Unpack This Brain

We reflect on our 2022 and how we hope the next year will be. Thank you as always for listening and supporting us. We hope to be back soon! CONTENT WARNING: Some Strong Language. Listen at your own discretion. Hosted by Josh ( @abangpinoy , @makeyourmeaning.online , @gr8m8spodcast ) & Eunice ( @eunicecounselling ) Twitter @unpackthisbrain | Instagram @unpackthisbrain | #unpackthisbrain LISTEN...

On this week's episode, we unpack the role of social media platforms in promoting mental health and vicarious trauma. CONTENT WARNING: Some Strong Language. Listen at your own discretion. Hosted by Josh ( @abangpinoy , @makeyourmeaning.online , @gr8m8spodcast ) & Eunice ( @eunicecounselling ) Twitter @unpackthisbrain | Instagram @unpackthisbrain | #unpackthisbrain LISTEN to us on almost everyt...

To our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander listeners, please take care when listening to this episode. On our final episode of this mini-series, Teghan asks us questions about how we would navigate parenthood and our relationship with our cultural communities. CONTENT WARNING: Some Strong Language. Listen at your own discretion. Hosted by Josh ( @abangpinoy , @makeyourmeaning.online , @gr8m8spod...

To our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander listeners, please take care when listening to this episode. In our second episode with Teghan, we listen to her journey through motherhood and how this has influenced her. CONTENT WARNING: Some Strong Language. Listen at your own discretion. Hosted by Josh ( @abangpinoy , @makeyourmeaning.online , @gr8m8spodcast ) & Eunice ( @eunicecounselling ) Twi...

To our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander listeners, please take care when listening to this episode. In our first of three episodes on culture and motherhood, we sit with Teghan and listen to how she has explored her cultural identity as a Mununjali woman. CONTENT WARNING: Some Strong Language. Listen at your own discretion. Hosted by Josh ( @abangpinoy , @makeyourmeaning.online , @gr8m8spodca...

In this final episode on therapists in media, we unpack a scene from "Crazy Ex-Girlfriend" and talk about which fictional universes we would practice in. CONTENT WARNING: Some Strong Language. Listen at your own discretion. Hosted by Josh ( @abangpinoy , @makeyourmeaning.online , @gr8m8spodcast ) & Eunice ( @eunicecounselling ) Twitter @unpackthisbrain | Instagram @unpackthisbrain | #unpackthi...

It's now time to explore therapists in fictional media, and we explore therapists from "Lucifer", "Sex Education", and "13 Reasons Why". CONTENT WARNING: Some Strong Language. Listen at your own discretion. Hosted by Josh ( @abangpinoy , @makeyourmeaning.online , @gr8m8spodcast ) & Eunice ( @eunicecounselling ) Twitter @unpackthisbrain | Instagram @unpackthisbrain | #unpackthisbrain LISTEN to...

On this episode, we continue our conversation on real-life therapists, asking questions about the ethics around working in media. CONTENT WARNING: Some Strong Language. Listen at your own discretion. Hosted by Josh ( @abangpinoy , @makeyourmeaning.online , @gr8m8spodcast ) & Eunice ( @eunicecounselling ) Twitter @unpackthisbrain | Instagram @unpackthisbrain | #unpackthisbrain LISTEN to us on a...

We finally get around to discussing therapy in media, starting with some real-life therapists! CONTENT WARNING: Some Strong Language. Listen at your own discretion. Hosted by Josh ( @abangpinoy , @makeyourmeaning.online , @gr8m8spodcast ) & Eunice ( @eunicecounselling ) Twitter @unpackthisbrain | Instagram @unpackthisbrain | #unpackthisbrain LISTEN to us on almost everything! Rate & review...

We continue on our check-in this week, with Eunice asking Josh how his last six months have gone. CONTENT WARNING: Some Strong Language and themes (self-harm, suicide). Listen at your own discretion. Hosted by Josh ( @abangpinoy , @makeyourmeaning.online , @gr8m8spodcast ) & Eunice ( @eunicecounselling ) Twitter @unpackthisbrain | Instagram @unpackthisbrain | #unpackthisbrain LISTEN to us on a...

On this episode, Josh checks in with Eunice as we look back on the last 6 months. CONTENT WARNING: Some Strong Language and themes (self-harm, suicide). Listen at your own discretion. Hosted by Josh ( @abangpinoy , @makeyourmeaning.online , @gr8m8spodcast ) & Eunice ( @eunicecounselling ) Twitter @unpackthisbrain | Instagram @unpackthisbrain | #unpackthisbrain LISTEN to us on almost everything...

In Part 2 of our conversation on “Everything Everywhere All at Once”, we unpack the themes we noticed in the film and explore our comfort levels if we worked with the Kwan family. Listen to Part 1 on ‘Spoilers For Days’ wherever you get your podcasts. CONTENT WARNING: Some Strong Language and themes (self-harm, suicide). Listen at your own discretion. Hosted by Josh ( @abangpinoy , @makeyourmeanin...

Josh and Eunice unpack TikToks and articles about parental expectations, their personal experiences, and how to work with clients who have a similar story. CONTENT WARNING: Some Strong Language. Listen at your own discretion. Hosted by Josh ( @abangpinoy , @makeyourmeaning.online , @gr8m8spodcast ) & Eunice ( @eunicecounselling ) Twitter @unpackthisbrain | Instagram @unpackthisbrain | #unpackt...

We talk about the importance of celebrating the International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, Discrimination Against Intersex People and Transphobia (IDAHOBIT), particularly for youth and young people. CONTENT WARNING: Some Strong Language. Listen at your own discretion. Hosted by Josh ( @abangpinoy , @makeyourmeaning.online , @gr8m8spodcast ) & Eunice ( @eunicecounselling ) Twitter @unpackt...

This episode is the first of many where we begin to explore caring for neurodiverse people, with particular attention to young people on the spectrum. CONTENT WARNING: Some Strong Language. Listen at your own discretion. Hosted by Josh ( @abangpinoy , @makeyourmeaning.online , @gr8m8spodcast ) & Eunice ( @eunicecounselling ) Twitter @unpackthisbrain | Instagram @unpackthisbrain | #unpackthisbr...

We talk about how everything that’s been happening in the last few months has really drained us physically and mentally. If you are seeking support for your own mental health, please contact any of the crisis support services applicable to your country. -USA- Suicide Prevention Lifeline | 1 800 273 8255 -Australia- Lifeline | 13 11 14 Kids Helpline | 1800 55 1800 -UK- Samaritans | 116 123 Childlin...

It’s been a while, and we thought that we’d return to the podcast and give you an update on how we’ve been travelling! CONTENT WARNING: Some Strong Language. Listen at your own discretion. Hosted by Josh ( @abangpinoy , @makeyourmeaning.online , @gr8m8spodcast ) & Eunice ( @eunicecounselling ) Twitter @unpackthisbrain | Instagram @unpackthisbrain | #unpackthisbrain LISTEN to us on almost every...

We're back one last time for this season to reflect on how we've journeyed through 2021. Thanks for listening!  CONTENT WARNING: Some Strong Language. Listen at your own discretion. Hosted by Josh ( @abangpinoy , @makeyourmeaning.online , @gr8m8spodcast ) & Eunice ( @eunicecounselling ) Twitter @unpackthisbrain | Instagram @unpackthisbrain | #unpackthisbrain LISTEN to us on almost everyth...

We sit down with Ricky - friend, social worker, and our very first guest(!!) - to talk about how they sit alongside families and work in community. CONTENT WARNING: Some Strong Language. Listen at your own discretion. Hosted by Josh ( @abangpinoy , @makeyourmeaning.online , @gr8m8spodcast ) & Eunice ( @eunicecounselling ) Twitter @unpackthisbrain | Instagram @unpackthisbrain | #unpackthisbrain...

WE'RE BACK! No Dominic Toretto memes here; just us talking about families and family therapy. CONTENT WARNING: Some Strong Language. Listen at your own discretion. Hosted by Josh ( @abangpinoy , @makeyourmeaning.online , @gr8m8spodcast ) & Eunice ( @eunicecounselling ) Twitter @unpackthisbrain | Instagram @unpackthisbrain | #unpackthisbrain LISTEN to us on almost everything! Rate & review...

We explore our experiences working with youth and young people, and wonder if we’ll continue to work in this space in the future. CONTENT WARNING: Some Strong Language. Listen at your own discretion. Hosted by Josh ( @abangpinoy , @makeyourmeaning.online , @gr8m8spodcast ) & Eunice ( @eunicecounselling ) Twitter @unpackthisbrain | Instagram @unpackthisbrain | #unpackthisbrain LISTEN to us on a...

On this episode, we explore how and why stress affects you, how to manage it, and unpack the concept of ‘good stress’. CONTENT WARNING: Some Strong Language. Listen at your own discretion. Hosted by Josh ( @abangpinoy , @makeyourmeaning.online , @gr8m8spodcast ) & Eunice ( @eunicecounselling ) Twitter @unpackthisbrain | Instagram @unpackthisbrain | #unpackthisbrain LISTEN to us on almost every...

On this episode, we explore self-care as a concept, if it’s achievable for disadvantaged people, and take a look at some journal articles which explore the concept in a healthcare setting. As promised, here are the links for each paper! Mental Health Professionals study (La Mott & Martin, 2019): bit.ly/38EUZHo Systematic Review (Matrese et al, 2018): bit.ly/2Otzz96 CONTENT WARNING: Some Strong...

We’re exploring relationships in greater depth, emphasising values, self-awareness, and communication, especially when ending relationships or transitioning to married life. Thanks to everyone who contributed questions for this episode! CONTENT WARNING: Some Strong Language. Listen at your own discretion. Hosted by Josh ( @abangpinoy , @makeyourmeaning.online , @gr8m8spodcast ) & Eunice ( @eun...

We’re back to unpack, share with you some updates, and hopefully what we’ll cover this season! CONTENT WARNING: Some Strong Language. Listen at your own discretion. Hosted by Josh ( @abangpinoy , @makeyourmeaning.online , @gr8m8spodcast ) & Eunice ( @eunicecounselling ) Twitter @unpackthisbrain | Instagram @unpackthisbrain | #unpackthisbrain LISTEN to us on almost everything! Rate & review...