Heart On My Sleeve

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Heart On My Sleeve episodes

October 09, 2023Charles Prouse on The Voice to Parliament: the mental health impact of "NO"
Charles Prouse is a Nyikina man from the Kimberley, Western Australia, with over 20 years' experience in Indigenous affairs across Australia. From public policy and corporate consulting to chairing the boards of inequality-oriented charities and authoring his book, "On the Voice". His most recent work has focused on campaigning for The Voice to Parliament, championing the Yes vote with the goal of returning to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples a small part of what was originally always theirs.

The episode covers:
how the voting process is impacting Indigenous Australians

removing the us vs. them mentality and addressing disadvantage on a large scale

addressing the fears that perpetuate a "No" vote

his personal struggle and the story that drives the mission

why voting "Yes" doesn't mean that you lose

how loss aversion is clouding our judgment

the mental health crisis in Indigenous Australians

A friendly reminder, that if you're eligible, please ensure to vote this upcoming weekend, Saturday 14 October 2023.

If you want to connect with Charles, you can do so here:
www.nyikbar.com/about
1 hr 1 min
September 29, 2023Lewin de la Motte: my personal therapist bears all...
In episode 41, Mitch Wallis speaks to his personal therapist. Lewin completed six years of tertiary education in psychology and counselling, learning from leaders in the fields of relational, mindful, and somatic psychotherapy.

Lewin has been my personal therapist for over 6 years and has seen me at my lowest points. This episode explores all of your burning questions about therapy and sheds some light on the answers that no therapist has been bold enough to tackle.

This episode covers:
supporting Mitch through his darkest moments

the biggest misconception about therapy

can we truly heal without professional support

the unspoken grief when you lose a therapist

the reality of why therapists become therapists

his own childhood trauma and story of shame

If you'd like to connect with Lewin for professional support, you can do so here: www.harbourtherapyclinic.com.au/practitioners/lewin-de-la-motte
Stay connected:
www.instagram.com/mitch.wallis

Have feedback to share, questions you want answered or
guests you want to see on the show? Get in touch: [email protected]
1 hr 23 min
September 28, 2023Sam Hann - losing his brother, the parts of grief that nobody talks about (our most vulnerable episode to date)
Sam Hann is a popular Sydney yoga teacher who's spent over 6 years sharing his knowledge in studios and through his YouTube channel. In 2021, he lost his brother, Blake and his world has never been the same. In this episode, we cover:
Grief - the hard, messy and raw reality of losing a loved one that people don't speak about.
The moment he heard the news and how that impacted his life and family as he knew it.
The 5 stages of grief - why it's not that simple and the pain it doesn't capture.
The #1 best way to support someone through loss - that we're probably all getting wrong.
Making a promise to go to therapy and why he's intent on role-modelling vulnerability to help other men who might be struggling in silence.
How yoga and the loss of his brother helped him face his fear of failure and letting people down.
Re-building through grief and the reality of integrating and living with trauma and trying to find peace.

You can connect with Sam here:
www.instagram.com/samhannyoga/
You can practice yoga with Sam here::
In-person at www.blazeyoga.com.au and www.rarestudiosau.com or free, online at: www.youtube.com/@SamHannYoga
1 hr 3 min
September 22, 2023Alice Child: Want better sex? A sex therapist reveals all...
In episode 39, Mitch Wallis speaks to Alice Child, a Somatic Sexologist, Sex Counsellor and Sex Coach who believes everyone deserves a happy, healthy, safe and fulfilled sex life. Alice has a passion for vulnerable conversations, confronting taboos, and creating inclusive spaces free of judgment.
This episode covers:
Why shame surrounds sex and how we can start to shift our perspective

The most common concerns that people see a sex therapist for

Play, initiation, domination, submission, consent and making safety sexy

Why self-pleasure is so important for our physical and mental health

How our mental health plays such an intricate role in our pleasure experience

Monogamy, polyamory and everything in-between - exploring our edge

What are sexual kinks and fetishes? The psychology behind it

Female pleasure - understanding why we need to get more cliterate (clit-literate)
Stay connected:
www.alicechild.com.au
www.instagram.com/alicechildofficial
www.instagram.com/mitch.wallis

Have feedback to share, questions you want answered or
guests you want to see on the show? Get in touch: [email protected]
1 hr 18 min
September 15, 2023Cooper Chapman: why you NEED this gratitude practice
In episode 48, Mitch Wallis speaks to Cooper Chapman, an ex-pro surfer who founded The Good Human Factory after mental illness and suicide impacted the lives of his loved ones.

In this episode, we cover:
The story that triggered the Good Human Factory

The fear that drove his curiosity to find his life's purpose

Managing comparative suffering and the 3 key values that he lives by

The underrated importance of practicing gratitude

The unusual and unconventional path to working in mental health

How his role as a supporter allowed him to relate to people

Stay connected:
https://www.instagram.com/cooperchapman
https://www.thegoodhumanfactory.com
www.instagram.com/mitch.wallis
Have feedback to share, questions you want answered or guests you want to see on the show? Get in touch: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/GQikEr106dk
1 hr 4 min
September 08, 2023Joey Daymond: suffering, self-identity and breaking free from societal constraints
Mitch Wallis speaks to Joey Daymond, who has already proved himself to be a star in the world of New Zealand comedy, but outside of comedy and acting, Joe is also the founder of West Park, a youth-led, indigenous-focused company. He’s hilarious, hard-working, and genuine in all that he does.
In this episode we cover:
his relationship with family: from suffering to freedom
facing darkness and moving towards the hard stuff
culture, racism and establishing his own identity
building a career in comedy; the secret sauce to success
supporting indigenous youth and his creative mission

Stay connected:
www.instagram.com/joe.daymond
www.instagram.com/mitch.wallis
1 hr 33 min
September 01, 2023Leah Simmons: why breaking societal norms is necessary for success
Mitch Wallis speaks to Leah Simmons, the founder of the online phenomenon, KAAIAA, the physical workout for your mental health. In this episode, we explore everything from founding a successful business to unconventional parenting styles.
This episode covers:
Finding a niche in the wellness industry, building a successful online brand, and the meaning behind the name KAAIAA.
Learning to flex entrepreneurial skills as a creative and the number one skill she's found success in as a founder.
Getting comfortable with pain and why being an 'empath' can sometimes be a downfall.
Her real thoughts on the wellness industry and learning to let go of how people perceive you.
Motherhood, parenting and navigating a 'non-conventional' family unit.
Getting comfortable with who you are and the importance of having a "try it all" motto.
Curious questioning of societal labels and breaking norms to find happiness.

Stay connected:
www.instagram.com/iamleahsimmons
www.instagram.com/thisiskaaiaa
www.kaaiaa.com
www.instagram.com/mitch.wallis
1 hr 4 min
August 25, 2023Jad Nehmetallah (Gogglebox): mental health stigma in Arab communities
In episode 35, Mitch Wallis speaks to Jad Nehmetallah, a beloved TV Personality on the Nation’s favourite Gogglebox Australia. He is an entrepreneur, restauranteur, and most importantly one of his best friends.
In this episode we explore:
Stigma affecting help seeking for mental health in ethnic communities
Different manifestations of anxiety and the impact of feeling out of alignment with your purpose
The journey of being raised as by immigrant parents from a war-torn country and how it's shaped his view of the world
The definition of "healthy masculinity" and how it's evolved over time
Attachment styles and their impact on romantic relationships
Jad's promise to try something for his mental health that he's never done before...

Stay connected:
www.instagram.com/jadfunk
www.miscparramatta.com.au
www.instagram.com/mitch.wallis
1 hr 23 min
August 18, 2023Ben "Abstacker" Handsaker: overcome addiction with an unbreakable mindset
Mitch Wallis speaks to Ben Handsaker, one of the most familiar faces in the personal training industry in Australia, with a reputation for being infectiously happy all the time. Yet, as we know in most cases like these, that's not the full story...
In this episode we explore:
How to turn the pain of addiction into a superpower
How to create an unbreakable mindset
How to find your why in moments of darkness
How to endure setbacks and turn them into purpose and meaning
How to make friends with your destructive alter ego

Stay connected:
www.instagram.com/abstacker
www.abstacker.com
www.instagram.com/mitch.wallis
Have feedback to share, questions you want answered or guests you want to see on theshow? Get in touch: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/wGOG98FBzFM
50 min
October 26, 2022 Dannielle Miller OAM: domestic violence prevention masterclass
A masterclass in how individuals & workplaces can identify, support and prevent domestic violence with leading expert Dannielle Miller.
1 hr 28 min

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