In part two of this two-episode special, I continue my discussion with freelance writer, novelist, and recovering teacher, Gabbie Stroud.

On today's show, Gabbie and I discuss the following:

· The rise of anxiety amongst children, parents, and teachers

· The need to 'leave children alone when they are skateboarding' - and allow them to learn from their own mistakes.

· The benefits of rewarding effort, not just achievement

· Intrinsic vs extrinsic motivational techniques

· Teaching during the time of COVID, and the demoralisation of teachers

· The need for firmer boundaries within the teaching profession

· How big business is taking over public schools

Enjoy!

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In this two-episode special, I talk to freelance writer, novelist, and recovering teacher, Gabbie Stroud.

Gabbie's smash-hit memoir, Teacher, was shortlisted for Biography Book of the Year at the 2018 ABIA Awards and contributed to the national dialogue on education.

Her most recent book, Dear Parents, has a 'no-filter' style that is both funny (the laugh-out-loud with snorts kind), and heartbreaking.

On today's show, Gabbie discusses her experiences writing 'Teacher' and 'Dear Parents', the outpouring of positive feedback she's received since they were both published, her reasons for leaving teaching, and the mental health of teachers.

I hope you enjoy part one of this two-part conversation as much as I did. Gabbie is warm, and refreshingly transparent.

Enjoy!

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In today's conversation, I talk OCD with Dr Celin Gelgec - Director of the Melbourne Wellbeing Group.

Celin's enthusiasm for working with people with OCD is evident as soon as you hear her speak.

Together, we discuss the psychological mechanisms that drive OCD, the neuroanatomy and neurochemistry of OCD, the unfortunate misuse of the term, the human cost of OCD, and treatment options.

We also discuss OCD during COVID.

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In today's conversation, I discuss the incredible challenges facing our junior doctors.

My guest is Dr Sonia Henry. Sonia is also the author of 'Going Under', a book that lifts the lid on the medical profession, particularly the experiences of young doctors.

Together, Sonia and I discuss her inspiration for writing the book, the medical hierarchy, the ingrained culture of bullying within the medical profession, and the mental health challenges facing young doctors.

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Today, I'm talking to Dr. Steven Hayes.

Dr. Hayes is a professor of Psychology at the university of Nevada, Reno. The author of 44 books, and nearly 600 scientific articles, he ranks amongst the most cited psychologists in the world. Dr. Hayes initiated the development of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and of Relational Frame Theory (RFT), which is the approach to cognition on which ACT is based.

In this episode we discuss:

•The early life experiences and influences that shaped Steven's career.

•Steven's new book 'A Liberated Mind'

•ACT and social transformation

•ACT and the environment

•The importance of ACT principles during Covid-19

•The development of the online ACT Immersion course for therapists.

•The future for Steven Hayes and ACT

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In today's conversation, I talk domestic abuse with Stella Prize winning author, Jess Hill. Jess is the author of See What You Made Me Do, and has spent the last 5 years researching domestic abuse. Jess is joined by her partner, psychotherapist, David Hollier, who discusses the relationship between abuse and shame. David also co-wrote a chapter in the book.

Jess describes the shock of winning the Stella, adjusting to life as a 'thought leader', and the personal toll of her confronting research.

Jess also identifies the social, cultural, political, and psychological barriers to domestic abuse, and calls for changes to the current legal system.

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In today's raw and honest conversation, I talk anxiety, with Dr Mark Cross. Mark is a consultant psychiatrist, senior university lecturer, and author.

On today's show, Mark discusses his life growing up in South Africa, his passions for the law, public education, and ethics, his book on Anxiety, and anxiety in the time of Corona.

Mark also discusses his sexuality, his own battle with anxiety, and identifies some of the barriers to achieving better mental health outcomes in Australia.

I hope you enjoy the conversation as much as I did. Mark is warm, honest, and engaging- everything you'd want your ideal therapist to be. Enjoy!

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Hi everyone, I'm your host, Glen Tanner, and welcome to the Mindcog podcast.

Throughout this series, you'll hear honest, raw conversations about the mind, the brain, behavior, and just being human.

I speak to psychologist, doctors, neuroscientists, academic researchers, coaches, CEOs, authors, and artists, as we all try to make better sense of ourselves, each other, and the world we live in.

Each season will run approximately 11 episodes, with new episodes dropping each Wednesday.

At the end of each season, we'll also have a "role reversal" episode, whereby I'll become the guest, and my listeners, the hosts. Listeners can interview me, and ask me questions about the show, and my incredible guests.

We will set up a Facebook page in June, and listerners can post their questions there, as well as access exclusive content.

The mindcog is a primarily a podcast about the mind, brain and behavior. We explore the inner mechanisms that drive, shape, and shift human thought and action. BUT, It's also about what it means to be human.The conversations are raw and honest. At times we will focus on the science, at others, we cut through it, to the heart of being human.

I hope you enjoy season one as much as I did making it.

Enjoy!

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