I watched The Social Dilemma last night and recorded this podcast in response.

I don't have any answers for the frightening association between the rise of social media and rates of adolescent and tween mental illness and suicide, other than turning off all notifications to stop that dopamine rush we all seem to become so addicted to.

This episode explore the link between experiences and beliefs, which then drive thinking and behaviour towards experiences that are similar, and so the cycle embeds.

Psychotherapy is a powerful tool to intervene in this negative cycle, and I discuss this.

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Do you listen to your deep inner knowing?

Katie Grehan has been many things, she's a courageous leader and problem solver, and she know how to listen to the voice inside and take guidance.

Today we're chatting about how to know when enough is enough, how to shift direction, and how to ride the wave of your life and career so that you end up where you want to go.

Call it your inner guide, the universe, your higher self, God. We all have access to our deep voice of intuition which tells us when our path is correct or not. The question is, are we listening? Are we willing to take action?

Check out my free meditation library here.

Here's a little bit of group magic explained.

I often hear from clients that the idea of group is intimidating, but when they take the leap to join, it's the most magical thing they've ever done.

This is because all groups echo family dynamics, and a safely held, contained group is an opportunity to heal old patterns.

Gestalt group is about authentic meeting, and connecting with trust and vulnerability, while learning to create boundaries do things differently with the support of the group. There is no advice giving or problem solving.

The group supports awareness building and encourages you to be exactly who you are, and strengthen your voice in relationship with others.

New groups form in February and July in brisbane. For more information check out the website 

There are two exercises I recommend for all my clients and which I also practice myself. Today I'm sharing them with you and exploring why they work so well.

Both of them create a powerful sense of wellbeing and accustom the mind and the body to a new, improved state of being. 

Our negativity bias can keep us locked in painful rumination about our problems and difficulties which affects our overall health and is not productive.

Knowing how to create a calm, clear mental and physical state improves your effectiveness, problem solving, immune function and so much more!

Check out my free meditation library here.

Maria Model is a remarkable leader.

She has had multiple careers which have spanned three continenets and various languages, and is currently a leadership coach and workplace wellbeing expert.

We had a lot to explore!

Here we dig into how to develop your career and live a wholehearted life, as well as how to choose a workplace that works for you.

You can find her at www.flexiwell.com.au

 

Today is the last in our series on Imposter Syndrome, and I have a generous interview from Niti Nadaraja about life, lawyering and how she works with imposter thinking.

Niti was recently named a LinkedIn Top Voice, in recognition for her contribution to conversations on the platform.

Together we explore getting visible, how to work with imposter feelings and thinking, and how to get beyond them.

I was recording microcasts about Imposter Syndrome, but this morning, it seems, I had an awful lot to say!

 I'm giving you all the tips I know about how to work with  imposter thinking, so it doesn't spiral into full blown Imposter Syndrome.

It can be a hard ask to do this alone, and I've referenced the free page on my website where you can find all my free offerings to help with this process.

This is good work to do! Be gentle with yourself.

Does imposter syndrome impede your progress? Like a big red stop sign in the middle of life, screaming, “Danger, Will Robinson!”   It can keep you small, not applying for that job, working long hours, unrecognised, frustrated and screaming inside to be released from this prison.   I have a story for you, and some tasty imposter syndrome morsels to support your growth and blossoming, so stay with me if you want to befriend imposter syndrome and soar to new heights.

Anxiety Recognition and Management Part 2

This is a more in depth, across the board exploration of the management of anxiety, which has exploded during the time of Covid.

Recognising Generalised Anxiety is the first step.

Next,I will explore a three-part management plan. 

A full 50% of those with an anxiety disorder never seek help. They suffer in silence, adjusting the course of their day, avoiding situations and putting up with symptoms.

This is unnecessary.

Anxiety is readily treatable.

Check Beyond Blue for more information

Anxiety is the other pandemic of our time.

I've recorded a microcast to give you some anxiety first aid tools which you can learn and use in under 6 minutes.

To access the guided meditations I mention, access the meditation library 

You can manage anxiety with simple tools.

Let's create a calmer, kinder world together.