Strong Minds Club

After a break Tegan & Bree are back! In this episode they discuss SMC updates (products, retreats, plans for season 2) and their own reflections on 2020. Tegan & Bree can not wait to bring season 2 to you.

Bernadette is a Physiotherapist, Author of "Yolk - A guide to connection in this life and beyond" and a teacher of holistic mind-body-soul connection classes called Perfect Balance Wellness. Bernadette is also a meditation teacher and does intuitive readings.

You can find Bernadette on Instagram @perfectbalancewellness_

Ellie is a registered Psychologist, with specialisation of Educational and Developmental Psychology. She also speaks to us about her furry friend who is training to be a therapy dog. Further to this, Ellie chats about her own experience with miscarriage and having a premature baby.

You can find Ellie on Instagram: @thepawsativeproject

TRIGGER WARNING: There is conversation around suicide, so please be mindful of this when listening to the following podcast episode.

On today's episode we speak to Shell. Shell is a qualified beautician, secondary school teacher and mother of two. In this episode we talk about Shell's life as a bubbly, confident and optimistic person. Shell was successful in everything she did and to those around her, looked like she had it all.

All of this demonstrates that mental illness does not discriminate, as following the birth of her first child, Shell was diagnosed with postnatal depression.

Shell speaks to us about getting her diagnosis, her lowest point, the importance of prioritising mental health, as well as her supports and strategies.

You may remember Stephanie from episode 2 of SMC. Stephanie is a passionate Psychologist, board approved supervisor, up-and-coming author and brunch queen.

In our second instalment of our Q&A episodes with Steph, she answers the following questions that were sent in by SMC listeners.

1) "Is there any natural supplements that can improve my mental health?"

2) "Is it true that physical activity can improve mental health?"

3) "What are some easy to implement strategies to improve my mental health?"

Find Steph on social media @mindfoodsteph and @themindfulhubau where you can book in for consultations.

You may remember Stephanie from episode 2 of SMC. Stephanie is a passionate Psychologist, board approved supervisor, up-and-coming author and brunch queen.

In our first instalment of our Q&A episodes with Steph, she answers the following questions that were sent in by SMC listeners.

1) "I have a friend who is really toxic and I don't know how to speak to her about this, what should I do?"

2) "I have a friend who is a "story-topper" if I tell her good news, she has better news and if it's sad news, she has a sadder story. Why does she do this?"

3) "I was diagnosed with anxiety 6 months ago, but I find it really hard to identify my triggers. How do I figure out what causes my panic attacks?"

Find Steph on social media @mindfoodsteph and @themindfulhubau where you can book in for consultations.

On today's episode we speak to Laura. Laura is qualified in social welfare, is currently working within a peer support role, is a mum of one and a blogger. Laura speaks to us about her diagnosis of Bipolar II, seeking help and support and shares the message that those living with a mental health diagnosis can and do live happy and fulfilling lives.

TRIGGER WARNING: In this episode we discuss suicide, depression, anxiety and disordered eating. If these are triggering for you it is suggested that you are mindful when listening to the following podcast episode.

In this episode we speak to Olivia Molly Rogers (@oliviamollyrogers). Olivia is a speech pathologist, artist, mental health advocate and ambassador, 2017 winner of Miss Universe Australia, social media personality and artist. Further to this, Olivia discusses her own experience with anxiety, depression and disordered eating.

On today's episode we speak to Rhys Uhlich - the winner of Make Me A Supermodel (2008). Since then he has continued his modelling and fashion career and he has also worked in television. However, the reason why we wanted to speak to Rhys was due to his passion for mental health advocacy, particularly in the space of mens mental health.

We also discuss his new business venture 'Island Healing' located in Phillip Island.

To find out more about Rhys you can find him on instagram at @rhysuhlich or @islandhealingphillipisland

In this episode we speak to Grade 1 teacher Lou Sullivan, or Miss Sully as she is known to her students. Lou discusses her passion for promoting emotional literacy and awareness in the classroom as well as in the school community. She also talks about strategies for implementing this in the home and navigating schooling during COVID-19