Damien Linnane’s memoir, Raw,  chronicles a childhood marred by physical, sexual and emotional abuse, and his subsequent ineffective search for identity in gangs, the military, and dysfunctional relationships. The ongoing impacts of childhood trauma reached a climax when Damien firebombed the home of a man accused of rape. He subsequently became an artist and writer in prison.

Warning: This episode contains recollections of childhood abuse and other sensitive topics. 

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Sean shares his experience with a recent injury and how it impacted his life. Sean shares his recovery journey and tips for our listeners in this not to miss episode.  

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Speaking of trauma is an essential element of healing for all that life throws at us as human beings, no matter how long-ago that trauma was experienced.

So why can’t we talk about the most significant trauma that has occurred in this lifetime - the response to covid?  The lockdowns, the mandates, the coercion, the broken lives, and relationships. The psychological and physical injuries.

We speak on this episode to share our experience and offer pathways to healing and forgiveness. 

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Nereda Wills, business owner of “Natural Neddy” is a naturopath with a Bachelor of Health Science and studying for her Masters in Counselling and Psychotherapy.

 Nereda uses powerful natural medicine to treat illness, overwhelm and stress.  Nereda practices with a  'whole of body’ philosophy and talks about the importance of emotional wellbeing and its connection to physical health in this incredible episode. 

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What song reminds you of your first heartbreak ?

Do you listen to song lyrics or just the beat? 

How do musicians make a song? 

Emma White is a singer/songwriter and psychologist from the band “June Low” and shares the secrets of music in this incredible episode. 

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Sean and Melanie share their life changing experiments to improve mental health and wellbeing.

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A Master of Counselling and Master of Tarot, Lana merges the mind and the spirit in her counselling practice, helping clients with anxiety and depression.

Combining her human science qualifications with the esoteric guidance of the Tarot, Lana’s message is clear - you have the power to choose your own destiny !

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Anna could see no escape from the terror she experienced at the hands of those she should have been most able to trust. She grabbed hold of opportunities to make changes and heal.

Courage and perseverance and determination allowed the girl to pursue a life she’d never dared to imagine for herself while ensuring those responsible for her torment didn’t win. 

Anna went on to write her memoir  “Blossom in the Dust.” which you can find at major online book stores. 

Content Warning: This episode contains themes of suicide, child abuse and sexual violence.  

Help is available at;

Lifeline 13 11 14

Blue Knot for Adult Survivors of Childhood trauma. 

1300 657 380 

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It’s been a big year for the Balanced Brain Podcast with a 537% increase in streams that got us trending in the USA podcast charts for the first time.  It was a big year for everyone globally as humanity searched Google for how to change, find their passion, be a better friend, be fearless and evolve. 

Sean and Melanie chat about their own highs and lows of 2022 in this raw and honest episode about making a comeback in 2023. 

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The kids at Agnes Water Primary are leading the way to a positive mindset through meditation, mindfulness, gratitude, and emotional self-care.

Acts of Kindness are a daily practice.  The school has been transformed through the “Smiling Mind” program led by passionate and dedicated Head of Curriculum, Leigh Tankey.

Leigh walks the talk with her own practice – as do the teachers at this school and the impact on the kids, their parents and the wider community has been profound.

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