You know those conversations that matter most? The ones where emotions are high, your brain feels scrambled, and you walk away thinking, “That’s not what I meant…”

This episode is for those moments.

In the final episode of our Mastering Meaningful Communication series, we go beneath the surface to unpack what really happens when high-stakes conversations go off the rails, and how to stay grounded, clear, and connected when it counts most.

What you’ll learn from this episode: ✅ Why your brain short-circuits in emotional conversations (and how to reset) ✅ How the amygdala and vagus nerve affect your ability to think and connect ✅ Why regulating your body is key to being heard - and hearing others ✅ The power of curiosity, breath, and naming the moment out loud ✅ A simple plan to handle the tricky conversation you’ve been avoiding

This episode blends neuroscience, compassion, and practical tools to help you stay human - not perfect - in the moments that matter most.

Timestamps 00:00 – Teaser: “That is not what I meant…” 01:05 – Welcome and recap of the series 03:10 – Why the brain misfires in emotionally charged conversations 05:30 – What happens when we’re dysregulated 08:45 – The role of the vagus nerve and why breathwork works 11:00 – Three tools to regulate and reconnect 14:40 – Real-life strategies to prepare for a hard conversation 18:15 – Series wrap-up and final reflections 20:30 – What’s coming next on the podcast

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Have you ever been in a conversation where you know you’re both speaking English… but it feels like you’re on completely different wavelengths?

You walk away confused, frustrated, and wondering, "How did that get so messy?"

This episode of The Brain Changers Podcast explores why that happens - and how to fix it - by understanding the invisible patterns that shape the way we think, speak, and make decisions.

What you’ll learn from this episode: ✅ Why people can hear the same message but walk away with completely different interpretations ✅ What Meta Programs are, and how they shape your communication style ✅ The 5 most common Meta Programs that cause friction in relationships and teams ✅ Why clashes in motivation, focus, or structure aren’t about personality, but perception ✅ A practical way to flex your style and connect more effectively (without changing who you are)

Understanding someone else’s filters gives you influence... not to manipulate, but to connect. This episode will help you decode the unseen communication patterns behind conflict, misalignment, and misunderstandings, and give you a clear, doable way to start improving them.

Timestamps 00:00 – Teaser: Same language, different frequency 01:05 – Welcome and recap of last episode 02:20 – What Meta Programs are and why they matter 05:15 – The 5 most common Meta Programs 15:20 – Real-life clash examples and how they show up at home or work 17:45 – A simple strategy 19:30 – Recap and how to apply this with one person this week 21:10 – What’s next

Links and resources

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Have you ever left a conversation thinking, “How did we end up here?” You were clear. You had good intentions. But somehow… the other person didn’t 'get it'.

In this episode of The Brain Changers Podcast, we explore one of the biggest barriers to meaningful communication - the brain’s filtering system.

What you’ll learn from this episode: ✅ Why people don’t always hear what you actually said ✅ How your brain’s Reticular Activating System (RAS) decides what’s important ✅ The role of Representational Systems (visual, auditory, kinaesthetic, auditory digital) in how we speak and process ✅ How to build real rapport by tuning in to someone’s sensory language ✅ A simple exercise to instantly improve connection and reduce miscommunication

Whether you’re navigating a tricky conversation at home, in the office, or with a client, this episode will help you understand the invisible filters that scramble messages, and how to speak in a way that truly lands.

It's not about intention, it’s about translation.

Timestamps 00:00 – Teaser: "How did we end up here?" 01:10 – Welcome and the power of meaningful communication 03:45 – Why we don’t respond to the world as it is 06:20 – What is the Reticular Activating System (RAS) and how it filters information 09:30 – Introduction to Representational Systems 12:10 – Examples of sensory language in real life 14:00 – Why most communication breakdowns are unconscious 15:40 – How tuning in creates rapport and psychological safety 18:00 – A practical tip 20:00 – Recap and takeaway for the week 21:30 – What’s coming next

Links and resources

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What if imposter syndrome wasn’t a flaw to fix… but a sign you’re about to grow?

In this powerful episode, Rebekah sits down with construction industry powerhouse and keynote speaker Mrs Kim Allen to unpack how imposter syndrome shows up in unexpected places, and what to do when it does.

From high-vis job sites to high-pressure government meetings, Kim shares how she shifted from self-doubt to self-leadership in an industry that wasn't built with women in mind. They discuss identity, burnout, authenticity, and why changing your outer world starts by tuning in to your inner one.

Whether you’ve ever felt like you don’t belong, like you’re faking it, or like your voice doesn’t matter... this one’s for you.

What you’ll learn from this episode: ✅ How imposter syndrome hides in plain sight — even in confident, capable leaders ✅ Why women often try to ‘fit in’ instead of stand out ✅ What it really means to show up as your authentic self (without losing your edge) ✅ How Kim rewrote the story of “the missus” and found power in her own name ✅ Simple mindset tools to navigate burnout, self-doubt, and misalignment ✅ Why values are your best filter for making decisions — in life and leadership

Timestamps 00:00 – Welcome and intro to Kim Allen 03:12 – The story behind “Mrs Kim Allen” and reclaiming your title 06:35 – Kim’s personal journey through imposter syndrome 11:44 – Why construction (and other industries) still struggle with inclusion 15:56 – Softness isn’t weakness: redefining feminine leadership 18:55 – Recognising imposter syndrome when you’ve learned to mask it 22:32 – The “salesman in your brain” and the power of choice 27:40 – Values as the foundation: making aligned decisions 31:16 – How mindset work changed Kim’s team culture (and her life) 35:08 – Climbing mountains in swimmers — literally 40:15 – Avoiding burnout by tuning in and taking responsibility 45:12 – Reclaiming your identity: what to do when you’ve “lost yourself” 50:04 – What success really means — and why fitting the mould isn’t it

Links and resources

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Find Kim Allen online https://mrskimallen.com.au/ https://www.instagram.com/mrskimallen_/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/kim-allen-a73681239/

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In this episode of The Brain Changers™, we explore one of the most underrated forces shaping your reality... your language. Not just what you say out loud, but the words you whisper to yourself on repeat. Whether you realise it or not, your inner dialogue is wiring your brain for how you experience the world.

We unpack how your Reticular Activating System filters your reality based on your language, why phrases like “I’m bad with time management” keep you stuck, and how small, intentional shifts in self-talk can change everything.

You’ll hear a powerful exercise we shared in our latest Mind Masters Collective Masterclass, where we help someone gently reframe their internal language using a simple but effective technique we call “moving up the ladder”.

If you’ve ever wanted to feel more calm, clear and confident in life, start with your words.

What you'll learn from this episode: ✅ Why your self-talk becomes a self-fulfilling prophecy ✅ How the brain’s RAS makes your words feel like facts ✅ A simple technique to reframe limiting self-talk, one step at a time ✅ How to move from “I can’t” to “I’m becoming” ✅ The neuroscience behind why small internal shifts = big changes

And… we drop a little hint about something exciting we’ve been working on behind the scenes... something designed to help you master these tools and create lasting transformation. Stay tuned.

Links and resources

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Connect with Us https://moonbeammonday.com.au https://www.instagram.com/moonbeammonday/ https://www.facebook.com/moonbeammonday https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebekah-king00/ http://www.youtube.com/@moonbeammondaytrainingcoac4696

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Welcome to Episode 27 of The Brain Changers™. In this episode, Rebekah is joined by heart-led changemaker and transformation specialist Maryanne Katsidis for a conversation that will challenge the way you speak about yourself - and possibly change the way you see yourself too.

From “I’m an empath” to “I have anxiety,” many of us use labels that seem helpful on the surface but actually keep us stuck, depleted, and disconnected. Rebekah shares how she used to believe she was highly sensitive, when in reality, she was just emotionally burnt out. Together, they unpack why the language we use about ourselves matters so much, and how to shift it into something more empowering.

Expect soulful stories, practical strategies, and a refreshing take on identity, boundaries, and emotional self-leadership. This episode is your gentle (but honest) invitation to ditch the labels and get curious about who you really are.

What you’ll learn from this episode: ✅ Why labels like “anxious” or “empath” might be masking depletion, grief, or lack of boundaries ✅ How your self-talk and identity language impacts emotional well-being and growth ✅ The hidden damage caused by over-identifying with diagnoses or traits ✅ A simple daily check-in practice to reconnect with yourself (no fluff, just honesty) ✅ How to rewrite your internal script with compassion and clarity

Timestamps00:00 – Welcome and intro to the topic 03:15 – The problem with labels: Rebekah’s ‘empath’ story 08:40 – Why we cling to identity words (and why they’re not helping) 15:30 – Labels vs. clarity: What’s underneath your ‘title’? 22:45 – Disconnection, identity, and the cost of lazy language 30:10 – How to tell if you’re depleted, not deeply sensitive 37:00 – The emotional toll of not processing your feelings 42:00 – The power of inner child check-ins (and why they work) 52:20 – How to begin rewriting your identity through language 58:00 – Final takeaways and practical next steps

Links and Resources Join the Mind Masters Collective https://www.moonbeammonday.com.au/mind-masters– Download our free 12-minute body-scan meditation to help you unwind: https://www.moonbeammonday.com.au/resources/reduce-stress-hypnotic-audio Book a Connection Call with Rebekah https://bit.ly/connect-with-moonbeam

Connect with Us Website: https://moonbeammonday.com.au Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moonbeammonday/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/moonbeammonday LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebekah-king00/ YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@moonbeammondaytrainingcoac4696

Connect with Maryanne Katsidis Website: https://www.maryannekatsidis.com Instagram: @maryannekatsidis Listen to her podcast, 'The Heart-Led Changemakers Podcast', wherever you listen to your podcasts. And remember to follow her at @heartledchangemakers

Check out our FREE resources https://www.moonbeammonday.com.au/resources

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Episode 25: Could this one nerve be the real reason you’re tired, bloated and burnt out?

In this week’s episode, I'm joined by naturopath, gut health expert, (and record-holding powerlifter!!) Emily Maddern, founder of Praxis Blooming in West Lakes, South Australia, for a powerful conversation about the real impact of the vagus nerve and how our mind and body are far more connected than we’ve been led to believe.

You’ll learn why symptoms like bloating, fatigue, poor sleep, and emotional flatness aren’t always just “normal” or signs of getting older, and how they might actually be subtle signals from a dysregulated nervous system. If you've been ticking all the boxes with your health but still feel off, this episode might hold the answers.

Together, we'll explore: ✅ What the vagus nerve is (and why everyone’s suddenly talking about it) ✅ The subtle signs your body is stuck in fight-or-flight—even if you don’t “feel stressed” ✅ Why women in midlife may need a completely different approach to exercise, cold plunging, and recovery ✅ Why symptoms like bloating, reflux, fatigue, and insomnia could be nervous system issues in disguise ✅ How we can begin healing with *gentle*, sustainable shifts—no extremes or gimmicks

Plus, Emily shares why she’s swapped cereal for lentil curry at breakfast, how listening to your inner voice can radically change your health, and what it really means to be a record-holding powerlifter!

This episode is packed with wisdom, practical tools, and one very big takeaway: ➡️ Long-term health starts with tuning in and supporting our bodies with consistency, not punishment.

Links and Resources Join the Mind Masters Collective https://www.moonbeammonday.com.au/mind-masters

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Connect with Emily Maddern Website: https://www.praxisblooming.au Instagram: @praxisblooming

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Ever found yourself torn between your head saying one thing, your heart whispering another, and your gut just… churning? Yep... us too! In this episode of The Brain Changers podcast, we’re diving into the science behind indecision and showing you how to align the three key centres of intelligence in your body: your head, heart, and gut.

This isn’t just a metaphor — it’s neuroscience. You have three distinct neural networks, each with its own form of wisdom. When they’re out of sync, decision-making feels like walking through fog. But when they’re aligned? That’s when clarity, calm and confidence kick in.

In this episode, you'll learn: ✅ What it really means to have “three brains” (and yes, it’s backed by science)

✅ How your gut, heart and head influence decisions in different ways

✅ Signs your internal signals are misaligned — and how to spot them

✅ A simple, powerful process to tune in and reconnect with each one

✅ Why “overthinking” is often a case of under-feeling or under-trusting

Whether you're stuck on a big life choice or just want to stop second-guessing yourself every five minutes, this episode is your go-to guide for making decisions that feel right in every way.

Links and Resources Join the Mind Masters Collective https://www.moonbeammonday.com.au/mind-masters

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You know stress messes with your mood… but what if it’s messing with everything else too?

In this solo episode of The Brain Changers™, I breaks down how stress affects far more than just how you feel. From muscle tension to gut issues, fatigue to mental fog - it’s not all in your head. It’s in your nervous system.

You’ll learn why stress responses are wired into your brain, how those old beliefs you picked up in childhood are still influencing your inner dialogue, and most importantly, some simple tools to help you calm your system without overhauling your life.

What you’ll learn from this episode:   ✅ Why stress isn’t just emotional, it’s a full-body experience   ✅ How your Crocodile, Puppy, and Professor brains respond under pressure   ✅ The hidden beliefs and scripts that keep your system stuck in overdrive   ✅ Simple, science-backed tools to regulate your nervous system - anytime, anywhere (and they're free!)  

Timestamps   00:00 – Welcome and intro to the mind-body stress connection   02:25 – Meet your Crocodile, Puppy, and Professor brains   06:50 – How stress hijacks your nervous system   11:30 – Why modern stress feels overwhelming (even when it “shouldn’t”)   15:15 – The role of beliefs and inner scripts in fuelling stress   21:10 – Why your self-talk matters more than you think   24:40 – Tool 1: The 3-3-3 grounding method   26:15 – Tool 2: Orienting (and why your Crocodile needs reassurance)   27:40 – Tool 3: The Physiological Sigh   30:20 – Final reflections and key takeaways  

Links and Resources  

Join the Mind Masters Collective https://www.moonbeammonday.com.au/mind-masters

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Connect with Us Website: https://moonbeammonday.com.au   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moonbeammonday/   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/moonbeammonday   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebekah-king00/   YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@moonbeammondaytrainingcoac4696  

Check out our FREE resources https://www.moonbeammonday.com.au/resources  

Join us every fortnight   Tune in every two weeks as we explore powerful topics that help you understand your brain, trust your mind, and finally get unstuck, because when you change your mind, you change your life.

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You know stress messes with your mood… but what if it’s messing with everything else too? 

In this episode of The Brain Changers Podcast, Rebekah sits down with massage therapist and bodyworker Craig Collings-Wells from Ethereal Holistic Massage to explore how stress silently reshapes your body – and what you can do about it.

What you'll learn from this episode ✅ Why stress isn't just in your head – it physically reshapes your body ✅ How the vagus nerve plays a crucial role in your stress response ✅ The link between chronic stress, tight muscles, gut issues and immune health ✅ Practical ways to support your nervous system through massage and breathwork ✅ The power of bodywork in reconnecting to your sense of safety and calm

Timestamps 00:00 – Welcome and introduction to Craig 04:10 – How Craig helps people reconnect with their body 07:55 – The nervous system's role in chronic stress 12:20 – Vagus nerve 101 and why it matters 18:45 – The massage-stress connection: what Craig sees in his clinic 25:30 – The body keeps the score: where we hold tension and trauma 31:40 – How to recognise when your nervous system is dysregulated 36:50 – Simple ways to bring your body back into balance 41:05 – Reflections and key takeaways

Links and resources

Connect with Craig Collings-Wells Website: Ethereal Holistic Massage Instagram: @ethereal_holistic_massage

Join the Mind Masters Collective https://www.moonbeammonday.com.au/mind-masters Book a Connection Call with Rebekah https://bit.ly/connect-with-moonbeam

Connect with Us Website: https://moonbeammonday.com.au Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moonbeammonday/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/moonbeammonday LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebekah-king00/ YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@moonbeammondaytrainingcoac4696

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