The Feels with Charmian

By Charmian Tan

Actress Charmian Tan began with a career in radio. In this cosy podcast dedicated to bringing us closer to ourselves, she takes us on her journey of growth in mindset and emotional resilience. Through... more

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The podcast currently has 47 episodes available.

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July 26, 2021 17. Are you lazy, or are you burnt out?
Let’s about UNproductivity! We all have lazy days, days we don’t want to achieve, but if the lack of motivation draws out, there could be more we’re not seeing. In this episode, I highlight the key differences between laziness and burnout, to help you have a better idea of what we’re dealing with here, and know the fix to this disconnect we feel. Laziness is something we can live with, but pervasive burnout can lead to mood disorders like depression. Listen to your body and what it's telling you it needs :) Please reach out for professional / medical support if you feel you need additional support — you are not alone.
Connect with me on IG @charmiantyx
If you’d like to support the podcast — buymeacoffee.com/charmian — thank you!
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20min
July 07, 2021 16. Master your emotions with the 5 second rule.
Do you control your emotions, or do they control you? I'm all for feeling our feelings, but in the heat of the moment, we can get carried away. The 5 second rule is known for helping you to curb hesitation, so that you can act on instinct and achieve your goals. By the same token, taking 5 seconds to not react when sh*t hits the fan can help you regulate your emotions, so that you can act from the better version of you. Tried and tested by yours truly — here's to emotionally self-regulating like a baus. x

Connect with me
@charmiantyx
charmiantan.com

If you'd like to support the podcast:
buymeacoffee.com/charmian

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15min
June 19, 2021 15. How to build self-confidence, and keep it.
Even the best of us struggle with feeling great about themselves from time to time, and that just reminds us we are human. But, a healthy level of self-confidence can be built and maintained, with some tools to help! In this episode, I share with you my roadmap to building confidence over the years — through uncovering the experiences that have caused it to falter, how then to bounce back from that, and what I do to keep my self-esteem healthy. We discuss the habit of getting to know ourselves, childhood trauma, and setting mental health boundaries, in order to protect our innate ability to love what we see in the mirror.
If you’d like to support the podcast, you can buy me a coffee or share this with someone you love. x
Connect with me on IG @charmiantyx
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33min
June 01, 2021 14. The Pygmalion Effect: When you expect disappointment, you will be disappointed.
"No expectations, no disappointment" is a phrase some of us are comfortable living by, until you realise that is exactly how disappointment breeds. In this episode, I break down what The Pygmalion Effect is through a tried-and-true experiment, and give real life examples of how when we set up to fail, we indeed end up failing. The Pygmalion Effect argues that the higher the expectation, the better the outcome, and vice versa. So the question is, why expect yourself to fail? Remember that you're the only person creating your reality, and what you expect is what you get. Sooooo, expect the good stuff, and be surprised.
Connect with me on Instagram @charmiantyx
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15min
May 20, 2021 13. You don't have to like it, but you can accept it.
The idea of Radical Acceptance feels somewhat overwhelming, especially when we find ourselves rooted in uncomfortable situations. How can we accept something we don't like? In this episode, I break down what psychologist Marsha Linehan terms Radical Acceptance, and how to practice it especially in these trying pandemic times, where shifts are inevitable, and normalcy fluctuates. Radical Acceptance allows us to adapt to change quicker, and gives us room to take control of undesirable states we may find ourselves in. I hope this helps you today. Stay safe. x
Connect with me on:
IG: charmiantyx
CH: charmiantan
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13min
April 22, 2021 12. Stop trying to be positive. Do this instead.
Ever find that when we try to "be positive", doing exactly that feels harder? I break down why this piece of advice can be counter-effective, and how it could even set you back further on your emotional scale. This is one of those times non-action is actually good action. Listen to find out why and... don't press the red button. Don't do it. Don't. Do. It.
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8min
March 21, 2021 11. What healing looks like, from a burn survivor. — with Charlene Chew
"The things you face in life are harder, because your calling is higher."
Charlene Chew is one of the strongest people I know. She is a burn survivor, but beyond that, she's intelligent, free-spirited, and is meant for something great. In this episode, we uncover the fateful burn accident that changed her life, listen to what her recovery journey entails, and discuss what self-healing really is about. We talk about what happens when we forgive, when we detach, sitting with the discomfort, and reclaiming our power. This is for you if you need extra strength to walk through your own set of struggles today. Be patient with your own healing, and know that it's the people who dare to confront the very things that hurt and scare them, who come out on the other side more brilliant than ever. Sending you love!
Connect with us on social media:
IG @charlenechew, TikTok @charlenechew3005
IG @charmiantyx, CH @charmiantan
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36min
March 07, 2021 10. The truth about my weight loss.
In this episode, I open up about my unanticipated weight loss, and how anxiety had a hand in it. The experience allowed me to reexamine the relationship I have with my body, and how we see weight loss as a measure of success or even happiness. It’s completely okay to want to look better, but remember you don’t have to wait for your body to look better, before loving it. Start now, no matter where you are in your journey or how you look like, because real, lasting change truly comes from within.
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20min
February 28, 202109. How our brain works: from sleep, to love. — with Neuroscientist Dr. Claudia Aguirre
This week, we dissect the brain with the help of Dr. Claudia Aguirre, neuroscientist and mind-body expert! From across the world in LA, Dr. Claudia’s work is highly sought after across TV and radio shows, beauty & wellness brands, and she's also an educator with TED. In this episode, we discuss what really happens when we sleep, how melatonin can help us fight Covid-19, how our skin processes emotions, and even settle the age-old debate — is love just a chemical reaction in the brain? Can we *actually* make someone fall in love with us?

For more on Dr. Claudia, visit www.doctorclaudia.com.
Connect with us on Instagram: @doctorclaudia @charmiantyx

Show notes:
What’s a typical day like for a neuroscientist?

When you sleep, you’e washing your brain

*When* you sleep is important.

Melatonin helps us fight Covid-19.

Does sleep affect mood?

Calm mind = calm skin

You cannot pretend you don’t feel.

Pleasure comes from… hairy skin.

Rub people the right way.

How to make someone fall in love with you.
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41min
February 11, 2021 08. Not all partners lead to forever — with Barbara Latimer (Part 1)
Happy Valentine’s Day people! The beautiful Barbara Latimer joins me for a special episode this week, where we talk about everything to do with dating in the modern age. In Part 1 of this no-holds-barred conversation, we discuss coping with loneliness, our experiences with dating apps, and getting back with the ex. Grab popcorn (see also: wine) cause this is a *juicy* one. Barbara Latimer is an event host, TV presenter and boxing instructor (she also made it a point to mention she does puppeteering and is a full-time fun aunt).
Connect with us on Instagram @latimerbarbara @charmiantyx and stay tuned for Part 2!
Show notes:
We’re all capable of being a bad ex.
It’s okay that you're not getting married.
Loneliness comes with independence; embrace it.
The most effective dating apps.
Reconciling with the ex.
Don’t expect your partner to be a mindreader.
There is such a thing as bad timing.
If you can’t be the right partner, be a good ex.
Comparing: we all do it.
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50min

FAQs about The Feels with Charmian:

How many episodes does The Feels with Charmian have?

The podcast currently has 47 episodes available.