The Mindful Men Podcast

Welcome to Episode 49 - Bipolar, Mental Health and Fatherhood with Jarrod Gentle

This week we're diving into what it's like to live with Bipolar from husband, father and mental health crusader Jarrod Gentle. 

Jarrod has an inspiring story to tell, from misdiagnosis to finding mindfulness and meditation. It's a story of how we can shake off the shame and stigma associated with mental illness, and live a life full of purpose. 

Not only does Jarrod's purpose see him placing huge focus on his wellbeing, family and business, but it also has him sharing his story - and the stories of others in the mental health industry - on his podcast Stay Mental Australia. 

It's a great chat between two blokes walking a pathway towards holistic mental health.

If you're keen to check out the links mentioned in this episode, here they are:

For more from Mindful Men, check out the website at www.mindful-men.com.au

***If anything triggers you from today's episode, please reach out to your support networks or seek professional help***

Cheers, Simon

Welcome to Episode 48 - Burnout, Work and Family with Sophie Scott

The literature around burnout tends to focus on burnout being a workplace issue. But as we know in life, what happens at work can impact us outside of work too. 

This week I'm joined by Sophie Scott, an award winning journalist and broadcaster as the national medical reporter with the ABC. 

Sophie is also an author, an Adjunct Associate Professor at the University of Notre Dame's Medical School, an ambassador for Bowel Cancer Australia, Pain Australia and sits on advisory committees at the National Mental Health Commission and the University of Melbourne’s Contemplative Studies Centre.

Sophie shares her burnout story, and how having open dialogue around mental health within the family home helped her along her recovery journey. Sophie also shares some great tips to improve our mental health as we work through conditions like burnout or stress more generally. 

If you're keen to check out the links mentioned in this episode, here they are:

For more from Mindful Men, check out the website at www.mindful-men.com.au

***If anything triggers you from today's episode, please reach out to your support networks or seek professional help***

Cheers, Simon

Welcome to Episode 47 - Patriarchy, Feminism and Relationships with Bev Joy Ehrlich

When we think of patriarchy and feminism within the context of men's issues, we often think of a clash of titans. These concepts place men and women against each other, and the discussions can often become heated. 

But a critical reflection on these concepts can help us to understand where we've come from, and where we want to go from an individual, community and social level. 

This week, I am joined by Bev Joy Ehrlich, a Transformational Life and Relationships Coach with a background in Psychology, Mental Health and Education. 

Bev helps us to unpack patriarchy and feminism within our relationships, and describes how unity, communication and equality can help our relationships to thrive. 

If you're keen to check out the links mentioned in this episode, here they are:

For more from Mindful Men, check out the website at www.mindful-men.com.au

***If anything triggers you from today's episode, please reach out to your support networks or seek professional help***

Cheers, Simon

Welcome to Episode 46 - Borderline Personality Disorder with Paul Edmundson

Another week, another great chat with a bloke opening up about mental health!

This week, Paul Edmundson from MMH Warriors joins me to talk about his mental health journey that includes misdiagnosis, unhealthy coping strategies, suicide attempts, self-harm and then recovery once he was correctly diagnosed with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD). He also gives an insight into Dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT) which he has found useful for managing his BPD. 

Paul's story talks to perseverance in the face of adversity, including how his role as a dad helped him push through some dark times. 

If you're keen to check out the links mentioned in this episode, here they are:

For more from Mindful Men, check out the website at www.mindful-men.com.au

***If anything triggers you from today's episode, please reach out to your support networks or seek professional help***

Cheers, Simon

Welcome to Episode 45 - Swim to Safety with Selena Willows

With the Australian summer fast approaching, backyard pools are getting cleaned up, public swimming pools are getting busier, and beaches and waterways are seeing an increasing influx of people keen to cool off as the days get hotter.

As summer edges closer, it's a timely reminder that learning to swim and being safe in the water is crucial. 

Joining me to discuss swim safety is Selena Willows from Swim to Safety. Selena has a unique blend of in-person and online swimming lessons that focus on capability over comfort. This is a great chat about swim safety and how Selena's work can help children experiencing water-related trauma to get back in the water. 

If you're keen to check out the links mentioned in this episode, here they are:

For more from Mindful Men, check out the website at www.mindful-men.com.au

***If anything triggers you from today's episode, please reach out to your support networks or seek professional help***

Cheers, Simon

References:

https://www.royallifesaving.com.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0007/50110/RLS_NationalDrowningReport2021_LR.pdf 

Welcome to Episode 44 - Addiction, Hope and Sobriety with Tim Lodgen

This week, I am joined by former US Marine, Junior Olympic Boxer, MMA fighter AND husband, father and grandfather, Tim Lodgen. 

Tim shares his story of 27 years fighting a drug and alcohol addiction, suicide attempts, and mental illness. He paints a stark picture of how addiction influenced his life, before shining a bright light on his recovery and sobriety journey. 

This is a truly inspirational story, that had me on the verge of tears throughout our discussion. Whilst there is a lot of pain and struggle in Tim's story, there is also a lot of strength and hope.

If you're keen to check out the links mentioned in this episode, here they are:

For more from Mindful Men, check out the website at www.mindful-men.com.au

***If anything triggers you from today's episode, please reach out to your support networks or seek professional help***

Cheers, Simon 

Welcome to Episode 43 - Money, Finance and Investing with Equity Mates

Money is a huge stressor for many of us. We feel like we work hard to earn our pay, only to wave it goodbye the day after payday to all of our bills. 

So this week, I thought it would be great to get mindful about money, and in particular - to discuss how we can put our money to work for us.

Joining me in this chat are Alec Renehan and Bryce Leske from Equity Mates. Equity Mates started as a podcast to help young Australians to break through all the investing jargon, and start their own investing portfolios. Now, its expanded into multiple podcasts, a book, and a community of likeminded individuals all trying to create their own wealth. 

If you're keen to check out the links mentioned in this episode, here they are:

For more from Mindful Men, check out the website at www.mindful-men.com.au

***If anything triggers you from today's episode, please reach out to your support networks or seek professional help***

Cheers, Simon

Welcome to Episode 42 - Let's Talk About Mental Health with Jeremy Godwin

The release of Episode 42 coincides with Queensland Mental Health Week (8-16 October), World Mental Health Day on 10 October and International OCD Awareness Week (10-15 October).

In this bonus episode, I'm joined by Jeremy Godwin - a writer, podcaster and YouTuber with his own private therapy practice. 

Jeremy shares his story which includes growing up in poverty and within an abusive home; and his break down in 2011 which which resulted in him leaving his job in the corporate world. He tells how he went on to study psychology and sociology, and then started the Let's Talk About Mental Health podcast which is downloaded in over 170 countries across the globe!

If you're keen to check out the links mentioned in this episode, here they are:

For more from Mindful Men, check out the website at www.mindful-men.com.au

***If anything triggers you from today's episode, please reach out to your support networks or seek professional help***

Cheers, Simon

Welcome to Episode 41 - Cognitive Behavioural Therapy with Kimberley Quinlan

The release of Episode 41 coincides with Queensland Mental Health Week (8-16 October), World Mental Health Day on 10 October and International OCD Awareness Week (10-15 October).

In this bonus episode, I'm joined by Kimberley Quinlan from CBT School to talk about anxiety disorders such as obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD). 

Kimberley shares her story of living with an eating disorder, and helps us understand what Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Exposure, Response Prevention (ERP) are, and how they can help people living with anxiety disorders. 

If you're keen to check out the links mentioned in this episode, here they are:

Website: https://www.cbtschool.com

ERP School: https://www.cbtschool.com/erp-school-lp

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/youranxietytoolkit/

Podcast: https://pod.link/1098792502

For more from Mindful Men, check out the website at www.mindful-men.com.au

***If anything triggers you from today's episode, please reach out to your support networks or seek professional help***

Cheers, Simon

Welcome to Episode 40 - Stress and Burnout with April Likins

The release of Episode 40 coincides with Queensland Mental Health Week (8-16 October) and World Mental Health Day on 10 October. 

And what better way to improve our mental health and wellbeing, than with an episode dedicated to mental health!

This week I chat with April Likins, who is a board-certified health coach that specialises in stress management. April really understands stress, because she's also experienced burnout and has a passion for helping other people through burnout. 

Tune in to hear April's expertise, including some excellent self-care strategies that can help reduce the impacts of stress and burnout. 

If you're keen to check out the links mentioned in this episode, here they are:

Website: www.aprillikins.com

15 Ways to Say Goodbye to Chronic Stress for Good: https://aprillikins.com/how-to-reduce-stress

Instagram: www.instagram.com/glowbelovely

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aprilfreerlikins/

Heart Math - Inner Balance Sensor: https://store.heartmath.org/Inner-Balance-Sensor/?_ga=2.176943328.491108646.1661213974-380816231.1661213973

For more from Mindful Men, check out the website at www.mindful-men.com.au

***If anything triggers you from today's episode, please reach out to your support networks or seek professional help***

Cheers, Simon