The Space

For some of us the big sensations that come with sex can be alarming. Especially if you’ve danced with anxiety or experienced a panic attack. But… pleasure CAN feel like a new kind of anxiety. So, what can you do about it?

Disclaimer: We’re going to touch on sexual trauma and its impact. If this ISN’T for you, skip onto our next episode – and know you can reach out for help by calling 1800 RESPECT or visiting their website https://www.1800respect.org.au/

LINKS 

• Read ‘Mental Health In Bed: Sex and Anxiety’ by Renee Fabian for Talkspace
• Read ‘Sex Avoidance and Anxiety Disorders’ from The Center for Treatment of Anxiety and Mood Disorders
• Follow @thespace_podcast on Instagram   
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CREDITS 
Host: Casey Donovan @caseydonovan88 
Writer: Amy Molloy @amymolloy 
Executive Producer: Elise Cooper 
Editor: Adrian Walton 

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Exhausted? Over it? Us too! This is your excuse to stop for a moment. We're going to plug you in and charge up your batteries.

LINKS 

• Follow @thespace_podcast on Instagram   
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CREDITS 
Host: Casey Donovan @caseydonovan88 
Writer: Amy Molloy @amymolloy 
Executive Producer: Elise Cooper 
Editor: Adrian Walton 

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This episode is for all the times your head starts swirling with thoughts, mistakes, events, shit from the past that makes you embarrassed, regretful, and anxious. We’re going to teach you how to do an “Alphabet Gratitude practice” that’s perfect for overthinking.

LINKS 

• Follow @thespace_podcast on Instagram   
• Watch @thespace_podcast on TikTok  
• Follow @novapodcastsofficial on Instagram  

CREDITS 
Host: Casey Donovan @caseydonovan88 
Writer: Amy Molloy @amymolloy 
Executive Producer: Elise Cooper 
Editor: Adrian Walton 

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Picture a scene where your reaction is instant rage and annoyance. Your computer crashes and you lose a weeks worth of work, or you're simply stuck in traffic. We’re going to explore a mindset trick to help you get through the shit stresses you out. It comes down to how we describe it, and react to it – so try this with us (and we’re not telling you what the trick is in the show notes you've gotta listen to the episode you cheat!)

LINKS 

• Follow @thespace_podcast on Instagram   
• Watch @thespace_podcast on TikTok  
• Follow @novapodcastsofficial on Instagram  

CREDITS 
Host: Casey Donovan @caseydonovan88 
Writer: Amy Molloy @amymolloy 
Executive Producer: Elise Cooper 
Editor: Adrian Walton 

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Rest is necessary for survival; but “rest” isn’t slumping on the couch and scrolling TikTok all day. There’s a concept called Active Rest that we want to explore, and give you the tools the get the right kind of rest. You might just feel more replenished if you try them out!

LINKS 

• Read ‘The Power of Rest: Why Sleep Alone Is Not Enough. A 30-Day Plan to Reset Your Body’ by Matthew Edlund
• Follow @the.sagesociety on Instagram
• Follow @thespace_podcast on Instagram   
• Watch @thespace_podcast on TikTok  
• Follow @novapodcastsofficial on Instagram  

CREDITS 
Host: Casey Donovan @caseydonovan88 
Writer: Amy Molloy @amymolloy 
Executive Producer: Elise Cooper 
Editor: Adrian Walton 

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When we hide ourselves from things we're afraid of it drains our energy. So how can we practise turning towards difficulty and get stronger? We’re using strategies from author Ed Halliwell to teach you exactly that.

LINKS 

• Read ‘Mindfulness: How to Live Well by Paying Attention’ by Ed Halliwell
• Follow @thespace_podcast on Instagram   
• Watch @thespace_podcast on TikTok  
• Follow @novapodcastsofficial on Instagram  

CREDITS 
Host: Casey Donovan @caseydonovan88 
Writer: Amy Molloy @amymolloy 
Executive Producer: Elise Cooper 
Editor: Adrian Walton 

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When was the last time you walked around your house in the buff? We’re not talking about a quick sprint from the shower to your bath robe. We’re bringing naked back! The fact is it can make us happier and healthier, so we’ve got a nude challenge for you, even through the chilly months. 

LINKS 

• Follow @thespace_podcast on Instagram   
• Watch @thespace_podcast on TikTok  
• Follow @novapodcastsofficial on Instagram  

CREDITS 
Host: Casey Donovan @caseydonovan88 
Writer: Amy Molloy @amymolloy 
Executive Producer: Elise Cooper 
Editor: Adrian Walton 

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Flow is the holy grail of creativity; when you’re in the zone, absorbed and focused. It’s not something that just award winning novelists or musicians experience. We’re going to use  tips from author Grace Beverley to teach you how to get yourself into a flow state, and ditch thought patterns that can get in the way.

LINKS 

• Read ‘Working Hard, Hardly Working’ by Grace Beverley from Penguin Books Australia
• Follow @thespace_podcast on Instagram   
• Watch @thespace_podcast on TikTok  
• Follow @novapodcastsofficial on Instagram  

CREDITS 
Host: Casey Donovan @caseydonovan88 
Writer: Amy Molloy @amymolloy 
Executive Producer: Elise Cooper 
Editor: Adrian Walton 

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Do you ever get in a chat with someone and suddenly all your self awareness goes out the window? A trigger pops up in small talk with your partner and you get thrown into an irrational tail spin; your fight or flight mode is suddenly in overdrive. You could be dealing with your amygdala hijacking that situation. We’re gunna talk you through how to deal with those feelings, and even trick yourself into bypassing an amygdala hijack.

LINKS 

• Listen to Daniel Goleman on Armchair Expert talking about the Amygdala Hijacking response
• Read ‘Emotional Intelligence: Why It Can Matter More Than IQ’ by Daniel Goleman
• Follow @thespace_podcast on Instagram   
• Watch @thespace_podcast on TikTok  
• Follow @novapodcastsofficial on Instagram  

CREDITS 
Host: Casey Donovan @caseydonovan88 
Writer: Amy Molloy @amymolloy 
Executive Producer: Elise Cooper 
Editor: Adrian Walton 

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Research shows that men are still less likely to see help with issues like anxiety and depression. Instead of coming across as nervousness or worry, anxiety in men can show up in different ways; Anger, alcohol abuse, muscle aches. So how can we as mates and partners help the men in our lives feel like they can talk to us about it.

LINKS 

• Read ‘Anxiety Looks Different in Men’ from the Wall Street Journal
• Read ‘Changing how we talk about men’s mental health’ from Mensline
• Follow @thespace_podcast on Instagram   
• Watch @thespace_podcast on TikTok  
• Follow @novapodcastsofficial on Instagram  

CREDITS 
Host: Casey Donovan @caseydonovan88 
Writer: Amy Molloy @amymolloy 
Executive Producer: Elise Cooper 
Editor: Adrian Walton 

Listen to more great podcasts at novapodcasts.com.au   

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.