Stress Bucket Solutions
Activity Overview
Episode publication activity over the past year
Episodes
93. THINK ON THIS; The World Carries On
05 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is inspired by a client I'm currently working with and a lovely text I received from my pal Shilpa. I hope you like it because it's a bit...
92. AUDIOBOOK; Solution-Focused Therapy
29 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Next chapter of the book. A long one this one so settle in for it. You can join my private FaceBook group and follow me on Facebook for some liv...
91. THINK ON THIS; What Are Your Afraid Of?
22 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What are you afraid of when it comes to getting therapy? Do you think I'll change your personality? In this episode, I try to address the reluct...
90. BEFORE THERAPY; First phone call questions and why I ask them
15 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The purpose of your introductory call to me is so that I can ask you some questions about your issues and from there if I think I can help you, I will...
89. THERAPY; Back to Basics
08 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The basic solution focused explanation of brain function is something I go over every single session with clients. You should get something different ...
88. CLIENT INTERVIEW; busy mum of young kids smashes anxiety
01 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Another chat with one of my lovely clients. A lot of you will be able to relate to Kirsty - trying to be a superwoman yet overwhelmed with everything....
87. EMOTIONS; The Teenage Brain and supporting someone you love who has depression
22 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is in response to a message I received. First of all the teenage brain and the changes that occur during this challenging time. Als...
86. AUDIOBOOK; What's Been Good?
15 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Continuing with recording the audio version of my book here's the next chapter. Hope you enjoy it. You can join my private FaceBook group and fo...
85. SLEEP; Sleep pressure and Sleep Efficiency.
08 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Once you understand sleep pressure and sleep efficiency you'll be back on the road to better sleep. And in this episode, you can learn why. Here is th...
84. THINK ON THIS; There's nothing wrong with anti-depressants
01 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about anti-depressants and anti-anxiety medications. I take a non-judgemental view on them and here's why. Please note I am no...
83. CLIENT INTERVIEW; Emptying an overflowing stress bucket
25 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Paula came to see me for an overflowing stress bucket. Hear her story in this episode. You can join my private FaceBook group and follow me on F...
82. AUDIOBOOK; The 3 P's
18 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The next chapter of my book, the 3 P's. You can join my private FaceBook group and follow me on Facebook for some live videos on how to empty your str...
81. EMOTIONS; New Years' resolutions - How are yours going?
11 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Don't despair if you're not keeping up with your New Years' resolutions. Understand that it's a primitive brain response and that once you begin to ra...
80. THERAPY; Disadvantages of solution focused work
04 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Solution-focused work is not for everyone, you need to understand its limitations. In this episode, I talk about some of the limitations of solution-f...
79. THINK ON THIS; Gin's Christmas message - Own it!
21 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It's Be-Gin-ning to look a lot like Christmas! There are no rules to be followed for Christmas. Make sure you observe your personal boundaries a...
78. AUDIOBOOK; Sleep, It's free therapy
14 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The next chapter of my book read by me! No much to say - I get stuck right in and let you hear what I've written. Hope you enjoy it. You can joi...
77. THINK ON THIS; Re-engage with life!
07 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Stop ruminating, get out of your own head and re-engage with life. In this episode, I don't mean to offend but I am passionate about this controversia...
76. CLIENT INTERVIEW; overcoming anxiety and healthy grieving
30 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Another interview with one of my clients - Sound levels in this episode are variable so hope you can forgive me for that. But Chris's story is fascina...
75. AUDIOBOOK; Continuing the first chapter
23 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Finishing off that first chapter of my book How To Empty Your Stress Bucket I would love for you to join me at my virtual book launch on 2 December - ...
74. Look at What You 'Can Do,' Not What You 'Should Do.'
16 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Many people put pressure on themselves by stressing about what they should be doing. In this episode, I explain why you should reframe that to what yo...
73. EMOTIONS; Grief is a Positive Emotion
09 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
I've been talking a lot about grief and the positive and essential emotions that surround it. In this episode, I explain the 5 stages of grief, what y...
72: Continuing with the audiobook; Chapter 1
02 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I continue to read from my book and give you an excerpt of the first chapter. I hope you enjoy it, mistakes and all. You can jo...
71. How to Make the Most of Daylight Saving Time
26 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
With the clocks going back in the UK this weekend I think it's really important we take advantage of that extra hour. In this episode, I explain why a...
70; AUDIOBOOK; Introduction
19 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In order to make my book accessible, I'm recording an audiobook. But I already have the introduction and the first chapter on my blog so I should real...
69. Claire's story
12 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
An interview with my client Claire - have a listen to why Claire felt that she really wasn't talking to a therapist, she was just having a conversatio...
68. Why Online Therapy Works so Well
05 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, I talk about the advantages and the limitations of online therapy. If you've been thinking about going online with a therapist I'm...
67. Why is it Difficult to Let Go of Problems?
28 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Being solution-focused doesn't mean being problem phobic. But we do need to move forward. Learning to let go of problems is the first step and in this...
66. Men Don't Talk About Mental Health? Rubbish!
21 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
I hate it when people say men don't talk about mental health - they do! In this episode, hear about my recent presentation to a male-heavy audie...
65. Why Motivation and Desire are Not Enough
14 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Motivation and desire are not enough to create change. And yet we do things all the time without thinking, don't we? In this episode, I explain why th...
64: SLEEP; Make Your Own Melatonin
31 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It seems doctors are now prescribing melatonin for sleep - I'm so angry! There's no need, you can make it yourself! Here's how. You can join my privat...
63: SLEEP; How To Calculate the Ultimate Bedtime For You
24 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Ever fallen asleep on the sofa in front of the TV, then taken yourself off to bed and wonder why you can't sleep? Well, You're not 'catching your dip!...
62: SLEEP; The 3 P's of Insomnia
17 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Want to know why you can't sleep? Although I'm solution focused this behavioural model I've just learned about is really useful for you to be able to ...
61: What Does it Really Mean to be Happy?
10 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Happiness isn't all about the "Instagram life". It's not all 'rainbows and unicorns.' It's more than that. But when we talk about happiness what does ...
60: How To Get More 'Lightbulb' Moments
03 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
You know those moments when a realisation just comes to you? As if by magic? Well, in this episode I explain what's going on in the brain to create th...
59: Don't Board The Negative Train of Thought
27 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Do you agree with people taking time off 'for the benefit of their mental health?' What are they doing in that time off? In today's episode, I e...
58. How To Recognise Anxiety in Others
20 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It's not easy to tell someone you're anxious, so here's how you can spot some physical signs of anxiety in others. This may then make it easier to ope...
57. THERAPY; Why online therapy works so well
13 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
There are some limitations to working with a therapist online but the advantages hugely outweigh that. If you're looking to work with a therapist onli...
56. Still Catastrophising?
06 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
More on catastrophising and some tips on how to manage those negative thoughts. It's a normal survival response but talk to yourself like you're your ...
55. Why I'm sad about Naomi Osaka dropping out of the French Open
15 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
I'm full of support but also very sad - why should she stop doing something she loves. In this episode, I'll be ranting a wee bit (not much) about why...
54. What successful clients DON'T Do
08 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
I'm not afraid to say that sometimes therapy doesn't work. I can't guarantee results, but I do guarantee, that if you can show some commitment to the ...
53. Carri's story
01 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Do you want to hear from one of my clients? In this episode one of my first ever clients, Carri, shares her story on her journey from anxiety and pani...
52. Sleep Solutions
25 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
I strongly believe that our current mental health crisis is due to a lack of sleep. So do yourself a favour and follow these sleep tips to ensure that...
51. The Gut-Brain Connection
18 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
What do we know from science about the gut-brain connection that could help stop a panic attack? Well, you'll find out in this episode. You can ...
50. The Power of Vision
27 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Having a rich, vivid, detailed vision of your future is really powerful. In today's episode, I explain a technique I use to help clients to focus on t...
49. Why are people so problem focused!
20 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
I was asked to contribute to a phone-in on current anxieties and mental health, except it was all too problem-focused for me. In hindsight, I'm so gla...
48. Grief is a positive response
13 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
You're allowed to feel sad in the intelligent brain - just don't get emotionally hijacked! In this episode, I explain why you needn't feel like everyt...
47. Limit what goes into the stress bucket
06 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It's not just about emptying the stress bucket but limiting what goes into it in the first place right? If you can do that you'll be on to assure fire...
46. "What would be good about that?"
30 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, I talk about I technique I use during sessions with clients to dig deep and find some positive emotion behind the reason you want ...
45. Breaking Bad Habits
23 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
First of all, here's the link to Homestart Aberdeen to book onto my talk " How To Empty Your Stress Bucket" - it's a great charity so all donations wi...
44. Post Lockdown anxiety
16 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The end of the pandemic and coming out of lockdown seems like the goal we’ve all been waiting for and the end of a long struggle. However, we’ve g...
43. Being there for others...even remotely
09 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It's really important to feel connected and be there for others ( providing your stress bucket is quite empty). We are social beings and need to feel ...
42. A business coach interviews me
02 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
A friend of mine who is a business coach wanted to interview me so I thought it would be nice to share this recording with you. Yvonne Webb is a Busin...
41. Toxic Positivity
23 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
I might go off on a bit of a rant with this one but bear with me! In this episode, I talk about toxic positivity and what you can do to help you...
40. Learn to LIKE yourself!
16 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Seeing as it was Valentines Day I wanted to address all things love. In this episode, I'll explain why you don't need to LOVE yourself before you can ...
39. The Adult - Child metaphor to understand how to overcome a fear or addiction
09 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
I use this metaphor a lot to help my clients overcome fears and addictions such as smoking. It's so easy to remember - find out why I'm such a fab Aun...
38. Phobias and Fears
02 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Where do Phobias come from in the brain, how do we develop them and what can you do to overcome them? In this episode, I explain all about the brain f...
37. Stop Chasing Happiness
26 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Our pursuit of happiness could be doing more harm than good - it's unrealistic to expect your stress bucket to be empty ALL of the time. In this episo...
36. The Solution Focused Formula
19 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Do you want the Solution Focused formula to empty the stress bucket? It's 3 easy steps that you can do easily to help eliminate anxiety, stress and de...
35. The Doing Picture
12 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Direct your subconscious to SOlutions rather than problems and you'll begin to notice the difference. In this episode, I'll explain 1 of the therapeut...
34. Feel the Feelings and get through it anyway!
04 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Happy New Year - yes I'm going to say it because my job is to try my best to make you feel better! I'm not going to deny it's been a challenging...
33. Looking after yourself is NOT selfish
15 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this final episode of the year I want to leave you with this message; Please look after yourself, for only then do you have more to give others.&nb...
32. Procrastination
08 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I explain why procrastination (if I can at least pronounce it!) is just a survival response and I share some tips on how you ca...
31. Having digestive issues - it could be due to stress
01 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
There is a huge link between stress and digestive issues. In today's episode, I explain briefly why that is and what you can do ensure that the next t...
30. Why Its Good To Be Bored!
24 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
When was the last time you did absolutely nothing? Don't feel guilty, you're not switching off - you're switching over. In this episode, I explain wha...
29. The logical levels of change
17 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
It can be easy to change when you understand the logical levels that create this. Environment - Behaviour - Capabilities - Beliefs/Values - Identity. ...
28. How long does therapy take?
10 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
You hear of people who are in therapy for years at a time and this can put people off, so I'm often asked this question. Obviously, I can only talk ab...
27. How to maintain good habits when you're feeling depressed or anxious
03 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Everyone knows that positive activities and positive interactions are good for you. But when you're in the depths of depression or highly anxious thos...
26. Personality traits - are you a settler, a warrior or a nomad?
27 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
I'm not a fan of putting people into boxes, humans are much more complex than that. And it all goes back to when we lived in a tribe. So what can you ...
25. How to sleep when your mind is racing
20 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
You know the feeling, your mind is racing with stressful thoughts but you need to sleep. Maybe you can't fall asleep straight away or maybe you've wok...
24. Work related stress
13 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Not all stress is bad for you, and there's no such thing as work-life balance, so how can you make sense of work-related stress. Listen to this episod...
23. Scale it up and the Miracle Question!
06 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
here's a technique that I use in Solution Focused Therapy with clients that you might want to try yourself. It utilises the power of your imagination ...
22. The physical response to stress
29 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Take note of how your body reacts to stress. Over a long period of time, this cannot be sustained so if you thought that mental illness was invisible ...
21. The Bar of Control
22 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Feeling in control is good for you - don't let anyone tell you you're a control freak - correct them by saying you're a control enthusiast! In this ep...
20. Lots of tips on how to get a good nights sleep
15 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
If you've been listening to my podcast so far it will be no surprise to you that I place a lot of emphasis on sleep. If you struggle with your sleep h...
19. Depression, anxiety & anger can be positive emotions
08 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Your stress bucket does not need to be empty all the time. It's perfectly normal to feel sad, nervous and passionate too - you're only human after all...
18. Emotional eating and the stress response
01 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Whether you can demolish a packet of chocolate biscuits in 3 minutes or have 4 packets of monster munch in 1 sitting we've all know what it feels...
17. The subconscious and your brain as a business
25 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Imagine your brain is a business - what roles do the CEO, the Health & Safety Officer and the award-winning secretary have to play in making sure ...
16. SLEEP; When you sleep for 10 hours but you don't feel refreshed!
18 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Following on from last week's episode today I talk about what is happening with the stress bucket that makes some people sleep for 9 or 10 hours b...
15. When you wake up in the night and can't get back to sleep again
11 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Ever woken up in the middle of the night, your mind is racing, and you can't get back to sleep again? Or you're really tired and go to bed but as soon...
14. Don't Think About a Green Bus!
04 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
"Whether you think you can or you think you can't, you're right" Henry Ford. Your mind looks for confirmation of what it believes, it's not abou...
13. What's Been Good?
28 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This is such a powerful question and one I challenge you to begin using regularly. In this podcast, you'll find out why I love this question and also ...
12. How to Support Someone you love with their Mental Health
21 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
It's really difficult to know how to help a loved one with their mental health issues. But as a supportive friend, relative or partner here are a few ...
11. Be present and in the moment to limit what goes into your Stress Bucket
14 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Observing your thoughts, being present, meditation and mindfulness are not as easy as they seem at first but learning how to do that in your everyday ...
10. Anxious about coming out of lockdown?
07 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In Scotland, we're still just at the beginning of coming out of lockdown. Although this is a godsend for some it is raising a lot of anxiety and fear ...
9. The 3 P's
30 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
No, not garden peas but The 3 P's that the caveman knew would make them feel better both physically and mentally. Do these 3 P's and ensure you get yo...
8. Sleep - and how to get yours!
23 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
My favourite subject - SLEEP! Good quality sleep is the one thing you can do now, for free, to help limit what goes into your stress bucket.
7. Let's Get Into The Primitive Brain
16 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
More detail about the primitive brain and where OCD and being kept awake by your partner snoring comes from!
6. Limit What goes Into Your Stress Bucket
09 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Why not get a head start on emptying your stress bucket by limiting what goes into it in the first place!
5. Why I Love The Solution Focused Way
02 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
There are lots of different therapies out there but I just love the Solution Focused approach - and here's why.
4. I guess I better talk about the 'Stress Bucket'
26 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Time to talk about the Stress Bucket. There are many different ways to describe stress but here's my take on it.
3. The Brain Has A Filing Cabinet
19 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Listen to why we panicked when we had to go into lockdown - we just didn't have a file for it!
2. THERAPY; Brain Basics
12 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Let's start at the beginning. I'll refer to these terms throughout my podcast so you should know exactly what I'm going on about, right? ...
1. Introduction To Stress Bucket Solutions
05 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
What to expect from me and Stress Bucket Solutions