The Space

That email will NOT be ruining my weekend

10 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We’ve all experienced it: the 4:45pm Friday “doom email”. With one inbox notification your weekend goes up in smoke, so we’re gunna teach you ...

A meditation for trusting your body

10 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In the previous episode we talked about feeling healthy, and how we can get hooked on talking about sickness. Now we’ve got a meditation for trustin...

Are you using sickness to connect?

09 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Have you spent the year talking about how SICK you are? It’s the new “talking about the weather.” As we speed towards summer in the Southern Hem...

Let's go the f*ck to sleep

09 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This is a meditation to go the fuck to sleep! We promise, it’ll be a little more poetic than that. Take a few moments to lay in your bed. The effect...

How to react when you're angry and triggered

08 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

What do you do when you feel yourself being triggered? The people we love can trigger us the most. It’s especially true if we live with them cause i...

I don't wanna think about it!

08 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This is an affirmation for that thing you don’t want to think about! Take a few moments to settle into a comfortable position. LINKS Follow @thespa...

Can't figure out what to watch? Try this tip from Jay Shetty

07 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In an article with Vogue, podcaster and author Jay Shetty shared his tips for staying grounded and centred. And this one gave us a lot to think about:...

Before your day is ruined, remember this

07 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This meditation is for the days that don’t end your way. It’s all going well, then it ends with an "urgent" email! Your train is delayed. And then...

Saying NOPE can make you more productive

06 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Hey procrastinator here's a genius productivity hack. It comes from James Clear author of Atomic Habits. He says the ultimate productivity hack is say...

Top Tip: You CAN stop wasting time - here's how

05 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The average person loses 26 days a year to “wasted time”, according to research. It can be obvious stuff like waiting on hold, but time could also...

Weekend sex confidence tips from Emily Nagoski, Ph.D.

04 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Let's explore sexual confidence; how to find it, and using it to really enjoy your sex life. Sex educator Emily Nagoski teaches women to feel confiden...

The Lazy Girl's Guide To Meditation

04 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We’ve got a 'singing bowl' meditation for you to try. A Tibetan singing bowl is a type of bell, which can be played with different frequencies. Rese...

Let's stop your bank balance causing a panic attack

03 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

How often to you check your banking app? A lot of us only check it when we’ve got something to worry about, says financial expert and minimalist coa...

Me? Gaslight myself? Impossible! …

02 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Gaslighting yourself is a bit different to when some douchebag does it to you but it has the same outcome. According to experts, you can gaslight your...

Stuck on that worst-case-scenario thinking?

02 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We worry so much about things going wrong, but what if everything went right? Pause what you’re doing and take a few moments to let the stars align....

How to lose friends with grace

01 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

There might come a time in your platonic relationships, when you feel like a friendship is slipping. If you’re not in sync, it can drive a wedge bet...

A meditation for bloat and blegh tummy feels

01 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This meditation is for when you HAVEN'T eaten mindfully. You’re soooo full and bloatfed and got a tummy full of regret. Pull on your trackies and ge...

How to own your fck-ups

31 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We're all encouraged to celebrate our victories and take responsibility for our mistakes — or the things we see as mistakes. We talk all the time ab...

Getting spooky and nostalgic for a feel-good-meditation

31 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It’s the perfect time to face your fears and unleash your inner hero. This meditation comes from transformation blogger Kalani McClain.  It’s a q...

Well hey there you lil time waster!

30 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The average person loses 26 days a year to "wasted time", according to research. It can be obvious stuff like waiting on hold but time could also be a...

Top Tip: Is work drama REALLY worth it?

29 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Let’s talk about workplace drama. It can be REALLY fun to get involved but there’s growing research that it’s terrible for morale and productivi...

But what if I make the wrong choice?!

28 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Does your mental health ever dip on the weekend? Well, you can blame the “Anxiety of Freedom”! Yes, it’s a thing. And according to experts, it c...

Is The Money Gap affecting your friendships?

28 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The Money Gap happens when your friends start making more money than you… and you feel shitty in comparison. Research shows that money can really te...

Are you posting your relationship online too much?

27 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

If you think social media, might be impacting your love life, you could be right. Research has linked extensive social media use with less satisfactio...

Love better, fck better, be better: A couple's meditation

27 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Research shows that meditating with your other half can improve your relationship. You’ll unwind together, de-stress together, it can also improve y...

What workplace drama is doing to your vibe (spoilers: it's fcking with it)

26 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Let's talk about workplace drama. It can be REALLY fun to get involved but there's growing research that it’s terrible for morale and productivity. ...

Breathe out that panic bb

26 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This meditation is perfect for panic. Panic can make you feel out of touch with your body and untethered. Spend 5 minutes with us to come back down to...

How to stop being distract- OOH A BUTTERFLY

25 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

One of the reasons, we struggle to concentrate is because we don’t really see any consequences to our actions. We know, we’d be more productive if...

I feel like I'm being left behind

25 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This is an affirmation for self-doubt, and the days you feel like you’re being left behind. LINKS Follow @thespace_podcast on Instagram    Watch...

Taking the monotony out of your Tuesday

24 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

There’s something about the second day of the week, which makes it DRAG. There’s actually scientists studying why Tuesdays seems to go at a snails...

A body at the beach IS a beach body!

24 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

If you're starting to feel the body pressure of beach season, you're not alone. Warmer weather isn’t fun for everyone, especially if you’re dealin...

Are you accidentally ruining your own week?

23 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

If you're currently in a slump after an epic Sunday, this episode is for you. Like the podcast? Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify! It he...

Top Tip: WHY DON'T THEY TEXT ME BACK?!!

22 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Ahh being left on read is the WORST. While we can't control whether or not someone replies to us, we CAN control how we let it effect us. We're going ...

Sober sex is hot

21 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We're here to talk about "sober sex" to be specific. With the rise of the sober curious movement, a lot of people have one foot on the wagon. We're dr...

A pre-party meditation

21 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Meditation isn't just for winding down - it's also great for nerves and social anxiety. So take a break while you're doing your makeup; listen in an U...

Help I'm stressed about money!

20 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

You know those spendy months, which are full of invoices, bills and outgoings. Don’t stress, Space Cadet. This meditation is for you. LINKS  Follo...

How do I find a therapist?

19 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

One of the most common questions we hear is: how do I find a therapist? We’re going to take you through the first steps to getting mental health hel...

Get paid on time using these clever lil tricks

19 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The plight of the freelancer: chasing outstanding invoices! We’re gunna talk about ”power of nouns” to get your money flowing. Studies have show...

An antidote for feeling overwhelmed

19 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Feeling overwhelmed is pretty common, but you're a lot more capable than you think. We have a meditation for using gratitude to get over feelings of b...

So you've been left on read...

18 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Being left on read should be a CRIME! While we can’t control whether or not someone replies to us, we CAN control how we let it effect us. We’re g...

Hey restless sleeper! Try this

18 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Tonight's meditation is for anyone who doesn’t sleep easily. If you toss and turn or wake up through the night this episode is for you. LINKS Follo...

Before you click "Accept" on that meeting listen to this

17 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Do you click "Accept" on your calendar invites without properly reading the invite? We want to help you reclaim your calendar and get you out of “Mi...

A lil meditation for sitting in your car and chilling

17 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

One of our favourite places to meditate is in the car - but we don’t mean when you’re driving. This is a meditation for stationary vehicles only! ...

Monday Anxiety can you PLEASE fck off

16 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It's super normal to have an anxiety spike on Mondays. There are a couple of reasons and one of the big ones is Social Anxiety. We've got to start soc...

Top tip: Make good habits stick

15 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today’s tip comes from James Clear, author of the bestselling book Atomic Habits. He says, the secret to sticking to a good habit is as simple as a ...

Burnt out and finding your boundaries

14 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today, we're continuing our theme of boundaries, specifically how to set boundaries in the age of burnout.  In this episode we're here to help you ke...

Setting boundaries with Matty Mills

14 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Your guest host for tonight's meditation, as part of Mental Health Week, is Matty Mills. You can hear Matty and his co-host Brooke Blurton on their po...

Get comfortable with ghosting

13 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today we’re talking about “ghosting.”   If it’s happened to you and it hurt, you’re not being sensitive or dramatic.  According to a bunc...

A healing meditation with Tanya Hennessy

13 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Your guest host for tonight's meditation, as part of Mental Health Week, is Tanya Hennessy. You can hear Tanya on her podcast, Hennessy's Hotline. But...

Shelter from the sensory hurricane

12 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today we’ve got a quick tip for sensory overload… boy, do we all need it!  Sensory overload is when your five senses take in more info that your ...

Relax with Brooke Blurton

12 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Your guest host for tonight's meditation, as part of Mental Health Week, is Brooke Blurton. You can hear Brooke and her co-host Matty Mills on their p...

Celebrate your co-workers...without the cringe

11 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today we're talking about how to celebrate your co-workers...without the cringe. Feeling valued at work has tons of benefits and the secret to workpla...

Practising self-forgiveness with Cameron Daddo

11 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

As part of Mental Health week our evening meditations have guest hosts! And tonight you're practising the art of self-forgiveness with Cameron Daddo. ...

Paperclips and happiness

10 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today’s tip comes from James Clear, author of the bestselling book Atomic Habits. He says, the secret to sticking to a good habit is as simple as a ...

Easing an anxious spiral with Clementine Ford

10 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

As part of Mental Health week our evening meditations have guest hosts! And this first one is none other than the amazing Clementine Ford! You can hea...

How to start your week with momentum

09 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It’s World Mental Health Week! It’s Monday and we’re ready to work. Kind of. Maybe. Almost! How can you start your week with momentum? The key c...

Top tip: Be kind with your words

08 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It’s Mental Health Month and what better time to find out “how to be a mental health ally”.  The first step is our language. Like the podcast? ...

Gratitude rocks!

07 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We all know the benefits of feeling grateful. But there’s a lot on our minds! Thanks to our friend “Negative Bias” we’re more inclined to dwel...

A little self soothing with your own voice

07 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Tonight, we have a “vocal meditation” for easing anxiety. Research shows, something as simple as humming is a fast path to stress reduction. In th...

How to spend a Mental Health Day off

06 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The do’s, the don’ts — and why it’s okay to have fun! LINKS  Read ‘‘No-brainer’: Job seekers look for employers to care for mental hea...

So your ego is bruised AF

06 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Let’s get into a meditation for the days you get kicked in the ego This is your chance to release and let go. LINKS  Read ‘10 Breathing Exercise...

Can gratitude be... negative?

05 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today, we’re talking about “Negative Gratitude”. Yes, it’s possible and we’re here to quit it. LINKS  Follow @thespace_podcast on Instagra...

Reckon you can't meditate? We'll prove you can!

05 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We're practising a "breath-counting meditation". This is great if you’re someone who thinks they CAN’T meditate. Sit on the floor, Lay down on you...

The trick to making good friends

04 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today we’re talking about “The Friendship Gap" aka the period between meeting a person and feeling like it’s become a friendship. A recent stud...

Ready to get out of that worry loop?

04 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This meditation is perfect if you’re stuck in a worry loop. Wherever you are, take a few moments. We can stop your mind spinning! LINKS Follow @the...

Protect your mental wellbeing with this easy trick

03 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Continuing our theme of Mental Health Month, we’re here with a mood-boosting tid-bit. `it’s okay to physically move locations to escape a negative...

Have a crack at rebellious self-acceptance

03 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Tonight, we’ve got a mantra for rebellious self-acceptance. There’s a heap of research for the benefits of mantras, especially if you make it a re...

Mental health language matters

02 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It’s Mental Health Month and we’ve got 31 days of delicious feel-good habits. Today, we’re talking about “how to be a mental health ally”. A...

Top Tip: Take a soak at the start of the day

01 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

If you Google “morning baths”, you’ll find a community of people who SWEAR by it. They’re as smug as the Cold Plunge crew! So, what are the be...

Is it possible to just chill out online?

30 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We're talking about "internet anxiety" — and how to reclaim your peace of mind online. It’s the specialist subject of broadcaster Naomi Shimada an...

For when you're really fcking angry

30 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

When you’ve spent 5 days dealing with other people’s problems and it all seems so fucking unfair. We’e got a meditation (just go with us okay st...

Let’s talk about Summer Burnout

29 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Are you one of those people that offers to do EVERYTHING? Not just at work, maybe you're the part planner amongst your mates, or the group gift organi...

Breathing through anxiety at the end of the day

29 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We've got a breathing exercise for end-of-day anxiety. Wherever you are, pause what you're doing. Even if you're surrounded by kids or commuters (wear...

It's okay to not like your birthday

28 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Birthday blues are pretty common – even the experts say so! SO, here are some tips and tricks to dodge feeling shitty on your birthday LINKS  Read...

Let's stop clinging to criticism

28 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Tonight we have a meditation for dealing with criticism. We're going to stop you clinging and help it flow through you. LINKS  Listen to our episode...

Is this argument REALLY worth my energy?

27 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Using tips from Celes Chua we’re going to teach you how to exit an argument before it becomes a full-on shit show. LINKS  See more from Celes Chua...

Talking yourself into an easier life

27 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Tonight, we're going to focus on the phrase: Life feels easy! For the next meditation, hold those words in your mind. Sink into the music and see wher...

A morning bath for a less stressful day

26 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

If you Google "morning baths", you’ll find a community of people who SWEAR by it. They’re as smug as the Cold Plunge crew! So, what are the benefi...

Sleep your way to success

26 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Research shows, poor sleep really impacts our career vitality. It works the other way too with work stress impacting our sleep. It's not ALL bad news....

Brown noise could be the secret to a really productive day

25 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

You might have dabbled in White Noise before, but Brown Noise has a lower frequency, kind of luck a roar. Think of things like a waterfall or a fast f...

Top Tip: Rituals without the religion

24 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Experts say we can all benefit from rituals. So, how can we all make them a part of our day? We’re using tips from Ezra Bookman, founder of Ritualis...

Let's make the gym a happy place

23 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We want you to be that person! The one sitting in the middle of the gym juuuust chilling. After your next workout, roll out a yoga mat, take a seat an...

Get specific with your gratitude

23 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It's Friday and we have a quick-fire practise to celebrate your week and amplify your gratitude. This tip comes from Professor Robert A. Emmons, the w...

Take the damn sick day!

22 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today we have a meditation for "sick day guilt". According to research, it’s even more prolific for people who work remotely. 51 percent of people w...

Coming down from an argument

22 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We've got a meditation for coming down from *that* argument. Before we start, we're going to shake it out! There’s no point sitting down to meditate...

How to stop having the same fight over and over

21 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

You know those arguments you have on repeat? It’s the bruise you can’t stop poking and you never seem to get a resolution. We want to offer some t...

Let's get REALLY comfortable

21 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This is a meditation to help you get comfortable; in your skin, in your house, in your choices. LINKS  Listen to The Space Sleep Tips Playlist https...

WTF is Emoji Anxiety?

20 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today, we’re talking about "emoji anxiety." It’s the modern day head-fuck we don’t talk about enough. LINKS  Read ‘Here's how much time it t...

Resetting at the end of the day

20 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We’re here with an end-of-day reset. Commit to taking a pause for the next two minutes. Letting it go and letting it be! LINKS Follow @thespace_pod...

A ritual to help with the monotony of every day

19 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Experts say we can all benefit from rituals. So, how can we all make them a part of our day? We’re using tips from Ezra Bookman, founder of Ritualis...

You. Can. Let. Go

19 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Wherever you are, this is your permission to pause. Stop for two minutes — enjoy a mini-reset. LINKS  Follow @thespace_podcast on Instagram    ...

The weird link between scent and productivity

18 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We’re talking about the impact of smell on productivity – specifically, are scented candles helping you in your WFH set up? Like the podcast? Leav...

Top Tip: I just wanna be happy

17 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

How accurate is your Happiness Compass? Probably, not very accurate! This is according to psychologist William Van Gordon, who wrote about happiness i...

Talking yourself into having more energy

16 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We're going to meditate with the phrase: “I am energised.” We’ll give you a few moments to get comfortable.   LINKS  Follow @thespace_podcas...

Bye bye chaotic work week!

16 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Tonight we have a meditation for a quiet mind after a chaotic work week. We’ll give you a few moments to get comfortable. LINKS  Follow @thespace_p...

How to stop setting yourself up to fail

15 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The expectation gap is the gap between what you think is gunna happen and what ACTUALLY happens. We all think Fridays are going to be AMAZING so when ...

Bye bye screen-time! A better soundtrack for sleep

15 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In the previous episode we talked about the downsides of Streaming and Sleeping. We're going to put those tips into practice with a meditation for sle...

Sleeping with the TV on: Good, bad or who cares?

14 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Netflix and Snooze! Yes, we're guilty! A recent survey found 61 per cent of people fall asleep with the TV on. Streaming yourself to sleep ISN’T gre...

You CAN get over anxiety of the unknown

14 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

You know that weird feeling you get before an event? It's a specific type of anxiety called "anticipation anxiety". The type that comes from anticipat...

What's getting in the way of your happiness?

13 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

How accurate is your Happiness Compass? Probably, not very accurate! This is according to psychologist William Van Gordon, who wrote about happiness i...