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A breathing meditation for anxiety
25 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Breathing is one of the foundations of mindful practices. We’ve got a dead easy one for you to try when you’re feeling anxious and unsettl...
How are you REALLY feeling?
24 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We’re asked how we’re feeling so many times a day. How much thought do you put into the answer? How you describe yourself can have a real ...
WTF is "Rest Deprivation"
24 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Getting enough sleep is important, but it's only one part of a much larger spectrum of resetting. Rest is about resetting your body. We've got 4 areas...
Getting closer to your fears
23 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We want to talk about embracing the stuff that scares you, and still staying positive. We don’t want you to ignore any shit storms brewing on th...
A meditation for tired and sore eyes
23 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In mindfulness circles your eyes are linked to inner tension. We're constantly looking ahead for something more we can grasp, buy, or accomplish. Ever...
Same shit different day? Try this
22 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Trying new things forces us to be present. Scientists have found links between happiness and learning new things. So this week we want you to try any ...
Setting goals is all about how you feel
22 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Taking time to set your goals can give you a luscious clarity about your decision making. But it can be really bloody overwhelming… So we&rsquo...
My inbox is freaking me out SEND HELP!
21 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The average person spends 28 per cent of the work day reading and replying to emails. Anh hoooo boy that can make ya feel overwhelmed. We've got a min...
Top Tip: Progessive muscle relaxation for sleep
20 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Stuck alert and staring at the ceiling? Are you tense" One of the body's reactions to anxiety is muscle tension. Progressive muscle relaxation involve...
Water meditations for stress
19 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The healing power of water isn't just for kids. There's a whole series of mindfulness techniques which use water as their core component. Here are som...
Untangling your thoughts from your feelings
19 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Let's explore a mindfulness technique called 'Defusion'. The idea is that you can acknowledge your negative thoughts but try to change how you interac...
It's okay to feel jealous
18 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Not matter how good our lives get, we can still feel conflicted when we hear about other people’s wins. We’ve got a meditation called "Cel...
A lightbulb moment for gratitude
18 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Doing normal everyday tasks intentionally is a core principle of mindfulness. So something as simple as turning on a light switch when we enter a room...
How often do you unlock your phone?
17 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
How many times a day do you unlock your phone just to put it back down again. What if you were to change your lock-screen image to a mindfulness promp...
But I have NOTHING TO WEAR!!!
17 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
There are so many decisions we make every day. Research says it could be the reason we’re exhausted come bedtime. There’s ONE decision you...
Surviving uncomfortable conversations
16 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
If you need to have an uncomfortable chat or tackle a difficult topic, how can you be your best self during it? We're taking advice from renowned rela...
A whole body relaxation to help you sleep
16 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Stuck alert and staring at the ceiling? Are you tense? One of the body’s reactions to anxiety is muscle tension. Progressive muscle relaxation i...
Feeling anxious? Shake it off... Literally!
15 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
If you're feeling anxious, there's research suggesting a way to feel more calm it to literally shake your body! There’s even evidence that after...
Are you caught up in what "might have been"?
15 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Counterfactual thinking involves thinking about things that MIGHT have been. There are two ways to counterfactually thing; downward counterfactuals &n...
Let's revisit your boundaries
14 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Our work-life balance is all over the place. The truth is, we’re all out of practise. The more you set boundaries, the easier it feels. Better s...
Top Tip: Stop hoarding your annual leave
13 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Workers have been putting off taking annual leave during the pandemic. The thing is, lockdown leave is important. Even MORE important than usual. So, ...
Kindness for when you CBF
12 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It's World Kindness Day! World Kindness Day calls us all the join the Random Acts of Kindness Movement. The problem is... we're tired! Being kind can ...
Yup even Happy Hour can be mindful
12 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It's National Happy Hour Day. And whether you're able to go to a pub or not you can still tap into the soothing powers of Happy Hour. Most specificall...
Jump-starting friendships after lockdown
11 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
After a year of pandemic restrictions and Zoom fatigue, it's natural some friendships have fizzled. But that doesn't mean it has to be the end of them...
A cooling meditation for sleep
11 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Research has found that a cooler bedroom helps us to sleep more soundly. A sweet 18.3 degrees centigrade is the key. What if your fan is already on th...
3 small moments for an awesome life
10 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
After years of running the award-winning blog 1000 Awesome Things, Author Neil Pasricha noticed there was a common thread to his success; the 3 A's of...
A meditation for better dreams
10 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Are you a stress head in bed? You go to bed wanting to escape your worries, but they follow you into your nightmares. There are 3 categories which rea...
The secret benefit to a moody co-worker
09 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Who is the MOODIEST co-worker in your team? It turns out a mixture of positive and negative energies could be the key to an A-team. Researchers from t...
Doom-scrolling without feeling like sh!t
09 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Are you scrolling right now? Don't worry, we won’t be offended…. Much! It’s that time of night, when we get lost in a social media ...
How to recycle your feelings
08 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It's National Recycling Week - an annual event to raise awareness of reducing, reusing and recycling. What does that have to do with mindfulness? Well...
Are you stuck in a sleep-anxiety cycle?
08 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Our body's response to anxiety is to produce hormones like adrenaline and cortisol. Often just the thought of missing out on sleep can lead to incredi...
Go on, take your annual leave
07 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Workers have been putting off taking annual leave during the pandemic. The thing is, lockdown leave is important. Even MORE important than usual. How ...
Top Tip: How to live a meaningful life
06 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It’s a VAST topic the 'ol "meaning of life" chat. There are few mistakes we make when we think about it. We're exploring ideas proposed by Profe...
When life gives you lemons, take a walk on the wild side
05 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Has life ever dealt you a "wild card"? You're wandering through life, minding your own business, when a wild card is delivered right into your lap; an...
How to have better sex using mindfulness
05 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Research shows that simple mindfulness techniques can increase sexual arousal, lessen physical pain, create a deeper connection and boost body confide...
Is COVID comparison killing your joy?
04 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Anyone who's been stuck in lockdown for an extended period of time has probably experienced a bit of 'comparisonitis', says The Black Dog Institute. T...
A meditation to stay grounded from Jay Shetty
04 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Do you ever feel TINY compared to the world’s issues? 2021 has felt like a collapsing Jenga tower. The pandemic. Climate change. The situation i...
Second-Hand Anxiety is a very real thing!
03 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Second hand anxiety refers to the way emotions spread, especially between people in close contact. Like, your partner comes home from the office feeli...
Are you afraid of change?
03 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Even if you've thrived through change in the past, the last year might have reduced your resilience. We're using the words of author Karen Salmansohn ...
How to stop taking stress home
02 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Let’s talk about your work stress. How often do you find your work stress oozing into your home life, and even weekend? This stress spill over e...
Are you numb from the news?
02 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
According to experts, numbness is a common response to trauma. And, there’s no denying that 2021 has been traumatic! We've got tips for how to n...
Let's talk anxiety, stress, and coping
01 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
You can have ALL the help and support in the world, but if you don’t THINK you do, you’re going to feel stressed and overwhelmed. Likewise...
What gives your life meaning?
01 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It's a VAST topic the 'ol "meaning of life" chat. There are few mistakes we make when we think about it. We're exploring ideas proposed by Professor I...
A morning breath meditation
31 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Forget morning breath! Do this breathing exercise to get your day started and feel energised. LINKS ‘Wake up happy and energised with this 5-m...
Top Tip: I'm afraid of talking about my mental health
30 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
As a society we're becoming more comfortable with talking about our mental health. We're learning that we don't have to just say "we're fine" when we&...
A pre-event checklist for nerves
29 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
A checklist is different to a to-do list. On a to-do list, you write stuff down in any order but a checklist takes you through tasks, chronologically....
The secret to watching scary movies
29 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It's Halloween weekend and even if you’re not into trick or treating your Netflix feed will be full of blood, gore and vintage Drew Barrymore. T...
The COVID-19 guilt no one is talking about
28 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Let's explore COVID-19 shame. Research has found that in addition to the terrible physical aspects of the virus, those who contract it feel a hefty do...
What do you wear to bed?
28 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Pyjamas, nightdresses and even special t-shirts send a sleep-friendly message to our bodies that it’s time to shut down! So stop wearing your ol...
3 things to try when you're worried
27 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We’ve got three simple tips for when you’re feeling worried – all inspired by Tammi Kirkness’ book The Panic Button Book For K...
Stop texting on the toilet
27 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
When was the last time you pooped alone? We’re not talking about a person here…. We’re talking about your smart phone. Apart from t...
Are you pretending to be happy?
26 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Is happiness a role you're playing, instead of actually feeling happy? It's a concept Eckhart Tolle explores in his book A New Earth. In many cases, h...
Do it like they do on the Discovery Channel
26 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Do you know that WATCHING nature can also boost your happiness? We’re going to take you through some of the research and inspire you to stop and...
Finding creativity while we're apart
25 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The pandemic has caused a creative crisis, according to experts. It’s not that we don’t have good ideas. It’s that we’ve got n...
Dear diary: I'm scared of oversharing
25 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
As a society we're becoming more comfortable with talking about our mental health. We're learning that we don’t have to just say "we're fine" wh...
Stop trying to do it ALL
24 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The lifespan for the average human is 4000 weeks. Doesn't THAT hit like a bucket of cold water. Author Oliver Burkeman argues that we're so conscious ...
Top Tip: Frustrated? Try a One Word Rant
23 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
If something is giving you the UTTER shits, we’re going to teach you a tip from vocal leadership expert Tina Dietz called the One Word Rant. We ...
Go to bed when you're tired (duh!)
22 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Nobody seems to sleep past 7am anymore, so we're here to start a new sleep-saving movement. What if we all went to bed earlier this weekend. LINKS F...
It's okay to be boring
22 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever been asked “why can’t you be more fun?!” It could be from your kids, your co-workers on a night out, maybe a mate if y...
A better way to scroll
21 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
When you scroll do you feel a little less whole? It’s easy to get caught up in the "scrolling = bad". But we’re going to use some advice f...
Wash your day away
21 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We've talked in the past about habit stacking; so we’re going one step further. Let's use that many-times-a-day-ritual of hand washing to take a...
"Can we talk" anxiety is VERY real (and how to overcome it)
20 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
You have a missed call and a follow up text .... "call me back". Suddenly your body goes into fight or flight mode. We put off calling them back and t...
Why are we obsessed with bad news?
20 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Do you ever worry you’re not going to hear the latest news before anyone else? Does it sting a little if a colleague utters that dreadful phrase...
Do you have the WFH blues?
19 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today we’re talking about the Work From Home Blues. And how giving yourself the “illusion of control” can help you to stay on top of...
What if you deleted all your emails?
19 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
If your inbox gives you anxiety, it might be time to declare email bankruptcy. Does your inbox just seem to fill up with emails you were going to repl...
Why is making friends SO HARD
18 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Making friends as an adult is scary AF. Here's a friendship pep talk for when you’re feeling overwhelmed and freaking out about meeting new peop...
One word to solve your problems
18 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
If something is giving you the UTTER shits, we’re going to teach you a tip from vocal leadership expert Tina Dietz called the One Word Rant. We ...
A mental health day IS a sick day!
17 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Are you struggling to get your week going? If you’re feeling depleted, defeated, and you don’t have the strength to log on and do business...
Top Tip: Coping with bitches at work
16 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Around 10% of Australian employees admit to being bullied at work. But then there's the grey area of people who aren't quite bullying you but can stil...
Let's talk about "sleep debt"
15 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Sleep debt is the difference between the sleep we GET and what we actually NEED. For example, if your body needs eight hours of sleep per night, but y...
WTF is a "Ta-Da" list?
15 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Do you have trouble switching off at the end of the day? Author Briony Benjamin has a neat trick called a "ta-da" list – it could be the secret ...
Look how far you've come!
14 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It's our birthday! We're so grateful and thankful you’re listening to our little show. So in this episode we’re going to talk about how to...
How to stop losing your sh*t
14 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We’ve heard from a lot of listeners that ever since lockdown their volume has escalated. The problem is, yelling is a habit, just like everythin...
No more distractions. Let's go for a walk!
13 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
When was the last time you JUST walked somewhere? Without doing ANYTHING else, and we’re not just talking about the bathroom. According to...
Could your neighbours be good for your health?
13 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Nothing is really private in an apartment block. We don’t care if our neighbours hear us yelling or having sex. It’s time to tear down tho...
Balancing stress and expectations
12 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Think about the time you feel the MOST negative. Does it line up with feelings of being overwhelmed. If the answer is yes, you’re not alone. Res...
Want a great day? It all starts in bed
12 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The way we get up out of bed can really set up our day – and most of us could do it more mindfully. It's easy to just switch on autopilot and th...
A fashion-icon's secret to a great day
11 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In Diane von Furstenburg's book ‘Own It Now’ she shares her secrets to life – and we're obsessed. We’re sharing our favourites...
Alright I need a pep talk
11 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
'Playing what's in front of you' is a tip used by sports players. It means leaving your baggage on the side, being present and reacting to the situati...
Bullying or bad vibes? Coping with office drama
10 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Around 10% of Australian employees admit to being bullied at work. But then there's the grey area of people who aren't quite bullying you but can stil...
Top Tip: Your alarm can change your whole day
09 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
What is your alarm clock trying to tell you? What if we told you there’s a simple way to make it a little less…. Aggressive. It could eve...
If you're waiting for a sign to get help, this is it
08 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is an important one and we hope it reaches the right people. We've been there. All of the people who work on this show have been there. W...
Why does wine make me cry?
08 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Do you ever think you’re doing fine, then suddenly after a few wines with your mates you’re bawling your eyes out in the Uber home? This e...
How to let go of that mistake
07 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We can all be "a bit of a drag" sometimes. In fact, sometimes we end our week like a sleigh dog. Pulling an entire SHED LOAD of shit behind us. So, ho...
The secret to being a great friend
07 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Are you holding yourself back from having genuine connections with the people around you? We’re going to explore this with inspo from mental hea...
Here's why you cry during arguments
06 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In many ways, tears are a natural response to a high stress moment. We’re here to tell you to STOP being so hard on yourself. There’...
Taking the heat out of yelling
06 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
If you’ve seen a shift since the pandemic, you’re not alone in your VOLUME. Across the country — and the world — there are &ld...
Have you got vaccine FOMO?
05 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We know ALL about vaccine judgement and how it can divide people. Well, this is the OTHER side of the equation. It is possible to view those who get t...
Feeling like garbage? Change your sheets!
05 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Research shows that clean sheets improve sleep. And they can help our romantic lives too. A study by the US National Sleep Foundation found ...
Why do we pace when we're thinking?
04 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Are you the kind of person who could wear a hole in the floor during every phone chat? There’s research that suggests phone pacing is pretty nat...
What's your alarm trying to tell you?
04 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
What is your alarm clock trying to tell you? What if we told you there’s a simple way to make it a little less…. Aggressive. It could eve...
How to disagree without losing your shit
03 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Whether you have an opinion about the pandemic. Or whether the latest TikTok recipe is a fad or a triumph. How can you disagree productively — a...
Top Tip: Let's talk about spectator sex
02 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We’re talking about "spectator sex." Not ACTUALLY watching yourself. But being HYPER-aware of how you look or feel to the other person present. ...
A space adventure meditation for kids!
01 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is made with kids in mind! A mini-mindfulness meditation for the little people in your life. Heck you may even get 6 minutes of them bein...
Feeling socially awkward isn't all bad
01 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Why does everyone think being socially awkward is a BAD thing? We think that’s bullshit. Let’s teach you how to embrace your awkwardness &...
A double shot of mindfulness pls!
30 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Coffee is a connector, a conversation starter, a culture builder and sometimes even a relationship mender. Of course, it comes down to how and where w...
What do you think about during sex?
30 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We're talking about "spectator sex". Not ACTUALLY watching yourself. But being HYPER-aware of how you look or feel to the other person present. When w...
Try "Futuresteading" for an utterly wonderful life
29 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
If thinking about your future during these increasingly “unprecedented times” we want to help you feel less anxious about it all. We&rsquo...
How to feel good about taking a day off
29 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Hands up if you’re feeling drained. A LOT drained. We’re pretty poor at taking downtime. It's why MOST people have a bunch of annual leave...
I'm so SICK of living in the now
28 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Mindfulness is all about living in the moment. But the pandemic is an interesting time to be “in the now.” We can’t plan holidays. W...