The Space
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Those old worries need a stocktake
06 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It is documented that humans have over 70,000 thoughts per day and 98 percent of them we’ve had before. Among those reoccurring thoughts are wor...
What’s in your emotional filing cabinet?
05 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we talk about hoarded thoughts, the memories we store and the criticisms we cling onto. Sometimes we don’t even realise how much...
Set a timer for self-improvement
05 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
How many of us start the week with good intentions and end up not following through? There are so many other things to think about our good intentions...
Do you get nervous taking a day off work?
04 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It’s a public holiday for Easter Monday today – exciting for most, but not good news for everyone. A day off work can cause unnecessary te...
Tip of the week: To-do list bliss
03 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On Sunday’s we like to re-visit or favourite hints and trick from the past week. Today we recap how to optimise your to-do list mindfully. Links...
Slow down, with chocolate
02 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
For a lot of people Easter means chocolate, and lots of it. It’s all fun and game until you feel nauseous from eating too much. How can mindfuln...
Mindfulness in a frame
02 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Did you know you can use your camera phone to boost positivity? It’s all about what you photograph and why. In this episode we talk about how yo...
You can be better than good
01 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
You would think that seeing yourself as good would be a good thing, but the attachment to that label can actually hold us back from being great. How c...
Don't take yourself too seriously
01 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
If you got fooled today, we hope you found it funny. Very few of us like to be embarrassed, but it happens all the time. How can you cope mindfully wh...
Be the mindfulness pusher
31 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
When it comes to mindfulness in relationships it’s common for one person to adopt it before the other. In this episode, we talk about how you ca...
TRIGGERED: How to scroll past triggering posts
31 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We’ve all seen the hashtag trigger warning when it comes to serious events. But what about the more subtle things that trigger us? In this episo...
It's the age of self-promotion
30 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We live in the age of self-promotion whether you’re self-employed or working for someone else. In this episode we talk about how you can reduce ...
Fight your quarter year crisis
30 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
After Christmas and new year the first 3 months of the year roll in like a bulldozer. You blink and it’s Easter! Does it make you feel a little ...
How to manage a logic bully
29 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever encountered a logic bully? Did you know there was such a thing? We share how you can mindfully manage a logic bully in your own life or ...
Be your own freedom seeker
29 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The Jewish festival of Passover has begun — a festival which commemorates the events that led to the freedom and exodus of Egyptian and Jewish s...
That to-do list bliss
28 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The thrill of ticking things off a list is rewarding. It’s a natural high. In this episode we share some hints on how to make your to-do lists m...
Tip of the week: Compassion fatigue is a thing
27 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It’s Sunday! Time to revisit one of our favourite episodes from the past week. Today let’s give another shout out to our frontline workers...
Earth Hour is a mindful practice
26 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Earth Hour is observed around world and originates right here in Australia. For 60 mins at 8:30pm people are encouraged to switch their lights off as ...
Rebuild your friendships
26 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Re-connecting with friends after significant stages in our lives can be difficult. People grow apart, situations change, and we start to realise who w...
Don't miss that near win!
25 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We celebrate our wins, but what about the part before that? Applauding almost reaching your goal can act as fuel to try again and push harder. In this...
Nature is your sleep companion
25 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Where you live can affect your sleep according to a new study. But did you know living on a tree lined street can have a positive effect? The good new...
Go get your inner glow up
24 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Mindfulness is all about subtle changes. Here at The Space we’re all for a confidence booster. In today’s episode we share some tips that ...
Tell your inner critic to STFU
24 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Are you your own worst critic? Do you judge yourself too harshly? It may be so normal you don’t even realise you’re doing it. Let’s ...
The blame game is no fun
23 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We can be quick to point the finger when we’re frustrated or upset. It’s easy to blame someone else when we’re irritated but it actu...
We need to slow down
23 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Being relentlessly ambitious can be addictive and exhausting. You may not realise it until your fast paced life starts to make you feel miserable. In ...
It’s okay to ask for help
22 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Why is it so uncomfortable to ask for help? According to experts naturally we all want to do things independently, in some ways to our detriment. So h...
Dealing with compassion fatigue
22 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It’s been a huge time for front line workers all around the world. Researchers have found that Compassion Fatigue is very real thing and can be ...
Soothe pre-meeting anxiety
21 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
That awful feeling in your stomach you’ve had since last night may well be your worries and your nerves on fire before your meeting at nine am i...
Tip of the week: Kick bad bedroom habits
20 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On Sundays we like to revisit our favourite episode from the past week. Today we go back over some tips to kick our bedtime scrolling habits. For more...
Oh, happy day!
19 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today is International Day of Happiness. As we continue to swim to the surface a global pandemic, we need to find positive ways to look after ourselve...
Give winefulness a go
19 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Would you believe that drinking can be a mindfulness practice? In this episode we take you through a visualisation practice that will transport you th...
Celebrate YOU
18 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It’s about time you make time to celebrate you. Your hard work is commendable, and you deserve a round applause (or a round of margaritas!) Cele...
Make your worries work for you
18 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Not worrying about something can be easier said than done. But worrying can actually remind you to make a positive change or prepare for the future. I...
Don't think about it too much
17 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The idea of meditating can be a bit daunting, especially if you’re someone who has a lot on your mind. But it doesn’t have to be. We want ...
Do you hate-follow?
17 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
You know that feeling when you dislike someone but you still want to know everything about them? You want to stalk them even though you can’t be...
Get the luck of the Irish
16 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Do you feel like luck isn’t on your side? Do you even believe in luck? According to luck expert Tina Seerlig it all comes down to your mindset. ...
Fancy a bedtime scroll?
16 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Imagine not looking at your phone in bed before you go to sleep – can you do it? Set yourself a challenge and see if it changes your sleep quali...
Let's be more awe-full
15 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
As a child you naturally look at things with wonder and fascination. As an adult we can start to lose that perspective. In this episode we share some ...
Memes can be mindful too
15 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
There has to be a way to make one of the most popular forms of online comedic distraction good for us mentally! Well, research shows social media is m...
Ditch the long term plan
14 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Do you have a 5-year plan? Maybe a 10-year plan? That’s great! No plans past next week? That’s great as well. Short-term thinking is said ...
Tip of the week: It's time to recharge
13 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It’s Sunday! Time to revisit some of our favourite tips and tricks from the past week. Today we want to remind you that’s it’s okay ...
Speak your mind wisely
12 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
A lot of us like to share our thoughts, feelings and opinions in conversation and online. But is it always a good thing to share every single thing? I...
Try this in bed
12 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
A 'beditation' is a meditation practiced in the comfort of your bed. We’ll guide you through a simple moment of mindfulness in the morning. A gr...
Trust your 'yes' and 'no'
11 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The fear of making the wrong decision can be paralysing sometimes. We don’t want to upset anyone or be judged. Mindfulness can help us learn to ...
Sing yourself to calmness
11 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Have you heard the saying "sing while you’re winning?" Well, we want you to try to hum when you’re anxious. Speech pathologist Maartje Mon...
Ease up on expecting the worst
10 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It’s easy to dwell on the worst-case scenario. We’re so good at catastrophising, we make jokes around these ideas without even realising i...
Put a filter on your mental images
10 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Images in your head can throw your reality. Some can be great, but some can leave you feeling off balance. How can mindfulness help us take back contr...
Go get your career courage!
09 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
One thing that we should start to realise is that our courage can come and go, especially in our work lives. In this episode we want to encourage you ...
Get your mind off your mind
09 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
A crappy nights sleep can really alter the outcome of your day. Because of this we obsess over sleep trackers to help us improve our quality of sleep....
Embrace a nervous laugh
08 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Did you know there are benefits to laughing when you’re nervous? In this episode we explore how it can be good for you and how to be mindful whe...
Give yourself time to recharge
08 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today is International Women’s Day and the theme is Choose to Challenge. After the year that 2020 was, it’s important we stand together. W...
Hey ladies, today is for you!
07 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Happy International Women’s Day! The theme for this year is Choose to Challenge. A challenged world is an alert world and from challenge comes c...
Tip of the week: GTFO of that job
06 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On Sunday’s we like to revisit some of our favourite tips and tricks from the week. Today let’s recap the benefits of mindfully quitting a...
A beginner’s guide to visualisation
05 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today we’re going to break down a basic part of mindfulness. Visualisation. We kind of know what it’s about. Thinking nice ...
Lean in to heartbreak
05 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This morning we shared a tip for self-acceptance, how to stop judging, remove bias and spread kindness. Tonight we’re tackling the other end of ...
It’s all love baby!
04 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It’s Mardi Gras weekend in Sydney. It’s a celebration of diversity, passion and pride. Both of today’s episodes are themed around lo...
Quit with your head held high
04 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Have you thought about quitting your job this year? If you have — you’re not alone. So if you are going to make this decision, how can you...
Is it helping or hurting?
03 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
When you feel anxiety rising pause and ask yourself this question: Is this useful? Often anxiety is not very useful, so how can we decide what is wort...
It’s okay to be clueless
03 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Do you ever feel like there is too much coming at you? It could be too much news. Too much Information. Too many Notifications. Too much small talk. I...
Don’t tell me how to feel
02 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever been in a really good mood — until someone says you’re not. Have you ever woken up really happy — until someone says y...
Adults have nightmares too
02 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Do you ever get nightmares? It’s something we talk about with children, but things go bump in the night for grownups too. Nightmares in adults c...
Call it out, kindly
01 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Do you ever feel like a negative thought has too much energy? A worry is stuck in your head and it just won’t stop looping. It’s called ru...
Winter is coming
01 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
If you live in the Southern Hemisphere then we’re sorry to tell you. Now that it’s March we’re officially into Autumn. We can’...
Give as good as you get
28 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It’s World Compliment Day. YUP it’s a thing. Created be a professor in the Netherlands the goal was to see if filling the world with compl...
Tip of the week: Take a shower in the dark
27 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On Sunday’s we like to revisit some of our favourite tips and tricks from the week. Today let’s recap the benefits of turning off the ligh...
Mindless mindfulness
26 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Here at The Space we believe that mindfulness shouldn’t be a chore. We’re here to guide you with simple tricks and tips that will hopefull...
Let go of your embarrassment
26 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Embarrassment has a way of lingering around like a bad smell. Sometimes it’s hard to deodorise. If we laugh at ourselves for doing something rid...
How to get away with doing the most
25 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Where does time go? There’s always so much to do! When we have so much on our minds it can be hard to be present. Although we’re very much...
A movement meditation
25 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Research shows mindfulness may reduce stress and anxiety levels in children. It might seem like kids and meditation are an impossible mix but if you i...
Think outside the square
24 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
There’s two sides to every story. There’s also two sides to every Instagram post of a new born baby, a new business opening or that brand ...
Shower in the dark
24 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Feeling a little overstimulated from a non-stop week? We’ve found a cool trick that may help ease those jittery feels. Wellness author Jodi Chap...
Do you have email apnea?
23 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Email apnea, it’s a thing. You may not know you have it until now, but because it happens when we’re awake, unlike sleep apnea, there are ...
The 29 minute difference
23 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We know that eight hours of sleep is ideal for maximum rest and restoration. But did you know that your sleep quota also depends on your age? There&rs...
Blame it on the sunshine
22 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
A change in the weather is actually something to talk about, it affects more than we think! A study has found the behaviour of children can predict an...
Thank your body
22 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It may feel rewarding to leave a gym session huffing and puffing but our bodies do need time to cool down and recharge. Next time you finish your last...
Your Monday post is powerful
21 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Did you know you can set the vibe of your whole week with your Monday morning social media post? How would you like your week to start? Add some extra...
Tip of the week: How to cope with health anxiety
20 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On Sunday’s we like to revisit some of our favourite tips and tricks from the week. Today let’s recap how to manage feeling anxious about ...
A purposeful nap
19 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Research shows that napping is not only great for your body but your mind as well. There are actually many benefits that a simple nap can bring. We ha...
Laugh in a place you've cried
19 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Do you ever feel some type of way when you’re in a specific place, building or even city? This is known as place attachment. In this episode we ...
Working on a work-life balance
18 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
For many the working day has changed since Covid. We're working remotely with flexible hours or have had our working week cut down from five days to f...
It's OK to feel jealous
18 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The number of babies born each year continues to increase. To some it may seem like pregnant woman are everywhere you look. It can be especially hard ...
Coping with health anxiety
17 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Our health is important to us so it’s easy to obsess over it - especially with the pandemic recently riddling our environments. Obsessions can t...
The perfect comeback
17 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We don’t always say what we really mean in arguments. It’s heated, emotions are all over the place and it can be hard to think clearly whe...
Double trouble
16 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
When the problems in your day are building up one after the other, sometimes you may feel like the light at the end of the tunnel is pretty far away. ...
The 4-7-8 technique
16 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We’re big fans of sleep here at The Space, and we love to talk about it. In this episode we have a breathing technique that will help guide you ...
Flip it and forgive it
15 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Pancake day or Shrove Tuesday is a tradition celebrated around the world, where pancakes are devoured to mark the last day before lent. We thought thi...
A meal prep meditation
15 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Planning your weeks’ worth of food has many benefits. It leads to a more organised week in terms of what you eat and it can also help with your ...
Do the next right thing
14 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Sometimes the path from point A to point B isn’t very clear making it difficult to plan your next move. When you hit a road block and don’...
Tip of the week: Question your fears
13 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It’s Sunday! Time to revisit some of our favourite tips and tricks from the week. Today we go over how we can stop our fears from dictating our ...
Table for one please...
12 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It’s Valentine’s day tomorrow — for some it’s a day of love and connection and for other’s it can shine a harsh light on...
Sometimes no plans are the best plans
12 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
How do you follow up an epic weekend? You know the feeling: last weekend was exceptional. Everything went your way. You did your f...
I should be so lucky
11 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Do you believe that you’re lucky? Don’t be too quick to dismiss it. According to research believing you’re lucky...
Holiday at home
11 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Do you feel like your best self on holiday? If the answer is yes you’re not alone. For a lot of people their holiday se...
Compost crappy feelings
10 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Do you ever wish you could chuck out crap feelings? Wouldn’t that be fantastic? Stress. Tension. Jealousy. Anger. Stick them in t...
The million dollar question...
10 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
How can we stop our fears from dictating our actions? It’s the million dollar question — because we all do it. In this epis...
After the storm
09 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Do you ever feel like you’re at the centre of an emotional storm? When something happens and you immediately feel unstable or uncertai...
Let’s be realistic
09 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We all know our gadgets can affect our sleep if we don’t have boundaries. One in three people check their phone during the night. We c...
Take the WTF out of WFH
08 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Since COVID-19 the letters WFH have taken on a new significance. A lot of us are still working from home. It saves us time but it ...
Know when to walk away
08 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
One thing that can really derail your week is an argument. You survived Monday. You’re feeling pretty good about it. Then you walk int...
It’s time we talk about journaling
07 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We’ve avoided talking about journaling on this podcast. You might not want to hear it but the research shows journaling can be&nb...