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Tip of the week: An emotionally healthy sickie
06 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 chucking a sickie, mindfully. For more on thi...
You have to start somewhere
05 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We love a good movie like montage. We admire the determination and you can see and feel the drive to succeed. Now let’s try and apply this movie...
Use your nervous energy
05 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Some stress or anxiety can help us to perform better. But when the pressure gets too much it can turn us into a total puddle. According to Doctor Cate...
You are not your mistakes
04 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We’re not our best selves all the time. If we were we’d be EXHAUSTED. So how can mindfulness help us to forgive ourselves when we make mis...
The power of one deep breath
04 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Sometimes we underestimate the importance of focusing on our breathing. Especially when we want to feel calm. In this episode we practice a breathing ...
Are you busy but bored?
03 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We’re all about being okay with being bored. But there’s another kind of boredom that we all experience. Here’s an easy way to overc...
Sweet dreams are made of these
03 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
You know the feeling when you’ve just entered deep sleep mode and your brand-new puppy howls a little bit louder, your toddler needs a cuddle or...
Make medicating mindful
02 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Millions of people take medication regularly for all sorts of things. Drawing on our theme of good habits, in this episode we’ve got some tips t...
Pillow talk
02 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Falling asleep easily can be challenging for most, even if you’re not sleeping alone. We’ve got some tricks you can try next time you and ...
Scale it down
01 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Have you been feeling less motivated this new year compared to last? Experts say the pandemic has played a role in lowering our excitement for startin...
Practice makes better
01 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Life can get away from you. Sometimes it’s hard to catch up. Even three minutes a day can seem impossible. This is where mindfulness comes in ha...
Let's just be honest, with ourselves
31 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
How easy it for you to call in sick? According to statistics the first Monday in February is a popular day to chuck a sickie. But why is it so difficu...
Tip of the week: Habit stacking 101
30 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Every Sunday we revisit some of our favourite tips and tricks from the week. Today let’s revisit a trick that increases our good habits. For mor...
Be content with being bored
29 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Is it hard for you to be comfortable with having nothing to do? According to human connection scientist Ali Walker feeling bored is us trying to proce...
Defuse yourself from your conclusions
29 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Experts say we fuse to our thoughts when we jump to conclusions. Putting some distance between ourselves and our assumptions helps us to assess situat...
Reality check your friendships
28 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Breaking up with a friend can be heavy. Sometimes you need to have clear boundaries for yourself on what is a good friendship and what isn’t. Yo...
Clock off and clock out
28 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
When work is taking over and all you do is work and sleep on autopilot there needs to be a divide. We here to encourage a declaration to the end of yo...
A simple trick to make a habit stick
27 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
A great way to build a new habit is to attach it to an old one. Something that you do every day or all the time. It’s called habit stacking and ...
Normalise insecurity
27 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Do you find yourself feeling low in self-esteem and full of self-doubt? We’ve spoken about imposter syndrome on this podcast before which can st...
A minimalist mentality
26 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We’re conditioned to think that packing a tonne of activities or tasks into one day is the way to go, because we always have so much to do! We c...
Take time to be emotional
26 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We’ve spoken about taking time out to have an empty day, but what about those times when you’re feeling physically empty? When your emotio...
Mind the traffic
25 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
With everyone staying local for the holidays there are more cars on the road than usual, especially on weekends and public holidays. Being stuck in tr...
The importance of listening
25 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
When was the last time you had a heated argument? It actually makes your temperature doesn't it? Here at The Space we are working towards a less stres...
An empty day is OK
24 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Why aren’t we OK when we have a day full of nothing? We’re so overworked it’s become routine, systematic or normal to have a million...
Tip of the week: What do you do in bed?
23 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Every Sunday we revisit some of our favourite tips and tricks from the week. Today we’re talking how to be more mindful in the bedroom. &n...
Is everyone just pissing you off?
22 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
For a lot of people — especially parents — weekends can be the fun but frantic. There’s no time for rest or relaxation. Ev...
Cheers! To your liver
22 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we’re going to talk about the benefits of not taking your body for granted. Especially when you don’t treat your body...
Winner winner chicken dinner
21 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It might sound like an easy command — just celebrate! But a lot of us can struggle to celebrate our own achievements. Whether it&rsquo...
Future nostalgia
21 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight we’re going to talk about Throwback Thursday. Whether you’re into it or not, it’s become part of our vocabulary.&n...
Does life actually need purpose?
20 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
These days everyone is talking about purpose. How to find your purpose. How to live your purpose. How to fulfil your purpose. It can all feel like a l...
The one thing you need to do in bed
20 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
One thing we could all benefit from is a good night’s sleep. One way we can do this is to get more present in the bedroom. In this episode ...
Mo money, mo problems?
19 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Talking about money with our friends can be very uncomfortable. That divide of the haves and have-nots! It’s okay if that makes you fe...
Are you still watching?
19 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Gone are the days of waiting a whole week for the next episode of a TV show. Today we can keep scrolling. We can keep clicking. We can keep binge...
Get with the times (new roman)
18 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This is for you if: You suffer from writer’s block. You struggle to concentrate at work or at Uni. You hate having to double chec...
All or nothing thinking
18 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight we’re going to talk about ’All or Nothing thinking’. What is it, the downsides and how you can stop yourself from ...
Big pitch energy
17 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We all have to pitch at some point in our lives, even if you don’t work in a sales role. Mindfulness can help you go in with a cl...
Tip of the week: Mindful masturbation
16 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Every Sunday we revisit some of our favourite tips and tricks from the week. Today we’re talking how to be mindful when masturbating.  ...
Dive in head first
15 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today we’re talking courage. How to dive into a scary situation with boldness, enthusiasm and even excitement. We’re calling it ...
Whatcha doing Friday night?
15 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Friday night is a time for rest, play and indulgence. The night we kick back, rock out or lay under a blanket and stare at a screen. But what if it is...
OMG! That is not a flattering photo
14 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
So, you’ve been out with your mates and you get home to see that you’ve been tagged in a picture on Facebook... And the picture is NOT fla...
Ask yourself this one question
14 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
When it comes to decision-making one question is effective: Is what I’m doing helping or harming me? For more on this episode and to ...
To chop or not...
13 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Should you really change your hair in a crisis? If you’re someone whose hacked a fringe after a break up, the answer might s...
To meditate or masturbate?
13 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight we’re going to talk about mindful masturbation.It’s a mindfulness tip you might not see coming... No pun inten...
Befriend your stress
12 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Stress can leave us feeling anxious, with a pounding heart, breathing faster and breaking out into a sweat. But what would happen if you retrained the...
Ouch! My ego is bruised!
12 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
An emotional injury that can really slow us down is a bruised ego. If an experience bruises your ego, it upsets you because i...
Find your flow
11 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
What’s the difference between the way we work and flow? Flow is the mental state of being completely present and fully immersed in a task, and i...
Ease those emotional jitters
11 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Stress can act like a shot of espresso. In the short-term our fight or flight response makes us take action. We’re energised, foc...
Chill! I’ve got it under control!
10 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We’ve all heard the saying: focus on what you can control in life. But what does that really mean in the real world? And how can we&nb...
Tip of the week: Trust your progress
09 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It’s Sunday! Time for our favourite tip of the week. This one is all about trusting your progress and not working yourself into the ground. ...
Game on!
08 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Gamers - this one is for you! In this episode we discuss a mindfulness technique that uses the idea of creating your own computer game character in yo...
Highlight reel... or real?
08 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this era of social media we’re all familiar with the term: highlight reel. Instagram captures the best bits of our lives. ...
Dress for the feelings you want
07 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
These days a lot of us are working from home, and let’s face it – we dress down every day. Our entire work wardrobe is yoga pants and...
Balancing your emotional bank account
07 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight we’re going to talk about a super simple concept. How to balance your emotional bank account. The idea of an emotional ba...
Take your foot off the gas
06 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Do you ever have those stints when you’re working so hard, but all you can do is doubt yourself. When you’re slogging throu...
Easy as 1,2,3!
06 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Space, we talk about the three little words you can use to transform your anxiety. According to research this phrase can reduce...
Stop sabotaging your happiness
05 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Do you fear happiness? It might sound like an odd question but it’s more common than we think. It can be hard to relax when things are...
The soothing sound of snoring
05 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Do you live with a snorer? It may be impacting your sleep and your sex life in a not so positive way. We have a technique in this episode to lean into...
Wait... my phone can reduce stress?
04 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Everyday life can get pretty hectic, but you can actually use your phone to help bring some calm. In this episode we talk about turning your ring tone...
Give unexplained anxiety the boot
04 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Is there anything more annoying than feeling anxious and unsettled, and having no idea why you feel that way? Most of us are proactive creatures,...
Let's get sh*t done
03 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Job hunting isn’t always the most pleasant of experiences, especially with COVID making everything more difficult. Jobs are being lost, hours ar...
Tip of the week: Dealing with life update anxiety
02 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It’s the first Sunday of the new year and every Sunday we revisit some of our fave tips and tricks from the week. Today let’s go over how ...
Shop from your gut, not your feed
01 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Sale sale SALE! Does this excite you? It’s meant to. Do you shop because there’s a sale or because you’ve had this item on your wish...
Coping with what-if's
01 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Every new year comes with a level of uncertainty. We don’t know what the future of 2021 will bring, and we’re all holding a bit of last ye...
Not today new year's resolutions!
31 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Ready, set, GO! It’s the first day of the new year which naturally brings new beginnings and resolutions. It also comes with added pressures to ...
Stay thankful
31 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
It’s new year’s eve! A time for reflection and celebration. We’re all about positivity and gratitude here but not without acknowledg...
2020, we love to leave it behind
30 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This new year more than ever we’re collectively ready for a fresh start. And with 2021 around the corner we eagerly bid farewell a uniquely chal...
Looking for a date this NYE?
30 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
There’s always so much pressure to have the most amazing time every year on New Year’s Eve. Snagging a smooch is normally at the top of th...
Ease life update angst
29 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Catching up with people we haven’t seen all year can be a lot sometimes. Answering questions that we haven’t had a chance to ask ourselves...
Drive your sex back into gear
29 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
If pandemic worry hasn’t affected your desire to do it, then run for the hills. The stress of COVID-19 squashed into your bedroom office with yo...
Half a minute could change your mood
28 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Holidays can feel busier than workdays sometimes. It can be hard to find time to slow down and be present. We want to introduce you to some meditation...
Catch sad feelings then chuck ‘em
28 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Emotions are contagious. Have you ever felt angry or sad after talking to an upset friend? In a world of hanny sanny and face masks this evening&rsquo...
Embrace a no-plan plan
27 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Feeling uneasy about not having any plans is normal for some people, especially during holiday season. All you can see on social media is your friends...
Tip of the week: Coping with the busiest time of the year
26 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
It’s Sunday! Time for our favourite tip of the week. The holiday period can be the busiest time of the year, and our schedules can get very...
You got the love
25 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
However you commemorate the day after Christmas, we want to make it a little more chill and a little more grateful. Research mentioned...
SOS! Christmas is all too much!
25 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
As Christmas Day begins to wind down, we’re here to offer you a timely tip: How to cope with Sensory Overload. For more o...
Christmas can be hard
24 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
But let’s be honest, Christmas Day can take an emotional toll, even if you’ve been looking forward to it for weeks. So how can we take awa...
Ice ice, baby!
24 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We’re sure you have places to be, people to Zoom, mince pies to eat. So today’s episode is a rapid way to ease social anxiety. For m...
OK but, Christmas is expensive AF
23 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Spending anxiety is very real. So how can we stop it eating up our Christmas spirit? We’ve got a few easy tips to ease the stress of festiv...
Been naughty?
23 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Are you on the naughty or nice list this year? When it comes to adults we can have our own naughty list, full of grudges we won’t...
Stop fighting! It’s Christmas!
22 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Today we’re going to talk about Christmas conflict. It’s not very cheerful but it’s true. One survey found that three-quar...
Merry Christmas, Love Corona
22 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
There’s no denying it: this is not Christmas as normal, and we’re starting to feel it... Our emotional wellbeing is taking a knock as we h...
Coping with a change of plans
21 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Has a change in plans got you seizing up? This is the time of year where our schedules can get VERY disrupted. Cancellations. Changed minds. And in 20...
Make friends with your ‘Facebook Memories’
21 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
You’ve got to love Facebook Memories. They give us a glimpse into our past. But there is a downside. It can be easy to fall into a trap of&...
Flat-pack your mind
20 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
When we make or do something for ourselves, we value it more due to the time and effort we have put into it. It’s called the Ikea Effect. So wha...
Tip of the week: Swimsuit shopping without self-doubt
19 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
It’s Sunday! Time for our favourite tip of the week – every body is a bikini body so here’s how to swimsuit shop without your inner ...
A meditation easy as child's play
18 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
End of year holidays are a highlight for kids and parents alike. More time spent with the family, more beach days, more food, so much more to do! In t...
A calming hint for Hanukkah
18 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
WE MADE IT! This calls for celebration. As the silly season starts to warm up, we’d like to guide you in to a mindful meditation that utilises a...
How to cope during wedding season
17 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
It’s always wedding season. Everybody enjoys a beautiful celebration of love. Planning this celebration can be stressful for both the bride and ...
Is lack of sleep cramping your self-esteem?
17 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Studies show one in three Australians aren’t getting enough sleep. And lack of sleep can influence our optimism and self-esteem. We’ve fou...
How to fight festive fizzle-out
16 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
December is manic – in every way. Family gatherings, school holidays, end of year deadlines, summer rain. The lead up to it all can be like a sp...
Big fight energy: should you sleep on it?
16 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We’ve heard that it’s not great for your relationship if you go to bed with unsolved arguments, so we try to avoid. But what if we can&rsq...
Get your brain ready for beach season
15 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Is swimsuit shopping your worst nightmare? For many of us it’s either delayed until next summer or avoided all together. Online or in-store look...
Who's laughing now
15 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We are ashamed of being laughed at, and shame can stop us from doing the things that make us happy. There’s a secret to overcoming those uncomfo...
Take the time to be curious
14 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
When was the last time you actually explored your curiosity? Studies show a lot of benefits to being curious, including increased levels of happiness!...
Do you ever have the urge?
14 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
An urge can work for you or against you. Defined as a strong impulse or desire, it can go both ways. We have a technique that prompts you to check-in ...
Live life without discounts
13 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
On Mondays our theme is LET'S DO THIS! This week we want to encourage you to ‘pay full price’ on your regular everyday activities. Less mu...
Tip of the week: Your resting bitch face is ok
12 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Happy Sunday! Today’s episode is a look back at our favourite mindfulness practise of the week: A guide to being more aware of what your face is...
Easing the stress of house hunting
11 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Finding a new home can be a pretty full on experience. Saturday is the day when all those signs pop up around your neighbourhood. ...
Say hell no to social anxiety
11 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
For some of us our 'Fear Of Missing Out' has turned into a 'Joy Of Missing Out'. Staying at home in your comfy clothes can feel a little more appealin...
Stop scrolling into a pit of despair
10 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Social media is a constant part of modern life. But doom-scrolling doesn’t have to be. In this episode we discuss ways to be more thou...