The Space
Episodes
Will snoring be the end of my relationship?
10 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In tonight’s episode we’re going to talk about two important things in life – love and sleep. When we’re sleep deprived, ...
Make peace with your resting bitch face
09 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
There is nothing wrong with Resting Bitch Face. It’s your face — everyone else can deal with it! But mindfulness does encourage us to noti...
Let those bad feelings roll off
09 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
By the middle of the week, there’s probably been a moment — or five — that’ve tested your positive attitude, dented your ego, ...
Stop wishing your week away
08 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
It’s Hump Day which means we’re on the home stretch. But there’s a downside to Hump Day psychology. Do you ever feel like ...
You’re not alone
08 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In Australia over half of people suffer from a sleep issue, three or more times a week. That’s a lot of sleep deprived people!&nb...
Being a beginner isn’t all bad
07 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Imagine if we could take on every new week, and every new task, with enthusiasm. If we could put aside our preconceptions and avoid the drea...
You're smack-bang where you need to be
07 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
These days it is so easy to compare ourselves to everyone. Do you ever worry you’re not achieving enough? Not progressing fast enough? That othe...
Shake it up
06 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We’ve spoken before about the downsides of multitasking, and why we’re really not that good at it! There’s even a new name for it: M...
Tip of the week: A chill pill for a vulnerability hangover
05 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Every Sunday we revisit one of our favourite tips and tricks from the week. In this episode we refresh you with some handy hints to avoid feeling over...
Self-care Sundays
04 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Yes to the weekend! In today’s episode we share with you tips on how to overcome the loneliness of the last day of the weekend. Because for some...
No regrets on your late-night shopping cart
04 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Research has shown a sharp rise in online purchases made after midnight. So next time you’re up late scrolling through your go-to online stores ...
Sort your summer out
03 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Summer is a great vibe. There’s always something going on and we want a piece of the cake. Spontaneous activities can sometimes be a bit of a ca...
Ease that overshare aftershock
03 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever experienced that sickening feeling in your stomach after you’ve poured your heart out over social media, to your friends or in you...
Are you people pleasing
02 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
It seems like as soon as soon December comes around, life speeds up. It is the busiest month of the year for a lot of people. We feel exhausted by Jan...
Mindful fright night
02 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Science shows that some people get scared easier than others and deliberately scaring ourselves can calm the brain. So watching a horror movie with a ...
Swearing on your well-being
01 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
You can even drop the F bomb mindfully! Depending on where you are and who’s around, swearing can help us feel in control of a negative situatio...
Get more out of your advent calendar
01 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
It’s the start of the indulgent season, and we’re here for it. We all need some rest, relaxation and most of all…chocolate. But bef...
Here comes the sun
30 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
When the weather gets warmer so do our moods. An Australian study found that people had higher serotonin levels on bright sunny days than on cloudy on...
Choose carefully
30 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
It's estimated we each make about 35,000 decisions every day so when there’s too many options on the menu at the pub it’s overwhelming. To...
Regulate your positivity
29 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
2020 has been a rollercoaster for all of us and the last thing you want to be told is “just be positive”. Easier said than done right? Let...
Tip of the week: Saying ‘no’ without guilt
28 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Every Sunday we revisit one of our favourite tips and tricks from the week. This episode is all about the power of changing your language to help you ...
Take time for a cuppa
27 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s episode we’re going to talk about an old-school way of meditating which can help you to pause and take a breath during your wee...
Say more, by saying less
27 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Zoom parties were all the rage for a second there, but they can become super draining. Too many people striving to be the star of the small screen. In...
It’s okay to f-up sometimes…
26 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Everyone makes mistakes. In fact, according to an American survey, when it comes to workplace malfunctions the average employee makes an average ...
There’s nothing bad ’bout a booty call
26 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight we’re going to talk about a mindfulness tip you won’t read in the average guide book. How to make a mindful booty call! ...
Look deep into my eyes
25 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Today we’re going to talk about a controversial topic. Face masks. Like it or not, they’re the accessory of 2020. And just like any s...
Easing your night-time loneliness
25 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
One in four Australians reported feeling lonely at least one day a week, and it can get even worse after the sun goes down. Research has sho...
A snack-sized workout
24 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
It’s hump day, which means you might be hitting a bit of a mid-week slump. But, squeezing in a burst of exercise before you tackle your next tas...
Get motivated, stay motivated
24 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
To put it simply, 2020 has been a total rollercoaster... and at this stage of the year a lot of us are struggling with motivation. Whether we want to ...
You don’t have to do it all
23 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
A big thief of our energy is over-commitment. Research has found that people over-commit for the simple reason that we expect to have more t...
Meditate like Dumbledore
23 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
One of the reasons a lot of people think they can’t meditate is because they can never achieve a clear head. Those thoughts just keep on coming!...
Handling a job loss
22 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
To put it plainly: losing your job sucks. It is super stressful and can have very real consequences. That feeling of rejection also often overflows in...
Tip of the week: How to really talk to yourself
21 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Every Sunday we revisit one of our favourite tips and tricks from the week. This episode is all about positive self talk; how to talk to yourself with...
Bench your bad vibes
20 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
If you’re a parent, a doting partner or a spot lover yourself you’ve probably spent a good chunk of your weekend spectating. We can’...
Just dance!
20 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We’ve known for a long time that dancing is great stress relief. There’s something about learning a routine which forces us to focus. ...
Long distance love and the power of language
19 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We know a lot of you are separated from loved ones right now. So how can we handle long distance more mindfully. And what role does our language play ...
Cancelling plans without the guilt
19 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Right now we’re more likely to cancel plans than ever. But if you decide to bail out, how can you do it consciously and with minimal fall out? F...
Dealing with imposter syndrome
18 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
According to studies 70 percent of people have experienced imposter syndrome. You know the feeling? Like you don’t deserve your successes, that ...
Can you do just ONE thing at a time?
18 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever heard of Shiny Object Syndrome? It’s our tendency to get really passionate about a project (or a person), only to get distracted b...
Getting your mojo back after lock-down
17 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Have you felt a little less confident since lockdown? Don’t worry. You’re not alone. According to mental health experts you can lose your ...
Change the channel on your pre-sleep screen time
17 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Apparently 60 percent of us fall asleep with the TV on, or in front of some form of streaming device. There’s some pretty clear evidence on the ...
We need to talk… to ourselves
16 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We’re discussing cringe-free self-talk; you know, how to pep yourself up without feeling like a pageant mum. For more on this episode ...
Mindful online shopping
16 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Mondays are consistently the most popular day of the week for loading up our virtual baskets, according to a tonne of research. Who doesn’t love...
Coping with tasks you don’t want to do
15 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In a perfect world we’d all spend our days following our hearts desires. However, for the sake of our careers, our relationships and our persona...
A mini-break makes a big difference
14 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The next time you plan a weekend away, do it intentionally. Try to focus on really detaching from your everyday and being present in every moment...
But first, let me take a selfie
13 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
When you take a pic of yourself what do you think about? Have you ever really thought about that? Here are a few tips th...
Very superstitious
12 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Do you believe that Friday the 13th scares your luck away for the day? It’s so engrained in our culture that ...
Get over envy to get on with life
12 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Jealousy can creep into the minds of the best of us. With summer around the corner, we can easily turn green with envy. Even towar...
Morning mood do-over
11 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Today let's focus on you friend! Did you wake up feeling great or gross? Either way, it’s fine. You have the super powers&nb...
Cleanse, tone, meditate
11 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Did you know that looking at your own face in the mirror can help you relax? According to a British study, a third of women sleep with their make-up o...
Hang up on phone call anxiety
10 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
A survey of UK office workers in 2019 found that 40 per cent of baby boomers and 70 per cent of millennials experience anxiety when the phone ring...
9 to thrive
10 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Bouncing back from a long days work can be challenging, especially when all you can think of is laying on the couch and catching up on your favourite ...
What's a mindful password?
09 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever thought of using your password as a positive prompt for yourself? The average person has around 70-80 password protected acco...
No phone zone
09 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
If you pick up your phone first thing in the morning, tell it you need some space. According to a research study, about 80 per cent of smartphone us...
Oh na na, what's my name?
08 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Are you the type of person that forgets peoples names? You're not alone, although it could be time to start making an effort. We all have a lot on our...
Spring clean your mind
06 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
It’s time for a spring clean, and decluttering a space is like a therapy session in itself. It gives you a sense of achievement, no ma...
Forgive your future hangover
06 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
You’ve made it to the end of the week. It’s time to celebrate! Now we need to discuss a very important topic. How to forgive your future h...
How did you go this week?
05 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Friday is the perfect time to look back and reflect on the week that has been. In this episode we recommend doing a ‘Nightly Review’ medit...
Not feeling great? Try this
04 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
When you are feeling sick, being mindful might not feel like the top priority. But, it is a great tool to help yourself slow down and allow your body ...
Wanna have better sex?
04 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
When you hear the words ‘mindful sex’ you might think of Tantra or twisting yourself into some type of pretzel. But, m...
Navigating an argument
03 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Being mindful doesn’t mean that everything is always perfect, and you never get frustrated or angry... that’s just life! But, when an argu...
How to see the bigger picture
03 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Sometimes the smallest worries can seem huge, especially in the dark of night. In fact, there’s evidence that anxiety at night can fee...
Dealing with the sting of rejection
02 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Today we are talking about a topic that NONE of us are immune to... rejection. Whether it’s in our work life or our personal life, it's somethin...
Hit that snooze button...mindfully
02 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Do you find yourself hitting the snooze button multiple times every morning? Doing this can train your mind to be confused by the alarm sound and has ...
How to be more efficient
01 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Are you a master at multitasking? I hate to burst your bubble but, evidence says, nobody! But, with a little bit of mindfulness, y...
Protecting yourself from toxic friendships
30 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever woken up in a great mood, only for one interaction with one person to pull you down? Our social relationships can have a big impact on o...
Everything is better with candles
30 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Do you have a candle in your home? And something to (safely) light it with? That’s all you need to become a meditation master – for this e...
A quiet lunch is as good as a holiday
29 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
When was the last time you ate lunch without a screen in front of you? A U.S survey found that an alarming amount of us eat our lunches with our gadge...
Gratitude isn't gross
29 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The benefits of adopting an ‘attitude of gratitude’ are far reaching — and proven. So, why isn’t every single person doing it?...
What your Instagram bio says about you
28 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We talk a lot on this podcast about the power of words. Have you ever thought about the words you use to describe yourself? What we say repeated...
How a good book can beat stress
28 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Yep, reading can actually be a form of meditation. Specifically, reading ALOUD — which is shown to have extra benefits. A research paper found t...
Why money shouldn't scare you
27 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Who feels positive about their finances right now? A global pandemic hasn’t done us any favours. Financial stress is on the rise across Australi...
Roll your eyes for good not evil
27 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
By the end of the day, your eyes are probably aching for a rest. We don’t help ourselves — all that scrolling and screen time. But, in min...
Ditch the autopilot
26 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
One of the main principles of mindfulness is trying not to live on autopilot. But, for most of us, life is pretty routine — especially during a ...
Set goals without freaking out
26 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We all know the benefits of setting clear goals for ourselves, especially at the start of the week. Taking time to set goals for ourselves gives us cl...
Stop being scared of your inbox
25 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Email anxiety is very real. Sometimes, we never even read a reply because we just can’t face the comedown. Is there such a thing as mindful emai...
Feeling overwhelmed? Get wet
23 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
A super simple trick for tackling those feelings of being overwhelmed is as simple as just adding water. There’s a whole series of mindfulness t...
Acknowledging FOMO and fears
23 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Let’s not get too heavy — cos it’s Friday after all. But, mindfulness is all about acknowledging your feelings. Not hiding them. Or ...
Tell jealousy to GTFO
22 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
When was the last time you were envious? Social media amplifies it. Few of us are immune to it. So today let’s figure out how to celebrate not j...
A mindful moment can be literally anything
22 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Let’s talk more about how we can use devices that we take for granted, for good; To make us more present; Doing normal everyday tasks, intention...
Could you use your lock-screen to be mindful?
21 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
To be mindful, you don’t need to be anti-technology. In fact, we know that tech — if used consciously — can help us to reduce anxiet...
What are you wearing tomorrow?
21 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We all face thousands of choices everyday — 35,000 according to some clever people on the internet. Regardless of how decisive you are, your abi...
Having hard conversations without falling apart
20 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Every hump day, our theme for the day is A WHOLE LOT OF YES! We need to talk… It’s the phrase which can make all of us cringe – whe...
Is it possible to relax with insomnia?
20 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Continuing our Tuesday theme of ON A ROLL, we’re exploring the power of a good night’s sleep. And the lasting impacts of a bad one. Whilst...
Shaking irritation and other annoying feelings
19 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Every Tuesday, our theme for the day is ON A ROLL exploring mindfulness techniques to boost your energy and give you momentum. On the second ...
What's on your bedside table?
19 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Mindfulness isn’t just about what’s in our heads — it can also be about what’s in our homes. And, what’s next to ou...
Tell your worries you're busy
18 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Every Monday, our theme for the day is LET’S DO THIS, helping you launch into the week ahead. According to a British survey, the ave...
A simple grounding tip for your weekend
16 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
On weekends we explore tips to help you feel renewed and revived. If you try to fit a LOT into your weekends, you’ve probably felt the downsides...
How mindful drinking could change your Friday night
16 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Continuing our Friday theme WE MADE IT! we’re going to explore turning happy hour into a small moment of mindfulness. When happy hour rolls arou...
Go easy on yourself
15 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Every Friday our episodes kick off with WE MADE IT! Mindfulness tricks to celebrate your week and forgive any regrets. Do you ever get to the end of w...
Calm your farm using square breathing
15 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
A big cliché of meditation is deeeep breathing. But science has shown that breathing more consciously can reduce anxiety, l...
How to stop feelings ruining your day
14 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the first episode of The Space! A twice daily mindfulness podcast that’s not like the others. Thursday episodes are ALL ABOUT YOU whe...
Introducing The Space: Mindfulness Done Differently
29 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Does the word “meditation” freak you out? Does all that zen and chanting make you want to run for the hills? Introducing The Space: a twic...