Better Being Me
28 episodes - English - Latest episode: 10 months ago -Welcome to the Better Being Me Podcast, a celebration of finding the EASE… an essential life pillar for host Joanne Hatchard. Our bodies can often be a temple of stress, seeking tension release through unhealthy and unproductive ways - it is here that Jo uses her incredibly canny and candid awareness of living life awkward, to gift you permission to leave behind the things that aren’t serving you and explore the seriousness of life’s big cosmic body slams. Discover how our executive functioning, neural pathways and brain mapping open up new, innovative ways of BE-ing that will forever change the way you relate to yourself and the world around you. This neurodivergent Mum with her infectious chuckle, self-deprecating humour and sarcasm will help you create a better connection to self and cut through the shitshow of life to uncover the simplest workaround!
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Talking Twaddle with Josephine Moon
June 30, 2023 05:11 - 1 hour - 71.7 MBThis month Better Being Me host Joanne Hatchard talks to Josephine Moon, author of The Wonderful Thing About Phoenix Rose. They kick off their conversation with the topic of names, as they share a birth name, and also talk about preferred names and the names others give us. Josephine delves into the writing process, and the pressure she felt writing the first book in Australia with an autistic female lead. Joanne reassures her that there is an understanding that not all experiences can be...
Talking Twaddle with Jasmine Deakin
May 31, 2023 10:28 - 1 hour - 77.7 MBOn this episode of Talking Twaddle, your host Joanne Hatchard from Better Being Me talks to social worker Jasmine Deakin from Sunny Spectrum Supports. They talk about employment for autistic people, their own work as social workers and the insight that has brought them. The differences between social work and psychology, unpacking past trauma and the validation of diagnosis are touched on. The grief a diagnosis can bring leads to a discussion about reframing, and the old stereotypes are d...
Talking Twaddle with Beck Newell
April 29, 2023 12:19 - 56 minutes - 52.1 MBIn the April episode of Better Being Me’s podcast Talking Twaddle, host Joanne Hatchard talks to neurodivergent children’s author Beck Newell about their books, studies, parenting, gender, more books, emotions, mental health issues, threat of homelessness, catastrophizing and future thinking, and more books! Joanne opens the conversation with Beck, pointing out their list of books that they have published in the past eighteen months. Beck thanks hyper-focus, and points out that finishing t...
Talking Twaddle with Leah Smolarek E2
March 30, 2023 11:24 - 56 minutes - 51.4 MBIn the March episode of Better Being Me’s podcast Talking Twaddle, host Joanne Hatchard and guest Leah Smolarek get psychological! Leah talks about her Clinical PhD in Psychology, and attending a recent symposium and conference. Her research area being self-compassion and pro-social behaviour. Leah touches on her ADHD being of benefit when studying a topic she really loves, but then unpacks that it did lead to her approach to assignments being problematic throughout her studies. Knowing ...
Talking Twaddle with Allison Davies E1
February 26, 2023 10:01 - 59 minutes - 54.4 MBIn the February episode of Better Being Me’s podcast Talking Twaddle, host Joanne Hatchard talks to guest Allison Davies about death, emotions, technology, and division of tasks in the home. Their conversation opens with the topic of death, prompted by the recent passing of Allison’s 97 year old grandmother. They really delve into the topic, which is often a tricky one, with refreshing candour and insight. They speak very frankly and openly about how neurodivergence plays a role in how we ...
Welcome to Talking Twaddle!! A Better Being Me Podcast
January 30, 2023 07:23 - 23 minutes - 21.6 MBAfter a significant brake from creating any podcasts I have sorted myself out and creating the first of my monthly podcasts! AND I have full plans on how I am actually going to make it happen!!! By getting help! My love for talking and podcast hasn't gone away - but my ability to focus on them and get them out into the world had significantly diminished. There is nothing easier then crawling back under the rock from whence you came when you are in charge of you. So whenever I do complete ...
Better Being Me has a pivot
April 07, 2022 00:21 - 43 seconds - 682 KBI was thinking about my podcast and why it exists, why haven't I released a new podcast in ages, and what was holding me back. The answer I was seeking came in the form of training.
BBMe: Steve Never Forgot Me
September 13, 2021 01:30 - 28 minutes - 19.8 MBVery strange thing happened over the weekend that I wasn't expecting in anyway shape or form. Which would probably add to my reaction, but I don’t see how I could have prepare myself for what transpired. I have to prefix this to say that I did not have that much sleep that night before and I was feeling a little emotional and tender to begin with. However, I share my story because I dont feel alone in the connections that I made, and I feel like it is good for me to share and get light in...
BBMe Grief of a Diagnosis
September 06, 2021 01:30 - 31 minutes - 21.9 MBWelcome to season 2, just me chatting today. I think it is really important to acknowledge and process the grief that can come with a diagnosis, for yourself or for your child. The idea of grief after diagnose has come up several time in the last month or so. And I think it is really important to acknowledge and recognizes what could be identified has grief. Or at least make connections between how you are feeling and what it means Top Three Take Aways 1. Grief isn't just for death....
BBMe Bites - Be The Change You Want to See
May 27, 2021 06:30 - 9 minutes - 6.38 MBI have just finished attending webinar hosted by @wwda_au on NDIS and Gender. Amazing source of information and support. I am not overly surprised to report that there are more males receiving NDIS support then females. Which is not a direct relationship between the number of men vs females with disabilities. So what you might say. I can only provide insight from my experience and knowledge. From my son's journey, and my own research and contemplations I see myself on the spectrum. I a...
Eileen Low & BBMe
May 18, 2021 01:30 - 38 minutes - 26.5 MBBy Eileen is the rebrand from The Crystal Project. Eileen Low shares her amazing story of finding her way in life. Knowing there was something more than the work driven culture of Singapore, challenging the drinking culture of Australia, to find her own space in creating jewellery that radiates positive and intention. Eileen has big goals, and I 100% believe that she will reach every single one. Here are my big take away. Follow the feeling. Creating the time for silence allows you ...
Jess Crawford with BBMe
April 04, 2021 03:30 - 46 minutes - 31.9 MBJess’s artworks bring brightness and light to the world with their vibrant colours and inspiring imagery. Recently Jess has been using her artworks to bring objects to life too so that her clients can take that joy with them wherever they go. It is so important to see the beautiful colour in life that surrounds you and to feel that joy in your heart when you see it! Jess much more than an artist, she is a survivor! Jess was in the throws of antidepressant withdrawal hell. Jess didn’t k...
BBMe & Victoria Rashleigh
April 04, 2021 03:30 - 47 minutes - 32.4 MBVictoria was a busy woman working full time in the construction industry. Having a baby didn't slow her down, having twins did. Pushing through her own signs of stress, Victoria took the twins arrival as a sign that life was not going to work the same way any more. Things needed to change. Feeling the frustration of working part time, in an industry not known for it's family friendly requirements, Victoria joined Arbonne and found what she was missing in life was women. A collective tha...
BBMe with Georgy Rochow
February 01, 2021 03:30 - 46 minutes - 32.2 MBGeorgy is more that just BadAss Living, she is a powerhouse of ideas, and here to bolster the woman of the world. Encouraging all to take up space, share their voice and stand up to be counted. Georgy's work with Girls Rock! is inspirational, as is the organisation that "uses the medium of music to inspire confidence, creativity and celebrate individuality for females, trans and gender non-conforming youth between the ages of 10 and 17." Here are the big ideas 1. Be the person you needed...
BBMe with Gen Byrt from Gen & Tonic
January 09, 2021 02:30 - 1 hour - 56.8 MBGen and Joanne dive deep into Gen’s childhood and talk about the lingering effects of holding down the fort for your family. From a large family, the 5th of 6 children, Gen is in the unique position to talk about the benefits of doing the work on yourself, and the consequences of parents not getting the support needed to be fully present. No questions are off the table, and Gen is open to honestly answering them all. If you ever wanted to know if your children notice your bad days - the...
BBMe with Tree House Family Counselling
January 02, 2021 23:30 - 47 minutes - 32.9 MBEmma Holdsworth is a mother of two, Family Counsellor, Parenting and Breastfeeding Educator and Postpartum Doula with 20 years experience working with families. Emma is passionate about supporting pregnant and new parents to feel empowered to become the parents they truly want to be. Emma supports parents to explore the deeper aspects of themselves and understand how their childhood experiences, past relationships, values, and beliefs will influence their future parenting experience. Toda...
BBMe with Mel Hansen
December 17, 2020 02:30 - 50 minutes - 34.5 MBToday we dive into all things Melanie. She is a certified integrative women’s health coach, yoga teacher, personal trainer, and soulful business coach for women who desire more energy, time & freedom. Naturally gifted as a nurturing intuitive feminine energy healer Melanie supporting mothers and women worldwide to live well – body, mind, and soul Through her teachings, online programs, social media platforms, and in-person events, Melanie encourages women to live differently, go again...
BBMe with Shawna Barber from Sacred Centre - Part 2
December 05, 2020 19:30 - 34 minutes - 23.9 MBAs mentioned in the last episode, Shawna Barber and I had such a deep, wonderful and unexpected conversation that I decided to share it in two parts, if you haven’t listened to part 1 yet, I’d recommend starting there. This is part 2 with Shawna. As you’ll hear, Shawna is a spiritual business mentor with a little bit of inner rebel. She supports women who are seeking to explore spirituality in a non-conventional way. Through spiritual mentoring, healing breath, yoga and online courses he...
BBMe with Shawna Barber from Sacred Centre - Part 1
November 29, 2020 18:30 - 52 minutes - 35.8 MBShawna Barber and I had such a deep, wonderful and unexpected conversation that I decided to share it in two parts. This is part 1 with Shawna. As you’ll hear, Shawna is a spiritual business mentor with a little bit of inner rebel. She supports women who are seeking to explore spirituality in a non-conventional way. Through spiritual mentoring, healing breath, yoga and online courses her aim is to get us all closer to a spirituality that we can embody in any moment that feels good. We di...
BBMe Q & A my work
October 26, 2020 01:30 - 33 minutes - 22.8 MBA series of questions that I have been asked about my work and what it is I do. From Nikki - what exactly is it that I do? What happens in a session with me? From Gen - Do you need to be a mother to benefit from the work I do? From Yvette - What is your face method of making you feel calm while parenting in tough moments From Sass - I am very interested in the BBMe Method, how do I know if it is right for me?
BBMe with Yvette Victoria Beauty Studio
October 03, 2020 04:30 - 40 minutes - 28.1 MBYvette and I dive deep into the diverse culture of beauty, make up and self care. What we find is a labyrinth of reasons for make up. As an expression of self, extensions of mood, a mood uplifter, the consistent message coming through however is, do what makes you happy. Create the time, space, and resources to allow for your beauty routine to be part of your self care routine. Whether that be baking layers of contouring for the pore-less finish, or using the shower time to wash your face...
BBMe Introduction to Tapping
September 21, 2020 03:30 - 20 minutes - 14.3 MBI explore the method I use for EFT - emotional Freedom technique or tapping. We go through the points to tap on, the physical sign you should be looking for as a release and why it works. Step by step we cover the how to phrase your statements, when to move on to the next round and why we want to be processing and putting emotional memories behind us. We cover a child care drop off scenario. One very close to my heart. Video can be found at https://www.instagram.com/tv/CDknCPcDZ0_/
BBMe with Nicky Schulze
September 03, 2020 01:30 - 29 minutes - 20.1 MBThe always generous Nicky Schulze is the latest guest on the Better Being Me podcast. We cover her reason why, an inspiring journey of recovery. We talk about her how, so many skills in that bag of tricks. We talk about who she helps and the process she goes through. There are no half hearted sessions with Nicky, she is all in, all the time. She has been my support for change, uncovering ideas that need a little push into the light. Perfect to have in your corner. I hope you love and the wor...
BBMe with Nikki O'Brien
August 24, 2020 04:30 - 21 minutes - 14.6 MBMy wonderful chat with Nikki from Quintessential Being by Nikki. We had finished a one-on-one covering personality traits, using the Big 5 personality test. We had look at Nikki's results on Openness to Experience, Extraversion, Agreeableness, Neuroticism. I pulled out the connections with her executive functioning and created some easy actions that stop the stress build up before it because overwhelming. It is amazing how many dots get connected and how easy it is to see the lowest c...
BBMe with Jesse Miller
August 09, 2020 23:30 - 31 minutes - 21.9 MBJoanne expands the ideas and inputs today through introducing the amazing Jesse Miller from Luminescence Therapeutic Arts. Jesse talks about the freedom of Art Therapy and how it allows for issues to bubble to the surface rather than going digging for them. The joy of seeing how much a persons glow is different when they feel love and how they are feeling that love from the inside.
How Autism shows up in my family
June 22, 2020 03:30 - 26 minutes - 17.9 MBIn this episode, Joanne Hatchard takes us through the preparation process for taking her autistic son Gilbert for a blood test. As an unwanted and painful activity, this seemingly quick 10-minute appointment takes 2-3 months to prepare for in Joanne's family as she addresses a whole myriad of questions around the procedure so that Gilbert, a sensory profile autism, can feel safe expressing his emotions and actions during the appointment. The preparation process involves in-depth conversation...
How Autism shows up in my family
June 22, 2020 03:30 - 26 minutes - 17.9 MBIn this episode, Joanne Hatchard takes us through the preparation process for taking her autistic son Gilbert for a blood test. As an unwanted and painful activity, this seemingly quick 10-minute appointment takes 2-3 months to prepare for in Joanne's family as she addresses a whole myriad of questions around the procedure so that Gilbert, a sensory profile autism, can feel safe expressing his emotions and actions during the appointment. The preparation process involves in-depth conversation...
Better being a neuro diverse Mum with Joanne Hatchard
June 04, 2020 12:30 - 26 minutes - 18 MBHost Joanne Hatchard welcomes us to the Better Being Me podcast with a poignant reflection of some of her personal journey. She shares with us her early years of feeling awkward and the visceral relief a diagnosis of dyslexia in high school gifted her in such a turbulent time. After years of anxiety attacks and painful comments she comically recalls a disastrous experience of Hypnotherapy that led to a remarkable discovery; touch is a foundational need for her to offload and transfer tension...