EQ MINDS: Recharge Your Mental Health
150 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 month ago - ★★★★★ - 3 ratingsHosted by EQ Minds founder Chelsea Pottenger, Recharge Your Mental Health is a podcast dedicated to sharing stories and meditations to help you reset, recharge and navigate the challenges of everyday life.
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How to protect your energy and emotional state with psychologist Sabina Read
March 16, 2024 13:00 - 36 minutes - 44.6 MBToday's guest is Sabina Read, psychologist, human behaviour expert, speaker, facilitator, mentor and media spokesperson. Sabina is on a mission to help you become the architect of your life. Through lived experiences and decades of study, Sabina shows you how to take your struggles, fears and anxiety, and work through them so that you can feel empowered, connected and equipped for whatever life throws at you. Sabina is a wealth of knowledge who takes widely studied psychology-bas...
How to use biohacking to optimise performance with Lucas Aoun
February 11, 2024 13:00 - 19 minutes - 36.2 MBLucas Aoun, Australia’s leading biohacker, global educator and health coach. Lucas is incredibly passionate about helping others operate at their peak performance by using biohacks, such as supplementation, light exposure, diet, red light therapy, mouth taping and more. We cover so much in this episode, including top hacks for getting better sleep and if blue light blocking glasses are worth the hype. The simple tools we discuss are things you can action today. What to expect in t...
Re-release: Manifesting your higher self
January 21, 2024 11:00 - 10 minutes - 16.3 MBJoin Chelsea for this special practice around manifesting your higher self. A 10-minute guided meditation helping you to connect to your inner wisdom and gain clarity towards your next step.
Best of 2023: Top tips of the year
December 17, 2023 13:00 - 9 minutes - 18.5 MBBest of 2023: We have combined the top tips from your favourite podcast guests into one 9-minute episode. Guests include Janine Shepherd, Brian Hartzer, Lael Stone, Allan Sparkes and Kemi Nekvapil. What you can expect from this episode: The power of practicing forgiveness What compassionate leadership really is How to support your child when they are sad Courage and the ability to care Questions to help find your power Enjoy the show! Connect with Janine Shepherd: I...
Re-release: Walking Meditation
December 03, 2023 23:24 - 12 minutes - 19.7 MBJoin Chelsea for a walking meditation either on the beach, at the park or on your commute to work. Become present and grounded as Chelsea guides you through connecting to the moment. By practicing a walking meditation, you are heightening your awareness of your mental, physical and emotional state. This technique helps you to develop a greater understanding of your surroundings and move forward with intent and purpose, which will then carry on through to your day to day life.
Mindful tool: Taking care of yourself through the holiday season
November 26, 2023 13:00 - 15 minutes - 29.4 MBDo you feel more stressed in the festive season? Do you put an unreasonable amount of pressure on yourself to make things perfect as we near Christmas? This month's mindful tool is all about how to realistically take care of yourself throughout the holiday season with in-house Keynote Speaker and Nutritionist, Ashley Whitehead. Ashley a Speaker, Personal Trainer, Nutritionist and Mum of two, knows first-hand how stressful the holiday season can be. However, Ash also understands ...
Navigating your mental health as a young entrepreneur
November 18, 2023 13:00 - 13 minutes - 25.5 MB“Lean into the fear” - Jahin Tanvir Today's guest is Jahin Tanvir, CEO of the Australian School of Entrepreneurship and a 3-time TEDx speaker. Jahin was recognised as one of the 40 under 40 Most Influential Asian-Australians in 2022 at the age of 21. He is a Young Australian of the Year finalist, a Young Canberra Citizen of the Year, and serves on the board of the Adolescent Health Association of Australia. Under Jahin’s leadership, the Australian School of Entrepreneurship has in...
Meditation: Loving Kindness
November 05, 2023 13:00 - 11 minutes - 20.7 MBUse this practice to cultivate feelings of love and kindness towards yourself, someone you love and the world around you. When you consciously choose to practice self-compassion and send love to those around you, you enhance feelings of gratitude and decrease any stress you might be feeling. Let Chelsea guide you through a 10 minute practice to help soften your body and mind into the present moment and elevate your mental state.
Mindful tool: How to make new friends as an adult with Jay Pottenger
October 29, 2023 11:00 - 15 minutes - 29.3 MBDid you know 1 in 3 Australians are feeling lonely, with 1 in 6 experiencing severe loneliness? In this week's mindful tool we're doing things a little differently. Jay Pottenger will be discussing the loneliness epidemic currently happening in Australia, how disconnected we've all become and what steps you can take today to start making new connections. In this episode, Jay opens up about his own experience with male friendship and what he's done over the past 12 months in orde...
Setting boundaries between work and personal life with Jay Pottenger
October 22, 2023 23:31 - 14 minutes - 27.6 MBToday's guest is Jay Pottenger, General Manager of EQ Minds, Keynote Speaker and husband to Chelsea Pottenger. Jay is incredibly passionate about helping people create healthy habits through mindfulness. As an ex-athlete, high corporate performer, husband and father, Jay understands the stressors of modern living and how discipline and healthy habits is crucial in achieving freedom. In today's conversation, Chelsea and Jay discuss effective strategies to make your life easier an...
Meditation: Overcoming Depression
October 15, 2023 13:00 - 10 minutes - 19.3 MBTake a step towards your healing journey with the incredible power of meditation. This 10-minute guided practice to overcome depression will help you to acknowledge any feelings of sadness and remind you that you are not alone. Rather than resisting what comes up for you, allow these feelings to surface without judgement. Then let your body soften and release any tension, as Chelsea guides you through a visualisation that will help you to truly relax into the present moment. ...
Why saying "I'm not okay" are the three strongest words you can say with Mitch Wallis
October 10, 2023 04:49 - 15 minutes - 28.3 MBToday's guest is Mitch Wallis, a leading figure in mental health education on a lifelong mission to empower others to feel understood. After working for Microsoft for almost 7 years, he left his successful corporate career to devote himself full time to helping overcome suffering and revisioning the mind’s healing potential through the power of storytelling, connection and living with authenticity. Mitch founded Heart on my sleeve, a global health initiative and created “Real Conv...
How to raise resilient and compassionate children with Lael Stone
October 01, 2023 13:00 - 21 minutes - 40.2 MBThis week's guest is Lael Stone. Parenting educator and consultant, TEDx speaker, Co-creator of Woodline Primary, Speaker for The Resilience Project and Author of best-selling book - Raising Resilient and Compassionate Children. Born from personal experience, Lael saw the need for a more connected and empathetic approach in helping mothers and babies who experienced trauma, and so she went on to create workshops and support groups which empower parents to create stronger bonds wit...
Meditation: Reduce anxiety and fall asleep quickly
September 24, 2023 14:00 - 12 minutes - 23.2 MBQuiet the chatter of your mind and fall asleep quickly as Chelsea guides you through a 12 minute meditation practice. Tune into the sensations of your body and listen to the calming music as you truly let your mind and body fall into a deep state of relaxation.
How to step into your power with Kemi Nekvapil
September 17, 2023 14:00 - 20 minutes - 38.2 MBKemi Nekvapil is one of Australia's leading credentialed coaches for female executives and entrepreneurs, a global speaker/facilitator, endurance athlete, a mother of teenagers, wife, dedicated gardener and early stage flower farmer. Kemi has worked in the wellness industry for more than 25 years and holistic leadership for 10 years. Having studied leadership and purpose at The Gross National Happiness Centre in Bhutan, trained as a yoga teacher in India with a 23-year yoga and me...
Mindful tool: I'm here to hear: Recognising the signs of mental illness
September 12, 2023 14:00 - 20 minutes - 38.1 MBHear to hear: Recognising the signs of mental illness. This week marks R U OK Day and we are here to break the stigma on mental health and encourage open conversations. **trigger warning** this episode discusses suicide and mental illness. It may be best to step away from this podcast if this topic is triggering to you, your wellbeing is important. What to expect in this episode: Chelsea talks openly about her relapse in 2020 and how looks can be deceiving Recognising the si...
Transforming shame into hope with Allan Sparkes
September 03, 2023 14:00 - 20 minutes - 39 MBAllan Sparkes, inspirational keynote speaker and best selling author of the book 'The cost of bravery', is one of Australia’s most highly decorated citizens with an incredible story. Allan Sparkes became one of only five people to be awarded Australia's highest decoration for bravery, the Cross of Valour, for rescuing an 11-year old boy from a flooded storm water drain in 1996. However, after two decades in the police force, the rescue would signal a downward spiral into post-traum...
Meditation: Feel alive
August 27, 2023 14:00 - 14 minutes - 26.5 MBRestore your energy with this uplifting meditation. Listen to the sounds of nature as Chelsea guides you through this 14 minute practice where you can truly connect inward and allow your mind and body the space to appreciate being here.
The incredible mental health benefits of owning a pet with Dr Katrina Warren
August 21, 2023 14:00 - 15 minutes - 29.3 MBToday's guest is Dr Katrina Warren, one of Australia's most recognised veterinarians and pet experts with a media career spanning over 25 years. After graduating from University, Dr Katrina took a more unconventional path to working in television. Many of you might recall her from the popular Seven Network show, Harry's Practice. Dr Katrina has an incredible passion for working with animals and loves helping pet owners enhance the social bond they have with their pets. What to ex...
Mindful tool: How to stop being a people pleaser to protect your mental health
August 13, 2023 14:00 - 10 minutes - 19.1 MBDo you over apologise? Do you have a hard time saying no? Do you downplay your achievements? In this episode, we take a look at: What a people pleaser really is How to set boundaries How to stop saying sorry Ways to deal with rejection How to protect yourself from empathy overload Why it’s so important to make time for self-care This bite-size podcast is full of practical tools and techniques you can take away to improve your relationships, energy and own mental wellbeing. ...
How to get started with meditation with Leah Simmons
August 06, 2023 14:00 - 15 minutes - 29 MBToday's guest is the beautiful Leah Simmons, a certified pilates instructor, personal trainer and kundalini yoga teacher with a very strong passion for health and fitness. Leah understands that "we are so much more than just a physical body" and after many years of self-discovery she created and founded KAAIAA, a training model that integrates your mental, physical, emotional and spiritual wellbeing. What to you can expect from this episode: What meditation really is and how to...
Why you should care about your glucose levels with Ashley Whitehead
July 30, 2023 14:00 - 18 minutes - 35.3 MBToday we are joined by none other than in-house nutritionist Keynote Speaker, Ashley Whitehead. Ashley Whitehead, originally from Scotland, has an infectious personality that makes complex science sound simple. With a degree in physiology, sport science and nutrition, Ashley empowers you with the tools and techniques to fuel up for not just your physical health, however your mental and emotional health too. What to expect in this episode: Ash's own personal story Glucose spikes...
Meditation: Attract miracles
July 23, 2023 14:00 - 18 minutes - 34.1 MBWhat are your greatest dreams and desires? Use this practice to help you see the vision you wish to manifest. Chelsea takes you on a journey as you dive into all 5 senses to help you visualise what you wish to come true. Watch as miracles happen over the coming weeks and months when you use this practice daily.
Mindful tools: The science behind visualisation
July 16, 2023 14:00 - 15 minutes - 28.8 MBHave you ever wanted to understand the science behind visualisation and how it actually works? Today’s episode is an easy to understand explanation of the mechanics behind this technique, and how visualisation has the same effect on the brain when mentally rehearsing an activity as actually doing it (how cool is that!) You will also learn how to use all 5 senses when visualising, the power of feeling the emotions you want to feel and when the best time is to practice this techniqu...
How to flex your conversational muscle with Luke Cook
July 09, 2023 14:00 - 19 minutes - 37.4 MBLuke Cook, also known as Cookie, is a purpose-driven entrepreneur and conversation expert, best known as the founder and host of Cuppa.tv, a conversation platform designed for businesses to enhance their people's well-being, work performance, and sense of belonging. What to expect in this episode: Why we struggle to have deep conversations today How to build stronger connections with others How to expand your social circles How to have difficult conversations What cookie d...
Meditation: For Conflict
July 02, 2023 14:00 - 11 minutes - 20.8 MBThis meditation is for anyone who has or is experiencing conflict in their life. Use this practice to get a birds eye perspective on the situation and help you move from a reactive mind to a calm state of mind, so that you can respond from a place of love.
Psychological safety and leadership with Rob Horstman
June 25, 2023 14:00 - 11 minutes - 21.4 MBToday's special guest is none other than our very own Rob Horstman. Rob has over two decades of leadership experience in both business and community. Rob understands first hand what it's like working in high pressure environments and is extremely passionate about helping leaders take charge of their mental wellbeing and lead with a caring heart. What this episode includes: Practical insights around psychological safety Actionable steps leaders can take in their next meeting ...
Mindful Tools: How to let go of worries
June 18, 2023 14:00 - 10 minutes - 19.9 MBIn this month's Mindful Tools, Chelsea will give you simple and practical tips on how to let go of worries. Take ownership of what you can do right now and learn to love the process. Listen to this 10 minute episode to gain a greater understanding of why we worry, the physical response within the brain and body and how to use simple tools and techniques to free yourself of worries that are holding you back! Wellbeing Program: The Mindful Journey: https://www.eqminds.com/the-mindfu...
How to get habits to stick with Dr Jon Finn
June 11, 2023 14:00 - 25 minutes - 47.8 MBDr Jon Finn is the best selling author of ‘The Habit Mechanic’ and founder of the consultancy Tougher Minds, which helps people build habits that enable them to fulfil their greatest potential. Dr Jon Finn has three psychology related degrees, including a PhD and has worked in performance psychology, resilience and leadership science for over 20 years. What to expect in this episode: Why habits fail The science behind building habits How you make your decisions Drivers that en...
Meditation: Recharge your energy
June 04, 2023 14:00 - 13 minutes - 24.9 MBAllow your mind and body the space to heal and recharge for your day ahead. Connect inward, as Chelsea guides you through 13 minutes of warmth and rejuvenation as you let the words and music take you to another place.
How to master connecting with others with Summer Land
May 28, 2023 14:00 - 14 minutes - 26.8 MBToday we are joined by author, Summer Land. Summer, a good friend and the incredible ghostwriter of Chelsea’s best selling book ‘The Mindful High Performer.’ Summer is passionate about helping people communicate and connect effectively with empathy and integrity in the workplace and in personal life. Summer is witty, authentic and energetic with her bubbly and bright personality. Join Chelsea and Summer as they discuss: Summer’s story and how she became a ghostwriter Reframing h...
How to say no and set healthy boundaries with Lise & Sarah
May 21, 2023 14:00 - 19 minutes - 35.7 MBToday we are joined by best friends Lise and Sarah - a powerful and funny duo with infectious personalities. After meeting in their thirties, their extraordinary chemistry and genuine friendship landed the pair local and national radio shows with Australia’s largest media network, Southern Cross Austereo, as ‘Those Two Girls’. In 2020, Lise & Sarah launched FORTY – a podcast for the middle years, which was downloaded more than 2.5 million times, and in 2022, their first book Forty ...
Meditation: Yoga Nidra
May 14, 2023 14:00 - 31 minutes - 57.6 MBFind calm and rest with this Yoga Nidra meditation. Yoga Nidra allows you to enter delta brainwaves, giving your mind and body a chance for true healing and restoration as you enter deep relaxation. Other benefits of Yoga Nidra include: relief for depression and anxiety, improved sleep, clears the mind for focus and learning, release tension within the body, inspires creativity. Lay back, relax and enjoy this 30 minute guided practice.
Mindful Tools: 3 tips on how to handle burnout
May 08, 2023 14:00 - 14 minutes - 27.2 MBIntroducing our new monthly episode: Mindful Tools. We've created a short monthly listen, with the intention to provide simple and effective strategies for you to take away. In this month's Mindful Tools, Chelsea will be discussing 3 tips on how to beat burnout. With burnout on the rise, EQ Minds is on a mission to educate and empower you with the tools needed to not let yourself reach that point. Learn key strategies on what to do if you feel yourself at tipping point, how to trul...
Why what you wear matters for your mental health with Tamara Holland
April 30, 2023 14:00 - 25 minutes - 47.4 MBToday's guest is Tamara Holland, Mamamia's Head of Lifestyle and the host of the weekly fashion podcast, ‘What Are You Wearing?’. With a career spanning ten-plus years in the magazine industry, she was previously the Deputy Editor of InStyle Australia and is a woman who knows her fashion! Join Chelsea and Tamara as they discuss: Tam's story and what got her into fashion The psychology behind what you wear Finding your personal style Tam's best shopping tips How Tam protect...
How to focus with Jay Pottenger
April 23, 2023 14:00 - 17 minutes - 33.2 MBToday's guest is Jay Pottenger, General Manager and Productivity Speaker of EQ MINDS. As an accredited mindfulness and meditation coach, he blends science and mindfulness to give you simple strategies for becoming the best, happiest, and most productive version of yourself. Chelsea and Jay discuss: Time allocation Ruthless prioritisation Finding your optimal time Overcoming distractions Email efficiency Multitasking Jay speaks about how discipline creates freedom. He provid...
Meditation: Walking meditation
April 16, 2023 14:00 - 12 minutes - 19.7 MBJoin Chelsea for a walking meditation either on the beach, at the park or on your commute to work. Become present and grounded as Chelsea guides you through connecting to the moment. By practicing a walking meditation, you are heightening your awareness of your mental, physical and emotional state. This technique helps you to develop a greater understanding of your surroundings and move forward with intent and purpose, which will then carry on through to your day to day life.
Self-awareness & shifting your perspective with Janine Shepherd
April 02, 2023 14:00 - 17 minutes - 32.4 MB"I could've gone either way". After a near death experience and being told she'd never walk again, Janine could have simply given up. Now, she lives a life they thought was impossible. Janine Shepherd is an internationally renowned speaker, author and currently undertaking her PhD in resilience and disability. She is a former champion skier whose inspiring TED talk, “A Broken Body Isn’t a Broken Person,” has garnered over 2 million views and has been awarded an Order of Australia f...
A toolkit for resilience: how to find it and keep it with Dinesh Palipana
March 26, 2023 13:00 - 21 minutes - 40.7 MBDinesh is a doctor, lawyer, disability advocate, and researcher. Halfway through medical school, he was involved in a motor vehicle accident that caused a cervical spinal cord injury. Since then, Dinesh has forged an incredible path, now working in the emergency department at the Gold Coast University Hospital and as a senior lecturer at the Griffith University of Queensland. Dinesh is also a researcher in spinal cord injury and a founding member of Doctors with Disabilities Austral...
Meditation: Opening your heart
March 19, 2023 13:00 - 10 minutes - 16.6 MBJoin Chelsea for this 10-minute guided practice to help open your heart and let your true spirit come through. In this practice, you will be guided to become present with the messages your heart is sending you and begin to clear and cleanse anything that no longer serves you.
How to use your voice with Antoinette Lattouf
March 05, 2023 13:00 - 22 minutes - 41.9 MBAntoinette Lattouf, media personality, mental health ambassador, TEDx speaker, co-founder of Media Diversity Australia, and the author of 'How to Lose Friends and Influence White People'. Antoinette Latouff has gone through incredible challenges to get to where she is today and seeks to increase cultural and linguistic diversity in Australia's news media. Antoinette speaks openly and vulnerably about her own challenges with postpartum and advocates for more support and awareness fo...
How to overcome imposter syndrome with Matt Purcell
February 27, 2023 00:33 - 18 minutes - 35.6 MBMatt Purcell is an award-winning entrepreneur, speaker, and champion for young people. Co-founder of Mentored Media, Matt whispers in the ears of kings and queens, working with Australia’s most well-known brands and high-profile people on branding and positioning strategies. As an adopted Korean Australian, Matt has a powerful story and speaks to audiences around Australia. Matt is also the founder and CEO of Australia’s only Verbal Self Defence and Confidence Training Program, Soc...
Meditation: Manifesting your higher self
February 18, 2023 13:00 - 10 minutes - 16.3 MBConnect with your higher self and surrender to the love and wholeness that you truly are. Join Chelsea for a 10 minute guided practice that uses the power of affirmations to align you with your higher purpose and help you to gain clarity in that next step.
What true leadership means with Brian Hartzer
February 05, 2023 13:00 - 22 minutes - 42 MBBrian Hartzer, experienced executive, leadership mentor, author of The Leadership Star: A Practical Guide to Building Engagement, investor, and Chairman of 2Be, a new specialty lender that helps parents help their children get onto the property ladder. He is also Chairman of Beforepay, an ASX-listed salary advance business, and Reejig (an AI-based HR technology startup). Join Chelsea and Brian for this insightful conversation about what true leadership really means and how authenti...
Meditation: Focus
January 29, 2023 13:00 - 10 minutes - 16.4 MBJoin Chelsea for this 10 minute guided practice to help you start your day focused. Use this mindful practice to increase your focus, concentration and awareness. Give your mind the chance to relax, unplug and start your day with clarity and calm. Connect with Chelsea: www.eqminds.com IG: @eqminds & @chelseapottengerofficial
How to boost your wellbeing through positivity with Dr Suzy Green
January 15, 2023 13:00 - 17 minutes - 31.9 MBDr. Suzy Green, Clinical and Coaching Psychologist (MAPS) and Founder & CEO of The Positivity Institute. In this episode, Suzy shares science-based tools through positive psychology to help you consciously cultivate a more positive mindset. Suzy offers practical ways to enhance good-feeling emotions, and provides tools you can integrate into your daily life. Chelsea and Suzy discuss what a positive approach actually means, and that being sad is a natural human emotion. Dr. Suzy G...
Special Christmas Edition - Meditation for Positive Energy
December 17, 2022 13:00 - 10 minutes - 15 MBFor our final meditation for 2022, we are re-sharing our most popular meditation. With over 369,000 listens on Insight Timer, this Meditation for Positive Energy will help set up your day for success. Spend 10 minutes with Chelsea as she guides you to start the day with clarity, positivity and openness.
How to overcome challenges with Ben Lucas
December 03, 2022 13:00 - 19 minutes - 36.4 MBToday's guest is Ben Lucas, owner and director of Flow Athletic and Flow Training Centre. Two of the most well known and highly regarded fitness brands in the country. After "facing more challenges in the last two years of business than the previous 20 put together", Ben shares his secrets to overcoming challenges and obstacles. Ben and Chelsea discuss how investing in yourself means you can be at your best, and how relationships are essential so you have a network to lean on, esp...
Meditation: Sleep. Rest. Renew.
November 19, 2022 13:00 - 10 minutes - 12.2 MBJoin Chelsea for this 10 minute sleep meditation. You will be guided into relaxation and stillness, so you can rest, renew and recover.
Life defining moments and the bravest thing you can do with Libby Trickett
November 06, 2022 01:00 - 25 minutes - 47.1 MBToday's guest is Libby Trickett, golden girl of swimming, mum, OAM and co-founder of Unlocking Her Potential. In this vulnerable and often hilarious discussion, Libby talks about her Postnatal Depression, transitioning from swimming, the challenge of motherhood and much more. She shares a very important message for all of us - you are not a failure if you need to ask for help, it's the most brave thing you can do. Connect with Libby Trickett: Podcasts: All That Glitters and The...