The Authentic Me: Hosted by Mel Yu: Recent Episodes
Mel Yu
A mental health advocate with an honours in Psychology, and no stranger to the commercial world through her entrepreneurial endeavours, Mel is a sought-after empathetic and inspiring speaker.
Mel Yu guides and encourages her community to live a meaningful life through the power of authentic story-telling. The Authentic Me connects powerful stories and life lessons to the ears of listeners by interviewing successful game-changers from all walks of life.
Popular guests include Australian influencers, entertainment artists, life coaches and creative entrepreneurs. Common topics discussed involve self-development, successes, failures, mindset and how to create a life of purpose.
Hey guys! This episode was recorded over a year ago in 2023 but it never made it to the podcast live! It's been a wild year and I'm keen on bringing back some episodes and conversations without the pressure of recording one every fortnight. So I will use this platform how I need it and if you check in from time to time, thank-you for your love! This one was with one of my own life coaches - Joel Brown... Enjoy!
In this episode, Mel Yu sits down with Joel Brown, founder of Addicted2Success, to explore the transformative power of coaching. Despite being under the weather during the recording, Mel delivers a conversation packed with insights and practical advice.
Key Takeaways:
- What is Coaching? Joel breaks down the essence of coaching and how it differs from mentoring and therapy.
- Benefits of Coaching: Discover how coaching can unlock your potential, improve performance, and help achieve personal and professional goals.
- Joel’s Journey: Insights into Joel’s path to becoming a successful coach and entrepreneur.
- Practical Tips: Actionable advice on finding the right coach and maximizing the coaching experience.
Tune in to hear a reflective and inspiring discussion that will encourage you to consider the profound impact coaching can have on your life. Follow Joel on all his platforms here:https://www.instagram.com/iamjoelbrown/?hl=enhttps://www.iamjoelbrown.com/https://addicted2success.com/Get coached by Joel Brown here:https://www.influentialcoach.com/
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On this episode, I have special guest (and my ace coaching client!), Katrina Weller - a Grief & Loss Specialist, Speaker and the founder of the Grow with Grief hub.
We discussed our experiences with grief and loss, reflecting on the impact it has had on our lives and relationships. We share the duality of emotions, the ongoing waves of grief, and the longing for the presence of our loved ones who have passed away.
We dive deep into various aspects of grief, including the myths surrounding it. There is no timeline for grief, grief is not limited to death, and perhaps the five stages of grief are not a one-size-fits-all experience!
If you're interested in Katrina's upcoming event, 'Grief Talks - Moments that Matter' in Melbourne this month (August 2023), please REGISTER FOR FREE here!
Link: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/grieftalks-moments-that-matter-tickets-677224104527
Stay up to date with all things Katrina & Grow with Grief here:
- https://www.instagram.com/growwithgrief/
- https://www.instagram.com/katrinalpw/
- https://www.linkedin.com/in/katrinapreislerweller/
- https://growwithgrief.com.au/
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Matthew John Kyoo Purcell (known professionally as Matt Purcell), is a South Korean-born Australian entrepreneur. Matt Purcell is Australia's leading personal branding expert and the founder of Australia's only verbal self-defence program, Kung Fu. Matt is on a mission to help doers think and thinkers do.
I was lucky enough to sit and have a chat with a fellow Asian- Australian to talk about our unique stories and how important identity is in the way we live our lives. Both Matt and I are passionate about building powerful personal brands that help you unpack your superpower and unique stories.
Listen to this as Matt gives some great insight and frameworks for those wanting to make money by being who they are and sharing authentically!
Follow the Personal Branding Sensai here (IG: @mattpurcellofficial): https://www.instagram.com/mattpurcellofficial/
Matt has an event coming up at the Gold Coast Convention & Exhibition Centre on July 7th 2023 with some other successful and powerful entrepreneurs.
More info about the event can be found here: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/personal-branding-event-tickets-640078170037?aff=MATT
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Erin Deering was looking for a bikini to wear on the beach on a second date with her now ex-partner. Craig Ellis, but couldn’t find anything under $100 that didn’t have Hawaain flowers on it. It was either Zimmerman or Billabong back then with no in-between price tag available for women. Little did she know, she would go on to start a multimillion-dollar bikini business known as Triangl – and take it global.
Today, Triangl is sold in over 100 countries and boasts 2.4 million Instagram followers. The company has reported selling around 45,000 bikinis a month, and in 2019, both co-founders were ranked on Australian rich lists with an estimated net worth of $35 million.
Since leaving the brand in 2018, Erin Deering is now a passionate Holistic Mentor, Educator & Speaker. She supports women to “feel good, look good and do good”.
I loved this authentic conversation around business, travel, family and mental health. It's such an important chat and I hope you guys love it!
I highly encourage you to stay in touch with this woman and follow her content - she inspires me daily not only in fashion but in mindset!
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/erinkdeering/
Love Mel x
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A champion for diversity and loving the skin you’re in; Natasha Heal has taken her every experience in life and turned each into a means of growth, acceptance and self love. With a unique ability to recognise the beauty in all things and people, as well as taking hard lessons in her stride, Natasha is an advocate for alopecia awareness, an internationally renowned fashion model and promotes living a mentally well-balance life.
This episode we talk all things growing up in the beauty industry as a model from 13 years old, how she discovered she had alopecia, the struggles and challenges we face with stress and anxiety to taking back your power and your space.
A powerful role model worth connecting with, please follow and engage with her content:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/natashaheal/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@natasha.heal
Thanks for listening to another episode! See you in the next one :)
Mel Yu x
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Welcome back guys! Today I am joined by entrepreneur, photographer, designer, mentor, former cross-fit enthusiast, former controversial public figure in the media, the author of ‘6-figure creative’ but most importantly, down to earth legend whom I have only until recently had the privilege to call a friend, Carly Söderström.
Carly is a straight shooter and I love that about her. We talk about the importance of travel and how experiencing other countries has made us better human beings. We talk about people talking shit on the media and defamation of her personal brand. We also talk about how she got to shoot incredible humans like Dr Jordan B Peterson when he was in Melbourne!
Carly is an amazing creative entrepreneur and I am excited to bring this conversation to your ears today!
Stay in touch here:
https://www.instagram.com/carlzjsoda/
https://carlzjsoda.com/
https://www.6figurecreative.com.au/
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Today's wholesome chat is with my high school friend, Jess Jackson (IG: @jessinbondi who I went to Mordialloc College with between 2003-2008!
Jess is the founder of health and wellness brand, Australian Made Bio Cellulose Sheet Masks, @goodlivingonly_. She is also a certified meditation teacher who aims to share content to inspire not tire so you're empowered to live a balanced life. Jess is passionate about embracing a life you love to live.
We talk all things friendship and high school education, moving from a 9-5 that is not fulfilling and everything else in between. Whether you are in need of a little pick-me-up, a reminder that you are not alone in what you are feeling or going through, this episode is full of golden nuggets between 2 friends so I hope you enjoy!
Make sure to stay in touch with Jess over on social media as this helps both our brands grow. Thank-you for listening!
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How important is it to have a loving and supportive partner? For me, it is the MOST important aspect to ensure I maintain wellness, peak performance and dedication to building my life, my career and my health. It's all very much dedicated to this man here I share the mic with today... my partner, Jordan Consoli!
To everyone that has been with me through my journey, I appreciate you all so much to get to know the man who makes me the happiest woman on the planet. I feel so lucky I get to share life with this guy and we wanted to jump on and have this conversation around relationships to hopefully help some of you too.
We sprinkle it with some business talk and health/fitness industry. It's the perfect conversation to motivate you to just get started... just like Jordan did!
Enjoy this one guys. We love you lots!
Follow JC at @_jordanconsoli over on Instagram & TikTok.
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We are diving in deep here bringing my housemate into the mix! It's been a year of living with Jordan and Beza in my life so what better way to get to know me further and deeper than having her on the show!
Beza is an incredible media personality, MC, host and fashion model. She is a freelancer in the creative community and really helps us all give perspective to those who may be struggling to start! We also talk all things personal branding and her opinion and cautions meeting my partner, Jordan Consoli, for the first time! Listen and find out what she thought!
As always, if you loved this episode and what I do, please give a 5-star review on the platform you are listening on so it reaches more people and ears.
Find Beza on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/by.beza/
See you next ep! x
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Helloooooo world!
I am back after a year and a half from this podcast, The Authentic Me! Life's been busy and when we don't remain consistent and disciplined, things fall off the band wagon... so vola!
Nevertheless, I am keen to put energy back into this show to bring you insightful and authentic stories and ideas. This week, I touch on both discipline and consistency to building successful habits that STICK! Listen to this if you need a reminder that you are capable of GREAT things. You just got to remain consistent and discipline in building healthy habits!
Love always,
Mel Yu x
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WOW! This conversation was SO, SO, SO Powerful! Shani gets down and vulnerable, openly discussing parenthood, finding confidence even through suicidal thoughts and severe moments of depression and sadness. We both cry in this ep!!! So much love for this gal!
If something you hear in this conversation causes heightened emotions within you, please, please reach out and also seek professional healthcare advice.
Lifeline is available for you 24 hours, 7 days a week on 13 11 14. We love you.
Shani Chantel is a 29-year-old plus size model and mumma living in Melbourne who not only embraces but celebrates her body the way it is and encourages women on her social media to do the same. Shani teaches her audience that self and body acceptance begins from your thoughts and the language you use towards yourself.
Episode Show Notes:
- Congratulations on Shani’s divorce! Taking the best out of your lived experiences [6:00]
- Confidence is an emotion [11:05]
- How to bring confidence and feeling good every day despite mental health challenge [14:20]
- The moment that changed her life… Shani makes Mel cry! [15:00]
- The road to confidence is gut-wrenching [18:00]
- All things Kindness and to consciously stop bitching/gossiping/speaking badly to yourself [32:00]
- Lessons to teach our daughters [36:20]
- Expressing your confidence through fashion and styling [46:10]
Stay in touch and follow Shani's journey on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/shani.chantel/
As always, thanks for listening to this platform and growing with me x
Quick one! So sorry for the internet stuffing up our conversation a couple of times during this audio. I hope you can be patient and get through the little cracks in conversation to listen to Jake's very important message!
Jake is an absolute legend and I was so proud to be able to have this chat with him. Jake is bloody real, nothing else to say! I hope you take some valuable lessons from this during World Mental Health Month.
As always, what we say in these conversations are not professional health advice or opinions, these are purely our own lived experience and if you are unsure or concerned for your own mental health and medication intakes, please seek professional advice.
Episode Show Notes:
- Mental health is your own responsibility
- Sharing stories are so important!
- ‘Rise, shine, rest, repeat’ lifestyle planner
- (Download here: https://www.jakeobrien.com.au)
- Jake’s lived experiences that set him to now talk about his mental health journey [9:05]
- What it feels like when your self-worth is at an all-time low – feelings of suicide [14:00]
- Stepping into your purpose [16:20]
- Showing the real you on your social media platform – if it feels truly authentic to you! [22:00]
- Leading from the front – the highs and the lows [25:00]
- Building resilience – the hard times make you stronger! [28:00]
- Changing your script and your story [36:00]
- Seeking professional help to not feel like you are burdening your personal support network [40:00]
- An open conversation around medication and your mental health. We have the power to reassess whether the medication is still serving us in the same way [47:00]
Don't forget to send us a screenshot that you're tuning in! Love you guys!
If she can do it - you can too! Living in Melbourne, Vanessa is a motivational speaker, body builder, sponsored athlete, and a women empowerment leader. Vanessa Calafiore was born with a genetic-disability of having no hands or feet. Growing up, Vanessa also lived through abuse which then caused PTSD, an eating disorder and depression.
Join us on this epic conversation around self-love, going through life's challenges and having a strong mindset! Thanks for listening :) Keep going Ness, you are a freaking dynamite!
Episode Show Notes:
- Sometimes the best things in life have no reason [5:00]
- Bullies only bully on something you are insecure about [10:15]
- Surround yourself with people who lift you up and support you [19:30]
- Sexual abuse, deep depression and drug addictions [22:00]
- What suicide ideations feels like for some of us [29:00]
- What fitness means for a healthy lifestyle – shout out to Doherty’s Gym [32:00]
- Self-care Tools to help you stay mentally well [45:00]
- Love is a choice [50:00]
As always, connect with my community online!
Follow Vanessa's journey here:
@vanessacalafiore
https://www.instagram.com/vanessacalafiore/
Natasa Adamovic is a mental health support worker specialising in psychosocial recovery. She manages clients who live with a chronic mental illness ranging from depression, anxiety, autism, OCD to schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. Tash credits this work to her own lived experience with anxiety to transform and best support her client.
With a Graduate Diploma in Psychosocial Science and has also been coached and mentored by yours truly, Tash is now a leading 1:1 coach to help you transform your inner trauma to living in your truth. She runs incredible online masterclasses and is the host on her very own podcast, called 'The Committee' which shines light on key important topics particularly around men’s mental health.
My key takeaway's from this episode:
- What is generalised anxiety disorder? [8:00]
- What anxiety feels like and how it is activated to protect you [10:00]
- Overcoming your anxiety in small baby steps [14:07]
- What is attachment theory and its four different styles [18:30]
- The fine line between wanting to be loved or not wanting to be abandoned [25:10]
- If you struggle to let someone love you the way you deserve to be loved [28:23]
- What is trauma? [31:29]
- Ways you can help someone who is vulnerable or going through a tough time [36:00]
- How do you combat compassion fatigue? [42:20]
- Looking to get into the mental health industry? Find out how from Tash! [49:01]
Follow Tash on her journey through mental health on Instagram:
@tashadamovic
https://www.instagram.com/tashadamovic/
SUICIDE TRIGGER WARNING: If you, or anyone you care for, is in need of professional support, please reach out to Lifeline by phone on 13 11 14 (24 hours a day) or message a Lifeline Crisis Supporter on 0477 13 11 14 (6pm – midnight every night).
Lauren McDonough suffered from depression since she was 13. In 2017, when Lauren was just 19, her mental state declined to the point where she made an attempt to take her own life. In this moment, Lauren’s life was to change forever.
Episode Show Notes:
What it feels like to be diagnosed with depression as a teenager [6:55]
Self-harming in high school [8:20]
The night Lauren jumped in front of a train and how the healthcare system let her down [11:30]
How our bodies and mind process traumatic events [16:01]
How to find hope when life feels so bleak [20:15]
People who suicide, don’t want to die – they want their painful experiences to stop [23:00]
The importance of having a strong support network for those who struggle with mental health. A reminder that you are not alone [27:01]
Helping people by sharing our stories outweighs worrying about what other people think [29:40]
Lauren shares her greatest fear… [30:50]
Make sure to wish Lauren a Happy Birthday on R U OK Day this year! (September 9th) [37:10]
Stay in touch with Lauren's Journey over on her Instagram account:
https://www.instagram.com/lauren_mcdonough/
Yollana has worked 20+ years in helping founders, executives, entrepreneurs, and individuals to embody their true leadership potential. She uses an approach that is authentic, insightful, supportive and focused on success. Her goal is to understand your leadership goals and context, and how she can add value to your leadership journey.
We dive deep into Yollana's life on this episode and I share her transformative program with you all, Heal Your Past Relationships, that I personally completed which assisted my journey immensely. I am a huge fan and I hope you learn a whole heap out of this conversation, too!
Episode Show Notes:
How COVID-19 has impacted businesses, mental health and as a collective [2:50]
How Yollana’s spiritual upbringing began the early onset of her personal development journey and helping others do the same [11:40]
The rebellious side of Yollana in high school, including getting beat up by girls! [16:00]
You are not your career path – authenticity is not defined by what you do [22:45]
The living process of learning to be yourself and to be more authentic [34:00]
The rings on a tree in our life cycle to becoming more human [39:30]
Grieving the parts of yourself in your past relationships [45:21]
Having a feminine energy and presence through embodying your body [48:54]
Yollana’s anatomies of what makes a good leader and what makes a great leader [58:00]
Keep in touch with Yollana's work:https://yollana.com/https://www.instagram.com/yollana_shore/
My sister (currently 22 years old) speaks with so much wisdom, so much understanding of self-development and so much awareness! I loved spending this time with my sister and our ability to have these vulnerable, honest and deep conversations.
Hear her side of the view within our family dynamics, what it was like for growing up with a broken family and trying to navigate her emotional triggers from being sexually assaulted by a trusted, father figure!
I hope this podcast highlights how important it is to have these conversations with your siblings (if it is safe to do so) and seek to do the inner work for your own healing to better your relationships.
Super proud of you ‘lil sis and thank you for joining us on ‘The Authentic Me’ Podcast.
Podcast key takeaways:
Bursting the high school bubble and finding new friends [12:00]
How Michelle started to study in the Mental health industry [14:01]
Her open discussion around her sexual assault experience and how the school system let her down [15:23]
The basic human need to feel seen and heard when opening up to those we trust [19:00]
Normalising seeking mental health and asking for help [22:12]
How your unhealed trauma projects onto your relationships and those you love [23:40]
Learning a new skill and being self-taught through YouTube [26:52]
When my sister schools me on having perspective haha [30:00]
What an intimate partners role is in your life [31:50]
How to be the truest version of you [37:09]
Follow her and stay connected on socials:https://www.instagram.com/michhyu/
https://www.instagram.com/thebbeautyhub/
Arggghh Shadow Work! What is it? Despite it sounding like some dark, superstitious, witchy stuff - this is actually a form of deep therapeutic work in psychological and spiritual practices. to assist in healing and integrating all parts of you so you can live a full, whole and meaningful life.
If you struggle with relationships, especially the one with yourself, it could be a good indication that there is some shadow work you need to work on. Accepting that all of us have a 'shadow self', demons or bad thoughts, makes us a part of the human experience. You are not an exception!
Out of the darkness and into the light, I hope this podcast episode helps you in your life's journey and self-development. As I continue on my very own journey in self-awareness, I thank you all for coming on this crazy ride with me.
Enjoy!
@mellieyu
Today’s special boss lady, goes by the name of Jada Perfect.
Jada is the founder of the women’s social networking community called Boss Lady Events. The platform and community brings together like-minded women in small business to empower, inspire and educate one another through her coaching programs, educational workshops and social events. Jada and her team help navigate other fellow business owners through the highs, lows and inevitable challenges of a business.
Outside of this glamorous business, she is one-half, the better half dare I say, of the husband and wife duo business, Sesame Pizza located in Hassall Grove, Sydney.
I absolutely loved the boss, feminine and confident energy of this conversation and I really hope you get some amazing takeaways out of it, too!
Episode Show Notes:
- The influence of Jada’s mother on her confidence and values, how important our childhood foundations are [7:20]
- How to talk to yourself and how important the language we use is [12:13]
- Projecting beauty and embodying what is beautiful [14:00]
- How to slide into someone’s DM’s and be authentic! Creating an online network [16:05]
- People do business with people they trust [19:25]
- Starting Boss Lady Events and creating an event from 6 people to growing an empire [23:15]
- How to continuously show up day in, day out [26:19]
- The common pitfalls of start-ups in business [30:43]
- Make that money!!! Change your mindset and live in financial abundance [35:30]
- Jada’s top three tips to living your best life and in fulfillment! [41:45]
- What authenticity means to the one and only, Jada Perfect [47:55]
Keep up to date on all things Jada Perfect and Boss Lady Events here:
https://www.thebosslady.com.au/
https://www.instagram.com/jada_perfect/
https://www.instagram.com/bossladyevents/
Email: hello@thebosslady.com.au
TRIGGER WARNING: This episode has discussions around suicide.
This week I am back with an episode of my own lived experience and journey through mental health, belonging and losing my late partner to suicide.
Between June 14th and June 20th, it is Men’s Mental Health Week in Australia. In most countries around the world, men’s mental health is generally poorer than that of females mental health. More males die earlier, more males have accidents, more males suffer from lifestyle health conditions and more males take their own lives.
In this episode, I encourage you to open up and I lead by example. This episode reminds us all that it is okay to not be okay, but we must endure and weather the storms.
If you, or anyone you care for, is in need of support, please reach out to Lifeline by phone on 13 11 14 (24 hours a day) or message a Lifeline Crisis Supporter on 0477 13 11 14 (6pm – midnight every night).
If you love this episode, please help share the knowledge and podcast to your community! Screenshot and tag me on your Instagram Stories - @mellieyu :)
For 1:1 Coaching and Group Masterminds, please get in touch via email - melissa@mcoevents.com.au
Stay safe and wishing you an abundance of wellness and fulfilment x
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And she is back!!! I guess there are some small perks to Victorian Lockdown 4.50 because with the forced change of pace, I am able to revisit some of these creative passions of mine - PODCASTING!
Sorry it's taken me so long to jump back into the podcasting game and I am thrilled to continue to be able to serve on this journey!
Let's do it. Kicking off with my first quick episode back on, I chat to you about RELATIONSHIPS! Having been busy myself entering a new love and life partnership, I have broken down some of my key thoughts and beliefs of what makes a relationship LONG-LASTING and able to continue to run its course.
On this Episode 22, we discuss:
- The Four Phases/Stages of a Relationship - Attraction/Admiration, Connection, Commitment and Compatibility
- Giving your partner what THEY need and not what YOU need
- Being comfortable with yourself and being alone - Continuing a commitment to working on yourself
- Teamwork makes the dreamwork, remembering you are both on the same TEAM even when you are in a heated argument!
Let me know what you love about some of these thoughts and what else it might take to find that true, LONG-LASTING relationship.
Life is beautiful - embrace everything!
For more of what I do in day-to-day, I am most active on Instagram: @mellieyu
I'M BACCCCCK! After a week M.I.A (Missing in Action) on the podcasting front, I have been busy gearing back up for work, events, coaching and consultancy work! It has been a wild month but I am so grateful to officially launch Season 2 of The Authentic Me podcast with this short episode of where I am at - and how I got here.
On this episode, I dive back into June 2020 (Please listen to Episode 1 and 2 to take you back!) and reflect on how far I have come. What an epic last 4 months where so much has changed and fallen into place for me.
I chat with you about what rock bottom means, my basic tools of gratitude and self-love, overcoming my need to wear make-up and how to activate your FLOW state!
Let me know if you love this type of content and what you would love for me to discuss.
Thank-you all for giving me this platform and space to share.
Keep in touch over on Instagram, follow me at @mellieyu.
For all 1:1 Personal Development, Business and Group Coaching availabilities, email me at melissa@mcoevents.com.au.
See you next week!
Hi everyone and welcome back to the FINAL episode of SEASON 1 on the Authentic Me Podcast. The past 20 weeks has been a crazy journey to say the least, I wanted to take this time to thank you all for tuning in and listening to the incredible, authentic stories of each special guest.
What’s next in store for Season 2? I’m not going anywhere! Expect shorter form content of my personal opinions, thoughts and beliefs in personal development and business. Please drop me a message on Instagram @mellieyu if there is a topic you would love for me to shine light on.
THIS EPISODE'S SPECIAL GUEST stars the legend of a man, Matt Runnalls.
Matt Runnalls is the founder and CEO of mental health charity, Mindfull Aus. Matt is not only a mental health advocate, keynote speaker, workshop facilitator, educated in NLP, Meditation, Sciences of wellbeing, Emotional Intelligence, Assist Suicide Training, Safe Talk and with over 400+ hours of Quantum Learning at California State University – Matt is also featured in books, podcasts, TV media, documentaries, films and song lyrics for his work.
Matt was generous with his time and we spent this hour sharing his learnings and wisdom, and remind us all that we are loved, we are worthwhile and our presence here is important.
Podcast Show Notes here:
- Matt’s gratitude for the year that has been this 2020 despite the change of routine and the perceived ‘missed’ opportunities that have opened other new opportunities [4:10]
- How sitting and bathing in a bathtub of limiting beliefs does not serve you [7:31]
- Replacing habits that don’t serve you with more meaningful, positive habits during lockdown (and beyond) [10:50]
- Understanding your own personal value systems is the first step to self-awareness [14:08]
- When you are feeling hopeless and suicidal, go back to a time that you remember how you want to feel… that becomes your ‘why’ [17:19]
- Getting down and dirty with your own shit – brain health is sexy! [20:25]
- Taking a risk from plumber to charity founder, wrangling in your vulnerability [24:00]
- Coming from a place of service is the true meaning of life [26:04]
- The most common reason for why people die by suicide [27:21]
- Understanding your emotions and adding tools into your tool belt for wellness [29:15]
- If you lead with your heart, you cannot go wrong. You don’t need to be a professional to help someone with mental health challenges, simply hold space [31:39]
- Matt’s work with little kids, the future generation and the true meaning of life [38:00]
- A day in the life of someone with bipolar disorder [43:40]
- Matt’s tips and tools to wellness [46:12]
- We all have a bag of shit that we carry – show up authentically and be the real you from the get-go [51:08]
- How to work with Mindfull Aus and get accredited training [53:50]
Stay connected with Matt and his work here:https://www.mattarunnalls.com/https://www.mindfullaus.org/
https://www.instagram.com/matt.runnalls/
https://www.facebook.com/mattrunnalls91
I LOVED THIS ONE! Two women out to empower as many other lives for the time that we are here, I felt this conversation deep into my heart, bones and core. Laura Grady is a female empowerment coach and meditation teacher helping women align with their inner selves. She swears, she's brutally honest and she is full of knowledge-bombs! You're in for an epic chat, buckle up and enjoy!
Show Notes:
- How Laura was so close to quitting her 1:1 coaching business as recent as this year and how to find that passion and purpose again [3:20]
- Understanding psychology and Laura’s experience with help-seeking [7:32]
- Identifying whether 1:1 coaching is a suitable investment for your personal needs or seek out other services [10:07]
- How Laura builds on her relationships with her coaching clients. Her love, care and authenticity here is absolutely amazing! [14:00]
- If it’s not a FULL BODY FUCK YES, IT’S A FULL BODY FUCK NO! [15:08]
- Laura’s direct approach on how to deal with haters and nay-sayers [19:01]
- The importance of finding your people [21:30]
- The most common theme and insecurity amongst young women in today’s world [27:15]
- Finding purpose – Laura firmly believes that every human has the same shared purpose [34:00]
- Balance doesn’t really exist, allow your wants and desires to eb and flow, and it’s okay wanting more [36:26]
- How to uplift each other and raise the vibration frequency of all our success [43:09]
- Visualisation and Manifestation: How to ask the universe for something and allowing it to deliver [45:16]
- None of us are fully healed; investing in your self-development is absolutely essential. Get a coach, even if you are a coach! [52:28]
Keep in touch on socials:
https://www.instagram.com/lauragradycoaching/
https://www.facebook.com/lauragradycoaching
https://msha.ke/lauragradycoaching/
Welcome back to this week’s episode of Authentic Me. I feel like I have saved this epic Melbourne hometown conversation until the near end of Season 1 of this Podcast. (Season 1 is going to wrap up at Episode 20 with an all-new structure for Season 2 - so thank you everyone for joining me on this journey so far!)
Prahran Summer Jam (PSJ) is Australia's largest outdoor basketball tournament.
24 Elite teams consisting of some of Australia's most talented players descend on Prahran Park, just off Chapel Street in Melbourne, to battle it out for the prestigious Jam Championship. PSJ holds the largest cash prize in Australia when it comes to street ball. In 2019 the 5on5 1st Prize was $10,000 cash and thousands more in cash prizes for the 3X3 Champions and the highly anticipated Dunk Comp! With big stacks of cold hard cash and the prestige of becoming a PSJ Champion on the line, the competition is intense.
Prahran Summer Jam is a collaboration of everything basketball and there's no better way to hear about it than from those who have pioneered this journey. Lots of laughs and insights from these two boys, Daniel Ella and Eamon Larmon-Ripon! Always such a good vibe!
Episode Show Notes:
- Daniel and Eamon growing up as kids together and surrounded by all sports – Basketball entering both the boy’s life in Grade 3 [4:19]
- The pick-up culture in basketball and how the game of ball is for everyone [6:01]
- The explosion of basketball culture and Michael Jordan’s influence on the sport [8:10]
- The difference between American and Australian basketball culture [10:30]
- The Harlem energy and atmosphere of what the Prahran Courts are like [16:18]
- How Eamon came up with the idea of PSJ after his hoop dreams ‘failed’ [21:50]
- Growing the culture and the events team through passion and having aligned values – for the love of ball [33:10]
- If you think you know it all, stop doing what you’re doing. What the boys think of the word ‘failure’ [36:00]
- How to start small in business [39:30]
- How the boys deal with haters haha they don’t! Listen to their answer! [45:35]
- Advice Eamon and Daniel would give to their younger self [48:09]
Shout outs in this episode to:
- KICKS 101
- Ben Simmons
- Patty Mills
- MSF Sports
- NBL
- Mr Miyagi from Prahran Courts
- Jackson
- Billboards The Venue (170 Russel)
- Ho T Lu (City of Stonnington Youth Services)
- Tater (@justater)
- City Kings (RIP Abram Hothnyang @abram25)
- Andre from Melbourne Made Ink Tattoo Studio
- Brother Wolf Prahran
Evie is a Canberra-based Asian Australian who is passionate about health, wellness and all things conscious living. A yoga teacher in many of Canberra’s wellness studios by dawn, a mergers & acquisitions lawyer throughout the day, and in between until dusk, she somehow finds time as a wellness blogger for online lifestyle hub, The Fashion Vault as well as the honouree title of Youth Member on the board of the Australian Red Cross, Evie offers her remaining hours on weekends as a volunteer for the homelessness and human rights sectors!
In this episode, we talk all things stress, the benefits of yoga, what is gut health and her experiences with the Australian Red Cross. Evie was generous enough to share her tips for balance, gratitude and loving your body, too! I hope you enjoy this easy and relaxed chat between Melbourne and Canberra :)
Episode Show-Notes:
- How to balance a stressful career as a lawyer with a regular yoga routine (05:00)
- Understanding that there is no ‘right’ or ‘wrong’ way to do yoga and it just comes back to your breath and taking in time to breathe (10:40)
- Accept that life will not always go to plan, and in times of uncertainty how to be kind to yourself (13:01)
- How to exercise the muscle of healing our thoughts – positive self-talk (17:00)
- Gut health as our second brain and how it impacts the rest of our bodies (19:10)
- Realising that your health is not how you look physically, but how you feel (27:12)
- A discussion around finding balance in all areas of your life – do we ever fully achieve a balance state? (30:48)
- Evie shares her experience as a volunteer and then a National Board Member for the Australian Red Cross (34:30)
- Find out more about the GO WITHOUT CHALLENGE and register for 2021 next time! (38:45)
- How Evie practices gratitude in her life and her life hacks in looking for the good (44:30)
- Find out what Evie’s favourite food is – it’s the same as mine and so, so good! (51:18)
- Evie’s favourite mantra – “Wherever you are, be all there” by Jim Elliot (54:10)
Stay connected with Evie and all her work by following her Instagram here > @eviekay
As with all our episodes, if you LOVE our content, please subscribe, review, like and/or share to your own community so we can impact more people in the world together!
Lots of love, and chat with you guys again soon xx
Welcome back to an all-new episode of The Authentic Me where today’s special guest is an absolute incredible lady and 10 out of 10 boss babe! I had so much fun with this one, there were loads of laughs and giggles between!
Naomi goes by the name Perri Lee. Perri Lee is an Australian DJ who has performed at Rod Laver Arena, FOX FM Rooftop and some of Melbourne's largest annual events like The Formula One Grand Prix, Melbourne Cup and St Kilda Festival. Naomi is also a Clinical Pharmacist at the Alfred Hospital here in Melbourne and was recently promoted to Senior Respiratory Pharmacist. Naomi studied at Monash University and graduated with a Bachelor of Pharmacy (Hons) in 2012.
This episode is also available on YouTube for all those visual learners!
(Subscribe to our channel by clicking here)
Full Episode Show Notes here:
- How it was growing up as an Italian Australian with two sides to her – creativity in drama and theatre studies but also academically driven with two professional parents in the household
- Not feeling like you need to find out who you are and what you want to do with your career during high school – you can evolve and change your career at any time in the future!
- Having family support and having parents who had Naomi’s best interest at heart was important to her initial career decision in pharmacy
- Entering the DJ and Music scene stemmed from wanting to explore her creativity outlets and passion
- Getting nervous performing in front of people she knows but not in front of big crowds
- What it takes to perform live and being able to read the crowd in front of you (experience matters)
- Owning being “EXTRA” in your own skin and your fashion choices
- How to find peace within yourself and recognising that people’s opinions are theirs and not yours
- If people don’t add value to your life, then they shouldn’t be part of it
- DJ Perri Lee opens up on her failures and the importance of learning from your mistakes and failures
- Find out how Naomi goes with our 5 questions in 5 seconds – definitely a good laugh!
Keep following what this beauty is up to here:
https://www.instagram.com/djperrilee/
https://www.instagram.com/naomi.theaussiepharmacist/
MCO Events and all things Mel Yu here:
https://www.instagram.com/mcoevents/
https://www.instagram.com/mellieyu/
www.mcoevents.com.au
Co-founder of one of the top-rated wellness apps, BLOOM, Molly Jane’s purpose is to help people bloom into the best versions of themselves! We get stuck right into it and chat all things wellness, acceptance and spirituality with plenty of laughter in between!
This episode is also available on YouTube for all you visual learners!
Check it out here: MCO Events Channel
Episode Show Notes:
- Release yourself from the expectation or pressure that you have to have “learned a skill” during this time (COVID-19), your learnings will reveal itself over time.
- What wanting to be famous meant for little Molly as a 5-year-old girl
- How to let go of other people’s opinions, give yourself permission to live however YOU want
- Molly opens up about the struggles from her divorce and how she had to look into her identity and self
- How to show up and be honest with yourself even if it means disappointing other people
- Molly’s experience with Bondi Sands and watching a brand grow from initial start-up phase to international beauty giant. Understanding the social media influencer world.
- The journey of creating a wellness app, Bloom, and being in flow state.
- Understanding energy and whether you’re carrying yours or if it’s the weight of other people’s emotions and energy
- Visualisation, guided meditation, affirmations and practicing gratitude
- How to set your intentions for the day and embrace all sides of you in life
Stay in touch with Molly Jane and Bloom App:https://www.instagram.com/mollyjane/
https://www.instagram.com/bloomapp/
Episode 14, I am absolutely stoked to have had this EPIC conversation with Melbourne Peak Performance Coach, Tim Speirs. Never having met Tim, we connected on social media (love those DM's!) and after an initial phone call, I was super excited to have him on as a guest and pick his brain! He has an incredible story and now helps many people around the world live out their best life, too.
Tim Speirs is the founder of Tim Speirs Coaching - he is a Peak Performance Mindset Coach helping business owners, aspiring entrepreneurs, elite athletes, coaches and network marketers achieve consistent Peak Performance by removing all self-doubt, clearing up mental blockages, build the business of their dreams, and get PAID well in the process.
What you will learn in this week's episode:
- Your business won’t excel properly if you don’t clear up a lot of that inner work and inner healing
- Remove the fear of judgment, show up online and offline authentically as you and that is your power
- Using your adversity as your biggest strength and drive
- Your ambition is to rather aim high as f*ck and miss, than to aim low and hit it
- Finding your unique selling proposition means recognising that no one can replicate your personal story
- Be okay with not knowing how it all plays out, just trust and leave the rest to the universe
- Find mentors or those that are succeeding in the field you are in and learn from them
- Studying successful people – "success leaves clues"
- We chat a lot about our main man, @garyvee! Thank-you for all your free content Gary – we are here because of you!
- Practical steps and mindset strategies to get yourself started to execute your dreams/vision
- There are so many ways to get to 100…. Be patient with it.
Get connected with Tim and all his incredible coaching work:
https://www.instagram.com/timspeirscoaching/
https://www.facebook.com/timothy.speirs
https://linktr.ee/timspeirscoaching
Let us know your thoughts, and leave a genuine review on Apple Podcasts so we get the opportunity to share this content with more people! Stay safe, be kind, and sending you all big virtual hugs!!!
This episode I got to dive deep into the mind of the creative director of Iconic Streetwear Fashion brand - Emperor Apparel.
This man's name is ZANE MARSHALL and he is absolutely brilliant and passionate with his approach to life and business. We got to unpack the real hustle and determination it requires to build an iconic movement and culture within a business.
I hope you enjoy this episode and gain some real insight to those who have walked the path you aspire to be on. Remember, you are worthy of success - you just have to do what most people are too afraid to do - WORK HARD!
EPIC Episode - Show Notes:
- What’s changed in the retail and wholesale fashion industry during lockdown and COVID-19
- How testing times expose who the true entrepreneurs are and who disappears
- Zane reveals the truth about being lost in life until he was 26 – you have time.
- How fashion connects you to all areas of life and other industries in business
- Difference between start-up world and corporate business structures – the challenges and realities of scaling a business
- Delegation is the key to scaling and business efficiency and growth
- Advice to those who want to start a fashion brand – start as a side hustle!
- Allow your business to breathe – it needs cash $$$
- Starting a business is like going to war, you cannot become complacent
- Make what you can sell, you do not want dead stock as it will blow your profits
- Build a movement and an audience that actually BUYS not just watching on social media
- The reality of starting a streetwear brand, going up against celebrities and rappers that already have such a strong following and story. Focus on your unique story-telling.
- Creating more than just a t-shirt, you are selling an experience
- How Zane got into retail giant stores like Culture Kings – what it actually takes to get stocked!
- Think about your supply chain and your ability to deliver to retail
- Finding a partner and friends that understands you may not always give them 100% all the time because of your hustle
- How to structure your time efficiently
- Think and grow rich, successful people surround themselves with positive affirmations
All other podcast episodes can be found here: https://theauthenticme.buzzsprout.com/
Stay connected with Zane on Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/zanemarshall/
https://www.instagram.com/emperorapparel/
Please help me spread the positivity and words from these amazing humans by SUBSCRIBING or giving this podcast a GENUINE REVIEW.
Love lots, Mel Yu xx
This conversation is EPIC because it's the MEL AND CARLO SHOW haha. I feel like we always have very deep and epic conversations every time we hang out so it made sense to share this man's wisdom and insight to you all!
Carlo is a mentor on how to become spiritually aligned and how to also thrive in your day-to-day modern life.
Carlo is a Keynote Speaker, resident Meditation teacher on the BLOOM App, Host of The Conscious Podcast & Founder of The Conscious Collective which includes an online community, retreats and wellness events for both the public and corporate workplaces.
Podcast Show Notes here:
- Carlo never felt ‘good enough’ being a young, aspiring pro-soccer player and stopped loving it as much as he use to. It ultimately led him down a very different path!
- How do we stop comparing to others and we are each on our own unique and beautiful journey – comparison is the thief of all joy.
- How to start accepting yourself, loving yourself and finding a place of certainty with WHO YOU ARE
- There is no such thing as overnight success for anyone
- Understanding the core benefits of meditation – bringing more awareness into your life in a busy GO, GO, GO world!
- How Carlo ended up as the resident meditation teacher on the Bloom App (founded by social media influencers, Chloe Szep and Molly Jane)
- You don’t need qualifications to build a career or business, you have lived experiences!
- The three big fundamentals to living your best life! A deeper understanding of gratitude, practising forgiveness and letting go of things in your past, getting clarity on who you are and what you stand for.
- Where your focus goes, energy flows
- Creating certainty in your inner world in such an external, uncertain world (let's say, during a pandemic...)
Hope you guys get lots of value from this one! Stay safe, be well x
Stay Connected to Carlo Cirillo and all his work here:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carlo_cirillo/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/carlo.cirillo.33
The Conscious Podcast: https://linktr.ee/theconsciouspodcast
This week I got to chat with my dear friend, the self-love queen, Lauren Minicozzi.
Lauren has struggled with Body Dysmorphic Disorder, Depression, Anorexia, Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, and as a repercussion is currently battling an undefined chronic illness known as Lymes.
Through her own incredible healing, it led her to writing about her journey in the hope for females to be able to resonate with and help them on their own journeys to self-love. Her book 'A Journey to Health' is based around her experiences and what she did to free herself from the toxic cycle. To remove the shame, fear and isolation so many go through and help females find self-acceptance and body love. She's also got an amazing self-love journal which EVERYONE should have - it's super cute/pink with gorgeous illustrations!!!
Ladies (and gentleman), we only have our one bodies. Please stop looking at other bodies and thinking they have something that you DON'T! You are beautiful as you are, and you are uniquely you - it is time to own that!
I hope this podcast helps you towards that extra step to understanding YOU and loving YOUR BODY. It is literally keeping you alive!
Podcast Show Notes here:
- Feeling like an outcast as a young Italian girl in a western Australian culture (I can totally relate to this coming from a different culture background!)
- Words hurt – being told “YOU’RE FAT!” by a boy in primary school
- Hiding your eating habits from your family and friends to control your food intake
- Understanding the difference between body dysmorphic disorder, anorexia, bulimia and binge eating disorder
- Identifying what really matter in this life – our health, connection and ourselves
- The power of a strong support network to talk about your insecurities, open up to people that will help you lift yourself up
- Lyme disease is an infectious illness caused by the bacterium known as Borrelia. The bacteria is transmitted when an individual is bitten by a vector usually a tick. Lyme disease can impact many bodily systems and organs and can, in some cases, mimic other illnesses ie lupus.
- Going through the healthcare system – don’t give up and keep seeking further professional advice to make sure you have the right diagnosis
- The importance of laughter – be that little kid and keep playing!
To keep up with all things Lauren Minicozzi and all her wonderful work (including her books!!!), connect with her here:https://www.instagram.com/laurenminicozzi/
https://www.instagram.com/raw.is.beautiful/
https://laurenminicozzi.com/
IT'S THE BIG EPISODE 10 GUYS!!!
I am so excited that I’ve made it to the double digits in the podcasting world, so a BIG THANK-YOU to you guys for tuning in and giving me your precious time!
Being the big 10th episode, and celebrating all the small wins, I thought it would be the most perfect opportunity to make this episode a little bit different and special. Get to know me in another way by meeting who I live with - Mia!
Mia is originally from Adelaide, South Australia with an Italian background heritage. She has an incredible story, just like any of us, with a journey towards self-love, self-acceptance and owning being a WOMAN.
Tell the women in your life that you care.
Want to encourage and empower girls and women? Start right in your own home, workplace, and community! Write a note of thanks to that teacher who encouraged you years ago, pick up coffee for that new mom in your office who’s struggling to balance it all, or tell your own sister, daughter, or mother how much you appreciate them.
Excited to share this one as it's just two gals having a bit of fun in the comfort of our own homes.
Episode Show Notes here:
- Moving in with a roommate during COVID-19 Lockdown (What it’s like to live with me! Hehe) – How we are managing
- Understanding family dynamics and if you come from a broken family
- Self-love begins with awakening and accepting that you are the sum of your sh*t and experiences
- Having role models that teach us important skills without us being consciously aware of it
- Redefining what it means to be a ‘failure’ in life and our relationships
- Don’t generalise your past relationships and bring that hurt into your new relationships
- The work on self-love is all on YOU
- Tips on keeping a self-love morning routine and pumping yourself up for the day
- Women supporting women and understanding women empowerment
- Stop apologising and discover who you are unapologetically!
- Understanding our existing society stereotypes between masculine and feminine roles
- Body Image does not equal self-worth!
Stay connected to my special guest and roomie -
Via Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/miavass/
Via LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/miavassallo/
Could this conversation be my best work yet on the podcast?
I LOVED this chat with Mr Dean Blankfield! A spiritual life coach and mentor who is on a mission to help transcend other's to a life of purpose and action. Dean currently resides in Bondi Beach but grew up in Perth and lived in Melbourne too. He is clear and articulate with his language and helped me understand so much about the human mind in very simple terms. This podcast is also up live on YouTube for those who want to see us visually having a laugh and giggle most of this hour. Enjoy!
Podcast Show Notes and Discoveries:
- Understanding generational trauma - why men struggle more with sharing their emotions based on history and society expectations
- Learning how to express our emotions will help you grow in life and business
- How to show up for yourself and in all your relationships, communication and honesty are essential for healthy relationships
- Five love languages clarified - words of affirmation, quality time, giving gifts, acts of service, physical touch.
- Attachment theory (4 different styles - avoidant, anxious, secure and avoidant-anxious) and understanding how our childhood trauma affects our adult relationships and intimate partnerships
- There is no substitute for the deep work, you cannot avoid your pain, you must process it.
- How to move past the blame and pain of a past relationship or someone that hurt you
- Asking powerful questions to get more powerful answers
- Breaking down the language and feelings associated with turning 30 (this was MIND-BLOWING FOR ME personally!)
- Lean into the darkness and slay the dragon to get the gold
- Unlearning everything you think you know to get back to what is most important
YouTube video can be found here: https://youtu.be/QVFj0dIz1vo
Connect with Dean Blankfield here: https://www.instagram.com/deanblankfield/
**Please help me spread the positivity and words from these amazing humans by SUBSCRIBING or giving this podcast a GENUINE REVIEW.
Love lots xx**
So grateful I got to have this meaningful chat with Jamie Totino and talk about his life experiences and how he got into his business, Real Food Vending.
Growing up as a regular Italian Aussie kid, loving sports with his brothers playing footy and cricket, Jamie got to a semi-professional level with VFL and almost started an AFL career. Jamie left school in year 11 to work as a tradie in construction like the rest of his family.
Being fit and active from a child to adulthood, he thought surely there are better fast food options than the sausage roll at the local bakery. With that came Jamie’s lightbulb moment of bringing healthy takeaway alternatives and Real Food delivery service was born in 2017. This has now rapidly evolved into a vending machine franchise and movement. Real Food Vending is available all over Victoria and expanding nationally, with each machine dispensing healthy, mouth-watering meals with just a tap.
Jamie has also built a highly successful education business travelling the country working with business owners coaching and mentoring them to help achieve greater professional and personal success.
This was dope and you can find my key takeaways here below!
Podcast Show Notes:
- How growing up in an Italian family shaped the foundations of adulthood
- Leaving high school for trade school, spending a decade in construction and then starting a business
- Making a hard choice between a football or construction career, and not regretting the decisions you make
- The importance of physical health and sport which initiated the Real Food Vending business idea
- The initial confidence and courage you need to get started
- 119 phone calls to land the first business meeting for Real Food Vending!
- Being direct in your communication via cold email or phone calls
- Not every business has to be your passion project
- Learning the skills in business and accepting you are going to make heaps of mistakes along the way!
- Understanding what drives and motivates you and your staff members
- What does greatness mean – Jamie’s first book release!
As always, stay connected to us here:
Instagram: @jamie_totino / @realfoodvending
Website: https://jamietotino.com.au/
Jamie's Podcast: Learn Grow Do Repeat
Purchase BE GREAT (THE BOOK): https://www.begreatthebook.com/
This week, I have a strategy interview with my good mate, Sam Founda (@smv.style), from Social Connection - one of Melbourne's leading social media marketing agencies (@socialconnection.au).
Sam is a social media marketing guru that has so much knowledge and understanding in the digital marketing space for people that need help with personal branding, business branding and having a distinct presence online in an ever-changing world.
Sam is the author of two books, “10X Your Brand using Instagram Marketing” and his most recent “Social Media Uncovered 2020”, where he has been providing actionable tips and strategies for over 12 years. Having worked and achieved extraordinary success with brands such as New Balance, Air BnB, World Vision and MTV just to name a few, Sam has also been featured 5x in Forbes Magazine and Smart Company publications. In the past 7 years, Sam has achieved over $65 million dollars in sales for brands and businesses world-wide.
Outside of marketing, Sam Founda is also a luxury lifestyle and travel influencer online with a very well-received travel lifestyle blog and an Instagram following of 214K (and counting!). He is such a freaking amazing human with a wealth of knowledge so I was so excited to be able to offer you guys a taste of the work he does.
This episodes key takeaways here:
· Why having an online presence is crucial for business and personal branding
· What it means to be an ‘influencer’ in today’s world
· Sales, branding and marketing to your ideal customer
· Understanding Facebook and Instagram’s ever-changing algorithm
· Invest into paid advertising and generate greater results
· Being an ‘authority’ in your space (and how!)
Stay connected with Sam Founda and Social Connection here:
https://socialconnection.com.au/
@smv.style
@socialconnection.au
As always, let me know how I can help you guys with adding value to your personal development and who you would like to hear from!
Talk about so GRATEFUL to have these guys on the show!!! I was privileged enough to be their very first guest on The Disruption Podcast (Episode 12 – check it out!) but moreover, I feel incredibly blessed to now call these guys my friends.
The Disruption Podcast is four friends having meaningful conversations around pop culture, politics, faith and everything in between. Their purpose is to challenge the norms of our generation. A diverse friendship in cultures, thoughts and opinions between each of the members yet strongly similar in values and belief systems, these four friends all met through their community church.
On this episode, I speak with Daniel, Marwa, Kalows and Noor about the very current and important topics during this crazy global pandemic time. If you're a local from Melbourne, we cover specific ideas around human rights and the patrolled lockdown at the North Melbourne flats.
We also cover key topics:
- Life in quarantine
- What faith and religion mean and how it guides our lives
- Racism in Australia and raising awareness through education
- Advice for aspiring millennials wanting to make a start on something... like a podcast!
Thanks so much to the crew for allowing me to interview them and having a deep discussion around topics I feel are super important to share. Let me know your thoughts and opinions to this episode, always open to new perspectives and ideas.
Stay safe and be well fam!
Connect with the Disruption Podcast crew, here:
@thedisruptioncast
@marwa.kingok
@chiefolasoji
@thegabrial
and
Kalows Abdalla
Listen to these legends here - https://linktr.ee/thedisruptioncast (My episode on theirs is Ep 12!)
Alex Nation became a household name on our National television screens, as Australia followed her journey in love and in turn fell in love with her after she won the reality tv series, ‘The Bachelor’ in 2016, receiving the final and only rose from Richie Strahan. Since then, Alex’s career has skyrocketed and has seen her host her own community radio show on Southern FM, been an active role model and ambassador for Australian Women’s Football and become an open voice for many anti-bullying campaigns.
Her most recent work sees Alex casted as the 1926’s Miss Australia winner Beryl Mills in Channel 10’s Drunk History as well as the latest season of ‘The Bachelor in Paradise’ in 2019 which saw her return at love.
A country girl at heart to national celebrity phenomenon, Alex is a woman that inspires her community daily with her courage and resilience.
On this Episode, we dive deep into her world and talk about:
- Life before, during and after winning 'The Bachelor Australia'
- What is self-love? How do we love ourselves more?
- Sexuality and what do titles like 'bisexual' mean?
- Being trolled on social media from haters
- What it's like to be a young mum and not losing your identity as an individual too
- The things we should look out for before dating or jumping into another relationship
To follow all things Alex Nation, stay in touch over on Instagram at @alexandranation
Episode 4, I am honoured to welcome my dear friend, Mystik Arts, a world-renowned tattoo artist specialising in script, lettering and black and grey. Mystik grew up from humble beginnings with graffiti on the streets of Brisbane, Queensland. He quickly transformed these skills from writing on trains to tattooing on skin. From a tattoo apprenticeship in 2012 and a background in business construction, Mystik has now built a lifestyle of his dreams. He works and lives on his terms with his own private tattoo studio, Harpoon and Highwater (Queensland). The studio now has 11 resident artists specialising in all styles of tattoos and has had over 60 international and interstate guests. Mystik himself has tattooed all over the world, but COVID-19 and nearly losing his partner Daniella and his son, Hunter, was a huge wake up call to redefine his priorities and focus.
He teaches us that money, business and career does not come without huge sacrifices. He gives us advice on following your passion, finding quality time with his family and the importance of human relationships and being kind.
I am so empowered by this man's story, if you ever see him at a national tattoo convention or can visit the studio in Brisbane, make sure to say hi and have a chat!
Stay connected with Mystik Arts on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mystiktattoos/
Harpoon & Highwater Private Studio: https://www.facebook.com/harpoonandhighwater
Born and raised in Melbourne to refugee parents, Roseanne Rofaeel enjoyed a comfortable childhood – but knew that her reality was not the same as others'.
When her plans to work as a missionary overseas were thwarted, she donated her 17th, 18th and 19th birthdays to build water wells for communities in Cambodia, Ethiopia and Mozambique.
She then turned her attention to the suffering she saw in her own backyard, among Melbourne's homeless community. In 2016, she founded Christmas on the Streets (COTS), a non-profit organisation that works to help break the stigma of homelessness, with the mantra: 'Homeless, not hopeless.'
COTS started with a one-off drive to deliver clothing, shoes, food vouchers, sanitary items, sleeping bags and mobile phones – and companionship – to homeless men and women. It has since grown to provide regular street runs and seasonal drives.
Roseanne is now working to extend COTS to become a national organisation to help disadvantaged people from all across Australia. A recent Young Australian of the Year finalist for Victoria 2020, I am so blessed to have Rose on this episode.
We chat all things family values, a life of service, how do we find our purpose and Rose shares some wise and important stories from the people she has met on the streets and in prison.
Find out all things Roseanne and COTS here:
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Web: https://christmasonthestreets.com/
Heartache SUCKS! On this episode, Mel discusses relationships and heartache drawing experiences from her own break-ups and losses.
**A raw and honest discussion around:
- The two ways we deal with a broken heart. We either avoid the pain or we can learn from the pain.
- How to truly love yourself again and what that means
- The importance of acknowledging your pain and the understanding that our emotions are temporary
- Giving yourself kindness and compassion to heal your heart**
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WELCOME!!!
Melissa Yu is a Melbourne-based serial entrepreneur, content creator and keynote speaker for mental health and suicide prevention. Director of MCO Events and Founder of Ego Expo – Australia’s streetwear and lifestyle expo, Mel builds brands and is skilled in the power of authentic story-telling. On this first episode, Mel introduces her intentions for this podcast and scratches the surface on what it means to start living a truly, authentic life.
She discusses her key learnings on how to be authentic including:
- Defining Authenticity
- Letting go of the need to be perfect
- Letting go of what other people think
- Choosing courage over comfort
Thank-you so much for joining in on the launch of this podcast and we cannot wait to start sharing more as our journey together progresses!
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