The Self Care Project

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For the penultimate episode of season 2, I was thrilled to be joined by India Warsop. India shares bravely and openly about Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (Complex PTSD), Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) as well as several other triumphs and hurdles she has faced during her life. Thank you so much India for your generosity of time and spirit.

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If this episode triggered some negative thoughts or emotions, please follow the links I have provided below. YOU ARE NOT ALONE AND THERE IS A WAY FORWARD! It's never too late to get help!

Links to helplines & Useful websites
- Crisis support & Suicide prevention
  - https://www.lifeline.org.au/
- Beyond Blue
  - https://www.beyondblue.org.au/
- Black Dog Institute
  - https://www.blackdoginstitute.org.au/
- Domestic violence
  - https://ntv.org.au/get-help/
- Men's health
  - https://au.movember.com/mens-health/mental-health

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An explanation of why I haven't posted anything in a while. Cheers, Jak.

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This week, I was fortunate enough to speak to Brent Crowley about his daughter Annike. Annike passed away almost 30 years ago at 8 months old. On this episode, Brent shares about his process of grief and the impact Annike has had on his life.

Socialise with us on:

Instagram: @theselfcareprojectau
Facebook: facebook.com/theselfcareprojectau
Email: theselfcareprojectau@gmail.com

If this episode triggered some negative thoughts or emotions, please follow the links I have provided below. YOU ARE NOT ALONE AND THERE IS A WAY FORWARD! It's never too late to get help!

Links to helplines & Useful websites
- Crisis support & Suicide prevention
  - https://www.lifeline.org.au/
- Beyond Blue
  - https://www.beyondblue.org.au/
- Black Dog Institute
  - https://www.blackdoginstitute.org.au/
- Domestic violence
  - https://ntv.org.au/get-help/
- Men's health
  - https://au.movember.com/mens-health/mental-health

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This week, I was joined by Molly Rennie to discuss self-love, body image and general social justice within the realm of social media. We also touch on the following:

Mental Health
Social Responsibility
Why jeans don't fit
Molly’s upbringing
Righteous Anger
Sexual Assault
Narcissism on Social Media

Follow Molly’s journey on Instagram:

@m0l_l_y
https://www.instagram.com/m0l_l_y/

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Instagram: @theselfcareprojectau
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Email: theselfcareprojectau@gmail.com

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This week, I was joined by Ryan A. Bush, the founder of Designing The Mind, an organisation launched to continue the exploration of the human experience as well as providing a framework to optimize our lives. If you want to learn more about Psychitecture, check out Ryan’s book, ‘Designing The Mind: The Principles of Psychitecture’. On this episode, Ryan and I discuss:

A brief look at technologies role in human evolution
What is Psychitecture?
What led Ryan to investigating the human experience
Biases
Why are we so obsessed about being right?!
Can we cultivate the desire to learn rather than to confirm?
Delayed Gratification
Finding meaning within Psychitecture
And much more!

Thanks again for tuning in! Please check out ‘Designing The Mind: The Principles of Psychitecture’ on www.designingthemind.org or grab it on amazon, audible or anywhere else! If you want to have a chance of winning a free signed copy of Ryan’s book, go to www.designingthemind.org/survey and complete a quick survey!

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In the much anticipated return to the Self Care Project, I was joined by Carina to discuss the commonly oversimplified topic of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). However, once again, the conversation took us to a variety of other engaging areas. On this episode, Carina and I discuss:

The current state of our mental health
How is PTSD commonly misunderstood?
Abusive relationship and domestic abuse
Carina’s experience
Her symptoms of PTSD
Her experience of seeking help
Why are women more likely to suffer from PTSD?
Shame and guilt surrounding abusive relationships
Chanel Contos’ consent campaign
Exposure therapy as a response to PTSD?
Grounding techniques
Communicating with our child-self
And much more!

Thanks again for tuning in!

Socialise with us:
- Instagram: @theselfcareprojectau
- Facebook: facebook.com/theselfcareprojectau
- Email: theselfcareprojectau@gmail.com

If this episode triggered some negative thoughts or emotions, please follow the links I have provided below. YOU ARE NOT ALONE AND THERE IS A WAY FORWARD! It's never too late to get help!

Links to helplines & Useful websites
- Crisis support & Suicide prevention
  - https://www.lifeline.org.au/
- Beyond Blue
  - https://www.beyondblue.org.au/
- Black Dog Institute
  - https://www.blackdoginstitute.org.au/
- Domestic violence
  - https://ntv.org.au/get-help/
- Men's health
  - https://au.movember.com/mens-health/mental-health

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This week, I was joined by Jayden Selvakumaraswamy to discuss the expansive topic of meditation. However, once again, the conversation took us to a variety of other engaging areas. On this episode, Jayden and I discuss:

The value of different opinions
Reiki and “Energy”
Thinking during meditation
Mindfulness vs meditation
Do you go to meditation for preparation or for recuperation?
The House That Dan Built
Processing in the moment
A guided meditation with Jayden!
And much more!

Thanks again for tuning in!

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- Instagram: @theselfcareprojectau
- Facebook: facebook.com/theselfcareprojectau
- Email: theselfcareprojectau@gmail.com
The House That Dan Built
- https://www.thehousethatdanbuilt.com

If this episode triggered some negative thoughts or emotions, please follow the links I have provided below. YOU ARE NOT ALONE AND THERE IS A WAY FORWARD! It's never too late to get help!

Links to helplines & Useful websites
- Crisis support & Suicide prevention
  - https://www.lifeline.org.au/
- Beyond Blue
  - https://www.beyondblue.org.au/
- Black Dog Institute
  - https://www.blackdoginstitute.org.au/
- Domestic violence
  - https://ntv.org.au/get-help/
- Men's health
  - https://au.movember.com/mens-health/mental-health

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This week, I gratefully welcomed Zaharah onto The Self Care Project to discuss Post Traumatic Growth! However, as expected, the conversation took us to another incredibly engaging topic: Spirituality. On this episode, Zaharah and I discuss:

Growing older
Grieving in 2020
Post-Traumatic Growth
Spirituality in our life
Materialistic and insincere Spirituality
Beating ourselves up
Death of the ego vs death of the self
Meditation and Yoga
And much more!

Thanks again for tuning in!

Socialise with us:
- Instagram: @theselfcareprojectau
- Facebook: facebook.com/theselfcareprojectau
- Email: theselfcareprojectau@gmail.com

If this episode triggered some negative thoughts or emotions, please follow the links I have provided below. YOU ARE NOT ALONE AND THERE IS A WAY FORWARD! It's never too late to get help!

Links to helplines & Useful websites
- Crisis support & Suicide prevention
  - https://www.lifeline.org.au/
- Beyond Blue
  - https://www.beyondblue.org.au/
- Black Dog Institute
  - https://www.blackdoginstitute.org.au/
- Domestic violence
  - https://ntv.org.au/get-help/
- Men's health
  - https://au.movember.com/mens-health/mental-health

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This week, I was delighted to be joined by Josh Pak to discuss both Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) Having experienced both therapy frameworks, Josh provided some excellent insights as well as some wonderful sharing during a great conversation! We also explore:

Josh’s personal Journey
The Beyond Health Podcast
The basic framework of CBT and DBT
Mindfulness
Imaginative Sensory relaxation
Pro’s and Con’s of DBT and CBT
And much more!

Thanks again for tuning in!

Find the Beyond Health Podcast:
- Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1SZApBUQtRmbbXQoaGUWxd?si=einuGm0qRIKbsxfpKy6bhA
- Instagram: @beyondhealth2020
Socialise with us:
- Instagram: @theselfcareprojectau
- Facebook: facebook.com/theselfcareprojectau
- Email: theselfcareprojectau@gmail.com

If this episode triggered some negative thoughts or emotions, please follow the links I have provided below. YOU ARE NOT ALONE AND THERE IS A WAY FORWARD! It's never too late to get help!

Links to helplines & Useful websites
- Crisis support & Suicide prevention
  - https://www.lifeline.org.au/
- Beyond Blue
  - https://www.beyondblue.org.au/
- Black Dog Institute
  - https://www.blackdoginstitute.org.au/
- Domestic violence
  - https://ntv.org.au/get-help/
- Men's health
  - https://au.movember.com/mens-health/mental-health

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This week, I was delighted to welcome Lise Bosch onto the show to discuss vulnerability and authenticity. Lise is a writer and we dig into her two published pieces on ‘Perspective’ the blog. We also explore:

Lise’s writing process
How Lise turns her thoughts into writing
Social Anxiety
Body image
Developing trust in your value
And much more!

Thanks again for tuning in!

Find Lise’s writing at https://msha.ke/lisebosch/
Socialise with us:
- Instagram: @theselfcareprojectau
- Facebook: facebook.com/theselfcareprojectau
- Email: theselfcareprojectau@gmail.com

If this episode triggered some negative thoughts or emotions, please follow the links I have provided below. YOU ARE NOT ALONE AND THERE IS A WAY FORWARD! It's never too late to get help!

Links to helplines & Useful websites
- Crisis support & Suicide prevention
  - https://www.lifeline.org.au/
- Beyond Blue
  - https://www.beyondblue.org.au/
- Black Dog Institute
  - https://www.blackdoginstitute.org.au/
- Domestic violence
  - https://ntv.org.au/get-help/
- Men's health
  - https://au.movember.com/mens-health/mental-health

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This week, I was delighted to invite Amelia Crowley on to the show to discuss how we can help support those struggling with their mental health and the struggles that come with that! On this episode, we explore:

Giveaway reminder!
Amelia’s “occupation” ;)
Creating a space for vulnerability and openness
Who Amelia supports
Empowering others to share their struggles
And much more!

Thanks again for tuning in!

Socialise with us:
- Instagram: @theselfcareprojectau
- Facebook: facebook.com/theselfcareprojectau
- Email: theselfcareprojectau@gmail.com

If this episode triggered some negative thoughts or emotions, please follow the links I have provided below. YOU ARE NOT ALONE AND THERE IS A WAY FORWARD! It's never too late to get help!

Links to helplines & Useful websites
- Crisis support & Suicide prevention
  - https://www.lifeline.org.au/
- Beyond Blue
  - https://www.beyondblue.org.au/
- Black Dog Institute
  - https://www.blackdoginstitute.org.au/
- Domestic violence
  - https://ntv.org.au/get-help/
- Men's health
  - https://au.movember.com/mens-health/mental-health

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This week, we take a look at the 4 main causes of isolation during this period of quarantine. On this episode, we explore:

Prize Giveaway!
Isolation vs loneliness
disconnection
Passion and Purpose
And much more!

Thanks again for tuning in!

Socialise with us:
- Instagram: @theselfcareprojectau
- Facebook: facebook.com/theselfcareprojectau
- Email: theselfcareprojectau@gmail.com

If this episode triggered some negative thoughts or emotions, please follow the links I have provided below. YOU ARE NOT ALONE AND THERE IS A WAY FORWARD! It's never too late to get help!

Links to helplines & Useful websites
- Crisis support & Suicide prevention
  - https://www.lifeline.org.au/
- Beyond Blue
  - https://www.beyondblue.org.au/
- Black Dog Institute
  - https://www.blackdoginstitute.org.au/
- Domestic violence
  - https://ntv.org.au/get-help/
- Men's health
  - https://au.movember.com/mens-health/mental-health

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Are you living in the shadow of yourself?

This week, I shared some writing that I did earlier this year about my idea of ‘Blue and Yellow’. On this episode, we explore:

Growth
The pros and cons of Idealism
What is ‘Blue and Yellow’?
What are your achievements built upon?
Accepting who you are and who you could be
And much more!

Thanks again for tuning in!

Socialise with us:
- Instagram: @theselfcareprojectau
- Facebook: facebook.com/theselfcareprojectau
- Email: theselfcareprojectau@gmail.com

If this episode triggered some negative thoughts or emotions, please follow the links I have provided below. YOU ARE NOT ALONE AND THERE IS A WAY FORWARD! It's never too late to get help!

Links to helplines & Useful websites
- Crisis support & Suicide prevention
  - https://www.lifeline.org.au/
- Beyond Blue
  - https://www.beyondblue.org.au/
- Black Dog Institute
  - https://www.blackdoginstitute.org.au/
- Domestic violence
  - https://ntv.org.au/get-help/
- Men's health
  - https://au.movember.com/mens-health/mental-health

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This week, I was delighted to be joined by my brother, Max Sherlock, to discuss the struggles that the LGBTQI+ community face with their mental health. On this episode, we explore:

Max’s journey coming out as gay
The struggles that the LGBTQI+ community face
Abuse against non-heterosexuals
Coming out
Support for people who are sexually/gender diverse
And much more!

Thanks again for tuning in!

Find Max on instagram:
- @maxsherlock
Socialise with us:
- Instagram: @theselfcareprojectau
- Facebook: facebook.com/theselfcareprojectau
- Email: theselfcareprojectau@gmail.com

If this episode triggered some negative thoughts or emotions, please follow the links I have provided below. YOU ARE NOT ALONE AND THERE IS A WAY FORWARD! It's never too late to get help!

Links to helplines & Useful websites
- Crisis support & Suicide prevention
  - https://www.lifeline.org.au/
- Beyond Blue
  - https://www.beyondblue.org.au/
- Black Dog Institute
  - https://www.blackdoginstitute.org.au/
- Domestic violence
  - https://ntv.org.au/get-help/
- Men's health
  - https://au.movember.com/mens-health/mental-health
- LGBTQI+
  - https://www.lgbtihealth.org.au

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This week, we tackle the most common mental illness in Australia; Anxiety Disorder. On this episode, we explore:

What is anxiety?
What do the stats tell us???
Symptoms of anxiety
Types of anxiety
Panic Attacks
And much more!

Thanks again for tuning in!

Socialise with us:
- Instagram: @theselfcareprojectau
- Facebook: facebook.com/theselfcareprojectau
- Email: theselfcareprojectau@gmail.com

If this episode triggered some negative thoughts or emotions, please follow the links I have provided below. YOU ARE NOT ALONE AND THERE IS A WAY FORWARD! It's never too late to get help!

Links to helplines & Useful websites
- Crisis support & Suicide prevention
  - https://www.lifeline.org.au/
- Beyond Blue
  - https://www.beyondblue.org.au/
- Black Dog Institute
  - https://www.blackdoginstitute.org.au/
- Domestic violence
  - https://ntv.org.au/get-help/
- Men's health
  - https://au.movember.com/mens-health/mental-health

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Episode 4 of The Self Care Project!

This week, I was delighted to have a chat with my good friend David Chun about meaning and happiness! On this episode, we discuss:

David shares a brief testimony
The positive and negative effects of community
Meaning vs Happiness
Which one is more important to David?
What Christianity offers David that he hasn’t found anywhere else
And much more!

If you’d like to have a chat with David, reach out to him:

Instagram: @chundavidchun
David’s and my podcast: @theartistnotepad

Thanks again for tuning in!

Socialise with us:
- Instagram: @theselfcareprojectau
- Facebook: facebook.com/theselfcareprojectau
- Email: theselfcareprojectau@gmail.com

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Episode 3 of The Self Care Project!

This episode, we discuss:

Depression is confusing!
What is Depression?!
Signs and symptoms of Depression
Different types of Depression
Sadness/Grief vs Depression
How to fight back!
Why we need to do more

If this episode triggered some negative thoughts or emotions, please follow the links I have provided below. YOU ARE NOT ALONE AND THERE IS A WAY FORWARD! It's never too late to get help!

Links to helplines & Useful websites
- Crisis support & Suicide prevention
  - https://www.lifeline.org.au/
- Beyond Blue
  - https://www.beyondblue.org.au/
- Black Dog Institute
  - https://www.blackdoginstitute.org.au/
- Domestic violence
  - https://ntv.org.au/get-help/
- Men's health
  - https://au.movember.com/mens-health/mental-health

Thanks again for tuning in!

Socialise with us:
- Instagram: @theselfcareprojectau
- Facebook: facebook.com/theselfcareprojectau
- Email: theselfcareprojectau@gmail.com

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Episode 2 of The Self Care Project!

This episode, we discuss:

Thanks for all the support
What is Existential Anxiety?
My personal experience with existential anxiety
COVID-19
How can we fight it?

Thank you again for tuning in!

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- Facebook: facebook.com/theselfcareprojectau
- Email: theselfcareprojectau@gmail.com

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Welcome to the first episode of The Self Care Project!

On today's episode, we discuss:

The 3 pillars of self care
The "mythconceptions" of self care
Why you should implement a self care routine into your life.
False ideas of what self care is

Thank you for tuning in!

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A taste of what's to come!

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See you next episode!

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