Psych Up!: Recent Episodes
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Psych Up! is a fortnightly podcast that provides psychology tips and tricks, based on scientific methods and research. Our team of psychologists have a wealth of experience, and share their best advice to improve your performance.
Did you know that 70% of female executives experience imposter syndrome at work? That's huge!
With International Women's Day just around the corner, counsellors Fiona and Kathryn are here to share some expert strategies on how to overcome this common feeling.
Imposter syndrome can affect anyone, regardless of gender. Trust us when we say you won't want to miss out on these tips!
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Are you feeling overwhelmed by the constant stream of crises happening around us? It's tough, right? But don't worry, you're not alone. āļø
Psychologists Kate and Sara are here to help you navigate through these stormy times with practical strategies that you can implement in your everyday life. Let's dive in and make sure you're taking care of yourself in the midst of all this chaos.
š”Episode Resources:
- Reflectly App
- Daylio App
- Black Dog Institute - Daily Mood Chart
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As we draw closer to the big day of love, provisional psychologist Sara and registered Psychologist Kate chat all about strategies for managing emotional expectations.
No matter your relationship status - you wonāt want to miss this one! š
š”Episode Resources:
- Esther Perelās Blog - My Worst Valentineās Day
- The Self-Care Wheel
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Are you tired of feeling like a pushover or coming off too strong in your conversations? š¤
Do you want to learn how to confidently express yourself without being too aggressive? š¤
Tune in and listen to our provisional psychologists, Sara and Rikeya, as they share their tips on finding the perfect balance between passive and aggressive assertiveness.
Don't miss out on this engaging discussion!
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Welcome back to another episode of Psych Up!
Join us as we chat with provisional psychologist Sara about the psychology of habits. We'll delve into how habits form and explore ways in which we can break bad habits and create new, healthy ones.
š”Episode Resources:
- Washington Post Article How to help your brain form healthy habits and break the bad onesby Sam Jones
- Stay tuned for our upcoming blog The 66-Day Reset: Setting New Healthy Habits by Veretis
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Get ready to feel the holiday spirit! In today's episode, we're joined by the amazing provisional psychologist, Sara, to talk all about the art of mindful eating during this festive season. So sit back, relax, and let's dive into this exciting topic together!
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Welcome to today's episode where we'll be diving even deeper into the important topic of burnout. Whether it's at work, in our relationships, or as caregivers, burnout can be incredibly challenging to overcome. š„
But don't worry, we've got you covered! Joining us today is provisional psychologist David, who will be sharing some valuable insights and strategies to help you tackle burnout head-on. So sit back, relax, and let's get started! š
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As we head to the end of 2023, let's chat about the topic on everyone's minds... burnout š§Ø
Provisional Psychologist Erica shares the psychology behind burnout and the symptoms you may experience when you are burned out.
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Welcome back to another spine-chilling episode of Psych Up! š
Today, we delve into the psychology behind secret-keeping and keeping skeletons in your closet. š
Provisional Psychologist David shares some insightful tips on how to break this habit and put an end to the constant need for secrecy.
Let's dive into his advice and learn how to live a more open and honest life. š¬āØ
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In the spirit of spooky season š, this episode of Psych Up! will delve into the modern-day witch hunt that is cancel culture! š§āāļø
With the cultural phenomenon gaining momentum in recent years, we ask psychologist Rikeya to de-code mob mentality and the importance of balancing free speech and accountability in the digital age. š±āØ
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Do you procrastinate? Miss deadlines? Refuse to get help? š£
If you're tired of letting these behaviours stop you from achieving your goals, look no further! š
In this episode of Psych Up! we join clinician Rany as we delve deeper into self-sabotaging behaviours and the signs to look out for in your personal and professional life.
Don't let negative patterns hold you back, listen now! š§
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In our previous episode, "Empowering Yourself," psychologist David guided us through unlocking our inner potential and gaining control of our lives š
So, in this episode, we're going to be answering some of your most pressing questions about empowering others and discovering how it can create a ripple effect of positive change in your personal and work life šŖ
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Ready to embark on your own journey of self empowerment ? š§ā Our latest episode is all about unlocking your inner potential and taking control of your life by empowering yourself šā
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In this episode of Psych Up, we explore a topic that often lingers in the hearts of many... ādo you love me?ā š§ā Listen to this insightful podcast today about reassurance in relationships !
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In our latest episode, we discuss the common question āwhy do I need constant reassuranceā
Whether you have experienced this need for reassurance or if you are simply curious about the human behaviour than this episode is for you !
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In this episode, we are back with provisional psychologist David to talk all about uncertainty in relationships. If you are currently or have previously experienced uncertainty in a relationship or if youāre interested in learning something new, this episode is for you!
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In this episode of Psych Up, we talk about a topic most of us have experienced at some point throughout our life... uncertainty. Whether itās in our personal or professional lives, uncertainty can be a source of stress, and anxiety, leaving us feeling overwhelmed and out of control. Listen as we break down what uncertainty is and explore strategies for dealing with uncertainty with provisional psychologist David !
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In this episode of Psych Up, we dive into the topic of letting go of the past. Join us as provisional psychologist Sara shares her insight into this widely discussed topic. We explore the challenges of letting go, the negative outcomes of clinging to the past, and the strategies you can use to finally let go of the past, for a brighter future.
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Are you struggling to deal with the expectations set from others or even yourself ?Ā In this episode of Psych Up, we talk with psychologist Edrei about the psychology behind expectations and how we can let them go !
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In this episode of Psych Up, we focus on the issue of toxic positivity, exploring how it can impact us when we receive it from others or when we display it ourselves. We also breakdown the beloved Ted Lasso to see if he's truly an exemplar of positivity or if his behaviour could be considered toxic. Listen now for this eye-opening discussion with provisional psychologist David.
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Positivity and good vibes only, itās great, but did you know that sometimes too much positivity can be a bad thing?
In this episode of Psych Up, we talk with provisional psychologist David all about toxic positivity and the dangers of good vibes only.Ā
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In this episode of Psych Up, we unpack with provisional psychologist Elliot, the consequences of being a perfectionist, and the strategies we can use to stop being one !Ā
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In episode 72 of Psych Up, we talk with Veretis Psychologist Edrei all about perfectionism. If you are a perfectionist yourself, or if you want to learn about understanding perfectionism, then this episode is for you !Ā
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In episode 71 of Psych Up, we talk all about assertiveness with clinician Fiona. If your wanting to learn how to be assertive, how it can benefit your life or to learn a new communication skillĀ than this episode is for you !Ā
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āYou are the architect of your lifeā
In our latest psych up episode, we talk with Veretis psychologist Sara about the importance of saying no. We discuss the impact saying no can have on our lives, why we may struggle saying no and how we can say no to friends, work and in relationships.
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In this episode of Psych Up, we talk all about being the main character with Veretis psychologist, Elliot. We discuss what it means to be the main character, what to do when we feel like the supporting character and shift our perspective to look into the downsides of 'main character syndrome'.Ā
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Our first Psych Up episode for 2023 is all about prioritising yourself. Listen to Veretis psychologist and managing director Oliver talk about the importance of prioritising yourself, why you may struggle and the ways you can start putting yourself first.Ā
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With 2023 around the corner this episode of Psych Up is all about the new year and the resolutions we set for ourselves. Listen to Veretis Psychologist and Director, Grant provide his insight into why it's time to ditch the 'new year, new me' mindsetĀ
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With Christmas around the corner, some of you may be finding the anxiety starting to creep in, be from the stress of gift giving to the pressures of being around the family for the holidays. In this episode of Psych up Veretis psychologist Ederi provides helpful strategies to beat this anxiety for a calmer, happier Christmas.Ā
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In our latest episode of Psych Up, we talk all about Invalidation and the ways we can heal from this with Veretis Psychologist Sara.Ā
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Have you ever wondered why you might crave external validation? how you can hold back the tears when you don't receive it ? or even how to engage in validation yourself ?Ā
Our latest episode of Psych Up answers all these questions and more providing a psychologists perspective to external validation with our managing director Oliver.Ā
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Have you ever encountered someone who significantly reduces your emotional energy ? Someone who makes you feel overwhelmed, exhausted or drained in their presence ? If so you may have encountered an energy vampire !
Our latest episode is here to help, providing helpful tips from our psychologists Annie and Grant discussing how to spot and protect yourself from these energy vampires.
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In episode 62 of Psych Up we talk all about the psychology behind ghosting with Veretis psychologist Sara.Ā
We explore why we ghost, how this impacts mental heath, the ways to cope with being ghosted and the different approaches we can take to avoid ghosting others.Ā
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In this episode, we talk emotional control with Veretis Psychologist Mitchell. We explore why we try to control our emotions, how this impacts our health and the techniques to practice emotional control in a healthy and manageable way.Ā
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In this episode, we talk to Veretis psychologist Oliver about releasing suppressed emotions. We explore where these suppressed emotions go, how we can identify that we are suppressing our emotions, the consequences that may arise and the techniques we can use to emotionally deal with difficult situations.Ā
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In episode 59 of Psych Up! Veretis psychologist Mitch discusses compassion overload, how it poses a threat to an individuals mental health and the strategies to prevent reaching the compassion fatigue stage. ā
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In this special edition episode of Psych Up, our Managing Director Oliver speaks to Doctoral Research Fellow, Rose Boyle. Rose is completing herĀ PhD inĀ Criminology and Sociology at the University of Oslo, where they discuss her research focusing on substance abuse disorder treatment in theĀ NorwegianĀ prison system. During her research Rose has conducted ethnographic fieldwork in high-security prisons interviewing both people in prison, and prison healthcare staff. Rose provides insight into how she looked after herself during this time, the stigma surrounding substance abuse and highlights the changes that should be made to improve the prison management system.Ā
In this episode of Psych Up, we talk to Veretis psychologist, Annie about compassion fatigue. Annie provides deep insight into the warning signs, how she personally overcomes this fatigue and advises the ways we can refind our compassion when experiencing this fatigue.Ā
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'A story so relevant and real, it has been hailed refreshingly beautiful.'
In this episode, we interview a Special guest, Zac Hodge. We interviewed Zac last year where he shared his story with us, expressing his identity crisis, steps he took to confront his crisis and strategies that helped him through his journey. He also introduced his book, 'Come Undone', which has now been published and released under the pen name Xavier James.
In this episode we discuss with Zac, individuality, what it means to him, the influence of social media, the barriers to expressing yourself and strategies to express your individuality. This topic is a prominent theme in his book, expressed through his true story of delicately revealing the boy that he was forced to bury.
Zacās book is raw and raunchy, provides insights into sexuality uncertainty, parental divorce, mental health battles, religious freedom, marriage equality, coming of age, sexual assault, and young love that is forbidden to shine. All must be navigated to unlearn who he was taught to be, and embark on the terrifying journey to discover who he authentically is.
The book is available at comeundonebook.com, the ebook available via Amazon Kindle, where it hit #1 on the LGTB Memoir Chart and you can learn more about it via his Instagram page @comeundone.book.
āBe the person who inspires others to be their individual selfā
In this episode of Psych Up! Veretis provisional psychologist Rikeya provides insight into individuality and identity, highlighting the importance and impact on ourselves and others. Rikeya also discusses how individuality and identity can be encouraged in the workplace, and what to do if these are not being recognised.
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In episode 55 of our Psych Up series, Veretis psychologist Mitch explores how we can bring laughter into the workplace, discussing the steps of approaching humour and what employees and leaders can do to encourage laughter in the work environment.Ā
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In episode 53 of our Psych Up series, Veretis psychologist and former Australian representative Rachel, discusses mental and physical health in sport, exploring the most common risks that arise and the strategies individuals and teams can implement to battle these risks.
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In episode 54 of our Veretis Psych Up Podcast series, Tiana interviews one of our in house psychologists, Andrew on the topic of everyday laughter. They discuss the importance and benefits of laughter as well as strategies on how to bring laughter into your everyday routine and life.Ā
In episode 52 of Psych Up! Tiana and Grant discuss signs of an imbalance between mental and physical health, how to balance these areas within a workplace and tips on asking for help.
In Episode 51 of our Psych Up! Series, our Head of Forensic Services, Andrew, is interviewed on the topic of 'Narcissism in the Workplace'. The discussion explores how to navigate narcissism in co-workers and leaders, how narcissistic personality types can affect the workplace, signs and identifiers to look out for, and some general knowledge about Narcissistic Personality Disorder. This intent of this episode is to provide general information - if you are seeking formal diagnosis or specific information, please consult a healthcare professional.Ā
In episode 50 of our Veretis Psych Up Podcast Series, one of our provisional psychologists, Madi is interviewed on the topic, 'Red Flags of Manipulation'. The discussion covers signs you are being manipulated, the different types of manipulation and how to break free from this manipulation you may be experiencing as well as discussing the other side to manipulation, the manipulator. Madi identifies how to recognise manipulative tendencies in yourself and provides strategies on how to combat these tendencies.Ā
In episode 49 of our Veretis Psych Up Podcast series, one of our provisional psychologists, Rikeya is interviewed on the topic, strength in togetherness. She explores togetherness, how it impacts our mental health, why it is important, the impact COVID has had on togetherness and how to encourage individuals who might feel anxious to reach out and find a sense of belonging and community.Ā
In this Episode #48 of Psych Up!, clinician Evie talks through what International Women's Day means for women's mental health, and in the context of our March topic of togetherness. International Women's Day is a great time for self reflection and thinking about what gender means to you - as well as how this works together with the society we live in.Ā
Episode 47 of our Psych Up Podcast series explores the importance of community in the practice of groundedness. Our special guest, Grant Brecht, Head of Clinical and Consulting Services here at Veretis emphasises how community provides a sense of support and connectedness along with purpose and meaning. Individuals are more likely to experience higher levels of anxiety and depressive disorders when they don't engage with others or if they don't have activities to look forward to on a daily basis. Grant highlights the point of not becoming a victim of loneliness.Ā
In this podcast we explore vulnerability, how it is present in groundedness, the benefits of adopting vulnerability in your life and finally strategies on how to be vulnerable in a beneficial way!
In episode 45 we explored the importance of reflecting over the past year whilst preparing ourselves for the coming year. Fiona takes us through strategies to really reflect on the past, how to rest and rejuvenate and finally create our vision for 2022.
In Episode 44 of our Psych Up podcast series, we discuss the ways we can support others during the Christmas period. Kate and Mitch, both psychologists here at Veretis highlight the challenges some people face during Christmas, the signs someone might be struggling and how to support them if they are.
In episode 43 of our Psych Up podcast series! We interview one of our Provisional Psychologists Mitch about the concept of Flow and the ways it can be used in performance. Mitch discusses the definition of flow, the importance of flow in a team setting, its relation to performance and strategies to implement flow.
Episode 42 of the Psych Up Podcast series explores the concept flow. Grant Brecht, the Head of Clinical and Consulting services here at Veretis defines flow, discusses how it's correlated with well-being along with the benefits, negatives and strategies to achieve this flow state.Ā
October is mental health month, so we have been focusing on mental health across the generations. In this Psych Up episode, we discuss the varying mental health trends across the generations and how each generation can help each other.
We interview Rachel and Grant, where Rachel is a provisional psychologist part of Gen Z and Grant is the Head of Clinical and Consulting Services here at Veretis, part of the Baby Boomers generation.
In episode 40 of the Psych Up Podcast series, Head of Clinical and Consulting Services at Veretis, Grant Brecht is interviewed on the mental health challenges Baby Boomers and the Sandwich Generation experiences. He discusses the common mental health difficulties faced by Baby Boomers and the common stressors faced by the Sandwich Generation. He ends with recommending approaches to addressing these mental health issues that appear within these generations.Ā
This episode of our Psych Up podcast series explores the topic, 'Imposter Syndrome in the Workplace'. Clinical Psychologist Grant Brecht talks about what imposter syndrome is, how it can impact individuals at work and identifying and helping those experience imposter syndrome. It finishes off with strategies for leaders and managers to help manage imposter syndrome.Ā
This episode of our Psych Up podcast series explores the topic, 'Imposter Syndrome'. It delves into what it is and how it can affect our mental health. It finishes off with strategies on how to combat imposter syndrome as well as how to help others who may be experiencing it.Ā
In this episode of Psych Up, we explore the identity in terms of Women's Equality Day. We explore this topic with our guest, Lauren Fahey the General Manager of the National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC). Lauren talks about challenges that construction as an industry faces, including mental health issues and high suicide rates, as well as what NAWIC aims to achieve, and how being a member impacts members identity.
This is the first in a series of podcasts with members of the NAWIC board, exploring mental health in construction and how we can work to bring these numbers down.Ā
In this episode of Psych Up, we explore the complications of identity; what is it and why do we struggle with our identity and self. We explore this topic through our guest, Zac Hodge's own identity journey. Zac shares his story with us, expressing his own identity crisis, steps he took to confront his crisis and strategies that helped him through his journey. He emphasises that we all have fear and fear tells us lies, but you need to decide whether you are going to let fear control your life or whether you are going to take it back and make life yours. Five seconds of courage can make all the difference.Ā
Zac is also writing a book, 'Come Undone'. His story of learning to love his authentic self will be released later in 2021.Ā
In this episode of Psych Up! Hana has interviewed Grant, Veretis' head of clinical and consulting, to discuss gaslighting in the workplace. From strategies identifying, addressing and overcoming gaslighting in the workplace, this episode covers it all. Tune in to discover how to protect yourself and others from this form of psychological manipulation.Ā
Today we are discussing the term gaslighting with in house psychologist, Ash.
We cover topics ranging from 'what is gaslighting?' to 'how to identify gaslighting' as well as 'how to help people experiencing gaslighting.'
The link to the episode is below:
https://anchor.fm/veretis/episodes/What-Is-Gaslighting-e139g9t
In this episode of Psych Up! Grant Brecht talks about critical management skills that can be applied to ensure adaptability and success in our ever changing environment. Grant will explain how to implement these skills so that we can overcome challenges that may present themselves in the workplace, especially during these turbulent times of Covid and Post Covid.Ā
Oliver Moran, ranked 4th in the UCI rankings in Junior Elite and 2nd in the BMX World Championships along with 4 time National Championship wins in BMX Cycling is interviewed in this podcast where he expresses his ongoing experience of training during the pandemic. He expresses how he is maintaining his motivation to train especially during the period where all competitions were cancelled. Oliver finishes the podcast with some valuable advice being, 'become comfortable with the uncomfortable'.Ā
This episode of Psych Up explores the importance of an organisations culture for their employee's happiness, well-being and performance. Healthy organisations have cultures that enable the individual to get tasks done well and to interact with each other in a constructive, committed and accountable manner. Hence, a constructive culture leads to socially healthy employees, who give more back to the organisation.Ā
This episode of Psych Up explores the power of the mind where Jasmin Sargeant, Australian representative in 2017 and 2018 at the World Mountain Running Championships expresses the critical role your mind plays in competitive sport. She highlights how a strong and powerful mind can fuel performance along with mental preparation, self-talk and mental rehearsal.Ā
This Psych Up focused on the mental game! It explores the skills that are critical to be built to be as successful as we are capable of becoming in the pursuits that are meaningful to us. The importance of attitude, motivation levels, specific goals and commitment to these goals and our interpersonal skills are discussed. It's stressed that we must learn from both our successes and failures and we should pursue excellence not perfection.Ā
This episode of Psych Up! explores how to adapt a positive mindset to use challenges as an opportunity to learn about ourselves, the world or what to do next time in a similar situation. Additionally, the barriers that can stop us from learning from challenges is discussed as well as effective strategies that can be implemented to allow us to learn from our challenges.Ā
This episode of Psych Up! explores the bravery in challenging yourself. Ex-AFL player, Ed Lower is interviewed this week where he expresses his personal and professional sporting challenges that he confronted throughout his life, in particularly his career ending injury. He sheds light on his learnings and perspectives gained from facing adversity along with his new mindset shaped by reflecting on his past.Ā
This episode of Psych Up! explores the power of compassion. Oliver Brecht, Managing Director at Veretis interviews Janoah Vankekem, from Momentum Lifestyle where they discuss the transforming role of challenges and how they can be an opportunity to grow and learn into today's current environment. Currently, Janoah runs the Momentum Lifestyle Project which is a men's wellness performance organisation as well as Mind Maverick, a meditation business. He provides valuable insights into the place of compassion in the corporate world and more broadly in society.Ā
In this episode of Psych Up! Grant Brecht explores compassion in today's environment, one of uncertainty and adaptability as we live during a pandemic. He communicates ways to show compassion to others as well as the importance of self-compassion.
Part 2 explores the challenge of making yourself more predictable to yourself and to others and the benefits that arise from the ability to do this. It also focuses on the benefits of predictability for leaders and the various forms this takes.
Psych Up! Episode 24 explores the challenges and benefits in predicting human behaviour. Part 1, specifically focuses on what makes people unpredictable. It explores the questions why do we respond to things differently and why do we interpret different triggers and stimulus in different ways to others.
This episode of Psych Up! explores how to move forwards after the big dance - in this case, the NRL Grand Final. The Penrith Panthers made the Grand Final in 2020, a season of upsets and turmoil. After working towards a goal for so long, how can you work to move forward once the major event has passed? Our clinician Kate interviews Penrith Panthers trainer Craig Catterick on planning, mindset, preseason and moving forward from a Grand Final experience.
In this Episode of Psych Up!, clinician Rachel explores how to move past roadblocks that may occur in your every day life. These include 2 common examples of issues that may occur and how to work past them.
In this episode of Psych Up!, our clinician Grant interviews Bernadette around mental health in the workplace, specifically regarding adapting to chance and COVID-19, trends that we have seen arise, and what issues employers are facing. This is part two of the discussion - make sure to go back and listen to part one first.
In this episode of Psych Up!, our clinician Grant interviews Bernadette around mental health in the workplace, specifically regarding adapting to chance and COVID-19, trends that we have seen arise, and what issues employers are facing. This is part one of the discussion - keep your eyes and ears peeled for part 2.
In this episode, Oliver explores the 5 mistakes that are made around mental health stigma. He goes in depth about how these are made, and how to avoid making them as well.
This episode of Psych Up! looks at why R U OK? is important to lots of different demographics. Our clinician Kate also looks at how to raise resilient children, messages that Veretis hopes people took away from R U OK, and recommendations for follow up conversations. This also explores how people's mental health has changed in 2020 with the emergence of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Veretis clinician Oliver interviews Angus Crichton of the Sydney Roosters on the topic of R U OK?, life in the bubble, staying in touch with your mates and the best way to check in. COVID-19 has certainly presented challenges to elite athletes in the NRL, with the biosecurity bubble preventing players from seeing their friends and family. Angus speaks about how he has been able to work around this, stay involved, and check in on those around you to stay engaged but also help with any problems that may arise.
In this episode, Grant Brecht explores self talk around resilience. This focuses on how to build a good toolkit of resilience techniques and strategies, to enable you to move past issues as they arise.
Episode 15 of Psych Up! digs into the nitty gritty of what resilience is and how having purpose can make you more resilient. Our Managing Director at Veretis, Oliver Brecht, explores why we should have a reason to be resilient and how having a clear understanding of our goals can influence not only our resilience, but our lives.
This episode of Psych Up! looks at the different styles of relationships that exist, how they function, and how to improve on them. Head of Clinical and Consulting Grant Brecht takes an in-depth dive into how to create, maintain and sustain healthy and beneficial relationships.
In Episode 13, Part 2 of Psych Up! Grant Brecht continues his interview with Rod Higgins, founder of Mortgage Choice. Valuable advice is shared regarding how to be successful in areas of your choice and how to persevere through challenging times.
In this episode of Psych Up! , Grant Brecht talks with co-founder of Mortgage Choice Rod Higgins about grinding out the win, and steps to achieving success. Part 1 focuses on taking on the big 4 banks, where the idea for Mortgage Choice came from, some steps to 'Grinding out the Win', and why people are a valuable asset. Stay tuned for Part 2!
Episode 12 is an interview with Oliver Brecht, the Managing Director of Veretis and Rachel Wood, a Consultant, regarding how they both balanced their professional and demanding sporting careers with work and their personal life. They offer effective and helpful advice for all focusing on how to achieve an optimal work-life balance to ultimately successfully pursue your goals in life.
In this episode, Oliver Brecht talks with Bladen from our physical health partner, Healthfix. Bladen explores how COVID-19, winter months and daylight savings, and various other things may all have affected your exercise routine, and how to get it up and going again. If you could only do one exercise for the rest of your life, what would it be? Tune in to hear Bladen's answer!
The episode provides 10 simple tips you can use to improve your leadership. This could be professionally or personally, but helps gives some background into what works, what doesn't, and what's best!
Our Director of Consulting and Clinical services Grant Brecht provides some insights into leadership from his 40+ years of experience in psychology. Tune in for tips on how to be the best leader you possibly can, and what traits successful leaders need to possess.
This episode of Psych Up! looks at different communication styles and the effects they can have. Poor communication through thing such as feedback can lead to ineffective work and detrimental relationships. This episode from our consultant Rachel Wood covers these effects in detail, as well as looking at aggressive, passive, assertive and passive aggressive styles of communication.
This podcast looks at the topic of effective communication. Are you accurately communicating them information and message that you are trying to get across? Our MD Oliver shares some helpful ways to improve, as well as exploring the impact that written mediums such as text messages and emails have had on communication.
This Psych Up! episode focuses on how to keep the momentum going in the beginning of the year. It can be difficult to follow through on resolutions once you are back to work and in the swing of things. Our MD Oliver explores how to evaluate what point of your resolution journey you are at, and where to go from there.
This episode of Psych Up! explores the positive and negative effects that goal setting can have on your mindset and well-being. Our consultant Rachel investigates how to ensure you are setting goals that have a beneficial effect on your daily life, leading to improved performance and subsequent well-being.
This episode of Psych Up! explores how to align your behaviour with your attention. Oliver Brecht explains how to set effective goals and follow them through to ensure you are achieving your best possible outcomes.
In this podcast, Grant Brecht dives into how to be efficient with your attitude to make sure you are getting the most out of everyday. Is stress actually a good thing? What are the capacities required for high performance? All of these topics are covered in this episode of Psych Up!
Are you efficient with your thoughts to make the most out of everyday? Do you miss potential opportunities because you waste energy? The Managing Director of Veretis, Oli Brecht talks to us in about Attitudinal Efficiency in our second episode of Psych Up! Pick up some handy hints to make sure you are getting the most out of your every day energy allowance.
Are you ruled by your logic or emotions? Learn about commonly held irrational beliefs and how to ensure you make rational decision - even in high pressure situations.