Podcast

Episode 10: Understanding Grief, Loss & Bereavement

14/8/2016

If there's one thing that's guaranteed in life it is death. Just as we have all been born, so too will come a time when we die. In this episode I talk about the recent departure of my own Dad, and I talk about how grief and loss affects our mental health. I talk about what to expect from grief and how to navigate your way through loss and bereavement.

Images depicting the stages and tasks of grief can be found below the podcast audio, and the full version of the grief post that I mention in the show can be found here:

Grief comes like waves

Losing loved ones is a painful and unavoidable part of life. Grief can have a big impact on our mental health and happiness, but understanding the process can make it less painful.

Namasté :)

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Episode 9: 3 Ways To Feel Better - Right Now

22/5/2016

In this episode I talk about the three simple things that we can all do - right now - to feel better. No matter who you are, where you are, or what you do, these three things are universal. Knowing them gives you the keys to unlock your body's natural medicine cabinet and puts you in control of how you feel.

Learn how to remain calm and in control no matter what stresses come your way. Put the key to happiness, good mental health and peace of mind back in your hands with the 3 ways to feel better - now.

Episode 8: Slowing Down

1/5/2016

Delina Dimova joins me in this episode to talk about Slowing Down. What may seem at first to be a simple and straightforward topic develops into something much deeper, with far reaching benefits for all.

Whether you're seeking to increase your happiness, improve your mental health, pursue personal development or simply to find peace of mind - Slowing Down could be just what you've been looking for.

You can reach Delina at www.delinadimova.com, on Twitter @delinadimova, or by email to [email protected]

Episode 7: 10 Top Ways to Tackle Depression

18/4/2016

In this episode I present ten ways in which you can help yourself to beat depression. All of these ways are free and accessible.

Learn about The Wheel of Depression, how it works, and how to get off it. And discover ten of the best ways to combat depression and take control of your own mental health and happiness.

Episode 6: Lucid Dreaming

20/3/2016

What would you do if you had total control over your dreams? What would you use your dream hours for if it was up to you to decide?

In this episode I'm joined by Stefan from www.howtolucid.com. He talks us through Lucid Dreaming: what it is, how we can use it to massively benefit our lives, and the steps we can take to learn Lucid Dreaming for ourselves.

If you've had Lucid Dreams before then you'll love this episode. On the other hand, if you've never even heard of Lucid Dreaming before then you'll be blown away by the potential that they present. This is an episode that everyone will want to listen to.

Learn more about Lucid Dreaming, and access bonus material that Stefan has made available exclusively for listeners of the Mindful Meanings Podcast at www.howtolucid.com/mindfulmeanings

Episode 5: The 5 Things You Need To Be Happy

18/3/2016

In this episode I talk about the 5 things that everybody needs in order to be happy. Learn about what motivates your behaviour, why you do the things that you do, and what it is that you need to be happy.

With this understanding you will be better equipped to make the choices and take the actions that you need to take to bring you closer to the life that you truly want - and deserve.

Learn what it takes to be happy. Learn the psychological needs that influence your behaviour, and learn how to change any behaviour that isn't helping you.

Learn more about what's discussed in this episode, including Choice Theory, on the Mindful Meanings blog

Episode 4: Mindfulness

2/3/2016

Graham Matthews joins me in this episode to discuss all things Mindfulness. Psychotherapist and Mindfulness teacher Graham and I talk about the idea of Mindfulness, the benefits of Mindfulness, Mindfulness courses, and how to practice Mindfulness yourself.

I'm sure you've heard about Mindfulness before now. It's rapidly increasing popularity is due to it's well researched and easy to obtain benefits, and the fact that it's relatively simple to pick up and use it in your own life. If you're curious about Mindfulness and how it can help you to achieve peace of mind, good mental health, and a happy life, then this is the episode for you!

You can find Graham on the web at www.connectingmindfully.com

To obtain the free Mindfulness resources that I mention in the show, click the following link for my Free Mindfulness Meditations

Episode 3: Suicide Intervention

22/2/2016

In this episode I talk about a subject that can be difficult to talk about, but one that's very important to discuss. I talk about Suicide, and specifically what you can do to help somebody who may be considering it. Awareness of some of the signs is the first thing to have, and then there are steps to follow to help someone who is in this dark place. It's a tough topic to discuss, but it's worth it. When you know what to do in this situation, you can potentially save a life.

Details of the training I mention in the show can be found at www.livingworks.net

IASP is an international organisation providing details of crisis centers and suicide bereavement worldwide.

In Ireland see Pieta House and Console