How to be Happy

Lynne Malcolm knows her way around the brain, or rather, how the brain works. Over the course of a decade conducting interviews for ABC radio show, All in the Mind, Lynne has gleaned many insights into living a good life. Now she has written a book presenting some of the extraordinary facts and case studies from over the years. She talks to us about some of the insights she has now incorporated into her own life.  In this episode you’ll learn The top changes Lynn made in her own life after hearing from all the experts Tips for dealing with anxiety and the critical self-voice How authentic human connection is a lynchpin for a happy life. The power of compassion for yourself and others The top three things people can do to live a happier life  Get Lynne’s book: All in The Mind/ABC Books https://www.amazon.com.au/All-Mind-Lynne-Malcolm/dp/0733342426/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=all+in+the+mind+by+lynne+malcolm&qid=1688100151&sprefix=All+in+the+mind%2Caps%2C329&sr=8-1 Credits:  Host: Kate de Brito https://www.instagram.com/kate.debrito/ Editor: Steven Christie https://www.instagram.com/steven_christie/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Justin Couslon is a parenting expert extraordinaire. He has six daughters and hosts the hit Ch 9 TV show Parental Guidance. Justin has a raft of strategies and tips on how to raise kids and says being happier as a parent is also the key to raising happy kids. In this podcast he takes us under the bonnet to find out how you can be happy doing one of the world’s most demanding jobs – raising kids. On this episode you will learn:  Why despite loving our children, a lot of parents are unhappy  How exercising less control over kids makes them and you happier  The top three tips to be happier as a parent How to treat your kids like employees so they get the best out of themselves  The biggest mistakes most parents are making that are the easiest to change Find Justin online: https://www.happyfamilies.com.au/about Justin’s book: The Parenting revolution/ ABC Books: https://www.booktopia.com.au/the-parenting-revolution-justin-coulson/book/9780733342516.html?source=pla&gclid=Cj0KCQjwnf-kBhCnARIsAFlg493zHDJrFFvnkuCm4wZs0WJJMcxwCmllQ_o2laTVnnaBMNx1kaG-qbgaApAOEALw_wcB Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drjustincoulson/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/happyfamiliesau/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drjustincoulson/ Credits:  Host: Kate de Brito https://www.instagram.com/kate.debrito/ Editor: Steven Christie https://www.instagram.com/steven_christie/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Amanda Hodgson is a healthy habits coach living in Sydney who teaches her clients how to form habits to achieve goals and create a happy mindset. But when her fit, healthy husband was struck down by a life-threatening condition at the end of 2020 Amanda was put to the test herself. The next two years required a ‘practice-what-you-preach’ mindset during a truly challenging period for her family.  On this episode you’ll learn: Steps to reaching your full potential  Why having an accountability buddy can be a game changer The power of making your bed every day How a good morning routine can set up not only your day, but your life  How to strengthen your healthy habit muscle and set up your ‘non-negotiables’ What to lean on during tough times  Find Amanda on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amanda_hodgson_/?hl=en and https://www.instagram.com/heart.transplant.wife/?hl=en Credits:  Host: Kate de Brito https://www.instagram.com/kate.debrito/ Editor: Steven Christie https://www.instagram.com/steven_christie/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Peter Walsh is a personal organiser and life designer with a successful business in the US and Australia. In Australia you will have seen him on shows like the Living Room and Space Invaders. He also appeared on five seasons of Oprah. For Peter, decluttering isn’t about finding a new storage solution: he is always looking to understand the mindset of why people are holding onto things. On this episode you’ll learn:  The real meaning behind your clutter How we use things to make us feel better about ourselves How you can get hold of your life by getting control of your possessions. Why all the things in your house only need these two qualities How dealing with clutter makes children people – and children especially - happier  Find out more about Peter: peter.walsh@peterwalshdesign.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7pBDyC68uihwKtEpjaZOrw Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/peterwalshorganizer/ Credits  Host: Kate de Brito:  https://www.instagram.com/kate.debrito/ Editor: Steven Christie https://www.instagram.com/steven_christie/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lisa Messenger is an entrepreneur, author and motivational speaker. She runs the successful multimedia business, the Collective Hub, and is well-known for her contagious positive outlook on life. But she hasn’t always been so positive. She has dealt with periods of depression and also quietly weathered a very challenging decade of fertility issues. Now, at 51, she is about to become a mum for the first time. In this episode we talk about the value of shining positivity on all areas of life. In this episode you will learn:  How learning to say no can help you live a more positive life The surprising synchronicity and serendipity that comes from positivity Why being positive doesn’t mean never feeling bad or sad How ‘future casting’ can help you form good habits How life rewards you when make a decision and stick to it Lisa online: https://collectivehub.com/about-lisa-messenger/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisamessenger/ Lisa’s books: https://shop.collectivehub.com/collections/books Credits:  Host: Kate de Brito https://www.instagram.com/kate.debrito/ Editor: Steven Christie https://www.instagram.com/steven_christie/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We speak to author and social researcher Hugh Mackay about his new book Inner Self. The experienced social researcher and psychologist talks about the many ways we hide from ourselves and how we can live more authentically and ultimately find a more fulfilling life by being who we are meant to be.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Health journalist Shannon Harvey went on a 12 month journey to discover whether mindfulness and meditation could make a difference to her life. The results are fascinating. Part science and part personal memoir Shannon’s podcast session takes the readers on a journey to understand how this ancient practice can be incorporated into a busy modern life and ultimately increase our happiness.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Television host Jessica Rowe is a model of how to approach life with enthusiasm and joy. On the podcast Jess talks about how she approaches life’s ups and downs with a positive attitude and thinks finding gratitude for the small things that are going well in your life makes all the difference between a good and a bad day.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fashion designer Alannah Hill has had a full life - from a difficult childhood to international success as a fashion designer. Along the way she has cultivated her own self-care routine for dealing with difficult times. She talks about designer handbags and how even though they are lovely, happiness cannot be found in buying things.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

James Smith is the world’s fastest-growing online personal trainer. He has an army of devoted instagram and Facebook followers who come to him for advice on motivation, health and fitness, all through a non-toxic and honest lens. James talks about how he gets motivated to make big changes and the key to keeping it going.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.