The Mindful Men Podcast

Welcome to Episode 129 - Mens Health Week   June 10th-16th is Mens Health Week here in Australia, and coincides with Mens Mental Health Month across the globe. And to promote these initiatives across the globe, I thought I would chat about the most commonly asked question I receive – “how do I get this man I know into therapy?”    This is a really challenging question, because the answer isn’t simple. Its not easy when the man in your life isn’t ready for therapy. And theres a range of reasons for this, including shame, stigma, not having the words, toxic masculinity… the list goes on! But despite the challenge, I also have a solution. So join me as we explore this commonly asked question and hopefully inspire you – or someone you know – to start talking about their mental health!    In this episode I share:  Men's Health Week and mental health awareness My own story of not seeking help Why asking for help is important The costs and benefits of therapy My plea to you to ask for help today    Key quotes   “Better blokes make for a better world.”   “Therapy doesn't have to be you going in there, bawling your eyes out.”   “Stop hiding from yourself. Listen to those who are asking you to get help.”      Connect with Mindful Men Website at www.mindful-men.com.au Community Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2050441875316594 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mindful.men.aus Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mindful.men.aus/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/simon-rinne-246207247/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mindful.men.aus Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbXBNQmbj4ZQj3rzFAZALTA   ***If anything triggers you from today's episode, please reach out to your support networks or seek professional help***   Stay Mindful, Simon

Welcome to Episode 128 -  Private practice social work with Tammy Roche    There’s immense freedom that comes with starting a small business, but that freedom comes at a cost. You’re wearing multiple hats from doing the therapy to marketing, to admin, finances, legal, health and safety… and so much more. The time freedom you yearned for coming into private practice is often exchanged for longer hours, fear and the unknown.    And this might sound daunting (and trust me it is!), but it’s also rewarding. Watching something blossom from nothing but your hard work gives you much more satisfaction than working for big corporations. I’ve been there before, and whilst I am working harder and longer in private practice; I doubt I could ever go back to a standard 9-5.    Join me as I explore private practice social work with fellow social worker Tammy Roche. Tammy shares her story of coming into private practice and how her entrepreneurial mindset has seen her succeed with businesses in both Australia and Canada. It’s a great episode for those social workers (but anyone in the helping professions) seeking a move into private practice.    In this episode Tammy shares:  Tammy’s journey into social work Balancing business and social work International practice and logistics The entrepreneurial spirit and working from personal values Insights on supervision in social work Financial mindset in social work Self-care tips   Key quotes   “social work to me is me living and doing life, doing work with my values first, leading the way”   “who is it somebody said that quote, shame disappears when your stories can be heard in safe places”   “how can you strengthen other people's voices if you don't strengthen your own first?”   Connect with Tammy Website: www.tammyroche.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tamsroche/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/socialworkerprivatepractice/ Podcast: https://sites.libsyn.com/453639     Connect with Mindful Men Website at www.mindful-men.com.au Community Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2050441875316594 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mindful.men.aus Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mindful.men.aus/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/simon-rinne-246207247/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mindful.men.aus Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbXBNQmbj4ZQj3rzFAZALTA   ***If anything triggers you from today's episode, please reach out to your support networks or seek professional help***   Stay Mindful, Simon

Welcome to Episode 127 - Beat the Sunday blues Have you ever got to lunchtime on Sunday and then felt this overwhelming sense of dread come over you? Has the thought of the week ahead made you feel anxious, stressed, depressed or just “meh”? And once those thoughts come in, did you find it hard to relax and enjoy the rest of your weekend?   Many of us can answer yes to all these questions – and whilst this is not a clinical diagnosis of anything… you may just have those Sunday Blues!   This week I’m diving into the Sunday Blues, including what they are and 5 tips to beat them back for good! So join me as we reframe our thoughts to enjoy our full weekend… and kickstart our week with some positivity!   Key points   In this episode, I share:  ·       Understanding the Sunday Blues ·       5 tips to beat the Sunday Blues ·       The Sunday Blues are a social construct ·       Looking forward to positive moments ·       Finding the fun in Sunday ·       Being present and mindful ·       Self-Care Sundays   Key quotes   “We can choose what we focus on. If we get to those Sunday blues and we focus on all the negatives, then that's where our brain is naturally going to go”   “When we're doing something fun. It takes our mind off the Sunday blues and the Mondayitis”   “Sunday blues and Mondayitis come along with extra pent up energy. So can you go out for a walk just before dinner or just after dinner”       Connect with Mindful Men Website at www.mindful-men.com.au Community Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2050441875316594 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mindful.men.aus Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mindful.men.aus/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/simon-rinne-246207247/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mindful.men.aus Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbXBNQmbj4ZQj3rzFAZALTA   ***If anything triggers you from today's episode, please reach out to your support networks or seek professional help***   Stay Mindful, Simon

Welcome to Episode 126 - Muscular Dystrophy with Rhiannon Anderson    Imagine your three year old daughter is in hospital, and recovering from surgery. The doctor enters the room and tells you she has been diagnosed with a genetic disorder that has no cure; and she would be lucky to survive until her 19th birthday.    This is the story of Rhiannon Anderson; a law graduate, life coach and public speaker from Toowoomba in QLD. Rhiannon shares her story of living with Muscular Dystrophy, the physical and mental impacts, and how disability has shaped her life.    She shares how she was bullied at school due to disability, but found a voice through studying law. Her path ultimately led to her establishing Living Abled – a life coaching business where Rhiannon inspires her clients to “live a life that is unapologetically theirs!”     Join us as we get mindful about Muscular Dystrophy, disability, and the power in turning personal pain into purpose!   Key points   In this episode Rhiannon shares:  Understanding Muscular Dystrophy How Muscular Dystrophy impacts her How Muscular Dystrophy was diagnosed The mental toll of Muscular Dystrophy Friendships and dating with Muscular Dystrophy   Key quotes   “muscular dystrophy is, is in the name muscle, so it impacts your muscles and dystrophy, basically, weakness”   “there's no treatment and oh, by the way, her prognosis, you're lucky to have it till she's 19, go home, love her, there's nothing you can do”   “The mental toll that it took was quite enormous.”    Connect with Rhiannon Website: : https://livingabled.com.au Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/living_abled/   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/livingabledcoaching     Connect with Mindful Men Website at www.mindful-men.com.au Community Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2050441875316594 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mindful.men.aus Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mindful.men.aus/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/simon-rinne-246207247/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mindful.men.aus Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbXBNQmbj4ZQj3rzFAZALTA   ***If anything triggers you from today's episode, please reach out to your support networks or seek professional help***   Stay Mindful, Simon

Welcome to Episode 125 - Unstoppable Dads with Matt Noonan What does it take to be an unstoppable dad? This is the question that most of us dads ask ourselves in roundabout ways. Are we doing enough? Are we good enough? How can we be better?   The thing is… none of us received a manual on how to be a dad. We’re mostly going off intuition with a bit of support from other parents along the way. And this is good… but how do we be better?   Helping us discover our superhero qualities is Unstoppable Dad Matt Noonan. Matt is a husband, father and coach of mind and body. He’s also a dad on a mission – seeking to inspire dads of all ages to improve their mindset one day at a time. Join us as we chat everything dadding – from our fears and anxieties, to priorities, values and even creating work and life balance.  In this episode Matt shares:  The Inspiration Behind the Unstoppable Dad Project Navigating Fatherhood Pivoting Perspectives: From Failure to Achievement The Power of Mindset in Overcoming Challenges Values-Based Decision Making for Long-Term Goals Sustainable Health and Fitness Strategies   Key quotes “what unstoppable dad means is not only just keep going, but keep striving to be better”   “the highest priority for me is to actually spend a good amount of my time and be able to enjoy that time with my kids”   “the hardest part for me to overcome, was that feeling that I had failed”    Connect with Matt Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theunstoppabledad Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theunstoppabledad Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-H37iePEvRdMFlmdGSLCnA Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/1fDTMTBoJ7UidvJvJYSXGf?si=aae35ce138b840d6     Connect with Mindful Men Website at www.mindful-men.com.au Community Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2050441875316594 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mindful.men.aus Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mindful.men.aus/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/simon-rinne-246207247/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mindful.men.aus Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbXBNQmbj4ZQj3rzFAZALTA   ***If anything triggers you from today's episode, please reach out to your support networks or seek professional help***   Stay Mindful, Simon

Join Clifford Morgan, an Organisational Psychologist and former RAAF member, as he delves into the secrets behind thriving workplaces. He discusses how effective leadership and a strong workplace culture can transform employee engagement. Clifford also highlights the importance of flexibility and responsibility post-COVID, and explores the role of profiling tools like DISC in enhancing team dynamics. Plus, he shares his insights on cultivating resilience through cold exposure, proving that personal growth can come from surprising places!

Welcome to Episode 123 - Is this helpful? Over the last few months, my mental health has been declining. Anxiety, stress and depression have been having a party, and this has had me re-visit my self-care and support systems.    One of the most crucial supports I’ve had is my business wellness coach. He has helped me to reflect on my thoughts, feelings and behaviours and ask myself “is this helpful?”. The more I ask myself this question, the easier it is for me to switch off my emotional brain, and switch on my rational brain. This switch has improved my problem solving skills during my heightened moments.    So let me share this tool with you, so you too can regain control of negative thoughts, feelings or behaviours.    Key points   In this episode I share:  How the stressors of business and moving house have impacted my mental health  My work with my business wellness coach Is this helpful?  How to use this powerful mental health tool Grounding myself in the moment   Key quotes   “Simon, is this helpful?”   “this is a powerful phrase that we can use to challenge these negative mindsets, or these feelings that we're having, or the behaviours that we're having, that are no longer serving us”   “We're switching on the rational brain. And so we can start problem solving here”   Find a business wellness coach: Website: https://www.business.qld.gov.au/starting-business/advice-support/support/wellness-coaches     Connect with Mindful Men Website at www.mindful-men.com.au Community Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2050441875316594 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mindful.men.aus Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mindful.men.aus/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/simon-rinne-246207247/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mindful.men.aus Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbXBNQmbj4ZQj3rzFAZALTA   ***If anything triggers you from today's episode, please reach out to your support networks or seek professional help***   Stay Mindful, Simon

Welcome to Episode 122 - NDIS Support Coordination with Hannah Redford    The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) is a complex system for people living with disability to navigate. It’s not just about getting funding for disability supports. It’s also about finding and connecting with the right providers; and dealing with review processes that are stressful and often re-traumatising.    The role of a NDIS Support Coordinators is to help with this process; and joining me this week is Hannah Redford from Tulip Coordination. Hannah helps us to understand the NDIS, whilst sharing some of the lived experience of disability that enables her to thrive in this role.    Key points   In this episode Hannah shares:  ·       Her background and lived experience of disability  ·       The role of a support coordinator ·       What is Choice and Control? ·       The importance of personalising support ·       Budgeting in the NDIS ·       The NDIS review process   Key quotes   “Not everyone who is on the NDIS gets a support coordinator. It's really only those who have a few more complexities”   “you taught me that I have choice and control”   “I also work with the LGBTIQ+ community and in particular, transgender participants, because although I am cis, I do understand a lot more about it than most support coordinators”   Connect with Hannah: Website: www.tulipcoordination.com.au Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NDISTulipSupport Podcast: https://rss.com/podcasts/whatinthendisnow/     Connect with Mindful Men Website at www.mindful-men.com.au Community Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2050441875316594 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mindful.men.aus Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mindful.men.aus/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/simon-rinne-246207247/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mindful.men.aus Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbXBNQmbj4ZQj3rzFAZALTA   ***If anything triggers you from today's episode, please reach out to your support networks or seek professional help***   Stay Mindful, Simon

Trigger Warning: Assault, Abuse, Rape, Mental Health, Trauma Welcome to Episode 121 - I Survived A Hate Crime with David Keck   One of the few things in life that doesn’t discriminate is trauma. And this week’s episode explores trauma and recovery with David Keck.    David is the host of the Surviving Podcast, and he bravely shares how he survived a violent gay hate crime. He describes the events of the night that changed his life forever, including the abuse he received, the memory loss, the court case, media, and the impacts off all of this on his mental and physical health.    David’s story is raw, vulnerable and powerful. It explores notions of masculinity and sexuality; and despite the profound impact this event has had on David’s life, he shares how he regained control with hope and healing (and just a little bit of therapy!).    Key points   In this episode David shares:  How his parents helped him come out as gay The interplay between masculinity and sexuality The support he had from his family and friends regarding his sexuality The night he was physically and sexually abused What it was like to have a rape test Discovering he was the victim of a gay hate crime The court case and media attention The impacts on his physical and mental health How therapy saved his life Regaining control from trauma Grounding himself under his favourite tree   Key quotes   “David, if hell is filled with people like you, it can't be that bad of a place”   “A hate crime is if someone picks you out, points you out, targets you based on religion, gender, sexual orientation”   “I'm here right now and running my mouth right now because I refuse to let him win”   Connect with David: Surviving Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/surviving-podcast/id1572182113TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@david_keck Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/surviving_pod/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/survivingabusepodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dskeck YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCAArGtiULHr2cE9c1phqPwg     Connect with Mindful Men Website at www.mindful-men.com.au Community Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2050441875316594 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mindful.men.aus Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mindful.men.aus/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/simon-rinne-246207247/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mindful.men.aus Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbXBNQmbj4ZQj3rzFAZALTA   ***If anything triggers you from today's episode, please reach out to your support networks or seek professional help***   Stay Mindful, Simon

Trigger warning: Mental Health, Suicide, Drugs and Alcohol   Welcome to Episode 120. Running for mental health with Lachy Cameron   Our mental health journey often starts long before we recognise it. This is why therapists ask you about your childhood. It helps set the scene for how you’re thinking, feeling and behaving as an adult. And this week’s guest shares how his childhood impacted his mental health right into adulthood.    Lachy Cameron is a man on a mission. He shares his story of feeling abandoned by his father, and how alcohol and drugs helped mask the pain. He also shares how his house of cards fell down, and how this prompted him to make positive changes in his life… including learning to run long distances!   In May 2024, Lachy is running over 1000km from Brisbane to Sydney for mental health. He’s doing it to promote awareness of mental health, and raise money for charity Heart On My Sleeve. Join us as we explore how running has helped Lachy turn a rock bottom moment into inspiration for all of us.   Key points   In this episode Lachy shares:  The feeling of being let down by his father How alcohol and drugs helped him cope How he developed a belief that he wasn't good enough The moment he came close to taking his own life How running helped him improve his mental health The experience of doing his first ultra-marathon How his running has evolved The Brisbane to Sydney run he is planning to complete The charity Heart On My Sleeve   Key quotes   "All I ever wanted to be was someone else. I never wanted to be myself because I didn't think I was good enough.”   "I went through my life and I always believed I was destined for greatness. And I think I lent on that to assume something was just going to happen in my life.”   "For so long, vulnerability has been disguised as weakness when it's really a strength."   Connect with Lachy: Donate: https://fundraising.heartonmysleeve.org/1000-km-brisbane-to-sydney-runCharity: https://www.heartonmysleeve.org Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lachycam_runs/     Connect with Mindful Men Website at www.mindful-men.com.au Community Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2050441875316594 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mindful.men.aus Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mindful.men.aus/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/simon-rinne-246207247/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mindful.men.aus Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbXBNQmbj4ZQj3rzFAZALTA   ***If anything triggers you from today's episode, please reach out to your support networks or seek professional help***   Stay Mindful, Simon