The Mindful Men Podcast

Welcome to Episode 39 - Nutrition for Shift Workers with Roger Sutherland Keeping on top of our nutrition can be quite the challenge for us. Dieting, calorie counting and exercise can be too hard to handle. But what about for shift workers? Not only are they battling the nutrition battle, but they're doing it at all sorts of hours of the day and night! Enter Roger Sutherland from A Healthy Shift. Roger is a veteran shift worker and certified evidence-based nutritionist; and he understands how important health and wellbeing is for shift workers because he's been there and done that! Tune in as Roger helps us understand nutrition from a shift worker's perspective, and how his coaching helps shift workers to thrive not just survive! If you're keen to check out the links mentioned in this episode, here they are: Website: https://ahealthyshift.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/a_healthy_shift/ Podcast: https://ahealthyshift.com/podcast The Resilience Project: https://theresilienceproject.com.au/shop/ The Strong Life Project: https://www.thestronglifeproject.com Breathe by James Nester: https://amzn.to/3MvNMfG You can also check Mindful Men out at: Website: www.mindful-men.com.au Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mindful.men.aus/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbXBNQmbj4ZQj3rzFAZALTA Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mindful.men.aus/ ***If anything triggers you from today's episode, please reach out to your support networks or seek professional help*** Cheers, Simon

Welcome to Episode 38 - Mindfulness and Mental Health with John Shearer This week I sit down with John Shearer, an Australian Mindfulness Master, Hypnotherapist, Trauma Coach and Sound Healer. John shares his story of dying in a truck accident and being revived to spend the next 15 years stuck in the mental health system. He talks about a chance meeting with his friend who put John on a path to recovery - which ultimately led to John discovering mindfulness.  It's a great chat, where John and I talk about the benefits of mindfulness for our wellbeing.  If you're keen to check out the links mentioned in this episode, here they are: Link Tree: https://linktr.ee/johnshearer Website: https://mindfulnesscoach.com.au Website: https://mindfullymad.org Website: https://saffronsounds.com.au Facebook: https://facebook.com/mindful99 Facebook: https://facebook.com/spiritual99 You can also check Mindful Men out at: Website: www.mindful-men.com.au Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mindful.men.aus/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbXBNQmbj4ZQj3rzFAZALTA Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mindful.men.aus/ ***If anything triggers you from today's episode, please reach out to your support networks or seek professional help*** Cheers, Simon

Welcome to Episode 37 - Book Review: The Subtle Art of Not Giving a Fuck One of my favourite parts of each guest episode is hearing my guests plug something that makes them feel good. From books, to tv shows, to mindfulness activities - there's been a bunch of great plugs for us all to enjoy.  So this week, I thought I would focus on my own plug and do a book review.  I recently finished The Subtle Art of Not Giving a Fuck by Mark Manson... and WOW, it was so good! I loved his way with words, his connection with values, and how a shift in mindset can help us let go of the things holding us back to live the fulfilled life we've always wanted.  Buy the Subtle Art of Not Giving a Fuck here: https://amzn.to/3oALKmF You can also check us out at: Website: www.mindful-men.com.au Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mindful.men.aus/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbXBNQmbj4ZQj3rzFAZALTA Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mindful.men.aus/ ***If anything triggers you from today's episode, please reach out to your support networks or seek professional help*** Cheers, Simon  

Welcome to Episode 36 - Correctional and Forensic Psychology with Dr Lina Haji Bad boys, bad boys, whatcha gonna do? whatcha gonna do when Dr Lina Haji comes for you? Open up... its pretty simple! This week Dr Lina Haji joins me to talk all things correctional and forensic psychology.  It's a great insight into mental health within the prison and forensic systems that also includes the importance or self-care for helping professionals. Lina also shares her passion for supervision, and the work she does at her private practice Rise Psychological Services. If you're keen to check out the links mentioned in this episode, here they are: Website: https://www.risepsychological.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rise_psychological_services/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSzZR_WLGI2zipojSNEt5aA Lina's Story: http://voyagemia.com/interview/inspiring-conversations-with-lina-haji-of-rise-psychological-services/ You can also check us out at: Website: www.mindful-men.com.au Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mindful.men.aus/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbXBNQmbj4ZQj3rzFAZALTA Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mindful.men.aus/ ***If anything triggers you from today's episode, please reach out to your support networks or seek professional help*** Cheers, Simon

Welcome to Episode 35 - Business Coaching for Social Workers with Anna Crommelin Throughout my Masters of Social Work, I kept hearing that social workers weren't in social work for the income, but the outcome. That social workers were poor, and there was no money in social work.  It seemed like the profession had resigned itself to this mindset... but rather than except that, I kept telling myself "bugger that!" Thankfully, the more I looked into private practice, the more I could see social workers across the globe trying to break out of this mindset, and pursue a social work career that is rewarding in both income and outcome.  Anna Crommelin is one of these pioneers. As a mental health social worker, business owner, supervisor and now coach, Anna helps other social workers connect their passion for helping others with a drive to be successful in business.  If you're keen to check out the links mentioned in this episode, here they are: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/anna.crommelin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anna.crommelin/ LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/anna-crommelin-82b29a245 Aubrey Marcus: https://www.aubreymarcus.com You can also check us out at: Website: www.mindful-men.com.au Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mindful.men.aus/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbXBNQmbj4ZQj3rzFAZALTA Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mindful.men.aus/ ***If anything triggers you from today's episode, please reach out to your support networks or seek professional help*** Cheers, Simon   

Welcome to Episode 34 – Therapy with Mindful Men This week I thought I would take you through what therapy supports I provide at Mindful Men. From private counselling, to NDIS capacity building, and Workcover claims in QLD, Mindful Men is a safe space for men to get things off their chests! I take you through what I do and why, all from the comfort of my virtual therapy room. And if you’re into visuals, watch the episode on YouTube as I screenshot the website throughout the show. For more information, head to www.mindful-men.com.au You can also check us out at: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mindful.men.aus/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbXBNQmbj4ZQj3rzFAZALTA Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mindful.men.aus/ ***If anything triggers you from today's episode, please reach out to your support networks or seek professional help*** Cheers, Simon

Welcome to Episode 33 - Anger: Taming the Beast with Reneau Peurifoy Anger shows up in our lives in many ways, and can be difficult to manage.  From bubbling away to outbursts, how we deal with anger shapes the way we see and interact with the world. It can hurt the relationships we have with others and ourselves. But anger isn't necessarily a bad thing. In fact, there are times when anger is appropriate and necessary.  In this week's episode, I explore anger with Reneau Peurifoy, the author of Anger: Taming the Best.  It's a great chat about the various aspects of anger and resentment, with a focus on relationships and parenting.  Buy Anger: Taming the Beast here: https://amzn.to/429xkry You can also check us out at: Website: www.mindful-men.com.au Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mindful.men.aus/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbXBNQmbj4ZQj3rzFAZALTA Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mindful.men.aus/ ***If anything triggers you from today's episode, please reach out to your support networks or seek professional help*** Cheers, Simon References for today's show: Mission Australia: https://www.missionaustralia.com.au/domestic-and-family-violence-statistics

Welcome to Episode 32 - Coach to the Tradies with Aaron WD Huey This week's episode is one for the tradies! That's right, all of you who live on the tools - it might be worth having a lunch break together, popping on this episode and getting mindful about your mental health. Aaron WD Huey is a carpenter, dad, partner and coach who focusses on helping tradies to open up and tune into life away from the tools. And his work is particularly important given suicide rates amongst tradies are 3x higher than other men.  Aaron also talks about his life growing up, and how he moved around due to his dad's military career. His story includes the tragic loss of two of his friends and how he sought help for his grief; plus the joys of raising daughters and a bit of conscious parenting too! If you're keen to check out the links mentioned in this episode, here they are: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aaron_wd_huey/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aaron.w.huey LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaron-wd-huey-6803341ab The Modern Wisdom Podcast: https://chriswillx.com/podcast/ Jordan Peterson: https://www.jordanbpeterson.com The Conscious Parent: https://amzn.to/3OMnt7Q You can also check us out at: Website: www.mindful-men.com.au Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mindful.men.aus/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbXBNQmbj4ZQj3rzFAZALTA Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mindful.men.aus/ ***If anything triggers you from today's episode, please reach out to your support networks or seek professional help*** Cheers, Simon References for today's show: https://mensline.org.au/mens-mental-health/how-to-promote-mental-health-at-your-work-site/

Welcome to Episode 31 - The Healing Power of Dogs With Michael Overlie We've all heard of the phrase "man's best friend" when it comes to our dogs. But can they be more than just our best friends? This week I'm joined by Michael Overlie, a canine-partnered men's coach who helps people connect with the healing power of dogs.  Michael takes us for a walk through his life, including growing up in fear, and how the death of his brother helped him to realise that he wasn't showing up like the man he knew he could be. He shares how his dog helped him heal, and how this experience shaped the work he does now in supporting men and women to heal with the help of their dogs.  If you're keen to check out the link mentioned in this episode, here it is: Michael's LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/SpiritDog You can also check us out at: Website: www.mindful-men.com.au Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mindful.men.aus/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbXBNQmbj4ZQj3rzFAZALTA Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mindful.men.aus/ ***If anything triggers you from today's episode, please reach out to your support networks or seek professional help*** Cheers, Simon

Welcome to Episode 30 - Why I Quit My Job To Start A Business I thought I would use this episode to give a bit of an update on the biggest decision I've made for years. After 15 years in the Public Service, my wife and I made the tough decision for me to resign.  Why? For starters I was hurting... big time! I was struggling mentally to drag myself through each day. I was miserable, and my mind and body was screaming for change.  But I also did it to pursue my dream of running my own business, supporting men with their mental health, and taking Mindful Men to the next level. Tune in to find out what happened, and where too from here! If you love what you hear, please like the show. Share it with your mates, and click subscribe. Leave a review and rating to help spread the Mindful Men word! You can also check us out at: Website: www.mindful-men.com.au Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mindful.men.aus/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbXBNQmbj4ZQj3rzFAZALTA Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mindful.men.aus/ ***If anything triggers you from today's episode, please reach out to your support networks or seek professional help*** Cheers, Simon