

The Space
Nova Podcasts
Join Casey Donovan on a mini escape each morning and evening with short meditations, motivations and tips to improve your day. It's mindfulness for everyone written by wellness expert, Amy Molloy. Follow the show @thespace_podcast on Instagram.
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Aug 30, 2023 • 10min
WTF is a skin orgasm and why does it happen
Have you ever been listening to a great piece of music and felt tingles on your skin? That’s a Skin Orgasm, according to science. It’s also called a Frisson a French term which means “aesthetic chills.” It can also be triggered by poetry, an emotional video or the beauty of nature. We’re not saying we can get you there … but we’re eager to give it a try! LINKS Read ‘Why do only some people get 'skin orgasms' from listening to music?’ from The Conversation Listen to ‘Frisson: This playlist is scientifically verified to give you chills’ from Big Think Follow @thespace_podcast on Instagram CREDITS Host: Casey Donovan @caseydonovan88 Writer: Amy Molloy @amymolloy Executive Producer: Anna HenvestEditor: Adrian Walton Listen to more great podcasts at novapodcasts.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 29, 2023 • 4min
Why is everyone so ANNOYING
Let’s get into Negative Talk; the days where everyone is giving you the sh*ts and your inner dialogue is LOUD. What can the things that annoy us, tell us about ourselves? We’ve got some tips from coach and mentor Vari Mckechnie to help you take a good look at where your reactions are coming from. It might just help you deal with other people when you’re convinced they’re the reason your day is heading down the toilet. LINKS Follow @varimckechnie on Instagram Follow @thespace_podcast on Instagram Watch @thespace_podcast on TikTok Follow @novapodcastsofficial on Instagram CREDITS Host: Casey Donovan @caseydonovan88 Writer: Amy Molloy @amymolloy Executive Producer: Anna HenvestEditor: Adrian Walton Listen to more great podcasts at novapodcasts.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 29, 2023 • 6min
Let's fill up that cup of yours
We have a visualisation for when your "emotional cup" is empty. If our cup level keeps falling, without the chance for a refill… well, we all know how that feels! So, what can we do right now to help ourselves? LINKS Read ‘The Emotional Cup Theory’ Follow @thespace_podcast on Instagram Watch @thespace_podcast on TikTok Follow @novapodcastsofficial on Instagram CREDITS Host: Casey Donovan @caseydonovan88 Writer: Amy Molloy @amymolloy Executive Producer: Anna HenvestEditor: Adrian Walton Listen to more great podcasts at novapodcasts.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 28, 2023 • 4min
The dreaded "So, what do you do?" question
How do you feel when someone asks you “what do you do for a living?” If it causes you to panic, we’re going to teach you how to approach it better. Own your answer! Like the podcast? Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify! It helps us reach more like-minded/cool/smart people like you! LINKS Follow @thespace_podcast on Instagram Watch @thespace_podcast on TikTok Follow @novapodcastsofficial on Instagram CREDITS Host: Casey Donovan @caseydonovan88 Writer: Amy Molloy @amymolloy Executive Producer: Anna HenvestEditor: Adrian Walton Listen to more great podcasts at novapodcasts.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 28, 2023 • 7min
The power of feeling angry
In this ep, we're talking all about the power of rage. Why it’s time to stop running from it, and how to channel it in a more productive way. LINKS Read ‘4 Reasons Why You Should Embrace Your Anger’ from Psychology Today Australia’ Follow @thespace_podcast on Instagram Watch @thespace_podcast on TikTok Follow @novapodcastsofficial on Instagram CREDITS Host: Casey Donovan @caseydonovan88 Writer: Amy Molloy @amymolloy Executive Producer: Anna HenvestEditor: Adrian Walton Listen to more great podcasts at novapodcasts.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 27, 2023 • 3min
Hack your productivity with this simple strategy
If you're someone who complains you never have enough time, then 'Micro Bursts of Activity' could change your life. Like the podcast? Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify! It helps us reach more like-minded/cool/smart people like you! LINKS Read ‘Ultimate guide to purposeful productivity’ from Fast Company Follow @thespace_podcast on Instagram Watch @thespace_podcast on TikTok Follow @novapodcastsofficial on Instagram CREDITS Host: Casey Donovan @caseydonovan88 Writer: Amy Molloy @amymolloy Executive Producer: Anna HenvestEditor: Adrian Walton Listen to more great podcasts at novapodcasts.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 26, 2023 • 4min
Top Tip: So you LOVE making decisions for others
It's not in your head — It DOES feel better to make choices for another person. This is according to a study on the art of decision making. When making choices for others, people seem to be in a more positive and open mood. This results in less Decision Fatigue. So how can this help us? Like the podcast? Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify! It helps us reach more like-minded/cool/smart people like you! LINKS Read ‘Deciding for others is more fun than doing it for ourselves, research shows’ from the University of Wisconsin Read ‘Psychology Says People Who Give Lots of Advice Secretly Want This 1 Thing’ from Inc.com CREDITS Host: Casey Donovan @caseydonovan88 Writer: Amy Molloy @amymolloy Executive Producer: Anna HenvestEditor: Adrian Walton Listen to more great podcasts at novapodcasts.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 25, 2023 • 5min
Let's talk about weekend loneliness
Feeling lonely on the weekend? Maybe you're the only single one in your group of pals. Or, you're living away from family or mates. We've absolutely all felt it - so, how the f*ck do we deal with it? LINKS Read ‘No plans and nowhere to go: The Friday night fear of being alone’ Metro News Follow @thespace_podcast on Instagram Watch @thespace_podcast on TikTok Follow @novapodcastsofficial on Instagram CREDITS Host: Casey Donovan @caseydonovan88 Writer: Amy Molloy @amymolloy Executive Producer: Anna HenvestEditor: Adrian Walton Listen to more great podcasts at novapodcasts.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 25, 2023 • 2min
Dance your stress away baby
We’re here with a mood-boosting dance party. Yes, you’re welcome! Whether you’re alone or with a crew, get ready to move. Science has confirmed that dancing DOES make us happier. Like the podcast? Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify! It helps us reach more like-minded/cool/smart people like you! LINKS Read ‘Science confirms: Dancing makes you happy’ from Psychology Spot Follow @thespace_podcast on Instagram Watch @thespace_podcast on TikTok Follow @novapodcastsofficial on Instagram CREDITS Host: Casey Donovan @caseydonovan88 Writer: Amy Molloy @amymolloy Executive Producer: Anna HenvestEditor: Adrian Walton Listen to more great podcasts at novapodcasts.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 24, 2023 • 3min
Let's get deep for a sec
In this ep we’re going to get DEEEEP! Because, meaningful convos are great for our health. A bunch of research has shown a link between meaningful conversations and life satisfaction. Think about your daily chit-chat, both at work and at home. How many substantial conversations do you have in a day? LINKS Read ‘How do your conversations affect your well-being?’ from Medical News Today Read ‘Small Talk Has Surprising Health Benefits’ by Younes Henni, PhD for Medium Follow @thespace_podcast on Instagram Watch @thespace_podcast on TikTok Follow @novapodcastsofficial on Instagram CREDITS Host: Casey Donovan @caseydonovan88 Writer: Amy Molloy @amymolloy Executive Producer: Anna HenvestEditor: Adrian Walton Listen to more great podcasts at novapodcasts.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.


