All In The Mind

Listeners share their pandemic experiences and the emotions tied to it. A paramedic shares their intense encounters during the pandemic. The positive impact of hobbies and creative projects on individuals with health issues. Exploring the varied experiences people had during the pandemic. Different coping strategies and activities adopted during the pandemic. Listeners share their excitement and plans for the next phase of the pandemic.

Explore the world of lucid dreaming and learn how to induce and control these surreal experiences of slumber. Discover groundbreaking research on communication within dreams and the science behind lucid dreaming. Delve into the concept of dream characters and how they can be interacted with. Hear personal experiences of lucid dreamers and how it influences their waking lives.

The podcast explores the benefits of talking to strangers, including increased happiness and connection to community. It discusses the concept of the 'liking gap' and the challenges of initiating conversations with unfamiliar individuals. It also highlights the importance of weak ties in our lives and provides practical tips for better conversations with strangers.

'All In The Mind' explores the building blocks of wellbeing, focusing on connection, positive emotions, work, aging, and the importance of positive psychology during challenging times.

We're working on an episode about how Australians have been coping through the pandemic, and we want your stories.We want to know what’s been getting you through the tough times, and what you’re most looking forward to when this is all behind us.How can you tell us?  You just need to use your smartphone to record yourself telling a story.It can be sad, happy, funny, weird -- like maybe you got a new hobby, or re-discovered an old one, or made an unexpected friend, and that helped get you through. Maybe you’re looking forward to travelling the world, seeing your children again … or just a cold beer at the pub.Whatever it is, put it into a voice recording, and we’ll share it in a special episode of All in the Mind.To record:Find a quiet room and open up the voice memo app on your smartphone.If you don't have one installed, search for a voice memo app in your app store.Hold the phone's microphone (located at the base of the phone) about 15-20cm from your mouth.Press the red 'record' button and share your thoughts.Once you're finished, hit the record button again to stop, then press done and save the recording with a name.If you're unhappy with what you've recorded, just re-do it.When you've got your recording, you should be able to 'send' or 'share' it via email to mind_rn@abc.net.au.Remember to include your name and the area you live so we can credit you on the podcast.

Explore the phenomenon of ASMR and its popularity on YouTube. Delve into the science behind ASMR and the different reactions people may have to it. Discuss the differences between ASMR and music-induced chills. Explore the role of ASMR videos in creating a sense of community and triggering annoyance in some individuals. Discover the connection between ASMR and misophonia. Hear personal experiences with ASMR and its potential for relaxation.

Explore the concept of Machiavellianism, a personality trait based on the views of Niccolo Machiavelli. Learn about its connection to the 'dark triad' of traits, the prevalence in men and women, and the measurement of people's response to tactics. Understand the purpose and traits associated with Machiavellianism, its overlap with psychopathy and narcissism, and the potential positive aspects of these personality traits.

Researchers have found that new dads can experience hormonal changes and mental health issues like postnatal depression. Topics covered include the challenges faced by new fathers, the societal pressure for men to suppress their emotions, the impact of infant crying on fathers' brains, the benefits of rough and tumble play, and personal experiences of fatherhood.

Explore the potential psychiatric and neurological effects of COVID-19, including anxiety, depression, dementia, stroke, and brain hemorrhage. Personal stories of individuals losing their sense of smell and taste after recovering from COVID-19 highlight the impact on daily life. The podcast also discusses the need for further research to understand the long-term impact on the brain and emphasizes the importance of taking the virus seriously and getting vaccinated.

This podcast dives into the modern use of electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) to treat severe depression and psychosis, debunking misconceptions and discussing the trade-off between improved mental health and memory loss. Personal accounts are shared, highlighting the varying degrees of success and the need for long-term support.