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'Do the best you can until you know better. Then, when you know better, do better.' - Maya Angelou.Join Lisa Pircher-Reid as she explores all 14 interconnected areas of health and wellbeing to create a healthier future. Lisa is an Information Scientist, podcaster, writer, entrepreneur and a mum of two.She's here to challenge the status quo through thought-provoking and perception-shifting research and meaningful conversations. She's a neurodivergent polymath, who has been referred to as 'compassionately confrontational', and she's here to share everything needed to empower societal transformation through personal growth.If you'd like to know more about her books, courses, online platforms, speaking engagements and other offerings, check out her website www.processingmind.com
Latest episodes

Mar 1, 2024 • 31min
Rebuild Your Understanding of Nutrition, Health and Body Weight | Episode 33
In this episode we begin Step Four in Physical Health: Restore Your Healthy Body Composition. Chapters covered in this episode include: Rebuild your understanding of nutrition, a healthy diet and body weight References from the chapters covered in today's episode: Influencers @Hubermanlab and @Biolaynenorton Sørensen LB, R. A. (2005, August). Effect of sucrose on inflammatory markers in overweight humans. Am J Clin Nutr., 421-427. Retrieved from: PubMed Lustig, R. (2015). Is a Calorie a Calorie? Processed Food, Experiment Gone Wrong. Retrieved from: Youtube Greger, M. (2017). How not to die - discover the foods scientifically proven to prevent and reverse disease Hunt, C. (Director). (2012). The Perfect Human Diet [Motion Picture] Buettner, D. (2012). The Blue Zones - 9 lessons for living longer from the people who've lived the longest Useful links / references for more from us: ProcessingMind.com Our Online Courses (includes both FREE mini courses and paid premium courses) CopyTweaker (our tech start-up where you start free and pay only as you grow - to launch any side hustle or business idea, from start-ups to scale-ups) @pircherreid on Instagram @pircherreid on Threads Music by: The Processing Mind

Feb 11, 2024 • 30min
Understanding Interconnections of Systems, Neurotransmitters and Hormones | Episode 32
In this episode we cover Step Three in Physical Health: Understand your biology and physiology. Chapters covered in this episode include: Understand the basic body systems and how they interrelate Learn how neurotransmitters, neuromodulators and hormones affect you and how you affect them Gather baseline measurements of your physical health References from the chapters covered in today's episode: Science Learning Hub. (2011, February 1). Body Systems. Retrieved from: Science Learning Hub Cleveland Clinic. (2022). Neurotransmitters. Retrieved from: Cleveland Clinic Hubermanlab podcast - multiple episodes Useful links / references for more from us: ProcessingMind.com Our Online Courses (includes both FREE mini courses and paid premium courses) CopyTweaker (our tech start-up where you start free and pay only as you grow - to launch any side hustle or business idea, from start-ups to scale-ups) @pircherreid on Instagram Music by: The Processing Mind

Feb 2, 2024 • 42min
Re-enabling Self-Healing Capabilities | Episode 31
In this episode we cover Step Two in Physical Health: Focus on re-enabling your body’s self-healing capability. Chapters covered in this episode include: Understand the body’s self-healing capability Understand the biology, physiology and psychology of ‘belief effects’ Focus on prevention of poor health and wellbeing rather than treatment of it Reduce dependence on prescribed medication and pharmaceuticals Relabel ‘alternate therapies’ as ‘preventative therapies’ for overall wellbeing Practice prevention and reduce risks of known and proven causes of cancer and disease Challenge yourself to make change References from the chapters covered in today's episode: National Cancer Institute. (n.d.). Immune System. Retrieved from: National Cancer Institute Colloca, L. (2019). The Placebo Effect in Pain Therapies. Retrieved from: Pub Med Mate, G. (2004). When the body says no: the cost of hidden stress. Kevin J. Gries, U. R. (2018). Cardiovascular and skeletal muscle health with lifelong exercise. Journal of Applied Physiology. Lipton, B. (2015). The biology of belief: Unleashing the power of conciousness, matter and miracles. Manly, C. M. (2019). Joy from fear - Create the Life of Your Dreams by Making Fear Your Friend. The Nutrition Source, Harvard. (n.d.). The Nutrition Source - Disease Prevention. Retrieved from: Harvard School of public health Department of Health, Australia. (n.d.). Preventative Health. Retrieved from: Health.gov.au Useful links / references for more from us: ProcessingMind.com Our Online Courses (includes both FREE mini courses and paid premium courses) CopyTweaker (our tech start-up where you start free and pay only as you grow - to launch any side hustle or business idea, from start-ups to scale-ups) @pircherreid on Instagram Music by: The Processing Mind

Jan 19, 2024 • 39min
Respecting and Caring for Physical Health Holistically | Episode 30
In this episode we begin Step One in Physical Health: Listen to and care for your body holistically. Chapters covered in this episode include: Understand the link between physical and mental health Attune to your body holistuically, as an interconnected whole Treat your body with respect Practice good hygeiene and physical care with intention and understanding References from the chapters covered in today's episode: Lipton, B. (2015). The biology of belief: Unleashing the power of conciousness, matter and miracles. Center on the Developing Child Harvard University. (n.d.). ACES and Toxic Stress: Frequently Asked Questions. Retrieved from: Center on the Developing Child Harvard University Oral, R. R. (2016). Adverse childhood experiences and trauma informed care: the future of health care. Pediatric Research, 227-233. Retrieved from: Nature.com Pediatric Research Isabelle M. Mansuy, P. a. (2011). Epigenetics and the Human Brain: Where Nurture Meets Nature. Cerebrum. Bessel A, v. d. (2015). The body keeps the score: brain, mind and body in the healing of trauma. Useful links / references for more from us: Our website at ProcessingMind.com Our Online Courses (includes both FREE mini courses and paid premium courses) CopyTweaker (our tech start-up where you start free and pay only as you grow - to launch any side hustle or business idea, from start-ups to scale-ups) @pircherreid on Instagram Music by: The Processing Mind

Dec 30, 2023 • 2h 50min
My Interview on Kris Uy's podcast | Episode 29
This episode is actually my interview on Kris Uy's podcast 'Warrior Kings'. Some of the topics we discuss include: Authentic Self How to have your best day everyday What you can learn from sport Conscious Language Shifts Comfort Zones Homeschooling (including 'unschooling') Learning at your own pace Impact of kids shows on our children How to learn empathy How I create shopping lists for my toddlers Useful links / references for more: Our website at ProcessingMind.com Our Online Courses (includes both FREE mini courses and paid premium courses) CopyTweaker (our tech start-up where you start free and pay only as you grow - to launch any side hustle or idea, from start-ups to scale-ups) @pircherreid on Instagram Music by: The Processing Mind

Dec 30, 2023 • 44min
Become Your Best Self | Episode 28
In this episode we cover Step Six of Mental and Emotional Health: Be Yourself. Chapters covered in this episode include: Love and accept yourself Be authentic and unapologetically you Find comfort in emotional vulnerability Ditch your labels Be your best self Be your own support person Find or create your optimal environment Practice regular self-examination References from the chapters covered in today's episode: Brown, B. (2010). The gifts of imperfection: Let Go of Who You Think You're Supposed to Be and Embrace Who You Are. Hoare, K. (2020, July 10). What is empathy disorder? Retrieved from Counselling Directory:. Psychological Health Care. (2019, November 21). Learn how to self love. Retrieved from Psychological Health Care: Brown, B. (2021). Atlas of the Heart. Seligman, M. (2012). Flourish: a visionary new understanding of happiness and wellbeing. Robbins, A. (2001). Awaken the giant within - take immediate control of your mental, emotional, physical and financial destiny. Horton, T. (2014). The Big Picture: 11 laws that wll change your life. David, S. (2017). Emotional Agility: Get Unstuck, Embrace Change and Thrive in Work and Life. Useful links / references for more from us: Our website at ProcessingMind.com Our Online Courses (includes both FREE mini courses and paid premium courses) CopyTweaker (our tech start-up where you start free and pay only as you grow - to launch any side hustle or idea, from start-ups to scale-ups) @pircherreid on Instagram Music by: The Processing Mind

Nov 18, 2023 • 52min
Let Go (Part 2) | Episode 27
In this episode we continue Step Five of Mental and Emotional Health: Let Go. Chapters covered in this episode include: Let go of maladaptive coping mechanisms Let go of control Let go of fear of failure Let go of toxic positivity Let go of pessimism Let go of the need to over explain yourself Let go of comparison (except to your previous self) Let go of self righteousness and hubris References from the chapters covered in today's episode: Leaf, C. (2021, September 5). How Over-Explaining is Linked to Trauma + Strategies to Find the Root & Heal. Retrieved from: Dr Leaf Brown, B. (2010). The gifts of imperfection: Let Go of Who You Think You're Supposed to Be and Embrace Who You Are. Cherry, K. (2021). What Is Toxic Positivity? Retrieved from: Very Well Mind David, S. (2017). Emotional Agility: Get Unstuck, Embrace Change and Thrive in Work and Life. Greenberg, M. (2017). The Stress-proof brain: master your emtional response to stress using mindfulness and neuroplasticity. Brown, B. (2021). Atlas of the Heart. Mayo Clinic Staff. (2017, November 18). Narcissistic personality disorder. Retrieved from: Mayo Clinic . Lancer, D. (2018, April 10). Understanding the Mind of a Narcissist. Retrieved from: Psychology Today Gibson, L. C. (2015). Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents - How to Heal from Distant, Rejecting, or Self-Involved Parents. Just a reminder that we recently released our website ProcessingMind.com AND Online Course: Redefine Yourself: How to Identify and Rewrite Your Base Programming CopyTweaker: CopyTweaker Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pircherreid Music by: The Processing Mind

Sep 12, 2023 • 46min
Let Go (Part 1) | Episode 26
In this episode we begin Step Five of Mental and Emotional Health: Let Go. Chapters covered in this episode include: Let go of 'should's' Let go of grudges Let go of behaviours that no longer serve you Let go of expectations Let go of self-judgement and judgement of others Let go of maladaptive coping mechanisms References from the chapters covered in today's episode: Lipton, B. (2015). The Biology of Belief: Unleashing the power of conciousness, matter and miracles Abhaidev. (2021). The Influencer: Speed Must Have a Limit. Suissa, S. (2023). Ego Part 2. Maraboli, S. (2013). Unapologetically You: Reflections on Life and the Human Experience. Maraboli, S. (2009). Life, the Truth, and Being Free. Brown, B. (2010). The Gifts of Imperfection: Let Go of Who You Think You're Supposed to Be and Embrace Who You Are. Giles, K. (2014). Choosing Clarity: The Path to Fearlessness. Hicks, D. L. (2015). Look into the stillness. Thompson, R. J. (2010). Maladaptive coping, adaptive coping, and depressive symptoms: Variations across age and depressive state. Behaviour Research and Therapy, 459–466. Bourne, E. J. (2020). The Anxiety and Phobia workbook. Just a reminder that we recently released our website ProcessingMind.com AND Our very first Online Course Refine Yourself: How to Identify and Rewrite Your Base Programming Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pircherreid Music by: The Processing Mind

Aug 23, 2023 • 32min
Focus & Presence Guided Meditation | Episode 25
In this episode are taking a break from our usual approach to do a guided meditation. The skills we are practicing in today's meditation are: Focus, and Presence We're also feeling extremely excited to announce the launch of our website ProcessingMind.com AND Our very first Online Course Refine Yourself: How to Identify and Rewrite Your Base Programming Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pircherreid Music by: The Processing Mind

Jul 26, 2023 • 39min
Rethink chronic pain and chronic illness | Episode 24
In this episode we are finally at the end of Step Four: Heal. Chapters covered in this episode include: Rethink chronic pain Rethink chronic illness References from the chapters covered in today's episode: Butler, D.S and Moseley, L.G. (2020). Explain Pain (second edition). Rediger, J. (2021). Cured - Strengthen your immune system and heal your life. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pircherreid Healthier book series available so far: 1. Personal Growth 2. Infinite Intellect 3. Beyond Reactions Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/knowmoredobetter Music by: The Processing Mind
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