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Share with Steve Hodgson88. Parenthood & Mental Health: My Journey Through the Dark As A New Mum! - Chelsea PottengerJoin us for a raw and powerful conversation with Chelsea Pottenger—mental health ambassador, keynote speaker, and founder of EQ Minds—as she shares her deeply personal journey from corporate burnout and post-natal depression to becoming one of Australia’s leading voices in wellbeing. Through vulnerability, science-backed tools, and a touch of humor, Chelsea reveals what it really means to become a mindful high performer.In this episode, Chelsea opens up about the rock bottom moment that transformed her life, how she rebuilt her identity from the inside out, and why self-care isn’t selfish—...2025-04-241h 02
Habit NerdChelsea Pottenger: Habits to re-define health, wealth and create a beautiful lifeIn this episode of Habit Nerd, Dr. Bree Hurn engages with Chelsea Pottenger, a keynote speaker and founder of EQ Minds, discussing the transformative power of gratitude practices, the importance of rest and boundaries, and the need to redefine success in a world increasingly influenced by AI. They explore how to maintain genuine human connections, prioritize mental health through sleep hygiene, and the significance of aligning daily habits with personal values. Chelsea shares her journey of overcoming burnout and emphasizes the necessity of wellness for high-performing individuals.Connect with Chelsea and dive deeper into her work!Follow her on...2025-03-2341 min
TEA WITH JULESChelsea Pottenger - using the power of your brain(July 13, 2019) Did you know that the first 8 minutes of your day, sets your brain up for the rest of your day? Did you also know that your emotions only last for 90 seconds in your nervous system unless you keep talking about them?We are starting with a bang with my next beautiful guest. Chelsea Pottenger specialises in psychology and neuroscience. I discovered her through some girlfriends who had heard Chelsea give a talk and they were absolutely raving about this woman. I can now see why. Chelsea guides me through some important and relevant subjects i...2025-01-2928 min
Lead with CourageChelsea Pottenger | Be a Bloody Legend | Lead with CourageStruggling with postnatal depression, Chelsea Pottenger found herself in a dark place, battling feelings of hopelessness and despair. Through a combination of self-discovery, therapy, and the support of her friends and family, she gradually found a light at the end of the tunnel. Emerging not only as a survivor but as a mental health advocate. Chelsea transformed her experience into a mission to help others and a thriving business, using her journey to inspire and uplift others. Chelsea and her husband joined forces to create a thriving business at EQ Minds, building a team of 'bloody l...2024-06-031h 05
The Tradie ShowSharper Tools, Sharper Mind: Elevating Trade Skills with Chelsea PottengerIn this transformative episode of The Tradie Show, hosts Andy and Angela Smith welcome Chelsea Pottenger, an acclaimed international wellbeing speaker and author of "The Mindful High Performer". Dive deep into a discussion that shatters the stigma around mental health in the trades. Chelsea shares her compelling personal journey from high-performing corporate dynamo to her profound mental health challenges and how it reshaped her life and career. Discover actionable insights on mastering mental resilience and learn why mental fitness is just as crucial as physical strength in the trades. In Thi...2024-05-1351 min
EQ MINDS: Recharge Your Mental HealthHow to protect your energy and emotional state with psychologist Sabina ReadToday's guest is Sabina Read, psychologist, human behaviour expert, speaker, facilitator, mentor and media spokesperson.
Sabina is on a mission to help you become the architect of your life. Through lived experiences and decades of study, Sabina shows you how to take your struggles, fears and anxiety, and work through them so that you can feel empowered, connected and equipped for whatever life throws at you.
Sabina is a wealth of knowledge who takes widely studied psychology-based concepts and makes them easy to understand so that you can integrate them into your own life.
W...2024-03-1636 min
EQ MINDS: Recharge Your Mental HealthHow to use biohacking to optimise performance with Lucas AounLucas Aoun, Australia’s leading biohacker, global educator and health coach. Lucas is incredibly passionate about helping others operate at their peak performance by using biohacks, such as supplementation, light exposure, diet, red light therapy, mouth taping and more.
We cover so much in this episode, including top hacks for getting better sleep and if blue light blocking glasses are worth the hype. The simple tools we discuss are things you can action today.
What to expect in this episode:
How Lucas got into biohacking
Number one hack for better sleep
Latest innovations when it come...2024-02-1119 min
EQ MINDS: Recharge Your Mental HealthRe-release: Manifesting your higher selfJoin Chelsea for this special practice around manifesting your higher self.
A 10-minute guided meditation helping you to connect to your inner wisdom and gain clarity towards your next step.
2024-01-2110 min
money money money702 reset your wellbeing and maximise your potential at work and in life (with Chelsea Pottenger)What's the point of having money and success if we're not physically, emotionally and mentally well enough to enjoy it? Today we're talking with author, keynote speaker and Founder of EQ Minds, Chelsea Pottenger about looking after you and your wellbeing. Chelsea's work in the mental health space is deeply grounded in her own experience with severe Post Natal Depression (PND) which you'll hear a bit of in the intro of this episode. Please speak to your GP if you are experiencing any issues in regards to your mental health or contact Beyond Blue on 1300 22 4636 or Lifeline on 13 11 14. Glen...2024-01-0858 min
EQ MINDS: Recharge Your Mental HealthBest of 2023: Top tips of the yearBest of 2023: We have combined the top tips from your favourite podcast guests into one 9-minute episode. Guests include Janine Shepherd, Brian Hartzer, Lael Stone, Allan Sparkes and Kemi Nekvapil.
What you can expect from this episode:
The power of practicing forgiveness
What compassionate leadership really is
How to support your child when they are sad
Courage and the ability to care
Questions to help find your power
Enjoy the show!
Connect with Janine Shepherd:
IG: @janine_shepherd
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/janineshepherd/?originalSubdomain=au
TEDx: htt...2023-12-1709 min
EQ MINDS: Recharge Your Mental HealthRe-release: Walking MeditationJoin Chelsea for a walking meditation either on the beach, at the park or on your commute to work. Become present and grounded as Chelsea guides you through connecting to the moment. By practicing a walking meditation, you are heightening your awareness of your mental, physical and emotional state. This technique helps you to develop a greater understanding of your surroundings and move forward with intent and purpose, which will then carry on through to your day to day life.2023-12-0412 min
EQ MINDS: Recharge Your Mental HealthMindful tool: Taking care of yourself through the holiday seasonDo you feel more stressed in the festive season? Do you put an unreasonable amount of pressure on yourself to make things perfect as we near Christmas?
This month's mindful tool is all about how to realistically take care of yourself throughout the holiday season with in-house Keynote Speaker and Nutritionist, Ashley Whitehead.
Ashley a Speaker, Personal Trainer, Nutritionist and Mum of two, knows first-hand how stressful the holiday season can be. However, Ash also understands the importance of setting realistic expectations and ditching the perfectionist mindset to ensure a happier and more peaceful break.
...2023-11-2615 min
EQ MINDS: Recharge Your Mental HealthNavigating your mental health as a young entrepreneur“Lean into the fear” - Jahin Tanvir
Today's guest is Jahin Tanvir, CEO of the Australian School of Entrepreneurship and a 3-time TEDx speaker.
Jahin was recognised as one of the 40 under 40 Most Influential Asian-Australians in 2022 at the age of 21. He is a Young Australian of the Year finalist, a Young Canberra Citizen of the Year, and serves on the board of the Adolescent Health Association of Australia. Under Jahin’s leadership, the Australian School of Entrepreneurship has influenced more than 180,000 people, making education and employment accessible to all. Jahin's mission is to empower diverse commun...2023-11-1813 min
EQ MINDS: Recharge Your Mental HealthMeditation: Loving KindnessUse this practice to cultivate feelings of love and kindness towards yourself, someone you love and the world around you.
When you consciously choose to practice self-compassion and send love to those around you, you enhance feelings of gratitude and decrease any stress you might be feeling.
Let Chelsea guide you through a 10 minute practice to help soften your body and mind into the present moment and elevate your mental state. 2023-11-0511 min
EQ MINDS: Recharge Your Mental HealthMindful tool: How to make new friends as an adult with Jay PottengerDid you know 1 in 3 Australians are feeling lonely, with 1 in 6 experiencing severe loneliness?
In this week's mindful tool we're doing things a little differently. Jay Pottenger will be discussing the loneliness epidemic currently happening in Australia, how disconnected we've all become and what steps you can take today to start making new connections.
In this episode, Jay opens up about his own experience with male friendship and what he's done over the past 12 months in order to start building more community around him and make new friends as an adult male.
What to expe...2023-10-2915 min
EQ MINDS: Recharge Your Mental HealthSetting boundaries between work and personal life with Jay PottengerToday's guest is Jay Pottenger, General Manager of EQ Minds, Keynote Speaker and husband to Chelsea Pottenger.
Jay is incredibly passionate about helping people create healthy habits through mindfulness. As an ex-athlete, high corporate performer, husband and father, Jay understands the stressors of modern living and how discipline and healthy habits is crucial in achieving freedom.
In today's conversation, Chelsea and Jay discuss effective strategies to make your life easier and more fulfilling.
What you can expect from this episode:
Challenges Chelsea & Jay face being married and owning a business together
How they...2023-10-2314 min
EQ MINDS: Recharge Your Mental HealthMeditation: Overcoming DepressionTake a step towards your healing journey with the incredible power of meditation. This 10-minute guided practice to overcome depression will help you to acknowledge any feelings of sadness and remind you that you are not alone.
Rather than resisting what comes up for you, allow these feelings to surface without judgement. Then let your body soften and release any tension, as Chelsea guides you through a visualisation that will help you to truly relax into the present moment.
2023-10-1510 min
EQ MINDS: Recharge Your Mental HealthWhy saying "I'm not okay" are the three strongest words you can say with Mitch WallisToday's guest is Mitch Wallis, a leading figure in mental health education on a lifelong mission to empower others to feel understood. After working for Microsoft for almost 7 years, he left his successful corporate career to devote himself full time to helping overcome suffering and revisioning the mind’s healing potential through the power of storytelling, connection and living with authenticity.
Mitch founded Heart on my sleeve, a global health initiative and created “Real Conversations” and “Real mates” for mental health support and education in Australia. As a wellbeing consultant, he has collaborated with companies like Google, Amazon and h...2023-10-1015 min
One QuestionMEDICATION & MENTAL HEALTH with Chelsea PottengerIf there was one thing you think society should talk more about, what would it be? “We need to remove the stigma associated with medication used to aid mental health.”_______________________________Chelsea Pottenger is the dynamic, brilliant and inspirational Director of EQ Minds who is on a mission to empower high performance through greater mindfulness.Chelsea’s passion is helping busy minds reset, recharge and navigate the challenges of everyday life. She’s an inspiring and engaging wellbeing speaker - I think I’ve seen her...2023-10-0329 min
EQ MINDS: Recharge Your Mental HealthHow to raise resilient and compassionate children with Lael StoneThis week's guest is Lael Stone. Parenting educator and consultant, TEDx speaker, Co-creator of Woodline Primary, Speaker for The Resilience Project and Author of best-selling book - Raising Resilient and Compassionate Children.
Born from personal experience, Lael saw the need for a more connected and empathetic approach in helping mothers and babies who experienced trauma, and so she went on to create workshops and support groups which empower parents to create stronger bonds with their children.
As Lael’s three children moved into teenage years, Lael saw the need for healthy ways to address relationships, sexua...2023-10-0121 min
EQ MINDS: Recharge Your Mental HealthMeditation: Reduce anxiety and fall asleep quicklyQuiet the chatter of your mind and fall asleep quickly as Chelsea guides you through a 12 minute meditation practice. Tune into the sensations of your body and listen to the calming music as you truly let your mind and body fall into a deep state of relaxation. 2023-09-2412 min
EQ MINDS: Recharge Your Mental HealthHow to step into your power with Kemi NekvapilKemi Nekvapil is one of Australia's leading credentialed coaches for female executives and entrepreneurs, a global speaker/facilitator, endurance athlete, a mother of teenagers, wife, dedicated gardener and early stage flower farmer.
Kemi has worked in the wellness industry for more than 25 years and holistic leadership for 10 years. Having studied leadership and purpose at The Gross National Happiness Centre in Bhutan, trained as a yoga teacher in India with a 23-year yoga and meditation practice, Kemi understands there is a process for meaningful connection to ourselves, our work, our families and our communities.Training with D...2023-09-1720 min
EQ MINDS: Recharge Your Mental HealthMindful tool: I'm here to hear: Recognising the signs of mental illnessHear to hear: Recognising the signs of mental illness.
This week marks R U OK Day and we are here to break the stigma on mental health and encourage open conversations.
**trigger warning** this episode discusses suicide and mental illness. It may be best to step away from this podcast if this topic is triggering to you, your wellbeing is important.
What to expect in this episode:
Chelsea talks openly about her relapse in 2020 and how looks can be deceiving
Recognising the signs of mental illness in others, as well as in yourse...2023-09-1220 min
EQ MINDS: Recharge Your Mental HealthTransforming shame into hope with Allan SparkesAllan Sparkes, inspirational keynote speaker and best selling author of the book 'The cost of bravery', is one of Australia’s most highly decorated citizens with an incredible story.
Allan Sparkes became one of only five people to be awarded Australia's highest decoration for bravery, the Cross of Valour, for rescuing an 11-year old boy from a flooded storm water drain in 1996. However, after two decades in the police force, the rescue would signal a downward spiral into post-traumatic stress disorder and depression.
This turn of events was an incredibly dark time for Allan and it...2023-09-0320 min
EQ MINDS: Recharge Your Mental HealthMeditation: Feel aliveRestore your energy with this uplifting meditation.
Listen to the sounds of nature as Chelsea guides you through this 14 minute practice where you can truly connect inward and allow your mind and body the space to appreciate being here.2023-08-2714 min
EQ MINDS: Recharge Your Mental HealthThe incredible mental health benefits of owning a pet with Dr Katrina WarrenToday's guest is Dr Katrina Warren, one of Australia's most recognised veterinarians and pet experts with a media career spanning over 25 years. After graduating from University, Dr Katrina took a more unconventional path to working in television. Many of you might recall her from the popular Seven Network show, Harry's Practice.
Dr Katrina has an incredible passion for working with animals and loves helping pet owners enhance the social bond they have with their pets.
What to expect in this episode:
Dr Katrina's story and how she forged her career pathway
How owning a pet...2023-08-2115 min
EQ MINDS: Recharge Your Mental HealthMindful tool: How to stop being a people pleaser to protect your mental healthDo you over apologise? Do you have a hard time saying no? Do you downplay your achievements?
In this episode, we take a look at:
What a people pleaser really is
How to set boundaries
How to stop saying sorry
Ways to deal with rejection
How to protect yourself from empathy overload
Why it’s so important to make time for self-care
This bite-size podcast is full of practical tools and techniques you can take away to improve your relationships, energy and own mental wellbeing.
Connect with Chelsea:
www.eqminds.com...2023-08-1310 min
EQ MINDS: Recharge Your Mental HealthHow to get started with meditation with Leah SimmonsToday's guest is the beautiful Leah Simmons, a certified pilates instructor, personal trainer and kundalini yoga teacher with a very strong passion for health and fitness.
Leah understands that "we are so much more than just a physical body" and after many years of self-discovery she created and founded KAAIAA, a training model that integrates your mental, physical, emotional and spiritual wellbeing.
What to you can expect from this episode:
What meditation really is and how to get started
Practical attainable goals when it comes to rituals that support your wellbeing
Taking responsibility for you...2023-08-0615 min
EQ MINDS: Recharge Your Mental HealthWhy you should care about your glucose levels with Ashley WhiteheadToday we are joined by none other than in-house nutritionist Keynote Speaker, Ashley Whitehead.
Ashley Whitehead, originally from Scotland, has an infectious personality that makes complex science sound simple. With a degree in physiology, sport science and nutrition, Ashley empowers you with the tools and techniques to fuel up for not just your physical health, however your mental and emotional health too.
What to expect in this episode:
Ash's own personal story
Glucose spikes and what causes them
How to eat to protect your mental health
The ideal breakfast to set up your day
S...2023-07-3018 min
EQ MINDS: Recharge Your Mental HealthMeditation: Attract miraclesWhat are your greatest dreams and desires?
Use this practice to help you see the vision you wish to manifest. Chelsea takes you on a journey as you dive into all 5 senses to help you visualise what you wish to come true. Watch as miracles happen over the coming weeks and months when you use this practice daily.2023-07-2318 min
EQ MINDS: Recharge Your Mental HealthMindful tools: The science behind visualisationHave you ever wanted to understand the science behind visualisation and how it actually works?
Today’s episode is an easy to understand explanation of the mechanics behind this technique, and how visualisation has the same effect on the brain when mentally rehearsing an activity as actually doing it (how cool is that!)
You will also learn how to use all 5 senses when visualising, the power of feeling the emotions you want to feel and when the best time is to practice this technique.
Meditate with Chelsea:
https://www.eqminds.com/med...2023-07-1615 min
EQ MINDS: Recharge Your Mental HealthHow to flex your conversational muscle with Luke CookLuke Cook, also known as Cookie, is a purpose-driven entrepreneur and conversation expert, best known as the founder and host of Cuppa.tv, a conversation platform designed for businesses to enhance their people's well-being, work performance, and sense of belonging.
What to expect in this episode:
Why we struggle to have deep conversations today
How to build stronger connections with others
How to expand your social circles
How to have difficult conversations
What cookie does for his mental health
Enjoy the show!
*Note: This podcast contains a language warning.
Connect with Luke...2023-07-0919 min
EQ MINDS: Recharge Your Mental HealthPsychological safety and leadership with Rob HorstmanToday's special guest is none other than our very own Rob Horstman. Rob has over two decades of leadership experience in both business and community. Rob understands first hand what it's like working in high pressure environments and is extremely passionate about helping leaders take charge of their mental wellbeing and lead with a caring heart.
What this episode includes:
Practical insights around psychological safety
Actionable steps leaders can take in their next meeting
Self awareness and getting perspective
What Rob does to take care of his mental health
Enjoy the show!
Connect with Rob...2023-06-2511 min
EQ MINDS: Recharge Your Mental HealthMindful Tools: How to let go of worriesIn this month's Mindful Tools, Chelsea will give you simple and practical tips on how to let go of worries.
Take ownership of what you can do right now and learn to love the process. Listen to this 10 minute episode to gain a greater understanding of why we worry, the physical response within the brain and body and how to use simple tools and techniques to free yourself of worries that are holding you back!
Wellbeing Program: The Mindful Journey: https://www.eqminds.com/the-mindful-journey
Connect with Chelsea:
www.eqminds.com 2023-06-1810 min
EQ MINDS: Recharge Your Mental HealthHow to get habits to stick with Dr Jon FinnDr Jon Finn is the best selling author of ‘The Habit Mechanic’ and founder of the consultancy Tougher Minds, which helps people build habits that enable them to fulfil their greatest potential.
Dr Jon Finn has three psychology related degrees, including a PhD and has worked in performance psychology, resilience and leadership science for over 20 years.
What to expect in this episode:
Why habits fail
The science behind building habits
How you make your decisions
Drivers that enforce your behaviour
How you brain stores memory
If you love understanding how your brain works and...2023-06-1125 min
EQ MINDS: Recharge Your Mental HealthMeditation: Recharge your energyAllow your mind and body the space to heal and recharge for your day ahead.
Connect inward, as Chelsea guides you through 13 minutes of warmth and rejuvenation as you let the words and music take you to another place. 2023-06-0413 min
EQ MINDS: Recharge Your Mental HealthHow to master connecting with others with Summer LandToday we are joined by author, Summer Land. Summer, a good friend and the incredible ghostwriter of Chelsea’s best selling book ‘The Mindful High Performer.’
Summer is passionate about helping people communicate and connect effectively with empathy and integrity in the workplace and in personal life. Summer is witty, authentic and energetic with her bubbly and bright personality.
Join Chelsea and Summer as they discuss:
Summer’s story and how she became a ghostwriter
Reframing how you go back into the workplace
Connection tips with colleagues
Connection tips with friends
What is tactical empathy...2023-05-2814 min
EQ MINDS: Recharge Your Mental HealthHow to say no and set healthy boundaries with Lise & SarahToday we are joined by best friends Lise and Sarah - a powerful and funny duo with infectious personalities. After meeting in their thirties, their extraordinary chemistry and genuine friendship landed the pair local and national radio shows with Australia’s largest media network, Southern Cross Austereo, as ‘Those Two Girls’.
In 2020, Lise & Sarah launched FORTY – a podcast for the middle years, which was downloaded more than 2.5 million times, and in 2022, their first book Forty Favours the Brave was published.
Both mothers, Lise and Sarah speak openly and honestly as they discuss forming bravery and self-confi...2023-05-2119 min
Success With Purpose033 Chelsea Pottenger | From Postnatal Depression to Mindful High PerformerChelsea Pottenger was in a psychiatric ward while her daughter was only a few weeks old. While lying in bed with debilitating postnatal depression she asked herself a question which would drastically change the course of her life:
“How do I want to feel in this life?”
Chelsea’s journey is one of a consistent high performer who has learned that the drive to succeed can coincide with a calm, peaceful & joyful life.
Through exceptional hardship, Chelsea learned how to become well again.
And the combination of these skills & her passion to change the lives of others catapulted her into a career i...2023-05-081h 17
EQ MINDS: Recharge Your Mental HealthMindful Tools: 3 tips on how to handle burnoutIntroducing our new monthly episode: Mindful Tools.
We've created a short monthly listen, with the intention to provide simple and effective strategies for you to take away. In this month's Mindful Tools, Chelsea will be discussing 3 tips on how to beat burnout. With burnout on the rise, EQ Minds is on a mission to educate and empower you with the tools needed to not let yourself reach that point. Learn key strategies on what to do if you feel yourself at tipping point, how to truly recharge your battery, where to seek help and what to do...2023-05-0814 min
Our Next Guest Is...snappy interviews with inspirational Australians.Chelsea Pottenger - On a mission to encourage businesses to prioritise their employee’s mental health firstChelsea Pottenger is the founder and Director of EQ MINDS. She is an accredited Mindfulness & Meditation coach, a Psychology student of Adelaide University and a Mental Health Ambassador for R U OK? She is also a woman on a mission, a mission to reset the corporate agenda, asking businesses to prioritise their employee’s mental health first. This mission is grounded and inspired by her own experience after suffering postnatal depression.Chelsea combines science and personal stories to share practical tools for your team to build a positive, high performance mindset.For more inf...2023-05-0223 min
EQ MINDS: Recharge Your Mental HealthWhy what you wear matters for your mental health with Tamara HollandToday's guest is Tamara Holland, Mamamia's Head of Lifestyle and the host of the weekly fashion podcast, ‘What Are You Wearing?’. With a career spanning ten-plus years in the magazine industry, she was previously the Deputy Editor of InStyle Australia and is a woman who knows her fashion!
Join Chelsea and Tamara as they discuss:
Tam's story and what got her into fashion
The psychology behind what you wear
Finding your personal style
Tam's best shopping tips
How Tam protects her mental health
Connect with Tamara:
IG: @_tamaradavis_
Connect with Chelsea:
ww...2023-04-3025 min
EQ MINDS: Recharge Your Mental HealthHow to focus with Jay PottengerToday's guest is Jay Pottenger, General Manager and Productivity Speaker of EQ MINDS. As an accredited mindfulness and meditation coach, he blends science and mindfulness to give you simple strategies for becoming the best, happiest, and most productive version of yourself.
Chelsea and Jay discuss:
Time allocation
Ruthless prioritisation
Finding your optimal time
Overcoming distractions
Email efficiency
Multitasking
Jay speaks about how discipline creates freedom. He provides practical tools to help you have more productive days, so that you have more time for your personal life.
Connect with Jay:
Linkedin: https://www.l...2023-04-2317 min
EQ MINDS: Recharge Your Mental HealthMeditation: Walking meditationJoin Chelsea for a walking meditation either on the beach, at the park or on your commute to work. Become present and grounded as Chelsea guides you through connecting to the moment. By practicing a walking meditation, you are heightening your awareness of your mental, physical and emotional state. This technique helps you to develop a greater understanding of your surroundings and move forward with intent and purpose, which will then carry on through to your day to day life.2023-04-1612 min
EQ MINDS: Recharge Your Mental HealthSelf-awareness & shifting your perspective with Janine Shepherd"I could've gone either way". After a near death experience and being told she'd never walk again, Janine could have simply given up. Now, she lives a life they thought was impossible.
Janine Shepherd is an internationally renowned speaker, author and currently undertaking her PhD in resilience and disability. She is a former champion skier whose inspiring TED talk, “A Broken Body Isn’t a Broken Person,” has garnered over 2 million views and has been awarded an Order of Australia for her work in the disability sector.
After a bike accident ended her athletic career, Janine...2023-04-0217 min
Startup DiariesLesson: Chelsea Pottenger On How To Create A Culture That Employees LoveChelsea Pottenger Founder of EQ Minds and Author of The Mindful High Performer, is responsible for helping brands such as eBay, Google, Telstra and CBA improve mental health in the workplace and find a better balance for their employees.Chelsea shares valuable insights on how to build an exceptional workplace culture that empowers employees to thrive and love what they do. With years of experience, she understands the importance of creating an environment where employees feel valued, respected, and supported. Listen to the full episode here: https://open.spotify.com/e...2023-03-3013 min
EQ MINDS: Recharge Your Mental HealthA toolkit for resilience: how to find it and keep it with Dinesh PalipanaDinesh is a doctor, lawyer, disability advocate, and researcher. Halfway through medical school, he was involved in a motor vehicle accident that caused a cervical spinal cord injury. Since then, Dinesh has forged an incredible path, now working in the emergency department at the Gold Coast University Hospital and as a senior lecturer at the Griffith University of Queensland. Dinesh is also a researcher in spinal cord injury and a founding member of Doctors with Disabilities Australia.
Join us for this incredible episode where:
- Dinesh tells his powerful story.
- He shares...2023-03-2621 min
EQ MINDS: Recharge Your Mental HealthMeditation: Opening your heartJoin Chelsea for this 10-minute guided practice to help open your heart and let your true spirit come through. In this practice, you will be guided to become present with the messages your heart is sending you and begin to clear and cleanse anything that no longer serves you. 2023-03-1910 min
EQ MINDS: Recharge Your Mental HealthHow to use your voice with Antoinette LattoufAntoinette Lattouf, media personality, mental health ambassador, TEDx speaker, co-founder of Media Diversity Australia, and the author of 'How to Lose Friends and Influence White People'.
Antoinette Latouff has gone through incredible challenges to get to where she is today and seeks to increase cultural and linguistic diversity in Australia's news media. Antoinette speaks openly and vulnerably about her own challenges with postpartum and advocates for more support and awareness for perinatal mental health.
Join Chelsea and Antoinette as they discuss how you don't need to accept what has been delivered to you, the myth o...2023-03-0522 min
EQ MINDS: Recharge Your Mental HealthHow to overcome imposter syndrome with Matt PurcellMatt Purcell is an award-winning entrepreneur, speaker, and champion for young people. Co-founder of Mentored Media, Matt whispers in the ears of kings and queens, working with Australia’s most well-known brands and high-profile people on branding and positioning strategies.
As an adopted Korean Australian, Matt has a powerful story and speaks to audiences around Australia. Matt is also the founder and CEO of Australia’s only Verbal Self Defence and Confidence Training Program, Social Kung Fu with a mission to positively impact the lives of 1 million Aussie kids.
Join Chelsea and Matt as they discuss...2023-02-2718 min
EQ MINDS: Recharge Your Mental HealthMeditation: Manifesting your higher selfConnect with your higher self and surrender to the love and wholeness that you truly are. Join Chelsea for a 10 minute guided practice that uses the power of affirmations to align you with your higher purpose and help you to gain clarity in that next step. 2023-02-1810 min
EQ MINDS: Recharge Your Mental HealthWhat true leadership means with Brian HartzerBrian Hartzer, experienced executive, leadership mentor, author of The Leadership Star: A Practical Guide to Building Engagement, investor, and Chairman of 2Be, a new specialty lender that helps parents help their children get onto the property ladder. He is also Chairman of Beforepay, an ASX-listed salary advance business, and Reejig (an AI-based HR technology startup).
Join Chelsea and Brian for this insightful conversation about what true leadership really means and how authentically helping others is what adds deep satisfaction to your life. Brian also talks about how his failures are what created his success, the best advice...2023-02-0522 min
The Boss in Heels PodcastChelsea Pottenger: Founder Of EQ Minds Talks Peak Performance, Mindfulness & Making ImpactIn this episode of The Boss in Heels Podcast, I had the pleasure of speaking with Chelsea Pottenger, Director at EQ Minds. Chelsea is an international wellbeing speaker, ambassador for mental health charities including RUOK? and The Gidget Foundation, and author of ‘The Mindful High Performer.’ Chelsea’s passion is helping busy minds reset, recharge and navigate the challenges of every day life.
Featured on Channel 9, ABC News, Marie Claire and Women’s Health, and with high-profile clients including CBA, eBay, Uber, Macquarie, Estee Lauder, Dexus Property and Google, Chelsea empowers individuals to take control of their mental we...2023-02-0134 min
EQ MINDS: Recharge Your Mental HealthMeditation: FocusJoin Chelsea for this 10 minute guided practice to help you start your day focused.
Use this mindful practice to increase your focus, concentration and awareness. Give your mind the chance to relax, unplug and start your day with clarity and calm.
Connect with Chelsea:
www.eqminds.com
IG: @eqminds & @chelseapottengerofficial
2023-01-2910 min
EQ MINDS: Recharge Your Mental HealthHow to boost your wellbeing through positivity with Dr Suzy GreenDr. Suzy Green, Clinical and Coaching Psychologist (MAPS) and Founder & CEO of The Positivity Institute.
In this episode, Suzy shares science-based tools through positive psychology to help you consciously cultivate a more positive mindset. Suzy offers practical ways to enhance good-feeling emotions, and provides tools you can integrate into your daily life.
Chelsea and Suzy discuss what a positive approach actually means, and that being sad is a natural human emotion. Dr. Suzy Green also shares what she does to protect her own mental health. Join them both for this insightful and educational discussion on t...2023-01-1517 min
EQ MINDS: Recharge Your Mental HealthSpecial Christmas Edition - Meditation for Positive EnergyFor our final meditation for 2022, we are re-sharing our most popular meditation. With over 369,000 listens on Insight Timer, this Meditation for Positive Energy will help set up your day for success. Spend 10 minutes with Chelsea as she guides you to start the day with clarity, positivity and openness.2022-12-1710 min
EQ MINDS: Recharge Your Mental HealthHow to overcome challenges with Ben LucasToday's guest is Ben Lucas, owner and director of Flow Athletic and Flow Training Centre. Two of the most well known and highly regarded fitness brands in the country.
After "facing more challenges in the last two years of business than the previous 20 put together", Ben shares his secrets to overcoming challenges and obstacles.
Ben and Chelsea discuss how investing in yourself means you can be at your best, and how relationships are essential so you have a network to lean on, especially when times are tough.
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Startup Diaries#58: Chelsea Pottenger On The Dark Truth Of Hustle CultureOn this week's Episode of Startup Diaries, Kyle sits down with Chelsea Pottenger, Founder of EQ Minds and Author of The Mindful High Performer. Chelsea is responsible for helping brands such as eBay, Google, Telstra and CBA improve mental health in the workplace and find a better balance for their employees. Chelsea reveals the 4 pillars you must get right, why you need time off, how to create a culture that employees love, why turnover is so high, founders must do's and much more! 0:00 - Introduction 2:25 - Chelsea's Journey 6:58 - The Truth Behind Mental Illness 10:15 - 4 Life Pillars You Must...2022-11-2847 min
EQ MINDS: Recharge Your Mental HealthMeditation: Sleep. Rest. Renew.Join Chelsea for this 10 minute sleep meditation. You will be guided into relaxation and stillness, so you can rest, renew and recover.2022-11-1910 min
Ageless Radiance ClubChelsea Pottenger | Highlights Season 5Chelsea Pottenger is a leading international motivational speaker and one of Australia’s most popular corporate wellness presenters. An accredited mindfulness and meditation coach, as well as a Mental Health Ambassador for R U OK? and Gidget Foundation Australia, Chelsea founded her company EQ Minds back in 2016 with the goal of introducing high-performance mental fitness to the public and corporates. This year, Chelsea launched her book The Mindful High performer, a modern handbook for thriving. Her story is that she was a busy and burnt-out entrepreneur who then suffered severe post-natal depression once she became a mum an...2022-11-0915 min
EQ MINDS: Recharge Your Mental HealthLife defining moments and the bravest thing you can do with Libby TrickettToday's guest is Libby Trickett, golden girl of swimming, mum, OAM and co-founder of Unlocking Her Potential.
In this vulnerable and often hilarious discussion, Libby talks about her Postnatal Depression, transitioning from swimming, the challenge of motherhood and much more. She shares a very important message for all of us - you are not a failure if you need to ask for help, it's the most brave thing you can do.
Connect with Libby Trickett:
Podcasts: All That Glitters and The Sport Social
Socials: @libby_trickett.
Book: Beneath the Su...2022-11-0625 min
EQ MINDS: Recharge Your Mental HealthMeditation: Overcoming AnxietyConnect to your breath and find calm.
Join Chelsea for this 10 minute guided meditation that aims to help relieve feelings of anxiety, stress and tension. Become aware of your breath and let it wash the anxiety from your mind and your body.2022-10-2310 min
EQ MINDS: Recharge Your Mental HealthOvercoming fear, self doubt and your ego with Olivia CarrToday's guest is Olivia Carr. Olivia is the Founder and Chief Giving Officer of the global brand Shhh Silk. She is an entrepreneur, social change maker and philanthropist. Olivia joins Chelsea in a vulnerable discussion that can help all of us, out grow our egos, remove self pressure and focus on internal validation, rather than external. Her story and wisdom will empower you to take that leap of faith or simply feel empowered and confident in yourself.
Connect with Olivia Carr:
Instagram: @iamoliviacarr
https://www.icmi.com.au/olivia-carr/
Connect with C...2022-10-0824 min
EQ MINDS: Recharge Your Mental HealthMeditation: Morning BoostJoin Chelsea for a 10 minute morning boost meditation. Visualise your body filling with vibrant energy and recharge yourself with the gentle flow of your breathe. Start your day in control and energised. 2022-09-2510 min
EQ MINDS: Recharge Your Mental HealthPerimenopause, breaking the cycle of silence with Shelly HortonToday's guest is Shelly Horton. Shelly Horton is a journalist, TV presenter, keynote speaker, MC, she runs her own business - ShellShocked Media and is an out-and-proud peri warrior. She’s too busy to put up with her peri symptoms, but it’s rare to see her without a fan.
She joins Chelsea to have an open and honest discussion on why perimenopause shouldn't be taboo. In our chat we discuss:
- What is perimenopause
- The signs and symptoms of perimenopause
- Tips on how to get through perimenopause
- Resou...2022-09-1123 min
The Rise & Conquer PodcastRecharge your Mental Health with Author and Speaker Chelsea Pottenger ✨Trigger Warning - Postnatal Depression and Mental Health Issues are touched on in this episode. Today we are speaking with a very special guest - Chelsea Pottenger. Chelsea is the founder of EQ Minds which she created to educate and empower people to prioritise their mental health and self care. She has worked with brands like Google, eBay and Estée Lauder! Chelsea started her journey into mindfulness and meditation after experiencing severe postnatal depression. In this ep we chat about how we can schedule in our self-care, prioritise our...2022-09-0547 min
Secrets of Successful Business PodcastChelsea Pottenger - The Mindful High Performer - Simple yet powerful shifts to help recharge your mental healthSend us a textIn May 2015, today’s guest Chelsea Pottenger, found herself suicidal and in a mental hospital. For Chelsea, a self-confessed high achiever and Type A personality, it was the last thing she expected to happen when she gave birth to her first child.But rather than wondering why this had happened to her, Chelsea viewed her predicament as an opportunity. As part of her recovery she studied psychology and radically shifted her priorities to put her mental health first, the process so life changing that she founded her business EQ Minds....2022-09-0547 min
EQ MINDS: Recharge Your Mental HealthMeditation: Tap Into Your Intuition For ConfidenceJoin Chelsea for a 10 minute meditation to help tap into your intuition and build your confidence. Sometimes we need to take a moment to slow down and reflect. Learn the skill of trusting your centre to build hope and optimism. Unlock the wisdom of your body, your intuition. 2022-08-2810 min
EQ MINDS: Recharge Your Mental HealthHow to become happy with Robert MackJoin Robert Mack as he joins Chelsea to discuss how to become happy. Rob Mack is Ivy-League-Educated Positive Psychology Expert, Celebrity Happiness Coach, Inspirational Speaker, and Published Author. As seen on Good Morning America, The Today Show, Access Hollywood, E!, and OWN.
Rob & Chelsea discuss:
Rob's story and how he searched and found happiness.
How happiness is inside of you and how to own it.
The truth about how success won't lead to happiness but how happiness leads to success.
Tips for unconditional happiness
Why saying in shape helps Rob stay happy and mentally fit.
We gai...2022-08-1318 min
Sleep By SheaSleep and the Mindfulness Connection with Chelsea PottengerWe all are guilty of getting tied down by the daily grind, and sacrificing our mental health. Sometimes, the key to achieving our best self is not actually doing more, but doing less - slowing down and living mindfully. This episode of Sleep By Shea is created in conjunction with EQ Minds. EQ Minds is a business that was created to educate and empower people to prioritise and care for their mental health. It is a destination for busy minds seeking out tools and resources to bring calm, nourish the mind and optimise mental health and wellbeing to improve...2022-08-1035 min
Feel Good From Within with Yvette Le Blowitz - #spaitgirl podcastThe Mindful High Performer with Chelsea Pottenger, Corporate Mindfulness Coach & Founder of EQ MINDS, AuthorFeel Good From Within with Yvette Le Blowitz - #SPAITGIRL Podcast EP.182 - The Mindful High Performer with Chelsea Pottenger, Corporate Mindfulness Coach & Founder of EQ MINDS, Author Simple Yet Powerful Shifts to Recharge Your Mental Health and Perform at Your Best in Work and Life Chelsea Pottenger is the Founder and Director of EQ Minds, and is on a mission to empower high performance through greater mindfulness. Chelsea is a leading authority on mental health. She is an international motivational speaker and accredited mindfulness and meditation coach and author of The Mindful Hig...2022-08-0727 min
The Rachel Jay PodcastFounder of EQ Minds Chelsea Pottenger on How to Achieve More in Less Time, Mindfulness and High PerformanceThis week on the pod the wonderful Chelsea Pottenger joins me. She’s the founder of EQ Minds, international speaker, host of podcast EQ Minds: Recharge Your Mental Health and the author of The Mindful High Performer. Chels and I could’ve literally chat for hours about all of this good stuff.Chels kindly shares her journey from being a high performing athlete, successful corporate to falling into the depths of post natal depression after the birth of her first child Clara; going from someone so used to achieving to experiencing feelings of anxiety, guilt and not feel...2022-08-0152 min
EQ MINDS: Recharge Your Mental HealthMeditation: Resilience - Access Your Inner StrengthJoin Chelsea for this 10 minute guided meditation to cultivate resilience. If you are feeling despondent or overwhelmed, use this practice is to restore balance and harmony.
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https://www.instagram.com/eqminds 2022-07-3110 min
Ageless Radiance ClubChelsea Pottenger | How Hustle Culture and Burnout Is Ageing YouChelsea Pottenger is a leading international motivational speaker and one of Australia’s most popular corporate wellness presenters. An accredited mindfulness and meditation coach, as well as a Mental Health Ambassador for R U OK? and Gidget Foundation Australia, Chelsea founded her company EQ Minds back in 2016 with the goal of introducing high-performance mental fitness to the public and corporates. This year, Chelsea launched her book The Mindful High performer, a modern handbook for thriving. Her story is that she was a busy and burnt-out entrepreneur who then suffered severe post-natal depression once she became a mum an...2022-07-1845 min
EQ MINDS: Recharge Your Mental HealthDebunking work life balance with Dr Sohee JunTodays guest is the fantastic Dr Sohee Jun. With a Ph.D & Masters in organisational psychology, Sohee is a leadership coach, development expert, Amazon best selling author and mum of three.
Chelsea and Sohee discuss how to live a more authentic life. Learn how to use your values to identify your priorities, why self care is not optional and the non-negotiable's for success.
Connect with Sohee:
Website: https://soheejunphd.com/
Instagram: @soheejun_phd
Book: https://www.amazon.com/Mommytracked-Authentic-Risks-Success-Terms/dp/1544508328
Connect with Chelsea
https://www.eqmi...2022-07-1718 min
EQ MINDS: Recharge Your Mental HealthMeditation: Restorative Practice for StressThis 10 minute meditation is a restorative practice to help you reduce stress. If you are feeling overwhelmed, use this meditation to cultivate peace instead of getting caught up in pain.
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https://www.instagram.com/chelseapottengerofficial
https://www.instagram.com/eqminds
2022-07-0310 min
Immerse Yourself in Storytelling With Full AudiobookMindful High Performer Audiobook by Chelsea PottengerListen to this audiobook in full for free onhttps://hotaudiobook.com/freeID: 600438
Title: Mindful High Performer
Author: Chelsea Pottenger
Narrator: Sara Lynam
Format: Unabridged
Length: 8:20:00
Language: English
Release date: 07-01-22
Publisher: Wavesound Audiobooks
Genres: Self Development, Health & Wellness
Summary:
Future-proof your mindset and sharpen your performance with science-based tools from one of Australia's top corporate wellness providers.
Who has time for self-care? Chelsea Pottenger didn't. In May 2015, the successful entrepreneur found herself battling postnatal depression so severe, she landed in a psychiatric hospital. Determined to overhaul her wellbeing, Chelsea dived headfirst into the study of mindfulness and meditation. She...2022-07-028h 20
Tell Me What To ReadSelf-Help - Jessica Irvine & Chelsea PottengerLooking to pick up some good habits? This is the show for you! Dive into the world of self-help as we chat about improving your finances with Jessica Irvine, and fine tuning your mind with Chelsea Pottenger! Jump ahead to 01:12 for Jessica Irvine. Jump ahead to 31:56 for our sponsored book of the week. Jump ahead to 33:12 for Chelsea Pottenger. EXPLORE BOOKS MENTIONED Money with Jess by Jessica Irvine | https://bit.ly/3bhUze6 The Mindful High Performer by Chelsea Pottenger | https://bit.ly/3trGjWD [SPON...2022-06-2757 min
EQ MINDS: Recharge Your Mental HealthSlowing down to achieve more with Christie Whitehill, Co-Founder of INTU WellnessToday's guest is Christie Whitehill, Co-Founder of INTU Wellness
As a successful entrepreneur, Christie experienced burnout from her 'always on', busy days. In her journey to recovery, she knew she needed to change her lifestyle, priorities and mindset. In today's episode, she shares the importance of a slow living routine to listen to your body, in order to get the most out of yourself.
Find out more about INTU Wellness:
https://intuwellness.com/
@intu_wellness
Connect with Chelsea:
@chelseapottengerofficial
@eqminds
Order y...2022-06-1916 min
The ALLIED ShowDeveloping a High Performance Mindset With Chelsea PottengerFounder and Director of EQ MINDS, Chelsea Pottenger is one of Australia’s most popular corporate wellness presenters. Chelsea is on a mission to reset the corporate agenda, asking businesses to prioritise their employees mental health first.This mission is grounded and inspired by her own experience. Chelsea experienced severe PostNatal Depression (PND) following the birth of her daughter six years ago. In her journey to recovery, she retrained and adopted a new way of living, integrating a new set of tools into her life to manage and optimise her mental health. An accredited mindfulness and...2022-06-1532 min