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5050Rebirth Through Adversity: Lachie Samuel Mariu's Inspiring StoryJoin us in this captivating episode where Lachie Samuel Mariu, formerly known as the FIFO mental health advocate, shares his profound journey of transformation. After enduring a significant health challenge, Lachie's perspective on life, success, and personal growth has shifted dramatically. He opens up about his past struggles, emotional healing, and the unexpected stroke that became a pivotal turning point.
Delve into the raw and honest conversation as Lachie discusses the importance of emotional health, the power of vulnerability, and his new path of helping others navigate their emotional journeys. This episode offers a unique insight into...2025-04-021h 25
Reclaim Project PodcastLachie Samuel - Forged by FireA serious health scare in his mid-thirties caused Lachie Samuel to pivot and focus on self-care and self-love, which he says he had been lacking all his life. Lachie shares his story of battling with low self-esteem and self-worth, and his constant search of external gratification to fill a void which he now realizes can only be filled internally.
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The Elite Executive Podcast38. FIFO Mental Health w/ Lachie Samuel MariuJoin your host Odhran McCorry as he interviews Lachie Samuel Mariu about his work in the FIFO space to improving mental health while on site.
In today's episode we cover:
Starting out with speaking gigs and building a brand around that
How FIFO Mental Health work with organisations to improve morale and mindset on site
The balance between work, family and fitness
Lachie's fitness journey post injury and some 'mistakes' along the way
The tools best utilised by Lachie to stay on top of his own mental health
Connect with me on L...2024-07-181h 00
Men, Sex & Pleasure with Cam Fraser#184 Healing from Child Sexual Abuse (with Lachie Samuel)On this episode of #mensexpleasure, I chat with Lachie Samuel. Lachie is the Managing Director of the FIFO Mental Health Group, co-founder of The Association for Mental Health in Mining Australia, and host of the Open Up podcast. On this episode, Lachie opens up about being sexually abused as a child by another boy and how this impacted both his masculinity and sexuality as an adult. We also discuss the feelings of shame and fear associated with this as well as men’s body image issues and negative self-perception.
Key points:
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Health and Safety ConversationsLachie SamuelLachie Samuel joins on this weeks episode of the conversation.
Joining us this week on the Conversation is Lachie Samuel.
In 2017, after nearly 10 years working fifo shutdowns and construction, having already experienced his partners attempt due to the stress of his working away, Lachie lost two colleagues to suicide. He was also later evacuated from site for mental health issues.
Since then he has gone on to become one of the leaders in FIFO mental health, creating a top10 mental health podcast, the FIFO Mental Health Summit and The Association...2023-09-2548 min
Holding on to HopeLachie Samuel's story of Holding on to Hope after life as a FIFO worker where suicide and mental health issues are a major concern.Lachie Samuel is a former FIFO mining worker, flying in and out of some of the most remote, desolate places in Australia, places where male suicide and mental health issues are a major concern. In his Holding on to hope podcast, Lachie explains how he also became one of its victims and how he went on to turn pain into purpose.2022-05-3132 min
Open Up#251 - Invictus with Tim MorrisonTim Morrison is the creator of Invictus, a Mens programme centred around the masculine archetypes and values. Through Invictus he has helped hundreds of men in WA, recently holding his first womens program too. Invictus has been the most impactful program ive ever done, and in this podcast, we explore my experience of it, as well as a few questions I have for Tim. The reason for this episode is to help those men and women sitting on the fence, get the answers they need, to feel safe enough to begin the process...2021-08-141h 04
The Outback Mind PodcastEpisode 71 - Lachie Samuel on FIFO work and healthfully overcoming personal trauma.For a 30 year old Lachie Samuel has lived an interesting life. A young man raised in New Zealand Lachie experienced some significant childhood traumas which inevitably led to poor lifestyle behaviours. Thinking money would fix things Lachie began mining work only to realise that he felt empty inside and his behaviours weren’t changing. Lachie is now doing some amazing things to help support and educate FIFO workers and organisations to be more self aware around the traps that go with working away from home and how to be more conscious inside and outside of the workplace.
This podcast is av...2021-07-181h 05
Open UpBeing Well with Julia Smith Podcast - Feat Lachie SamuelThis is a podcast I was a guest on last week, with Naturopath and well being coach, Julia Smith. We spoke about my story, mens mental health and FIFO mental health, along with my current beliefs and perspectives around this. Julia has such a beautiful energy and Im grateful to have had the opportunity to not only be a guest, but also meet her in person! #podcast #perth #menshealthweek #mentalhealth #emotionalhealth #menswork #masculine #feminine #energy #archetypes2021-06-2130 min
The Boy behind The ManThe Boy behind The Man - Lachie SamuelWelcome to another episode of the boy behind the man my name is Pjero Mardesic from.
Today I've got a very special guest by the name of Lachie Samuel, Lachie and I met on clubhouse in a room together where we were sharing vulnerability.
Lachie goes into depth about his teenage years where he felt not good enough, the vulnerability that Lachie and I both share is to assist the audience in knowing that we do go through tough times in life, and in hopes that by us sharing our own struggles adversities and addictions...2021-05-2039 min
Open Up#124 - Matt Bruce - Healing the battle with Trauma & PTSDMeet Matt Bruce, the SAS veteran thriving with PTSD. He's recently become an author, with his first book "Warriors War" as well as launched Australias first PTSD online learning platform. In this episode we talk about: -Emotions -PTSD -Matts story -Shame -Self worth -Orgasms & sex -Wants vs needs .... and so much more. To work with Matt or order his book: https://www.thrivingwithptsd.com.au/2020-07-0258 min
Open UpLachie where have you been?Although ive been flattered by the amount of people whove reached out, concerned about me not posting often, (lolol bless your souls) Id like to report that I am A O K!... in fact IM AMAZING! So yeah this is a quick run down of what ive been up to, what Ive learnt recently, why i havent done a podcast in a while and whats coming next... 🚀🚀 ready for blast off like team rocket!2020-07-0209 min
Open Up#123 - Jeff Agostinelli - Forging his own path and becoming next levelMeet Jeff Agostinelli, the podcast host and coach thats helping others take their life and business to the next level! In this episode we talk about Jeffs Italian background, addiction, choosing not to go to med school and the breakdown of his relationship as an Italian man. To work with Jeff, or to listen to his podcast: https://jeffagostinelli.com/2020-06-121h 01
Open Up#122 - Jeddy Azuma - The Rising ManMeet Jeddy Azuma, the founder and host of the Rising Man Movement & Podcast, which aims to initiate a generation of men into power and purpose! Jeddy is someone I've wanted to speak to for a while, after having many of the people I admire speak so highly of him, so I'm beyonnnd grateful to bring this to you all, especially my brothers! This is a conversation around Jeddys own experience having no purpose in his 20's, being an uninitiated man who didnt know how to look for guidance and ofcourse how he's used that experience...2020-06-0352 min
Open Up#121 - Terry Cornick - Mr.PerfectMeet Terry Cornick, the founder of Mr. Perfect, the organisation and movement helping men connect with others, through BBQs that encourage conversation. In this episode we also talk about his personal struggles, which include: -Anxiety -Depression -PTSD -Hiding his mental health issues -Feeling like a fraud -Playing the saviour role -Work identity -Fatherhood To be a part of my FREE vulnerability course: lachiesamuel.com2020-06-0155 min
Open Up#120 - Stefanos Sifandos - Leaning into UNCERTAINTYMeet Stefanos Sifandos, the mentor and coach that is empowering MEN to excel, helping WOMEN understand men, and helping relationships THRIVE. In this episode we touch on the adversity and challenges Stef has overcome throughout his life, including childhood issues, violence, infidelity and more. This episode is an amazing example of how leaning into uncertainty, and as Stef says, "jumping off the cliff", can lead to the breakthroughs that move you closer to a life where you're free to be yourself, while feeling worthy and content. Want to work with Stef? Coaching...2020-05-1846 min
Open UpBROTHER, Let that MANCRUSH happen! 👬This is just a riff off the back of an interview I did this morning which lit me up and made me fall head over heels for another man! Tap in. Lean in. Embrace the connection!!2020-05-1303 min
Open UpDo something that SCARES you! 🐞🕷This is for all my MEN out there looking the create a life they love by breaking out their comfort zone! I consider myself deeply committed to myself and self actualisation so those arent the only fears Ive broken through lately... A couple in the last year have been: -Returning to the mining industry as a mental health speaker after being evacuated for being suicidal -Pricing a couple weekends of work at $50,000, which was way beyond anything I though I could ever hold or be worthy of. -Crying in front of strangers. -Holding the first ever FIFO mental health...2020-05-1307 min
Open UpWhose 💙 did you CRAVE most?This is a quick one and something that I feel is sooo important to tap into while enroute to change, and that is... 1.Whose love did you crave most growing up? 2. Who did you have to be to get it? (whether you got it or not) 3. Is that still present and is it serving me?2020-05-1303 min
Open UpI finally FEEL WORTHY!! 🌠👀This is me giving myself permission to freely express myself about the challenging yet beautiful transformation ive gone through the last 7-8 weeks as a part of Kaboom coaching by @prestonsmiles 💙 I honestly feel more free and worthy than ive ever felt. Ive dropped the 'good boy'/'mental health guy' mask and really have just given myself permission, thanks to the push from my coaches, to put my dick on the table (fun size 🤣) and be unappologetically me. Like "fuck you pay me" unappologetic lol. What thats meant for me is opportunities that I align with and men coming into m...2020-05-1307 min
Open UpSTOP 🚫 Looking at the damn ground!Are you willing to be seen? Are you willing to connect? What is looking at the ground costing you? Free course: how to be vulnerable as a man ⬇️ lachiesamuel.com2020-05-1303 min
Open Up#119 - Cam Fraser - More than penetration & ejaculation 🍆💦Meet Cam Fraser, the sex coach helping men create healthy relationships with sexuality and masculinity. In this episode we touch on sexual performance, end goals for intimacy, warped expectations of women and sex, and so much more. For me, this interview was an eye opener, one that I know most men will resonate with, which is a testament to the way Cam shows up with this message! Want to work with Cam? https://www.cam-fraser.com/ Want to work with me 1:1? Lachiesamuel.com2020-05-111h 04
Open UpMy ICEBATH process & WHY ❄☃️Since @iceman_hof made cold shock therapy mainstream, its become common place to see your friends and family posting about cold showers, morning beach dips and ice baths... but why? There are many benefits, but the ability to handle external stressors def tops the list for me. Learning how to connect back in to my body when it says "holly fuck thats cold!" is such a powerfull skill/tool to have in your kit... and ultimately I really do believe that the way you respond to cold, reflects the way you respond to external stressors within...2020-05-0604 min
Open UpHave your SELF CARE tools, become SELF DEFENSE? 💙⛏This is for those of us who have implemented self care tools or practises to honour and commit to ourselves.... are you still using it as self care, or has it become a form of defense against the dark arts #gryffindor aka defending yourself from feelings and experiences that arent so desireable? Ps not allowed in 😭😑 Free mens VULNERABILITY course: lachiesamuel.com2020-05-0603 min
Open UpDoes your partner ANNOY you? 🤡🤥 - Making Sense of the MessThis if for that 1 half of the relationship that is stewing in frustration and resentment. That 1 half of the relationship that can see the problem, but doesnt have the courage to have the hard conversation!! Free course - How to be VULNERABLE as a MAN ⬇️ Lachiesamuel.com2020-05-0404 min
Open UpQUIT outsourcing responsibility 🤞🙅♂️ - Making Sense of the MessComing in HOT!! • • Im fired up BUT this needs to be said. Until you take responsibility for the role youve played in the the actions you take, which determine the life you lead... NOTHING will change. • • you can blame others to keep your ego safe and ignore the underlying issue... BUT as we know, no change except negative change happens in the comfort zone. • • BROTHERS its time to STEP UP & break through the bullshit!! • • FREE course: "How to be VULNERABLE as a MAN" ⬇️ lachiesamuel.com2020-05-0403 min
Open UpSTOP 🚫 talking about your EX!!This is for my DOODS who are in relationships, yet find themselves jumping in the time machine to revisit a past relationship and the experiences attached to that... FREE course: "How to be vulnerable as a man" Lachiesamuel.com2020-05-0403 min
Open UpWhy you cant FORGIVE yourself! 😔🐍 - Making Sense of the MessThis is for the MEN who are finding hard to forgive themselves. These are 3 reasons I feel you may be facing resistance! FREE course: "How to be VULNERABLE as a MAN" ⬇️ Lachiesamuel.com2020-05-0407 min
Open UpWhat is SHAME WANKING costing you? 💦🍆 - Making Sense of the MessThis is for my DOODS who give their sexual energy away to the fap gods.... while not being able to openly talk about it with their partners! Free course - How to be VULNERABLE as a MAN! lachiesamuel.com2020-05-0405 min
Open UpSo you're INTIMIDATED by STRONG women?This is for the MEN out there who find themselves getting triggered by strong, independant, fierce, sexual women.... • • This is the time to step forward, step up and step out. We need MEN who can hold space for themselves, and in turn hold space for our sisters, so they can be unappologetically them 😍🚀2020-04-2903 min
Open UpYou aint Bob the Builder, so DONT f#cking fix it! - Making Sense of the MessThis is for the MEN out there doing the work already, who feel themselves pulling away and want to FIX the people in their lives who they feel arent where they want them to be...2020-04-2905 min
Open Up#118 - Joel Stoinanis - Connect to yourself!Meet Joel Stoianis, the Perth based coach helping men step into their manhood! In this episode we delve into: -going against the grain -feeling like he owed his parents -suppression -personas -giving himself permission to be super weird -connecting with other MEN Direct download: Joels course: https://evolvebrotherhood.com/ 2020-04-2846 min
Open UpBro, let her go through your phone!! - Making Sense of the MessBro, let her go through your phone.. 👀 This is for all my men out there who cant let their partner go through their phone. Trust me, Ive been that guy... BUT I broke through the bullshit and made the changes necessary to quit being a man who was anxious and ashamed of his behaviour... you can too. What would it feel like to not worry about this? How much would your life improve without the constant anxiety? How much better would you feel about yourself knowing you no longer had to hide part...2020-04-2802 min
Open UpYour KIDS dont feel WORTHY of your LOVE 💔- Making Sense of the MessYour KIDS dont feel WORTHY of your LOVE 💔 This is for the FATHERS out there who struggle to let themselves express their feelings, emotion and love to their kids... Ive seen it in many of the men throughout my life amd Ive been that father myself. When we know the why, we can work towards reconstructing that underlying driving force, in a bid to become the father that our kids deserve... A father that gives and receieves love freely 💙 2020-04-2702 min
Open UpYour SIDECHICK aint gonna solve the PROBLEM 😳😓- Making Sense of the MessYour SIDECHICK aint gonna solve the PROBLEM 😳😓 This is for those MEN that feel like having another partner is going to fill the void in their current relationships... like another partner will make them feel whole or worthy 😳 Brothers, lets not bullshit ourselves, most of us know someone who either has or had a side chick... Ive definitely been that guy. Ive been that fifo guy with a fifo partner... hell, multiple partners... and yes the flirting and sex made me feel good in the moment, but id instantly fall back into the anxiety of my partner f...2020-04-2702 min
Open UpPORN is SCREWING you relationships! - Making Sense of the MessThis is for the MEN who are facing or experiencing relationship breakdown... AND watch porn. If this lands, message me on socials! @lachiesamuel2020-04-2702 min
Open Up#117 - Raniera Rewiri - Look up from the trenchesMeet Raniera Rewiri, AKA The Plant Based Maori and Host of the Planting Seeds Podcast. In this episode Raniera opens up about: -Not receiving the love he wanted from his dad growing up & how he's been able to reframe his perspective on it. -Seeking external validation through relationships. -Being unfaithful and owning up to it -Playing the victim and how he's been able to acknowledge and accept his role in relationship breakdown. -His dream of being a speaker, then freezing on stage in front of an auditorium for 5+ minutes, then immediately attacking t...2020-04-241h 01
Open Up#116 - Isaac John - Making the most of your setbacksThis week we meet Isaac John, the former Kiwi International who made the transition from frequently injured athlete, to a thriving apparel co-founder and podcast host. In this episode we touch on: -Getting used to winning young -How he handled losses -The pressures of being a professional sportsman -Dealing with injuries -Not worrying about the opinions of others -Transitioning from athlete to business owner -How he perceives failure -Dealing with expectations The Ice Project (podcast): https://theiiceproject.libsyn.com/ To order from YKTR: h...2020-04-2243 min
Open Up#115 - Blase Grinner - The Conscious Man #115 - Blase Grinner - The conscious man In this epsiode we meet blasegrinner from C.M.B meet ups Blase opens up about.... -An abusive father -Being sexually abused as a 9 year old -Questioning his sexuality -Finding his voice -Losing his identiy as the captain of the QLD and NZ age grade rugby league teams due to his violent behaviour -Masking pain with alcohol, porn and gambling -Leaving a $200K salary package to explore coaching, and failing We also touch on our conversations leading into this podcast and how it nearly all fell through due to me showing up poorly! 2020-04-1642 min
Open UpCovid-19 & Unemployment: Making Sense of the MessThis ones for all the people out there feeling like a failure after losing their job or their business. YOU are Not a FAILURE! Learn. Grow. Go. 2020-04-1505 min
Open Up"Im just being REALISTIC": Making Sense of the MessWe all know someone who's used it, or maybe we've even used it ourselves..... but what does it really mean? Struggling mentally? For a FREE 1:1 strategy call, slide into my DMs!2020-04-1005 min
Open Up#114 - Luke Heka - Mens MedicineThis week we meet Luke Heka from Mens Medicine, as he opens up about his life and all he's overcome. We touch on: -Being a Maori brought up in country Australia and not fitting in -Meth addiction -Needing doubters as motivation to achieve -Owning who you are -Taking responsibility for your actions -The power of Mens Medicine Direct download: http://traffic.libsyn.com/openuppodcast/Luke_libsyn.mp32020-04-0849 min
Open UpGetting OVER your EX: Making Sense of the MessThis came up after seeing the majority a room of about 100 men, raise their hands when asked "who here is going through a break up or a divorce?".... Direct download: http://traffic.libsyn.com/openuppodcast/MS_4_.mp3 To enquire about my 3 month 1:1 coaching package: -Slide into my DMs OR -Email: lachlan@openupgroup.com 2020-04-0606 min
Open Up"You LOVE yourself!": Making Sense of the MessGrowing up I always heard the term "you love yourself" or "they love themselves" thrown around... it's not until recently that I've come to realise what statements like this have done to us as a nation/ culture. Let me know what you think by dropping a comment, and make sure you leave us that 5star review to help get these eps out to the people that need em!2020-04-0203 min
Open UpThe 5minute rule: Making sense of the MessThis week I touch on a tool I learned from "The Miracle Equation" by Hal Elrod. It's a tool that's given me space to tap into expressing myself and my anger, without putting myself or others at risk. As a result, I've found I'm less snappy and triggered, because I don't have suppressed anger waiting to say hello lolol! 2020-03-3005 min
Open UpPENIS too SMALL?? *promo* PENIS too SMALL?? If ya feel that way that's ok, many men do... I know because I was one of them! Because of my insecurity I became a cheater, a manipulator and a narcissist. I hurt people just so I could feel like I was good enough. So I could feel like my "small" penis was good enough. Its taken me years of work to get to where I am now. It's taken hours of learning from coaches from all over the world... BUT I changed my belief, and I want to show you how to do the same.. Now back...2020-03-2905 min
Open UpREFLECTION: Making Sense of the Mess2020-03-2602 min
Open Up#113 - Daphne den Boer - Becoming HEADSTRONGThis week we meet the Moodlifter, Daphne Den Boer as she opens up about her childhood, her experience with anxiety, and her new event HEADstrong which combines mental health with physical health, in an attempt to create a more hollistic way of life. Watch: https://linktr.ee/open_up_podcast_2020-03-2535 min
Open UpIntro: Making Sense of the MessWelcome to our new 2 min podcast series, called "Making Sense of the Mess". You can look forward to 2 episodes per week, where I delve into the thoughts, feelings and experiences from throughout my life, in an easily digestible way. Make sure you subscribe & review! https://linktr.ee/open_up_podcast_2020-03-2301 min
Open Up#112 - Brendo McCormack - The FITFAM FINDR journey so far..This week we catch up with Brendo McCormack, founder of Perth Fitfam, and now co founder of Fitfam Findr, the dating app connecting healthy singles. In this episode we talk about the creation of Fitfam Findr and the challenges he's overcome up until now. *Fitfam Findr just had 10,000 matches! Listen and watch: https://linktr.ee/open_up_podcast_2020-03-1648 min
Open Up#111 - Simon Cuthbert - Searching for contextThis week we meet Simon Cuthbert, who has spent over 20 years in HSEC design for mining companies. Simon takes time out to open up about the challenges hes faced an overcome, including: -the traumatic pregnancy period and birth of his 1st child -choosing between work and supporting his family, as a high level performer -depression and being rendered catatonic -destructive coping mechanisms -seeking professional help -being diagnosed with ADD Simons story is one of overcoming struggle, by relentlessly pursuing the answer to the question "why am I feeling...2020-02-2748 min
Open Up#110 - Kendall Whyte - The Blue Tree ProjectIn this episode Kendall Whyte, founder of the Blue Tree Project, opens up about the loss of her brother and how it sparked a movement which has seen trees all across the country being painted blue, for mental wellbeing awareness. Listen & watch: https://linktr.ee/open_up_podcast_2020-02-1842 min
Open Up#109 - Heidi Anderson - Grieving identity as a new mumThis week Heidi comes back for round to on the podcast, which is also her first "media outing" since the birth of her son Memphis! In this episode she opens up about her struggle with acceptance, grieving the loss of her "career go getter" identity, body image and communication between her and Griffo as new parents. *PS yes this cover photo doesnt look like grieving, but this is what convos with Heidi turn into LOL! Watch or Listen: https://linktr.ee/open_up_podcast_2020-02-111h 13
Open Up#108 - Chelle McCormack - Lessons from Mrs Perth FitfamMeet Mrs Perth Fitfam, Chelle McCormack as she opens up about the challenges shes faced and overcome throughout her life. Chelle opens up about her childhood, transitioning from Australian Futsal captain to student, and the struggle that has come with building Perth Fitfam from hashtag to a thriving business. Listen or watch: https://linktr.ee/open_up_podcast_ 2020-02-0357 min
Open Up#107 - Bek Antonucci - HERPES: Breaking the stigmaHow do you feel when you hear the word "HERPES"? Well for people all over the world, it brings up the feeling of shame, as well as anxiety about the potential of others finding out and what they may think. This episode is raw. Bek Antonucci bares her deepest darkest secret, in a bid to shine the light on an issue that is still very much considered taboo... living with herpes. Bek shares the challenges she has faced and overcome while living with the virus. She delves into those challenges with pure vulnerability...2020-01-3055 min
Open Up#106 - DJ Thompson - Made It Health & FitnessMeet co-founder of Made It Health & Fitness, DJ Thompson, as he opens up about the challenges he has both faced and overcome. Throughout this episode we delve into his father asking him to choose who he'd live with as a 4 year old, as well as attempting to build and grow a supplement & fitness start-up. Watch or listen: https://linktr.ee/open_up_podcast_2020-01-2347 min
Open UpIt was IRRESPONSIBLE of me...This is how I'm tackling my default setting of "you're a piece of sh#t, take your life", because now I understand there are loads of you out there who feel or experience the same. I have to take full responsibility and say that it was irresponsible of me to leave off the way I did in the video about my lessons from Extreme Leadership, without at least highlighting how I am actively or planning to overcome it. If this triggers you, feel free to message me, or contact Lifeline on 13 11 14 to speak to someone...2020-01-2321 min
Open UpAre you the Chicken or Eagle?A native american folktale about self limitation based on environment. Listen to or watch this episode: https://linktr.ee/open_up_podcast_ 2020-01-1904 min
Open UpLessons from Bridge & ExtremeThere are plenty of reasons this video shouldnt have worked, but alas, it's here hahaha. This is what I learnt through these back to back weekend workshops with Preston Smiles & Alexi Panos. No scripts, just straight riffing lol! Listen to or watch the episode here: https://linktr.ee/open_up_podcast_ Bridge & Extreme - Brisbane 2020: https://thebridgemethod.org/the-bridge-experience-tickets/2020-01-1622 min
Open Up#105 - Toni Versic - The Empowered ManThis week we chat to Toni Versic, as he opens up about the severe anxiety and panic attacks he suffered, as well as why he's walking away from a $500,000 a year business, to instead offer FREE empowerment workshops for men, all across Australia & NZ. This mans energy, passion and enthusiasm for what he's chasing, will have you questioning the decisions you make and envisioning a life where you be and do more! Listen to or watch the episode here: https://linktr.ee/open_up_podcast_2020-01-0657 min
Open Up#104 - Martin Mcphilimey - Sleep science & mental healthFor the first of our expert series interviews, we meet sleep scientist and founder of Performance through Health, Martin Mcphilimey. Martin gives us an insight into the science of sleep, how it impacts mental health and how you can make the most of yours, to improve your cognitive ability/capacity. Martin also gets vulnerable by opening up about his personal struggles, touching on his battle with severe anxiety. Listen to or watch his episode here: https://linktr.ee/open_up_podcast_ Thank you to our sponsor: Leader for Growth2019-12-3056 min
Open Up#103 - Brooke Blurton - When the truth hurtsThis week we meet youth worker, mental health advocate and Tedx speaker, Brooke Blurton as she opens up about the most challenging moments and periods in her life, along with how she managed to overcome them. Brooke gets vulnerable and opens up about: -the loss of her mother and nan at 11 years old. -not feeling wanted by her father -being diagnosed with depression at 18 -being admitted to a psych ward for suicidality -external expectations as an influencer -facing her fear of public speaking Listen to or watch her episode he...2019-12-251h 01
Open Up#102 - Di Wilcox - Giving children the Magic CoatThis week we meet the founder of the Magic Coat, Di Wilcox, as she opens up about the most challenging periods and moments of her life. After becoming a teacher and seeing first hand how students are treated, Di has made it her mission to instil our kids with the positive and uplifting beliefs that they need to become the best version of themselves, also giving them the magic coat they need to protect themselves from negativity that may be present in their home. We delve into: -Sexual harassment -Toxic relationships -Self w...2019-12-2350 min
Open Up#101 - Bek Antonucci - Finding what lays beneathThis week we meet the founder of Econiq Active, Bek Antonucci, as she opens up about the most challenging moments and periods of her life, along with how she overcame it all. In this episode we delve into: -severe bullying -depression & suicidality -seeking external validation -toxic relationships & abuse -body image issues -breast surgery problems Thank you to our sponsor: Leader for Growth2019-12-191h 08
Open Up#100 - Julian Pace - Finding happinessEPISODE 100!!!! This week we meet Julian Pace, the Founder & Ceo of Happiness Co, Australias fastest growing social enterprise. They have been taking the country by storm, partnering with companies such as Optus, Hertz and Rio Tinto, as they spread their pre-emptive mental health approach across the country. Julian sits down with us to open up about what it's been like at the helm of a business that's gained so much attention and traction, as well as how he's handled the responsibility and pressure of being 'the happiness co guy". Sponsored by: Leader for...2019-12-161h 10
Open Up#99 - Dr Kat - Becoming f#cking fabulous!This week we meet confidence mentor Dr Kat, as she opens up about the most challenging moments and periods of her life. Dr Kat gets deeply vulnerable, opening up about her childhood, her use of drugs and alcohol, toxic relationships, depression, suicidality and orthorexia. Throughout this episode you'll see why she sees herself as "f#cking fabulous" and why others trust her to guide them to that same state of self acceptance and self love. For all our content & platforms: https://linktr.ee/open_up_podcast_ Thank you to our sp...2019-12-0346 min
Open Up#98 - Rosie Rees - Accept & Embrace your sexualityIn this episode we meet sex & relationship coach, and founder of Yoni Pleasure Palace, Rosie Rees. Rosie opens up about some of the most challenging moments and periods in her life, as well as how she managed to overcome them! The challenges include: -strict religious upbringing -body image issues -experimenting with girls and being shamed -toxic relationships -handling criticism as a visionary -transitioning from straight to lesbian -running a successful business Thank you to our sponsors: Made it Nutrition Crossfit Longhaul Maddington Leader...2019-11-261h 05
Open Up#97 - Hana Tapiata - Reframing with WhakapapaThis week we meet speaker, blogger & author, Hana Tapiata! Hana opens up about the most challenging moments and periods of her life, including losing her identity as the rugby player, losing her father & using whakapapa to navigate a dark patch that lasted between 6-18months. To listen to the podcast & for all of our channels: https://linktr.ee/open_up_podcast_ Thank you to our sponsors: Made it nurtition Crossfit Longhaul2019-11-1959 min
Open Up#96 - Terri Bowman - Menstrual PsychosisThis week we meet the ceo of Brain Wellness Spa, Terri Bowman. Terri Opens up about over working herself, not relating to others with mental health issues, and her battle with menstrual psychosis, which saw her spend time in a locked psychiatric ward. Terris story is one of overcoming seemingly insurmountable odds, and using the lessons to not only help others, but to also create her own therapeutic modality! For the next Q&A and all other content: https://linktr.ee/open_up_podcast_ Thank you to our...2019-11-121h 01
Open Up#95 - Alice Round - Turmoil, Transitions & EmpowermentThis week we meet nutritionist, mentor & womens empowerment coach, Alice Round as she opens up about the challenges shes faced and overcome throughout her life. or the next Q&A and all other content: https://linktr.ee/open_up_podcast_ 2019-11-041h 21
Open Up#94 - Stuart Watkins - Beating drug addiction & anxiety This week we meet Yogi & Dad, Stuart Watkins, as he opens up about some of the adversity he's been through & overcome throughout his life. In this episode we touch on: -Anxiety as a kid -Using drugs to cope as a teen -Depression -Suicidality -Nearly overdosing -Self imposed isolation To watch his episode: https://linktr.ee/open_up_podcast_ Thank you to our sponsors: Made it nutrition CrossFit Long Haul - Maddington 2019-10-281h 08
Open UpQ&A - Advice for a marriage break-up2019-10-1802 min
Open UpQ&A - Advice for ANXIETYFor the next Q&A and all other content: https://linktr.ee/open_up_podcast_2019-10-1802 min
Open UpQ&A - Cornering myself & figuring it outFor the next Q&A and all other content: https://linktr.ee/open_up_podcast_2019-10-1801 min
Open UpQ&A - Helping someone who won't help themselvesFor the next Q&A and all other content: https://linktr.ee/open_up_podcast_2019-10-1801 min
Open UpQ&A - Social media & mental healthFor the next Q&A and all other content: https://linktr.ee/open_up_podcast_2019-10-1803 min
Open Up#93 - Jake Loreto - Too ANXIOUS to leave the house!This week we meet founder of The Breath Movement, Jake Loreto, as he Opens Up about some of the challenges hes both faced and overcome throughout his life. In this episode we touch on: -His parents divorce -Relationship insecurities -Commitment issues -Anxiety and panic attacks -Agoraphobia Listen to the podcast on your fave podcast platform: https://linktr.ee/open_up_podcast_ 2019-10-0946 min
Open Up#92 - Cynthia Musafili Wright - Finding self love & taking action This week we meet author, speaker and founder of Regions International, Cynthia Musafili Wright as she opens up about the issues shes faced and overcome throughout her life! In this episode we touch on: -Not feeling like she was enough -Moving from Zambia to australia, alone as a teen -Cultural differences -Being a business women & a mother For the next Q&A and all other content: https://linktr.ee/open_up_podcast_ 2019-10-0254 min
Open Up#91 - Eloise Pascal - Plus size women are just as WORTHYThis week we meet speaker, coach & blogger, Eloise Pascal as she open up about the challenges shes both faced and overcome throughout her life. We touch on: -Losing her mum at 6years old -Being bullied for being overweight -Identity issues, being called a lesbian -Eating disorders-Depression & suicidality -Getting off of duramine -Being an influencer on instagram & the expectations of the audience For the next Q&A and all other content: https://linktr.ee/open_up_podcast_2019-09-251h 06
Open UpQ&A - My 5 year goalFor the next Q&A and all other content: https://linktr.ee/open_up_podcast_2019-09-2401 min
Open UpQ&A - what did you learn from 28yr old Lachie?For the next Q&A and all other content: https://linktr.ee/open_up_podcast_2019-09-2401 min
Open UpQ&A - Asking "RUOK?" for brownie pointsFor the next Q&A and all other content: https://linktr.ee/open_up_podcast_2019-09-2401 min
Open UpQ&A - Coping with no one asking RUOKFor the next Q&A and all other content: https://linktr.ee/open_up_podcast_2019-09-2402 min
Open UpQ&A - How I combat PRESSUREFor the next Q&A and all other content: https://linktr.ee/open_up_podcast_2019-09-2401 min
Open Up#90 - Matt Bruce - The Army veteran, breathing through Mental Health This week we meet Army veteran, turned Meditation, Breathwork teacher & author, Matt Bruce. In this episode, Matt opens up about his deployment and the PTSD that came as result of his constant exposure to the most horrific and gruesome acts imaginable. For the next Q&A and all other content:https://linktr.ee/open_up_podcast_ 2019-09-181h 07
Open UpQ&A - How to handle doubtersFor the next Q&A and all other content: https://linktr.ee/open_up_podcast_2019-09-0803 min
Open UpQ&A - How do I stay motivated?For the next Q&A and all other content: https://linktr.ee/open_up_podcast_2019-09-0703 min
Open UpQ&A - Dealing with LonelinessFor the next Q&A and all other content: https://linktr.ee/open_up_podcast_2019-09-0504 min
Open UpQ&A - Feeling isolated from old friendsFor the next Q&A and all other content: https://linktr.ee/open_up_podcast_2019-09-0403 min
Open UpQ&A - Letting negative family goFor the next Q&A and all other content: https://linktr.ee/open_up_podcast_2019-09-0305 min
Open UpQ&A - Supporting others grieving the same tragedyFor the next Q&A and all other content: https://linktr.ee/open_up_podcast_2019-09-0204 min
Open Up#89 - Shannon Edwards - Relinquishing guilt & shameMeet Happiness Co ambassador, Shannon Edwards, as she opens up about the adversity and challenges she both faced and overcome throughout her life. In this episode we talk about: -Sexual abuse as a 16yr old -Losing respect for herself because of it -Getting a reputation for being the girl who slept around -Running away from her problems (volunteer overseas) -Toxic relationships -Becoming the pleaser & losing herself -Feeling guilty for having an abortion For the next Q&A and all ot...2019-09-021h 19
Open Up#88 - Jaimee Sheridan - Overcoming the belief "all men leave me"Meet Happiness Co ambassador, Jaimee Sheridan, as she opens up about the adversity and challenges she both faced and overcome throughout her life. In this episode we talk about: -Losing her father as a young girl -Her mothers cancer battle -Playing the support role -Losing her grandfather & uncle -Burying all of that grief -Becoming the funny fat girl -Being the side girl -Being the pleaser in a relationship so they wouldnt leave her -Anxiety ...2019-09-0251 min
Open Up#87 - Nicque Lilly Rose - From "Munted Face" to MermaidMeet Happiness Co ambassador, Nicque Lilly Rose, as she opens up about the adversity and challenges she both faced and overcome throughout her life. In this episode we talk about: -Having a lower jaw that didnt stop growing -Wearing a cage on her head growing up -Being bullied for how she looked -Using bulimia to be beautiful -Self harm and a suicide attempt -A stay in a psych ward -Hating the colour of her skin -An abusive relationship 2019-09-021h 05
Open Up#86 - Sammy Harper - Falling in love with her body againMeet Happiness Co ambassador, Sammy Harper, as she opens up about the adversity and challenges she both faced and overcome throughout her life. In this episode we talk about: -Her mother leaving them -Her father becoming violent -Becoming the protector for her brother -Her violent step father -Being outcast in school -Alcohol & sex -Being left in another country because she was "overweight" -Learning to love herself & her body again For the next Q&A and all other c...2019-09-0239 min
Open Up#85 - Michelle Powell - Taking ownership of her lifeLadies of Happiness Co - 1/5 Meet Author, Speaker & Happiness Co ambassador, Michelle Powell. Michelle Opens up about the challenges and adversity shes faced and overcome throughout her life & what lessons shes learnt along the way. In this episode we talk about: -a violent father -sexual abuse by her uncle -feeling like the chosen one because of the abuse -not feeling totally accepted as the step daughter -an abusive & controlling husband -being forced to have sex/ get pregnant -having to lie to protect her husbands public image2019-09-0250 min
Open Up#84 - Maria Hutchison - Thinking sexual abuse, was actually loveIn this episode we meet Author, speaker and counsellor, Maria Hutchison as she opens up about some of the worst struggles shes been through and overcome to date. We touch on: -Being brought up in a cult like religious environment -Being sexually abused by her grandfather -Think it was love -Losing her father as a 13 yr old -Opening up and having her mother dismiss it -A sex addiction -Abusing alcohol -Searching for external validation For all our pod...2019-08-2856 min