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Wellthy Living conversations#73 Accountability without shame: building trust through honest conversationsWelcome to Wellthy Living ConversationsThis episode kicks off the relaunch of the podcast with a timely and transformative exploration of accountability as a foundation for genuine connection.I’m joined by Nathalie Martinek PhD, a relational intelligence educator who supports individuals and teams in navigating the complexities of relationships, both personally and professionally. With a grounded and insightful approach, Nathalie helps decode dysfunctional dynamics like hidden power plays, emotional avoidance, and unspoken expectations, offering practical tools to rebuild trust and co-create healthier patterns. She brings heart, clarity, and wisdom to this powerful conversation on accountability in...2025-04-3055 min
Wellthy Living conversations#72 Courageously You: Exploring Authentic LivingWelcome to Wellthy Living conversation. In this epsiode I have an enriching conversation with Lucy Mayes and Ingrid Gaiotto.Lucy: A mother with two young adult children who is transitioning into a new phase of life. She has a background in law but left her law career due to a values disconnect and pursued a career in workplace wellbeing, with a particular focus on healthcare. Lucy has also delved into spiritual personal development work and aims to share her knowledge and experience as she gains more freedom.Ingrid: With a...2023-09-121h 06
Wellthy Living conversations#71 Cancer's Long Game: A story of Transformation, Courage and ResilienceWelcome to Wellthy Living Conversation episode 71In this episode I’m speaking a very special woman and someone I feel blessed to call a friend, Nathalie Brewer.Nathalie is a true survivor who has faced numerous cancer diagnosis and emerged stronger every time. Nathalie’s journey is one of resilience, and embracing life's uncertainties while playing the 'long game' with cancer. Over the past seven years, she has experienced remission multiple times, always hopeful that the cancer had completely gone. Her story is one of such strength and grace and an inspiring testament to the...2023-08-0443 min
Wellthy Living conversations#70 Mastering the art of open and honest conversationsWelcome to Wellthy Living Conversation episode 70 with guest Joe Hart.Joe is a psychologist and executive coach and author of “True Perspective”. After graduating with a Master of Organisational Psychology, Joe spent 7 years working for Gallup, a global leader in engagement and strengths based development. He became a strengths based coach, engagement expert and worked with senior leaders all over Asia. He then went on to spend a few years working for Chandler Macleod leading the Client Services team, running culture change programs, executive coaching, and psychometric assessment for selection and development. Most recently he was the culture lead...2023-05-211h 22
Wellthy Living conversations#69 Women bullying Women in the workplaceWelcome to Wellthy Living Conversation episode 69 with guest Nathalie Martinek.Nathalie is an ex-systems biology and cancer researcher turned Narcissism Hacker, consultant and independent medical culture researcher. As a highly attuned observer Nathalie became acutely alive to the fact that toxic behaviours metastasise, just like the tumours she once studied. As a global consultant for leaders, investors and executives in healthcare, tech and related industries, she specialises in helping individuals and teams navigate professional relationships that feature narcissistic behaviours. Her clients develop skills and strategies to successfully negotiate with corporate psychopaths and prevent psychological, financial or reputational harm.2023-04-191h 23
Wellthy Living conversations#68 Amy The Good Nurse - The story behind the storyWelcome to Wellthy Living Conversation episode 68 with special guest Amy Loughren (the real nurse behind the Netflix movie 'The GoodNurse'.)Amy worked for many years as an overloaded trauma/ICU/ER nurse but in 2003 her life path changed. In this very authentic, open conversation Amy shares her story of unknowingly befriending a serial killer - Charles Cullen in 2001 and her intense journey in helping detectives put him in jail. Amy generously took me through the deep layers of her personal quest in self-discovery this very unique experience took her on.The conversation was deep and full...2022-12-281h 00
Wellthy Living conversations#67 What are you DOING to improve your mental fitness?Welcome to Wellthy Living Conversations episode 67 with guest Jimi Hunt. (N.B - we experienced a couple of connection issues that affected the sound quality in parts but it's mostly fine)Talking about Mental health and mental illness is commonplace these days. They are on the agenda in schools, workplaces, government organisations, community groups, media, and across all social media networks. This is a great step forward in mental health awareness and de-stigmatising mental illness but I wonder how much real-life courageous action people are taking to live a happier, more meaningful, and connected life. 2022-10-1155 min
Wellthy Living conversations#66 Burnout: What's causing it?Welcome to Wellthy Living conversations episode 66.“You can't heal in a workplace, situation or institution that continues to harm you.“ - Nathalie MartinekWith this in mind in this episode, we are going to take a deep dive into burnout and bring awareness to things that contribute to workplace toxicity that rarely get talked about in workplace wellbeing conversations. What it looks like, sounds like, feels like, as well as the wellness initiatives that try to cover up the core systemic problems. There’s much more to the burnout conversation than needs to be addressed and we do...2022-07-271h 05
Wellthy Living conversations#65 Creativity to cultivate connected and joy-filled organisationsWelcome to Wellthy Living conversations episode 65. With some much change over the last few years, do you feel like your mojo has gone on holiday without you - you know, that magical feeling that comes from being joyful and feeling connected, from living with purpose and meaning and having a creative flow?In this episode guest, an authority on creativity, culture, and the human future of work,Mykel Dixon, highlights that your creative, playful spark always resides within you, waiting for you to reconnect with it so you can thrive both personally and professionally.2022-06-291h 09
Wellthy Living conversations#64 Menopause: a workplace opportunityWelcome to Wellthy Living conversations episode 64The terms - future of work, modern leadership, gender equality, inclusion, humanising workplaces, and employee wellbeing, are all commonplace at the moment, so today I want to dive into a somewhat taboo subject that’s often ignored as part of these topical conversations and traditionally regarded as a medical or personal matter for women and their families only - MENOPAUSE.Menopause - peri and post, often intersects with a significant time in a woman's career, a time when women are most likely to be occupying top leadership roles. Research shows th...2022-06-0342 min
Wellthy Living conversations#63 Fatigue PreventionWelcome to Wellthy Living Conversations episode 63. I have pulled this episode from a recording I did a few years ago, as it's a topic that constantly holds relevance and personally, I think was a great conversation worth listening to.I chat with “Fatigue Professor” John Toomey to dive deeper into the topic of FATIGUE PREVENTION, what causes it, the implications, impact if not addressed, and ways it can be prevented or at least reduced.Fatigue is a multi-faceted challenge and requires understanding and knowledge to ensure that it can be kept at bay, or even eliminated. ...2022-05-0659 min
Wellthy Living conversations#62 The art & science of medicine: Healing the cracked lens and returning to whole-person wellbeing?Welcome to Wellthy Living Conversations episode 62. In this episode, I have a deep and meaningful conversation with Dr. Jimi Wollumbin. Jimi is a doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine with a background in philosophy and eastern religion and has been described as a philosopher of medicine. The conversation is definitely rooted in philosophy, with ancient myths woven in, as we discussed the cracked lenses in which humans move through the world, the polarisation of modern culture, and the power of storytelling, connection, curiosity, humility, and wonder in healing the divide and bringing us back to whole-person w...2022-03-231h 14
Wellthy Living conversations#61 Adapting to a new era of workplace culture - conversations we need to be havingWelcome to Wellthy Living Conversations episode 61. In this casual conversation I am talking to Michael Ellis about a new era in workplace culture. Michael designs and delivers creative culture strategies for companies that want to change the world of work, for good.And as people begin to trickle back into communal work spaces, there’s a real opportunity to do this in a more considered and aligned way. As Michael’s work is based on a foundation of self awareness and empathy, two qualities that I strongly believe enhance connection and in turn sustainable success, it was g...2021-12-081h 20
Wellthy Living conversations#60 Enhance your health & wellbeing with Essential OilsWelcome to Wellthy Living conversations EP 60The need for self care has never been greater. Stress and anxiety are having an impact on the wellbeing of many and affecting energy levels, sleep and hormones. With a real need to find ways to be calm and centred, in this episode I chat with Simmi - a woman who has devoted 30 years to help 1000’s of people with their wellbeing needs as a qualified Aromatherapist and Aromatherapy Educator, about using essential oils as part of our wellbeing toolbox. In this conversation, Simmi takes us into the world of Ar...2021-10-1849 min
Wellthy Living conversations#59 Permaculture design principles to declutter your homeWelcome to Wellthy Living conversations EP 59.2020/21 has seen people spend more time in their homes than ever before. So in this episode, I chat with Cecilia Macaulay about creating calm, beautiful and usable spaces in the home, using a blend of permaculture design, zen living and Japanese culture - or in Cecilia's words - to live lightly and delightly.Cecilia has 28 years of experience in permaculture design, 27 of which are in Japan. She worked on the design of a self-maintaining garden for Sir Richard Branson’s Caribbean island. She was engaged as a consultant for Taronga Zo...2021-09-201h 10
Wellthy Living conversations#58 Realising worldwide wellness with Dr Marc CohenWelcome to Wellthy Living conversations EP.58With so many people succumbing to anxiety and fear at the moment, many are feeling hopeless and finding it hard to feel optimistic. But we all know we need to focus on hope and optimism for the future wellbeing of ourselves, the younger generations and the planet.So to promote solutions that focus on fun, make sense of life and taming our toxic load so we can master our mind and body and create a culture of wellness, I’m joined by Special Guest, Dr Marc Cohen. Dr Ma...2021-08-311h 24
Wellthy Living conversations#57 There's a science to laughter - no joke!Welcome to Wellthy Living conversations EP 57.In this episode, I am talking to Merv Neal, a man that laughed himself to health. We explore how laughter impacts our wellbeing and how you can bring more of it into your everyday life.Merv is a specialist who studies the physiological and psychological effects of laughter. Merv is an authority on speaking, training, and facilitating workshops about laughter and in particular Laughter Yoga.Merv shares his story about how laughter cured him of a terminal illness. and his journey into understanding the science behind why.2021-08-191h 18
Wellthy Living conversations#56 What's the impact of workspace on the wellbeing of a business & its people?Welcome to Wellthy Living conversations episode 56.I’m Lisa, your host and the founder of Wellthy Living.It is here that I connect with a variety of people to have inspiring and insightful conversations to help you to live a meaningful, connected and well life both personally & professionally.In this episode, the focus is on the workplace and how it is one of the key pillars of creating connection for many people. In 2020 we saw a dramatic change in the way people work, with most being forced to work from home. In Australia, people ar...2021-05-2555 min
Wellthy Living conversations#55 Living Well without Being WellWelcome to Wellthy Living conversations episode 55.I’m Lisa, your host and the founder of Wellthy Living.It is here that I connect with a variety of people to have inspiring and insightful conversations to help you to live a meaningful, connected and well life both personally & professionally.I love a good story, especially ones from women who challenge ideas and societal norms, showcase diversity, overcome judgment and shame, find beauty in the broken and redefine success to live their best life. And in this episode, I am chatting with a woman who has done and co...2021-05-101h 06
Wellthy Living conversations#54 Is helping always helpful? How to avoid the advice trapWelcome to Wellthy Living conversations episode 54I’m Lisa, your host and the founder of Wellthy Living.It is here that I connect with a variety of people to have inspiring and insightful conversations to help you to live a meaningful, connected and well life both personally & professionally.Our choices impact our work, health and relationships and today I am chatting with Jenny Cole to talk about the choices people make when it comes to helping others and discuss :Why helping is not always helpful - how to avoid the "advice trap” and the rela...2021-04-2656 min
Wellthy Living conversations#53 What can your face reveal about you?Welcome to Wellthy Living conversations episode 53I’m Lisa, your host and the founder of Wellthy Living.It is here that I connect with a variety of people to have inspiring and insightful conversations to help you to live a meaningful, connected and well life both personally & professionally.If you are a regular listener or follow my work, you know that I strongly believe that self knowledge is a major key to sustainable success.So today, I’m chatting with Melanie Mideggs, who brings an additional perspective to the self knowledge puzzle. Melanie is a Ps...2021-04-131h 03
Wellthy Living conversations#52 How supporting global impacts localWelcome to Wellthy Living conversations episode 52I’m Lisa, your host and the founder of Wellthy Living.It is here that I connect with a variety of people to have inspiring and insightful conversations to help you to live a meaningful, connected and well life both personally & professionally.My guest on this episode is Nina Hjortlund and in this episode, she shares her admirable and inspirational story and insights.Nina is an absolute powerhouse when it comes to generosity of spirit and giving back, creating positive change in the lives of the vulnerable. Her de...2021-03-241h 04
Wellthy Living conversations#51 A grounded approach to foot health with podiatrist Andy BryantWelcome to Wellthy Living conversations episode 51. I'm Lisa, your host and Founder of Wellthy Living. My guest today is a podiatrist, Andy Bryant. Andy has worked as a podiatrist for 20 years but the past few years have seen big changes in methods of practice. He works in alternative ways to many traditional podiatrists, becoming a disruptor in his industry. Andy is committed to returning feet to the way they're designed to move in harmony with the rest of the body. He is passionate about the barefoot movement and natural footwear. We started the conversation...2021-02-221h 22
Wellthy Living conversations#50 Addressing our NeedsWelcome to Wellthy Living conversations EP 50!Being a milestone episode, I thought I would bring on my very first guest of the show and regular contributor Dr Nathalie Martinek. This episode will be somewhat an extension of the EP 1:‘How to care less, while still being caring’, which is still the most listened episode of the series. In today's episode will take a deeper look at how we can address our needs. So often when we feel triggered and challenged it is because we have unmet needs. But the problem is many people have not taken the...2020-12-221h 03
Wellthy Living conversationsEP 49. The magical power of persistenceIn todays episode I have a special guest known as ‘Romany Romany’ - a sassy, magnetic woman who truly understands the meaning of connection, spreading her magic everywhere she goes. She is a world renowned British magician, winner of Las Vegas World Magic Awards and author ‘Spun Into Gold’ a story of her secret life, a true story of hope . I was privileged to met and become friends with Romany earlier this year, before the world turned crazy, at the Ultimate Girls week away in Fiji, where she successfully amazed 200+ women poolside with her dazzling, burlesque style magic show as well as...2020-11-1151 min
Wellthy Living conversationsEP 48 How to combine structure, planning & systems with intuitive flowWelcome to Wellthy Living conversations EP 48I’m Lisa, a life, clarity and wellbeing coach, your host and the founder of Wellthy Living.It is here that I connect with a variety of wonderful people to have inspiring and insightful conversations to help you to live a meaningful, connected and well life both personally & professionally.If I have learnt anything in my life, it’s that life is unpredictable and despite wishing I could somehow control each step on my path and ensure predictability, I cannot. So my planning process is ongoing and agile, and my stra...2020-10-191h 06
Wellthy Living conversationsEP 47 How artist - Izzy Elfa, uses her mental illness as her superpowerIn this conversation with Izzy Elfa, she talks openly about her life, her diagnosis of CPTSD (complex post-traumatic stress disorder) and DID (disassociative identity disorder) and how she discovered art and went on to become an artist.Izzy shared about her 3 'alters' and how they present themselves and provide inspiration in the painting process and how their individual styles are represented in her expressive artworks. We also discussed what success means for her, what painting has opened up for her and at what point making art turned from therapy and hobby to a business....2020-10-0541 min
Wellthy Living conversationsEP 46 Urban food systems: Our future through foodBy fixing our food systems could we solve chronic disease/obesity, reduce the cost of healthcare, reverse climate change and ensure everyone in society has equal access to quality nutritious food… Could regenerative agriculture be the answer for a better future?In this episode, I chat with visionary change-maker and activist for the future food systems - Nick Rose: Executive Director of Australia’s national sustainable food systems organization - ‘Sustain’You will get to learn from Nick’s extensive knowledge & experience about our food systems, the significance of urban agriculture, food sovereignty and about his latest pro...2020-09-111h 12
Wellthy Living conversationsEP 45 Feminine wisdom & life force energy: How does it impacts the way we live, love & leadIn this conversation, I chat with Silfath Pinto about feminine wisdom, life force energy of women and how it impacts the way we live, love and lead.Silfath is a practitioner of the Healing Arts and Sacred Wisdom Keeper, who has spent the last 10 years traveling the world and supporting individuals in stepping into their brilliance and becoming happiness alchemists. Her clients have experienced beautiful paradigm shifts: from changing jobs to starting a new career, from letting go of past hurt to moving to a new city, from meeting their life partner and improving relationships, from losing weight t...2020-09-041h 11
Wellthy Living conversations#44 Embracing change: How making art can help youIn this casual conversation I chat with Tracy Verdugo- an inspirational artist who has had success globally with her vibrant, joy filled works as well as her creative workshops.We chat about the metaphoric relationship between art making and life and how the dualities of life, for example, beauty and mess, holding on and letting go, chaos and order, planning and intuition are well practiced during the process of making art. Tracy shared her multi layered approach to her artwork and we drew the parallel to life layers. We discussed the discomfort in uncertainty that many...2020-08-2259 min
Wellthy Living conversationsEP 43 Developing self awareness through intuition, instinct and insightWelcome to Wellthy Living conversations episode 43. In this episode, I chat with spiritual author, speaker and mentor Kris Franken and we take a fresh look at your inner guidance systems. Kris shares the meaning of commonly used words: intuition, instinct and insight, the differences between them, ways to connect with them and how they contribute to your level of self awareness. We discuss:-Self awareness practices-Rituals-The importance of understanding your needs & knowing your values-Making values based choices-How to connect with your body through your senses2020-07-281h 05
Wellthy Living conversationsEP 42 (Re)connecting people to places - writing a new story with Gilbert RochecousteWelcome to Wellthy Living conversations, episode 42.Social connection and cohesion are critically important to good health, longevity and quality of life. Yet, during the last few months, we have been living in unusual times of isolation and social distancing. What’s the impact and how do we prepare and transition for a new story, in the COVID -19 Era - What does this mean for individuals, communities and as a society and what role can we play? In this episode, I chat about this with Gilbert Rochecouste, an inspiring man who for over 26 years has le...2020-06-231h 06
Wellthy Living conversationsEP 41 Managing kids use of digital devices whilst we are living, working & learning from homeIn this episode, I chat with Martine Oglethorpe, founder of 'The Modern Parent' and author of her new book 'The Modern Parent: Raising a great kid in the digital world'.Martine wants parents and families to experience joy and connection within their families, so here we discuss some of the challenges, benefits and tools to help parents navigate the digital space with their kids, especially during a time when we are all spending more time than we’ve ever done together in our homes.Some of the topics we talked about included:-Managing screen time ef...2020-05-131h 13
Wellthy Living conversationsEP 40 Introducing Traditional Chinese Medicine for wellbeingWith COVID- 19 building a strong immune system is a real priority.So today, I chat with Dr Leela Klein - Traditional Chinese Medicine practitioner.Dr Leela Klein works across many health issues but has a special interest in psycho-emotional issues such as anxiety and depression, which is pertinent in today's society in general but particularly in the current global pandemic.In this conversation we discuss:- Leela's pathway to becoming a TCM practitioner, including the mindset to make a big career change- What is Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and how...2020-04-301h 02
Wellthy Living conversationsEP 39 Balancing compassion & self-sustainability in business during a global pandemicIn this current time of COVID19, many businesses are changing their business models to take their businesses online. In this episode, I chat with an online business coach, conscious marketer & author, George Kao about how to do this whilst still aligning with personal values, integrity and ethics.We discuss:- The balance between being a sustainable business and being compassionate to the reality of peoples financial stress.-Being market-driven and how that differs from profit-driven-Creating content and offers with curiosity and to test the market-Building genuine connections with your audience-Sustainable...2020-04-2135 min
Wellthy Living conversationsEP 38 The Value of MeditationMediation is the fastest growing health trend in Western countries. It is no longer considered an activity only for the highly spiritual. It has become a tool used by everyday people and health care practitioners as an essential part of overall wellbeing.There are more and more studies showing the benefits of mediation and mindfulness for the brain, the body, our emotional management and even for our relationships. And with many people experiencing overwhelm and anxiety with the change in circumstance during this COVID -19 pandemic, it can prove to be a beneficial tool.To talk...2020-04-1456 min
Wellthy Living conversationsEP 37 The Power of StorytellingIn this episode I chat with the "content coach" - Jo Johnson. We explore the value of storytelling when creating content for your business. This juicy conversation was jam packed with knowledge and tools to help you build confidence in your writing. We discussed:- The different impact in sharing a story verses sharing your expertise via data and facts- How to write in a way that builds genuine relationships and helps your audience to understand you and your values- The use of humour- The importance of knowing your audience, their...2020-04-0258 min
Wellthy Living conversationsEP 36 A chillpreneur chat with Denise Duffield-ThomasIn this episode, I chat with best-selling author of the books Lucky Bitch, Get Rich Lucky Bitch and Chillpreneur, Denise Duffield-Thomas. Denise is a business mentor and self-made millionaire with a thriving global community of female entrepreneurs.We discuss ways to create a successful business without the constant hustle, the challenges to doing this and some changes you can make to feel less overwhelmed and more joy whilst still make money.We really covered so much in just one hour. In this jam-packed conversation we chatted about:-FOMO and about being disliked -What...2020-03-2052 min
Wellthy Living conversationsEP 35 Using archetypal profiling as a way to thrive in lifeIn this episode, I chat with Shannon Bush, Founder of Creative Possibilities and creator of 'The Thrive Factor" an archetypal profiling framework for women to help them thrive in both their personal and professional life. Shannon out me in the hot seat and described 3 of the archetypes that I have. We discussed the importance of knowing yourself to achieve life success and how your 'Thrive Factor' profile can guide this process. For more information on Shannon's work- The Thrive Factor:https://thethrivefactor.comIntentional Permission course (starts end of...2020-03-1059 min
Wellthy Living conversationsEP 34 Just get startedIn this episode, I chat with the host of 'Just get started' podcast Brian Ondrako. Brian shares his personal story and the learnings that came from his experiences that lead him to entrepreneurship. Some of the topics we talked about included:-Self-awareness and reflection-The impact of curiosity-Work ethic-The role self-love plays to propel someone forward-How to prioritise what's important to reduce stress and overwhelm-The key patterns and qualities that surface in some of his podcast guests about getting started.For more info...2020-01-221h 02
Wellthy Living conversations#33 From Addiction & Crime to Connection & PurposeMy guest Dean Lloyd share his personal story that leads him to heroin addiction, crime, prison time, recovery and healing.Dean grew up as an Athletic middle-class white boy who got himself mixed up in drugs. Marries a woman he meets in rehab, proposes to her on the back of an escort van after being sentenced to 4 years in prison for armed robbery. Gets out, gets married has a kid, gets divorced, becomes a single dad, which is the catalyst to get his life back on track. He builds a property portfolio, remarries, has 2 more kids, relapses and...2019-12-261h 18
Wellthy Living conversationsEP 32 Tania Doko - Bachelor GirlIn this delightful conversation, I chat with I have a very special guest, a well-known name in the music industry and an overall gem of a woman - Tania Doko, or perhaps more known as The Bachelor Girl.We talked about her journey and success in the music industry, the power and impact of music, the importance of presence and connection, the importance of support and collaboration as well as touching on the motherhood juggle.As one half of ARIA award-winning, Bachelor Girl, Tania has enjoyed much success with James Roche. In 1998 their debut “Buses and Tr...2019-12-121h 05
Wellthy Living conversationsEP 31 - Simplifying nutrition with the 'Lunchbox doctor'In a world where nutrition and making healthy food choices eating has become so confusing, I chat with special guest Jenny Tschiesche, or better down as the Lunchbox doctor, about simplifying nutrition information. We discuss the most popular "diets" and ways of eating, how to cook healthy family meals for busy people, seasonal eating, gut health, how our food choices impacts our mental health and our social wellbeing. Jenny is one of the UK's leading nutrition experts and the founder of www.lunchboxdoctor.com, a hugely popular brand. She has a passion for creating delicious and nutritious recipes...2019-11-2854 min
Wellthy Living conversationsEP 30: Women's empowerment and sustainable successIn this episode, I chat with women in leadership consultant, co-founder of “Woman 5.0.” platform, TEDx speaker and contributor of Psychologies magazine Coach directory, Lara Khalaf . We talk about women and power, things that prevent women from connecting with their inner power source, the impact outsourcing their power has on their sustainable success and ways to help women access their power more easily. More specifically we covered topics such as people-pleasing, approval addiction, and boundaries. We also discussed self-awareness and why it's so important for sustainable success and amongst so much more.To find out...2019-11-1455 min
Wellthy Living conversationsEP 29: Navigating boundariesIn this episode I chat with Tammie Pike about boundaries and how we show up for ourselves respectfully and lovingly with self awareness, self worth, self trust & self respect particularly in our work but as in our personal life, as for many they are one of the same.We discuss:- Early warning signs that a person feels “off”. - What are the patterns people can look out for?-Learning to express what we want - Letting go of people when the dynamic feels toxic -Why do you think people cross boun...2019-10-0343 min
Wellthy Living conversationsEP 28: Social emotional tools for teensMental health and emotional well being are getting lots of air time in the world right now…and rightly so. We are living in a world where anxiety, depression and suicide rates are continually rising. In this episode I chat with Social worker, author, keynote speaker and workshop facilitator Romi Grossberg to discuss her fabulous new book “the key - a social emotional toolkit for teens - which aim to teach teenagers self awareness, emotional intelligence and practical life copying skills to help reduce the rates of mental illness.What’s your biggest insight or takeaway from t...2019-08-2343 min
Wellthy Living conversationsEP 27: Women in Business with Peace MitchellIn this episode I chat with Peace Mitchell - co-founder of Ausmumpreneur and The Womens Business School. We deep into the topics of :-women entrepreneurship-motherhood and career-the challenges and fears holding women back and -why investing in women is so importantTo find more information about Peace and her wonderful business and network go to:http://www.thewomensbusinessschool.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/peacemitchell/https://www.instagram.com/ausmumpreneur/https://www.facebook.com/womensbusinessschool/For more information about my services go to http...2019-08-1553 min
Wellthy Living conversationsEP 26: Strike up a ChatIn this episode I chat with Natalie Swedosh who devotes her time and energy to developing her social enterprise called “Strike up a chat” with a vision to create an epidemic of friendly people chatting with each other face to face instead of phone to phone.Natalie is a Wellness Trainer, Self-Empowerment Educator and Mental Health Therapist.In this episode we chat about 'Strike up a chat', why she started it, some of her findings, common barriers to talking to new people, the benefits of talking to strangers, discernment and tips of effective communication.For...2019-08-0242 min
Wellthy Living conversationsEP 25: Raising resilient kidsModern day living is full of choices, innovation and information, yet research shows that there is a decline in the health and wellbeing in our young people. There is an increase in the number of children who are emotionally unstable, have been diagnosed with mental illness, behave in anti-social ways and event the rates of suicide are continuing to rise. Are the modern world challenges affecting the copying ability in our young people. It seems to me that there is an important need to improve everyone’s understanding of resilience. With a world full of uncertainty, resilience is a...2019-06-2142 min
Wellthy Living conversationsEP 24: Low Toxic LivingIn this episode I chat with special guest Nicole Grouch about what toxic free living actually means, where toxins are found including our cosmetics, cleaning products, detergents, fragrances, furnishings, food and more. What discuss health risks and share many practical things you can do to live a more natural low toxic lifestyle.To access great articles on low toxic living as well as a copy of Nicole's e-book -10 Steps to Toxic Free Living go to www.livingsafe.com.auFor more info on my services go to www.wellthyliving.com.au2019-05-2054 min
Wellthy Living conversationsEP 23: Bringing Power to PeriodsMenstruation or period is something every healthy woman experiences, yet talking about periods has often been a taboo subject. There is no denying that a period stigma still exists, that both girls and women carry shame around their monthly bleeding time.In this episode I chat with Stasha Washburn - "the period coach', who is certainly on a mission to end the taboo of menstruation world wide.Where cover the topicof shame and stigma around periods, where it comes from (a brief history) and flow on negative impacts.Stasha helps us understand the 4 natural cycles that take...2019-04-261h 01
Wellthy Living conversationsEP 22: Communicating from a place of inner power, presence and passionIn this episode I speak with transformational body therapist, presentation coach and keynote speaker, Dr Gary Wolhman about ways to transfer and transform your message using your body and your voice.We discuss:✔️ Reasons why people seem to have lost the skills to communicate from a place of inner power✔️ Self awareness and how that effects the way we communicate✔️ What happens in our body when we make choices from a place thats not aligned with our true self✔️ Gary shares many tools throughout the episode that you can start to use in your everyday life, i...2019-03-1450 min
Wellthy Living conversationsEP 21: Pathway from burnout to balanceIn this episode I am chatting to Leah Kearns about how her journey of re-connection back to herself lead her to male conscious choices to support her pathway from overwhelming fatigue to living a life that works for her and most importantly supports her wellbeing.You can connect with Leah at:https://leahkearns.com/https://www.facebook.com/leahkearnsmentor/https://www.facebook.com/webeingcommunity/2019-02-2846 min
Wellthy Living conversationsEP 20: The secret to overcoming overwhelm and embracing joyIt is no secret that many people in the western world are expressing feelings of overwhelm and even burnout. This is further validated by the stats that wellness tourism is growing twice as fast as overall tourism, showing the heightened need for self care.In this episode I talk with wellness travel expert, Samantha Lippiat. We discuss:- Self care: what it is, why it's getting some much attention on social media channels and tips of how to prioritise it.- Healthy holidays - what are they all about, the benefits, why being...2018-12-2051 min
Wellthy Living conversationsEP 19: Embracing life transitions for girls and womenI this episode I chat with Melissa Jeffcott, a certified life coach who supports girls and women as they journey through life transitions, encouraging them to bring more self care, ritual and overall wellbeing into their life. We discussed the different transitions of a womens life, why it's important to acknowledge and celebrate these milestones and ways to navigate the changes for transformational outcomes.You can connect with Melissa at www.melissajeffcott.com or via her facebook pages: The Other Side of Forty and Celebrating Girls2018-12-0653 min
Wellthy Living conversationsEP 18: Helping families navigate the online world for maximum joy and minimum stressIn this episode I chat with Martine Oglethorpe director of “the Modern Parent” to discuss how young people are using devices and how to help families incorporate technology safely and smartly into their lives, ensuring our kids are getting the very best that the internet and technology has to offer them without succumbing to the many pitfalls of a digital and connected world.We chat about :-challenges and concerns of parents- parental and child responsibilities-setting boundaries-impacts on families and overall well beingTune in to learn more about how to m...2018-11-2259 min
Wellthy Living conversationsEP 17: Dance for WellbeingJoin me as I chat with dance movement and creative arts therapist, Anjali about dance and it's impact on our overall wellbeing. Anjali is a firm believer in the power of dance and the arts to transcend all barriers and transform and empower individuals and communities.In this episode we discuss:* Body Wisdom - what we can learn from your body and ways to become more body and self aware* The benefits of dance on cognative, physical, emotional and spiritual levelsand so much more.To find out more about Anjali...2018-11-0856 min
Wellthy Living conversationsEP 16: Improving communication and connection in relationshipsIn this episode I chat with Author and Therapist Romi Grossberg about emotional intelligence in relationships (including friendships, intimate, work, family, parent-child, etc.We discuss:-How the way we communicate and our level of self awareness are both key for healthy relationships and overall wellbeing. -Arguments: what leads to them, what happens to us both physically and psychologically during an argument and tips to avoid them both starting or escalating-Self awareness - what is it, stages and tips to develop it-Tools for self enquiry and letting go of patterns and stories that are...2018-10-251h 00
Wellthy Living conversationsEP 15: Embracing your egoIn this episode explore;• Different perspectives of what "ego" means• What is the purpose of having an ego?• Does the ego protect us or sabotage us?• The implications of seeing ego as a dirty word• Simple practices to manage and refine our egoand more.2018-09-1355 min
Wellthy Living conversationsEP 14: The Business of Giving BackOn this episode, I am joined by an incredible changemaker....Founder of I=Change, Jeremy Meltzer, to discuss how to use business to enhance the wellbeing of less fortunate people globally.We discuss ways businesses can thrive by having a purpose beyond profit and how a simple and transparent model of social enterprise can have a great global impact.We will delve into Jeremy's passion around violence against women and discuss why unlocking the potential of women and girls around the world is a great opportunity for business and is a driver of growth and stability...2018-08-301h 11
Wellthy Living conversationsEP 13: Why Mindfulnesses is not just a buzz"Mindfulness, once an ancient buddhist religious practice has now become a multibillion dollar industry - from mindful apps to mindful workplace, school and sport club programs to mindful eating, mindful sex, mindful walking, mindful holidays and the list goes on. The mindfulness movement has become so big and diverse and seemingly unstoppable, but what's the truth about all the hype."Tune in to my latest #podcast as I chat with special guest, clinical psychologist and internationally-recognised expert in mindfulness, Dr Richard Chambers about mindfulness and why it’s not just the latest buzzword.Listen at - ht...2018-08-021h 05
Wellthy Living conversationsEP 12: Occupy your body: One womans cancer diagnosis and her journey to thrivingWhat if you were diagnosed with cancer, what then?Nathalie Brewer joins me to discuss her Personal attitude toward her cancer diagnosis and why it’s the best piece of personal feedback she received.With Nathalie's belief in the healing power of raw, graceful and candid communication, together with her inspiring story and transformational lessons, this is an episode you don't want to miss.We discover;• The importance of personal autonomy when it comes to having ANY diagnosis• The incredible role that lifestyle changes have on disease• How to come...2018-07-191h 09
Wellthy Living conversationsEP 11: Ways to eat for optimal energy and performanceDo you lack energy?Dietician and food coach, Joanna Shinewell joins Lisa to discuss how the foods we eat impact our energy levels and can affect our performance with tips to implement in your life.In this episode discover:• How food supplies us with energy• Understand the different types of nutrients• How to eat nutritionally for optimal performance• Psychological pleasure of eating and why it's important• Ways of eating that can cause stress and affect our energy and well-being• Mood enhancing chemicals an...2018-07-0454 min
Wellthy Living conversationsEP 10: Fatigue PreventionFatigue is a multi-faceted challenge and requires understanding and knowledge to ensure that it can be kept at bay, or even eliminated. So this week I am excited to chat with the “Fatigue Professor” John Toomey to dive deeper in this very important topic of FATIGUE PREVENTION, what causes it, the implications and impact if not addressed and ways it can be prevented or at least reduced.We will discuss ways to achieve high performance without stepping too far across the fatigue line.This is not a conversation that focuses just on sleep issues. We will chat...2018-06-2159 min
Wellthy Living conversationsEP 9: Reclaiming hope, heart & healingDo you know how to sustain yourself in work?HeartWorks Consulting, Lucy Mayes joins Lisa to have a meaningful and real conversation about insights into the state of our organisational systems, particularly our health care system, and the impact it has on employee burnout and the the wellbeing of all involved.In this episode explore how you can sustain yourself in work and contribute to reclaiming hope, heart and healing.About Lucy‘Out beyond ideas of wrongdoing and right doing, there is a field. I’ll meet you there."2018-06-061h 04
Wellthy Living conversationsEP 8: Transforming the culture of healthcare"TRANSFORMING THE CULTURE OF HEALTHCARE"During this episode we discuss:-How to introduce a feedback model to reduce stress and anxiety in healthcare settings and develop a patient centred approach-Consequences of a stressful culture in healthcare - what can be done about it, the challenges faced and ways to create change despite push back.-The power of music and performing arts for healing and awareness and to inspire transformation even in a difficult setting.-How to collaborate and use collective wisdom and influence to bring about change...2018-05-1756 min
Wellthy Living conversationsEP 7: Do Opinions Matter?Lisa chats with Nathalie Martinek all about feedback, why it’s a good idea to receive it and what to do when it stings. In this episode we discuss:-The different types of opinions and feedback, the benefits and the issues/concerns/challenges-Ways to respond that can assist with improving ourselves, our work and our relationships-Navigating difficult conversation and transforming conflict for greater connection-Skillful communication that leads to personal and professional developmentand more.Nathalie started her professional career as a scientist in cancer research after obtaining her PhD from th...2018-04-261h 03
Wellthy Living conversationsEP 6: Placemaking for wellnessIn this episode I'm talking with special guest Gilbert Rochecouste about creating inspiring public places that reconnect and renew communities and more.In this episode discover,• What is Placemaking?• What are the benefits reaped for the public, councils, planners, developers, and businesses?• How is it used to create sustainable, empowered, engaged and resilient communities• How to create successful and authentic public spaces that people want to be in• How to become a facilitator of positive change and engage hard to get to groups• How can anyone become a PlaceMaker in their everyday lives2018-04-1248 min
Wellthy Living conversationsEP 5: The Power of HumourHow is laughter the best medicine?Do you laugh at yourself?What about conflict? Do you avoid it?Do you want to know the answers to these questions and other scintillating questions with a dash of humor?A multi-award winner, comedienne, writer and storyteller, Lana Schwarz joins Lisa to discuss comedy, laughter, humor, pushing boundaries and much more.About Lana“Lovely Lady Lump”, Lana’s solos show, sets out to gently and successfully push boundaries, skewering a serious topic with a comic eye. Lana educates and entertains audiences about her ex...2018-03-291h 23
Wellthy Living conversationsEP 4: How to build a successful business without selling your soulIn this episode I talk with special guest George Kao. We discuss:- Authentic/ Ethical online marketing: what it is and why it matters- Examples of scarcity verses adbundant mindset and marketing styles- Ways to Market authentically- Authentic pricing and how "charging your worth" affects your self worth- Practical and useful tools for overcoming overwhelm and bringing more joy and calm to your work- How your state of being (your wellbeing) affects your work successAbout GeorgeGeorge Kao is a business coach who...2018-03-151h 20
Wellthy Living conversationsEP 3: How DNA decoding is helping people make better health, wellness and lifestyle choicesHow decoding DNA is helping people make better health, wellness and lifestyle decisions.Decoding DNA, Allan Sheffield joins Lisa to discuss DNA analysis as a growing field of science, how specific genetic results can help guide your lifestyle choices by providing trusted personalised, actionable genetic information that guides people to live a wellthy life.In this episode discover:• What is genomics, the types of testing available, how it came about and why it’s becoming more popular?• How genetic data be used to promote healthy behaviour change• The accuracy and accessibility to both...2018-03-011h 12
Wellthy Living conversationsEP 2: How food impacts our relationship & connection to self, others and nature.In this episode I'm chatting with with Special Guest, award-winning food writer, Restaurant Critic, Author of 3 thermomix cookbooks and Cooking Video Host Dani Valent.We will be talking about food and the way we relate to it. The way it impacts our relationship and connection to ourself, to others and to nature.How does food both nourish and nurture us? How does food evoke emotions and what are the positive and negative implications?How does food connect us with the earth and natures natural cycles and seasons?Why is food central in connecting...2018-02-151h 04
Wellthy Living conversations#1: How to care less, while still being caringNot attaching importance to the outcomes of other people’s choices. With regards to work a friend, an intimate partner or even your child. So basically caring less and relinquishing the need to feel responsible for or have control over someones elses outcome. In other words: how to care less while still being caring.In this episode I talk with my guest - Independent researcher, public speaker, upcoming author & group facilitator, Dr. Nathalie Martinek about:• What is the difference between caring and caring too much• Symptoms of over caring - physical and mental• Actions to prevent...2018-02-0158 min