Crappy to Happy

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July 4, 2024

Motherhood & Mental Illness with Ariane Beeston

Cass talks with fellow psychologist, Ariane Beeston about Ariane's experience of severe postpartum depression and psychosis. They discuss the feelings of failure that can prevent new mothers from asking for help, the lack of ...
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Motherhood & Mental Illness with Ariane Beeston
June 27, 2024

Setting Goals: What do you want and WHY do you want it?

In this solo episode, Cass discusses the importance of goal-setting, but understanding why you want the things you want when you're aspiring to achieve or create something in your life. She talks about the trap of attaching y...
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Setting Goals: What do you want and WHY do you want it?
June 18, 2024

What it's like being a Neurodiverse Woman with Monique Mitchelson

Cass chats with Monique Mitchelson, a clinical psychologist and host of The Neurodivergent Woman podcast, about neurodiversity in women, specifically autism and ADHD. Monique shares that neurodivergence is often under-diagnos...
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What it's like being a Neurodiverse Woman with Monique Mitchelson
June 12, 2024

Why I'm giving up drinking (again)

In this solo ep, Cass shares her decision to take an extended break from alcohol after quitting drinking for (almost) two years in 2020 and then taking it up again in 2022.She highlights all the best things she experienced du...
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Why I'm giving up drinking (again)
June 3, 2024

The new weight loss drugs: Magic solution or magical illusion? with Johann Hari

Johann Hari began taking Ozempic in 2023, and subsequently spent 12 months traveling the world talking to experts about every aspect of the obesity crisis and the new weight loss medications which offer a solution to the mill...
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The new weight loss drugs: Magic solution or magical illusion? with Johann Hari
May 27, 2024

How to stop second guessing yourself

In this solo episode, Cass discusses the fear of making the wrong decision and the desire for certainty. Cass emphasises the importance of taking action as a way of gaining clarity, as well as the importance of getting comfor...
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How to stop second guessing yourself
May 1, 2024

The Healing Power of Breathwork with Samantha Skelly

This week Cass chats with Samantha Skelly, founder and CEO of Pause Breathwork about the power of the breath to reduce stress and anxiety, heal your body, create clarity in your mind and connect with your intuition. Samantha ...
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The Healing Power of Breathwork with Samantha Skelly
April 15, 2024

The Key to Successful Relationships with Dr Ann Kelley

This week Cass talks with Dr Ann Kelley, licensed psychologist and co-host of the Therapist Uncensored podcast, about the importance of updating our understanding of attachment styles and the limitations of categorising ourse...
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The Key to Successful Relationships with Dr Ann Kelley
April 8, 2024

Dealing with body dissatisfaction during pregnancy

Cass responds to a listener who is experiencing body dissatisfaction during pregnancy. She highlights that while this is relatively common, it can be a concern if it contributes to poor maternal mental or physical health. She...
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Dealing with body dissatisfaction during pregnancy
April 1, 2024

A Thousand Wasted Sundays with Victoria Vanstone

Cass chats with Victoria Vanstone, host of the Sober Awkward Podcast and creator of the Drunk Mummy Sober Mummy blog and website, about her decision to leave behind her partying days in order to be a happier, less anxious, mo...
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A Thousand Wasted Sundays with Victoria Vanstone
March 20, 2024

How to deal with people letting you down

Cass answers a listener question about what to do when you feel disappointed by people in your life. She shares ideas about how to manage your expectations, how to take responsibility for your own part in the situation, and h...
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How to deal with people letting you down
March 7, 2024

The Power of Two Minute Moves with Lizzie Williamson

Cass talks with Lizzie Williamson, the founder of Two Minute Moves, about the astonishing benefits of building micro-movement breaks into your day. Whether you're at home or in the office, taking tiny opportunities to move yo...
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The Power of Two Minute Moves with Lizzie Williamson
Feb. 29, 2024

How to embody self-confidence

Cass explains why 'mindset' approaches to overcoming self-doubt and imposter syndrome are limited and won't achieve a lasting transformation and what you need to do instead. She shares how imposter syndrome is an activation ...
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How to embody self-confidence
Feb. 21, 2024

What Autism can teach us with Jodi Rodgers

Cass chats with Jodie Rogers, a counsellor, sexologist and the relationship coach featured in the hit series, "Love on the Spectrum". Jodi shares her journey of working with people with disabilities and the importance of acce...
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What Autism can teach us with Jodi Rodgers
Feb. 15, 2024

What Buddhism can teach us about happiness

Cass breaks down some of the key aspects of Buddhist philosophy and practice as they relate to living a happier and more peaceful life. She shares a little about how modern approaches to therapy have incorporated some of the...
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What Buddhism can teach us about happiness
Feb. 8, 2024

Cracking the Code on Relationships with Dr Sue Johnson

Dr Sue Johnson is a psychologist, author, a pioneer in the psychology of relationships and the creator of Emotionally Focused therapy, which focuses on creating secure emotional bonds between partners. EFT is widely acknowled...
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Cracking the Code on Relationships with Dr Sue Johnson
Feb. 1, 2024

How change happens

If you're trying to break a habit, start a new one or achieve a goal, there are some very predictable stages everyone goes through during the process.In this episode, Cass shares the stages of change to help you identify wher...
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How change happens
Jan. 24, 2024

Buying Happiness with Kate Campbell

In this episode, Cass chats with financial educator and host of the Australian Finance Podcast, Kate Campbell, about how to invest your time and money to build your very best life.Whether you have a lot of money or not much a...
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Buying Happiness with Kate Campbell
Jan. 18, 2024

What are the downsides of mindfulness meditation?

In this episode, Cass explores the topic of mindfulness meditation and when it might not have positive benefits. She delves into the adverse effects of mindfulness and the importance of trauma-informed meditation training. Sh...
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What are the downsides of mindfulness meditation?
Jan. 4, 2024

The Health Habit with Dr Amantha Imber

Cass talks to psychologist and author, Dr Amantha Imber about the surprisingly small changes that have the greatest potential to significantly improve your health. Amantha also shares her research into how you can personalise...
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The Health Habit with Dr Amantha Imber
Dec. 29, 2023

A happy alternative to New Year's Resolutions.

In this episode, Cass discusses the drawbacks of traditional New Year's resolutions and offers alternative approaches to setting goals for the new year.Takeaways: Traditional New Year's resolutions often lead to feelings of f...
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A happy alternative to New Year's Resolutions.
Dec. 20, 2023

Addicted to Drama with Dr Scott Lyons

Dr. Scott Lyons discusses the concept of drama addiction and how it can negatively impact relationships, causing fights, jealousy, and destructive patterns. People addicted to drama often seek chaos and attention, creating a ...
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Addicted to Drama with Dr Scott Lyons
Dec. 14, 2023

Discovering your Best Possible Self

In this solo episode, Cass reflects on the importance of self-reflection. She shares two exercises for self-reflection and visualisation, guaranteed to inspire you to be your best self and live your best life, as we begin to ...
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Discovering your Best Possible Self
Dec. 5, 2023

A Touch of the Madness with Larry Kasanoff

Larry Kasanoff, legendary Hollywood producer and author of 'A Touch of the Madness,' shares his experiences and insights on creativity and innovation. He discusses the inspiration behind his book and the importance of embraci...
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A Touch of the Madness with Larry Kasanoff