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Anxiety. What is it? How do we manage it? What tools are available? 🧠 ⚒️
24/12/2021
Cookin up a Christmas feast with
Day 30 of my
30 for 30 challenge
Topic - Gratitude ❤️
✅Thank you to everyone who came on board and spoke with me
✅Thank you to everyone who liked, commented and shared my clips
✅Remember that the conversations we have with ourselves are the most important
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29/11/2021
Day 29 of my
30 for 30 challenge
Topic - Followers Q and A
✅Which is more prevalent - prostate or testicular cancer?
✅Prostate cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer among males *according to stats from cancer Australia
✅In 2018 Prostate cancer was the 2nd most common cause of cancer deaths among males
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28/11/2021
Day 28 of my
30 for 30 challenge
Topic - Depression in childhood
✅Dealing with depression as a teen
✅Substance abuse is a coping mechanism for many
✅Falling in with the wrong crowd who were all dealing with similar issues and leaning on each other
✅The importance having a support network and positive coping strategies
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Jed and I spoke at length about his battles with depression during his teenage years. He described a time where he ended up in a pretty bad situation which acted as a trigger to find help and sought out his biggest support - his mum. She had been his confidant any time he was dealing with life’s challenges. Professional was his biggest recommendation for those struggling with depression and anxiety.
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27/11/2021
Day 27 of my
30 for 30 challenge
Topic - Talking to our dads - Part 2
✅The importance of spending quality one on one time with our dads
✅The influence our dads have on our personal growth
✅The importance of telling them how much they mean to us and the impact they’ve had
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Day 26 of my
30 for 30 challenge
Topic - Avoidance behaviour and suppressing emotion
✅Talking to a professional is paramount to change
✅Exploring the meta cognitive process
✅What drives our avoidant behaviours
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Day 25 of my
30 for 30 challenge
Topic - The positive impact of sobriety
✅Post drinking anxiety disappeared
✅Productivity increased
✅Being in control of emotions without the influence of alcohol
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Day 24 of my
30 for 30 challenge
Topic - A hero, a hardship and a highlight
✅Jule’s spoke about his mum as someone who was a hero in his life
✅Losing his mum to Alzheimers
✅Surfing with mates and appreciating the ocean
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Day 23 of my
30 for 30 challenge
Topic - Coping with stress
✅The dangers of using alcohol as a coping mechanism
✅Removing the stressor or removing ourselves from the stressful environment
✅The importance of having hobbies and habits that allow us to decompress
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22/11/2021
Day 22 of my
30 for 30 challenge
Topic - Taking Responsibility
✅The importance of self reflection
✅A good circle of friends will keep you accountable
✅The events that set us on the path self reflection
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Day 21 of my
30 for 30 challenge
Topic - The importance of creating a safe space with your mates
✅No topic is off limits
✅The space is judgement free
✅Well placed banter is welcome
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Day 20 of my
30 for 30 challenge
Topic - The varying degrees of adversity people face
✅How people deal with life’s challenges
✅The impact of su***de on families, friends and communities
✅Picking up the pieces they’re gone
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Day 19 of my
30 for 30 challenge
Topic - The struggles of the fight game and how to bounce back
✅Bouncing back after defeat
✅The importance of your support network
✅Male su***de and the importance of speaking out
Day 18 of my
30 for 30 challenge
Topic - Retirement and managing prostate health
✅The importance of having hobbies and interests to keep you active during retirement
✅Managing prostate health
✅Being part of a community where you can openly discuss male health issues
Day 17 of my
30 for 30 challenge
Topic - The roles we play during marriage
✅The challenges of the ongoing conversation
✅The importance of transparency in that dialogue
✅Being parent rather than a friend to your children
Day 16 of my
30 for 30 challenge
Topic - When challenging times call for resilience
✅The challenges of separation
✅Not allowing the emotions to control our actions
✅Finding strength through patience
Day 15 of my
30 for 30 challenge
Chat with Andre
Topic - Through Adversity comes Opportunity
✅Losing his job during a pandemic
✅Having a positive mindset
✅Seizing opportunity from adversity
Day 14 of my
30 for 30 challenge
Topic - Being enough
✅The challenges of meeting parental expectations
✅Finding your purpose
✅Being enough
Day 13 of my
30 for 30 challenge
Topic - Dealing with Anxiety
✅The challenges of living with anxiety
✅The warning signs
✅The importance of a support network and seeking professional
12/11/2021
Day 12 of my
30 for 30 challenge
Topic - Benefits of cold water therapy
Tim and Wim discuss:
✅What Wim recommends for those feeling depressed
✅How cold water exposure increases parasympathetic nervous system activity
✅Cold exposure positively impacts mood
Day 11 of my
30 for 30 challenge
Topic - Connection to nature and mental health
We discussed:
✅What draws us to nature
✅How connecting to nature brings healing and resets us
✅Read “Grounded” by Ruth Allen
Day 10 of my
30 for 30 challenge
Topic - The Return to School
We discussed:
✅The challenges of low accountability during home schooling
✅Maintaining positive mental health during lock down
✅Challenges of being back in the classroom
Day 9 of my
30 for 30 challenge
Topic - Forging your own path
We discussed:
✅Challenging generational expectations
✅Approaching setbacks as learning experiences
✅Having the courage to change your direction
Day 8 of my
30 for 30 challenge
Topic - Talking to our dads
We discussed:
✅Challenges of growing up with an autocratic father
✅How this impacted his childhood
✅How an introvert started and grew a small business
Day 7 of my
30 for 30 challenge
Topic - A celebration of life after loss
We discussed:
✅Acceptance
✅Removing judgement when grieving
✅Having open conversations about loss
✅Gratitude, awareness and presence with our loved ones
Day 6 of my
30 for 30 challenge
Topic - Pets and Mental Health
We discussed:
✅The sense of purpose from owning a pet
✅The unconditional love we receive
✅The positive impact on mental health
Day 5 of my
30 for 30 challenge
Topic - Impact of home schooling
We discussed:
✅The impact on children’s mental health
✅Impact on teachers
✅Challenges following the return to the classroom
Day 3 of my
30 for 30 challenger
Topic - Mentors
We discussed:
✅The role mentors can play in our lives
✅The importance of gaining the perspective of someone who has been through it before
✅Their significance in helping us control the negative internal dialogue of “I am not enough”
02/11/2021
Day 2 - 30 for 30 conversations
✅ The importance of community and belonging for mental health
✅ Connect to communities that support your hobbies and interests
✅Connect to like minded people
✅ Read Lost Connections .hari
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