For the penultimate episode of season 2, I was thrilled to be joined by India Warsop. India shares bravely and openly about Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (Complex PTSD), Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) as well as several other triumphs and hurdles she has faced during her life. Thank you so much India for your generosity of time and spirit. Socialise with us on: Instagram: @theselfcareprojectau Facebook: facebook.com/theselfcareprojectau Email:...

An explanation of why I haven't posted anything in a while. Cheers, Jak.

This week, I was fortunate enough to speak to Brent Crowley about his daughter Annike. Annike passed away almost 30 years ago at 8 months old. On this episode, Brent shares about his process of grief and the impact Annike has had on his life.   Socialise with us on: Instagram: @theselfcareprojectau Facebook: facebook.com/theselfcareprojectau Email: [email protected] If this episode triggered some negative thoughts or emotions, please follow the links I have provided...

This week, I was joined by Molly Rennie to discuss self-love, body image and general social justice within the realm of social media. We also touch on the following: Mental Health Social Responsibility Why jeans don't fit Molly’s upbringing Righteous Anger Sexual Assault Narcissism on Social Media Follow Molly’s journey on Instagram: @m0l_l_y https://www.instagram.com/m0l_l_y/ Socialise with us: Instagram: @theselfcareprojectau Facebook:...

This week, I was joined by Ryan A. Bush, the founder of Designing The Mind, an organisation launched to continue the exploration of the human experience as well as providing a framework to optimize our lives. If you want to learn more about Psychitecture, check out Ryan’s book, ‘Designing The Mind: The Principles of Psychitecture’. On this episode, Ryan and I discuss: A brief look at technologies role in human evolution What is Psychitecture? What led Ryan to investigating the human...

In the much anticipated return to the Self Care Project, I was joined by Carina to discuss the commonly oversimplified topic of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). However, once again, the conversation took us to a variety of other engaging areas. On this episode, Carina and I discuss: The current state of our mental health How is PTSD commonly misunderstood? Abusive relationship and domestic abuse Carina’s experience Her symptoms of PTSD Her experience of seeking help Why are...

This week, I was joined by Jayden Selvakumaraswamy to discuss the expansive topic of meditation. However, once again, the conversation took us to a variety of other engaging areas. On this episode, Jayden and I discuss:The value of different opinionsReiki and “Energy”Thinking during meditation Mindfulness vs meditationDo you go to meditation for preparation or for recuperation?The House That Dan BuiltProcessing in the momentA guided meditation with Jayden!And much more!Thanks again for tuning...

This week, I gratefully welcomed Zaharah onto The Self Care Project to discuss Post Traumatic Growth! However, as expected, the conversation took us to another incredibly engaging topic: Spirituality. On this episode, Zaharah and I discuss:Growing olderGrieving in 2020Post-Traumatic GrowthSpirituality in our lifeMaterialistic and insincere Spirituality Beating ourselves upDeath of the ego vs death of the selfMeditation and YogaAnd much more!Thanks again for tuning in!Socialise with...

This week, I was delighted to be joined by Josh Pak to discuss both Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) Having experienced both therapy frameworks, Josh provided some excellent insights as well as some wonderful sharing during a great conversation! We also explore:Josh’s personal JourneyThe Beyond Health PodcastThe basic framework of CBT and DBTMindfulnessImaginative Sensory relaxationPro’s and Con’s of DBT and CBTAnd much more!Thanks again for tuning...

This week, I was delighted to welcome Lise Bosch onto the show to discuss vulnerability and authenticity. Lise is a writer and we dig into her two published pieces on ‘Perspective’ the blog. We also explore:Lise’s writing processHow Lise turns her thoughts into writingSocial AnxietyBody imageDeveloping trust in your valueAnd much more! Thanks again for tuning in!Find Lise’s writing at https://msha.ke/lisebosch/ Socialise with us:Instagram: @theselfcareprojectauFacebook:...

This week, I was delighted to invite Amelia Crowley on to the show to discuss how we can help support those struggling with their mental health and the struggles that come with that! On this episode, we explore:Giveaway reminder!Amelia’s “occupation” ;)Creating a space for vulnerability and opennessWho Amelia supportsEmpowering others to share their strugglesAnd much more!Thanks again for tuning in!Socialise with us:Instagram: @theselfcareprojectauFacebook:...

This week, we take a look at the 4 main causes of isolation during this period of quarantine. On this episode, we explore:Prize Giveaway!Isolation vs lonelinessdisconnectionPassion and PurposeAnd much more!Thanks again for tuning in!Socialise with us:Instagram: @theselfcareprojectauFacebook: facebook.com/theselfcareprojectauEmail: [email protected] this episode triggered some negative thoughts or emotions, please follow the links I have provided below. YOU ARE NOT ALONE AND...

Are you living in the shadow of yourself?This week, I shared some writing that I did earlier this year about my idea of ‘Blue and Yellow’. On this episode, we explore:GrowthThe pros and cons of IdealismWhat is ‘Blue and Yellow’?What are your achievements built upon?Accepting who you are and who you could beAnd much more!Thanks again for tuning in!Socialise with us:Instagram: @theselfcareprojectauFacebook: facebook.com/theselfcareprojectauEmail: [email protected] this episode...

This week, I was delighted to be joined by my brother, Max Sherlock, to discuss the struggles that the LGBTQI+ community face with their mental health. On this episode, we explore:Max’s journey coming out as gayThe struggles that the LGBTQI+ community faceAbuse against non-heterosexualsComing outSupport for people who are sexually/gender diverseAnd much more!Thanks again for tuning in! Find Max on instagram:@maxsherlockSocialise with us:Instagram: @theselfcareprojectauFacebook:...

This week, we tackle the most common mental illness in Australia; Anxiety Disorder. On this episode, we explore:What is anxiety?What do the stats tell us???Symptoms of anxietyTypes of anxietyPanic AttacksAnd much more!Thanks again for tuning in!Socialise with us:Instagram: @theselfcareprojectauFacebook: facebook.com/theselfcareprojectauEmail: [email protected] If this episode triggered some negative thoughts or emotions, please follow the links I have provided below. YOU ARE NOT...

Episode 4 of The Self Care Project!This week, I was delighted to have a chat with my good friend David Chun about meaning and happiness! On this episode, we discuss:David shares a brief testimonyThe positive and negative effects of communityMeaning vs HappinessWhich one is more important to David?What Christianity offers David that he hasn’t found anywhere elseAnd much more! If you’d like to have a chat with David, reach out to him:Instagram: @chundavidchunDavid’s and my podcast:...

Episode 3 of The Self Care Project! This episode, we discuss:Depression is confusing!What is Depression?!Signs and symptoms of DepressionDifferent types of DepressionSadness/Grief vs DepressionHow to fight back!Why we need to do moreIf this episode triggered some negative thoughts or emotions, please follow the links I have provided below. YOU ARE NOT ALONE AND THERE IS A WAY FORWARD! It's never too late to get help!Links to helplines & Useful websitesCrisis support & Suicide...

Episode 2 of The Self Care Project! This episode, we discuss:Thanks for all the supportWhat is Existential Anxiety?My personal experience with existential anxietyCOVID-19How can we fight it? Thank you again for tuning in!Socialise with usInstagram: @theselfcareprojectauFacebook: facebook.com/theselfcareprojectauEmail: [email protected]

Welcome to the first episode of The Self Care Project! On today's episode, we discuss:- The 3 pillars of self care- The "mythconceptions" of self care- Why you should implement a self care routine into your life.- False ideas of what self care is Thank you for tuning in!Socialise with us:- Instagram: @theselfcareprojectau- Email: [email protected] 

A taste of what's to come! Follow the show on Instagram: @theselfcareprojectauEmail the show at: [email protected] See you next episode!