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The Mind Manual
Melinda King
55 episodes
23 hours ago
In this episode, we sit down with Graeme Cowan — co-founder of the “Are You OK?” movement. Graeme opens up about his journey from corporate success to a five-year battle with severe depression, and how that experience reshaped his purpose in life. He shares powerful insights into the importance of genuine check-ins, practical self-care, and building workplaces where people feel seen and supported. The conversation traces his transformation — from authoring the bestselling Back From the Brink ...
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In this episode, we sit down with Graeme Cowan — co-founder of the “Are You OK?” movement. Graeme opens up about his journey from corporate success to a five-year battle with severe depression, and how that experience reshaped his purpose in life. He shares powerful insights into the importance of genuine check-ins, practical self-care, and building workplaces where people feel seen and supported. The conversation traces his transformation — from authoring the bestselling Back From the Brink ...
Show more...
Mental Health
Education,
Self-Improvement,
Health & Fitness
Episodes (20/55)
The Mind Manual
Episode 55 - Finding Hope After Despair
In this episode, we sit down with Graeme Cowan — co-founder of the “Are You OK?” movement. Graeme opens up about his journey from corporate success to a five-year battle with severe depression, and how that experience reshaped his purpose in life. He shares powerful insights into the importance of genuine check-ins, practical self-care, and building workplaces where people feel seen and supported. The conversation traces his transformation — from authoring the bestselling Back From the Brink ...
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23 hours ago
57 minutes

The Mind Manual
Episode 54 - Healing at the Root
In this episode, we explore what it truly means to heal from the inside out — not by fixing or suppressing symptoms, but by understanding the deeper stories beneath them. Using the Internal Family Systems (IFS) model, we uncover how our recurring patterns like perfectionism, anxiety, or self-sabotage are protective parts of us, each with a positive intention. Through compassion, curiosity, and connection to our core Self, we can transform these parts and lead our inner system with calm and cl...
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3 weeks ago
27 minutes

The Mind Manual
Episode 53 - How Small Hurts Break Big Bonds - and How to Heal Family
This episode explores the quiet ways family bonds can fray—not through explosive fights, but through small, repeated hurts that slowly erode trust and closeness. Through Sarah’s story, we witness how years of subtle criticism and dismissive remarks can leave lasting wounds, creating distance even when love remains. Science experts explain how chronic invalidation reshapes the brain, teaching us to suppress feelings and associate family with stress instead of safety. Yet this episode offers ho...
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1 month ago
12 minutes

The Mind Manual
Episode 52 - The Power of Context
Understanding the full picture, or "context," is vital for healthy relationships and a peaceful mind. When we ignore the background details of a situation, we often fall into distorted ways of thinking, like jumping to conclusions, overgeneralising from single events, or only seeing the negative. To combat this, we need to actively seek context by asking questions like "What else could be true?" and trying to see things from other perspectives. This not only helps us understand others b...
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5 months ago
19 minutes

The Mind Manual
Episode 51 - Identity & the Quantum Connection
In this episode, we explore the work of Dr. Bruce Lipton, a cell biologist who challenges conventional scientific understanding, particularly in the area of epigenetics. The research of Lipton and others, demonstrates that our thoughts, beliefs, and environment have a profound impact on our biology and gene expression, rather than genes solely determining our destiny. We take a look at the existence of bioelectromagnetic energy, which is an interdisciplinary field that examines the inte...
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7 months ago
20 minutes

The Mind Manual
Episode 50 - Why We Stay Stuck: The Hidden Patterns of Suffering
This episode explores why people stay stuck in harmful patterns, even when they know these behaviours hurt them. It shows how early experiences, like conditional love or unmet emotional needs, shape the stories we tell ourselves that can lead to shame, self-doubt, and unhealthy habits as adults. Using the example of a woman longing for a toxic relationship, it explains how these patterns often come from a deep need for love and validation. Healing involves changing these old stories, addressi...
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9 months ago
17 minutes

The Mind Manual
Episode 49 - The Trap of Getting Stuck in Certainty Over Curiosity
This episode highlights the human tendency to prioritise certainty over curiosity, a behaviour rooted in the brain's primal need for safety. In the workplace example provided, a decision to offer a young employee minimal hours in her former field, alongside a new role, sparked unfounded assumptions among her future team. Without verifying the facts, they interpreted the decision as a threat to their positions, fuelling conflict and misunderstanding. There is an importance to emphasise adoptin...
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10 months ago
16 minutes

The Mind Manual
Episode 48 - Manning up to our Mind With Shane McManaway
Welcome to the first of many important conversations aimed at de-stigmatizing beliefs, practices, and narratives around mental health, especially for men who often struggle with stereotypes that discourage vulnerability. Today, we're joined by Shane McManaway, former CEO and respected business leader, who is taking a courageous step to open up about his own mental health journey, including a time when he nearly ended his life. Shane’s story highlights how sharing our struggles, rather than su...
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1 year ago
1 hour

The Mind Manual
Episode 47 - The Freedom to be Found in the Spiritual Self
Much of our lives are controlled by the ego, which makes us see ourselves as separate and focused on the roles we play, our judgments, and what others think of us. Real growth comes when we understand we are spiritual beings having a human experience and connect with our deeper soul, beyond the ego. Building real connections with others is important for our mental, emotional, and physical health. Research shows that being connected can lower anxiety, depression, and even improve surviva...
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1 year ago
15 minutes

The Mind Manual
Episode 46 - The Transformation to be Found Through Trauma
In this episode we’re going to catch up with someone who has managed to turn her experience of enduring trauma and sexual abuse as a young girl and the inevitable fallout from that, into a journey of profound resilience and transformation. This quest led her to become an EFT practitioner and counsellor, with over 15 years of experience working both nationally in Australia and internationally at rehabilitation centres, health retreats, and in private practice. Jackie Durnin is the vision...
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1 year ago
52 minutes

The Mind Manual
Episode 45 - What Holds us Back
Consider the last time you set out to make a change. Maybe you decided to start a new diet, save more money, or finally pursue that passion project. At first, you're excited, motivated, ready to take on the world. But then, almost as quickly as the inspiration came, it fades. The thrill of change is overshadowed by the discomfort it brings. Suddenly, that new diet feels like torture, saving money feels like deprivation, and your passion project seems like too much work. So, you retreat to wha...
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1 year ago
12 minutes

The Mind Manual
Episode 44 - Mindset, the Meaning of Life & What Moves Chris Koch
In this session, the format shifts to a fireside chat with Chris Koch, a resilient individual from Nanton, Alberta, who defied physical limitations with humour and determination instilled by his family. Despite being born without arms and legs, Chris pursued education in Calgary and Ottawa while working with The War Amputations of Canada. Now a motivational speaker and involved in farming, Chris shares insights on mindset and life's meaning.
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1 year ago
1 hour 1 minute

The Mind Manual
Episode 43 - The De-Stigmatization & De-Medicalization of Mental Health
In this session, we explore the often overlooked systemic issues surrounding mental health. Despite years of schooling, individuals are left unequipped to manage the pressures of modern life due to a lack of education on mental well-being. We explore the interconnectedness of mental, physical, and spiritual health, highlighting how factors like diet can impact gut health and brain function, influencing mental wellness. Drawing from history, we uncover how mental health has been m...
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1 year ago
27 minutes

The Mind Manual
Episode 42 - The Power of Perspective
Today, we're exploring how the way we see things can change everything. Our perspective, or how we look at the world, is shaped by our thoughts and beliefs. Imagine it like wearing glasses that make you see things a certain way. Sometimes, we only see part of the picture, like using a microscope. But if we open up and look at things differently, like using a telescope, we can learn and grow. We talk about how our brain works, with one side liking certainty and simplicity, while the other side...
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1 year ago
24 minutes

The Mind Manual
Episode 41 - How to Cultivate Greater Resilience
Today, we look at ways you can process challenging times and develop resilience. It discusses the importance of acknowledging life's 50/50 nature, focusing on what we can control, and constantly evaluating if our thoughts and actions are beneficial or harmful. This revolves around Dr. Lucy Hone's journey of resilience after the tragic loss of her daughter, where she discovered that traditional theories didn't always work. We emphasize the power of self-awareness, self-love, and making choices...
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1 year ago
19 minutes

The Mind Manual
Episode 40 - Gratitude
In this episode, we look into the therapeutic method known as Naikan, developed by Ishin Yoshimoto in Japan. Naikan emphasizes introspection and reflection on our lives and relationships. Unlike Western psychotherapy, Naikan focuses on three fundamental questions regarding our relationships with others: what we have received, given, and caused in terms of blessings and troubles. This approach encourages gratitude, self-reflection, and a shift away from blaming others. By redirecting ene...
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1 year ago
22 minutes

The Mind Manual
Episode 39 - The Mind-Body Connection in the Role of Pain, Depression & Disease
This podcast explores the connection between the mind and body, challenging the idea that they are separate. It discusses Dr. Sarno's theory linking chronic pain to emotional tension and questions traditional views on depression, highlighting the role of stress and childhood trauma. The podcast also touches on the influence of the pharmaceutical industry on psychiatric practices and emphasizes the importance of a holistic approach, including a healthy diet and addressing mental well-being, fo...
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1 year ago
26 minutes

The Mind Manual
Episode 38 - Preparing your Mind for a Promotion at Work
In today's podcast, we delve into the intricate workings of our minds when it comes to career advancement. We explore why individuals often resist opportunities for growth and leadership, even when presented with enticing incentives. Unveiling the default programming of our minds to avoid pain and seek pleasure, we unravel the cognitive processes that lead us to self-sabotage. The narrative we create about our tasks and challenges significantly influences our experience, and we discuss ...
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1 year ago
24 minutes

The Mind Manual
Episode 37 - Breaking Free from Emotional Manipulation
Today, I want to share insights about emotional manipulation that will help you take back control. Emotional manipulation relies on the false idea that another person determines how we feel and act. But the truth is that each of us shapes our own reality through our thoughts and beliefs. In this podcast, I'll explain what emotional manipulation is, dispel common myths, and offer strategies for protecting your inner peace of mind so no one can use your emotions against you without your consen...
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1 year ago
17 minutes

The Mind Manual
Episode 36 - Emotional Intelligence in the Workplace
Have you ever been in a work or school environment where tensions are running high and you can see the unfolding dynamics as both fascinating and complex? It can feel like you're navigating a minefield of competing interests, self-interests, deeply entrenched patterns of behaviour, and people who may not show up as their best. This week I've had to face these issues head on right here in my workplace and at my son's boarding house. But no matter how different the spaces may be, emotion...
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1 year ago
16 minutes

The Mind Manual
In this episode, we sit down with Graeme Cowan — co-founder of the “Are You OK?” movement. Graeme opens up about his journey from corporate success to a five-year battle with severe depression, and how that experience reshaped his purpose in life. He shares powerful insights into the importance of genuine check-ins, practical self-care, and building workplaces where people feel seen and supported. The conversation traces his transformation — from authoring the bestselling Back From the Brink ...