Phoenix Rising with Gallagher Psychology Patricia Gallagher

2020; what a year it's been so far! I talk about the Australian bushfires, floods, COVID-19 and COVID-19 lockdown restrictions and acknowledge the emotions of coping with the year that's been. I must admit, I didn't have the words to start the podcast for 2020 as it was meant to be a new year and a new decade starting with possibilities and opportunities. I'm looking forward to reconnecting with you as I bring you regular episodes, topics and discussion.

Progressive Muscle Relaxation is an exercise designed to tighten and loosen muscle groups one by one. This is a good alternative to relaxation if traditional meditation doesn’t work for you. Feel free to use your own calming music with this audio. Music can help to enhance the relaxation. Enjoy.

Comfort zones. They feel safe but they are restrictive and limiting. Learn to step outside your comfort zone, whatever that may be for you. Whether it be a relationship, friendship, job, self-limiting belief or story you tell yourself. Stepping outside the comfort zone is hard, yet liberating and freeing.

We all have a story to tell. In this first episode of Phoenix Rising with Gallagher Psychology, I introduce myself and tell my story. It is my vision to walk the talk when it comes to demystifying mental health. It is my mission to contribute to the advocacy of mental health and to challenge old stigmas that do not serve any healthy purpose in Australia.