The Brain Changers™

Rebekah King and Yvonne King

The Brain Changers™ is a podcast all about learning how to revolutionise the way you think and live by mastering your mind. We're your hosts, mother and daughter duo, Rebekah and Yvonne King. Our goal is to empower you to live the life you choose by teaching you how to retrain your brain. Some people tell us it sounds like 'mind-control' and you know what? It is! But not in the way you might think. This is about taking control of your own mind - that's right! YOU taking control, rather than letting your mind control you, so you can choose to live a life free from the expectations of others. No matter what you've experienced in the past, you can create positive change and transformation by learning how to master your mind. We know this because we've done it. Between us, we've survived cancer and stroke, and eliminated debilitating anxiety and depression. We've turned our pain into purpose through the power of our mind and we're now here to support and guide you to do the same. In this podcast we share valuable insights about how your brain works, why you think, say, and do the things you do, how to begin the process of change, and why it's necessary. Because we know that when you change your mind, you change your life.

  1. 4D AGO

    Ep 48 - Why you can't seem to change no matter how hard you try

    You're following the plan. You're doing the work. You're showing up consistently. And somewhere in the back of your mind, there's still a nagging question — why hasn't anything actually changed? In this episode, Yvonne shares something from her own experience learning to trade shares — a world where the rules are clear, the strategy is defined, and there is nowhere to hide. She followed the plan, took consistent action, and still found herself hesitating after a loss and overriding the strategy after a win. Same pattern. Different circumstances. What she discovered — and what this episode unpacks — is that the problem was never the plan. It was the level at which she was trying to change things. Most of what people try works at the level of behaviour. And it helps, for a while. But if the belief and identity underneath haven't shifted, the behaviour keeps defaulting back. You end up white-knuckling your way through the same patterns, wondering why effort alone isn't enough. This episode is about why. And what to do instead. Topics discussed ·        ·       Why doing more of the same thing keeps producing the same result ·       Yvonne's experience learning to trade — and what it revealed about belief and identity ·       The three levels at which we operate: behaviour, belief, and identity ·       Why most tools and strategies only work at the surface level ·       What it actually means when you override your own plan ·       How the brain defaults to what feels familiar — especially under pressure ·       Why real change feels different from trying harder ·       The question worth asking when effort alone isn't working Links and Resources Work with Rebekah If you've been doing the work — therapy, coaching, all of it — and still not getting the results you want, it might be time for a conversation. The work Rebekah does with clients goes to the deeper levels: the belief underneath the behaviour, and the identity that's been running the show. Book a Connection Call: https://bit.ly/ConnectWithRebekah What's in Your Suitcase? (Free activity) A short activity to help you identify one belief that's been shaping your behaviour — so you can start working at the right level. moonbeammonday.com.au/resources/your-suitcase   Connect with Us https://moonbeammonday.com.au https://www.instagram.com/moonbeammonday/ https://www.facebook.com/moonbeammonday https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebekah-king00/ http://www.youtube.com/@moonbeammondaytrainingcoac4696   Check out these FREE resources https://www.moonbeammonday.com.au/resources   Join us every fortnight Tune in every fortnight as we delve into fascinating topics about the mind and the brain, because when you change your mind, you change your life.   Subscribe and leave a review If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe to the show so you never miss an episode and leave a review to help others find and enjoy our content.

    24 min
  2. APR 28

    Ep 47 | If the tools worked alone, you would be done by now

    In this episode, we're addressing a question a lot of people don't say out loud… If I'm doing all the right things, why hasn't anything really changed? You've read the books, listened to the podcasts, tried the strategies, but you still find yourself back in the same patterns. This episode explains why that keeps happening. We break down the difference between surface-level tools and what actually drives behaviour underneath. Because most tools give you something to do, but they don't change the way you think. And if that part doesn't shift, the pattern doesn't either. So you end up managing the same thoughts, the same reactions, and the same habits, just in slightly different ways. If you've ever felt like you're trying everything and still not getting anywhere, this will help you see what's missing. And once you understand that, you can stop searching for the next tool… and start working at the level where real change actually happens. Topics discussed: Why surface-level tools don't create lasting change The difference between knowing something and actually changing it How the brain mistakes learning for doing Why patterns keep repeating (even when you're "doing the work") Real-life examples: overthinking, anxiety, and boundaries How underlying beliefs drive behaviour Why pressure and uncertainty expose your default patterns The question that shifts you from surface-level fixes to real change Links and resources Join the Mind Masters Collective https://www.moonbeammonday.com.au/mind-masters Book a Connection Call with Rebekah to find out how coaching can help you https://bit.ly/connect-with-moonbeam What's in Your Suitcase? (Free activity mentioned in this episode) A short activity to help you identify one belief that's been driving the patterns you've been trying to change, so you're working at the right level, not just adding more tools. moonbeammonday.com.au/resources/your-suitcase Connect with Us https://moonbeammonday.com.au https://www.instagram.com/moonbeammonday/ https://www.facebook.com/moonbeammonday https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebekah-king00/ http://www.youtube.com/@moonbeammondaytrainingcoac4696 Check out these FREE resources https://www.moonbeammonday.com.au/resources Join us every fortnight Tune in every fortnight as we delve into fascinating topics about the mind and the brain, because when you change your mind, you change your life. Subscribe and leave a review If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe to the show so you never miss an episode and leave a review to help others find and enjoy our content.

    20 min
  3. APR 15

    Ep 46 - How To Live With Uncertainty When The World Is Falling Apart

    In this episode of The Brain Changers, we're talking about uncertainty - what it is, why it affects people so differently, and what's actually going on in your mind when everything feels unstable. With constant news about the economy, jobs, and global events, it's easy to assume your reaction is coming from what's happening around you. But that doesn't explain why one person moves forward clearly, while another spirals. We break down what your brain is doing when it doesn't have clear answers, why it fills the gaps with worst-case scenarios, and how that creates the "what if" loop so many people get stuck in. More importantly, we look at what these reactions reveal, because uncertainty doesn't create the response, it exposes patterns that are already there. If things have felt unsettled lately, even if you're not directly affected by world events, this episode will help you see why. And once you understand that, you can stop trying to control everything around you and start focusing on what actually moves you forward. Topics discussed: Why uncertainty feels so intense right now What your brain does when it can't predict what's next Why two people can respond completely differently to the same situation How worst-case thinking and "what if" loops are formed The patterns uncertainty exposes in your thinking and behaviour Why surface-level strategies don't last How to shift your focus back to what's in your control Links and resources We're giving you free access to our Reset + Recharge mini course. Visit https://www.moonbeammonday.com.au/reset-recharge and use the code R+RFREE to access it at no cost until the end of May. Here's 3 ways we can work together:  1. 1:1 Coaching – Deep, personalised work to shift the beliefs, patterns and pressures that hold you back, so you can lead with clarity and confidence. https://www.moonbeammonday.com.au/one-on-one-coaching 2. Book Rebekah as a speaker – Keynotes and presentations that blend neuroscience, mindset, and real human connection. Designed for leaders, teams and events that want more than the usual "motivation talk." https://www.moonbeammonday.com.au/rebekah-king-speaker 3. Bring Rebekah into your organisation – Interactive workshops and coaching that change the way your people think, communicate and show up… without the awkward role-plays or eye-rolls. https://www.moonbeammonday.com.au/workshops-and-presentations Book a Connection Call to find out how any of these options can support you or your organisation. https://bit.ly/connect-with-moonbeam Connect with Us https://moonbeammonday.com.au https://www.instagram.com/moonbeammonday/ https://www.facebook.com/moonbeammonday https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebekah-king00/ http://www.youtube.com/@moonbeammondaytrainingcoac4696 Check out these FREE resources https://www.moonbeammonday.com.au/resources Join us every fortnight Tune in every fortnight as we delve into fascinating topics about the mind and the brain, because when you change your mind, you change your life. Subscribe and leave a review If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe to the show so you never miss an episode and leave a review to help others find and enjoy our content.

    30 min
  4. MAR 31

    Ep 45 - Level Up In Real Life: Leadership Lessons from a 12-Year-Old

    What if the clearest thinking on confidence, leadership, and resilience you heard all year came from a 12-year-old? I first came across Elliott Lea at the Victor Harbour TEDx event, where at just 11 years old he had a room full of adults hanging on every word. His talk wasn't about becoming a leader someday, it was about the small, everyday choices that build leadership right now. When I heard him speak, I thought, "This is exactly what I coach adults on every single day!" In this episode, I sit down with Elliot (now 12 and one of the youngest TEDx speakers in the world) for a conversation that is just as relevant to adults as it is to kids. Whether you're a parent, a leader, or someone who has ever talked themselves out of doing something hard, this episode is for you. What You'll Hear in This Episode •    Why real-world wins feel better than digital ones, and why that matters for how we build confidence •    The story of how a 9-year-old Elliot was asked to book a restaurant table, and what that moment taught him about capability •    The difference between levelling up in a game versus levelling up in real life •    What good guidance actually looks like, and why doing everything for your child (or your team) works against them •    The house rule Elliot lives by: "create before you consume" •    Why most of the time, it's our mindset holding us back, not our ability •    Elliot's challenge for adults Standout Quote "Parents, if you do everything, you're playing for us, and we never learn to win on our own." — Elliott Lea About the Guest Elliott Lea is one of the youngest people in the world to give a TEDx talk. At just 11 years old, Elliott took to the stage at the Victor Harbour TEDx event to share his message about leadership, confidence, and what it really means to level up in real life. He speaks with a clarity and wisdom well beyond his years, and has a passion for helping others discover what they're truly capable of. Links & Resources Watch Elliot's TEDx Talk:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dsXXuAHWZA0 Here's 3 ways we can work together: 1. 1:1 Coaching – Deep, personalised work to shift the beliefs, patterns and pressures that hold you back, so you can lead with clarity and confidence. https://www.moonbeammonday.com.au/one-on-one-coaching 2. Book Rebekah as a speaker – Keynotes and presentations that blend neuroscience, mindset, and real human connection. Designed for leaders, teams and events that want more than the usual "motivation talk." https://www.moonbeammonday.com.au/rebekah-king-speaker 3. Bring Rebekah into your organisation – Interactive workshops and coaching that change the way your people think, communicate and show up… without the awkward role-plays or eye-rolls. https://www.moonbeammonday.com.au/workshops-and-presentations Book a Connection Call to find out how any of these options can support you or your organisation.  https://bit.ly/connect-with-moonbeam Connect with Us https://moonbeammonday.com.au https://www.instagram.com/moonbeammonday/ https://www.facebook.com/moonbeammonday https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebekah-king00/ http://www.youtube.com/@moonbeammondaytrainingcoac4696 Check out these FREE resources https://www.moonbeammonday.com.au/resources Join us every fortnight Tune in every fortnight as we delve into fascinating topics about the mind and the brain, because when you change your mind, you change your life.  Subscribe and leave a review If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe to the show so you never miss an episode and leave a review to help others find and enjoy our content.

    49 min
  5. MAR 17

    Ep 44 | You have good judgement. So why don't you trust it?

    You're good at your job. You make decisions all day long. And yet somewhere in the middle of a meeting - or on the drive home, replaying a conversation that finished hours ago - there's that question running underneath everything... Am I actually getting this right? This episode is about where that question comes from. And why working harder on your confidence hasn't made it go away. In this episode: — Why the problem was never the decision — What's actually running underneath the second-guessing — Why thinking harder confirms the pattern rather than breaking it — Claire's story — and the moment that changed everything for her — The gap that makes a different choice possible Links and resources Here's 3 ways we can work together:  1. 1:1 Coaching – Deep, personalised work to shift the beliefs, patterns and pressures that hold you back, so you can lead with clarity and confidence. https://www.moonbeammonday.com.au/one-on-one-coaching 2. Book Rebekah as a speaker – Sppech or presentation that blends neuroscience, mindset, and real human connection. Designed for leaders, teams and events that want more than the usual "motivation talk." https://www.moonbeammonday.com.au/rebekah-king-speaker 3. Bring Rebekah into your organisation – Interactive workshops and coaching that change the way your people think, communicate and show up… without the awkward role-plays or eye-rolls. https://www.moonbeammonday.com.au/workshops-and-presentations Book a Connection Call to find out how any of these options can support you or your organisation.  https://bit.ly/connect-with-moonbeam Connect with Us https://moonbeammonday.com.au https://www.instagram.com/moonbeammonday/ https://www.facebook.com/moonbeammonday https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebekah-king00/ http://www.youtube.com/@moonbeammondaytrainingcoac4696 Check out these FREE resources https://www.moonbeammonday.com.au/resources Join us every fortnight Tune in every fortnight as we delve into fascinating topics about the mind and the brain, because when you change your mind, you change your life.  Subscribe and leave a review If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe to the show so you never miss an episode and leave a review to help others find and enjoy our content.

    17 min
  6. MAR 3

    Ep 43 | The Most Dangerous Thing You Believe About Yourself

    Most of us have a label for what's going on with us. "I'm a perfectionist." "My anxiety." "I've always been a bit like this." And those descriptions feel accurate.  But at some point — for most of us without even noticing — the thing we were experiencing became the thing we decided we were. And once something becomes who you are, you stop asking whether it has to be true. In this solo episode, Rebekah explores what it actually costs to carry a label you've never examined. Not just the obvious cost, but the one that accumulates over years. The ceiling it puts on who you think you can be, and what you believe is possible for you. This is an honest conversation. And for a lot of women, it's one they've never had. In this episode: — Why identity labels feel permanent, and why that's not the same as being true — What it actually costs to manage something instead of resolving it — Why the women who have "done the work" are often still living inside the same story — How NLP works at the level where these labels actually live — Why change happens faster than most people expect, when you're working at the right level Timestamps 0:00 The labels we carry 2:00 When a description becomes an identity 6:00 What it actually costs 10:00 The woman who had been "anxious" for fifteen years 14:00 Why it feels permanent, and why it doesn't have to be 17:00 Free live masterclass Free live masterclass: You Know Better. So Why Can't You Do Better In The Moment? For high-performing women who know what to do — and still can't seem to do it. Register free: moonbeammonday.com.au/masterclass Links and resources Here's 3 ways we can work together:  1. 1:1 Coaching – Deep, personalised work to shift the beliefs, patterns and pressures that hold you back, so you can lead with clarity and confidence. https://www.moonbeammonday.com.au/one-on-one-coaching 2. Book Rebekah as a speaker – Keynotes and presentations that blend neuroscience, mindset, and real human connection. Designed for leaders, teams and events that want more than the usual "motivation talk." https://www.moonbeammonday.com.au/rebekah-king-speaker 3. Bring Rebekah into your organisation – Interactive workshops and coaching that change the way your people think, communicate and show up… without the awkward role-plays or eye-rolls. https://www.moonbeammonday.com.au/workshops-and-presentations Book a Connection Call to find out how any of these options can support you or your organisation.  https://bit.ly/connect-with-moonbeam Connect with Us https://moonbeammonday.com.au https://www.instagram.com/moonbeammonday/ https://www.facebook.com/moonbeammonday https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebekah-king00/ http://www.youtube.com/@moonbeammondaytrainingcoac4696 Check out these FREE resources https://www.moonbeammonday.com.au/resources Join us every fortnight Tune in every fortnight as we delve into fascinating topics about the mind and the brain, because when you change your mind, you change your life.  Subscribe and leave a review If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe to the show so you never miss an episode and leave a review to help others find and enjoy our content.

    16 min
  7. FEB 17

    Ep 42 - Burnout-Proof Living: Staying Healthy When Life is Full with Hayley Osborne

    Life isn't "busy." It's full. Full of work. Full of kids (or clients, or deadlines, or dogs). Full of laundry, inboxes, expectations… and sometimes, full of noise in your own head. In this episode of The Brain Changers, Rebekah sits down with serial entrepreneur, business strategist and health-brand expert Hayley Osborne to explore what it actually takes to stay well when your life is overflowing. This isn't a "wake up at 4am and meditate for 90 minutes" conversation. It's real life. Messy kitchens. Late-night sauce bottling. Three small boys wrestling in the lounge room. And a woman who has learned how to read the signs in her body before burnout takes hold. In this episode, we explore: [09:45] Why consistency beats intensity every time [17:15] How to stop carrying everything in your head (and free up mental space instantly) [27:30] The power of "one small thing" instead of overhauling your entire life [33:50] Why sleep, water and movement are non-negotiables [38:10] What "enough" looks like in a normal, imperfect day [53:20] Why you can have it all… just not all at the same time [45:55] How to reframe housework, exercise and even discipline in a way that protects your nervous system [46:00] The importance of suppor, and why doing everything alone is not a badge of honour [58:05] How stepping away (including a January social media detox) created clarity about what actually matters right now Hayley shares how she structures her week, why she took a social media detox in January, and how stepping away created clarity about what actually matters right now. If you've ever felt like: ✅ You should be doing more ✅ You're one small step away from snapping ✅ You're juggling too much in your head ✅ Or you secretly wonder how other women seem to "do it all" … this conversation will feel like a deep exhale. Download Hayley's Free Guide Hayley has created a practical resource: "5 Steps to Boost Your Energy, Focus and Momentum (That Work for Me)" It's simple. Actionable. Real. 👉 Download it here: https://www.hayleyosborne.com/ (You'll find it on her homepage.) Links and resources Book a Connection Call with Rebekah Find out how private coaching can help you https://bit.ly/connect-with-moonbeam Book Rebekah for your next conference or event https://www.moonbeammonday.com.au/rebekah-king-speaker Connect with Us https://moonbeammonday.com.au https://www.instagram.com/moonbeammonday/ https://www.facebook.com/moonbeammonday https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebekah-king00/ http://www.youtube.com/@moonbeammondaytrainingcoac4696 Check out these FREE resources https://www.moonbeammonday.com.au/resources Join us every fortnight Tune in every fortnight as we delve into fascinating topics about the mind and the brain, because when you change your mind, you change your life. Subscribe and leave a review If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe to the show so you never miss an episode and leave a review to help others find and enjoy our content.

    1h 8m
  8. FEB 3

    Ep 41 | Why can't I stop overthinking (event when I know I'm doing it)

    Have you ever noticed how you can see yourself overthinking — replaying conversations, analysing decisions, giving yourself more time — and yet nothing actually changes? You know what you're doing… but you still can't seem to stop. In this episode of The Brain Changers™ Podcast, we explore why overthinking doesn't end with awareness alone, how fear disguises itself as logic, and why behaviour — not insight — is what finally interrupts the loop. This is a grounded, honest conversation about the quiet cost of staying in your head, and the moment where thinking stops being helpful and starts delaying the life you want to live. You'll learn: ✅ Why awareness doesn't automatically stop overthinking ✅ How fear often shows up as "being sensible" or "waiting for clarity" ✅ Why overthinking keeps you busy instead of decisive ✅ How small delays quietly cost time, confidence, and momentum ✅ The shift from analysing to choosing, and why that moment matters ✅ What actually changes an overthinking pattern long-term If you started the year with good intentions but already feel yourself drifting, this episode will help you recognise what's really going on, and what to do next. Links and resources Book The New Year Reset https://www.moonbeammonday.com.au/new-year-reset Here's 3 ways we can work together:  1. 1:1 Coaching – Deep, personalised work to shift the beliefs, patterns and pressures that hold you back, so you can lead with clarity and confidence. https://www.moonbeammonday.com.au/one-on-one-coaching 2. Book Rebekah as a speaker – Keynotes and presentations that blend neuroscience, mindset, and real human connection. Designed for leaders, teams and events that want more than the usual "motivation talk." https://www.moonbeammonday.com.au/rebekah-king-speaker 3. Bring Rebekah into your organisation – Interactive workshops and coaching that change the way your people think, communicate and show up… without the awkward role-plays or eye-rolls. https://www.moonbeammonday.com.au/workshops-and-presentations Book a Connection Call to find out how any of these options can support you or your organisation.  https://bit.ly/connect-with-moonbeam Connect with Us https://moonbeammonday.com.au https://www.instagram.com/moonbeammonday/ https://www.facebook.com/moonbeammonday https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebekah-king00/ http://www.youtube.com/@moonbeammondaytrainingcoac4696 Check out these FREE resources https://www.moonbeammonday.com.au/resources Join us every fortnight Tune in every fortnight as we delve into fascinating topics about the mind and the brain, because when you change your mind, you change your life.  Subscribe and leave a review If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe to the show so you never miss an episode and leave a review to help others find and enjoy our content.

    29 min

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The Brain Changers™ is a podcast all about learning how to revolutionise the way you think and live by mastering your mind. We're your hosts, mother and daughter duo, Rebekah and Yvonne King. Our goal is to empower you to live the life you choose by teaching you how to retrain your brain. Some people tell us it sounds like 'mind-control' and you know what? It is! But not in the way you might think. This is about taking control of your own mind - that's right! YOU taking control, rather than letting your mind control you, so you can choose to live a life free from the expectations of others. No matter what you've experienced in the past, you can create positive change and transformation by learning how to master your mind. We know this because we've done it. Between us, we've survived cancer and stroke, and eliminated debilitating anxiety and depression. We've turned our pain into purpose through the power of our mind and we're now here to support and guide you to do the same. In this podcast we share valuable insights about how your brain works, why you think, say, and do the things you do, how to begin the process of change, and why it's necessary. Because we know that when you change your mind, you change your life.