THRIVING MINDS PODCAST Professor Selena Bartlett, Neuroscientist, Brain Health is Everyone's Business

In today's digital age, many of us find ourselves both "tired and wired," constantly stimulated yet perpetually exhausted. In this enlightening episode, we sit down with Jean Yates from Cybernetic Shield to explore the pressing issue of mental health in our digitally driven world. As our lives become increasingly intertwined with technology, many of us find ourselves both "tired and wired"—constantly connected yet feeling perpetually exhausted.Jean Yates shares actionable steps and insightful...

Join us for an insightful episode as we chat with Dany Elachi, a Sydney father of five and the co-founder of Heads Up Alliance. Dany and his wife started this grassroots movement in 2020 to encourage parents to delay giving their kids social media and smartphones. They believe that families in local school communities can create a healthier environment for their children by working together.We delve into the critical topic of raising the minimum social media age to 16 years with Dany Elachi, ...

Did you realise that almost zero places online are safe for children? The dark web has exploited our addiction to phones and digital lives, leaving no one paying attention to our children, who have become easy targets.In this deeply moving podcast episode, we hear from Wayne Holdsworth, a father who tragically lost his 17-year-old son Mac was a victim to on-line sextortion in October 2023 after becoming a victim of sextortion. Wayne shares his profound regret and pain, wishing he had known th...

Today we dive deep into important conversations about mental health, well-being, and community support. We're discussing an incredibly important topic that, unfortunately, affects many lives—today, we are talking about suicide and the reasons leading a young boy to the moment and the steps we, as parents and a society, can take to prevent it from happening."Suicide is a challenging and sensitive subject, but it's one we must talk about openly and compassionately. Understanding the signs, offe...

We dive into Sue Meintjes' ebook, featuring powerful strategies from leading international parenting experts to help get your kids to listen and cooperate without yelling or shouting. Get the free ebook here:https://www.expertparentingadvice.com/ Each chapter includes a 10-minute interview with a parenting expert who shares their best secret and shows you how to use it with your children. Discover insights like:Teaching emotional management and problem-solving (Dr. Rosina McAlpine)U...

We explore the fascinating landscape of mental health, personal growth, and the intricate workings of the human mind. We are thrilled to introduce our listeners to my groundbreaking new book that promises to redefine the way we approach parenting in 2024. "BEING SEEN -Master Parenting in the Digital Age where we delve into the heart of this transformative work."BEING SEEN" addresses the unique challenges faced by parents and children in today's rapidly changing world. Are you strug...