Damien Linnane’s memoir, Raw, chronicles a childhood marred by physical, sexual and emotional abuse, and his subsequent ineffective search for identity in gangs, the military, and dysfunctional relationships. The ongoing impacts of childhood trauma reached a climax when Damien firebombed the home of a man accused of rape. He subsequently became an artist and writer in prison. Warning: This episode contains recollections of childhood abuse and other sensitive topics. See omnystudio.com/listener f...
May 15, 2024•40 min•Season 2Ep. 19
Sean shares his experience with a recent injury and how it impacted his life. Sean shares his recovery journey and tips for our listeners in this not to miss episode. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Apr 01, 2024•18 min•Season 2Ep. 18
Speaking of trauma is an essential element of healing for all that life throws at us as human beings, no matter how long-ago that trauma was experienced. So why can’t we talk about the most significant trauma that has occurred in this lifetime - the response to covid? The lockdowns, the mandates, the coercion, the broken lives, and relationships. The psychological and physical injuries. We speak on this episode to share our experience and offer pathways to healing and forgiveness. See omnystudio...
Mar 07, 2024•1 hr 5 min•Season 2Ep. 17
Nereda Wills, business owner of “Natural Neddy” is a naturopath with a Bachelor of Health Science and studying for her Masters in Counselling and Psychotherapy. Nereda uses powerful natural medicine to treat illness, overwhelm and stress. Nereda practices with a 'whole of body’ philosophy and talks about the importance of emotional wellbeing and its connection to physical health in this incredible episode. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Aug 25, 2023•43 min•Season 2Ep. 16
What song reminds you of your first heartbreak ? Do you listen to song lyrics or just the beat? How do musicians make a song? Emma White is a singer/songwriter and psychologist from the band “June Low” and shares the secrets of music in this incredible episode. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jun 29, 2023•46 min•Season 2Ep. 15
Sean and Melanie share their life changing experiments to improve mental health and wellbeing. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 28, 2023•18 min•Season 2Ep. 14
A Master of Counselling and Master of Tarot, Lana merges the mind and the spirit in her counselling practice, helping clients with anxiety and depression. Combining her human science qualifications with the esoteric guidance of the Tarot, Lana’s message is clear - you have the power to choose your own destiny ! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 16, 2023•57 min•Season 2Ep. 13
Anna could see no escape from the terror she experienced at the hands of those she should have been most able to trust. She grabbed hold of opportunities to make changes and heal. Courage and perseverance and determination allowed the girl to pursue a life she’d never dared to imagine for herself while ensuring those responsible for her torment didn’t win. Anna went on to write her memoir “Blossom in the Dust.” which you can find at major online book stores. Content Warning: This episode contain...
Feb 21, 2023•54 min•Season 2Ep. 12
It’s been a big year for the Balanced Brain Podcast with a 537% increase in streams that got us trending in the USA podcast charts for the first time. It was a big year for everyone globally as humanity searched Google for how to change, find their passion, be a better friend, be fearless and evolve. Sean and Melanie chat about their own highs and lows of 2022 in this raw and honest episode about making a comeback in 2023. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Dec 15, 2022•41 min•Season 2Ep. 11
The kids at Agnes Water Primary are leading the way to a positive mindset through meditation, mindfulness, gratitude, and emotional self-care. Acts of Kindness are a daily practice. The school has been transformed through the “Smiling Mind” program led by passionate and dedicated Head of Curriculum, Leigh Tankey. Leigh walks the talk with her own practice – as do the teachers at this school and the impact on the kids, their parents and the wider community has been profound. See omnystudio.com/li...
Nov 10, 2022•39 min•Season 2Ep. 10
Sean and Melanie share their life changing experiments to improve mental health and wellbeing. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Oct 20, 2022•13 min•Season 2Ep. 9
Sean and Melanie talk about trust, vulnerability, breakups, expectations, rituals, gender differences, google trends, long term friends, how to make new friends and much more in this special episode on friendships. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Oct 07, 2022•34 min•Season 2Ep. 8
Harvey never wanted to be a Dad. A surprise arrived and he found himself having sole care of his tiny baby. He lost his job, his big house and his mind. He raised Dom in a bed sitter, setting the alarm at night to bottle feed him. He is deeply sad that he could not enjoy the baby years. He made up for it when he took extreme action to get Dom to a Lego show. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sep 02, 2022•46 min•Season 2Ep. 7
Sean was in his darkest hour when his first child was born. He was 40, depressed and jobless. His identity shattered. He became a stay at home Dad and it bought him back to life. Rosanna was his guardian angel. A shock surprise saw Dom become a Dad at just 20. Catapulted into adulthood, he made mistakes, but he had a great Dad and Pop to guide him through. Dom’s kids are ages 29 to 10. ohhh..and he has 3 grand kids! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Sep 02, 2022•54 min•Season 2Ep. 6
Sean and Melanie share their life changing experiments to improve mental health and wellbeing. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jun 22, 2022•12 min•Season 2Ep. 5
“Confronting” is the word Heather uses to describe being a midwife during the pandemic. Dressed in full PPE, goggles and N95 mask to deliver a woman’s baby. Fatigue, loneliness, and ever-changing rules have challenged Heather at every turn. But through this journey there has been joy, incredible teamwork, and a deep commitment to give women the best birth experience she can. Heather can’t imagine doing anything else. This is a rare tale from a frontline worker of a busy hospital during the pande...
May 06, 2022•35 min•Season 2Ep. 4
In this episode we talk about: *Ongoing workplace mandates that are creating uncertainty. * The changing narrative of mandates. * How everyone is experiencing these times differently. *The mental health crisis accelerated by covid with 4 out of 5 kids experiencing mental health issues in the last 2 years. *What control do we have over our lives now? *The emotional rollercoaster of “What’s next?” *Looking for new opportunities and possibilities during chaos. *Re-evaluating your life. *Major chang...
Mar 30, 2022•50 min•Season 2Ep. 3
Sean and Melanie share their life changing experiments to improve mental health and wellbeing. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Feb 14, 2022•10 min•Season 2Ep. 1
International Speedway star Adam Shields shares his story on overcoming serious injuries to become a successful personal trainer. His philosophy is to take control of your fitness by getting strong and moving well to create lifelong change. Adam shares his hot tips for shedding Christmas kilo’s, making fitness a joy and letting go of guilt by creating a positive mindset. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Jan 26, 2022•55 min•Season 2Ep. 2
We discuss surprising Google trends of 2021, the elephant in the room around the Christmas table, healing tools, sea shanties and all things mental health. How do we reconnect in a divided society? Tune in for Sean and Melanie’s recap of 2021 and tips on creating a new reality in 2022. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dec 19, 2021•52 min•Season 1Ep. 13
Courtney had no direction after uni, so she flew to Hawaii and spent 6 months partying, riding a skateboard in a bikini and surf instructing. Then a book changed her life forever. Courtney met the love of her life through law of attraction, became a fitness coach and started a business on building strength and embracing great nutrition. Courtney has a special interest in the menstrual cycle, empowering women to take ownership of their bodies and teaching about the impact of the contraceptive pil...
Nov 24, 2021•37 min•Season 1Ep. 12
Booze was taking over Clint’s life. Depression was a constant companion. One night he ended up in a prison cell after a bar fight with a mate. That was the wakeup call for change. Now 21 weeks sober and cigarette free, Clint began to rebuild every aspect of his life. A lifelong surfer, euphoria was rediscovered in the perfect barrel, the waves offering spiritual therapy. Clint overhauled his diet, his friendships, updated business plans, started running and found solace in nature. Clint’s journe...
Nov 03, 2021•42 min•Season 1Ep. 11
Ben has terminal brain cancer. Ben compliments conventional treatment with exercise, meditation, yoga, cannabis medicine and oxygen hyperbaric chambers. Using music and frequency healing as a vehicle to express difficult emotions, Ben and partner Sabrina collaborated as BAST N MOVE and recently released tracks ‘Dancing on the Sun’ and ‘Violet’. Ben shares how he navigates this journey through spirituality embracing the frequencies of joy, love and gratitude and his philosophy that we are all inf...
Sep 29, 2021•1 hr 12 min•Season 1Ep. 10
Melanie and Sean talk about their journey with meditation and mindfulness. #meditationmadeeasy #meditationtechniques #easedepression #reducefear #breathewell #russellbrand #wimhof See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sep 05, 2021•26 min•Season 1Ep. 9
Kasey’s partner took their little boy from Brisbane to Brazil to meet his grandparents for the first time. Then COVID hit. Devastated but determined, Kasey survived 8 months of bureaucracy, negativity and despair to be reunited with them in Brazil. Kasey moved in with her in laws, transformed her business and became fluent in Portuguese. All during a pandemic. This is her story of thriving through grief and uncertainty. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Aug 21, 2021•27 min•Season 1Ep. 8
Sean and Melanie share their life changing experiments to improve mental health and wellbeing. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jul 14, 2021•9 min•Season 1Ep. 7
Melanie thought her life was coming together when she was 27. Instead she woke up in hospital with a shaved head, no skull and no idea where she was. Melanie couldn’t walk or talk. This is her journey of shame, trauma healing and self-love after surviving a severe traumatic brain injury. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jun 10, 2021•39 min•Season 1Ep. 2
Sean took his camping gear out one night thinking it would be his last day on earth. The birth of his daughter brought him back from the brink. Need Help? Sean and I talk about the gritty stuff. If you are listening to our podcast and need a helping hand, please call Beyond Blue 1300 22 4636 Media : mel@thebalancedbrain.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Jun 10, 2021•56 min•Season 1Ep. 3
Shirrelle was part of the first flight crew to land in Wuhan at the start of COVID. Stood down not long after, she returned to teaching only for the students to bust her working at Costco. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jun 10, 2021•27 min•Season 1Ep. 4
Sean and Melanie share their life changing experiments to improve mental health and wellbeing. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jun 10, 2021•6 min•Season 1Ep. 5
