web01.fireside.fm Sun, 05 Apr 2026 14:12:05 -0500 Fireside (https://fireside.fm) Do Life Better Podcast - Episodes Tagged with “Money” https://dolifebetter.fireside.fm/tags/money Mon, 01 Oct 2018 05:00:00 +1000 My name is Dave Jorna, and my mission is to help people live their lives a little better each and every day. I enjoy chatting with people about the latest and best tips, strategies, and habits that help you be happier, healthier, and more purposeful, and I’m sharing these with you on my podcast. Please rate and review the podcast if you enjoy it. Let’s do life better each day. en-us episodic The habits, tips and strategies you need to live your life a little better each and every day. Dave Jorna My name is Dave Jorna, and my mission is to help people live their lives a little better each and every day. I enjoy chatting with people about the latest and best tips, strategies, and habits that help you be happier, healthier, and more purposeful, and I’m sharing these with you on my podcast. Please rate and review the podcast if you enjoy it. Let’s do life better each day. no Commando Steve, Steve Willis, a good life, a better life, student formation, teacher formation, Eddie woo, wootube, student leadership, Mat Rogers, Laura Geitz, achievement, appreciation, athlete, attitude, blessing, boss, brain, brain health, business, celebrity, challenge, change, children, dave jorna, determination, do life better, education, emotional intelligence, entrepreneurship, exercise, expert, family, fear, fitness, grateful, gratitude, greatness, grit, happiness, happy, health, healthy eating, home, hope, interview, kids, lead, leader, leadership, life, life hacks, living, meditation, meeting, meetings, mental health, mindfulness, mindset, mood, movement, nutrition, persistence, personal trainer, podcast, positive, positive attitude, positivity, productivity, purpose, resilience, running, school, science, self care, sleep, social, students, success, successful, technology, values, volunteering, wellbeing, worth, breath work, calmness, stress, anxiety, stress release, overcoming anxiety, signature strengths, livin, overthinking, struggle days, mental health days, you are enough, self worth, meaningful life, worthwhile life, purposeful life Dave Jorna hello@projecthatch.com.au Sharing The Dream, Audacious Action and Washing Machines with Nic Marchesi https://dolifebetter.fireside.fm/55 0f9cd1dd-e53f-41f2-8761-628972f19887 Mon, 01 Oct 2018 05:00:00 +1000 Dave Jorna full Dave Jorna Have you ever had a dream of starting a new business, or service, or something you can offer to make a difference to those around you, but you haven’t take action because of self doubt, or because you don’t know where to begin, or other limiting thoughts? Nic Marchesi and his mate Lucas Patchett, age the of just 20, turned a simple idea, a van, a couple of washing machines and dryers into the ever growing organisation that Orange Sky is today. Orange Sky now offers 26 services across the country, which includes the addition of shower services and remote vehicles. Each week, these vans generate 8.53 tonnes of laundry and provide 95 showers to people in need. Most importantly though, Orange Sky volunteers have engaged in 124,052 hours of conversations to date, helping to challenge the perception of homelessness and positively connect communities all around Australia. During this chat, Nic dives into the power of sharing your dream and purpose, the importance of having the audacity to take action, how to deal with self doubt, and much much more. 53:37 no Have you ever had a dream of starting a new business, or service, or something you can offer to make a difference to those around you, but you haven’t take action because of self doubt, or because you don’t know where to begin, or other limiting thoughts? Nic Marchesi and his mate Lucas Patchett, age the of just 20, turned a simple idea, a van, a couple of washing machines and dryers into the ever growing organisation that Orange Sky is today. Orange Sky now offers 26 services across the country, which includes the addition of shower services and remote vehicles. Each week, these vans generate 8.53 tonnes of laundry and provide 95 showers to people in need. Most importantly though, Orange Sky volunteers have engaged in 124,052 hours of conversations to date, helping to challenge the perception of homelessness and positively connect communities all around Australia. For their work in the community, Nic and Lucas are recipients of a young Australian of the year award. During this chat, Nic dives into the power of sharing your dream and purpose, the importance of having the audacity to take action, how to deal with self doubt, and much much more. By the way, for some reason, the sound quality isn’t that great with this episode, but we did our best to make it better so that you can still hear the incredible value that Nic has to share. Nic dives into: Where Nick caught the want and drive to make a difference. The importance of sharing your dream and your purpose What gave Nick and Lucas the audacity to take action. How being open to change was key in helping Orange Sky become what it is today The importance of a strong mission and vision How Nick deals with self doubt Nick’s advice for someone who has a dream about making a difference The difference made by receiving the young Australian of the year award Spreading vision and creating strong branding through conversation How to stay present in the ups and downs of business and daily life Nic's challenge for the week: curiosity. Challenge yourself to learn something new or become more informed on something You can contact Nic and Orange Sky at https://orangesky.org.au and on instagram @orangeskyau. You can follow me on Instagram at @davejorna and @dolifebetterpodcast. To contact us about retreats, leadership training and workshops visit www.projecthatch.com.au or email us at hello@projecthatch.com.au. Remember to subscribe to, rate and review the podcast to help spread the do life better message. Now, go out and create a great day. money, finances, achievement, appreciation, athlete, attitude, blessing, boss, brain, brain health, business, celebrity, challenge, change, children, dave jorna, determination, do life better, education, emotional intelligence, entrepreneurship, exercise, expert, family, fear, fitness, grateful, gratitude, greatness, grit, happiness, happy, health, healthy eating, home, hope, interview, kids, lead, leader, leadership, life, life hacks, living, meditation, meeting, meetings, mental health, mindfulness, mindset, mood, movement, nutrition, persistence, personal trainer, podcast, positive, positive attitude, positivity, productivity, purpose, resilience, running, school, science, self care, sleep, social, students, success, successful, technology, values, volunteering, wellbeing, worth, confidence, orange sky Have you ever had a dream of starting a new business, or service, or something you can offer to make a difference to those around you, but you haven’t take action because of self doubt, or because you don’t know where to begin, or other limiting thoughts?

Nic Marchesi and his mate Lucas Patchett, age the of just 20, turned a simple idea, a van, a couple of washing machines and dryers into the ever growing organisation that Orange Sky is today.

Orange Sky now offers 26 services across the country, which includes the addition of shower services and remote vehicles. Each week, these vans generate 8.53 tonnes of laundry and provide 95 showers to people in need. Most importantly though, Orange Sky volunteers have engaged in 124,052 hours of conversations to date, helping to challenge the perception of homelessness and positively connect communities all around Australia.

For their work in the community, Nic and Lucas are recipients of a young Australian of the year award.

During this chat, Nic dives into the power of sharing your dream and purpose, the importance of having the audacity to take action, how to deal with self doubt, and much much more.

By the way, for some reason, the sound quality isn’t that great with this episode, but we did our best to make it better so that you can still hear the incredible value that Nic has to share.

Nic dives into:

  • Where Nick caught the want and drive to make a difference.
  • The importance of sharing your dream and your purpose
  • What gave Nick and Lucas the audacity to take action.
  • How being open to change was key in helping Orange Sky become what it is today
  • The importance of a strong mission and vision
  • How Nick deals with self doubt
  • Nick’s advice for someone who has a dream about making a difference
  • The difference made by receiving the young Australian of the year award
  • Spreading vision and creating strong branding through conversation
  • How to stay present in the ups and downs of business and daily life

Nic's challenge for the week: curiosity. Challenge yourself to learn something new or become more informed on something

You can contact Nic and Orange Sky at https://orangesky.org.au and on instagram @orangeskyau.

You can follow me on Instagram at @davejorna and @dolifebetterpodcast. To contact us about retreats, leadership training and workshops visit www.projecthatch.com.au or email us at hello@projecthatch.com.au.

Remember to subscribe to, rate and review the podcast to help spread the do life better message.

Now, go out and create a great day.

]]> Have you ever had a dream of starting a new business, or service, or something you can offer to make a difference to those around you, but you haven’t take action because of self doubt, or because you don’t know where to begin, or other limiting thoughts?

Nic Marchesi and his mate Lucas Patchett, age the of just 20, turned a simple idea, a van, a couple of washing machines and dryers into the ever growing organisation that Orange Sky is today.

Orange Sky now offers 26 services across the country, which includes the addition of shower services and remote vehicles. Each week, these vans generate 8.53 tonnes of laundry and provide 95 showers to people in need. Most importantly though, Orange Sky volunteers have engaged in 124,052 hours of conversations to date, helping to challenge the perception of homelessness and positively connect communities all around Australia.

For their work in the community, Nic and Lucas are recipients of a young Australian of the year award.

During this chat, Nic dives into the power of sharing your dream and purpose, the importance of having the audacity to take action, how to deal with self doubt, and much much more.

By the way, for some reason, the sound quality isn’t that great with this episode, but we did our best to make it better so that you can still hear the incredible value that Nic has to share.

Nic dives into:

  • Where Nick caught the want and drive to make a difference.
  • The importance of sharing your dream and your purpose
  • What gave Nick and Lucas the audacity to take action.
  • How being open to change was key in helping Orange Sky become what it is today
  • The importance of a strong mission and vision
  • How Nick deals with self doubt
  • Nick’s advice for someone who has a dream about making a difference
  • The difference made by receiving the young Australian of the year award
  • Spreading vision and creating strong branding through conversation
  • How to stay present in the ups and downs of business and daily life

Nic's challenge for the week: curiosity. Challenge yourself to learn something new or become more informed on something

You can contact Nic and Orange Sky at https://orangesky.org.au and on instagram @orangeskyau.

You can follow me on Instagram at @davejorna and @dolifebetterpodcast. To contact us about retreats, leadership training and workshops visit www.projecthatch.com.au or email us at hello@projecthatch.com.au.

Remember to subscribe to, rate and review the podcast to help spread the do life better message.

Now, go out and create a great day.

]]> My Habit For Creating Instant Confidence - Solo Round https://dolifebetter.fireside.fm/54 5079f2ef-8517-41f8-a9fe-efbdcf28bdba Mon, 24 Sep 2018 05:00:00 +1000 Dave Jorna full Dave Jorna Do you ever find yourself needing a quick, reliable and effective boost in confidence? What if you could gain this extra self belief, positivity and sense of inner power whenever you need it in just a few seconds? For a few years now, I’ve been relying on one habit to quickly take me from a state of negativity, nervousness and self-doubt to a place of calm, inner strength, positivity and confidence. Of course, this one habit is even more effective when used with the other habits I spoke about in in episode 47, “Habits And Routines For Bringing Your Best To Any Challenge”. However, it is also incredibly helpful even by itself. This habit is based on coupling the emotions you experienced in your most positive life moments with a simple, quick and subtle action that you can do any where and at any time. 12:58 no Do you ever find yourself needing a quick, reliable and effective boost in confidence? What if you could gain this extra self belief, positivity and sense of inner power whenever you need it in just a few seconds? For a few years now, I’ve been relying on one habit to quickly take me from a state of negativity, nervousness and self-doubt to a place of calm, inner strength, positivity and confidence. Of course, this one habit is even more effective when used with the other habits I spoke about in in episode 47, “Habits And Routines For Bringing Your Best To Any Challenge”. However, it is also incredibly helpful even by itself. This habit is based on coupling the emotions you experienced in your most positive life moments with a simple, quick and subtle action that you can do any where and at any time. Give it a go, let’s see if it works for you too. You can follow me on Instagram at @davejorna and @dolifebetterpodcast. To contact us about retreats, leadership training and workshops visit www.projecthatch.com.au or email us at hello@projecthatch.com.au. Remember to subscribe to, rate and review the podcast to help spread the do life better message. Now, go out and create a great day. money, finances, achievement, appreciation, athlete, attitude, blessing, boss, brain, brain health, business, celebrity, challenge, change, children, dave jorna, determination, do life better, education, emotional intelligence, entrepreneurship, exercise, expert, family, fear, fitness, grateful, gratitude, greatness, grit, happiness, happy, health, healthy eating, home, hope, interview, kids, lead, leader, leadership, life, life hacks, living, meditation, meeting, meetings, mental health, mindfulness, mindset, mood, movement, nutrition, persistence, personal trainer, podcast, positive, positive attitude, positivity, productivity, purpose, resilience, running, school, science, self care, sleep, social, students, success, successful, technology, values, volunteering, wellbeing, worth, confidence, Do you ever find yourself needing a quick, reliable and effective boost in confidence? What if you could gain this extra self belief, positivity and sense of inner power whenever you need it in just a few seconds?

For a few years now, I’ve been relying on one habit to quickly take me from a state of negativity, nervousness and self-doubt to a place of calm, inner strength, positivity and confidence. Of course, this one habit is even more effective when used with the other habits I spoke about in in episode 47, “Habits And Routines For Bringing Your Best To Any Challenge”. However, it is also incredibly helpful even by itself.

This habit is based on coupling the emotions you experienced in your most positive life moments with a simple, quick and subtle action that you can do any where and at any time.

Give it a go, let’s see if it works for you too.

You can follow me on Instagram at @davejorna and @dolifebetterpodcast. To contact us about retreats, leadership training and workshops visit www.projecthatch.com.au or email us at hello@projecthatch.com.au.

Remember to subscribe to, rate and review the podcast to help spread the do life better message.

Now, go out and create a great day.

]]> Do you ever find yourself needing a quick, reliable and effective boost in confidence? What if you could gain this extra self belief, positivity and sense of inner power whenever you need it in just a few seconds?

For a few years now, I’ve been relying on one habit to quickly take me from a state of negativity, nervousness and self-doubt to a place of calm, inner strength, positivity and confidence. Of course, this one habit is even more effective when used with the other habits I spoke about in in episode 47, “Habits And Routines For Bringing Your Best To Any Challenge”. However, it is also incredibly helpful even by itself.

This habit is based on coupling the emotions you experienced in your most positive life moments with a simple, quick and subtle action that you can do any where and at any time.

Give it a go, let’s see if it works for you too.

You can follow me on Instagram at @davejorna and @dolifebetterpodcast. To contact us about retreats, leadership training and workshops visit www.projecthatch.com.au or email us at hello@projecthatch.com.au.

Remember to subscribe to, rate and review the podcast to help spread the do life better message.

Now, go out and create a great day.

]]> R U OK? How You Can Change A Life By Asking This Question with Anastasia Symons https://dolifebetter.fireside.fm/53 3fabbaea-7a42-4128-bc64-73b9ca3a43e2 Mon, 17 Sep 2018 05:00:00 +1000 Dave Jorna full Dave Jorna Imagine a world where everyone is connected and are protected from suicide. This is what R U OK? are working to create. Last week I spoke with Anastasia from the R U OK? team. R U OK? is an Aussie suicide prevention charity inspiring people to meaningfully connect and support those struggling with life. As Anastasia shares, simply asking someone, “Are you OK?” and then starting the conversation could change someone’s life. She shares the steps you can take to show someone you care, that they are not alone and that help is available. We also talk about how to notice if someone needs you to reach out to them, and even what to do when you ask someone if they are OK and they don’t want to talk about it. This is a very important episode and provides you with the strategies you need to be there for your loved ones, friends and even strangers when they need you the most. 47:17 no Imagine a world where everyone is connected and are protected from suicide. This is what R U OK? are working to create. Last week I spoke with Anastasia from the R U OK? team. As it was the day before their 10th annual R U OK? day, she was very generous with her time. R U OK? is an Aussie suicide prevention charity inspiring people to meaningfully connect and support those struggling with life. As Anastasia shares, simply asking someone, “Are you OK?” and then starting the conversation could change someone’s life. She shares the steps you can take to show someone you care, that they are not alone and that help is available. We also talk about how to notice if someone needs you to reach out to them, and even what to do when you ask someone if they are OK and they don’t want to talk about it. This is a very important episode and provides you with the strategies you need to be there for your loved ones, friends and even strangers when they need you the most. Due to the nature of this podcast, if you are effected in any way, please call lifeline’s national 24/7 counselling service on 13 11 14. And, for our listeners outside of Australia please contact your local crisis centre or your family doctor. During our chat, Anastasia shared about: * How to switch off after a stressful day * Anastasia’s drive and passion for working with R U OK? * The difference R U OK? is making in the community * The importance of compassion and understanding when talking about suicide and mental health * Resources to help you talk about suicide and mental health * Mindframe media guidelines for school, media, theatre, anyone talk about suicide in the community - http://www.mindframe-media.info *Sane Australia stigma watch - https://www.sane.org/changing-attitudes * Two of factors that can put people at risk of suicide are a lack of belonging and being a burden on others. * R U OK? is an early intervention organisation to help build stronger connections with people so they feel a greater sense of belonging and knowing that they are not alone * Some indicators that someone might be struggling with life include: * changes in behaviour * their mood and attitude is more negative * they are more tired than usual and their sleep habits have changed * the way they describe their day is different * The 4 steps R U OK? recommend you use when you notice someone is struggling with life * Ask “are you ok?” in the right time and place where it is quiet and comfortable, and comment on some of the changes you have noticed * Listen: give them the space to share their story with open ended questions. Silence is ok in the conversations and it can serve as a prompt for them to open up more. Reflect back what you hear them say. * Encourage action. What are some of the steps they can take to start positive action. For example, see their doctor, and offer to take that step with them. * Check in. Don’t let the conversation be a one-off, instead taking time to follow up and continue the connection. * What to do if you ask someone “are you ok” and they don’t want to open up: * sometimes it can be the 6th or 7th time you ask when they open up * who else is in their support network who they might feel more comfortable talking to * emphasis the changes you have noticed in them. Eg, “I know you don’t want to talk about it and that you say you are ok, but I have noticed these things and if you ever want to chat I’m here for you.” * make an extra effort to connect with them and see if there is a better chance to ask them again * see if you can create a more positive way to talk about the benefits of help seeking and opening up to others, such as sharing your own story or that of someone you know. The importance of educating yourself so that you are able to be there for others even more and take care of yourself even better For more information on mental health check out: * R U OK? - https://www.ruok.org.au * Sane Australia - https://www.sane.org/changing-attitudes * Kids helpline - www.kidshelpline.com.au * Your town - https://www.yourtown.com.au * Headspace - https://headspace.org.au If you are struggling yourself, we strongly encourage you to reach out for support. to your best mate, someone you work with, or someone that you trust and to start your help seeking journey. If you are not sure where to begin, going to your doctor is a great place to start, and being open and honest with them about why you booked the appointment is really important. If you need an immediate listening ear connect with lifeline on 13 11 14. They are free, confidential, nation wide and open 24/7 (in Australia). They are online as well at https://www.lifeline.org.au. If you are outside Australia, contact you local crisis centre. The importance of connecting with your friends and loved ones so you can really work on and build your relationships. Anastasia’s definition of doing life better Anastasia’s challenge for the week: “Let’s chat”. Connect with someone, lock in the time to connect and have a chat. You can connect with R U OK? at www.ruok.org.au and @ruokday on instagram You can follow me on Instagram at @davejorna and @dolifebetterpodcast. To contact us about retreats, leadership training and workshops visit www.projecthatch.com.au or email us at hello@projecthatch.com.au. Remember to subscribe to, rate and review the podcast to help spread the do life better message. Now, go out and create a great day. money, finances, achievement, appreciation, athlete, attitude, blessing, boss, brain, brain health, business, celebrity, challenge, change, children, dave jorna, determination, do life better, education, emotional intelligence, entrepreneurship, exercise, expert, family, fear, fitness, grateful, gratitude, greatness, grit, happiness, happy, health, healthy eating, home, hope, interview, kids, lead, leader, leadership, life, life hacks, living, meditation, meeting, meetings, mental health, mindfulness, mindset, mood, movement, nutrition, persistence, personal trainer, podcast, positive, positive attitude, positivity, productivity, purpose, resilience, running, school, science, self care, sleep, social, students, success, successful, technology, values, volunteering, wellbeing, worth, suicide, ruok, ruokday, r u ok, prevention, lifeline, intervention Imagine a world where everyone is connected and are protected from suicide. This is what R U OK? are working to create.

Last week I spoke with Anastasia from the R U OK? team. As it was the day before their 10th annual R U OK? day, she was very generous with her time. R U OK? is an Aussie suicide prevention charity inspiring people to meaningfully connect and support those struggling with life.

As Anastasia shares, simply asking someone, “Are you OK?” and then starting the conversation could change someone’s life. She shares the steps you can take to show someone you care, that they are not alone and that help is available.

We also talk about how to notice if someone needs you to reach out to them, and even what to do when you ask someone if they are OK and they don’t want to talk about it.

This is a very important episode and provides you with the strategies you need to be there for your loved ones, friends and even strangers when they need you the most.

Due to the nature of this podcast, if you are effected in any way, please call lifeline’s national 24/7 counselling service on 13 11 14. And, for our listeners outside of Australia please contact your local crisis centre or your family doctor.

During our chat, Anastasia shared about:

  • How to switch off after a stressful day
  • Anastasia’s drive and passion for working with R U OK?
  • The difference R U OK? is making in the community
  • The importance of compassion and understanding when talking about suicide and mental health
  • Resources to help you talk about suicide and mental health * Mindframe media guidelines for school, media, theatre, anyone talk about suicide in the community - http://www.mindframe-media.info *Sane Australia stigma watch - https://www.sane.org/changing-attitudes
  • Two of factors that can put people at risk of suicide are a lack of belonging and being a burden on others.
  • R U OK? is an early intervention organisation to help build stronger connections with people so they feel a greater sense of belonging and knowing that they are not alone
  • Some indicators that someone might be struggling with life include: * changes in behaviour * their mood and attitude is more negative * they are more tired than usual and their sleep habits have changed * the way they describe their day is different
  • The 4 steps R U OK? recommend you use when you notice someone is struggling with life * Ask “are you ok?” in the right time and place where it is quiet and comfortable, and comment on some of the changes you have noticed * Listen: give them the space to share their story with open ended questions. Silence is ok in the conversations and it can serve as a prompt for them to open up more. Reflect back what you hear them say. * Encourage action. What are some of the steps they can take to start positive action. For example, see their doctor, and offer to take that step with them. * Check in. Don’t let the conversation be a one-off, instead taking time to follow up and continue the connection.

  • What to do if you ask someone “are you ok” and they don’t want to open up:
    * sometimes it can be the 6th or 7th time you ask when they open up
    * who else is in their support network who they might feel more comfortable talking to
    * emphasis the changes you have noticed in them. Eg, “I know you don’t want to talk about it and that you say you are ok, but I have noticed these things and if you ever want to chat I’m here for you.”
    * make an extra effort to connect with them and see if there is a better chance to ask them again
    * see if you can create a more positive way to talk about the benefits of help seeking and opening up to others, such as sharing your own story or that of someone you know.

  • The importance of educating yourself so that you are able to be there for others even more and take care of yourself even better

  • For more information on mental health check out:
    * R U OK? - https://www.ruok.org.au
    * Sane Australia - https://www.sane.org/changing-attitudes
    * Kids helpline - www.kidshelpline.com.au
    * Your town - https://www.yourtown.com.au
    * Headspace - https://headspace.org.au

  • If you are struggling yourself, we strongly encourage you to reach out for support. to your best mate, someone you work with, or someone that you trust and to start your help seeking journey. If you are not sure where to begin, going to your doctor is a great place to start, and being open and honest with them about why you booked the appointment is really important.

  • If you need an immediate listening ear connect with lifeline on 13 11 14. They are free, confidential, nation wide and open 24/7 (in Australia). They are online as well at https://www.lifeline.org.au.

  • If you are outside Australia, contact you local crisis centre.

  • The importance of connecting with your friends and loved ones so you can really work on and build your relationships.

  • Anastasia’s definition of doing life better

  • Anastasia’s challenge for the week: “Let’s chat”. Connect with someone, lock in the time to connect and have a chat.

You can connect with R U OK? at www.ruok.org.au and @ruokday on instagram

You can follow me on Instagram at @davejorna and @dolifebetterpodcast. To contact us about retreats, leadership training and workshops visit www.projecthatch.com.au or email us at hello@projecthatch.com.au.

Remember to subscribe to, rate and review the podcast to help spread the do life better message.

Now, go out and create a great day.

]]> Imagine a world where everyone is connected and are protected from suicide. This is what R U OK? are working to create.

Last week I spoke with Anastasia from the R U OK? team. As it was the day before their 10th annual R U OK? day, she was very generous with her time. R U OK? is an Aussie suicide prevention charity inspiring people to meaningfully connect and support those struggling with life.

As Anastasia shares, simply asking someone, “Are you OK?” and then starting the conversation could change someone’s life. She shares the steps you can take to show someone you care, that they are not alone and that help is available.

We also talk about how to notice if someone needs you to reach out to them, and even what to do when you ask someone if they are OK and they don’t want to talk about it.

This is a very important episode and provides you with the strategies you need to be there for your loved ones, friends and even strangers when they need you the most.

Due to the nature of this podcast, if you are effected in any way, please call lifeline’s national 24/7 counselling service on 13 11 14. And, for our listeners outside of Australia please contact your local crisis centre or your family doctor.

During our chat, Anastasia shared about:

  • How to switch off after a stressful day
  • Anastasia’s drive and passion for working with R U OK?
  • The difference R U OK? is making in the community
  • The importance of compassion and understanding when talking about suicide and mental health
  • Resources to help you talk about suicide and mental health * Mindframe media guidelines for school, media, theatre, anyone talk about suicide in the community - http://www.mindframe-media.info *Sane Australia stigma watch - https://www.sane.org/changing-attitudes
  • Two of factors that can put people at risk of suicide are a lack of belonging and being a burden on others.
  • R U OK? is an early intervention organisation to help build stronger connections with people so they feel a greater sense of belonging and knowing that they are not alone
  • Some indicators that someone might be struggling with life include: * changes in behaviour * their mood and attitude is more negative * they are more tired than usual and their sleep habits have changed * the way they describe their day is different
  • The 4 steps R U OK? recommend you use when you notice someone is struggling with life * Ask “are you ok?” in the right time and place where it is quiet and comfortable, and comment on some of the changes you have noticed * Listen: give them the space to share their story with open ended questions. Silence is ok in the conversations and it can serve as a prompt for them to open up more. Reflect back what you hear them say. * Encourage action. What are some of the steps they can take to start positive action. For example, see their doctor, and offer to take that step with them. * Check in. Don’t let the conversation be a one-off, instead taking time to follow up and continue the connection.

  • What to do if you ask someone “are you ok” and they don’t want to open up:
    * sometimes it can be the 6th or 7th time you ask when they open up
    * who else is in their support network who they might feel more comfortable talking to
    * emphasis the changes you have noticed in them. Eg, “I know you don’t want to talk about it and that you say you are ok, but I have noticed these things and if you ever want to chat I’m here for you.”
    * make an extra effort to connect with them and see if there is a better chance to ask them again
    * see if you can create a more positive way to talk about the benefits of help seeking and opening up to others, such as sharing your own story or that of someone you know.

  • The importance of educating yourself so that you are able to be there for others even more and take care of yourself even better

  • For more information on mental health check out:
    * R U OK? - https://www.ruok.org.au
    * Sane Australia - https://www.sane.org/changing-attitudes
    * Kids helpline - www.kidshelpline.com.au
    * Your town - https://www.yourtown.com.au
    * Headspace - https://headspace.org.au

  • If you are struggling yourself, we strongly encourage you to reach out for support. to your best mate, someone you work with, or someone that you trust and to start your help seeking journey. If you are not sure where to begin, going to your doctor is a great place to start, and being open and honest with them about why you booked the appointment is really important.

  • If you need an immediate listening ear connect with lifeline on 13 11 14. They are free, confidential, nation wide and open 24/7 (in Australia). They are online as well at https://www.lifeline.org.au.

  • If you are outside Australia, contact you local crisis centre.

  • The importance of connecting with your friends and loved ones so you can really work on and build your relationships.

  • Anastasia’s definition of doing life better

  • Anastasia’s challenge for the week: “Let’s chat”. Connect with someone, lock in the time to connect and have a chat.

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What researchers have found, is that it is all about the way you spend your money that makes the difference. So before you go spending your extra cash on that fancy new outfit or the new phone, you might want to use that hard earned money to buy you some happiness by spending it in one of these next 3 ways.

Challenge for this week: find a way you can use your money to increase your happiness

You can follow me on Instagram at @davejorna and @dolifebetterpodcast. To contact us about retreats, leadership training and workshops visit www.projecthatch.com.au or email us at hello@projecthatch.com.au.

Remember to subscribe to, rate and review the podcast to help spread the do life better message.

Now, go out and create a great day.

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What researchers have found, is that it is all about the way you spend your money that makes the difference. So before you go spending your extra cash on that fancy new outfit or the new phone, you might want to use that hard earned money to buy you some happiness by spending it in one of these next 3 ways.

Challenge for this week: find a way you can use your money to increase your happiness

You can follow me on Instagram at @davejorna and @dolifebetterpodcast. To contact us about retreats, leadership training and workshops visit www.projecthatch.com.au or email us at hello@projecthatch.com.au.

Remember to subscribe to, rate and review the podcast to help spread the do life better message.

Now, go out and create a great day.

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