Mitch Wallis Podcast

Mitch Wallis Podcast

Mitch Wallis

As one of the most recognised thought leaders in mental health, Mitch interviews guests from around the world to educate and inspire others to maximise their emotional wellbeing.

Mitch Wallis - your fear of failure is impacting your ability to connect

Mitch Wallis - your fear of failure is impacting your ability to connect

In episode 56, Mitch Wallis is back with another short-solo and this time he's unpacking the fear of failure and how it might be negatively impacting our ability to connect with others. This episode covers: - What is failure and how does it impact us - Why it's holding you back from connecting - My personal experience with failure - How to re-define your meaning of failure - Embracing your humanness Stay connected: www.instagram.com/mitch.wallis

Mar 8, 2024 • 9:10

Mitch Wallis: 8 Laws to Effective Boundaries

Mitch Wallis: 8 Laws to Effective Boundaries

In episode 54, Mitch Wallis is back with a solo deep dive into the heavily opinionated world of boundaries. A psychology buzz word that has gained a lot of traction in the wellness world and news stories over the past few years - from Jonah Hall to The Holistic Psychologist - everybody has a strong take on what it means to keep themselves safe and sane. Have we gone too far in our boundary setting? Are we blurring them with rules and expectations? And are they the same in all relationships?

Feb 15, 2024 • 13:33

Psychiatrist Dr Tony Mastroianni: why we need to stop treating mental illness solely with medication

Psychiatrist Dr Tony Mastroianni: why we need to stop treating mental illness solely with medication

In episode 53, Mitch Wallis speaks to Dr Tony Mastroianni, a psychiatrist with over 30 years' experience in clinical practice. Tony specialises in the treatment of ADHD and schizophrenia, and is the founder of the Focalength Method™, a holistic approach to treatment that takes a 360 view of a person in order to help them get well, and stay well. This episode covers: Moving medicine away from diagnosis towards a holistic model of care Why we need to look outside of the mind when treating

Feb 8, 2024 • 1:36:24

Maddy MacRae: on having 3 million followers and a secret anxiety about creating content

Maddy MacRae: on having 3 million followers and a secret anxiety about creating content

In episode 52, Mitch Wallis speaks to Maddy MacRae, a comedy creator who exploded onto the scene during lockdown with her hilarious and relatable skits about sex, dating and everything in-between. We go deep and explore previously untouched topics such as her mental health journey, her sexuality and the reality of life online. This episode covers: rising quickly to online success but struggling internally her experience with therapy and navigating severe anxiety an obsessive concern that k

Feb 2, 2024 • 48:37

Gaj Ravichandra: the unusual #1 skill that high performers possess

Gaj Ravichandra: the unusual #1 skill that high performers possess

In episode 51, Mitch Wallis speaks to Gaj, a highly sought-after performance coach recognized for his effective leadership training techniques and passion for helping clients reach higher potential. For over 20 years, Gaj has worked with leading organizations and individuals to enhance productivity, maximize performance, and accelerate growth. As a Registered psychologist, Gaj leans on his psychology training to deliver the most effective evidence-based solutions to his clients that are proven t

Dec 8, 2023 • 1:03:38

Sonny Jane Wise: "at 4 years old, my Psychiatrist called me a narcissist"

Sonny Jane Wise: "at 4 years old, my Psychiatrist called me a narcissist"

Sonny Jane is a multi-neurodivergent, queer, and disabled public speaker, advocate, and author with a strong social media presence. Sonny was diagnosed as a child and grew up only hearing a deficit narrative about their neurodivergence. Since then, they have gone on to build an audience of over 100,000 people online, have written ‘The Neurodivergent Friendly Workbook of DBT Skills’, and works with organisations all over Australia to help change the narrative around neurodivergence. Sonny is a br

Nov 30, 2023 • 1:00:55

Jacinta Dubojski: escaping an abusive relationship and confronting her school bully 15 years later.

Jacinta Dubojski: escaping an abusive relationship and confronting her school bully 15 years later.

This episode comes with a trigger warning of domestic violence. In episode 49, Mitch Wallis speaks to Jacinta Dubojski who is the creator and founder of Just Another GIRL, an initiative designed to inspire and empower students by arming them with the tools to navigate difficult situations; such as bullying, and domestic violence, both of which are experiences that she's survived. Jacinta is a big believer in sharing stories to connect and help others, something I’m equally passionate about

Nov 24, 2023 • 43:40

Antoinette Lattouf: "I'm OK with being struck off people's Christmas card list"

Antoinette Lattouf: "I'm OK with being struck off people's Christmas card list"

In episode 48, Mitch Wallis speaks to Antoinette, a multi-award-winning journalist, author, broadcaster, columnist, TEDx speaker, and mental health ambassador with a bold and authentic approach to life... This episode covers: Her experience with peri and post-natal depression Her opinion on mental illness and the shame that surrounds new mothers Navigating journalism and the impact of second-hand trauma How to protect our own mental health when we're in a 24/7 vortex of bad news sto

Nov 17, 2023 • 50:28

Greg Bird: his untold story of struggle, hidden behind the game

Greg Bird: his untold story of struggle, hidden behind the game

In episode 47, Mitch Wallis speaks to Greg Bird, a proud Anaiwan Man, born and raised in country New South Wales. He was a professional Rugby League player for an impressive 18 years, hanging up his boots in 2019 to move up to the Gold Coast and prioritise time with his wife and kids. This episode dives deep into untold stories of struggle both on and off the pitch. this episode covers: his unspoken story of struggle, stigma and feeling like a burden. the impact of football on his mental hea

Nov 10, 2023 • 1:15:46

Chelsea Pottenger: from a panic attack in the Sydney harbour tunnel to a thriving CEO

Chelsea Pottenger: from a panic attack in the Sydney harbour tunnel to a thriving CEO

In episode 46, Mitch Wallis speaks to founder of EQ Minds and recovering perfectionist, Chelsea Pottenger, who shares how her experience with mental illness fuelled her passion for helping busy minds reset and recharge so they can successfully balance high performance and great mental wellbeing. If you find yourself dancing around the edges of burnout more often than not, this ep is for you. This episode covers: how 2 traumatic brain injuries triggered her mental health issues the single gre

Nov 3, 2023 • 1:06:12

Matt Purcell - the quickest way to upgrade your self-worth

Matt Purcell - the quickest way to upgrade your self-worth

Matt Purcell was born in a small town in South Korea to a young mother who was unable to raise him. This sparked an incredible work drive in Matt who has since founded KYU media, an award-winning creative agency, and Social Kung Fu, Australia’s number 1 verbal self-defence and confidence training for students. Matt shares wisdom from his own personal journey, how to overcome hardship, find purpose and have an impact. This episode covers: where to begin with combatting insecurities how he bu

Oct 27, 2023 • 55:14

Dr Cody: TikTok's #1 chiropractor on how trauma manifests in the body

Dr Cody: TikTok's #1 chiropractor on how trauma manifests in the body

In Episode 44, Mitch Wallis speaks to Dr. Cody, an American-born, Australian Chiropractor with over 10 years of experience, who has clicked, popped, and cracked his way into over 2 million TikTok followers. He's passionate about education and the prevention of disease so that people can achieve complete wellness.  This episode covers: his untold story and ongoing battle with mental health the biggest misconceptions about chiropractic science how trauma and mental-ill health shows up in

Oct 19, 2023 • 1:08:20

Milly Bannister: has Gen Z gone too far?

Milly Bannister: has Gen Z gone too far?

In episode 43, Mitch Wallis speaks to Milly. From lifestyle journalism in Silicon Valley to youth mental health charity founder, Milly Bannister is a well-known face in the online world of wellbeing. We discuss everything from the trivial use of mental health language on social media to the power of educational peer support programs in schools. This episode covers: Milly's personal journey with mental health and maintaining authenticity in an online world Addressing the generational gap

Oct 12, 2023 • 1:02:47

Charles Prouse on The Voice to Parliament: the mental health impact of "NO"

Charles Prouse on The Voice to Parliament: the mental health impact of "NO"

Charles Prouse is a Nyikina man from the Kimberley, Western Australia, with over 20 years' experience in Indigenous affairs across Australia. From public policy and corporate consulting to chairing the boards of inequality-oriented charities and authoring his book, "On the Voice". His most recent work has focused on campaigning for The Voice to Parliament, championing the Yes vote with the goal of returning to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples a small part of what was o

Oct 9, 2023 • 1:00:55

Lewin de la Motte: my personal therapist bears all...

Lewin de la Motte: my personal therapist bears all...

In episode 41, Mitch Wallis speaks to his personal therapist. Lewin completed six years of tertiary education in psychology and counselling, learning from leaders in the fields of relational, mindful, and somatic psychotherapy. Lewin has been my personal therapist for over 6 years and has seen me at my lowest points. This episode explores all of your burning questions about therapy and sheds some light on the answers that no therapist has been bold enough to tackle. This episode covers: sup

Oct 6, 2023 • 1:22:03

Sam Hann - losing his brother, the parts of grief that nobody talks about (our most vulnerable episode to date)

Sam Hann - losing his brother, the parts of grief that nobody talks about (our most vulnerable episode to date)

Sam Hann is a popular Sydney yoga teacher who's spent over 6 years sharing his knowledge in studios and through his YouTube channel. In 2021, he lost his brother, Blake and his world has never been the same. In this episode, we cover: Grief - the hard, messy and raw reality of losing a loved one that people don't speak about. The moment he heard the news and how that impacted his life and family as he knew it. The 5 stages of grief - why it's not that simple and the pain it

Sep 28, 2023 • 1:02:50

Alice Child: Want better sex? A sex therapist reveals all...

Alice Child: Want better sex? A sex therapist reveals all...

In episode 39, Mitch Wallis speaks to Alice Child, a Somatic Sexologist, Sex Counsellor and Sex Coach who believes everyone deserves a happy, healthy, safe and fulfilled sex life. Alice has a passion for vulnerable conversations, confronting taboos, and creating inclusive spaces free of judgment. This episode covers: Why shame surrounds sex and how we can start to shift our perspective The most common concerns that people see a sex therapist for Play, initiation, domination, submission, c

Sep 22, 2023 • 1:17:38

Cooper Chapman: why you NEED this gratitude practice

Cooper Chapman: why you NEED this gratitude practice

In episode 48, Mitch Wallis speaks to Cooper Chapman, an ex-pro surfer who founded The Good Human Factory after mental illness and suicide impacted the lives of his loved ones. In this episode, we cover: The story that triggered the Good Human Factory The fear that drove his curiosity to find his life's purpose Managing comparative suffering and the 3 key values that he lives by The underrated importance of practicing gratitude The unusual and unconventional path to working in me

Sep 15, 2023 • 1:03:41

Joey Daymond: suffering, self-identity and breaking free from societal constraints

Joey Daymond: suffering, self-identity and breaking free from societal constraints

In episode 37, Mitch Wallis speaks to Joey Daymond, who has already proved himself to be a star in the world of New Zealand comedy, but outside of comedy and acting, Joe is also the founder of West Park, a youth-led, indigenous-focused company. He’s hilarious, hard-working, and genuine in all that he does. In this episode we cover: his relationship with family: from suffering to freedom facing darkness and moving towards the hard stuff culture, racism and establishing his own identity b

Sep 8, 2023 • 1:32:47

Leah Simmons: why breaking societal norms is necessary for success

Leah Simmons: why breaking societal norms is necessary for success

In episode 36, Mitch Wallis speaks to Leah Simmons, the founder of the online phenomenon, KAAIAA, the physical workout for your mental health. In this episode, we explore everything from founding a successful business to unconventional parenting styles. This episode covers: Finding a niche in the wellness industry, building a successful online brand, and the meaning behind the name KAAIAA. Learning to flex entrepreneurial skills as a creative and the number one skill she's found success

Sep 1, 2023 • 1:03:13

Jad Nehmetallah (Gogglebox): mental health stigma in Arab communities

Jad Nehmetallah (Gogglebox): mental health stigma in Arab communities

In episode 35, Mitch Wallis speaks to Jad Nehmetallah, a beloved TV Personality on the Nation’s favourite Gogglebox Australia. He is an entrepreneur, restauranteur, and most importantly one of his best friends. In this episode we explore: Stigma affecting help seeking for mental health in ethnic communities Different manifestations of anxiety and the impact of feeling out of alignment with your purpose The journey of being raised as by immigrant parents from a war-torn country and how it&#

Aug 25, 2023 • 1:22:34

Ben "Abstacker" Handsaker: overcome addiction with an unbreakable mindset

Ben "Abstacker" Handsaker: overcome addiction with an unbreakable mindset

In episode 34, Mitch Wallis speaks to Ben Handsaker, one of the most familiar faces in the personal training industry in Australia, with a reputation for being infectiously happy all the time. Yet, as we know in most cases like these, that's not the full story... In this episode we explore: How to turn the pain of addiction into a superpower How to create an unbreakable mindset How to find your why in moments of darkness How to endure setbacks and turn them into purpose and meaning

Aug 17, 2023 • 49:23

Dannielle Miller OAM: domestic violence prevention masterclass

Dannielle Miller OAM: domestic violence prevention masterclass

A masterclass in how individuals & workplaces can identify, support and prevent domestic violence with leading expert Dannielle Miller.

Oct 26, 2022 • 1:27:25

Sarah Wilson: make anxiety your super power

Sarah Wilson: make anxiety your super power

This episode's guest is Sarah Wilson - author of "I Quit Sugar", journalist, TV host, environmental activist. Sarah lives with Bipolar disorder, OCD and Hashimoto's disease. We cover: How do you know when anxiety is your super power Her George Costanza moment of doing the opposite and how it saved her life The importance of "the wrestle" - how we aren't focussing on resilience enough in our approach to mental health We unpack what it means to "do anxiety once" Why Sarah trusts anxious peop

Aug 10, 2022 • 1:02:45

Gina Willard a.k.a Mitch's Mum: parenting with unconditional love

Gina Willard a.k.a Mitch's Mum: parenting with unconditional love

About Mitch's Mum Grew up working class, raised Mitch as a single mother in his early years Fought her way into a better life for both of them Had her second child when Mitch was 15 Gina is now a successful sales manager at a large technology company "She is the best person ever" Mitch In this episode we cover: Independence vs. safety - how do we navigate taking care of a child but empowering autonomy - especially when a mental health issue is present in the child #1 thing she did th

Aug 3, 2022 • 1:06:30

Dr Dan Siegel: the power of presence

Dr Dan Siegel: the power of presence

In this episode: - Parenting pitfalls and how to avoid passing on your insecurities to your children - The science of presence and how it can be used to overcome trauma - How being "real" is not just an ethical choice, but a psychological benefit Dr Dan Siegel Daniel J. Siegel received his medical degree from Harvard University and completed his postgraduate medical education at UCLA with training in pediatrics and child, adolescent and adult psychiatry. He served as a National Institut

Jul 18, 2022 • 53:44

Dr Daniel P Brown: attachment styles and dealing with trauma

Dr Daniel P Brown: attachment styles and dealing with trauma

In this episode: A world leading expert on attachment psychology gives us a masterclass in how relationships affect our brain A Harvard psychologist perspective on why mental health is so bad in our modern world We disclose the #1 thing that can affect your mental health The 5 attributes of giving secure attachment to others those we care about How to overcome conflict and ruptures in relationships through boundaries How we can become more mature in our ow=n emotional regulation An expl

Jul 18, 2022 • 1:08:33

Mallika Chopra: intention setting to unlock your potential

Mallika Chopra: intention setting to unlock your potential

In this episode: - what it was like to grow up having a worldwide spiritual guru as a parent - Mallika shares incredibly beautiful insights around the power of gratitude and what setting an intent really means (beyond just what we may have read in books like The Secret). - We discuss the usually messy and sometimes dark journey of figuring out who we really are and what we really want - Mallika gives some invaluable advice and perspectives on parenting, and of course, meditation. About Mallika

Jul 18, 2022 • 47:42

Margo Lydon: indicators of a thriving workplace

Margo Lydon: indicators of a thriving workplace

Today's guest is Margo Lydon. In this episode we cover: The most recent insights relating to corporate mental health in Australia from the country's largest wellbeing survey An overview of the 5 core domains of a thriving workplace What some organisations aren't doing well to support their staff (and what they could be doing more right) How COVID has impacted Australian workers (with a surprising finding) What leaders can do to serve their team more effectively About Margo Lydon Margo has

Jul 18, 2022 • 58:24

Pervis Taylor: white privilege and BLM

Pervis Taylor: white privilege and BLM

In this episode we cover: - A real story from a successful black man who has experienced racism his whole life to humanise the reality of racism in the 21st century - The difference between white privilege & racism - What we can do to help lift up our black brothers & sisters and do small acts to push society forward - How the Black Lives Matter Movement extends beyond an issue of police brutality - An exploration of the incarceration issue and the layers that build up to perpetuate or p

Jul 18, 2022 • 59:03

Liz Sweigart: the addiction of INSECURITY

Liz Sweigart: the addiction of INSECURITY

Meet Liz, a Tax Partner at PWC in Texas who gets very real about her experiences with anxiety, clinical depression, medication and OCD. Liz was naturally good at everything she turned her hand to, including mastering the art of living an inauthentic life to please others. Her goal was to be seen and liked. And she was, but it was for the person she thought they wanted her to be, so she had to keep her “true” thoughts and compulsions hidden. She openly talks about her relationship with external v

Mar 8, 2021 • 1:16:25

Matt Caruana: gaining purpose after losing the ability to walk

Matt Caruana: gaining purpose after losing the ability to walk

Matt became paraplegic after severing his spine during an attempt to end his life. Months and years of physical and mental rehabilitation have seen him completely transform his mindset. Today, Matt is a motivational speaker and mindset coach, particularly influential among his generation, and is on an incredible comeback to walk again. Topics covered: The existential curiosity he had at an early age, which saw him carve out a double life. How he has found purpose and meaning since attempting

Feb 24, 2021 • 54:44

Jake O’Brien: surviving against the odds

Jake O’Brien: surviving against the odds

Jake grew up with a single mum, and even as a child, he took on the role of “the man’ in the house. When his stepdad came along, things were ok for a while, but later Jake would have to endure the fear and anger of living with an unstable parent figure. Jake escaped to pursue his own life of travel and adventure and became qualified as a chef. Later, in his mid-twenties, when he was just starting to thrive in his new career as a personal trainer, a tragic motorcycle accident nearly claimed his l

Feb 17, 2021 • 1:30:59

Sean X Michael: feeling invisible

Sean X Michael: feeling invisible

After constantly yearning for his father’s love, acceptance and approval, which never came, Sean had a longing to be seen and heard. He fought his way through a devastating revelation in childhood, and challenging teenage years to build a life worth living. Toward the end of this chat, Mitch and Sean share a deep connection and vulnerable exchange which enables Sean to open up even further and let the love in and the light shine even further out of him. Topics covered: We already matter. “Succ

Feb 8, 2021 • 1:06:53

Tofe Evans: running ultramarathons to cope with his mental health

Tofe Evans: running ultramarathons to cope with his mental health

In episode 21, Mitch Wallis speaks to Tofe Evans who talks about running ultramarathons to cope with his mental health. This episode covers: Fighting through adversity fuelled by drugs & alcohol abuse, driven by shame, victimisation, and identity crises. How a lust for external validation infected every area of his life, and left Tofe on the brink of suicide. Being present to keep us feeling enough and worthy of love. The identity crisis after pulling out 280km into a 345km ultramar

Oct 29, 2020 • 49:20

Josh Wiggins: the reality of male eating disorders

Josh Wiggins: the reality of male eating disorders

In episode 20, Mitch Wallis speaks to Josh Wiggins, Nutritionist, Mentor & Mental Performance Coach. Topics covered: The damaging effect of presenting a façade of coping: how being strong for other people removes authentic connection and can exacerbate mental ill health. How teenagers searching for a sense of agency over their body can fall into unhealthy habits and belief systems. How receiving a diagnosis can bring a sense of clarity and freedom to move on. The value of a mentor –

Oct 26, 2020 • 58:21

Darren: does shame drive success?

Darren: does shame drive success?

In episode 19, Mitch Wallis speaks to Darren, whose experiences in his career as an engineer, coupled with becoming a dad, led him to pursue a new passion – to meet the need for men’s wellbeing. This episode covers: How far we can push our body and brain until it shuts down. How shame seeded in childhood can drive us to overcompensate, achieve and succeed, and at what point that energy source become toxic. How being an empath and a problem solving engineer is a perfect storm of chaos in re

Oct 11, 2020 • 52:26

Catherine Ho: supporting mental-ill health in teenagers

Catherine Ho: supporting mental-ill health in teenagers

In episode 18, Mitch Wallis speaks to Catherine Ho. In this episode we cover: The internal and external pressure on teenagers to excel in school The impact of family breakdown upon young people How parents can be there to support their young people going through mental ill health Breaking the stigma about seeking inpatient treatment How shame and self-judgment could be keeping us sick, and how hitting the ego’s breaking point and leaving pride behind can be the first step to healing

Oct 4, 2020 • 1:05:36

Matthew Mitcham: from addiction to the worlds #1 Olympic diver

Matthew Mitcham: from addiction to the worlds #1 Olympic diver

In episode 17, Mitch Wallis speaks to Matthew Mitcham, Olympic diving champion on battling addiction and channelling that into winning. In this episode we cover: Getting stuck in the cycle of shame and addiction. What it takes to get clean and stay clean after dependence on narcotics. The unstable landscape of attaching your self-worth to achievement and external validation. What comes next after you've become the best? Navigating the blues after loss. Stay Connected: www.instagram

Sep 27, 2020 • 49:45

Dr Lena: intrusive OCD thoughts tried to convince me to kill myself and my partner

Dr Lena: intrusive OCD thoughts tried to convince me to kill myself and my partner

Trigger Warnings: this episode references sexual violence, suicidal ideation, paedophilia, sexual assault, intrusive thoughts including sexual, violent and homicidal. In episode 16, Mitch Wallis speaks to Dr Lena who's brave disclosure of navigating her intrusive OCD encourages him to share the parts of his mental health story that he has never told before. This episode covers: How OCD when experienced as sexual and/or violent intrusive thoughts can confront your morality and attack you

Sep 20, 2020 • 1:21:14

Amrei Marden: dealing with loss following a natural disaster

Amrei Marden: dealing with loss following a natural disaster

In episode 15, Mitch Wallis speaks to Amrei Marden, a German-Australian yoga teacher, with an amazing story of resilience.  This episode covers: Experiencing PTSD post war and the responses that haunted her. Losing material possessions & her safe space in the Australian Bush-fires. How to build resilience and disrupt the victim cycle by exploring, owning and releasing the pain. The death of ego - what happens when your identity is taken away and how do you rebuild? Episode support

Aug 6, 2020 • 1:09:41

Jake Tyson: the carpenter that rebuilt his brain

Jake Tyson: the carpenter that rebuilt his brain

In this episode we hear Jake's story of going from being broken to finding hope in a new life and new perspective. Jake Tyson was once the sweetheart of the US TV circuit as The Handsome Handyman. He played up to the media and played down his debilitating mental health issues and unhealthy coping mechanisms, like alcohol abuse. When the GFC hit, and his marketing business Redback Tools started to tank, he found himself at his lowest point. Standing at the edge of a cliff, ready to end it all, he

Jun 11, 2020 • 0:01

Costa Zacharia: his battle with religion as a proud gay man

Costa Zacharia: his battle with religion as a proud gay man

In episode 14, Mitch Wallis speaks to Costa Zacharia, a well known Sydney barber with a huge heart, who shares a lesson for all of us on finding the courage to be who we really are. In this episode we cover: Learning to love himself for who he is, as a proud gay man. The battle to express his true self in the face of religion and its views on sexuality. What it was like to experience the moment of acceptance from his father, and how he learned to dance with his demons. How to find coura

Jun 8, 2020 • 0:00

Aoife O Connell: on being made redundant whilst giving birth

Aoife O Connell: on being made redundant whilst giving birth

In episode 13, Mitch Wallis speaks to Aoife O'Connell, a leader in marketing who found out she was being made redundant whilst giving birth. This episode covers: How to create more purposeful careers? Techniques to navigate life-altering experiences How to minimise guilt and shame? Are we really advocating for equal opportunities for women? How to step into and own your voice and experience. Why parents should continuously invest in improving as parents. Stay Connected: https:/

Oct 6, 2019 • 1:14:18

Susan Hales (psychologist & hypnotherapist): your stories are keeping you sick

Susan Hales (psychologist & hypnotherapist): your stories are keeping you sick

In episode 12, Mitch Wallis speaks to Susan Hales, a psychologist and clinical hypnotherapist who helped treat previous guest, Nicole Blackie to overcome her eating disorder. This episode covers: How to uncover and reframe the stories we tell ourselves that keep us stuck and sick. Working with Nicole to help heal her disordered eating and thinking, and the importance of connection in recovery. Her own her thoughts made her sick - her experience with mental ill-health manifesting as anxie

Sep 29, 2019 • 0:00

Madii Himbury (Olympic skier): the anxiety of figuring out who you are

Madii Himbury (Olympic skier): the anxiety of figuring out who you are

In episode 11, Mitch Wallis speaks to Madii Himbury – a young successful Olympic skier who is on a path to discovering who she is outside the world that people see everyday. In this episode we cover: What life is like as an elite athlete - How can we manage our mental health so that success isn’t so tied to our identity? Experiencing how freeing making space with your internal story can be? How important it is to be aware of your emotions in order to redefine how we see ourselves. The i

Aug 16, 2019 • 44:58

Sharon Draper: psychologists have mental health problems too

Sharon Draper: psychologists have mental health problems too

In episode 10, Mitch Wallis speaks to Sharon Draper, a psychologist who's honesty about not always having her sh* together is a refreshing take on a career that can often expect perfection. This episode covers: exploring dual roles as both a mental health practitioner and a patient and the trauma that impacted her life and inspired her to become involved with psychology. dealing with her own inner demons such as complex OCD issues that have manifested in bizarre behaviours like holding h

Aug 1, 2019 • 56:19

Nicole Blackie: surviving anorexia against all odds

Nicole Blackie: surviving anorexia against all odds

In episode 9, Mitch Wallis speaks to Nicole Blackie, one of the greatest stories of anorexia recovery we’ve ever heard. After several admissions & years in psychiatric hospitals, almost a decade of professional help & medication etc that hardly changed a thing, Nicole has recently made a tectonic shift that now see’s her living a healthy, normal and fulfilling life. This episode covers: Nicole's harrowing journey with anorexia that almost took her life The 2 main things that co

May 9, 2019 • 50:30

Sarah Daffy: the terror of depersonalisation disorder

Sarah Daffy: the terror of depersonalisation disorder

In episode 8, Mitch Wallis speaks to Sarah Daffy - a smart successful young business woman with the world at her feet - living with one of the least common or talked about mental health issues, depersonalisation disorder. This episode covers: - what is depersonalisation disorder? the symptoms and a standalone disorder - living with depersonalisation: a world that feels un-real, foggy and robotic. - surviving extreme anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder and panic attacks - Mitch and Sarah&#39

Mar 4, 2019 • 50:46

Joe Williams: generational trauma is hurting Indigenous Australians

Joe Williams: generational trauma is hurting Indigenous Australians

In episode 7, Mitch Wallis speaks to Joe, an ex-NRL player who paints a raw image of what life was and is like for indigenous Australians struggling with mental-ill health. In 2018 Joe was conferred the highest honour from Suicide Prevention Australia's LIFE Award for his outstanding work in communities across Australia... This episode covers: - genetic memory and intergenerational trauma, and how our ancestors and their experiences play a part in shaping who we are. - his battle with menta

Jan 1, 2019 • 42:17

Nick Ward: boys don't cry...or do they?

Nick Ward: boys don't cry...or do they?

In episode 6, Mitch Wallis speaks to Nick Ward who talks about his struggles with fitting in and we discuss how we both manage intense thoughts and intense emotions particularly as a young person with a brain that feels different to other people, whilst trying to navigate the pressures and realities of school and being a teenager. A great listen if you're going through anything similar or are a parent to a teenager and wanting to better understand the complexities. This episode covers: wh

Dec 19, 2018 • 49:53

Thorald Koren: touring with Coldplay and surviving psychosis

Thorald Koren: touring with Coldplay and surviving psychosis

In episode 5, Mitch Wallis speaks to Thorald Koren, a singer-song writer who takes us through some his experiences with the bizarre and intrusive world of OCD, and how a shooting star of all things was something that changed the trajectory of his life forever. This episode covers: Mitch sharing a story about how he helped him eat a drawing of the devil to overcome his fear of being possessed, which out of context, couldn’t be weirder. Touring with Coldplay, Bon Jovi, Pink and Rod Stewart, r

Dec 16, 2018 • 1:10:53

Ruby Wax: using comedy to hide my suffering

Ruby Wax: using comedy to hide my suffering

In episode 4, Mitch Wallis speaks to Ruby Wax OBE, a very well-known comedian. In the 1980’s, Ruby starred in the sitcom Girls on Top, and came to prominence as a comic interviewer in shows including The Full Wax and Ruby Wax Meets, as well as writing for the sitcom Absolutely Fabulous otherwise known as Ab Fab! This is a more light hearted interview so enjoy listening to our sh*t and inappropriate jokes. What better way to not feel so crazy than to listen to someone who totally and unapologetic

Dec 9, 2018 • 0:00

Francesca Hung (Miss Universe Australia): having it all and still feeling sh*t

Francesca Hung (Miss Universe Australia): having it all and still feeling sh*t

In episode 3, Mitch Wallis speaks to Francesca Hung, also known as Miss Universe Australia 2018. From the outside she has the perfect life... a beautiful model, from an affluent family, studying at university, living a life of privilege. What does she have to be sad about? A question that's plagued her for a lifetime... This episode covers: the guilt of “having it all” yet feeling so low battling with self esteem issues and body image insecurities her struggle to fit in and embracing h

Dec 2, 2018 • 46:54

Osher Günsberg: overcoming addiction & managing OCD

Osher Günsberg: overcoming addiction & managing OCD

In episode 2, Mitch Wallis speaks to the one and only Osher Günsberg, the host of The Bachelor, The Bachelorette and Bachelor in Paradise. Recently, Osher has very publicly revealed his battle with mental illness... This episode covers: exploring his mental health journey in the public eye managing multiple mental ill-health conditions at once the reality of OCD, obsessive thought patterns and anxiety his experience with medication and treating his conditions the dark battle with alcoh

Nov 25, 2018 • 1:04:07

Mitch Wallis - welcome home

Mitch Wallis - welcome home

Welcome to episode 1, where Mitch Wallis shares his story with the world, why he started a mental health movement, his mission and a reassuring message that you are not alone. Stay connected: www.mitchwallis.com www.instagram.com/mitch.wallis Have feedback to share, questions you want answered or guests you want to see on the show? Get in touch: contact@mitchwallis.com

Nov 20, 2018 • 0:00

REAL Talk: starts November 21

REAL Talk: starts November 21

REAL Talk: starts November 21 
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Nov 9, 2018 • 0:00

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