Knowing Me Knowing You https://joy.org.au/knowingmeknowingyou/ Self development and self-growth Wed, 13 Nov 2024 21:00:09 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.5.5 Self development and self-growth JOY 94.9 - Rainbow Community Podcasts for our LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Communities false episodic JOY 94.9 - Rainbow Community Podcasts for our LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Communities ppc@joy.org.au JOY Melbourne Inc. All Music and Lyrics reproduced in this podcast are licensed for use through APRA-AMCOS and/or PPCA and/or directly with artists JOY Melbourne Inc. All Music and Lyrics reproduced in this podcast are licensed for use through APRA-AMCOS and/or PPCA and/or directly with artists podcast Self development and self-growth Knowing Me Knowing You https://joy.org.au/knowingmeknowingyou/wp-content/uploads/sites/560/2024/07/KMKY-Podcast-Cover.png https://joy.org.au/knowingmeknowingyou Melbourne, Victoria Melbourne, Victoria Weekly Support this Podcast. Donate to JOY! Support this Podcast. Donate to JOY! ceda9f0f-dbca-5d37-a368-9a26e0a6da02 Knowing … our addiction through AOD counselling pt. 2 https://joy.org.au/knowingmeknowingyou/2024/11/14/addiction-aod-counselling-2/ Wed, 13 Nov 2024 21:00:09 +0000 https://joy.org.au/knowingmeknowingyou/?p=167 <p>On this episode of Knowing Me, Knowing You, Trent and Dave continue their journey to find out about substance addiction. The boys continue with part two of their chat with... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/knowingmeknowingyou/2024/11/14/addiction-aod-counselling-2/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/knowingmeknowingyou/2024/11/14/addiction-aod-counselling-2/">Knowing … our addiction through AOD counselling pt. 2</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/knowingmeknowingyou">Knowing Me Knowing You</a>.</p> On this episode of Knowing Me, Knowing You, Trent and Dave continue their journey to find out about substance addiction.

The boys continue with part two of their chat with Molly Boorman, an AOD Counsellor and the AOD Counselling Practice Lead at Thorne Harbour Health. This week they speak with Molly about seeking out support when we, or someone we love, is dealing with addiction. In addition, the boys chat through:

  • Bruce Alexander’s series of experiments called “Rat Park”,
  • The importance of our biology in understanding our addiction,
  • The biopsychosocial model of understanding addiction and our mental health,
  • The potential of dual barriers to accessing support,
  • The relationship between chem sex and addiction, as well as
  • How stigma can inhibit us seeking out support for addiction.

You can find out more about Thorne Harbour Health’s AOD Services via: Alcohol and Other Drug Services (AOD) | Thorne Harbour Health

Alternatively, you can find other supports via the JOY website: FIND SUPPORT | JOY Media

Please keep in mind, the discussions, topics, and advice provided as part of this podcast are general in nature. They should not replace specific and individualised mental health support that might be needed. If you are experiencing mental health concerns, you can visit the Joy Radio support page for assistance and guidance at: https://www.joy.org.au/support

 

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We highly value your thoughts, opinions and feedback. Get in contact with them via:

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About the show:

Knowing Me, Knowing You – hosted by Trent McWhinney and Dave Demmer.

Trent and Dave are mates, therapists, and all-round queer guys on a new journey of personal discovery. Get to know them, and yourself, as they dive into topics on mental health and self-development. Filled with vulnerability and laughter, the boys chat to professionals, experts, and those with lived experience to unpack what it means to truly know yourself.

two males looking at the camera with the words knowing me knowing you 9:00pm Wednesday.

Don’t forget to tune into JOY 94.9 Wednesday’s at 9pm to hear Knowing Me, Knowing You live.

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]]> On this episode of Knowing Me, Knowing You, Trent and Dave continue their journey to find out about substance addiction. The boys continue with part two of their chat with... LEARN MORE The boys continue with part two of their chat with Molly Boorman, an AOD Counsellor and the AOD Counselling Practice Lead at Thorne Harbour Health. This week they speak with Molly about seeking out support when we, or someone we love, is dealing with addiction. In addition, the boys chat through:

* Bruce Alexander’s series of experiments called “Rat Park”,
* The importance of our biology in understanding our addiction,
* The biopsychosocial model of understanding addiction and our mental health,
* The potential of dual barriers to accessing support,
* The relationship between chem sex and addiction, as well as
* How stigma can inhibit us seeking out support for addiction.

You can find out more about Thorne Harbour Health’s AOD Services via: Alcohol and Other Drug Services (AOD) | Thorne Harbour Health
Alternatively, you can find other supports via the JOY website: FIND SUPPORT | JOY Media
Please keep in mind, the discussions, topics, and advice provided as part of this podcast are general in nature. They should not replace specific and individualised mental health support that might be needed. If you are experiencing mental health concerns, you can visit the Joy Radio support page for assistance and guidance at: https://www.joy.org.au/support
 
Get in contact with the show:
We highly value your thoughts, opinions and feedback. Get in contact with them via:
Instagram: @kmkypodcast
Email: kmky@joy.org.au
 
About the show:
Knowing Me, Knowing You – hosted by Trent McWhinney and Dave Demmer.
Trent and Dave are mates, therapists, and all-round queer guys on a new journey of personal discovery. Get to know them, and yourself, as they dive into topics on mental health and self-development. Filled with vulnerability and laughter, the boys chat to professionals, experts, and those with lived experience to unpack what it means to truly know yourself.

Don’t forget to tune into JOY 94.9 Wednesday’s at 9pm to hear Knowing Me, Knowing You live.
]]> JOY 94.9 - Rainbow Community Podcasts for our LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Communities 1 1 19 19 full false 56:20 Knowing … our addiction through AOD counselling pt. 1 https://joy.org.au/knowingmeknowingyou/2024/11/07/addiction-aod-counselling-1/ Wed, 06 Nov 2024 21:00:22 +0000 https://joy.org.au/knowingmeknowingyou/?p=158 <p>On this episode of Knowing Me, Knowing You, Trent and Dave start their journey to find out about substance addiction. The boys chat with Molly Boorman, an AOD Counsellor and... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/knowingmeknowingyou/2024/11/07/addiction-aod-counselling-1/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/knowingmeknowingyou/2024/11/07/addiction-aod-counselling-1/">Knowing … our addiction through AOD counselling pt. 1</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/knowingmeknowingyou">Knowing Me Knowing You</a>.</p> On this episode of Knowing Me, Knowing You, Trent and Dave start their journey to find out about substance addiction.

The boys chat with Molly Boorman, an AOD Counsellor and the AOD Counselling Practice Lead at Thorne Harbour Health, about:

  • What addiction is,
  • Some of the drivers for our substance use,
  • The difference between positive and negative substance use,
  • How our core beliefs can inform our addiction, as well as
  • How we can identify whether we have an issue with addiction.

 

Please keep in mind, the discussions, topics, and advice provided as part of this podcast are general in nature. They should not replace specific and individualised mental health support that might be needed. If you are experiencing mental health concerns, you can visit the Joy Radio support page for assistance and guidance at: https://www.joy.org.au/support

 

Get in contact with the show:

We highly value your thoughts, opinions and feedback. Get in contact with them via:

Instagram: @kmkypodcast

Email: kmky@joy.org.au

 

About the show:

Knowing Me, Knowing You – hosted by Trent McWhinney and Dave Demmer.

Trent and Dave are mates, therapists, and all-round queer guys on a new journey of personal discovery. Get to know them, and yourself, as they dive into topics on mental health and self-development. Filled with vulnerability and laughter, the boys chat to professionals, experts, and those with lived experience to unpack what it means to truly know yourself.

two males looking at the camera with the words knowing me knowing you 9:00pm Wednesday.

Don’t forget to tune into JOY 94.9 Wednesday’s at 9pm to hear Knowing Me, Knowing You live.

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]]> On this episode of Knowing Me, Knowing You, Trent and Dave start their journey to find out about substance addiction. The boys chat with Molly Boorman, an AOD Counsellor and... LEARN MORE The boys chat with Molly Boorman, an AOD Counsellor and the AOD Counselling Practice Lead at Thorne Harbour Health, about:

* What addiction is,
* Some of the drivers for our substance use,
* The difference between positive and negative substance use,
* How our core beliefs can inform our addiction, as well as
* How we can identify whether we have an issue with addiction.

 
Please keep in mind, the discussions, topics, and advice provided as part of this podcast are general in nature. They should not replace specific and individualised mental health support that might be needed. If you are experiencing mental health concerns, you can visit the Joy Radio support page for assistance and guidance at: https://www.joy.org.au/support
 
Get in contact with the show:
We highly value your thoughts, opinions and feedback. Get in contact with them via:
Instagram: @kmkypodcast
Email: kmky@joy.org.au
 
About the show:
Knowing Me, Knowing You – hosted by Trent McWhinney and Dave Demmer.
Trent and Dave are mates, therapists, and all-round queer guys on a new journey of personal discovery. Get to know them, and yourself, as they dive into topics on mental health and self-development. Filled with vulnerability and laughter, the boys chat to professionals, experts, and those with lived experience to unpack what it means to truly know yourself.

Don’t forget to tune into JOY 94.9 Wednesday’s at 9pm to hear Knowing Me, Knowing You live.
]]> JOY 94.9 - Rainbow Community Podcasts for our LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Communities 1 1 18 18 full false 48:34 Knowing … the benefits of sound healing https://joy.org.au/knowingmeknowingyou/2024/10/30/sound_healing/ Wed, 30 Oct 2024 06:54:16 +0000 https://joy.org.au/knowingmeknowingyou/?p=147 <p>On this episode of Knowing Me, Knowing You, Trent and Dave find out about the practice of sound healing, and its benefits to both our mental and physical health. Fresh... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/knowingmeknowingyou/2024/10/30/sound_healing/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/knowingmeknowingyou/2024/10/30/sound_healing/">Knowing … the benefits of sound healing</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/knowingmeknowingyou">Knowing Me Knowing You</a>.</p> On this episode of Knowing Me, Knowing You, Trent and Dave find out about the practice of sound healing, and its benefits to both our mental and physical health.

Fresh off their own experiencing of a sound healing session, the boys chat with Ange Monitto, a Sound Healing Practitioner and the owner of Sound of Soma, about:

  • What sound healing is as a therapeutic approach,
  • How Ange’s own health challenges encouraged him to seek alternative healing methods,
  • Our energy fields and how they can hold on to our past experiences and traumas,
  • How different frequencies can benefit our health,
  • The impacts of ancestral trauma,
  • Being able to align and rebalance our chakra system through sound healing, as well as
  • The different ways a sound healing session can be experienced.

Please keep in mind, the discussions, topics, and advice provided as part of this podcast are general in nature. They should not replace specific and individualised mental health support that might be needed. If you are experiencing mental health concerns, you can visit the Joy Radio support page for assistance and guidance at: https://www.joy.org.au/support

 

Get in contact with the show:

We highly value your thoughts, opinions and feedback. Get in contact with them via:

Instagram: @kmkypodcast

Email: kmky@joy.org.au

 

About the show:

Knowing Me, Knowing You – hosted by Trent McWhinney and Dave Demmer.

Trent and Dave are mates, therapists, and all-round queer guys on a new journey of personal discovery. Get to know them, and yourself, as they dive into topics on mental health and self-development. Filled with vulnerability and laughter, the boys chat to professionals, experts, and those with lived experience to unpack what it means to truly know yourself.

two males looking at the camera with the words knowing me knowing you 9:00pm Wednesday.

Don’t forget to tune into JOY 94.9 Wednesday’s at 9pm to hear Knowing Me, Knowing You live.

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]]> On this episode of Knowing Me, Knowing You, Trent and Dave find out about the practice of sound healing, and its benefits to both our mental and physical health. Fresh... LEARN MORE Fresh off their own experiencing of a sound healing session, the boys chat with Ange Monitto, a Sound Healing Practitioner and the owner of Sound of Soma, about:

* What sound healing is as a therapeutic approach,
* How Ange’s own health challenges encouraged him to seek alternative healing methods,
* Our energy fields and how they can hold on to our past experiences and traumas,
* How different frequencies can benefit our health,
* The impacts of ancestral trauma,
* Being able to align and rebalance our chakra system through sound healing, as well as
* The different ways a sound healing session can be experienced.

Please keep in mind, the discussions, topics, and advice provided as part of this podcast are general in nature. They should not replace specific and individualised mental health support that might be needed. If you are experiencing mental health concerns, you can visit the Joy Radio support page for assistance and guidance at: https://www.joy.org.au/support
 
Get in contact with the show:
We highly value your thoughts, opinions and feedback. Get in contact with them via:
Instagram: @kmkypodcast
Email: kmky@joy.org.au
 
About the show:
Knowing Me, Knowing You – hosted by Trent McWhinney and Dave Demmer.
Trent and Dave are mates, therapists, and all-round queer guys on a new journey of personal discovery. Get to know them, and yourself, as they dive into topics on mental health and self-development. Filled with vulnerability and laughter, the boys chat to professionals, experts, and those with lived experience to unpack what it means to truly know yourself.

Don’t forget to tune into JOY 94.9 Wednesday’s at 9pm to hear Knowing Me, Knowing You live.
]]> JOY 94.9 - Rainbow Community Podcasts for our LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Communities 1 1 17 17 full false 53:46 Knowing … our resilience through our neurodivergence https://joy.org.au/knowingmeknowingyou/2024/10/24/resilience_neurodivergence/ Wed, 23 Oct 2024 21:00:36 +0000 https://joy.org.au/knowingmeknowingyou/?p=140 <p>On this episode of Knowing Me, Knowing You, Trent and Dave bring their journey, across multiple episodes, into exploring the topic of resilience to an end. James Cavanagh, Founder and... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/knowingmeknowingyou/2024/10/24/resilience_neurodivergence/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/knowingmeknowingyou/2024/10/24/resilience_neurodivergence/">Knowing … our resilience through our neurodivergence</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/knowingmeknowingyou">Knowing Me Knowing You</a>.</p> On this episode of Knowing Me, Knowing You, Trent and Dave bring their journey, across multiple episodes, into exploring the topic of resilience to an end.

James Cavanagh, Founder and Neurodiversity Consultant of RAWlife Health, joins the boys to unpack how our neurodivergence can inform our resilience, including:

  • James’ own lived experience, including with ADHD and anxiety,
  • How his lived experience informs the work he does with neurodivergent clients,
  • How promoting our individual strengths can help with building our resilience,
  • The difference between ‘reactive’ and ‘active’ resilience, as well as
  • The benefits of “externalising” practical support.

 

Please keep in mind, the discussions, topics, and advice provided as part of this podcast are general in nature. They should not replace specific and individualised mental health support that might be needed. If you are experiencing mental health concerns, you can visit the Joy Radio support page for assistance and guidance at: https://www.joy.org.au/support

 

Get in contact with the show:

We highly value your thoughts, opinions and feedback. Get in contact with them via:

Instagram: @kmkypodcast

Email: kmky@joy.org.au

 

About the show:

Knowing Me, Knowing You – hosted by Trent McWhinney and Dave Demmer.

Trent and Dave are mates, therapists, and all-round queer guys on a new journey of personal discovery. Get to know them, and yourself, as they dive into topics on mental health and self-development. Filled with vulnerability and laughter, the boys chat to professionals, experts, and those with lived experience to unpack what it means to truly know yourself.

two males looking at the camera with the words knowing me knowing you 9:00pm Wednesday.

Don’t forget to tune into JOY 94.9 Wednesday’s at 9pm to hear Knowing Me, Knowing You live.

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]]> On this episode of Knowing Me, Knowing You, Trent and Dave bring their journey, across multiple episodes, into exploring the topic of resilience to an end. James Cavanagh, Founder and... LEARN MORE James Cavanagh, Founder and Neurodiversity Consultant of RAWlife Health, joins the boys to unpack how our neurodivergence can inform our resilience, including:

* James’ own lived experience, including with ADHD and anxiety,
* How his lived experience informs the work he does with neurodivergent clients,
* How promoting our individual strengths can help with building our resilience,
* The difference between ‘reactive’ and ‘active’ resilience, as well as
* The benefits of “externalising” practical support.

 
Please keep in mind, the discussions, topics, and advice provided as part of this podcast are general in nature. They should not replace specific and individualised mental health support that might be needed. If you are experiencing mental health concerns, you can visit the Joy Radio support page for assistance and guidance at: https://www.joy.org.au/support
 
Get in contact with the show:
We highly value your thoughts, opinions and feedback. Get in contact with them via:
Instagram: @kmkypodcast
Email: kmky@joy.org.au
 
About the show:
Knowing Me, Knowing You – hosted by Trent McWhinney and Dave Demmer.
Trent and Dave are mates, therapists, and all-round queer guys on a new journey of personal discovery. Get to know them, and yourself, as they dive into topics on mental health and self-development. Filled with vulnerability and laughter, the boys chat to professionals, experts, and those with lived experience to unpack what it means to truly know yourself.

Don’t forget to tune into JOY 94.9 Wednesday’s at 9pm to hear Knowing Me, Knowing You live.
]]> JOY 94.9 - Rainbow Community Podcasts for our LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Communities 1 1 16 16 full false 56:33 Knowing … our resilience through PERMA Strategy https://joy.org.au/knowingmeknowingyou/2024/10/17/perma_strategy/ Wed, 16 Oct 2024 21:00:00 +0000 https://joy.org.au/knowingmeknowingyou/?p=132 <p>On this episode of Knowing Me, Knowing You, Trent and Dave continue their journey, across multiple episodes, into exploring the topic of resilience. For this show, the boys discuss Martin... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/knowingmeknowingyou/2024/10/17/perma_strategy/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/knowingmeknowingyou/2024/10/17/perma_strategy/">Knowing … our resilience through PERMA Strategy</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/knowingmeknowingyou">Knowing Me Knowing You</a>.</p> On this episode of Knowing Me, Knowing You, Trent and Dave continue their journey, across multiple episodes, into exploring the topic of resilience.

For this show, the boys discuss Martin Seligman’s PERMA model of wellbeing and how it can inform our resilience. The boys chat through the five elements that make up the PERMA model:

  • Positive Emotion
  • Engagement
  • Relationships
  • Meaning
  • Accomplishment

 

Please keep in mind, the discussions, topics, and advice provided as part of this podcast are general in nature. They should not replace specific and individualised mental health support that might be needed. If you are experiencing mental health concerns, you can visit the Joy Radio support page for assistance and guidance at: https://www.joy.org.au/support

 

 

Get in contact with the show:

We highly value your thoughts, opinions and feedback. Get in contact with them via:

Instagram: @kmkypodcast

Email: kmky@joy.org.au

 

About the show:

Knowing Me, Knowing You is hosted by Trent McWhinney and Dave Demmer.

Trent and Dave are mates, therapists, and all-round queer guys on a new journey of personal discovery. Get to know them, and yourself, as they dive into topics on mental health and self-development. Filled with vulnerability and laughter, the boys chat to professionals, experts, and those with lived experience to unpack what it means to truly know yourself.

two males looking at the camera with the words knowing me knowing you 9:00pm Wednesday.

Don’t forget to tune into JOY 94.9 Wednesday’s at 9pm to hear Knowing Me, Knowing You live.

The post Knowing … our resilience through PERMA Strategy appeared first on Knowing Me Knowing You.

]]> On this episode of Knowing Me, Knowing You, Trent and Dave continue their journey, across multiple episodes, into exploring the topic of resilience. For this show, the boys discuss Martin... LEARN MORE For this show, the boys discuss Martin Seligman’s PERMA model of wellbeing and how it can inform our resilience. The boys chat through the five elements that make up the PERMA model:

* Positive Emotion
* Engagement
* Relationships
* Meaning
* Accomplishment

 
Please keep in mind, the discussions, topics, and advice provided as part of this podcast are general in nature. They should not replace specific and individualised mental health support that might be needed. If you are experiencing mental health concerns, you can visit the Joy Radio support page for assistance and guidance at: https://www.joy.org.au/support
 
 
Get in contact with the show:
We highly value your thoughts, opinions and feedback. Get in contact with them via:
Instagram: @kmkypodcast
Email: kmky@joy.org.au
 
About the show:
Knowing Me, Knowing You is hosted by Trent McWhinney and Dave Demmer.
Trent and Dave are mates, therapists, and all-round queer guys on a new journey of personal discovery. Get to know them, and yourself, as they dive into topics on mental health and self-development. Filled with vulnerability and laughter, the boys chat to professionals, experts, and those with lived experience to unpack what it means to truly know yourself.

Don’t forget to tune into JOY 94.9 Wednesday’s at 9pm to hear Knowing Me, Knowing You live.
]]> JOY 94.9 - Rainbow Community Podcasts for our LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Communities 1 1 15 15 full false 55:24 Knowing … our resilience through NLP https://joy.org.au/knowingmeknowingyou/2024/10/10/resilience_nlp/ Wed, 09 Oct 2024 21:00:48 +0000 https://joy.org.au/knowingmeknowingyou/?p=119 <p>On this episode of Knowing Me, Knowing You, Trent and Dave’s journey continues, across multiple episodes, exploring the topic of resilience. Mark Mesiti, the Founder and Head Coach at The... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/knowingmeknowingyou/2024/10/10/resilience_nlp/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/knowingmeknowingyou/2024/10/10/resilience_nlp/">Knowing … our resilience through NLP</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/knowingmeknowingyou">Knowing Me Knowing You</a>.</p> On this episode of Knowing Me, Knowing You, Trent and Dave’s journey continues, across multiple episodes, exploring the topic of resilience.

Mark Mesiti, the Founder and Head Coach at The Rainbow Institute, an LGBTQIA+ Coaching and Mentoring Institute, joins the boys to unpack how Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) helps us build our resilience, including:

  • How Mark found himself on his journey of becoming an NLP practitioner,
  • What NLP is and what it involves,
  • How our ‘Internal Representation System’ informs our view of the world,
  • What resilience can look like, as well as
  • How NLP can help rewire and reframe thoughts to help us build our resilience.

Please keep in mind, the discussions, topics, and advice provided as part of this podcast are general in nature. They should not replace specific and individualised mental health support that might be needed. If you are experiencing mental health concerns, you can visit the Joy Radio support page for assistance and guidance at: https://www.joy.org.au/support

 

 

Get in contact with the show:

We highly value your thoughts, opinions and feedback. Get in contact with them via:

Instagram: @kmkypodcast

Email: kmky@joy.org.au

 

About the show:

Knowing Me, Knowing You is hosted by Trent McWhinney and Dave Demmer.

Trent and Dave are mates, therapists, and all-round queer guys and they’re on a new journey of personal discovery. Get to know them, and yourself, as they dive into topics on mental health and self-development. Filled with vulnerability and laughter, the boys chat to professionals, experts, and those with lived experience to unpack what it means to truly know yourself.

two males looking at the camera with the words knowing me knowing you 9:00pm Wednesday.

Don’t forget to tune into JOY 94.9 Wednesday’s at 9pm to hear Knowing Me, Knowing You live.

The post Knowing … our resilience through NLP appeared first on Knowing Me Knowing You.

]]> On this episode of Knowing Me, Knowing You, Trent and Dave’s journey continues, across multiple episodes, exploring the topic of resilience. Mark Mesiti, the Founder and Head Coach at The... LEARN MORE Mark Mesiti, the Founder and Head Coach at The Rainbow Institute, an LGBTQIA+ Coaching and Mentoring Institute, joins the boys to unpack how Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) helps us build our resilience, including:

* How Mark found himself on his journey of becoming an NLP practitioner,
* What NLP is and what it involves,
* How our ‘Internal Representation System’ informs our view of the world,
* What resilience can look like, as well as
* How NLP can help rewire and reframe thoughts to help us build our resilience.

Please keep in mind, the discussions, topics, and advice provided as part of this podcast are general in nature. They should not replace specific and individualised mental health support that might be needed. If you are experiencing mental health concerns, you can visit the Joy Radio support page for assistance and guidance at: https://www.joy.org.au/support
 
 
Get in contact with the show:
We highly value your thoughts, opinions and feedback. Get in contact with them via:
Instagram: @kmkypodcast
Email: kmky@joy.org.au
 
About the show:
Knowing Me, Knowing You is hosted by Trent McWhinney and Dave Demmer.
Trent and Dave are mates, therapists, and all-round queer guys and they’re on a new journey of personal discovery. Get to know them, and yourself, as they dive into topics on mental health and self-development. Filled with vulnerability and laughter, the boys chat to professionals, experts, and those with lived experience to unpack what it means to truly know yourself.

Don’t forget to tune into JOY 94.9 Wednesday’s at 9pm to hear Knowing Me, Knowing You live.
]]> JOY 94.9 - Rainbow Community Podcasts for our LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Communities 1 1 14 14 full false Knowing … our resilience through GEM Strategy https://joy.org.au/knowingmeknowingyou/2024/10/04/resilience_gem_strategy/ Thu, 03 Oct 2024 21:32:43 +0000 https://joy.org.au/knowingmeknowingyou/?p=105 <p>On this episode of Knowing Me, Knowing You, Trent and Dave continue their journey, across multiple episodes, into exploring the topic of resilience. For this show, the boys look at... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/knowingmeknowingyou/2024/10/04/resilience_gem_strategy/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/knowingmeknowingyou/2024/10/04/resilience_gem_strategy/">Knowing … our resilience through GEM Strategy</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/knowingmeknowingyou">Knowing Me Knowing You</a>.</p> On this episode of Knowing Me, Knowing You, Trent and Dave continue their journey, across multiple episodes, into exploring the topic of resilience.

For this show, the boys look at how The Resilience Project’s “GEM strategy” can help better build our resilience. The boys chat about:

  • The elements that make up our resilience,
  • Why we want to be resilient, as well as
  • The GEM Strategy (Gratitude, Empathy, Mindfulness).

You can check out the ‘365 grateful project’ Ted Talk that Dave mentions here: 365 grateful project | Hailey Bartholomew | TEDxQUT (youtube.com)

 

Please keep in mind, the discussions, topics, and advice provided as part of this podcast are general in nature. They should not replace specific and individualised mental health support that might be needed. If you are experiencing mental health concerns, you can visit the Joy Radio support page for assistance and guidance at: https://www.joy.org.au/support

 

 

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We highly value your thoughts, opinions and feedback. Get in contact with them via:

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Email: kmky@joy.org.au

 

About the show:

Knowing Me, Knowing You is hosted by Trent McWhinney and Dave Demmer.

Trent and Dave are mates, therapists, and all-round queer guys on a new journey of personal discovery. Get to know them, and yourself, as they dive into topics on mental health and self-development. Filled with vulnerability and laughter, the boys chat to professionals, experts, and those with lived experience to unpack what it means to truly know yourself.

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]]> On this episode of Knowing Me, Knowing You, Trent and Dave continue their journey, across multiple episodes, into exploring the topic of resilience. For this show, the boys look at... LEARN MORE For this show, the boys look at how The Resilience Project’s “GEM strategy” can help better build our resilience. The boys chat about:

* The elements that make up our resilience,
* Why we want to be resilient, as well as
* The GEM Strategy (Gratitude, Empathy, Mindfulness).

You can check out the ‘365 grateful project’ Ted Talk that Dave mentions here: 365 grateful project | Hailey Bartholomew | TEDxQUT (youtube.com)
 
Please keep in mind, the discussions, topics, and advice provided as part of this podcast are general in nature. They should not replace specific and individualised mental health support that might be needed. If you are experiencing mental health concerns, you can visit the Joy Radio support page for assistance and guidance at: https://www.joy.org.au/support
 
 
Get in contact with the show:
We highly value your thoughts, opinions and feedback. Get in contact with them via:
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Email: kmky@joy.org.au
 
About the show:
Knowing Me, Knowing You is hosted by Trent McWhinney and Dave Demmer.
Trent and Dave are mates, therapists, and all-round queer guys on a new journey of personal discovery. Get to know them, and yourself, as they dive into topics on mental health and self-development. Filled with vulnerability and laughter, the boys chat to professionals, experts, and those with lived experience to unpack what it means to truly know yourself.

Don’t forget to tune into JOY 94.9 Wednesday’s at 9pm to hear Knowing Me, Knowing You live.
]]> JOY 94.9 - Rainbow Community Podcasts for our LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Communities 1 1 13 13 full false 47:50 Knowing … our anxiety through breathwork https://joy.org.au/knowingmeknowingyou/2024/09/26/anxiety_breathwork/ Wed, 25 Sep 2024 22:00:35 +0000 https://joy.org.au/knowingmeknowingyou/?p=103 <p>On this episode of Knowing Me, Knowing You, Trent and Dave bring their journey, across multiple episodes, into exploring the topic of anxiety to an end. For this final episode... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/knowingmeknowingyou/2024/09/26/anxiety_breathwork/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/knowingmeknowingyou/2024/09/26/anxiety_breathwork/">Knowing … our anxiety through breathwork</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/knowingmeknowingyou">Knowing Me Knowing You</a>.</p> On this episode of Knowing Me, Knowing You, Trent and Dave bring their journey, across multiple episodes, into exploring the topic of anxiety to an end.

For this final episode on anxiety, the boys speak with trauma-informed somatic breathwork practitioner, Katie Snyder (from The Whole Remedy), to find out how somatic breathwork can help us better understand and manage our anxiety. Katie talks about:

  • her path to discovering breathwork,
  • what the difference is between ‘somatic breathwork’ and ‘breathwork’,
  • trauma-informed breathwork,
  • the ways in which safety is maintained throughout a breathwork session,
  • the difference between ‘upregulating’ and ‘downregulating’ breathwork, as well as
  • the 4-7-8 breathing technique.

You can read more about the breathing technique and the studies that Katie mentions via:

Please keep in mind, the discussions, topics, and advice provided as part of this podcast are general in nature. They should not replace specific and individualised mental health support that might be needed. If you are experiencing mental health concerns, you can visit the Joy Radio support page for assistance and guidance at: https://www.joy.org.au/support

 

 

Get in contact with the show:

We highly value your thoughts, opinions and feedback. Get in contact with them via:

Instagram: @kmkypodcast

Email: kmky@joy.org.au

 

About the show:

Knowing Me, Knowing You is hosted by Trent McWhinney and Dave Demmer.

Trent and Dave are mates, therapists, and all-round queer guys on a new journey of personal discovery. Get to know them, and yourself, as they dive into topics on mental health and self-development. Filled with vulnerability and laughter, the boys chat to professionals, experts, and those with lived experience to unpack what it means to truly know yourself.

two males looking at the camera with the words knowing me knowing you 9:00pm Wednesday.

Don’t forget to tune into JOY 94.9 Wednesday’s at 9pm to hear Knowing Me, Knowing You live.

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]]> On this episode of Knowing Me, Knowing You, Trent and Dave bring their journey, across multiple episodes, into exploring the topic of anxiety to an end. For this final episode... LEARN MORE For this final episode on anxiety, the boys speak with trauma-informed somatic breathwork practitioner, Katie Snyder (from The Whole Remedy), to find out how somatic breathwork can help us better understand and manage our anxiety. Katie talks about:

* her path to discovering breathwork,
* what the difference is between ‘somatic breathwork’ and ‘breathwork’,
* trauma-informed breathwork,
* the ways in which safety is maintained throughout a breathwork session,
* the difference between ‘upregulating’ and ‘downregulating’ breathwork, as well as
* the 4-7-8 breathing technique.

You can read more about the breathing technique and the studies that Katie mentions via:

Psychological Climate for Caring and Work Outcomes: A Virtuous Cycle, which explains the effect of slow breathing techniques on generalized anxiety disorder (GAD)
Study on Controlled Breathing and Anxiety
Watch Dr. Andrew Weil demonstrate the 4-7-8 breathing technique on YouTube
Guided 4-7-8 breathing with Dr. Weil for anxiety relief

Please keep in mind, the discussions, topics, and advice provided as part of this podcast are general in nature. They should not replace specific and individualised mental health support that might be needed. If you are experiencing mental health concerns, you can visit the Joy Radio support page for assistance and guidance at: https://www.joy.org.au/support
 
 
Get in contact with the show:
We highly value your thoughts, opinions and feedback. Get in contact with them via:
Instagram: @kmkypodcast
Email: kmky@joy.org.au
 
About the show:
Knowing Me, Knowing You is hosted by Trent McWhinney and Dave Demmer.
Trent and Dave are mates, therapists, and all-round queer guys on a new journey of personal discovery. Get to know them, and yourself, as they dive into topics on mental health and self-development. Filled with vulnerability and laughter, the boys chat to professionals, experts, and those with lived experience to unpack what it means to truly know yourself.

Don’t forget to tune into JOY 94.9 Wednesday’s at 9pm to hear Knowing Me, Knowing You live.
]]> JOY 94.9 - Rainbow Community Podcasts for our LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Communities 1 1 12 12 full false 53:35 Knowing … our anxiety through CBT and Art Therapy https://joy.org.au/knowingmeknowingyou/2024/09/19/our_anxiety_cbt_and_art_therapy/ Wed, 18 Sep 2024 22:00:56 +0000 https://joy.org.au/knowingmeknowingyou/?p=97 <p>On this episode of Knowing Me, Knowing You, Trent and Dave continue their journey, across multiple episodes, into exploring the topic of anxiety. For this show, the boys look at... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/knowingmeknowingyou/2024/09/19/our_anxiety_cbt_and_art_therapy/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/knowingmeknowingyou/2024/09/19/our_anxiety_cbt_and_art_therapy/">Knowing … our anxiety through CBT and Art Therapy</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/knowingmeknowingyou">Knowing Me Knowing You</a>.</p> On this episode of Knowing Me, Knowing You, Trent and Dave continue their journey, across multiple episodes, into exploring the topic of anxiety.

For this show, the boys look at two therapeutic modalities that can help us better work with and manage our anxiety – Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Art Therapy. The boys discuss:

  • How CBT can help us understand the relationship between our thoughts, emotions and behaviours,
  • The role of CBT in helping us challenge and change our negative automatic thoughts,
  • Our core beliefs and how CBT helps us work with them better,
  • The importance of not avoiding behaviours that inform our anxiety,
  • The role Exposure Therapy can play in helping us manager our anxiety,
  • What Art Therapy is and how it helps us understand emotions like anxiety,
  • The difference between our mind brain, heart brain and gut brain, as well as
  • How creatively expressing emotions can provide a different perspective to understanding emotions like anxiety.

You can read the ‘Art as Emotion Regulation‘ study via Psychology Today: Art as Emotion Regulation | Psychology Today Australia

 

Please keep in mind, the discussions, topics, and advice provided as part of this podcast are general in nature. They should not replace specific and individualised mental health support that might be needed. If you are experiencing mental health concerns, you can visit the Joy Radio support page for assistance and guidance at: https://www.joy.org.au/support

 

 

Get in contact with the show:

We highly value your thoughts, opinions and feedback. Get in contact with them via:

Instagram: @kmkypodcast

Email: kmky@joy.org.au

 

About the show:

Knowing Me, Knowing You is hosted by Trent McWhinney and Dave Demmer.

Trent and Dave are mates, therapists, and all-round queer guys on a new journey of personal discovery. Get to know them, and yourself, as they dive into topics on mental health and self-development. Filled with vulnerability and laughter, the boys chat to professionals, experts, and those with lived experience to unpack what it means to truly know yourself.

two males looking at the camera with the words knowing me knowing you 9:00pm Wednesday.

Don’t forget to tune into JOY 94.9 Wednesday’s at 9pm to hear Knowing Me, Knowing You live.

The post Knowing … our anxiety through CBT and Art Therapy appeared first on Knowing Me Knowing You.

]]> On this episode of Knowing Me, Knowing You, Trent and Dave continue their journey, across multiple episodes, into exploring the topic of anxiety. For this show, the boys look at... LEARN MORE For this show, the boys look at two therapeutic modalities that can help us better work with and manage our anxiety – Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Art Therapy. The boys discuss:

* How CBT can help us understand the relationship between our thoughts, emotions and behaviours,
* The role of CBT in helping us challenge and change our negative automatic thoughts,
* Our core beliefs and how CBT helps us work with them better,
* The importance of not avoiding behaviours that inform our anxiety,
* The role Exposure Therapy can play in helping us manager our anxiety,
* What Art Therapy is and how it helps us understand emotions like anxiety,
* The difference between our mind brain, heart brain and gut brain, as well as
* How creatively expressing emotions can provide a different perspective to understanding emotions like anxiety.

You can read the ‘Art as Emotion Regulation‘ study via Psychology Today: Art as Emotion Regulation | Psychology Today Australia
 
Please keep in mind, the discussions, topics, and advice provided as part of this podcast are general in nature. They should not replace specific and individualised mental health support that might be needed. If you are experiencing mental health concerns, you can visit the Joy Radio support page for assistance and guidance at: https://www.joy.org.au/support
 
 
Get in contact with the show:
We highly value your thoughts, opinions and feedback. Get in contact with them via:
Instagram: @kmkypodcast
Email: kmky@joy.org.au
 
About the show:
Knowing Me, Knowing You is hosted by Trent McWhinney and Dave Demmer.
Trent and Dave are mates, therapists, and all-round queer guys on a new journey of personal discovery. Get to know them, and yourself, as they dive into topics on mental health and self-development. Filled with vulnerability and laughter, the boys chat to professionals, experts, and those with lived experience to unpack what it means to truly know yourself.

Don’t forget to tune into JOY 94.9 Wednesday’s at 9pm to hear Knowing Me, Knowing You live.
]]> JOY 94.9 - Rainbow Community Podcasts for our LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Communities 1 1 11 11 full false 50:07 Knowing … our anxiety through lived experience https://joy.org.au/knowingmeknowingyou/2024/09/12/our_anxiety_lived_experience/ Wed, 11 Sep 2024 22:00:30 +0000 https://joy.org.au/knowingmeknowingyou/?p=90 <p>On this episode of Knowing Me, Knowing You, Trent and Dave continue their journey, across multiple episodes, into exploring the topic of working with our anxiety. Joined by guest speaker,... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/knowingmeknowingyou/2024/09/12/our_anxiety_lived_experience/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/knowingmeknowingyou/2024/09/12/our_anxiety_lived_experience/">Knowing … our anxiety through lived experience</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/knowingmeknowingyou">Knowing Me Knowing You</a>.</p> On this episode of Knowing Me, Knowing You, Trent and Dave continue their journey, across multiple episodes, into exploring the topic of working with our anxiety.

Joined by guest speaker, Sean Towner from the Beyond Blue Speaker Program, Sean shares his story of having lived experience of anxiety, including:

  • His experience of coming to accept his sexuality,
  • Coming out to his family about his sexuality and his mental health,
  • Using alcohol to try and deal with his mental health when he was younger,
  • The ways he’s learnt to manage his anxiety,
  • His tips for how we can better manage our anxiety, as well as
  • How we can be there for a loved one if they are experiencing anxiety.

You can find the Beyond Blue support page mentioned in the interview here: Get support – Beyond Blue – Beyond Blue

Please keep in mind, the discussions, topics, and advice provided as part of this podcast are general in nature. They should not replace specific and individualised mental health support that might be needed. If you are experiencing mental health concerns, you can visit the Joy Radio support page for assistance and guidance at: https://www.joy.org.au/support

 

 

Get in contact with the show:

Your thoughts, opinions and feedback are highly valued by the team. Get in contact with them via:

Instagram: @kmkypodcast

Email: kmky@joy.org.au

 

About the show:

Knowing Me, Knowing You is hosted by Trent McWhinney and Dave Demmer.

Trent and Dave are mates, therapists, and all-round queer guys on a new journey of personal discovery. Get to know them, and yourself, as they dive into topics on mental health and self-development. Filled with vulnerability and laughter, the boys chat to professionals, experts, and those with lived experience to unpack what it means to truly know yourself.

two males looking at the camera with the words knowing me knowing you 9:00pm Wednesday.

Don’t forget to tune into JOY 94.9 Wednesday’s at 9pm to hear Knowing Me, Knowing You live.

The post Knowing … our anxiety through lived experience appeared first on Knowing Me Knowing You.

]]> On this episode of Knowing Me, Knowing You, Trent and Dave continue their journey, across multiple episodes, into exploring the topic of working with our anxiety. Joined by guest speaker,... LEARN MORE Joined by guest speaker, Sean Towner from the Beyond Blue Speaker Program, Sean shares his story of having lived experience of anxiety, including:

* His experience of coming to accept his sexuality,
* Coming out to his family about his sexuality and his mental health,
* Using alcohol to try and deal with his mental health when he was younger,
* The ways he’s learnt to manage his anxiety,
* His tips for how we can better manage our anxiety, as well as
* How we can be there for a loved one if they are experiencing anxiety.

You can find the Beyond Blue support page mentioned in the interview here: Get support – Beyond Blue – Beyond Blue
Please keep in mind, the discussions, topics, and advice provided as part of this podcast are general in nature. They should not replace specific and individualised mental health support that might be needed. If you are experiencing mental health concerns, you can visit the Joy Radio support page for assistance and guidance at: https://www.joy.org.au/support
 
 
Get in contact with the show:
Your thoughts, opinions and feedback are highly valued by the team. Get in contact with them via:
Instagram: @kmkypodcast
Email: kmky@joy.org.au
 
About the show:
Knowing Me, Knowing You is hosted by Trent McWhinney and Dave Demmer.
Trent and Dave are mates, therapists, and all-round queer guys on a new journey of personal discovery. Get to know them, and yourself, as they dive into topics on mental health and self-development. Filled with vulnerability and laughter, the boys chat to professionals, experts, and those with lived experience to unpack what it means to truly know yourself.

Don’t forget to tune into JOY 94.9 Wednesday’s at 9pm to hear Knowing Me, Knowing You live.
]]> JOY 94.9 - Rainbow Community Podcasts for our LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Communities 1 1 10 10 full false 53:15 Knowing … our Anxiety through Hypnotherapy https://joy.org.au/knowingmeknowingyou/2024/09/05/anxiety_hypnotherapy/ Wed, 04 Sep 2024 22:00:09 +0000 https://joy.org.au/knowingmeknowingyou/?p=85 <p>On this episode of Knowing Me, Knowing You, Trent and Dave continue their journey, across multiple episodes, into exploring the topic of anxiety. Joined by guest hypnotherapist Lawrence Akers the... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/knowingmeknowingyou/2024/09/05/anxiety_hypnotherapy/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/knowingmeknowingyou/2024/09/05/anxiety_hypnotherapy/">Knowing … our Anxiety through Hypnotherapy</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/knowingmeknowingyou">Knowing Me Knowing You</a>.</p> On this episode of Knowing Me, Knowing You, Trent and Dave continue their journey, across multiple episodes, into exploring the topic of anxiety. Joined by guest hypnotherapist Lawrence Akers the... LEARN MORE Joined by guest hypnotherapist Lawrence Akers the boys find out how hypnotherapy can help us better understand our anxiety, including:

* What hypnotherapy (and hypnosis) is, and what it isn’t,
* How hypnotherapy can help us access our unconscious mind,
* The relationship between hypnosis and mindfulness,
* Whether hypnotherapy is for everyone, as well as
* How hypnotherapy can help us manage our anxiety.

You can also check out Lawrence’s blog here: Hypnotherapy and Counseling Melbourne – Release Hypnosis
Please keep in mind, the discussions, topics, and advice provided as part of this podcast are general in nature. They should not replace specific and individualised mental health support that might be needed. If you are experiencing mental health concerns, you can visit the Joy Radio support page for assistance and guidance at: https://www.joy.org.au/support
 
 
Get in contact with the show:
Your thoughts, opinions and feedback are highly valued by the team.  Get in contact with them via:
Instagram: @kmkypodcast
Email: kmky@joy.org.au
 
About the show:
Knowing Me, Knowing You is hosted by Trent McWhinney and Dave Demmer.
Trent and Dave are mates, therapists, and all-round queer guys on a new journey of personal discovery. Get to know them, and yourself, as they dive into topics on mental health and self-development. Filled with vulnerability and laughter, the boys chat to professionals, experts, and those with lived experience to unpack what it means to truly know yourself.

Don’t forget to tune into JOY 94.9 Wednesday’s at 9pm to hear Knowing Me, Knowing You live.
]]> JOY 94.9 - Rainbow Community Podcasts for our LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Communities 1 1 9 9 full false 53:23 Knowing … our Anxiety https://joy.org.au/knowingmeknowingyou/2024/08/29/anxiety/ Wed, 28 Aug 2024 22:00:15 +0000 https://joy.org.au/knowingmeknowingyou/?p=78 <p>On this episode of Knowing Me, Knowing You, Trent and Dave start their journey, across multiple episodes, into exploring the topic of anxiety. For this episode, the boys set the... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/knowingmeknowingyou/2024/08/29/anxiety/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/knowingmeknowingyou/2024/08/29/anxiety/">Knowing … our Anxiety</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/knowingmeknowingyou">Knowing Me Knowing You</a>.</p> On this episode of Knowing Me, Knowing You, Trent and Dave start their journey, across multiple episodes, into exploring the topic of anxiety. For this episode, the boys set the... LEARN MORE For this episode, the boys set the scene by doing some ‘self-exploration’ into anxiety and by talking all about what anxiety is, how it occurs, what happens to us when it occurs and how we tend to respond to it. The boys discuss and share:

* their expertise, knowledge and experience about the impacts of anxiety – Dave, from a professional perspective, and Trent, from a personal lived/living experience,
* why we have emotions like anxiety, what they’re made up of and how we can best work with them,
* the relevance and importance of ‘flight’, ‘fright’ and ‘freeze’, as well as
* what “safety behaviours” are and why they’re important.

You can also check out the YouTube video that Dave mentions here: It’s not about the nail
Please keep in mind, the discussions, topics, and advice provided as part of this podcast are general in nature. They should not replace specific and individualised mental health support that might be needed. If you are experiencing mental health concerns, you can visit the Joy Radio support page for assistance and guidance at: https://www.joy.org.au/support
 
 
Get in contact with the show:
Your thoughts, opinions and feedback are highly valued by the team.  Get in contact with them via:
Instagram: @kmkypodcast
Email: kmky@joy.org.au
 
About the show:
Knowing Me, Knowing You is hosted by Trent McWhinney and Dave Demmer.
Trent and Dave are mates, therapists, and all-round queer guys on a new journey of personal discovery. Get to know them, and yourself, as they dive into topics on mental health and self-development. Filled with vulnerability and laughter, the boys chat to professionals, experts, and those with lived experience to unpack what it means to truly know yourself.

Don’t forget to tune into JOY 94.9 Wednesday’s at 9pm to hear Knowing Me, Knowing You live.
]]> JOY 94.9 - Rainbow Community Podcasts for our LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Communities 1 1 8 8 full false 54:03 Knowing … our kinks and taboos https://joy.org.au/knowingmeknowingyou/2024/08/22/kinks_and_taboos/ Wed, 21 Aug 2024 22:00:35 +0000 https://joy.org.au/knowingmeknowingyou/?p=71 <p>On this episode of Knowing Me, Knowing You, Trent and Dave explore the parts of people that can often be hidden – their sexual kinks and taboos. Dave speaks to... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/knowingmeknowingyou/2024/08/22/kinks_and_taboos/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/knowingmeknowingyou/2024/08/22/kinks_and_taboos/">Knowing … our kinks and taboos</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/knowingmeknowingyou">Knowing Me Knowing You</a>.</p> On this episode of Knowing Me, Knowing You, Trent and Dave explore the parts of people that can often be hidden – their sexual kinks and taboos. Dave speaks to... LEARN MORE Dave speaks to Dr Sarah Aston, the Director and Founder of Sexual Health and Intimacy Psychological Services (SHIPS) about a range of topics, including:

* What the difference is between kinks and paraphilia disorders,
* How people’s interests in their kinks and fantasies may be an adaptive way to deal with earlier traumatic lived experience,
* The role shame and internalised homophobia can play in a person’s stigimisation of their own kinks, taboos and fetishes, as well as
* The potential impact of neurodiversity on sexual interests and arousal.

In addition, the boys discuss:

* How “intimate disclosure” on dating apps can help with safe exploration of kinks, fantasies and fetishes,
* Whether personal values can inform or inhibit our expression of kinks and fetishes, and
* How exploring kinks and fetishes could be perceived as a healthy expression of a person’s sexuality.

Please keep in mind, the discussions, topics, and advice provided as part of this podcast are general in nature. They should not replace specific and individualised mental health support that might be needed. If you are experiencing mental health concerns, you can visit the Joy Radio support page for assistance and guidance at: https://www.joy.org.au/support
 
Get in contact with the show:
Your thoughts, opinions and feedback are highly valued by the team.  Get in contact with them via:
Instagram: @kmkypodcast
Email: kmky@joy.org.au
 
About the show:
Knowing Me, Knowing You is hosted by Trent McWhinney and Dave Demmer.
Trent and Dave are mates, therapists, and all-round queer guys on a new journey of personal discovery. Get to know them, and yourself, as they dive into topics on mental health and self-development. Filled with vulnerability and laughter, the boys chat to professionals, experts, and those with lived experience to unpack what it means to truly know yourself.

Don’t forget to tune into JOY 94.9 Wednesday’s at 9pm to hear Knowing Me, Knowing You live.
]]> JOY 94.9 - Rainbow Community Podcasts for our LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Communities 1 1 7 7 full false 56:19 Knowing … the impact of dating apps on our mental health pt. 2 https://joy.org.au/knowingmeknowingyou/2024/08/15/dating_apps-2/ Wed, 14 Aug 2024 22:00:16 +0000 https://joy.org.au/knowingmeknowingyou/?p=59 <p>On this episode of Knowing Me, Knowing You, Trent and Dave continue their exploration of the impacts of dating apps on mental health. They start by having a cheeky chat... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/knowingmeknowingyou/2024/08/15/dating_apps-2/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/knowingmeknowingyou/2024/08/15/dating_apps-2/">Knowing … the impact of dating apps on our mental health pt. 2</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/knowingmeknowingyou">Knowing Me Knowing You</a>.</p> On this episode of Knowing Me, Knowing You, Trent and Dave continue their exploration of the impacts of dating apps on mental health. They start by having a cheeky chat... LEARN MORE They start by having a cheeky chat around some pet peeves related to their experiences on the apps before discussing their thoughts and responses to some listener questions. The boys did a shout out on their social media to find out what listeners wanted to know more about related to the impacts of dating apps on mental health, and some of the topics they cover include whether the apps:

* make it easier to access relationships and connections,
* make navigating communication simpler,
* are just all about hooking up and promoting “hookup culture”,
* allow for romantic and sexual exploration, and/or
* promote safe spaces for our communities to engage.


Please keep in mind, the discussions, topics, and advice provided as part of this podcast are general in nature. They should not replace specific and individualised mental health support that might be needed. If you are experiencing mental health concerns, you can visit the Joy Radio support page for assistance and guidance at: https://www.joy.org.au/support
 
Get in contact with the show:
Your thoughts, opinions and feedback are highly valued by the team.  Get in contact with them via:
Instagram: @kmkypodcast
Email: kmky@joy.org.au
 
About the show:
Knowing Me, Knowing You is hosted by Trent McWhinney and Dave Demmer.
Trent and Dave are mates, therapists, and all-round queer guys on a new journey of personal discovery. Get to know them, and yourself, as they dive into topics on mental health and self-development. Filled with vulnerability and laughter, the boys chat to professionals, experts, and those with lived experience to unpack what it means to truly know yourself.

Don’t forget to tune into JOY 94.9 Wednesday’s at 9pm to hear Knowing Me, Knowing You live.
]]> JOY 94.9 - Rainbow Community Podcasts for our LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Communities 1 1 6 6 full false 52:45 Knowing … the impact of dating apps on our mental health https://joy.org.au/knowingmeknowingyou/2024/08/08/dating_apps/ Wed, 07 Aug 2024 22:00:57 +0000 https://joy.org.au/knowingmeknowingyou/?p=54 <p>On this episode of Knowing Me, Knowing You, Trent and Dave explore the impacts of dating apps on mental health. This episode the boys discuss: their own personal experiences using... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/knowingmeknowingyou/2024/08/08/dating_apps/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/knowingmeknowingyou/2024/08/08/dating_apps/">Knowing … the impact of dating apps on our mental health</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/knowingmeknowingyou">Knowing Me Knowing You</a>.</p> On this episode of Knowing Me, Knowing You, Trent and Dave explore the impacts of dating apps on mental health. This episode the boys discuss: their own personal experiences using... LEARN MORE
* their own personal experiences using dating apps and how this informs their views and opinions of dating apps, as well as the impact of the apps on their own mental health,
* literature and research papers related to the impacts of dating apps on mental health,
* how an individual’s own expectations can impact their experiencing of dating apps,
* the “Alone together phenomenon”,
* the potentially negative impacts dating apps can have on our mental health and/or inform mental ill-health,
* whether there’s a difference in how we treat each other online vs when we’re in-person, as well as
* the concept of there being an “unrealistic perception of choice” when using dating apps.

The literature and research papers that the boy make reference to, include:
Swipe-based dating applications use and its association with mental health outcomes: a cross-sectional study
Dating Apps and Mental Health Status: Is There a Link?
Social Consequences of Grindr Use: Extending the Internet-Enhanced Self-Disclosure Hypothesis
The influence of Grindr, a geosocial networking application, on body image in gay, bisexual and other men who have sex with men: An exploratory study
 
Please keep in mind, the discussions, topics, and advice provided as part of this podcast are general in nature. They should not replace specific and individualised mental health support that might be needed. If you are experiencing mental health concerns, you can visit the Joy Radio support page for assistance and guidance at: https://www.joy.org.au/support
 
Get in contact with the show:
Your thoughts, opinions and feedback are highly valued by the team.  Get in contact with them via:
Instagram: @kmkypodcast
Email: kmky@joy.org.au
 
About the show:
Knowing Me, Knowing You is hosted by Trent McWhinney and Dave Demmer.
Trent and Dave are mates, therapists, and all-round queer guys on a new journey of personal discovery. Get to know them, and yourself, as they dive into topics on mental health and self-development. Filled with vulnerability and laughter, the boys chat to professionals, experts, and those with lived experience to unpack what it means to truly know yourself.

Don’t forget to tune into JOY 94.9 Wednesday’s at 9pm to hear Knowing Me, Knowing You live.
]]> JOY 94.9 - Rainbow Community Podcasts for our LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Communities 1 1 5 5 full false 47:31 Knowing … the impact of our Social Media use https://joy.org.au/knowingmeknowingyou/2024/08/01/social-media/ Wed, 31 Jul 2024 22:00:28 +0000 https://joy.org.au/knowingmeknowingyou/?p=47 <p>On this episode of Knowing Me, Knowing You, Trent and Dave explore the impacts of social media on mental health, including: discussing how they use social media (both personally and... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/knowingmeknowingyou/2024/08/01/social-media/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/knowingmeknowingyou/2024/08/01/social-media/">Knowing … the impact of our Social Media use</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/knowingmeknowingyou">Knowing Me Knowing You</a>.</p> On this episode of Knowing Me, Knowing You, Trent and Dave explore the impacts of social media on mental health, including: discussing how they use social media (both personally and... LEARN MORE
* discussing how they use social media (both personally and professionally) and its impacts on their mental health,
* sharing a ‘behind the scenes’ understanding of how and why social media channels use their platforms to market to us, as well as
* talking through a research paper, which raises some of the implications of social media on mental health.

You can find the Neuroscience of Consciousness article the boys discuss here: ‘Digital Being: social media and the predictive mind‘
Please keep in mind, the discussions, topics, and advice provided as part of this podcast are general in nature. They should not replace specific and individualised mental health support that might be needed. If you are experiencing mental health concerns, you can visit the Joy Radio support page for assistance and guidance at: https://www.joy.org.au/support
 
Get in contact with the show:
Your thoughts, opinions and feedback are highly valued by the team.  Get in contact with them via:
Instagram: @kmkypodcast
Email: kmky@joy.org.au
 
About the show:
Knowing Me, Knowing You is hosted by Trent McWhinney and Dave Demmer.
Trent and Dave are mates, therapists, and all-round queer guys on a new journey of personal discovery. Get to know them, and yourself, as they dive into topics on mental health and self-development. Filled with vulnerability and laughter, the boys chat to professionals, experts, and those with lived experience to unpack what it means to truly know yourself.

Don’t forget to tune into JOY 94.9 Wednesday’s at 9pm to hear Knowing Me, Knowing You live.
]]> JOY 94.9 - Rainbow Community Podcasts for our LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Communities 1 1 4 4 full false 52:40 Knowing … the benefits of Psychotherapy https://joy.org.au/knowingmeknowingyou/2024/07/25/psychotherapy/ Wed, 24 Jul 2024 22:00:38 +0000 https://joy.org.au/knowingmeknowingyou/?p=40 <p>On this episode of Knowing Me, Knowing You, Trent and Dave explore psychotherapy. Joined by guest psychologist Vikki Sinnott, the boys: unpack the talk therapy elements of psychotherapy, discuss if... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/knowingmeknowingyou/2024/07/25/psychotherapy/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/knowingmeknowingyou/2024/07/25/psychotherapy/">Knowing … the benefits of Psychotherapy</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/knowingmeknowingyou">Knowing Me Knowing You</a>.</p> On this episode of Knowing Me, Knowing You, Trent and Dave explore psychotherapy. Joined by guest psychologist Vikki Sinnott, the boys: unpack the talk therapy elements of psychotherapy, discuss if... LEARN MORE
* unpack the talk therapy elements of psychotherapy,
* discuss if therapy has become too strategy-focused at the expense of self-exploration, and
* chat through how to know if you’re ready for therapy.

Please keep in mind, the discussions, topics, and advice provided as part of this podcast are general in nature. They should not replace specific and individualised mental health support that might be needed. If you are experiencing mental health concerns, you can visit the Joy Radio support page for assistance and guidance at: https://www.joy.org.au/support
 
Get in contact with the show:
Your thoughts, opinions and feedback are highly valued by the team.  Get in contact with them via:
Instagram: @kmkypodcast
Email: kmky@joy.org.au
 
About the show:
Knowing Me, Knowing You is hosted by Trent McWhinney and Dave Demmer.
Trent and Dave are mates, therapists, and all-round queer guys on a new journey of personal discovery. Get to know them, and yourself, as they dive into topics on mental health and self-development. Filled with vulnerability and laughter, the boys chat to professionals, experts, and those with lived experience to unpack what it means to truly know yourself.

Don’t forget to tune into JOY 94.9 Wednesday’s at 9pm to hear Knowing Me, Knowing You live.
]]> JOY 94.9 - Rainbow Community Podcasts for our LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Communities 1 1 3 3 full false 56:00 Knowing … the benefits of Mindfulness https://joy.org.au/knowingmeknowingyou/2024/07/18/mindfulness/ Wed, 17 Jul 2024 22:00:01 +0000 https://joy.org.au/knowingmeknowingyou/?p=34 <p>On this episode of Knowing Me, Knowing You, Trent and Dave learn a little more about how practicing mindfulness can help people connect better with themselves. They speak with Mindfulness... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/knowingmeknowingyou/2024/07/18/mindfulness/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/knowingmeknowingyou/2024/07/18/mindfulness/">Knowing … the benefits of Mindfulness</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/knowingmeknowingyou">Knowing Me Knowing You</a>.</p> On this episode of Knowing Me, Knowing You, Trent and Dave learn a little more about how practicing mindfulness can help people connect better with themselves. They speak with Mindfulness... LEARN MORE Mindfulness in Australia Owner and Facilitator Rita Riccola to:

* Unpack what “mindfulness” is
* Find out how mindfulness helps people connect with their emotions
* Discuss strategies for calming the nervous system
* Find out how Rita’s training relates to internationally-recognised mindfulness guru, Eckhart Tolle, and
* Learn what the difference is between “mindfulness” and “meditation”

You can watch the video of Oprah Winfrey interviewing Eckart Tolle on YouTube: Oprah Winfrey early interview with Eckhart Tolle , Author of Power of Now, A New Earth, Stillness (youtube.com)
Please keep in mind, the discussions, topics, and advice provided as part of this podcast are general in nature. They should not replace specific and individualised mental health support that might be needed. If you are experiencing mental health concerns, you can visit the Joy Radio support page for assistance and guidance at: https://www.joy.org.au/support
 
Get in contact with the show:
Your thoughts, opinions and feedback are highly valued by the team.  Get in contact with them via:
Instagram: @kmkypodcast
Email: kmky@joy.org.au
 
About the show:
Knowing Me, Knowing You is hosted by Trent McWhinney and Dave Demmer.
Trent and Dave are mates, therapists, and all-around queer guys on a new journey of personal discovery. Get to know them, and yourself, as they dive into topics on mental health and self-development. Filled with vulnerability and laughter, the boys chat to professionals, experts, and those with lived experience to unpack what it means to truly know yourself.

Don’t forget to tune into JOY 94.9 Wednesday’s at 9pm to hear Knowing Me, Knowing You live.
]]> JOY 94.9 - Rainbow Community Podcasts for our LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Communities 1 1 2 2 full false 52:22 Knowing … Art Therapy https://joy.org.au/knowingmeknowingyou/2024/07/11/knowing-art-therapy/ Wed, 10 Jul 2024 22:00:09 +0000 https://joy.org.au/knowingmeknowingyou/?p=15 <p>On this episode of Knowing Me, Knowing You, Trent and Dave get to know a little more about the world of Art Therapy. They speak with ANZACATA’s CEO Kate Dempsey... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/knowingmeknowingyou/2024/07/11/knowing-art-therapy/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/knowingmeknowingyou/2024/07/11/knowing-art-therapy/">Knowing … Art Therapy</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/knowingmeknowingyou">Knowing Me Knowing You</a>.</p> On this episode of Knowing Me, Knowing You, Trent and Dave get to know a little more about the world of Art Therapy. They speak with ANZACATA’s CEO Kate Dempsey... LEARN MORE ANZACATA’s CEO Kate Dempsey about:

* The role of Creative Arts Therapy in Australia.
* The advocacy role that ANZACATA does for Creative Arts Therapists, and
* Why someone might want to seek out therapeutic arts support

You can also find the ‘Find a Therapist’ directory mentioned in the show, via: FIND A THERAPIST (anzacata.org)
Please keep in mind, the discussions, topics, and advice provided as part of this podcast are general in nature. They should not replace specific and individualised mental health support that might be needed. If you are experiencing mental health concerns, you can visit the Joy Radio support page for assistance and guidance at: https://www.joy.org.au/support
 
Get in contact with the show:
Your thoughts, opinions and feedback are highly valued by the team.  Get in contact with them via:
Instagram: @kmkypodcast
Email: kmky@joy.org.au
 
About the show:
Knowing Me, Knowing You is hosted by Trent McWhinney and Dave Demmer.
Trent and Dave are mates, therapists, and all-around queer guys on a new journey of personal discovery. Get to know them, and yourself, as they dive into topics on mental health and self-development. Filled with vulnerability and laughter, the boys chat to professionals, experts, and those with lived experience to unpack what it means to truly know yourself.

Don’t forget to tune into JOY 94.9 Wednesday’s at 9pm to hear Knowing Me, Knowing You live.
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