It's Not All In Your Head

Emilie Brown

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S6 E6 | Just Breathe...

S6 E6 | Just Breathe...

If you're going to find yourself embroiled with a con-man, you definitely want to have a background in breath, and how we can regulate our nervous system... This is exactly the situation Emma found herself in! She takes me through how she found the practice of breathing for health care, and what we can do to adopt these amazing practices! **Content Note: trauma, mention of rape, con-man, crime, child abuse, hyperemesis gravidarium** Find Emma: The Breath Effect https://www.thebreatheffect.com/ Free Thrive Masterclass https://thebreatheffect.clickfunnels.com/masterclassgxcdmjbt Cultivating Calm Mastermind https://www.thebreatheffect.com/cultivating-calm/ Conning the Con podcast https://shows.acast.com/conningthecon Find us at: https://inaiyh.com/ https://www.patreon.com/inaiyh @itsnotallinyourheadpod itsnotallinyourhead@outlook.com If you ever need to reach out for support, please do so; **And if you are ever in immediate danger, please call 000, or the emergency number in your country** Beyond Blue - 1300 22 46 36 https://www.beyondblue.org.au/ Lifeline - 13 11 14 https://www.lifeline.org.au/ Mind Australia https://www.mindaustralia.org.au Sane Australia https://www.sane.org/

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S6 E6 | Just Breathe...

S6 E6 | Just Breathe...

If you're going to find yourself embroiled with a con-man, you definitely want to have a background in breath, and how we can regulate our nervous system... This is exactly the situation Emma found herself in! She takes me through how she found the practice of breathing for health care, and what we can do to adopt these amazing practices! **Content Note: trauma, mention of rape, con-man, crime, child abuse, hyperemesis gravidarium** Find Emma: The Breath Effect https://www.thebreatheffect.com/ Free Thrive Masterclass https://thebreatheffect.clickfunnels.com/masterclassgxcdmjbt Cultivating Calm Mastermind https://www.thebreatheffect.com/cultivating-calm/ Conning the Con podcast https://shows.acast.com/conningthecon Find us at: https://inaiyh.com/ https://www.patreon.com/inaiyh @itsnotallinyourheadpod itsnotallinyourhead@outlook.com If you ever need to reach out for support, please do so; **And if you are ever in immediate danger, please call 000, or the emergency number in your country** Beyond Blue - 1300 22 46 36 https://www.beyondblue.org.au/ Lifeline - 13 11 14 https://www.lifeline.org.au/ Mind Australia https://www.mindaustralia.org.au Sane Australia https://www.sane.org/

S6 E5 | Two for the price of One!

S6 E5 | Two for the price of One!

Don't be so coMORBID! Richo the Shrink and I explore what it means to have more than one diagnosis and how the treatment is approached! **Content Note: trauma, physical illness** Find us at: https://inaiyh.com/ https://www.patreon.com/inaiyh @itsnotallinyourheadpod itsnotallinyourhead@outlook.com If you ever need to reach out for support, please do so; **And if you are ever in immediate danger, please call 000, or the emergency number in your country** Beyond Blue - 1300 22 46 36 https://www.beyondblue.org.au/ Lifeline - 13 11 14 https://www.lifeline.org.au/ Mind Australia https://www.mindaustralia.org.au Sane Australia https://www.sane.org/

BONUS | Managing in crisis-mode...

BONUS | Managing in crisis-mode...

.... Or, more accurately; not managing! I know lots of people are doing it tough especially those in Melbourne with the newest lockdown, so I just wanted to pop on here with a timely reminder (for you guys as well as for myself!) about what to do in these times of crisis. **Content Note: covid, lockdown, vaccines, pandemic burnout** Find us at: https://inaiyh.com/ https://www.patreon.com/inaiyh @itsnotallinyourheadpod itsnotallinyourhead@outlook.com If you ever need to reach out for support, please do so; **And if you are ever in immediate danger please call 000, or the emergency number in your country** Beyond Blue - 1300 22 46 36 https://www.beyondblue.org.au/ Lifeline - 13 11 14 https://www.lifeline.org.au/ Mind Australia https://www.mindaustralia.org.au Sane Australia https://www.sane.org/

S6 E4 | Dreams...

S6 E4 | Dreams...

... Ugh, I wish I could think of a more creative name for the episode! Carrying on from the last episode's very sciency chat with Dr Mark Ryan from neuroCare clinics, this week I went on a much less-sciency deep dive into the world of dreams! What do they mean? And can we use our dreams as a tool in our mental health toolkit? I guess you'll have to listen and find out! **Content Note: sleep health, mental health, dreams, nightmares, night terrors** Find us at: https://inaiyh.com/ https://www.patreon.com/inaiyh @itsnotallinyourheadpod itsnotallinyourhead@outlook.com If you ever need to reach out for support, please do so; **And if you are ever in immediate danger please call 000, or the emergency number in your country** Beyond Blue - 1300 22 46 36 https://www.beyondblue.org.au/ Lifeline - 13 11 14 https://www.lifeline.org.au/ Mind Australia https://www.mindaustralia.org.au Sane Australia https://www.sane.org/

S6 E3 | Sleep, glorious sleep!

S6 E3 | Sleep, glorious sleep!

I get some AMAZING insight in to sleep, the affect it has on hour health, and why a good nights-sleep is the greatest tool in our mental-health toolkit! Dr Mark Ryan from neuroCare clinics talks me through all the brain and body sciencey-stuff to do with sleep, and why a holistic approach to mental health treatment should be standard practice **enthusiastic clap!!!** I found Mark through his article here https://neurocareclinics.com.au/2019/06/17/waking-up-to-the-role-of-sleep-in-adhd/ Mark recommends books written by Lisa Feldman Barrett which you can find here https://lisafeldmanbarrett.com/ **Content note: sleep health, mental health, ADHD, Psychiatry, cognitive impairments** Find us at: https://inaiyh.com/ https://www.patreon.com/inaiyh @itsnotallinyourheadpod itsnotallinyourhead@outlook.com If you ever need to reach out for support, please do so; **And if you are ever in immediate danger please call 000, or the emergency number in your country** Beyond Blue - 1300 22 46 36 https://www.beyondblue.org.au/ Lifeline - 13 11 14 https://www.lifeline.org.au/ Mind Australia https://www.mindaustralia.org.au Sane Australia https://www.sane.org/

S6 E2 | Therapise me!

S6 E2 | Therapise me!

This week; resident psychologist/mine and Sarah's father, Richard Brown, test out if just us 2 on the podcast without Steph is going to be too much sarcastic humour... you tell us! We explore all things talking therapy, with golden nuggets such as who should be getting therapy, what kind of therapists you could see, and red flags to watch out for when visiting a new therapist! **Content note: trauma, inappropriate therapists Find us at: https://inaiyh.com/ https://www.patreon.com/inaiyh @itsnotallinyourheadpod itsnotallinyourhead@outlook.com If you ever need to reach out for support, please do so; **And if you are ever in immediate danger please call 000, or the emergency number in your country** Beyond Blue - 1300 22 46 36 https://www.beyondblue.org.au/ Lifeline - 13 11 14 https://www.lifeline.org.au/ Mind Australia https://www.mindaustralia.org.au Sane Australia https://www.sane.org/

S6 E1 | Steph's Great Betrayal

S6 E1 | Steph's Great Betrayal

Very big news to start out Season 6!! **Content note: Eating disorders, child sex abuse, post natal depression, medical anxiety Find us at: https://inaiyh.com/ https://www.patreon.com/inaiyh @itsnotallinyourheadpod itsnotallinyourhead@outlook.com If you ever need to reach out for support, please do so; **And if you are ever in immediate danger please call 000, or the emergency number in your country** Beyond Blue - 1300 22 46 36 https://www.beyondblue.org.au/ Lifeline - 13 11 14 https://www.lifeline.org.au/ Mind Australia https://www.mindaustralia.org.au Sane Australia https://www.sane.org/

S5 E5 | Inside a schizoaffective mind p2

S5 E5 | Inside a schizoaffective mind p2

Bree offers us further insight into her experience with schizoaffective disorder, and we weigh in on the treatment of these low-prevalence illnesses by the justice system. Find Bree @TaranaDolmeto on twitter. Find us at: https://inaiyh.com/ https://www.patreon.com/inaiyh @itsnotallinyourheadpod itsnotallinyourhead@outlook.com If you ever need to reach out for support, please do so; **And if you are ever in immediate danger please call 000, or the emergency number in your country** Beyond Blue - 1300 22 46 36 https://www.beyondblue.org.au/ Lifeline - 13 11 14 https://www.lifeline.org.au/ Mind Australia https://www.mindaustralia.org.au Sane Australia https://www.sane.org/

S5 E4 | Within a schizoaffective mind p1

S5 E4 | Within a schizoaffective mind p1

Bree gives us the first half of her story of how she came to the diagnosis of schizoaffective disorder. Find us at: https://inaiyh.com/ https://www.patreon.com/inaiyh @itsnotallinyourheadpod itsnotallinyourhead@outlook.com If you ever need to reach out for support, please do so; **And if you are ever in immediate danger please call 000, or the emergency number in your country** Beyond Blue - 1300 22 46 36 https://www.beyondblue.org.au/ Lifeline - 13 11 14 https://www.lifeline.org.au/ Mind Australia https://www.mindaustralia.org.au Sane Australia https://www.sane.org/

S5 E3 | Finding your purpose

S5 E3 | Finding your purpose

Seriously, what the heck are we all doing here? Who knows!? Join us as we discuss ur journeys to discovering our "whys" and PLEASE let us know if you have any other tips or tricks! Find us at: https://inaiyh.com/ https://www.patreon.com/inaiyh @itsnotallinyourheadpod itsnotallinyourhead@outlook.com If you ever need to reach out for support, please do so; **And if you are ever in immediate danger please call 000, or the emergency number in your country** Beyond Blue - 1300 22 46 36 https://www.beyondblue.org.au/ Lifeline - 13 11 14 https://www.lifeline.org.au/ Mind Australia https://www.mindaustralia.org.au Sane Australia https://www.sane.org/

S5 E2 | Nurture vs Nature

S5 E2 | Nurture vs Nature

We are under no illusions anymore about who Emilie's father is... yep! It's Psychologist Richard Brown! So what perfect time to discover what affects our mental health more, is it Nurture, or Nature? Find us at: https://inaiyh.com/ https://www.patreon.com/inaiyh @itsnotallinyourheadpod itsnotallinyourhead@outlook.com If you ever need to reach out for support, please do so; **And if you are ever in immediate danger please call 000, or the emergency number in your country** Beyond Blue - 1300 22 46 36 https://www.beyondblue.org.au/ Lifeline - 13 11 14 https://www.lifeline.org.au/ Mind Australia https://www.mindaustralia.org.au Sane Australia https://www.sane.org/

S5 E1 | Motivation

S5 E1 | Motivation

What do we want? MOTIVATION! When do we want it?! Umm, maybe tomorrow, I'm just not feeling it today... yeah, maybe tomorrow... We break down the concept of motivation for you... make sure you listen to the end for all the golden nuggets! Find us at: https://inaiyh.com/ https://www.patreon.com/inaiyh @itsnotallinyourheadpod itsnotallinyourhead@outlook.com If you ever need to reach out for support, please do so; **And if you are ever in immediate danger please call 000, or the emergency number in your country** Beyond Blue - 1300 22 46 36 https://www.beyondblue.org.au/ Lifeline - 13 11 14 https://www.lifeline.org.au/ Mind Australia https://www.mindaustralia.org.au Sane Australia https://www.sane.org/

Introducing Good News, Good Night

Introducing Good News, Good Night

Em's making another podcast! Find it @goodnews_goodnight PS the countdown for Season 5 of It's Not All In Your Head... get excited!!

The season 4 wrap up.... we do a deep dive into what it is that keeps us all marching on! Featuring past guests Milly and Amy. We can't wait to see you all again for Season 5 in around 6-8 weeks! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i63givEPq7E https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HoE06lSeQcE https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ts3SNOnEu6c Find us at: https://inaiyh.com/ https://www.patreon.com/inaiyh @itsnotallinyourheadpod itsnotallinyourhead@outlook.com If you ever need to reach out for support, please do so; **And if you are ever in immediate danger please call 000, or the emergency number in your country** Beyond Blue - 1300 22 46 36 https://www.beyondblue.org.au/ Lifeline - 13 11 14 https://www.lifeline.org.au/ Mind Australia https://www.mindaustralia.org.au Sane Australia https://www.sane.org/

S4 E8 | 2020 and the "C" word

S4 E8 | 2020 and the "C" word

Just because we thought you hadn't thought about Covid-19 enough.... We spoke to resident Psychologist, Richard Brown about his work in his local Covid Clinic with health care workers as a support person, and his thoughts on the short and long term effects of this horrible virus. We hope you are all staying safe and healthy out there... Find us at: https://inaiyh.com/ https://www.patreon.com/inaiyh @itsnotallinyourheadpod itsnotallinyourhead@outlook.com If you ever need to reach out for support, please do so; **And if you are ever in immediate danger please call 000, or the emergency number in your country** Beyond Blue - 1300 22 46 36 https://www.beyondblue.org.au/ Lifeline - 13 11 14 https://www.lifeline.org.au/ Mind Australia https://www.mindaustralia.org.au Sane Australia https://www.sane.org/

S4 E7 | Em's Sob story

S4 E7 | Em's Sob story

Em bares her soul against her will in the hope it may be helpful for others experiences with depression... Find us at: https://inaiyh.com/ https://www.patreon.com/inaiyh @itsnotallinyourheadpod itsnotallinyourhead@outlook.com If you ever need to reach out for support, please do so; **And if you are ever in immediate danger please call 000, or the emergency number in your country** Beyond Blue - 1300 22 46 36 https://www.beyondblue.org.au/ Lifeline - 13 11 14 https://www.lifeline.org.au/ Mind Australia https://www.mindaustralia.org.au Sane Australia https://www.sane.org/

S4 E6 | Seeking help from the GP

S4 E6 | Seeking help from the GP

Ever thought about getting help but are worried about what that actually means? This week we spoke to General Practitioner Emily Clarke about what happens when you enter that room at the doctors office and ask for help with your mental health! Find us at: https://inaiyh.com/ https://www.patreon.com/inaiyh @itsnotallinyourheadpod itsnotallinyourhead@outlook.com If you ever need to reach out for support, please do so; **And if you are ever in immediate danger please call 000, or the emergency number in your country** Beyond Blue - 1300 22 46 36 https://www.beyondblue.org.au/ Lifeline - 13 11 14 https://www.lifeline.org.au/ Mind Australia https://www.mindaustralia.org.au Sane Australia https://www.sane.org/

S4 E5 | Fighting the downward spiral

S4 E5 | Fighting the downward spiral

Emilie has fantastic taste in friends. Don't believe us? Listen to this episode where we chat to Amy about her journey with mental health issues from an early age, and through traumatic times... Find us at: https://inaiyh.com/ https://www.patreon.com/inaiyh @itsnotallinyourheadpod itsnotallinyourhead@outlook.com If you ever need to reach out for support, please do so; **And if you are ever in immediate danger please call 000, or the emergency number in your country** Beyond Blue - 1300 22 46 36 https://www.beyondblue.org.au/ Lifeline - 13 11 14 https://www.lifeline.org.au/ Mind Australia https://www.mindaustralia.org.au Sane Australia https://www.sane.org/

S4 E4 | Headache, or brain tumour? P2

S4 E4 | Headache, or brain tumour? P2

Part 2... so if you havent listened to Part 1, have a look at last weeks episode! Find us at: https://inaiyh.com/ https://www.patreon.com/inaiyh @itsnotallinyourheadpod itsnotallinyourhead@outlook.com If you ever need to reach out for support, please do so; **And if you are ever in immediate danger please call 000, or the emergency number in your country** Beyond Blue - 1300 22 46 36 https://www.beyondblue.org.au/ Lifeline - 13 11 14 https://www.lifeline.org.au/ Mind Australia https://www.mindaustralia.org.au Sane Australia https://www.sane.org/

S4 E3 | Headache, or brain tumour? P1

S4 E3 | Headache, or brain tumour? P1

We know it's kinda normal and a sign of our modern society to google a symptom and next minute self diagnose 6 different deadly and debilitating diseases, but have you ever let this completely spiral out of control and consume you for days, weeks, or even months and years?! Today (and next week) we chat to Rachael Willis from Pure Empowerment Psychology about all things Health Anxiety. Bonus points to anyone who can figure out what this episode has to do with horses! This is also the first part of an expose of sorts on Steph's mental health, so if you ever wondered "What the heck is up with that chick", listen on! Find us at: https://inaiyh.com/ https://www.patreon.com/inaiyh @itsnotallinyourheadpod itsnotallinyourhead@outlook.com If you ever need to reach out for support, please do so; **And if you are ever in immediate danger please call 000, or the emergency number in your country** Beyond Blue - 1300 22 46 36 https://www.beyondblue.org.au/ Lifeline - 13 11 14 https://www.lifeline.org.au/ Mind Australia https://www.mindaustralia.org.au Sane Australia https://www.sane.org/