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gwunspoken
We know that now more than ever, there is a growing disconnection between parents and their teens, corporates and their employees, and human interactions in general.
This can cause stress, frustration and many arguments within families and the work environment.
gwunspoken looks at the challenges people of all ages have in their relationships with one another and provides experience and advice, allowing all parties to have a voice.... and feel heard.
Join us to hear corporates, parents, educators, teens and the latest advice of how we can in fact live the life we love, in making authentic interactions, because we know... authentic connection is everything.
Episodes
121 episodes
Navigating Grief with Gratitude
We've all been there: something heartbreaking happens and someone cheerfully tells us to "focus on the good memories" or "be grateful for the time you had." These well-meaning but misguided sentiments are what we call "grief washing"—using grat...
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Season 9
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Episode 4
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5:58
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You're Not Naturally Grateful, and That's Perfectly Fine
Could your approach to gratitude be completely wrong? The latest episode of gwunspoken challenges the fundamental belief that some people are simply born more grateful than others.Diving deep into surprising research from Harvard Medica...
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Season 9
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Episode 3
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8:15
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Up, Up, and a-Whoopty: Adventures at 3,500 Feet
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to conduct a podcast interview while soaring 3,500 feet above the ground? That's exactly what happened in this extraordinary episode of gwunspoken, where we literally elevate our conversation during ...
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The Silent Battle: Rewiring Your Brain for Gratitude Instead of Comparison
The battle between gratitude and comparison is happening silently in your brain every day, and you probably don't even realise it. One moment you're content and appreciative of your life, and the next—after a quick social media scroll or hearin...
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Season 9
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Episode 2
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8:16
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Beyond Toxic Positivity: Gratitude as a Life-Changing Practice
Forget everything you thought you knew about gratitude. In this refreshingly honest exploration, we crack open the massive misunderstanding around thankfulness and reveal why it's simultaneously one of our most underrated psychological tools.
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Season 9
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Episode 1
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7:42
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Your Late-Night Habits Are Slowly Killing You, And You Know It
Are you secretly sabotaging your own sleep? In this season finale on sleep, we tackle the confronting truth about sleep accountability and the excuses we make that undermine our rest.Most of us aren't "just bad sleepers" – we're making ...
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Season 8
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Episode 8
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9:29
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How Your Bad Sleep Is Secretly Making You Gain Weight
Ever noticed how a bad night's sleep sends you straight to the pantry for carbs and sugar the next day? That's not a character flaw—it's biology. When sleep goes missing, your body's chemistry fundamentally changes, setting you up for weight ga...
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Season 8
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Episode 7
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9:31
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When Perfect Sleep Becomes Your Nightmare
Sleep perfection is destroying our rest. We've created a culture where anything less than eight uninterrupted hours feels like failure, where morning routines are glorified, and where sleep trackers dictate our mood regardless of how we actuall...
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Season 8
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Episode 6
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8:22
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Crafting Family Legacies: Navigating Intentional Parenting and Social Pressures
What if the secret to a more fulfilling life lies in the simple act of reading a book or sharing an impromptu moment with loved ones? Join us as we recount a memorable weekend getaway in Yamba, where the chaos of traveling with our two rambunct...
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Rediscovering Rejuvenating Rest: Finding Your Third Space
Ever wake up feeling like you haven't slept at all? That sensation of true rejuvenation seems increasingly rare in our modern lives, yet it's exactly what sleep should provide—a complete reset for body and mind.This episode takes you on...
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Season 8
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Episode 5
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10:10
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Turning the Tables: A Candid Journey of Fatherhood, Identity, and Resilience
What happens when the teacher becomes the student, the interviewer becomes the interviewed? Join us for a special edition of gwunspoken where Nigal DeMaria steps in to turn the tables on our regular host, Garry. Candid insights and heartfelt st...
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Caffeine and Sleep: Reclaiming Rest by Breaking the Habit
Is your cherished coffee habit silently sabotaging your sleep? Unravel the mysteries of caffeine's impact on your rest as we explore its role as a powerful stimulant that can disrupt your sleep cycle by blocking adenosine, the neurotransmitter ...
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Season 8
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Episode 4
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10:32
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From Blue Light to Sweet Dreams: A Sleep Revolution
Can late-night screen time be sabotaging your sleep without you even realising it? In this episode of gwunspoken, we uncover the addictive relationship between our screens and our sleep quality. Promising eye-opening insights, we tackle how the...
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Unpacking Sleep Debt: Strategies for Reclaiming Your Health and Energy
Ever wondered why your chronic fatigue just won’t vanish, no matter how much you sleep in on weekends? On gwunspoken, we reveal the unnerving truth about sleep debt—a silent epidemic that’s quietly wreaking havoc on our minds and bodies. Pictur...
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Season 8
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Episode 2
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7:45
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Harnessing Restful Nights: Overcoming the Modern Sleep Crisis
What if your late-night Netflix habit is secretly sabotaging your health and happiness? Join me in the first episode of season eight of gwunspoken, where we peel back the layers of our modern sleep crisis. I share my personal journey of battlin...
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Season 8
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Episode 1
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10:10
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Authenticity in Action: Nigal DeMaria's Inspiring Journey from Education to Empowering Disability Services
Nigal DeMaria's journey from a school principal to a thriving business owner is nothing short of inspiring. Tune in to hear how this transition fueled his passion for making a genuine impact in the disability services sector through his company...
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50:19
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Movement as Medicine: Confronting the Silent Threat of Sedentary Lifestyles
Is sitting the new silent killer in our lives? Physical inactivity has shockingly become the fourth leading cause of death worldwide, yet we seldom recognise the urgency of this issue. Welcome to gwunspoken, where today we declare that "Movemen...
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Season 7
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Episode 8
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8:00
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Building Community through Movement: Overcoming Loneliness and Finding Connection
Have you ever wondered how a simple dance class could transform a life plagued by loneliness? On gwunspoken, we unpack the surprising power of movement to build community and enhance well-being. With over 26 years in teaching, neuroscience and ...
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Season 7
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Episode 7
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10:12
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Boosting Emotional Resilience: The Surprising Power of Movement
Can a simple walk around the block be the key to unlocking emotional resilience? Imagine finding a remedy for stress and mood dips that doesn’t involve medication, just movement. As we usher in the new year, I invite you to explore the overlook...
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Season 7
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Episode 6
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13:04
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Resilience Through Vulnerability: Vishara's Inspiring Journey of Healing and Growth
Reuniting with Vishara, our first-ever guest, brought back memories and a powerful story of resilience and growth. Imagine meeting someone after two decades and discovering they've faced life's most formidable challenges head-on. Vishara bravel...
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Fitness, Nutrition, and the Power of Positive Influence
From overcoming childhood adversity to becoming an inspirational figure in the fitness world, Peter Sargent shares his remarkable journey. With roots in Mount Gravatt and Zillmere, Peter's early experiences with bullying instilled a resilience ...
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Beyond the Field: Wisdom from a Sports Pioneer
Join us for a captivating conversation with renowned strength and conditioning coach Steve Nance as he shares insights from his illustrious career working with elite teams like the Brisbane Broncos and the Australian Wallabies. Discover the piv...
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Rediscovering Fitness: The Unexpected Benefits of Everyday Movements
What if your grandma is actually fitter than you? Discover the surprising truth as we unpack the power of incidental movement and why it might just be the secret to a healthier, longer life. We challenge the conventional wisdom that glorifies s...
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Season 7
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Episode 5
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8:34
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Consistency Over Perfection: Harnessing Small Steps for Lasting Fitness and Well-being
Unlock the secret weapon in your health journey with us as we redefine the power of consistency in movement. Why chase perfection or exhaust yourself with high-intensity workouts when small, manageable steps can lead to profound changes? Throug...
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Season 7
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Episode 4
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10:57
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Resilience Through Sport: Ian Webster's Inspiring Journey from the Field to Community Building
Ian Webster, a former international rugby league player and accomplished boxer, takes centre stage in this episode as he shares his extraordinary journey from the gritty streets of St. Helens, England, to the limelight of professional sports. G...
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