What The Bleep is Behaviour Change Anyway
Peppery conversations between Chartered Psychologist Serena Simmons and Clinical Hypnotherapist Sally Garozzo about what it really takes to make changes.
Living optimally as a human will inevitably require some modifications to our behaviour.
Maybe your doctor has told you that intermittent fasting will help your pre-diabetis?
Maybe your therapist has said it will be helpful for you to turn off all screen at 10pm?
Or maybe your partner has asked you to communicate with them more clearly?
That’s all well and good but HOW do you do that?
Lucky for you, behaviour change is a skill that we can learn and Serena and Sally are here to guide you through the ins and outs.
This podcast is for you if you’re a person wanting to change anything about your life, a ‘life athlete’ wanting to optimise your life, or a healthcare professional working with people who’s lives depend on making changes.
Episodes
24 episodes
S4/E6 Death: The Ultimate Catalyst
Join us today to delve into the complex and often taboo subject of death. We explore personal reflections on mortality, cultural perspectives on death, and the societal challenges surrounding expressing grief. Our conversation also touche...
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Season 4
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Episode 6
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41:29
S4/E5 How The Mind Affects The Body
In this episode, we delve into the intricate relationship between the mind and body, emphasizing the importance of the mind-body connection in behavior change and physical health. We chat about how mindset influences health outcomes, the power ...
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Season 4
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Episode 5
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33:37
S4/E4 The Role of Nature in Health & Wellbeing
In this episode, we explore the profound impact of nature on behavior change and mental health. We chat about our personal experiences with nature, the concept of green prescribing, and the importance of connection to nature for emotional regul...
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Season 4
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Episode 4
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37:45
S4/E3 Connection and Belonging
In today's conversation we explore the profound themes of connection and belonging, discussing their importance in human life and the repercussions of isolation. We delve into the impact of online interactions, the individual nature of connecti...
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Season 4
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Episode 3
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35:17
S4/E2 Why Play and Playfulness Is A Worthwhile Persuit
In our conversation today we explore the multifaceted concept of play, emphasizing its significance in human development, behavior change, and adult life. We discuss how play is often overlooked in adulthood, despite its benefits for learning, ...
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Season 4
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Episode 2
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37:32
S4/E1 What Is A Positive Mindset?
Join us in today's conversation and we explore the concept of a positive mindset, discussing its implications, complexities, and the importance of understanding growth versus fixed mindsets. We delve into the dangers of toxic positivity, the ro...
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Season 4
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Episode 1
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36:12
S3/E6 How Feelings Impact The Behaviour Change Landscape
In this conversation, we discuss the role of feelings and emotions in behavior change. We chat about the concepts of regulation and dysregulation, as well as the importance of recognizing and understanding our emotional triggers. We also ...
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Season 3
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Episode 6
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38:39
S3/E5 The Role Our Identities Play in Behaviour Change
In this conversation, we discuss the topic of identity and its connection to behavior change. We explore how our identities shape our behaviors and how re-defining our identity can be a powerful catalyst to experiencing the change we want in ou...
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Season 3
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Episode 5
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28:52
S3/E4 Why Resilience is Important and How to Gain More of It
Join our snappy episode today as we chat about the importance of resilience from a behaviour change perspective and how to build it. Together we explore: The definition of resilience and it's role in bouncing back from set ...
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Season 3
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Episode 4
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37:18
S3/E3 How Education Impacts Behaviour Change
Join us in this conversation as we explore how education influences our capacity to change and why Serena and I are both learning addicts (not always a good thing!). We chat about Serena's change model (Acquirer, Performer and Evolver) a...
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Season 3
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Episode 3
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42:45
S3/E2 The Role of Boundaries in Behaviour Change
In our conversation today we discuss the importance of boundaries and how they can facilitate personal and relational change. We talk about what boundaries actually are; why they endow us with creativity and empowerment; barriers to sett...
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Season 3
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Episode 2
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51:45
S3/E1 Can EVERYONE Change?
Our conversation today explores the question of whether everyone can change. We talk about, what influences someone to change or not change; what someones relationship with pleasure and pain has to do with change and the aspects of a p...
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Season 3
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Episode 1
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50:52
S2/E5 The Darkside of Behaviour Change
In this spicy conversation we explore the dark side of behavior change, including manipulation, coercion, and exploitation. We discuss how understanding human psychology can be used for both positive and negative purposes and what thoes ...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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53:50
S2/E5 How to Embrace Failure For Behaviour Change
In this conversation, Sally and Serena discuss the topic of failure and its impact on personal growth and behavior change. They share personal experiences with failure and explore the fear and avoidance of failure in society. They emphasize the...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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53:50
S2/E4 The Importance of Self Care on Behaviour Change
In this conversation, Serena and Sally discuss the importance of self-care in the context of behavioral change. They define self-care as recharging and replenishing oneself, emphasizing the need to take care of one's energy and set boundaries. ...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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58:56
S2/E3 How Environments Plays a Role in Behaviour Change
Join Serena and Sally this week as they take you on a captivating journey into the power of environment on human behaviour change! In this thought-provoking episode, they dive deep into personal anecdotes, revealing insights from their very own...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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50:26
S2/E2 The Role of Other People in Behaviour Change
In this conversation, Serena and Sally discuss the role of people in behavior change. They explore the impact of supportive relationships and the importance of surrounding oneself with like-minded individuals. They also discuss the challenges o...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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55:13
S2/E1 Blocks and Barriers to Change
In this episode, Sally and Serena discuss blocks and barriers to change. They start by catching up and sharing their experiences with making changes, including during holidays. They explore the concept of resistance to change and the importance...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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55:16
S1/E6 Beliefs
In this conversation Sally and Serena discuss beliefs and how they show up in our psyche. They explore the ideas of ‘conflicting beliefs’ and ‘bothism’ and how we’re allowed to be ‘messy humans’ but how that might sometimes stop us from g...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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48:00
S1/E5 Self Awareness
In this conversation, Sally and Serena discuss the importance of self-awareness and the power of becoming the observer of one's own life. They explore the role of silence and introspection in developing self-awareness and the impact it can have...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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44:02
S1/E4 Habits
In this conversation, Serena and Sally discuss the concept of habits and their impact on our lives. They share their personal habits and reflect on the importance of habits in shaping our behavior and outcomes. They explore the formation of hab...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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47:22
S1/E3 Goals
In this conversation, Serena and Sally discuss the concept of internalizing and externalizing, as well as the different perspectives on setting goals. They explore the idea that goals are dynamic and can evolve as individuals grow and change. T...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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37:50
S1/E2 Motivation and Why
This conversation explores the challenges and psychology of behavior change. It emphasizes the importance of understanding individual circumstances, values, and the deeper reasons for wanting to change. The role of external forces and internal ...
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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39:59
S1/E1 What The Bleep is Behaviour Change Anyway
In this episode, Sally and Serena introduce themselves and discuss their backgrounds in behavior change. They talk about how they met and collaborated in the past, and how their experiences led them to create this podcast. They also share their...
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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43:49