Total Overwhelm. Time to Unplug?

Send us Fan MailThis episode was recorded some time ago, but it now carries even deeper meaning in light of the tragic news of Charlie Kirk’s murder yesterday. In this episode, we dive into why so many of us are running on empty right now. From all the mixed messages about health and politics to the everyday pressure of just keeping up, it’s no wonder we’re all feeling overwhelmed. Add in the constant scroll of tech and news, and it’s a recipe for total brain-fry.We share some honest stories from the past few years, including how COVID messed with our sense of trust (in ourselves, in the world, and definitely in the government). We also unpack the wild world of misinformation, and why it’s so important to tune out the noise and choose what we let into our brains.There’s a bit of a reality check in here but also a heap of hope. Because if we’ve learned anything, it’s that we’re all more resilient than we realise.This episode is dedicated to the memory of Charlie Kirk, in honour of his voice in the fight for free speech. Rest in Peace Charlie. You'll be truly missed across the world. 00:00 The Overwhelming Noise of Modern Life02:32 The Purpose of Our Discussions04:39 Questioning Beliefs and Opinions08:17 Media Influence and Personal Well-being13:21 Conspiracy Theories and Their Evolution14:29 The Aussie Way and Government Distrust14:52 COVID-19 and Public Compliance17:53 Optimism for the Future20:54 The Role of Intuition and Personal Experience22:08 Building Strength Through Adversity23:59 Final Thoughts and Dedication Support the showLaughing with us? Learning with us? You can support the show.https://www.buzzsprout.com/2490371/supportCatch Tina in the OmMade Wellness Hub for all things natural skincare, herbal teas and natural health. https://www.instagram.com/ommadewellnesshub/See what Lauren is up to at Eco Play Therapyhttps://www.instagram.com/ecoplaytherapy/Let Cassie Concierge your life at Soluna Concierge. https://www.instagram.com/soluna_concierge/