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Coffee with Fleur
by Coffee with Fleur
A podcast about enhancing your personal wellbeing and resilience, so you can adapt when change occurs.When change happens, whether it’s at work or in our personal lives, we need to be equipped with positive strategies and practical tools that we can utilise to help us navigate it. Positive emotions, engagement, relationships, meaning and achievement, as well as health all play a role in enabling us to flourish.
Episodes
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37: One Last Coffee
The science is out – yes, coffee is good for your wellbeing! And it feels like a bit of a mic drop moment… With a recent study indicating that people you have a couple of teas of coffees a day have a lower risk of dementia and marginally better cognitive performance, it seems that our work here…
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36: Benefits of Altruism
Join us as we explore the effect that kindness and altruism has on our wellbeing. While it may sound obvious, in this world, it sometimes feels like we need a refresher. The satisfaction of helping someone else and really making a difference gives us perspective, elevates our feelings of…
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35: Outside
Join us on location at the beach as we explore the benefits to mental health and wellbeing of getting outside. Numerous studies have shown that being outside in different environments, whether thats a garden, park, river, bush or beach, is hugely important to our wellbeing. Our senses are...
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34: Alone and Loneliness
What does it mean to be alone? And what’s the difference being alone, loneliness and solitude? Fleur has found herself hooked on the SBS TV show Alone, where people are dropped in the wilderness and asked to build shelter, seek food and record their thoughts over a period of weeks. The person who...
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33: Getting Vulnerable With My Dyslexia
This one’s personal, you see, for the first time David finally feels able to accept and talk openly about his dyslexia, sensitivity and introversion. This week is Dyslexia Awareness Week and one of its themes is fitting for a podcaster: "Dyslexia: Raising the Volume". The goal is to celebrate the...
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32: Human Sustainability
At a time when the rate of change and uncertainty is stacked and continuous, both at work and across the world, how can we possibly absorb it all? The volume of data and information we consume each day is enormous and increasingly we find ourselves struggling to take it all in or becoming...
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31: Psychological Safety
Ever been in a discussion and thought “I don’t think that, but I can’t say anything”, or felt a sinking feeling when a facilitator ask you to answer an awkward question in front of a group of leaders? In this episode we look at psychological safety, what it is and how we might create an…
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30: Social Comparison
I’d be happy if I only had… that new car, latest phone, bigger house or role promotion. But would you really? In this episode we look at social comparison and how comparing ourselves to others we know or see on social media can challenge our own wellbeing. Perhaps the seemingly perfect lifestyles...
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29: Social Media Update
Six months ago we recorded episodes detailing our experiences with social media. So where are we now? We all know the challenges that come with technology that’s in our hands and platforms that are built to accelerate our use, have a big potential for addiction and are pervasive by design. We…
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28: Finding Fulfilment
This episode of the Coffee with Fleur podcast finds us in a contemplative mood as we take stock of all the change and disruption occurring around us in the world. It seems each time we turn on the news or open the internet we’re bombarded with negative stories about the latest political upheaval…
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27: More Coffees With Fleur
We’re back in the cafe! That’s right, our podcast Coffee with Fleur is back talking about all things change and wellbeing. Since our last episode the world has become full of uncertainty with us only having to opening our internet or switch on the television to be bombarded by events. And as our...
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26: Coffee with Courtney Harrison...and Fleur
Courtney Harrison is a proud Aboriginal woman and a leader in diversity, equity and wellbeing, working with communities in southeast Melbourne in making progress towards Reconciliation. In sharing her deeply personal and powerful story, Courtney opens up about living with her family in the…
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25: Purpose
We round out this current season of the Coffee with Fleur podcast with a discussion around the concept of purpose. Have you ever asked; “what’s my why?” or “why am I even doing this?” It’s so much easier to respond to those questions if your answer has meaning and is aligned to your purpose. We...
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24: Social Media Pt 2
Social media, part two: David’s story. We all know the challenges that come with technology that’s in our hands and platforms that are built to accelerate our use, have a big potential for addiction and are pervasive by design. We also know the dramatic impact social media can have on our…
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23: Social Media Pt 1
Ah, social media. We all know the challenges that come with technology that’s in our hands and platforms that are built to accelerate our use, have a big potential for addiction and are pervasive by design. We also know the dramatic impact social media can have on our wellbeing and many of us are...
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22: Compassionate Leadership
In our latest episode we explore the topic of compassionate leadership. What is compassionate leadership, how do you practice it and why should leaders consider it a critical factor in the success of their organisational change? We look at two contrasting examples: · How CEO Brian Chesky…
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21: Values Based Decisions
In this episode, we explore the essential role that values play in shaping our lives and well-being, including: · the importance of identifying our core values and why living in alignment with them is key to personal fulfilment and mental well-being · how intentionally making decisions and taking...
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20: Strengths
In this episode, we delve into the power of our strengths and why identifying, understanding and developing them gives us confidence for navigating change and enhancing our wellbeing. While many of us have a sense of what we’re good at, how many of us have fully understood which attributes make…
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19: Here comes 2025!
Hopefully like us you’ve enjoyed a restorative break over the summer, building up your batteries for whatever 2025 brings. While the year ahead is sure to have it’s challenges, our pod will continue to provide ideas, strategies and practical tools equipping you to navigate them and adapt when…
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18: Coffee with Lael Wilcox...and Fleur
Lael Wilcox is an elite ultra-cycling legend, holding the records for the Tour Divide, a race along the length of the Rocky Mountains and the Trans-Am, a race across the United States. In 2024 she broke the women’s world record for riding around the world. That’s 29,169km in distance travelled,...
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17: SMART Work Design Pt 2
The second of our two-part SMART work design episode sees us explore how we as individuals can ensure that our work settings enable us to thrive. The model, developed by Australian Research Council Professor Sharon Parker from Curtin University, is a framework that can be used when designing...
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16: SMART Work Design Pt 1
This episode sees Fleur talk us through the SMART work design framework, which supports organisations and individuals to ensure that their work settings enable us to thrive. The model, developed by Australian Research Council Professor Sharon Parker at the Future of Work Institute, is a framework...
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15: Burnout
This episode of Coffee with Fleur sees us explore what’s meant by the term ‘burnout’, what it is, what it isn’t and why it occurs. We look at some of the contemporary research that’s available that identifies how organisational culture and continuous change can create the systemic conditions…
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14: Bonus - Trip To The Movies
In a special bonus episode of Coffee with Fleur we head into the bright lights of the city to watch the amazing movie Inside Out 2. Riley has now become a teenager which means big changes and even bigger emotions. Suddenly life becomes more complicated as Envy, Ennui (Boredom), Embarrassment and...
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13: More Coffees With Fleur
We’re back in the cafe! That’s right, our podcast Coffee with Fleur is back and we’re talking about all things change and wellbeing. Since our last episodes we’ve done so much. Fleur has been immersing herself in the world of smart work design and David has been further exploring the world of...
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12: PERMA+ Season One Wrap
The season finale episode sees us - Reflecting on all the change and wellbeing topics, strategies and tools that we’ve explored during the season, encouraging listeners to take their own meaningful action - Exploring the PERMA+ model, a framework developed by positive psychologist Martin…
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11: Going Round In Circles
In this episode we - Discuss that, particularly during change, there areas that we can control, areas that we can influence and areas that are purely of concern that we can do little about. - Emphasise the benefits of having this understanding on our emotional wellbeing, reliving some of the...
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10: Words Processing
In this episode we - Delve into the benefits of writing as a tool for emotional expression and processing, particularly as we navigate change. - Discuss how journaling serves as a safe space to articulate emotions, thoughts, and experiences, preventing the suppression or bottling up of feelings.…
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9: Optimistic Mindset
In this episode we - Explore the concept of having an ‘explanatory style’ and mindset and their roles in shaping our perspectives during change and challenge. - Discuss various psychological resources such as resilience, gratitude and mindfulness, - Highlight easy to use, practical strategies and...
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8: Social Resources
In this episode we - Explore the significance of social connections in shaping our emotional wellbeing. - Discuss the benefits of strong social relationships, from reducing stress and enhancing mental health to fostering a sense of belonging and support – particularly important as we navigate...
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7: Thirst For Knowledge
In this episode we - Visit our local library to look at the benefits of becoming more curious about the changes we’re experiencing. - Discuss how ongoing learning not only enhances knowledge but also enriches our problem-solving abilities, creativity, and adaptability – all vital skills for...
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6: Physical Movement
In this episode we - Explore the benefits of physical activity on overall well-being, both during change and everyday life. - Delve into the connection between physical activity and mental health, highlighting its role in alleviating symptoms of anxiety, depression, and boosting overall emotional...
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5: Emotional Agility
In this episode we - Explore the concept of emotional agility, the ability to navigate and embrace both positive and negative emotions with resilience and adaptability. - Discuss the significance of acknowledging and processing negative emotions as an integral part of emotional well-being and...
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4: Positive Emotions
In this episode we - Discover the importance of positive emotions on our mental well-being, exploring how cultivating positivity impacts our overall outlook on navigating change, and our everyday lives. - Highlight the significance of tracking daily emotions as a tool for self-awareness,...
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3: Emotional Lifecycle Of Change
In this episode we - Explore the intricate emotional journey individuals experience when navigating change, exploring the stages we all go through - Discuss the initial phase of denial or resistance to change and how recognising this stage is crucial in initiating the personal change process. -...
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2: Busyness
In this episode we - Discuss the common struggles of navigating a hectic lifestyle, addressing the seemingly perpetual lack of time and the overwhelming feelings that ensue. - Talk about the impact of a busy life on mental well-being and strategies to handle time constraints effectively.…
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1: Welcome...
In our first episode - Meet your hosts, David Arnold and Fleur Mouchemore, as they chat about change and wellbeing. - Delve into the podcast's focus: navigating through life's challenges with practical and positive approaches. - Preview upcoming topics and themes that will be discussed in the...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
A podcast about enhancing your personal wellbeing and resilience, so you can adapt when change occurs.When change happens, whether it’s at work or in our personal lives, we need to be equipped with positive strategies and practical tools that we can utilise to help us navigate it. Positive emotions, engagement, relationships, meaning and achievement, as well as health all play a role in enabling us to flourish.
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A podcast about enhancing your personal wellbeing and resilience, so you can adapt when change occurs.When change happens, whether it’s at work or in our personal lives, we need to be equipped with positive strategies and practical tools that we can utilise to help us navigate it. Positive...
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