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Habit Nerd
by Dr Bree Hurn
Few things can have a more powerful impact on your life than improving your daily habits. Essentially, your habits matter because they help you become the type of person you wish to be.So what are the work, health and mindset habits that lead to a remarkable life? And what can the research tell us about forming positive habits and overcoming those that don’t serve us?
Episodes
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EP 101: The Hidden Function of Your Habits with Psychologist Sabina Read
Today’s guest is someone I’ve admired for a very long time. Sabina Read is an experienced psychologist, human behaviour expert, speaker, media commentator, podcast host and mentor who has spent decades helping people better understand themselves and navigate life’s challenges. You might know her…
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EP 100: Habits 101: Why You Keep Doing What You Do… Celebrating 100 episodes of The Habit Nerd!
Hi there, Habit Nerds. It’s episode 100. I cannot believe I’m writing that. If this is your first episode, welcome. If this is your 100th, thank you for being here. And if you’re somewhere along the journey, I’m so delighted to have you. To mark the milestone, I thought it was the right time to…
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EP 99: Why doing less helps you achieve more
I recently read a new book called Less Achieves More by Cyril Pupion, and its central argument stopped me in my tracks: the answer to achieving more isn't doing more, it's focusing on less. At first glance, that felt really counterintuitive. Like many of you, I've spent my whole life being…
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Bonus Episode | The final quarter of the year is here - let's reset!
Bonus Episode: The Final Quarter of the Year Is Here — Let's Reset Hi there, Habit Nerds. It's October 1st, and I love a temporal landmark , that psychological principle where you use a marker in time, like the first of a new month or in this case, the final quarter of the year, to reflect, to...
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EP 98: Habits for navigating grief with Shaye Gundry
Today's guest is someone whose honesty and generosity left a real mark on me. Shaye Gundry is the founder and director of Blossom Hair and Beauty in Sydney's Sutherland Shire, with more than 20 years of experience in the beauty industry. But beyond the salon, Shaye is a passionate advocate for...
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EP 97: Rich in Never Rushing: The Hidden Habit of Calm, High-Performing People
Have you ever noticed that some people seem genuinely productive and successful, yet they never look rushed? They're not sprinting into meetings, not constantly apologising for being late, not visibly overwhelmed and meanwhile the rest of us are wondering how on earth they do it. In this episode…
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EP 96: Jess Urlich and the conversation every mother needs
In this episode, our guest is one whose words have been responsible, in the best way, for most of my tears over the past six months. Jess Urlichs is a Sunday Times bestselling author, a poet, and a mother of three, whose writing has resonated with millions of parents around the world. Through her...
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EP 95: Protect your spark - 5 habits that keep your energy alive
Today I want to talk about something that sits underneath almost every health goal, productivity strategy, and leadership challenge we face and it's not time, and it's not motivation. It's energy. This episode comes from a keynote I recently gave called "Protect Your Spark" for the Iconic Women...
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EP 94: It’s not you, it’s perimenopause with The Nutrition Pharmacist, Sarah Gray
I'm joined by Sarah Gray — a qualified pharmacist, nutritionist, and certified menopause practitioner, and the founder of the Nutrition Pharmacist. Sarah is passionate about helping women cut through the overwhelm of perimenopause and midlife health, and she combines the latest evidence in...
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EP 93: Productivity hacks don’t work (Until you fix this one thing)
Have you ever sat down to do something important, and somehow found yourself checking email, scrolling Instagram, tidying your desk, or suddenly remembering you really need to book that dinner reservation? Most of us blame our phones, our notifications, our busy workplaces, or our own lack of...
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EP 92: Friendship Smart with Michelle Mitchell: What Every Parent Needs to Know
Today's guest is one of Australia's most trusted voices on parenting, adolescence, and wellbeing — Michelle Mitchell. Michelle is a bestselling author of 10 books, a speaker, and a parenting educator who has spent three decades helping families raise resilient, emotionally healthy young people....
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EP 91: The social media post that knocked me flat
A few weeks ago I was on a flight home from the Gold Coast, scrolling LinkedIn on the free Wi-Fi (the small joys), when I came across a post that genuinely knocked me for six. It was from a coach named Jude Fredman, and it was about the thing none of us want to hear: that the work is going to…
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EP 90: Maria Ruberto on The Sleep Advantage: Unlocking Energy, Focus and Connection
Have you ever wondered why it feels almost impossible to stick to healthy habits, stay patient, or make good decisions when you’re running on low sleep? In this episode of The Habit Nerd, I am so excited to be joined by psychologist, resilience expert, and founder of Salutagenic Psychology, Maria...
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EP 89: How to Think Less and Do More (With One Simple Tool)
Let me ask you a quick question: Have you ever reached 10:00 AM on a weekday and felt completely mentally exhausted, even though you haven't actually accomplished much yet? If so, you are definitely not alone. So many of us walk around using our brains as glorified storage units! We carry around...
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EP 88: The one question you should be asking yourself
Have you ever found yourself completely stuck, facing a situation that feels so overwhelming or scary that you assume the outcome is entirely out of your hands? Lately, I’ve been right there with you. In this episode, I’m getting incredibly vulnerable about a personal challenge I’m navigating…
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EP 87: Secrets for a Time Abundance Mindset with Laura Vanderkam
If you can just hear the absolute delight in my voice, it is because today’s guest is a total "pinch-me" milestone for me. Her short Before Breakfast episodes have been in my headphones just about every single day for years, and her research has heavily informed and inspired the messaging I use…
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EP 86: Can’t Get Started? 6 Simple Strategies That Actually Work
If I’m being completely honest, this episode comes from a place of real discomfort and vulnerability for me. I’ve always been pretty good at saying things like, "When things feel overwhelming, just start, just get on with it." I want to be helpful, but expecting people to take raw knowledge and...
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EP 85: Leadership that Inspires High Performance with netball champion Liz Watson
Today’s guest is an absolute powerhouse, and to say I am excited about this conversation is a massive understatement. Joining me on the podcast today is Liz Watson, the extraordinary captain of the Australian Diamonds Netball team and the Sunshine Coast Lightning, and one of the world's absolute...
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EP 84: 4 simple ways to succeed with a new habit
Before we dive into today’s topic, I wanted to take a quick moment to express my immense gratitude. Our community is growing significantly, and we are officially being listened to in 90 countries across the globe! Whether you are a brand new listener tuning in on your morning walk, or a loyal...
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EP 83: Sustainable Habits for Busy People with Fitness and Nutrition Coach Vanessa Panella
If you’ve been hanging around my corner of the internet for a while, you know one of my ultimate core pillars in life is simplify to amplify. We have an absolute knack for overcomplicating everything, especially when it comes to our health, fitness, and nutrition. We tell ourselves we need to cut...
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EP 82: A new, helpful way to manage stress
If you’ve opened Instagram or TikTok recently, you’ve probably seen a lot of people talking about "regulating your nervous system." They’ll tell you to sip herbal tea, lie on a yoga mat, stare at a sunset, or pat a cat. Now, look—I’m not against any of that. I can absolutely get around a weighted...
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EP 81: Stress Management and self-trust with author Courtney Townley
Have you ever found yourself trapped in the exhausting start-stop-repeat cycle? You know exactly what I mean, the classic diet-mentality conditioning where one bad day or a chaotic week makes you feel like you’ve completely failed, forcing you to wait until Monday to "start over." In this…
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EP 80: 8 ways to power through your to do list and still have energy left over
Have you ever closed your laptop at 5:00 PM, looked at your messy desk, and realized that despite being completely exhausted, you didn't actually move the needle on any of your important projects? We have all been there. But lately, I’ve been paying close attention to those rare, beautiful days...
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EP 79: Simple money habits for thriving through tricky times with Gemma Mitchell
Let’s be completely honest for a moment, we are living in some incredibly shaky financial times right now. Between the skyrocketing costs of fuel, grocery price creep, and global economic uncertainty, it is so easy to feel a sense of breathlessness or even lose sleep at night over money stress.…
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EP 78: Unconventional things I’m teaching my kids, that I know will give them an advantage in life
Hello there, and welcome back to The Habit Nerd! I am delighted to have your company today. Usually, we talk about the science of habits and evidence-based strategies, but today, things are getting a little... "unhinged." I’m sharing four slightly unconventional, uncommon beliefs that I am...
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EP 77: The magic of intuition with Madelyn Carafa
Today, I’m sitting down with the woman who quite literally gave me the confidence to hit "record" on this show in the first place: the incredible Madelyn Carafa. Mads is the host of the wildly popular Healthy Hustlers podcast and a living example of what happens when you’re brave enough to listen...
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EP 76: Habits that have a high return in life
Hi there, Habit Nerds! Welcome to another episode. I am so thrilled to share that we are now being listened to across 72 countries. Whether you’ve been here since Episode 1 or you’re just joining the community today, I am so grateful to have you here. As we move into a new season here in…
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EP 75: When Everything Feels Too Much: Rebuilding with Lisa Corduff
Hi there, Habit Nerds! Today’s episode is a "pinch-me" moment for me. I am joined by the incredible Lisa Corduff, a storyteller, speaker, and someone who has been a huge influence on the way I think about practical mindset shifts. Lisa has a way of making complex behavioral concepts feel deeply...
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EP 74: The 100-year old productivity method that still works today!
Hey friends, and welcome back! Today, we are going back in time—specifically to 1918—to look at a beautifully simple system that might just be the antidote to our 2026 "too many tabs open" lifestyle. If you’ve ever looked at your to-do list at 9:00 AM and felt that immediate wave of guilt because...
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EP 73: Habits for managing your home and not losing your mind with Dana K White
How do you manage a home when you don't have an "organizer brain"? In this episode, I'm joined by Dana K. White, the Wall Street Journal bestselling author, podcaster, and creator of the popular blog A Slob Comes Clean. Dana is world-renowned for her relatable, "no-nonsense" approach to home...
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EP 72: The three best pieces of advice I have ever been given - and the one worst!
Have you ever received a piece of advice that completely changed the way you view your time, your money, or your peace of mind? In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on the three guiding principles that have had the greatest impact on my life and work. We explore why "paying yourself…
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EP 71: The Art of Intentional Planning with business mentor Karen Dennett
Have you ever felt "scattergun" in your approach to your goals? Or perhaps you’re waiting for a surge of confidence before you finally start that side project or business? In today’s episode, I am joined by Karen Dennett, an educator and business mentor who helps women in micro-businesses shift...
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EP 70: 5 habits to quit to reach peak success
Hi there, Habit Nerds! Thanks for spending some time with me today. We’re looking at something quick but hopefully impactful. You know I love a good habit "add," but today we’re doing something a little refreshing. We’re talking about pruning. Sometimes, reaching that next level of high...
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EP 69: Lisa Lie - essential habits for success at work
Have you ever finished a 10-hour workday feeling like you achieved absolutely nothing? You aren't alone. Most of us are trapped in a cycle of "reactionary busyness"—responding to Slack pings, sitting in dragging meetings, and letting our inboxes decide our priorities. This week, I’m joined by…
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EP 68: Look around you - the missing piece in forming good habits
Design Your Environment, Design Your Habits In this episode of The Habit Nerd Podcast, I’m diving into one of the most underestimated drivers of behaviour change — your environment. So often we blame ourselves for lacking discipline or motivation, when in reality, our spaces are either supporting...
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The Habit Nerd Podcast is back! 5 simple keys to a successful year
Season 2 of The Habit Nerd Podcast is here 🤍 And we’re starting with something simple, practical, and powerful. In this episode, I’m introducing a framework I use both personally and professionally, the 5 M’s: Mornings, Meals, Media, Movement, and Mission. These five areas quietly shape your...
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EP 66: Summer Series w/ Steph Pase
In this Summer Series replay, I’m revisiting a deeply honest and refreshing conversation with Steph Pase entrepreneur, author of Mastering My Messy Life, and someone who beautifully embodies both ambition and self-acceptance. In this episode, we talk about the tension so many of us feel between...
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EP 65: Summer Series w/ Dr Gina Cleo
In this Summer Series episode of the Habit Nerd Podcast, I’m revisiting a powerful conversation with Dr Gina Cleo — one of Australia’s leading experts in habit change and behavioural science. We dive into the psychology and neuroscience behind how habits are formed, why sleep is foundational to...
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EP 64: Summer Series w/ Lael Stone
In this Summer Series replay, I’m revisiting one of the most meaningful conversations I’ve had on the podcast, a beautiful and honest chat with author and educator Lael Stone. In this episode, we talk about the imprints formed in childhood and how they quietly shape our habits, relationships, and...
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EP 63: Summer Series w/ Dr. Emily Musgrove
In this Summer Series episode, I’m revisiting a conversation that so many of you told me stayed with you long after listening. I’m joined by clinical psychologist and author Dr. Emily Musgrove to explore what’s really going on when we feel “stuck” and why it’s not a sign that something is wrong...
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EP 62: Summer Series w/ Mel Browne
This week on the Summer Series, I’m revisiting one of my favourite and most practical conversations around money, habits, and energy with the brilliant Mel Browne. Mel is a financial expert, former accountant, and business owner who has a refreshing way of talking about wealth that feels…
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EP 61: Summer Series w/ Chelsea Pottenger
In this Summer Series episode, I’m revisiting a conversation that feels more relevant than ever. I’m joined by mental health advocate and speaker Chelsea Pottenger for a grounded, honest chat about habits, mental health, and what it really means to live well especially in a world that constantly...
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EP 60: Summer Series w/ Danny Kennedy
Welcome to the Summer Series! For today’s episode, I’m revisiting one of the most loved conversations on the podcast — my chat with Danny Kennedy. Danny is the host of a hugely successful fitness and lifestyle podcast, a coach, business owner, and mindset expert. And this conversation is one I...
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6 Best hacks to make a new year habit stick
We’ve all been there: January 1st hits, and we are fueled by that "New Year, New Me" energy. But did you know that only 8% of people actually keep their resolutions for the entire year? In this episode of The Habit Nerd, we’re diving into why that gap between intention and action is so wide. It’s...
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The mindset tool that I wish I learned earlier
Fear gets such a bad rap. In this episode, I’m sharing a mindset tool I really wish I’d learned earlier in life because for a long time, fear quietly ran the show for me. It stopped me from speaking up, going after things I wanted, and becoming the version of myself I knew I was capable of being....
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Sleep Smarter: Science-Backed Habits for Restful Nights
Let’s talk about sleep — the habit we often push to the bottom of the list, even though it quietly runs everything. In this episode, I’m breaking down why sleep isn’t passive rest, but active repair for your brain and body. If you’re waking up tired, wired at night, or feeling foggy during the…
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Confidence & Self Love with Dating Expert Laura Nagiel
Today’s episode is such a good one — I’m chatting with Dating & Relationship Coach Laura Nagiel, and we’re diving deep into the habits, patterns, and energy that shape how we show up in love. Laura works specifically with high-achieving women who are thriving in career, life, and goals… but feel...
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Your day starts the night before - 5 of the best evening hacks
Your day actually starts the night before… and in this episode, we’re diving into the five evening habits that make your next day feel calmer, lighter, and way more intentional. This is one of my favourite topics because evening habits are underrated. They don’t take much time, but the ripple...
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Habits for Mastering a Messy Life with Steph Pase
This week on The Habit Nerd, I’m sitting down with the ever-inspiring Steph Pase — content creator, organiser, author, business owner, mum… truly a woman of many hats (and somehow still managing to make space for rest). We dove straight into the myth that you have to “have it all together” to be...
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The biggest lies you’re telling yourself at work
This week’s episode is a fun (and slightly confronting) one — we’re unpacking the lies we all tell ourselves at work. You know… the lines that sound productive, feel responsible, and make us look busy… but actually sabotage our focus, energy, and results.If you’ve ever said these to yourself…
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Few things can have a more powerful impact on your life than improving your daily habits. Essentially, your habits matter because they help you become the type of person you wish to be.So what are the work, health and mindset habits that lead to a remarkable life? And what can the research tell us about forming positive habits and overcoming those that don’t serve us?
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Dr Bree Hurn
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