The Wellness Daily Show

As a former Olympian and mother of three, Lisa Curry knows first-hand exactly how much of an effect poor nutrition can have on one's overall wellbeing. The co-founder of Happy Healthy You joins host Jerome Doraisamy on this episode of The Wellness Daily Show to explain the importance of making positive dietary choices as early in life as possible, how what you eat 85 per cent of the time determines your overall nutritional health, and whether physically active people can get away with eating poorly. Lisa also delves into the connection between a wholesome diet and good mental health, shares some simple rules that anyone can follow to ensure their nutrition is at an optimal level, and outlines how employers can encourage better nutritional practices in their workplace.

Research shows that learning skills to help cope with mental health issues not only reduces one's risk of experiencing psychological distress, but also enhances one's general wellbeing and professional performance on a day-to-day basis. Positive psychologist and founder of The Positivity Institute Dr Suzy Green joins host Jerome Doraisamy on this episode of The Wellness Daily Show to suggest how workplaces can overcome societal stigmas by way of implementing a variety of proactive approaches to mental health. Dr Green outlines key aspects of self-determination theory, explains why education and training needs to be ongoing rather than one-off, and shares some practical methods for organisations and employees to be proactive in this area.

While doctors have long practiced under the burden of remaining stoic throughout all the hardships of an incredibly demanding job, the conversation around support in this sector is beginning to shift. On this episode of The Wellness Daily Show, associate professor of psychiatry Greg de Moore sits down with host Jerome Doraisamy to talk about his role as a director of psychiatry training, where he offers educational and emotional assistance to junior doctors training to be psychiatrists. Greg delves into the potential personal and professional consequences that arise in such a high-pressure role, how social stigmas around psychiatry affect trainees, and the practical strategies that can be implemented to ensure these doctors are being adequately looked after.

On this episode of The Wellness Daily Show, Richard Ernster, co-founder and director of Helping Hand Group, explains how he shifted into a more holistic approach towards his own wellness. Richard joins host Jerome Doraisamy to discuss how his business came to fruition, what triggered his realisation of the need to be more proactive about his health, and why it's important as a small business owner to let go of some of the day-to-day running of the organisation. He shares how meditation and mindfulness help him to be less reactive in difficult situations, provides tips for others who feel too strapped for time to look after their health, and suggests how business owners can encourage their employees to be more proactive about their wellbeing.

On the surface, struggle can seem detrimental to one's wellbeing. However, evidence suggests experiencing and overcoming struggle is critical for human beings to display courage, evolve and feel a sense of purpose. Biomedical scientist and published author Dr Adam Fraser joins host Jerome Doraisamy on this episode of The Wellness Daily Show to unpack the key findings presented in his book Strive, detail how the research that informed the book was executed, and outline why the completion myth is untrue. Adam breaks down the four types of struggle, provides tips for how leaders can best support their team in difficult times, and shares some practical strategies for developing a healthy relationship with struggle.

While it would be ideal to function at maximum efficiency all of the time, the reality is that as humans, we need down time to rest and recharge. In this episode of The Wellness Daily Show, host Jerome Doraisamy is joined by Phill Nosworthy, founder of Switch Learning + Development, to share his insights into why implementing healthy habits around disconnecting is so important for one's physical, mental and professional wellbeing. Phill explains how technology can be both a tool and a trap, why striking a balance between connection and disconnection looks different for every person, and suggests some practical ways to avoid burning out.

According to nutritionist Simon Hill, adopting a plant-based diet significantly reduces one's chance of developing chronic lifestyle diseases such as cardiovascular disease and type 2 diabetes. Simon joins host Jerome Doraisamy on this episode of The Wellness Daily Show to outline the difference between plant-based diets and veganism, the range of benefits of such choices to one's physical and mental health, and his personal experience of switching over to a plant-based lifestyle. Simon also provides insight into how one can make small steps towards better nutrition, why iron deficiency should not be of concern to most people thinking of transitioning to plant-based, and how businesses can better support and encourage shifts towards vegan diets.

Research shows that skin cancer is a major cause of illness in Australia, with approximately two in three Australians diagnosed with the disease by the age of 70. On this episode of The Wellness Daily Show, host Jerome Doraisamy is joined by the general manager of health services at TAL, Sally Phillips, to break down some statistics around Australians' skin cancer check habits, when one should start getting their skin checked, and the four signs that people should be looking for when checking their own skin. Sally also outlines why certain demographics might be more at risk to skin cancer, how workplaces can look after their staff in this regard, and the health and wellbeing programs currently underway at TAL.

In a digitally saturated modern world, genuine connection with like-minded humans can be quite rare. In this episode of The Wellness Daily Show, strategic director of parkrun Australia Tim Oberg joins host James Mitchell to delve into how the organisation endeavours to address this crucial issue by engaging with volunteers to help them coordinate free, weekly, 5km timed running and walking events in their local communities. They discuss the initiative's positive impacts on bringing communities together, how participation in parkrun can be adapted to different life stages and motivations, and where the organisation is expanding to across the Asia Pacific region.

Youth mental health organisation batyr facilitates face-to-face preventative education programs at schools, universities and workplaces with the intention of reducing stigma around mental health. Host Jerome Doraisamy is joined by the organisation's CEO Nic Brown, on this episode of The Wellness Daily Show, to share why batyr's mission is so significant to him on a personal level, the major environmental factors that affect mental health in young people, and some practical methods of addressing these issues. Nic explains the importance of demonstrating vulnerability in creating a safe environment for others, how parents can best encourage their kids to open up about mental health, and why healthy habits around technology should be established.

Pilates is a combination of resistance and lengthening training that works with one's own body weight to increase flexibility and strength while keeping the joints supported. On this episode of The Wellness Daily Show, host Jerome Doraisamy is joined by PEACHES Pilates owners Bec Chidiac and Tori Clapham to delve into the physical, social and mental health benefits of practicing Pilates, particularly for those working in professional services. Bec and Tori outline the different types of Pilates, why it's important to find a studio that's right for you, and how to incorporate Pilates into a busy schedule.

Lawyers are renowned to perpetuate unhealthy habits around nutrition, which can profoundly detriment one's mood, energy levels and overall wellbeing. Host Jerome Doraisamy is joined by lawyer-turned-nutritionist Monique Cormack on this episode of The Wellness Daily Show to discuss her personal journey in the legal realm, why she turned a passion for nutrition into a career, and how her skills as a lawyer have provided a foundation for becoming a proficient nutritionist. Monique also explains the flow-on professional benefits from strong nutritional habits, provides advice to time-poor lawyers on healthy eating strategies, and suggests how law firms can better support individuals to ensure proper nutrition.

Research shows that around 30 per cent of women and 40 per cent of men rate their wellbeing as "very good" meaning the vast majority of us sit on average or below. On this episode of The Wellness Daily Show, host Jerome Doraisamy is joined by Suzanne Deeming to explore the findings unearthed by her data insights platform WorkScore, a digital wellbeing tool that provides a holistic view for businesses on the wellness of their employees. Suzanne shares the comparative wellbeing statistics with regard to gender, age and industry, explains why men might be more reluctant than women to talk about their issues, and suggests some practical strategies that can be implemented to improve men's overall health.

Approximately 690,000 Australians experience complex mental health difficulties, including psychosis, personality disorder, eating disorders, bipolar and OCD. Deputy CEO of SANE Australia, Michelle Blanchard, joins host Jerome Doraisamy on this episode of The Wellness Daily Show to talk about the Our Turn to Speak campaign, which is a national survey that seeks to understand the life experiences of people living with severe and complex mental health issues in Australia. Michelle explains the different aspects of stigmatic and discriminatory behavior, how the organisation plans to use their findings to inform policy changes, and the hypothesised implications of these results for people who work in professional services and suffer from such conditions.

Traditionally, clinical psychology focuses primarily on the faults, failings and weaknesses of patients in order to effectively treat psychological disorders. Positive psychology represents a shift away from this deficit approach to one that concentrates on emphasising strengths and happiness as a means to mental wellbeing. Chief happiness officer at The Happiness Institute, Dr Tim Sharp, joins Jerome Doraisamy on this episode of The Wellness Daily Show to outline the key benefits offered by positive psychology, explain the generalised principles that professionals can implement in their daily lives, and reveal how he personally adopts this model of psychology in his own life. Dr Happy breaks down the difference between popular psychology and positive psychology as represented on social media, debunks the common misconception that so-called negative emotions should be avoided, and suggests the importance of using flexible methods of thinking in different circumstances.

According to Herbert Smith Freehills' Danielle Kelly, health and wellbeing strategies in the professional services sector need to shift from a reactionary, first-aid response to more proactively tackling systemic issues. In this episode of The Wellness Daily Show, host Jerome Doraisamy is joined by the head of diversity and inclusion at Herbert Smith Freehills to discuss how her firm's attitude towards wellness strategies has evolved over the last decade. Danielle elaborates on the positive impact of HSF's mental health champions for workplace culture, how the implementation of a global mental health strategy addresses diversity and inclusion, and suggests further actions for facilitating optimal wellness in big corporate.

Women working in professional services face a host of extra environmental pressures that are directly linked to overall wellness and mental health. CEO of Women in Banking and Finance Jen Dalitz joins host Jerome Doraisamy on this episode of The Wellness Daily Show to explain the purpose of her organisation and how it is making a tangible impact on gender diversity within the banking and finance sector. She discusses the reasons behind the under representation of women in decision making roles in the industry, the flow-on effects on women's health and wellbeing, and the practical strategies that institutions and individuals can apply to alleviate environmental pressures for women in professional services.

The Well Store in Sydney's inner west sources organic beauty and home products with a vision to alleviate excess toxins in the everyday lives of its customers. On this episode of The Wellness Daily Show, the shop's founder Mariana Boulous tells host Jerome Doraisamy the story of how tragic family circumstances led her down the natural health path and why she encourages an integrated approach to wellness that balances western medicine and natural remedies. She advocates for the importance of education in this alternative field, warns against deceptive greenwashing that promotes harmful products to consumers, and explains how she responds to customers who want to dismiss medical advice.

"Conversation is the currency of connection," according to founder of global mental health movement Heart On My Sleeve, Mitch Wallis. On this episode of The Wellness Daily Show, he reveals to host Jerome Doraisamy how a viral Facebook video inspired his dedication to this initiative, which encourages people that are suffering to share their stories and seek help. Mitch shares his philosophies on the importance of speaking about mental health, how to be an effective listener to someone who is struggling, and why we don't need to have a life free of problems in order to be happy.

The Starlight Children's Foundation aims to run campaigns that have real, lasting impacts on the lives of participants, whilst simultaneously raising vital funds to help bring happiness to sick kids. Starlight's digital fundraising specialist Caitlin Adler joins host Jerome Doraisamy on this bonus episode of The Wellness Daily Show to promote their latest fundraisers - Sugar Free Me, Super Swim, and Meeting for Good. Caitlin explains the abundant health benefits of the campaigns, her personal motivations for partaking, and how you too can get involved in improving both your own life and the lives of Starlight children.

Unsatisfied with the inadequate sex education she was provided in high school, Georgia Grace underwent further study to become a sex educator and intimacy coach and now aims to spread information that will enable her clients to have more fulfilling sex. On this episode of The Wellness Daily Show, Georgia joins host Jerome Doraisamy to talk about the benefits of maintaining an active sex life to physiological and psychological health, and subsequently, one's professional life. She also reveals some common obstacles corporate professionals encounter regarding sex and the techniques she uses to address these issues with her clients.

According to business coach and author Rhiannon Rees, success is enormously dependent on maintaining a mindset that is geared towards it. On this episode of The Wellness Daily Show, Rhiannon joins host Jerome Doraisamy to explain how tragic circumstances equipped her with the tools to turn her life around, what a poverty victim scarcity mentality is and how her principles are applicable to anyone who is struggling with wealth. She further describes her life being punctuated by immense loss as a blessing, and has since been able to turn every opportunity into one that brings in money.

Box-ticking events and activities that intend to address psychological distress, anxiety, depression and other related ailments for working professionals ultimately lack substance and impact. One cannot, according to one professional, employ a "one size fits all" approach when looking after staff needs. In this episode of The Wellness Daily Show, host Jerome Doraisamy speaks to TAL Australia head of mental health Glenn Baird about what constitutes an effective strategy to combat mental health issues in the workplace, what professional services industries or trades are doing well, and how best leaders can facilitate a collegiate, hospitable environment.

Saunas have been around for centuries, and now with the advent of infrared versions of this wellness practice, opportunities to sweat out our stressors are more available than ever before. On this episode of The Wellness Daily Show, host Jerome Doraisamy speaks with Nimbus & Co co-owner and director Neil O'Sullivan about what an infrared sauna is, what are the health and wellbeing benefits of such a practice, how we can incorporate this practice into our schedules and what it can teach us about mindfulness, physical health and the need for discipline in our routines.

Health and wellbeing means different things to different people, and as such, it is imperative that each of us think more deeply about our purpose, when it comes to living the lives we see for ourselves. On this episode of The Wellness Daily Show, host Jerome Doraisamy speaks with health coach and Instagram influencer Elizabeth Gageler about taking the time to discover joy and meaning in our health and wellbeing pursuits. The self-styled "essential oil junkie, chemical-free living advocate, lover of wholefood, weightlifter, beachgoer and detox queen" also discusses her personal journey with mental health issues, what worked and didn't work for her, and what others can learn from her experiences.

For much of her teenage life and early adulthood, Sophia Hatzis was plagued by anorexia nervosa, which led to anxiety and depression. Years on, she is thriving as a rugby player and advice blogger for young girls. On this episode of The Wellness Daily Show, Jerome Doraisamy speaks with Ms Hatzis about her journey through ill-health, what it has taught her about societal norms, what got her through and how writing, hitting the gym and playing rugby have been immeasurably cathartic for her.

Leaving the traditional 9-to-5 may sound like a great idea, but for most if not all, launching a start-up means sacrificing any semblance of a balanced life, argues Alan Manly. On this episode of The Wellness Daily Show, GCA Group of Companies CEO and chairman Alan Manly explains why those in the start-up space can't have a balance in the same way that employees can, whether those running small businesses are in the same boat, and what can be done to ensure that one's health and happiness doesn't fall by the wayside.

On this special episode of The Wellness Daily Show, R U OK? non-executive director Graeme Cowan explains what it means to identify, trust and act on the signs and symptoms of ill-health in the workplace - not just today, but every day.

Olympic gold medallist Michael Klim joins us on this week's episode to discuss his relationship with swimming - both in the pool and the ocean - and how, post-retirement, he has found other avenues through which to ensure optimal wellness. In this episode of The Wellness Daily Show, the champion swimmer talks about the health and wellbeing benefits of swimming in all environments, how important it is for men to speak openly about what they're going through, how he got into skin care advocacy, and much more!

The influence of our guts on our broader, holistic health is more significant than one might think, as Microba senior scientist and research officer Alena Pribyl explains on this week's episode of The Wellness Daily Show. In conversation with host Jerome Doraisamy, Ms Pribyl explains what we mean by gut health and gut microbiome, what to look for in a health microbiome, the dangers of not taking proper care of our guts and what we can do to ensure a healthier approach for our physical, emotional and psychological wellbeing.  

Finance broker, mentor and author of Fear Money Purpose, Nancy Youssef, joins host Jerome Doraisamy on this week's episode of The Wellness Daily Show to discuss what the meaning of personal and professional purpose – particularly for small business owners – and why it is so important. Ms Youssef shares her advice for overcoming financial fear, the importance of addressing your strengths and weaknesses, how imperative it is to have a dedicated financial mentor and the potential cost of not getting the right financial advice.

Women's mentor, coach, best-selling author, and award-winning entrepreneur Megan Dalla-Camina joins host Jerome Doraisamy on this week's episode of The Wellness Daily Show to discuss how she got into advocacy and what it means to be a woman in modern society. Ms Dalla-Camina shares her journey from the corporate world to advocacy for women, how she tackled the top-level issues impacting women in the workplace and practical solutions for both women and men looking to help make a change in this space.

Helping shift how people see and respond to change was the turning point for this week's guest: founder, CEO and author Stacey Copas, who joins host Jerome Doraisamy on this week's episode of The Wellness Daily Show. Stacey shares her journey, how she dealt with the first few years after the accident that was the turning point that inspired her to push through the trying times, how it has shaped her to be the woman she is today and her top mantras that people can utilise to frame their resilience.

In May of 2017, Amani Haydar's father was sentenced to 18 years in prison for the murder of his wife. In this episode of The Wellness Daily Show, Amani joins host Jerome Doraisamy to reflect on the incident, her experience as a lawyer navigating the resulting legal proceedings, and how the event has driven her to be an advocate for others Amani discusses her role on the board of the Bankstown Women's Health Centre, how through the creative industries she is leading a narrative around women's rights, and shares where she believes there are shortfalls in the legal system surrounding harassment and abuse towards women. If you are in need of support or information, you may wish to contact the below services: www.ourwatch.org www.whiteribbon.org.au www.lifeline.org.au or the national hotline for sexual assault, domestic family violence / counselling on 1800 RESPECT

In this week's episode of The Wellness daily show host, Jerome Doraisamy is joined by Partnerships manager at Momentum Media and former Royal marine commando in her majesty's royal navy service Joe Vince to discuss his time in service and how it has shaped his life. Joe reveals how he applies the skills he learnt during his service in a work environment, the importance of being prepared mentally before physically taking on a task and how he navigates through stressful situations.

Financial abuse is a form of domestic violence. In this week's episode of The Wellness Daily Show, Jerome Doraisamy is joined by financial advisor and author Helen Baker to discuss the challenges involved with addressing such abuse and practical ways to combat it. The pair also flesh out Helen's five foundations for protecting yourself against financial abuse, why you are never too young to put such parameters in place, the warning signs to look out for and her theory of “sexually transmitted debt”.

Chris Rhyss Edwards, a veteran and founder and CEO of Soldier.ly, recounts how he came within moments of taking his own life before receiving an SMS, which changed his decision and is the reason he is alive today.  In this episode – brought to you by Wellness Daily's sister title, Defence Connect – Chris reveals how this occurrence shaped his decision to start Solider.ly: a stress detection and management software that connects veterans and workplace employees with the support they need, how it aims to avoid veteran suicides and how Solider.ly is future proofing its business plan to utilise new and upcoming technology. Chris also shares his advice for those looking to start a business in defence sector and the biggest challenges facing solider.ly today.

Margo Lydon CEO of SuperFriend joins host Jerome Doraisamy in this week's episode of The Wellness Daily Show to discuss the findings of SuperFriends' Indicators of a Thriving Workplace report, and how Australia stacks up. Margo reveals the five key indicators organisations should be looking at, how these indicators differ between professional environments, the effects of the Banking Royal Commission and how organisations can implement simple strategies without spending a cent.     

In this episode of The Wellness Daily Show, host Jerome Doraisamy is joined by Amanda Lau, communications manager and wellness coach, who has recently taken up pole dancing as a form of exercise and why she highly recommends it to any who is thinking about trying it. Amanda reveals the major benefits she has gained from pole, why it is so good for your health and wellbeing and how it has taught her to lover her body and be confident in her own skin.

In this episode of The Wellness Daily Show, host Jerome Doraisamy is joined by Warwick Levy, the founder of Lonely Kids Club, an independent clothing label that tackles mental awareness through fashion. Warwick reveals what inspired him to start the brand, how he manages his own mental health and how the brand has built a community for people struggling with mental health issues.

In this episode of The Wellness Daily Show, host James Mitchell is joined by Jessica Brady, the co-founder of financial advice business Fox & Hare, to examine the nexus between personal health and wellbeing and financial fitness, the necessity of setting one's self up for the future and ensuring a holistic approach to all aspects of life.  Listen to James and Ms Brady engage in a lively discussion about the ins and outs of financial fitness and wellness, with specific reference to idiosyncratic domestic issues and opportunities. Why financial health is so important   

Avid surfers David Stratford and Michael Johnson are the faces behind Manly Surf, a blog that aims to create a community out of what is often seen as a solo sport. In this episode of The Wellness Daily Show, they join host Jerome Doraisamy to reveal how surfing has impacted their lives by offering more than just physical benefits and why they look at it as far more than simply hitting the beach. The pair share stories of their time on the water, discuss the importance of discipline and how outdoor activity offers up plenty of valuable, transferable skills and teachings.

In this episode of The Wellness Daily Show, host Jerome Doraisamy is joined by naturopath and clinical nutritionist Layla Metcalfe to talk all things naturopathy, including its place in modern society and some of the challenges facing the growth of this style of treatment. Layla will cover the basics of what naturopathy is, discuss their role in client wellness with issues such as mental illness, and reveal why men are increasingly taking up naturopathy as a preferred healthcare.

Mr Perfect founder Terry Cornick knows first-hand what it's like to struggle with mental illness. Having suffered depression in his teens and anxiety and suicidal tendencies in his 20's, he has since discovered the importance of a strong support network and community. Terry is now helping other men talk about their stresses and worries during judgement-free social events. In this episode of The Wellness Daily Show, host Jerome Doraisamy talks to Terry about his own journey with mental health, explores the common issues he sees in the mental health sector and unpacks the success of the Mr. Perfect social environment as a platform to support open discussion.

The sibling founders of Set The Bar, Adam and Sascha Jones, are passionate about helping people make healthy eating choices. In this episode of The Wellness Daily Show, they reflect on how they have grown from selling a single low-GI protein bar three years ago to offering a suite of products and how they combated burnout and poor health decisions in their own lives along the way. Joining host James Mitchell, Adam and Sascha discuss the role of the modern workplace in poor health, the alarming progress of both obesity and diabetes in modern society, and how the growth of the health sector is impacting their business and also creating "information overload" for those looking to take the right steps toward a healthier future.

While at his son's first birthday, a couple of beverages down, Alex Whitlock was approached by a friend and asked to play rugby. He agreed, but only a few games later with broken did he decide that rugby may not be his calling. Instead, it was the running during the games that he was enjoying. In this episode of The Wellness Daily Show, Alex joins host James Mitchell to share how he has found a love for running, recounting on his first long-distance run, a race that ended in an ambulance on route to a Hong Kong hospital. Alex shares how his training regime has changed, the successes he has since had within the sport, and reflects on how an injury set him back but a shift in mindset got him back on track. He discusses the psychological benefits of running and how it has helped him to alter his inner voice to one of encouragement.  

In this episode of The Wellness Daily Show, Jerome Doraisamy is joined by R U OK? non-executive director, Graeme Cowan, to discuss the mistakes that workplaces make when it comes to looking after staff wellbeing, the fiscal cost of not creating collegiate, hospitable environments, and the responsibility of boards to not only avoid health issues but proactively promote optimal wellness. This episode of The Wellness Daily Show contains content which some may find confronting or distressing. If you are in need of support, you can contact the following crisis services: Lifeline, 13 11 14, www.lifeline.org.au Suicide Call Back Service, 1300 659 467, www.suicidecallbackservice.org.au  

Author Marshall Dunn lost his brother to suicide in 2002 - a moment that he looks back on knowing that "nothing would ever be the same again".  But it was how he navigated that journey of grief that shaped Marshall's role today in helping others "come home to themselves". In this episode of The Wellness Daily Show, host Jerome Doraisamy is joined by Marshall who discusses the emotions that he went through on that journey, his personal path to healing, and the link that he found between the heart and wellbeing which changed his perspective on his brother's suicide. He will delve into the consciousness of the heart both chemically and physiologically, the benefits of heart-focused meditation, and share why he believes that a life not examined is a life wasted. This episode of The Wellness Daily Show contains content which some may find confronting or distressing. If you are in need of support, you can contact the following crisis services: Lifeline, 13 11 14, www.lifeline.org.au Suicide Call Back Service, 1300 659 467, www.suicidecallbackservice.org.au

Kate Cliff took an interest in a career in the social justice system after having two family members killed in a car accident caused by a drunk driver who was let off on a lenient sentence when she was just 14. She dedicated herself to her law studies, had her future in the sector mapped out, and was then herself hit by a car while crossing the road. In this episode of The Wellness Daily Show, Kate revisits her extensive time recovering from the resulting injuries, and how being told that "the old Kate doesn't exist anymore" and that she would need to give up on her hopes and dreams instead triggered a drive for her to live her best life. Kate discusses the role that meditation played in her recovery, the turning point that made her realise that meditation was instead how she would help others, and why she believes that it is the path to becoming a "multi-dimensional" human.  

With a background teaching piano and dance, Ellen Moran is no stranger to passing on her knowledge. Now a certified yoga instructor after completing what she describes as "life changing" immersion training last year, the Sydney-based instructor is teaching a diverse group of students the joys of yoga. Ellen reveals how a lack of connection with her own yoga teachers has crafted the unique way which she teaches, how various teaching environments present their own unique energies and challenges, and unpacks the philosophy the behind the ancient practice.

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