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Each episode unpicks an intriguing concept from psychology and wellbeing research and how you can integrate this into your ordinary everyday life. The occasional special interest subject, guest interviews and some tears and laughter along the way.]]>enSelf-ImprovementCopyright Rebecca Jacksonhttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/63699b5daa975e11b7e548b67de9a78a.jpghttp://drbecjackson.com/Mon, 19 Jan 2026 04:36:31 +0000Rebecca JacksonRebecca Jacksonfeeds@spreaker.comA show for people watchers, wellness devotees, self-development junkies and anyone curious about psychology, wellbeing and understanding the inner workings of the human mind. Each episode unpicks an intriguing concept from psychology and wellbeing...
Each episode unpicks an intriguing concept from psychology and wellbeing research and how you can integrate this into your ordinary everyday life. The occasional special interest subject, guest interviews and some tears and laughter along the way.]]>cleanepisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-20-creating-a-happy-life--43644493https://api.spreaker.com/episode/43644493Sat, 27 Feb 2021 04:00:00 +0000Rebecca JacksonWhat does it take to create a happy life? Dr Bec revisits the concept of happiness and the relationship with concepts such as pleasure, meaning and life-satisfaction. She also summarises the themes and concepts covered in Season 1- Dr Bec Live, and...3184cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-19-the-winner-s-mindset-what-s-the-secret--43644482https://api.spreaker.com/episode/43644482Fri, 26 Feb 2021 05:56:00 +0000Rebecca JacksonWhat does it take to cultivate a winner's mindset? Dr Bec Jackson is joined by Dr Jo Lukins to discuss the secret of what it takes to think like a winner. Jo discusses her work with elite athletes and the champion mindset, while Bec shares insights...2956cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-18-living-in-the-moment-daily-mindfulness--43644507https://api.spreaker.com/episode/43644507Fri, 26 Feb 2021 04:02:45 +0000Rebecca JacksonLiving in the moment - is not a mindless cliche, it's important advice on how to live mindfully. Mindfulness is seeing things more clearly and paying attention moment to moment to moment. When you are being mindful you notice what is happening, as it...2983cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-17-ruok-a-conversation-that-can-save-lives--43644475
If you feel you know a person who is struggling, trust that gut instinct and take the time to ask them “Are you OK?” Listen openly, encourage them to act, and check back in later.

Sometimes these conversations can be too big for friends and family. If you’re worried about someone and feel they need professional support, encourage them to connect with a trusted health professional like their doctor. Listening to this episode you may realise you need to seek assistance for yourself or for someone you know. Check the RUOK.org.au website for the most current information.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/43644475Fri, 26 Feb 2021 03:54:26 +0000Rebecca JacksonTalking about suicide and suicide prevention is never an easy conversation. But talking about it in a safe way is important. The topic and the statistics can be overwhelming. In this episode Dr. Bec Jackson, talks about the difference we can all make...
If you feel you know a person who is struggling, trust that gut instinct and take the time to ask them “Are you OK?” Listen openly, encourage them to act, and check back in later.

Sometimes these conversations can be too big for friends and family. If you’re worried about someone and feel they need professional support, encourage them to connect with a trusted health professional like their doctor. Listening to this episode you may realise you need to seek assistance for yourself or for someone you know. Check the RUOK.org.au website for the most current information.]]>2996cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-16-the-power-of-your-mindset--43644455https://api.spreaker.com/episode/43644455Fri, 26 Feb 2021 03:53:11 +0000Rebecca Jackson“Change your mindset change your life!” Possibly more than any other single factor, your mindset determines the quality of your life. It impacts your success, your happiness, your inner and outer world experience. Mindsets aren’t just any sets of...2875cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-15-what-it-means-to-live-your-best-life--43644436https://api.spreaker.com/episode/43644436Fri, 26 Feb 2021 03:51:34 +0000Rebecca JacksonNot just a hashtag! Living your best life is a personal philosophy which means living a life that brings you a sense of fulfilment, meaning and joy. It encompasses self-awareness, knowledge and acceptance, ultimately leading you to take actions to...3119cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-14-sleep-matters-for-mental-health--43644430https://api.spreaker.com/episode/43644430Fri, 26 Feb 2021 03:47:34 +0000Rebecca JacksonWe spend a third of our life asleep. It's essential to good physical and mental health, our happiness and daily functioning in waking lives. Despite its importance, sleep remains a mystery to most of us. Dr Bec explains the function of sleep, patterns...3109cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-13-a-little-gratitude-goes-a-long-way--43644421https://api.spreaker.com/episode/43644421Fri, 26 Feb 2021 03:46:31 +0000Rebecca JacksonCultivating a practice of gratitude goes a long way to creating a happier, healthier and more fulfilling life. This episode Dr Bec outlines some of the science of gratitude, the psychological, physical and psychosocial benefits of being thankful and...2890cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-12-cultivating-kindness--43644416https://api.spreaker.com/episode/43644416Fri, 26 Feb 2021 03:45:05 +0000Rebecca JacksonWhether we have rich, full, happy lives depends far more on how we choose to treat others than how we are treated. Kindness transforms your mental health and wellbeing and relationships. Whether it be generalised kindness directed towards others or...2919cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-11-the-biophilia-effect-and-mental-health--43644408https://api.spreaker.com/episode/43644408Fri, 26 Feb 2021 03:43:43 +0000Rebecca JacksonDo you love to head into nature to recharge your batteries? Does your mood improve after a walk on the beach, a dip in the ocean or a run through a parkland? Do you enjoy gardening, walks in the forrest, camping, stargazing, cloud watching, fishing,...2897cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-10-unlocking-motivation--43642809https://api.spreaker.com/episode/43642809Fri, 26 Feb 2021 00:21:26 +0000Rebecca JacksonDo you struggle with motivation? In this episode Dr Bec unlocks the keys to motivation. What is the psychology of motivation, why is it important to healthy human functioning, what is more powerful external rewards or internal desires, what are the...3095cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-9-the-power-of-writing--43642725https://api.spreaker.com/episode/43642725Fri, 26 Feb 2021 00:19:42 +0000Rebecca JacksonDr Bec discusses the power of writing and how it contributes to your mental health and wellbeing. She discusses the researched benefits behind personal and therapeutic writing and journalling, such as decreased stress, anxiety and depression and...3005cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-8-the-unexpected-journey--43642648https://api.spreaker.com/episode/43642648Fri, 26 Feb 2021 00:08:49 +0000Rebecca JacksonIn this episode Dr Bec Jackson discusses what happens when life takes un unexpected turn. She interviews a guest author abut the unexpected journey that this mother of four, Julie Fisher and her family were called to when finding out that their unborn...3017cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-7-big-hand-little-hand--43642616
In this episode Dr Bec chats with mother, teacher and author Trish Carpenter about her journey to motherhood, her twin boys Cam and Tom and discovering Tom’s brain cancer at age 7. Trish shares her heartbreaking story and her hope that by providing insight into the practical and emotional experience of living with a child through cancer treatment and then grieving the the loss of a child, she can provide some support for other parents and families touched by childhood cancer. Trish also discusses with Bec her life since Tom’s passing in 2017, how she continues to find ways to integrate Tom’s life with hers. Trish has shared her story in her book titled Big Hand, Little Hand available at www.bighandlittlehand.com.au where Trish also has a blog you can subscribe to.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/43642616Fri, 26 Feb 2021 00:00:12 +0000Rebecca JacksonSpecial Note: This episode may be distressing to some listeners who have terminally ill children or who have experienced recent grief & bereavement. See resources below if you need support. In this episode Dr Bec chats with mother, teacher and author...
In this episode Dr Bec chats with mother, teacher and author Trish Carpenter about her journey to motherhood, her twin boys Cam and Tom and discovering Tom’s brain cancer at age 7. Trish shares her heartbreaking story and her hope that by providing insight into the practical and emotional experience of living with a child through cancer treatment and then grieving the the loss of a child, she can provide some support for other parents and families touched by childhood cancer. Trish also discusses with Bec her life since Tom’s passing in 2017, how she continues to find ways to integrate Tom’s life with hers. Trish has shared her story in her book titled Big Hand, Little Hand available at www.bighandlittlehand.com.au where Trish also has a blog you can subscribe to.]]>3268cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-6-lest-we-forget-anzac-day-special--43642582
ANZAC Day 2020, offers a chance to take a breath, mindfully and intentionally reflect on what does ANZAC Day mean and how can it be relevant in 2020 and the future. It allows everyone to build empathy for veterans who often feel isolated and disconnected highlights the simplicity of standing in your piece of the world at dawn, with your loved ones or alone, in a moment of quiet and intentional reflection, commemoration and gratitude can be just as powerful as traditional commemorations.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/43642582Thu, 25 Feb 2021 23:58:31 +0000Rebecca JacksonIn this episode Dr Bec dedicates the show to ANZAC DAY to pay tribute to all Australian service personnel. Coming from a military family, having served 16 years in the Australian Army Reserve and now working alongside servicemen and women daily,...
ANZAC Day 2020, offers a chance to take a breath, mindfully and intentionally reflect on what does ANZAC Day mean and how can it be relevant in 2020 and the future. It allows everyone to build empathy for veterans who often feel isolated and disconnected highlights the simplicity of standing in your piece of the world at dawn, with your loved ones or alone, in a moment of quiet and intentional reflection, commemoration and gratitude can be just as powerful as traditional commemorations.]]>3122cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-5-busting-boredom--43642447https://api.spreaker.com/episode/43642447Thu, 25 Feb 2021 23:53:21 +0000Rebecca JacksonIn this episode Dr Bec Jackson discusses the concept of boredom, what it is, whether it’s a necessary part of our human psychology and what are the advantages and disadvantages to being bored. She discusses what we do to avoid this state of boredom...3039cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-4-journey-inside--43642352
To discuss how you might do that Dr Bec interviews special guest Anni Finsterer, writer, actor and resilience coach, to pick her brains about her personal and professional experiences with resilience during quarantine. Anni has co-authored a 14-day program to help survive and thrive during isolation called My Quarantine Companion.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/43642352Thu, 25 Feb 2021 23:39:24 +0000Rebecca JacksonThis episode discusses the advantages to taking time in isolation as an opportunity to do some inner work. When you can’t go outside to seek adventure, why not take the inner journey and check in with your self. What do you need? What can you offer...
To discuss how you might do that Dr Bec interviews special guest Anni Finsterer, writer, actor and resilience coach, to pick her brains about her personal and professional experiences with resilience during quarantine. Anni has co-authored a 14-day program to help survive and thrive during isolation called My Quarantine Companion.]]>2941cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-3-staying-connected--43609784https://api.spreaker.com/episode/43609784Wed, 24 Feb 2021 02:42:40 +0000Rebecca JacksonThis episode of Dr. Bec Live is focussed on how to stay connected during the COVID19 social distancing measures implemented across the world. Dr Bec discusses the importance of social connection in maintaining your emotional and mental health....3006cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-2-staying-mentally-healthy-during-covid-19--43609561
Resources:

www.beyondblue.org.au
www.lifeline.og.au

For up-to-date information, contact one of these trusted sources:

The Australian Government Department of Health at www.health.gov.au
The Public Health Information Line on 1800 004 599

Your local public health agency:

Australian Capital Territory: 02 5124 9213/02 9962 4155 after hours
New South Wales: 1300 066 055
Northern Territory: 08 8922 8044
Queensland: 13 43 25 84
South Australia: 1300 232 272
Tasmania: 1800 671 738
Victoria: 1300 651 160
Western Australia: www.healthywa.wa.gov.au]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/43609561Wed, 24 Feb 2021 02:19:26 +0000Rebecca JacksonRecorded March 2020 - This episode Dr Bec discusses the predicted impacts of the COVID19 pandemic on the mental health of people around the world. Why emtions and moods are contagious and how you can use that in an adaptive way to empower yourself and...
Resources:

www.beyondblue.org.au
www.lifeline.og.au

For up-to-date information, contact one of these trusted sources:

The Australian Government Department of Health at www.health.gov.au
The Public Health Information Line on 1800 004 599

Your local public health agency:

Australian Capital Territory: 02 5124 9213/02 9962 4155 after hours
New South Wales: 1300 066 055
Northern Territory: 08 8922 8044
Queensland: 13 43 25 84
South Australia: 1300 232 272
Tasmania: 1800 671 738
Victoria: 1300 651 160
Western Australia: www.healthywa.wa.gov.au]]>2991cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-1-getting-acquainted--43608771https://api.spreaker.com/episode/43608771Wed, 24 Feb 2021 00:53:37 +0000Rebecca JacksonPilot Episode: Our Launch show features Dr Bec Jackson Live from Canberra Australia & Toni Lontis (Radio Toni) discussing digital radio and the benefits of this platform for listeners. Dr Bec describes how the show/podcast can provide psycho-education...2928cleanfull