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SHORT: How Can You Shift Your Focus and Reduce Stress in Seconds? Noa Belling Shares Another Stress Less Tool
April 16, 2024

SHORT: How Can You Shift Your Focus and Reduce Stress in Seconds? Noa…

Bonus Episode: Listen to Noa Belling, a psychotherapist and author of "Stress Less: Managing Anxiety in a Modern World" take you from anxious to calm. Noa shares a quick stress relief exercise focusing on present-moment aware...

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SHORT: Can Changing Your Posture Help To Overcome Anxiety? Try This Effective Technique With Noa Belling
April 16, 2024

SHORT: Can Changing Your Posture Help To Overcome Anxiety? Try This E…

Bonus Episode: Noa Belling, a psychotherapist and corporate consultant, discusses the link between posture and mental state, offering a tool from her book Stress Less that uses posture change to alleviate stress and anxiety. ...

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The Most Effective Tools for Managing Stress and Anxiety with Noa Belling
April 1, 2024

The Most Effective Tools for Managing Stress and Anxiety with Noa Bel…

Are you aware of how stress physically shapes your life? Sean Loots sits down with award-winning, bestselling author, psychotherapist and corporate consultant, Noa Belling to discuss her latest book, Stress Less: Managing anx...

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How to Embrace Change, Becoming "Good Enough" and Erin Drayton's Inspiring Story of Self-Discovery
March 19, 2024

How to Embrace Change, Becoming "Good Enough" and Erin Drayton's Insp…

Are you ready to discover how challenges can fuel personal growth? In this inspiring episode of "Something Shifted," Sean dives into a heartfelt conversation with Erin Drayton, a mother of two with a story that will move you....

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The Power of Paper and The Most Inspiring Journey of Creativity and Change. Meet Ross Symons.
March 6, 2024

The Power of Paper and The Most Inspiring Journey of Creativity and C…

Ever wondered how folding paper could change your life? In this episode of "Something Shifted," Sean Loots sits down with Ross Symons, who swapped web development for the ancient art of origami and the captivating world of st...

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"Finally Home." Johannes Radebe
Oct. 5, 2023

"Finally Home." Johannes Radebe

In this episode, South African-born, champion dancer and Strictly Come Dancing professional, Johannes Radebe, opens up about the adversities he has faced throughout his life. From growing up in Zamdela, a township in South Af...

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"Sleep on it." Dr Els Van Der Helm
Sept. 13, 2023

"Sleep on it." Dr Els Van Der Helm

This is an excerpt of a previously published full-length episode. I have lucked out on my fair share of sleep in my lifetime. I've also had my sleep cycles interrupted far too many times. Having a young child with epilepsy me...

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Unbelievable! How One Woman's Resilience Turned Struggles into Triumphs
Aug. 30, 2023

Unbelievable! How One Woman's Resilience Turned Struggles into Triump…

In this episode, Sean Loots is in conversation with Nikki Kemp, an adaptive athlete, teacher, and motivator. They cover various topics related to disability awareness, overcoming challenges, embracing personal growth, and set...

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"Your nervous system operates at lightning speed." Shaun Brooking
Aug. 15, 2023

"Your nervous system operates at lightning speed." Shaun Brooking

This is an excerpt of a previously published episode. The full episode is titled "Working on my nerves with Shaun Brooking." _____________________________________ Website: https://shaunbrookingcoaching.co.uk/ Instagram: https...

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"Give yourself permission to do things that bring you joy." Ronen Aires
July 31, 2023

"Give yourself permission to do things that bring you joy." Ronen Air…

If you’re anything like me - and I think you are - you may have healthy debates with friends about how the schooling system has developed our way of thinking. Programed us to believe that a holiday is when you slow down. Groo...

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"Relationships are an art, a science and a practice." Shelley Lewin
July 19, 2023

"Relationships are an art, a science and a practice." Shelley Lewin

Sean Loots speaks with author and relationship coach, Shelley Lewin. Shelley is a certified SACAP counselor, international coach federation member, and accredited professional certified coach. She found her career after her f...

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Brandon Beack Broke His Neck, But Not His Spirit.
July 5, 2023

Brandon Beack Broke His Neck, But Not His Spirit.

While training for a gymnastics competition, 16-year-old Brandon Beack had a life-changing accident. A poorly timed dismount saw him miss the safety mat and land on the only square metre of uncovered concrete. Brandon broke h...

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Dream Another Dream: Ayanda Dlamini's Story
June 21, 2023

Dream Another Dream: Ayanda Dlamini's Story

Ayanda Dlamini is a fellow parent, a dear friend and a former radio colleague. With a devoted husband and 3 children in tow wherever she goes, there is a level of measured of chaos that Aya is accustomed to. The thing that ha...

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From Chaos to Clarity. The Untold Truth of ADHD in Adulthood.
June 7, 2023

From Chaos to Clarity. The Untold Truth of ADHD in Adulthood.

In this episode, Sean speaks with Terence Mentor, who shares his personal journey and experiences with ADHD. Terence opens up about the challenges he faced before understanding his condition and how speaking openly about it h...

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We Need To Talk. This Is How Therapy Saved Her Life.
May 24, 2023

We Need To Talk. This Is How Therapy Saved Her Life.

Some Assembly Required is about matters of the heart and the head, and this episode is extra special for me. One, because Danny Painter has agreed to share openly about her journey to therapy and I think her story may just he...

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Motherhood: Expectations vs Reality
May 11, 2023

Motherhood: Expectations vs Reality

New format. Same great storytelling. Early in our marriage we spoke about having more than one child. And from time to time we revisit that conversation - each time with a refreshed perspective. I've never asked Ruenda what i...

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Tragedy to triumph. The epic comeback of Rachel Goh
April 6, 2023

Tragedy to triumph. The epic comeback of Rachel Goh

Rachel Goh is a clinical psychologist and former Australian swimmer. In this episode, we look back at Rachel's dream to swim at the 2012 Summer Olympic Games in London and the effort it would take to make the Australian Natio...

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How to use visualization and build capacity with Jonno Proudfoot
Feb. 28, 2023

How to use visualization and build capacity with Jonno Proudfoot

Jonno Proudfoot openly shares his difficult childhood, marked by his parents' divorce and a lack of support. He coped by turning to alcohol and drugs, starting at a very young age, but eventually found his drive to succeed th...

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Finding purpose, meditation, unlearning and future-readiness with John Sanei
Jan. 31, 2023

Finding purpose, meditation, unlearning and future-readiness with Joh…

Using a dynamic mix of human psychology, quantum science, business strategy and futurism, John Sanei creates talks, writes books, delivers masterclasses and sits on boards to help guide future-forward leaders who are ready to...

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Sleep better tonight and the downside of alarms with Dr. Els van der Helm
Dec. 5, 2022

Sleep better tonight and the downside of alarms with Dr. Els van der …

Did you know there is a waste management system for your brain? Essentially, it is responsible for carrying fresh fluids into and waste fluids out of your brain. This happens mostly during sleep. So, what then if you don't ge...

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How to develop the mindset of a high performer with sports psychologist Dr Kirsten Van Heerden
Nov. 14, 2022

How to develop the mindset of a high performer with sports psychologi…

We're often told that dealing with daily situations is simply a case of mind over matter, but very seldom are we taught skills to implement this. Dr Kirsten Van Heerden is one of only a handful of people in South Africa to ha...

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BONUS: how to restore balance and re-invigorate your nervous system
Oct. 25, 2022

BONUS: how to restore balance and re-invigorate your nervous system

This is a bonus episode that involves a body based practice led by Shaun Brooking, designed to re-invigorate the nervous system and restore balance. If you haven’t listened to the previous episode "Working on your nerves" yet...

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Working on my nerves with Shaun Brooking
Oct. 19, 2022

Working on my nerves with Shaun Brooking

If, like me, you have aches and pains that come and go, you may have tried a few different methods of alleviating your ailments. I’ve tried physiotherapy, chiropractors, body stress release, TRE and even Rolfing. Rolfing is w...

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I am just a dad
Sept. 30, 2022

I am just a dad

Looking for a podcast that delves into the struggles and joys of being human? Look no further than Something Shifted, hosted by Sean Loots, a dedicated dad who has worked through burnout and is passionate about sharing his ex...

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