Beyond The Surface Podcast

• Episode 36: Judgement: How to Stop Letting It Hold You Back

  In this solo episode Belinda dives into a weight we all carry - judgement.Here’s the truth: you’ll be judged if you do, and you’ll be judged if you don’t. And yet, judgement is one of the biggest things that keeps us small. It silences us, makes us second-guess ourselves, and holds us back from showing up fully.Belinda unpacks why judgement is often more about the person giving it than the one receiving it, how old wounds can make criticism sting more deeply, and the power of shifting from taking it personally to reclaiming your worth.You’ll hear about:Why judgement is projection (and not always about you).How belief systems and nervous system states filter what people see.Simple tools to pause, breathe, and take back your power when judgement lands.The “Let Them” theory and how to choose your peace over their opinions.Why our judgements of others often reflect the ones we carry within ourselves.If you’ve ever shrunk yourself out of fear of what people might say, this episode will help you step forward anyway,  anchor into your worth, and live more freely.Podcast Sponsor:Evolution Botanicals: real, natural support for your health. From functional mushrooms for focus, energy and immunity, to traditional herbs that nourish and  support your nervous system.  Vist: https://evolutionbotanicals.com.au/ and add BTS10 for 10% off your first order.Connect with Belinda:Website: www.belindaanderson.com.au(sign up to her Newsletter to receive updates on retreats, podcast episodes, and insights to help you heal, grow & thrive).Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/belinda.andersonFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/belindaandersonau

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• Episode 35: Kieran Foran: NRL Great on Success, Struggles & Starting Over

  Content warning: This episode talks about addiction, mental health struggles, and suicide. If you or someone you know is struggling, please reach out to a mental health professional or support line in your area. In Australia, you can contact Lifeline on 13 11 14.After nearly two decades on the rugby league field, Kieran Foran has announced his retirement. With over 300 NRL games, a premiership, and a legacy as captain of the New Zealand national team, Kieran is stepping off the field and into a new chapter of life.In this candid and powerful conversation, Belinda goes beyond the athlete and meets the man behind the jersey. Kieran opens up about his childhood dream to play for the Kiwis, the relentless work ethic that carried him through 17 seasons, and the darker battles he faced away from the spotlight. From gambling and drinking to depression and a suicide attempt, he shares how hitting rock bottom ultimately led him to rebuild his life.We also explore:The work ethic and evolution that sustained a 17-year career in the NRL.The toll of injuries and isolation, and how they can strip away an athlete’s identity.Why vulnerability is strength and the importance of men ‘wearing their heart on their sleeves’ and speaking up.The reality of life after football and Kieran’s excitement to discover who he is beyond the field.His message of hope to anyone battling demons: you can change.This episode is more than a farewell to one of rugby league’s most resilient and respected players. It’s a raw reminder that success doesn’t make us immune to struggle, and that the courage to say “I’m not okay” can save lives.Podcast Sponsor:Evolution Botanicals: real, natural support for your health. From functional mushrooms for focus, energy and immunity, to traditional herbs that nourish and  support your nervous system. Visit: https://evolutionbotanicals.com.au/ and add BTS10 for 10% off your first order.Connect with Belinda:Website: www.belindaanderson.com.au(sign up to her Newsletter to receive updates on retreats, podcast episodes, and insights to help you heal, grow & thrive).Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/belinda.andersonFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/belindaandersonauConnect with Kieran:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kieranforan/

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• Episode 34: Trevor Hendy: From Winning at All Costs to Winning on All Levels

  In this episode, Belinda sits down with Trevor Hendy, six-time Australian Ironman Champion, four-time World Champion, and Australian Sporting Hall of Fame inductee. Trevor isn’t just a champion - he’s an icon. But as he reveals, his greatest lessons came not only from winning, but from discovering flow, connection, and meaning beyond competition.Trevor shares the deeply personal story of losing his father and the profound sense of guidance he now feels. He reflects on how a supportive family and the surf lifesaving community shaped his values, and how an “effortless effort” mindset propelled him into the flow state - both in sport and in life. With honesty, he opens up about the ego traps of chasing external validation, and how he shifted from winning at all costs to winning on all levels.We cover:The strong connection he shared with his father, and the moment he doubted himself as a man when his son was born, and how it became a profound awakening.Life lessons from surf lifesaving and finding courage through community.The power of flow state and “effortless effort” that set him apart from the pack and kept him calm and consistent under pressure.Reframing challenges through his belief that “the conditions are always perfect.”Identity, ego, and the shift from chasing wins to finding true connection.His life as an elite sportsman, son, father, husband, grandfather, coach, and mentor.What lights him up today, how adventure brings him joy, and what life looks like beyond the glory days.This conversation goes far deeper than medals and competition. Whether you’re an athlete, a leader, or simply navigating your own waves, Trevor’s wisdom will leave you reflecting on what it truly means to live in flow.Podcast Sponsor:Before this podcast existed, before the name, the mic, any of it, Evolution Botanicals was already part of my daily life. I’ve been a customer for years, so it feels really aligned to now share their natural wellness products with you — from functional mushrooms that support energy and immunity, to traditional herbs that help the body adapt to stress.Head to: https://evolutionbotanicals.com.au/ and add BTS10 for 10% off your order.Connect with Belinda:Website: www.belindaanderson.com.au(sign up to her Newsletter to receive updates on retreats, podcast episodes & insights to help you heal, grow & thrive).Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/belinda.andersonFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/belindaandersonauConnect with Trevor:Website: https://www.trevorhendy.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hendytrev/

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• Episode 33: AJ Williams: From Public Housing, DV, Alcoholic Parents & Abandonment to 8-Figure Entrepreneur

  Belinda sits down with AJ Williams, a man who has transformed a turbulent past into an extraordinary life. AJ shares with raw honesty how living in public housing, surviving domestic violence, growing up with alcoholic parents, and being abandoned shaped him, and how he consciously chose to break generational cycles. From professional sport to founding Revel Saunas & Ice Baths, AJ reveals the lessons no business book could teach: resilience, alignment, and prioritizing health over wealth. He also shares how his three daughters have softened him and why he focuses on building memories rather than chasing money. We explore:•              Surviving a challenging childhood and choosing a different path•              Transforming personal pain into purpose •              How he built an 8-figure business in just 3.5 months without any stock•              The role of timing, purpose, and alignment in true success•              Parenting philosophies: why time and presence matter more than screens•              Why health and wellbeing always outweigh wealth•              Not needing to prove your worth because you know who you are This isn’t just a story of success, it’s a story of survival, courage, and rewriting your life’s narrative, no matter where you start. Podcast Sponsor:Before this podcast existed, before the name, the mic, any of it, Evolution Botanicals was already part of my daily life. I’ve been a customer for years, so it feels really aligned to now share their natural wellness products with you — from functional mushrooms that support energy and immunity, to traditional herbs that help the body adapt to stress. Head to: https://evolutionbotanicals.com.au/ and add BTS10 for 10% off your order. Connect with Belinda:Website: www.belindaanderson.com.au(sign up to her Newsletter to receive updates on retreats, podcast episodes & insights to help you heal, grow & thrive). Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/belinda.andersonFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/belindaandersonau Connect with AJ:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamtheajwilliams/Revel Saunas & Ice Baths: https://www.revelsaunas.com

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• Episode 32: Davey Lloyd: From Party Boy, Addiction, Reality TV to Sobriety & Peace

  In this deeply personal and powerful conversation, Belinda sits down with Davey Lloyd, who you might recognize from The Bachelor and Bachelor in Paradise. But today’s episode, we’re talking about much more than reality TV.For nearly two decades, drugs, drinking, and the “tradie party boy” lifestyle became his mask — the confidence to be the fun one, the life of the party — all while unconsciously carrying pain underneath it all.Davey opens up about his third cocaine-related seizure that left him clinically dead before paramedics brought him back to life. This is not a polished comeback story. It’s a real, vulnerable, and courageous look at what it takes to take accountability, get honest with yourself, and do what it takes to get sober.Inside this episode:Early Childhood & Trauma — how the death of his older brother and emotional detachment at home left him feeling like he didn’t belong, and how that followed him into adulthoodRehab & Rebuilding Trust — why owning his truth and coming clean to his parents was the hardest and most healing stepBeing diagnosed with ADHD when he was 12 and how the medication affected himThe toxic pressures of the tradie party cultureThe truth behind dating reality shows — do people really go on to meet someone or just for fame?His cocaine use, seizures, and the moment it was time to check into rehabHow sobriety has brought purpose, peace, and clarity but also new struggles — especially connecting with women without anything to hide behindThe message he wants to give anyone feeling lost, stuck, or struggling with addictionIf you’ve ever battled addiction, loved someone who has, or just needed proof that it’s never too late to change, this episode will stay with you long after you listen.Now almost two years sober, Davey shares: “Sobriety gave me peace. My life has gone from chaos to clarity.”Podcast Sponsor:Before this podcast existed, before the name, the mic, any of it, Evolution Botanicals was already part of my daily life. I’ve been a customer for years, so it feels really aligned to now share their natural wellness products with you — from functional mushrooms that support energy and immunity, to traditional herbs that help the body adapt to stress.Head to: https://evolutionbotanicals.com.au/ and add BTS10 for 10% off your order.Connect with Belinda:Website: www.belindaanderson.com.au(sign up to her Newsletter to receive updates on retreats, podcast episodes & insights to help you heal, grow & thrive).Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/belinda.andersonFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/belindaandersonauConnect with Davey:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/davey_lloyd/

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