Well, hello anxiety with Dr Jodi Richardson

What if anxiety isn't something to get rid of, but something to better understand?
In this special live recording of Well, Hello Anxiety, Dr Jodi Richardson is joined by counsellor, mental fitness coach and Morita Therapist Carly Taylor for a powerful conversation about anxiety, attention, acceptance and what it means to live fully, even when life feels uncertain.
Drawing on the wisdom of Morita Therapy, a Japanese approach to mental wellbeing, Carly shares why anxiety often shows up around the things we care about most, and how shifting our attention can transform our experience. Together, Jodi and Carly explore the relationship between fear and desire, why fighting uncomfortable emotions can make them stronger, and how we can build our capacity to face life's inevitable challenges.
Through personal stories, practical strategies and thought-provoking metaphors, this conversation offers a compassionate and refreshing perspective on anxiety that will stay with you long after you've finished listening.
In this episode, you'll discover:
Why anxiety often appears alongside the things that matter most
The powerful "two sides of the coin" metaphor for understanding fear
What Morita Therapy teaches about acceptance and emotional wellbeing
How attention shapes our experience of life
Why trying to control emotions can create more struggle
Practical ways to redirect attention when anxiety narrows your focus
How to strengthen your "challenge muscle" and build distress tolerance
The Japanese concept of Arugamama: "It is what it is. Now what needs to be done?"
This special live episode is filled with warmth, wisdom and practical insights to help you navigate anxiety with greater self-compassion and courage.
Connect with Carly Taylor:
https://www.carlytaylorcoaching.com.au/
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https://drjodirichardson.com
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When a relationship reaches a crossroads, uncertainty can feel overwhelming. In this episode, Dr Jodi Richardson speaks with Certified Gottman Therapist and Discernment Counsellor Anne Carter about navigating relationship challenges, managing anxiety during times of uncertainty, and understanding the options available when you're unsure about the future of your relationship.

Anne explains how discernment counselling differs from traditional couples therapy, why clarity can ease anxiety, and how couples can move forward with greater confidence, whether that means rebuilding their relationship or choosing a different path.

In this episode they discuss:
What discernment counselling is
How it differs from couples therapy
Managing anxiety during relationship uncertainty
The role of mindfulness and self-compassion
The three pathways available to couples at a crossroads
Why hope and clarity matter when making difficult decisions
Resources

Anne Carter | Well of Life Counselling & Therapy
https://www.welloflife.com.au

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Are you doing all the "right" wellbeing habits but still feeling exhausted?
In this episode of Well, Hello Anxiety, Dr Jodi Richardson is joined by performance dietitian, executive coach and author Jessica Spendlove to explore why so many people are running on empty despite knowing the wellbeing basics.
Jessica shares her practical approach to sustainable wellbeing, built around five key rhythms: sleep, nutrition, movement, stress, recovery and connection. Together, they discuss the power of consistency over perfection, why recovery is the antidote to stress, and how small, proactive habits can help boost energy, resilience and overall wellbeing.
In this episode, you'll learn:
Why you can feel exhausted even when you're doing all the "right" things
How consistency supports better energy, sleep and wellbeing
Why recovery is essential, not optional
The importance of sleep timing and daily rhythms
What "structured flexibility" means and how it can work for you
How to build resilience through simple, sustainable habits
Why your busiest days should shape your wellbeing strategy
About Jessica Spendlove
Jessica Spendlove is a performance dietitian, executive coach, speaker and author of For the Long Run: Build Your Daily Operating System for Energy, Recovery and Wellbeing. Her work helps people build sustainable energy, resilience and high performance through practical, evidence-based strategies.
Connect with Jessica
Website: jessicaspendlove.com
Instagram: @jessicaspendlove
LinkedIn: Jessica Spendlove
Get the Book
For the Long Run: Build Your Daily Operating System for Energy, Recovery and Wellbeing (Wiley)
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Grief is something we will all experience, yet it's often one of the hardest topics to talk about.
In this heartfelt and deeply moving episode of Well, Hello Anxiety, Dr Jodi Richardson welcomes back therapist, mental health educator, relationship expert and podcast host Marie Vakakis for an honest conversation about grief, loss and healing.
Drawing on both her professional expertise and recent personal experiences, Marie shares her reflections on caring for her grandmother through dementia, navigating anticipatory grief, saying goodbye to her beloved dog Walter, and learning how to carry love forward after loss.
Together, Jodi and Marie explore why grief is far more complex than most people realise, how it affects us emotionally and physically, the challenges grief can create in relationships, and why empathy - not fixing - is often the most powerful gift we can offer someone who is hurting.
This conversation offers comfort, validation and practical insights for anyone experiencing loss, supporting a grieving loved one, or navigating the uncertainty of anticipatory grief.
Dr Jodi & Marie talk about:
What anticipatory grief really looks and feels like
Why grief and anxiety are often closely connected
The physical and emotional impact of loss
Different grieving styles and how they can affect relationships
The experience of pet loss and why it matters
Why "grief is love with nowhere to go"
Common phrases that aren't always helpful when someone is grieving
The power of empathy, validation and simply showing up
How cultural rituals can support the grieving process
Why grief doesn't disappear—but can become easier to carry over time
Practical ways to support a grieving friend, partner or family member
Connect with Marie Vakakis:
🌐 Website: https://marievakakis.com.au
🎙️ This Complex Life Podcast:
https://marievakakis.com.au/podcast
🧠 The Therapy Hub:
https://thetherapyhub.com.au
Connect with Dr Jodi Richardson:
🌐 Website: https://drjodirichardson.com
📱 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drjodirichardson
📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drjodirichardson
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What happens when exhaustion becomes your normal? In this episode, Dr Jodi Richardson sits down with kinesiologist, yoga and meditation teacher Ilana Kosakiewicz, whose own experience with chronic fatigue and autoimmune illness forced her to stop - and ultimately transformed her life.

Together they explore:

The early whispers of burnout we often ignore
Why so many women have normalised exhaustion
The difference between rest and recovery
How “white space” resets the nervous system
Micro‑moments of rest that actually work
The power of Yoga Nidra and non‑sleep deep rest
How slowing down helps us show up better for the people we love
This conversation is a gentle reminder that rest isn’t indulgent - it’s essential.

Connect with Ilana Kosakiewicz:
Website: https://ilanak.com.au/
Instagram & Facebook: IlanaK.Kinesiology
LinkedIn: Alana Kazakovich
Podcast: The Energy Shift
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