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Back at ATCO today with a great crew talking about Communication and Deescalation .One of the concepts we explored was s...
18/06/2026

Back at ATCO today with a great crew talking about Communication and Deescalation .

One of the concepts we explored was sonder ,the idea that everyone is carrying pressures, challenges and experiences that we know little about.

When we can try to see things from another person’s perspective, many disagreements can dissolve before they escalate. Easier said than done in the moment, of course.
We often assume intent before we understand context but if we can pause long enough to become curious before becoming critical, our conversations and relationships are usually better for it.

Thanks to the ATCO team for the great discussions and engagement today.👍

GET CHECKED!!!One message came up again and again at a recent workshop with PCaHELP event where I spoke about managing a...
11/06/2026

GET CHECKED!!!

One message came up again and again at a recent workshop with PCaHELP event where I spoke about managing anxiety and uncertainty.

Get checked.

The main message is the importance of early detection. It’s starts with a simple blood test not the digits.

In Australia, around 1 in 5 men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer by the age of 85.

The good news is that if it’s caught early, it’s highly treatable.

So please, have the conversation with your GP and encourage the men in your life to do the same.

Your dad.
Your brother.
Your mate.
Maybe even you.🙏

https://www.pcahelp.org

Flew up to Bellevue Gold to deliver Sessions 1 and 2 of public speaking for beginners .I love this type of work because ...
10/06/2026

Flew up to Bellevue Gold to deliver Sessions 1 and 2 of public speaking for beginners .

I love this type of work because you can almost see confidence growing in real time.

A lot of people arrive thinking they’re not public speakers.
And throughout each session they’re standing in front of the group, sharing stories, speaking up, and realising they’re far more capable than they thought.

We’ll pick things up again in 14 days when I return for the second half of the program to deliver a 5 min speech theyve created.

It’s a reminder that confidence rarely comes before action.
More often, confidence is what shows up after you’ve been brave enough to take the first step.

Thank you to the team for great session and to Jessie McInnes and for helping the day run smoothly.

Look forward to returning in a couple of weeks 😊

A few weeks ago, some of these fellas had never spoken in front of a group for more than 30 seconds without a few tipple...
07/06/2026

A few weeks ago, some of these fellas had never spoken in front of a group for more than 30 seconds without a few tipples in their belly.

This week, they got up and delivered 5-minute speeches.

It wasn’t because some mine waved a a magic wand or they suddenly stopped being nervous.
These guys put in the reps, week in and week out, and proved to themselves they could do it.

Over the four weeks, we worked on the stuff many of us are rarely taught:

• How to manage nerves
• How to structure a message
• How to connect with an audience
• How to speak with confidence and authenticity
• How to keep going when it feels uncomfortable

As fantastic as the speeches were, for me the best part was seeing them back themselves.

Seeing the shift from:

“I could never do that.”

To:

“Maybe I actually can.”

To:

“I am doing it.”

One piece of feedback summed it up perfectly:

“The really special part of that is the space had zero judgement attached to it. ZERO. Now that is some empowering accountability.”

And another:

“It’s definitely given me a boost as I move forward with my personal and professional goals.”

I am absolutely buzzing for these guys and incredibly proud of what they achieved.

A massive thank you to everyone who showed up each week, supported each other, gave honest feedback, stepped outside their comfort zone and trusted the process.

Learning how to speak in public has enriched my life in so many ways, and I genuinely hope this course has done the same for them.

It’s one of the few skills that can improve your confidence, career, relationships and opportunities all at the same time, it’s a skill that can pay dividends for the rest of your life.

Even if it’s not at one of my workshops, I’d encourage anyone reading this to learn how to speak in public.😊

Recently I had an appointment at the Medicare Midland Mental Health Centre.On the way there, I was thinking about how no...
02/06/2026

Recently I had an appointment at the Medicare Midland Mental Health Centre.

On the way there, I was thinking about how normal it is for us to look after our physical health.

We go to the gym.
We see the physio.
We get our injuries checked.

We even post selfies heading to the gym or after a workout, which I’m all for.

Yet there can still be a stigma around seeking support for our mental health.

Health is health.

As someone who works in the mental health space, I also believe in using the supports that are available when I need them.

One of the things I really like about this service is how accessible it is.

Attendees at MHFA course I deliver may think I’m getting commission for here but I think it’s great
It’s available at no cost, often with low wait times, no referral required, and some centers operating 365 days of the year with extended hours.

We’d never think twice about seeing someone for a sore back or a broken bone.

Seeking support for stress, anxiety, grief, overwhelm, or simply wanting to talk to someone should be no different.

So today, instead of a gym selfie, here’s a selfie outside a mental health service.

Because looking after your mental health deserves to be just as normal. 👍

Session 3 of 4 of the Public Speaking for Beginners course tonight at the beautiful State Buildings in Perth CBD.I’m buz...
26/05/2026

Session 3 of 4 of the Public Speaking for Beginners course tonight at the beautiful State Buildings in Perth CBD.
I’m buzzing for the guys as the growth has been unreal.

This session focused on bringing the message to life.
We have so much more tools than words to share our message and connect with the audience
We jave our
• body language
• facial expression
• vocal tone
• energy
• presence

We spoke about how to be intentional with the version of ourselves needed to deliver our message and the alignment between the message and the person delivering it and not from canned techniques.

Some moments were funny.
Some powerful.
And some people genuinely surprised themselves once they slowed down, connected, and allowed themselves to actually feel what they were saying.

The fellas done an amazing job tonight.

And Id like to acknowledge how much courage it takes to show up after work and willingly step outside their comfort zone.👏

This session everyone spoke for 2 mins and next session is the final session with 5-minute speeches.

You can definitely feel the nerves, excitment and confidence building all at the same time now.

That’s the process.
Confidence grows from competence.
And competence grows from doing

Week 2 of 4 of the Public Speaking for Beginners course done at the beautiful State Buildings.I take my hat off to every...
22/05/2026

Week 2 of 4 of the Public Speaking for Beginners course done at the beautiful State Buildings.

I take my hat off to everyone who showed up after a full day of work and invested time into themselves and to learn how to speak in public.

This week was all about helping people stop rambling, structure their thoughts clearly, and communicate in a way that feels natural, calm, and relatable.

We focused on a tried and tested structure that can be used in almost every speaking opportunity:
stories, meetings, presentations, wedding speeches, workshops, team talks, or even everyday conversations.

We covered:
• The power of storytelling and simplicity
• The “Power of 3”
• How to organise thoughts and reduce overthinking
• How to connect with different audiences in a more human way

Then everyone put it into action with a short 1 minute talk in front of the group.

One of the biggest things I try to remind people:
Confidence often comes from competence.

The more small pieces of evidence we build that we can actually do something, the easier it becomes for the brain to believe it next time.

Buzzing to see everyone becoming more relaxed, clearer, and more confident in only week 2.
Happy days 😊

You don’t need to have the perfect words to support someone struggling.Sometimes it’s simply:Are you okay?How can I help...
14/05/2026

You don’t need to have the perfect words to support someone struggling.

Sometimes it’s simply:
Are you okay?
How can I help?
I’m here.

Spent the last 2 days delivering Mental Health First Aid at Grounded with an awesome group of people.

Big thanks to Katie Doyle for organising everything and to the grounded team and guys from who were fantastic throughout the course as well.

A really good reminder that kindness, listening, and simply showing up for people can make a bigger difference than we realise 😊

“Imagine a world where no man faces prostate cancer alone.”That message really stayed with me after a recent workshop wi...
12/05/2026

“Imagine a world where no man faces prostate cancer alone.”

That message really stayed with me after a recent workshop with the fantastic crew at PCaHELP.

One thing that stood out was the incredible work these support groups do.
Creating spaces where men and families feel supported, connected, and not alone during incredibly difficult times.

Some of the statistics shared really hit home.

In Australia, around 1 in 5 men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer by the age of 85.
So if you know 6 men… statistically one will be affected.
Your dad. Your brother. Your mate.

The encouraging part is this… when caught early, prostate cancer is highly treatable.

And despite what a lot of blokes still think, the finger test is not usually the first step.
A simple PSA blood test is often the first step.

Please go and get checked, or encourage the men in your life to.

Big thank you to Ken Bezant and everyone at PCaHELP for the amazing work you continue to do supporting men and families.

Not everything needs your energy.I delivered the Take Charge workshop along with de-escalation and communication trainin...
04/05/2026

Not everything needs your energy.

I delivered the Take Charge workshop along with de-escalation and communication training at Australia ’s regional Bunbury depot.

The fellas were very welcoming and got really involved.

A couple of key takeaways
From Take Charge
A lot of the stress we carry comes from our imagination either replaying the past or worrying about the future.

Most of the time, for me it doesn’t turn out the way I imagined anyway.

Bringing ourself back to the here and now through simple mindfulness can help manage with that.

From de-escalation
Not every insult, cross word, or bit of aggression needs your energy or a response.
You don’t have to pick up everything that’s thrown your way or your bags become pretty have pretty quick.

Thanks again to the team for having me in.
We had a good laugh together and really appreciate the way everyone got stuck into it.🙏

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