Self-care is a term that’s been trending everywhere from the early stages of social media, but what does it truly mean? Beyond the aesthetically pleasing Instagram posts of bubble baths and scented candles lies the psychology explored in this episode of Self-Improvement Atlas.

Joining our host Marie Stella is clinical health psychologist Dr. Samantha McLeod, who’s been running her own wellbeing center since 2009, which aims to help others live with vitality as their potential becomes reality, through individual and group-based programs.

In this episode, Dr. Samantha McLeod shares the benefits of self-care and how to implement genuine self care instead of simply following the trends. While self-care is often seen as a buzzword, looking after oneself properly is a must for improving one’s mental health.

Together, Marie and Dr. Samantha McLeod discuss how people can center self-care, instead of viewing it as just another item on the to-do list, and one that often gets ignored. They share practices that people can implement in their day to day lives to ensure self care is prioritized despite a busy work schedule. Whether you're seeking to re-center self-care in your life, or to simply learn about its many benefits, tune in to this episode today!

Visit Dr. Samantha McLeod’s work: https://samcentre.com.au/

Connect with Dr. Samantha McLeod via the following platforms: Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-samantha-mcleod-9b020739/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thesamcentre

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Emotions can often affect our demeanor, and even our health. So, this week on Self-Improvement Atlas: The Personal Science Insights Podcast, host Marie Stella is joined by psychology professor Benjamin D. Rosenberg, Ph.D. to explore the world of emotions, and about how they affect us and we affect them.

An associate professor and department co-chair at the psychology department at Dominican University of California, Benjamin D. Rosenberg, Ph.D. is a social-health psychologist with expertise in health behavior, research methods and statistics, and survey design. But most of all, he is a passionate instructor and mentor; collaborating with students on research is one of his favorite parts of being a professor.

In this episode, Benjamin D. Rosenberg, Ph.D. shares that emotions serve three main purposes: to help us figure out how to manage major life events, to function as a motivator for our behavior, and to serve as a barometer for how we’re adapting to our environment. On top of that, he reveals that emotions are generally categorized by four quadrants, from low to high arousal, and positive to negative.

Together, Marie and Benjamin D. Rosenberg, Ph.D. discuss the age-old debate of emotions being innate versus learned, and further examine the all-too-common pursuit of happiness and its missteps. So, tune in to this episode for an in-depth look into the world of emotions.

Visit Benjamin D. Rosenberg, Ph.D.'s work on the following platforms: Health and Motivation Lab: https://sites.google.com/dominican.edu/hamlab/home?authuser=0 Institute for Interdisciplinary Health Research: https://www.dominican.edu/directory/institute-interdisciplinary-health-research-iihr

Connect with Benjamin D. Rosenberg, Ph.D. via email: bdrphd@icloud.com

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Society’s beauty standards can be crushing to the self-worth, affecting adolescents and adults alike. So, this week on Self-Improvement Atlas: The Personal Science Insights Podcast, host Marie Stella is joined by dietitian and wellness coach Kathy Ožaković to learn more about how embracing authenticity is the first step toward improving body image.

Grounded in her personal triumphs over mental health challenges, Kathy Ožaković is an integrative dietitian, wellness coach, and health practitioner who is passionate about helping people achieve and maintain their best health through lifestyle and medicine. With a stunning ability to take radical responsibility for the circumstances she created, Kathy Ožaković enabled herself to change the trajectory of her future multiple times, compelling her to lead by example.

In this episode, Kathy Ožaković highlights the importance of self-awareness, be it with respect to emotions or food, in embracing authenticity. She offers several exercises and practices that may prove useful in embracing authenticity, from mirror work to personal value worksheets.

Together, Marie and Kathy Ožaković discuss the internet-famed ‘toxic body positivity’ movement that promotes unrealistic expectations of body positivity, along with the advantages of accepting one’s emotions rather than remaining falsely positive. So, tune in to this episode for an in-depth discussion on self-love and staying true to yourself!

Visit Kathy Ožaković’s work on the following platforms: Website: https://www.nufitwellness.com.au

Connect with Kathy Ožaković via the following platforms: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nufitwellness Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kathyozakovic/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kathy-ozakovic/

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The effects of meditation on our well-being are widely recognized, but lesser known are its role in improving our relationships and social connection. So, this week on Self-Improvement Atlas: The Personal Science Insights Podcast, host Marie Stella sits with functional medicine health coach Bridget Pennington to learn more.

As principal health coach at Melbourne Functional Medicine, Bridget Pennington coaches patients, collaborates with practitioners and helps to design and rebuild the coaching offering, granting her the opportunity to spend several hundred hours coaching. With a passion for sharing tools and resources, she continues to develop journals, books, blogs, and resources that are available for free download or purchase.

In this episode, Bridget Pennington sheds light on heart rate variability (HRV) that measures the variation in time between each heartbeat, essentially tracking the nervous system and how it reacts to not only the environment, but also to emotions and thoughts. She shares that tracking HRV can be extremely beneficial in informing an individual’s meditation practice, from techniques to frequency.

Together, Marie and Bridget Pennington discuss the role of meditation and mindfulness in improving connection to society, and the importance of mindset in meditation practices. So, tune in today for a riveting conversation about how meditation can transform your mindset, and vice versa.

Tools and resources mentioned in this episode: HeartMath: https://www.heartmath.com

Visit Bridget Pennington’s work on the following platforms: Insight Timer: https://insighttimer.com/BeePennington Website: https://www.beepennington.com/

Connect with Bridget Pennington via the following platforms: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bee_pennington LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bridget-bee-pennington/

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It is well-known that getting sufficient sleep is vital for health and well-being, but did you know that it also plays a massive part in cognitive functionality and overall performance? This week on Self-Improvement Atlas: The Personal Science Insights Podcast, host Marie Stella is joined by naturopathic nutritionist and health coach Carolina Ramuski to find out more.

With a firm belief in the transformative power of quality sleep, Carolina Ramuski has dedicated her career to helping individuals achieve deep, restorative sleep through a unique blend of ancestral wisdom, modern technology, and cutting-edge biohacking techniques. Specializing in sleep health, she provides personalized sleep coaching and corporate wellness programs, constantly staying up to date on the latest research and strategies in sleep optimization.

In this episode, Carolina Ramuski starts by defining cognitive function as mental processes that encompass the manipulation of information, reasoning, memory, problem-solving, decision-making and more. She then shares that sleep is the main power source for cognitive function. That aside, Carolina Ramuski sheds light on the various types of sleep in a sleep cycle, describing the "dream" state as a filing cabinet for memories gathered throughout the day.

Together, Marie and Carolina Ramuski discuss sleep supplements, ingredients and dosage to pay attention to, alongside the best bedtime habits to practice for a good night's rest. So, tune in to this episode for an engaging conversation about optimizing nighttime sleep for daytime performance.

Tools and resources mentioned in this episode: Chronotype Quiz: https://primordialhealth.outgrow.us/Chronotype

Visit Carolina Ramuski’s work on: https://www.primordialhealth.co.uk/

Connect with Carolina Ramuski via LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carolina-ramuski/

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Metrics and data often serve as reliable approaches to business, yet intuition stands as a common denominator among the world’s most successful entrepreneurs. So, this week on Self-Improvement Atlas: The Personal Science Insights Podcast, host Marie Stella is joined by business consultant Laetitia Andrac to learn the very secrets behind making intuition work for business.

Having coached individuals and groups for over a decade, Laetitia Andrac boasts an insatiable curiosity and energy dedicated to empowering her clients to reach their business goals with clarity and impact. She skilfully blends business goals frameworks with decision-making informed by intuition, as well as mindfulness.

In this episode, Laetitia Andrac asserts that intuition and personal development both help and rely on each other. Equating intuition to unprocessed data unique to each individual, she then breaks the concept down into four pillars: subconscious, experiences, emotions, and perceptions. Together, Marie Stella and Laetitia Andrac talk about some of the biggest enterprises that have risen triumphant with intuitive decision-making, and discuss practices that can offer support to this approach.

So, whether you’re a budding entrepreneur or simply curious about the in’s and out’s of business planning, tune in for a fascinating episode!

Visit Laetitia Andrac’s work on the following platforms. The Essential Shift: https://www.essentialshift.co/ The Essential Shift Podcast: https://www.essentialshift.co/essential-shift-podcast

Connect with Laetitia Andrac on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laetitiaandrac/

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With a rapidly increasing number of artificial intelligence software applications and devices populating the world, existential questions become even more pressing. This week on Self-Improvement Atlas: The Personal Science Insights Podcast, host Dina Sargeant consults psychologist Dr. Mike Brooks to examine the philosophical implications of AI and more.

With a deep-rooted commitment to enhancing the well-being of others through therapy, presentations, and media, Dr. Mike Brooks has over 20 years of experience and brings compassionate understanding of the nuanced challenges posed by the digital era. His expertise lies in guiding people towards finding a greater and more harmonious life balance, by drawing on a rich blend of psychological principles and real-world wisdom.

Together, Dina Sargeant and Dr. Mike Brooks discuss the role of AI in potentially helping or exacerbating our existential challenges, and what can be done to adapt to such changes. So, tune in this week for an awe-inspiring episode on how AI remolds our self-improvement journeys—-for better or worse.

Visit Dr. Mike Brooks’ work: https://www.drmikebrooks.com/

View Dr. Mike Brooks’ book, "Tech Generation: Raising Balanced Kids in a Hyper-Connected World": https://amzn.asia/d/9FrYzRD/

Connect with Dr. Mike Brooks via email at info@drmikebrooks.com/

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