On this episode of Knowing Me, Knowing You, Trent and Dave learn a little more about how practicing mindfulness can help people connect better with themselves. They speak with Mindfulness in Australia Owner and Facilitator Rita Riccola to: * Unpack what “mindfulness” is * Find out how mindfulness helps people connect with their emotions * Discuss strategies for calming the nervous system * Find out how Rita’s training relates to internationally-recognised mindfulness guru, Eckhart Tolle, and * Learn what the difference is between “mindfulness” and “meditation” You can watch the video of Oprah Winfrey interviewing Eckart Tolle on YouTube: Oprah Winfrey early interview with Eckhart Tolle , Author of Power of Now, A New Earth, Stillness (youtube.com) Please keep in mind, the discussions, topics, and advice provided as part of this podcast are general in nature. They should not replace specific and individualised mental health support that might be needed. If you are experiencing mental health concerns, you can visit the Joy Radio support page for assistance and guidance at: https://www.joy.org.au/support   Get in contact with the show: Your thoughts, opinions and feedback are highly valued by the team.  Get in contact with them via: Instagram: @kmkypodcast Email: [email protected]   About the show: Knowing Me, Knowing You is hosted by Trent McWhinney and Dave Demmer. Trent and Dave are mates, therapists, and all-around queer guys on a new journey of personal discovery. Get to know them, and yourself, as they dive into topics on mental health and self-development. Filled with vulnerability and laughter, the boys chat to professionals, experts, and those with lived experience to unpack what it means to truly know yourself. Don’t forget to tune into JOY 94.9 Wednesday’s at 9pm to hear Knowing Me, Knowing You live.

On this episode of Knowing Me, Knowing You, Trent and Dave get to know a little more about the world of Art Therapy. They speak with ANZACATA’s CEO Kate Dempsey about: * The role of Creative Arts Therapy in Australia. * The advocacy role that ANZACATA does for Creative Arts Therapists, and * Why someone might want to seek out therapeutic arts support You can also find the ‘Find a Therapist’ directory mentioned in the show, via: FIND A THERAPIST (anzacata.org) Please keep in mind, the discussions, topics, and advice provided as part of this podcast are general in nature. They should not replace specific and individualised mental health support that might be needed. If you are experiencing mental health concerns, you can visit the Joy Radio support page for assistance and guidance at: https://www.joy.org.au/support   Get in contact with the show: Your thoughts, opinions and feedback are highly valued by the team.  Get in contact with them via: Instagram: @kmkypodcast Email: [email protected]   About the show: Knowing Me, Knowing You is hosted by Trent McWhinney and Dave Demmer. Trent and Dave are mates, therapists, and all-around queer guys on a new journey of personal discovery. Get to know them, and yourself, as they dive into topics on mental health and self-development. Filled with vulnerability and laughter, the boys chat to professionals, experts, and those with lived experience to unpack what it means to truly know yourself. Don’t forget to tune into JOY 94.9 Wednesday’s at 9pm to hear Knowing Me, Knowing You live.