Join us for a deeply inspiring conversation with Danielle as she shares her journey of overcoming burnout and reclaiming a life aligned with purpose and wellbeing. From thriving in the corporate world to confronting the cost of neglecting her health and identity, Danielle opens up about what it takes to rebuild from the inside out.

She reveals practical mindset tools, small habit shifts, and the power of sustainable self-leadership to help you reset, reprioritize, and show up for yourself without guilt. This episode is an essential listen for anyone navigating overwhelm, juggling parenthood, or striving to create meaningful balance in a fast-paced world.

Watch the full episode for a deeper look into Danielle’s mindset strategies and how to create lasting lifestyle change.

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Danielle Richards is a leadership and mindset coach with a background in both fitness and corporate performance. After experiencing burnout firsthand, she transitioned from leading in the financial services industry to coaching individuals and teams on sustainable success, wellbeing, and self-leadership. Danielle is passionate about helping people reframe their thinking, reconnect with their values, and build small, consistent habits that lead to long-term transformation. Her work empowers high performers, parents, and leaders to prioritize their health and create lasting alignment in all areas of life.

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Episode Highlights:

00:00 - Episode Trailer

01:17 - Why “work-life balance” is a myth

05:02 - Danielle’s burnout and wake-up call

08:04 - Choosing discomfort to create change

11:04 - From corporate leadership to coaching

14:16 - Training the brain like a muscle

17:09 - Reframing thoughts and daily self-leadership

20:11 - Guilt-free self-care for parents

22:44 - Introducing the Overland Trek experience

24:13 - Who the trek is for and how to prepare

Join us for a raw and powerful conversation with Chelsea Pottenger—mental health ambassador, keynote speaker, and founder of EQ Minds—as she shares her deeply personal journey from corporate burnout and post-natal depression to becoming one of Australia’s leading voices in wellbeing. Through vulnerability, science-backed tools, and a touch of humor, Chelsea reveals what it really means to become a mindful high performer.

In this episode, Chelsea opens up about the rock bottom moment that transformed her life, how she rebuilt her identity from the inside out, and why self-care isn’t selfish—it’s essential. If you’re navigating burnout, high-functioning anxiety, or struggling to set boundaries in a fast-paced world, this episode offers the insights and inspiration you’ve been looking for.

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Chelsea Pottenger is the founder and Managing Director of EQ Minds, a global performance and wellbeing company supporting businesses like eBay, Uber, and Westpac. A psychology student, mindfulness coach, and author of *The Mindful High Performer*, Chelsea’s mission is to equip individuals and organizations with practical, science-backed tools to prevent burnout and build sustainable success. After overcoming severe post-natal depression, Chelsea now uses her platform to help others rise stronger, live with intention, and lead from a place of self-awareness and authenticity.

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Episode Highlights:

00:00 - Episode Trailer

01:19 - From corporate high performer to psychiatric hospital

02:08 - Post-natal depression and the road to recovery

04:12 - Guilt, shame, and reframing mental illness

07:16 - Turning pain into purpose and building EQ Minds

13:26 - From free community workshops to eBay and Uber

18:10 - The business snowball: podcasting, coaching, and keynote speaking

20:36 - Scaling EQ Minds as a family-led mission

24:16 - Authenticity, mistakes, and lessons from the stage

29:24 - Creating real change in the workplace

32:33 - The business case for mental health and prevention

35:15 - Reclaiming time, joy, and your one precious life

38:03 - Physical symptoms that signal burnout

40:24 - The three signs of burnout: exhaustion, cynicism, and disconnection

43:12 - Becoming a mindful high performer

45:06 - Redefining success: clarity, calm, and sustainable impact

48:13 - Chelsea’s daily non-negotiables for wellness and energy

51:06 - Destigmatizing depression and leading with honesty

54:16 - The one thing Chelsea still works on: boundaries

58:15 - Why therapy is part of her high-performance toolkit

01:00:19 - Journaling for clarity, reflection, and self-awareness

01:01:12 - The message Chelsea would put on every office wall

Join us for a deeply moving conversation with Zach Green, an Indigenous Australian chef and mental health advocate, as he opens up about grief, fatherhood, and finding purpose after unimaginable loss. In this Medium Clip, Zach shares heartfelt advice on how to support someone grieving the loss of a child. He explains the power of simply listening, why we need to move away from common clichés like “everything happens for a reason,” and how to respect the individual grieving process.

Zach also reflects on his experience of becoming a stepfather after losing his children, and how that journey led him toward healing, gratitude, and a renewed sense of purpose. His raw honesty provides valuable insight for anyone navigating grief or supporting a loved one through it.

This clip offers just a glimpse of Zach’s powerful story. Be sure to watch or listen to the full episode to explore more of his journey, including how cooking and storytelling have become tools for healing and connection.

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Zach Green, also known as the Storyteller Chef, is an Indigenous Australian chef and mental health advocate. After experiencing profound personal loss, Zach found healing through food and storytelling. Today, he creates dining experiences that celebrate Aboriginal culture and open conversations about grief, identity, and resilience. His mission is to use food as a universal language for healing and connection.

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Episode Highlights:

00:00 - Episode Trailer

00:01 - The power of listening: supporting people through child loss

00:43 - Why you shouldn’t tell someone “everything happens for a reason”

01:17 - Zach’s advice for grieving parents: sit in your grief

02:03 - Grieving on your own terms, without external expectations

03:17 - Supporting friends and family: stop trying to fix things

04:08 - Becoming a stepfather: the emotional transition

05:27 - Learning to accept love and trust from stepchildren

06:12 - Processing emotions and finding peace in a blended family

07:32 - Gratitude for second chances and a new life path

10:26 - Advice for men stepping into fatherhood and blended families

13:07 - Healing through food: how the kitchen became Zach’s safe space

14:36 - How cooking helped Zach process grief and find clarity

15:19 - Food as therapy: connecting with culture and creating joy through cooking