In this solo episode, Cass discusses the importance of goal-setting, but understanding why you want the things you want when you're aspiring to achieve or create something in your life. She talks about the trap of attaching your happiness to a goal or outcome, and offers some tips for how you can overcome that.

Cass also discusses the concept of "memetic desire", which is when social trends influence your goals, causing you to aspire to things that aren't aligned with your authentic desires or values, potentially leading to dissatisfaction, negative comparison and feeling behind in life.

If you're thinking about what you want to achieve in the second half of 2024, be sure to give this ep a listen.

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In this solo episode, Cass discusses the importance of goal-setting, but understanding why you want the things you want when you're aspiring to achieve or create something in your life. She talks about the trap of attaching your happiness to a goal or outcome, and offers some tips for how you can overcome that.
Cass also discusses the concept of "memetic desire", which is when social trends influence your goals, causing you to aspire to things that aren't aligned with your authentic desires or values, potentially leading to dissatisfaction, negative comparison and feeling behind in life.
If you're thinking about what you want to achieve in the second half of 2024, be sure to give this ep a listen.
Send a voice message! <a href="http://www.cassdunn.com/podcast">www.cassdunn.com/podcast</a>
Connect with Cass:
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<a href="http://www.tiktok.com/@cassdunn__">www.tiktok.com/@cassdunn__</a>

Join psychologist Cass Dunn, and inspiring guests from around the world, for real talk, relatable and practical ideas to help you live a happier, more meaningful life.  

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Crappy to Happy is the podcast for people on the move who may be feeling low in energy, mood or motivation and can't figure out exactly why. Cass Dunn, a clinical psychologist, chats with interesting and inspiring guests...

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Setting Goals: What do you want and WHY do you want it?

Cass chats with Monique Mitchelson, a clinical psychologist and host of The Neurodivergent Woman podcast, about neurodiversity in women, specifically autism and ADHD. Monique shares that neurodivergence is often under-diagnosed, especially in girls and that many women are doing life in 'hard mode' when they don't have an accurate diagnosis.

Monique shares some of the masking and compensatory strategies that neurodivergent individuals often use to navigate a neurotypical world.

The conversation explores the challenges in receiving a diagnosis and accessing appropriate support. It delves into the social model of disability and the importance of creating an inclusive and accessible society for neurodivergent individuals. The high prevalence of co-occurring mental health conditions and physical health issues is discussed, along with the need for appropriate support and understanding. 

Connect with Monique and check out The Neurodivergent Woman podcast.

Connect with Cass: 

www.cassdunn.com (Join my mailing list!)

www.instagram.com/cassdunn_xo

www.instagram.com/crappytohappypod

Cass chats with Monique Mitchelson, a clinical psychologist and host of The Neurodivergent Woman podcast, about neurodiversity in women, specifically autism and ADHD. Monique shares that neurodivergence is often under-diagnosed, especially in girls and that many women are doing life in 'hard mode' when they don't have an accurate diagnosis.
Monique shares some of the masking and compensatory strategies that neurodivergent individuals often use to navigate a neurotypical world.
The conversation explores the challenges in receiving a diagnosis and accessing appropriate support. It delves into the social model of disability and the importance of creating an inclusive and accessible society for neurodivergent individuals. The high prevalence of co-occurring mental health conditions and physical health issues is discussed, along with the need for appropriate support and understanding. 
Connect with Monique and check out <a href="https://www.ndwomanpod.com/">The Neurodivergent Woman</a> podcast.
Connect with Cass: 
<a href="http://www.cassdunn.com">www.cassdunn.com (Join my mailing list!)</a>
<a href="http://www.instagram.com/cassdunn_xo">www.instagram.com/cassdunn_xo</a>
<a href="http://www.instagram.com/crappytohappypod">www.instagram.com/crappytohappypod</a>

What it's like being a Neurodiverse Woman with Monique Mitchelson

In this solo ep, Cass shares her decision to take an extended break from alcohol after quitting drinking for (almost) two years in 2020 and then taking it up again in 2022.

She highlights all the best things she experienced during two years of being alcohol-free, as a way to remind herself of the benefits to be gained from staying sober, and as motivation to anyone else who might be toying with the idea of giving up their evening glass of wine, but is worried about how they'd cope without it.

Connect with Cass:

www.cassdunn.com

www.instagram.com/cassdunn_xo

www.instagram.com/crappytohappypod

www.tiktok.com/@cassdunn__

In this solo ep, Cass shares her decision to take an extended break from alcohol after quitting drinking for (almost) two years in 2020 and then taking it up again in 2022.
She highlights all the best things she experienced during two years of being alcohol-free, as a way to remind herself of the benefits to be gained from staying sober, and as motivation to anyone else who might be toying with the idea of giving up their evening glass of wine, but is worried about how they'd cope without it.
Connect with Cass:
<a href="http://www.cassdunn.com">www.cassdunn.com</a>
<a href="http://www.instagram.com/cassdunn_xo">www.instagram.com/cassdunn_xo</a>
<a href="http://www.instagram.com/crappytohappypod">www.instagram.com/crappytohappypod</a>
<a href="http://www.tiktok.com/@cassdunn__">www.tiktok.com/@cassdunn__</a>

Why I'm giving up drinking (again)

Johann Hari began taking Ozempic in 2023, and subsequently spent 12 months traveling the world talking to experts about every aspect of the obesity crisis and the new weight loss medications which offer a solution to the millions of people who struggle to lose weight on their own.

In his book, "Magic Pill", he details the extraordinary benefits of these new medications, as well as outlining 12 disturbing risks which we, as individuals and as a society need to be aware of because, like it or not, these drugs are here to stay.

Johann discusses with Cass the damaging stigma around obesity, the problem with the 'willpower' argument when it comes to weight-loss, and the real cause of the problem which is a faulty food system. They talk about the body positive movement and the need to reduce weight stigma while also acknowledging health risks of obesity, the need for much stricter controls around access, and the risk of an increase in eating disorders.

Johann shares his own internal conflict about taking Ozempic, and some of the factors each individual must weigh up when making the personal decision about whether to take it or not. 

Connect with Johann and buy 'Magic Pilll

www.johannhari.com

Connect with Cass and share your thoughts

www.cassdunn.com

www.instagram.com/cassdunn_xo

www.instagram.com/crappytohappypod

Johann Hari began taking Ozempic in 2023, and subsequently spent 12 months traveling the world talking to experts about every aspect of the obesity crisis and the new weight loss medications which offer a solution to the millions of people who struggle to lose weight on their own.
In his book, "Magic Pill", he details the extraordinary benefits of these new medications, as well as outlining 12 disturbing risks which we, as individuals and as a society need to be aware of because, like it or not, these drugs are here to stay.
Johann discusses with Cass the damaging stigma around obesity, the problem with the 'willpower' argument when it comes to weight-loss, and the real cause of the problem which is a faulty food system. They talk about the body positive movement and the need to reduce weight stigma while also acknowledging health risks of obesity, the need for much stricter controls around access, and the risk of an increase in eating disorders.
Johann shares his own internal conflict about taking Ozempic, and some of the factors each individual must weigh up when making the personal decision about whether to take it or not. 
Connect with Johann and buy 'Magic Pilll
<a href="http://www.johannhari.com">www.johannhari.com</a>
Connect with Cass and share your thoughts
<a href="http://www.cassdunn.com">www.cassdunn.com</a>
<a href="http://www.instagram.com/cassdunn_xo">www.instagram.com/cassdunn_xo</a>
<a href="http://www.instagram.com/crappyt">www.instagram.com/crappytohappypod</a>

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