It's no secret that men don't often like talking about their mental (and often physical) health. If a man in your life - your husband, partner, father or brother - is struggling with their mental health, what are some ways we can help?

In this episode, Sandy will unpack ways that we can help our men get the help they need.

Some of the issues discussed include:
The generational curse of men not wanting to talk about emotions.
The different ways men and women process emotions.
Finding "feeling" words, and watching out for "you" statements.
Setting a time each day to talk about how he's feeling.
Presenting therapy in a loving way.
Building in the Spirit, and praying over your husband.

Contact Lifeline on 13 11 14 or Beyond Blue on 1300 22 4636.

This podcast is a production of Brisbane's 96five and So Many Answers Counselling Service.

If you have a question that you would like Sandy to address, please email hello@somanyanswers.com.

Find more 96five podcasts by searching for 96five in your podcast app, by downloading the 96five app, or at 96five.com. 

It's no secret that men don't often like talking about their mental (and often physical) health. If a man in your life - your husband, partner, father or brother - is struggling with their mental health, what are some ways we can help?
In this episode, Sandy will unpack ways that we can help our men get the help they need.
Some of the issues discussed include:
<ul>
<li>The generational curse of men not wanting to talk about emotions.</li>
<li>The different ways men and women process emotions.</li>
<li>Finding "feeling" words, and watching out for "you" statements.</li>
<li>Setting a time each day to talk about how he's feeling.</li>
<li>Presenting therapy in a loving way.</li>
<li>Building in the Spirit, and praying over your husband.</li>
</ul>
Contact Lifeline on 13 11 14 or Beyond Blue on 1300 22 4636.
This podcast is a production of Brisbane's <a href="https://www.96five.com/">96five</a> and <a href="https://www.somanyanswers.com/">So Many Answers Counselling Service</a>.
If you have a question that you would like Sandy to address, please email <a href="mailto:hello@somanyanswers.com">hello@somanyanswers.com</a>.
Find more 96five podcasts by searching for 96five in your podcast app, by downloading the <a href="https://www.96five.com/stories/station-news/2021/96five-launches-new-app-for-iphone-android/">96five app</a>, or at <a href="https://www.96five.com/listen/podcasts/">96five.com</a>.&nbsp;

How Can We Help Men Struggling With Mental Health?

No matter what our relationship to others, if there's a relationship or a connection, at some point there will be conflict.  In this episode, Sandy discusses what to do when we experience those inevitable relationship ruptures.

Some of the issues discussed include:
Conflict in relationship is normal.
It's impossible to be in harmony with everyone all of the time.
What to do when ruptures appear?
Taking ownership, and who owns which part of the conflict.
Forgiving and moving on.
Realising that other people don't always have self-awareness or emotional intelligence.
The 4 R's of relationships - we can't get to refine and repair without remorse and repentance. 
Disconnect affects different people in different ways.

Listen to the episode that Sandy mentioned about anxiety - 'Does Everyone Struggle With Anxiety?' on Apple Podcasts or Spotify.

This podcast is a production of Brisbane's 96five and So Many Answers Counselling Service.

If you have a question that you would like Sandy to address, please email hello@somanyanswers.com.

Find more 96five podcasts by searching for 96five in your podcast app, by downloading the 96five app, or at 96five.com. 

No matter what our relationship to others, if there's a relationship or a connection, at some point there will be conflict.&nbsp; In this episode, Sandy discusses what to do when we experience those inevitable relationship ruptures.
Some of the issues discussed include:
<ul>
<li>Conflict in relationship is normal.</li>
<li>It's impossible to be in harmony with everyone all of the time.</li>
<li>What to do when ruptures appear?</li>
<li>Taking ownership, and who owns which part of the conflict.</li>
<li>Forgiving and moving on.</li>
<li>Realising that other people don't always have self-awareness or emotional intelligence.</li>
<li>The 4 R's of relationships - we can't get to refine and repair without remorse and repentance.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Disconnect affects different people in different ways.</li>
</ul>
Listen to the episode that Sandy mentioned about anxiety - '<a href="https://omny.fm/shows/so-many-answers-with-sandy-oswald/does-everyone-struggle-with-anxiety">Does Everyone Struggle With Anxiety?</a>' on <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/does-everyone-struggle-with-anxiety/id1667690785?i=1000715485140">Apple Podcasts</a> or <a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/5ATqfbEiqKE8jldQpnrLbI?si=48b82e50e00e4d95">Spotify</a>.
This podcast is a production of Brisbane's <a href="https://www.96five.com/">96five</a> and <a href="https://www.somanyanswers.com/">So Many Answers Counselling Service</a>.
If you have a question that you would like Sandy to address, please email <a href="mailto:hello@somanyanswers.com">hello@somanyanswers.com</a>.
Find more 96five podcasts by searching for 96five in your podcast app, by downloading the <a href="https://www.96five.com/stories/station-news/2021/96five-launches-new-app-for-iphone-android/">96five app</a>, or at <a href="https://www.96five.com/listen/podcasts/">96five.com</a>.&nbsp;

What Should We Do When Relationships Are Ruptured?

We're back with a fifth season of the So Many Answers podcast!

In this episode, Sandy looks at how we should care for elderly parents and other family members.

This can be a really difficult topic, especially if the relationship has been strained over the years.

Some of the issues discussed include:
Who does the responsibility of care fall to?
How carers can care for themselves.
Not taking on others negative life choices (finances, health etc).
Adult children and boundary setting.
The challenge for people pleasers and fixer personalities.

This podcast is a production of Brisbane's 96five and So Many Answers Counselling Service.

If you have a question that you would like Sandy to address, please email hello@somanyanswers.com.

Find more 96five podcasts by searching for 96five in your podcast app, by downloading the 96five app, or at 96five.com. 

We're back with a fifth season of the So Many Answers podcast!
In this episode, Sandy looks at how we should care for elderly parents and other family members.
This can be a really difficult topic, especially if the relationship has been strained over the years.
Some of the issues discussed include:
<ul>
<li>Who does the responsibility of care fall to?</li>
<li>How carers can care for themselves.</li>
<li>Not taking on others negative life choices (finances, health etc).</li>
<li>Adult children and boundary setting.</li>
<li>The challenge for people pleasers and fixer personalities.</li>
</ul>
This podcast is a production of Brisbane's <a href="https://www.96five.com/">96five</a> and <a href="https://www.somanyanswers.com/">So Many Answers Counselling Service</a>.
If you have a question that you would like Sandy to address, please email <a href="mailto:hello@somanyanswers.com">hello@somanyanswers.com</a>.
Find more 96five podcasts by searching for 96five in your podcast app, by downloading the <a href="https://www.96five.com/stories/station-news/2021/96five-launches-new-app-for-iphone-android/">96five app</a>, or at <a href="https://www.96five.com/listen/podcasts/">96five.com</a>.&nbsp;

How Should I Care For My Elderly Parents?

Emotional intelligence is a big phrase that's flying around at the moment - but does everyone actually know what it means?

Although this question is directed at husbands and men - the answers in this podcast are applicable to anyone who may not be emotionally available at all times.

Why don't people (often men) show more emotional intelligence?  Well, it's a learnt thing and often society has told men that showing emotion is not masculine.  Sometimes people have learnt that showing emotion is not safe for them, or they don't have the language skills to express their emotions.

In this episode Sandy will run through some ways that we (or our partners) can be more emotionally intelligent and available.
Self-Reflection - are you able to empathise with others?
Recognising your own feelings.
Listening to feedback and taking accountability.
Strengthening open communication.
Self-awareness and self-motivation (goal setting).

This podcast is a production of Brisbane's 96five and So Many Answers Counselling Service.

If you have a question that you would like Sandy to address, please email hello@somanyanswers.com.

Find more 96five podcasts by searching for 96five in your podcast app, by downloading the 96five app, or at 96five.com. 

Emotional intelligence is a big phrase that's flying around at the moment - but does everyone actually know what it means?
Although this question is directed at husbands and men - the answers in this podcast are applicable to anyone who may not be emotionally available at all times.
Why don't people (often men) show more emotional intelligence?&nbsp; Well, it's a learnt thing and often society has told men that showing emotion is not masculine.&nbsp; Sometimes people have learnt that showing emotion is not safe for them, or they don't have the language skills to express their emotions.
In this episode Sandy will run through some ways that we (or our partners) can be more emotionally intelligent and available.
<ul>
<li>Self-Reflection - are you able to empathise with others?</li>
<li>Recognising your own feelings.</li>
<li>Listening to feedback and taking accountability.</li>
<li>Strengthening open communication.</li>
<li>Self-awareness and self-motivation (goal setting).</li>
</ul>
This podcast is a production of Brisbane's&nbsp;<a href="https://www.96five.com/">96five</a> and <a href="https://www.somanyanswers.com/">So Many Answers Counselling Service</a>.
If you have a question that you would like Sandy to address, please email <a href="mailto:hello@somanyanswers.com">hello@somanyanswers.com</a>.
Find more 96five podcasts by searching for 96five in your podcast app, by downloading the <a href="https://www.96five.com/stories/station-news/2021/96five-launches-new-app-for-iphone-android/">96five app</a>, or at <a href="https://www.96five.com/listen/podcasts/">96five.com</a>.&nbsp;

How Can Husbands Be More Emotionally Connected?

In this episode Sandy will be looking at our identity, self-worth and self-esteem, and how we can move past insecurities that we may have about ourselves.

Our self-esteem is formed in our childhoods, but sometimes, if we weren't nurtured in the way we should have been, it can lead to poor self-esteem and a negative perception of ourselves.

Feeling content in who you are is a wonderful place to be, and is the ultimate way to realise our purpose and potential.

Sandy will discuss a number of ways to improve in this area of our lives so we can become all we can be.

This podcast is a production of Brisbane's 96five and So Many Answers Counselling Service.

If you have a question that you would like Sandy to address, please email hello@somanyanswers.com.

Find more 96five podcasts by searching for 96five in your podcast app, by downloading the 96five app, or at 96five.com.

In this episode Sandy will be looking at our identity, self-worth and self-esteem, and how we can move past insecurities that we may have about ourselves.
Our self-esteem is formed in our childhoods, but sometimes, if we weren't nurtured in the way we should have been, it can lead to poor self-esteem and a negative perception of ourselves.
Feeling content in who you are is a wonderful place to be, and is the ultimate way to realise our purpose and potential.
Sandy will discuss a number of ways to improve in this area of our lives so we can become all we can be.
This podcast is a production of Brisbane's&nbsp;<a href="https://www.96five.com/">96five</a> and <a href="https://www.somanyanswers.com/">So Many Answers Counselling Service</a>.
If you have a question that you would like Sandy to address, please email <a href="mailto:hello@somanyanswers.com">hello@somanyanswers.com</a>.
Find more 96five podcasts by searching for 96five in your podcast app, by downloading the <a href="https://www.96five.com/stories/station-news/2021/96five-launches-new-app-for-iphone-android/">96five app</a>, or at <a href="https://www.96five.com/listen/podcasts/">96five.com</a>.

How Can I Be Happy In My Own Skin?

Anxiety has been around since the dawn of time - stress, nervousness and worry are all part of being human.

Does everyone struggle with anxiety, and what's the difference between just worrying about something, or having anxiety that affects our day to day life.

In this episode, Sandy looks at anxiety - what it is, and some of the ways that we can deal with our anxiety so that we can function and exist without suffering anxiety or even panic attacks.

This podcast is a production of Brisbane's 96five and So Many Answers Counselling Service.

If you have a question that you would like Sandy to address, please email hello@somanyanswers.com.

Find more 96five podcasts by searching for 96five in your podcast app, by downloading the 96five app, or at 96five.com.

Anxiety has been around since the dawn of time - stress, nervousness and worry are all part of being human.
Does everyone struggle with anxiety, and what's the difference between just worrying about something, or having anxiety that affects our day to day life.
In this episode, Sandy looks at anxiety - what it is, and some of the ways that we can deal with our anxiety so that we can function and exist without suffering anxiety or even panic attacks.
This podcast is a production of Brisbane's&nbsp;<a href="https://www.96five.com/">96five</a> and <a href="https://www.somanyanswers.com/">So Many Answers Counselling Service</a>.
If you have a question that you would like Sandy to address, please email <a href="mailto:hello@somanyanswers.com">hello@somanyanswers.com</a>.
Find more 96five podcasts by searching for 96five in your podcast app, by downloading the <a href="https://www.96five.com/stories/station-news/2021/96five-launches-new-app-for-iphone-android/">96five app</a>, or at <a href="https://www.96five.com/listen/podcasts/">96five.com</a>.

Does Everyone Struggle With Anxiety?

The issue of sleeplessness is often associated with anxiety and stress.

If you're not getting enough sleep, or have issues with anxiety induced sleeplessness, this episode will give you a number of ways to address they underlying issues.

This podcast is a production of Brisbane's 96five and So Many Answers Counselling Service.

If you have a question that you would like Sandy to address, please email hello@somanyanswers.com.

Find more 96five podcasts by searching for 96five in your podcast app, by downloading the 96five app, or at 96five.com.

The issue of sleeplessness is often associated with anxiety and stress.
If you're not getting enough sleep, or have issues with anxiety induced sleeplessness, this episode will give you a number of ways to address they underlying issues.
This podcast is a production of Brisbane's&nbsp;<a href="https://www.96five.com/">96five</a> and <a href="https://www.somanyanswers.com/">So Many Answers Counselling Service</a>.
If you have a question that you would like Sandy to address, please email <a href="mailto:hello@somanyanswers.com">hello@somanyanswers.com</a>.
Find more 96five podcasts by searching for 96five in your podcast app, by downloading the <a href="https://www.96five.com/stories/station-news/2021/96five-launches-new-app-for-iphone-android/">96five app</a>, or at <a href="https://www.96five.com/listen/podcasts/">96five.com</a>.

How Can I Solve the Problem of Sleeplessness?

It seems like the divorce rate just keeps climbing.  Why does pop culture promote the idea that divorce is a normal thing after a period of marriage?  Is it inevitable that divorce will just happen after the pressures of career and children have passed?

In this episode, Sandy will look at ways to divorce proof our marriages.  She will look at ways that two people can keep the spark alive, resulting in longevity in our marriages.

This podcast is a production of Brisbane's 96five and So Many Answers Counselling Service.

If you have a question that you would like Sandy to address, please email hello@somanyanswers.com.

Find more 96five podcasts by searching for 96five in your podcast app, by downloading the 96five app, or at 96five.com.

It seems like the divorce rate just keeps climbing.&nbsp; Why does pop culture promote the idea that divorce is a normal thing after a period of marriage?&nbsp; Is it inevitable that divorce will just happen after the pressures of career and children have passed?
In this episode, Sandy will look at ways to divorce proof our marriages.&nbsp; She will look at ways that two people can keep the spark alive, resulting in longevity in our marriages.
This podcast is a production of Brisbane's <a href="https://www.96five.com/">96five</a> and <a href="https://www.somanyanswers.com/">So Many Answers Counselling Service</a>.
If you have a question that you would like Sandy to address, please email <a href="mailto:hello@somanyanswers.com">hello@somanyanswers.com</a>.
Find more 96five podcasts by searching for 96five in your podcast app, by downloading the <a href="https://www.96five.com/stories/station-news/2021/96five-launches-new-app-for-iphone-android/">96five app</a>, or at <a href="https://www.96five.com/listen/podcasts/">96five.com</a>.

Why Are Our Marriages Not Lasting as Long as Our Grandparents?

Going through a divorce is never easy, but if you have a Christian faith it can pose even more questions.

In this episode Sandy aims to bring a message of hope, forgiveness and wholeness to those going through this journey.

Find out more about Divorce Care and find a support group near you.

This podcast is a production of Brisbane's 96five and So Many Answers Counselling Service.

If you have a question that you would like Sandy to address, please email hello@somanyanswers.com.

Find more 96five podcasts by searching for 96five in your podcast app, by downloading the 96five app, or at 96five.com.

Going through a divorce is never easy, but if you have a Christian faith it can pose even more questions.
In this episode Sandy aims to bring a message of hope, forgiveness and wholeness to those going through this journey.
Find out more about <a href="https://www.divorcecare.org/">Divorce Care</a> and find a support group near you.
This podcast is a production of Brisbane's <a href="https://www.96five.com/">96five</a> and <a href="https://www.somanyanswers.com/">So Many Answers Counselling Service</a>.
If you have a question that you would like Sandy to address, please email <a href="mailto:hello@somanyanswers.com">hello@somanyanswers.com</a>.
Find more 96five podcasts by searching for 96five in your podcast app, by downloading the <a href="https://www.96five.com/stories/station-news/2021/96five-launches-new-app-for-iphone-android/">96five app</a>, or at <a href="https://www.96five.com/listen/podcasts/">96five.com</a>.

How Do I Get Through Divorce as a Christian?

We know that we can't get on with every single person in the world, and there's a good reason for that.

In the last episode we learnt about the four different personality types, and in this episode Sandy looks at a number of practical ways we can get on with those that we don't immediately click with.

Find Thomas Erikson's book 'Surrounded by Idiots' here.

This podcast is a production of Brisbane's 96five and So Many Answers Counselling Service.

If you have a question that you would like Sandy to address, please email hello@somanyanswers.com.

Find more 96five podcasts by searching for 96five in your podcast app, by downloading the 96five app, or at 96five.com.

We know that we can't get on with every single person in the world, and there's a good reason for that.
In the last episode we learnt about the four different personality types, and in this episode Sandy looks at a number of practical ways we can get on with those that we don't immediately click with.
<a href="https://www.amazon.com.au/Surrounded-Idiots-Behavior-Effectively-Communicate/dp/1250179947">Find Thomas Erikson's book 'Surrounded by Idiots' here</a>.
This podcast is a production of Brisbane's <a href="https://www.96five.com/">96five</a> and <a href="https://www.somanyanswers.com/">So Many Answers Counselling Service</a>.
If you have a question that you would like Sandy to address, please email <a href="mailto:hello@somanyanswers.com">hello@somanyanswers.com</a>.
Find more 96five podcasts by searching for 96five in your podcast app, by downloading the <a href="https://www.96five.com/stories/station-news/2021/96five-launches-new-app-for-iphone-android/">96five app</a>, or at <a href="https://www.96five.com/listen/podcasts/">96five.com</a>.

How Do I Get On With People (Part 2)

For over thirty years Sandy Oswald has been in the business of helping people move forward in life, and is a professional counsellor with a private practice on the Sunshine Coast hinterland in Australia.

She has worked with thousands of children and families in regional Australia before moving to Brisbane to continue her community work with adults and children. Sandy specialises in helping people deal with past experiences, childhood trauma or just when the season of life seems "too hard". She has a passion to see adults, couples and children find understanding, clarity, purpose and peace from anxiety, depression, relationship challenges and grief.

On the So Many Answers podcast, Sandy will be unpacking some of the questions that come her way as a counsellor, and sharing ways that you can grow through the challenges life can throw at us.

The So Many Answers podcast will cover topics like relationships, mental health and personal growth all with an encouraging approach.

This podcast is a production of Brisbane's 96five and So Many Answers Counselling Service.

Find more 96five podcasts by searching for 96five in your podcast app, by downloading the 96five app, or at 96five.com.

 

For over thirty years Sandy Oswald has been in the business of helping people move forward in life, and is a professional counsellor with a private practice on the Sunshine Coast hinterland in Australia.
She has worked with thousands of children and families in regional Australia before moving to Brisbane to continue her community work with adults and children. Sandy specialises in helping people deal with past experiences, childhood trauma or just when the season of life seems "too hard". She has a passion to see adults, couples and children find understanding, clarity, purpose and peace from anxiety, depression, relationship challenges and grief.
On the So Many Answers podcast, Sandy will be unpacking some of the questions that come her way as a counsellor, and sharing ways that you can grow through the challenges life can throw at us.
The So Many Answers podcast will cover topics like relationships, mental health and personal growth all with an encouraging approach.
This podcast is a production of Brisbane's <a href="https://www.96five.com/">96five</a> and <a href="https://www.somanyanswers.com/">So Many Answers Counselling Service</a>.
Find more 96five podcasts by searching for 96five in your podcast app, by downloading the <a href="https://www.96five.com/stories/station-news/2021/96five-launches-new-app-for-iphone-android/">96five app</a>, or at <a href="https://www.96five.com/listen/podcasts/">96five.com</a>.
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