We've all been there - seasons of our lives where everything feels like it doesn't fit together.

Even though we can have times in our lives that are absolute highs, we also go through many days of ordinary, and of 'same old, same old'.

Topics discussed:
There will be times in life that don't feel exciting.
What do we do when we feel flat?
Understanding that social media is just a highlight reel.
Getting support when we need it.
Self care, mindfulness and recharging our batteries.
Taking stock of our purpose, goals and autonomy.

This podcast is a production of Brisbane's Rise 96.5 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 Rise 96.5 podcasts by searching for Rise 96.5 in your podcast app, by downloading the free Rise 96.5 app on the Apple App Store or on Google Play, or at www.rise965.com/podcasts

 

We've all been there - seasons of our lives where everything feels like it doesn't fit together.
Even though we can have times in our lives that are absolute highs, we also go through many days of ordinary, and of 'same old, same old'.
Topics discussed:
<ul>
<li>There will be times in life that don't feel exciting.</li>
<li>What do we do when we feel flat?</li>
<li>Understanding that social media is just a highlight reel.</li>
<li>Getting support when we need it.</li>
<li>Self care, mindfulness and recharging our batteries.</li>
<li>Taking stock of our purpose, goals and autonomy.</li>
</ul>
This podcast is a production of Brisbane's Rise 96.5 and&nbsp;<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 Rise 96.5 podcasts by searching for Rise 96.5 in your podcast app, by downloading the free Rise 96.5 app on the <a href="https://apps.apple.com/au/app/rise-96-5/id1595009124">Apple App Store</a>&nbsp;or on <a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.radio96five&amp;hl=en_AU">Google Play</a>, or at&nbsp;<a href="https://rise965.com/podcasts/">www.rise965.com/podcasts</a>
&nbsp;

What Are Some Ways to Get Out of Life's Ruts?

Human behaviour is fascinating.  We are all different, with differing personality traits.  We know that we're all different and unique, and our personalities are made up of our experiences, both good and bad.

Topics discussed include:
Thinking of personality types as different types of animals.
Personalities are fluid and change over time.
Nature vs nurture - our personalities are a mix of both.
A better understanding of personality differences makes us more compassionate, empathetic and gracious.

This podcast is a production of Brisbane's Rise 96.5 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 Rise 96.5 podcasts by searching for Rise 96.5 in your podcast app, by downloading the free Rise 96.5 app on the Apple App Store or on Google Play, or at www.rise965.com/podcasts

Human behaviour is fascinating.&nbsp; We are all different, with differing personality traits.&nbsp; We know that we're all different and unique, and our personalities are made up of our experiences, both good and bad.
Topics discussed include:
<ul>
<li>Thinking of personality types as different types of animals.</li>
<li>Personalities are fluid and change over time.</li>
<li>Nature vs nurture - our personalities are a mix of both.</li>
<li>A better understanding of personality differences makes us more compassionate, empathetic and gracious.</li>
</ul>
This podcast is a production of Brisbane's Rise 96.5 and&nbsp;<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 Rise 96.5 podcasts by searching for Rise 96.5 in your podcast app, by downloading the free Rise 96.5 app on the <a href="https://apps.apple.com/au/app/rise-96-5/id1595009124">Apple App Store</a>&nbsp;or on <a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.radio96five&amp;hl=en_AU">Google Play</a>, or at&nbsp;<a href="https://rise965.com/podcasts/">www.rise965.com/podcasts</a>

How Do I Understand Different Personality Types?

Our modern lifestyle has created a society of busy and hurry, often at the expense of our health, families and relationships.

Sandy continues looking at ways that we can reduce our stress levels, and live the life we were meant to live.

This podcast is a production of Brisbane's Rise 96.5 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 Rise 96.5 podcasts by searching for Rise 96.5 in your podcast app, by downloading the free Rise 96.5 app on the Apple App Store or on Google Play, or at www.rise965.com/podcasts

Our modern lifestyle has created a society of busy and hurry, often at the expense of our health, families and relationships.
Sandy continues looking at ways that we can reduce our stress levels, and live the life we were meant to live.
This podcast is a production of Brisbane's Rise 96.5 and&nbsp;<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 Rise 96.5 podcasts by searching for Rise 96.5 in your podcast app, by downloading the free Rise 96.5 app on the <a href="https://apps.apple.com/au/app/rise-96-5/id1595009124">Apple App Store</a>&nbsp;or on <a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.radio96five&amp;hl=en_AU">Google Play</a>, or at&nbsp;<a href="https://rise965.com/podcasts/">www.rise965.com/podcasts</a>

How Do I De-Stress My Life? (Part 2)

Research shows that as many of us may be suffering from stress related ailments.  Stress plays a huge part in our general well-being.

Our modern lifestyle has created a society of busy and hurry, often at the expense of our health, families and relationships.

In this episode, Sandy looks at a number of simple ways to reduce our overall stress levels, and to live a better life. 

This podcast is a production of Brisbane's Rise 96.5 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 Rise 96.5 podcasts by searching for Rise 96.5 in your podcast app, by downloading the free Rise 96.5 app on the Apple App Store or on Google Play, or at www.rise965.com/podcasts

Research shows that as many of us may be suffering from stress related ailments.&nbsp; Stress plays a huge part in our general well-being.
Our modern lifestyle has created a society of busy and hurry, often at the expense of our health, families and relationships.
In this episode, Sandy looks at a number of simple ways to reduce our overall stress levels, and to live a better life.&nbsp;
This podcast is a production of Brisbane's Rise 96.5 and&nbsp;<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 Rise 96.5 podcasts by searching for Rise 96.5 in your podcast app, by downloading the free Rise 96.5 app on the <a href="https://apps.apple.com/au/app/rise-96-5/id1595009124">Apple App Store</a>&nbsp;or on <a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.radio96five&amp;hl=en_AU">Google Play</a>, or at&nbsp;<a href="https://rise965.com/podcasts/">www.rise965.com/podcasts</a>

How Do I De-Stress My Life? (Part 1)

There's a Netflix documentary series called 'Live to 100: Secrets of the Blue Zones', which looks at why people in five unique communities around the world live extraordinarily long and vibrant lives.

The show found that amongst the obvious things like diet and exercise, was that one of the key factors is living with purpose and a vision.

As we prepare to embark on another new year, Sandy looks at ways we can set goals and visions to assist in living a long and fulfilling life.

Topics discussed include:
Discovering our dream and purpose.
The reasons we don't set goals or have expectations.
Why planning is a key part of life.
Turning your passions into a career.
Knowing your identity and what makes you tick.
Creating vision boards.

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. 

There's a Netflix documentary series called '<a href="https://www.netflix.com/au/title/81214929">Live to 100: Secrets of the Blue Zones</a>', which looks at why people in five unique communities around the world live extraordinarily long and vibrant lives.
The show found that amongst the obvious things like diet and exercise, was that one of the key factors is living with purpose and a vision.
As we prepare to embark on another new year, Sandy looks at ways we can set goals and visions to assist in living a long and fulfilling life.
Topics discussed include:
<ul>
<li>Discovering our dream and purpose.</li>
<li>The reasons we don't set goals or have expectations.</li>
<li>Why planning is a key part of life.</li>
<li>Turning your passions into a career.</li>
<li>Knowing your identity and what makes you tick.</li>
<li>Creating vision boards.</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 Can I Set Better Goals?

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?

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 Rise 96.5 and So Many Answers Counselling Service.

Find more Rise 96.5 podcasts by searching for Rise 96.5 in your podcast app, by downloading the Rise 96.5 app, or at rise965.com/podcasts

 

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 <a href="https://rise965.com/podcasts/">Brisbane's Rise 96.5</a> and <a href="https://www.somanyanswers.com/">So Many Answers Counselling Service</a>.
Find more Rise 96.5 podcasts by searching for Rise 96.5 in your podcast app, by downloading the <a href="https://www.96five.com/stories/station-news/2021/96five-launches-new-app-for-iphone-android/">Rise 96.5 app</a>, or at <a href="https://rise965.com/podcasts/">rise965.com/podcasts</a>
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