Self-talk is probably one of the most intimate and important things we can master for our own good. The way we talk to ourselves links to the way we see ourselves, and the way we interact with the world. It’s an aspect of our communication skills that we never get enough time on in school. This week I talk to the marvellous Johanna Lyon about self-talk, within a special context. In this bumper special, you get to listen to the first ever recording of Stumble Through. A recording I held back on releasing because of my own self-talk around it. I am really excited to show it to you, and of course to introduce Jo (that will be funny after you’ve listened).

Jo is a young artist passionate about laughing with others. Jo is most interested in discussing and unpacking why humans do what we do in areas of life regarding love, childhood and discrimination, among other things. She aims to achieve connection between strangers within her work. She is a truly marvellous human being that I am so lucky to call my friend. I am really glad I get to share this, and her, with you this week. Don’t forget to get tickets to her Short and Sweet show this weekend! They’re pretty cheap, and it’s an excellent excuse to take a trip to the Gold Coast.

Keep well,

-Paula

EPISODE NOTES:

Things We Mentioned

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Here are those definitions again, courtesy of Merriam-Webster

Self-talk

talk or thoughts directed at oneself

Self-esteem

a confidence and satisfaction in oneself: SELF-RESPECT

Synonyms: ego, pride, pridefulness, self-regard, self-respect

Self confidence

confidence in oneself and in one's powers and abilities

Synonyms: aplomb, assurance, confidence, self-assurance, self-assuredness, self-esteem, self-trust

Self-worth

a sense of one's own value as a human being: SELF-ESTEEM

Self-efficacy (this one came from the Cambridge Dictionary)

a person's belief that they can be successful when carrying out a particular task: Perceived self-efficacy refers to people's beliefs about their capabilities to exercise control over their own activities.

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Immersion therapy, also known as exposure therapy, is cognitive behavioural therapy technique usually used to treat anxiety disorders. The American Psychology association defines it as “Exposure therapy is a psychological treatment that was developed to help people confront their fears… a psychologist might recommend a program of exposure therapy in order to help break the pattern of avoidance and fear. In this form of therapy, psychologists create a safe environment in which to “expose” individuals to the things they fear and avoid. The exposure to the feared objects, activities or situations in a safe environment helps reduce fear and decrease avoidance.“

Read more about it here: https://www.apa.org/ptsd-guideline/patients-and-families/exposure-therapy

And recently, immersion therapy has taken on a new meaning. Immersion therapy is now also a technique in which people with some disabilities (mostly movement related) and injury can gain access to movement by being immersed in water. Read all about it here:

https://mycarespace.com.au/resources/immersion-therapy-what-is-it-and-how-can-it-help

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Self-perception theory So I got this one totally wrong. I said it was this thing where people believed that they were good by default, nuh uh. Self-perception theory was developed by Dr Daryl Bem, and “describes the process in which people, lacking initial attitudes or emotional responses, develop them by observing their own behavior and coming to conclusions as to what attitudes must have driven that behavior.” For more info, have a little read of this quick summary here: https://www.learning-theories.com/self-perception-theory-bem.html

I don’t know what I was thinking of, but let me know if you do!

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Our brilliant friend Peta Berghofer is a ceramic artist with really beautiful and tender work which is SOLD OUT. Keep an eye on her website here https://www.petaberghofer.com/about

and her Instagram here https://www.instagram.com/petaberghofer/

to make sure you don’t miss out when she gets new stock up.

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Robogals is a student run NFP which runs engineering and technology workshops in local communities. This is an amazing initiative which focuses on primary and secondary school students, check out their website here:https://robogals.org/

Steph Piper is probably the coolest and smartest person I know. She is a scientist, 3D printing engineer, and an amazing human being. Check out her amazing 3D printing skills, teacher resources, and learn more about her here: http://www.piper3dp.com/

Check out her amazing start up Spark Girlz which is a Toowoomba based company getting girls involved and excited about STEM. Learn more about them here: https://sparkgirlz.com/about-spark-girlz/

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Cluedo! Has closed unfortunately, but mark your calendars for next year! This is a night where you can dress up, eat good food and have excellent drink, while solving a murder with none of the nasty bits. The show is run by Brisbane Immersive Ensemble, who create amazing experience that you can hire out for corporate functions. Find them here: https://www.brisbaneimmersive.com/

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You can find Jo here:

Catch Jo in the brilliantly funny show The Coco Clan at Short and Sweet Festival this weekend at HOTA! Book your tickets here: https://hota.com.au/theatre/short-sweet-theatre/

Or at Sydney fringe here: https://sydneyfringe.com/browse-the-guide-2019

You can find her serving looks and lols on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/johannamate/

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