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In this show, we look at many issues relating to cognitive behavioural hypnotherapy or 'Hypno-CBT®'. In particular, host Kathy Carter from Arrive Therapy explores what it means to be a neurodiversity-affirming therapist, considers ways in which cognitive behavioural hypnotherapy can be adjusted for neurodivergent clients, and considers how Hypno-CBT® can benefit autistic people. Kathy is also passionate about Hypno-CBT® for anxiety, the impact of recovery from narcissistic abuse, mindset mar ...
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Positively Chill is a weekly podcast and musical journey, exploring the profound impact of music, uncovering lyrics that resonate with themes of mental health challenges... or lyrics that are just rad. Each week, listen to strategies for a positive mindset and ways to navigate mental health issues, such as social anxiety, trauma, forgiveness, and overthinking. Music can heal, so let's heal together. Unwind & soak up some good vibes and musical therapy.
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Parenthood

Leonie Akhidenor

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Our lives change when we become parents. Of course, we experience the joys and challenges of parenting, but we go through profound changes on a personal level too. Parenthood is all about exploring these personal challenges we feel as adults. Hosted by relationship coach, successful businesswoman and mother of two, Leonie Akhidenor, Parenthood focuses on the heart-warming, exhausting, frustrating and exhilarating lives of parents. Each week Leonie meets with parents, parenting professionals ...
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Germany in Focus

The Local Germany

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Germany in Focus is The Local’s weekly podcast where we discuss the big news and talking points in Germany as well as explore and explain the major issues that impact life in the country. We also answer your essential questions and look ahead at what’s coming up. In each episode presenter Rachel Loxton chats about the most important news and must-know information with The Local Germany’s Rachel Stern, Imogen Goodman, James Jackson and Aaron Burnett. They are also frequently joined by other e ...
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Hey friend! Welcome to Seeking Happy, Finding Joy. Are you holding on to things even though they leave you feeling guilty, disappointed, or unfulfilled? Are you struggling to navigate a big life transition or feel lost because life doesn’t look the way you expected? Have you discovered that when you find happiness it’s fleeting and when the moment has passed, you are left feeling the same as before? Let’s face it – life is hard, sometimes. So I’m glad you’re here! This podcast will help you ...
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Ep 149 – I’ve had a heaps of DM’s about travelling with kids, so this is part 1 of our 3 part mini series. In this episode I share: 🎙 Carry on luggage - what to take and how exactly I packed our bags 🎙 Items I could not live without when travelling 🎙 How to prepare kids for long international flights 🎙 How many snacks did I take, are travel cots ne…
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The queen of love & heartbreak, the musical goddess, Adele! I also discuss the science behind negative memories, why tacos are the best and lucha libre wrestling costumes. How do any of these things relate? Tune in and find out :) Songs from this episode: Easy On Me by Adele, Someone Like You by Adele, When We Were Young by Adele Say hi on Instagra…
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So I’m home and here to fill you in on my thoughts and reflections including: 🎙 Do we hang on too tightly as mums? 🎙 Thoughts on delegating and sharing the load 🎙 Feedback from a mother’s group about drowning in the mental load 🎙 How my children went during my time away, did my preparation work? And so much more… Follow Parenthood on insta @parenth…
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Can anxiety be a habit? I discuss the loop of Trigger >> Behavior >> Reward. Plus some classic rock summer jams, a bit on avoidance and tidbits from the book “Unwinding Anxiety” by neuroscientist Judson Brewer. Songs in this episode: Blister In The Sun by Violent Femmes, Under Pressure by Queen & David Bowie, Summer Breeze by Seals & Crofts Say hi …
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In my last episode I spoke all about my experience with being at CNBC TV and also recording a podcast with them. This week’s episode is the podcast that we recorded. Sit back and enjoy (and DM me on your thoughts on whether you think my voice is husky or A-OK…) Follow Parenthood on insta @parenthoodpod Parenthood Podcast acknowledge the Traditional…
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I just got back to NYC from Florida and I’m excited to give you updates. I spent the day in Florida filming on day time TV and speaking all things parenthood. It would only be fair that I immediately jump on the pod and fill you all in on my behind the scenes thoughts. So this is another unfiltered episode where I chat all things: 🎙 Having no voice…
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I’m in NYC and bringing you updates from a day of walking the streets speaking to parents. Yes, team, just me, a microphone and videographer tapping randoms on the shoulder and asking them to go deep. In this episode I spill the tea on: 🎙 The most common theme that US parents spoke about 🎙 Thoughts on patience and releasing expectations as parents …
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I’ve made it to the big apple and what a destination it is. So I’m sharing my observations when it comes to the fine city of New York including: 🎙 Observations on homelessness and personal security 🎙 Nannies out in full force and US maternity leave observations 🎙 Police enforcement and racial stereotypes And so much more… Follow Parenthood on insta…
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This episode is slightly different than others. I talk about the book “Do One Thing Different: Ten Simple Ways to Change Your Life” by Bill O’Hanlon, confess my love of book reports & 90s alt-rock, and discuss ways to make changes in your life. Songs in this episode: Tonight, Tonight by Smashing Pumpkins Say hi on Instagram @positively_chill…
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It’s another day in sunny Austin Texas and I have so many observations. So in this episode you’ll get my (unfiltered) thoughts on this really everything on my mind including: 🎙 Where are all of the cowboy hats and boots? 🎙 Observations on the republican state including abortion laws 🎙 Some success on the US media opportunity front And so much more……
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In this episode, I discuss dealing with tough conversations and how to be more confident, including a hot balloon metaphor. Where am I going with that metaphor?? Tune in and find out :) Songs in this episode: July by Noah Cyrus, Show Me How by Men I Trust, Confidence by Ocean Alley, Say hi on Instagram @positively_chill…
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Join The Local Germany with our podcast listener offer In this episode, Rachel Loxton is joined by journalists Imogen Goodman and Paul Krantz. Our sound engineer is Rhys Edwards. Here's the links to the stories we talk about: Germany's budget plans: Kindergeld and tax relief - how Germany's planned 2025 budget could affect you Will Germany introduc…
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Ok team, so I’ve just arrived in Austin Texas and what a whirlwind it’s been already. My trip here was truly eventful and I’m (oversharing) on what happened behind the scenes including: 🎙 Can you take a paperclip and tongue scrapper on an international flight? 🎙 Has anyone else tried the tequila + sleeping pills combo (..do not recommend) 🎙 Public …
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Welcome to the first episode from our Parenthood On Tour series. I’m giving you updates from the day before I leave for the US on my solo trip, chatting about: 🎙 How I’m preparing my kids for my trip away 🎙 The mum guilt that is SO real 🎙 My goals and challenges with media opportunities in the US And so much more… Follow Parenthood on insta @parent…
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Join The Local Germany with our podcast listener offer In this episode Rachel Loxton is joined by journalists Imogen Goodman and Sarah Magill. Our sound engineer is Rhys Edwards. Here are some links to the stories we talk about: Germany's fraught political landscape and budget woes: What the shock defection of a Greens MP to the CDU tells us about …
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Join The Local Germany with our podcast listener offer In this episode Rachel Loxton is joined by journalists Imogen Goodman and Paul Krantz. We also hear from Matt Bristow, a volunteer with British in Germany. Our sound engineer is Rhys Edwards. Here are some links to the stories we talk about: Cannabis clubs: What to know about Germany's partial …
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Netflix’s Heartstopper is a global sensation but it isn’t just about entertainment. Why are fans so broad in age range, and gender / sexual identification? Why do we become ‘obsessed’ and rewatch the show over and over? How is this show helping us heal? And what are the links with processing loss (of what we didn’t have), and talk therapy? Visit ht…
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In this episode, I discuss classic rock songs, arrival fallacy, impact basis and how to be more resilient. Listen to me try to tie in all these themes to summer music. Hope you will listen and chill out :) Songs in this episode: The Boys Are Back In Town by Thin Lizzy, Badlands by Bruce Springsteen, American Girl by Tom Petty, Say hi on Instagram @…
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Join The Local Germany with our podcast listener offer In this episode Rachel Loxton is joined by journalists Imogen Goodman and Sarah Magill. Our sound engineer is Rhys Edwards. Here are some links to the stories we talk about: Euro 2024 fever: IN PICTURES: Euro fans take over German cities for Euro 2024 Where are the fan zones for Euro 2024 in Ge…
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Brought to you by @bambimini.co This is our final episode before our mini break. We are answering our audience’s top question; how is everyone juggling it all? We certainly are no experts and we drop balls all the time, but in this Real Talk episode we discuss: 🎙 Leonie’s solo trip to the US, preparing the kids and taking her mic with her 🎙 What ou…
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In this episode, I discuss summer songs, how to slow down, Stress Reduction Theory and why I am a good wingwoman :) Listen to me try to tie in all these themes to summer music. Hope you will listen and chill out. Songs in this episode: Please Please Please by Sabrina Carpenter* Feels Like Summer by Childish Gambino, Badfish by Sublime, This Girl by…
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Want to know what we were like in high school? Well Liv and I just had our 20 year reunion and are sharing all the tee, including: 🎙 Our high school personalities and yes we were as cool as you think… 🎙 What we’ve learnt from our parents way of parenting 🎙 Msn messenger, Linx Africa, passion pop reflections 🎙 Debating meetings sponsored by Woodstoc…
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Hi friend, We’ve all made mistakes at some point, right? Made a poor decision or bad choice? You’ve looked back and wish you’d had chosen differently? “If I had been a better parent; hadn’t taken that job; married that person; listened to my mother; said that horrible thing … “ We have all done or said things we regret. But all too often that regre…
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In this episode, I discuss New Wave songs, burnout, healing from trauma, and the need for rest, without apologies. Listen to me try to tie in all these themes to music :) Hope you will listen and chill out. Songs in this episode: Psycho Killer by Talking Heads, Dance Hall Days by Wang Chung, Just Like Heaven by The Cure Say hi on Instagram @positiv…
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Join The Local Germany with our podcast listener offer In this episode Rachel Loxton is joined by journalists Aaron Burnett and Paul Krantz. We are also joined by Kit Holden. Our sound engineer is Rhys Edwards. Here are some links to the stories we talk about: European election latest: EU elections - Why has Germany's far-right AfD party crashed in…
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Brought to you by Bambi Mini Co. This week I’m chatting with Dr Golly and he is answering your burning questions including: 🎙 Why the early years of parenting can be tough on relationships 🎙 How to navigate fussy eaters 🎙 Why screen time isn’t all that bad 🎙 How to empower toddlers when baby number 2 arrives And so much more… For more on our episod…
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Join The Local Germany with our podcast listener offer In this episode Rachel Loxton is joined by journalists Imogen Goodman and Paul Krantz. Our sound engineer is Rhys Edwards. Here are some links to the stories we talk about: Racist video from Sylt goes viral and sparks backlash: Outrage after partygoers filmed chanting racist slogans on island o…
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Join me for the 6th episode of Positively Chill! Each week we go on a musical journey - exploring impactful lyrics, mental health insights, and strategies for a positive mindset. In this episode, I discuss more of my favorite feel-good songs, including some heavy metal and hip-hop, and how these songs relate to toxicity. Listen to me try to tie in …
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Brought to you by Bambi Mini Co. This week I’m chatting with Dr Golly and he is answering your burning questions including: 🎙 How we can best plan for kids 🎙 Overcoming mental health challenges as parents 🎙 Why my 4 year old’s tantrums were worse than the terrible 2’s and 3’s 🎙 How Dr Golly felt when he first became a dad And so much more… For more…
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Join The Local Germany with our podcast listener offer In this episode Rachel Loxton is joined by journalists Aaron Burnett and Paul Krantz. Our sound engineer is Rhys Edwards. We also hear from journalist Avalon Pernell. Here are some links to the stories we talk about: Culture shocks Americans face in Germany: 10 things I found shocking as an Ame…
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Join me for the 5th episode of Positively Chill! Each week we go on a musical journey - exploring impactful lyrics, mental health insights, and strategies for a positive mindset. In this episode, I discuss more of my favorite feel-good songs by badass female rockers and how these songs relate to vulnerability and authenticity. Listen to me try to t…
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Brought to you by @elan.houseofwellness. This week we lend our voices to the many people who are speaking up about female violence. We discuss: 🎙 Our thoughts on media reports re female violence 🎙 What more we think needs to be done and 🎙 How gender inequality as playing out in organisations 🎙 What we can do to shift the needle, as mother’s to boys…
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Join me for the fourth episode of Positively Chill! Each week we go on a musical journey - exploring impactful lyrics, mental health insights, and strategies for a positive mindset. In this episode, I discuss more of my favorite feel-good songs and how these songs relate to perfectionism, regret and counterfactual thinking. Listen to me try to tie …
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Germany in Focus is made possible by the support of subscribers to The Local - find out more here about becoming a member. In this episode Rachel Loxton is joined by journalists Imogen Goodman and Paul Krantz. Our sound engineer is Rhys Edwards. We also hear from journalist James Jackson. Here are some links to the stories we talk about: Angela Mer…
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Hi Friend, Faith, Trust, Gratitude … pretty easy to have, when life runs smooth, right? But how about when you’re navigating difficult life storms … especially the ones that come at us full force; the ones that tear down everything we believed would always be there or rip away life as we know it. How easy is it then? If you’ve ever experienced a na…
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Brought to you by Elan House of Wellness. Back by popular demand, this week it’s part 2 of our conversation with Melbourne mum and Kic co-founder Steph Claire Smith. We answer your questions including: 🎙 Low sex drive since becoming a parent 🎙 Inequality when it comes to the household 🎙 Handling endless business rejection 🎙 Hustle vs rest And so mu…
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Germany in Focus is made possible by the support of subscribers to The Local - find out more here about becoming a member. In this episode Rachel Loxton is joined by journalists Aaron Burnett and Paul Krantz. Our sound engineer is Rhys Edwards. Here are some links to the stories we talk about: Attacks on German politicians surge ahead of European e…
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Join me for the third episode of Positively Chill! Each week we go on a musical journey - exploring impactful lyrics, mental health insights, and strategies for a positive mindset. In this episode, I discuss more of my favorite feel-good songs and how these songs relate to introverts, disappointment & failure and exercise for mental health. Listen …
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Parenthood Mother's Day Special - Brought to you by Elan House of Wellness. Back by popular demand, this week to celebrate Mother’s Day we are chatting with Melbourne mum and Kic co-founder Steph Claire Smith. We go deep and discuss: 🎙 Steph’s current focus on inner work, authenticity and blocking out other’s expectations 🎙 Thoughts on violence aga…
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Find out more about becoming a member of The Local In this episode Rachel Loxton is joined by journalists Imogen Goodman and Paul Krantz. Our sound engineer is Rhys Edwards. Here are some links to the stories we talk about: Who's affected by hike in flight ticket tax and what's the future for budget air travel?: 'Germany lacks a sensible airline po…
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Join me for the second episode of Positively Chill! Each week we go on a musical journey - exploring impactful lyrics, mental health insights, and strategies for a positive mindset. In this episode, I discuss more of my favorite feel-good songs and how these songs relate to overthinking, kindness, zombies and staying playful & weird. Listen to me t…
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Episode 127 - This week I chat with well-known Melbourne artist Bobby and business owner Steve to discuss what their relationship looks like behind closed doors. The couple are so open and raw about some of the real challenges they’ve faced including: 🎙 A journey to conceive baby number 2 🎙 The challenges when juggling business and parenthood 🎙 How…
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Find out more about becoming a member of The Local here In this episode Rachel Loxton is joined by journalists Aaron Burnett and Paul Krantz. Our sound engineer is Rhys Edwards. Here are some links to the stories we talk about: The spy scandals gripping Germany and rocking the AfD: 'How spying scandal has rocked troubled German far-right party What…
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Join me for the first episode of Positively Chill! On this episode, I discuss my favorite feel-good songs and how these songs relate to fearlessness, sunlight for mental health, appreciating the little things and giving power to others. Listen to me try to tie in all these themes to music :) Hope you will listen and chill out. Songs in this episode…
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This week we’re going airing our dirty laundry, about what we disagree on behind closed door. We spill the tea on: 🎙 A 48 hour Mexican stand-off in Leonie’s household 🎙 Who waves the white flag first in an argument? 🎙 A call-in from a listener re growing apart from her husband 🎙 Why fighting means we’re communicating and passion means we care And s…
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Germany in Focus is made possible by the support of subscribers to The Local - find out more here about becoming a member. In this episode, Rachel Loxton is joined by journalists Imogen Goodman and Paul Krantz. Our sound engineer is Rhys Edwards. Here are some links to some of the stories we talk about: Bavaria takes a stand against Germany's canna…
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Do you head into a fight or flight energy when you are triggered into RSD? Or are you more likely to go into shutdown? We explore the coping strategies folk utilise when they experience rejection sensitive dysphoria. We also look at CBT’s Five Aspects Model by Christine Pedesky, and align it with Pia Mellody’s ‘Felt Reality’, within her theory of c…
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This week I chat to Emily Stone, co-founder of BabyBee. Emily answers all of your pram questions and delves into her own personal struggles with juggling parenthood and work. We chat about: 🎙 Emily’s personal challenges with running an international business whilst being a mum 🎙 What do we look for when shopping for a new pram? What accessories do …
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