Socially Minded

Today I have been out in the forest with Sam and I can reaffirm that being out in nature is certainly good for the soul!

Here is today’s 2pm check up, where I will be recording and sharing a video at approximately 2pm each day to see where I am at both mentally and physically. It is the midpoint of the day, so even if it is not going so well, there is always an opportunity for things to get better. As a viewer, you can also take this opportunity to assess your day and see if you can make a difference. You still have at least 8 hours before it’s time for bed!! I am trying to raise awareness about mental health issues by starting a conversation about it. There is no shame in admitting that you need help sometimes.

This episode is also available as a blog post: http://sociallyminded.org/2022/05/28/the-2pm-check-up-28-05/

In today’s 2pm check up, I’m in at university and so far the day is going well and I’m really looking forward to a weekend full of reading and starting on my papers!

Here is today’s 2pm check up, where I will be recording and sharing a video at approximately 2pm each day to see where I am at both mentally and physically. It is the midpoint of the day, so even if it is not going so well, there is always an opportunity for things to get better. As a viewer, you can also take this opportunity to assess your day and see if you can make a difference. You still have at least 8 hours before it’s time for bed!! I am trying to raise awareness about mental health issues by starting a conversation about it. There is no shame in admitting that you need help sometimes.

This episode is also available as a blog post: http://sociallyminded.org/2022/05/27/the-2pm-check-up-27-05/

In today’s 2pm check up I am happy to be having a public holiday, I will be meeting up with friends this afternoon for various activities and I couldn’t get that spiky bit of my hair to stay down!

Here is today’s 2pm check up, where I will be recording and sharing a video at approximately 2pm each day to see where I am at both mentally and physically. It is the midpoint of the day, so even if it is not going so well, there is always an opportunity for things to get better. As a viewer, you can also take this opportunity to assess your day and see if you can make a difference. You still have at least 8 hours before it’s time for bed!! I am trying to raise awareness about mental health issues by starting a conversation about it. There is no shame in admitting that you need help sometimes.

This episode is also available as a blog post: http://sociallyminded.org/2022/05/26/the-2pm-check-up-26-05/

In today’s 2pm check up I’ve picked up some light reading for the long weekend and I will be starting on my 6 papers for uni. I am also so thrilled to have found the Berlin School of Mind and Brain and I am thankful to my ex work colleague for helping me find my life direction!

Here is today’s 2pm check up, where I will be recording and sharing a video at approximately 2pm each day to see where I am at both mentally and physically. It is the midpoint of the day, so even if it is not going so well, there is always an opportunity for things to get better. As a viewer, you can also take this opportunity to assess your day and see if you can make a difference. You still have at least 8 hours before it’s time for bed!! I am trying to raise awareness about mental health issues by starting a conversation about it. There is no shame in admitting that you need help sometimes.

This episode is also available as a blog post: http://sociallyminded.org/2022/05/25/the-2pm-check-up-25-05/

I finally had a long overdue haircut and I am getting some great momentum behind me to get the things done that I have been putting off for a long time!

Here is today’s 2pm check up, where I will be recording and sharing a video at approximately 2pm each day to see where I am at both mentally and physically. It is the midpoint of the day, so even if it is not going so well, there is always an opportunity for things to get better. As a viewer, you can also take this opportunity to assess your day and see if you can make a difference. You still have at least 8 hours before it’s time for bed!! I am trying to raise awareness about mental health issues by starting a conversation about it. There is no shame in admitting that you need help sometimes.

This episode is also available as a blog post: http://sociallyminded.org/2022/05/24/the-2pm-check-up-24-05/

In today’s 2pm Check up I am trying to focus on not getting inside my own head and learning to let go.

Here is today’s 2pm check up, where I will be recording and sharing a video at approximately 2pm each day to see where I am at both mentally and physically. It is the midpoint of the day, so even if it is not going so well, there is always an opportunity for things to get better. As a viewer, you can also take this opportunity to assess your day and see if you can make a difference. You still have at least 8 hours before it’s time for bed!! I am trying to raise awareness about mental health issues by starting a conversation about it. There is no shame in admitting that you need help sometimes.

This episode is also available as a blog post: http://sociallyminded.org/2022/05/23/the-2pm-check-up-23-05/

In today’s 2pm Check up I have finally realised that I don’t always need to be fighting and I should try to appreciate the very fact of my existence!

Here is today’s 2pm check up, where I will be recording and sharing a video at approximately 2pm each day to see where I am at both mentally and physically. It is the midpoint of the day, so even if it is not going so well, there is always an opportunity for things to get better. As a viewer, you can also take this opportunity to assess your day and see if you can make a difference. You still have at least 8 hours before it’s time for bed!! I am trying to raise awareness about mental health issues by starting a conversation about it. There is no shame in admitting that you need help sometimes.

This episode is also available as a blog post: http://sociallyminded.org/2022/05/22/the-2pm-check-up-22-05/

In today’s 2pm Check up I talk about finding new motivation to become the best version of myself that I possibly can be!

Here is today’s 2pm check up, where I will be recording and sharing a video at approximately 2pm each day to see where I am at both mentally and physically. It is the midpoint of the day, so even if it is not going so well, there is always an opportunity for things to get better. As a viewer, you can also take this opportunity to assess your day and see if you can make a difference. You still have at least 8 hours before it’s time for bed!! I am trying to raise awareness about mental health issues by starting a conversation about it. There is no shame in admitting that you need help sometimes.

This episode is also available as a blog post: http://sociallyminded.org/2022/05/21/the-2pm-check-up-21-05/

In today’s 2pm check up I talk about the shortcomings in relation to neuroscience and psychology and where we can improve!

Here is today’s 2pm check up, where I will be recording and sharing a video at approximately 2pm each day to see where I am at both mentally and physically. It is the midpoint of the day, so even if it is not going so well, there is always an opportunity for things to get better. As a viewer, you can also take this opportunity to assess your day and see if you can make a difference. You still have at least 8 hours before it’s time for bed!! I am trying to raise awareness about mental health issues by starting a conversation about it. There is no shame in admitting that you need help sometimes.

This episode is also available as a blog post: http://sociallyminded.org/2022/05/20/the-2pm-check-up-20-05/

I feel as though I’ve made some progress over the last few days – let’s hope I can keep up the positivity!

Here is today’s 2pm check up, where I will be recording and sharing a video at approximately 2pm each day to see where I am at both mentally and physically. It is the midpoint of the day, so even if it is not going so well, there is always an opportunity for things to get better. As a viewer, you can also take this opportunity to assess your day and see if you can make a difference. You still have at least 8 hours before it’s time for bed!! I am trying to raise awareness about mental health issues by starting a conversation about it. There is no shame in admitting that you need help sometimes.

This episode is also available as a blog post: http://sociallyminded.org/2022/05/19/the-2pm-check-up-19-05/

In today’s 2pm Check up I talk about developing healthy thought patterns and better coping mechanisms.

Here is today’s 2pm check up, where I will be recording and sharing a video at approximately 2pm each day to see where I am at both mentally and physically. It is the midpoint of the day, so even if it is not going so well, there is always an opportunity for things to get better. As a viewer, you can also take this opportunity to assess your day and see if you can make a difference. You still have at least 8 hours before it’s time for bed!! I am trying to raise awareness about mental health issues by starting a conversation about it. There is no shame in admitting that you need help sometimes.

This episode is also available as a blog post: http://sociallyminded.org/2022/05/18/the-2pm-check-up-18-05/

An entirely honest representation of how I’m feeling right now. It’s not often that I’m lost for words. The only way is up from here I guess.

Here is today’s 2pm check up, where I will be recording and sharing a video at approximately 2pm each day to see where I am at both mentally and physically. It is the midpoint of the day, so even if it is not going so well, there is always an opportunity for things to get better. As a viewer, you can also take this opportunity to assess your day and see if you can make a difference. You still have at least 8 hours before it’s time for bed!! I am trying to raise awareness about mental health issues by starting a conversation about it. There is no shame in admitting that you need help sometimes.

This episode is also available as a blog post: http://sociallyminded.org/2022/05/17/the-2pm-check-up-17-05/

I’m motivated to restart my footy fitness program and I will be undergoing an experimental brain reset this afternoon – let’s hope it all goes to plan!!!!

Here is today’s 2pm check up, where I will be recording and sharing a video at approximately 2pm each day to see where I am at both mentally and physically. It is the midpoint of the day, so even if it is not going so well, there is always an opportunity for things to get better. As a viewer, you can also take this opportunity to assess your day and see if you can make a difference. You still have at least 8 hours before it’s time for bed!! I am trying to raise awareness about mental health issues by starting a conversation about it. There is no shame in admitting that you need help sometimes.

This episode is also available as a blog post: http://sociallyminded.org/2022/05/15/the-2pm-check-up-15-05/

In today’s 2pm Check up I talk about the inevitability of misunderstandings when dealing in second languages and there is a special guest appearance by Sammy 朗

Here is today’s 2pm check up, where I will be recording and sharing a video at approximately 2pm each day to see where I am at both mentally and physically. It is the midpoint of the day, so even if it is not going so well, there is always an opportunity for things to get better. As a viewer, you can also take this opportunity to assess your day and see if you can make a difference. You still have at least 8 hours before it’s time for bed!! I am trying to raise awareness about mental health issues by starting a conversation about it. There is no shame in admitting that you need help sometimes.

This episode is also available as a blog post: http://sociallyminded.org/2022/05/14/the-2pm-check-up-14-05/

My two presentations went really well and I’m already starting to feel the benefits of fasting!

Here is today’s 2pm check up, where I will be recording and sharing a video at approximately 2pm each day to see where I am at both mentally and physically. It is the midpoint of the day, so even if it is not going so well, there is always an opportunity for things to get better. As a viewer, you can also take this opportunity to assess your day and see if you can make a difference. You still have at least 8 hours before it’s time for bed!! I am trying to raise awareness about mental health issues by starting a conversation about it. There is no shame in admitting that you need help sometimes.

This episode is also available as a blog post: http://sociallyminded.org/2022/05/13/the-2pm-check-up-13-05/

Back on track with my vegan, keto, fasting routine. Good times!

Here is today’s 2pm check up, where I will be recording and sharing a video at approximately 2pm each day to see where I am at both mentally and physically. It is the midpoint of the day, so even if it is not going so well, there is always an opportunity for things to get better. As a viewer, you can also take this opportunity to assess your day and see if you can make a difference. You still have at least 8 hours before it’s time for bed!! I am trying to raise awareness about mental health issues by starting a conversation about it. There is no shame in admitting that you need help sometimes.

This episode is also available as a blog post: http://sociallyminded.org/2022/05/12/the-2pm-check-up-12-05/

Feeling on top of the world today and the presentations are looking fantastic!

Here is today’s 2pm check up, where I will be recording and sharing a video at approximately 2pm each day to see where I am at both mentally and physically. It is the midpoint of the day, so even if it is not going so well, there is always an opportunity for things to get better. As a viewer, you can also take this opportunity to assess your day and see if you can make a difference. You still have at least 8 hours before it’s time for bed!! I am trying to raise awareness about mental health issues by starting a conversation about it. There is no shame in admitting that you need help sometimes.

This episode is also available as a blog post: http://sociallyminded.org/2022/05/11/the-2pm-check-up-11-05/

For today's 2pm check up it seems that getting up at 5am can only get easier and my thoughts have been intruding once again - but I'm determined to put a stop to it this afternoon!!

This episode is also available as a blog post: http://sociallyminded.org/2022/05/10/the-2pm-check-up-10-05/

Woke up at 5:12am this morning and got my day underway bright and early. Let’s hope I can make this a habit!!

Here is today’s 2pm check up, where I will be recording and sharing a video at approximately 2pm each day to see where I am at both mentally and physically. It is the midpoint of the day, so even if it is not going so well, there is always an opportunity for things to get better. As a viewer, you can also take this opportunity to assess your day and see if you can make a difference. You still have at least 8 hours before it’s time for bed!! I am trying to raise awareness about mental health issues by starting a conversation about it. There is no shame in admitting that you need help sometimes.

This episode is also available as a blog post: http://sociallyminded.org/2022/05/09/the-2pm-check-up-09-05/

Over the centuries philosophers and scientists alike have attempted to solve or at least to some extent explain how the mind and the body are connected. I contend that we should stop looking for an objective measure in relation to consciousness and the human experience and instead start trying to develop better methods of subjective data collection. We are so obsessed with measuring everything and comparing everyone in an attempt to define what is normal – but what if there is no normal when it comes to the mind and our own individual consciousnesses and human experiences.

Until we can find a reliable method to subjectively measure the mind – and I mean reliable, then I believe that the mind-body problem will remain unsolved and a contentious issue well into the future.

This episode is also available as a blog post: http://sociallyminded.org/2022/05/03/objectively-subjective/

For today’s 2pm Check up it is a double up as I couldn’t make a video yesterday. We had a learning experience through our football game yesterday and I will be using that lesson as motivation for self-improvement over the next 14 weeks.

Here is today’s 2pm check up, where I will be recording and sharing a video at approximately 2pm each day to see where I am at both mentally and physically. It is the midpoint of the day, so even if it is not going so well, there is always an opportunity for things to get better. As a viewer, you can also take this opportunity to assess your day and see if you can make a difference. You still have at least 8 hours before it’s time for bed!! I am trying to raise awareness about mental health issues by starting a conversation about it. There is no shame in admitting that you need help sometimes.

This episode is also available as a blog post: http://sociallyminded.org/2022/05/08/the-2pm-check-up-08-05/

Double Prof. Dr John-Dylan Haynes – my day couldn’t possibly be any better and I have volunteered to do the first two presentations next Friday!

Here is today’s 2pm check up, where I will be recording and sharing a video at approximately 2pm each day to see where I am at both mentally and physically. It is the midpoint of the day, so even if it is not going so well, there is always an opportunity for things to get better. As a viewer, you can also take this opportunity to assess your day and see if you can make a difference. You still have at least 8 hours before it’s time for bed!! I am trying to raise awareness about mental health issues by starting a conversation about it. There is no shame in admitting that you need help sometimes.

This episode is also available as a blog post: http://sociallyminded.org/2022/05/06/the-2pm-check-up-06-05/

Much, much better day today – being outside, hanging out with people and playing some sports have really improved my mood.
Sometimes it’s not so easy to get out of bed and face the day, but the effort can definitely be worth it!

Here is today’s 2pm check up, where I will be recording and sharing a video at approximately 2pm each day to see where I am at both mentally and physically. It is the midpoint of the day, so even if it is not going so well, there is always an opportunity for things to get better. As a viewer, you can also take this opportunity to assess your day and see if you can make a difference. You still have at least 8 hours before it’s time for bed!! I am trying to raise awareness about mental health issues by starting a conversation about it. There is no shame in admitting that you need help sometimes.

This episode is also available as a blog post: http://sociallyminded.org/2022/05/05/the-2pm-check-up-04-05-2/

Having a bit of a downer today. What else can I say? I’m trying my best.

Here is today’s 2pm check up, where I will be recording and sharing a video at approximately 2pm each day to see where I am at both mentally and physically. It is the midpoint of the day, so even if it is not going so well, there is always an opportunity for things to get better. As a viewer, you can also take this opportunity to assess your day and see if you can make a difference. You still have at least 8 hours before it’s time for bed!! I am trying to raise awareness about mental health issues by starting a conversation about it. There is no shame in admitting that you need help sometimes.

This episode is also available as a blog post: http://sociallyminded.org/2022/05/04/the-2pm-check-up-04-05/

My thoughts have been lost in a whirl of subjective objectivity today and at 2pm it is definitely time for a time-out and a reset to get on with the second half of the day.

Here is today’s 2pm check up, where I will be recording and sharing a video at approximately 2pm each day to see where I am at both mentally and physically. It is the midpoint of the day, so even if it is not going so well, there is always an opportunity for things to get better. As a viewer, you can also take this opportunity to assess your day and see if you can make a difference. You still have at least 8 hours before it’s time for bed!! I am trying to raise awareness about mental health issues by starting a conversation about it. There is no shame in admitting that you need help sometimes.

This episode is also available as a blog post: http://sociallyminded.org/2022/05/03/the-2pm-check-up-03-05/

Today’s 2pm Check up is a little early today because I have to renew my passport at 2pm and appointments like this have a tendency to cause unnecessary anxiety and extremely circular thoughts. I’m sure everything will be fine!!!

Here is today’s 2pm check up, where I will be recording and sharing a video at approximately 2pm each day to see where I am at both mentally and physically. It is the midpoint of the day, so even if it is not going so well, there is always an opportunity for things to get better. As a viewer, you can also take this opportunity to assess your day and see if you can make a difference. You still have at least 8 hours before it’s time for bed!! I am trying to raise awareness about mental health issues by starting a conversation about it. There is no shame in admitting that you need help sometimes.

This episode is also available as a blog post: http://sociallyminded.org/2022/05/02/the-2pm-check-up-01-05-2/

Today’s 2pm Check up wraps up the camp.in Heidelberg and trying to counteract the inevitable low after such a high energy weekend.

Here is today’s 2pm check up, where I will be recording and sharing a video at approximately 2pm each day to see where I am at both mentally and physically. It is the midpoint of the day, so even if it is not going so well, there is always an opportunity for things to get better. As a viewer, you can also take this opportunity to assess your day and see if you can make a difference. You still have at least 8 hours before it’s time for bed!! I am trying to raise awareness about mental health issues by starting a conversation about it. There is no shame in admitting that you need help sometimes.

This episode is also available as a blog post: http://sociallyminded.org/2022/05/01/the-2pm-check-up-01-05/

Today’s 2pm Check up comes to you from wet and windy Heidelberg!

Here is today’s 2pm check up, where I will be recording and sharing a video at approximately 2pm each day to see where I am at both mentally and physically. It is the midpoint of the day, so even if it is not going so well, there is always an opportunity for things to get better. As a viewer, you can also take this opportunity to assess your day and see if you can make a difference. You still have at least 8 hours before it’s time for bed!! I am trying to raise awareness about mental health issues by starting a conversation about it. There is no shame in admitting that you need help sometimes.

This episode is also available as a blog post: http://sociallyminded.org/2022/04/30/the-2pm-check-up-30-04/

Exploring the novel idea of telling people how you are actually feeling, when people ask you how you are!!

Here is today's 2pm check up, where I will be recording and sharing a video at approximately 2pm each day to see where I am at both mentally and physically. It is the midpoint of the day, so even if it is not going so well, there is always an opportunity for things to get better. As a viewer, you can also take this opportunity to assess your day and see if you can make a difference. You still have at least 8 hours before it's time for bed!! I am trying to raise awareness about mental health issues by starting a conversation about it. There is no shame in admitting that you need help sometimes.

This episode is also available as a blog post: http://sociallyminded.org/2022/04/29/the-2pm-check-up-29-04/

Here is today's 2pm check up, where I will be recording and sharing a video at approximately 2pm each day to see where I am at both mentally and physically. It is the midpoint of the day, so even if it is not going so well, there is always an opportunity for things to get better. As a viewer, you can also take this opportunity to assess your day and see if you can make a difference. You still have at least 8 hours before it's time for bed!! I am trying to raise awareness about mental health issues by starting a conversation about it. There is no shame in admitting that you need help sometimes.

This episode is also available as a blog post: http://sociallyminded.org/2022/04/28/the-2pm-check-up-28-04/

Here is today's 2pm check up, where I will be recording and sharing a video at approximately 2pm each day to see where I am at both mentally and physically. It is the midpoint of the day, so even if it is not going so well, there is always an opportunity for things to get better. As a viewer, you can also take this opportunity to assess your day and see if you can make a difference. You still have at least 8 hours before it's time for bed!! I am trying to raise awareness about mental health issues by starting a conversation about it. There is no shame in admitting that you need help sometimes.

This episode is also available as a blog post: http://sociallyminded.org/2022/04/27/the-2pm-check-up-27-04/

Today’s 2pm Check up comes from the Contemporary Debates on Colours class at Humboldt University!

This episode is also available as a blog post: http://sociallyminded.org/2022/04/26/the-2pm-check-up-26-04/

Today's 2pm Check up comes to you from my break at work, and the day is turning out about as well as expected!

This episode is also available as a blog post: http://sociallyminded.org/2022/04/25/the-2pm-check-up-25-04/

In today's 2pm Check up, I talk about the reasons for my sobriety and the fact that after all these years I have finally found my place in this world. 

This episode is also available as a blog post: http://sociallyminded.org/2022/04/24/the-2pm-check-up-24-04/

Here is today’s 2pm Check up. Today was my coaching debut and it could not have gone any better. I am so proud of the team – they stuck to the plan and we came out on top in the end!! 💚💛

This episode is also available as a blog post: http://sociallyminded.org/2022/04/23/the-2pm-check-up-23-04/

Here is today's 2pm Check up. Having been making these videos for the past week, I have started to see a pattern with my intrusive and negative thoughts and ruminations. It just shows how being more mindful and aware of your mental health can really make a difference!!

This episode is also available as a blog post: http://sociallyminded.org/2022/04/22/the-2pm-check-up-22-04/

Here is my 2pm Check-up for today. I had my first day back at university in person and I got to have lunch with my two favourite philosophers!!!

This episode is also available as a blog post: http://sociallyminded.org/2022/04/21/the-2pm-check-up-21-04/

20.04.22: Today's 2pm Check up is a little earlier due to my work schedule. The main goal for today is to practice mindfulness at work and do my best not to ruminate on the negatives.

This episode is also available as a blog post: http://sociallyminded.org/2022/04/20/the-2pm-check-up-20-04/

First day back at university and the responsibility of being a good coach! The first half of my day has been a struggle, but I still have 8 hours to get going and have an impact 🙂  

Here is the 2pm check up, where I will be recording and sharing a video at approximately 2pm each day to see where I am at both mentally and physically. It is the midpoint of the day, so even if it is not going so well, there is always an opportunity for things to get better. As a viewer, you can also take this opportunity to assess your day and see if you can make a difference. You still have at least 8 hours before it's time for bed!! I am trying to raise awareness about mental health issues by starting a conversation about it. There is no shame in admitting that you need help sometimes.

This episode is also available as a blog post: http://sociallyminded.org/2022/04/19/the-2pm-check-up-19-04/

Here is my first 2pm check up, where I will be recording and sharing a video at approximately 2pm each day to see where I am at both mentally and physically. It is the midpoint of the day, so even if it is not going so well, there is always an opportunity for things to get better. I am trying to raise awareness about mental health issues by starting a conversation about it. There is no shame in admitting that you need help sometimes.

This episode is also available as a blog post: http://sociallyminded.org/2022/04/18/the-2pm-check-up/

In this episode I introduce my new project Socially Minded, where we will be starting the conversation about mental health. The brain has 86 billion neurons, continually making and breaking connections - therefore, no two brains are the same - so why do mental health professionals attempt to categorise and model mental illness, instead of embracing neurodiversity and treating the individual? The time has come for change!!!

This episode is also available as a blog post: http://sociallyminded.org/2022/04/14/socially-minded/