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In this final episode for 2023 we are sharing our Best & Worst for the year that was, and also three things we would recommend (Christy may have snuck in five - LOL!). This conversation is filled with books, podcasts and magical potions (if local honey counts) to help you smash the rest of 2023 out of the park and welcome in 2024 with open arms!
We also share what we can’t wait to do over the Christmas break and take this opportunity to thank each and every one of you for listening to Spreading the Good Stuff podcast this year.
Thank you as always for listening and to access all the show notes for this and all other episodes, pop on over to The Splendid Word website here.
Christy, Katrina and Leonie
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In this episode we discuss how to best prep for the Silly Season ahead, which is coming at us fast!
We each share how we approach this time of year, when things get hectic, and what we try do to remain calm and present - most of the time!
Thank you as always for listening and to access all the show notes for this and all other episodes, pop on over to The Splendid Word website here.
Christy, Katrina and Leonie
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In this powerful episode we discuss what resilience means to us, starting with a broad definition thanks to the incomparable Brene Brown and unpack how we harness it for ourselves, our families and the wider community.
We open our minds to what resilience is and Leonie opens her heart in the most extraordinary way to share her resilience and grief journey. We thank her for her honesty and for letting her guard down to help others who might be feeling trapped in their grief or emotion. Bravo Lee and thank you for spreading the good stuff - even when it's hard!
Thank you as always for listening and to access all the show notes for this and all other episodes, pop on over to The Splendid Word website here.
Christy, Katrina and Leonie
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In this episode we are back after a delightful month off to chat about everything from alone time, social media detoxing and the perils of peri-menopause.
Christy chats about her 'alone' retreat, Leonie discusses the benefits and challenges of a longterm break from all social media and Katrina shares experiences of 'change', growth and unravelling through significant chapters in her life, including peri-menopause. We discuss hormone support and how important to get a second opinion on what you are experiencing and to seek out a women's health specialist, which is not always easy. We only briefly touch on this as it's a subject we plan to dedicate a whole episode to in the coming months - can't wait for this!
Thanks again for joining us on Spreading the Good Stuff.
For all show notes for this and all our other episodes pop on over to our podcast page at The Splendid Word.
Christy, Katrina and Leonie
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Important note: in this chat we discuss peri-menopause and what we share about our own personal experiences is in no way to be seen as expert medical advise or criticism.
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In episode 73 we briefly recap our last episode, where discussed chasing your dreams and we share the importance of support and the perils of not having it. Are you good at asking for help in your daily life? And, do you feel like a burden if you're receiving help from family or friends. We were reminded by the lovely saying, thanks to Katrina, that 'you can only give as much as you are prepared to receive' - food for thought!
We also discuss the art of saying saying no to things, which is another area of challenge for many. It's a tricky situation for many when we feel obligated to do the things we need to do for family, children, community, etc, and one worth unpacking.
Thanks again for joining us on Spreading the Good Stuff.
For all show notes for this and all our other episodes pop on over to our podcast page at The Splendid Word.
Christy, Katrina and Leonie
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We're back spreading the good stuff with a conversation about 'chasing your dreams' and of course, we can't not talk about the amazing Matildas!
Right off the bat, it was hard to contain how totally pumped we were, along with the rest of the country, about the incredible journey that our national women's soccer team has been on during the FIFA Womens World Cup. We recorded this episode the morning after our heartbreaking loss to England (who were unfortunately the better team on the night) and it was great to reflect on the far-reaching impact the Matilda's journey has had, and will continue to have, into the future. Who said you can't commercialise women's sport?
This conversation also covers a lovely listener request - thank you to Jamie - about how to chase your dreams while caring for little people. We each share how we managed (and continue to manage) to keep our dreams alive while in the trenches with young children or tending to teenagers. Being kind to yourself, not comparing yourself to others, being patient and staying focussed on not letting go of your dreams by just doing little things along the way, were all tips we shared.
Thanks again for joining us on Spreading the Good Stuff.
For all show notes for this and all our other episodes pop on over to our podcast page at The Splendid Word.
Christy, Katrina and Leonie
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In this episode of Spreading the Good Stuff we talk about social media. What we love, what we hate, and about the very slim chance that one day it might just all disappear! We share the benefits and the pitfalls and how we 'try' and keep a handle on how much we let it creep in and take over our lives.
We talk about the new kid on the block Threads, the loveliness of Substack and Instagram and the importance of email. Do we really need more platforms? Since we recorded this episode, Twitter has evolved into X, which many believe will only hasten its demise. Recent headlines have claimed that social media is dead or slowing dying, but why is everyone still on it and using it for all forms of communication, including important life announcements.
Thanks again for joining us on Spreading the Good Stuff.
For all show notes for this and all our other episodes pop on over to our podcast page at The Splendid Word.
Christy, Katrina and Leonie
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We're back in your ears after a mini break and chatting about the invisible mental load we carry and if it exists for men also. In this episode we discuss how men and women share (or don't share) their struggles and encourage us all to show greater empathy and support each other, as being human is really hard sometimes. We also talk about the controversial card system used by some families to allocate jobs around the home, and catch up on some travel tales from Christy and Leonie and hear all about Katrina's farm based AirBNB Lost and Found.
Thanks again for joining us on Spreading the Good Stuff. For all show notes for this and all our other episodes pop on over to our podcast page at The Splendid Word.
Christy, Katrina and Leonie
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In our 69th episode we ask if women are ignored by society once they turn 50? It's an issue that keeps popping up and has us asking all sorts of questions about what's expected of us, should be get botox, cover our grey hair or if we are still as relevant as we age?
It's a curious topic and one worth exploring for all women and touches on comfort zones, playing small and how we could all do better to embrace ourselves - as individuals and as a society - as we age.
Thanks again for joining us on Spreading the Good Stuff, and for all show notes pop on over to our podcast page at The Splendid Word.
Christy, Katrina and Leonie
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Note: Apologies again for another f-bomb in this chat.
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In this episode we talk about the Sandwich Generation and also the problems with getting angry when we don’t agree with others.
It’s an interesting conversation and one that brings up a general theme of being kind to yourself and others as we navigate the different seasons in our life. We dive deep into the the challenge of how to best respond if and when we don’t agree with others, especially loved ones and online!
As always, we share what we're loving this fortnight.
Thanks again for listening to our podcast and for helping us to spread the good stuff.
For all the show notes from this episode, and all the others, jump on over to The Splendid Word podcast page here and chat to you soon,
Thanks again for listening,
Christy, Leonie and Katrina
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Note: there are few f-bombs in this chat
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In our 67th episode we talk all things comfort zone related, as well as why we think the 'fun' might have disappeared from kids sport.
Following Katrina's cameo appearance for her local netball team, she realised that many participants, including children, just weren't having fun anymore.
We discuss why, possible reason's for our overly-competitive society and how many parents could perhaps care a little less when it comes to their children's sport.
This is a juicy topic and one that has popped up in the media recently with current AFLW coach and St Kilda legend Nathan Burke publishing a guide for parents navigating community sporting fields. Find the book here and please share your feedback on this hot topic. Do we have to win to have fun!
For all the show notes on this episode visit The Splendid Word here.
Thanks again for listening,
Christy, Leonie and Katrina
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In our 66th episode, we talk about the challenge of finding balance. What does it look like, or does it even exist!
In this insightful chat, we talk about recalibration, as opposed to the never-ending search to find 'balance' and we share lots of good stuff about how to check in and make time in a busy life to take care of the little things that, in the long run, take care of the bigger things!
We also talk about how courage and bravery is what is needed now, for us all to open up when we feel out of balance and have some big, important conversations with work colleagues, friends and loved ones.
Find all the show notes and what we're loving for this episode over at The Splendid Word website here.
Thanks again for listening,
Love Christy, Katrina and Leonie xxx
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In this conversation we talk about friendships and what happens when they shift, for whatever reason.
Specifically female friendships, the importance of them and what to do when they sometimes breakdown. How to nurture them in the different seasons of life and how best to look after each other and ourselves through the journey of friendship. Leonie talks about a friendship model from her mother, while Katrina shares a friendship that broke down and the emotions involved, and Christy shares a helpful meditation to support a challenging relationship.
This is a conversation that doesn't happen enough and there are no easy answers to a challenging friendship, however we are so glad to be able to share the highs and lows with each other and of course you, our audience.
Find all the show notes and what we're loving for this episode over at The Splendid Word website here.
Thanks again for listening,
Love Christy, Katrina and Leonie xxx
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In this episode we tackle the subject of cultural change and how to approach it.
We take a deep dive into the the issue of volunteer roles for women, and how even in today's much more progressive society, they can still be highly gendered.
Does it matter? Why should we care? And how can we make change for the better?
We also talk about all the things we are loving, including podcasts, Small Hall Festivals, the fabulous autumn weather (which only two out of three of us are loving) making sauce and relish with the neighbours and how Katrina is all fired about making a difference in the farming community - stay tuned for big things in this space!
This is a big, juicy and heart-filled episode and we hope you enjoy it!
Find all the show notes for our episodes over at The Splendid Word website here. Thanks for listening,
Love Christy, Katrina and Leonie xxx
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In this episode - Dealing with Criticism - we unpack the challenges around freedom of speech and hate speech, and how it has shown up in the wider community and locally for our Spreading the Good Stuff team.
We share our thoughts on how to deal with criticism, including some excellent words and sage advice from some of our favourite podcasters, and we also share what we're loving - from autumn gardening, to our favourite TV shows and the genuine love and support from community.
Find all the show notes for our episodes over at The Splendid Word website here.Thanks for listening,
Love Christy, Katrina and Leoniexxx
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In episode 62 of Spreading the Good Stuff we discuss the success and challenges of International Women’s Day (IWD), which was held in early March, and chew through what it means and what it should represent. It’s an interesting conversation, that has parallels with other struggles for equality and equity.Katrina shares details from a local IWD she hosted and loved peeling back the layers to find out what is really happening behind the scenes (and the Instagram posts) of the women we admire.Leonie took comfort in this insight and shares her feelings about overwhelm, creating the all-important wriggle room we need in our lives, and asking for help.Christy talks about her frustrations with real equality for women, how she is feeling sore, but good, after almost four weeks of her Yoga Teacher Training and is hoping for a bath at some stage this week!We want to thank all our lovely listeners for tuning in, and there’s a special shout-out by Lee in this chat to one of our male listeners who recently shared some very special feedback.
Find all the show notes for our episodes over at The Splendid Word website here.Thanks for listening,
Love Christy, Katrina and Leoniexxx
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In today's chat we get real, raw and vulnerable about life by asking each other a series of big-hearted questions: Where are you at right now and how are you feeling? What’s feeling good? What’s feeling challenging for you? What do you need right now? What are you loving?This makes for some great podcast fodder and we chat all things silent retreats, juggling work and family life, productivity and wellbeing hacks, yoga and empty nesting. There are also some gems to catch around podcasts and books that we are loving.Thanks again for joining us here on Spreading the Good Stuff. You'll find all the show notes for this episode over at The Splendid Word website here, and you can also follow us on Facebook and Instagram.Thanks for listening,Christy, Katrina and Leoniexxx
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In this 60th Episode we are finally back around the microphone together after a 2 year break, and we are so excited to be here!Firstly, please forgive us for the sound quality in this episode. We are clearly a little rusty, but have full faith it will be much better for Episode #61.So much has changed in two years, thanks to an international pandemic, and we have a lot to talk about.During this conversation we talk about what we have been up to since we last chatted, including an epic overseas adventure for Katrina and her family of six, kids growing up and leaving school and home... and tackling a business all on your own without losing your mind and your patience in the process!We all love 'spreading the good stuff' and can't wait to be back in your ears on a more regular basis.You'll find all the show notes for this episode over at The Splendid Word website here and you can also follow us on Facebook and Instagram.Thanks for listening,Christy, Katrina and Leoniexxx
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We made it! Our final episode for this crazy, crazy year!
Thank you to each and every one of our cherished listeners for your support in 2020, and for helping us to spread the good stuff out there in our rural and regional communities. Your feedback and encouragement along the way means the world to us.
This final episode is a conversation about the year that has been - a chance for acknowledgment, reflection and self-compassion. We also share how we're setting ourselves up for the Christmas rush, including self-care tips to see us through the festive season and to help us bring the joy at this special time of year. And because we know that Christmas can put extra strain on relationships and be a time of great challenge for some, we also talk at length about ways that we can protect our energy, own our behaviour and show up as the best possible version of ourselves, despite the actions of others around us.
Thanks again guys - have a wonderful Christmas! Chat with you next year! -
This episode is a conversation about gathering. What drives us to come together, why it matters, and how we can bring more intention and meaning into our connections as we head into the festive season. During this year of global pandemic, the currency of 'coming together' has gone up. If anything, covid has taught us not to take gathering for granted. It has also reminded us that it doesn't really matter how we come together, and how much effort we put into creating the perfect setting, the best way to create meaning in our gatherings is through the way that we show up - with a curious heart, a generosity of spirit and a willingness to shape deep and meaningful conversation with those around us.
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