Be Light, Shine Bright Fri, 14 Aug 2026 12:27:02 +1000 http://www.maramacounselling.com en-au © 2026 Be Light, Shine Bright yes Support this Podcast 80ddd24b-dfc8-5e96-b9b5-d40883c2d986 Pokarlla episodic false Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) mental health, counselling, psychology, health Pokarlla https://storage.buzzsprout.com/1dla9fci6p5asmvl4hdj7ohb7s40?.jpg Be Light, Shine Bright http://www.maramacounselling.com Slowing Down & Freeing the Mind Slowing Down & Freeing the Mind Have you ever noticed how all of your good ideas hit you when you're doing nothing? This episode looks at rest, and why it is important to slow down. It discusses the importance of giving yourself permission to rest and it looks at reframing rest, from "wasted time" to important time for "system maintenance".

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]]> Pokarlla Kiara Buzzsprout-19583783 Fri, 14 Aug 2026 12:00:00 +1000 1041 6 3 full false Start With Yourself Start With Yourself This podcast looks at the quote "If you want to change the world, start with yourself" by Mahatma Ghandi. 

It discusses aspects of this quote like, only being able to control yourself, being the change you'd like to see, helping others, how being kind to yourself helps you to be kind to others and how doing this also inspires others. 

In the episode I also mentioned the following:

A useful resource called a Feel Good List: https://www.maramacounselling.com/_files/ugd/5a3409_2735b00d8b5b4a99a42c170bbacfa630.pdfhttps://www.maramacounselling.com/_files/ugd/5a3409_85f135e87d5b458f9f83d9096fbb4467.pdf

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]]> This podcast looks at the quote "If you want to change the world, start with yourself" by Mahatma Ghandi. 

It discusses aspects of this quote like, only being able to control yourself, being the change you'd like to see, helping others, how being kind to yourself helps you to be kind to others and how doing this also inspires others. 

In the episode I also mentioned the following:

A useful resource called a Feel Good List: https://www.maramacounselling.com/_files/ugd/5a3409_2735b00d8b5b4a99a42c170bbacfa630.pdfhttps://www.maramacounselling.com/_files/ugd/5a3409_85f135e87d5b458f9f83d9096fbb4467.pdf

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]]> Pokarlla Kiara Buzzsprout-19583507 Sat, 01 Aug 2026 15:00:00 +1000 966 6 2 full false Stop Watering Dead Gardens Stop Watering Dead Gardens This podcast looks at the quote "I no longer water dead gardens, I give my energy to places where I can bloom". What are dead gardens? How can we identify if something is using or draining our energy? How can we let go and shift our energy? We talk about strategies or mindsets that can help with this shift. What does nurturing new places look like?

In the episode I mentioned the following:

TRTP:https://www.maramacounselling.com/general-8

A useful resource to identify Personal Values: https://www.maramacounselling.com/_files/ugd/5a3409_2735b00d8b5b4a99a42c170bbacfa630.pdf

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]]> This podcast looks at the quote "I no longer water dead gardens, I give my energy to places where I can bloom". What are dead gardens? How can we identify if something is using or draining our energy? How can we let go and shift our energy? We talk about strategies or mindsets that can help with this shift. What does nurturing new places look like?

In the episode I mentioned the following:

TRTP:https://www.maramacounselling.com/general-8

A useful resource to identify Personal Values: https://www.maramacounselling.com/_files/ugd/5a3409_2735b00d8b5b4a99a42c170bbacfa630.pdf

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]]> Pokarlla Buzzsprout-18523041 Sat, 17 Jan 2026 19:00:00 +1000 1486 6 1 full false A Therapist to Therapist Chat with Developmental Educator Kelly Wiseman A Therapist to Therapist Chat with Developmental Educator Kelly Wiseman In this episode Pokarlla chats with special guest and fellow therapist Kelly Wiseman; a Developmental Educator (DE) from Autistic Gem. What is a DE? Who would benefit from seeing one? How does learning about our (and/or our children’s) diagnosis aid us in directing supports? How can our strengths and interests contribute to a feeling of equilibrium. 

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]]> In this episode Pokarlla chats with special guest and fellow therapist Kelly Wiseman; a Developmental Educator (DE) from Autistic Gem. What is a DE? Who would benefit from seeing one? How does learning about our (and/or our children’s) diagnosis aid us in directing supports? How can our strengths and interests contribute to a feeling of equilibrium. 

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]]> Pokarlla Kiara and Kelly Wiseman Buzzsprout-14728582 Wed, 20 Mar 2024 19:00:00 +1000 1599 5 2 full false What's In Store for 2024 What's In Store for 2024 Pokarlla discusses upcoming events and offerings from Marama Counselling, Kiara Knowledge and the Be Light, Shine Bright Podcast.

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]]> Pokarlla discusses upcoming events and offerings from Marama Counselling, Kiara Knowledge and the Be Light, Shine Bright Podcast.

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]]> Pokarlla Kiara Buzzsprout-14523350 Sun, 18 Feb 2024 14:00:00 +1000 921 5 1 full false Kiara Knowledge Kiara Knowledge Pokarlla and Jarni (founders of Marama Counselling and Flourish By Nature) talk about the formation of their collaboration: Kiara Knowledge - the integration of knowledge passed from mother to daughter. Listen to hear about our new offering.

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]]> Pokarlla and Jarni (founders of Marama Counselling and Flourish By Nature) talk about the formation of their collaboration: Kiara Knowledge - the integration of knowledge passed from mother to daughter. Listen to hear about our new offering.

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]]> Pokarlla Kiara and Jarni Kiara Buzzsprout-13097868 Sat, 24 Jun 2023 15:00:00 +1000 934 4 11 full false Alignment & Flow Alignment & Flow In this episode Pokarlla discusses the concepts of Alignment and Flow. What is alignment? What is flow? How can we tell if we are in or out of alignment? What are some things that help you to get into or stay in alignment?

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]]> In this episode Pokarlla discusses the concepts of Alignment and Flow. What is alignment? What is flow? How can we tell if we are in or out of alignment? What are some things that help you to get into or stay in alignment?

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]]> Pokarlla Kiara Buzzsprout-13016100 Sun, 11 Jun 2023 15:00:00 +1000 1231 4 10 full false Entertainment I Enjoy: This Is Us Entertainment I Enjoy: This Is Us In this episode, Pokarlla discusses why she enjoyed recently watching the television show "This Is Us". She talks about things learned from the how, topics and subject matter it covers. Please note that this episode is Pokarlla's opinion and view only and is open to discussion and interpretation. 

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]]> In this episode, Pokarlla discusses why she enjoyed recently watching the television show "This Is Us". She talks about things learned from the how, topics and subject matter it covers. Please note that this episode is Pokarlla's opinion and view only and is open to discussion and interpretation. 

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]]> Buzzsprout-12704572 Sun, 23 Apr 2023 21:00:00 +1000 1144 4 9 full false Stop Lighting Yourself on Fire Stop Lighting Yourself on Fire This episode talks about not setting yourself on fire to keep other people warm. It discusses boundaries, being kind to yourself, recognising "safe people", rest and balancing out negative interactions with positive ones.

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]]> This episode talks about not setting yourself on fire to keep other people warm. It discusses boundaries, being kind to yourself, recognising "safe people", rest and balancing out negative interactions with positive ones.

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]]> Pokarlla Kiara Buzzsprout-12475580 Mon, 20 Mar 2023 23:00:00 +1000 1344 mental health, boundaries, self-respect, loving the self, self care, protection, safe people 4 8 full false Don't Let Others Define Your Worth Don't Let Others Define Your Worth In this episode Pokarlla discusses self-worth. We choose how we show up. We choose how our energy is put out to the world. Other peoples' thoughts and opinions about us do not matter. Only what we think about ourselves matters. Don't take anything personally. Your worth comes from you.

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]]> In this episode Pokarlla discusses self-worth. We choose how we show up. We choose how our energy is put out to the world. Other peoples' thoughts and opinions about us do not matter. Only what we think about ourselves matters. Don't take anything personally. Your worth comes from you.

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]]> Pokarlla Kiara Buzzsprout-12278312 Sat, 18 Feb 2023 21:00:00 +1000 1032 mental health, self-worth, authenticity, energy, showing up 4 7 full false Celebrating Your Wins Celebrating Your Wins In this episode Pokarlla discusses the importance of celebrating your personal wins, and giving yourself the recognition that you deserve. She discusses how celebrating your wins can impact you in a positive way. Pokarlla talks about sharing your success and celebrating your wins with safe people, and how you can learn from your mistakes.

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]]> In this episode Pokarlla discusses the importance of celebrating your personal wins, and giving yourself the recognition that you deserve. She discusses how celebrating your wins can impact you in a positive way. Pokarlla talks about sharing your success and celebrating your wins with safe people, and how you can learn from your mistakes.

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]]> Pokarlla Kiara Buzzsprout-12230147 Sat, 11 Feb 2023 23:00:00 +1000 1111 mental health, celebration of self, wins, self-respect, loving the self, self care, protection 4 6 full false Having the Courage to Choose Yourself Having the Courage to Choose Yourself In this episode Pokarlla speaks about having the courage to choose yourself, and why this is important. Pokarlla talks about how this may encompass: setting boundaries, teaching others how to treat you, protecting your space and vibrating higher.

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]]> In this episode Pokarlla speaks about having the courage to choose yourself, and why this is important. Pokarlla talks about how this may encompass: setting boundaries, teaching others how to treat you, protecting your space and vibrating higher.

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]]> Pokarlla Kiara Buzzsprout-12175996 Fri, 03 Feb 2023 23:00:00 +1000 899 mental health, boundaries, self-respect, loving the self, self care, protection 4 5 full false Managing Your Low Battery Managing Your Low Battery In this episode Pokarlla speaks about how you can manage your "low battery". She talks about how to recognise when you are running on low or empty, and discusses some things that you can do to recharge.

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]]> In this episode Pokarlla speaks about how you can manage your "low battery". She talks about how to recognise when you are running on low or empty, and discusses some things that you can do to recharge.

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]]> Pokarlla Kiara Buzzsprout-12122619 Thu, 26 Jan 2023 19:00:00 +1000 942 mental health, low battery, burnout, tiredness, refreshing, recharging 4 4 full false Getting Clear on Your Personal Values Getting Clear on Your Personal Values What are values? How can they help me to live a life that feels in alignment with my personal happiness and satisfaction? How can I prioritise my values?

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]]> What are values? How can they help me to live a life that feels in alignment with my personal happiness and satisfaction? How can I prioritise my values?

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]]> Pokarlla Kiara Buzzsprout-12044641 Wed, 18 Jan 2023 12:00:00 +1000 851 Values, Personal Values, Alignment, Happiness 4 3 full false Confabulation Confabulation This episode discusses confabulation. What is confabulation? How is it different to lying?  What can it be associated with? What are some things that can help with confabulation?

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]]> Pokarlla Kiara Buzzsprout-11970325 Thu, 12 Jan 2023 23:00:00 +1000 973 confabulation, honest lying, memory 4 2 full false New Year, New Me New Year, New Me With the new year can come new wishes for ourselves. This episode looks at embracing change, setting goals, making resolutions and acknowledging personal growth.

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]]> With the new year can come new wishes for ourselves. This episode looks at embracing change, setting goals, making resolutions and acknowledging personal growth.

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]]> Pokarlla Kiara Buzzsprout-11969689 Tue, 03 Jan 2023 22:00:00 +1000 1062 4 1 full false Your Feel Good List Your Feel Good List This podcast episode talks about developing a Feel Good List; a list of things that make you feel good. It talks about breaking down your list into categories, and why having such a list may be beneficial. You can find a printable pdf template for a Feel Good List here: https://www.maramacounselling.com/helpful-documents

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]]> This podcast episode talks about developing a Feel Good List; a list of things that make you feel good. It talks about breaking down your list into categories, and why having such a list may be beneficial. You can find a printable pdf template for a Feel Good List here: https://www.maramacounselling.com/helpful-documents

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]]> Buzzsprout-11379000 Sun, 25 Sep 2022 15:00:00 +1000 637 3 13 full false The Five Basic Love Languages The Five Basic Love Languages In this podcast episode Pokarlla talks about the importance of knowing how you like to give and receive love; and how knowing about the five basic love languages (coined by Dr Gary Chapman in his 1992 book) can help you to better express love towards yourself and the loved ones in your life. The love languages that Pokarlla talks about in this episode are: Acts of Service, Physical Touch, Gifts, Quality Time and Words of Affirmation. 

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]]> In this podcast episode Pokarlla talks about the importance of knowing how you like to give and receive love; and how knowing about the five basic love languages (coined by Dr Gary Chapman in his 1992 book) can help you to better express love towards yourself and the loved ones in your life. The love languages that Pokarlla talks about in this episode are: Acts of Service, Physical Touch, Gifts, Quality Time and Words of Affirmation. 

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]]> Buzzsprout-11275580 Wed, 07 Sep 2022 19:00:00 +1000 1328 3 12 full false Why Smile? Why Smile? In this episode Pokarlla discusses the benefits of smiling for our mental health and wellbeing.  Suggestions for activities to help increase the likelihood of smiling are spoken about and Pokarlla addresses some of the reasons why you may find it hard to smile.

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]]> In this episode Pokarlla discusses the benefits of smiling for our mental health and wellbeing.  Suggestions for activities to help increase the likelihood of smiling are spoken about and Pokarlla addresses some of the reasons why you may find it hard to smile.

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]]> Buzzsprout-11187389 Tue, 23 Aug 2022 18:00:00 +1000 1315 3 11 full false Slow Deep Breaths Slow Deep Breaths This episode looks at slow, deep breaths (diaphragmatic breathing) and how it can aid in relaxation. It talks about the Vagus Nerve and the role it plays in the Parasympathetic Nervous System. Pokarlla walks you through a 5 Breath Exercise.

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]]> This episode looks at slow, deep breaths (diaphragmatic breathing) and how it can aid in relaxation. It talks about the Vagus Nerve and the role it plays in the Parasympathetic Nervous System. Pokarlla walks you through a 5 Breath Exercise.

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]]> Buzzsprout-11010322 Sat, 23 Jul 2022 11:00:00 +1000 1157 3 10 full false Holding Space For Yourself Holding Space For Yourself This episode looks at some things that may help you to find it easier to hold space for yourself.

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]]> This episode looks at some things that may help you to find it easier to hold space for yourself.

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]]> Buzzsprout-10731321 Fri, 03 Jun 2022 23:00:00 +1000 989 3 9 full false Conceptualizing Self-Harm Conceptualizing Self-Harm What are the different way in which we harm ourselves? Self-harm can encompass physical and emotional components. It may involve things like addiction, or living with low self worth or love. We may not be living intentionally or in accordance with our own values and morals. We may also be used to putting others and the needs of others first.

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]]> What are the different way in which we harm ourselves? Self-harm can encompass physical and emotional components. It may involve things like addiction, or living with low self worth or love. We may not be living intentionally or in accordance with our own values and morals. We may also be used to putting others and the needs of others first.

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]]> Buzzsprout-10562882 Thu, 05 May 2022 16:00:00 +1000 1263 3 8 full false Conceptualizing Self-Care Conceptualizing Self-Care This episode looks at the different ways we can approach self-care, particularly embracing or embodying the following categories: emotional, physical, social, intellectual, spiritual and sensory.

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]]> Buzzsprout-10463933 Tue, 19 Apr 2022 19:00:00 +1000 1239 3 7 full false Me Time Me Time What is "Me Time"?  What might it look like? What feels good to you?
What can "Me Time" help with? It sounds a little scary, how can I ease myself into it? How can I prioritise myself?

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What can "Me Time" help with? It sounds a little scary, how can I ease myself into it? How can I prioritise myself?

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]]> Buzzsprout-10401665 Fri, 08 Apr 2022 19:00:00 +1000 1061 3 6 full false Baby Steps Baby Steps In this episode Pokarlla talks about "baby steps" and what is meant by that term. It looks at approaching periods of adjustment or transition by taking smaller steps or making slower progress. 

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]]> In this episode Pokarlla talks about "baby steps" and what is meant by that term. It looks at approaching periods of adjustment or transition by taking smaller steps or making slower progress. 

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]]> Buzzsprout-10266214 Thu, 17 Mar 2022 15:00:00 +1000 1030 3 5 full false Self Talk Self Talk In this episode, Pokarlla discusses the way in which we speak to ourselves. How can we begin to change negative self talk to positive self talk?

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]]> Buzzsprout-10104142 Sat, 19 Feb 2022 17:00:00 +1000 1018 3 4 full false Transitions and Growth Transitions and Growth In this episode Pokarlla looks at periods of transition and how they can lead to growth. We examine the notion of "comfort zones", pushing through, dissolving blocks, being ok with unknown elements, goal setting and purpose and creating safety.

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]]> In this episode Pokarlla looks at periods of transition and how they can lead to growth. We examine the notion of "comfort zones", pushing through, dissolving blocks, being ok with unknown elements, goal setting and purpose and creating safety.

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]]> Buzzsprout-10019854 Sun, 06 Feb 2022 21:00:00 +1000 1227 3 3 full false Adjustment and Readjustment Adjustment and Readjustment This episode explores some tools and ways of thinking that may help you to adjust and readjust.

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]]> Buzzsprout-9866793 Tue, 11 Jan 2022 23:00:00 +1000 1243 3 2 full false Intention and Goal Setting Intention and Goal Setting Welcome to 2022! With the new year, comes the new year resolutions. Pokarlla talks about some of the different ways you can hone your goal setting process. 

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]]> Welcome to 2022! With the new year, comes the new year resolutions. Pokarlla talks about some of the different ways you can hone your goal setting process. 

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]]> Buzzsprout-9814737 Sat, 01 Jan 2022 22:00:00 +1000 1425 3 1 full true The Holiday Period The Holiday Period In this episode Pokarlla talks about some of the reasons why this time of year can be stressful. She discusses some things to keep in mind that may help.

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]]> Buzzsprout-9710339 Mon, 13 Dec 2021 19:00:00 +1000 859 2 36 full false Revenge vs Pettiness Revenge vs Pettiness A podcast episode exploring the definition and connotations of words like revenge and pettiness. Do we conceptualise emotions and words the same way as others do?

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]]> Buzzsprout-9655951 Fri, 03 Dec 2021 21:00:00 +1000 867 2 35 full false Love Love What is love? Are there different kinds of love? Why is love important?

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]]> Pokarlla Buzzsprout-9563735 Fri, 26 Nov 2021 12:00:00 +1000 1179 2 34 full false Honesty Honesty This episode explores honesty. What does it mean to be honest? Why is honesty important? How does honesty relate to accountability and authenticity? How can honesty help our relationships and interactions with other individuals? How can we be honest when it might feel hard (or scary)? How does honesty foster feelings of trust and safety? 

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]]> This episode explores honesty. What does it mean to be honest? Why is honesty important? How does honesty relate to accountability and authenticity? How can honesty help our relationships and interactions with other individuals? How can we be honest when it might feel hard (or scary)? How does honesty foster feelings of trust and safety? 

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]]> Pokarlla Buzzsprout-9517061 Fri, 19 Nov 2021 12:00:00 +1000 1104 2 33 full false Selfishness Selfishness What does it mean to be selfish? What does selfishness look like? Is selfishness wholly bad?  What can I do if selfishness is something that affects me?

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]]> Pokarlla Buzzsprout-9510983 Fri, 12 Nov 2021 12:00:00 +1000 1111 2 32 full false Respect Respect What is respect? What does it encompass? Why is it important? How can we show and display respect?

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]]> Buzzsprout-9427777 Fri, 05 Nov 2021 12:00:00 +1000 789 2 31 full false Jealousy Jealousy This episode explores jealousy. What is jealousy? What are the different emotions associated with jealousy? What causes jealousy? What does jealousy feel like? How can jealousy affect me? How can we combat or work with jealousy?

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]]> Pokarlla Buzzsprout-9427680 Fri, 29 Oct 2021 12:00:00 +1000 1688 2 30 full false Integrity Integrity What is integrity? How does integrity help us? How can we embrace integrity?

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]]> Pokarlla Buzzsprout-9321595 Fri, 22 Oct 2021 12:00:00 +1000 1093 2 29 full false Saying No Saying No This episode explores the different times when we may need to say no, why we might find this difficult and how to say no. 

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]]> Buzzsprout-9321405 Fri, 15 Oct 2021 12:00:00 +1000 1249 2 28 full false Opening Up Communication Opening Up Communication Opening up Communication is about being ok with communicating wants and needs, and listening to the wants and needs of others. It is about being vulnerable, having difficult conversations, communicating assertively, setting boundaries, holding space, practising the pause and introspecting on your own role in interactions. Having open communication can help our relationships, increase personal happiness and reduce feelings of guilt, shame or resentment.

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]]> Opening up Communication is about being ok with communicating wants and needs, and listening to the wants and needs of others. It is about being vulnerable, having difficult conversations, communicating assertively, setting boundaries, holding space, practising the pause and introspecting on your own role in interactions. Having open communication can help our relationships, increase personal happiness and reduce feelings of guilt, shame or resentment.

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]]> Pokarlla Buzzsprout-9266330 Fri, 08 Oct 2021 12:00:00 +1000 1080 2 27 full false Holding Space Holding Space This episode talks about holding space. What does it mean to hold space?  Why is it important? It discusses how holding space allows vulnerability, creates safety, validates others and allows healing and growth. This episode will also talk about how you can hold space for someone else.

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]]> This episode talks about holding space. What does it mean to hold space?  Why is it important? It discusses how holding space allows vulnerability, creates safety, validates others and allows healing and growth. This episode will also talk about how you can hold space for someone else.

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]]> Pokarlla Buzzsprout-9260663 Fri, 01 Oct 2021 12:00:00 +1000 1315 2 26 full false Practising the Pause Practising the Pause In this episode we talk about what is meant by the term "Practising the Pause". We look at moments and circumstances when you might need to take a pause. I discuss how taking some time out can help you. Pausing can help you to avoid saying something you may regret, it assists you in being the best version of yourself and can reduce stress and anxiety. This episode explores the different ways that you can press pause.

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]]> In this episode we talk about what is meant by the term "Practising the Pause". We look at moments and circumstances when you might need to take a pause. I discuss how taking some time out can help you. Pausing can help you to avoid saying something you may regret, it assists you in being the best version of yourself and can reduce stress and anxiety. This episode explores the different ways that you can press pause.

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]]> Buzzsprout-9256617 Sat, 25 Sep 2021 15:00:00 +1000 1468 2 25 full false M.Y.O.B. M.Y.O.B. Mind Your Own Business. In this podcast episode we will talk about staying in your own lane, not taking things personally, taking personal responsibility and accountability, developing yourself and looking for areas of improvement, using your triggers for positive purposes, not minding the opinions of others and brushing yourself off and trying again. Remember we cannot change others, only ourselves.

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]]> Mind Your Own Business. In this podcast episode we will talk about staying in your own lane, not taking things personally, taking personal responsibility and accountability, developing yourself and looking for areas of improvement, using your triggers for positive purposes, not minding the opinions of others and brushing yourself off and trying again. Remember we cannot change others, only ourselves.

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]]> Buzzsprout-9185192 Fri, 17 Sep 2021 12:00:00 +1000 965 2 24 full false Triggers Triggers In this episode Pokarlla explores triggers. What is a trigger? Why can it be useful to identify them? How can we positively utilise them for our personal growth? What are some of the positive aspects of triggers? How can we respond to the triggers of others?

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]]> Buzzsprout-9176440 Sat, 11 Sep 2021 22:00:00 +1000 1360 2 23 full false Rejection Sensitivity Dysphoria Rejection Sensitivity Dysphoria An episode about Rejection Sensitivity Dysphoria, something that that may be experienced by individuals living with a neurodivergence like ADHD or ASD. RSD is intense, overwhelming and sometimes debilitating emotional pain that is caused by perceived  rejection or criticism. While RSD is a "neurologically hardwired" response, there are a number of things that may help.

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]]> An episode about Rejection Sensitivity Dysphoria, something that that may be experienced by individuals living with a neurodivergence like ADHD or ASD. RSD is intense, overwhelming and sometimes debilitating emotional pain that is caused by perceived  rejection or criticism. While RSD is a "neurologically hardwired" response, there are a number of things that may help.

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]]> Pokarlla Buzzsprout-9072430 Mon, 23 Aug 2021 23:00:00 +1000 1994 2 22 full false Relationship Green Flags Relationship Green Flags This episode covers the green flags you can look out for in your relationships with others. Green flags are aspects of relationships that contribute to your life and you sense of being in positive ways. Aspects covered in this episode include: empathy, accountability, cooperation, safety, respect and boundaries.

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]]> This episode covers the green flags you can look out for in your relationships with others. Green flags are aspects of relationships that contribute to your life and you sense of being in positive ways. Aspects covered in this episode include: empathy, accountability, cooperation, safety, respect and boundaries.

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]]> Pokarlla Kiara Buzzsprout-8966657 Tue, 03 Aug 2021 21:00:00 +1000 1498 2 21 full false Say What You Mean and Mean What You Say Say What You Mean and Mean What You Say This podcast episode is about communication, and the differences between submissive, aggressive and assertive communication. It discusses the importance of integrity, authenticity and honesty, and why communicating in this way can help you to reduce feelings of anxiety or instances of miscommunication.

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]]> This podcast episode is about communication, and the differences between submissive, aggressive and assertive communication. It discusses the importance of integrity, authenticity and honesty, and why communicating in this way can help you to reduce feelings of anxiety or instances of miscommunication.

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]]> Buzzsprout-8868468 Thu, 15 Jul 2021 22:00:00 +1000 1156 2 20 full false Anniversary Reactions to Trauma Anniversary Reactions to Trauma This episode discusses reactions to trauma that occur on the anniversary that the original trauma occurred. It talks about some of the common reactions and somatic sensations that you may experience during your anniversary reaction and some things you can do that might help.

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]]> Buzzsprout-8766525 Sat, 26 Jun 2021 21:00:00 +1000 1202 2 19 full false Be The Friend You'd Like to Have Be The Friend You'd Like to Have This episode looks at some of the things that make a good friend, and how you can encompass these things to touch and uplift the lives of others.

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]]> Pokarlla Kiara Buzzsprout-8689853 Fri, 18 Jun 2021 12:00:00 +1000 1012 2 18 full false Surround Yourself With Those Who Are Good to You and Good For You Surround Yourself With Those Who Are Good to You and Good For You This episode looks at why we should consider the types of people that we surround ourselves with and how they can influence us for better or for worse. 

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]]> This episode looks at why we should consider the types of people that we surround ourselves with and how they can influence us for better or for worse. 

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]]> Pokarlla Kiara Buzzsprout-8683889 Fri, 11 Jun 2021 17:00:00 +1000 1006 2 17 full false Be The Person You Needed When You Were Younger Be The Person You Needed When You Were Younger This episode looks at this phrase and what it means in the sense of being a role model for younger people, but also in giving yourself the things that you may have needed as a child now that you are an adult.

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]]> Pokarlla Buzzsprout-8576611 Mon, 24 May 2021 21:00:00 +1000 1416 2 16 full false You Know Who You Are You Know Who You Are In this episode Pokarlla talks about knowing yourself in such a way that the projections of others do not contribute to the way you feel about yourself. You are the one who tells yourself who you are. You are the writer of your personal story; not others.

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]]> Buzzsprout-8527393 Sun, 16 May 2021 21:00:00 +1000 1330 2 15 full false Same, Same, But Different Same, Same, But Different We are all of us different, and yet that makes us the same. A brief discourse born from a passing thought, on differences, sameness, personal boundaries and limits.

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]]> Pokarlla Buzzsprout-8420731 Wed, 28 Apr 2021 22:00:00 +1000 750 2 14 full false Healing is Not Linear Healing is Not Linear In this episode Pokarlla speaks about healing journeys, and how often they can look different to what we might expect.

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]]> Pokarlla Buzzsprout-8359526 Mon, 19 Apr 2021 12:00:00 +1000 881 2 13 full false A Therapist to Therapist Chat with Travis Ford from The Catharsis Society A Therapist to Therapist Chat with Travis Ford from The Catharsis Society Pokarlla chats to Travis about Counselling and his private practice "The Catharsis Society".

Travis talks with Pokarlla about his journey towards becoming a Counsellor, aspects of Counselling like empathy, supervision, and session lengths, and about what he offers in both in-person and online therapy.

Both Pokarlla and Travis talk about how their personal life experiences shape and complement their therapy practice.

You can find more information about Travis and his practice on his website here: https://thecatharsissociety.com/

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]]> Pokarlla chats to Travis about Counselling and his private practice "The Catharsis Society".

Travis talks with Pokarlla about his journey towards becoming a Counsellor, aspects of Counselling like empathy, supervision, and session lengths, and about what he offers in both in-person and online therapy.

Both Pokarlla and Travis talk about how their personal life experiences shape and complement their therapy practice.

You can find more information about Travis and his practice on his website here: https://thecatharsissociety.com/

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]]> Pokarlla Kiara, Travis Ford Buzzsprout-8272230 Mon, 05 Apr 2021 13:00:00 +1000 2021 2 12 full false Keep On Keeping On Keep On Keeping On A brief episode about persistence, perseverance, being kind to yourself and not being scared of your weaknesses. 

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]]> Pokarlla Buzzsprout-8224420 Sun, 28 Mar 2021 22:00:00 +1000 521 2 11 full false You Do You Babe You Do You Babe This episode looks at how we can take responsibility for our own actions, and how we can leave the responsibilities of others with them.

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]]> Buzzsprout-8136052 Sun, 14 Mar 2021 21:00:00 +1000 1479 2 10 full false Be Around Those That You'd Like to Be Like Be Around Those That You'd Like to Be Like This episode looks at what we should we look for in our friends, and perhaps what we should avoid.

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]]> Pokarlla Buzzsprout-8098560 Mon, 08 Mar 2021 22:00:00 +1000 1257 2 9 full false What We Focus On Grows What We Focus On Grows This episode talks about the power of focus and attention when it comes to our thoughts. It talks about some strategies for dealing with anxieties and worries.

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]]> Buzzsprout-8043553 Sun, 28 Feb 2021 22:00:00 +1000 911 2 8 full false Accepting Ourselves During Healing Accepting Ourselves During Healing This episode focuses on the ways that we can be ok with ourselves during the process of healing .

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]]> Pokarlla Buzzsprout-7977001 Sat, 20 Feb 2021 21:00:00 +1000 1130 2 7 full false Coping Strategies for a CHD Family by a CHD Parent Coping Strategies for a CHD Family by a CHD Parent This is the second podcast episode recorded in honour of Heart Month. In this episode, Pokarlla talks about her experiences as a parent of a child with a congenital heart defect and the different coping strategies that helped her and her family.

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]]> Pokarlla Buzzsprout-7800574 Fri, 12 Feb 2021 09:00:00 +1000 2190 2 6 full false Supporting a Parent of a Child Born with a Congenital Heart Defect Supporting a Parent of a Child Born with a Congenital Heart Defect In honour of heart month, Pokarlla discusses her personal experience with her son Jax who was born with a Congenital Heart Defect. She highlights things she found both helpful and unhelpful on this journey.

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]]> In honour of heart month, Pokarlla discusses her personal experience with her son Jax who was born with a Congenital Heart Defect. She highlights things she found both helpful and unhelpful on this journey.

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]]> Pokarlla Kiara Buzzsprout-7721539 Sun, 07 Feb 2021 23:00:00 +1000 2156 2 5 full false Shame, Guilt, Accountability and Forgiving Yourself Shame, Guilt, Accountability and Forgiving Yourself This episode looks at negative feelings like shame and guilt and how we can help ourselves overcome them. It talks about accountability and the opportunities for redemption and growth that these negative emotions can lead us to. It also describes different ways of forgiving ourselves.

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]]> Pokarlla Kiara Buzzsprout-7558837 Sat, 30 Jan 2021 01:00:00 +1000 1303 shame, guilt, remorse, regret, apologising, apologizing, redemption, forgiveness, forgiving yourself, accountability, responsibility 2 4 full false Choosing You Choosing You In this episode Pokarlla and Tarhlia discuss the topic "Choosing You". This episode examines at what it means to choose yourself, and make yourself a priority, why this might be difficult and why it is important.

Tarhlia also reads us some of her poetry which can also be accessed here: https://tarhliam.wixsite.com/website

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]]> In this episode Pokarlla and Tarhlia discuss the topic "Choosing You". This episode examines at what it means to choose yourself, and make yourself a priority, why this might be difficult and why it is important.

Tarhlia also reads us some of her poetry which can also be accessed here: https://tarhliam.wixsite.com/website

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]]> Pokarlla Kiara, Tarhlia Murray Buzzsprout-7423852 Fri, 22 Jan 2021 13:00:00 +1000 2233 2 3 full false Healthy Habits Healthy Habits Why are healthy habits important? What are some examples of healthy habits? How can healthy habits be best introduced? 

Pokarlla explores these questions with some help from her 10 year old son Dexter.

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Pokarlla explores these questions with some help from her 10 year old son Dexter.

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]]> Pokarlla Buzzsprout-7303333 Fri, 15 Jan 2021 15:00:00 +1000 1458 2 2 full false Resolutions Resolutions What is a resolution? I talk about: personal growth and being the best you that you can be, lessons learned from 2020 and share some resolutions that you may not have thought about yet.

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]]> What is a resolution? I talk about: personal growth and being the best you that you can be, lessons learned from 2020 and share some resolutions that you may not have thought about yet.

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]]> Pokarlla Kiara Buzzsprout-7141945 Tue, 05 Jan 2021 22:00:00 +1000 1257 2 1 full false Conversations About ASD: Volume 3 (Part 4) Conversations About ASD: Volume 3 (Part 4) This is Volume 3 of Conversations About ASD (Part 1). For the last few weeks I have had conversations about Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) with my sister Jarni Kiara. Both Jarni and myself have discussed different aspects of living with autism and how we both experience these aspects.  Volume 3 is about Executive Dysfunction, Demand Avoidance and Diagnosis. This episode  (Part 4) discusses the questions: What was involved for you in your diagnosis? What were your feelings around your diagnosis? What are your thoughts and feelings about labels like “high-functioning” or “low-functioning”?

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]]> This is Volume 3 of Conversations About ASD (Part 1). For the last few weeks I have had conversations about Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) with my sister Jarni Kiara. Both Jarni and myself have discussed different aspects of living with autism and how we both experience these aspects.  Volume 3 is about Executive Dysfunction, Demand Avoidance and Diagnosis. This episode  (Part 4) discusses the questions: What was involved for you in your diagnosis? What were your feelings around your diagnosis? What are your thoughts and feelings about labels like “high-functioning” or “low-functioning”?

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]]> Pokarlla Kiara and Jarni Kiara Buzzsprout-7073860 Thu, 31 Dec 2020 13:00:00 +1000 1223 1 23 full false Conversations About ASD: Volume 3 (Part 3) Conversations About ASD: Volume 3 (Part 3) This is Volume 3 of Conversations About ASD (Part 3). For the last few weeks I have had conversations about Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) with my sister Jarni Kiara. Both Jarni and myself have discussed different aspects of living with autism and how we both experience these aspects.  Volume 3 is about Executive Dysfunction, Demand Avoidance and Diagnosis. This episode  (Part 3) discusses the question: What led you toward getting an ASD diagnosis?

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]]> This is Volume 3 of Conversations About ASD (Part 3). For the last few weeks I have had conversations about Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) with my sister Jarni Kiara. Both Jarni and myself have discussed different aspects of living with autism and how we both experience these aspects.  Volume 3 is about Executive Dysfunction, Demand Avoidance and Diagnosis. This episode  (Part 3) discusses the question: What led you toward getting an ASD diagnosis?

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]]> Pokarlla Kiara and Jarni Kiara Buzzsprout-7073836 Thu, 31 Dec 2020 13:00:00 +1000 1617 1 22 full false Conversations About ASD: Volume 3 (Part 2) Conversations About ASD: Volume 3 (Part 2) This is Volume 3 of Conversations About ASD (Part 2). For the last few weeks I have had conversations about Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) with my sister Jarni Kiara. Both Jarni and myself have discussed different aspects of living with autism and how we both experience these aspects.  Volume 3 is about Executive Dysfunction, Demand Avoidance and Diagnosis. This episode  (Part 2) covers: Demand Avoidance and Pathological Demand Avoidance.

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]]> This is Volume 3 of Conversations About ASD (Part 2). For the last few weeks I have had conversations about Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) with my sister Jarni Kiara. Both Jarni and myself have discussed different aspects of living with autism and how we both experience these aspects.  Volume 3 is about Executive Dysfunction, Demand Avoidance and Diagnosis. This episode  (Part 2) covers: Demand Avoidance and Pathological Demand Avoidance.

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]]> Pokarlla Kiara and Jarni Kiara Buzzsprout-7073821 Thu, 31 Dec 2020 13:00:00 +1000 924 1 21 full false Conversations About ASD: Volume 3 (Part 1) Conversations About ASD: Volume 3 (Part 1) This is Volume 3 of Conversations About ASD (Part 1). For the last few weeks I have had conversations about Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) with my sister Jarni Kiara. Both Jarni and myself have discussed different aspects of living with autism and how we both experience these aspects.  Volume 3 is about Executive Dysfunction, Demand Avoidance and Diagnosis. This episode  (Part 1) covers: Executive Dysfunction and the difficulties that a person can experience with various cognitive processes like: Planning, Problem Solving, Working Memory, Attention, Reasoning, Initiation, Inhibition, Cognitive Flexibility and Monitoring.

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]]> This is Volume 3 of Conversations About ASD (Part 1). For the last few weeks I have had conversations about Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) with my sister Jarni Kiara. Both Jarni and myself have discussed different aspects of living with autism and how we both experience these aspects.  Volume 3 is about Executive Dysfunction, Demand Avoidance and Diagnosis. This episode  (Part 1) covers: Executive Dysfunction and the difficulties that a person can experience with various cognitive processes like: Planning, Problem Solving, Working Memory, Attention, Reasoning, Initiation, Inhibition, Cognitive Flexibility and Monitoring.

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]]> Pokarlla Kiara and Jarni Kiara Buzzsprout-7073761 Thu, 31 Dec 2020 13:00:00 +1000 1677 1 20 full false Conversations About ASD: Volume 2 (Part 2) Conversations About ASD: Volume 2 (Part 2) This is Volume 2 of Conversations About ASD (Part 2). For the next few weeks I will be having conversations about Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) with my sister Jarni Kiara. Both Jarni and myself discuss different aspects of living with autism and how we both experience these aspects.  Volume 2 is about Communication and Socialising. This episode  (Part 2) covers: Processing Issues (Auditory Input) or Verbal/Language Processing Issues, Comprehension, Literal Understanding, Interpretation Issues, Making Sense of Miscommunications, Confusion, Aversion to Socialising, Dislike of Small Talk/Lies, Blunt Manner/Directness, Distress at the Unexpected, Scripting (Talking in quotes) and Selective Mutism or Being Non-Verbal.

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]]> This is Volume 2 of Conversations About ASD (Part 2). For the next few weeks I will be having conversations about Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) with my sister Jarni Kiara. Both Jarni and myself discuss different aspects of living with autism and how we both experience these aspects.  Volume 2 is about Communication and Socialising. This episode  (Part 2) covers: Processing Issues (Auditory Input) or Verbal/Language Processing Issues, Comprehension, Literal Understanding, Interpretation Issues, Making Sense of Miscommunications, Confusion, Aversion to Socialising, Dislike of Small Talk/Lies, Blunt Manner/Directness, Distress at the Unexpected, Scripting (Talking in quotes) and Selective Mutism or Being Non-Verbal.

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]]> Pokarlla Kiara and Jarni Kiara Buzzsprout-6966635 Wed, 23 Dec 2020 00:00:00 +1000 1700 ASD, Autism, Communication 1 19 full false Conversations About ASD: Volume 2 (Part 1) Conversations About ASD: Volume 2 (Part 1) This is Volume 2 of Conversations About ASD (Part 1). For the next few weeks I will be having conversations about Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) with my sister Jarni Kiara. Both Jarni and myself discuss different aspects of living with autism and how we both experience these aspects.  Volume 2 is about Communication and Socialising. This episode  (Part 1) covers: Social awkwardness, Special Interests, Autistic Inertia, Social Cues, Facial Expressions and Masking. 

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]]> This is Volume 2 of Conversations About ASD (Part 1). For the next few weeks I will be having conversations about Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) with my sister Jarni Kiara. Both Jarni and myself discuss different aspects of living with autism and how we both experience these aspects.  Volume 2 is about Communication and Socialising. This episode  (Part 1) covers: Social awkwardness, Special Interests, Autistic Inertia, Social Cues, Facial Expressions and Masking. 

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]]> Pokarlla Kiara and Jarni Kiara Buzzsprout-6966281 Tue, 22 Dec 2020 23:00:00 +1000 1435 ASD, Autism, Communication 1 18 full false Conversations about ASD: Volume 1 (Part 2) Conversations about ASD: Volume 1 (Part 2) This is Part 2 of Conversations about ASD: Volume 1. For the next few weeks I will be having conversations about Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) with my sister Jarni Kiara. Both Jarni and myself discuss different aspects of living with autism and how we both experience these aspects.This episode covers Interoception, Proprioception, Empathy, Reading Others, Meltdowns and Shutdowns.

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]]> This is Part 2 of Conversations about ASD: Volume 1. For the next few weeks I will be having conversations about Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) with my sister Jarni Kiara. Both Jarni and myself discuss different aspects of living with autism and how we both experience these aspects.This episode covers Interoception, Proprioception, Empathy, Reading Others, Meltdowns and Shutdowns.

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]]> Pokarlla Buzzsprout-6876626 Thu, 17 Dec 2020 00:00:00 +1000 2113 1 17 full false Conversations about ASD: Volume 1 (Part 1) Conversations about ASD: Volume 1 (Part 1) This is Volume 1 of Conversations about ASD (Part 1). For the next few weeks I will be having conversations about Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) with my sister Jarni Kiara. Both Jarni and myself discuss different aspects of living with autism and how we both experience these aspects. This episode covers Sensory Processing, Sensory Aversions, Sensory Seeking and Stimming.

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]]> This is Volume 1 of Conversations about ASD (Part 1). For the next few weeks I will be having conversations about Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) with my sister Jarni Kiara. Both Jarni and myself discuss different aspects of living with autism and how we both experience these aspects. This episode covers Sensory Processing, Sensory Aversions, Sensory Seeking and Stimming.

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]]> Pokarlla Buzzsprout-6876119 Wed, 16 Dec 2020 23:00:00 +1000 1350 1 16 full false An Introduction to Autism Spectrum Disorder An Introduction to Autism Spectrum Disorder This Episode is a brief introduction into Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). It looks at some of the signs and symptoms of ASD. Over the next few weeks, I will be talking to my sister Jarni Kiara about how we experience life as adult females with ASD, so this episode gives a little background into ASD.

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]]> This Episode is a brief introduction into Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). It looks at some of the signs and symptoms of ASD. Over the next few weeks, I will be talking to my sister Jarni Kiara about how we experience life as adult females with ASD, so this episode gives a little background into ASD.

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]]> Pokarlla Buzzsprout-6875903 Wed, 16 Dec 2020 23:00:00 +1000 468 1 15 full false Lifestyle, Neurotransmitters and Mental Health Lifestyle, Neurotransmitters and Mental Health How do the different things we engage in in our lifestyles (food, substances and exercise) interact with our bodies and brain chemistry to impact our mental health? What are some of the neurotransmitters that play a role in our happiness, mindset and mental health?

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]]> How do the different things we engage in in our lifestyles (food, substances and exercise) interact with our bodies and brain chemistry to impact our mental health? What are some of the neurotransmitters that play a role in our happiness, mindset and mental health?

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]]> Pokarlla Buzzsprout-6725854 Tue, 08 Dec 2020 10:00:00 +1000 1021 1 14 full false Self-Love Self-Love This episode looks at self-love and the ways that we can foster it within ourselves.

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]]> Pokarlla Buzzsprout-6647326 Wed, 02 Dec 2020 12:00:00 +1000 1217 1 13 full false Writing Your Own Story Writing Your Own Story This episode looks at writing and discovering your own personal story. Learning about ourselves, our strengths, our defining moments, our flaws, our mistakes and how we might want things to change or look different. It looks at how we can embrace our ability to choose, and how this empowers us.

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]]> Pokarlla Buzzsprout-6543163 Wed, 25 Nov 2020 13:00:00 +1000 1437 1 12 full false Living on Purpose Living on Purpose This episode talks about living on purpose and with purpose. I discuss integrity, authenticity and alignment. It looks at discovering your own values and getting clear on what you want to experience in your reality. It also looks at introspection, accountability and taking ownership. I also discuss different tools that can help us to introspect and stay in alignment.

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]]> This episode talks about living on purpose and with purpose. I discuss integrity, authenticity and alignment. It looks at discovering your own values and getting clear on what you want to experience in your reality. It also looks at introspection, accountability and taking ownership. I also discuss different tools that can help us to introspect and stay in alignment.

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]]> Pokarlla Buzzsprout-6430738 Wed, 18 Nov 2020 12:00:00 +1000 1206 1 11 full false Being a Good Support Person Being a Good Support Person This episode explores support, and how to be a good support person. The focus will be primarily on listening and validation and self-care.

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]]> Pokarlla Buzzsprout-6301861 Tue, 10 Nov 2020 14:00:00 +1000 1315 1 10 full false Gratitude, Compliments and Kindness Gratitude, Compliments and Kindness This episode looks at gratitude. What is gratitude? What are some of the benefits of engaging in gratitude? It also explores compliments and kindness.

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]]> This episode looks at gratitude. What is gratitude? What are some of the benefits of engaging in gratitude? It also explores compliments and kindness.

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]]> Pokarlla Buzzsprout-6229180 Thu, 05 Nov 2020 13:00:00 +1000 1336 1 9 full false Anxiety and Coping Strategies Anxiety and Coping Strategies What is anxiety? How does is express itself in the body and mind? What are some things that can help when experiencing anxiety?

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]]> Pokarlla Buzzsprout-6061039 Tue, 27 Oct 2020 12:00:00 +1000 1443 1 8 full false Creativity and Mental Health Creativity and Mental Health In this episode, Pokarlla talks to special guest Tarhlia about creativity, her writing and how creativity links with mental health and wellbeing.

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]]> Pokarlla Kiara and Tarhlia Murray Buzzsprout-5904016 Tue, 20 Oct 2020 12:00:00 +1000 1633 Creativity, Mental Health 1 7 full false Defense Mechanisms Defense Mechanisms In this episode, we explore the different types of Defense Mechanisms and whether they are maladaptive, harmful, disruptive or whether they can be considered to be healthy coping mechanisms.

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]]> Pokarlla Buzzsprout-5812621 Tue, 13 Oct 2020 12:00:00 +1000 2281 1 6 full false Emotional Wounds, Boundaries, Apologies and Forgiveness Emotional Wounds, Boundaries, Apologies and Forgiveness This episode explores emotional wounds (what causes them, what they feel like and how to begin to heal from them), setting personal boundaries, looking at what makes a good apology and forgiveness.

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]]> Pokarlla Buzzsprout-5800681 Thu, 08 Oct 2020 23:00:00 +1000 1391 1 5 full false Exploring Support Options (feat. Tania Kiara) Exploring Support Options (feat. Tania Kiara) In this episode Pokarlla is joined by special guest Tania Kiara (her mum) and they discuss different types of support work, including Doula work and group facilitated disability support work. 

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]]> In this episode Pokarlla is joined by special guest Tania Kiara (her mum) and they discuss different types of support work, including Doula work and group facilitated disability support work. 

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]]> Pokarlla Kiara and Tania Kiara Buzzsprout-5673541 Wed, 30 Sep 2020 22:00:00 +1000 1368 1 4 full false Burnout and Self-care Burnout and Self-care This episode talks about burnout, what it is, how to recognise it and how to avoid and/or heal from it.

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]]> Pokarlla Buzzsprout-5583820 Thu, 24 Sep 2020 21:00:00 +1000 1046 1 3 full false Hobbies, Interests and Time Chunking Hobbies, Interests and Time Chunking This episode explores the significance of hobbies, interests and passions and introduces the concept and practice of Time Chunking.

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]]> Pokarlla Buzzsprout-5462068 Thu, 17 Sep 2020 17:00:00 +1000 982 1 2 full false Introducing Myself Introducing Myself In this episode I introduce myself, and the concept of counselling to listeners. 

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]]> Pokarlla Buzzsprout-5446738 Tue, 15 Sep 2020 17:00:00 +1000 837 1 1 full false