Crappy to Happy is the podcast for people on the move who may be feeling low in energy, mood or motivation and can't figure out exactly why. Cass Dunn, a clinical psychologist, chats with interesting and inspiring guests to help listeners find the root of the reasons why they may not be performing at their best. She helps them discover practical ways to make impactful changes to feel happier, more energetic, and more confident. The show addresses topics such as escaping the cult of "busy", overcoming emotional eating, taming self-criticism & perfectionism, achieving goals and ending self-sabotage. Prominent guests have included Turia Pitt, Mark Manson, Kristina Karlsson, Clare Bowditch and Tiffiny Hall, all of whom share their wisdom with humour, compassion and wonderful insight. Listen in on conversations that explore the psychological, physical and emotional ways to help you overcome your own personal barriers to create a better and more meaningful life for yourself and those around you. Connect with Cass: http://www.cassdunn.com Order the Crappy to Happy book: http://www.smarturl.it/crappytohappy
How change happens
If you're trying to break a habit, start a new one or achieve a goal, there are some very predictable stages everyone goes through during the process.
In this episode, Cass shares the stages of change to help you identify where you're at, understand what to expect at each stage, and what to do if you have a setback or slip-up so you can get back on track quickly.
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2/1/2024 • 23 minutes, 7 seconds
Buying Happiness with Kate Campbell
In this episode, Cass chats with financial educator and host of the Australian Finance Podcast, Kate Campbell, about how to invest your time and money to build your very best life.
Whether you have a lot of money or not much at all, Kate and Cass discuss what the research says about how you can invest your most precious resources to gain maximum meaning and fulfilment in life.
Happiness can't be bottled, but taking control of your finances and thinking more deeply about how you allocate your resources will do a long way to increasing your happiness.
Kate shares:
strategies for maximising happy with minimal investment
how to plan your 2024 to increase your chances of happiness
the importance of having conversations about money
why it's so important to audit your spending (of time and money) to ensure you're investing in what matters most
Connect with Kate:
Rask Education
Buying Happiness book
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1/24/2024 • 35 minutes, 39 seconds
What are the downsides of mindfulness meditation?
In this episode, Cass explores the topic of mindfulness meditation and when it might not have positive benefits. She delves into the adverse effects of mindfulness and the importance of trauma-informed meditation training. She highlights the need for research on adverse experiences and clarifying the definition of adverse experiences when it comes to mindfulness.
Cass explores the difference between intensive meditation retreats and brief mindfulness interventions, emphasising the need for properly trained teachers and the importance of finding safety in the practice.
Link to Episode with Loving Kindness Meditation
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1/18/2024 • 28 minutes, 22 seconds
The Health Habit with Dr Amantha Imber
Cass talks to psychologist and author, Dr Amantha Imber about the surprisingly small changes that have the greatest potential to significantly improve your health. Amantha also shares her research into how you can personalise your approach to behaviour change to give you the best chance of making those habits stick.
Covering everything from sleep to exercise and nutrition, this is a must-listen for anyone who wants to know the minimum required dose that will yield maximum results!
Highlights:
Why you're giving yourself 'jet-lag' every time you sleep in
The 40 second exercise hack that will change your life
The impact of 'Hyper Palatable Foods' on your weight loss efforts
Identifying Barriers to Change
Using Streak Boards & Temptation Bundling for Motivation
Book: The Health Habit
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www.amantha.com
www.instagram.com/amanthai
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1/4/2024 • 50 minutes
A happy alternative to New Year's Resolutions.
In this episode, Cass discusses the drawbacks of traditional New Year's resolutions and offers alternative approaches to setting goals for the new year.
Takeaways:
Traditional New Year's resolutions often lead to feelings of failure and self-criticism.
Instead of resolutions, focus on setting meaningful goals that align with your values.
Consider setting intentions for how you want to show up in the new year.
Choose a word for the year that represents your desired qualities or themes.
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12/29/2023 • 23 minutes, 31 seconds
Addicted to Drama with Dr Scott Lyons
Dr. Scott Lyons discusses the concept of drama addiction and how it can negatively impact relationships, causing fights, jealousy, and destructive patterns. People addicted to drama often seek chaos and attention, creating a cycle of drama in their lives. Scott and Cass discuss strategies for dealing with drama addiction, whether you see it in someone else or recognise this pattern in yourself.
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Check out The Embody Lab
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12/20/2023 • 52 minutes, 42 seconds
Discovering your Best Possible Self
In this solo episode, Cass reflects on the importance of self-reflection. She shares two exercises for self-reflection and visualisation, guaranteed to inspire you to be your best self and live your best life, as we begin to wind up one year and prepare for the next.
Grab a cup of tea and maybe a journal for this one.
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12/14/2023 • 19 minutes, 48 seconds
A Touch of the Madness with Larry Kasanoff
Larry Kasanoff, legendary Hollywood producer and author of 'A Touch of the Madness,' shares his experiences and insights on creativity and innovation. He discusses the inspiration behind his book and the importance of embracing the madness to unleash your creative potential.
Larry encourages you to embrace your craziest ideas and not be afraid to pursue them.
Key Takeaways:
Never let go of an idea that you believe in. Persistence and determination are key to success.
Trust your creative instincts and don't be afraid to pursue your passions.
Practice mindfulness and be still to tap into your inner wisdom and make better decisions.
Embrace playfulness and have fun in the creative process. Don't be afraid to take risks and think outside the box.
Find out more about Larry:
https://www.larrykasanoff.com/
Book: A Touch of The Madness
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12/5/2023 • 37 minutes, 54 seconds
3 Mindful Minutes: Savouring
Finding ways to plumb the joy out of positive experiences can help to build resilience when things aren't going well.
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12/3/2023 • 5 minutes, 18 seconds
Understanding Learned Helplessness & How to Overcome It
In this solo episode, Cass shares the definition of Learned Helplessness, how it was first identified by psychologists and how it might be impacting you or someone you know. Tune in to hear the power of 'Learned Optimism' as an antidote to Learned Helplessness and other strategies that can help you regain a sense of power and agency when things feel hopeless.
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11/30/2023 • 20 minutes, 43 seconds
3 Mindful Minutes: Essentialism
Discover the simple but profound concept of Essentialism to reduce stress, cultivate mastery, deepen relationships and live a life of meaning.
Discern what is absolutely essential, then eliminate everything that is not, so you can make the highest possible contribution towards the things that really matter.
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11/26/2023 • 4 minutes, 54 seconds
Cleaning your trauma with Yemi Penn
Cass talks to Yemi Penn about her experience growing up in London and Nigeria, and her decision to 'run away' to Sydney on the other side of the world.
Yemi shares the moment she realised she was in danger of transferring her trauma to her own children and how that led to her making it her mission in life to clean her own trauma and help others to do the same.
Connect with Yemi:
www.yemipenn.com
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11/22/2023 • 52 minutes, 40 seconds
3 Mindful Minutes: Practising Mudita
In this week's 3 Mindful Minutes, Cass shares the ancient Buddhist practice of 'Mudita', which loosely translates to 'sympathetic joy'.
Mudita means being happy for other people's happiness.
Tune in to hear how it can profoundly improve your mood, strengthen your relationships and help you to remember the interconnectedness of all things.
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