Lead Yourself First

#254 - From breakup to breakthrough - Sam Whitwell

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Sun, 30 Aug 2026 22:00:00 GMT

The conversation delves into the journey of self-acceptance and setting boundaries, leading to the development of deep connections and investing in relationships. It explores the impact of personal growth and the pursuit of authenticity in the face of life's challenges. The conversation delves into the realization of surface level relationships and the importance of investing in deeper connections. It explores the process of letting go of superficial relationships, prioritizing time with children, and rebranding life after crisis.

Takeaways

Self-acceptance
Setting Boundaries Surface level relationships
Investing in deeper connections

Chapters

00:00 Journey to Self-Acceptance
13:11 Setting Boundaries and Building Deep Connections
30:59 Investing in Relationships and Becoming Authentically Me
35:32 Realization of Surface Level Relationships
36:44 Investing in Deeper Connections
39:28 Letting Go of Superficial Relationships
46:43 Prioritizing Time with Children
55:40 Rebranding Life After Crisis

#253 - From near death to self acceptance

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Wed, 26 Aug 2026 02:33:55 GMT

Lachie shares his journey of personal and professional growth, from the challenges of letting go of his podcast to the life-changing health issues he faced. He reflects on the impact of his experiences and the transformation that led him back to coaching and podcasting.

https://www.lachiesamuel.com/

Takeaways

Self-discovery through adversity
The power of self-acceptance and self-love

Chapters

00:00 The Decision to Let Go
02:23 The Business Success
03:21 Struggles and Health Issues
15:02 Recovery and Self-Discovery
18:29 Return to Coaching and Podcasting

EP13 - The fight against cancer, with Jayde Nish

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Thu, 07 Jun 2018 04:00:00 GMT

We get to know Jayde Nish, a freelance film maker and owner of Jadye Nish Media, as she Opens Up about her mums 18 month fight against cancer, and how she dealt with the eventual terminal diagnosis.

Jaydes story is one of unconditional love and selflessness. A complete willingness to do whatever it takes for someone who means the world to you.

Jayde:
https://www.facebook.com/jayde.nish.98

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#98 - Rosie Rees - Accept & Embrace your sexuality

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Tue, 26 Nov 2019 10:15:16 GMT

In this episode we meet sex & relationship coach, and founder of Yoni Pleasure Palace, Rosie Rees.

Rosie opens up about some of the most challenging moments and periods in her life, as well as how she managed to overcome them!

The challenges include:
-strict religious upbringing
-body image issues
-experimenting with girls and being shamed
-toxic relationships
-handling criticism as a visionary
-transitioning from straight to lesbian
-running a successful business

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Your KIDS dont feel WORTHY of your LOVE 💔- Making Sense of the Mess

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Mon, 27 Apr 2020 08:27:01 GMT

Your KIDS dont feel WORTHY of your LOVE 💔

This is for the FATHERS out there who struggle to let themselves express their feelings, emotion and love to their kids...

Ive seen it in many of the men throughout my life amd Ive been that father myself. When we know the why, we can work towards reconstructing that underlying driving force, in a bid to become the father that our kids deserve...

A father that gives and receieves love freely 💙

#20 - Beating depression and anxiety with medication, with Clinton Hodgkins

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Fri, 27 Jul 2018 04:00:00 GMT

In this episode we get to meet Clinton Hodgkins, manager of RFX Crossfit and owner of Training Performance System, as he shares his experiences with depression and anxiety, along with what he's learnt being medicated for both over the last 15 years.

Clints story is one of overcoming problems deeply rooted in his family, by both seeking help and relentlessly pursuing the knowledge to understand and eventually overcome his struggles.

Open Up:

"Im just being REALISTIC": Making Sense of the Mess

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Fri, 10 Apr 2020 07:05:05 GMT

We all know someone who's used it, or maybe we've even used it ourselves..... but what does it really mean?

Struggling mentally?
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#124 - Matt Bruce - Healing the battle with Trauma & PTSD

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Thu, 02 Jul 2020 07:00:00 GMT

Meet Matt Bruce, the SAS veteran thriving with PTSD.

He's recently become an author, with his first book "Warriors War" as well as launched Australias first PTSD online learning platform.

In this episode we talk about:

-Emotions
-PTSD
-Matts story
-Shame
-Self worth
-Orgasms & sex
-Wants vs needs
.... and so much more.

To work with Matt or order his book: https://www.thrivingwithptsd.com.au/

Does your partner ANNOY you? 🤡🤥 - Making Sense of the Mess

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Mon, 04 May 2020 13:47:30 GMT

This if for that 1 half of the relationship that is stewing in frustration and resentment. That 1 half of the relationship that can see the problem, but doesnt have the courage to have the hard conversation!!

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Q&A - Being too dependant on others for fulfillment!

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Fri, 16 Aug 2019 09:25:53 GMT

[ Q & A WK 6 ]

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#81 - Luka Reedy - Growing up in "hell" & going plant based!

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Thu, 08 Aug 2019 06:25:22 GMT

This week we meet the founder of Cold Water Club, Luka Reedy, as he opens up about some of the hardest struggles hes been through & overcome.

In this episode we touch on:
-His parents separating
-His fathers heroin addiction
-His mother moving away for work, leaving him with his grandfather
-The passing of his grandfather, his role model, as a 9yr old
-8 years of domestic violence at the hands of his step father
-Leaving his 6 figure salary to work in Canada
-Going plant based

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Q&A - 1 Person you'd want to meet?

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Thu, 08 Aug 2019 06:12:50 GMT

[ Q & A WK5 ]

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Q&A - Dealing with Minor EMOTIONAL setbacks!

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Sun, 04 Aug 2019 21:30:00 GMT

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Q&A - How did you overcome your SELF-SABOTAGE?

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Tue, 06 Aug 2019 21:30:00 GMT

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MCM#22 - Your TRAUMA doesn't define you!

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Sun, 03 Mar 2019 23:35:05 GMT

This week we talk about the trauma that we've been through throughout our lives, and it not defining you as a person, or the way we live our lives.

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Q&A - "My thoughts overwhelm me when I meditate!"

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Thu, 01 Aug 2019 09:00:00 GMT

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#78 - Breaking free of substance abuse & toxic relationships.

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Mon, 22 Jul 2019 07:16:04 GMT

This week we meet speaker & coach, Ashton Cantou, as she Opens Up about the substance abuse which landed her in rehab as a teenager. Ashton also Opens Up about the relationships she’s had, and how she finally decided to leave one which had become toxic & dangerous. Open Up: lachlan@openupgroup.com Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/OpenUpPodcast Website: https://openuppodcast.com
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MCM#32 - Back to the present

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Sun, 19 May 2019 21:00:00 GMT

This week we talk about the power of bringing yourself back to the present in the digital age!

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#72 - Tinashe La - Cultural norms & Domestic violence

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Fri, 21 Jun 2019 10:50:51 GMT

This week we meet speaker & author, Tinashe Angeline La, as she Opens Up about the norms within the African community, as well as the domestic violence shes seen & suffered.

Open Up:

MCM#23 - Persistence

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Sun, 10 Mar 2019 22:10:41 GMT

This week we talk about persistence! Hopefully this acts as kindling to that fire in your chest, that reminder to keep on keeping on!

Open Up:

MCM#28 - Reacting to Israel Folaus comments

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Mon, 22 Apr 2019 02:01:39 GMT

In this episode we talk about how to react to Israel Folaus comments to ensure we can move forward as a collective, rather than attacking each other just because we don't hold the same beliefs.

Open Up:

MCM#27 - Own YOUR mistakes!

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Sun, 07 Apr 2019 21:00:00 GMT

This week I talk about a mistake I've made in my past, how I've recently owned it and how we can implement apologising this way, to not only show empathy, but also to learn and grow.

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#71 - Julia Grinstina - Breaking free of her need to fit in

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Mon, 17 Jun 2019 10:11:23 GMT

In this episode we meet Reveal Coaching - Julia Grintsina, as she Opens Up about her struggle fitting in & the destructive behaviour that came as a result.

We touch on the conflict she faced being a Russian living in Estonia, her abuse of alcohol & drugs, & her battle with body image.

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#60 - Pat Armitstead - Hearing the words, "no I didn't love you & I never loved you"

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Thu, 09 May 2019 20:30:00 GMT

In this episode we meet joyologist, Pat Armistead as she Opens Up about her husband meeting another woman that he said was "like no one he'd ever known", eventually parting 6 months later, with the words "no i didn't love you and I never loved you".

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#103 - Brooke Blurton - When the truth hurts

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Wed, 25 Dec 2019 21:22:40 GMT

This week we meet youth worker, mental health advocate and Tedx speaker, Brooke Blurton as she opens up about the most challenging moments and periods in her life, along with how she managed to overcome them.

Brooke gets vulnerable and opens up about:
-the loss of her mother and nan at 11 years old.
-not feeling wanted by her father
-being diagnosed with depression at 18
-being admitted to a psych ward for suicidality
-external expectations as an influencer
-facing her fear of public speaking

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EP06- Poisoned by a friend & self harm, with Bay Dansby

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Thu, 12 Apr 2018 14:38:41 GMT

In this episode we chat with Lived experience speaker and aspiring psychologist Baylee Dansby as she shares with us her darkest moments, including racial and sexual abuse, self harm, and attempted suicide.

We also hear of her barriers to receiving or reaching out for help as well as her turning points and what she's used to recover.

Contact Bay:

https://www.facebook.com/alifefullofchaosandcalm/

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Q&A - How does SELF-SABOTAGE occur?

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Mon, 05 Aug 2019 21:30:00 GMT

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EP10 - Losing your soulmate to suicide - w Sorelle Miller

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Thu, 17 May 2018 04:00:00 GMT

In this episode we sit down with Sorelle Miller, Founder of Pure Consciousness, the wellness education service teaching meditation for resilience through sound, movement and breath, in a bid to create a tranquil, connected state within.

Sorelle Opens Up about her husbands motorcycle accident which left him wheelchair bound, along with the impact this had on him, on her and her mindset, on her family, and on her life.

Courageously, Sorelle also Opens Up about how she's coped mentally, spiritually and physically for the last 10 years, processing and healing, after her husband eventually took his own life.

Sorelle:

www.pureconsciousnessmeditation.com.au

https://www.facebook.com/cr8resilience/

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"You LOVE yourself!": Making Sense of the Mess

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Thu, 02 Apr 2020 09:03:40 GMT

Growing up I always heard the term "you love yourself" or "they love themselves" thrown around...

it's not until recently that I've come to realise what statements like this have done to us as a nation/ culture.

Let me know what you think by dropping a comment, and make sure you leave us that 5star review to help get these eps out to the people that need em!

#127 - Briana Bowley - Do something that lights you up!

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Fri, 02 Oct 2020 08:08:02 GMT

#127 Do something that lights you up! This week we chat to one of my favourite humans, Briana Laurel Bowley. We talk about her experience with weight loss, homelessness and chasing her dream... even when it seemed unlikely. Briana and I were lucky enough to meet last year at bridge & extreme, where she was my 'blind cuddles' buddy. Since then her growth and commitment to herself has inspired me to find the same resilience and fire within me. I hop you enjoy it!

#48 - Ryan Crawford - From high flyer to happiness

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Fri, 08 Feb 2019 09:16:37 GMT

This week we meet Ryan Crawford as he Opens Up about his acceptance driven need to achieve and acquire, which earned him millions & how he eventually came back from losing it all. Ryans shares the moments that changed his path, including ending up back in his childhood bedroom, reading “the power of intention", plant medicine journeys and time in isolation. Open Up: lachlan@openupgroup.com Website: https://openuppodcast.com
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#119 - Cam Fraser - More than penetration & ejaculation 🍆💦

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Mon, 11 May 2020 11:22:10 GMT

Meet Cam Fraser, the sex coach helping men create healthy relationships with sexuality and masculinity.

In this episode we touch on sexual performance, end goals for intimacy, warped expectations of women and sex, and so much more. For me, this interview was an eye opener, one that I know most men will resonate with, which is a testament to the way Cam shows up with this message!

Want to work with Cam?
https://www.cam-fraser.com/

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It was IRRESPONSIBLE of me...

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Thu, 23 Jan 2020 01:40:13 GMT

This is how I'm tackling my default setting of "you're a piece of sh#t, take your life", because now I understand there are loads of you out there who feel or experience the same.

I have to take full responsibility and say that it was irresponsible of me to leave off the way I did in the video about my lessons from Extreme Leadership, without at least highlighting how I am actively or planning to overcome it.

If this triggers you, feel free to message me, or contact Lifeline on 13 11 14 to speak to someone equipped to help you!

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So you're INTIMIDATED by STRONG women?

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Wed, 29 Apr 2020 04:02:07 GMT

This is for the MEN out there who find themselves getting triggered by strong, independant, fierce, sexual women.... • • This is the time to step forward, step up and step out. We need MEN who can hold space for themselves, and in turn hold space for our sisters, so they can be unappologetically them 😍🚀

#109 - Heidi Anderson - Grieving identity as a new mum

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Tue, 11 Feb 2020 05:52:41 GMT

This week Heidi comes back for round to on the podcast, which is also her first "media outing" since the birth of her son Memphis!

In this episode she opens up about her struggle with acceptance, grieving the loss of her "career go getter" identity, body image and communication between her and Griffo as new parents.

*PS yes this cover photo doesnt look like grieving, but this is what convos with Heidi turn into LOL!

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#80 - Sarah Conlan - Needing validation & Talking about sexual abuse

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Fri, 02 Aug 2019 03:05:46 GMT

This week we meet the owner of Romfit, Sarah Conlan, as she opens up about some of the struggles shes faced and overcome up until now!

We touch on:
-Modelling her mothers dependance, on her father.
-Not being liked/fitting in
-Wanting to do the opposite of what was expected
-Drinkng problem
-Sexual assault
-Giving her power away in relationships

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#53 - Stefani Caminiti - Finding her Inner Ninja

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Thu, 21 Mar 2019 06:17:12 GMT

This week we meet the founder of The Inner Ninja Foundation, Stefani Caminiti, as she Opens Up about her depression, an attempt at her life and the resulting psych ward stay that made her feel, for the first time, like she "finally belonged".

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#54 - Tinesha Misky-Hajnal - following her partner overseas & body image issues in a new environment

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Thu, 28 Mar 2019 21:38:57 GMT

This week we meet Tinesha Misky-Hajnal as she Opens Up about the struggle she faced as an accomplished teen, in following her partner overseas and deviating from her expected "path". Tinesha also Opens Up about body image issues which arose through being amongst a new culture and how she's gone about not only rectifying that for herself, but also for other women, using her intimate new event/workshop, "soul chats".

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#63 - Michael Hayes - Supporting his partner through depression

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Sun, 26 May 2019 21:00:00 GMT

In this episode we meet the Mental Health Fitness Coach as he opens up about how he has supported his partner throughout her battle with depression, as well as the connection between exercise & mental health.

Open Up:

#94 - Stuart Watkins - Beating drug addiction & anxiety

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Mon, 28 Oct 2019 11:28:22 GMT

This week we meet Yogi & Dad, Stuart Watkins, as he opens up about some of the adversity he's been through & overcome throughout his life. In this episode we touch on: -Anxiety as a kid -Using drugs to cope as a teen -Depression -Suicidality -Nearly overdosing -Self imposed isolation To watch his episode: https://linktr.ee/open_up_podcast_ Thank you to our sponsors: Made it nutrition CrossFit Long Haul - Maddington

#237 The plastic Maori with Andy Ahchee

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Thu, 01 Apr 2021 09:00:00 GMT

This episode is more of a conversation than it is an interview.

It's a conversation between myself and a beautiful friend of mine, Andy Ahchee, where we discuss our experience as Maori boys and men, disconnected from our roots and our culture.

In it we speak into limiting beliefs, projection, judgement, fear, self sabotage and more.

Why you cant FORGIVE yourself! 😔🐍 - Making Sense of the Mess

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Mon, 04 May 2020 13:38:50 GMT

This is for the MEN who are finding hard to forgive themselves. These are 3 reasons I feel you may be facing resistance!

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#117 - Raniera Rewiri - Look up from the trenches

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Fri, 24 Apr 2020 06:00:00 GMT

Meet Raniera Rewiri, AKA The Plant Based Maori and Host of the Planting Seeds Podcast.

In this episode Raniera opens up about:
-Not receiving the love he wanted from his dad growing up & how he's been able to reframe his perspective on it.
-Seeking external validation through relationships.
-Being unfaithful and owning up to it
-Playing the victim and how he's been able to acknowledge and accept his role in relationship breakdown.
-His dream of being a speaker, then freezing on stage in front of an auditorium for 5+ minutes, then immediately attacking the fear and speaking again 1hr later.
-Acknowledging his progress and effort.
-His belief around consciousness and love.

This mans energy is infectious, so make sure you take the time to listen, digest and vibe high!

Direct download:

The Planting Seeds Podcast:
https://podcasts.apple.com/nz/podcast/planting-seeds/id1463125582

The 5minute rule: Making sense of the Mess

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Mon, 30 Mar 2020 06:59:56 GMT

This week I touch on a tool I learned from "The Miracle Equation" by Hal Elrod.

It's a tool that's given me space to tap into expressing myself and my anger, without putting myself or others at risk.

As a result, I've found I'm less snappy and triggered, because I don't have suppressed anger waiting to say hello lolol!

#113 - Daphne den Boer - Becoming HEADSTRONG

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Wed, 25 Mar 2020 09:01:06 GMT

This week we meet the Moodlifter, Daphne Den Boer as she opens up about her childhood, her experience with anxiety, and her new event HEADstrong which combines mental health with physical health, in an attempt to create a more hollistic way of life.

Watch:

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REFLECTION: Making Sense of the Mess

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Thu, 26 Mar 2020 09:00:00 GMT

Q&A - Advice for a marriage break-up

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Fri, 18 Oct 2019 08:52:30 GMT

#96 - Terri Bowman - Menstrual Psychosis

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Tue, 12 Nov 2019 10:17:21 GMT

This week we meet the ceo of Brain Wellness Spa, Terri Bowman.

Terri Opens up about over working herself, not relating to others with mental health issues, and her battle with menstrual psychosis, which saw her spend time in a locked psychiatric ward.

Terris story is one of overcoming seemingly insurmountable odds, and using the lessons to not only help others, but to also create her own therapeutic modality!

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Q&A - Helping someone who won't help themselves

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Fri, 18 Oct 2019 08:49:03 GMT

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Q&A - Dealing with Loneliness

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Thu, 05 Sep 2019 21:00:00 GMT

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#87 - Nicque Lilly Rose - From "Munted Face" to Mermaid

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Mon, 02 Sep 2019 08:19:47 GMT

Meet Happiness Co ambassador, Nicque Lilly Rose, as she opens up about the adversity and challenges she both faced and overcome throughout her life.

In this episode we talk about:

-Having a lower jaw that didnt stop growing

-Wearing a cage on her head growing up

-Being bullied for how she looked

-Using bulimia to be beautiful

-Self harm and a suicide attempt

-A stay in a psych ward

-Hating the colour of her skin

-An abusive relationship

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#84 - Maria Hutchison - Thinking sexual abuse, was actually love

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Wed, 28 Aug 2019 08:00:00 GMT

In this episode we meet Author, speaker and counsellor, Maria Hutchison as she opens up about some of the worst struggles shes been through and overcome to date.

We touch on:

-Being brought up in a cult like religious environment

-Being sexually abused by her grandfather

-Think it was love

-Losing her father as a 13 yr old

-Opening up and having her mother dismiss it

-A sex addiction

-Abusing alcohol

-Searching for external validation

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Q&A - How to PROCESS REJECTION

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Fri, 23 Aug 2019 08:07:42 GMT

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Q&A - How to deal with someone close, who is SUICIDAL?

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Fri, 23 Aug 2019 08:17:18 GMT

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Q&A - Advice for carers of Drug & Alcohol abusers?

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Fri, 23 Aug 2019 08:19:06 GMT

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#83 - Joey O'dell - F#CK SUICIDE

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Wed, 21 Aug 2019 03:17:11 GMT

Meet the host of The Fu3k Suicide Podcast, Joey O'Dell as he opens up about the worst struggles he's been through and overcome to date.

In it he touches on:
-His father running away while he was in the womb
-How having no father figure impacted him
-Being a loner and having no real friends
-Being the pleaser in relationships
-Running away from his problems
-The passing of his uncle and grandfather
-Masking pain with alcohol & travel
-Being unable to forgive himself for mistakes
-Having no self appreciation
-Depression
-Suicidality

To listen to his episode or for any of our other podcasts, videos or Q&A:
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Q&A - Is there a time frame for GRIEF?

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Fri, 16 Aug 2019 09:28:50 GMT

[ Q & A WK 6 ]

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#69 - Danielle Kettlewell - From "I am not enough", to Olympian!

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Tue, 11 Jun 2019 11:47:36 GMT

This week we meet synchronised swimming Olympian & Author, Danielle Kettlewell, as she Opens Up about her feeling of not being enough growing up, moving from her home in Canada to Australia, & the struggles (financial & mental) that came along with being an Olympic athlete.

Open Up:

lachlan@openupgroup.com

Website:
https://openuppodcast.com

Free FB community:
http://bit.ly/MakingMentalHealthMainstream

Public FB page:
http://bit.ly/OpenUpPodcastFB

Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/open_up_podcast/

iTunes:
http://bit.ly/openuppodcast-iTunes

Spotify:
https://open.spotify.com/show/7m4z7MgzinHhGf4r5tVpgz

Soundcloud:
https://soundcloud.com/openuppodcast

Youtube:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcTovdKChwndCNwGeXDHxGw?view_as=subscriber

#42 - Nathan Cassidy - Medicated for ADD as a 4yr old, the loss of his father and the masks he used as a result of it

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Tue, 25 Dec 2018 22:00:00 GMT

This week we meet Nathan Cassidy as he Opens Up about the struggle of growing up with ADD, the impact it had on his schooling, how he was perceived but most importantly, how it impacted his relationship with his mother. Nathan also Opens Up about losing his father as a teen and how that loss sent him on a downward spiral, leading to violence and alcoholism.

Open Up:

lachlan@openupgroup.com Website: https://openuppodcast.com
Making Mental Health Mainstream: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1803807789936760/ Public FB page: https://www.facebook.com/openuppodcast/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/open_up_podcast/

#39 - Troy Coward - Wrongfully suspected of murder & losing his father to suicide

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Wed, 05 Dec 2018 09:00:00 GMT

This week we meet Australian actor and Lifeline ambassador, Troy Coward, as he Opens Up about losing his father to suicide as a teen, and how being suspected of murder impacted his business, his mental health and his life.

Troys story is one of optimism and hope, being able to turn any unfortunate or traumatic event, into something that becomes a lesson rather than a regret. His life motto being, "it's not what happens to us in life, it's how we deal with it".

Open Up:

#21 - 32 years of policing, catching murderers & distorted views, with Sergeant Steve Mariu

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Fri, 03 Aug 2018 03:07:09 GMT

This week we get to sit down with Sergeant Steve Mariu, who has served the Counties Manukau and South Auckland region as an officer for the last 32 years.

He opens up about what he's encountered as part of the CIB and homocide squad, along with some of the struggles he endured growing up in the King Country of NZ.

Open Up:

EP01 - Never fitting in w Candy Love

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Wed, 14 Mar 2018 11:06:28 GMT

In this episode we sit down with Candyce Murrel, better known as candy love. She's an artist, spiritual mentor, reiki practitioner and blogger who's overcome self loathing, never fitting in and a failed engagement, to eventually become one of the most content and helpful people we've met to date.

Contact: @candyloveinspiringspiritualadventure on Facebook.

QUIT outsourcing responsibility 🤞🙅‍♂️ - Making Sense of the Mess

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Mon, 04 May 2020 13:45:46 GMT

Coming in HOT!! • • Im fired up BUT this needs to be said. Until you take responsibility for the role youve played in the the actions you take, which determine the life you lead... NOTHING will change. • • you can blame others to keep your ego safe and ignore the underlying issue... BUT as we know, no change except negative change happens in the comfort zone. • • BROTHERS its time to STEP UP & break through the bullshit!! • •
FREE course: "How to be VULNERABLE as a MAN" ⬇️ lachiesamuel.com

#252 - Invictus with Tim Morrison

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Sat, 14 Aug 2021 04:10:51 GMT

Tim Morrison is the creator of Invictus, a Mens programme centred around the masculine archetypes and values.

Through Invictus he has helped hundreds of men in WA, recently holding his first womens program too.

Invictus has been the most impactful program ive ever done, and in this podcast, we explore my experience of it, as well as a few questions I have for Tim.

The reason for this episode is to help those men and women sitting on the fence, get the answers they need, to feel safe enough to begin the process and receive Tims magic.

I do not push many offerings from others, but this is something I will vouch for with every bit of my heart and soul.

Lets go!

To get $100 off, use promo code: LACHIE

https://www.tim-morrison.com/invictus?fbclid=IwAR2NxzjukqdNRnHo9zXb34_ZZ2cec42Klg1FAOptd3tMqWOT8psYqQ-WEXQ

#23 - Overcoming naysayers when chasing your dream, with Ben Mikha

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Fri, 17 Aug 2018 03:51:02 GMT

This week we get to sit down with the talented Ben Mikha, one of Auckland’s premiere freelance content creators and the inaugural Discovery channel AU/NZ intern, where he created and curated content for their various social channels, all while travelling on little to no sleep. In this episode Ben Opens Up about some of the struggles he faced throughout childhood, like growing up at a financial disadvantage in South Auckland, having disdain for authority both at home and at school and the single moment that lead to him turning that all around. Ben also shares how he’s overcome the projected beliefs of others and how he’s handled the naysayers, as he’s turned his dream of working for himself as a content creator, into a reality. Open Up: lachlan@openupgroup.com Website: https://openuppodcast.com
Free FB community: http://bit.ly/MakingMentalHealthMainstream Public FB page: http://bit.ly/OpenUpPodcastFB Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/open_up_podcast/ iTunes: http://bit.ly/openuppodcast-iTunes

Q&A - Coping with no one asking RUOK

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Tue, 24 Sep 2019 02:00:44 GMT

For the next Q&A and all other content: https://linktr.ee/open_up_podcast_

EP09 - Failure in business and in love + a drug addiction, with Brendan McCormack

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Fri, 11 May 2018 05:39:00 GMT

We sit down with Brendan McCormack, Founder of Perthfitfam and Fitfam media, Regional Crossfit team athlete and F45 playoff champion.

Brendo shares how his failure in business and love impacted his mindset and actions, resulting in drug addiction and depression, which nearly cost him his life.

We also delve into both religion and psychedelics and how these allowed him to accept and overcome his failures, ultimately leading to a place where he idolises no one, choosing instead to love being the only Brendan McCormack!

Brendo:

https://www.facebook.com/thebrendanmccormack

https://www.facebook.com/perthfitfam/

https://www.facebook.com/fitfam.media.au/

Open Up:

connect@openupgroup.com

Private story sharing group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1803807789936760/ Public FB page: https://www.facebook.com/openuppublic/

EP08 - A paralysing brain injury & an earthquake w Norita Omar

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Wed, 02 May 2018 07:50:04 GMT

We get to know Norita Omar, inspirational speaker, business mentor and founder of Strive And Thrive, the social platform empowering people to strive through challenges and thrive into a positive, resilient life.

We hear how Norita loses her independence and control of her body after a fall from stage results in a brain injury, as well as how a 6.2 magnitude earthquake pushed her to greener pastures and a life where she now helps people help themselves.

Norita:

striveandthrive.com.au
-links to her socials are on the site as well as worksheets and other helpful and inspirational content.

Resilience Hackers private FB page:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/1846211169013004/
-weekly activities to help you build a more resilient mindset.

Open Up:

Private story sharing group:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/1803807789936760/

Public FB page: https://www.facebook.com/openuppublic/ Private FIFO story sharing group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/154986125167457/

Contact:

connect@openupgroup.com

https://www.facebook.com/lachlansamuelmariu

Q&A - My 5 year goal

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Tue, 24 Sep 2019 02:05:00 GMT

For the next Q&A and all other content: https://linktr.ee/open_up_podcast_

#251 - How to be Authentically YOU (Live workshop)

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Fri, 09 Jul 2021 08:11:13 GMT

#251 - How to be Authentically YOU (Live workshop)

This is a workshop I created specifically for the Conscious Leaders event here in Perth a few weeks back. I do feel there is real power in this, but this was just an outlet for me to get some of my thoughts around this topic, out of my head and onto paper.

I wanted to approach this from a slightly different perspective. Instead of focusing on action and behaviour, choosing to focus on what compels those actions and how we can begin to make more consistent and aligned actions, which lead to showing up as authentic... at least more often than not.

As of right now I have no intention of refining and continuing to deliver this, but if you see value in it, I would be more than happy to come to your club/organisation and do so.

#mentalhealth #emotionalhealth #authenticity #trauma #vulnerbaility #menswork #embodiment

Are you the Chicken or Eagle?

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Sun, 19 Jan 2020 21:00:00 GMT

A native american folktale about self limitation based on environment.

Listen to or watch this episode:

https://linktr.ee/open_up_podcast_

Q&A - How I combat PRESSURE

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Tue, 24 Sep 2019 01:59:35 GMT

For the next Q&A and all other content: https://linktr.ee/open_up_podcast_

#115 - Blase Grinner - The Conscious Man

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Thu, 16 Apr 2020 09:00:00 GMT

#115 - Blase Grinner - The conscious man In this epsiode we meet blasegrinner from C.M.B meet ups Blase opens up about.... -An abusive father -Being sexually abused as a 9 year old -Questioning his sexuality -Finding his voice -Losing his identiy as the captain of the QLD and NZ age grade rugby league teams due to his violent behaviour -Masking pain with alcohol, porn and gambling -Leaving a $200K salary package to explore coaching, and failing We also touch on our conversations leading into this podcast and how it nearly all fell through due to me showing up poorly!

#108 - Chelle McCormack - Lessons from Mrs Perth Fitfam

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Mon, 03 Feb 2020 07:56:27 GMT

Meet Mrs Perth Fitfam, Chelle McCormack as she opens up about the challenges shes faced and overcome throughout her life.

Chelle opens up about her childhood, transitioning from Australian Futsal captain to student, and the struggle that has come with building Perth Fitfam from hashtag to a thriving business.

Listen or watch:
https://linktr.ee/open_up_podcast_

#88 - Jaimee Sheridan - Overcoming the belief "all men leave me"

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Mon, 02 Sep 2019 08:26:40 GMT

Meet Happiness Co ambassador, Jaimee Sheridan, as she opens up about the adversity and challenges she both faced and overcome throughout her life.

In this episode we talk about:

-Losing her father as a young girl

-Her mothers cancer battle

-Playing the support role

-Losing her grandfather & uncle

-Burying all of that grief

-Becoming the funny fat girl

-Being the side girl

-Being the pleaser in a relationship so they wouldnt leave her

-Anxiety

For the next Q&A and all other content:

https://linktr.ee/open_up_podcast_

#47 - Emily Strange - Removing her breast implants & beating bulimia

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Fri, 01 Feb 2019 00:09:03 GMT

This week we meet Emily Strange as she Opens Up about her battles with bulimia, anxitey and depression as a teenager, as well as her recent decision to remove her breast impants. Emilys story is one of self acceptance and self love. Accepting and loving yourself for who you truly are, so you arent dependant on the sometimes superficial love or acceptance of others. Open Up: lachlan@openupgroup.com Website: https://openuppodcast.com
Private story sharing group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1803807789936760/ Public FB page: https://www.facebook.com/openuppodcast/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/open_up_podcast/

#22 - Charged with the manslaughter of his father & breaking the cycle, with Brendon Bell

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Fri, 10 Aug 2018 04:00:00 GMT

This week we meet Brendon Bell as he Opens Up about one of the darkest moments and periods of his life. One where he not only blamed himself for his fathers death, but was also charged for it in the hospital immediately after his fathers last breath. Brendons story is one of overcoming overwhelming hurt and guilt by finding a community, finding a love for self development, but most importantly, finding a lesson in the depths of the hurt to break the cycle of whatever family dynamics we’re brought up with. Open Up: lachlan@openupgroup.com Website: https://openuppodcast.com
Free FB community: http://bit.ly/MakingMentalHealthMainstream Public FB page: http://bit.ly/OpenUpPodcastFB Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/open_up_podcast/ iTunes: http://bit.ly/openuppodcast-iTunes

#235 Blaming Dad for MY disappointment 😭

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Fri, 26 Mar 2021 10:03:48 GMT

#231 Meet yourself in the darkness - Joel Stoianis

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Sat, 27 Feb 2021 01:48:52 GMT

Joels back for round 2, as he unpacks his recent break up, as well as the system he's using to process unworthiness, grief and sadness!

#232 Step away from the cock! with Douglas Karunakaran

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Mon, 08 Mar 2021 08:00:00 GMT

This week we're talking to Douglas Karunakaran aka Chocolate Daddie, the founder of Amongst Men stripper academy.

We dive into Dougs experience with cock shame and how he's moved through that by becoming a stripper, practising self pleasure and learning to embody his sensuality.

Have your SELF CARE tools, become SELF DEFENSE? 💙⛏

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Wed, 06 May 2020 09:16:26 GMT

This is for those of us who have implemented self care tools or practises to honour and commit to ourselves.... are you still using it as self care, or has it become a form of defense against the dark arts #gryffindor aka defending yourself from feelings and experiences that arent so desireable?

Ps not allowed in 😭😑

Free mens VULNERABILITY course:
lachiesamuel.com

Bro, let her go through your phone!! - Making Sense of the Mess

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Tue, 28 Apr 2020 04:00:00 GMT

Bro, let her go through your phone.. 👀

This is for all my men out there who cant let their partner go through their phone. Trust me, Ive been that guy... BUT I broke through the bullshit and made the changes necessary to quit being a man who was anxious and ashamed of his behaviour... you can too.

What would it feel like to not worry about this?
How much would your life improve without the constant anxiety?

How much better would you feel about yourself knowing you no longer had to hide parts of you from the people you love?

#106 - DJ Thompson - Made It Health & Fitness

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Thu, 23 Jan 2020 21:00:00 GMT

Meet co-founder of Made It Health & Fitness, DJ Thompson, as he opens up about the challenges he has both faced and overcome.

Throughout this episode we delve into his father asking him to choose who he'd live with as a 4 year old, as well as attempting to build and grow a supplement & fitness start-up.

Watch or listen: https://linktr.ee/open_up_podcast_

#105 - Toni Versic - The Empowered Man

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Mon, 06 Jan 2020 02:20:02 GMT

This week we chat to Toni Versic, as he opens up about the severe anxiety and panic attacks he suffered, as well as why he's walking away from a $500,000 a year business, to instead offer FREE empowerment workshops for men, all across Australia & NZ.

This mans energy, passion and enthusiasm for what he's chasing, will have you questioning the decisions you make and envisioning a life where you be and do more!

Listen to or watch the episode here:
https://linktr.ee/open_up_podcast_

#100 - Julian Pace - Finding happiness

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Mon, 16 Dec 2019 05:57:00 GMT

EPISODE 100!!!!

This week we meet Julian Pace, the Founder & Ceo of Happiness Co, Australias fastest growing social enterprise. They have been taking the country by storm, partnering with companies such as Optus, Hertz and Rio Tinto, as they spread their pre-emptive mental health approach across the country.

Julian sits down with us to open up about what it's been like at the helm of a business that's gained so much attention and traction, as well as how he's handled the responsibility and pressure of being 'the happiness co guy".

MCM#31 - Avoidance = Unnecessary Stress

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Sun, 12 May 2019 20:30:00 GMT

This week we talk about those hard to have conversations and how avoiding them actually leaves you worse off.

Open Up:

MCM#13 - Forgive yourself for your mistakes in 2018

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Sun, 30 Dec 2018 20:30:00 GMT

This week we go over 4 steps to forgive yourself for you mistakes in 2018!

Watch the video on our FB page!

Open Up:

MCM#9 - Pump the Plus +

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Sun, 02 Dec 2018 23:30:16 GMT

This week we listen back to a few clips from EP30 with the one armed real estate success, David Weir, to hear about how he was limiting himself and how he finally overcame those self limiting beliefs, by learning to pump the positive!

Open Up:

#28 - Losing a brother to suicide & how its affected her, with Lisa Gliddon

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Thu, 20 Sep 2018 03:00:00 GMT

This week we meet Lisa Gliddon, owner of That's Delish Cakes, as she Opens Up about the loss of her brother, along with everything she's had to deal with as a result of his decision, including organ donation, finances, his children and extreme grief.

Lisas story is one that reminds us to consider the ripple effects that taking our lives really takes on the people we love and the people we're closest to.

Open Up:

EP12 - Discover your true identity with Simon Shin

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Thu, 31 May 2018 04:00:00 GMT

In this episode we sit down with Simon Shin as he Opens Up about the worst moments he's experienced in life to date.

Simon Opens Up about being bullied because of his race, about how his parents couldn't believe him when he told the about how his uncle was sexually abusing him, and how that trauma lead to years of wanting to end his own life.

This is a powerful story of challenge, acceptance, forgiveness and love that ultimately leads to discovering your true identity.

Simon:
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100007986886537

Open Up:
connect@openupgroup.com

Private story sharing group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1803807789936760/ Public FB page: https://www.facebook.com/openuppublic/

FREE TICKETS to POSITIVE LIFE EXPO:
https://www.striveandthrive.com.au

#56 - Nina Silic - The pressures of being an IFBB pro & being a new mum

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Fri, 12 Apr 2019 01:44:04 GMT

This week we speak to former IFBB pro athlete, Nina Silic, as she Opens Up about the pressure to look "lean" as the face of fitness in her city at the time & how that impacted her health. Nina also Opens Up about being unhappy with her life in Perth, how she found happiness in the US & the challenge she currently faces of being a new mum! Open Up: lachlan@openupgroup.com Website: https://openuppodcast.com
Free FB community: http://bit.ly/MakingMentalHealthMainstream Public FB page: http://bit.ly/OpenUpPodcastFB Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/open_up_podcast/ iTunes: http://bit.ly/openuppodcast-iTunes

#52 - Wayne Chase - the grief and guilt after losing his son Mitch

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Thu, 14 Mar 2019 20:00:00 GMT

This week we speak to the founder of All Heart, an online Perth community where, like in this interview, he shares the story of losing his son Mitch in a motorbike accident, along with the process of coming to terms with it, then healing.

All Heart:
https://www.facebook.com/allheart15/?epa=SEARCH_BOX

Open Up:

MCM#20 - Do you appreciate yourself?

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Sun, 17 Feb 2019 21:25:23 GMT

This we week talk about self appreciation and why we should take the time to give ourselves some dap!

Open Up:

#49 - Francis Cronin - Walking 500 miles, sleeping rough & raising money for the homeless

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Thu, 14 Feb 2019 22:06:22 GMT

This week we meet comedian Francis Cronin as he Opens Up about his military past and why he decided to walk 500 miles, sleeping rough, without shelter and how it impacted him mentally throughout his 40 day journey.

Francis:
https://www.facebook.com/glowpunk/?epa=SEARCH_BOX

Open Up:

MCM#14 - 2 Questions to ask yourself when setting a resolution!

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Tue, 08 Jan 2019 21:00:00 GMT

This week we talk about resolutions or any significant change we declare to make and the 2 questions you need to ask yourself to ensure your goals and your soul are truly aligned.

Open Up:

#29 - From Bodybuilder to walking skeleton - living with chrohns and relinquishing the ego, with Mitchell Vickeridge

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Wed, 26 Sep 2018 03:46:34 GMT

In this episode we meet Mitchell Vickeridge as he Opens Up about his 6year battle with an untreated illness which was later determined to be chrohns. He also Opens Up about how he went from a bodybuilder, to what he called "skeletor", eventually having to relinquishing his ego during prolonged bed ridden isolation.

Mitchs story is one of resilience and acceptance. Being resilient enough to persevere through the struggle mentally and physically, as well as accepting all the lessons that come along with it.

Open Up:

#25 - Suicidal thoughts as an 8yr old & A paralysing fear of public speaking, with Shani-Faye Chambers

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Fri, 31 Aug 2018 04:00:00 GMT

In this episode we meet my beautiful friend and energy healer, Shani-Faye Chambers, as she Opens Up about suicidal thoughts as an adolescent and teen, adrenal fatigue induced depression and her paralysing fear of public speaking!

We also get down to details with just how she managed to not just recover, but bounce forward into a life where she's now helping people on a daily basis, through her practise as well as her speaking and teaching.

Shanis' story is one that reminds us to go back to what works for us as individuals and to trust that what calls us, generally is the right path.

Open Up:

EP11 - Saying goodbye to your 2.5yr old daughter

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Thu, 24 May 2018 04:00:00 GMT

In this episode we get to know Rachel Callander, speaker, author, trainer and artist, as she Opens Up about the struggles of cultivating a life of hope for her daughter, who was given no hope of living beyond 2 weeks.

Courageously, Rachel also Opens Up about how shes grieved, processed and healed since Evies passing at just 2.5 years old, along with the toll it took on her marriage.

Rachel:
www.rachelcallander.co

Open Up:
connect@openupgroup.com

Private story sharing group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1803807789936760/ FB podcast page: https://www.facebook.com/openuppodcast/

Your SIDECHICK aint gonna solve the PROBLEM 😳😓- Making Sense of the Mess

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Mon, 27 Apr 2020 08:25:23 GMT

Your SIDECHICK aint gonna solve the PROBLEM 😳😓

This is for those MEN that feel like having another partner is going to fill the void in their current relationships... like another partner will make them feel whole or worthy 😳

Brothers, lets not bullshit ourselves, most of us know someone who either has or had a side chick... Ive definitely been that guy. Ive been that fifo guy with a fifo partner... hell, multiple partners... and yes the flirting and sex made me feel good in the moment, but id instantly fall back into the anxiety of my partner finding out, deleting my facebook account so I didnt get caught out and feeling more ashamed of myself and therefore, less worthy.

So with that being said..

What void are you trying to fill with someone else?

How much would your life improve if you filled it with a deep sense of love and respect for yourself?

Change the MINDSET, change the MAN!

Lets BREAK THROUGH THE BULLSHIT!

#40 - Toni Versic- Overcoming Anxiety, Heartbreak and Suicidality

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Sun, 09 Dec 2018 11:06:19 GMT

This week we meet Toni Versic, the man behind Tonibody, the company empowering and helping thousands of men all over the world.

Toni Opens Up about his first panic attack along with the anxiety he still suffers from as a result of it. Toni gets even more vulnerable by Opening Up about his struggle through, depression and the suicidal thoughts that followed.

Open Up:

lachlan@openupgroup.com Website: https://openuppodcast.com
Free FB community: http://bit.ly/MakingMentalHealthMainstream Public FB page: http://bit.ly/OpenUpPodcastFB Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/open_up_podcast/ iTunes: http://bit.ly/openuppodcast-iTunes
Toni:

FB:
https://www.facebook.com/TeamTonibody/?epa=SEARCH_BOX

#92 - Cynthia Musafili Wright - Finding self love & taking action

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Wed, 02 Oct 2019 07:54:01 GMT

This week we meet author, speaker and founder of Regions International, Cynthia Musafili Wright as she opens up about the issues shes faced and overcome throughout her life! In this episode we touch on: -Not feeling like she was enough -Moving from Zambia to australia, alone as a teen -Cultural differences -Being a business women & a mother For the next Q&A and all other content: https://linktr.ee/open_up_podcast_

#247 - Helping a man feel sadness & grief

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Wed, 16 Jun 2021 09:20:23 GMT

I just had a stranger feel his sadness!! 😍 A few hours ago I got a call from a stranger (now a brother lol), someone whos currently mapping out the mental health plan for their mining organisation and was enquiring about working with FIFO Happiness for the next 12 months based off of a referral. During the call, after hearing in his voice a level of pain, I asked permission to help him feel the emotion that was present. He said yes (which he deserves to be celebrated for), and we dove deep... ultimately getting to a place where he allowed in and felt sadness in its fullnes, identified the memory where he hadnt fully processed this same feeling and allowed his body to express how it was inately designed to do. Tears flowed, shoulders relaxed and a genuine connection to himself andthis emotion created. Watch the video to hear a bit more ❤ #mentalhealth #emotionalhealth #miningmentalhealth

PENIS too SMALL?? promo

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Sun, 29 Mar 2020 11:16:31 GMT

PENIS too SMALL?? If ya feel that way that's ok, many men do... I know because I was one of them! Because of my insecurity I became a cheater, a manipulator and a narcissist. I hurt people just so I could feel like I was good enough. So I could feel like my "small" penis was good enough. Its taken me years of work to get to where I am now. It's taken hours of learning from coaches from all over the world... BUT I changed my belief, and I want to show you how to do the same.. Now back to you... Whether your belief that "my penis is too small" came from childhood trauma, upbringing, being mocked, porn etc, it doesnt matter, it can be overcome if you put yourself in an environment conducive to growth... one that will push your boundaries and challenge the beliefs that dont serve you. It will be hard AF (no pun intended lolol), it will be uncomfortable... but no change worth having was ever easy.

#246 Theodoros Fotopoulos - Letting go of the lone wolf

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Wed, 16 Jun 2021 09:00:00 GMT

#247 Theodoros Fotopoulos - Letting go of the lone wolf

Meet my good friend Theo, a beautiful man in his own right who has shown me what it means to be honest, disciplined and decisive... while also having an open heart and mind.

In this episode we talk about his trauma as a young man, nearly losing his life twice and how that created his previous lone wolf mentality.

From there we speak into how he unpacked that, along with what he's called in now that he has opened himself and his heart up to receiving.

#greece #greek #perth #podcast #plantmedicine #ayahuasca #huachuma #mentalhealth #masculine #warrior #king #magician #lover #somatic #menswork

#30 - Born with 1 arm & pumping the positive, with David Weir

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Thu, 04 Oct 2018 03:00:00 GMT

30 episodes! WOW what a ride! Thank you so much to everyone who has taken the time to listen, I truly appreciate you all!

In this episode we meet David Weir as he Opens Up about the struggles he's faced, having been born with one arm. David also Opens up about the tough realisation he came to when he finally realised that his self limiting beliefs were only providing him a life of mediocrity, then seeking help and eventually "pumping the positive".

We touch on:
-Self acceptance
-Rejection
-Self limiting beliefs
-The power of positive thinking
-Self development

Open Up:

lachlan@openupgroup.com

Website: https://openuppodcast.com
Free FB community: http://bit.ly/MakingMentalHealthMainstream Public FB page: http://bit.ly/OpenUpPodcastFB Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/open_up_podcast/ iTunes: http://bit.ly/openuppodcast-iTunes

EP05 - Going to war and dealing with death with Finn Johnson

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Wed, 04 Apr 2018 11:39:25 GMT

WARNING: F-words galore!!

In this episode we get to know ex crossfit regionals athlete and retired armoured vehicle gunner, Finn Johnson.

He shares with us his darkest moments to date, including his time at war in Afghanistan and the unexpected passing of family members.

He also shares with us how he managed to cope with the horrific situations he endured, situations that would leave most of us traumatised for life.

Finns actionable tip:
-Reach out to someone close to you, be it a best friend or family member.
-If that still seems too much, start with a txt first and progress at your own pace from there.

It seems obvious but most of us when we struggle are afraid of being a burden so we isolate ourselves in the belief we're only going to cause others strife. Like Finn says, most people will find it interesting because they'll like the idea of helping someone in need, so do it, pick up that phone and send that txt.

Contact Finn:
https://www.facebook.com/finley.johnson.39

OPEN UP

Open Up Private Sharing Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1803807789936760/ FIFO Private Sharing Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/154986125167457/

Open Up Public FB Page:
https://www.facebook.com/openuppublic/

Email:
connect@openupgroup.com

#82 - Lloyd Sampson - Losing his marriage & almost taking his life

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Tue, 13 Aug 2019 22:53:57 GMT

This week we meet the founder of Happy vibes tribe, Lloyd Sampson, as he Opens Up about some of the worst struggles hes battled through to date.

We touch on:
-Not being understood by his father growing up as an "emo kid"
-The pressure he put on himself being a provider/ new Dad
-Having his wife say "I dont love you anymore"
-Losing his marriage
-Attempting to take his life
-Opening Up about it all

For his podcast episode & all our other content:
https://linktr.ee/open_up_podcast_

#241 My JEALOUSY from this week

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Wed, 14 Apr 2021 02:39:08 GMT

JEALOUSY from this week 😬 This is a video about an experience I had this week, seeing 2 beautiful men in achieving, and how I eventually went from cheerleader, to being in scarcity and playing the victim. I also speak into why I can pull myself out of those funks now 🔥 Something important to note that I havent touched on in the video is the importance of celebration and reflection. Reflecting on what I have achieved and giving my self permission to fully celebrate and integrate that feeling of pride and accomplishment! #jealousy #emotionalintelligence #fifozero #fifohappiness #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness

#116 - Isaac John - Making the most of your setbacks

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Wed, 22 Apr 2020 08:00:00 GMT

This week we meet Isaac John, the former Kiwi International who made the transition from frequently injured athlete, to a thriving apparel co-founder and podcast host.

In this episode we touch on:
-Getting used to winning young
-How he handled losses
-The pressures of being a professional sportsman
-Dealing with injuries
-Not worrying about the opinions of others
-Transitioning from athlete to business owner
-How he perceives failure
-Dealing with expectations

The Ice Project (podcast):
https://theiiceproject.libsyn.com/

To order from YKTR:
https://www.yktr.com.au/

I finally FEEL WORTHY!! 🌠👀

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Wed, 13 May 2020 06:23:29 GMT

This is me giving myself permission to freely express myself about the challenging yet beautiful transformation ive gone through the last 7-8 weeks as a part of Kaboom coaching by @prestonsmiles 💙 I honestly feel more free and worthy than ive ever felt. Ive dropped the 'good boy'/'mental health guy' mask and really have just given myself permission, thanks to the push from my coaches, to put my dick on the table (fun size 🤣) and be unappologetically me. Like "fuck you pay me" unappologetic lol. What thats meant for me is opportunities that I align with and men coming into my sphere who Im beyond excited to work with, just because Im no longer in a state of lack, or perceived lack, be it self worth or financial. So.. there are a bunch of aussies right now who withdrew super without desperately needing it... and to them what id say is this... if you dont currently have the life you want, how could you use that cash to improve it? material possessions, or life changing breakthrough with a coach who will challenge you, push you and give you the gentle yet loving slaps that will help you find your worth? Drop a 👀 if ya feel this deep in ya pluuums because im lit to the tits!! 🌋🌋🌋🌋

#125 - Bryn Edwards - Our addiction to knowing

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Tue, 15 Sep 2020 04:24:03 GMT

This week we're back to chat with Bryn Edwards, host of WA real, to talk about conspiracies, narcissism, psyche, shadow, knowing and a whole lot more.

I've gotta be honest, I came into this interview believing that Bryn was of the same belief as me, that "we need to stand up and fight for our rights".... BOYYY was I wrong lol.

Bryn came in absolutely firing and spoke into what he sees playing out in those that are taking a stand for either side. Let me be clear, this will trigger some of you, but if you're open to receiving, I know this will be one of the most powerful, profound and aligning interviews you will listen to.

This conversation was the loving slap in the face that I needed to move from a state of resistance and anxiety, to one of surrender, openness and ultimately peace.

I really do hope you enjoy this.

EP00 - Welcome to the Open Up Podcast - My story

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Wed, 14 Mar 2018 10:57:39 GMT

In this episode you'll get an idea of what the Open Up Podcast and Group are about, who they'll help and where we see them both going. Lachlan Samuel, our host, tells us of his struggle with a fear of failure and what ultimately lead him to attempt suicide. You'll also hear what tips tools and tactics he used to come back from his darkest moments.

#248 Getting off the Beer - Geoff Gibson

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Fri, 18 Jun 2021 08:00:00 GMT

Meet Geoff Gibson, a good friend of mine who has spent the last 20 years surfing, skating and working on oil rigs. In this episode we speak about his new book and course, where he helps men manage their consumption of alcohol. We delve into Geoffs childhood, as well as his addictions, institutionalisation and how he managed to pull it all back. #addiction #alcoholic #menswork #avoidance #emotionalintelligence

Q&A - Processing Emotional hangover

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Fri, 16 Aug 2019 09:26:49 GMT

[ Q & A WK 6 ]

For the next Q&A and all other content:

https://linktr.ee/open_up_podcast_

Do something that SCARES you! 🐞🕷

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Wed, 13 May 2020 06:54:14 GMT

This is for all my MEN out there looking the create a life they love by breaking out their comfort zone! I consider myself deeply committed to myself and self actualisation so those arent the only fears Ive broken through lately... A couple in the last year have been: -Returning to the mining industry as a mental health speaker after being evacuated for being suicidal -Pricing a couple weekends of work at $50,000, which was way beyond anything I though I could ever hold or be worthy of. -Crying in front of strangers. -Holding the first ever FIFO mental health summit...twice. -Getting naked in front of a room of 100 people. -Confronting my parents. -Owning my mistakes, mostly around ego driven behaviour. -Allowing myself to be seen. -Allowing myself to be supported, especially by women. -Paying $9000 for a course 🤯 -Allowing myself to step into coaching and change mens lives -Declaring my admiration for Donald Trump ...annnnnd so much more lol Me: Shit thats a lot... good on ya Lachie...! Mee: Oh thanks bro I know! #WIN 🤣😍

MCM#8 - What is "fitting in" holding you back from?

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Sun, 25 Nov 2018 21:00:00 GMT

This week we listen back to EP35 with Yasmin Eve as we delve into her need for acceptance and what it was holding her back from!

Open Up:

#233 Realise your magic! with Courtney wilder

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Fri, 12 Mar 2021 09:00:00 GMT

Meet Courtney Wilder, astrologist and intuitive business coach.

In this episode we dive into courtneys upbringing, within a cult like religious environment. Courtney speaks into how the sexist hierarchy and the limitations within that environment shaped her behaviour, as well as how she managed to turn it all around!

You aint Bob the Builder, so DONT f#cking fix it! - Making Sense of the Mess

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Wed, 29 Apr 2020 04:00:35 GMT

This is for the MEN out there doing the work already, who feel themselves pulling away and want to FIX the people in their lives who they feel arent where they want them to be...

#36 - Martin Ball - Bullied into anxiety, depression & suicidality

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Wed, 14 Nov 2018 09:00:00 GMT

In this episode we meet Martin Ball as he Opens Up about how bullying while working FIFO caused him to suffer from anxiety and panic attacks, eventually leading to depression and planning to take his own life. Martin also Opens Up about how he overcame it all, including the courageous and inspiring action he took, taking a space in a mental health hospital. Martins story is one of forgiveness and love. Forgiving the people who hurt him while also sending them love, rather than retaliating with toxicity. Open Up: lachlan@openupgroup.com Website: https://openuppodcast.com
Free FB community: http://bit.ly/MakingMentalHealthMainstream Public FB page: http://bit.ly/OpenUpPodcastFB Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/open_up_podcast/ iTunes: http://bit.ly/openuppodcast-iTunes

Martin Ball: www.facebook.com/martininspires

www.instagram.com/martininspires

www.martininspires.com

My ICEBATH process & WHY ❄☃️

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Wed, 06 May 2020 09:21:28 GMT

Since @iceman_hof made cold shock therapy mainstream, its become common place to see your friends and family posting about cold showers, morning beach dips and ice baths... but why?

There are many benefits, but the ability to handle external stressors def tops the list for me. Learning how to connect back in to my body when it says "holly fuck thats cold!" is such a powerfull skill/tool to have in your kit... and ultimately I really do believe that the way you respond to cold, reflects the way you respond to external stressors within your day to day life.

If your in Perth and dont want to do it alone, then check out @humanexcellenceproject when everything goes back to normal!

Pre-cold youtube links:
https://youtu.be/OR8akmRraFk
https://youtu.be/sNQPBj-tiIg

Free mens vulnerability course ⬇️
lachiesamuel.com

#91 - Eloise Pascal - Plus size women are just as WORTHY

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Wed, 25 Sep 2019 10:45:11 GMT

This week we meet speaker, coach & blogger, Eloise Pascal as she open up about the challenges shes both faced and overcome throughout her life.

We touch on:
-Losing her mum at 6years old
-Being bullied for being overweight
-Identity issues, being called a lesbian
-Eating disorders
-Depression & suicidality
-Getting off of duramine
-Being an influencer on instagram & the expectations of the audience

For the next Q&A and all other content: https://linktr.ee/open_up_podcast_

Q&A - How to instil belief into a friend!

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Wed, 31 Jul 2019 09:00:00 GMT

Lachlan@openupgroup.com All our channels/ services: https://linktr.ee/open_up_podcast

MCM#19 - Why we talk SHIT about others!

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Sun, 10 Feb 2019 20:00:00 GMT

This week we talk about ourselves, specifically when we talk smack & what that's really trying to tell us about the state that we're in mentally.

I share my recent smack talking escapades, which won't make me the favourite among the people I admire most, but it's the truth, and it's something I wanted to own, so I can relinquish that part of me in relation to them.

Open Up:

Lachlan Samuel LIVE: my story (RAW AF)

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Sun, 25 Aug 2019 04:31:04 GMT

⚠️ WARNING: RAW AF ⚠️

This is my story in 30mins. This is me at my core. No masks. No fronting. Pure vulnerability & authenticity 🚫👺

If it resonates, please share it or tag someone who needs to see it ❤

In it I talk about:
-Being a cheater
-Being a narcissist
-Being an addict (porn, drugs, alcohol)
-Self hate
-Trying to force my daughters mother into an abortion
-Depression & suicide in my partner
-My own battle with depression & suicide
-Losing a friend to suicide
-Not feeling like I was enough
-Being introduced to sex, by a guy, as an 8yr old
-Questioning whether I was gay or not.
-Looking for a porn star partner
-Worrying about having a small dick

So incredibly humbled to be asked to do so by Julian Pace & Robbie Figg of Happiness Co

Also so incredibly grateful that the beautiful AJ Winters, who crushed her talk (yaa queen 💃), filmed it for me.

For all our podcasts, videos etc:
https://linktr.ee/open_up_podcast_

MCM#11 - Embrace the suffer & callus your mind

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Sun, 16 Dec 2018 21:00:00 GMT

This week I share one of the most powerful takeaways from the book "Can't hurt me" by David Goggins, which revolves around his idea of forming mental calluses through perseverance.

If you haven't already, you need to get this book.

Open Up:

#51 - Mitch Wallis - Heart on my sleeve

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Thu, 07 Mar 2019 06:05:07 GMT

This week we meet Mitch Wallis, founder of "Heart on my sleeve", the global social movement changing the way we speak about mental health.

Mitch Opens Up about the struggles he's faced throughout his life, like anxiety and panic attacks, along with how he has gone about managing it all, to a point where he now changes lives daily through his work with this heart based movement.

Heart on My Sleeve:

Website:
https://heartonmysleeve.org

Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/heartonmysleevemovement/

Open Up: lachlan@openupgroup.com Website: https://openuppodcast.com
Free FB community: http://bit.ly/MakingMentalHealthMainstream Public FB page: http://bit.ly/OpenUpPodcastFB Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/open_up_podcast/ iTunes: http://bit.ly/openuppodcast-iTunes

#85 - Michelle Powell - Taking ownership of her life

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Mon, 02 Sep 2019 00:45:05 GMT

Ladies of Happiness Co - 1/5

Meet Author, Speaker & Happiness Co ambassador, Michelle Powell.

Michelle Opens up about the challenges and adversity shes faced and overcome throughout her life & what lessons shes learnt along the way.

In this episode we talk about:
-a violent father
-sexual abuse by her uncle
-feeling like the chosen one because of the abuse
-not feeling totally accepted as the step daughter
-an abusive & controlling husband
-being forced to have sex/ get pregnant
-having to lie to protect her husbands public image
-being drugged and having her accounts drained
-being admitted to a psych ward
-her husband moving away with her kids
-not having seen her kids for 4+ years

Michelles story is one of overcoming the odds, finding yourself, finding your tribe & doing all you can to become the best possible version of yourself along the way!

For the next Q&A and all other content:
https://linktr.ee/open_up_podcast_

#35 - Yasmin Eve - Suppressing emotion as a child & body image issues

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Wed, 07 Nov 2018 08:30:00 GMT

In this episode we meet Yasmin Eve, founder of the Holistic Hub Perth, as she Opens Up about growing up with a mother with bi-polar and how that impacted her development in regards to expressing herself emotionally. Yasmin also Opens Up about how she overcame her toxic relationship with food and her body after becoming so obsessed with how she looked that she began to punish herself by severely limiting her food intake.

Yasmin story is one of tremendous courage, auditing her life and the events that shaped her, working through them, then using those lessons to grow and help others!

Open Up:

#38 - Hayley Peak - The challenges of raising a child with Autism & ADHD

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Wed, 28 Nov 2018 09:00:00 GMT

This week we meet Hayley Peak as she Opens up about the challenges both her and her family have endured while raising a child with Autism & ADHD, which include selling their business at a loss, fearing for theirs and others lives, depression and constant uncertainty.

Hayleys story is one of perseverance, acceptance and self development. Persevering through the struggle, accepting it as part of her journey, then learning and growing until she found something that would ultimately better the life of her son, and in turn her family.

Open Up:

#77 - Dixie Ramirez - Being indigenous & Loving yourself more

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Mon, 15 Jul 2019 07:36:35 GMT

This week we meet Dixie Ramirez as she Opens Up about growing up as a Maori/ Aboriginal girl who would put power on her face, praying to look like her Welsh step family. She also Opens Up about her parents not being able to raise her & how that left her feeling unwanted & unloved... which caused underlying beliefs that would ultimately see her become egotistical, masculine & violent. Dixies story is one of self awareness self acceptance & self care. One where she went from feeling unloved, to loving herself enough to choose her own path, no matter how challenging. Open Up: lachlan@openupgroup.com Website: https://openuppodcast.com
Free FB community: http://bit.ly/MakingMentalHealthMainstream Facebook: http://bit.ly/OpenUpPodcastFB Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/open_up_podcast/ iTunes: http://bit.ly/openuppodcast-iTunes Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7m4z7MgzinHhGf4r5tVpgz Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/openuppodcast Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/open-up-podcast-2/open-up-podcast Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcTovdKChwndCNwGeXDHxGw?view_as=subscriber

#73 - Peter Balcarek - Masking pain with alcohol & bravado

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Mon, 24 Jun 2019 09:43:09 GMT

Meet mental health speaker, Peter Balcarek, as he Opens Up about the breakdown of his relationship, & how he initially tried to mask the pain with alcohol & bravado.

As a result of masking his pain, Peter eventually became depressed. Finding it hard to function in that state, he also became dependant on a close friend, until one day that same friend had no choice but to admit Peter to a mental hospital.

Open Up:

lachlan@openupgroup.com Website: https://openuppodcast.com
Free FB community: http://bit.ly/MakingMentalHealthMainstream Facebook: http://bit.ly/OpenUpPodcastFB Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/open_up_podcast/ iTunes: http://bit.ly/openuppodcast-iTunes Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7m4z7MgzinHhGf4r5tVpgz Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/openuppodcast Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/open-up-podcast-2/open-up-podcast Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcTovdKChwndCNwGeXDHxGw?view_as=subscriber

MCM#4 - Choose Courage over Comfort

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Sun, 28 Oct 2018 21:30:00 GMT

In this Mini Cast Monday we cover a quote in the book Rising Strong by Brené Brown, which is to "choose courage over comfort".

We listen back to a soundbite from EP07 with Leon Ruri founder of Haka For Life, as he explains how he implemented this in his life, making the heartbreaking decision to choose courage in the form of truth, over comfort, which would've been to continue living a life of deceit, manipulating the way he was perceived by the woman he loved.

Open Up:

#74 - Blake Wood - Losing a friend to suicide & FIFO ZERO

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Wed, 26 Jun 2019 21:00:00 GMT

This week we meet R U OK? ambassador & co-founder of FIFO Zero, Blake Wood. Blake Opens Up about his father constantly telling him he was a mistake & how that unresolved emotional abuse eventually lead to alcoholism, depression & suicidality.

Blake also Opens Up about the loss of his friend to suicide & how that has driven him to save lives in the FIFO industry.

*FIFO - fly in fly out

Open Up:

#33 - Dr Pamela Dunn - Waking from a coma with paralysis & the power of the mind

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Thu, 25 Oct 2018 08:30:00 GMT

In this episode we meet Dr Pamela Dunn, Author of the book "Survived " and co-founder of Perth Photo Medical Centre, as she Opens Up about her battle with Guillian Barré Syndrome, a disease where the immune system attacks the nervous system. She details her decline from a 'normal' life, to the moment she woke up from an induced coma without the ability to move or speak, which she endured for the following 7 weeks!

Pamela also Opens Up about her divorce 10 years earlier which saw her embark on a path of self development that would ultimately give her the tools to persevere though her battle with GBS.

This is a story that shows the true power of an optimistic mindset fused with steely determination to work through trauma, no matter how difficult it seems.

Open Up:

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Perth Photo Medical Centre FB

Website

#45 - Joe Williams - Defying the enemy within

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Tue, 15 Jan 2019 23:17:56 GMT

This week we speak to author, public speaker, former NRL player and former WBC junior welterweight world boxing champion, Joe Williams, as he opens up about his struggle with the enemy within, which began as a 13 year old.

Joes story is one of acceptance and reconnection. Accepting who we are and not only connecting to ourselves, but also our roots and traditions.

Find Joe here:

https://www.joewilliams.com.au

Open Up:

#55 - Connie Boglis - Losing your veteran partner to PTSD & suicide

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Fri, 05 Apr 2019 03:11:10 GMT

This week we meet Connie Boglis- Counsellor & Author, as she Opens Up about the struggle her partner Jessefaced, as a veteran who returned with PTSD.

Connie also Opens Up about Jesses passing, how she's helping change procedures for veteran care, and how her new childrens book "Once Upon a Feeling", helped her heal from it all.

Find connies book here: 👇😍
https://www.connieboglis.com/shop

Open Up:

#61 - Morgan J. Crawford (pt.1) - A solo trip around the world at 18 & losing his mother to suicide

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Tue, 21 May 2019 21:00:00 GMT

In this episode we meet strategic advisor & speaker, Morgan J Crawford, as he Opens Up about the loss of his mother as a 6 year old, how that's impacted him & the lessons he learnt from a solo trip around the world as an 18 year old.

Open Up:

MCM#29 - Use this reset tool for heated moments

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Sun, 28 Apr 2019 21:00:00 GMT

This week week we're gonna talk about a tool that we can use to give ourselves some clarity in those heated moments. Shout out to Dave Crispin for the tip!

Open Up:

#67 - Emma Romano - Changing her mindset to heal herself of MS

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Wed, 05 Jun 2019 01:31:19 GMT

We meet international coach & speaker, Emma Romano as she Opens Up about her struggle with Multiple Sclerosis, along with how she went about changing her mindset, to in turn change her life.

Open Up:

lachlan@openupgroup.com

Website:
https://openuppodcast.com

Free FB community:
http://bit.ly/MakingMentalHealthMainstream

Public FB page:
http://bit.ly/OpenUpPodcastFB

Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/open_up_podcast/

iTunes:
http://bit.ly/openuppodcast-iTunes

Spotify:
https://open.spotify.com/show/7m4z7MgzinHhGf4r5tVpgz

Soundcloud:
https://soundcloud.com/openuppodcast

Youtube:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcTovdKChwndCNwGeXDHxGw?view_as=subscriber

#66 - JoashuaCarn Meutariki - Turning ADHD from limitation to Superpower

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Sun, 02 Jun 2019 21:00:00 GMT

This week we meet co-founder of The Tribe - Strength Through Movement, JoshuaCarn Metuariki, as he Opens Up about growing up with ADHD & how it impacted the way he thought about himself, as well as the way he interacted with others.

Open Up:

#122 - Jeddy Azuma - The Rising Man

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Wed, 03 Jun 2020 09:00:00 GMT

Meet Jeddy Azuma, the founder and host of the Rising Man Movement & Podcast, which aims to initiate a generation of men into power and purpose!

Jeddy is someone I've wanted to speak to for a while, after having many of the people I admire speak so highly of him, so I'm beyonnnd grateful to bring this to you all, especially my brothers!

This is a conversation around Jeddys own experience having no purpose in his 20's, being an uninitiated man who didnt know how to look for guidance and ofcourse how he's used that experience to create a space for MEN to rise!

Want to work with Jeddy?
https://risingman.org/

Free Vulnerability Course:
lachiesamuel.com

#93 - Jake Loreto - Too ANXIOUS to leave the house!

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Wed, 09 Oct 2019 10:16:47 GMT

This week we meet founder of The Breath Movement, Jake Loreto, as he Opens Up about some of the challenges hes both faced and overcome throughout his life.

In this episode we touch on:
-His parents divorce
-Relationship insecurities
-Commitment issues
-Anxiety and panic attacks
-Agoraphobia

Listen to the podcast on your fave podcast platform:
https://linktr.ee/open_up_podcast_

#26 - Forced into coming out as GAY & developing self acceptance, with Thomas Marlow

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Wed, 05 Sep 2018 03:00:00 GMT

For EP26 we meet Thomas Marlow, Host of the podcast Tom's Talk Time, journalist for the West Australian & presenter for 7News, as he Opens Up about the struggles of not only having to "come out" as a gay man, but also the "shit" that comes along with it all, including being bullied, being boxed in as "gay Tom" and more.

Toms story is one of deep self acceptance, resilience and trusting that things truly do change over time.

Open Up:

#89 - Shannon Edwards - Relinquishing guilt & shame

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Mon, 02 Sep 2019 08:31:29 GMT

Meet Happiness Co ambassador, Shannon Edwards, as she opens up about the adversity and challenges she both faced and overcome throughout her life.

In this episode we talk about:

-Sexual abuse as a 16yr old

-Losing respect for herself because of it

-Getting a reputation for being the girl who slept around

-Running away from her problems (volunteer overseas)

-Toxic relationships

-Becoming the pleaser & losing herself

-Feeling guilty for having an abortion

For the next Q&A and all other content:

https://linktr.ee/open_up_podcast_

#79 - Sam Whitwell - Being the "Fat Kid" & never feeling worthy

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Mon, 29 Jul 2019 01:57:33 GMT

This week we meet Speaker, Tonibody mens coach & pastor, Sam Whitwell. Sam Opens Up about his struggle with bullying throughout his childhood & teenage years, being picked last & being told he’d never amount to anything… which lead to the belief that he would never be enough. Sam also Opens Up about finally dating "the girl of his dreams", who he pursued for 4 years as a friend, only to break her heart, due to his severe lack of self acceptance. Lachlan@openupgroup.com All our channels/ services: https://linktr.ee/open_up_podcast

EP02 - How betrayal almost resulted in suicide w Jude Young

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Wed, 14 Mar 2018 11:13:52 GMT

In this episode we sit down with Jude Young, Co-Founder of the popular WA Plants with purpose. He talks us through the worst moments he's experienced in life, including how his betrayal not only cost him his family, but also nearly his life. Get ready to tune in because we just give Jude the reins and let him riff!

Open Up:

Being Well with Julia Smith Podcast - Feat Lachie Samuel

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Mon, 21 Jun 2021 04:37:50 GMT

This is a podcast I was a guest on last week, with Naturopath and well being coach, Julia Smith. We spoke about my story, mens mental health and FIFO mental health, along with my current beliefs and perspectives around this. Julia has such a beautiful energy and Im grateful to have had the opportunity to not only be a guest, but also meet her in person! #podcast #perth #menshealthweek #mentalhealth #emotionalhealth #menswork #masculine #feminine #energy #archetypes

#239 Golden Shadow breakthrough 😭😭

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Fri, 09 Apr 2021 03:49:14 GMT

Golden Shadow breakthrough 😭😭 This is my breakthrough from our recent breathwork session and homework as part of Invictus, based on uncovering the golden shadow, and the ways in which we sabotage ourselves from stepping into and embodying those gifts.

Im so bloody grateful for the men I get to spend my time with in this group, and also so grateful for Tim Morrison for being the man he is and allowing for this transition to take place.

#240 Courage & Leadership breakthrough 🦁

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Sat, 10 Apr 2021 03:41:49 GMT

This is something that come through late last night after receiving messages about my golden shadow video 😭

In those moments I really felt proud of myself for showing up so powerfully in that capacity, but as I got in bed, it finally clicked that I had courage & ultimately leadership, all mixed up 😬

#238 Curiosity & Consciousness with Hemi Chase

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Mon, 05 Apr 2021 01:00:00 GMT

This week we meet Hemi Chase, as he speaks into his upbringing in a small country NZ town, masculinity, his curious nature and his experience with consciousness.

#236 Forgive yourself with Mirika Gavet

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Tue, 30 Mar 2021 09:00:00 GMT

Meet Mirika Gavet, the creator of Stripped Bare.

Mirika speaks into her decision to terminate her pregnancy and how shes worked on forgiving herself since.

#126 - Tinesha Misky - UNFILTERED

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Fri, 18 Sep 2020 06:27:37 GMT

Tins back in the house to chat about her upcoming program, UNFILTERED!

hello@tineshamisky.com.au

#114 - Luke Heka - Mens Medicine

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Wed, 08 Apr 2020 08:00:00 GMT

This week we meet Luke Heka from Mens Medicine, as he opens up about his life and all he's overcome.

We touch on:
-Being a Maori brought up in country Australia and not fitting in
-Meth addiction
-Needing doubters as motivation to achieve
-Owning who you are
-Taking responsibility for your actions
-The power of Mens Medicine

Direct download:
http://traffic.libsyn.com/openuppodcast/Luke_libsyn.mp3

#111 - Simon Cuthbert - Searching for context

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Thu, 27 Feb 2020 08:30:00 GMT

This week we meet Simon Cuthbert, who has spent over 20 years in HSEC design for mining companies.

Simon takes time out to open up about the challenges hes faced an overcome, including:

-the traumatic pregnancy period and birth of his 1st child
-choosing between work and supporting his family, as a high level performer
-depression and being rendered catatonic
-destructive coping mechanisms
-seeking professional help
-being diagnosed with ADD

Simons story is one of overcoming struggle, by relentlessly pursuing the answer to the question "why am I feeling this way?"

listen and watch:
https://linktr.ee/open_up_podcast_

#110 - Kendall Whyte - The Blue Tree Project

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Tue, 18 Feb 2020 09:30:00 GMT

In this episode Kendall Whyte, founder of the Blue Tree Project, opens up about the loss of her brother and how it sparked a movement which has seen trees all across the country being painted blue, for mental wellbeing awareness.

Listen & watch: https://linktr.ee/open_up_podcast_

#112 - Brendo McCormack - The FITFAM FINDR journey so far..

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Mon, 16 Mar 2020 06:41:45 GMT

This week we catch up with Brendo McCormack, founder of Perth Fitfam, and now co founder of Fitfam Findr, the dating app connecting healthy singles. In this episode we talk about the creation of Fitfam Findr and the challenges he's overcome up until now. *Fitfam Findr just had 10,000 matches! Listen and watch: https://linktr.ee/open_up_podcast_

Lessons from Bridge & Extreme

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Thu, 16 Jan 2020 08:56:13 GMT

There are plenty of reasons this video shouldnt have worked, but alas, it's here hahaha.

This is what I learnt through these back to back weekend workshops with Preston Smiles & Alexi Panos. No scripts, just straight riffing lol!

Listen to or watch the episode here: https://linktr.ee/open_up_podcast_

Bridge & Extreme - Brisbane 2020: https://thebridgemethod.org/the-bridge-experience-tickets/

#101 - Bek Antonucci - Finding what lays beneath

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Thu, 19 Dec 2019 08:09:37 GMT

This week we meet the founder of Econiq Active, Bek Antonucci, as she opens up about the most challenging moments and periods of her life, along with how she overcame it all.

In this episode we delve into:
-severe bullying
-depression & suicidality
-seeking external validation
-toxic relationships & abuse
-body image issues
-breast surgery problems

Thank you to our sponsor: Leader for Growth

#102 - Di Wilcox - Giving children the Magic Coat

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Mon, 23 Dec 2019 08:10:05 GMT

This week we meet the founder of the Magic Coat, Di Wilcox, as she opens up about the most challenging periods and moments of her life.

After becoming a teacher and seeing first hand how students are treated, Di has made it her mission to instil our kids with the positive and uplifting beliefs that they need to become the best version of themselves, also giving them the magic coat they need to protect themselves from negativity that may be present in their home.

We delve into:
-Sexual harassment
-Toxic relationships
-Self worth
-Loss
-Seeing limiting beliefs in kids as a teacher
-Creating a heart centred business

Listen to or watch Di's episode:
https://linktr.ee/open_up_podcast_

Thank you to our sponsor: Leader for Growth

#97 - Hana Tapiata - Reframing with Whakapapa

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Tue, 19 Nov 2019 08:00:00 GMT

This week we meet speaker, blogger & author, Hana Tapiata!

Hana opens up about the most challenging moments and periods of her life, including losing her identity as the rugby player, losing her father & using whakapapa to navigate a dark patch that lasted between 6-18months.

To listen to the podcast & for all of our channels:
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#95 - Alice Round - Turmoil, Transitions & Empowerment

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Mon, 04 Nov 2019 09:03:47 GMT

This week we meet nutritionist, mentor & womens empowerment coach, Alice Round as she opens up about the challenges shes faced and overcome throughout her life.

or the next Q&A and all other content: https://linktr.ee/open_up_podcast_

Q&A - Letting negative family go

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Tue, 03 Sep 2019 21:00:00 GMT

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Q&A - Supporting others grieving the same tragedy

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Mon, 02 Sep 2019 21:00:00 GMT

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#90 - Matt Bruce - The Army veteran, breathing through Mental Health

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Wed, 18 Sep 2019 08:46:52 GMT

This week we meet Army veteran, turned Meditation, Breathwork teacher & author, Matt Bruce. In this episode, Matt opens up about his deployment and the PTSD that came as result of his constant exposure to the most horrific and gruesome acts imaginable.

For the next Q&A and all other content:https://linktr.ee/open_up_podcast_

#68 - Slade Moore - Acknowledging your addictions

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Tue, 11 Jun 2019 00:17:57 GMT

This week we meet Perth MC, Slade Moore, also known as Earlybird MC, as he Opens Up about his childhood and how that resulted in his addiction to certain emotions, feelings & substances.

Open Up:

lachlan@openupgroup.com

Website:
https://openuppodcast.com

Free FB community:
http://bit.ly/MakingMentalHealthMainstream

Public FB page:
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Spotify:
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Soundcloud:
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Youtube:
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#64 - Rumbiie Mudzengi - How sexual abuse as a child lead to a suicide attempt as an adult

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Tue, 28 May 2019 21:00:00 GMT

This week we meet Rumbiie Mudzengi, as she Opens Up about the sexual abuse she suffered as a child & how that impacted her beliefs & behaviour from that moment on.

Rumbiie also Opens Up about her battle with depression, an attempted suicide & the resulting stay in a Mental Hospital.

Open Up:

lachlan@openupgroup.com

Website:
https://openuppodcast.com

Free FB community:
http://bit.ly/MakingMentalHealthMainstream

Public FB page:
http://bit.ly/OpenUpPodcastFB

Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/open_up_podcast/

iTunes:
http://bit.ly/openuppodcast-iTunes

Spotify:
https://open.spotify.com/show/7m4z7MgzinHhGf4r5tVpgz

Soundcloud:
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Youtube:
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#62 - Jaya Taki - Growing up fearing her father & processing the grief of abortion

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Thu, 23 May 2019 21:00:00 GMT

In this episode we meet Jaya Taki, owner of colonics sydney & co-founder of the healthyinsideout workshops.

Jaya bravely opens up about:

-The domestic violence that her family endured at the hands of her father whilst growing up
-An identity crisis that came from being a poor family in new surroundings
-The grief she experienced after making the decision to have an abortion
-Losing her brother to cancer
-Suicidal thoughts

Open Up:

#59 - Wayne McMurtie

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Thu, 02 May 2019 21:00:00 GMT

This week we meet former army medic & founder of run for resilience, Wayne McMurtie as he Opens Up about what he experienced while deployed in Afghanistan.

Wayne Opens Up about the PTSD he suffered as a result of a horrific explosion he was tasked with responding too, and how he's dealt with it since being diagnosed.

Open Up:

#57 - Kat Houareau - Disowned by her family for attempting to break the cycle of sexual abuse

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Thu, 18 Apr 2019 20:30:00 GMT

This week we meet Lifeline ambassador & host of the radio show "Road to Recovery" on 89.7FM, as she Opens Up about the sexual abuse she suffered as a child, how she opened up about it, and how she was treated by the people she loved.

Kat also Opens Up about being homeless, depression & the 3 attempts she made to take her own life.

Open Up:

#50 - Rahul Seth - Beating Bi-Polar with the power of community

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Fri, 01 Mar 2019 00:28:08 GMT

This week we meet Rahul Seth, founder of Perth Active Depression Support Group, as he Opens Up about his battle with bi-polar, along with how the power of community has changed not only his life but also the lives of the members in his group! Open Up: lachlan@openupgroup.com Website: https://openuppodcast.com
Free FB community: http://bit.ly/MakingMentalHealthMainstream Public FB page: http://bit.ly/OpenUpPodcastFB Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/open_up_podcast/ iTunes: http://bit.ly/openuppodcast-iTunes

Perth Active Depression Support Group:
https://www.facebook.com/PerthADSG/

#44 - Rongo Keene - Forging forgiveness in prison & becoming a pro strongman

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Sun, 06 Jan 2019 21:00:00 GMT

This week we meet Australias strongest man & now, pro strongman, Rongo Keene, as he Opens Up about his childhood, and the prison sentence that cost him his first shot at going pro, as well as nearly costing him his marriage.

Rongos story is one of acceptance, forgiveness and hard work. Accepting ourselves and our circumstances for what they are, forgiving ourselves and others and finally, working hard to create the life you want.

Open Up:

#46 - Bryn Edwards - Caught having an affair & the growth that came as a result

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Thu, 24 Jan 2019 20:30:00 GMT

This week we meet Bryn Edwards, the host of WA REAL, the show bringing real and authentic stories, from the most inspiring people in Western Australia, as he Opens Up about the affair that ended his relationship. Bryn also opens up about what he learnt about himself, his actions, his patterns, and shares how he overcame the self loathing, to not only forgive himself, but most importantly, feel so content within himself, that he no longer needs to masquerade as something he's not.

Open Up:

#41 - Jesse Wynyard - Awaken the alpha within

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Wed, 19 Dec 2018 08:00:00 GMT

This week we meet Jesse Wynyard, the speaker, athlete, life coach & mind behind Awaken The Alpha, the course set to teach men how to not only awaken the alpha within, but how to also remain in that alpha state. Jesse Opens Up about the most traumatic events in his life, including being a child on the run from an abusive father, substance abuse & the loss of his mother to cancer, along with how he overcame all of those challenges. We touch on recovery tools such as: -Meditation -Mentors -Breath work -Law of attraction -Psychedelics Open Up: lachlan@openupgroup.com Website: https://openuppodcast.com
Free FB community: http://bit.ly/MakingMentalHealthMainstream Public FB page: http://bit.ly/OpenUpPodcastFB Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/open_up_podcast/ iTunes: http://bit.ly/openuppodcast-iTunes

#43 - Logan Dodds - Losing his father & the pressure of content creation

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Tue, 01 Jan 2019 19:00:00 GMT

This week we meet content creator, Logan Dodds, as he Opens Up about losing his father to a brain aneurysm, as well as the pressures of being a content creator/social media influencer.

Logans story is one of belief and optimism. Belief that everything happens for a reason and being optimistic about the future no matter what roadblocks arise.

Open Up: lachlan@openupgroup.com Website: https://openuppodcast.com
Meaking Mental Health Mainstream: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1803807789936760/ Public FB page: https://www.facebook.com/openuppodcast/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/open_up_podcast/

#34 - Tim Morrison - Losing his fighters identity & a plant medicine journey

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Wed, 31 Oct 2018 06:39:52 GMT

This week we meet Tim Morrison, as he Opens Up about the identity he created as an elite level muay thai fighter, to escape his identity as the bullied and abused boy he had grown up as. Tim also Opens Up about how an injury would cause him to lose the identity he had as a fighter and caused him to not only question himself but his life.

Thankfully, throughout this reflection process, he made his way to South America with his father, to embark on a plant medicine journey that would change his life and kick start his path towards the man he is today.

Today Tim teaches men how to connect to themselves and to embrace their feminine energy, something he resisted while striving as his fighter persona. He highlights the services and workshops he provides at the end of the episode!

Open Up:

#32 - Julian Pace - Betrayal, immense loss & the guilt that consumed him

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Thu, 18 Oct 2018 08:00:00 GMT

In this episode we meet Julian Pace, Founder of Happiness Co and the Man Enough Movement as he Opens Up about an issue with abandonment as a child, dyslexia, and losing his father to suicide.

Julian also Opens up about how he handled the aftermath of his fathers passing, eventually suffering more loss, pain and grief as his cousin and best friend would eventually take their own lives too.

Julians story is one that highlights the need to acknowledge your pain and your trauma rather than masking it, as well as taking action step by step, day by day, in a bid to create real lasting change.

Open Up:

lachlan@openupgroup.com Website: https://openuppodcast.com
Free FB community: http://bit.ly/MakingMentalHealthMainstream Public FB page: http://bit.ly/OpenUpPodcastFB Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/open_up_podcast/ iTunes: http://bit.ly/openuppodcast-iTunes

Julian Pace:

Personal Facebook

Happiness Co

Man Enough

Website

#24 - The car crash that changed her life & living 15 mins at a time, with Cat Cronin

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Fri, 24 Aug 2018 01:28:57 GMT

In this episode we meet Irish artist, Cat Cronin as she Opens Up about the car accident that changed her life, from one of being an international level athlete to one of constant pain, one where she began living 15mins at a time.

Cat also Opens Up about the mental battle she faced throughout this period along with all the tips, tools and tactics she used to overcome a less than hopeful diagnosis, expectations of others, but most importantly her self.

Cats story is one of unwavering determination, focusing on the process not the prize.

Open Up:

EP16 - 3 generations of suicide, with Kane Fitzpatrick

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Thu, 28 Jun 2018 09:33:31 GMT

In this episode we get to meet Kane Fitzpatrick as he Opens Up about both his and his fathers depression, his attempted suicide as a teen, and the eventual completion of suicide by his father, which he describes as both the best and worst day of his life.

Kanes story is one of overcoming the feeling of being a burden, losing a loved one and taking stock of your life. It's about creating the environment, surrounding yourself with the right people and engaging in the activities that will heal your soul!

Open Up:

EP14 - Stop giving a FUCK! with Heidi Anderson

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Thu, 14 Jun 2018 04:00:00 GMT

In this episode we get to know Heidi Anderson of Hit!92.9, as she Opens Up about her life long struggle with anxiety!

Heidi story is one of triumph over struggle. A story of how to not give a fuck about the things that don't matter! She's forged a path out of the panic and chaos, into a life of calm clarity and contentedness! Enjoy!

Heidi:
www.realheidi.com.au

Open Up:
connect@openupgroup.com

Private story sharing group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1803807789936760/ Public FB page: https://www.facebook.com/openuppodcast/

EP07 - Telling the one you love you've cheated & a gambling addiction - w Leon Ruri

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Wed, 18 Apr 2018 11:52:05 GMT

In this episode we meet Leon Ruri, Founder of "Haka For Life", the not for profit thats using war dance to stand against male suicide.

Leon shares his worst moments in life including being beaten as a kid, his gambling addiction and how in order to become a man of his word, the man he wanted to be, he had to tell the woman he loved that he'd been unfaithful.

Contact Leon:

https://www.facebook.com/leon.ruri

https://www.facebook.com/hakaforlife/

Contact Open Up:

Private story sharing group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1803807789936760/

Open Up FB:
https://www.facebook.com/openuppublic/

connect@openupgroup.com

https://www.facebook.com/lachlansamuelmariu

MCM#6 - "Finding beauty in the broken-ness"

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Mon, 12 Nov 2018 00:00:00 GMT

This week for Mini-Cast Monday we listen back to a few clips from EP11 of the Open Up Podcast with speaker, photographer and author, Rachael Callander, as she speaks about losing her beautiful little daughter, as well as her relationship, while showing us how to "find the beauty in the broken-ness!"

If you haven't listened to the whole story, do yourself a favour and put it on your to do list!

Open Up:

#120 - Stefanos Sifandos - Leaning into UNCERTAINTY

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Mon, 18 May 2020 09:30:00 GMT

Meet Stefanos Sifandos, the mentor and coach that is empowering MEN to excel, helping WOMEN understand men, and helping relationships THRIVE.

In this episode we touch on the adversity and challenges Stef has overcome throughout his life, including childhood issues, violence, infidelity and more.

This episode is an amazing example of how leaning into uncertainty, and as Stef says, "jumping off the cliff", can lead to the breakthroughs that move you closer to a life where you're free to be yourself, while feeling worthy and content.

Want to work with Stef?
Coaching - https://stefanossifandos.com
6 steps to overcome pain - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cn_KJlEfGlQ&t=1s

My free MENS vulnerability course: lachiesamuel.com

#107 - Bek Antonucci - HERPES: Breaking the stigma

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Thu, 30 Jan 2020 04:29:46 GMT

How do you feel when you hear the word "HERPES"?

Well for people all over the world, it brings up the feeling of shame, as well as anxiety about the potential of others finding out and what they may think.

This episode is raw. Bek Antonucci bares her deepest darkest secret, in a bid to shine the light on an issue that is still very much considered taboo... living with herpes.

Bek shares the challenges she has faced and overcome while living with the virus. She delves into those challenges with pure vulnerability, speaking about being diagnosed and remaining in denial, to finally sharing her secret and realising that she was not alone.

If you listen to this and it resonates, please let either myself or Bek know. It takes courage to step up and out like this, so she deserves to know!

Listen & watch: https://linktr.ee/open_up_podcast_

Q&A - Asking "RUOK?" for brownie points

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Tue, 24 Sep 2019 02:02:18 GMT

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Q&A - Helping someone in a TOXIC relationship

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Fri, 16 Aug 2019 09:31:31 GMT

[ Q & A WK 6 ]

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#31- Being "the girl with the eye patch" & overcoming shame

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Thu, 11 Oct 2018 03:00:00 GMT

In this episode we meet Beth Banasik as she Opens Up about being born with a lazy eye, how it resulted in her having to wear an eye patch as a kid, resulting in being told she was different. Beth also Opens up about the sexual abuse she suffered at 9yrs & 17yrs, along with how those impact events shaped her personality and her life.

Beths story is one of true reflection, introspection and gratitude. Being brave enough to dig up the past and look it in the eyes, as she worked through it all, takings the lessons as learnings to be truly grateful for.

We touch on:
-being yourself
-fitting in
-stepping into the emotion
-dealing with shame
- the power of working through previous traumatic events

Open Up:

#37 - Corey Gaidzionis - PTSD from holding a friend as they passed away in your arms

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Wed, 21 Nov 2018 09:00:00 GMT

In this episode we meet Corey Gaidzionis as he Opens Up about the most traumatic moment of his life, holding a friend and work colleague as they passed away. Corey also Opens Up about how this event impacted his life moving forward, as well as what he's learnt and implemented as a result of it, as he's transformed from an egocentric and aggressive man, to a man who is using his lessons to help other men provide a safe space for their partners and kids.

Open Up:

#19 - Finding the courage to report sexual abuse & sudden loss, with Kira Wallis

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Fri, 20 Jul 2018 04:00:00 GMT

This week we get to meet Kira Wallis as she bravely Opens Up about the sexual abuse she suffered as a child, being made to feel guilty when opening up about it and how she eventually mustered up the courage to report it to police.

Kira also Opens Up about the traumatic sudden loss of her father along with how she's managed to heal from all of the hurt and suffering she's endured over her life time.

Kiras story is one of resilience and finding the right help, whether thats a professional, or the ones you trust the most.

OPEN UP:

#121 - Terry Cornick - Mr.Perfect

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Mon, 01 Jun 2020 09:40:47 GMT

Meet Terry Cornick, the founder of Mr. Perfect, the organisation and movement helping men connect with others, through BBQs that encourage conversation.

In this episode we also talk about his personal struggles, which include:
-Anxiety
-Depression
-PTSD
-Hiding his mental health issues
-Feeling like a fraud
-Playing the saviour role
-Work identity
-Fatherhood

To be a part of my FREE vulnerability course:
lachiesamuel.com

Q&A - Advice for ANXIETY

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Fri, 18 Oct 2019 08:51:25 GMT

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EP03 - Nearly dying in an underground mine & PTSD w Shannon Stewart

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Wed, 21 Mar 2018 13:36:50 GMT

In this episode we hear about Shannons turbulent childhood, near death experience while mining for diamonds, and his fear of failing to achieve the "mercian dream" he's envisioned all his life.

Unfortunately we didn't have time to get to his divorce and neck and back operations but we're certain there'll be a part.2 in the near future!

Open Up:

Q&A - How to identify & overcome insecurities!

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Mon, 29 Jul 2019 09:00:00 GMT

This is a snippet from our weekly Q&A, to join the private group, use the link below! Lachlan@openupgroup.com All our channels/ services: https://linktr.ee/open_up_podcast

#234 The drama triangle! with Brooke Nolly

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Mon, 15 Mar 2021 09:00:00 GMT

Brooke is a life coach specialising in helping women move from overwhelm, inaction and fear of money... to clarity, connection and wealth.

In this episode we talk to Brooke about her childhood, not feeling good enough, her obsession with being the best and her relationship with the drama triangle.

Whose 💙 did you CRAVE most?

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Wed, 13 May 2020 06:44:05 GMT

This is a quick one and something that I feel is sooo important to tap into while enroute to change, and that is...

1.Whose love did you crave most growing up?

2. Who did you have to be to get it? (whether you got it or not)

3. Is that still present and is it serving me?

STOP 🚫 talking about your EX!!

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Mon, 04 May 2020 13:41:35 GMT

This is for my DOODS who are in relationships, yet find themselves jumping in the time machine to revisit a past relationship and the experiences attached to that...

FREE course: "How to be vulnerable as a man"
Lachiesamuel.com

#118 - Joel Stoinanis - Connect to yourself!

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Tue, 28 Apr 2020 08:00:00 GMT

Meet Joel Stoianis, the Perth based coach helping men step into their manhood!

In this episode we delve into:
-going against the grain
-feeling like he owed his parents
-suppression
-personas
-giving himself permission to be super weird
-connecting with other MEN

Direct download:

Joels course:
https://evolvebrotherhood.com/

Q&A - How to handle doubters

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Sat, 07 Sep 2019 23:00:00 GMT

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#86 - Sammy Harper - Falling in love with her body again

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Mon, 02 Sep 2019 08:02:00 GMT

Meet Happiness Co ambassador, Sammy Harper, as she opens up about the adversity and challenges she both faced and overcome throughout her life.

In this episode we talk about:

-Her mother leaving them

-Her father becoming violent

-Becoming the protector for her brother

-Her violent step father

-Being outcast in school

-Alcohol & sex

-Being left in another country because she was "overweight"

-Learning to love herself & her body again

For the next Q&A and all other content:

https://linktr.ee/open_up_podcast_

Q&A - How would you deal with a bad work environment?

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Thu, 08 Aug 2019 06:16:22 GMT

[ Q & A WK5 ] To join the next one or to check any of our channels: https://linktr.ee/open_up_podcast_

MCM#26 - Living out of ALIGNMENT = being a FRAUD

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Sun, 31 Mar 2019 21:00:00 GMT

This week we talk about how when we're consciously living out of alignment, it means we're being someone, or something other than ourselves!

Open Up:

MCM#24 - Heart broken? or Heart open?

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Sun, 17 Mar 2019 23:20:37 GMT

This week we talk about heartbreak, and how to turn it into something positive that will help learn, grow and help others.

Open Up:

MCM#17 - What QUESTIONS do you ask of life?

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Sun, 27 Jan 2019 21:00:00 GMT

This week we talk about the questions we ask of our lives and how it impacts us moving forward!

WATCH THE VIDEO HERE

Open Up:

MCM#15 - How to handle HATERS

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Sun, 13 Jan 2019 21:00:00 GMT

This week we talk about why haters do what they do & how to handle them.

Open Up:

MCM#10 - Liberate yourself from the lie you're living

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Sun, 09 Dec 2018 21:00:00 GMT

This week we listen back to EP32 with Happiness Co founder and CEO, Julian Pace, as he tells us how he liberated himself from the lie he was living!

Open Up:

MCM#7 - Using vulnerability to deal with trauma as a soldier

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Sun, 18 Nov 2018 21:00:00 GMT

This week we listen to a few clips from EP7 of the Open Up Podcast with Finn Johnson, a retired armoured vehicle gunner who spent time at war in Afghanistan, whose story highlights the power that being open and vulnerable has , when we're attempting to deal with or process traumatic events.

Open Up:

MCM#2 - Are You Happy?

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Mon, 15 Oct 2018 07:00:00 GMT

In this 6minute bite we touch on the importance of taking the time to ask yourself whether you're happy or not!

Poem:

Its the most important question we can ask ourselves and others, Yet it hides, In our minds like a mine, Or kids under covers, Kept in a destination thats safe guarded instead, So it patiently resides inside our heads, Until the soil of our soul has been fed, Seeded with awareness, In all fairness its fearless to bring it forth, But a deposit is needed to retrieve it from the vault, Because revolt will the ego, While pleading for reprieve, And not to receive this assault on its existence, A beating on all its ever known, Defending the self its help resistant, Insistant on pretending its created a healthy system, As a result we've delicately sewn this life of comfortability conformity and routine, Handcrafted without higher intention, An invention designed for ascension, To sit atop a pyramid plastered with acceptance, Among a myriad of other rewards and feelings, An end without the meaning, Attention and applause is what you’ll receive, But is it what you need? Have you ever stopped to think? Think about what you’re doing and why? Or how its impacting your life? So for the first time, Confide in rather than deny yourself, Part with a part of your ego and invest in, Attaining that one question, T hats remained stealth, Collecting dust on the shelf, And once you have it make it snappy, Now genuinely ask yourself aloud, "Am I happy?"
Open Up: lachlan@openupgroup.com Website: https://openuppodcast.com
Free FB community: http://bit.ly/MakingMentalHealthMainstream Public FB page: http://bit.ly/OpenUpPodcastFB Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/open_up_podcast/ iTunes: http://bit.ly/openuppodcast-iTunes

#250 I won a national award, but expected to fail.. 🤦

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Wed, 30 Jun 2021 11:21:29 GMT

This is a video about my experience with being seen, receiving praise, and how that lead to me setting the intention to turn up to the announcement of the award winners, ready to fail and ready feel what it was like to not win. 🤣🤦

I guess thats going to have to wait lol

#mentalhealth #mensmentalhealth #menswork #award #perth

#245 Men and Love 🙅

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Tue, 04 May 2021 13:20:46 GMT

I did a heart check in after a testimonial I did filled with deep gratitude, to see what was alive for me and this is what came up and out.

#243 Self pleasure, haka & using my voice 🦁

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Wed, 21 Apr 2021 06:55:45 GMT

These are some of the realisations and breathroughs ive had over the last week as part of invictus and allowing that to flow to other areas of my life! I feel like ive found my inner warrior, im now using my voice powerfully and im feeling pleasure in the body!

#242 Mens work & focusing on self 🔥

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Tue, 20 Apr 2021 08:42:30 GMT

This is a 2min video I made for the men in one of our containers, but I feel is relevant to all of us on the healing/ self discovery journey!

#menswork #mensworkcollective #mentalhealth #emotionalintellegence

#244 Sexuality, porn, moaning & ejaculation 💦

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Thu, 29 Apr 2021 05:35:00 GMT

This is the experience ive had with my self pleasure practise, and what ive learned from my first experience orgasming without ejaculating!

#sexuality #seedretention #emotionalhealth #mentalhealth #porn

#128 - Darielle Asch - The power of getting uncomfortable

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Mon, 12 Oct 2020 05:16:30 GMT

Lachie where have you been?

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Thu, 02 Jul 2020 06:44:47 GMT

Although ive been flattered by the amount of people whove reached out, concerned about me not posting often, (lolol bless your souls) Id like to report that I am A O K!... in fact IM AMAZING!

So yeah this is a quick run down of what ive been up to, what Ive learnt recently, why i havent done a podcast in a while and whats coming next... 🚀🚀 ready for blast off like team rocket!

#123 - Jeff Agostinelli - Forging his own path and becoming next level

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Fri, 12 Jun 2020 06:28:59 GMT

Meet Jeff Agostinelli, the podcast host and coach thats helping others take their life and business to the next level!

In this episode we talk about Jeffs Italian background, addiction, choosing not to go to med school and the breakdown of his relationship as an Italian man.

To work with Jeff, or to listen to his podcast: https://jeffagostinelli.com/

BROTHER, Let that MANCRUSH happen! 👬

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Wed, 13 May 2020 12:32:27 GMT

This is just a riff off the back of an interview I did this morning which lit me up and made me fall head over heels for another man!

Tap in. Lean in. Embrace the connection!!

What is SHAME WANKING costing you? 💦🍆 - Making Sense of the Mess

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Mon, 04 May 2020 13:35:41 GMT

This is for my DOODS who give their sexual energy away to the fap gods.... while not being able to openly talk about it with their partners!

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PORN is SCREWING you relationships! - Making Sense of the Mess

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Mon, 27 Apr 2020 08:19:01 GMT

This is for the MEN who are facing or experiencing relationship breakdown... AND watch porn.

If this lands, message me on socials! @lachiesamuel

Covid-19 & Unemployment: Making Sense of the Mess

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Wed, 15 Apr 2020 00:30:00 GMT

This ones for all the people out there feeling like a failure after losing their job or their business.

YOU are Not a FAILURE!

Learn. Grow. Go.

Getting OVER your EX: Making Sense of the Mess

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Mon, 06 Apr 2020 07:06:54 GMT

This came up after seeing the majority a room of about 100 men, raise their hands when asked "who here is going through a break up or a divorce?"....

Direct download:
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Intro: Making Sense of the Mess

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Mon, 23 Mar 2020 09:37:21 GMT

Welcome to our new 2 min podcast series, called "Making Sense of the Mess".

You can look forward to 2 episodes per week, where I delve into the thoughts, feelings and experiences from throughout my life, in an easily digestible way.

Make sure you subscribe & review! https://linktr.ee/open_up_podcast_

#104 - Martin Mcphilimey - Sleep science & mental health

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Mon, 30 Dec 2019 04:00:00 GMT

For the first of our expert series interviews, we meet sleep scientist and founder of Performance through Health, Martin Mcphilimey.

Martin gives us an insight into the science of sleep, how it impacts mental health and how you can make the most of yours, to improve your cognitive ability/capacity.

Martin also gets vulnerable by opening up about his personal struggles, touching on his battle with severe anxiety.

Listen to or watch his episode here: https://linktr.ee/open_up_podcast_

Thank you to our sponsor: Leader for Growth

#99 - Dr Kat - Becoming f#cking fabulous!

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Tue, 03 Dec 2019 07:56:37 GMT

This week we meet confidence mentor Dr Kat, as she opens up about the most challenging moments and periods of her life.

Dr Kat gets deeply vulnerable, opening up about her childhood, her use of drugs and alcohol, toxic relationships, depression, suicidality and orthorexia.

Throughout this episode you'll see why she sees herself as "f#cking fabulous" and why others trust her to guide them to that same state of self acceptance and self love.

For all our content & platforms:
https://linktr.ee/open_up_podcast_

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Q&A - Cornering myself & figuring it out

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Fri, 18 Oct 2019 08:50:14 GMT

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Q&A - what did you learn from 28yr old Lachie?

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Tue, 24 Sep 2019 02:03:52 GMT

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Q&A - Social media & mental health

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Fri, 18 Oct 2019 08:47:48 GMT

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Q&A - How do I stay motivated?

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Fri, 06 Sep 2019 23:00:00 GMT

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Q&A - Feeling isolated from old friends

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Wed, 04 Sep 2019 21:00:00 GMT

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Q&A - Wanting your partner to UNDERSTAND your GROWTH

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Fri, 16 Aug 2019 09:32:28 GMT

[ Q & A WK 6 ]

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Q&A - Preparing kids to work through TRAUMA

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Fri, 16 Aug 2019 09:30:24 GMT

[ Q & A WK 6 ]

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Q&A - How to handle being TRIGGERED

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Fri, 16 Aug 2019 09:27:48 GMT

[ Q & A WK 6 ]

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Q&A - How to not be overwhelmed by deep conversations!

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Tue, 30 Jul 2019 09:00:00 GMT

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#76 - Matt Vapor - Abuse, homelessness & being morbedly obese

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Mon, 08 Jul 2019 08:54:53 GMT

This week we meet speaker & founder of Beneath the Surface Motivation & Coaching, Matt Vapor. Matt Opens Up about the abuse he suffered as a child, why he left home & ended up homeless for 10 months... along with his relationship with food, which saw him weighing 199+kg. Open Up: lachlan@openupgroup.com Website: https://openuppodcast.com
Free FB community: http://bit.ly/MakingMentalHealthMainstream Facebook: http://bit.ly/OpenUpPodcastFB Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/open_up_podcast/ iTunes: http://bit.ly/openuppodcast-iTunes Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7m4z7MgzinHhGf4r5tVpgz Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/openuppodcast Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/open-up-podcast-2/open-up-podcast Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcTovdKChwndCNwGeXDHxGw?view_as=subscriber

#75 - Mitchell Vickridge - Being the "protector" & surrendering to death

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Mon, 01 Jul 2019 09:02:31 GMT

Meet speaker & coach, Mitchell Vickridge, as he Opens Up about processing the loss of the relationship he had whilst he was faced with death himself, as well as surrendering to that idea of death & how he used that to come to terms with losing his father. If you want to know more about Mitchells battle with crohns, then listen to his first episode with us, #29. 👀👀👀 Mitch is hosting a men's only transformational retreat in Bali on September 23-29 as well as October 24-30. Deep dive in to who you are, what holds you back, and how to move forward with confidence & certainty! 👇🏽👇🏽 https://bit.ly/2WPnhW

Open Up: lachlan@openupgroup.com Website: https://openuppodcast.com
Free FB community: http://bit.ly/MakingMentalHealthMainstream Public FB page: http://bit.ly/OpenUpPodcastFB Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/open_up_podcast/ iTunes: http://bit.ly/openuppodcast-iTunes Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7m4z7MgzinHhGf4r5tVpgz Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/openuppodcast Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcTovdKChwndCNwGeXDHxGw?view_as=subscriber

#70 - Paul Holliday - How immense grief lead to the Human Excellence Project

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Fri, 14 Jun 2019 04:00:00 GMT

This week we meet the founder of the Human Excellence Project, Paul Holliday.

Paul Opens Up about the immense grief he’s suffered throughout his life, losing his best friend to a road accident, his step father to murder & his father to cancer.

Hear how he’s not only overcome it all, but how he’s turned that pain to power, now dedicating his life to helping others.

Open Up:

lachlan@openupgroup.com

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#65 - Ben Kelly - Breaking free of the script you've created for your life

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Thu, 30 May 2019 21:00:00 GMT

This week we meet Ben Kelly, as he Opens Up about the script he adopted as a child, feeling an obligation to be the protector & provider for his mother & sisters.

Ben Opens Up about not only how he's gone about breaking free of that script, but also how it's positively impacted his life.

Open Up:

lachlan@openupgroup.com

Website:
https://openuppodcast.com

Free FB community:
http://bit.ly/MakingMentalHealthMainstream

Public FB page:
http://bit.ly/OpenUpPodcastFB

Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/open_up_podcast/

iTunes:
http://bit.ly/openuppodcast-iTunes

Spotify:
https://open.spotify.com/show/7m4z7MgzinHhGf4r5tVpgz

Soundcloud:
https://soundcloud.com/openuppodcast

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MCM#30 - How I BROKE a friends TRUST & how i'll LEARN from it

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Sun, 05 May 2019 20:30:00 GMT

This week I talk about one of my mistakes and how it's broken the trust of someone I care about.

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#58 - Jake Edwards - When achieving your dream doesnt = happiness & making transitions in life

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Thu, 25 Apr 2019 20:00:00 GMT

This week we talk to former Carlton FC player & founder of Outside the Locker room, Jake Edwards, as he Open Up about the struggles he faced after achieving his dream of making the AFL. Jake also Opens Up about how losing that dream lead to depression, substance abuse and an attempt at his life.

Open Up:

lachlan@openupgroup.com

Website: https://openuppodcast.com

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MCM#25 - RACISM is a fear of loss

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Sun, 24 Mar 2019 05:49:10 GMT

This week we talk about racism, and specifically, the racism regarding the mosque attack in Christchurch.

Open Up:

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MCM#21 - Suicide poem & the 1 lesson Ive taken away from everything so far

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Sun, 24 Feb 2019 21:00:00 GMT

This week I read a poem I wrote about suicide and the inner conflict that goes on when you're contemplating it... along with the 1 lesson I've taken away from my journey, with the attempt, the self work & of course, with Open Up!

If you take your life, Will it really make things right? You’re fulfilled inside while thinking of it, Assuming you’ll deny the world the burden you are, By putting yourself in a coffin, Your lifes finality, Unaware you’re inflicting only hurt and scars, Because in reality you’re loved beyond measure, So cut your tether, And quit listening to that voice inside, That gains pleasure from corrupting your mind, With its treasure chest of lies that you devour, To the point where you spend hours getting high, Off of planning how to die, You've got to fight, It tells you you’re worthless, Im telling you you’re not, It tells you they’d be better off without you, Im telling you you forgot, You forgot how much the people who love you really care, Because you’re isolated and haven't shared what you’re going through, How can they change the stories of fear you’ve created, If they don’t know whats flowing through, Your mind, Your veins, Your heart, You are, Still valued and worthy of life, Because if you leave them what you’ll find, Are hearts rife with pain and strife, Kind eyes shedding tears like rain, For if you leave there’ll be a hole in their soul thats blue, The size of you, That will never be whole again. Open Up: lachlan@openupgroup.com Website: https://openuppodcast.com
Free FB community: http://bit.ly/MakingMentalHealthMainstream Public FB page: http://bit.ly/OpenUpPodcastFB Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/open_up_podcast/ iTunes: http://bit.ly/openuppodcast-iTunes

MCM#18 - Are you COMPLACENT?

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Sun, 03 Feb 2019 20:30:00 GMT

This week we talk about tips, tools and tactics we use to pull ourselves from the depths of despair, along with the complacency that comes with finally reaching the surface for air.

Open Up:

MCM#16 - How to handle TOXIC people

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Sun, 20 Jan 2019 20:30:00 GMT

This week we talk about the negative or toxic people in our lives, and how to go about handling them to ensure they don't impact your quality of life

Open Up:

MCM#12 - Counter punch your lack of belief!

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Sun, 23 Dec 2018 19:00:00 GMT

This week we talk about finding exogenous or external reinforcers of belief and how we can use them when all else fails, using them as counterpunches when life tries to knock us down.

Open Up:

MCM#5 - Find your value & let go of comparison

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Sun, 04 Nov 2018 21:00:00 GMT

This week we listen back to a few clips from EP14 of the Open Up Podcast with Heidi Anderson as she speaks about her struggle with comparison and how she went about approaching it, finally identifying and appreciating the unique way she brought value to others, which would then allow her to relinquish a feeling of inadequacy due to comparison.

Open Up:

MCM#3 - Self Audit

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Mon, 22 Oct 2018 06:00:14 GMT

In this episode we look at how looking back and auditing the events that've occurred in your past, are impacting your behaviour in the present.

Poem:

Have you taken time, To assess your life and ask why, Why you feel how you do, Or why you’re acting irrationally, Compassion is needed with others its true, But you deserve it also, More so to reverse the patterns you’ve programmed, From the past that are painful, Than to coerse the view the world has of you, Thats distasteful, Grateful will you be when you finally see, That your beliefs are clay with which you’ve continuously played, To shape and form your habits, For you’ll know that if you water it with questions, Relief will be destined, And the life you detested will leave, So what you envision may eventually happen. Thats the importance of a self audit, It sounds easy, But trust me its not, It’ll be uncomfortable, It'll take time, And like a constable you’ll have to police your mind, But for true change as humans who are pursuing a life without ruins, Thats the best option we’ve got.

Open Up: lachlan@openupgroup.com Website: https://openuppodcast.com
Free FB community: http://bit.ly/MakingMentalHealthMainstream Public FB page: http://bit.ly/OpenUpPodcastFB Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/open_up_podcast/ iTunes: http://bit.ly/openuppodcast-iTunes

#27 - Breaking free of domestic violence, with Marlies Loescher

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Thu, 13 Sep 2018 03:30:00 GMT

This week we meet Marlies Loescher, as she Opens Up about her domestically violent relationship and how she was isolated from her friends and family, then manipulated with fear, into staying in a toxic, life threatening relationship.

Marlies story is one of overcoming the fear of being alone, finding healing in self growth and realising your true self worth.

Open Up:

EP17 - Losing your identity & living in alignment with DR Matt Brooks

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Fri, 06 Jul 2018 04:00:00 GMT

We get to meet Dr Matt Brooks, owner of Toward Health Chiropractic, as he Opens Up about his struggle with a loss of identity, his relationship with his wife, and an unhealthy work life balance.

Matts story is one of being aware of who you really are, knowing your "why", then living a life that's in alignment with both.

Open Up:

EP15 - How I beat Anorexia as a teen!! with Jocelyn Weir

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Thu, 21 Jun 2018 04:00:00 GMT

We get to know Jocelyn Weir as she Opens Up about her struggle with an eating disorder, which she suffered with from 13 to 17 years old, along with how she eventually overcame it!

Jocelyns story is one that highlights the importance of specialised professional help and how you can find similar help yourself, on route to a life you love!

Open Up:

Q&A - Switching out negative thoughts

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Thu, 08 Aug 2019 06:14:47 GMT

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MCM#1 - "More empathy" a poem about Mental Health Week

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Tue, 09 Oct 2018 04:47:20 GMT

Poem:

This week is dedicated to mental health,
I myself know the importance,

Of raising awareness, For those unable to raise their hand for help, In the fear they’ll be criticised and scrutinised, So instead they lead a life of lies to hide their why, Why do i feel like this? Why cant I change it? Why do I feel like my life has flat lined? Embarrassed or ashamed of it, They’ve been courted and cornered, By the stories of their minds, Or words spoken unkindly, Careless are we abiding by the stigma, An enigma this notion, Like a poisonous potion for people, Concocted in hiding in secret, To render us defeated, Its targets forever locked in sight, So they hide and inside they keep it, This feeling that they're different, Misunderstood, Unworthy or simply not needed, So why is this normal? Its because its what we’ve conformed to, Empathising with grievous bodily harm, Yet still we model these farms of people, These cities, On the basis that what you say doesn’t matter, So words become weapons, Instead grievous mental harm is a conversation thats needs to happen, To present itself in the present, Not the latter, So we become hesitant to use this verbal ladder, To climb over each other emotionally, Emotional be the intelligence thats relevant, To this state and time, For the collective state of mind, So no matter what you believe in, Remember we were all conceived in the same way, Changes need to be made, Its night and day, And it all starts with giving our attention, To mental health when its mentioned, So we as a whole can turn the wheels of prevention, Because right now suicides too damn high, And too many of us detest our lives because of what we think and feel inside, Now with that in mind I urge you, Lets return to the humans that survived and thrived together, Its time to lift each other up, So we no longer have to cover up, Lets design a life where everyones cup is full, Lets shift this paradigm from helping only ourselves to being helpful.

Open Up: lachlan@openupgroup.com Website: https://openuppodcast.com
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EP04 - When work place bullying ends with a gun in your mouth - with Jason Nelson

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Wed, 28 Mar 2018 11:46:56 GMT

In Episode 04 with Jason Nelson aka the Kilted Rogue Runner, we open up about his dependence on work place comradery and how work place bullying, which at times was possibly life threatening, would lead him to attempting suicide over and over.

He also opens ups about the trauma which ended in PTSD, unleashing all the trauma he'd buried internally since childhood.

Jason also shares with us what he's used to recover from it all as well as an actionable tip anyone can use in a moment of despair.

Jason contacts:
TheKiltedRogueRunner@outlook.com
kiltedroguerunner.com.au

Heidis story:
http://www.kiltedroguerunner.com.au/blog/healing-heidi

Guest blog requirements:

-Cover one of the following topics:
Mental Health Recovery, Lived Experience with Mental Health, Mental Health Coping Strategies, Mental Fitness, Mindfullness, Post Traumatic Growth, Mental Health Therapies
-Positive hopeful vibe
-Maximum 1000 words

Please submit via email TheKiltedRogueRunner@outlook.com I aim to put out at least one per week

Open Up Links:
Private sharing group:
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Contact Open Up:
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Q&A - Dealing with Mental Health in others, when you feel unequipped!

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Fri, 16 Aug 2019 09:23:33 GMT

[ Q & A WK 6 ]

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EP18 - A sociopathic partner and the loss of her still-born daughter Ariana, with Amber Harkins

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Fri, 13 Jul 2018 04:00:00 GMT

This week we get to meet Amber Harkins, Empowerment coach and mentor, as she Opens up about a sociopathic husband, social pressure, her attempted suicide and the loss of her still born daughter Ariana.

Ambers story is one of overcoming social pressure, heartache and immense loss, so she can finally live the life that both her and her son deserve.

OPEN UP:

STOP FAKING IT!!

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Fri, 16 Aug 2019 09:50:37 GMT

[ Q & A WK 6 ]

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STOP 🚫 Looking at the damn ground!

Lachie Samuel Mariu — Wed, 13 May 2020 06:19:58 GMT

Are you willing to be seen?

Are you willing to connect?

What is looking at the ground costing you?

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