The Rural Psychologist
Chantal Corish
In this podcast, long-time rural-based psychologist, Chantal Corish discovers what rural Aussies have that makes us happier than the rest, and how we manage to keep our spirits up when the chips are down.
Living and working in rural, regional and remote Australia can have all sorts of impacts on people's mental health and well-being, but lots of us have developed great ways to manage our mental health even when things get really tough.
Listen here to The Rural Psychologist podcast as Chantal chats with every day rural Aussies and mental health professionals to discover the best tools and techniques for living a productive and satisfying life; and as she draws on nearly two decades of psychology experience to offer advice for good mental health and well-being for those living and working in 'the bush'.
www.theruralpsychologist.com.au
Instagram handle @theruralpsychologist
Disclaimer
The information provided on this podcast is for general informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis or treatment.
ALWAYS consider seeking the advice of your physician, therapist or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or mental health concern.
The host and guests featured on this podcast are not all licensed medical professionals and the content they share is based on their personal experience, research and opinions. Their insights and suggestions are not meant to replace individual professional advice that you yourself should seek. We encourage you to consult with a qualified professional before any significant changes to your lifestyle or wellbeing practices.
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Finding life direction, setting goals & being motivated. Coaching Ep#2
The Rural Psychologist
08/17/24 • 23 min
Coaching Ep #2 Finding life direction, setting goals and being motivated in 2024
Listen in to this episode, the second coaching episode for The Rural Psychologist podcast to learn the best way to go about setting goals for the new year to ensure you stay motivated and enthusiastic right through to point where you achieve what you set out to do.
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Setting yourself up for a successful mindset in the new year
The Rural Psychologist
08/17/24 • 12 min
"You either walk inside your story and own it, or you stand outside and hustle for your worthiness" Brene Brown
Coaching Ep #1 Setting yourself up for a successful mindset in the new year
Be sure to get on the front foot for the new year by listening to this episode and doing the important exercise that Chantal talks about for setting yourself up with a great mindset to help you feel more confident, self-assured and become clearer about what you want to achieve in 2024.
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Being assertive is a key life skill. Saying ‘no’, and getting what you need without the guilt. Coaching Episode #3
The Rural Psychologist
01/29/24 • 18 min
Coaching ep #3: What do I think is the most important skill for life satisfaction? Assertiveness. Listen to how to cultivate a mindset that grows this powerful communication skill today.
Being able to say no, asserting yourself and asking for your needs to be met are all part of good self care which means good mental health. For tips and ideas on how to be more assertive listen to coaching episode 3 of The Rural Psychologist podcast today.
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Farmer and mother, Lisa Jeitz's mental health journey in rural Australia
The Rural Psychologist
10/20/24 • 81 min
What is it really like to manage depression while living in the bush? This is the raw and honest tale of Lisa Jeitz and her journey to manage her depression while living, working and wrangling a young family on a farm in Western Australia.
Thank you to Lisa for telling her story so that she can help others to find the language and courage to ask for help.
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Farmer and mother, Lisa Jeitz's mental health journey in rural Australia
The Rural Psychologist
08/22/24 • 81 min
What is it really like to manage depression while living in the bush? This is the raw and honest tale of Lisa Jeitz and her journey to manage her depression while living, working and wrangling a young family on a farm in Western Australia.
Thank you to Lisa for telling her story so that she can help others to find the language and courage to ask for help.
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Catherine Velisha is helping the next generation to appreciate farming, and discusses having a leader’s mindset
The Rural Psychologist
10/12/24 • 45 min
Rural Women Leading #1: Catherine Velisha - Managing Director of $30mil horticulture business talks about what gets her out of bed each day and how even the most successful people have to manage their mental health.
Catherine Velisha is a third-generation owner of Velisha Farms, a horticulture business located in Werribee South Victoria – the Velisha family has been involved in the fresh produce for almost a century. Having worked in the farming industry for over 20 years, Catherine has grown and developed her expertise alongside an ever changing industry landscape. Catherine’s passion and advocacy for agriculture and the people who work in it, inspired the formation of VEG Education in 2020 - an RTO created specifically to facilitate horticulture/agriculture industry with training. VEG Education allows young people to gain practical insight, access, and experience in the Australian food sector, equipping them with the skills to make valuable contributions to farming as a business. The RTO also allows Catherine - and the broader industry - to create long-term sustainability by engaging with the public directly, whilst championing fresh produce and future-focused agricultural practices.
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Claire Osborn Booth - thought leader and change-maker solving big problems for her small community
The Rural Psychologist
11/05/24 • 48 min
Rural Women Leading #3: Claire Osborn Booth, one of rural Australia's principal Out-of-the-Box Thought Leaders
Guerie solicitor, farmer, property developer, board director and formidable engineer of community well-being, Clare Osborn Booth talks about the 'enoughness' of being a mum, honoring the family unit, tax law (an obvious connection...) and how to develop derelict rural properties to build the future for your off-farm adult children and revitalize rural communities.
It's a thought-provoking listen to say the least. You'd be crazy to miss it.
https://boothlaw.com.au/
@boothlawadvisory @buckenbah_collective
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Farmer mental health around the world - what’s the problem & which countries have the solutions?
The Rural Psychologist
01/02/25 • 50 min
Sarah Crosthwaite, Dairy Farmer, Nuffield Scholar, and Social Worker
has just completed a tour around the globe as part of the Nuffield Scholarship in an effort to understand what's behind the mental health crisis among farmers worldwide. I was both enlightened and intrigued by Sarah's insights into the pressures that create mental health issues for farmers around the world. I am sure you will be too. Read Sarah's Nuffield report here International Agricultural Research Reports | Nuffield Farming Scholarships
Website to Sarah's counselling service link here:
Home Page - Open Road Counselling
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Jane Campbell of Barambah Organics on allowing people to feel included, showing up with a smile on your face, and how she takes care of her mental health
The Rural Psychologist
08/17/24 • 49 min
Rural Women Leading #4: The original entrepreneur - Jane Campbell of Barambah Organics on the value of making sure people feel included, showing up with a smile on your face, and how she takes care of her mental health
https://mananapastoral.com.au/
Long before it was trendy to be entrepreneurial in agriculture, Jane Campbell and her husband Ian, lead the way in setting up a phenomenally successful diary company, Barambah Organics, value adding to the milk they produced on their diary farm in Murgon, Queensland. This is a fabulous tale of hard work, and self-belief but also testimony to great values including humility, love of connection with people from all walks of life, and the might that comes with the meeting of intellect and agricultural practicality. @mananafarms @glenarbon
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2025 - The year of living dangerously...connect with new people, learn new things, dive into life and live like no one is judging...
AND The kids are not ok? Chantal chats with Dr Chloe Kidd on the mental health of young people living in rural Australia. Dr Kidd sits on the Momentum research team that is helping to overcome access issues for young rural people needing mental health assistance.
Find out more about the Momentum program here:
www.momentumhub.org.au
What is Momentum?
Momentum offers tailored online treatment programs to help children and adolescents learn new ways to cope with feelings of anxiety and/or unhappiness. Momentum also offers help with sleep difficulties, as well as information on well-being and help-seeking, and tips and information about substance use for adolescents.
Momentum has been designed in collaboration with young people, parents, clinicians and researchers. The program is free to use in Australia and can be worked through at your own pace and in the comfort of your own home.
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FAQ
How many episodes does The Rural Psychologist have?
The Rural Psychologist currently has 12 episodes available.
What topics does The Rural Psychologist cover?
The podcast is about Health & Fitness, Leadership, Mental Health, Mindset, Personal Development, Therapy, Podcasts, Leader and Mindfulness.
What is the most popular episode on The Rural Psychologist?
The episode title 'Annabelle Hickson Galah magazine creator, on self-belief, failing fast & succeeding beyond our wildest imaginations.' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on The Rural Psychologist?
The average episode length on The Rural Psychologist is 48 minutes.
How often are episodes of The Rural Psychologist released?
Episodes of The Rural Psychologist are typically released every 8 days, 11 hours.
When was the first episode of The Rural Psychologist?
The first episode of The Rural Psychologist was released on Jan 29, 2024.
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