Mind and Soul Matters

Challenges of the Criminal Justice System

In Part 1 of Exploring Social Justice, Bayan Meshgin a criminal defence lawyer with numerous years of working with those in the justice system who struggle with mental health challenges, helps us understand some of the shortcomings of the current system. In this live forum presentation, Bayan highlights these challenges in relation to the legal system in Western Australia, many of which are relevant to other areas in the world. 

Juggling Motherhood and Life, with Shadi Toloui-Wallace

Shadi Toloui-Wallace, candidly shares her struggles of juggling her roles as a  mother, musician, wife and creator.  She describes how her Faith, creativity and openness to seeking professional help has aided her through some of the challenges of life. We also discuss her latest project, Tiny Souls, which incorporates her passion for nurturing values in children and her musicality to create content with meaningful songs and resources that uplift and inspire tiny souls and stimulate young growing minds. For more information on this fabulous App, visit www.tinysoulsmedia.com . Tiny Souls can also be accessed via the App Store.

The Role of Faith - A Doctor’s Perspective

A Baha'i, a Hindu and a Christian - Dr Kynan Feeney (oncologist), Dr Ashwini Davray (palliative care physician) and Dr Michael Couch (general practitioner) explore the role of their respective Faiths in their practice as medical doctors. They share insights on how their patients' faiths can impact their journey and discuss the integration of medicine and spirituality.
 

Children: The World Through their Eyes

Guest host, Kalinz McPharlin, poses questions to a group of children to help us see the world through their eyes. Love, gratitude, friendship, worries and happiness are some of the topics explored. Our in-house clinical psychologist also shares insights on how we can nurture the mental and spiritual health of our children.

What is a Spiritual Education Curriculum?

We all want the best for our children - mentally, physically, socially and spiritually. Dr Jasmine Bell, coordinator of the program for the spiritual education of children in Western Australia, outlines the elements of an education curriculum aimed at bringing out the best in every child, and explores how children, parents and communities can benefit from this program. We also discuss whether a spiritual education program can contribute positively to our children's mental health.
More information about this international program can be found via the Baha'i community website in your country, and in Australia via 
https://bahai.org.au/index.php/what-bahais-do/building-vibrant-communities/spiritual-education-children/
 

Trauma from a Stolen Generation: Clive’s Story

In Part 2 of our Trauma series, Clive Morrison shares his story. Clive, a Noongar elder is a member of the stolen generations. As an Indigenous Australian, Clive was taken from his family as a child based on past government policies and practices. He shares his story of displacement and trauma through poetry and music. A heartfelt episode that must be heard and shared.

Exploring Trauma with Dr Tarmala Caple

In Part 1 of our Trauma series, Dr Tarmala Caple, a former police officer and founder of The Wellbeing Psychologist, helps us understand trauma as a wound that has not been healed. In this live forum presentation, Dr Caple explores the different types of trauma, how trauma impacts us, explains why some people recover while others go on to develop psychological and physical problems, and how holistic therapy and support can lead to healing.
thewellbeingpsychologist.com.au
 

Money and Happiness

Collis Taeed, founder of Envato – one of the most successful and profitable Australian start up companies, candidly talks about the impact of mega wealth on his day to day life, relationships, children and happiness. And we explore whether wealth and spirituality are mutually exclusive.

Trailer - Season 3

We are thrilled to be launching our third season, continuing with monthly conversations to enhance our understanding of mental health and wellbeing, with a dash of spirituality! 

Mental Health, Values and Social Norms

We have another special episode with Luke McPharlin, a former AFL player, who candidly shares his personal reflections on youth mental health, and reconciling his values with social norms. This special episode is from a live forum organised in collaboration with  Baha'i Blog and Melville Baha’i community to discuss issues around mental health in our society.

Meditation Exercise: Mindfulness of the Breath

To wrap up season 2 we have a bonus episode with a practical element on meditation. The origins of meditation come from the teachings of Buddhism and Hinduism. Today, the benefits of meditation, both for our emotional and physical well being are extensively researched and documented. This bonus episode includes a "mindfulness of the breath" exercise which is one type of meditation that can be used almost anywhere and any time. 

Healthy Technology Use with Prof. Donna Cross

Technology is a significant part of our lives, but how can we parent our children to use it in a wise, safe, fun and useful way? In this special episode we present a live forum with Professor Donna Cross, whose research over the past 30 years has focused on children and adolescents' social and emotional well being. Prof Cross shares ten practical tips on how we can protect our children and enhance their enjoyment and positive interaction with technology.