Maintaining mental wellbeing has become more crucial than ever. Whether you're dealing with stress, anxiety, or just seeking ways to enhance your mental health, there are resources available to support you and we believe hearing peoples personal stories is a great way to gain this knowledge so we have put together some of our top picks for a selection of podcasts, videos, and books designed to inspire and help you achieve and sustain mental wellness.
Lead on Purpose with James Laughlin
The Lead on Purpose Podcast shares inspiring interviews with some of the most successful people on the planet - dignitaries, Fortune 200 CEOs, and change-makers. In every episode, host James Laughlin unpacks the systems, stories, and habits of the world's most impactful leaders. Designed to inspire and transform humanity one leader at a time, one conversation at a time, this podcast delves into topics of personal growth, purpose, and mental skills, offering simple steps and practical advice for listeners.
The Dark Side of Being an Olympian - Black Sticks Legend, Brooke Hayde on Mental Health in Sport
Brooke Hayde (nee Brooke Neal) appeared on The Dom Harvey Pod to share her incredible journey of becoming a Black Stick and playing 176 matches for her country, including finishing 4th at the Olympics and making a triumphant comeback to win gold at the Commonwealth Games two years later.
Brooke discusses the highs and lows of her career, managing mental health, and the pressures of high-performance sport. She reveals where she found inspiration, including how the book The Mindful Athlete transformed her outlook and performance & recounts Richie McCaw’s powerful pep talk to the Black Sticks. Brooke also shares the profound impact of losing her best friend to cancer at a young age. Additionally, she shares her experiences of becoming a mum and balancing her personal and professional life.
Claire Chitham - Good For You: A Guide for Good Guts + Feeling Good Inside and Out
Claire Chitham was diagnosed with a crippling autoimmune disorder at 13, which caused increasingly painful stomach cramps whenever she ate. She was informed that this inflammatory bowel disorder would be a lifelong condition, likely requiring immune-suppressant medication indefinitely. By the age of 20, despite her success on "Shortland Street," Claire's health was in severe decline. She describes her past self as a "Coca-Cola drinking, afternoon-sugar eating, takeaway queen, who smoked and didn’t really exercise."
In "Good For You: A Guide for Good Guts + Feeling Good Inside and Out," actress Claire Chitham and journalist Kylie Bailey combine their expertise on gut and cellular health. The book offers 76 different ways to experiment, taste, trial, and learn to develop a better relationship with your health and vitality.
Claire also openly discusses her journey toward strong mental health, emphasising the importance of seeking help when needed. She attributes her resilience to years of therapy, which played a crucial role in her ability to cope.
Dr Lucy Hone - Resilient Grieving
Dr. Lucy Hone, a bestselling author, details how she coped with her unimaginable personal loss in her book Resilient Grieving. This practical, research-based guide helps readers find their own path to recovery from devastating loss. Dr. Hone's goal is to assist anyone struggling with change, uncertainty, or loss in re-learning how to live in the world around them.
Sir Graham Henry
Graham Henry requires no introduction, but what many people may not know is his history with depression. On The Upside podcast, hosted by the fantastic Scotty Stevenson, Graham reveals how, behind closed doors, a special relationship has helped him get through the lows, vitriol, and depression over the years. Check out the intimate and inspiring conversation that sheds light on the personal battles behind the public persona of one of rugby's most legendary figures.
CSNZ Showcase
Check out our highlights reel from our recent Showcase, featuring our inspirational speakers who share their personal stories on mental health and their journeys to recovery. Discover valuable insights on mindset and finding your purpose from these remarkable individuals.
