The 8 Billion Effect

Ep #17 - What To Do If You're Feeling Like a Burden, A Catch-Up with CEO of Mindfull Aus, Matt Runnalls (Part 4/4)

In this episode, Jackson catches up with Matt to hear what he’s been up to since we recorded 6 months ago. Matt talks about the personal development he’s done personally that is driving Mindfull Aus to the next level, and also gives us insight into an exercise we can all do when we’re feeling like a burden on the world. To reach out to Matt, visit his Facebook page: facebook.com/mindfullaus Reach out to us: connect@the8billioneffect.com // @the_8billioneffect

Ep #16 - What To Do/Say When Someone Is Struggling with Mental Health with CEO of Mindfull Aus, Matt Runnalls (Part 3/4)

This is part 3/4 of a 4 part series with the CEO of Mindfull Aus, Matt Runnalls. In this episode, we discuss how to help those who may be struggling with mental health, including exactly what to do if they disclose they are having suicidal thoughts. Matt also tells us what’s on the horizon for Mindfull Aus and talks about some of the mentors that have inspired him. Tune in to Ep #17 for part 4/4 where we catch up with Matt 6 months after this recording. Find Matt here: facebook.com/mindfullaus Reach out to us: connect@the8billioneffect.com // @the_8billioneffect

Ep #15 - Challenges of Being A Mental Health Advocate with CEO of Mindfull Aus, Matt Runnalls (Part 2/4)

This is part 2/4 of a 4 part series with the CEO of Mindfull Aus, Matt Runnalls. In this episode, we get a glimpse into how Matt prepares his mental state for the day with his morning routine. His routine includes a ‘brush n prime’ that you will hear about and many other great tricks. Matt also talks about the challenges of being a mental health advocate. We discuss the pressures that come from being "the person" that many people feel comfortable opening up to. Tune in to Ep #16 for part 3/4 next. Find Matt here: facebook.com/mindfullaus Reach out to us: connect@the8billioneffect.com // @the_8billioneffect

Ep #14 - Great emotional pain, depression and suicide with CEO of Mindfull Aus, Matt Runnalls (Part 1/4)

This is part 1/4 of a 4 part series with the CEO of Mindfull Aus, Matt Runnalls. We recorded this episode over 6 months ago in Australia, but the topics covered in this episode are probably more relevant today than ever: feeling like an emotional burden, misconceptions around depression and how to spot when others may be needing help. The episode starts with a quick touch base of where Matt is now (May 2020) and then deep dives into his story of how he started his not-for-profit organisation, Mindfull Aus, to help people feeling the way he once did. As a young man, he was having suicidal thoughts and suppressing his feelings and emotions. He thought ‘why am I feeling depressed when I've had a normal upbringing with lots of opportunities and there are so many other people out there who have it worse off than I do’. These exact thoughts were what lead him to suicide attempts before speaking up about needing support. Matt is now a beacon of hope for many individuals and communities. Mindfull Aus is becoming a leading institution in the modern mindfulness space. Tune in to Ep #15 for part 2/4. Find Matt here: facebook.com/mindfullaus Reach out to us: connect@the8billioneffect.com // @the_8billioneffect

Ep #13 - 50,000 pieces of trash collected with 1 PIECE Army

In this episode, we discuss the early stages of 1 PIECE Army, Jackson's emerging movement that is having an impact on our social connectedness and planet. 1 PIECE Army is a movement whereby members pick up trash, take a selfie, and upload it to a members-only WhatsApp group. So far 1 PIECE Army is in 12 countries, 6 continents, and at the time of recording, just hit 50,000 pieces of trash collected in less than 12 weeks since it started. Jackson is putting out a call to arms for 1 PIECE Army: he’s looking for a google sheets expert, social media experts, designers, journalists, and any photographers/videographers who wants to help spread the message that 'our environment is in some serious need of some help'. Documenting the impact being made is just as important as picking up the trash. Video mentioned ‘How to Start a Movement’ (the lone nut): 3 min video - https://youtu.be/Qu3xpp5BbHU // To get in touch with us: connect@the8billioneffect.com // Join 1 PIECE Army to find him on Instagram @1PieceArmy and send Jackson a DM