Appreciation, Community & Gratitude

All By Myself: The Importance of Downtime

This week, Ashley takes the mic solo while Maxi is tied up with other commitments. In a world that celebrates being busy, Ashley explores why rest is essential for our mental health, the importance of downtime, and how learning to enjoy your own company can be a powerful act of self-care. From productivity guilt and burnout to finding simple ways to recharge, this episode is a reminder that slowing down isn’t falling behind—it’s part of moving forward. The post All By Myself: The Importance of Downtime [https://joy.org.au/talktherapytome/2026/07/08/all-by-myself-the-importance-of-downtime/] appeared first on Talk Therapy To Me [https://joy.org.au/talktherapytome].

Wellness Wednesday – It’s Not the End: Good Bye & The Next Chapter

This week, we’re saying goodbye to our co-host Trent as he wraps up his final episode with the team. Together, we explore why change can feel so difficult, even when it’s positive, and how we adjust when familiar chapters come to an end. Join Trent, Ashley and Maxi as they reflect on favourite memories, share practical ways to navigate life’s transitions, and celebrate the excitement (and uncertainty) of new beginnings. It’s an episode about gratitude, growth, and embracing the next chapter—with plenty of laughs along the way. The post Wellness Wednesday – It’s Not the End: Good Bye & The Next Chapter [https://joy.org.au/talktherapytome/2026/07/01/wellness-wednesday-its-not-the-end-good-bye-the-next-chapter/] appeared first on Talk Therapy To Me [https://joy.org.au/talktherapytome].

Appreciation, Community & Gratitude

In this episode of Talk Therapy To Me, Ashley and Maxi reflect on appreciation, community and gratitude after JOY Radiothon and the Euphoria Gala. Through community interviews, personal reflections, a special call-in from T, and a little therapy insight, they explore why feeling seen matters, how appreciation supports mental health, and why receiving gratitude can sometimes be harder than giving it. The post Appreciation, Community & Gratitude [https://joy.org.au/talktherapytome/2026/06/24/appreciation-community-gratitude/] appeared first on Talk Therapy To Me [https://joy.org.au/talktherapytome].

Ahoy with JOY! ⚓

What an absolute mess… and what an incredible night! This week’s Wellness Wednesday x Radiothon was packed with pirate adventures, questionable seafood decisions, and plenty of laughter. We spun the wheel, accepted our fate, and sampled a range of sea delicacies (and a few things that definitely tested our courage). Special shout-out to Ashley, who bravely ate a cooked fish eye on air. We are still recovering. Most importantly, thanks to the generosity of our listeners, supporters, and community, together we raised over $1,000 for JOY 94.9 during this episode! A huge thank you to everyone who: Donated during Radiothon Renewed their JOY membership Became a new JOY member Tuned in, listened, laughed, and supported us Community radio only exists because of people like you. Your support helps JOY continue creating queer stories, conversations, and spaces where our communities can feel seen, heard, and connected. To everyone who joined us on this wonderfully chaotic voyage: thank you for sailing with us. ❤️ Until next time… Fair winds, calm seas, and thank you for helping keep JOY on air. The post Ahoy with JOY! ⚓ [https://joy.org.au/talktherapytome/2026/06/18/ahoy-with-joy-%e2%9a%93/] appeared first on Talk Therapy To Me [https://joy.org.au/talktherapytome].

Speaking Up: In Service of Change or in Service of Attention?

This week on Talk Therapy To Me, we are joined by Anastasia Rose Le (she/her), Deputy Chair of the Victorian Pride Centre, governance leader, and 2025 Victorian Honour Roll of Women Change Agent. Together, we explore what it means to speak up in ways that create change. We discuss accountability versus punishment, intention versus impact, emotional intelligence, social media call-out culture, public visibility, shame, anger, repair, and the role of community care in difficult conversations. How do we advocate for justice without reproducing harm? How do we balance truth-telling with responsibility? And what happens when speaking up becomes more about performance than change? A thoughtful conversation about ethics, advocacy, community accountability, and using our voices to build safer and more connected communities. So much to learn, and so much more to discuss and reflect on. The post Speaking Up: In Service of Change or in Service of Attention? [https://joy.org.au/talktherapytome/2026/06/04/speaking-up-in-service-of-change-or-in-service-of-attention/] appeared first on Talk Therapy To Me [https://joy.org.au/talktherapytome].