We hear stories of chance encounters, the joy and meaning found in volunteering, and the raw honesty of those who’ve been served. From moments of deep gratitude, to full-circle transformations—like a man once in the food line returning to volunteer—this conversation highlights the healing power of service, community, and compassion.

We also explore:

• How a Chance Encounter under the Dalai Lama Sparked a Movement
• How Pancakes, Dignity + Community Feed a City
• How Food Rescue Turns Waste into Warmth
• Why volunteering floods the body with endorphins and oxytocin.
• The hidden crisis of food insecurity affecting students, families, and working people.
• Why spreading good news stories is as important as addressing the challenges we face.

Takeaways:

• Service is “smart selfish”: giving also heals the giver
• Belonging is built through language, consistency, and fun
• Small acts (a hot meal, a hug, a chat) can change the arc of a life

If you loved this: volunteer, fund a team day, or share this episode with one person who needs a hopeful story today.

This episode is a reminder that one small act of service—whether offering a meal, a conversation, or a smile—can ripple outward and transform lives.

Resources & Links:

• Learn more about The Big Umbrella Foundation
• Volunteer, donate, or support TBU’s work.
• Connect with TBU on instagram @thebigumbrella
• Connect with Gabrielle on Instagram: @gabimeyer or @hdydi.pod

I share a personal story of reconnection, a friendship that found its way back after 10 years apart — and explore what it really means when people say, “If it’s meant to be, it’ll come back.”

Plus, a gentle tool that’s helped me move through stuck seasons: The Universe says yes, the Universe says no.

Whether you’re in a good season, a hard one, or just a meh one… may this episode remind you: things always shift, and you’re never as alone as you think.

From stepping into a gym at just five years old to finally qualifying for the 2024 Paris Olympics, Emma Nedov’s journey is nothing short of extraordinary. As a World Cup Gold Medalist and now an Olympic Athlete, Emma shares what it truly means to keep going when the odds are stacked against you, especially when the setbacks are completely out of your control.

We dive into the identity shifts that come with devoting your life to a sport, explore the mindset of a high-performing athlete, and unpack the tools that helped Emma turn adversity into fuel. Her story is raw, powerful, and full of wisdom for anyone navigating transition, chasing a dream, or learning to rise again with purpose and strength.

Post recording this episode I also found out that Casey has been awarded most popular Reiki practitioner for 2022 and 2024!

If you’ve ever been curious (or skeptical!) about reiki, energy healing, or psychic intuition — this is the episode for you.

You can find Casey's offerings here and here

Sometimes, discipline and routine doesn't work - we just need to stop fighting ourselves. From here, we can get back to our values, and live a life that feels truly aligned.

Plus, I discuss some juicy updates about exciting new projects including co-facilitation of the Kindred Collective membership, upcoming community events, and meditation classes.

This episode is a beautiful invitation to be human, to reflect on who you are becoming, and to find your people along the way.

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Find me teaching Meditation at Happy Melon and Trinity Curated Wellness.

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Sheridan is a best selling author, somatic therapist and nervous system specialist who helps ambitious humans (like you) navigate stress, avoid burnout, and lead with ease. With a background that spans community development to corporate finance, she knows firsthand how to balance big dreams with real-life challenges.

TEAM I may be biased but I LOVE this conversation!!! 

In this episode, Sheridan breaks down how your nervous system impacts everything. Your relationships, career, and even how you show up for yourself. Whether you're building a business, chasing goals, or just trying to feel less overwhelmed, her practical insights will help you feel more grounded and in control. Don’t just listen to this episode ONCE, listen to it three or four times, because nuggets of gold will KEEP dropping. 

Get ready to learn how to work with your body, not against it…because thriving shouldn’t mean burning out.

Sheridan’s Tags are below!

Website

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Until next month beautiful people 😍

In this episode, I explore how to navigate your hardest moments with compassion. We talk about slowing down your "Merry-Go-Round", staying connected to your heart despite challenges, and finding the type of support you need.

I also dive into vision boarding—not as a wish list, but as a way to cultivate the feelings and experiences that we want to embody this year.

If you're feeling lost, overwhelmed, or in need of grounding, this one's for you. And if you need someone to talk to, I've included support numbers in the description—you are not alone.

✨ Follow along: @gabimeyer & @hdydipod on Instagram

📞 Lifeline – 13 11 14 (24/7 crisis support and suicide prevention)

📞 Beyond Blue – 1300 22 4636 (24/7 support for anxiety, depression, and mental well-being)

📞 Suicide Call Back Service – 1300 659 467 (24/7 phone and online counseling for people in distress)

📞 Kids Helpline – 1800 55 1800 (24/7 confidential support for young people aged 5-25)

📞 13 YARN – 13 92 76 (24/7 support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people)

📞 MensLine Australia – 1300 78 99 78 (24/7 support for men dealing with relationship or mental health issues)

📞 QLife – 1800 184 527 (Support for LGBTQIA+ individuals, 3pm–midnight daily)

For more mental health resources, visit:

🌏 Headspace – headspace.org.au (Youth mental health support)

🌏 SANE Australia – sane.org (Support for complex mental health issues)

You're not alone, and support is always available. 💙

Everyone has a story and a journey, and through Kenny coming on to spread his message, it is a reminder of exactly that. We are all faced with the same kinds of thoughts, societal pressures, expectations, and reasons why we shouldn’t do something. Yet, it is in those very moments where we must find the courage to take action, push past fear, and "Find A Way".

In this episode, we dive into Kenny’s past, and the transformative moments that led him to where he is today. Kenny shares how he navigates obstacles, challenges limiting beliefs, and uses his experiences to inspire others. Whether you’re facing personal or professional doubts, this episode will remind you that your story matters, and the path to overcoming obstacles starts with the decision to take that first step.

Tune in for an inspiring conversation filled with powerful insights and practical advice on how to break through barriers and embrace your own journey with confidence.

Grab a snack, a blanket, a hot drink, as we delve into this solo episode.

In this episode we discuss that life will always be doing it's cute little thing of throwing unexpected curve balls, challenges and pulling rugs out from under our feet, but it's always up to us to get back up.

Some key questions for you:

• Where are you outsourcing?
• Where are you choosing not to show up?

I also offer a little meditation at the end because goodness knows, we all need some grounding and peace to give us some perspective on this wild ride we are currently experiencing.

Hope you enjoy!

Life has a funny way of working, as always, and this episode release is coming at the most perfect time for me. I didn't even realise how much I needed to re-listen to this story, until I was editing and found myself wiping the tears from my cheeks. Life has a way of working out for you, and I hope this episode is a reminder that it always will.

You can find Brigitte on LinkedIn here

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Sending you my love,

Gabi xx

It's been a little while since I've recorded a solo episode, and as fate would have it, apparently the more amount of time you have off, the harder it is to put yourself back out there.

In this episode, I'm catching you up on where I've been, what I've been doing, and why I decided to take some time off.

By the way, if you're feeling that way too, this is your sign that you need to reconnect to you.

Topics that we catch up on:

• 21 Episodes reached! I'm now in the top 1% of published podcasts!
• Life Updates
• Meeting Steven Bartlett
• Burnout Signs
• Coping Mechanisms in weird life changes

Link to Recorded Meditations:

patreon.com/HowDidYouDoIt

Whilst this episode is for anyone, I specifically want to talk to all my lady listeners for a hot minute. I suggest getting a notepad and writing down some reflective questions here. 

How are my spending habits and beliefs contributing to the unrealistic standard of beauty that women feel they need to uphold?

What are my beliefs around clothing, makeup, and my appearance? If looking at my bank balance, what is the split between savings/socialising and how much money I’m spending chasing a feeling that is sold to us? 

How much do I know about superannuation as a female?

Let’s continue to talk, to educate, to inspire one another.

Where to find Emma:

@the.brokegeneration

And where to find our socials:

@hdydi.pod

In 2017, Aron faced a heartbreaking tragedy when he lost his then 25 year old sister tragically. 

This profound loss has not only shaped his personal beliefs and values, but also ignited a passion for addressing grief and promoting conversations about loss. Channelling his grief into helping others, Aron has since co-founded two charities, Anika Legal and The Five Percent Foundation. 

His journey took another turn with a debilitating hip condition in 2022, leading to two surgeries and significant disability, and sidelining him from work for 13 months due to chronic pain. 

This experience challenged Aron to reflect on his approach to health and wellness. Embracing a combination of western medicine and spiritual practices, Aron has found ways to heal both physically and emotionally, overcoming physical limitations that once seemed insurmountable. He is a testament to overcoming physical and emotional pain and a beacon of hope for those in their darkest hours. 

Today, we delve into bits of Aron’s story of re-identifying himself when handling chronic pain, the emotional and physical side of healing, finding belonging, and handling the loss of his sibling.

As always, I can't wait to hear your feedback.

You can find us on socials:

@the.hip.lawyer

@hdydi.pod

Huzz is the definition of walking the pathless path. 

Why is is that at 16-18 years of age, we are cast with making a decision on what we want to do and who we are to be, with little room allowing for a change of heart. This decision is only exacerbated by the pressures on the younger generation to keep up in the cost of living crisis. 

All too often, we are hearing the struggles of the younger generation. After being sold that the world is their oyster, that they can be whoever they want to be, having the opportunity to explore - education and travel, the younger generation are then hit in the face when entering the workforce. Not only is there the navigation of the generational ‘heabutt’ between millennials vs boomers and now Gen Z vs millennials - both hosting an array of stereotypes such as ‘entitled’ vs ‘rigid’, and ‘lazy’ vs ‘grit’ to name a few; however there is also a whole new world of hierarchical structures and corporate lingo. It is simply no wonder that the younger generation feel uninspired. 

Do you feel, to put it lightly, shitty and uninspired? Like you’re looking around at social media seeing the ‘work perks’ and everyone ‘smashing it’, yet you don’t even know what would light you up in the workplace? Do you have that urge to just quit and travel, to run and hide or just put it to the side because nothing can be done? 

In this discussion, we learn what it took for Huzz to take that leap of faith. To walk the pathless path.

In this episode we cover important topics…to name a few:

• The realisation of f*&k, I’m actually really unfulfilled and not feeling joy 
• The journey of discovering, and following your authenticity and vulnerability 
• How to choose a path of risk, and navigate that discussion with your family 
• Understanding what a passion is, and how to find it 

I hope that you enjoy this episode!

As always, you can find us on socials below:

@_huzz

@hdydi.pod

In this episode, I sit down with Felix and ask him on his perspective on his journey through life, from the perspective of being 89. We explore my grandfather’s experience in POW camp. We explore the ideas around psychology, what it is to know thyself, we discuss religion/spirituality, and, life after losing the love of your life. I may be biased, but I really believe that Felix has so much wisdom and insight, and I cherish our conversations greatly. I hope this episode gives as much to you, as it does to me.

Kaitlyn lost her mother at the age of 20, and we discuss how grief shaped her identity, and seven years later, Kaitlyn chose to reshape that identity.

What does changing your identity realistically look like? What's the process of teaching yourself who you are, to then be able to teach others?

We discuss the steps Kaitlyn took in completely changing industries from Makeup to Wellness, as well as what it looked like to start her business from the ground up.

You can find Kaitlyn:

@kaitlynmenere

@reclamation_retreats

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@hdydi.pod

Pain creates tension which creates change, and that - equals growth.

Where to find us:

@hdydi.pod

Laura started her business at 23, and now coaches hundreds of creatives to skyrocket their businesses without sacrificing their freedom.

Laura has built multiple 6 figure businesses with a small team.

So, let's talk about it! Did success happen overnight? What is it like running a business? What are the lessons that have been learnt along the way? What do we do when it gets hard?

You can find Laura:

@laurahiggins

laurahiggins.com

Don't forget to follow us on socials!

@hdydi.pod

Why is it that at the start of the year, halfway through the year and at the end of the year, we have momentary 'freak outs' that we aren't where we are meant to be, we haven't achieved our goals, and we are ultimately, a failure (compared to everyone else's social media grid)?

Nearing the end of Jan I started to realise, it wouldn't be long before we saw those beautiful reminders 'The first month of 2024 is nearly over..how's your NY Resolution going?'.

In this episode I discuss that to actually commit to change, we have to look at the micro actions. What do we have in our power that brings awareness to our choices every, single day?

We explore:

• The FIRST action at the start of your day, sets up your day
• We can choose to start again at ANY point
• The importance of Finding Your Why
• The benefits of Journaling and understanding the themes of your inner world
• Why Gratitudes are important

Don't forget to follow across the socials, and subscribe to the channel!

@hdydi.pod

Alyce is a mindset coach and a co-founder of Reclamation Retreats, running global retreats focusing on health and wellness. Alyce is also the founder of The Mindset Adventure, leading wellness events for thousands of people every year.

Today's episode explores the following topics:

1. The difference between intention setting and goal setting
2. Alyce's first action steps toward creating your dream life/starting your own business
3. The importance of showing up as you are
4. Alyce’s story, the pivotal key moments that were the catalyst of her taking the leap of faith to start her own business 
5. Core components of entering the wellness community 
6. Ice baths - the what and the why 
7. When life knocks you down - how do you get back up 
8. The reality of living life running your own business 

We hope you enjoy!

You can find Alyce here:

@themindsetadventure

@reclamation_retreats

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In today's episode, we have the privilege of sitting down with Ross Howse, aka Bangin' Sangas, who has not only built Bangin' Sangas but has also navigated the complex terrain of mental health, addiction, and the path to wellness through the lens of dating and breakups.

Segment 1: The Entrepreneurial Journey

• Ross shares the origins of Bangin' Sangas, detailing the challenges faced during the startup phase.
• Insights into the initial vision, the motivation behind starting the page, and the pivotal moments that shaped its trajectory.

Segment 2: Mental Health Struggles

• Ross opens up about his personal journey with mental health
• Strategies and coping mechanisms Ross discovered during this period, emphasizing the significance of seeking help and a good support network.

Segment 3: Road to Wellness Through Dating and Breakups

• How dating and relationships played a role in Ross's overall wellness journey.
• The impact of breakups on mental health and self-discovery.
• Lessons learned from failed relationships and how they contributed to personal growth and resilience.
• A big thank you to Ross for sharing his inspiring journey with us.
• If you resonated with today's episode, please share it with someone who might benefit, and don't forget to subscribe for more uplifting stories of triumph over adversity.
• Join us next time on HDYDI as we continue to explore the resilience and triumphs of individuals who have turned challenges into opportunities for growth.

From understanding the origins of doubt to unlocking ways of overcoming it, this episode is a guide for anyone seeking to break free from self-imposed limitations.

Get ready to challenge your comfort zone and witness the magic that unfolds when doubt is embraced rather than feared. Tune in to gain valuable insights, actionable steps, and a renewed perspective on how doubt can be a stepping stone to success.

In this episode of How Did You Do It, we have a truly inspiring guest who has overcome incredible odds and defied the limitations placed upon him by society. Join us as we delve into Andy's extraordinary journey, which includes living with Spina Bifida and the multitude of medical events that have happened since, including: Tethering of the Spinal Cord, Carotid Dissection, and Epidural Bleed, and how Andy has navigated the challenges that came with these experiences.

In this episode we discuss the acceptance of disability. We discuss topics such as employment, dating and acceptance of self when experiencing a path of difference.

This episode is a testament to the strength of the human spirit and the belief that with the right mindset, anyone can overcome life's challenges, no matter how insurmountable they may seem. Join us in celebrating Andy's remarkable journey and be inspired to live your life with resilience, positivity, and gratitude.

You can find Andy at @adventurewheels_melb

In this episode I discuss what happens when we ignore emotions, when we neglect ourselves, and I discuss the importance of showing up, doing the work, and allowing ourselves to come back to inner peace.

So what stuck? What can we think about every day, and choose, in order to build a better life in our daily habits? I discuss my thoughts after practicing these techniques for two weeks, and apply it to life examples.

Feel free to check out the socials

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We are told to "forgive but don't forget" or "forgive and let go" - a little bit of a contradiction, no? I'll take you through a little story time and what forgiveness currently looks like for me - it's definitely a topic I am more interested in discussing and understanding.

Don't forget to check us out on socials!

Instagram: @hdydi.pod

You can find Kat below:

Instagram: @little.life.adventure

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In this episode, I discuss my intention for the How Did You Do It podcast, and ponder over what happened when I got asked to explain "How I Did It".

Are you looking to start something and not sure on the "how" to do it: this could look like: how to get to a goal or what to expect. Do you get stuck on "next steps" of an idea?

Here, we discuss calling ourselves out on habits and thoughts that are keeping us living in the past, and some small practical steps to creating a better future.