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SHOWNOTES: She Took On Impossible and Won ep 38

Marathon swimmer Tammy van Wisse shares her incredible story of becoming the only human to ever swim the treacherous Bass Strait. Battling hypothermia, ferocious waves, stingers, exhaustion, and self-doubt, Tammy reveals the mental toughness, preparation, and support that helped her achieve the “impossible.” This inspiring conversation dives deep into resilience, overcoming fear, and finding calm in chaos—powerful lessons for mental health, wellbeing, and pushing beyond limits.

Topics

• The world’s most dangerous swim: Bass Strait
• Training body and mind for extreme endurance
• Mental strategies for resilience and focus
• Facing hypothermia, jellyfish, and massive waves
• The role of humour, music, and team support
• Unexpected help from wild dolphins

Episode Specific Links

• Tammy van Wisse official site: tammyvanwisse.com
• Transcript and guest bio: https://shithappy.com/tammy-van-wisse-…possible-and-won/

Find Related Episode on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/shit-happy-with-toni-powell/id1829230570

• #39 with Tammy Van Wisse
  #20 With Deke Ludwig

#extremeswimming, #enduranceathlete, #Wellbeing, #Mindfulness, #Motivation

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SHOWNOTES: A Year to LIve In Bed With Phil ep 37

If you had just one year to live, what would you change? In this cozy, funny, and thought-provoking “In Bed with Phil” episode, Toni and Phil tackle life’s biggest question with warmth and humor. From decluttering sheds to Buddhist wisdom, from Bronnie Ware’s Top Five Regrets of the Dying to the 80-year Harvard study on happiness, the chat explores death, dying, and what truly matters—relationships, laughter, and the small moments that make life meaningful. A candid mix of mental health, wellbeing, and love.

Topics

• What we’d do differently if we had a year to live
• Regrets of the Dying and lessons learned
• Harvard Grant Study on relationships and happiness
• Balancing quality vs. quantity time with family
• Finding a joyful exit and preparing for death
• Humor, clutter, and dad jokes in the face of mortality

Episode Specific Links

• The Top Five Regrets of the Dying by Bronnie Ware: https://amzn.to/3JDCS9S
• Triumphs of Experience (incredible book about Harvard Grant Study): https://amzn.to/4ltz3kY
• Transcript: https://shithappy.com/in-bed-with-phil-a-year-to-live/

Find Related Episodes on Apple Podcasts;

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/shit-happy-with-toni-powell/id1829230570

• #8 A Joyful Death
• #9 Her Pre-Death Funeral
• #31 Annoying Each Other
• #36 Dying to Live

#relationshipsmatter, #dying, #Wellbeing, #Mindfulness, #motivation

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SHOWNOTES: Dreams, Miracles & Enlightenment #36

A powerful exploration of dreams, love, and the miracles hidden in everyday life. Psychotherapist Paul McDermott shares extraordinary stories of spiritual awakening, guidance through dreams, and a love story born from a single tango dance. This moving conversation uncovers how connection, awareness, and wonder can transform mental health, wellbeing, and even how we face death.

Topics

• Val’s profound spiritual awakening
• What enlightenment really is (ordinary vs mystical)
• Dreams as guidance, warnings, and miracles
• The 12 minutes of love in tango dancing
• Meeting his life partner through a dream-led journey
• Facing death with wonder and acceptance

Episode Specific Links

• Pauls book Pilgrims: https://amzn.to/4mLtiA3
• Reflection Guide by Paul McDermott: https://www.paulmcdermott.org/2025/05/24/click-here-for-a-pdf-companion-to-the-toni-powell-episode/
• Transcript and guest bio: https://shithappy.com/paul-mcdermott-d…es-enlightenment/

Related Episode Links

• #35 Dying to Live: https://youtu.be/InFdZhr5ZQo
• #37 A Year to LIve (soon): https://youtu.be/D1wbsnJ4WGI

#miracles, #spirituality

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SHOWNOTES: Dying to Live # 35

What does it mean to truly meet someone where they are—even when they’re difficult, dying, or dismantling everything they once knew? In this deeply moving conversation with psychotherapist and author Paul McDermott, we explore love, loss, ego, and the lessons of dying that shape how we live. A powerful story about compassion, presence, and the radical shift that happens when we stop trying to fix others and instead simply walk beside them. Perfect for those seeking insight into wellbeing, mental health, relationships, and the mystery of death.

Topics

• Lessons from hospice care and dying well
• Why wanting others to change is abandonment
• Ego, humility, and dismantling false selves
• Compassionate companionship: walking beside, not fixing
• Meeting people in their brokenness and imperfection
• How love can grow in the hardest places

Episode Specific Links

• Pauls Book - Pilgrims: https://amzn.to/458JioT
• Paul website: https://www.paulmcdermott.org/writing/book-pilgrims/
• Transcript and guest bio: https://shithappy.com/paul-mcdermid-dying-to-live/
• The Yellow Car book: https://amzn.to/4mK380F

Related Episode Links on Apple Podcasts

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/shit-happy-with-toni-powell/id1829230570

• #8 A Joyful Death
• #9 Her Pre-Death Funeral

#deathanddying, #endoflife, #Wellbeing, #Mindfulness, #Podcastinterview,

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SHOWNOTES: Swapping Lives #34

In this lighthearted In Bed with Phil episode, Toni and Phil tackle a listener’s playful question: What if they swapped lives for a week—who would suffer more? Expect laughs, honesty, and a cheeky take on marriage, relationships, and what it really means to live inside someone else’s head. Perfect for anyone curious about love, connection, mental health in relationships, and finding humour in everyday chaos.

Topics

• What would happen if Toni and Phil swapped lives
• Sleep habits, stress, and productivity differences
• Marriage, relationships, and personality quirks
• Humour, intimacy, and laughter in long-term love
• A dad joke finale and a sneak peek at next week’s guest

Episode Specific Links

• Transcript: https://shithappy.com/in-bed-with-phil-swapping-lives/

Related Episode Links - find on Apple Podcasts.

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/shit-happy-with-toni-powell/id1829230570

• #4 Fear, Moths & Mattresses:
• #31 Annoying Each Other:

#marriagehumor, #comedychat

#Wellbeing, #Mindfulness, #Podcastinterview,

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SHOWNOTES: Influence Your Own Health Outcomes ep #33

How do you advocate for yourself when faced with a scary diagnosis or confusing medical process? This empowering episode explores practical tools for self-advocacy in healthcare—asking the right questions, finding allies, navigating second opinions, and building confidence. Packed with strategies for health literacy, communication, and confidence, it’s essential listening for anyone navigating illness, caregiving, or supporting loved ones through tough medical journeys.

Topics

• Self-advocacy in healthcare
• Handling difficult medical professionals
• Asking informed questions
• Using tools like AI, binders, and lists
• Health literacy and avoiding misinformation
• Coping with overwhelming diagnoses
• The role of allies and support systems

Episode Specific Links

• Regarding Me podcast by Luan Lawrenson-Woods: https://www.luanlawriewoods.com.au/podcasts/podcast-episode-01-7xw26-b46w9
• Transcript and guest bio: https://shithappy.com/luan-lawrenson-w…-health-outcomes/

Related Episode Links

• # 20 – Blindsided by Benzos: https://youtu.be/-zr2VvKjfI8
• #34 - Swapping Lives: https://youtu.be/2XQIA3grvK4

#cancersupport, #healthadvocacy, #patientrights, #healthliteracy, #selfadvocacy, #healingjourney, #medicalnavigation

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SHOWNOTES: Be Your Own Self Health Advocate #32

What do you do when your health is on the line—but you’re too scared to speak up? In this powerful episode, cancer survivor and patient advocate Luan Lawrenson-Woods shares how learning self-advocacy transformed her breast cancer journey. From brutal medical encounters to life-saving second opinions, Luan unpacks why speaking up isn’t selfish—it’s essential. If you’ve ever felt dismissed in a medical setting or unsure how to challenge a doctor, this episode is packed with insight, courage, and practical tools for taking charge of your health and mental wellbeing.

Topics

• The importance of self-advocacy in healthcare
• Luan’s breast cancer diagnosis and treatment journey
• Autologous breast reconstruction (“tummy to boob”) explained
• Navigating brutal medical encounters with confidence
• Why self-advocacy is essential for wellbeing and survival

Episode Specific Links

• Transcript and guest bio: https://shithappy.com/luan-lawrenson-w…medical-advocate/
• Luan’s podcast Regarding Me: https://www.luanlawriewoods.com.au/podcasts/podcast-episode-01-7xw26-b46w9

Related Episode Links

• Ep #20: Blindsided By Benzos: https://youtu.be/-zr2VvKjfI8

#healthadvocacy, #cancersurvivor, #patientrights, #breastcancerawareness, #medicaladvocacy, #speakup, #healingjourney

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Shownotes: Annoying Each Other ep #31

Living with someone long-term? Annoying habits are guaranteed. In this funny and relatable In Bed with Phil episode, Toni and Phil swap stories of forgotten sunglasses, vanishing oven mitts, secret DIY projects, and communication fails. Along the way, they share how laughter, play, and not taking things too seriously can keep a relationship strong. A warm, witty look at love, marriage, and the art of surviving each other without losing your mind—or your sunglasses.

Topics

• Everyday annoyances in long-term relationships
• Humor as a tool for connection
• ADHD, hyperfocus, and different habits at home
• Communication breakdowns (and breakthroughs)
• Why swapping partners won’t solve the “annoying” problem
• The value of play in marriage

Episode Specific Links

• Transcript: https://shithappy.com/in-bed-with-phil-you-annoy-me/

Related Episode Links

• #30 I Healed My Marriage in 30 days: https://youtu.be/EqPMKuhvg1E

#marriageadvice, #relationshiphumor, #ADHDlife, #longtermrelationships, #couplescomedy, #communicationfail, #lovelaughter

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