Messie Minds

As we wrap up an incredible season and year, join us for a cozy girls' chat about our upcoming concerts, events, and travels for the rest of 2024. From exciting destinations to unforgettable experiences, we're sharing all the details. Plus, we dive into the latest TikTok trend, "Very Demure, very mindful" and why it's taking the internet by storm! ✈️🎶✨

1. Our upcoming concerts - Neyo, The Weeknd - the Wee...

From growing up on a farm in small-town Portarlington to becoming a successful buyer's advocate in Melbourne, Kevin Ni has an incredible story to share. 🌾✨

In this episode, Kevin opens up about his humble beginnings, the challenges he faced, and how he built his own business advocating for people looking to buy and invest in property.

We dwelve into:

1. His humble beginnings, inspirations and how he landed in real estate; 🏡
2. Per...

Ever felt like you’re not being heard at work? This week, we dive deep into practical strategies for advocating for yourself in the workplace. From negotiating raises to setting boundaries, we cover it all. And we're excited to have our part-time cohost Russel Perdio join the conversation! 🎧✨

• Advocating for a promotion/payrise
• Strategies on how to advocate for yourself
• Setting boundaries and learning to say NO
• Looking for ...

Girlhood refers to the period in a female's life from childhood to adolescence, encompassing the experiences, activities, and cultural influences that shape her identity during these formative years. It's a time marked by exploration, self-discovery, and significant social and emotional development. After watching our friend blossom and live out her BEST life, we were inspired!

So this week we reflect on our nostalgic jo...

We're thrilled to have the amazing Chris Zou join us this week! Chris is a research scientist with a PhD in industrial and organisational psychology. With over a decade of experience in consulting, data analysis, teaching, and mentorship, he's a powerhouse of knowledge. 👨🏻‍🎓🧑🏻‍🔬

But you might know him better as the Canadian tourist who got a taste of Aussie party stamina during World Pride and Mardi Gras! 🌈🐨

In this...

This week, we get to chatting about something that has been in the works for a while. In early 2024, Mary decided that she was going to kick lots of goals, one of them being buying an investment property. 🏡✨

Mary used the 90-day rule theory and applied it to all her 2024 goals, helping her really focus on her property investment journey. So Mary finally signed the deal!!

🎧 Tune in to hear about:

1. How the 90 day rule helps o...

This week, we chat with Melbourne content creator Jenny J Zhou about her incredible decade-long journey on social media. 🌟 From her early days in Shanghai to her humble beginnings on YouTube, Jenny shares her inspiring story and the evolution of her career.

We deep dive into: ✨ Her life as a student in Shanghai 📸 The start of her content creation journey on YouTube 🤝 Navigating parasocial relationships 🎤 Her exciting stint...

The real truth behind the famous scene from The Notebook? No, but forreal though....

Ever feel exhausted from making decisions all day? 🤯 Dive into our latest episode where we unpack decision fatigue, the mental load we carry, and how traditional gender roles play into it all. 🤔

🎙️ Highlights:

• The three categories of mental load:

• Emotional Burden: Emotional labor and empathy required to manage relatio...

This week, we're thrilled to have the amazing Saki Pan join us to chat about her incredible journey moving from Australia to Japan! 🇦🇺➡️🇯🇵

Tune in as we dive into: ✨ Culture shocks that come with such a big move ✨ The reality vs. the romanticized view of working in Japan ✨ Disrespectful tourists and how that affects everyone else in the community ✨ Discovering the true beauty of Japan beyond what you see on social media ✨ E...

Yes, you read that right.

But wait what? who? when? where? Tune in to find out how it all played out. 😱

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Ever wonder what goes on behind the scenes at Messie Minds? 🤔 In our latest episode, we're switching things up as we dive deep into getting to know each other on a whole new level!

We've swapped out the usual banter for some thought-provoking questions from the captivating card game "Tell Me More." 💬 From childhood dreams to life's biggest regrets, we're baring it all as we explore topics that rarely sur...

In this heartfelt episode, we sit down with Michelle to explore the highs and lows of dating in your late 20s after a marriage separation. 💔➡️❤️

Michelle opens up about her journey to rediscovering herself, learning the importance of self-love, and how to navigate the dating scene with newfound confidence. 🌟✨

Tune in as we discuss: 🔹 Embracing singlehood 🔹 Building a solid foundation of self-worth

🔹 Building on your friendship...

The universe operates on a balance of contrasting energies, and understanding whether you resonate more with masculine or feminine energy can transform your connections.

It's not about gender, but about the dominant energy that influences your interactions, communication, and attraction. Knowing your predominant energy can lead to more harmonious relationships, as it helps you navigate the dance of give-and-take with a deeper ...

We're thrilled to welcome back Russel Perdio as our return guest host on the podcast!

Join us for a captivating discussion on modern parenting and the perpetual juggle of work-life balance. Russel brings valuable insights and perspectives to the table, making this episode a must-listen for all parents out there.

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🎤✨ We had an absolute blast chatting with the incredibly talented and insightful Melbourne comedian and actress, Diana Nguyen! 💫

From hilarious anecdotes about modern-day dating to navigating life as a product of an all-girls school, Diana shared some real gems about embracing your identity. We delved into eldest daughter syndrome, the power of freezing your eggs to buy yourself time (cos yikes the c...

Navigating the journey of first-time fatherhood is a rollercoaster of emotions, now throw in the mix of surgery recovery and managing home duties as your partner returns to work, and you've got yourself an epic saga of love, resilience, and multitasking.

In our latest episode, we catch up with Robert Pham and dive into the heartwarming yet challenging world of a new dad who's juggling the delicate balance of healing f...

Ah, the joy of families coming together - whether it's for weddings, baby showers, or the sheer excitement of welcoming a new grandchild into the fold. It's a time of love, laughter, and, let's be honest, a sprinkle of drama. 😅

From the endless wedding planning debates (team DJ or band?) to the meticulous crafting of the perfect baby shower theme, these moments are as heartwarming as they are hectic. And let's not...

The dynamic between the eldest and youngest siblings within a family often illustrates a fascinating study in contrasts and complementary roles.

The eldest sibling, traditionally viewed as the trailblazer, frequently shoulders more responsibility from an early age, embodying the role of caretaker, leader, and sometimes, a third parent to their younger siblings. This position often instills in them qualities of maturity, reliabilit...