Power To Be Happy: Journey of Healing, Together

Dawn breaks on thewater. You’ve weathered storms, my friend, but you’re still here. In this Hour of Healing, we sail together toward liberation: not by avoiding the past, but by honoring it and choosing the present. On this episode we explore: Dreams vs reality and how we make progress towards life that we want What you can and can’t control: practical way how to do that Who you are becoming: the power that comes with choice about the future I can’t wait to see you inside!!

In episode 40 of “The Hour of Healing,” we dive into “Breaking the Cycle: Replace Harm with Healing.” Imagine yourself on the deck of a tall ship, the wind in your hair, the horizon stretching before you. You’ve weathered life’s storms, yet here you are—standing strong, ready to heal and thrive. Join me, Joe Bakhmoutski, as we explore how to transform past pain into a journey of renewal. Through personal stories and guided reflections, we’ll uncover the Four Cycles of Healing: Letting Go, Being in the Moment, Growing Into the Future You Want, and Seeking Connection. Together, we’ll let go of the past, embrace the present, and step into a future filled with hope and possibility. 🌟

In this episode of “The Hour of Healing,” we explore “True Connection: Finding the Courage to Open Your Heart.” Picture yourself on the deck of a tall ship, the wind in your hair, the horizon stretching before you. You’ve weathered life’s storms, yet here you are—standing strong, ready to heal and thrive. Join me, Joe Bakhmoutski, as we delve into the transformative power of connection and trust. Through personal stories and guided reflections, we’ll uncover how to move beyond betrayal, rewrite our stories, and embrace a life filled with hope and authenticity. Together, we’ll let go of the past, embrace the present, and step into a future filled with possibility. 🌟

In this episode of “The Hour of Healing,” we embark on “The Self-Worth Reset”—a journey to heal shame and embrace confidence. Picture yourself on the deck of a tall ship, the wind in your hair, the horizon stretching before you. You’ve weathered life’s storms, yet here you are—standing strong, ready to heal and thrive. Join me, Joe Bakhmoutski, as we explore the transformative power of self-worth. Through personal stories and guided reflections, we’ll uncover how to rebuild confidence, nurture meaningful relationships, and create a life where you feel grounded, joyful, and fullyalive. Together, we’ll let go of the past, embrace the present, and step into a future filled with hope and possibility. 🌟

In episode 37 of “The Hour of Healing,” we dive into “How to Stop Fear of Failure: Finding Your Fuel for Growth.” Imagine yourself on the deck of a tall ship, the wind in your hair, the horizon stretching before you. You’ve weathered life’s storms, yet here you are—standing strong, ready to heal and thrive. Join me, Joe Bakhmoutski, as we explore how to transform fear into unstoppable momentum. Through personal stories and guided reflections, we’ll uncover how to use past experiences as fuel for growth, healing, and progress. Together, we’ll let go of the past, embrace the present, and step into a future filled with hope and possibility. 🌟

In this episode of “The Hour of Healing,” we embark on a journey to discover “The Courage to Connect.” Picture yourself on the deck of a tall ship, the wind in your hair, the horizon stretching before you. You’ve weathered life’s storms, yet here you are—standing strong, ready to heal and thrive. Join me, Joe Bakhmoutski, as we explore the essential role of connection in our lives. Belonging isn’t just a luxury, it’s a necessity for happiness and healing. Through personal stories and guided reflections, we’ll uncover how to rebuild trust, nurture meaningful relationships, and create a sense of belonging. Together, we’ll let go of the past, embrace the present, and step into a future filled with hope and possibility. 🌟

In this episode of “The Hour of Healing,” we embark on a profound journey of rebuilding trust after betrayal. Picture yourself on the deck of a tall ship, the wind in your hair, the salty air filling your lungs. You’ve weathered fierce storms, yet here you are—standing strong, ready to heal. Join me, Joe Bakhmoutski, as we explore the transformative power of trust. Betrayal cuts deep, shaking our sense of safety and confidence. But beyond the pain lies the possibility of connection, freedom, and growth. Through the ABCs of Trust—Acceptance, Bravery, and Choices—we’ll guide you in rebuilding trust in yourself and others. Together, we’ll let go of the past, embrace the present, and step into a future filled with hope and possibility. 🌟

In this episode of “The Hour of Healing,” we embark on a journey of resilience and renewal. Picture yourself on the deck of a tall ship, the wind in your hair, the horizon stretching before you. You’ve weathered life’s storms, and yet, here you are—standing strong, ready to heal and reclaim your power. Join me, Joe Bakhmoutski, as we explore the transformative process of healing, not just as a means to mend what’s broken, but as a path to grow beyond ourselves. Through personal stories and guided reflections, we’ll uncover the strength within to create something beautiful from life’s challenges. Together, we’ll navigate the seasons of healing, embracing each phase with compassion and courage. Whether you’re in the depths of winter or the bloom of summer, this episode is a reminder that healing is a journey, and you’re not alone. Let’s set sail towards a brighter, more empowered future. 🌟

Welcome to Episode 33 of The Hour of Healing: “Numb, Overwhelmed, or Both? Finding Peace in Emotional Chaos.” Imagine standing on the deck of a tall ship, the wind brushing your face, the waves gently rocking beneath your feet. You’ve weathered storms, some harsher than others, but you’re here—still standing, still striving. Today, we choose to heal together. Join me, Joe Bakhmoutski, as we explore the emotional chaos that can leave us feeling numb or overwhelmed. Discover how to find peace amidst the storm, using the PEACE framework to create the conditions for calm and clarity. Through personal stories and practical steps, we’ll dive deep into the ocean of emotions and uncover the pearls of wisdom that await. Let’s embark on this journey to find the peace you deserve. 🌊

Welcome to Episode 32 of The Hour of Healing: “From Fear to Freedom: Building Deeper, More Authentic Connections.” Imagine standing on the deck of a tall ship, the wind brushing your face, the waves rocking beneath your feet. You’ve weathered storms, some harsher than others, but you’re here. You’re part of our crew, still standing, still striving for more—more belonging, fulfillment, and feeling alive. Join me, Joe Bakhmoutski, as we embark on a journey to move from fear to freedom, discovering how to build deeper, more authentic connections that help you soar. Through the Freedom to Fly Framework, we’ll explore how to notice, nurture, and soar in your relationships, finding your flock and embracing the freedom of true connection. Let’s take flight together and create a life where you feel grounded, joyful, and fully alive. 🌟

Welcome to Episode 31 of The Hour of Healing: “The Inner Critic vs. You: How to Rewrite Negative Thought Patterns.” Imagine standing on the deck of a tall ship, having weathered the storms, yet still standing strong. Today, we choose to rise, to heal, and to let our inner champion take the wheel. Join me, Joe Bakhmoutski, as we explore the dynamic between your inner critic and your inner champion. Discover how to empower your inner champion to lead with confidence, clarity, and compassion. With the Champion’s Compass framework, we’ll guide you through the dance of life, helping you navigate challenges and rewrite your story. Let’s embark on this transformative journey together, and let your inner champion shine!

Welcome to Episode 30 of The Hour of Healing: “Shatter the Shame Spiral: Reclaiming Your Self Worth.” Imagine standing on the deck of a tall ship, the salty breeze brushing against your face. You’ve weathered storms, but here you are, still standing, still moving forward. Today, we choose to heal, to rise, to reclaim our self-worth. Shame can distort our story, casting shadows over our light, but you are enough. Join me, Joe Bakhmoutski, as we explore how to break free from the shame spiral and embrace the truth of your worthiness. Through powerful rituals and reflections, we’ll let go of the past and step into a future filled with hope and possibility. Let’s embark on this transformative journey together.

Welcome to Episode 29 of The Hour of Healing: “Reclaiming Control: How to Heal and Build Healthy Boundaries.” Picture yourself on the deck of a tall ship, the salty breeze brushing against your face. You’ve weathered storms, but here you are, still standing, still moving forward. Today, we choose to heal, to rise, to strive for more belonging, fulfillment, and aliveness. Join me, Joe Bakhmoutski, as we explore the transformative power of boundaries. Discover how setting healthy boundaries can bring clarity, energy, and joy into your life. Learn how to say yes to yourself and no to what drains you, building trust and confidence in who you are. Together, we’ll embark on a journey to reclaim control and create a life where you feel grounded, joyful, and fully alive. Let’s set sail on this empowering voyage!

Join us on The Hour of Healing as we embark on a voyage of self-discovery and renewal. Imagine yourself on the deck of a tall ship, part of a crew united by choice and the pursuit of healing. In this episode, Joe Bakhmoutski invites you to explore the profound question: “Who am I, really?” Through personal stories and transformative rituals, learn how to redefine your identity and step into a new role with intention and ambition. Discover the power of letting go, embracing growth, and becoming the person you aspire to be. This episode is your invitation to find your true self and step into a life of fulfillment and joy. Join us as we sail toward a brighter horizon, together. Welcome aboard! 🌟

Step aboard The Hour of Healing, where we embark on a journey to discover the Bridge to Belonging. Imagine yourself on the deck of a tall ship, part of a crew united by choice and the pursuit of healing. In this episode, Joe Bakhmoutski invites you to explore the essence of belonging and connection. Through personal stories and transformative rituals, learn how to cultivate meaningful interactions, uphold cherished relationships, and deepen your bonds. Discover the power of community and the joy of being truly seen and understood. This episode is your invitation to build your own Castle of Connection and step into a life of fulfillment and joy. Join us as we sail toward a brighter horizon, together. Welcome aboard! 🌟

Welcome to a journey of rediscovery and empowerment on The Hour of Healing. Imagine yourself on the deck of a tall ship, part of a crew united by choice and the pursuit of healing. In this episode, Joe Bakhmoutski invites you to reconnect with the peace and strength that resides within you. Through personal stories and transformative rituals, explore how to release the burdens of the past and embrace the present with open arms. Discover the power of intentional growth and the joy of living fully in the moment. This episode is your invitation to find your safe haven and step into a life of fulfillment and joy. Join us as we sail toward a brighter horizon, together. Welcome aboard! 🌟

In this transformative episode of The Hour of Healing, we explore the Three Pillars of Healing: Reconnect, Let Go, and Grow. Imagine yourself on the deck of a tall ship, part of a crew united by choice and the pursuit of healing. Join Joe Bakhmoutski, life coach and founder of TRUST+1, as he guides you through a journey of self-discovery and intentional growth. Discover how to release the past, embrace the present, and step into a future filled with possibility. This episode is all about creating a life of fulfillment, belonging, and joy. Welcome aboard!

In this empowering episode of The Hour of Healing, we dive into the art of building unshakable self-trust. Imagine yourself on the deck of a tall ship, part of a crew united by choice and the pursuit of healing. Join Joe Bakhmoutski, life coach and founder of TRUST+1, as he guides you through a workshop-style training to cultivate confidence and clarity. Discover how to set aside doubt, embrace your vibrant self, and generate real momentum in your life. This episode is all about taking action, savoring the experience, and trusting yourself to win in every moment. Welcome aboard!

In this empowering episode of The Hour of Healing, we dive into the art of building unshakable self-trust. Imagine yourself on the deck of a tall ship, part of a crew united by choice and the pursuit of healing. Join Joe Bakhmoutski, life coach and founder of TRUST+1, as he guides you through a workshop-style training to cultivate confidence and clarity. Discover how to set aside doubt, embrace your vibrant self, and generate real momentum in your life. This episode is all about taking action, savoring the experience, and trusting yourself to win in every moment. Welcome aboard!

In this transformative episode of The Hour of Healing, we embark on a journey to release the past and fully embrace the present. Imagine yourself on the deck of a tall ship, part of a crew united by choice. We choose to define ourselves not by past traumas, but by the healing and vibrancy we strive for today. Join Joe Bakhmoutski, life coach and founder of TRUST+1, as he guides you through a workshop-style training filled with journaling, visualization, and a powerful leaving behind ritual. Discover how letting go, even by just 5%, can be transformational. Together, we rise, heal, and chart a new course toward the life you deserve. Welcome aboard!

Welcome aboard The Hour of Healing, where we set sail on a journey to anchor ourselves in the present and embrace the moments that truly matter. Imagine yourself on the deck of a tall ship, surrounded by a crew united by choice. Together, we choose to define ourselves not by past traumas, but by the healing journey we’re on. This episode is about reconnecting with meaningful moments that empower us to live with strength and presence today. Join me, Joe Bakhmoutski, as we explore how to break free from the cycle of rushing through life and instead, savor the wins and learn from the challenges. We’ll dive into the art of celebrating our successes, calibrating our setbacks, and creating moments of goodness that bring joy and fulfillment. Through stories, reflections, and meditations, we’ll uncover the courage to face our fears and frustrations, using them as stepping stones to a life of greater meaning and connection. Whether you’re navigating rocky seas or calm waters, this episode will inspire you to embrace your truth and live with a sense of urgency and joy. Join us on this voyage of healing and hope, and let’s set sail towards a life of greater meaning and connection. 🌟

Welcome to The Hour of Healing, where we embark on a transformative journey to turn life’s challenges into opportunities for growth. Imagine yourself on the deck of a tall ship, surrounded by a crew united by choice. Together, we choose to define ourselves not by past traumas, but by the healing journey we’re on. This episode is about using triggers as tools—guiding us to where we need to heal and grow. Join me, Joe Bakhmoutski, as we explore how to transform those painful reminders into powerful catalysts for change. We’ll dive into the process of “Growing UP,” a journey of self-awareness and healing, and how it can lead to a more vibrant, fulfilling existence. Together, we’ll engage in a powerful leaving behind ritual to release what’s been holding us back and step boldly into the present moment. Through stories, reflections, and meditations, we’ll uncover the courage to face our fears and frustrations, using them as stepping stones to a life of greater meaning and connection. Whether you’re navigating rocky seas or calm waters, this episode will inspire you to embrace your truth and live with a sense of urgency and joy. Join us on this voyage of healing and hope, and let’s set sail towards a life of greater meaning and connection. 🌟

Welcome to The Hour of Healing, where we embark on a journey of self-discovery and transformation. Imagine yourself on the deck of a tall ship, the wind in your hair, the horizon wide open before you. Here, we choose to define ourselves not by past traumas, but by the healing journey we’re on. This episode is all about embracing your aliveness and showing up as your best, boldest self every day. Join me, Joe Bakhmoutski, as we explore the theme of aliveness—a true measure of healing from life’s challenges. We’ll dive into the process of “Growing UP,” a journey of doing life better, and how it can lead to a more vibrant, fulfilling existence. Together, we’ll engage in a powerful leaving behind ritual to release what’s been holding us back and step boldly into the present moment. Through stories, reflections, and meditations, we’ll uncover the courage to live unapologetically, honoring the goodness within ourselves and others. Whether you’re navigating rocky seas or calm waters, this episode will inspire you to embrace your truth and live with a sense of urgency and joy. Join us on this voyage of healing and hope, and let’s set sail towards a life of greater meaning and connection. 🌟

Welcome aboard The Hour of Healing! In this episode, we set sail on a journey to discover the joy within us. Imagine standing on the deck of a tall ship, surrounded by a crew united by choice. We choose to define ourselves not by past traumas but by the healing journey we’re on. Join me, Joe Bakhmoutski, as we explore how to generate your own energy and happiness. We’ll dive into the art of ‘Growing UP’—a process of living life better, tuning into confidence, and connecting deeply with others. This month’s theme is aliveness, and we’ll uncover how to dial up positive energy and bring more joy into our lives. Let’s embark on this voyage together, leaving behind what no longer serves us and embracing the vibrant life ahead. 🌟

In this episode of The Hour of Healing, Joe Bakhmoutski invites you on a journey to break through the numbness and reclaim your vibrancy. Using the metaphor of navigating life aboard a tall ship, Joe explores how we can choose healing over trauma, and movement over stagnation. Through personal stories and powerful rituals, discover how to let go of past burdens and embrace a future filled with aliveness and connection. Join Joe as he guides you through a reconnection meditation, helping you tap into your inner wellspring of energy and joy. 🌅🚢

In this episode of The Hour of Healing, Joe Bakhmoutski invites you aboard a metaphorical tall ship, where the power of choice unites us all. Together, we explore how to bring joy into your life and elevate your energy to inspire those around you. Joe shares personal insights from his journey, revealing how personal development has been a catalyst for feeling joy, love, and excitement. Through visualization, reflection, and journaling, discover how to let go of past traumas and embrace a future filled with belonging, fulfillment, and joy. This episode is a call to action to reclaim control, build healthy boundaries, and ignite the fire of aliveness within. 🌅🚢

In this episode of The Hour of Healing, Joe Bakhmoutski invites you aboard a metaphorical tall ship, where the power of choice unites us all. Together, we explore how to unleash your creative spark and find inspiration anytime. Joe shares personal insights from his journey, revealing how personal development has been a catalyst for feeling joy, love, and excitement. Through visualization, reflection, and journaling, discover how to let go of past traumas and embrace a future filled with belonging, fulfillment, and joy. This episode is a call to action to reclaim control, build healthy boundaries, and ignite the fire of aliveness within. 🌅🚢

In this episode of The Hour of Healing, Joe Bakhmoutski invites you aboard a metaphorical tall ship, where the power of choice unites us all. Together, we explore how to fuel your spirit and master emotional energy to navigate life’s challenges. Joe shares personal insights from his journey, revealing how personal development has been a catalyst for feeling joy, love, and excitement. Through visualization, reflection, and journaling, discover how to let go of past traumas and embrace a future filled with belonging, fulfillment, and joy. This episode is a call to action to reclaim control, build healthy boundaries, and ignite the fire of aliveness within. 🌅🚢

In this episode of The Hour of Healing, Joe Bakhmoutski invites you aboard a metaphorical tall ship, where the power of choice unites us all. Together, we explore how to ignite your mental and physical vibrancy, moving from a state of survival to one of thriving. Joe shares personal insights from his journey, revealing how personal development has been a catalyst for finding love, purpose, and a sense of aliveness. Through visualization, reflection, and journaling, discover how to let go of past traumas and embrace a future filled with belonging, fulfillment, and joy. This episode is a call to action to reclaim control, build healthy boundaries, and ignite the fire of aliveness within. 🌅🚢

In this episode of The Hour of Healing, Joe Bakhmoutski invites you aboard a metaphorical tall ship, where the power of choice unites us all. Together, we explore the transformative journey from merely surviving to truly thriving. Joe shares personal insights from his own healing journey, revealing how personal development has been a catalyst for finding love, purpose, and a sense of aliveness. Through visualization, reflection, and journaling, discover how to let go of past traumas and embrace a future filled with belonging, fulfillment, and joy. This episode is a call to action to reclaim control, build healthy boundaries, and ignite the fire of aliveness within. 🌅🚢

Join Joe Bakhmoutski on The Hour of Healing as we embark on a journey of resilience and renewal. Imagine yourself on the deck of a tall ship, where the choice to heal unites us all. In this episode, Joe shares personal insights from his 25-year journey in personal development, revealing how resilience has been a cornerstone in overcoming life’s challenges. Through visualization, reflection, and journaling, discover how to let go of the past and embrace the vibrant, alive feeling of being in the moment. This episode is a call to action to recognize your strength, celebrate your survival, and take bold steps toward a life full of belonging and fulfillment. 🌅🚢

Join Joe Bakhmoutski on The Hour of Healing as we embark on a journey of resilience and renewal. Imagine yourself on the deck of a tall ship, where the choice to heal unites us all. In this episode, Joe shares personal insights from his 25-year journey in personal development, revealing how resilience has been a cornerstone in overcoming life’s challenges. Through visualization, reflection, and journaling, discover how to let go of the past and embrace the vibrant, alive feeling of being in the moment. This episode is a call to action to recognize your strength, celebrate your survival, and take bold steps toward a life full of belonging and fulfillment. 🌅🚢

In this transformative episode of The Hour of Healing, join Joe Bakhmoutski as he invites you aboard a metaphorical tall ship, setting sail towards a horizon of hope and renewal. Together, we explore the power of choice—choosing to define ourselves not by past traumas, but by the healing journey we embark on. Joe shares his personal story as a survivor of child sexual abuse and cancer, emphasizing the importance of feeling good about your life today, no matter where you are on your journey. Through visualization and storytelling, discover how to let go of what no longer serves you and embrace the vibrant, alive feeling of being in the moment. This episode is a call to action to trust in your strength and capability, and to find your own way to thrive. 🌅🚢

Difficult conversations are a part of life, but they don’t have to leave us feeling stuck or defeated. In this episode of The Hour of Healing, we explore how to approach these moments with grace, courage, and clarity. I’ll share personal stories, practical tools, and a framework to help you navigate tough discussions—whether it’s setting boundaries, expressing your truth, or finding common ground. Together, we’ll uncover how to turn these challenging moments into opportunities for growth, connection, and healing. Let’s face the hard talks with strength and compassion. 🌟

What does it mean to truly feel alive? To wake up each day with a sense of vibrancy, connection, and purpose? In this episode of The Hour of Healing, we explore how to cultivate that aliveness, even in the face of life’s challenges. I’ll share personal stories, practical tools, and a powerful framework to help you shift your focus, embrace gratitude, and reconnect with what lights you up. Together, we’ll uncover how to bring more love, impact, fascination, and truth into your daily life. Let’s create a life that feels vibrant, meaningful, and fully alive. 🌟

Life can knock us down in ways we never expected. But here’s the truth: the struggle you face is not who you are—it’s the circumstances you’re in. And those circumstances? They can change. In this episode of The Hour of Healing, we’re diving deep into how to pick yourself up when life feels heavy. I’ll share personal stories, practical tools, and a powerful framework called LIFT—Love, Impact, Fascination, and Truth—to help you rise above the challenges and create a life filled with meaning and hope. You’ll learn how to shift your focus, set boundaries, and embrace your truth, so you can move forward with courage and clarity. Let’s rise together. 🌟

Welcome to The Hour of Healing, where we embark on a transformative journey to turn life’s challenges into opportunities for growth. Imagine yourself on the deck of a tall ship, surrounded by a crew united by choice. Together, we choose to define ourselves not by past traumas, but by the healing journey we’re on. This episode is about using triggers as tools—guiding us to where we need to heal and grow. Join me, Joe Bakhmoutski, as we explore how to transform those painful reminders into powerful catalysts for change. We’ll dive into the process of “Growing UP,” a journey of self-awareness and healing, and how it can lead to a more vibrant, fulfilling existence. Together, we’ll engage in a powerful leaving behind ritual to release what’s been holding us back and step boldly into the present moment. Through stories, reflections, and meditations, we’ll uncover the courage to face our fears and frustrations, using them as stepping stones to a life of greater meaning and connection. Whether you’re navigating rocky seas or calm waters, this episode will inspire you to embrace your truth and live with a sense of urgency and joy. Join us on this voyage of healing and hope, and let’s set sail towards a life of greater meaning and connection. 🌟

Negative influences are everywhere—whether it’s the news, toxic relationships, or even our own inner critic. But here’s the truth: you don’t have to let them control your life. In this episode of The Hour of Healing, we’ll explore five powerful directives to help you fortify your mind, shift your focus, and reclaim your energy. I’ll share personal stories, practical exercises, and insights on how to navigate negativity with grace and courage. You’ll learn how to set boundaries, focus on what truly matters, and find sources of integration that bring wholeness into your life. Let’s rise above the noise together and create a life filled with meaning, connection, and hope. 🌟

Welcome back to The Hour of Healing! In this episode, we’re diving into the power of hope—how to hold onto it, nurture it, and let it carry you through even the most challenging days. Through personal stories, practical exercises, and heartfelt insights, we’ll explore: The COPE framework: Control, Openness, Progress, and Energy. A simple visualization exercise to regain control and focus. How to reconnect with your values and create a daily sense of accomplishment. This is your invitation to keep moving forward, no matter what life throws your way. Let’s chart a course toward hope, together.

On this episode of Power to Be Happy, I’m joined by the extraordinary Blayne Welsh—a First Nations scholar, theatre maker, and a true visionary in the intersection of healing, performance, and indigeneity. Blayne shares his deeply personal journey of healing through theater, exploring how movement, ritual, and storytelling can transform pain into power. We dive into the concept of liminal spaces, the role of performance in reconnecting with our humanity, and how indigenous practices offer profound lessons for healing and community. Whether you’re curious about drama therapy, looking for new ways to reconnect with yourself, or simply want to be inspired by Blayne’s wisdom, this episode is for you. Tune in to discover how theatre can be a tool for recovery, transformation, and belonging—and how we can all create rituals and spaces that heal. This is a conversation about courage, creativity, and the power of storytelling to harmonize our relationships with the world around us. Don’t miss it!! Full Podcast Transcript Episode Title: To Heal Through Performance: Blayne Welsh on Drama, Ritual, and Connection Joe: Hey, guys, and welcome to Power to Be Happy, where we explore incredible ways that people heal, grow, and find joy and goodness in their lives. Today, I am beyond excited to be joined by Blayne Welsh—a First Nations scholar, theatre maker, and just an all-around extraordinary human being. Blayne’s work dives deep into the intersection of theatre, performance, and healing. And I just know this conversation is going to be incredibly special. Blayne, we first connected after I read your research on the power of ritual in theatre, and I was so inspired by your insights and your approach to storytelling, performance, and healing. So, Blayne, it’s an honour to have you here today to talk about healing and recovery through the lens of theatre, performance, and indigeneity. I think it’s going to be incredibly special. Blayne, welcome to the show! Blayne: Thank you for having me, Joe. Joe: Blayne, we’ve spoken about this connection between theatre and healing before. Was it the act of performance—like movement, ritual, or storytelling—that you think makes it such a powerful tool for recovery and transformation? Blayne: That’s a great question, Joe. For me, the initial insight was deeply personal. I come from a background of intergenerational trauma—my dad was stolen, and we lived with that. When I found theatre, I was in a space where I needed healing, and it just so happened that theatre gave it to me. That’s when I began the journey of realizing, ‘This is useful—not just for me, but potentially for the mob.’ For me, it was about the performance element. Being able to move your body, to move through a space, to create a simulated world where you know the rules and you’re in control—it’s incredibly powerful. By creating that environment and diving into what it means to be human, I found it helps regulate emotions. But it’s not just that. Theatre expands beyond the boundaries we’ve placed on it in modern society.” In Australia, we often think of theatre as something confined to black boxes or big productions like Les Misérables. But historically, theatre and performance practices were vital social and healing functions within cultures. For me, there’s a deep connection to my indigenous ancestors. My dad was taken, so I’ve been on a lifelong journey of returning home. When I look back at our cultures and ancestors—the way we moved as animals moved, the way we gathered, danced, and performed—it’s clear these practices were essential for healing and regulation. We’ve removed many of these performative elements from our society, boxed them into museums or theatres, and lost their broader social function. But these practices are still so valuable. Blayne: I remember reading about a particular dance from Island Mob. It was a wedding ritual where the newly wedded husband had to perform a specific dance. While he danced, the sisters and other women would come out and dance provocatively around him. Even though it might seem superficial at first glance, you can see how this ritual helped release potential social tensions. It served a vital function in maintaining harmony within the community. For me, theatre became a way to reconnect with these kinds of performative practices from my ancestors. It was healing—not just emotionally, but also culturally. Theatre gave me a framework to express myself. And as someone with borderline personality and complex PTSD, it became a tool for regulation and healing. It also allowed me to embody the practices of my ancestors in a way that felt relevant to my identity in today’s world. Joe: I love that, Blayne, because it’s something that’s deeply personal, isn’t it? I feel like there’s this energy to theatre and performance. That’s what drew me in. When I think about exploring theatre as part of my personal healing journey, it’s that energy—whether you’re a performer, an audience member, o

Welcome back to The Hour of Healing! In this episode, we’re flipping the script on therapy. It’s not just about working through pain—it’s about rediscovering joy, creativity, and connection. Therapy isn’t just helpful—it can be fun! Through personal stories and practical insights, we’ll explore: The four biggest obstacles to therapy (and how to overcome them). Why therapy is a creative, empowering process that puts you in control. How finding the right therapist—your “Kind with a capital K”—can transform your life. This is your invitation to see therapy in a whole new light. Let’s chart a course toward healing, hope, and more fun in your life.

Welcome back to The Hour of Healing! In this episode, we’re exploring one of the most profound truths about healing: it doesn’t happen in isolation. Healing is relational. Through heartfelt storytelling and practical insights, we’ll uncover: Why connection is vital to your healing journey. How to find and nurture relationships that truly support you. A powerful exercise to release old pain and open yourself to deeper connection. This is your invitation to reconnect—with yourself, with others, and with the shared human experience that unites us all. Together, we’ll chart a course toward healing, hope, and belonging.

Welcome aboard The Hour of Healing! In this first episode, we set sail on a journey of hope, healing, and self-discovery. Together, we’ll explore how emotional triggers—those moments that bring up old pain or difficult memories—can actually become powerful tools for growth. Through vivid storytelling and practical insights, we’ll uncover: Why triggers aren’t here to hurt you—they’re here to guide you. How to give shape to your emotions so you can release them. The six essential skills—clarity, compassion, courage, confidence, creative expression, and connectedness—that will help you navigate life’s challenges. This is your invitation to reconnect with your truth, your dreams, and your higher self. Let’s chart a course toward healing, together.  

In this deeply personal and vital episode of The Power to Be Happy podcast, Joe sits down with Daniel Rylatt, a clinical psychologist and mental health professional, to tackle one of the most challenging yet necessary topics: understanding suicide and how we can support ourselves and others. Joe and Daniel reflect on their journey of friendship, which began with a walk in nature and led to profound conversations about mental health, connection, and the ripple effects of suicide. Together, they explore the importance of creating safe spaces for these conversations, the power of authentic connection, and practical ways to approach someone who may be struggling. Daniel shares insights from his years of experience, including the staggering statistics around suicide, the role of connection in fostering hope, and how to navigate sensitive conversations with compassion and care. They also discuss the importance of self-care, resilience, and finding ways to reconnect with the things that bring us joy and grounding—even in the midst of life’s toughest moments. This episode is a heartfelt invitation to lean into the hard conversations, to show up for ourselves and others, and to remember that even in the darkest times, there is hope. Full Podcast Transcript Episode Title: Hope in Action: Understanding Suicide and Supporting Each Other with Daniel Rylatt Joe: Daniel, welcome to The Power to Be Happy podcast. I’m stoked that we’re here having a conversation again—this time about quite a different topic, about a vital topic, about a necessary topic. I honour you for being here, for being in this space, for making the time for this. But I want to welcome you to the show. How you going, Daniel? Daniel: Hey, Joe. Yes. Good day. Good to be here. Thanks for inviting me along and, yeah, having one of our conversations. Joe: Yeah, that’s it. That’s it, Daniel. And today, we’re talking about, you know, a difficult topic. I want to probably start with, you know, how this conversation has come about. Daniel: Yeah. Joe: We’ve been doing some workshops in the community, in the city council, and it all really came about from the time when we were out in the bush, out on a walk, out in nature. We were becoming friends, and I learned a lot about you. I also learned that you’re a mental health professional in the space of suicide prevention. And it was fascinating to me. I remember just asking you, like, “Daniel, why do people do it?” And in that moment, Daniel, when you started to really break it down for me, I remember we actually stopped. Right? We stopped on the path—it was like a sandy path—and you actually started drawing out this diagram on the ground. You said, “There are three factors that have to come together.” And I remember feeling this mix of emotions. A part of me was excited to learn about it, but another part of me was flinching. I almost wanted to run away. I felt lightheaded, overwhelmed. I thought, “Oh my goodness, I can’t believe we’re talking about this. Stop, stop, stop.” But that’s when I realized: this is a vital topic. This is a difficult topic, particularly for anyone with a history of mental ill health or who’s been through difficult things in their life. So I think it’s so vital to talk about it in a way that’s safe—or safe enough, I should say—using the right language, but also empowering. And so, yeah, I want to thank you for doing the work that you do in this space for so many years and supporting people. Thank you for what you’re doing. And, yeah, tell us—what do we need to know before we get into the conversation of understanding suicide and how we can support ourselves and the people around us? Daniel: Yeah. Well, we need to know that suicide is very confronting. It’s a very emotive topic, as you’ve referred to, but we also know it affects pretty much all of us in one way or another. When we had that talk, I remember the walk and the talk that we had—and getting down and drawing the diagram in the gravel, in the sand. One of the things we talked about then was, you know, I said there is research out there that indicates that for every person who dies by suicide, up to 134 people are affected. That’s the ripple effect. At first, I thought, “Well, that’s a really large number—how does that make sense?” But if we think about it, people are connected to communities in general one way or another—whether it’s through school, work, family, social groups, sporting groups—and the impact of suicide goes well beyond those first degrees of contact. And that’s when we’re talking statistics. We start to talk about numbers and percentages and things, but that’s the statistics that are recorded for suicide. That doesn’t capture all of the times that people have attempted suicide or the other people who are having intense emotional crises and might be self-harming or thinking of self-harming. So that’s really, in one sense,

Welcome to The Hour of Healing! This week, we’re tackling one of life’s most challenging weights: judgment. Whether it’s the voices of others or the doubts within ourselves, judgment can feel heavy, discouraging, and even paralyzing. But here’s the truth: you’ve already survived so much, and you have the strength to rise above judgment too. In this episode, we’ll explore how to stop taking things personally, set stronger boundaries, and reconnect with your higher self. Through reflection, visualization, and practical tools, we’ll work together to liberate you from the grip of judgment and move toward a life of greater freedom, belonging, and fulfillment. Let’s chart this course together—your healing journey continues here.

Welcome to The Hour of Healing! This week, we’re diving into the heart of relationships—those connections that can lift us up or leave us feeling stuck. Together, we’ll explore how to navigate challenging dynamics with clarity, compassion, and courage. Through visualization, reflection, and practical tools, we’ll uncover the three essential conversations that can transform your relationships: one with yourself, one with a more understanding version of them, and one where you speak your truth. It’s time to let go of frustration, embrace hope, and chart a course toward deeper connection and healing. Let’s move forward, together.

Welcome to The Hour of Healing! This week, we’re setting sail to tackle one of life’s sneakiest challenges: distraction. Often seen as the enemy, distraction is actually a coping mechanism—a way we navigate life’s storms. But what if we could redirect that energy toward something greater? In this episode, we’ll explore how to break through the invisible barriers distraction creates, reconnect with your truth, and channel your focus into living a more fulfilling, present, and limitless life. Through reflection, journaling, and actionable steps, we’ll work together to turn distraction into a tool for healing and growth. The sun is rising—it’s time to move forward, together.

Welcome aboard The Hour of Healing! This is your safe harbor for navigating life’s storms and setting sail toward a limitless life. Each week, we’ll dive deep into healing, reconnecting with your dreams, and stepping into your higher self. In this episode, we’re tackling triggers—those moments that pull us away from the present. But what if triggers could be tools for growth? Together, we’ll explore how to harness them for deeper healing and greater joy. Grab a pen, reflect, and let’s chart a course toward calm, connection, and courage. The sun is rising—it’s time to move forward, together.  

If I had five minutes with my younger self when my life was falling apart, the first thing I’d say is – you can heal, you will heal, and you can do it your own way!! And one of the things that I wish I’d done then is drama therapy – it’s a fantastic modality to engage your body, and your creative power in the service of healing and moving. Drew Bird is an expert in Drama Therapy. Drew is also the Head of the Creative Arts Therapies Program at the University of Melbourne, with an incredible dedication, passion as well as contribution to the field of drama therapy. I think that you’re going to love this conversation!! Drew is speaking from his own professional opinion on drama therapy. ​Full transcript: Joe Bakhmoutski: All right. This is Joe Bakhmoutski. Welcome to Power to Be Happy Podcast. I’m incredibly excited today because we had an incredible conversation with Drew Bird. Drew is an expert in Drama Therapy, and Drew is also the head of Creative Arts Therapies program at the University of Melbourne. And Drew is just an exemplary human being. Drew, I’m stoked to have you, welcome to the show, Drew. Drew Bird: Thanks, Joe. That’s quite an opening there to live up to. Quite a welcome. But yeah, I’m very grateful to talk about Drama Therapy and its benefits. Joe Bakhmoutski: Yeah. Beautiful Drew, listen, from the moment we first spoke, Drew, I just saw that fire in you when we talk about Drama Therapy and just, you light up and you just, you’re so passionate about it. Drew, can you tell us, like, what is it about Drama Therapy that really makes it different from everything else? Like what is it about Drama Therapy that really makes it unique? Drew Bird: Okay, well, that’s a good place to start. So, well, Drama Therapy is a unique form of psychotherapy. And most traditional forms of psychotherapy use the spoken word. So, you know, a lot of reliance on talking, talking therapies. And now Drama Therapy is like a lot of the creative arts therapies like dance therapy, music therapy, and art therapy. But they don’t rely so heavily on speaking alone. But we look at what we might call nonverbal communication. So, you know, nonverbal could be through movement, it could be through image making. It could be through story making. So in a sense, the emphasis is not solely on talking. It’s about exploring and expressing yourself verbally. So in a sense, being able to move and express oneself, you know, through gestures, it can also be a really helpful way. Not just for someone who might not be, if you like, confident with words, but actually it’s a really good way of being able to access perhaps, experiences that we might have had, like traumatic experiences where we might not even have words for. So, the nonverbal approach in creative arts therapies lends itself to people of all ages, all types. And it’s a very creative way of exploring and expressing oneself, you know, in a very nonconventional way. So, as I said, it could be through image making, it could be through music. Obviously I’m a drama therapist. We might employ all those ideas. We might employ music, we might employ image making. But mostly we’re employing story and we’re using the body to help us express ourselves in ways that maybe words have limited. So in a sense that we might not have much repertoire. After all, 96% of our communication is non-verbal. So finding a way to express ourselves through our body helps us potentially to access a bigger part of ourselves that may not always be available when we use words alone. Joe Bakhmoutski: Yeah. I love that Drew. And I love how, going through expressions through your body, through something that comes up from somewhere deep within us. I feel it’s also something that helps us to, especially when you may have been impacted by trauma. It helps us to find that sense of trust within ourselves. Something that, yeah, right. Like something that you can now go off into the world and be more confident about, you know, sharing just your true thoughts, your true feelings, being more confident in the way that you lived your life, no matter what sort of things have happened to you in the past. And I love that journey. You know, I also remember our first conversation with Drew and I remember holding up this book about Drama Therapy, and I said, how much I love this book. And he said, well, I got a chapter in that. Do you remember Drew? Drew Bird: Yeah, I do. Yeah. Joe Bakhmoutski: Yeah, you can’t make that up. And I just remember, because I remember this chapter. I had a bookmark in it, and I just remember it just stood out for me. Because that work was so personal. And this is one of those things that I love. I guess the whole mental health therapy space, if you will, is like, it’s very personal. It’s very meaningful. And it’s something that, like you want to carry through and you want

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