The Betterment Project

#51 - The Breath Blueprint: Campbell Will

This episode was one of our favourites. We received a masterclass on breathwork by physiotherapist breathwork practitioner (and all-round kind soul), Campbell Will. Now based in Hawaii, Campbell focuses on optimal movement and respiration, emphasizing the importance of breath control in daily life. 
Through Breath Body Therapy, he teaches health practitioners and individuals how to harness the innate abilities of the body and shift energy from problems to solutions. 
On today’s episode, we hear about:
Climbing the mountain with legendary breathwork practitioner, Wim Hof
The symptoms of dysfunctional breathing
Becoming aware of how your breathing responds to differing emotional states
Is breathwork “woo-woo”?
Using breathwork to shift away from symptom management to health creation
How to build a daily practice though “Read a page, write a page”
Nasal breathing vs. Mouth Breathing
So so good!
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#50 - We Made It

Our landmark goal was to make it to 20 episodes, but we made it to episode 50 and to celebrate, we donned our favourite suits (only suits) and sat down to reminisce over the last 12 months of our podcasting lives. 
Hear about:
The inception of the pod
Our biggest takeaways and learnings
The incredible guests that graciously gave us their time
This has been one of the most (if not the most) rewarding projects we’ve ever undertaken and can’t thank you enough for tuning in and indulging our ramblings, we love you all. 
Ben, Cam, Brody and Cam xoxo
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#49 - Legal Luminary: The James Harding Story

James was looking at a secure, stable path up the corporate hierarchy in one of Australia’s largest property law firms…when he decided to throw in the towel and become his own boss and Harding Property Law was born.
In this episode, we get to hear about: 
The mindset to make the leap from employee to employer
James’ unique vision for property law
How did James pursue his passion? What was the tipping point?
How does James avoid burnout and craft a work/life balance
Just taking it one day at a time as a new business owner
James’ leadership journey - empowering staff 
His passion for giving back to the local law community
We are so inspired by James and have been fortunate to watch his evolution from employee to an employer over the years and wish him, his wife Morgan and all the Harding Property Law team the best of luck. Get in touch with James:
Website: Harding Property Law
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#48 - From Pixels To Passion: Toby Stanley's Photographic Journey

In this episode of The Betterment Project podcast, we dive deeper into the life and lens of Cairns Photographer, Toby Stanley. His journey unfolds like a well-composed photograph, capturing moments of growth, inspiration, and resilience.
In this episode, we get to hear about:
 
From Gilligans to Golden Frames: Toby reminisces about his early days, cutting his teeth as a photographer at Gilligans nightclub. 
Nature’s Embrace: Beyond the neon lights, Toby found solace in nature. His love for the outdoors became an integral part of his work/life balance.
Breaking the Routine: Toby’s secret to longevity? Variety. He avoids falling into a photography grind by embracing different themes each week. 
Harmonizing Music and Photography: Music pulses through Toby’s veins. Gilligans not only supported his nightclub photography but also allowed him to shoot live music—a parallel passion. 
Freelancer’s Struggles: Toby opens up about the stress of freelancing—the uncertainty, the hustle, and the delicate balance between art and commerce. 
Editing with Feeling: Toby’s editing process is an art form. He listens to music—sometimes melancholic, other times upbeat—as he weaves stories through his edits. 
 
Join us as we explore the heart behind the lens.
Website: tobystanley
Instagram: @tobystanleyphotography
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#47 - Kyndness of The Heart: Claudia Richardson

We are blessed to be joined by the owner and founder of Kynd Studio, Claudia Richardson on today's episode.
Claudia lives and breathes the timeless teachings of Yoga, Pilates and Breathwork, all in the pursuit of helping you to feel free in your body, mind, energy and life. 
In this episode, we get to hear about: 
The moment Claudia went all in - turning her passion into one of Cairns’ most successful studios
“You’re on the journey, it’s not the destination”
How motherhood will lead to an evolution in the business
The energy it takes to constantly portray the best version of yourself 
How to create your ideal community
“Being kind (Kynd) is a manual for life and business”
How to cultivate mindfulness and find what gets you into your flowstate
Being an empathetic listener - knowing the right time to be fully present
Today’s episode really opened our eyes to the healing power and strength found from looking inwards and Claudia was the perfect guide. We know you’ll love this ep so get in touch with Claudia and show her some love:
Website: KyndStudio
Instagram: @kynd.studio
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#46 - Self-Doubt to Self-Made: The Brody Oxenham Story.

Cam and I were lucky enough to sit down and get a chance to adore our dear friend and host of the show, Brody. In this episode, we got to hear about:
the origins of his entrepreneurial spirit, 
Getting a head nod from legendary entrepreneur, Gary Vee
How he pushed through the self-doubt to ultimately back himself
How to turn your hobby into a side-hustle
How he developed the mindset of an entrepreneur
We are forever inspired by our dear friend and we know you will too. 
Get in touch with Brody: Manexo Media
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#45 - A Wholesum Journey with Sumbul Ari (Part 2)

We are blessed to share with you Part 2 of our chats with the incredible, Sumbul Ari, a fitness influencer and content creator, inspiring others to find joy in movement, nourishment and balance.
Expect to hear:
- What is UGC (User Generated Content) and how do you make money from posting videos? 
- Why do we want to make our parents proud?
- How to be authentic when building an online presence
- “Talk to the camera like it’s your best friend” - insider tips and tricks
- Finding your passion and tips on how to build the community around you
She is awesum, she is wholesum, she is, Sum Ari
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Get in touch with Sum!
Instagram: @wholesumjourney  @ugcwithsum   @theremembrancerstudio
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#44 - A Wholesum Journey with Sumbul Ari (Part 1)

What a stacked episode of personal transformation, so much so we had to split it over 2 episodes!
We are joined by the truly inspiring, Sumbul (Sum) Ari, a fitness influencer and content creator, inspiring others to find joy in movement, nourishment and balance.
Expect to hear:
- How Sum turned her life around against all odds; and how you can too
- Learning to train with good intentions
- Obtaining a mindset to achieve anything
- How exercising in a group can help you find your tribe
- Secrets to building consistency and discipline
 
This is only part 1 of our epic chat, but we guarantee you'll come away inspired to achieve anything you want in life. 
 
She is awesum, she is wholesum, she is, Sum Ari
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#43 - Off The Clock: The Right To Disconnect

In this thought-provoking episode, we delve into the intricacies of Australia’s groundbreaking “Right to Disconnect” law. As the digital age continues to blur the lines between work and personal life, this legislation aims to restore balance by granting employees the right to unplug after hours. But what does it mean for:
professionals in the white-collar world 
The power dynamics at play and the importance of setting boundaries
Not all emails are created equal and the importance of urgency
A boost for employee wellbeing?
Will it transform work culture, or will loopholes emerge. We are joined by our resident HR expert Cam, as he steps out from behind the camera and in front of it in this latest episode of The Betterment Project podcast.
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#42 - The Push-Up Challenge

The Push-Up Challenge is a free mental health and fitness event focused on pushing for better mental health for all Australians.
Participants complete 3,249 push-ups over 24 days (5-28 June), representing the 3,249 lives lost to suicide in Australia in 2022.
The Betterment Boys have signed up and are keen to raise some funds for a much needed cause and blow out their shoulders in the process. 
Show some love and Donate pleaseeeeeee. x
Ben, Brody, Cam and Cam
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