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  • Decoding Dreams with Dr Leslie Ellis: What They Are Trying To Tell You

    Decoding Dreams with Dr Leslie Ellis: What They Are Trying To Tell You
    Jan 16 2026
    In this enlightening conversation, Dr. Leslie Ellis, a leading expert in dreams and unconscious processes, explores the powerful role dreams play in understanding our emotional landscape. She explains how dreams function as a unique form of consciousness, revealing feelings and experiences we may avoid or suppress in waking life. The discussion dives deep into the nature of nightmares, their connection to trauma, and the often-overlooked therapeutic potential of dream work. Dr. Ellis emphasizes the importance of recognizing personal metaphors in dreams rather than relying on universal symbols, and she outlines practical ways to work with dream imagery for emotional healing. The conversation also covers lucid dreaming, dream incubation, and the science behind dreaming, highlighting how these practices can support creativity, self-awareness, and mental health. The episode concludes with insights on dream journaling, finding a therapist trained in dream work, and why integrating dreams into everyday conversations can foster empathy, healing, and personal growth. What You’ll Learn in This Episode How dreams act as an unfiltered form of consciousness and emotional expression Why nightmares are meaningful signals rather than random or harmful experiences How unresolved trauma often appears in dreams — and how to work with it safely The difference between symbols and metaphors in dream interpretation Why dream metaphors are deeply personal rather than universal Practical methods for working with and even altering recurring nightmares How lucid dreaming can be used as a therapeutic and spiritual practice Why dream journaling is essential for recall, pattern recognition, and insight The health implications of chronic nightmares and poor sleep quality How dreams support emotional processing, healing, and personal growth Why dream work has declined in mainstream therapy — and why that matters How to find a therapist trained in dream-centered approaches Ways sharing dreams can deepen emotional connection and empathy How dream incubation can be used for creativity and problem-solving
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    1 h et 39 min
  • From a Passion For Surfing to a Global Business

    From a Passion For Surfing to a Global Business
    Jan 2 2026
    In this episode of The Happiest CEO Show, we sit down with Nathan Folkes, founder of MojoSurf, one of Australia’s most iconic surf and adventure companies. What started in 1998 as a passionate, roaming surf lifestyle became an international business helping thousands of people catch their first wave across Australia, Bali/Indonesia, Portugal and beyond. Nathan shares the real story behind building MojoSurf — from leaving school at 14, carpentry trade life, and launching a “totally rogue” pop-up surf trip from Sydney to Byron, to scaling a complex multi-location operation built on fun, freedom, and community. We also dive into the less glamorous realities of growth: cashflow pressure, hiring the right people, and learning to outsource your weaknesses before they swallow your passion. Then comes the wild pivot: when COVID hit and tourism stopped overnight, Nathan and the team had to adapt or disappear — transforming their resources (beds, buses, and a whole lot of grit) into a large-scale accommodation and transport solution supporting Pacific Island workers in Australia’s farms. That unexpected chapter sparked something bigger: a long-term commitment to Pacific communities, sustainability, and responsible tourism — including projects in Indonesia and exploratory work in places like the Solomon Islands. This is a conversation about adaptation, resilience, purpose-led growth, and what it really takes to build a business that still feels like you. What You’ll Hear In This Episode Surfing as a metaphor for business: timing, persistence, and “paddling out the back” How MojoSurf began: a phone, a cartoon brochure, and a bus headed north The truth about scaling: staff culture, systems, and outsourcing your weak spots Sustainability + responsibility: “people, planet, purpose, profit” The COVID pivot: from surf camps to supporting farm workforces and Pacific communities Lessons from “failing forward” — and why showing up matters more than perfection Nathan’s best advice: “Keep breathing. Find a way.” Nathan Folkes — Founder, MojoSurf Learn more: www.mojosurf.com
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    1 h et 18 min
  • From Burnout to Blue Brint: How To Design an Exceptional Life

    From Burnout to Blue Brint: How To Design an Exceptional Life
    Dec 16 2025
    What does it really mean to live — and lead — an exceptional life? In this episode of The Happiest CEO Podcast, Sebastian chats with Marcus Pearce — speaker, author, podcaster, and co-host of the globally acclaimed 100 Not Out: Mastering the Art of Ageing Well — for a powerful conversation about purpose, performance, and redefining success. Marcus’s journey is anything but ordinary. From a high-pressure career in elite sports media (Channel Nine, AFL Footy Show, Olympic Games, World Cups) to becoming one of Australia’s most trusted voices in health, wellbeing, and personal growth, Marcus shares the wake-up calls that reshaped his life — and how leaders can avoid burning out while building something meaningful. We explore: Why exceptional standards matter more than chasing balance How CEOs can design a life that supports long-term energy, health, and happiness Lessons from 400+ conversations with the world’s greatest “graceful agers” What business leaders can learn from longevity cultures like Ikaria How to make the rest of your life the best of your life — without sacrificing ambition This episode is a must-listen for founders, CEOs, and high performers who want success that actually feels good — now and in the decades to come. 🎧 Listen in and discover how to build a business, a body, and a life that truly lasts.
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    1 h et 21 min
  • Exploring Hypnosis & Higher Mind States with Boris Walter

    Exploring Hypnosis & Higher Mind States with Boris Walter
    Dec 1 2025
    In this expansive and soul-stirring episode of *The Happiest CEO*, host Sebastian invites Boris Walter: a psychotherapist, hypnotherapist, and spiritual mind guide—to share his transformational journey from life as a boilermaker to becoming a deeply attuned practitioner of healing and consciousness work.
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    2 h et 34 min
  • Fix Your Gut, Fix Your Life with Charley O'Halloran

    Fix Your Gut, Fix Your Life with Charley O'Halloran
    Nov 17 2025
    In this illuminating episode of The Happiest CEO Podcast, Sebastian sits down with gut health educator and functional practitioner Charley O’Halloran, founder of Holistic Gut Health. Known for his popular educational content on Instagram and TikTok, Charley shares how his own battles with chronic fatigue, anxiety, and poor digestion led him to discover the power of functional medicine and holistic gut repair.
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    1 h et 50 min
  • The Life-Changing Power of Breath with John Stamoulos

    The Life-Changing Power of Breath with John Stamoulos
    Nov 7 2025
    In this transformative episode of the Happiest CEO, Sebastian speaks with internationally renowned breathwork trainer John Stamoulos, a pioneer in conscious connected breathing. With over 30 years of experience, John has worked across the globe guiding individuals through profound emotional healing, trauma release, and personal breakthroughs using nothing but the breath.
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    58 min
  • From Burnt-Out Pro Soccer Player to Peak Energy with Theo Bergmann

    From Burnt-Out Pro Soccer Player to Peak Energy with Theo Bergmann
    Oct 13 2025
    In this deeply honest conversation, Sebastian welcomes Theo Bergmann, former professional footballer turned health coach, to the Happiest CEO podcast. Theo walks us through his journey from the elite world of German soccer into a courageous inner quest to reclaim his health.
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    1 h et 32 min
  • Healing Beyond the Plate with Pete Evans

    Healing Beyond the Plate with Pete Evans
    Sep 30 2025
    In this powerful conversation, Sebastian Mierau reconnects with Pete Evans, chef-turned-wellness advocate, to trace his winding path from the kitchen to deeper explorations of health, identity, and purpose. Over the years, Pete has shifted from extreme dietary ideologies to a more fluid, embodied approach. What emerges is not a rigid system, but an invitation: to live more attentively, courageously, and in alignment with one’s deeper nature.
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    1 h et 22 min