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It's a check-up for everything happening between the ears and through the body, flagging the warning signs when things get wobbly and offering a pathway to a more fulfilling life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe mind is a marvel. It's at the centre of our most rewarding experiences. It lets in awe and laughter, love and wisdom, and helps us overcome life's great trials. It's our greatest asset, but it can also be our greatest adversary, allowing in self-doubt, anxious thoughts and depression. It can magnify our fears and undermine our best intentions, and lead us into life's darkest corners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBased on James O'Loghlin and Professor Ian Hickie's popular podcast, \u003cem\u003eMinding Your Mind\u003c\/em\u003e is an exploration into everything you've ever wanted to know about how the mind works, and the thoughts and emotions that steer our lives. 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