Ironing Out The Wrinkles with Ros McMaster

About Ironing Out The Wrinkles with Ros McMaster

In Season 1, Ros and co-host Cate, are revolutionising the way we look at getting older! Despite living longer, healthier lives, the thought of aging can still be daunting. But whether you're looking to reinvent yourself or simply seeking support and guidance to navigate retirement, we help you embrace the beauty and wisdom that comes with getting older. Our expert guests provide insightful advice, showing you it's never too late to live your best life.

Publisher

Ros McMaster

Category

education

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

12 Feb 2023

Latest episode

13 Nov 2023

Latest episodes

42 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   13 Nov 2023

   S1. Ep38. Embracing Impermanence: A Buddhist Journey through Death and Dying" with Ven. Lozang Tsultrim (Australian Buddhist Nun), from Karuna Hospice Service

   S1 Ep38. Embracing Impermanence: A Buddhist Journey through Death and Dying" with Ven. Lozang Tsultrim (Australian Buddhist Nun), from Karuna Hospice Service In this season finale episode of "Ironing out the Wrinkles", Ros McMaster and Cate Shaw speak with Tsultrim, an Australian Buddhist nun and counselor at Karuna Hospice Service in Brisbane, about the Buddhist philosophy of accepting impermanence and letting go of attachment. They delve into practical skills in compassionate care and support for the dying and their families, and the importance of preparing emotionally and spiritually for death. Tsultrim shares her extensive experience, knowledge, understanding, and insights into the important field of palliative care, providing a Buddhist perspective and how her faith guides her work. They discuss topics such as why people are afraid to talk about death, what the dying are most afraid of, and how to help patients who are struggling with fear and anxiety about death. They also explore the importance of emotional well-being at the time of passing and how to prepare for it, regardless of one's spiritual beliefs. Tsultrim explains the significance of contemplative practices, such as meditation and mindfulness, in preparing for death. Additionally, they discuss how Tsultrim works with patients from different religious backgrounds or those who may not be religious at all. This episode offers valuable insights and guidance for anyone seeking to deepen their understanding of dying well and provides a Buddhist perspective on embracing impermanence. Karuna Hospice Service: https://karuna.org.au/ (https://karuna.org.au/) Ironing Out the Wrinkles WEBSITE Guest Line-up https://www.rosmcmaster.com/guestlineup (https://www.rosmcmaster.com/ironingoutthewrinkles/) Ros's self-help memoir: From Shadows to Light   https://www.rosmcmaster.com/fromshadowstolight  (https://www.rosmcmaster.com/fromshadowstolight) Email Ros McMaster roslynmcmaster@icloud.com (roslynmcmaster@icloud.com) #BuddhistApproachtoDying #KarunaHospiceService #karuna #deathanddying #

2. 

   6 Nov 2023

   S1. Ep37 Stacey McCray - Starting Over at 50: Embracing Change, Finding Joy, and Building a New Life (mental health and self-care, community building, dating, and embracing aging).

   S1. Ep37 Stacey McCray - Starting Over at 50: Embracing Change, Finding Joy, and Building a New Life (mental health and self-care, community building, dating, and embracing aging). In this podcast episode, Ros and Cate talk with Stacey McCray, who shares her personal story of starting over in her early 50s. After leaving her successful career, her long-term marriage ended unexpectedly, and she vacated the home she lived in for 22 years, which took a toll on her mental health. Stacey's journey relates to the transitional turning points that occur in life and reminds us that how we respond to them can impact our well-being. Today, Stacey is passionate about using her newly acquired skills to help others through trauma, mental health issues, and loneliness. Stacey discusses her process of choosing joy and stepping into becoming a more authentic version of herself. She talks about how she coped with post-divorce stress, including fear of moving into change specifically because she was an older woman. She also discusses how these changes impacted her sense of identity and how she balanced building a business and dealing with the stress of a protracted divorce. Stacey's journey is characterized by self-care, including meditation, holistic health and nutrition courses, energetic healing, and aromatherapy. She discusses healthy habits she incorporated into her daily routine and how they impact her energy, decision-making, and motivation. She also talks about decluttering and creating new spaces as a form of self-care, and how she furnished her apartment to reflect her new chapter in life. Stacey became a soul coach, a concept she first came across when she began to take care of her soul and identify areas for growth. She is now passionate about building community, finding purpose, and combating loneliness, which she does by getting involved in community projects and initiating groups that bring people together. Stacey also talks about dating, body image, and aging, and provides advice to those struggling with these issues. Stacey's Meetups: ⁠ (https://www.meetup.com/noosa-social-connections/)https://www.meetup.com/noosa-social-connections/⁠ (https://www.meetup.com/noosa-social-connections/%E2%81%A0) Stacey LinkedIn: ⁠ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/staceymccraycoach/)https://www.linkedin.com/in/staceymccraycoach/⁠ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/staceymccraycoach/%E2%81%A0) WEBSITE Ironing Out the Wrinkles Full Guest Line-up ⁠https://www.rosmcmaster.com/guestlineup⁠ (https://www.rosmcmaster.com/ironingoutthewrinkles/) Meet Ros & Cate ⁠ (https://www.rosmcmaster.com/meetrosandcate)https://www.rosmcmaster.com/meetrosandcate⁠ (https://www.rosmcmaster.com/meetrosandcate%E2%81%A0) To read Ros's full bio or purchase her self-help memoir: From Shadows to Light  ⁠https://www.rosmcmaster.com/fromshadowstolight⁠ (https://www.rosmcmaster.com/fromshadowstolight) Email Ros McMaster ⁠ (mailto:roslynmcmaster@icloud.com)roslynmcmaster@icloud.com (roslynmcmaster@icloud.com)⁠

3. 

   30 Oct 2023

   S1. Ep36 Men's Emotional Health After Retirement: Exploring the Benefits of The Men's Shed Organization with Stephen Look"

   S1. Ep36 Men's Emotional Health After Retirement: Exploring the Benefits of The Men's Shed Organization with Stephen Look" Relationship breakdown, retrenchment or early retirement from a job, loss of children following divorce, physical or mental illness…. These are just some of the problems that men may find difficult to deal with on their own.  Most older men in particular have grown up in a culture where they don’t talk about feelings and emotions, don’t generally ask for help, and seldom take a vested interest in their own health and well-being. And it’s probably because of this, that many older men are less healthy than women, drink more, take more risks, and suffer more from isolation, loneliness, and depression. And that is why, we’re excited to have Stephen Look joining us today to talk about a wonderful worldwide organization called The Mens Shed. For those unfamiliar with Men’s Sheds, they promote healthy aging by providing an avenue for men to be productive, contribute to the community, connect with friends, and maintain an active body and mind, all in an atmosphere of old-fashioned mate-ship. ……. Stephen, a quirky ex-air traffic controller who doesn't like flying, is a secretary at Carina Men's Shed.  He says that other than his wife Leanne, he doesn’t have any passions, believing they can blinker you to possibilities. Besides the men’s shed, he’s involved with the Australian electoral commission, is a casual proctor at a Uni, enjoys lawn bowls and travel, and..… helps a local theatre group with props and scenery. Who said retirement was boring? DISCUSSION QUESTIONS Where did this attitude about passions come from? What led you to the Mens Shed and your role as secretary of a branch How has Mens Shed grown since it first started in Goolwa South Australia in 1993.. specifically what new initiatives have been introduced (for instance, guest speakers, outings, etc) With it now being worldwide, are there ever overseas trips to meet up with other groups What ‘need' is the Mens Shed fulfilling for its members (emotionally, mentally, physically) What happens at individual Men's Sheds - are they all doing the same activities - or why are they different Are younger men also members - is there a purpose behind cross-generational connections at the sheds (is it encouraged) Any other information that you think will be relevant in supporting older men generally A final word of advice to any man out there who has retired and is feeling lost LINKS Australian Mens Shed Association https://mensshed.org/ (https://mensshed.org/) World Wide Sheds https://mensshed.org/about-mens-sheds/mens-sheds-around-the-world/ (https://mensshed.org/about-mens-sheds/mens-sheds-around-the-world/) Ironing Out the Wrinkles WEBSITE Guest Line-up https://www.rosmcmaster.com/guestlineup (https://www.rosmcmaster.com/ironingoutthewrinkles/) Meet Ros & Cate https://www.rosmcmaster.com/meetrosandcate (https://www.rosmcmaster.com/meetrosandcate) Ros's self-help memoir: From Shadows to Light  https://www.rosmcmaster.com/fromshadowstolight  (https://www.rosmcmaster.com/fromshadowstolight) Email Ros McMaster roslynmcmaster@icloud.com (mailto:roslynmcmaster@icloud.com)