The Rural Psychologist
In this podcast, long-time rural-based psychologist, Chantal Corish discovers what rural Aussies have that makes us happier than the rest, and how we manage to keep our spirits up when the chips are down.
Living and working in rural, regional and remote Australia can have all sorts of impacts on people's mental health and well-being, but lots of us have developed great ways to manage our mental health even when things get really tough.
Listen here to The Rural Psychologist podcast as Chantal chats with every day rural Aussies and mental health professionals to discover the best tools and techniques for living a productive and satisfying life; and as she draws on nearly two decades of psychology experience to offer advice for good mental health and well-being for those living and working in 'the bush'.
www.theruralpsychologist.com.au
Instagram handle @theruralpsychologist
Disclaimer
The information provided on this podcast is for general informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis or treatment.
ALWAYS consider seeking the advice of your physician, therapist or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or mental health concern.
The host and guests featured on this podcast are not all licensed medical professionals and the content they share is based on their personal experience, research and opinions. Their insights and suggestions are not meant to replace individual professional advice that you yourself should seek. We encourage you to consult with a qualified professional before any significant changes to your lifestyle or wellbeing practices.
The Rural Psychologist
What is it like to do a PhD while living in rural Australia? Still learning, Still growing: Why it’s possible, AND worth challenging yourself in midlife
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What possesses someone with a full life — a thriving psychology practice, three teenage daughters, and a farm far from any university — to take on a PhD at 48? In this episode, I share an honest, grounded account of what it’s really like to undertake a doctorate while living remotely, juggling family and work, and learning to persist without daily academic contact. Guided by the Japanese idea of wabi-sabi — moving forward without waiting for perfection — this conversation demystifies the PhD experience, explores the emotional and cognitive stretch involved, and reflects on why choosing the hard, meaningful path can reshape confidence, identity, and purpose. If you’ve ever wondered whether it’s “too late,” “too much,” or simply too hard — this one’s for you.
(Thank you to the Cotton Research Development Corporation (CRDC) and CQUniversity for making a PhD possible).
@further_a_field for more information on my life and work in organisational psychology.