Mindset Lounge with Morgan

Mindset Lounge with Morgan

By Morgan Eldrett

Your space for self improvement and success.
Join pro bodybuilder and business owner Morgan as she dives into the mindset shifts, habits and strategies that create success.
Whether you’re an athlete striving for the next level or someone looking to break through mental barriers, this podcast is here to help you take action, build confidence, and elevate your life.
Expect solo deep dives, real talk on overcoming challenges, and guest insights from those who’ve mastered the art of resilience. Growth starts here.
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Stuck In A Life That Isn't The Dream? Watch This | Sam & James Board

Mindset Lounge with MorganSep 14, 2026
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Stuck In A Life That Isn't The Dream? Watch This | Sam & James Board

Stuck In A Life That Isn't The Dream? Watch This | Sam & James Board

They walked away from six years of engineering degrees, turned down an $80k job and everyone around them thought they were crazy.

In this episode I sit down with Sam & James Board (the Board Twins) to unpack how two "C-grade students" from a small UK town went from making $1,000 a month between them to building a multi-million dollar online coaching business and the mindset shifts that actually made it happen. We get into why they chose learning over earning, how confidence is built (hint: it's not affirmations in the mirror), and the obsessive "growth season" nobody warns you about but almost everyone successful goes through.

This one is packed for anyone who feels stuck in a job that isn't the dream, scared to bet on themselves, or waiting until they "feel ready" to start.

If you've ever known you're meant for more but fear keeps talking you out of the leap, this episode is for you!


In this episode we cover:

- Why "learning over earning" is the mindset that changes everything

- How to build real confidence through competence

- Why making decisions faster (even the wrong ones) is the #1 skill for success

- The obsessive growth season and why it's necessary

- How your environment quietly raises the ceiling on what you believe is possible

- Staying calm when it all goes wrong


You can also find the written breakdown and notes for this episode on Substack!

📖 Subscribe to my substack (it's free): https://open.substack.com/pub/morganeldrett

Connect with me 💌

👩🏼‍💻 Enquiries: morgan.eld.rett@gmail.com

📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mindsetloungepodcast/

📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/morganeldrett/

📲 Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@morgan.eldrett?_r=1&_t=ZS-94yTIxHuFrE

🖥️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@morganeldrett


TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 – Intro

01:00 – Six years of engineering degrees… then walking away

04:30 – Turning down the safe job with zero clients (and mum in tears)

09:00 – "Learning over earning": the mindset that kept them going

13:00 – The days that feel pointless are the ones building everything

17:00 – Where confidence really comes from (it's not affirmations)

22:00 – Coaching for $40/month on purpose — killing imposter syndrome

28:00 – Why decision-making is the most important skill in life

34:00 – Burning through all their cash… and laughing through it

41:00 – The obsessive growth season and what it costs you

48:00 – Protecting your relationships while you're "all in"

55:00 – What success actually looks like now + Coach Vault

Sep 14, 202601:01:07
How to get your spark back ⭐ 5 shifts to feel alive again this spring

How to get your spark back ⭐ 5 shifts to feel alive again this spring

You don't need a whole life overhaul to feel like yourself again — you need to stop doing what you think you should be doing.It's the second day of spring, and after what felt like a two-year winter, my spark is finally back. In this solo episode I'm walking you through the five things that actually did it for me — not optimisation protocols or a perfect morning routine, but real shifts that brought my energy, passion and joy back to life. This is about getting your spark back in September, feeling alive again, and giving yourself permission to want a different kind of life.If you've been feeling flat, stuck, or like you're just going through the motions, this episode is for you!In this episode we cover:- Why returning to your childhood obsessions is the fastest way to feel alive again- How "the shoulds" quietly drain your spark — and how to let them go- Creating more than you consume (and why it's not just about social media)- Spring cleaning your routine without overwhelming yourself- Why a late night with friends can beat a perfect night's sleepYou can also find the written breakdown and notes for this episode on Substack! 📖 Subscribe to my substack (it's free): https://open.substack.com/pub/morganeldrettConnect with me 💌👩🏼‍💻 Enquiries: morgan.eld.rett@gmail.com📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mindsetloungepodcast/📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/morganeldrett/📲 Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@morgan.eldrett?_r=1&_t=ZS-94yTIxHuFrE🖥️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@morganeldrett🥦 1:1 Health & Fitness Coaching Apply here: https://form.jotform.com/250682685688071🔗 Velocity Activewear code MORGAN https://velocityactivewear.com.au/?ref=MORGANELDRETTTIMESTAMPS:00:00 – Intro: getting your spark back02:46 – The two-year winter03:43 – The 5 things (overview)03:52 – #1 Return to your childhood roots06:41 – #2 F*** the shoulds08:38 – #3 Create more than you consume10:27 – #4 Spring clean your routine12:05 – #5 Make time for friends14:25 – How to merge them together17:49 – The one that matters most

Sep 07, 202619:03
The Top 1% Women Do This | Bec Stewart

The Top 1% Women Do This | Bec Stewart

You can't just wish your way to your dream life - you have to become the person who already lives it.

In this episode I sit down with Bec Stewart, founder of the habit-tracking brand The Habit Tracker, to unpack the "Future You" concept that quite literally changed both our lives. We get into identity shifts, aligned action, and why manifestation only works when you pair it with the discipline to show up as your future self before you become her. Bec built her business and manufactured her own "luck" over a decade — no overnight success, no shortcuts — and she breaks down the exact mindset that makes the top 1% of women unfuckable-with. This is the manifestation-meets-strategy conversation I wish I'd had years ago.

If you've ever felt stuck, like you're chasing goal after goal without ever feeling like you've arrived, this episode is for you!

In this episode we cover:

  • The "Future You" filter — how to make every decision as the person you're becoming
  • Why luck is manufactured, not given (and how to make yourself "luckier")
  • The habit-tracking hack that rewires consistency through small dopamine wins
  • How to reverse-engineer the identity of the top 1% woman
  • Choosing the better thought — the two-arrows approach to bad days
  • Working in seasons instead of trying to do it all at once
  • The 10-year truth behind every "overnight success"

You can also find the written breakdown and notes for this episode on Substack! 📖 Subscribe to my substack (it's free): https://open.substack.com/pub/morganeldrett


Connect with me 💌👩🏼‍💻 Enquiries: morgan.eld.rett@gmail.com📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mindsetloungepodcast/📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/morganeldrett/📲 Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@morgan.eldrett?_r=1&_t=ZS-94yTIxHuFrE🖥️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@morganeldrett🥦 1:1 Health & Fitness Coaching Apply here: https://form.jotform.com/250682685688071
🔗 Velocity Activewear code MORGAN https://velocityactivewear.com.au/?ref=MORGANELDRETT


TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 – Intro01:12 – Rapid fire: best and worst habits right now02:47 – Why habit tracking completely changed Bec's life04:43 – The first habit she ever tracked (peak F45 era)06:35 – Who is "Future You" and why she's your North Star08:49 – Is Future You just manifestation? Aligned action vs wishful thinking11:37 – How to actually celebrate your wins (the CEO day audit)14:28 – The first step if you don't know your Future You yet18:00 – The traits of the top 1% woman19:52 – Reverse-engineering the identity you want23:39 – Blowing up her life: quitting the 9–5 to go all in27:15 – Manufacturing your own luck ("I'm not lucky, I outworked you")36:00 – Choosing the better thought: the two-arrows game45:00 – Working in seasons + surrendering when life forces a pause54:00 – The 10-year truth behind every overnight success62:00 – The Fire Horse year, four months left, and closing the loop

Aug 31, 202601:07:26
Self-Made Millionaire: How to Stop Comparing Yourself & Build Real Confidence

Self-Made Millionaire: How to Stop Comparing Yourself & Build Real Confidence

She made her first million at 19, has done 12 bodybuilding shows this year and she doesn't have a single social media account.This week's guest is one of my closest friends and one of the most quietly impressive people I know: a self-made multimillionaire who deleted every socials app almost a decade ago and never looked back. We talk about what actually builds wealth (not just money), why she thinks social media is stealing your time and your confidence, and how a kid born in a caravan park went on to build a life most people only scroll past. This one is a masterclass in mindset, discipline, taking the risk, and doing it all for YOU - not for anyone watching.If you've ever caught yourself saying "I don't have time" while your screen time says otherwise, this episode is for you!In this episode we cover:

  • Why she deleted social media 8 years ago and what it did for her focus, wealth and confidence
  • The difference between making money and actually building wealth (most people never learn this)
  • How to take the risk when fear and "what will people think" are holding you back
  • Why the back end matters more than the front end — in business, bodybuilding and life
  • The heart scare at 29 that made her choose freedom over money
  • Born in a caravan park to 25 cars: the mindset shift that changed everything

You can also find the written breakdown and notes for this episode on Substack!📖 Subscribe to my substack (it's free): https://open.substack.com/pub/morgane...Connect with me 💌👩🏼‍💻 Enquiries: morgan.eld.rett@gmail.com📸 Instagram:   / mindsetloungepodcast  📸 Instagram:   / morganeldrett  📲 Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@morgan.eldret...🖥️ YouTube:    / @morganeldrett  🥦 1:1 Health & Fitness Coaching Apply here: https://form.jotform.com/250682685688071

Aug 24, 202601:08:41
How Bree Masters Built a Champion Mindset

How Bree Masters Built a Champion Mindset

What if caring less is exactly what made her one of the fastest women in the country?

Bree Masters is an Olympic 100m sprinter and the first Aussie in over two decades to make an Olympic sprint semi-final. She got there by refusing to take it all too seriously.

In this episode we dig into the Olympic mindset most athletes get wrong: how she handles nerves and pressure by leaning into them, why she never had a post Olympic comedown, and how she started track at 23 when everyone assumes it's "too late."

Bree's whole approach is a masterclass in staying carefree, enjoying the process, and building an identity beyond sport so one bad race never breaks you.

If you've ever put so much pressure on yourself that it stole the joy out of the thing you love, this episode is for you!

In this episode we cover:

  • Why starting a new sport at 23 was her biggest advantage, not a setback
  • How to use nerves as fuel instead of letting them wreck your performance
  • The truth about the "Olympic comedown" and why she skipped it entirely
  • Handling online hate and keyboard warriors after a very public mistake
  • Why consistency — not talent — is the thing that actually compounds
  • Building an identity beyond your sport so you never lose yourself


You can also find the written breakdown and notes for this episode on Substack! 📖 Subscribe to my substack (it's free): https://open.substack.com/pub/morganeldrett


Connect with me 💌👩🏼‍💻 Enquiries: morgan.eld.rett@gmail.com
📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mindsetloungepodcast/
📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/morganeldrett/
📲 Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@morgan.eldrett?_r=1&_t=ZS-94yTIxHuFrE
🖥️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@morganeldrett
🔗 Velocity Activewear code MORGAN https://velocityactivewear.com.au/?ref=MORGANELDRETT


TIMESTAMPS:00:00 – Intro01:00 – Bree's "three lives": dance, beach sprinting, track06:30 – Why she started track at 23 (and why it's never too late)13:00 – Racing the best in the world & the candle analogy18:00 – How to handle nerves: why being nervous means you care26:00 – Dealing with pressure, expectation & online hate34:00 – The dropped baton, keyboard warriors & "be a goldfish"44:00 – The lonely reality of chasing the Olympics overseas52:00 – Qualifying by one spot: the most stressful months of her life60:00 – The post-Olympic comedown she never had68:00 – Identity beyond sport & life after retirement75:00 – Her one takeaway: consistency beats everything

Aug 17, 202601:13:10
The Gut Health Coach On Why Balance Beats Discipline | Jessie Biagioni

The Gut Health Coach On Why Balance Beats Discipline | Jessie Biagioni

Jessie Biagioni built an entire world around gut health, whole foods and wellness but it started from a lonely, stuck place where she was following every PDF, every TikTok, every "high protein" hack and still ending up more puffy, more anxious and more confused than ever.

In this episode we get into why doing more is so often the wrong move, how gut health and mental health are wired together, and why real change is never one big moment - it's a thousand tiny paper cuts of progress. This is a masterclass in consistency, self awareness and building healthy habits that actually fit your life.

If you've ever done all the "right" things and wondered why nothing's working, this episode is for you!

In this episode we cover:

  • Why trying harder makes you look and feel worse — and what to do instead
  • The gut health and mental health connection nobody talks about enough
  • How to escape all-or-nothing thinking around food (and where it comes from)
  • "Radical responsibility" — the mindset shift that changes everything
  • Why your obsession isn't the problem — you just need to choose it wisely
  • The real reason people stay stuck: overwhelm, not lack of discipline


You can also find the written breakdown and notes for this episode on Substack! 📖 Subscribe to my substack (it's free): https://open.substack.com/pub/morganeldrett


Connect with me 💌👩🏼‍💻 Enquiries: morgan.eld.rett@gmail.com
📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mindsetloungepodcast/
📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/morganeldrett/
📲 Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@morgan.eldrett?_r=1&_t=ZS-94yTIxHuFrE
🖥️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@morganeldrett
🔗 Velocity Activewear code MORGAN https://velocityactivewear.com.au/?ref=MORGANELDRETT

Aug 10, 202657:03
Two Ex-Bodybuilders On Stepping Away, Evolving & Having No Regrets

Two Ex-Bodybuilders On Stepping Away, Evolving & Having No Regrets

Cade Robertson and I were two athletes who tied our entire identity to being the most disciplined person in the room. This is the honest conversation about what happens when you step away from that: the loss of identity, the disordered eating no one talks about, the shame of tying your self worth to a title, and the slow work of separating who you are from what you achieve. It's about discipline vs obsession, learning to let go, and realising that evolving isn't the same as giving up.


If you've ever felt boxed into one version of yourself - the disciplined one, the achiever, this episode is for you!


In this episode we cover:

  • Why the best and worst memories of competing are the exact same moment
  • How healthy discipline quietly tips into obsession and disordered eating
  • The identity shift after stepping away and why "who am I now?" hits so hard
  • Why no one actually cares as much as you think (and you don't owe anyone an explanation)
  • How to channel discipline into something you love instead of something that drains you
  • Values over titles: building a life you actually want, with zero regrets


Connect with me 💌
👩🏼‍💻 Enquiries:
morgan.eld.rett@gmail.com
📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mindsetloungepodcast/
📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/morganeldrett/
📲 Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@morgan.eldrett?_r=1&_t=ZS-94yTIxHuFrE
🖥️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@morganeldrett
🥦 1:1 Health & Fitness Coaching Apply here: https://form.jotform.com/250682685688071
🔗 Velocity Activewear code MORGAN https://velocityactivewear.com.au/?ref=MORGANELDRETT

💛 This episode discusses disordered eating. If you or someone you know is struggling, you're not alone. Butterfly Foundation National Helpline: 1800 33 4673 (call, chat or email, 8am–midnight AEST, 7 days).

Aug 03, 202601:08:44
Why You Crack Under Pressure and How to Let Go of Expectations | Hannah Ward

Why You Crack Under Pressure and How to Let Go of Expectations | Hannah Ward

Expectations don't make you better - they quietly kill your joy, your pride, and every ounce of self-compassion you've got.

In this episode I sit down with runner Hannah Ward to unpack what really happens when we crack under pressure. Hannah had just run her first marathon at the Gold Coast — pushing through nerves, an injury, and the high standards she holds for herself — and what she learned about the difference between intention and expectation is something every runner, lifter, or high-achiever needs to hear. We get into the mental side of marathon training nobody posts about: the shoulds that spiral in your head at kilometre six, why going slow makes you fast, and how the confidence you're chasing actually comes from one thing — keeping the promises you make to yourself.

If you're someone who sets a goal, ties your whole worth to hitting it, and then falls apart when the day doesn't go to plan, this episode is for you!

In this episode we cover:

  • Why expectations kill your joy — and how swapping them for intention changes everything
  • What "cracking under pressure" actually looks like mid-race, and how Hannah regulated herself back
  • The real reason confidence comes from keeping small promises to yourself (make your bed, lay your clothes out, do the thing)
  • Why being the hardest worker beat being the most talented — Hannah's netball backstory
  • How to break a huge goal down so the big picture stops overwhelming you
  • The truth about optimisation culture, easy runs, and why rest is productive


You can also find the written breakdown and notes for this episode on Substack! 📖 Subscribe to my substack (it's free): https://open.substack.com/pub/morganeldrett


Connect with me 💌
👩🏼‍💻 Enquiries: morgan.eld.rett@gmail.com
📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mindsetloungepodcast/
📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/morganeldrett/
📲 Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@morgan.eldrett?_r=1&_t=ZS-94yTIxHuFrE
🖥️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@morganeldrett

🥦 1:1 Health & Fitness Coaching Apply here: https://form.jotform.com/250682685688071

🔗 Velocity Activewear code MORGAN https://velocityactivewear.com.au/?ref=MORGANELDRETT

Jul 30, 202601:02:44
PODVLOG: i lost my identity, so i disappeared (the pods getting a rebrand!)

PODVLOG: i lost my identity, so i disappeared (the pods getting a rebrand!)

I went completely ghost on the thing that truly lights up my soul and it's time to tell you why.


For the last few months I disappeared. No podcast, no socials, no showing up. When I stopped bodybuilding, my whole identity was shaken and I genuinely didn't know who I was without it. I thought I had to be healed, perfect, and on "the other side" before I could show up for you again but that's just not the case! In this episode I'm getting really honest about the identity crisis that comes with life after sport, why my discipline and routines started controlling me instead of serving me, and how I found my way back to myself.

In this video we cover:

  • Why I went ghost, the truth about losing my identity when I stopped bodybuilding
  • The two Morgans: the disciplined athlete vs the girl who wants fun and spontaneity (and why you're allowed to be both!)
  • When discipline stops being a choice and starts controlling you
  • The disordered patterns that resurfaced and the shame I carried around them
  • Copying other girls, comparison, and how I finally learnt to be myself
  • The rebrand! New hair, new era, and behind the scenes of the sporty chic podcast cover shoot


Connect with me 💌
👩🏼‍💻 Enquiries:
morgan.eld.rett@gmail.com📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mindsetloungepodcast/📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/morganeldrett/📲 Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@morgan.eldrett?_r=1&_t=ZS-94yTIxHuFrE🖥️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@morganeldrett

🥦 1:1 Health & Fitness Coaching Apply here: https://form.jotform.com/250682685688071
🔗 Velocity Activewear code MORGAN https://velocityactivewear.com.au/?ref=MORGANELDRETT

Jul 21, 202613:26
You're not lazy! Why you never feel like you're doing enough and how to fix it.

You're not lazy! Why you never feel like you're doing enough and how to fix it.

You've had a full, busy day and you still went to bed feeling like you wasted it. That's not a you problem. That's your brain doing something very specific that nobody's ever explained to you.


In this episode, we're getting into the psychology of why high achievers are often the least satisfied people in the room, why no matter how much you do, it never feels like enough. We talk about productivity anxiety, the Zeigarnik Effect (why your brain is literally wired to hyper-fixate on everything you haven't done), and the system I personally use every single day to close those loops, build self-trust, and actually go to bed feeling proud of myself. Because here's what I've learned: if you want to be more productive, you need to feel more positive first.


If you're someone who underreports your wins, feels guilty resting, or uses the words "should" and "could" on yourself constantly - this one's for you!


In this episode we cover:

• Why high achievers are often the least satisfied people — and the science behind it

• What productivity anxiety actually is and why it's more common than you think

• The Zeigarnik Effect: why your brain remembers everything you haven't done more than what you have

• The signs you're actually productive — you're just telling yourself a different story

• The Good Day Recipe: my five daily non-negotiables that close the loops and make every day feel like a win

• Why positive self-talk isn't soft — it's what actually drives more productivity


You can also find the written breakdown and notes for this episode on Substack! 📖 Subscribe to my substack (it's free): https://open.substack.com/pub/morganeldrett


Connect with me 💌

👩🏼‍💻 Enquiries: morgan.eld.rett@gmail.com

📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mindsetloungepodcast/

📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/morganeldrett/

📲 Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@morgan.eldrett?_r=1&_t=ZS-94yTIxHuFrE

🖥️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@morganeldrett


🥦 1:1 Health & Fitness Coaching Apply here: https://form.jotform.com/250682685688071

🔗 Velocity Activewear code MORGAN https://velocityactivewear.com.au/?ref=MORGANELDRETT


TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 – The psychologist moment that started it all and why this episode is more than just a to-do list system

02:00 – The toxic side of productivity nobody talks about

05:44 – Productivity anxiety: what it is and why it's keeping you stuck

06:48 – Signs you're actually productive — just hard on yourself

09:17 – The Zeigarnik Effect: why your brain is wired to feel behind

10:59 – How to use the Zeigarnik Effect to your advantage

12:43 – The Good Day Recipe: your five daily non-negotiables

17:21 – How this builds self-trust and stops negative self-talk

19:24 – What a Good Day Recipe looks like for every kind of life

21:04 – Closing the loop: expectations, goalposts and going to bed feeling

Jun 15, 202624:11
How to Get Out of a Slump & Back Into Your Groove (5 Steps)

How to Get Out of a Slump & Back Into Your Groove (5 Steps)

Most people will hit a slump at some point this year - and most people will stay stuck in it way longer than they need to.

I've been in one. Lots of ideas, no execution, making excuses, feeling flat and uninspired. And I finally decided I was done with it. In this episode I'm walking you through the exact five step process I used to get myself back into a groove - a reset routine that's less about hustle and more about getting back to your core. Whether you're in a full motivation slump or just feeling a little off, this one is your blueprint to get unstuck and start moving again.

If you've been waiting for someone to just hand you the system, here it is!


In this episode we cover:

- The red light/green light life audit (from Matthew McConaughey's Green Lights) and how to use it to get brutally clear on what's holding you back

- Why doing all the things you've been putting off is non-negotiable for clearing mental baggage - and how to make it actually fun

- How to create your "Good Day Recipe" - the 4–5 daily non-negotiables that build real self-belief and consistency over time

- Energy window stacking: how to structure your day around when you feel most alive so momentum builds itself

- Why adding play is the most underrated self-improvement tool - and how it makes every other step work better


You can also find the written breakdown and notes for this episode on Substack! 📖 Subscribe to my substack (it's free): https://open.substack.com/pub/morganeldrett

Connect with me 💌👩🏼‍💻 Enquiries: morgan.eld.rett@gmail.com📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mindsetloungepodcast/📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/morganeldrett/📲 Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@morgan.eldrett?_r=1&_t=ZS-94yTIxHuFrE🥦 1:1 Health & Fitness Coaching Apply here: https://form.jotform.com/250682685688071🔗 Velocity Activewear code MORGAN https://velocityactivewear.com.au/?ref=MORGANELDRETT

Jun 08, 202623:39
Blair Rubock - How to Back Yourself and Take More Risks

Blair Rubock - How to Back Yourself and Take More Risks

Blair Rubock spent his life savings filming a documentary with a tribe in the Indonesian jungle — and what he found there will completely change the way you think about risk, presence and what it means to back yourself.

In this episode we cover:

- Why the biggest risk you'll ever take is never backing yourself at all and how to silence the inner critic when everyone around you is playing it safe

- What Blair discovered living with a tribe deep in the Indonesian jungle for a week with no technology, no phones and no plan

- What living with a tribe who have nothing teaches us about presence, connection and how little we actually need to be happy

- How to face your storms head on, the bison and the cow philosophy and why running away from hard things only makes them worse

- How to regulate your nervous system so the small things stop rattling you — and why presence is the foundation of a calmer, more grounded life


Connect with me 💌

👩🏼‍💻 Enquiries: morgan.eld.rett@gmail.com

📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mindsetloungepodcast/

📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/morganeldrett/

📲 Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@morgan.eldrett?_r=1&_t=ZS-94yTIxHuFrE

🖥️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@morganeldrett


🥦 1:1 Health & Fitness Coaching

Apply here: https://form.jotform.com/250682685688071


🔗 Velocity Activewear code MORGANhttps://velocityactivewear.com.au/?ref=MORGANELDRETT


TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 – Intro & who is Blair Rubock

04:15 – How Through Strangers Eyes started & losing his pop to cancer

08:38 – Where the courage to take big risks actually comes from

15:18 – Quitting your job with no plan & silencing the fear

18:01 – Living with a tribe in Indonesia & what they taught him

49:51 – The no problem attitude & presence as a way of life

53:17 – What a calm nervous system actually looks like

55:17 – The bison and the cow — run head first at the storm

May 25, 202601:08:08
#1 Confidence Expert: Confidence Is Like a Muscle, You Must Work On It Often

#1 Confidence Expert: Confidence Is Like a Muscle, You Must Work On It Often

Confidence isn’t something we’re born with, it’s something we build, one choice at a time. Colleen Callander is a best selling author of The Power Of Confidence and was the CEO of Sportsgirl and Sussan for 13 years.

In this episode we cover:

- How to flip the script on failures

- The 8 confidence myths and how to overcome them

- Colleens "confidence compass" (values, inner voice, self awareness, boundaries, rituals)

- Why confidence isn't fixed

- How to navigate a mean inner critic

- What burn out looked like for Colleen and the lessons she learnt from that season

You can also find the written breakdown and notes for this episode on Substack!📖 Subscribe to my substack (it’s free): https://open.substack.com/pub/morganeldrett

Connect with me 💌

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TIMESTAMPS:00:00 — Welcome & introducing Colleen Callander01:00 — No one is born confident: confidence is a skill, not a trait03:20 — Confidence is like a muscle — use it or lose it04:10 — Introverts, extroverts & the myth of loud confidence06:07 — The inner critic: where it starts & how it shows up07:30 — Outsourcing your worth to other people's validation11:15 — Change your story, change your life (the 3-step method)19:19 — Burnout at 36: the red Ferrari that never left the track39:47 — The Confidence Compass: values, voice, self-awareness, boundaries & rituals55:57 — The 3 M's morning ritual to build confidence daily

May 18, 202658:45
Beth Carlino - Does a Bodybuilding Prep Have to Suck?
May 11, 202644:23
Steph Storm - "I'm a F*ck It and Find Out Kind of Girl"
May 04, 202655:40
The Former Monk Who Will Change How You Think About Fear, Anxiety & Self Worth - Lockie Welch

The Former Monk Who Will Change How You Think About Fear, Anxiety & Self Worth - Lockie Welch

Most people run from their darkness. Lockie Welch walked straight into a monastery and faced his.

In this episode of Mindset Lounge with Morgan, I sit down with Lockie Welch, a mindset mentor, former Buddhist monk and someone who has walked through addiction, rock bottom, and back to himself. This conversation will hit you in ways you didn't expect.

Lockie opens up about his years navigating substance addiction from the age of 15, the relapse that nearly cost him his life, and the moment he decided to ordain as a monk at a monastery in Chiang Mai, Thailand - where he meditated for up to 6 hours a day and lived by 227 precepts. What came out the other side? A level of self awareness, peace, and purpose most people spend a lifetime chasing.

In this episode we cover:

  • The truth about self worth, where it really comes from, and how it silently shapes every decision you make
  • What it actually means to live as a Buddhist monk > the precepts, the meditation, and the culture of Thailand
  • How Lockie navigated years of substance addiction and the moment that changed everything
  • Why chasing validation keeps you stuck in a cycle of performing and numbing
  • The power of reconnecting with your inner child and why it might be the missing piece
  • Why acceptance - not toxic positivity - is what actually sets you free

You can also find the written breakdown and notes for this episode on Substack!📖 Subscribe to my substack (it’s free): https://open.substack.com/pub/morganeldrett

Connect with me 💌👩🏼‍💻 Enquiries: morgan.eld.rett@gmail.com📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mindsetloungepodcast/📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/morganeldrett/📲 Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@morgan.eldrett?_r=1&_t=ZS-94yTIxHuFrE🖥️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@morganeldrett

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Timestamps:

  • 0:00 — Intro & what might surprise you about Lockie's life
  • 2:00 — Why follower counts don't equal fewer problems
  • 4:18 — What it actually means to be a Buddhist monk
  • 7:12 — The deciding factor between leaning into fear and holding yourself back
  • 9:03 — Where low self-worth really comes from
  • 15:05 — The rock bottom moment that changed everything
  • 21:23 — How to reconnect with your inner child
  • 24:05 — Monastery lessons anyone can apply to everyday life
  • 44:46 — Getting ghosted in the monastery & healing anxious attachment
  • 57:36 — Lockie's one piece of advice for the world
Apr 27, 202659:51
Nourish with Noa - From Restriction to Food Freedom

Nourish with Noa - From Restriction to Food Freedom

If food has ever felt like a battle, this episode is for you!


In this episode we cover:

- Food freedom and what it actually means

- Breaking the binge restrict cycle

- The stages of change and why you can't force healing

- Finding your middle ground with food and tracking

- Female athlete health and losing your period

- Practical meal prep tips for busy people

You can also find the written breakdown and notes for this episode on Substack!📖 Subscribe to my substack (it’s free): https://open.substack.com/pub/morganeldrett

Connect with me 💌

👩🏼‍💻 Enquiries: morgan.eld.rett@gmail.com

📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mindsetloungepodcast/

📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/morganeldrett/

📲 Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@morgan.eldrett?_r=1&_t=ZS-94yTIxHuFrE

🖥️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@morganeldrett


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TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 — Intro & welcome

02:00 — Chenoa's personal journey with food

06:00 — What a bad relationship with food looks like day to day

11:00 — Binge eating, the binge restrict cycle & why it's not your fault

19:00 — The stages of change & why you can't force healing

23:00 — Finding your middle ground with food

35:00 — Losing your period & the health implications nobody talks about

43:00 — The most damaging nutrition trend right now

48:00 — Meal prep made simple

Apr 13, 202657:55
Tash Marais - How to Be Unapologetically You

Tash Marais - How to Be Unapologetically You

What does it actually mean to be unapologetically yourself? How do you build confidence, find your identity, and stop living for everyone else? Today, I sit down with Tash Marais to uncover just that.


In this episode we cover:

- How to build confidence and a strong sense of identity from scratch

- What a masc physique is and why women's strength training looks different for everyone

- Growing up as a tomboy and why fitting in felt impossible

- Overcoming disordered eating, binge eating, and years of restriction

- Why self respect is the foundation of every transformation, mental and physical

- How to stop people pleasing and start being selfish in the healthiest way

- Letting go of friendships that no longer serve you and attracting the right people

- The truth about discipline, consistency, and why our generation is going too soft


You can also find the written breakdown and notes for this episode on Substack!📖 Subscribe to my substack (it’s free): https://open.substack.com/pub/morganeldrett


Connect with me 💌👩🏼‍💻 Enquiries: morgan.eld.rett@gmail.com📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mindsetloungepodcast/📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/morganeldrett/📲 Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@morgan.eldrett?_r=1&_t=ZS-94yTIxHuFrE🖥️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@morganeldrett


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TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 — Intro & what is a masc physique04:46 — Take me back to younger Tash06:48 — Did it feel like wearing a mask?15:10 — Disordered eating & getting vulnerable16:02 — Why being selfish is the most selfless thing you can do28:06 — Letting go of people who don't serve you41:37 — Fitness journey mistakes & what she'd do differently53:43 — Why discipline is not the enemy

Apr 06, 202601:03:27
Enter Your Healthy Discipline Era
Apr 02, 202608:39
Asking The Hard Questions with Callum Hinze

Asking The Hard Questions with Callum Hinze

Mar 30, 202644:46
How to Stop Letting Judgement From Others Kill Your Dreams
Mar 26, 202610:60
The Core Principals of a Strong Relationship with Hattie Boydle
Mar 23, 202601:07:36
Will Sparks - What Nobody Tells You About Making It
Mar 16, 202601:05:49
Life Beyond Bodybuilding | Lydia Thurstan IFBB Wellness PRO
Mar 09, 202659:46
Brigitte Bishop - A Guide To Being Hybrid
Feb 03, 202658:09
Torisstory - Resilience, Failure, and Unlocking New Versions of Life
Jan 26, 202601:07:21
Exposing Myself! Peds, Peptides and Police?

Exposing Myself! Peds, Peptides and Police?

In this episode, I share my personal experience with PEDs and peptides as an IFBB Pro who is now almost one year PED free.

This is not medical advice and not a for or against argument, simply an honest breakdown of my journey to help bring more awareness and education to the space.This episode is about conscious choice, long term thinking and understanding that you are allowed to change your mind.

Topics covered:

- Why I chose to come off PEDs

- The pressure to use them to be competitive

- My full bodybuilding timeline and decision making along the way

- Competing in my pro debut naturally

- Legal risks and why no one is invincible, regardless of caution

- Hormone health, progesterone suppression, and nervous system effects

- Changes I noticed after coming off, including sleep, anxiety, and cycle regularity

- Peptides, online misinformation, and the risks of unregulated compounds

- Questions to ask yourself before making these decisions


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Disclaimer

This episode is not a for or against argument regarding PEDs or peptides. I am not blaming, shaming, or criticising anyone for their choices. I am not a doctor, medical professional, or legal expert, and nothing in this episode should be taken as medical or legal advice.

Everything shared is based on my personal experiences and reflections only, with the intention of increasing awareness, education, and conscious decision making. If you have questions about your health, hormones, medications, or supplements, please consult a qualified medical professional.

Jan 20, 202653:53
Stop Waiting: How To Build Confidence Through Action

Stop Waiting: How To Build Confidence Through Action

Most people think confidence comes first, then action. So they wait. They wait to feel ready, to feel sure, to feel less scared. But waiting doesn’t make it easier. It only reinforces the belief that you can’t handle it.

In this episode, I break down why fear isn’t a stop sign, why procrastination is usually just avoidance of discomfort, and how waiting slowly erodes self trust. We talk about why overwhelm and decision paralysis keep you stuck, why clarity doesn’t come from thinking harder, and why the smallest next action is often the most powerful one.

This is part one of a six part mindset framework built around rules to live by. Rules that are simple, practical, and designed to move you forward when you feel stuck.

If you’ve been waiting to feel ready before you start, this episode will help you reframe fear, rebuild self trust, and take action even when it feels uncomfortable.

Because the cold water doesn’t get warmer if you jump late.

Jan 12, 202618:22
If the new year feels overwhelming, this episode is for you.

If the new year feels overwhelming, this episode is for you.

We put so much pressure on January to define the year. Goals. Direction. Big decisions. And in the process, we stop being present in our own lives.

In this episode, I talk about why the New Year crash happens, why living in the future creates anxiety and dissatisfaction, and how shifting your focus to intention, presence, and direction can bring fulfillment without waiting for the destination.

Jan 05, 202619:23
The Most Replayed Conversations of 2025
Dec 28, 202523:53
4 Lessons From 2025 to Rewire Your Mindset
Dec 21, 202520:15
Tijana Bundalo - Becoming a Woman You Believe In
Dec 14, 202501:17:17
George Montagné - Muscle Building Masterclass + The REAL Reason You Should Build Muscle
Dec 07, 202501:02:42
Pro Debut Season Recap (spoiler alert, I lost!?)
Nov 30, 202520:26
A Raw Conversation About My Prep + A Surprise!!!
Oct 26, 202552:53
How to Find Yourself Again: Girl Talk, Mindset Shifts & Real Advice with Claire
Oct 19, 202501:07:29
Annabelle Ronnfeldt - Stop Chasing Smaller. Start Chasing Stronger.
Oct 12, 202556:04
Meg Sylvester-Cielen - The Discipline Mindset: Love the Work, Not Just the Result

Meg Sylvester-Cielen - The Discipline Mindset: Love the Work, Not Just the Result

Meg Sylvester opens up about the unseen effort behind success and why true discipline never feels like sacrifice.

In this episode, Morgan sits down with IFBB Figure Pro and coach Meg Sylvester for a powerful conversation about what it really takes to be great in sport, business, and life.

From her background as a competitive diver to stepping on the Olympia stage, Meg opens up about the mindset, discipline, and devotion behind her success. She shares why discipline isn't a chore if you love what youdo, how she navigates self-doubt and why her clients always come first.

If you’ve ever wondered what separates good from great or how to build a life that looks incredible because you earned it, this episode will hit home.

Oct 05, 202558:53
Phoebe Hagan - The Conversation Every Young Athlete Needs To Hear
Sep 28, 202501:06:41
Lino Hola - How to Regulate Your Nervous System & Master Your Life
Sep 21, 202501:02:15
Devotion Over Discipline | Mini Moment with Hattie Boydle
Sep 17, 202510:04
6 steps to wipe out overthinking and unlock clarity (Spring clean your mindset part 3/3)
Sep 14, 202519:22
How to create the perfect morning and nighttime routine (Spring clean your mindset part 2/3)
Sep 07, 202516:54
Get out of your head and into action (Spring clean your mindset part 1/3)

Get out of your head and into action (Spring clean your mindset part 1/3)

Struggling with overthinking, procrastination or feeling stuck in a slump? In this episode, I’ll show you how to reset your mindset for spring, break free from negative thought patterns, and get out of your head!

You’ll learn:

- Why guilt and shame are harming your clarity

  • - How to stop looking back and start moving forward with confidence

  • - 5 practical steps to clear you head and take action now

This is Part 1 of the Spring Clean Your Mindset series, designed to help you refresh your routines, boost your motivation and create the mental space to thrive this spring!

If you’re ready to clear out the mental clutter and finally take action, this episode will give you the tools to do it.


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Aug 31, 202516:31
Desi Johnson - How to Turn Every Setback Into an Opportunity
Aug 24, 202501:04:04
Darcy Cogdale - Why You Need to Win the Day
Aug 17, 202501:03:28
Char Chant - Healing, Strength and Living on Her Terms
Aug 10, 202559:21
Millie Marshall - When Things Change Inside You, Things Change Around You
Aug 03, 202559:46
Lauren Simpson – No Manifesting, Just Relentless Effort
Jul 27, 202558:34
Bec Cameron - THIS Is What Seperates Good And Great Athletes
Jul 20, 202557:28