Reconnect to Self with Tracey and Scott

Helping people become the best version of themselves. Let us help you connect back with yourself and rediscover what ultimately brings you joy.Hello, I'm Tracey Quayle, founder of Reconnect Individual Retreats and Co-Founder of Reconnect Relationship Retreats. I am a counsellor with 15 years experience in private practice, a breathwork instructor and certified psychedelic assisted therapist.I combine talk therapy with my love of other somatic practices to help people live the life they want to live.

Reconnect to Self with Tracey and Scott is a education podcast hosted by Scott Quayle, with 50 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Scott Quayle hosts Reconnect to Self with Tracey and Scott, a education show with 50 episodes published.

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  Episode #16

  Ep 50. If You Don't Love It, Stop — What 50 Episodes Taught Us About Not Giving Up

  Aug 10, 20261h 30mS3

  Have you ever wanted to quit something right when it started getting hard — even though you loved it? This is episode 50, and it's just the two of us. We get honest about the parts nobody sees: the self-doubt, the hard feedback, what this has cost our relationship and our time, and why we're still showing up to record every single time. Through real stories from behind the scenes, we dive into: Why we almost gave up more times than we can count (and the one thing that kept us going) The feedback that nearly stopped Tracey from releasing episode one — and how she came back from it The "stands vs. the field" mindset Scott uses to handle criticism, on the podcast and everywhere else How AI has cut our production time in half — the exact workflow behind our research, editing and trailers Why we stopped tracking views and subscribers, and what we focused on instead What we actually want this show to become, and what success means to us now If you've ever stuck with something nobody understood, or wondered whether it was worth it — this one's for you. Reconnect to Self Retreat - OCT 2026 The Reconnect to Self Retreat is open for October — 23rd to 25th. For anyone caught up in the busyness of life, who frequently puts others before themselves and who doesn’t take time to recharge and reconnect with what brings them joy, this is for you. It has been created to help you: Understand why it is important to look after yourself and your nervous system Learn emotional regulation techniques and the science behind them Get to know yourself again Slow down, find balance and connect to nature Get excited about life again and the infinite possibilities it holds Share the episode If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to follow, share it with someone who needs to hear it, and leave us a review — it helps us reach more people looking to reconnect with themselves. Follow Tracey on @traceyquayle.therapy Join my mailing list: ⁠traceyquayle.com⁠ Disclaimer: This podcast is for information only and isn't a substitute for personalised therapy.

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  Episode #15

  Ep 49. How Your Brain Cleans Itself While You Sleep (And Why Most People Never Let It) w/ Dr Jemma King

  Jul 26, 20261h 42mS3

  Did you know your brain physically cleans itself while you sleep — flushing out the toxic build-up from a full day of thinking? And that most people are stopping this process every single night without realising it? In this episode, we sit down with Dr Jemma King — behavioural scientist, sleep researcher and author of the new book Sleep First — to unpack what's actually happening in your brain and body when sleep falls apart, and how to get it back. Dr Jemma has spent years working across stress and performance with Australian Special Forces Commandos, Olympic swimmers and McKinsey executives, and her focus has now narrowed to the one thing underneath all of it: sleep. We explore the nightly "cleaning shift" your brain runs while you're unconscious, why alcohol and sleeping tablets rob you of the deep repair your body needs, and how missing REM sleep can quietly reshape what you're scared of. Through powerful stories and real-life examples, we dive into: The glymphatic "cleaning process" that flushes toxic build-up out of your brain every night — and exactly what shuts it down Why caffeine doesn't actually give you energy — it just blocks the signal that you're tired The two-hour window before midnight where most of your growth hormone gets produced — and what you lose by missing it The "midnight librarian" theory of REM sleep, and its surprising link to fear conditioning and PTSD Why oxytocin might be the most underrated stress antidote you're not using The simple bedroom, morning and evening changes with the biggest impact on sleep quality If you've ever woken up foggy after what should've been a full night's sleep, this episode explains exactly why — and what to do about it. Connect with Dr Jemma King: ⁠ Website⁠: ⁠Instagram⁠: BreatheDEEP™ LIVE BreatheDEEP™ is a live breathwork experience set to deep house music — held in an intimate venue with atmosphere you can feel. You lie back, breathe with intention, and let the music do the rest. Find out more here: ⁠ traceyquayle.com/breathdeep-live ⁠ If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to follow, share it with someone who needs to hear it, and leave us a review — it helps us reach more people looking to reconnect with themselves. About Us: We run two retreats — a self-care retreat (October) and a relationship retreat (November) — for anyone ready to go deeper. Details at traceyquayle.com . If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to follow, share it with someone who needs to hear it, and leave us a review — it helps us reach more people looking to reconnect with themselves. Follow Tracey on @traceyquayle.therapy Join my mailing list: traceyquayle.com Disclaimer: This podcast is for information only and isn't a substitute for personalised therapy.

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  Episode #14

  Ep 48. Feeling Stuck In Life? Here's How To Change It w/ Tamsin Simounds

  Jul 12, 20261h 25mS3

  Do you feel stuck in life — like you know something needs to change, but you have no idea where to start? Have you ever wondered why reading another book or watching another video never actually moves the needle? In this episode, we sit down with Tamsin Simounds — leadership coach, keynote speaker and author of The Experiment Mindset — to unpack why traditional goal-setting keeps so many of us stuck, and what actually creates lasting change. We explore how imposter syndrome hit Tamsin hardest right as she was succeeding early in her career, why she spent a decade building her coaching business on the side before she ever left her corporate job, and the science-backed method that came out of it. Through powerful stories and real-life examples, we dive into: Why gathering more information is keeping you stuck (and what to do instead) Why imposter syndrome hit hardest the moment she got her first promotion The sunk cost fallacy — and why it's running more of your decisions than you think What an "expander" is, and how the right person in your life can make the impossible feel possible The three levers of change — environment, physiology and psychology — and where to actually start Why "push through it" is sometimes the worst advice — and what to do instead Why Tamsin just launched an activewear startup — and how it's the ultimate proof of concept for everything in this episode If you've been sitting on a decision, a career change, or just a feeling that something needs to shift — this episode gives you a real place to start. Connect with Tamsin: Website Instagram BreatheDEEP™ Speaking of trying something new — our first BreatheDEEP™ LIVE event is happening Friday 7th August at Laceys Gym in Joondalup. Tracey leads a guided breathwork journey while Scotty spins a live deep house set alongside her — just 40 spots, so grab yours if it's calling you. You can learn more here About Us: We run two retreats — a self-care retreat (October) and a relationship retreat (November) — for anyone ready to go deeper. Details at traceyquayle.com. If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to follow, share it with someone who needs to hear it, and leave us a review — it helps us reach more people looking to reconnect with themselves. Follow Tracey on @traceyquayle.therapy or click the links below: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tik Tok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠ Join my mailing list ⁠⁠⁠www.traceyquayle.com⁠⁠

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  Episode #13

  Ep 47. He Lost Everything. Then Started R U OK? Day w/ Graeme Cowan

  Jun 29, 20261h 22mS3

  Have you ever been so far down that you genuinely couldn't see a way out? Not just a bad week — but months, then years, of not being okay? That's where today's guest was. And what he built from that place changed the entire country. In this episode, we sit down with Graeme Cowan — co-founder of R U OK? Day, author of Great Leaders Care , and host of The Caring CEO podcast (ranked #2 globally for workplace mental health) — to unpack what severe depression, an ICU admission, and a five-year recovery really look like from the inside, and what Graeme has since learned about building a life and a career that doesn't cost you your mind. We explore how one of the most significant mental health movements in Australian history grew directly from one man's darkest chapter — and what that means for all of us who are quietly struggling. Through powerful stories and real-life examples, we dive into: What severe depression actually looks like from the inside (and why it often hides behind a high-performing exterior) The surprising origin story of R U OK? Day — and why it almost didn't happen The Mood Meter: the simple self-check tool from Graeme's book that's changing how leaders track wellbeing at work Why 99.67% of workplace mental health suffering is invisible to official systems — and what that means for your team The four pillars of a thriving life: Mindset, Vitality, Intimacy, and Prosperity Why hope isn't soft — and what Scott learned the hard way when a doctor took his away The one thing Graeme does every single day that's kept him well for over two decades If you're going through something right now — or leading people who might be — this episode is worth your full attention. Connect with Graeme Cowan: Website Linkedin 📖 Great Leaders Care — available in all good bookstores 🎙️ The Caring CEO podcast — search wherever you listen Resources: Moodometer Poster Self Care Scorecard About Us: We run two retreats — a self-care retreat (October) and a relationship retreat (November) — for anyone ready to go deeper. Details at traceyquayle.com. If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to follow, share it with someone who needs to hear it, and leave us a review — it helps us reach more people looking to reconnect with themselves. Follow Tracey on @traceyquayle.therapy or click the links below: ⁠⁠⁠⁠instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Tik Tok⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠ Join my mailing list ⁠⁠www.traceyquayle.com⁠⁠ Disclaimer: This podcast is for information only and isn't a substitute for personalised therapy.

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  Episode #12

  Ep 46. You're Not "Too Nice" — Kindness Is Actually a Superpower w/ Sophie Bretag

  Jun 14, 20261h 28mS3

  Have you ever been told you're too nice? That being kind makes you a pushover? That real strength means being tough, not warm? In this episode, we sit down with Sophie Bretag — author, award-winning keynote speaker, executive HR consultant, and self-described Chief Kindness Officer — to unpack why everything you've been taught about kindness might be wrong, and what the science actually says about its impact. Sophie's new book The Kind Way introduces the Kind Human Quotient (KHQ) — a four-pillar framework for leading and living with genuine kindness — and she breaks down how it applies to workplaces, relationships, and the way we show up for ourselves. Through real stories and hard-won insight, we explore: Why kindness is consistently mistaken for weakness — and why that belief is costing you more than you realise The surprising science behind the kindness ripple effect (witnessing an act of kindness has the same neurological benefit as giving or receiving one) Why "clear is kind" — and how courageous conversations and firm boundaries are actually acts of kindness, not the opposite The Know Yourself pillar: why most of us don't actually know ourselves as well as we think — and why that's the foundation of everything Why the people who give the most to others are often the least kind to themselves The myth of work-life balance — and what actually matters when your values and your calendar don't match If you've ever softened who you are to fit into a world that rewards toughness, this episode will reframe kindness not as a compromise — but as your greatest strength. Connect with Sophie Bretag: Website LinkedIn Instagram 🌿 Join us in person: Reconnect to Self Retreat: www.traceyquayle.com/reconnect-to-self Breathwork Journeys: www.traceyquayle.com/breathwork-journeys Reconnect Relationships: www.reconnectrelationships.com.au If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to follow, share it with someone who needs to hear it, and leave us a review — it helps us reach more people looking to reconnect with themselves. Follow Tracey on @traceyquayle.therapy or click the links below: ⁠⁠⁠instagram⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Tik Tok⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠ Join my mailing list ⁠www.traceyquayle.com⁠ Disclaimer: This podcast is for information only and isn't a substitute for personalised therapy.

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