Why can doing something for ourselves sometimes feel so much harder than doing it for everyone else?

This week on 3 Wise Ducks, we're talking about self-care and the guilt that can sometimes come with it. Why do we find it so easy to put other people first, yet question ourselves when we take time out, say no or choose to do something simply because it makes us feel good?

We chat about what self-care can look like in everyday life, why it doesn't need to be expensive or complicated, and the difference between looking after yourself and feeling as though you're being selfish.

As always, we're sharing our own thoughts, observations and experiences, with plenty of laughs along the way. Maybe self-care isn't another thing we need to squeeze onto an already full list. Maybe it's about giving ourselves permission to matter too.

We'd love to know what self-care looks like for you, and whether you've ever felt guilty for making yourself a priority.

A Special Invitation from the 3 Wise Ducks

Come and join us for our 3 Wise Ducks Christmas Luncheon on Saturday, 14 November 2026!

We're bringing the Ducks and our listeners together for an afternoon of good food, plenty of laughs and a little Christmas cheer.

Included in the price is a two course luncheon, nibbles and a glass of wine, plus we'll have some fabulous door prizes up for grabs. And of course, it wouldn't be a 3 Wise Ducks gathering without the microphones. We'll be recording a podcast episode on the day and we'd love you to be part of the fun.

Head to the link in our bio to secure your spot. Places are limited, so don't miss out!

Connect with the Ducks:

Joy Ball, Blissful Connections Counselling
Website: blissfulconnections.com.au
Instagram: @blissful_connections

Jan, Jan Winslade
Website: janwinslade.com
Instagram: @jan.winslade

Nilu, Nilu Noble
Website: ivytalentco.com.au/nilunoble
Instagram: @melbourneescapades

Thanks for listening to 3 Wise Ducks.

We release a new episode every week, so be sure to follow the podcast so you never miss a conversation.

We'd love to hear from you. Follow us on Instagram @3wiseducks and send us a DM with your questions, topic ideas or feedback.

What does it really take to be happy, and are we sometimes looking for it in all the wrong places?

This week on 3 Wise Ducks, we're talking about happiness. Not the perfect life kind of happiness, but the everyday kind that can easily get lost when life gets busy.

We explore four key areas that can influence how we experience happiness, both in the little moments of everyday life and over the longer term. We talk about what we can influence ourselves, what we sometimes expect to make us happy, and why happiness can look different at different stages of life.

And because this is 3 Wise Ducks, we're certainly not claiming we've got life completely figured out. We're sharing our thoughts, experiences and plenty of laughs as we ask the question, have we cracked the code yet?

Have a listen and see how your own happiness measures up. What is already working in your life, and which of the four areas could use a little more attention?

We release a new episode every week, so be sure to follow 3 Wise Ducks so you never miss a conversation.

We'd love to hear from you. Follow us on Instagram @3wiseducks and send us a DM with your questions, topic ideas or feedback. And tell us, what does happiness look like to you?

A Special Invitation from the 3 Wise Ducks

Come and join us for our 3 Wise Ducks Christmas Luncheon on Saturday, 14 November 2026!

We're bringing the Ducks and our listeners together for an afternoon of good food, plenty of laughs and a little Christmas cheer.

Included in the price is a two course luncheon, nibbles and a glass of wine, plus we'll have some fabulous door prizes up for grabs.

And of course, it wouldn't be a 3 Wise Ducks gathering without the microphones. We'll be recording a podcast episode on the day, and we'd love you to be part of the fun.

We'd love to have you join us. Head to the link in our bio to secure your spot. Places are limited, so don't miss out!

https://www.instagram.com/3wiseducks/

Connect with the Ducks:

Joy Ball, Blissful Connections Counselling
Website: blissfulconnections.com.au
Instagram: @blissful_connections

Jan, Jan Winslade
Website: janwinslade.com
Instagram: @jan.winslade

Nilu, Nilu Noble
Website: ivytalentco.com.au/nilunoble
Instagram: @melbourneescapades

Thanks for listening to 3 Wise Ducks.

We release a new episode every week, so be sure to follow the podcast so you never miss a conversation.

We'd love to hear from you. Follow us on Instagram @3wiseducks and send us a DM with your questions, topic ideas or feedback.

This week on 3 Wise Ducks, we're turning the microphones over to you, well, sort of!

We've been loving hearing what you think about the podcast, so we're sharing some of the reviews and comments you've sent our way. Some made us laugh, some made us smile and a few sparked conversations of their own.

We're still finding our feet, having plenty of fun and never quite knowing where a conversation will take us, so hearing that you're listening and enjoying the ride with us means a lot.

And don't be shy. We'd love to hear what YOU think too. Leave us a review, tell us what makes you laugh, what you'd like to hear us talk about, or send us your own Duck Moment.

Connect with the Ducks:

Joy Ball, Blissful Connections Counselling
Website: blissfulconnections.com.au
Instagram: @blissful_connections

Jan, Jan Winslade
Website: janwinslade.com
Instagram: @jan.winslade

Nilu, Nilu Noble
Website: ivytalentco.com.au/nilunoble
Instagram: @melbourneescapades

Thanks for listening to 3 Wise Ducks.

We release a new episode every week, so be sure to follow the podcast so you never miss a conversation.

We'd love to hear from you. Follow us on Instagram @3wiseducks and send us a DM with your questions, topic ideas or feedback.

Turning 50 comes with a few life lessons, plenty of stories and, apparently, a list of things every woman should experience at least once.

This week on 3 Wise Ducks, we're sharing our 10 things every woman should do before she turns 50. Some are about having fun, some might push you a little outside your comfort zone, and others are simply things we think every woman should give herself permission to do.

As we make our way through the list, there's plenty to talk about, plenty to laugh about and a few things that might have you thinking about what you'd put on your own list.

Whether 50 is around the corner, well behind you or nowhere near your radar yet, this isn't about ticking off a serious life checklist. It's three women comparing notes, sharing a few thoughts and having plenty of laughs along the way.

And if you've already passed 50, you're definitely not off the hook. We'd love to know what you think should have made our list.

We'd love to hear from you. Follow us on Instagram @3wiseducks and send us a DM with your questions, topic ideas or feedback. And tell us, what's ONE thing you think every woman should do before turning 50?

Connect with the Ducks:

Joy Ball, Blissful Connections Counselling
Website: blissfulconnections.com.au
Instagram: @blissful_connections

Jan, Jan Winslade
Website: janwinslade.com
Instagram: @jan.winslade

Nilu, Nilu Noble
Website: ivytalentco.com.au/nilunoble
Instagram: @melbourneescapades

Thanks for listening to 3 Wise Ducks.

We release a new episode every week, so be sure to follow the podcast so you never miss a conversation.

We'd love to hear from you. Follow us on Instagram @3wiseducks and send us a DM with your questions, topic ideas or feedback.

Ever wondered what it's like to put on a pair of headphones, forget who's watching and dance to your own beat?

This week on 3 Wise Ducks, we chat with Sophie from POHSS Studio about all things silent disco. Sophie has taken the traditional idea of a silent disco and turned it into something much more, bringing together music, movement, nature, fun and connection in some pretty unexpected places.

We talk about how POHSS Studio began, what happens when a group of people put on their headphones and let themselves go, and why Sophie believes movement can be about so much more than dancing. From beaches and parks to festivals, celebrations and community events, her mobile dance floor has certainly travelled.

Of course, we also wanted to know what a silent disco actually looks like to everyone who isn't wearing the headphones, whether people are nervous when they first arrive, and what happens once they stop worrying about who's watching.

It's a fun conversation about music, movement, letting go and giving yourself permission to dance like nobody's watching, because quite possibly, nobody can hear what you're dancing to anyway.

Our guest:

Sophie, POHSS Studio
Website: pohssstudio.com
Instagram: @pohss_studio

Connect with the Ducks:

Joy Ball, Blissful Connections Counselling
Website: blissfulconnections.com.au
Instagram: @blissful_connections

Jan, Jan Winslade
Website: janwinslade.com
Instagram: @jan.winslade

Nilu, Nilu Noble
Website: ivytalentco.com.au/nilunoble
Instagram: @melbourneescapades

Thanks for listening to 3 Wise Ducks.

We release a new episode every week, so be sure to follow the podcast so you never miss a conversation.

We'd love to hear from you. Follow us on Instagram @3wiseducks and send us a DM with your questions, topic ideas or feedback.

Apparently one birthday isn't enough for Jan, so this week on 3 Wise Ducks we're celebrating Jan's birthday month and having plenty of laughs about it along the way.

Joy also shares a recent moment that taught her a lesson about accepting a compliment. What should have been a simple "thank you" didn't quite go to plan, leading to a hilarious conversation about why we can be so awkward when someone says something nice about us, and what perhaps not to do next time.

It's one of those 3 Wise Ducks conversations that starts in one place and ends up somewhere completely unexpected. Birthdays, compliments, a little life lesson and plenty of laughs along the way.

And we have something exciting coming up. We're having a 3 Wise Ducks Luncheon on 14 November 2026 and we'd love some of our listeners to join us. Follow us on our socials and register your expression of interest if you'd like to come along. We'll be sharing more details soon.

Connect with the Ducks:

Joy, Blissful Connections Counselling
Website: blissfulconnections.com.au
Instagram: @blissful_connections

Jan, Jan Winslade
Website: janwinslade.com
Instagram: @jan.winslade

Nilu, Nilu Noble
Website: ivytalentco.com.au/nilunoble
Instagram: @melbourneescapades

Thanks for listening to 3 Wise Ducks.

We release a new episode every week, so be sure to follow the podcast so you never miss a conversation.

We'd love to hear from you. Follow us on Instagram @3wiseducks and send us a DM with your questions, topic ideas or feedback.

We made it to Episode 10!

What better way to celebrate than by taking a moment to reflect on the journey so far? In this special episode, we look back at what we've learned, how we think we're doing, the moments that surprised us most and, of course, the things that still make us laugh.

It's an honest, light hearted conversation filled with friendship, self reflection, unexpected insights and plenty of hilarious moments as we share our thoughts on the podcast, ourselves and what we've discovered along the way.

Whether you've been with us since Episode 1 or you're joining the flock for the first time, we'd love for you to come along for the ride as we celebrate this little milestone together.

Expect laughter, a few honest moments, plenty of duck antics and the reminder that it's okay to pause every now and then and reflect on how far you've come.

Connect with the 3 Wise Ducks

Joy Ball
Founder, Blissful Connections Relationship Counselling
https://www.blissfulconnections.com.au

Jan Winslade
https://janwinslade.com

Nilu Noble
https://ivytalentco.com.au/nilunoble

Follow 3 Wise Ducks for new episodes every week.

Thanks for listening to 3 Wise Ducks.

We release a new episode every week, so be sure to follow the podcast so you never miss a conversation.

We'd love to hear from you. Follow us on Instagram @3wiseducks, Facebook and YouTube, and send us a DM with your questions, topic ideas or feedback.

Thanks for listening to 3 Wise Ducks.

We release a new episode every week, so be sure to follow the podcast so you never miss a conversation.

We'd love to hear from you. Follow us on Instagram @3wiseducks and send us a DM with your questions, topic ideas or feedback.

Have you ever started a conversation with absolutely no idea where it was going to end?

That's exactly what happened in this episode.

What began as one random thought quickly turned into a rollercoaster of unexpected stories, surprising insights, plenty of laughter and the kind of conversations that only happen when you stop trying to control them.

We chat about spontaneity, saying yes to the unexpected, those last minute decisions that become your favourite memories, and why some of life's best moments can never be planned. Of course, we also wander off on a few tangents, laugh far more than we probably should, and somehow manage to find a few meaningful insights along the way.

If you enjoy real conversations, lots of laughs and spending time with three friends who never quite know where the conversation is heading, this episode is for you.

Grab a cuppa and come and join the flock.

Connect with the 3 Wise Ducks

Joy Ball
Founder, Blissful Connections Relationship Counselling
https://www.blissfulconnections.com.au

Jan Winslade
https://janwinslade.com

Nilu Noble
https://ivytalentco.com.au/nilunoble

Follow 3 Wise Ducks for new episodes every week.

Thanks for listening to 3 Wise Ducks.

We release a new episode every week, so be sure to follow the podcast so you never miss a conversation.

We'd love to hear from you. Follow us on Instagram @3wiseducks, Facebook and YouTube and send us a DM with your questions, topic ideas or feedback.

Thanks for listening to 3 Wise Ducks.

We release a new episode every week, so be sure to follow the podcast so you never miss a conversation.

We'd love to hear from you. Follow us on Instagram @3wiseducks and send us a DM with your questions, topic ideas or feedback.