Working Out, Showing Up: Why Doing Hard Things Together Makes Life Better
In Working Out, Showing Up, we reflect on the quiet, life-saving power of doing hard things together — from sweating it out in group fitness classes to giving back through community volunteering. Drawing on the Effort Paradox and the timeless idea that doing good feels good, this piece explores how shared effort transforms loneliness into belonging, and how showing up for others helps us show up for ourselves.
When It Feels Like No One Would Miss You — Finding a Way Back to Yourself
A raw reflection on loneliness, queer community, and what it means to keep showing up — even when it feels like no one would miss you. We share how Jung’s pillars, modern research, and the story behind Get Out offer a gentle roadmap for building connection, purpose, and a life worth staying for.
The Strength of Not Taking It Personally
In this reflection, we explore what it really means to stop taking the bait in a world wired for outrage — especially for LGBTQIA+ people who’ve learned to brace for judgment. From workplace digs to family jabs, this piece blends lessons on self-control with the quiet power of choosing where your energy goes — and where it doesn’t.
Still Becoming: On Friendship, Identity, and Starting Again
At nearly 40, I thought I’d be settled — friendships locked in, identity formed, life humming along. But starting again doesn’t mean going backwards. In this reflection, I explore what it means to be in midlife and still becoming — still seeking friendship, still letting go, still learning how to belong. If you’ve ever felt the ache of wanting deeper connection, this one’s for you.
Back Into the Lion’s Den
After years of healing, sobriety, and rediscovering purpose, I’ve returned to the city I once left behind — but this time, I’m different. This story is about growth, boundaries, ambition, and learning to protect your peace, even when old environments come knocking. Some friendships may not survive this new chapter, and that’s okay. Because not everyone is meant to go where you’re headed.
The Courage to Change: Reinvention, Decline, and the Joy of Experimenting
What if decline wasn’t the end — but an invitation to begin again? In this thought-provoking piece, we explore how the courage to experiment, shift gears, and redefine success can lead to deeper fulfilment. Drawing on Arthur C. Brooks’ insights and his own lived experience, we challenge the idea that we must cling to peak performance, offering instead a roadmap for growth through reinvention, reflection, and human connection.
The Shift That Saved Me — And Why One Session Might Be Enough to Start Yours
After nearly a decade of drifting through mental health challenges, Get Out founder, Brodie shares the mindset shift that changed everything. Blending personal reflection with evidence from emerging research on single-session therapy, this piece explores how real change starts with small steps — not perfect plans. For anyone who’s ever felt stuck, flat, or quietly overwhelmed, this is your reminder that healing doesn’t always begin with a breakdown. Sometimes, it starts with a decision.
Let Go, Lean In: How Change, Curiosity, and Meaningful Rest Can Save Us
We cling to what we know — even when it’s making us miserable. But what if letting go was the beginning of real peace? This piece explores how resisting change, ignoring rest, and avoiding discomfort keeps us stuck — and how leaning into curiosity, presence, and meaningful connection could be the way forward.
Breaking the Comfort Zone: The Challenge (and Reward) of Trying New Things
Stepping outside your comfort zone is never easy — but it’s the only way to grow. After years away from social media, diving back in to promote Get Out has been awkward, frustrating, and sometimes overwhelming. But I know that if I want to build something real, I have to practice what I preach: choosing action over avoidance. The truth? Growth happens when we keep showing up — even when it’s uncomfortable.
Are You Lonely Without Realising It?
As we enter 2025, are you truly connected, or just occupied? Loneliness is sneaky — it thrives in the routines we think are fulfilling. Let’s challenge the status quo and build real-world connections together.
Are you Sober Curious? How Sobriety Became My Anchor
Two years sober, I’ve learned that alcohol once masked my pain but never solved it. Sobriety hasn’t just transformed my physical and mental health — it’s reignited my relationships, career, and passion for life. Are you sober curious?
Finding Light in the Dark: Lessons from Rebuilding My Life to Kickstart Your New Year
A few years ago, I hit a breaking point — stuck in a cycle of hopelessness and self-pity, I felt like my best days were behind me. Admitting myself to St. Helen’s Hospital for therapy was the turning point that helped me rebuild my life. Now, I’m sharing the lessons I learned to help you kickstart 2025 with purpose and resilience.
New Year Reflection: Letting Go, Learning, and Looking Ahead
Reflect on 2024, let go of what you can’t change, and set intentions for 2025. Learn how to embrace growth and create meaningful goals.
Turning Pain into Purpose: The Journey That Inspired Get Out
From battling depression and loss to finding purpose through connection, Get Out was born from my darkest moments. This is my story of resilience, rebuilding, and creating a platform where everyone can find a sense of belonging.
When the Party Ends: Choosing a Different Path in the LGBTQIA+ Community
Sometimes, hitting rock bottom is what it takes to break free. After a hollow New Year’s Day on the Sydney dancefloor, I knew I’d had enough of the endless party circuit. I burned it all down to rediscover my true self, and through that journey, Get Out was born—a space for genuine connection, purpose, and a new way forward in the LGBTQIA+ community. Are you ready to find a deeper connection?