Mindset Lounge with Morgan

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 makeWhat it actually means to live as a Buddhist monk > the precepts, the meditation, and the culture of ThailandHow Lockie navigated years of substance addiction and the moment that changed everythingWhy chasing validation keeps you stuck in a cycle of performing and numbingThe power of reconnecting with your inner child and why it might be the missing pieceWhy acceptance - not toxic positivity - is what actually sets you freeYou 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 CoachingApply here: https://form.jotform.com/250682685688071🔗 Velocity Activewear code MORGANhttps://velocityactivewear.com.au/?ref=MORGANELDRETTTimestamps:0:00 — Intro & what might surprise you about Lockie's life2:00 — Why follower counts don't equal fewer problems4:18 — What it actually means to be a Buddhist monk7:12 — The deciding factor between leaning into fear and holding yourself back9:03 — Where low self-worth really comes from15:05 — The rock bottom moment that changed everything21:23 — How to reconnect with your inner child24:05 — Monastery lessons anyone can apply to everyday life44:46 — Getting ghosted in the monastery & healing anxious attachment57:36 — Lockie's one piece of advice for the world

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 softYou 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 CoachingApply here: https://form.jotform.com/250682685688071🔗 Velocity Activewear code MORGANhttps://velocityactivewear.com.au/?ref=MORGANELDRETTTIMESTAMPS: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

Callum joins me for one of the most fun episodes we've filmed - a rapid fire agree or disagree session covering some of the most debated relationship opinions out there.We cover everything from jealousy, trust, and checking your partner's phone, to money, independence, emotional needs, and whether soulmates are actually real. Plus we answer a listener question from someone in their first ever bodybuilding prep trying to navigate a brand new relationship with someone outside the sport and we get pretty honest about what that dynamic actually looks like from both sides.In this episode we cover: - Rapid fire relationship hot takes — agree or disagree- Navigating bodybuilding prep in a new relationship when your partner isn't in the sport- How to find yourself after a long relationshipYou 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 CoachingApply here: https://form.jotform.com/250682685688071🔗 Velocity Activewear code MORGANTIMESTAMPS- 0:00 Intro & Life Updates- 9:29 Agree or Disagree- 22:30 Listener Questions

What actually keeps a relationship alive? Play, curiosity, and intimacy > and most couples aren't talking about it.In this episode, Morgan sits down with Hattie Boydle for a raw, honest conversation about what makes relationships truly thrive. They dive into communication, intimacy, self-worth, and why the relationship you have with yourself sets the tone for everything else.In this episode:Why play and curiosity are the secret to lasting intimacyHow to speak your needs without fearThe difference between toxic bonds and genuinely strong relationshipsWhy loving yourself first isn't selfish - it's everythingHow to keep the spark alive even in the most regimented seasons of lifeWhether you're in a relationship, navigating a tricky one, or building yourself up solo - this one's for you.Follow Hattie: @hattieboydleVELOCITY ACTIVEWEAR code morganPlease subscribe if you love Mindset Lounge!

IFBB Wellness Pro Lydia Thurstan joins Mindset Lounge to talk about bodybuilding, ped use among female athletes and the reality of stepping away from competing. In this episode we talk about:- Starting bodybuilding as a teenager- The pressure to use PEDs in women’s bodybuilding- Winning an IFBB Pro Card as an underdog- The mental health affects of competing- Finding your identity after bodybuilding- Why some athletes walk away from the sport- Finding balance through extreme dieting and prep- Rebuilding a healthy relationship with food and training- Advice for young women entering bodybuildingIf you’re a competitor, coach or someone interested in bodybuilding, discipline and personal growth, this episode offers an honest perspective on what it really takes to pursue the sport while protecting your health, mindset, and long-term wellbeing.New episodes of Mindset Lounge every Tuesday.⁠Follow Morgan on Instagram: @morganeldrett⁠⁠Follow Lydia: @lydiathurstan.ifbbpro⁠⁠Velocity activewear CODE MORGAN

Hybrid training is trending right now! And today I sit down with Brigitte Bishop to chat what it takes to be a hybrid athlete, running marathons, transitioning from bodybuilding and how to do it all. We explore the journey of transitioning from bodybuilding to hybrid training, the importance of community, mindset shifts and the balance between performance and self worth. We discuss the significance of enjoying the process, recognising burnout, and the role of nutrition in achieving performance goals. TakeawaysHybrid athletes combine strength and endurance training.Community plays a vital role in hybrid training.Enjoying the process is crucial for long-term success.Self-worth should not be tied to performance metrics.Recognizing signs of burnout is essential for health.Nutrition for performance differs from bodybuilding nutrition.Setting short-term goals helps maintain motivation.Flexibility in training routines is important.Mental resilience is key in endurance sports.Embracing change can lead to personal growth.Follow Brigitte on IG VELOCITY ACTIVEWEAR code morgan

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 decisionsVelocity code MORGANWolfpak code MORGANEHP code MORGANEhttps://www.criminaldefencelawyers.com.au/blog/are-peptides-legal-in-australia/DisclaimerThis 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.

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.

If you’re heading into 2026 wanting more clarity, confidence, and ownership over your life, this episode will help you reset the way you think so your actions can finally match who you want to become.We cover: - Taking action- Why you shouldn't avoid discomfort- Chasing the highest version of you- Why the stories you tell yourself shape your realityVelocity activewear (code morgan)EHP labs supps (code morgane)Wolfpak bags (code morgan)

In today’s episode, I sit down with coach George Montagné for a full muscle building masterclass.We break down everything you need to know about building glutes, training with intention and developing the mindset that actually creates long term results.This isn’t just a conversation about glutes (although we go deep on that too).It’s about discipline, resilience, confidence and why building muscle gives you so much more than just a better body.Follow GeorgeWork 1:1 with MorganVelocity Activewear code MORGANEHP Labs supps code MORGANE

This episode is a raw and honest chat about my current prep, what’s felt different, what’s challenged me and where my mindset’s really at. Callum joins me for this one and we talk about growth, identity, balance and what it really means to do a show for you.Plus, there’s a surprise announcement I’ve been keeping under wraps until now 👀Follow Morgan on IGFollow Morgan on YOUTUBEFollow Callum on IGJoin 1:1 CoachingApply HERE

What does “doing it all” actually look like when you’re training for marathons, HYROX, and lifting heavy, while staying healthy and sane?In this episode, hybrid athlete Annabelle Ronnfeldt breaks down how she built both her running base and her strength base, why she avoids the zero-to-one-hundred trap, and the mindset that gets her through the hurt locker: “time doesn’t stop—keep moving.”We talk identity shifts (team sport → endurance → hybrid), using community to lower the pain of hard sessions, shifting from body image to performance, and the season where stress and health markers crashed, hair loss, fatigue, inflammation, and how she rebuilt with better boundaries, help, and intuition.You’ll learn: how to pace long runs without ego, why recovery runs matter, how to resist trend pressure (you don’t have to run), and how to compete for the right reasons so you don’t burn out.If this helped, tag us with your biggest takeaway.Follow Annabelle Follow MorganJoin the Mindset Lounge Method