Best Lisa Spector Podcasts (2025)

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How to unwind anxiety - using a paradoxical but powerful approach: Dr Guy Meadows 11:38

1d ago11:38

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No one likes experiencing uncomfortable thoughts and feelings, like anxiety. However, the more we fight our internal experience, the more likely it is to fight back. Rather than resisting the internal experience we don't want to feel, by urning towards them and even welcoming them - it can have a powerful positive effect, as Dr. guy explains. FULL …

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What Spiritual Awakening Actually Looks Like — with Lisa Cairns 2:04:21

5d ago2:04:21

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A deep and honest conversation about what happens when your identity dissolves, and how awakening isn’t what most people think. In this episode of A New Way of Being, Simon speaks with spiritual teacher Lisa Cairns about the raw and real experience of spiritual awakening. Lisa shares how a spontaneous shift in Bali completely changed her perception…

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How Gut Health and Kefir Help Reduce Anxiety | Tim Spector 12:01

8d ago12:01

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In this bitesize episode, I speak to gut health expert Tim Spector about the link between the microbiome and mental health. Tim explains how the bacteria in your gut produce key brain chemicals like serotonin and GABA — and how what you eat affects stress, mood, energy and even sleep. We also talk about the hidden signs of poor gut health, why 'fiv…

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The Dalai Lama’s Neuroscientist REVEALS Keys to Lasting Wellbeing & Longevity l Richie Davidson, PhD 28:59

9d ago28:59

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What if the key to well-being isn’t what you think? In this episode, we sit down with renowned psychiatrist and mindfulness researcher Dr. Richie Davidson—scientific advisor to the Dalai Lama—to explore the science of well-being. We discuss the power of purpose, the proven techniques to boost happiness, and how cultivating well-being can actually e…

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Freeing Yourself from Childhood Conditioning – with Peter Crone 14:38

12d ago14:38

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I stumbled across this clip from my conversation with Peter Crone and was struck by how clearly it captures something I now see in almost every client I work with. Peter explains how many of the beliefs driving our behaviour were formed in childhood — and how those unconscious stories keep us stuck in cycles of fear, overthinking, and self-doubt. T…

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Plant Medicine & Emotional Healing – Dr Jeff McNairy on Ayahuasca 1:07:11

19d ago1:07:11

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In 2015, I drank Ayahuasca abroad. It was a deeply transformational moment — but also an intense, terrifying one. Ayahuasca isn’t something to take lightly. It demands real care and respect. In this episode, I speak with Dr Jeff McNairy, Chief Medical Officer at Rythmia Life Advancement Center in Costa Rica — the world’s only medically licensed Aya…

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Why the World Isn’t What It Seems – Professor Donald Hoffman on Consciousness and Reality 10:52

22d ago10:52

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Don Hoffman is a cognitive scientist and author of The Case Against Reality. His central idea is bold: what we see isn’t reality — it’s a user interface. Evolution shaped us to survive, not to see the truth. If the world isn’t as it seems, what does that say about chasing status, possessions, or approval? What actually matters when what we perceive…

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UNFILTERED Truth On Seed Oils: Science-Based Gut Health Tools l Tim Spector, MD & Sarah Berry, PhD 2:12:25

24d ago2:12:25

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In this episode of the Better Brain Podcast, neurologists Drs. Daniel Rafie and Kevin Bickart sit down with two leading experts in nutrition science: Sarah Berry, lead nutritional scientist at Zoe, and Tim Spector, renowned epidemiologist, author, and co-founder of Zoe. We dive into the complex world of nutrition research, exploring: Why traditiona…

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The Art of Inner Alignment: Less Overthinking, More Flow 10:03

26d ago10:03

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Most people are stuck in their heads - overthinking, trying to do everything perfectly, beating themselves up - and then wondering why they’re exhausted. This solo episode is about what I call the art of inner alignment — the shift from overthinking to calm, grounded knowing. You’ll hear: Why burnout isn’t just too much work — it’s inner misalignme…

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The Awareness Quotient: Leadership as a Path of Growth 47:12

1M ago47:12

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In this episode, I speak with Brian Cunningham, a leadership expert with over 45 years of experience exploring consciousness, human potential, and what it really means to lead. We unpack Brian’s idea of the Awareness Quotient—a practical framework for understanding how we relate to ourselves, others, and the world around us. This is a conversation …

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Beyond the Voice in Your Head: A Conversation with Sam Harris 10:53

1M ago10:53

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In this bitesize episode, I speak to neuroscientist and Waking Up app creator Sam Harris about the real purpose of meditation — not just calming the mind, but seeing through the illusion that we are the mind. We talk about why people struggle with their thoughts, how we get tangled in them, and what it means to see thoughts for what they really are…

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Under the Noise: How Understanding Thought Changes Everything 41:27

1M ago41:27

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You Are Not Your Thoughts: A Conversation with Wyn Morgan - coach and speaker of the Three Principles Drawing from Wyn’s personal journey through chronic depression and insomnia, this episode dives into the nature of thought, consciousness, and emotional well-being. Wyn shares how he went from feeling like a “tortured soul” to discovering a profoun…

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The Lost Art of Rest: Why Slowing Down is Essential for True Resilience 12:40

1M ago12:40

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Rest is not a luxury — it's a biological and emotional necessity. But modern life has normalised exhaustion, which is why so many of us feel guilty when we slow down, and how chronic stress patterns keep us stuck in survival mode without even realising it. We also talk about: The link between rest, resilience and recovery Why true healing requires …

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The Merging of Science and Spirituality | Donald Hoffman & Rupert Spira 2:38:57

2M ago2:38:57

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In this episode, I sit down with Rupert Spira and Don Hoffman — two people at the leading edge of exploring consciousness and reality — to unpack some of the biggest questions we can ask. We talk about why space-time might not be fundamental, whether matter is even “real,” and how consciousness could be the ground of everything. This conversation e…

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Stop Undervaluing Your Work — Lessons on Self-Worth & Pricing with Dr John DeMartini 10:06

2M ago10:06

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If you’re someone who struggles to charge what you’re worth — this one’s for you. In this clip from our conversation, Dr John DeMartini shares powerful stories and strategies for shifting your mindset around pricing, delegation, and self-worth. He explains how your income often reflects how much you truly value yourself — and what to do if you know…

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Escape the Left Brain Trap: Finding Freedom from Overthinking | Chris Niebauer 2:06:26

2M ago2:06:26

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In his superb book No Self, No Problem: How Neuropsychology is catching up to Buddhism Chris Niebauer explains how the left side of the brain — brilliant at language and problem-solving — also creates constant mental chatter. It labels, judges, compares, and spins stories, including the biggest story of all — the idea of a solid identity or self-co…

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Caitlyn Jenner: Success Won’t Silence What’s Beneath 8:54

2M ago8:54

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Success is not synonymous with happiness and wellbeing. So many high performers reach the top of the proverbial Everest only to discover that it did not provide the lasting satisfaction that it seemed to promise. One such person is Caitlyn Jenner, who won gold in the Olympic decathlon in 1976. However, the issues that were bubbling away under the s…

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What If Everyone You Meet Is You? Bernardo Kastrup on Empathy, Identity and Consciousness 2:50:01

2M ago2:50:01

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Philosopher and consciousness researcher Bernardo Kastrup argues that reality isn’t made of matter — it’s made of mind. And that insight, if true, changes everything: how we relate to each other, how we handle grief, how we understand mental illness, and even how we live day to day. In this conversation, Simon and Bernardo explore what it means to …

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How You Do Anything Is How You Do Everything — with Ryan Holiday 7:57

2M ago7:57

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“How you do anything is how you do everything.” That’s the core of Ryan Holiday’s message in this bitesize episode. The bestselling author of The Obstacle is the Way shares why Stoicism — which he calls “the most practical of all philosophies” — is ultimately about action. Every moment is a chance to show up fully, to do our best, and to live in al…

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How to Find Time — with Jasmin Paris 10:52

2M ago10:52

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We’ve all said it — “there just aren’t enough hours in the day.” But Jasmin Paris proves otherwise. In 2019, she won the gruelling 268-mile Spine Race — not only becoming the first woman to win it, but beating the men’s course record by 12 hours. Alongside being an elite ultrarunner, Jasmin is a mum, a vet, and lives a full family life. She’s a bri…

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Healing Self-Abandonment & Becoming the Loving Adult You Never Had: Dr Margaret Paul 41:37

2M ago41:37

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Why do so many of us feel anxious, disconnected, or low — even when, on the surface, life looks fine? Psychologist and author Dr Margaret Paul believes the answer lies in self-abandonment — the subtle but powerful ways we disconnect from our feelings, judge ourselves, and hand responsibility for our emotional lives to others. In this episode, Simon…

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Why Thinking Isn’t Enough: Breath, Trauma & Healing with Dr Emma Seppälä 7:39

2M ago7:39

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Dr Emma Seppälä — psychologist, author of Sovereign, and faculty at Yale and Stanford — explains why you can’t think your way out of anxiety, and how the breath, body and nervous system hold the key to deep emotional healing. https://www.simonmundie.com/restore-balance-mini-course https://www.simonmundie.com/restore-balance-coaching My links: Book:…

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‘Consciously go into stressful situation – before they come to you’ Wim Hof 10:12

2M ago10:12

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‘I am the master of my stress mechanisms’ Wim Hof – aka the Iceman – says that our obsession with comfot comes at a great cost. What’s the answer? To go consciously into stressful situations, to change our relationship to it. https://www.simonmundie.com/restore-balance-mini-course https://www.simonmundie.com/restore-balance-coaching My links: Book:…

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“You Might Be Burnt Out — Even If You Don’t Realise It” - Dr Claire Ashley 50:18

3M ago50:18

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Burnout isn’t just a buzzword — it’s a creeping, physiological and psychological disconnection that’s become all too common in high-achieving cultures. And often, the people most affected are the ones least likely to see it. In this episode, I’m joined by Dr Clare Ashley — author of A Burnout Doctor and former NHS medic — who knows this terrain fro…

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Gut Health and Anxiety: Tim Spector 10:55

3M ago10:55

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Feeling anxious? One of the best ways to address anxiety can be through improving the health of your gut microbiome - which produces serotonin (think SSRI antidepressants) and GABA (think Valium). Improving gut health is something I am passionate about - and I’m delighted @tim.spector could join me on A New Way of Being https://www.simonmundie.com/…

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Prevent Dementia by Modifying THESE Risk Factors: Cut Dementia Risk by 50% 1:30:52

3M ago1:30:52

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Join Drs. Daniel Rafie and Kevin Bickart for an discussion dementia and the modifiable risk factors that could help prevent or ward off the diagnosis. The duo cover how dementia is diagnosed, what brain imaging demonstrates in dementia, and the most significant risk factors for developing dementia and how to address certain of these risk factors to…

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Flow Beyond Thought — with Danny Donachie 1:25:35

3M ago1:25:35

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“It’s not about being fully present in every moment, but how quickly you can come back.” I’m delighted to be joined by Danny Donachie — a coach, speaker and former athlete whose work bridges presence, self-inquiry, and performance. Danny has worked with top athletes and football clubs, but his path has also taken him deep into meditation, yoga, and…

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Beyond Self-Consciousness: The Difference Between Pain and Suffering - Peter Crone 9:23

3M ago9:23

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Have you ever considered the difference between pain and suffering? Pain is inevitable, but suffering doesn't have to be. It's psychological and caused by our propensity to get confused about our fundamental identity. We are NOT who we think we are. My guest is Peter Crone. If you're ready to transcend the thinking mind and uncover the flow state t…

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Stop Compartmentalising Your Health: A Holistic Approach with Dr. Erica Matluck 1:02:29

3M ago1:02:29

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Ever feel like your health is treated as a checklist of symptoms rather than a complete picture? In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Erica Matluck to explore what it really means to heal the whole person – body, mind, heart, and spirit. Dr. Matluck shares her Four Quadrants model of health and explains why true wellness means looking beyond the p…

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The Attention Epidemic: Reclaiming Focus in the Digital Distraction Age - Johann Hari 9:20

3M ago9:20

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Do you find it increasingly difficult to maintain your attention for extended periods? Whether it's reading a book, watching a film, or even engaging in conversation, the ability to focus seems to be slipping away. This phenomenon is one of the biggest challenges of our times, and there's no denying the significant impact of handheld digital device…

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From Surviving to Thriving: The Inner Game of Modern Life - Steve Magness 1:07:44

3M ago1:07:44

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I am delighted to welcome Steve Magness back to the show to discuss moving from survival mode to truly thriving. Modern life, with its relentless pressures and social media’s constant comparison trap, leaves many feeling isolated, inadequate, and unfulfilled. So what to do about it? Steve shares his thoughts on the ‘inner game’ - the art of intrins…

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Beyond Thought: Michael Pollan on Transcending the Ego 10:17

3M ago10:17

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Letting Go of the Ego. In this bitesize episode, we revisit a fascinating conversation with Michael Pollan, author of How to Change Your Mind and host of the Netflix series of the same name, about the transformative power of psychedelics and the profound experience of ego death. What happens when we realize we are not the mind, not the constant str…

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Nature, Awe and Ego Dissolution: Happiness Expert Dacher Keltner 8:52

3M ago8:52

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We tend to believe happiness is found when we accumulate money, success and status – but that’s actually wide of the mark. According to one of the pre-eminent happiness scientists in the world, real joy is found by tapping into the transformative power of Awe. My links: Book: https://www.simonmundie.com/book YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/YouTubeSimo…

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The Art of Active Relaxation: Sir John Kirwan 9:53

4M ago9:53

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Rates of burnout are soaring, and a reason for that is the huge volume of inputs we have. So what to do? Here with a few ideas is Sir John Kirwan – the All Black great who was knighted for services to mental health My links: Book: https://www.simonmundie.com/book YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/YouTubeSimonMundie Website: simonmundie.com Substack News…

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Four Steps to Flow 5:01

4M ago5:01

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Flow is a peak state when we perform at our best, and feel great too. While success is not synonymous with happiness, flow is. So, how do you get in flow? Here is a tried and tested four-step formula. My links: Book: https://www.simonmundie.com/book YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/YouTubeSimonMundie Website: simonmundie.com Substack Newsletter: https:…

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Why Average is Underrated: Konnie Huq 4:36

4M ago4:36

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"We are always striving for the top - but sometimes it's better to embrace being in the middle". Konnie Huq is a TV & Radio presenter, a screenwriter and a children's author, who holds the record for being the longest-serving presenter of the iconic British children's TV programme Blue Peter. The essence of what Konnie speaks about is that our cont…

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Handling Success and Setbacks: Jos Buttler 9:00

4M ago9:00

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"If you can meet with triumph and disaster, and treat those two imposters just the same..." As Rudyard Kipling was well aware, success and failure are relative. Neither change who we fundamentally are, and life goes on. One man who understands this is England cricket captain Jos Buttler, who led England to T20 World Cup success, and who recently st…

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Chasing Effortlessness: The transcendent experiences of elite performers 14:14

4M ago14:14

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It can be easy to think of flow in terms of performance but there is much more to it than that – not least that in flow our sense of self disappears and a deeper intelligence arises – some call it the 'intelligent unconscious'. The intelligence that is running 99.9% of the processes in your body right now without your interference – and that is the…

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How To Check Your Emotional Intelligence: Daniel Goleman and Danny Kerry 7:45

4M ago7:45

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Emotional intelligence has been shown to be a more powerful predicator of life satisfaction than IQ. But what is it? And how can you check your emotional intelligence at any given moment? Daniel Goleman is the author of the Bloomsbury best-seller Emotional Intelligence. Danny Kerry is the Olympic gold medal winning coach who came up with the follow…

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How To Skilfully Avoid Answering Uncomfortable Questions: Ros Atkins 5:09

4M ago5:09

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I have worked with some brilliant broadcasters who are masters at answering questions in such a way as to deftly move the conversation onto safe territory - even when it means not directly answering the question they were asked. This is a vital skill in live broadcasting, but it can be transferred to any other line of work or area of life. Ros Atki…

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Simple Tools to Manage Your Stress Today and the Resiliency Myth l Aditi Nerurkar, MD 1:03:17

4M ago1:03:17

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Join Drs. Daniel Rafie and Kevin Bickart for an important discussion on stress with Dr. Aditi Neurukar MD, MPH, a renowned Harvard-trained doctor specializing in stress, public speaker, and best-selling author. Check out her book: The 5 Resets, a reimagined approach to transform your stress and burnout for good. In this episode, Dr. Neurukar define…

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Aligning Your Life with Your Deepest Values: Dr John DeMartini 1:11:45

4M ago1:11:45

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Aligning your action with your intrinsic motivations. We are delighted to welcome back to the show renowned author, speaker, and researcher Dr. John Demartini to explore the fundamental importance of aligning your life with your deepest personal values. We discuss: The definition of values as what is most meaningful and motivating to an individual …

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Beyond Mindset: Why Your Body Needs to Feel Safe 9:49

4M ago9:49

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You can't just think your way out of stress and anxiety. Real change happens when the body feels safe. This bitesize episode is with Emma Seppala, a best-selling author, Yale lecturer, and international keynote speaker. A psychologist and research scientist by training, her expertise is the science of happiness, emotional intelligence, and social c…

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The Trauma of Burnout: Navigating the Modern Epidemic with Dr. Claire Plumbly 46:02

4M ago46:02

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Rates of burnout are soaring and it is crucial to know how to manage your nervous system before it manages you. Dr. Claire Plumbly is an expert in this area and she shares her insights on the different types of burnout, the importance of recognising the signs, and practical strategies for finding balance and post-burnout growth. This conversation i…

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How To Stop Overthinking And Get Out of Your Head 1:29:22

4M ago1:29:22

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Your energy follows your attention - so play with that. Most people are living in their heads, disconnected from their body. This leads to anxiety, stress and burnout. In this episode we discuss simple ways to reduce some of the energy from your head - by playing with your attention. My links: Book: https://www.simonmundie.com/book YouTube: https:/…

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The FIVE Essential Skills for Thriving in an Uncertain Career Landscape 27:55

4M ago27:55

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Modern careers are full of change, uncertainty, and opportunity, rather than following a linear path. Helen Tupper of 'Squiggly Careers' fame outlines the five key skills needed to thrive in this new world of work, including understanding your values, leveraging your strengths, building confidence, networking effectively, and exploring diverse care…

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Embracing life's dance: A conversation on chaos, calm, and the human condition with Shiv Sengupta 1:22:07

4M ago1:22:07

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'Nobody has a handle on this thing called life. Life is a dance you learn to engage with on a day to day basis'. Shiv Sengupta is an author and teacher who I discovered over on Substack. He has a really fascinating perspective on life, spirituality, and the human experience. As a young man Shiv had a transformative experience he had that led him to…

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Sir Andy Murray’s coach on The Way of the Tortoise 10:07

4M ago10:07

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Matt Little, former coach to Sir Andy Murray, shares lessons about The Way of the Tortoise. He explores the power of patience, consistency, and staying true to your values. This bitesize episode is all about enjoying the journey rather than rushing to the finish line. My links: Book: https://www.simonmundie.com/book YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/You…

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SEASON 2 FINALE: From Practice Frustration to Major Progress! 9:26

4M ago9:26

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Send us a text https://LisaSpector.com/Groundhog Register for the Masterclass. Free through Feb. 7. ⬆️ Welcome to the last episode of Season 2 of the Piano Ninja Tricks Podcast! 🎧✨ In this special episode, I’m taking you inside a YouTube Live Masterclass where we tackled one of the biggest struggles pianists face—feeling stuck in slow progress. If …

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Mastering the skill of breathing for resilience and wellbeing: David Jackson - PART 2 47:33

5M ago47:33

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Improving how you breath is probably the best way to get more energy, sleep better and enjoy a calm and resilient nervous system. I'm talking to David Jackson, Oxygen advantage Master Trainer and Breathwork coach extraordinaire. We’ve split this conversation in 2 as there’s quite a lot to take in, but it’s powerful stuff. In part 2 we explore the: …

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