Managing the Smart Mind

Send us Fan Mail Do you find it hard to find things to be grateful for in this crazy world?  I've got you.  In this special bonus edition of the podcast, I'll take you on a trip through your past year and help you find so many things to appreciate and be grateful for.  In less than 15 minutes, you'll feel recharged and filled with love and appreciation—not a bad deal.  Do NOT listen...

Send us Fan Mail Are you wondering whether it will ever be possible to combine not just two, not just three but many of your multiple interests? Then this Episode is for you! Joel Burchard, this week's fast-brained guest, is a doctoral student in psychology, a multi-instrumentalist record producer, author, painter, Army veteran, business leader, and host of the philosophy podcast "From N...

Send us Fan Mail Hey smart human, did you ever dream about what you wanted to be when you grew up? If, like me, you did, then you probably restricted yourself in what was possible for you. And I'm guessing didn't consider becoming a business & cultural anthropologist who has designed a connecting tool using the power of LEGO serious play... This is exactly the beauty of my guest on t...

Send us Fan Mail In this podcast episode, I look at overconsuming knowledge and its detrimental impact on our lives.  Because constantly seeking new information without taking the time to process and apply it can lead to overwhelm and a lack of focus.  In this digital age, we're blessed with an abundance of information at our fingertips. But, have you ever felt overwhelmed by the sheer volume...

Send us Fan Mail In this podcast episode, I dive into the topic of setting boundaries in relationships . You'll learn what they are (and that, contrary to what some people think, they are NOT universal).  Failing to recognize or establish boundaries can result in stress, anger, and even the dissolution of a relationship.  In this Episode you'll get practical advice on how to set and enfo...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I explore the significance of compromise in relationships and how it can bring about both power and joy. Contrary to popular belief compromise does NOT mean giving up power or settling for less. Instead, it can actually lead to win-win situations, where both parties feel satisfied and valued. Stop viewing compromises as deal breakers. Instead of seeing them as sac...

Send us Fan Mail In this podcast episode, fast-brained dating coach Laerke Nielsen and I delve into the myths around attraction and offer practical relationship strategies.  Laerke challenges the notion of instant attraction, and advocates instead for ‘slow dating’.  We look at the dangers of projecting our desires and expectations onto others and touch upon crucial topics like: recognizing red fl...

Send us Fan Mail In this podcast episode, Katherine McCord talks us through what it takes to foster inclusion, growth, and success within a company.  She debunks misconceptions about workplace accommodations and sheds light on their benefits and surprising affordability.  We talk about the importance of flexibility, curiosity, and trust when building a thriving team - and of being present and enga...

Send us Fan Mail In this podcast episode, I look at designing your future from a meta-perspective and challenge conventional wisdom around visualization techniques. The commonly suggested approach to visualize your ideal self often lacks emotional depth and may not be the best strategy for fast-brained humans like you for reasons I dive into in this episode. Instead of asking the question "Wh...

Send us Fan Mail I love meeting smart humans who are as interested in emotions as I am - so it was such a joy interviewing Ashley on emotional (and physical) well-being, AI, the start-up scene, living in Barcelona and much, much more.  Ashley is an experienced strategy and product leader who has delivered artificial intelligence products at companies such as Amazon and Facebook and helped shape te...

Send us Fan Mail Hey smart human! Have you ever dreamed of buying companies, improving and optimising them, and selling them again?   Then you’re going to love this interview with former Paperboy of the Year Adrian Knight. Adrian is an accomplished acquisition entrepreneur and business turnaround expert, dad to a beautiful three-year-old, and owner of a smart ADHD brain.  During our conversation,...

Send us Fan Mail I recently had the pleasure of interviewing Dan French, a multi-talented fast-brained human who has successfully combined careers in comedy, academia, and public speaking.  Dan is not your typical comedian. He has a brain that allows him to juggle multiple careers simultaneously. When boredom strikes, he turns to various creative and intellectual pursuits, effectively splitting hi...

Send us Fan Mail Hey smart humans, my inspiring smart guest on this Episode, Jay Aigner most definitely doesn’t stick to one thing! Jay's life is a whirlwind of activities. He credits his upbringing in a rural area, where boredom was not an option, for instilling in him a constant need to find something to do.  His hobbies range from flying planes, which helps him overcome his fear of heights...

Send us Fan Mail I have something very different from my usual offerings for you on this Episode. There’s lots to learn from today’s smart guest, for sure, but there’s also poetry and music to enjoy! And yes, I may be getting a little teary-eyed…  This Episode welcomes Mícheál Ó Súilleabháin, an Irish poet, musician, ethnomusicologist,  and many other things. This is exactly why I wanted to interv...

Send us Fan Mail I am so excited to share with you the inspiring journey of Francesca Busca, a former lawyer turned mosaic artist.  Francesca's story is a true testament to the power of aligning your life with your interests and passions. Francesca trained as a lawyer, but became instantly hooked on mosaic art after a visit to a Roman basilica in Italy.  She started creating and studying mosa...

Send us Fan Mail In this joy-full and enlightening interview, Swami Nityananda and I explore spirituality and personal growth for fast-brained humans.   There are so many gems in here that I can't even begin to summarise them - but here are six of Swami Nityananda's main teachings from our talk: 1. Embracing Joy Joy is not something external to us; it is an innate quality within every in...

Send us Fan Mail In this interview, Leah Elson and I explore a wide range of topics, including overcoming imposter syndrome, cultivating resilience, fostering community, and promoting gender equality in STEM fields.  She shares personal experiences, insights, and practical strategies throughout - and you will learn not only how she has managed to write and illustrate her first book, but also wheth...

Send us Fan Mail Do you constantly contaminate your time by multitasking?  Are you only able to be content when you feel productive?  Then tune in to this week's episode to learn how to uncouple your self-worth from your productivity, and design a much more fun, healthy, and energising life.  Want to be the first to hear about new episodes and other free content that will help you manage your...

Send us Fan Mail I am delighted to introduce to you, Perry Knoppert, aka Dr. Octopus Perry is pretty hard to pin down. He is an artist, he has worked in conventional industries. He's lived in China and Belgium. He's been homeless.  He has ADHD and dyslexia. But most importantly he has founded a community I think you'll enjoy and want to join: the Octopus movement, a global network o...

Send us Fan Mail Do you hate predictability with a vengeance?  Is your worst nightmare knowing what you're going to do three weeks in advance?  Do you refuse to be pinned down or hemmed in by commitments?  Then you may be suffering from the rebel-syndrome. In this Episode you'll learn how real autonomy and freedom are found - and no, it definitely doesn't reside in deciding in the m...

Send us Fan Mail Do you feel as if you've never got enough time?  Are you greedy for more?  Then listen to this Episode to learn what is actually the problem (spoiler alert: it isn't time) - and what to do about it.  Want to be the first to hear about new episodes and other free content that will help you manage your smart mind? Subscribe here .  Are you interested in working with me? Cl...

Send us Fan Mail Are you constantly running out of time? Do you feel as if there's never enough? Then this Episode will help you reframe your time mindset completely. You'll learn how to start spending time intentionally, and feel time rich instead of time poor. After listening to this Episode it will become a lot easier to 'spend' time on things that will give you a massive RO...

Send us Fan Mail Do other people complain that you're a bit 'too much' or 'too intense'? Have you made it a habit to hide who you really are? Then this podcast is a reminder that you are not responsible for the way other people feel. That you're doing a massive disservice to yourself if you try to make THEM feel OK rather then for YOU to be OK. Listen in to learn what...

Send us Fan Mail Do you think you KNOW what you should be doing to have a better life, but for some reason you cannot bring yourself to do it? Or that you feel that there's the most amazing tool or strategy out there that everyone is raving about, that doesn't seem to work for you at all? Then this Episode is for you! You'll learn why most mainstream tools don't work with your...

Send us Fan Mail You’re here because you want to change.  You know that you have so much potential and that your life can be better.  And a lot of coaching teaches you to => decide who you want to become => visualise it as often and as vividly as you can  => start acting ‘as-if’ and live into it => take action for it to become a reality Well, that is all very lovely in theory. But to m...