4YourLife

Let me teach you how to fish!  I by that I mean, let me teach you how to become your own habit coach. Once you know how habits work you can apply the process to any aspect of your life. Let me give you some examples. This episode is comprised of 3 short examples. In each example you will see how habit science can be used to tackle any habit challenge. We hear from Annie who wants to be in con...

Ever wondered why some habits change when your environment does and others don’t? How does self-identify influence your habits?  Why are values important and what role does integrity and authenticity play? These and many more questions form the basis of this episode with Liam Hiney. Liam is a qualified psychotherapist and owner of the Connection Concept. Through his practice, Liam...

In this episode, we dive one of the most important drivers of habit transformation. That being THE TRIGGER. To be in control of your habits, you must know your triggers. It makes sense. To stoop the habit, prevent the craving! How do you prevent the craving? Destroy the trigger! Key Topics Covered Identifying Your Triggers Understand what cues set off your automatic habits - emotional, situational...

In this episode, I’m diving deep into the science behind breaking bad habits and building new, better ones. Whether you’re trying to eat healthier, sleep better or finally stick to that fitness routine, this episode has practical tips you can actually use. And its short, sharp and to the point! Listen up to discover how tiny changes add up to big results, why willpower alone isn’...

In this bite-sized episode, I’m going to tell you about one habit that will impact your whole day. We are all busy people trying to juggle lots of things every day.  You don’t have time to follow complex and mentally draining protocols to be healthier. So what’s the one simple thing you can do to make it easy?  Have a listen to this and you’ll find out! In this sh...

Dr. Catherine Bacus explores the complexities of obesity, highlighting the biological, environmental, and behavioural factors that influence weight. She discusses personalised treatment strategies, the role of medications in appetite control, and the importance of family support in long-term weight management. The conversation also addresses the challenges healthcare providers face in treating obe...

The Vital Role of Sleep in Health In this conversation, Chris shares his journey into sleep science, emphasising the importance of sleep for overall health and performance. He discusses common sleep issues, particularly sleep apnea and insomnia, and highlights the impact of sleep on various aspects of life, including mental health and weight management. The conversation also delves into circadian...

In 1997, David Hannan founded Kids in Motion, a business purpose built to help children, from all walks of life, gain confidence through movement. I met David almost 10 years ago when I enrolled my two kids at Kids in Motion. From their very first lesson, I knew that he and his team had built something really special. But David’s interest in this holistic approach began much earlier, and for more...

Dr. Kieran Whelan is a chiropractor known for his genuine and personalized approach to caring for his clients. In recent years Kieran has noticed a growing number of clients in the practice seeking relief from chronic pain conditions like migraines, chronic fatigue, and fibromyalgia.  What’s behind this worrying trend? Lifestyle, the daily mental grind?  It’s all too much and it’s all too fast. To...

Dr Qusai Hussain holds a Law Degree from India as well as a Doctorate in Forensic Psychology and he’s crossed paths with people from all walks of life from criminals and gangs to corporate high flyers, doctors and lawyers. Today Dr Q runs Cyberlink, an online metal health service provider. Cyberlink is pioneering the use of AI to optimally match patient with practitioner. It is Dr Q’s mission to m...

Facing a serious back injury at the age of just 16, Laura Hingston’s gymnastics career was over, and along with it, her dreams of going to Olympics. Or so she was told. But this didn’t stop her. Through the power of habit, goal setting, visualisation and the support of her “A Team”, Laura’s life took a different turn. Despite all of the challenges and obstacles along the way, she persevered along...

If most people know what they should be eating for health and vitality, why don’t they do it?  Why are diets hard to stick to and why don’t they work in the long term? If you’ve been listening to the 4Yourlife podcast – you know what I’m going to say. It’s all about habits.  So, stop beating yourself up for having no will power. Instead use that energy to change your habits. In this episode we tal...

Want to know how to truly master something – like how to become a concert pianist?  It takes determination, perseverance, and great habits. Just ask Rebecca Chambers. Accomplished concert pianist and 1996 Young Australian of the year. After spending 5 years in New York performing with the New York Symphony Orchestra, Rebeccas returned to Australia to be awarded Young Australian of the Year and You...

What is a habit?  How are habits formed? Why are they so hard to change?  Welcome to the first episode in the 4YourLife podcast series. In this episode you’ll find out a bit more about me and what you’ll get out of this series. I’ll also explain why creating good habits have become such an important part of my life and why, now as I grant you official ‘Habitarian’ status, they should be a part of...