Always Better than Yesterday with Ryan Hartley | A Podcast for Heart Centred Leaders

On episode 191 I am joined by Mike Maher, breathwork coach and host of one of the most popular breathwork channels on YouTube, Take a Deep Breath. After Mikes marriage ended in 2016, lost and curious, Mike spent a week with Wim Hof after hearing him on the Joe Rogan and Tangentially speaking podcasts. The Ice Man introduced Mike to Ice Baths, Climbing freezing cold mountains in only shorts and of...

People of loving service are rare. Leaders of loving service are even rarer - Justin Welby, Arch Bishop of Canterbury

This weekend we reached 100,000 downloads. Thank you for being here with us.  Please let me know your favourite episode by sending a DM to @alwaysbetterthanyesterdayuk Email podcast@abty.co.uk to start a conversation! Also a big thank you to our Interview Sessions sponsor Elevate Online Marketing.

Last week I shared an insight from Jonny Wilkinson, so it only fair I share an insight from the other candidate for greatest fly half of all time. At the age of 28, Dan Carter, was in his prime. He got injured in the training camp prior to the 2011 world cup which was based in his home country of New Zealand. Remembering the goal he set himself, instead of wallowing in self-pity, he focused on doi...

This month, our topic for ask me anything is leadership.  I am joined by Nathan Todd (www.instagram.com/therealnathantodd) If you have any unanswered questions please DM me www.instagram.com/alwaysbetterthanyesterdayuk or email podcast@abty.co.uk

On episode 190 I am joined by Craig White, consultant and founder of Men Without Masks. Craig is fascinated by Human Behaviour and Performance for over 25 years. During this time he has served as a High-Performance Mentor, an Elite Sports Coach, having coached at International Level in Professional Rugby Union, been a Life Coach, Yoga and Meditation Teacher, and a Business Owner. ​As a World Rugby...

To encourage your heart-centred leadership, here are some reflections on the difference between leading with love and leading with fear. I hope this reassures you that the world needs your heart and motivates you to want to bring more love to the world of leadership. 

Servant leadership. I believe there is no leadership without service. Here are 5 reflections from John C. Maxwell's book Developing the Leader Within You 2.0 that can nudge your servant leadership higher.  

Jonny Wilkinson has recently come out and said that when he was the best in the world, he was mentally unhealthy. Be careful who you put on a pedestal. Remember there is so much you are not aware of. Especially the consequences. So make sure you focus on your journey. Sure be inspired and learn a thing or two along the way. But add it to what works FOR YOU. Never sell your peace for prizes. 

This episode contains my reflections on the book of Ecclesiastes and why King Solomon was still depressed even though he had the best of every visible delight. 

On episode 189 I am joined by retired Royal Navy Commanding Officer and author Ryan Ramsey. Ryan was on active duty in the Submarine Service from 1991 until 2014. He served onboard four diesel submarines and six nuclear powered attack submarines. His leadership and teamwork has been tested in the most arduous of conditions during an operationally focused career (seventeen patrols, of which six wer...

My thoughts on courses, content and facilitating transformation. 

Your affirmation to meditate or moralise upon today is: I CREAT POSSIBILITY  Allow your subconscious to reveal the possibility you create.  This will give you a clue as to what your heartprint is.  Write it down. Send your notes to podcast@abty.co.uk and book in a call www.abty.co.uk/connect if you'd like to discuss heartpint and possibility on a deeper level.  Always love&nbsp...

I was the odd one out. The seemingly unwanted. I nearly had my last name changed to fit my step-dad and my siblings. Fortunately I didn't. It gave me the perfect opportunity to start shaping for my own family what it means to be a Hartley.  I hope this empowers you to continue to create your own identity. 

Liver King has captured my curiosity. You can check him out here and make your own mind up: www.instagram.com/liverking He shared some wisdom on the Diary of a CEO podcast which you can watch here: https://youtu.be/78_jmynAjLw Here's a one liner I took that I think is gold and something which I think we should all be reminded of in business, leadership and parenting.  Model it. Teach it. Prea...

On episode 188 I am joined by human and animal soul whisperer, Ginny Jablonski. Ginny was forced to retire from her career in international security due to health issues which were further compounded due to the prescription of opioids, which ultimately led to her second NDE where her brain forgot to tell her lungs to breathe. During this second NDE, Ginny was reminded that she has important work t...

Bradley Garrett said this on the Russell Brand Podcast - "if you don't emerge from the bunker, it is a tomb".  It was said in the context of the last few years. Here's my perspective on what it means for leaders. 

This is a short episode inspired by Callum Johns, (Graphic Vibes... not Marine Vibes as I mistakenly said!) https://graphicvibes.co.uk/ I don't hope good people like you and Callum have your dreams come true. I wish for greater blessings than you could ever imagine.  Given that Callum is about to go on board a super yacht, I throw in a few Moana references and metaphors... you're welcome&nbsp...

Betari's Box - a model for understanding conflict. You can read more about it here: https://www.mindtools.com/pages/article/newCS_82.htm I also refer to Power vs. Force by David R. Hawkins  If you want to see more love in the world, make sure you are bringing more love.  Your attitude affects you behaviour which in turn affect the attitude and behaviour of those around you. They become a...

Fear and faith both belief in an unseen future. Fear may keep us safe, but faith will leave us better. Faith is not naive. It is leadership. 

On episode 187 I am joined by Bethan Laker, director and owner of The Leisure Experts, founding member of the Always Better than Yesterday community and AKA The Blonde Biker. Bethan is a values driven leader in the swimming industry having held various management and business development positions. After leading and influencing the swimming industry in Ireland throughout the pandemic, she has foun...

Men need not fear heart centred leadership. Men connected to their heart brings out the best in their leadership. They become willing to serve and sacrifice when tethered to their purpose and values. Toxic male leadership come from an absence of heart and a lack of love. The world becomes a better and safer place with men who lead from their heart. Please help me continue to encourage good men wit...

This month the AMA topic is focused on purpose. I was joined by friends Heather Parady and Nathan Todd live as I answered questions from our community about purpose.  If you have any questions (which I am sure you will!) please email them to podcast@abty.co.uk Here are some of the questions I answer: Katerina: What does 'purpose' mean to you? How do you live with purpose? Is purpose the same...

Here are three questions for you to ponder today: 1. What is something you'd like to do this year? Don't hope for it. Plan it.  2. What did you do today that made you feel proud? Reflect on this. Do it more often.  3. If you could live in anything, what would you choose? Dare to dream a little. Use these conversations to build connection in the moment.  Be sure to share your respons...

Be sure to listen to ep 186 with Kate Leavell in full.  Also be sure to follow @thesumoguy on TikTok for more wisdom! Your need to be right will affect your ability to be relational. Your perspective may not be incorrect, but it may be incomplete. Suspend your need to be right and instead learn to ask better questions to gain better perspective. If you waste energy trying to reinforce your pe...