Alexis Fernandez-Preiksa - Neuroscientist and Mindset Coach
Do You F*cking Mind?
Mindset hacks for a badass life, hosted by cognitive neuroscientist Alexis Fernandez. On Mondays my episodes are a combo of neuroscience and psychology. I deep dive into everything from habit formation and how to live a carefree life, to friendships and heartbreak. And on Fridays we've got Head Noise - where I answer your questions! Email info@dyfmpod.com to submit your questions. Order your copy of my latest book How to Chase Change at https://bit.ly/44xwszR
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Alexis Fernandez-Preiksa - Neuroscientist and Mindset Coach
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Jul 9, 2026
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Episodes
296. How to beat the Sunday Scaries 30.01.2024 38:10
Do you feel like garbage by the time Sunday evening rolls around? Does the thought of starting on the "hamster wheel" of work on Monday raise your anxiety and dread? I wanna take you through what the Sunday Scaries are, why it happens and my 11 steps for overcoming it. LINKS: Join the DYFM Facebook Group https://bit.ly/dyfm-group . Follow @dyfmpodcast on IG Follow @alexispredez on IG Follow @li...
295. The Neuroscience of Antidepressants Pt 1. Drugs based around the monoamine hypothesis 28.01.2024 24:53
There’s a lot of talk about the monoamine hypothesis of Depression , which is the theory that a reduced level of serotonin, dopamine and norepinephrine in the central nervous system is what causes symptoms of depression, but is it the cause? In this episode we’ll find out what the evidence is, and what treatments work based on that hypothesis, and how they relate to the drugs that are currently on...
294. Heartache, Dating, Confidence and Owning Your Life with Sabrina Zohar 25.01.2024 47:19
Podcaster and content creator Sabrina Zohar has been doing the work! The host of Do The Work joins the pod to talk about setting boundaries, living with anxiety and anxious attachment, and taking ownership of your life. Oh and also how to tell if someone is TOO attached to their parents to prevent awkward moments like them walking in on you having sex like it’s no big deal…. Sabrina’s podcast Do T...
293. The Theory of Marginal Gains (and the secret to ACTUALLY achieving your goals) 23.01.2024 35:03
Do tasks seem insurmountable? Are you finding your goals just SO unachievable? You might be looking at goal setting and ACHIEVING in general in a way that is setting you up to fail. I wanna talk to you about the theory of marginal gains, how little achievements move you closer to your goals, and how to improve your life with these little bouts of moving the needle. LINKS: Listen to my episode wit...
292. The Neuroscience of Fasting for the Brain and its Neuroprotective Effects 21.01.2024 27:56
In this Brain Fact episode I'm diving into the impact of fasting on the brain, its benefits, and how fasting is being researched as a potential easing of symptoms for Parkinson’s patients. LINKS: Read more about Ketosis from the Cleveland Clinic https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/articles/24003-ketosis . Read about Autophagy from the Cleveland Clinic https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/articl...
291. BONUS Ask Me Anything with Revie Jane! 19.01.2024 18:52
We had a bit of time at the end of our record for the previous episode so I asked Revie some of the questions you submitted via the DYFM Pod Instagram page. We jump all over the shop and have a silly fun time, so come along for the ride! If you want to learn more about Revie's journey check out her website https://reviejane.com/ and follow her on Instagram @reviejane . LINKS: Follow @reviejane on...
290. Revie Jane on CPTSD, OCD and Living Her Life Out Loud 18.01.2024 1:01:34
In this episode we’re going to delve deep into the personal story of the wonderful and gorgeous Revie Jane. Revie is legend of a woman, mum, founder of activewear label Alitah State , partner and content creator. She also had a traumatic childhood where she was abandoned by both her parents, leading to her developing CPTSD and OCD. But she doesn't want her past to be an insurmountable weight that...
289: The Real Way to Become More Carefree 16.01.2024 30:09
Do you look at people who are carefree and sigh thinking "that'll never be me". In this episode I’m diving into how to become carefree – and why your love of being in control may be doing you a disservice. LINKS: Join the DYFM Facebook Group https://bit.ly/dyfm-group . Follow @dyfmpodcast on IG Follow @alexispredez on IG Follow @listnrentertainment on IG CREDITS Host : Alexis Fernandez ...
288. The Neuroscience of Sleep Cycles & the Benefits of Napping 14.01.2024 26:07
Alright beans I'm changing things up in the feed for the new year and I'm PUMPPPEDDD. My first brand new ep of 2024 is a solo brain fact, all about sleep cycles, REM, and whether or not napping is actually good for your brain. Going forward we're gunna have Brain Facts on Mondays, Usual episode topics on Wednesdays and I'm rebranding the Listener Question to be called Head Noise every Friday (alon...
287. Being Better: Do these 4 things for 30 days and watch your life change 13.01.2024 13:57
On my final episode of my Being Better Series I've got an activity for you/ For the next 30 days I’ve got four things I want you to try, like really commit to doing, and then see what happens in your life. Let me know in the Facebook group how you go – or if you end up doing it beyond the 30 days! LINKS: Hear my full episode ‘ 141. Do this for 30 days, and see what happens for you ’ at https://bit...
286. Being Better: Reframing how you see discipline is going to set you up for life 12.01.2024 11:00
Do you read the word 'Discipline' and go "ughhhh". Well my bean this episode is for you. I want you ton rethink how you see discipline, cause it may just be the ticket to getting the life you ACTUALLY want. LINKS: Hear my full episode ‘ 240. Why discipline is your ticket to the life you want ’ at https://bit.ly/dyfm-240 . Follow @dyfmpodcast on IG Follow @alexispredez on IG Join the DYFM Facebo...
285. Being Better: The science of sleep and how it's gunna change your 2024 11.01.2024 11:39
We're going deep on the science of Sleep, what stages of sleep are important and how much can it impact your mood, your memory, your and your overall well-being; Plus exploring some simple tips and habits to incorporate into your bed time routine for the best possible sleep. Also a disclaimer for parents and carers before this episode that obviously some of my tips might not work when you’re wakin...
284. Being Better: Boundaries vs Controlling Behaviour: How to tell the difference and thrive 10.01.2024 10:58
What’s the difference between a boundary and a controlling behaviour? Well my beans, this episode I’m taking you through the difference, as well as how to set boundaries for yourself in a healthy respectful way. PLUS I touch on how to tell when someone is using “boundaries” to actually be manipulative. LINKS: Dive deeper into purpose with my episode ‘ 233. Boundaries VS Controlling Behaviour AND h...
283. Being Better: Finding Your Purpose for 2024 09.01.2024 10:11
With the start of the new year it's the perfect time to talk about your purpose. If you're feeling a little bleh, listless or rudderless then you might need this purpose pep talk. I’m going to talk you through how to figure out what your purpose is, focusing on connection and finding what it is you reallllly want. LINKS: Dive deeper into purpose with my episode ‘ 17. Finding Your Purpose Pt 1 ’ a...
282. Being Better: Imposter Syndrome be GONE 08.01.2024 12:39
Does your imposter syndrome stop you from doing cool shit? Do you feel like you don’t deserve success when you get it? My beautiful bean you don’t have to live your life ruled by imposter syndrome. In episode 9 of my Being Better mini series let’s get into what it is, where it comes from and a tonne of tips on how to overcome it. LINKS: Listen to my episode ' 123. Imposter Syndrome Be Gone ' where...
281. Being Better: Ambition - What it is, how to get more of it, and why it'll change your life 07.01.2024 16:57
Episode 8 of Being Better and let's talk AMBITION my beans. What is it, how to increase it, and how to stop self-sabotaging your own goals. LINKS: Listen to my episode ' 124 Ambition – What is it and how to increase it ' where I go into a LOT more detail https://bit.ly/dyfm-124-ambition . Follow @alexispredez on IG Join the DYFM Facebook Group https://bit.ly/dyfm-group . Follow @listnrentertainm...
280. Being Better: How to form a habit that STICKS! 06.01.2024 11:33
It's episode 7 of being Better and let’s talk habits. Is the way you’re setting a habit actually setting yourself up to fail? Is there a better way to do it? You bet your arse there is. We’re going through how to set up a new habit so it actually sticks around, why you struggle to stick to your goals, and how to start your new year’s goals with a bit of extra oomph. LINKS: Listen to my episode ‘ H...
279. Being Better: Heartbreak 101 - Breakups, letdowns, and moving on 05.01.2024 13:13
Episode 6 of Being Better and I'm digging into heartbreak. I'm taking on some meaty questions like "What do you do when you mutually break up with someone and they instantly date their ex?", "How do you know when you should break up with someone" and "Should there be chemistry by the third date? I'm seeing someone who's a total catch on paper but there's zero flutter." Breakups SUCK but hopefully...
278. Being Better: Letting go of regret and moving on 04.01.2024 9:03
It’s episode 5 of Being Better and today we’re talking regrets; how to live with them, understanding their purpose, and having the courage to tell them (politely) to f*ck off. LINKS: Listen to my episode about regret " Missed Opportunities: Becomign OK with the shots you didn’t take " on your pod apps or this link https://bit.ly/dyfm-ep253 . . Follow @dyfmpodcast on IG Follow @alexispredez on IG ...
277. Being Better: How to keep a promise to yourself 03.01.2024 13:05
Welcome to episode 4 of Being Better and today we’re taking about honouring a commitment to yourself. Do you trust yourself enough to make promises you can keep? If you’ve ever broken a promise to yourself then this episode is for you. From learning how to trust yourself to knowing when to stop and when to pick up the pieces, I explain why keeping promises to yourself is one of the greatest forms...
276. Being Better: Soft Action, Bold Action and the secret to getting stuff done 02.01.2024 10:13
Do you procrastinate more than you commit to doing what you need to do to achieve your goals? It’s episode 3 of my Being Better series to get your 2024 started with a bang. In this ep we’re talking soft action vs bold action – and how knowing the difference between the two is the secret to getting shit done! As a teaser: Bold Action is the thing that is crucial to deliver results. Soft Action is a...
275. Being Better: Nailing Your New Year's Resolutions 01.01.2024 13:14
In episode 2 of my Being Better series we’re talking new years resolutions! What are they, how to make a good one, and why it feels so good to set a goal at this time of year (and how to make one that'll last). LINKS: Listen to my episode on New Year’s Resolutions for a more in depth pep talk https://bit.ly/dyfm-34-newyears . Follow @dyfmpodcast on IG Follow @alexispredez on IG Join the DYFM Fa...
274. Being Better: Understanding your hangover and how to reduce its impact 31.12.2023 10:30
Happy New Year BEANS! I want you to get your new year started right so for the next 14 days I’m bringing you bite sized pep talks and mindset tricks as part of my Being Better series. And cause it’s Jan 1 and I KNOW you're feeling a bit dusty today, let's kick off with wtf a hangover is, and how to minimise its effects. LINKS: Follow @dyfmpodcast on IG Follow @alexispredez on IG Join the DYFM F...
273. How to date like a bada$$ and love being single 28.12.2023 45:35
How do you feel empowered when you’re single? Dating doesn’t have to be a total shit show and I want to teach you how. Whether you just want to have fun being single or want to find your person, this episode will teach you how to feel confident in knowing what you want, go out on dates without feeling anxious and even feel empowered to meet your person! LINKS: Follow @dyfmpodcast on IG Follow @al...
272. A meditation for the chaos of Christmas 24.12.2023 12:43
Merry Christmas and happy holidays my beans. Today can be a hectic one, so I wanted to give you a present for being a listener this year. I’m taking you through a meditation offered normally as part of the DYFM+ program , but for free! If you want to check out more of my meditations, you can find them as part of DYFM+ https://bit.ly/dyfm-supercast . Thank you SO much for all your support this year...
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