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
Psychology Fact: Reverse Psychology 30.09.2025 10:57
Psychology Fact of the week: Reverse Psychology. Join the DYFM Facebook Group Follow @doyoufkingmind on IG Follow @dyfmpodcast on TT Follow @alexisfernandezpreiksa on IG Follow @alexispredez on TT Follow @mindsetrecreationclub on IG Follow ...
443. “The Negotiation Hack That Will Change Your Whole Life - What is BATNA and how to use it effectively 28.09.2025 46:19
Beans! This episode is ALL about not selling yourself short and the concept of BATNA (Best Alternative to a Negotiated Agreement.) I give you tools to understand your value and options, empowering you to negotiate better in relationships, careers, and various life scenarios without feeling desperate or stuck. I give you prompts to help you strengthen your BATNA for improved decision-making and sel...
Self Love Mini Series Day 5: Independence - The Key to Increasing Self Love 25.09.2025 21:11
Welcome to Day 5 of my Self Love Mini Series, 5 days, 5 bite-sized episodes packed with research and practical tools to help you strengthen your relationship with yourself. Today we’re diving into independence. True self love grows when you can rely on yourself, make your own decisions and honour your needs without overdependence on others. Independence builds confidence, clarity, and a sense of i...
Self Love Mini Series Day 4: Self Efficacy Building Confidence and Capability 24.09.2025 21:33
Welcome to Day 4 of my Self Love Mini Series 5 days, 5 bite-sized episodes packed with research and practical tools to help you strengthen your relationship with yourself. Today we’re talking about self-efficacy. Self-efficacy is self love in action it’s your belief in your ability to handle challenges, follow through on your goals, and trust yourself to make things happen. When you strengthen sel...
Self Love Mini Series Day 3: Where to Find Self Love 23.09.2025 22:24
Welcome to Day 3 of my Self Love Mini Series, 5 days, 5 bite-sized episodes packed with research and practical tools to help you strengthen your relationship with yourself. Today we’re exploring where to find self love. Self love isn’t something you wait for it’s something you actively cultivate through daily practices, mindset shifts, and small acts of care and recognition for yourself. By knowin...
Self Love Mini Series Day 2: Self-Worth A Key Pillar of Self Love 22.09.2025 13:37
Welcome back to my Self Love Mini Series 5 days, 5 bite-sized episodes packed with research and practical tools to help you strengthen your relationship with yourself. Today we’re diving into self-worth one of the key pillars of self love. Self-worth is the deep belief that you are valuable, deserving and enough, no matter what you achieve or how others see you. Without it, confidence can feel sha...
Self Love Mini Series Day 1: The Quiet Confidence within Yourself. 21.09.2025 18:47
Welcome to my Self Love Mini Series 5 days, 5 bite-sized episodes that bring together years of research and lessons on building a stronger relationship with yourself. Today we’re talking about what self love really means. Spoiler: it has nothing to do with being “up yourself.” True self love is a quiet confidence within yourself the kind that’s steady, grounded, and free from ego. Grab your noteb...
Discipline will change your life. From chaos to clarity how discipline changes everything. (E) 18.09.2025 42:47
This encore episode is all about discipline & how it will change your life. Join the DYFM Facebook Group Follow @doyoufkingmind on IG Follow @dyfmpodcast on TT Follow @alexisfernandezpreiksa on IG Follow @alexispredez on TT Follow @mindsetrecreationclub o...
Brain Fact: Vertigo 16.09.2025 11:08
Brain Fact of the week: Vertigo Join the DYFM Facebook Group Follow @doyoufkingmind on IG Follow @dyfmpodcast on TT Follow @alexisfernandezpreiksa on IG Follow @alexispredez on TT Follow @mindsetrecreationclub on IG Follow @mindsetrecreationclub...
Growth Mindset vs Fixed Mindset - The Mental Shift That Will Change Your Life (E) 14.09.2025 52:15
Welcome to the episode of today. (the episode that will likely change your life) I have spoken about this SO many times but cannot believe this is the first time I have done a legit episode. This is a term that was brought forward by Carol Dweck. She has an amazing body of research around this topic so please check out all her work if you enjoy further reading! On this ep you will learn the dif...
Limerence Vs Love How Obsession is Getting in the Way of you Finding Love (E) 11.09.2025 41:23
Do you find that you fall heeadd over heels with someone on a first date? Or even BEFORE the first date? Do you watch Rom-Coms and think Oh MY GOD that’s what I need. My beautiful bean you are confusing love with limerence. I’m going to take you through what limerence is, how it differs from love, why romantic movies are selling you a LIE and finally – how to chill and calm your farm when you’re d...
Science Fact: Chronic Fatigue 09.09.2025 13:08
Science Fact of the week: Chronic Fatigue Join the DYFM Facebook Group Follow @doyoufkingmind on IG Follow @dyfmpodcast on TT Follow @alexisfernandezpreiksa on IG Follow @alexispredez on TT Follow @mindsetrecreationclub on IG Follow ...
Entering your UNBOTHERED and THRIVING era (E) 07.09.2025 35:07
It’s time to stop overthinking, stop people-pleasing, and finally enter your unbothered era . In this episode of Do You F **ing Mind?*, I break down how to detach from the opinions of others, build unshakable confidence, and create a life where you thrive instead of just survive. You’ll learn: The psychology behind why we care so much about what others think How to set boundaries without guilt or...
8 Steps to overcome burn out (E) 04.09.2025 58:12
What actually IS burnout and how can you get through it/over it. I’m going to take you through my 8 steps to overcome it and how to differentiate stress from burnout. Brain Fact: The impact of alcohol on sleep and it’s interaction with your neurochemistry when sleeping. Join the DYFM Facebook Group Follow @doyoufkingmind on IG Follow @...
Brain Fact: L-Theanine in Matcha 02.09.2025 15:31
Brain Fact of the week: L-theanine, it's benefits and why matcha is a source of this amino acid Join the DYFM Facebook Group Follow @doyoufkingmind on IG Follow @dyfmpodcast on TT Follow @alexisfernandezpreiksa on IG Follow @alexispredez on TT Follow @mindset...
The Science of Crying: Why a Tactical Cry (and Sad Music) Is Good for You 31.08.2025 40:39
Sometimes you just need a tactical cry, and science says that’s actually good for you. In this episode of Do You F **ing Mind?*, I break down the psychology and neuroscience behind why crying feels so relieving, and why putting on sad music can actually help your brain process emotions. You’ll learn: The neuroscience of emotional tears and how they regulate your nervous system Why a “tactical cry”...
The Psychology of Standards: Why You Keep Setting the Bar Too Low(E) 28.08.2025 36:25
Stop playing small. In this episode of Do You F **ing Mind?*, I break down why so many of us keep setting the bar too low; in relationships, in our careers, and in the standards we hold for ourselves. Using psychology and neuroscience, we explore: Why your brain tricks you into settling for less than you deserve How low standards slowly kill your confidence and self-worth The hidden link between f...
Science Fact: Why Milk is better at hydrating than water 26.08.2025 7:37
Science Fact of the week: Why Milk is better at hydrating than water. Join the DYFM Facebook Group Follow @doyoufkingmind on IG Follow @dyfmpodcast on TT Follow @alexisfernandezpreiksa on IG Follow @alexispredez on TT Follow @mindsetrecreationclub ...
How to REALLY stop caring about what people think of you (E) 24.08.2025 46:43
How do you stop caring about what people think of you? How can you let go of the things that keep you from living the life you want? This question is so crippling for so many of us, but there IS a simple solution. In this episode we’ll learn how to deal with these feelings in a way that don't consume you and stop you from going on with your life. I'll give you my 7 steps to overcome falling into t...
442. My partner thinks the world is ending & more (Headnoise) 21.08.2025 27:14
Beans it's Headnoise Friday! I answer your email questions about loneliness in high school, feeling burnt out and uninspired during the final months of university & taking control of one's life. If you would like to send in a question email please email: info@dyfmpod.com or if you would like to send in a Voice Message go to dyfmpod.com Join the DYFM Facebook Group Follow @doyoufki...
Science Fact: The Women Who Can Smell Parkinson's 19.08.2025 7:37
Science fact of the week: The Women Who Can Smell Parkinson's. Join the DYFM Facebook Group Follow @doyoufkingmind on IG Follow @dyfmpodcast on TT Follow @alexisfernandezpreiksa on IG Follow @alexispredez on TT Follow @mindsetrecreationclub on IG ...
441. The Neuroscience behind determination 17.08.2025 43:14
Today's episode is all about determination from a neuroscience and psychology perspective. I talk about the difference between motivation and determination and give you practical tools & strategies. Episodes mentioned with links: Episode 368 & Episode 370 . Brain Journal Link Join the DYFM Facebook Group Follow @doyoufkingmind on IG Follow @dyfmpodcast on TT Follow @ alexisfer...
440. When Setting a Boundary Makes You the Villain (Headnoise) 14.08.2025 34:58
It's Head Noise day! I answer your questions on setting boundaries, handling difficult friendships and dealing with family influence in relationships. How can you set a boundary without becoming the villain? What to do when your friend turns on you because you try and create a healthy boundary? How to deal with your partners family influencing your relationship and MORE. If you would like to send...
439. How to put someone in the past and leave them there for good 10.08.2025 29:36
Sometimes the healthiest thing you can do is let go. In this episode of Do You F **ing Mind? , I talk all about moving the f ck on from people who no longer deserve a place in your life. Whether it’s an ex who drains you, a toxic friend who keeps pulling you down, or a colleague who sabotages your confidence, you’ll learn how to recognize when it’s time to cut ties and how to actually do it withou...
438. 07.08.2025 36:31
In this Head Noise episode of Do You F **ing Mind?*, I answer your biggest questions on love, life, and everything in between. From navigating the ups and downs of modern relationships, to making life-changing decisions about whether or not to have children, to dealing with the messy reality of complicated friendships. In this ep: How to recognise red flags and build healthier relationships Things...
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