Growth Mindset Psychology: The Science of Self-Improvement

Positive Psychology applied to the shortness of life. A masterclass episode on living wider and deeper with psychologist and author Jodi Wellman. We cover: The walking dead vs astonishingly alive Overcoming habits and autopilot living Regret avoidance and controlling your life Useful positivity vs toxic positivity As they say "Get busy living, or get busy dying". Jodi has a morbid fascination with...

Addiction as a mindset pathway -battle for mental freedom. We delve into the hidden snares of addiction that capture our thoughts and dictate our actions. We learn: What is an addiction How our fears control us How default behaviours become amplified Understanding the hidden costs Reclaiming our potential Join us as we explore the journey from being ensnared by addiction to achieving mental libera...

How backup plans sabotage our success and learning to take calculated risks. What can we learn from the psychology of an incredible military tactic? How can we shape our behaviours and motivations to increase our chances of success? What happens in our minds when we remove Plan B? Matt Higgins is the author of "Burn the Boats" and has the story and success to back it. After growing up in poverty l...

Explore beyond the edges of your thought patterns and default mind traps. Learn where the line between boring and daring is, without going so far into pure crazy. An adventurous episode today exploring: The dimensionality of existence Zen answers to observing our own behaviours Entropy and chaos Challenging thinking patterns Gravity applied to thoughts What makes life interesting If you have your...

The psychology of positive energy and influencing the world with warmth and kindness. Dr Harry Cohen is a psychologist and author of "Be the Sun, Not the Salt". A book about the Heliotropic effect applied to human behaviour, and how we can attract and uplift others through our energy and kindness. We cover: What is the Heliotropic effect The fallacy of good ideas without action Taking responsibili...

Avoid mental masturbation, curate an information diet that works, and learn tried and tested strategies to build resilience, positivity and a Growth mindset. Topics: The flaws of most 'self-improvement' content Reality vs ideal Advice without action Strategies that consistently change people's lives The world is full of knowledge of what to do and people not doing it. It is also full of people tel...

Cultivate emotional wisdom with the bestselling author of Emotional Intelligence for Dummies. Steven J. Stien has worked with the FBI, American Express and even reality TV show Big Brother. Emotional Intelligence (EQ) is so important that his lessons are useful for anyone. We explore: Diagnosing your EQ How to build EQ The biggest traits of success in the FBI, air force, army and navy The psycholo...

A fresh look at what it means to be wise - beyond age and experience. Sam challenges and expands upon traditional views of wisdom, to redefine wisdom to be more useful and true. By examining how wisdom influences our life decisions and embracing a broader definition of wisdom, we invite listeners to reconsider their perceptions of wisdom. Personal wisdom begins with acknowledging that wisdom is no...

How massive trauma and facing life's fragile nature can lead to people to be truly alive. Near-death experiences can build a positive psychology and the tools for a growth mindset. With my guest Talia Lazarus, we explore the essence of the Phoenix Phenomenon and rising from the ashes renewed. We share stories of resilience, the science behind post-traumatic growth, and practical strategies for lev...

How to take action and get things done. A simple strategy to find clarity on what is important: Being busy vs being productive Eliminate distractions Become accountable to your own priorities Stop being controlled by deadlines No more getting bogged down in being busy, without meaningful progress. Cut through all the productivity advice and get to the heart of doing the thing you need to do. Nothi...

Find a compatible partner for long-term happiness. Choosing the right partner is important. We cover everything you need to know: 🙌 Increase the quality of potential partners 🙈 Avoid common dating mistakes ☠️ Early signs of toxic partners 😵‍💫 Unlearn relationship myths 🗺️ Optimal search theory The episode is about the art and science of attracting and choosing the right partner. Discover 12 tr...

The essentials of improving self-worth for better relationships and the practices for self-love that pave the way to finding and keeping love. Jonathon Aslay is known as America's leading mid-life relationships coach and is the author of "What the Heck is Self-Love Anyway?" Jonathon sheds light on the importance of self-reflection in dating and how to become someone of worth to others. Learn: the...

Learn how to battle intrusive thoughts and create more peace in your mind and in your relationships. We cover the natural thinking pathways that lead to catastrophizing behaviours and how they become overused. We can then address how to start building healthier behaviours that reduce and calm our worries instead of amplifying them. This is an incredible game-changer for relationships as well as he...

Conversation drives the mechanics of love and connection. We talk with Topaz Adizes, the brilliant mind behind '12 Questions for Love' to increase the quality of our conversations. We explore the methodology behind asking the right questions to foster deeper intimacy and understanding in relationships. Topaz Azides is an Emmy award-winning film director, experience designer, and founder of Skin De...

What makes you... you? How much of that can you decide? These are the big questions we tackle in this short Life Lesson bonus episode for some ideas to percolate over the weekend and take forward with us. From the attachment styles we learnt as children to our accents and even how we think about learning. These are all behaviours that are up to us if we choose to be pro-active about how we show up...

We clear the complex waters of setting healthy boundaries in relationships, a masterclass designed to empower you with the tools for understanding and creating boundaries that foster freedom and respect. Join us as we navigate the nuances of recognizing and avoiding porous or rigid boundaries and understand the impact of weak boundaries on personal well-being. We explore strategies for balancing p...

We explore the profound impact of attachment theory on relationship dynamics, focusing on overcoming fears of intimacy linked to avoidant attachment and the influence of childhood experiences on adult attachment styles. Discover practical tips for anxious attachers seeking relationship harmony and learn how creating a secure base in relationships encourages growth and exploration. Whether you're d...

Join us on a journey through the labyrinth of love and the 15 keys to crafting harmony in romance and life. This episode tackles the subtle nuances that make or break relationships, including the importance of open communication, respecting privacy, and the art of compromise. Discover how to strike the perfect balance between giving and receiving, the significance of shared values, and the critica...

Explore the dynamic interplay between solitude and connection in our latest episode on the Loneliness Paradox. This episode provides insights into overcoming the fear of loneliness, and creating a more peaceful self-assured independence and self-awareness to foster stronger emotional intimacy. Through discussions on the psychology of understanding love and the benefits of independence in love, we...

Explore the heart's invisible forces by understanding the biology behind love in our latest episode, where we decode the science of love through the lens of psychology and self-improvement. Learn about the hormonal effects on romantic behaviors, the significance of attachment hormones in humans, and how understanding the neurochemistry of love can lead to better decision-making in love. We'll disc...

We conclude the season reflecting on the most powerful lessons of stoicism and how to incorporate them into our lives to make lasting changes and improvements. We embark on a journey through Stoic wisdom for handling life's uncertainties and the Stoic approach to facing fears and anxieties. Uncover how Stoic practices for modern life challenges can transform your approach to daily obstacles, foste...

We delve deep into stoicism and psychological strategies to empower your present self, aligning it seamlessly with your future goals. Discover the importance of living authentically, where your actions resonate louder than words. This journey through mindset transformation offers practical steps to build authority, embrace reality-based personal growth, and understand the dynamics of past versus p...

Dive deep into the science of mental toughness by exploring the four critical elements - Control, Commitment, Challenge, and Confidence. Understand how to build social confidence, develop emotional control techniques, and enhance life control through practical psychological methods. We delve into historical examples of mental toughness and how to build grit, inner strength and mind control in the...

We explore 16 paradoxes that challenge conventional wisdom, from the Freedom Paradox to the Happiness Paradox. Discover how understanding these contradictions can offer profound insights into personal growth and the human psyche. Whether it's the Intelligence Paradox that reveals knowledge's limitations or the Persuasion Paradox that underscores the power of listening, each paradox provides a uniq...

Explore the timeless lessons from the Enchiridion, a manual for living by Epictetus Uncover how ancient Stoic principles provide practical guidance for today's challenges, offering insights into personal development and psychological resilience. Learn to apply Epictetus's teachings to cultivate a resilient mindset, manage stress, and transform obstacles into opportunities for growth. This episode...