Sean Spooner
Life and Lessons by Sean Spooner
Learning out out and sharing ideas that make life a bit better. Joined by guests including Chris Williamson, Rory Sutherland, Johann Hair, Oliver Burkeman, and others. Follow me on Instagram: @spoonersean And on Twitter: @spoonersean Join my Newsletter Group: www.seanspooner.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Episodes
E166: Does Seeing Success Make You Feel Jealous or Inspired? 09.06.2023 26:10
On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I give you an update on the past week of my life (including a random Coldplay gig and running my first sub 1 hour 10K), I explain why I don't run with earphones, and I talk about why you should be inspired, and not jealous, when you see somebody doing better than you. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
E165: Progress is Slow – But There's No Alternative 02.06.2023 23:12
On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I explain why I'm leaning into a lack of excitement this year, I discuss why slow progress is the only meaningful option, and I talk about my new plan to take half days on Fridays. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
E164: Direction of Travel is Everything 26.05.2023 29:16
On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I explain where I've been for the past few weeks, give you an update on my running, discuss why a scratch on my car made me question happiness, and share why your direction of travel is life is so important. Donate to my Alzheimer's Society JustGiving for the Cardiff Half Marathon here: https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/spoonersean Hosted on Acast....
E163: Danny Buck on the Realities of Growing a £20m eCom Business 10.05.2023 49:49
Danny Buck is the founder of BrandBuildr, home to brands including Circulr, Honu and CRAFTD London, with annual revenues close to £20m. But it hasn't always been this way. Danny's 15-year story is one of twists and turns, with conflict, pressure, introspection and incredible upside all part of how he arrived where he is today. Over the next hour, you're going to learn how Danny went from effective...
E162: Decide Your Life Has Potential 05.05.2023 28:13
On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I tell you about the busiest week of my year so far, I give you another update on my running, and I talk about a message that changed the way I approach this content – and my life. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
E161: Always Pick Taking Action 28.04.2023 22:32
On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I tell the story of running my first ever 5K, I explain why the prospect of having no plans this year is exciting, and I discuss why having a tendency to prefer taking action will always leave you in a stronger position in life. 👋 Follow me: Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spoonersean Follow me on TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@spoonersea...
E160: The Future of This Podcast 21.04.2023 26:36
On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I talk about the future of this podcast, I give you an update on my swollen ankle, and I discuss why I'm focusing so much on how I wake up. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
E159: An Overdue Life Update 07.04.2023 35:10
On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I give you a long-overdue life update, discussing areas including this content, my attempt at running, and how I plan to overcome the challenges of this year. The time-boxing video I mentioned: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wljs9tfejUk 👋 Follow me: Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spoonersean Follow me on TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@s...
E158: Thomas Frank on What Productivity Actually Means 24.03.2023 54:24
On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, you’re going to hear a conversation I had with Thomas Frank. Thomas is an author and YouTuber, who has amassed over 2.8 million subscribers and 170,000,000 views on his productivity content. In the next hour, you’re going to learn: • Some of the key routines in Thomas’ day, and how they help him remain focused, productive, healthy and m...
E157: I Turn 30 in Exactly 1,000 Days 17.03.2023 23:16
On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I explain what running has so far taught me about life, and I share where my head is at now that it's less than 1,000 days until I turn 30. 👋 Follow me: Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spoonersean Follow me on TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@spoonerseanuk Follow me on Twitter: https://twitter.com/spoonersean Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/...
E156: David Robson on How Expectations Change Your Reality 10.03.2023 51:06
On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, you’re going to hear a conversation I had with David Robson. David is an award-winning science writer specialising in the extremes of the human brain, body and behaviour, and the author of the book The Expectation Effect. In the next hour, you’re going to learn: ● The true power of our expectations, and why mindsets are often the biggest factor in determ...
E155: The Power of External Accountability 03.03.2023 25:45
On this week’s episode of Life and Lessons, I explain how the power of external accountability has carried me through many of my toughest moments in life, and I talk about the epidemic of people quitting too soon. -- Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spoonersean Follow me on TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@spoonerseanuk Follow me on Twitter: https://twitter.com/spoonersean Hosted on Ac...
E154: Moshe Bar on the Unexpected Power of Mindwandering 24.02.2023 54:18
On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, you’re going to hear a conversation I had with Moshe Bar. Moshe is a neuroscientist, the former director of the Cognitive Neuroscience Lab at Harvard Medical School, and author of the book Mindwandering. In the next hour, you’re going to learn: → What Mindwandering is, and why our brains spend a massive 47% of our waking hours non-consciously thinking ab...
E153: Become a Professional at Life 17.02.2023 26:58
On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I make the case for why you should aim to become a professional at life. I also tell you about finally resolving the never-ending issue with my car, and discuss why you should have a staggered approach to dropping things out of your life. -- Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spoonersean Follow me on TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@spoon...
E152: Dr Meg Arroll on How Small Traumas Shape Your Life (And What To Do About Them) 10.02.2023 47:02
On this week’s episode of Life and Lessons, you’re going to hear a conversation I had with Dr Meg Arroll. Meg is a psychologist, scientist and author of the book Tiny Traumas. In the next hour, you’re going to learn: 1. What Tiny Traumas are and how they are shaping your life in this very moment 2. The key sources of Tiny Traums and how to uncover those impacting you 3. What we can do to begin to...
E151: Episode 150 Q&A: The Problem with Self-Help, My Life in 10 Years & more 05.02.2023 45:53
On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I answer your questions on topics including the problem with self-help, meeting my idols, why I produce content, where I see my life in ten years time, and more. -- Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spoonersean Follow me on TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@spoonerseanuk Follow me on Twitter: https://twitter.com/spoonersean Hosted on Acast. See...
E150: Floyd Woodrow on SAS Leadership Lessons for Life 27.01.2023 44:06
On this week’s episode of Life and Lessons, you’re going to hear a conversation I had with Floyd Woodrow. Floyd is a former member of the SAS, a leadership coach, and the author of the book The Warrior, the Strategist and You. In the next hour, you’re going to learn: 1. How Floyd became one of the youngest ever members of the SAS, and how he remained composed in difficult situations, despite recog...
E149: 5 Steps to Manage Your Energy and Get More Done 20.01.2023 28:07
✉️ Make sure that you're subscribed so you never miss an episode. Some huge guests are already confirmed for 2023 and you won't want to miss these conversations. On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I talk about why you should manage your energy rather than your time, I discuss how to recover after a bad week, and I encourage you to start again if you're already failed your New Year's resol...
E148: Paul Mort on How To Claw Your Life Back and Find Meaning 13.01.2023 1:09:25
✉️ Make sure that you're subscribed so you never miss an episode. Some huge guests are already confirmed for 2023 and you won't want to miss these conversations. On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, you're going to hear a conversation I had with Paul Mort. Paul is a coach who helps people lost, stuck and overwhelmed with their current life situations to get things back on track. He’s the au...
E147: Why I Missed My Targets in 2022 08.01.2023 27:36
On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I discuss why I missed so many of my targets last year, outline what I'm doing to avoid the same this year, and explain why you should set goals for 2023 – even if it is the middle of January. Full year planning video on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q3lgSFKLGDQ -- Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spoonersean/ Follow me on Tik...
E146: 8 Lessons From 2022 16.12.2022 39:16
This is the final episode of the podcast for 2022, so I wanted to reflect on the lessons I have learned this year. These are the eight lessons I have learned about myself, about life, and about the world around me over the past 12 months. The lessons are: 1. A year is a long time 2. Most achievements don’t feel like achievements 3. People’s actions aren’t a reflection of your self-worth 4. Solitud...
E145: These Two Questions Will Change Your Life 02.12.2022 31:50
On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I explain where I've been for the last few weeks, I share one goal I know I'm going to have in 2023, and I uncover two questions which you can ask yourself to remove almost any area of discomfort you have in life. Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spoonersean/ Follow me on TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@spoonerseanuk Follow me on Twitter: ht...
E144: Change The Way You See Yourself 11.11.2022 23:30
Join my free Sunday newsletter – Lessons Just Learned: https://seanspooner.substack.com/ On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I explain why you should focus on the fundamentals of your life, and I discuss the importance of changing the way you see yourself and your achievements. Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spoonersean/ Follow me on TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@spoonerse...
E143: Answering Questions on Blue Tick DM Slides and Making The Most of Your Time 04.11.2022 30:07
Be the first to join my new Substack Newsletter: https://seanspooner.substack.com/ On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I answer your questions as I try to overcome a cold. Also sidenote: Something went wrong with the video footage, no YouTube episode this week – sorry! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
E142: Am I Living My Dream? 30.10.2022 18:54
On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I tell you all about my busy week in London, I try to fumble my way through this episode with a cold, and I tell you about the moment that I realised that I'm probably living my dream. -- Sean Spooner Twitter: https://twitter.com/spoonersean Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spoonersean/ Life and Lessons Podcast Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/...
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