RAW CHATTER! Unfiltered Conversations on the Psychology of Addiction, Behaviour & High Performance

The Intention-Behaviour Gap: You Know What to Do - So Why Aren’t You Doing It? You’ve read the books. Listened to the podcasts. You know the habits that would help you feel, focus, and lead better… So why aren’t you following through? In this week's solos episode I'm digging into the intention-behaviour gap - that frustrating space between knowing what would help you thrive… and not doing...

In this solo episode I am hitting you with the truth! You can’t think your way out of patterns you acted your way into. Motivation doesn’t come from mental clarity - it comes from action. In this episode, I’m breaking down: ➡️ Why overthinking is keeping you sick, stuck, and exhausted ➡️ The trap of insight without change ➡️ Practical tools to get out of your head (especially if you disconnect fro...

In this episode I talk about that fact that most people have no idea how their brain, body, or nervous system actually work! They think: • Overthinking is just a personality trait • Self-sabotage means they're lazy • Repeating the same painful patterns is a failure of willpower It’s not. It’s wiring. In this episode, I’m breaking down: 👉 Why we default to worst-case scenarios 👉 How fear dres...

I'm joined by Lewis Sayes a Digital Marketing Specialist andBusiness Consultant where we talk about imposter syndrome and fear of being judged was 'a thing' but how listening to a talk at an event helped him let that go.   He shares how his degree has helped his confidence,creativity and ability to answer 'hard questions' on the spot with ease and why his well honed listening s...

In this episode Dr. Jeanne Reteif talks about her life long anxiety. We cover why her experience early on of being in a psychiatric ward after an attempted suicide put her off seeking professional help. She explains the symptoms she was just putting up with and then her first panic attack in detail. She shares her anger at getting a diagnosis of panic disorder and then the struggle of actually acc...

Why are we so scared of sounding rude? In this weeks' solo episode its a question I try to answer by looking at culture, social conditioning and the fear of both judgement and conflict. I delve into the costs both short term and long term in self-worth, integrity and authenticity. Understanding that you can be assertive and put in clear boundaries without being rude is important as is recognising...

In this episode I invite you to take an honest look at where your energy and focus is going when it comes to whole human health. Mental, physical, emotional and spiritual, as well as social and financial. Are you majoring in the minors? So many of us fall into putting off the boring and mundane daily habits that ACTUALLY will get us the looks and feeling of wellbeing we want, in favour of getting...

In this solo episode I talk about not feeling good enough, decision making and trusting yourself, why it feels so challenging for many of us and what we can do to get better at it. Self-trust isn’t something you're born with — it’s a skill you can learn and strengthen through consistent practiceI cover a number of reason why we feel with can't or don't trust ourselves or our ability to...

I'm joined by Audrey Zannese who shares her story and how Sophrology was the missing piece to helping her manage a diaganosis of MS (multiple sclerosis) We talk about what Sophrology is and how its a very common practice in France where Audrey is from. Here is the link to the free taster session Audrey runs every month: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/free-sophrology-taster-session-tickets-85098332...

I'm joined by Katie Page a reflexologist, author and so much more. She shares how a bout of adult chicken pox changed everything. Dealing with chronic fatigue as a result she was open to trying out all kinds of solutions and that when she discovered reflexolgy. Katie takes on a journey of life's ups and downs and how, despite being thrown curved balls, she went on a retreat that changed th...

In this solo episode I talk about what you say you want... Inspired by a recent experience at an in-person business coaching event that I think many of you will find interesting and hopefully helpful in your journey for health and wellness in all areas of life. I cover the truth and why you need to be ready to hear it before asking a question. I also talk about the body being the subconscious mind...

I’m joined by Ana Ruiz – Relationship Coach to women with Bi-polar disorder. She empowers women with bipolar to build and maintain a relationship where they feel understood, accepted and supported. We discuss what bi-polar is how it can show up and why Ana’s own definition (which is different to the medical profession’s) makes so much more sense to me and the why she is so passionate about helping...

I’m joined by Dave Hurley 'The Resistance Band Man'. We talk about how his fitness journey began as a kid and young adult with Karate. Then life, marriage and business get in the way and suddenly he realised he was normalising shoulder aches and pains, being less flexibility, feeling tired and heavier than he had ever been as an adult. We talk about how he got back into the gym then the sh...

In this podcast I'm joined by Vicki Hodges who is an Endometriosis Coach & Menstrual Health Advocate and Founder of Pausefully We delve deep into Endometriosis, (its not just a problem when you have a period!) what it is, how it can affect you, your quality of life and the challenges around getting the help you need. Vicki took years to get a diagnosis and is passionate about helping women...

In this solo episode of Raw Chatter , I dive deep into the psychology of habits—why we form them, why they stick, and why simply telling ourselves to "just stop" rarely leads to lasting change. Instead of quitting habits cold turkey, I explore how swapping them can lead to sustainable, long-term success. Whether you're trying to break a bad habit or build a new one, this episode will...

Have you ever asked yourself WHO am I? We all have at some point, but we don't tend to talk about very much, so, in this episode of Raw Chatter , I dive into why we fake it, how it impacts people with low self-worth, people-pleasers, and those who are neurodiverse, and why the need to belong and avoid rejection is wired into us. I talk about acting as if, visualisation, plus, I share practical...

In this solo episode I talk about what is NOT our to control and why we can feel stuck, less than, disappointed, frustrated, resentful and not enough when we do try to control other peoples thoughts, feelings and actions. I cover what we CAN control and I share the questions you need to get practiced at answering to think in a way that will help you live the life and have the health you say you wa...

Why is it so hard to change habits that harm us? 🤔 In this solo episode, I explore why we struggle to break free from behaviours we know are affecting our health and happiness. These habits started as coping mechanisms, providing what we needed at the time: ✅ To numb out ✅ Relieve stress ✅ Dampen discomfort ✅ Quash anxiety or fear But when we rely on them too often, they end up amplifying the...

In this solo episode I talk about the irony of how trying to be in control actually leaves us feeling MORE out of control over time! I cover the effects on the brain and its emotional centre, how restricting food will affect result in: ♦️More anxiety ♦️More fear ♦️More irritability ♦️More food and body obsession ♦️More critical and punishing inner voices ♦️More irrational thoughts The very opposit...

In this solo episode, I’m busting the myth that your body is out to sabotage you. 💡Spoiler alert: It’s NOT! Your body isn’t trying to ruin your plans or make you feel bad just for kicks—it’s actually on your side. ✨ Ignoring what your body needs? It will make sure you take notice. ✨ Giving yourself care isn’t selfish—it’s essential. ✨ You cannot hate yourself into happiness or loathe yourself...

In this episode I talk about the most common reasons we as humans feel anxious, irritable, depressed or unable to change even though we say we want to, are living a life that feels like we are just surviving and muddling through rather than enjoying life and thriving.   I talk about what ACE’s are and how that can affect the growing brain. I also cover ANT’s and what we can do re-write them in a w...

In this episode Miranda, a mental health activator and founder of the HEROES PROGRAMME and Ross talk about recovering from addiction, childhood trauma, addiction and more. Miranda is on a mission to change how we help people with mental health issues by education and inclusion We dive into Miranda and Ross's story of friendship, losses, making a difference and how we create identities that ser...

In the episode Mike Collins "Sugar Free Man" and I talk about the hidden reason behind sugar addiction and why following a diet and exercise programme on it's own is not going to get people the freedom they are looking for. Did you know sugar addiction is more than just willpower? It’s a brain and gut issue that could be keeping you stuck in unhealthy habits — without you even realising it. In thi...

In this solo episode I talk about why when we turn to food, drugs and other substances or behaviours that take over the central focus of daily we halt our development of skills for life at whatever age we were when we started. Skill is required - if you want to find freedom and maintain new behavioural habits, thoughts and feelings and let go of the things that are keeping you stuck in a repeating...

In this solo episode I talk about what is stopping you from making the changes in your life you say you want. "Change is hard" is a something I hear so often and I delve deeper into why we keep repeating that as a reason NOT to make changes that will improve our health and our wealth. I go into our human brain and its primary purpose plus what you CAN do start creating the life, health and wealth...