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A complex emotion, awe can be positive or negative and present when we experience something ‘vast’ that changes a part of our understanding of the world. Join Henry Bretz and I on ABCNQ as we discuss the science of awe

Endurance Al Jefferson has just won Race Across America in the incredible time of 10 days and 15 minutes. Listen to his recount of the highs and lows of the race. I then joined the conversation to discuss the performance-enhancing effects of journaling your progress.

This is from the Audiobook, The Elite . Ch3 - Success on Autopilot is one of the most popular chapters (after Embrace the Suck!) If you'd like to purchase the full audiobook, visit my website - just choose carefully as there is both an ebook and audiobook version!

Whether you’re adjusting to a major life change, managing everyday living, or working towards a personal milestone, journaling is a simple activity with high returns. Join Henry Bretz and I on ABCNQ as we discuss the science of journaling.

The adage is that money can’t buy you happiness – but is that actually true? It turns out the science behind what brings you happiness is the key to this question. Join Henry Bretz and I on ABCNQ as we discuss the relationship between money and our emotions.

Psychology has long known that the way you think matters! But do you know your dominant thinking style, and how is it affecting your life? Join Henry Bretz and I on ABCNQ as we discuss the psychology of how you think. 

Ahead of The Festival of Stories, Jayne Arlett and I enjoyed a conversation with Ray Dickson on ABC Breakfast. What do you need to consider for business success and how can you develop a high performance mindset?

You probably don’t need to read the science to know that music is a great strategy to change and improve your mood! Join Henry Bretz and I on ABCNQ as we discuss the psychology of music on mood.

A significant part of being a successful leader is being able to motivate others to action and common goals. When done right, you build trust, respect, and rapport and eventually bring others towards your goals. But what happens when it goes wrong? How can you tell the difference between manipulation and influence? And what can you do if it’s happening to you? Join Henry Bretz and I on ABCNQ just...

We know that our emotions are strongly tied to our beliefs and hopes. What then does it mean when someone or something we support experiences success or disappointment? To find out join Henry Bretz and I on ABCNQ just after the 9:30 am news.

With 26 years working within the NRL I sat down and spoke with Ray Thompson from the NQ Cowboys to discuss what being a Mental Skills Coach involves.

A curious observation is the first step in the decision-making process. So what then is the curious observer thinking, and how can we use it to better our lives? Join Henry Bretz and I on ABCNQ as we discuss getting to know the curious observer.

Living in a world designed for right-handed people forces lefties to come up with creative solutions. With an estimated 11% of the population being left-handed its interesting to review the research on brain hemispheres, decision making, sports and how emotions are organised. Join Henry Bretz and I on ABCNQ as we discuss life as a left-hander!

Life is too short for bad coffee and books you don’t love! When reading books for personal development it can be challenging to take the lightbulb moments and translate them into ongoing wisdom. Join Henry Bretz and I on ABCNQ as we discuss some rules to follow when wanting to retain more information.

Whether your porridge is too hot or too cold may offer you a lesson in better understanding motivation. Join Henry Bretz and I on ABCNQ as we discuss maximising motivation by setting the target that is ‘just right'.

We’ve all felt it; that sense that something is missing, though we can’t quite say what. Particularly through covid times, boredom has become the new stress. So what is boredom? How does it impact our wellbeing? And how can you use boredom to unlock creativity and productivity? Join Henry Bretz and I on ABCNQ as we discuss the psychology of boredom.

Travel and adventure can be the perfect combination when it comes to mental health. With the world opening up, what can we learn about the effects of travel on the brain? Join Henry Bretz and I on ABCNQ as we discuss the psychology of travel.

Weekends are great but they never seem long enough! With three long weekends on the horizon, what is the research that suggests longer weekends are a good way to boost our health, productivity and motivation? Join Henry Bretz and I on ABCNQ as we discuss the benefits of work flexibility.

Did you know that after you learn something new, your brain is never the same again? Whether you’re mastering Instagram reels, learning how to strip an engine, or trying to change your running technique – your brain is in a constant state of change. Join Henry Bretz and I on ABCNQ as we discuss the benefits of the active mind.

What did you think when you heard of Ash Barty’s immediate retirement? How do we know when we are ready to stop doing what we love? Join Henry Bretz and I on ABCNQ as we discuss the psychology of retirement.

Are there more wheels or doors in the world, and why do we care? How does curiosity help us to survive, boost our achievement, and improve our healthcare? Join Henry Bretz and I as we discuss the psychology of the curious mind.

News consumption skyrocketed at the start of the pandemic, but for many, it’s led to fatigue or anxiety. Where do you draw the line while staying informed?  Join Henry Bretz and I as we discuss the impact of negative world events and what you can do about it.

1 year, 12 months, 365/6 days, 8760 hours, 525600 minutes. Every person on the planet is gifted the same time, it's how we use it that counts. This week join Henry Bretz and I as we discuss the mysteries and strategies for time. The bad news is time flies. The good news is that you are the pilot! - Michael Alshuler.

With many sporting competitions about to commence, parents often want to know how they can best support their teen - without getting in the way. Join Ashley Sartor and I as we discuss the challenges for sporting parents and strategies to navigate this sometimes tricky terrain.

Argued as a strategy to fight burnout, boost morning focus time, and increase overlap time among its global workforces. Join Henry Bretz and I as we discuss the psychological effects of a shorter working week.