The Struggle

In this episode, I discuss our histories in relation to our perception and emotions, how little control we have over who we become, how influential and meaningful everything we do is and how our behaviours and actions changes who we are. Sponsor Sign up for The Struggle Newsletter here - https://gregorthomson.com Watch The Struggle YouTube - https://youtube.com/@GregorSThomson?si=wTfFwPVYKhJxKAsD...

In this episode, I discuss love & relationships, how to know if your partner is the one, my new definition of love and the real reason we love romantic movies. Sponsor Sign up for The Struggle Newsletter here - https://gregorthomson.com Watch The Struggle YouTube - https://youtube.com/@GregorSThomson?si=wTfFwPVYKhJxKAsD Get In Touch Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/gregorsthomson/ Tiktok...

In this episode, I discuss the difference between fundamental and objective truths, how to apply stories to make your life better and why certain stories resonate with you and others do not. Sponsor Sign up for The Struggle Newsletter here - https://gregorthomson.com Watch The Struggle YouTube - https://youtube.com/@GregorSThomson?si=wTfFwPVYKhJxKAsD Get In Touch Instagram - https://www.instagram....

In this episode, I discuss why many stories, symbols and myths stand the test of time, why we should take them seriously, what we can learn from the phoenix and the importance of sacrifice. Sponsor Sign up for The Struggle Newsletter here - https://gregorthomson.com Watch The Struggle YouTube - https://youtube.com/@GregorSThomson?si=wTfFwPVYKhJxKAsD Get In Touch Instagram - https://www.instagram.c...

In this episode, I translate the Christian Lord’s Prayer for atheists, extrapolating the wisdom within it and how we all can apply it to our lives, whether you believe in God or not. Sponsor Sign up for The Struggle Newsletter here - https://gregorthomson.com Watch The Struggle YouTube - https://youtube.com/@GregorSThomson?si=wTfFwPVYKhJxKAsD Get In Touch Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/greg...

In this episode, I discuss the profundity of religious stories, how to find meaning in religious stories without believing them to be true and why religious people are happier than non-religious people. References https://warwick.ac.uk/newsandevents/pressreleases/reading_the_past https://www.pewresearch.org/short-reads/2019/01/31/are-religious-people-happier-healthier-our-new-global-study-explores...

In this episode, I discuss the importance of having limitations, why everyone should not get everything they want, why disasters can bring positivity and how to view the suffering that you will endure. References https://www.bbc.co.uk/history/ww2peopleswar/stories/57/a7933557.shtml https://www.theatlantic.com/politics/archive/2015/09/hurricane-katrinas-lesson-in-civics/402961/ Sponsor Sign up for...

In this episode, I discuss the story of The Hobbit, the lessons we can learn from Bilbo Baggins’ story, why we gravitate towards the hero’s journey and how to identity the dragon that you should slay. Sponsor Sign up for The Struggle Newsletter here - https://gregorthomson.com Watch The Struggle YouTube - https://youtube.com/@GregorSThomson?si=wTfFwPVYKhJxKAsD Get In Touch Instagram - https://www....

In this episode, I discuss the benefits of The Struggle with regards to navigating change & uncertainty, why you should embrace change rather than protect against it, why longing for retiring leads to an unfulfilled life and why you shouldn’t know what’s next. Sponsor Sign up for The Struggle Newsletter here - https://gregorthomson.com Watch The Struggle YouTube - https://youtube.com/@GregorST...

In this episode, I discuss taking responsibility, that we’re only taught how to take responsibility at a surface level, why you should take responsibility for what you’re not doing and how taking responsibility gives you more power. Sponsor Sign up for The Struggle Newsletter here - https://gregorthomson.com Watch The Struggle YouTube - https://youtube.com/@GregorSThomson?si=wTfFwPVYKhJxKAsD Get I...

This is a special one as it’s the first of many guest episodes in which I’ll be speaking with all sorts of interesting people who have struggled to accomplish or achieve something meaningful. Basically anyone who has struggled and overcome the hardships and suffering of life, I want to speak to. So for the first guest episode, I spoke with Dominic O’Mara who has started an ethical social media com...

In this episode, I discuss the story of why Taylor Swift has re-recorded her previous work, the longevity of her career, her willingness to showcase her vulnerabilities in order to be relatable and why changing her identity, musical style frequently is a wise move and the lessons we can learn from this global music superstar. References https://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/music/news/t...

In this episode, I discuss how Steve Jobs used the failure of being fired from Apple to grow two innovative companies, how he learned from his setbacks to create revolutionary technology and the two lessons we can learn from Jobs’ failure and his leadership style. Sponsor Sign up for The Struggle Newsletter here - https://gregorthomson.com Watch The Struggle YouTube - https://youtube.com/@GregorST...

In this episode, I discuss the origin story of one of the greatest basketball players of all time Michael Jordan, the relationship between failure and success and how to view failure in order to accomplish your goals. Sponsor Sign up for The Struggle Newsletter here - https://gregorthomson.com Watch The Struggle YouTube - https://youtu.be/vAkh35tufsI?si=dLKm95J53T6pqopO Get In Touch Instagram - ht...

In this episode, I discuss the next two Noble Truths of Buddhism and how they relate to The Struggle, why balance is the key to fulfilment and the eight categories of life you should concentrate on according to Buddhism. Sponsor Sign up for The Struggle Newsletter here - https://gregorthomson.com Watch The Struggle YouTube - https://youtube.com/@GregorSThomson?si=Lc__eT_VGfvL6f3b Get In Touch Inst...

In this episode, I discuss the story of the Buddha and the first two Noble Truths of Buddhism and how they relate to The Struggle. Sponsor Sign up for The Struggle Newsletter here - https://gregorthomson.com Get In Touch Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/gregorsthomson/ Tiktok -https://www.tiktok.com/@gregor.s.thomson?_t=8ioMNLUnA25&_r=1 Email - gtmediauk@gmail.com Music Conal Mooney - htt...

For this episode, I explore the story of Christ, the morals and symbols within it and the lessons we can learn from Christ’s struggle. Sponsor Sign up for The Struggle Newsletter here - https://gregorthomson.com Get In Touch Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/gregorsthomson/ Tiktok -https://www.tiktok.com/@gregor.s.thomson?_t=8ioMNLUnA25&_r=1 Email - gtmediauk@gmail.com Music Conal Mooney -...

In this episode, I discuss how to use delayed gratification to achieve more and why discipline and hard work leads to freedom. Sponsor Sign up for The Struggle Newsletter here - https://gregorthomson.com Get In Touch Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/gregorsthomson/ Tiktok -https://www.tiktok.com/@gregor.s.thomson?_t=8ioMNLUnA25&_r=1 Email - gtmediauk@gmail.com Music Conal Mooney - https:/...

In this episode, I define the words ‘productive’ & ‘goal’ and provide three things you should consider so you can set productive goals. Sponsor Sign up for The Struggle Newsletter here - https://gregorthomson.com Get In Touch Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/gregorsthomson/ Tiktok -https://www.tiktok.com/@gregor.s.thomson?_t=8ioMNLUnA25&_r=1 Email - gtmediauk@gmail.com Music Conal Moo...

In this episode I discuss the dangers of mediocrity, the benefits of hitting rock bottom and why you should work harder now to improve your future. Sponsor Sign up for The Struggle For Meaning Newsletter here - https://gregorthomson.com Get In Touch Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/gregorsthomson/ Tiktok -https://www.tiktok.com/@gregor.s.thomson?_t=8ioMNLUnA25&_r=1 Email - gtmediauk@gmail...

In this episode I discuss balancing what’s productive and what’s pleasurable, the importance of intentionality and how to identify potentially dangerous behaviours, activities and substances. Sponsor Sign up for The Struggle Newsletter here - https://gregorthomson.com Get In Touch Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/gregorsthomson/ Tiktok -https://www.tiktok.com/@gregor.s.thomson?_t=8ioMNLUnA25&...

In this episode, I discuss the nature of failure and how to know if you’re failing productively or failing due to settling. Sponsor Sign up for The Struggle Newsletter here - https://gregorthomson.com Get In Touch Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/gregorsthomson/ Tiktok -https://www.tiktok.com/@gregor.s.thomson?_t=8ioMNLUnA25&_r=1 Email - gtmediauk@gmail.com Music Conal Mooney - https://ww...

In this episode I discuss our innate tribal nature, the dangers of judging people based on groups rather than ideas and how we can live in a more harmonious way, disagreeing certainly, but accepting and listening more. Sponsor Sign up for The Struggle For Meaning Newsletter here - https://gregorthomson.com Get In Touch Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/gregorsthomson/ Tiktok -https://www.tikto...

In this episode, I discuss the old adage “everything happens for a reason,” why this is not true and how to find meaning in the suffering that we cannot control. Sponsor Sign up for The Struggle For Meaning Newsletter here - https://gregorthomson.com Get In Touch Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/gregorsthomson/ Tiktok -https://www.tiktok.com/@gregor.s.thomson?_t=8ioMNLUnA25&_r=1 Email - g...

In this episode, I review the current views, subscribers, revenue and support The Struggle podcast has generated thus far, I predict the trajectory of the podcast and discuss the effort and time that is required to achieve or accomplish something meaningful. Sponsor Sign up for The Struggle For Meaning Newsletter here - https://gregorthomson.com Get In Touch Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/g...