Finding you have drifted into midlife, put on a few pounds or more, and just don't feel comfortable in your own skin? Wondering how you got there and asking yourself 'Is This It?.' This podcast is for you. Bite-sized thoughts, hints, and ideas to help you get back on track with your weight-loss, work-life balance and wellbeing. 'Regroup' (get your head back from stress), 'Reshape' (your health, lose weight and regain a sense of confidence in your own skin), and 'Redesign' (your life getting ...
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The Connect More Podcast explores seemingly random topics with a view to learning what we can about human behaviour and wellness. Your hosts Dave Minchella and Dave Algeo have a background in working with people and developing their mental wellbeing. Dave Minchella is a 30-something, mental health professional, coffee drinker and science follower. Dave Algeo is a speaker, trainer and coach, working with individuals and teams, helping them develop greater resilience and wellbeing and shape th ...
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Midlife Finances - 2024 Update with Pete Matthew
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It's episode140. In this timely episode, Dave is once again joined by Pete Matthew, all round top bloke, Meaningful Money podcast host and CEO Jackson Wealth. Pete has joined the show three times before so do check out those episodes as they provide a useful foundation for today's discussion (ep's 68, 32 & 48). Since our last episode where we talke…
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It's episode139. This week a share a great conversation with former guest and coach Simon Ward. Simon has years of experience coaching triathletes and others seeking high performance and has a down-to-earth approach to communicating the important messages to help others achieve their goals. In this episode we discuss longevity, recovery from injuri…
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It's episode138. This week I share another 10 tips to help get your health and weight-loss back on track. This is part two of my quick summer mini-series and this week I share 10 tips to promote more movement and encourage the habit of exercise. David Algeo is a Restless Midlifer, searching for answers and adventure. His mission is to help other li…
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It's episode137. This week I am joined by author Owen Ryan who has appeared on the podcast before. Last time round (Episode 98), Owen shared his journey from exec burnout in Australia to his return to the UK and embarking on his dream to become a writer. Owen has since published 11 books in the 'Deadly' series with the main character Jane Phillips.…
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10 tips to get back on track with healthier eating
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It's episode136. This week I share the first in a three part mini-series in which I share ten tips to help... get our eating back on track, our movement and exercise on track, and improve our rest and sleep. This follows the previous week's episodes in which i explored the importance of tackling our default habits to make significant strides in our…
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Challenging Self-Sabotage & Negative Thinking Habits
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It's episode135. This week I build on last week's episode in which I shared some ideas on tackling our unhelpful default habits and behaviours. This week I explore default thinking habits and patterns and those that self-sabotage or undermine our efforts to work towards our goals. It can be a really powerful approach to achieving our goals when we …
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Changing Default Habits That Undermine Our Weight-Loss Efforts
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It's episode134. This week I explore how to change our default habits. The habits that tend to consistently undermine our health and weight-loss efforts are often pretty well rooted and can be tough to change. Consequently we can resort to avoidance as a strategy to give ourselves the illusion of action whilst not actually making any significant or…
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Tackling Imposter Syndrome - Emma Johnson
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It's episode133. This week I am joined by Emma Johnson, an expert in tacking imposter syndrome. Typically we may think of imposter syndrome as affecting career aspirations and so on, but I see it playing out in so many instances when it comes to aspiring to and working towards losing weight. Recognising the various ways in which imposter syndrome c…
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It's episode132. This week I want to not only offer encouragement to keep going, but some practical ways to reframe failure and get back on track. We can often feel so defeated that we find it really hard to move on from a setback or falling off our plans. That's human. But how do we pick ourselves back up. I share two ways to deal with failure and…
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Q&A Episode - Answering Weight-Loss Questions
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It's episode131. This week I share a recording of a You Tube Live on Geordie Grandma Karen James' channel.. You may recall Karen joined me on this podcast in episode 120 where she shared her own 'turning point story. This time Karen kindly invited me onto her own You Tube Channel for a Live with her audience. I answer some of her questions as well …
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Dealing with the S.H.I.T.E. - Where to Start?
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It's episode130. In this week's episode I round out my deep dive into the S.H.I.T.E. with a way to start dealing with it. It can sometimes feel like an overwhelming prospect just getting to grips with the S.H.I.T.E. So, I provide three steps to getting started and avoiding overwhelm. David Algeo is a Restless Midlifer, searching for answers and adv…
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Losing Weight Healthily versus Unhealthily - Hollie Thompson's Turning Point Story
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It's episode129. This week's episode is another in the 'turning point' series in which I am joined by a guest who shares their own story about the turning point in their lives leading to health or weight transformation. This week I am joined by Hollie Thompson who shares her journey from weight gain during her university days, to unhealthy weight-l…
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Coping More Positively With Our emotions and overcoming Comfort Eating
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It's episode128. This week's episode brings to a conclusion my deep dive into the S.H.I.T.E. - My S.H.I.T.E. Guide to dealing with the real causes of our over-eating, over-thinking and struggling to stick to our plans to eat better, move more and get healthier. This week it's the 'E' of the S.H.I.T.E. Guide. Emotions are very powerful when they rid…
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Comfort Eating, Tiredness and Exhaustion - Recharging the Batteries
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It's episode127. In this week's episode I continue my deep dive into the S.H.I.T.E. - My S.H.I.T.E. Guide to overcoming overeating, overthinking and overdoing any unhelpful behaviour that gets in the way of our health and weight-loss goals. This week it's the 'T' - Tiredness and Exhaustion. No doubt you have experienced just how demotivated you fee…
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It's episode126. This week I continue with my S.H.I.T.E. Guide to overcoming over-eating, over-thinking, over-anything; anything that we engage in in an effort to block out, numb, or avoid underlying discomfort, issues or inner-conflicts. I explore the 'I' of the S.H.I.T.E. Guide and explore isolation, loneliness and disconnection. As humans, this …
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Confidence, Mindset and Losing Nine Stone - Caroline Crilley Turning Point Interview
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It's episode125. This week I share another great 'turning point' interview with Caroline Crilley, Health, Wellbeing and Fitness Coach. Caroline shares her amazing story dealing with weight-gain, obesity, depression and isolation and how she came to transform herself through small but significant changes and work on her own confidence and mindset. C…
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It's episode124. In this week's episode, I continue the mini-series exploring the S.H.I.T.E. model which is all about identifying and dealing with the real causes of our over-eating and over-thinking. This week I look at the 'H' and explore the psychological aspects of hunger that can be described at comfort eating, emotional eating or eating to fi…
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Managing the Stress That Gets In The Way of Your Weight-Loss Goal
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It's episode123. In this week's episode, I start a mini-series exploring the S.H.I.T.E. model which is all about identifying and dealing with the real causes of our over-eating and over-thinking. This week i explore STRESS and provide three key approaches to managing it more effectively. You might find these previous episodes useful to compliment t…
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Dealing With Life's S.H.I.*.E. - Overcoming the Obstacles to Midlife Health & Weight-Loss
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It's episode122. This week I introduce you to my S.H.I.T.E. Guide to overcoming over-eating, over-thinking and over-working. I often say when it comes to health and weight-loss 'it's not about the diet.' The reason for that is that whilst IT DOES MATTER what we eat, how much we eat and how much activity we build into our lives, that's not where the…
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Sleep, Weight-Loss & getting Out of the Rut - Turning Point Interview with Elaine Hudson
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It's episode121. In this episode, I re-share a great interview with client and Midlife Reshape Member Elaine Hudson. Elaine shares her amazing journey which started with a realisation that she was stuck in a rut and not making the most of life. After tackling her sleep quality, this led to a snowball of positive changes in her life leading Elaine t…
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Midlife, Business, Health & Adapting to Change - Interview with Karen James, Geordie Grandma
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It's episode120. In this week's episode Dave is joined by Karen James, aka the Geordie Grandma who has a popular You Tube Channel sharing aspects of her life with fellow midlife and beyond women. Karen shares her story charting her journey from career to business, adapting to changes and challenges and facing her own health challenges along the way…
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Getting Intimate with Worry - Part 3 of the Worry Mini-Series
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It's episode119. In this, the third and final episode in the mini-series on worry, Dave goes deeper into worry and how our propensity to worry can have deep roots in our past and the narratives of our lives. He shares 3 tips and asks a challenging question - what is the pay-off for being a worrier? Worry can plague many of us, robbing us of our con…
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It's episode118. This week I resume my mini-series on 'releasing the worrier within' in which I share insights and tips to release the grip that worry can have on us and free ourselves up to focus on what really matters - the here and now and working on our goals. This week I develop the tips from episode 116 (check out the episode here) and encour…
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A Weight-Loss Story - Kate Jackson, the Turning Point
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It's episode117. In this episode I am joined by former client Kate Jackson who shares her amazing story of transformation - not just in terms of her weight which is impressive enough, but also in terms of how she shifted her approach to life, made some significant changes and is now embracing an adventurous and meaningful life. Kate Jackson is a te…
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Release The Worrier Within - Overcome Worry to Stay on Track with Weight-Loss
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It's episode116. In this first of three episodes focused on worry and the impact on our weight-loss efforts, Dave explores how to 'release the worrier within' by releasing our grip on it. In the episode he shares three key tips to help break the grip and start the process of releasing ourselves from worry so we can focus on our health and weight-lo…
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Willpower and Determination - Can it be Strengthened?
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It's episode115. In this episode I explore the topic of willpower, motivation and inspiration and ask the question - can we strengthen our willpower? I share a metaphor to help you understand how and when to best use willpower, motivation and inspiration. I also share research findings from neuroscience that show how we can develop a stronger sense…
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It's episode114. The show returns with a 'review of the year, an update on my plans for the future of the podcast and some thoughts and actions for you to consider as we see out 2023 and welcome in 2024. Link to Cabbage, Slice and Sprout 'Reboot Planner': https://www.davealgeo.com/claim-your-reboot-planner Link to The Weight-Loss Reboot early-bird …
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Emotional Eating - How Does it Affect Your Relationship with Food?
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It's episode113. In this episode I complete the series on our relationship with food and explore emotional eating. I distinguish between eating out of boredom and as a result of emotions and share some thoughts on how to better manage our eating and our emotions with a view to managing our weight and health. I also share that this will be the last …
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It's episode112. This week I resume my series exploring our relationship with food and in particular the social aspect of food, eating and sharing eating (and drinking) experiences with others. I dive into the various aspects of how food and social relationships can play into a propensity to over eat and drink over time and suggest some practical w…
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Taking on Massive Challenges - Interview with Paul Hopper
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It's episode111. This week I am delighted to have been joined by Paul Hopper, a retired Fire Officer who has an amazing story to share. After a life threatening brain haemorrhage Paul thankfully recovered but found his whole perspective on life had changed. This set him on the trail of finding a challenge to accomplish in life. Paul shares his stor…
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Understanding Testosterone Replacement Therapy - Interview with Dr. Rob Stevens
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It's episode110. This week I am joined by Dr Rob Stevens, founder of the The Men’s Health Clinic and specialises in diagnosing and managing men with testosterone deficiency. This is a field that I feel is surrounded by hype and fast and loose practice, so I wanted to speak to someone trustworthy and experienced to find out the facts and how it rela…
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The Importance of Recovery and Sleep - Interview with Simon Ward
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It's episode109. This week I am delighted to be joined by Simon Ward, who some of you longer term listeners will know appeared early on in the podcast when it was called 'The Sprout Sweater' (check out episode 8). Simon has recently qualified as a sleep coach and we explore that and the importance of deep recovery. this was a phrase that captured m…
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I Can Get Some Satisfaction (from Food) & Interview with Wayne Barrigan
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It's episode108. This week I am delighted to be joined by fellow Health coach Wayne Barrigan. Wayne and I know each other from our policing days and it was great to catch up with Wayne and find out how he now works with clients to help them improve their health and fitness and nutrition in a sustainable way. I also share a quick food for thought bu…
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Food and Function - The Physical Drives to Eat
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It's episode107. This week I am continuing my exploration of the role food (and drink) plays in our lives and the complex nature of our relationship with it. I explore the physical and functional role food plays and attempt to find ways in which this could help us as we move forward in a more positive relationship with it. Let me know your thoughts…
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Living the Restless Midlife - Interview with Tim Lewis
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It's episode106. This week I am starting to explore how we relate to food and drink and as you the listener the question - what is your relationship with food like? Over coming weeks I intend to explore this in more depth as it is such an important factor in building sustainable approaches to health and weight management. I am also joined by Tim Le…
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Reframing 'Diet' - The Challenge of Shifting from 'Restriction'
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It's episode105. This week I build upon my thoughts last week on finding the right balance between diet and exercise and focus in on diet and how the overarching framing of 'restriction' is problematic for many of us. In this episode I outline an alternative approach and give my thinking on this which is a work in progress and very much shaped by m…
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Diet V Exercise - What Should I Focus On?
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It's episode104. This week I explore some of the foundational questions that I seek to answer when working with clients and indeed in my own efforts at improving my health and losing weight. I define some key terms - 'movement,' 'activity,' 'exercise,' and 'diet.' I then explore the factors that we need to consider when thinking about where to focu…
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You Are Not Your Label/ Adapting to Huge Life Change - Interview with Kat Paylor-Bent
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It's episode103. This week I share some insights into overcoming our tendency to label ourselves (not to mention others) and how this can mean we don't address the real underlying reasons why we often struggle to achieve our health and weight loss goals. Do you call yourself, 'lazy', 'greedy' 'useless'? Then this is for you. I am also delighted to …
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Overcoming Binge and Emotional Eating - Interview with Laura Lloyd
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It's episode102. This week I share my 'After Eight' confession. Or as I call it 'After Eight-Gate" and some learning that came from it regarding more not necessarily being better. I am also joined by Eating Psychology Coach working in the area of "over-eating." We explore Laura's own journey with binge eating and how she came to overcome that throu…
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The Power of Our Default Habits + Interview with Simon Whitaker, Master Debonair
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It's episode101. In today's episode I share some thoughts on the power of our default habits and how they are what we always return to when the pressure of life is on. I explain why this is the case and offer a way to break from the default by confronting what is really the issue when it comes to making changes. I am also joined by Master Debonair …
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A Sprout-Load of Wisdom for Restless Midlifers - The 100th episode
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It's episode100. Wow, made it to 100 episodes! Who would have thought it. Well I had hoped, but hey I also thought I'd run out of things to say and people to talk to. But nope. And I'm thankful for that. So, to celebrate the 100th episode, i have asked former guests to share a sprout-sized dollop of wisdom. I want to thank all my guests including t…
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Midlife Work and Health - Interview with Stuart McGivern
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It's episode99. This week I share some thoughts on dealing with the 'What's wrong with me? Fallacy'. Have you ever found yourself saying 'I know what to do, so why don't I do it?' If so, you are not alone. I share some thoughts on how to deal with this kind of self-criticism. I am also joined by Stuart McGivern an experienced Project Manager with b…
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Burnout and Big Decisions - Interview with Crime Thriller Writer OMJ Ryan
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It's episode98. This week I share some thoughts on overcoming people pleasing and am joined by Owen Ryan, aka OMJ Ryan published author and crime fiction writer. Owen has a great story of burnout that led to him pursuing a dream to write. He shares some great insights into what shaped his journey and some takeaways for anyone seeking to follow thei…
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Ditching Alcohol - Interview with Craig McGeough
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It's episode97. This week Dave shares some thoughts on being ok with messy when it comes to pursuing your health goals. Life is unpredictable and rarely goes according to plan. Getting comfortable with messy progress is the key to sustainable change. Dave is also joined by fellow crossfitter Craig McGeough. Craig is a Pre-Sales consultant and blogg…
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Getting down to Basics - Health, Sleep, Weight and Focus - Podcast Takeover with Richard Tubb
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It's episode96. In this week's episode I share some thoughts on getting back to basics with our sleep. I am also including the audio from my appearance on my friend Richard Tubb's 'Tubb Talk' Podcast in which Richard grills me on all things to do with health, weight, headspace, stress and focus. Richard's podcast is aimed at those working in the 'M…
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Focusing In on Weight Loss for "Op De-Moob" - Interview with Mark Telford and Emma Williams
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It's episode95. This week I am joined by two guests, Mark Telford and Emma Williams. We discuss the recent Northern Championships Crossfit Competition in which Mark and I competed as a team and at which Emma provided some awesome support. We discuss lessons learned and more importantly the next steps in my journey to focus on getting "op De-Moob' (…
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The Importance of Stretch Goals and Challenges
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It's episode94. This week I 'catch myself on' and provide some updates on where I am with 'Op De-Moob.' I explore the benefits of community and having shorter term stretch goals. I also talk about my plans for future episodes in which I intend to focus in on really getting 'Op De-Moob' done. David Algeo is a Restless Midlifer, searching for answers…
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Our Brains Are Amazing... But Their Timing Sucks - 3 routines to fix that
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It's episode93. This week Dave marvels at the power of our brains but identifies why its timing can be rubbish when it comes to brining worries, ideas and things you have to do to your attention. Have you ever settled down to sleep only to find you brain chimes in with a load of stuff resulting in you being unable to switch off and hours of staring…
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Building Better Relationship - Interview with Phil Airson
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It's episode92. This week I share my thoughts on allowing yourself to dream and follow your heart. Many of us struggle to put ourselves first and really consider what they really want from life. I remind you that 'you do not owe the world your soul.' I am also joined by coach Phil Airson. Phil specialises in developing great relationships and showi…
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Working Happy; Making work healthier - Interview with Greg Ketner
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It's episode91. I share my 'Frazzles Insight' and explore how the power of deliberate distraction can help reduce the number of those lapses that can undermine our goals. I am delighted to be joined by Greg Ketner , founder of 'Work Happy.' Greg is based in Walla Walla, Washington in the US and uses his stand-up comedy skills to support organisatio…
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