In this book, Louise Hay posits that the mind and body are interconnected, and illnesses are often the result of negative thought patterns and emotional issues. She advocates for the use of techniques such as affirmations, mirror work, and forgiveness to heal both the body and the mind. The book, which has sold over 35 million copies worldwide, provides practical advice on how to change one's thoughts and beliefs to achieve better health and well-being.
In this book, Bronnie Ware shares her experiences from working in palliative care, where she identified the five most common regrets of the dying. These regrets include: 'I wish I’d had the courage to live a life true to myself, not the life others expected of me,' 'I wish I hadn’t worked so hard,' 'I wish I’d had the courage to express my feelings,' 'I wish I had stayed in touch with my friends,' and 'I wish that I had let myself be happier.' The book provides a heartfelt and inspiring account of how these regrets can be addressed while there is still time, promoting a life of greater compassion, honesty, and happiness.
In 'Outliers: The Story of Success', Malcolm Gladwell examines the often-overlooked factors that contribute to high levels of success. He argues that success is not solely the result of individual talent or hard work, but rather is influenced by a complex web of advantages and inheritances, including cultural background, family, generation, and luck. The book delves into various examples, such as the success of Bill Gates, the Beatles, and Canadian ice hockey players, to illustrate how these factors play a crucial role. Gladwell also discusses the '10,000-hour rule' and the impact of cultural legacies on behavior and success. The book is divided into two parts: 'Opportunity' and 'Legacy', each exploring different aspects of how success is achieved and maintained.
The book is divided into two parts. The first part recounts Frankl's harrowing experiences as a prisoner in Nazi concentration camps, including Auschwitz, between 1942 and 1945. He describes the inhumane conditions and the psychological and emotional struggles of the prisoners. The second part introduces Frankl's theory of logotherapy, which posits that the primary human drive is the search for meaning, rather than pleasure. Frankl argues that meaning can be found through three main avenues: work (doing something significant), love (caring for another), and suffering (finding meaning in one's own suffering). The book emphasizes the importance of finding purpose and meaning in life, even in the most adverse conditions, as a key factor in survival and personal growth.
In this episode of The Entrepreneur Experiment, Gary Fox is joined by Gerry Hussey - performance psychologist, author, and founder of Soul Space- for a raw, profound conversation on mindset, mastery, and meaning. From coaching Olympic athletes to filling the National Concert Hall with nothing but belief and vision, Gerry shares the ignition moments that shaped his life's work.
He opens up about overcoming debilitating anxiety as a teenager, how his mother’s unconditional love set him on a path of purpose, and why real change doesn’t start with tactics - it starts with truth. Whether you're an entrepreneur, athlete, or someone simply searching for clarity and courage, this episode will leave you rethinking how you show up for yourself and the world around you.
Show Notes
In this episode, we cover:
💥 The “ignition moment” that set Gerry on his life’s mission
🧠 How he rebuilt his mindset after early trauma and self-doubt
🥊 Lessons from working with Olympic boxing teams and elite athletes
🎯 The "WIN" Mindset: What's Important Now
🧘♂️ Building daily habits of personal excellence
💬 The power of saying no, and living with integrity
🏛️ Booking out the National Concert Hall during lockdown - with zero notes
🔄 Reset triggers: why emotional mastery starts with micro-decisions
🔍 Why most people fall short: the missing “why” behind their goals
👨👩👧 The true measure of success (hint: it’s not money or medals)
Links & Resources Mentioned:
Gerry Hussey’s New Book: I Am, I Can, I Will: https://amzn.to/3YSf6vK
Soul Space – Gerry’s wellness and performance platform: https://soulspace.ie/
Joe Dispenza – Inspiration behind Gerry’s live event transformation
Man’s Search for Meaning by Viktor Frankl
The Entrepreneur Experiment 
