The Freedom Project

Tom Foxley, Mental Fitness Coach for Business Owners
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Jan 31, 2025 • 4min

Mental Edge 55: State Precedes Story—Why Your Nervous System Shapes Your Mindset

You can’t think your way out of stress. In this episode of The Freedom Project Podcast, I share a personal experience—escaping a wildfire in Sicily—that taught me one of the biggest lessons about resilience: state precedes story. Here’s what you’ll learn: Why your nervous system controls your thoughts, not the other way around. How stress—whether financial, social, or emotional—puts you into survival mode. Why trying to “think positive” when you’re overwhelmed is a losing battle. How to build physiological resilience so you stop running on fear. If you’ve ever felt stuck in stress, anxiety, or self-doubt, this episode will change the way you approach your mindset. Connect with Tom: Instagram: @tomfoxley Website: www.tomfoxley.me If you found this episode valuable, share it with someone who needs to hear it!
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Jan 30, 2025 • 5min

Mental Edge 54: Rethinking Willpower—The Sail Model vs. The Engine Model

Are you stuck in cycles of extreme motivation followed by burnout? You’re not alone. In this episode of The Freedom Project Podcast, I share a powerful framework for rethinking willpower, using the story of a client who shifted from the engine model—forcing himself forward—to the sail model, where willpower feels calmer, more stable, and less fragile. Here’s what you’ll learn: Why the “engine model” of willpower leads to burnout and frustration. What the “sail model” is, and how it creates sustainable progress. How to stop forcing motivation and start harnessing the energy that’s already there. If you’re ready to achieve more with less stress and more flow, this episode is for you. Connect with Tom: Instagram: @tomfoxley Website: www.tomfoxley.me If you found this episode valuable, please share it with someone who could use a new perspective on willpower!
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Jan 29, 2025 • 6min

Mental Edge 53: Signs of Learned Helplessness in Business Owners

Have you ever felt completely stuck in your business, unable to move forward no matter how hard you try? You might be dealing with something called learned helplessness—a silent but powerful force that can limit your growth, success, and happiness. In this episode of The Freedom Project Podcast, I share a personal story about how learned helplessness showed up in my own life and how it held me back for years. We’ll unpack: What learned helplessness is and how it develops. The 11 key signs that it might be affecting you as a business owner. Practical steps to break free from the patterns that keep you stuck. If you’ve ever struggled with procrastination, perfectionism, self-doubt, or feeling overwhelmed by setbacks, this episode is for you. Tune in to discover how to overcome learned helplessness and unlock your true potential. Connect with Tom: Instagram: @tomfoxley Website: www.tomfoxley.me   If you found this episode helpful, please share it with someone who needs to hear it and leave a review—it makes a huge difference!
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Jan 28, 2025 • 5min

Mental Edge 52: Facing Fear & Remembering What Matters

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Jan 27, 2025 • 6min

Mental Edge 51: Fire Your Business Coach

Here I discuss the 3 reasons almost all of you should fire your business coach
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Jan 26, 2025 • 4min

Mental Edge 50: Last Chance to Build Your Emotional Resilience

Workshop details: https://mindsetrxd.lpages.co/resilience-workshop/
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Jan 25, 2025 • 4min

Mental Edge 49: 3 Signs You Lack Psychological Resilience

Workshop: https://mindsetrxd.lpages.co/resilience-workshop/
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Jan 24, 2025 • 4min

Mental Edge 48: How to Work With Your Emotions (Instead of Fighting Them)

Resilience Workshop: https://mindsetrxd.lpages.co/resilience-workshop
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Jan 23, 2025 • 5min

Mental Edge 47: How to Increase Your Capacity Without Burning Out

https://mindsetrxd.lpages.co/resilience-workshop
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Jan 22, 2025 • 3min

Mental Edge 46: Build Resilience, Gain Clarity—Join My Workshop

Workshop Details: https://mindsetrxd.lpages.co/resilience-workshop

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