The You Project

Among other things, this episode is a chat about tricking your mind into believing something that isn't real, in order to create an outcome that is both amazing and real, with your body. The chat revolves around some fascinating research that was conducted over fifty years ago involving one significant lie, fifteen athletes, fake steroids (placebos), and some mind-blowing test results. I love this story. Enjoy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bobby is back and this time we talk about the difference between self-care and self-indulgence, the intersection of frustration and curiosity, whether we have beliefs or they have us, doing meaningful work, opinions about opinions, training for mental fitness, finding the right protocol (for each of us individually), resilience, doing scary sh*t and lots more. Enjoy. theselfhelpantidote.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Of course Gillespo has written an article (on Substack) about the world's most controversial, talked-about and in-demand drug. So of course we chat about the magic product(?) that tells your brain you're full (so you eat less), slows down digestion (so you stay full longer) and lowers blood sugar levels (helps diabetics manage insulin). We should probably also mention the potential side-effects of nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation, stomach pain and bloating, loss of appetite, fatigue, burping and acid reflux. Oh, and muscle loss, but who needs muscle?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Some people think I'm too blunt. Too direct. Too unsophisticated. Too bogan. Sometimes I agree with them. Some people resonate with my approach to personal development, human behaviour and the psychology of change and some don't. Of course. It's to be expected. And of course, I'm okay with that. I'm not trying to be all things to all people. In this brief solo episode, I chat about why I talk, write and teach the way I do. It's not a 'defence' but rather an insight into the rationale and reasoning behind my methodology.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Jodi Richardson, an expert in wellbeing and acceptance and commitment therapy, offers her comforting insights on navigating life's challenges. She discusses the concept of your 'sh*t threshold' and how accepting unfinished tasks can alleviate mental stress. The conversation delves into balancing personal and professional responsibilities while embracing discomfort for growth. Jodi shares her journey of transitioning into mental health advocacy, emphasizing the importance of self-awareness and the power of learning from others in fostering personal development.

This episode with Dr. Cam was my all-time favourite (with him) and it was f**king fascinating, broadly-relevant, enlightening and super practical. Having said that, it's a little sciencey in parts but I'm sure it'll resonate with the vast majority. If you struggle to sleep well, this is for you. Among other things, we talk about the impact of inadequate sleep (volume and/or quality) on cognitive function, mental health, hormones, immune function, recovery, sporting performance, energy levels, health (and life) span, and lots more. This. Was. Great.shae.group/dr-cam-mcdonaldSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

l've always loved comedy and wanted to give stand-up a try for years. Having said that, there are two key reasons I haven't and won't; (1) I'm too scared (2) I'm not funny enough. Bobby - who's clearly braver than me - has done it and survived to tell the tale, so l'll just live vicariously through him. Apart from comedy (and my cowardice), we also chat about the idea of 'getting ready to get ready' (a very common avoidance tactic), emotional contagions, resolving ambivalence and lots more. Enjoy.theselfhelpantidote.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The band's back together talking tech and this time we discuss the physical impact of living in zero gravity for a long time (after SpaceX just retrieved the stranded Astronauts), a new Chinese EV that can be charged for a driving range of 400km in just five minutes, car companies that are reverting to using actual buttons, switches and knobs (instead of screens only), Deepfakes being used to scam unsuspecting oldies (Ron and Mary types), a wearable camera that helps blind people 'see', Patrick's obsession with a new 'Al' pen, the cognitive benefits of writing with a pen (vs. typing on a keyboard) and lots more. Enjoy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is a follow on from yesterday's chat. Right now, it seems like we're in the middle of an internet avalanche of disempowering ideas, illogical concepts, pseudo-science, psycho-babble, misleading and magical thinking, masquerading as logic, science and research, and in this episode, I'm sharing some of my 'favourites' with you.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The self-help industry promises transformation, happiness, and success through simple formulas, positive thinking, five-step plans and the occasional sunset, fluffy puppy and unicorn. Yet beneath this shimmering surface lies a troubling reality: much of what passes for "self-help" is a hodgepodge of feel-good platitudes, pseudoscience, magical thinking and oversimplified solutions that can do more harm than good. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.