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Nicole Vignola, a neuroscientist specializing in brain rewiring, shares fascinating insights on how we can reshape our mental habits. She discusses intrusive thoughts and their connection to brain function, highlighting how our mindset can physically affect our health. Vignola emphasizes the benefits of walking for mental clarity and details the science of neuroplasticity. She also explains how journaling can help clarify emotions and the importance of patience when forming new neural pathways. This engaging conversation is a treasure trove for those looking to enhance their mental fitness.

Neuroscientist and author of ‘Rewire: Your Neurotoolkit for Everyday Life’, Nicole Vignola is joining Dr Alex on this week's episode.In part 1, Nicole breaks down exactly how the brain works, the shocking impact exercise can have and the long-term effects of stress on the brain. Plus, what effect does alcohol have on the brain and does that mean you should never drink? Follow Nicole @nicolesneuroscience and get her book ‘Rewire: Your Neurotoolkit for Everyday Life’Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastTo improve your mental fitness, get Dr Alex’s book The Mind ManualDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the final part with Robin Sharma, he answers the ultimate question: can money buy happiness?Robin shares incredible lessons he learnt when mentoring a celebrity billionaire, what priorities he thinks lead to a happier life and Dr Alex shares a fascinating health fact about our memory. Follow Robin @robinsharma and get his book ‘The Wealth Money Can’t Buy’Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastTo improve your mental fitness, get Dr Alex’s book The Mind ManualDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In part 2, Robin Sharma shares his advice on how to deal with criticism from others, and most importantly, yourself. Robin and Dr Alex discuss why people focus on negative comments, techniques to start working towards mastering your craft and why being sensitive is a gift, not a curse. Follow Robin @robinsharma and get his book ‘The Wealth Money Can’t Buy’Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastTo improve your mental fitness, get Dr Alex’s book The Mind ManualDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Robin Sharma is a self-development master and bestselling author, who today joins Dr Alex to discuss the incredible ideas behind his new book ‘The Wealth Money Can’t Buy’.In part 1, while discussing the 8 different forms of wealth, Robin shares the 5 journal prompts he does every day, why your brain has a negativity bias and how to change your environment to optimise your happiness.Follow Robin @robinsharma and get his book ‘The Wealth Money Can’t Buy’Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastTo improve your mental fitness, get Dr Alex’s book The Mind ManualDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In part 3, Jason Fox and Dr Alex discuss what filming SAS: Who Dares Wins is really like.Jason explains the impact of his PTSD diagnosis on post-military life, how he entered the world of TV and the benefits of exposure therapy. Follow Jason @jason_carl_fox and get his book, Embrace the Chaos: 52 Tactics To Make Every Day Count.Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastTo improve your mental fitness, get Dr Alex’s book The Mind ManualDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In part 2, Jason Fox goes into detail about the SAS selection process and the gruelling challenges that take a toll on your body and mind. Jason shares with Dr Alex how he kept himself sane during this time, how he battled imposter syndrome even after being selected for Special Forces and his personal experience with PTSD.Plus, he reveals his secret therapy session, the devastation of being told he needed to leave the service and his advice to people experiencing PTSD. Follow Jason @jason_carl_fox and get his book, Embrace the Chaos: 52 Tactics To Make Every Day Count.Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastTo improve your mental fitness, get Dr Alex’s book The Mind ManualDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

SAS: Who Dares Wins star, Jason Fox joins Dr Alex George on this week’s Stompcast, to share the fascinating insights on what it takes to be in the Special Forces.In part 1, Jason explains the 4 pillars he focuses on in life, why he feels like he operates better when things are going wrong and why checking in on yourself is the simplest yet hardest task. Plus, he opens up about what it’s like to return from military service, how it made him feel like an outsider and why he didn’t talk about his feelings. Follow Jason @jason_carl_fox and get his book, Embrace the Chaos: 52 Tactics To Make Every Day Count.Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastTo improve your mental fitness, get Dr Alex’s book The Mind ManualDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In part 3, Lily Silverton and Dr Alex George discuss what you can do to start feeling like you really matter. Lily explains why you need to let go of the idea of “self-esteem”, how to train yourself to be OK with failure and why confidence is often an illusion. Follow Lily @lily_silverton and get The Priorities Method Journal.  Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastTo improve your mental fitness, get Dr Alex’s book The Mind ManualDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

There is always something that is going to stop you from investing in your goals, so how do you prioritise what’s important to you? In part 2, Lily shares with Dr Alex how you can start prioritising what you truly care about, how to say no and really mean it, and how to start living by your values instead of what you’re told to care about. Follow Lily @lily_silverton and get The Priorities Method Journal.  Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastTo improve your mental fitness, get Dr Alex’s book The Mind ManualDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.