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Trigger warning: This episode contains reference to drug addiction, substance abuse and related mental health challenges. In part three, Hannah Viney gives some actionable advice for people starting their sobriety journey and shares why practicing gratitude and establishing boundaries is so important when in recovery.Plus, Hannah and Dr Alex George discuss the concept of emotional sobriety and how doing things for others can be healing.Follow @hannahameliaviney and check out her podcast and guides on classapeople.comIf you or someone you know is struggling with addiction, there is support available:The 12 Step ProgrammeAlcoholics AnonymousNarcotics AnonymousTurning PointPreorder Happy Habits hereFollow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastGet the new, pocket guide version of The Mind Manual nowDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Trigger warning: This episode contains reference to drug addiction, substance abuse and related mental health challenges. In part two, Hannah Viney shares what a day in her life looks like now she’s in recovery and explains how she’s reframed both loneliness and boredom since being sober.Plus, Hannah and Dr Alex George discuss the importance of being consistent and meeting yourself where you currently are - you don’t need to change your whole life in one afternoon! Follow @hannahameliaviney and check out her podcast and guides on classapeople.comIf you or someone you know is struggling with addiction, there is support available:The 12 Step ProgrammeAlcoholics AnonymousNarcotics AnonymousTurning PointPreorder Happy Habits hereFollow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastGet the new, pocket guide version of The Mind Manual nowDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Trigger warning: This episode contains reference to drug addiction, substance abuse and related mental health challenges. Hannah Viney is a content creator, storyteller and podcast who has built a following through sharing her journey in recovery from cocaine addiction. Her story has helped so many people, and she continues to make a difference through her platform Class A People, which offers resources for people struggling with addiction.In part one, Hannah joins Dr Alex George to unpack her journey so far: when she knew she needed to get sober, how she got started on TikTok and how her ADHD diagnosis changed the way she approached her addiction and subsequent recovery.Plus, Hannah discusses the importance of getting to know yourself on a deeper level, and shares her thoughts on what really constitutes an addiction…Follow @hannahameliaviney and check out her podcast and guides on classapeople.comIf you or someone you know is struggling with addiction, there is support available:The 12 Step ProgrammeAlcoholics AnonymousNarcotics AnonymousTurning PointPreorder Happy Habits hereFollow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastGet the new, pocket guide version of The Mind Manual nowDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In part three, Dr James Gough shares his advice for finding hope in times of hardship, and shares why he believes that every single one of us can make a tangible difference in the world.Plus, James and Dr Alex discuss what the future of humanitarian aid looks like and explain why they believe philanthropy is much more than just money…Check out the David Nott Foundation and watch James’ Ted Talk here.Preorder Happy Habits hereFollow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastGet the new, pocket guide version of The Mind Manual nowDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In part two, Dr James Gough shares how his life changed after leaving the military, discusses his various career ventures since quitting medicine and explains why he believes accepting failure is actually the secret to unlocking success…Plus, James and Dr Alex George discuss how VR technology is being used to completely transform how military medics are trained.Check out the David Nott Foundation and watch James’ Ted Talk here.Preorder Happy Habits hereFollow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastGet the new, pocket guide version of The Mind Manual nowDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

James Gough is a former military doctor turned humanitarian leader, who is currently serving as CEO of the brilliant David Nott Foundation.In part one, James joins Dr Alex George to share his experience working as a military doctor in some of the world’s most dangerous conflict zones, and reveals how getting injured in Afghanistan changed the trajectory of his life…Plus, James discusses how his injury impacted more than just his physical health, and shares how he overcame unexpected feelings of fear when he first joined the military.Check out the David Nott Foundation and watch James’ Ted Talk here.Preorder Happy Habits hereFollow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastGet the new, pocket guide version of The Mind Manual nowDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jane Ollis, an author and mental-fitness educator, shares practical wisdom for reducing stress and building resilience. She discusses the profound impact of intergenerational stress, revealing how parental trauma can affect future generations. Jane emphasizes simple daily habits like morning sunlight and social activities as essential for mental well-being. Alongside Dr. Alex George, she highlights the importance of discipline in forming healthy routines and the power of community in combating stress. Prepare to rethink your approach to stress management!

In this engaging discussion, Jane Ollis, a neurotech pioneer and developer behind the Sona vagus-nerve stimulation device, dives deep into the fascinating world of the vagus nerve. She explains its critical role in stress management and resilience building. Jane shares insights from her device's development, including the surprising clinical effects observed. They also touch on practical strategies to combat stress and the importance of mindset and physiology in enhancing resilience. The conversation is filled with transformative ideas for personal growth!

Jane Ollis, an entrepreneur and former medical biochemist, dives into the misunderstood world of stress. She discusses how our stress response is outdated and reveals the surprising role of cortisol. Jane links chronic stress to conditions like tinnitus, emphasizing the need for awareness. Listeners learn about the vagus nerve's crucial role in communication between the brain and body and discover effective breathing techniques that can significantly reduce stress. This engaging conversation redefines how we perceive and manage stress.

In this engaging conversation, Stuart Sandeman, a breathwork practitioner and founder of Breathpod, reveals the transformative power of breath. He discusses how breathwork can reach emotional depths that talk therapy often misses, enabling deeper trauma processing. Stuart shares quick and effective techniques like 4-4-8 breathing and the Infinity Breath, enhancing emotional regulation and stress relief. He emphasizes breathing as a vital map of human experience, inviting listeners to embrace their emotions fully.