
The Three Month Vacation Podcast
Sean D'Souza made two vows when he started up Psychotactics back in 2002. The first was that he'd always get paid in advance and the second was that work wouldn't control his life. He decided to take three months off every year. But how do you take three months off, without affecting your business and profits? Do you buy into the myth of "outsourcing everything and working just a few hours a week?" Not really. Instead, you structure your business in a way that enables you to work hard and then take three months off every single year. And Sean walks his talk. Since 2004, he's taken three months off every year (except in 2005, when there was a medical emergency). This podcast isn't about the easy life. It's not some magic trick about working less. Instead with this podcast you learn how to really enjoy your work, enjoy your vacation time and yes, get paid in advance.
Latest episodes

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Mar 28, 2025 • 18min
How to become smarter by utilising the “Database Concept”
Explore how a knowledge 'database' can enhance your skills and talents. The discussion delves into the impact of connected learning, comparing it to networks of computers. You'll discover strategies for expanding your personal database, with engaging examples from language learning to photography. Learn how continuous growth in knowledge can dramatically influence your capabilities and open new doors to mastery.

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Mar 21, 2025 • 18min
Stories of travel through India, Singapore and France
Immerse yourself in hilarious travel tales filled with unexpected celebrity encounters and cultural miscommunications from India and Singapore. Discover the magic of mistaken identities that lead to heartfelt connections, like a bartender gifting cricket shoes. Delve into the significance of preparation in both travel adventures and product launches, with a charming story from Toulouse that intertwines personal reminiscence with historical significance. Get ready for a delightful blend of humor and insight!

Mar 15, 2025 • 13min
How to get clients: An open secret
How do you get clients? This is one question that repeats itself endlessly. You’d think the answer would be common knowledge by now, and it is. The answer lies in a concept called “groups”. We fail to understand the power of groups, and that’s where the struggle begins. How do you use the power of groups? Let’s find out.

Mar 7, 2025 • 13min
Burnout: Why friends and family are more likely to be early warning systems to avoid overwork
“Hard work” has never been considered a problem. If anything, we’re all told to work hard. How do you know when you’ve crossed the line from hard work to overwork? Surprisingly, the answer doesn’t lie within ourselves. Here’s how to use your family as an early warning system.

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Feb 28, 2025 • 10min
How to get free of your phone addiction without software
Discover how to break free from phone addiction without fancy software. Learn about the rewarding experience of implementing 'phone-free Sundays' for personal growth. Explore the impact of thoughtful design on user engagement and discover a new course for optimizing content delivery. Hear about strategies to reduce phone usage through simple weekend experiments. Plus, enjoy a glimpse into exciting travel plans to Rajasthan, India!

Feb 21, 2025 • 22min
How do you manage everything? Part 1
Podcasts, membership site, cartoons, photography, Whatsapp—the list goes on and on. And it’s puzzling to clients how I (Sean) manage so much. Well, there are bound to be some principles. Here are just four of them, and we cover two of them in this first episode.

Feb 14, 2025 • 23min
Re-run 07 The Five "Psychological Stages" of Entrepreneurship—And One That's More Scary Than The Rest

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Feb 7, 2025 • 16min
Re-Run 06 Why You Have to Keep Writing Articles (Even If You Have Written Articles for 20 Years)
Discover the compelling reasons why continuous writing is crucial for establishing expertise and preventing creative stagnation. Explore a 22-year journey in article writing that emphasizes personal growth and audience connection. Through an engaging restaurant analogy, learn how consistent writing organizes thoughts, boosts clarity, and enhances understanding. Find out how dedicating time to writing can foster cognitive sharpness and personal development throughout your life.

Jan 31, 2025 • 25min
Re-run05 Why does learning seem to take forever? The surprising reasons behind slow learning

Jan 24, 2025 • 14min