

Do You F*cking Mind?
Alexis Fernandez-Preiksa
Mindset hacks for a badass life, hosted by cognitive neuroscientist Alexis Fernandez. On Mondays my episodes are a combo of neuroscience and psychology. I deep dive into everything from habit formation and how to live a carefree life, to friendships and heartbreak. And on Fridays we've got Head Noise - where I answer your questions! Email info@dyfmpod.com to submit your questions. Order your copy of my latest book How to Chase Change at https://bit.ly/44xwszR .
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Feb 21, 2023 • 1h 4min
130. 10 ways of dealing with conflict after a fight (and how to repair)
I asked and YOU answered. What are the main issues when you are glue with your partner. I took the top 10 most common answered and address them here on the podcast. For my long time listeners, I also tell you guys the story of my engagement and how Tyrone proposed. CUTEEEE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 21, 2023 • 48min
129. Confidence to change jobs and take that leap of faith
I have made this episode in conjunction with SEEK to give you the best tips on how to gain the confidence to leave your job and go for the new career you have always wanted. Take that leap!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 21, 2023 • 59min
128. Your identity after having children, and what happens in the BRAIN - Interview with Lorena
Today I talk all about baby brain, identity after giving birth and becoming a parent and what happens with your sense of self, and keeping up with pressure from yourself and external pressures ALL with my cousin Lorena, who has just launched her own podcast too! Brain Fact - What is actually happening when you experience ‘Baby Brain’ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 21, 2023 • 52min
127. Why am I still SO heartbroken? 6 Heartbreak Hacks
This episode goes into 6 ideas / hacks for you to try to help get over those heartbreaks that feel never ending. I also go into what happens in the brain when we are in love, vs when we are going through heartbreak.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 21, 2023 • 47min
126. Loss aversion and why that makes us lose more
This episode explains what loss aversion is, how it impacts your decisions around risk and major life changes and how it impacts your view on failure and success. If you can understand loss aversion you will learn to cut your losses, lose less and take more strategic risks.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 21, 2023 • 44min
125. Learn how to read people in dating (Situationships)
On this episode I give exact pointers to look for to know if you are in a dead end situationship or if it is going to evolve into a relationship. I talk about what to do if you are in one, and how to navigate your way out of it or explore it further. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 21, 2023 • 37min
124. Ambition - What is it and how to increase it.
Let’s talk about ambition. Are you born with it? How do you learn it? On this episode I give 4 ways in which you can increase your ambition. Brain Fact - Can you live with half a brain? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 21, 2023 • 41min
123. Imposter syndrome be GONE!!
Imposter syndrome! What is it? Where does it stem from? And a HEAP of tips to put into practice to overcome it. Brain fact - Lithium See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Feb 21, 2023 • 40min
122. Self Love - Working on your Self Efficacy
Discover the fascinating link between self-efficacy and self-love. Learn how your belief in your own abilities shapes your motivation and goal-setting. Embrace the journey of progress over perfection to reduce anxiety and enhance learning. Surround yourself with supportive friends and mentors to boost your self-efficacy. Plus, dive into a brain fact about the cerebellum and its surprising effects on movement. Get inspired to master small skills and cultivate a growth mindset!

Feb 21, 2023 • 36min
121. Happiness - How to create lasting change
How to create lasting happiness! In this episode I talk about what hedonic adaptation is and how that plays a role in our happiness, and what you can truely do to raise your baseline level of happiness. Brain Fact - Stereoblindness See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices