A New Way of Being

Simon Mundie, guest on the podcast, discusses embracing acceptance and finding peace. Topics include the role of acceptance in happiness, accepting anxiety and fear, the difference between self-acceptance and self-esteem, the power of acceptance for personal growth and responding to challenges, and exploring the concept of the absolute present and self-acceptance. The podcast touches on personal stories and emphasizes the significance of self-acceptance in finding strength and living fully.

"Can you connect with people without having to airbrush your flaws?"When we come from a place of fear, we seek to hide our flaws and insecurities, which restricts our ability to connect authentically. When we fear rejection, a deep-seated sense of shame may be lurking, and when we then choose to project those feelings of shame outwards - by criticising, belittling and judging others - it is simply an expression of our own fear of inadequacy.Dr Pippa Grange was credited with helping to transform the culture of the England football team prior to the 2018 World Cup. She helped to make the England camp a less fearful place by emphasising and modelling vulnerability, which enabled the side to reach the semi-finals for the first time in 28 years.Champion Thinking: How To Find Success Without Losing Yourself - is now on general release. Drawing on some of my favourite interviews over the last five years, I want to challenge our ideas about 'success', and where peace, joy and fulfilment are truly to be found. The recognition that we are not our thoughts, we are aware of our thoughts is fundamental. I also explore emotional intelligence, burnout, belief, flow and non-duality.'This book captures the magic of being in flow . . . Highly recommend' RONNIE O'SULLIVAN'The perfect motivational read at the dawn of a new year' DAILY EXPRESS'Entertaining and enlightening' MATTHEW SYEDOrder here: https://www.simonmundie.com/bookAmazon: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Champion-Thinking-Success-Without-Yourself/dp/1526626497/Website: simonmundie.comYouTube: https://tinyurl.com/YouTubeSimonMundieInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/simonmundie/Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The podcast explores the concept of not identifying with thoughts and recognizing the awareness behind them. It emphasizes the importance of meditation and the diffusion technique. The hosts discuss the challenges after rugby careers, the importance of letting go of concepts, and finding joy in life. Sponsorship by Top of Five Legendary Checkouts and Shopify is mentioned.

Want to know how to overcome fear? Free solo climbing legend Alex Honnold can explain.Alex Honnold climbed a 3000 foot vertical cliff - El Capitan in America - without ropes, a feat described as ‘one of the greatest Athletic feats of any kind, ever’. It was so impressive, they made a film about it called Free Solo. Listen to this, then watch that - and change your relationship with fear.Champion Thinking: How To Find Success Without Losing Yourself - is now on general release. Drawing on some of my favourite interviews over the last five years, I want to challenge our ideas about 'success', and where peace, joy and fulfilment are truly to be found. The recognition that we are not our thoughts, we are aware of our thoughts is fundamental. I also explore emotional intelligence, burnout, belief, flow and non-duality.'This book captures the magic of being in flow . . . Highly recommend' RONNIE O'SULLIVAN'The perfect motivational read at the dawn of a new year' DAILY EXPRESS'Entertaining and enlightening' MATTHEW SYEDOrder here: https://www.simonmundie.com/bookAmazon: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Champion-Thinking-Success-Without-Yourself/dp/1526626497/Website: simonmundie.comYouTube: https://tinyurl.com/YouTubeSimonMundieInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/simonmundie/Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Former professional rugby player Jonny Wilkinson joins the podcast to discuss the concept of 'Success Evangelism' and the never-ending pursuit of success. They challenge society's definition of success and highlight the importance of being present in the current moment. The speaker also reflects on their personal journey of seeking external validation and realizing that true potential comes from within.

Dr. Steve Peters, a professor and author famed for 'The Chimp Paradox,' dives deep into the essence of self-worth. He challenges the belief that achievements define us, advocating for a values-based approach centered on kindness, integrity, and compassion. Peters discusses the power of self-forgiveness and the importance of aligning with personal values to uplift self-esteem. Listeners are encouraged to seek inner peace through gratitude and a simplified life, moving away from the relentless chase of external validation.

Matthew Syed, Times Columnist, author, renowned thinker, consultant and former British number 1 table tennis player, discusses the beauty of sports and being present. He explores the concept of finding value in the experience of sports rather than solely focusing on winning and achievements. He also discusses the impact of his book 'Rebel Ideas' on organizations and the significance of diversity in problem-solving. Additionally, he reflects on personal experiences with racism, anxiety, and failure, emphasizing the importance of overcoming challenges in order to succeed.

Success, addiction - and a new way of being. This bitesize episode is with the one and only Ronnie O'Sullivan. In it he talks about addiction, success evangelism and why giving can be more fulfilling than receiving. Ronnie very kindly gave me an endorsement for my book, now on general release. In it, I touch on the themes we discuss in this bitesize ep.'This book captures the magic of being in flow . . . Highly recommend' RONNIE O'SULLIVAN'Entertaining and enlightening' MATTHEW SYED'Using high achieving individuals, teams and sporting stories Simon has looked into something we actually all know or at least once did - the ability to live life more in the now' JASON FOX'The intention behind this book is beautiful, and I highly recommend it' RUPERT SPIRA'Mundie understands something most of us discover eventually: that the pursuit of sporting excellence is the best guide we have to what it means to be human' AMOL RAJANHead here for the book: https://www.simonmundie.com/bookAmazon: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Champion-Thinking-Success-Without-Yourself/dp/1526626497/A New Way of Being newsletter: https://simonmundie.substack.com/Website: simonmundie.comYouTube: https://tinyurl.com/YouTubeSimonMundieInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/simonmundie/Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Simon Mundie, author of Champion Thinking: How To Find Success Without Losing Yourself, explores finding fulfillment through being present in the state of flow, overcoming imposter syndrome and extreme anxiety, avoiding burnout and embracing boredom, and redefining success through inspiring stories of individuals who have turned their lives around.

Piers Thurston explores the process of self-enquiry and our fundamental identity before psychology. They discuss topics such as separating content from the mind's capacity, the relationship between aperture and world perception, and the power of self-enquiry and letting go of resistance.