Ed Stott & The Big Life Questions

Humility can improve your relationships, work & sense of purpose. It's a trait that's been lauded since the Greek gods were pushing it, but more recently it's earned a bit of a bad wrap. So where's the line between humility & door mat? And what's the science behind humility's superpowers?       Dr Daryl Van Tongeren, he’s an associate professor at Hope College & the author of Humble; Free Yourself from the Traps of a Narcissistic world. You can find the transcript of our conversation here. SUPPORT THE PODCASTSupport the podcast, sign up for bonus content & community, or have your business become a That's Helpful sponsor via Patreon. CONNECT WITH USConnect with That's Helpful & Ed Stott on Instagram & Facebook. Connect with Daryl on Instagram & via his website. BOOKHumble: Free Yourself from the Traps of a Narcissistic World Got an episode suggestion or feedback for me? Email me - ed@edwinastott.com 

In a little over 4 minutes, your eyes will be opened to the power of a beginner’s mindset, helping you to remove the fear & doubt & get you excited to dive into the unknown. SUPPORT THE PODCASTSupport the podcast, sign up for bonus content & community, or have your business become a That's Helpful sponsor via Patreon. CONNECT WITH MEConnect with That's Helpful & Ed Stott on Instagram. Got an episode suggestion or feedback for me? Email me - ed@edwinastott.com 

Working from home has given most of us more freedom over our workday than we’ve ever had before, but are you really making the most of it? Today - how to make working from home work for you - boost your productivity, reduce your stress and take advantage of this new world of work. My guest is Laura Vanderkam she’s an expert in time management & author of The New Corner Office: How The Most Successful People Work From Home. You can find the transcript of our conversation here. SUPPORT THE PODCASTSupport the podcast, sign up for bonus content & community, or have your business become a That's Helpful sponsor via Patreon. CONNECT WITH USConnect with That's Helpful & Ed Stott on Instagram. Find Laura on Instagram, Facebook via her website. BOOKThe New Corner Office: How the most successful people work from home Got an episode suggestion or feedback for me? Email me - ed@edwinastott.com 

You're told that it’s healthy to have total control over your mind, but how often do you let it out for a wander? Here's why you should & how to do it. SUPPORT THE PODCASTSupport the podcast, sign up for bonus content & community, or have your business become a That's Helpful sponsor via Patreon. CONNECT WITH MEConnect with That's Helpful & Ed Stott on Instagram. Got an episode suggestion or feedback for me? Email me - ed@edwinastott.com 

After losing her father as a child, her brother in her early twenties & her baby son only a couple of days after giving birth, Edwina Shaw has dealt with more than her fair share of grief. But she couldn't find the book she needed to help her process her loss, so she wrote it. She's the author of A Guide Through Grief, First Aid for your Heart & Soul. Whether you’re dealing with grief or you know someone who’s going through it, you’re really going to get so much from this conversation. Edwina talks about the stages of grief, dealing with anger, learning to live with the pain of loss & how to best support someone who's going through it. I promise you, this is an uplifting & inspiring conversation & one everyone should listen to. *TRIGGER WARNING: Though brief, there are mentions of suicide in this conversation* You can find the transcript of our conversation here. SUPPORT THE PODCASTSupport the podcast, sign up for bonus content & community, or have your business become a That's Helpful sponsor via Patreon. CONNECT WITH USConnect with That's Helpful & Ed Stott on Instagram. Find Edwina on Instagram, Facebook via her website. BOOKA Guide Through Grief, First Aid for your Heart & Soul MEDITATIONEdwina's meditation for comfort & joy EVENTSEdwina is running a Grief Workshop in Brisbane on Sunday March 26th 2023 She also runs Relax & Write Retreats throughout the year Got an episode suggestion or feedback for me? Email me - ed@edwinastott.com 

In March 2020, just a few days before the UK lockdowns, Helen Thorn's life took a turn she never saw coming. Stood in her husband's closet, she found a piece of paper that would see her life unravel. Helen is a comedian and one half of the Scummy Mummies duo, she’s since written a book about that discovery. Her book ‘Get Divorced, Be Happy’ details her first year of separation - it’s a book about surviving break-ups and thriving as a single person. Helen talks about the biggest lessons from divorce & her break-up, how to cope, how to guide children through the process & learning that her separation wasn't the end, more a messy begining. You can find the transcript of our conversation here.   SUPPORT THE PODCASTSupport the podcast, sign up for bonus content & community, or have your business become a That's Helpful sponsor via Patreon. CONNECT WITH USConnect with That's Helpful & Ed Stott on Instagram. Find Helen on Instagram, Twitter via her website. BOOKGet Divorced, Be Happy Got an episode suggestion or feedback for me? Email me - ed@edwinastott.com 

If you’ve ever been to the doctor's office and felt like you're not being listened to or you've left in a cloud of rage over how you've been treated, today's conversation is for you. Ragen Chastain is a certified health coach, functional fitness specialist, author & speaker who holds the world record for the heaviest woman to complete a marathon. In this episode, Ragen explains how you can get healthcare professionals to take you seriously, the preparations you should make before your appointments, how to find a good healthcare practitioner plus a whole bunch of other great advice that will really help make your healthcare a lot less frustrating. SUPPORT THE PODCASTSupport the podcast, sign up for bonus content & community, or have your business become a That's Helpful sponsor via Patreon. CONNECT WITH USConnect with That's Helpful & Ed Stott on Instagram. Find Ragen on Instagram, Facebook & via her website. ADDITIONAL INFOHAES Australia Got an episode suggestion or feedback for me? Email me - ed@edwinastott.com   

Is there really anything to be gained from just one month of sobriety? The research says yes! Dr Richard DeVisser has been working in health psychology & public health for the past 25 years and is currently based at the University of Sussex. His research has found that Dry January can give your health a boost until August, possibly beyond! Plus, you're not too late to start. Richard explains the benefits of Dry Jan, how to get started & how to make sure you stick to it. SUPPORT THE PODCASTSupport the podcast, sign up for bonus content & community, or have your business become a That's Helpful sponsor via Patreon. CONNECT WITH USConnect with That's Helpful & Ed Stott on Instagram. RESEARCHHow 'Dry January' is the secret to better sleep, saving money & losing weight ADDITIONAL INFODry January's: Are you in? Got an episode suggestion or feedback for me? Email me - ed@edwinastott.com 

Your dreams may be telling you things that your concious mind can't. So how do you understand what they mean? Dr Deidre Barrett is a dream researcher from Harvard University & the author of Pandemic Dreams & The Committee of Sleep. In this episode she'll teach you how to read your dreams, the meanings of common dreams & how to harness the power of your dreams to help heal trauma. SUPPORT THE PODCASTSupport the podcast, sign up for bonus content & community, or have your business become a That's Helpful sponsor via Patreon. CONNECT WITH USConnect with That's Helpful & Ed Stott on Instagram. Connect with Deidre on Instagram & Facebook. BOOKSThe Committee of Sleep & Pandemic Dreams Got an episode suggestion or feedback for me? Email me - ed@edwinastott.com 

What if I told you that no matter how bad a singer you think you are, you can learn? Libby O’Donovan is a critically acclaimed Jazz & Cabaret performer & an award-winning Musical Director. She says anyone can sing & if you assume you can’t, you’re missing out on so many incredible benefits! Today, she explains why joining a choir should be your New Years resolution & how you can embrace all the benefits wrapped up in embracing your voice. CONNECT WITH USConnect with That's Helpful & Ed Stott on Instagram.  Connect with Libby on Instagram & Facebook. Got an episode suggestion or feedback for me? Email me - ed@edwinastott.com