My guest today is Lewis Robling. Lewis has just completed 5, 5 day 250km Ultra marathons across the world, all in one year. The first man to ever do this. During the conversation, we discuss Lewis's life as a pro rugby player, his decision to retire and what led him to the world of ultra. This is an open, honest and and times vulnerable conversation on growth, community, overcoming self-doubt, mental health and finding your passion and purpose. This is one of my favourite conversations. I hope you enjoy. If you enjoyed please feel free to rate 5 stars and subscribe, thank you.

In this episode, I am joined on the podcast for the second time by author, speaker and endurance athlete Luke Tyburksi. Throughout the conversation, we speak about the following:  Luke's mental health journey and the importance of talking. Discovering your identity. Overcoming self-harm through exercise. Strengthening your mindset.  Overcoming difficult times and what you should do if you’re struggling. Following and trusting your own intuition. The importance of believing in yourself. I hope you enjoy, please let me know what you think and feel free to subscribe and rate.

On today's podcast, I am joined by the Founder of Breatheolution: Kevin O'Neill. Since 2019, Kev has helped thousands of people with their overall wellbeing and unlocking new parts of themselves. This episode is up there with one of my favourite episodes for sure.  A really honest, open and vulnerable conversation about mental health, getting the best out of yourself and deciding when it's time to change. The topics we cover are: Kevin's Story. Stopping alcohol and why. Processing trauma. Dopamine and what it is. The benefits of nasal breathing. The benefits of cold water. What's holding people back. Mental health. Lessons learnt. What we can do to make change.

With World Holocaust day being on the 27th of January. I thought I would dedicate this week's podcast to Dr Edith Eger, by re-releasing this podcast episode from 2021. Dr Eger is an Auschwitz survivor, psychologist and Author. This is one of the most surreal conversations I have had. An incredibly inspiring story.

In this episode, I am joined on the podcast by speaker, mental health activist and endurance athlete Dan Keeley. Throughout today's conversation, we speak about the following: Dan's early life. Childhood abuse. A psychotic episode whilst on holiday in Italy in 2012. Life with bipolar and recovery. Overcoming difficult times. Following and trusting your own intuition. What Dan learnt from running 1250 miles from Rome to London to raise awareness for mental health. His work in the mental health space. I hope you enjoy, please let me know what you think and feel free to subscribe and rate.

In this episode, I am joined by author, mental health advocate and endurance athlete Alex Staniforth. Throughout today's conversation, we speak about the following: Alex's early life. Overcoming bullying as a child. Discovering your identity. Following and trusting your own intuition. Alex's experiences on Everest and witnessing the 2015 Nepal Earthquake. Life after surviving the Everest avalanches. Lessons learnt. Mental health. The importance of believing in yourself. I hope you enjoy, please let me know what you think and feel free to subscribe, share and rate.

Mini episode focusing on how to overcome difficulties and build a world champion mentality. One of the most inspiring conversations I have been fortunate enough to have with David Smith MBE on becoming World Champion and overcoming Cancer.

My guest today is Glenn Murphy. He is someone who suffered from anxiety and agoraphobia for 10 years of his life.

This is one of the most inspiring stories that I have been fortunate enough to come across, he shares his story from crippling anxiety which prevented him from going further than 3km of his home in Ireland to then finding his passion and as well as finding love and fulfilment in Paris.

Glenn is now a coach who helps people who are experiencing anxiety and agoraphobia. 

Please feel free to share and tag us both in it on Instagram.

 

My first solo podcast. In this episode I share the top 10 lessons I have learnt in 50 episodes. I hope you enjoy. Please feel free to share, subscribe and rate.

This week, I spoke to former US national security expert for the Pentagon Ashley Stahl. During Ashley's time working in counter terrorism for the United States Department of Defence, she was only in her only twenties. We spoke about the lessons and experiences she gained, as well as how this time in her life helped shape her and allowed her to realise what she really wanted in life. Ashley is now a Career Coach, Author, Podcast Host and Speaker. Her Ted X speech on 'figuring out what you want' has been viewed over 6.1 million times. Ashley now helps people find their purpose and become their most authentic selves to pursue what they enjoy doing and not stay in a place or situation where they're unhappy. During the conversation we spoke about the following themes: Overcoming imposter syndrome. What self-sabotage really is. How to use doubt. What to do with grief. How to find your purpose. Taking time for yourself. Here is a link to Ashley's website: https://www.ashleystahl.com/  Please feel free to share and subscribe.

In today's podcast, I am joined by BAFTA award winning writer Geoff Thompson.

Geoff is also an acclaimed mixed martial artist, spiritual teacher, coach and film maker.

Throughout today's conversation we speak about Geoff's earlier life which formed him. This is the most raw and open conversation I have had on the podcast. Geoff shares his experiences with depression, being abused and overcoming his fears that were holding him back.

This conversation is completely raw and unedited. You'll know why when you listen to it. I didn't want to take any authenticity out of it.

I hope this conversation helps you in someway.

This is definitely a conversation on overcoming your biggest fears and finding happiness.

Please feel free to share and subscribe.

This week I am joined by author, hypnotists and mind coach Tim Box. You may have seen Tim's Ted X speech on you tube called 'How to stop feeling anxious about anxiety'. The speech was viewed over 1.2 million times. 

During the podcast we speak about:

- Misconceptions around anxiety.

- How to cope with overwhelming anxiety.

- Combatting intrusive thoughts.

- The difference between anxiety and panic.

- What you can do to take control.

- How you can not let anxiety hold you back.

- Viewing anxiety as just an emotion, rather than labelling it as an illness.

- Why anxiety can help you.

If you or someone you know experiences anxiety, share this conversation with them.

You can contact Tim's website here: https://www.thecontrolsystem.co.uk/about-control 

All rating and reviews are appreciated.

I am joined by the current Super League Man of Steel Sam Tomkins. Sam currently plays his rugby league for Catalan Dragons and England. In his career so far he has won 3 Super League titles and 2 Challenge Cup finals with Wigan.

I really enjoyed this conversation, exploring the difference between being good at something and then being great at something.

During the conversation we also talk about:

What makes an effective leader.

Overcoming difficult times through injury.

Social media.

The difference between being good at something and being great.

Imposter syndrome.

Addressing doubt.

Handling pressure.

Getting out of your comfort zone.

What it was like being an international player at such a young age.

How to be consistent.

Advice he lives by.

Enjoy.

'Health is the result of investing in good nutrition'.

This week's guest is Sammy Cooper a nutritionist at Marchon. This conversation was one of my favourites as it was one of the most honest and refreshing conversation I have had and I know it will add value to every single listener.

Sammy was able to debunk a lot of diet and nutrition myths.

Throughout the conversation, we covered the following topics:

Nutrition should be about self-care and not self-harm.

The value of sleep and rest.

Self-worth.

Exercise.

What to eat when you're ill or in injured.

Macro information.

Supplements.

Being kind to yourself.

Nutrition and performance.

I hope you enjoy!

In this podcast I am joined by Natalie Costa. Natalie is a children's confidence coach, an author, a super tutor for BBC Bitesize and the creator of 'Power Thoughts'.

Natalie's work is incredibly powerful and important, she teaches children that it is ok to fail and make a mistake. Often children can have high levels of anxiety when it comes to getting things wrong, which leads to low confidence and low self belief. What Natalie does is help children to develop their confidence, build resilience, adopt a can do attitude and help children tap into the power of their mind, as well as articulate their feelings.

This was one of the most important podcasts I have done in the mental health space and discovering ways to help a young person with their confidence, mental health and overall well-being.

 

My guest this week is Olympic Gold Medallist Amy Williams MBE. Amy won her Gold medal in the Vancouver 2010 winter Olympics, competing in the Skeleton Event. She is also the first GB athlete in 30 years to win a Gold Medal in a Winter Olympics, and the first female athlete achieve this for 58 years! This conversation was a really interesting insight into how important consistency, self belief and discipline is. This is an honest story on how you can become successful by showing up everyday, bringing your best and enduring the hard days. All while enjoying the journey and the lessons it has to offer. Amy is now a speaker, TV presenter, athlete, ambassador, author and personal trainer. Here is the link to her website: https://www.amywilliams.com/ 

This week's guest is New Zealand Rugby 7's international Tyla Nathan-Wong.

During the course of her career so far, she has won 6 world series titles, a commonwealth games gold medal, an Olympic silver medal and most recently an Olympic Gold medal in Tokyo. She was also named New Zealand Rugby Sevens player of the year in 2019 and is the second person ever to score 1000 world series points.

This is a really interesting conversation with a world champion on what it takes to get the best out of yourself and create a world class team environment.

My guest today is my good friend Sam Jones. Sam is  Welsh Premiership rugby player who has represented Cardiff Blues A and been a part of the Wales Under 20's and Wales 7's training squads. But unfortunately injuries have prevented him from selection. I have known Sam a long time, and I have seen first hand the battles he's had to overcome with regards to injuries. But every time he comes back stronger, it takes a strong person to do that.

This conversation will focus on how to overcome setbacks and not let your current situation stop you from moving forward.

My guest today is Mindset and Fitness coach Ben Eastwood. Ben has had a really interesting route to becoming a Mindset coach, from suffering with depression, to being involved with the wrong crowd in his early twenties, these experiences prompted a change in him to search for more in his life and find his purpose. Ben is now a phenomenal coach with a wealth of knowledge and is continuing to help countless people.  Throughout the conversation Ben gives 6 key principles for developing a positive mindset that everyone can apply into their lives to improve their overall well-being.

My guest today is Dr Natalie Christine, a clinical psychologist, instructor at Harvard Medical School and a depression specialist.  In today's conversation, we talk about the 6 steps to avoid stress, anxiety, depression and burnout. This is a really powerful conversation full of new insights and incredible knowledge that I am honoured to share.  Feel free to share with other people who you think will benefit from Dr Natalie Christine's knowledge. If you would like more information on Dr Natalie Christine, here is her website information: https://www.drnataliechristine.com/  Hope you enjoy.