Paul & Orlaith

In this episode I highlight real examples of the disconnect between a healthy lifestyle versus an all-consuming "fitness" lifestyle

In this episode myself and Steve (good friend and old client) chat about the difference between holding on to other peoples words in a beneficial way versus letting them slide off like water off a ducks back

We often see the "after", but what about that messy phase in the middle where all the character is made? Grainne reflects on her progress to date-- half way to the goal she set herself earlier this year

A "Before and After" picture is amazing, yet tells but a fraction of the story. Here is Lisa's account of losing 60 pounds with a simple, sustainable approach

Let me share an idea from a book with you about the spectrum of learning, in this case about dieting, in a way perhaps you've never heard before

We assume more calories leads to more body-fat, but what about when it doesn't? I just want you to use this example to form your own opinion. Nuance matters. Context matters. There are no real answers, just better guidelines, for you, right now. 

Principles are universal truths. Methods are the particular form of procedure we use to arrive at a principle This really matters in the realm of "dieting"

Today Brian joins me to discuss the release of his new book Rewire Your Mindset

My client Gill shares her story about improving outlook on food. She shares how she didn't want her twenties to be wasted in negative diet cycles, and the difficulties she has faced along the way. Thought-provoking piece from an intelligent lady 

I'm 30 tomorrow Here are some pearls of wisdom that smart people have taught me

In this episode I reply to a DM from a follower who messages looking for advice on what to do when large packets of sweets are open regularly and willpower seems weak. I believe this is a skill and mindset more than a "willpower" issue. 

Some of the worst mistakes I see from this one trainers point of view   1. Focusing on the little details and neglecting those that matter   2. Black vs white/ good vs bad thinking   3. Too many changes at once   4. Mismanagement of the scale

7 great lessons from my 100 episodes to date.   They include not being in such a rush, hedonic adaptation amongst others

A personal account of how certain ideas have helped improve my relationship with food 1. I began using principles, not methods 2. I stopped seeing food as good or bad 3. I stopped using dieting as self-flagellation 4. I realised food will always be there 5. I changed the lingo I used 6. I knew if you were never on a plan, you can never be off a plan 7. I asked better questions 8. I began to critically evaluate information I was offered 9. I stopped idolising physiques 10. I stopped being afraid of a little fat gain

Steve is back to chat about the recent fat-shaming stories in the media and his own personal experiences as well as dealing with it, how losing 110 pounds has changed his life exactly one year on and the mindset shifts that finally worked

As I grow and mature, these may change and/or be developed upon   Here are 8 ideas I wish to share   1. Make decisions from love, abundance and curiosity and not fear/hate 2. Use other people's ideas to expand on and challenge your own but don't follow blindly. 3. Critically think. The burden of proof is on the person offering you unsolicited advice. 4. Learn rather than wish for. 5. Understand whether desire would enhance your life or whether it's just another way to remain unhappy 6. Self-educate 7. Define a clear set of core values for yourself 8. Seek happiness always, even if you think you cannot find it.

I'm joined by Orlaith this week who shares some very open, honest and unique views on dealing with negative body-image.    There's a tonne of value in this episode.

What can I say? 100 pounds of weight loss, taking complete ownership, the worst moments of her life and her infectious moments of triumph (as can be seen on her IG), CBT, her appearance on the Late Late show. We go over absolutely everything about this lady's remarkable progress

In this episode I share two conflicting strategies I use to ensure I'm chasing my own personal happiness. They involves setting targets, to-do list and a morning routine. I may be late to the party here, but I think there is some gold in this  

I recently received a DM from a follower asking for a little advice on how to get out of day-to-day thinking and chaos and deviate towards more structure, order and long-term thinking.   A little bit different with this episode.