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In part 3, Dr Lindsay Browning discusses the impact coffee and alcohol have on your sleep, the importance of having a relaxing wind-down routine and why you should never snooze your alarm…Plus, Lindsay and Dr Alex George bust some common myths about sleep and Lindsay shares some useful tips and tricks to help you improve the quality of your sleep.Follow @drbrowningsleep and get her book ‘Navigating Sleeplessness: How to Sleep Deeper and Better for Longer' Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastGet the new, pocket guide version of The Mind Manual nowDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In part 2, Dr Lindsay Browning joins Dr Alex George to discuss what insomnia actually is, why maintaining our circadian rhythm is vital for our sleep health and the different reasons so many of us struggle to fall asleep.Plus, Lindsay reveals the role of cortisol in our sleep schedule and how our phones impact our ability to fall asleep…Follow @drbrowningsleep and get her book ‘Navigating Sleeplessness: How to Sleep Deeper and Better for Longer' Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastGet the new, pocket guide version of The Mind Manual nowDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr Lindsay Browning is a chartered psychologist, neuroscientist and sleep expert who holds a doctorate in insomnia from the University of Oxford. She is the founder of Trouble Sleeping, a clinic based in Berkshire that has been helping people to improve their sleep for the past 15 years. In part 1, Lindsay joins Dr Alex George to unpack what a good night's sleep actually is, why we don't all need 8 hours of sleep and shares the important role our dreams play in processing our emotions.Plus, Lindsay explains the three different stages of sleep and reveals whether you can change from a night owl to an early bird…Follow @drbrowningsleep and get her book ‘Navigating Sleeplessness: How to Sleep Deeper and Better for Longer' Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastGet the new, pocket guide version of The Mind Manual nowDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In part 3, Tj Power gives some helpful tips and tricks for rebalancing your brain chemistry and living a happier life.Plus, Tj and Dr Alex George unpack how being bored can help stabilise your dopamine levels, the link between gut health and serotonin and how using a tablet can help curb your phone addiction…Follow @tjpower and get his book ‘The DOSE Effect: Small Habits to Boost Your Brain Chemistry' Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastGet the new, pocket guide version of The Mind Manual nowDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In part 2, Tj Power unpacks how our brain chemistry hasn't adapted to our new modern world and reveals how our ancestors can teach us how to live happier, more fulfilled lives.Plus, Tj and Dr Alex George discuss why you should be in the pursuit of progress (not success!), the impact being in nature has on our serotonin levels and how uncomfortable emotions can guide you to an alternative life.Follow @tjpower and get his book ‘The DOSE Effect: Small Habits to Boost Your Brain Chemistry' Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastGet the new, pocket guide version of The Mind Manual nowDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tj Power is a neuroscientist and creator of The DOSE Effect, a concept which explains how dopamine, oxytocin, serotonin and endorphins influence our physical and mental health. Tj's organisation The DOSE Lab provides relatable, science-backed strategies to empower individuals to improve their mental wellbeing by rebalancing their brain chemistry. His book ‘The DOSE Effect: Small Habits to Boost Your Brain Chemistry' became an instant Sunday Times Bestseller earlier this year.In part 1, Tj joins Dr Alex George to discuss the role each chemical in The DOSE Effect plays in our lives, the key differences between quick and slow dopamine hits and the brain chemistry behind our collective addiction to our phones.Plus, Tj explains how low serotonin can lead to rumination and reveals how we can use these four key brain chemicals to our advantage…Follow @tjpower and get his book ‘The DOSE Effect: Small Habits to Boost Your Brain Chemistry' Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastGet the new, pocket guide version of The Mind Manual nowDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In part 3, Nicola Slawson and Dr Alex George discuss how your living situation can influence how you feel about being single, why it's so important to put yourself out there and how being single can give you a unique sense of freedom…Plus, Nicola gives her top three tips to help you live your best single life.Follow @nicola_slawson and get her book ‘Single: Living a Complete Life on Your Own Terms'Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastGet the new, pocket guide version of The Mind Manual nowDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In part 2, Nicola Slawson joins Dr Alex George to unpack how being single can impact you financially, the self-confidence that can come with being single and how truly accepting and knowing yourself is the key to living a happy life.Plus, Nicola describes the conflicting emotions of wanting to be single whilst also wanting children and explains how she platonically co-parents her child with her best friend.Follow @nicola_slawson and get her book ‘Single: Living a Complete Life on Your Own Terms'Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastGet the new, pocket guide version of The Mind Manual nowDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nicola Slawson is a journalist, author and public speaker who released her book ‘Single: Living a Complete Life on Your Own Terms' earlier this year.Around 40% of people in the UK are single at any one time, yet singledom is rarely talked about.In part 1, Nicola and Dr Alex George discuss being single by choice, the societal expectation to be in a relationship and how despite public preconceptions - single people aren't living without love.Plus, Nicola unpacks the importance of fostering social connectedness and explains why being a romantic doesn't negate wanting to be single…Follow @nicola_slawson and get her book ‘Single: Living a Complete Life on Your Own Terms'Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastGet the new, pocket guide version of The Mind Manual nowDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In part 3, Patrick and Dr Alex George unravel the concept of ‘enclothed cognition' and discuss how the clothes we wear can improve our mood and even elevate our level of authority…Plus, Patrick shares his thoughts on ‘dopamine dressing', the importance of fashion for our self-expression and how we can all tell a story through our clothes.Follow @patrickgrantism and get his book ‘Less: Stop Buying So Much Rubbish: How Having Fewer, Better Things Can Make Us Happier'Check out community clothingFollow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastGet the new, pocket guide version of The Mind Manual nowDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In part 2, Patrick Grant unpacks the impact fast fashion is having on our mental health, how he started his clothing brand Community Clothing and shares why it's so important to readdress your relationship with your wardrobe.Plus, Patrick talks to Dr Alex George about how buying quality clothing can improve your sense of wellbeing and reveals the coolest person he ever made a suit for…Follow @patrickgrantism and get his book ‘Less: Stop Buying So Much Rubbish: How Having Fewer, Better Things Can Make Us Happier'Check out community clothingFollow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastGet the new, pocket guide version of The Mind Manual nowDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Best known for being a judge on The Great British Sewing Bee, Patrick Grant is a fashion designer, businessman and former Saville Row tailor.It's no secret that overconsumption is a huge problem. Patrick is passionate about getting people to rethink what they purchase and released his book ‘Less: Stop Buying So Much Rubbish: How Having Fewer, Better Things Can Make Us Happier' last year.In part 1, Patrick talks to Dr Alex George about the impact that owning so much stuff can have on our mental health, how our consumption habits have changed over centuries and the role fashion brands play in our collective overconsumption…Plus, Patrick highlights that it's not buying more things that makes us happy, but rather the connections we build with our belongings that improves our wellbeing.Follow @patrickgrantism and get his book ‘Less: Stop Buying So Much Rubbish: How Having Fewer, Better Things Can Make Us Happier'Check out community clothingFollow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastGet the new, pocket guide version of The Mind Manual nowDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In part 3, Laura Mucha gives some helpful advice on how to use attachment theory to improve our relationships, reveals how attachment theory impacts all relationship types (not just romantic!) and explains why we shouldn't run away from security, even if it's something we're not used to experiencing…Plus, Laura and Dr Alex George discuss why we shouldn't demonise insecure attachment, it does serve a purpose in keeping us safe - otherwise it wouldn't exist!Follow @lauramucha and get her book ‘Please Find Attached: How Attachment Theory Explains Our Relationships'Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastGet the new, pocket guide version of The Mind Manual nowDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In part 2, Laura Mucha unpacks the preoccupied and disorganised attachment styles, the differences between the interview and questionnaire methods of researching attachment theory and reveals whether or not it is possible to change our attachment style…Plus, Laura and Dr Alex George discuss the impact our upbringing has on our adult relationships and the importance of having people in your life who understand your attachment style and how it may influence your behaviour.Follow @lauramucha and get her book ‘Please Find Attached: How Attachment Theory Explains Our Relationships'Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastGet the new, pocket guide version of The Mind Manual nowDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Laura Mucha is an award-winning poet and Author-in-Residence in the Department of Public Health & Primary Care at the University of Cambridge. She has authored numerous books for adults and children, and earlier this year released her latest book ‘Please Find Attached: How Attachment Theory Explains Our Relationships'.In part 1, Laura joins Dr Alex George to discuss what attachment theory actually is, the different attachment styles and how they first appear in childhood.Plus, Laura explains the different memory systems involved in attachment theory and reveals how being hit by a car changed her perspective on life and pushed her to finish writing her first book about relationships…Follow @lauramucha and get her book ‘Please Find Attached: How Attachment Theory Explains Our Relationships'Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastGet the new, pocket guide version of The Mind Manual nowDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In part 3, Dr Rupy Aujla shares some useful recipes to increase your protein intake and reveals why we shouldn't be afraid of inflammation…Follow @doctors_kitchen and get his book ‘Healthy High Protein: Supercharge your energy, feel stronger and live longer'Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastGet the new, pocket guide version of The Mind Manual nowDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In part 2, Dr Rupy Aujla shares the impact of protein on your hormones and reveals why it's so important for menopausal women to increase their protein intake.Plus, Rupy and Dr Alex George unpack how protein can boost your energy levels and why magical things can happen when you combine a high protein diet with resistance training…Follow @doctors_kitchen and get his book ‘Healthy High Protein: Supercharge your energy, feel stronger and live longer'Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastGet the new, pocket guide version of The Mind Manual nowDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr Rupy Aujla is an NHS doctor and nutritionist. After suffering from a heart condition, Rupy set up The Doctor's Kitchen, a platform dedicated to helping people live healthier, happier lives using evidence-based food and lifestyle medicine. His latest book ‘Healthy High Protein: Supercharge your energy, feel stronger and live longer' was released on 13th March 2025.In part 1, Rupy joins Dr Alex George to unpack what protein actually is, why it's so important for our health and why so many of us are actually underconsuming protein…Plus, Rupy busts some common myths about protein and reveals how much protein we should be aiming to consume in a day and whether or not there is such a thing as too much protein.Follow @doctors_kitchen and get his book ‘Healthy High Protein: Supercharge your energy, feel stronger and live longer'Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastGet the new, pocket guide version of The Mind Manual nowDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In part 3, Owen shares some helpful tips for managing anxiety and explains why it's so important to not push away your anxious thoughts - it will only make your anxiety worse!Plus, Owen and Dr Alex George share what working in the NHS has taught them about life and how that relates to their own anxieties…Follow @owenokaneten and get his book ‘Addicted to Anxiety' Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastGet the new, pocket guide version of The Mind Manual nowDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In part 2, Owen O'Kane joins Dr Alex George to discuss the concept of ‘the anxious self', and reveals why you should let it live alongside you, rather than fight it.Plus, Owen shares the importance of feeling your thoughts instead of intellectualising them, why you need to set boundaries with your anxiety and reveals why you need to be willing to sit with feelings of discomfort.Follow @owenokaneten and get his book ‘Addicted to Anxiety' Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastGet the new, pocket guide version of The Mind Manual nowDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Owen O'Kane is a psychotherapist with over 25 years clinical experience and is regarded as one of the UK's leading and most trusted mental health experts.He is a Sunday Times bestselling author, and his book ‘Addicted to Anxiety' explores whether there is an addictive component to anxiety.In part 1, Owen joins Dr Alex George to unpack how we can become attached to the process of anxiety and how even though it can be uncomfortable, anxiety ultimately operates as a protective mechanism…Plus, the pair discuss their experiences of anxiety and tips to manage anxious thoughts.Follow @owenokaneten and get his book ‘Addicted to Anxiety' Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastGet the new, pocket guide version of The Mind Manual nowDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In part 3, Alex Partridge shares some helpful tips for managing ADHD, including how to take accountability for your actions and beneficial exercises you can do to improve your self-awareness.Plus, Alex and Dr Alex George talk about the perception of time when you have ADHD and give some advice to parents of ADHD children…Follow @alex_partridge_100, listen to the ADHD Chatter podcast and check out his book ‘Now It All Makes Sense: How An ADHD Diagnosis Changed My Life'.Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastGet the new, pocket guide version of The Mind Manual nowDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In part 2, Alex Partridge joins Dr Alex George to dive deep into the process of getting an ADHD diagnosis, why they believe the word ‘deficit' is an inaccurate description of ADHD and unpack why it's vital to share your worries with others.Plus, Alex reveals why so many women have been misdiagnosed with anxiety instead of ADHD and flips the script on traits we commonly associate with ADHD - people rarely focus on the positive elements such as boosted creativity!Follow @alex_partridge_100, listen to the ADHD Chatter podcast and check out his book ‘Now It All Makes Sense: How An ADHD Diagnosis Changed My Life'.Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastGet the new, pocket guide version of The Mind Manual nowDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Alex Partridge is the founder of LADBible and UNILAD, and host of the hugely successful podcast ADHD Chatter.After being diagnosed with ADHD later in life at 34, Alex has built a platform dedicated to helping others understand their ADHD diagnosis and recently released his debut book ‘Now It All Makes Sense: How An ADHD Diagnosis Changed My Life'.In part 1, Alex joins Dr Alex George to unpack what ADHD actually is, how it affects those who have it and reveals why it's so important to be kind to yourself.Plus, the pair discuss their experiences with alcohol as ADHDers, and why they believe Rejection Sensitivity Dysphoria is the hardest part of having ADHD…Follow @alex_partridge_100, listen to the ADHD Chatter podcast and check out his book ‘Now It All Makes Sense: How An ADHD Diagnosis Changed My Life'.Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastGet the new, pocket guide version of The Mind Manual nowDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In part 3, Adrienne shares her tips for accepting when you've made a bad decision, and why having regrets isn't necessarily a bad thing…Plus, Adrienne and Dr Alex George unpack the burden people-pleasing can have on your life and share their experiences of imposter syndrome.Follow @adrienne_ldn and get her book ‘Decisions That Matter: How to Make Decisions In A World of Endless Choice'Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastGet the new, pocket guide version of The Mind Manual nowDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In part 2, Adrienna Adhami talks to Dr Alex George about the importance of understanding your values. Many of us are influenced by our friends, family and even society's view of what's important, so how do we figure out what actually matters to us?Plus, Adrienne shares some wisdom about defining success for you and reveals how making difficult decisions can pay off in the long run, even if they hurt in the moment.Follow @adrienne_ldn and get her book ‘Decisions That Matter: How to Make Decisions In A World of Endless Choice'Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastGet the new, pocket guide version of The Mind Manual nowDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Adrienne Adhami is a wellbeing expert, podcaster and author of the brilliant new book Decisions That Matter: How To Make Decisions In A World of Endless Choice.In part 1, Adrienne joins Dr Alex George to unpack how to make effective decisions that can lead you to the life you want. Research shows we make 35,000 decisions in just one day, so it's important to make them count!Plus, Adrienne reveals what decision-fatigue really is, why it's so important to trust your gut and shares how understanding what season of life you're in can help you make the decisions that are right for you.Follow @adrienne_ldn and get her book ‘Decisions That Matter: How to Make Decisions In A World of Endless Choice'Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastGet the new, pocket guide version of The Mind Manual nowDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In part 3, Dr Helen Evans-Howells reveals that allergy-sufferers have some of the poorest qualities of life in the UK and shares some helpful tips for supporting the people with allergies in your life.Plus, Helen talks to Dr Alex George about the importance of continuing to live your life in spite of your allergies. Follow @drhelenallergy and check out Anaphylaxis UK.Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastGet the new, pocket guide version of The Mind Manual nowDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In part 2, Dr Helen Evans-Howells discusses when is the right time to introduce your child to allergens and gives tips on how to manage hay fever and asthma.Plus, Helen talks to Dr Alex George about why it's so important to keep allergens in your children's diet once they've been introduced and reveals the exciting changes happening in the allergy world…Follow @drhelenallergy and check out Anaphylaxis UK.Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastGet the new, pocket guide version of The Mind Manual nowDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr Helen Evans-Howells is an allergy specialist with nearly 20 years experience as a GP in the NHS. She's an allergy sufferer herself, and now runs her own food and environmental immunotherapy clinics in the UK.In part 1, Helen joins Dr Alex George to unpack the different types of allergies, how they develop and the different ways they can be treated.Plus, Helen debunks common myths about allergic reactions and highlights the importance of recognising the early signs of anaphylaxis.Follow @drhelenallergy and check out Anaphylaxis UK.Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastGet the new, pocket guide version of The Mind Manual nowDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In part 3, Claire and Alex discuss the importance of having a good work-life balance, how having a ‘third space' that isn't your home or place of work can boost your mood and discuss whether working-from-home is actually detrimental for your mental health...Plus, Alex and Claire talk about how connecting with nature is incredibly helpful for alleviating symptoms of burnout and why it's so important to take a moment of pause.Follow @drclaireplumbly and get her book ‘Burnout: How to Manage Your Nervous System Before it Manages You'.Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastGet the new, pocket guide version of The Mind Manual nowDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In part 2, Dr Claire Plumbly unpacks the damage being a people-pleaser can have on our mental health and how practicing compassion can help alleviate burnout.Plus, Alex shares his experiences with guilt and people-pleasing, and Claire shares some helpful tips for quietening your inner critic… Follow @drclaireplumbly and get her book ‘Burnout: How to Manage Your Nervous System Before it Manages You'.Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastGet the new, pocket guide version of The Mind Manual nowDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr Claire Plumbly is a clinical psychologist with over 20 years experience helping people overcome anxiety, trauma and burnout. In part 1, Claire joins Dr Alex George to discuss the key signs of burnout, the roles our sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems play in our daily lives and how understanding our nervous system can help us practice self-compassion…Follow @drclaireplumbly and get her book ‘Burnout: How to Manage Your Nervous System Before it Manages You'.Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastGet the new, pocket guide version of The Mind Manual nowDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In part 3, Jim discusses the importance of following your heart and having the confidence to step out of your comfort zone. Jim shares his experience of growing up with an abusive father, reveals why he dropped out of his Masters in Psychology to pursue social media and why failure is so important for self-development.Plus, Alex and Jim discuss why they find value in social media and Jim reveals the time he was offered a trip to space!Follow @jimchapman on InstagramFollow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastGet the new, pocket guide version of The Mind Manual nowDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In part 2, Jim shares his mental health journey and reveals how his concerns have shifted since having children.Jim discusses the impact exercise has on his mental health, why you should always endeavour to change a ‘what if?' into a ‘why not?' and why he doesn't need a legacy to feel fulfilled with his life.Plus, Jim and Alex talk about the continuous role mental fitness plays in their lives and why worrying is just punishing yourself twice…Follow @jimchapman on InstagramFollow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastGet the new, pocket guide version of The Mind Manual nowDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With over 2 million followers, Jim Chapman is a household name in the world of online creators, as one of the original British YouTubers. In part 1, Jim joins Dr Alex George to discuss his rise to social media stardom, how he's raising his children in this digital age and why it's vital that regulations are put in place to ensure social media sites are enjoyable and credible spaces.Plus, Jim and Alex discuss the pressures of a career in content creation and the dangers of doomscrolling…Follow @jimchapman on InstagramFollow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastGet the new, pocket guide version of The Mind Manual nowDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In part 3, Dr Lalitaa Suglani and Dr Alex George discuss the weight of perfectionism and how to lead your life with intention so that you can feel in control of your decisions.Plus, Lalitaa explains how practicing gratitude can help with rumination, how you can tell if something is a good or a bad habit and reveals her advice for people who have never been to therapy before…Follow @dr.lalitaa and get her book ‘High-Functioning Anxiety: A 5-Step Guide to Calming the Inner Panic and Thriving'.Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastGet the new, pocket guide version of The Mind Manual nowDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In part 2, Dr Lalitaa Suglani explains how shame and guilt are linked, and why feeling these emotions isn't necessarily a bad thing…Do you constantly feel like you're not ‘good enough'? Lalitaa reveals why self-trust is so important in overcoming anxiety, and explains what it means to ‘sit with' your emotions.Plus, Lalitaa and Alex talk about their own experiences of anxiety and discuss why it is imperative to see everyone as a work-in-progress.Follow @dr.lalitaa and get her book ‘High-Functioning Anxiety: A 5-Step Guide to Calming the Inner Panic and Thriving'.Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastGet the new, pocket guide version of The Mind Manual nowDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr Lalitaa Suglani is an author and award-winning psychologist with over 17 years experience who has helped over 10,000 clients combat anxiety, perfectionism and burnout.In part 1, Lalitaa joins Dr Alex George to discuss the two sides of high-functioning anxiety, the importance of listening to your body and why so many people with high-functioning anxiety don't even realise they have it…Follow @dr.lalitaa and get her book ‘High-Functioning Anxiety: A 5-Step Guide to Calming the Inner Panic and Thriving'.Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastGet the new, pocket guide version of The Mind Manual nowDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In part 3, Sahil Bloom dives into the final 2 types of wealth: Mental and Financial. Do you feel like you need to reply to every message instantly? Sahil explains how to slow down and what we can learn from how Lionel Messi plays football.Plus, Sahil and Alex discuss financial security, the challenges money can bring and why chasing extreme financial wealth may not be the answer to your problems… Follow @sahilbloom and get his book ‘The 5 Types of Wealth: A Transformative Guide To Design Your Dream Life'Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastGet the new, pocket guide version of The Mind Manual nowDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In part 2, Sahil Bloom breaks down the first 3 types of wealth: Time, Social and Physical. Sahil explains how to reframe a job you hate, why you need to invest in relationships like you would your finances and the 3 things you need to do to have good physical health. Follow @sahilbloom and get his book ‘The 5 Types of Wealth: A Transformative Guide To Design Your Dream Life'Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastGet the new, pocket guide version of The Mind Manual nowDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sahil Bloom is an American entrepreneur and writer who is on a mission to redefine what it means to live a wealthy life. In part 1, Sahil joins Dr Alex George to share why chasing financial success led him to his life falling apart, why ‘later' ends up becoming another word for ‘never' and why he believes money CAN buy happiness to a point…Follow @sahilbloom and get his book ‘The 5 Types of Wealth: A Transformative Guide To Design Your Dream Life'Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastGet the new, pocket guide version of The Mind Manual nowDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In part 3, Professor Greg Whyte explains why rest days are so important, but how to ensure you don't lose momentum with your fitness.Plus, Greg shares why he thinks there's not one perfect workout, and discusses the social benefits of exercising with others.Follow @profgregw on InstagramFollow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastGet the new, pocket guide version of The Mind Manual nowDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In part 2, Professor Greg and Dr Alex discuss how to introduce exercise into your routine without losing motivation, and the different ways of getting active if running doesn't appeal to you. Greg tells us the differences between intrinsic and extrinsic motivation, explains why it's important to support your psychological self when exercising and details how to deal with setbacks in your fitness journey.Follow @profgregw on InstagramFollow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastGet the new, pocket guide version of The Mind Manual nowDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Is your New Year's resolution to get back into the gym this year? Former Olympian and Professor of Sport and Exercise Greg Whyte joins Dr Alex George to share how to achieve your fitness goals in 2025, and how you can make exercise a permanent habit for life. In part 1, Greg shares why exercising when we're older is more important than exercising now, why prehabilitation is as essential as rehabilitation and how meaningful goal-setting can improve self-motivation. Follow @profgregw on InstagramFollow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastGet the new, pocket guide version of The Mind Manual nowDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In part 3, Andy Webb of ‘Be Clever With Your Cash' shares his top tips when it comes to credit cards, and why it's ok to be afraid of them.Andy explains the benefits of credit cards, the key things you need to be aware of before signing up and how to decide which credit card is right for you. Plus, Andy reveals his top tip to get your mindset right for your finances in 2025. Follow @Becleverwithyourcash and get more tips at becleverwithyourcash.comFollow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastGet the new, pocket guide version of The Mind Manual nowDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In part 2, Andy and Dr Alex discuss the concept of ‘free money', and whether they're too good to be true…Andy shares his simple tips on claiming free money: he explains how cashback works, why switching your bank might be the answer and how to invest without worrying about losing out on thousands. Follow @Becleverwithyourcash and get more tips at becleverwithyourcash.comFollow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastGet the new, pocket guide version of The Mind Manual nowDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Have you started the new year feeling stressed about money? Personal finance journalist and the editor-in-chief of ‘Be Clever With Your Cash', Andy Webb is joining Dr Alex George to share how you can get yourself on track for a financially healthy year.In part 1, Andy explains where you should start with your money admin, why you shouldn't have savings if you have any kind of debt and the importance of building an emergency fund. Plus, he shares bad habits that you can start cutting out and how to start saving today. Follow @Becleverwithyourcash and get more tips at becleverwithyourcash.comFollow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastGet the new, pocket guide version of The Mind Manual nowDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In part 3, Dr Julie Smith shares her tips on what to do when you're feeling overwhelmed and anxious. Julie and Alex discuss the importance of working towards solving your own problems, Julie opens up about her cancer diagnosis and why it's led her to say ‘no' more often, as well as how to go into 2025 without the pressure to overhaul your life. Follow @drjulie and get her new book ‘Open When' Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastGet the new, pocket guide version of The Mind Manual nowDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In part 2, Dr Julie Smith dives into comparison: explaining when it's useful and when it's detrimental to your mental health. Julie shares how to identify when a comparison is good or bad, why you should never compare yourself to someone you know personally and the benefits of understanding why you might be feeling jealous. Follow @drjulie and get her new book ‘Open When' Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastGet the new, pocket guide version of The Mind Manual nowDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Happy New Year Stompers! To kick off our ‘New Year, New Perspectives' series in January, Dr Alex George is joined by his first returning guest: Dr Julie Smith. Julie is a Clinical Psychologist, bestselling author and the internet's go-to therapist with over 6 million followers.In part 1, Julie explains how to stop being self critical, how to approach new years resolutions with a healthier mindset and she shares her thoughts on the ‘perfectionism crisis' a lot of us are facing. Follow @drjulie and get her new book ‘Open When' Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastGet the new, pocket guide version of The Mind Manual nowDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.