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Today’s episode is full of practical wisdom that will help you deal with stress more effectively, build your resilience, improve your mental wellbeing and transform your physical health. It will also help you with self-compassion, enhance your sense of calm and help you feel more in control of yourself and the world around you.
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Today’s clip is from episode 505 of the podcast which was a solo episode celebrating the launch of my latest book ‘Make Change That Lasts: 9 Simple Ways To Break Free From The Habits That Hold You Back’.
In the full episode I shared 5 of the most important yet under-appreciated mindset shifts you could make right now, which will immediately improve the quality of your life.
In this clip, I share 3 of those powerful ideas.
And for those ideas that resonate with you as you listen, you could think about how to start applying them in your own life today.
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What if the health of your brain determined the health of every other part of your life – your body, your relationships, even your sense of purpose? Today’s guest firmly believes that it does.
Dr Daniel Amen is a child and adult psychiatrist, who is on a mission to end mental illness by creating a revolution in brain health. He is also the founder of Amen Clinics, home to the world’s largest database of brain scans for psychiatry and the author of multiple best-selling books including his very latest, Change Your Brain Every Day: Simple Daily Practices to Strengthen Your Mind, Memory, Mood, Focus, Energy, Habits, and Relationships.
In this conversation, Daniel shares insights from over 250,000 brain scans and decades of clinical practice and we talk about:
Why mental health is really brain health – and why stigma and shame often stand in the way of proper care
The surprising link between brain function and behaviour – from impulsivity and focus to joy and connection
How brain imaging is transforming psychiatry – and why Daniel believes we should “image, not guess” when treating emotional or cognitive issues
The “BRIGHT MINDS” framework – that covers the key risk factors you can address to protect your brain immediately
The simple daily habits that can literally shape the structure and function of your brain
Daniel’s approach is both science-backed and deeply compassionate. He reminds us that we are not stuck with the brain we have – we can make it better, at any age, through lifestyle, mindset and targeted care.
Whether you're struggling with your mood, memory, focus or simply want to feel sharper and more vibrant, this conversation will leave you feeling hopeful and empowered to take control of your brain - and your life.
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A topic that I’m truly passionate about is the introduction of social media and smartphones into all aspects of our lives – and what impact this is having on us individually, collectively and, perhaps most urgently, what impact this is having on our children.
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Today’s clip is from episode 456 of the podcast with world-renowned psychologist and author of the best-selling book ‘The Anxious Generation: How the Great Rewiring of Childhood Is Causing an Epidemic of Mental Illness’, Jonathan Haidt.
In this clip, Jonathan shares some eye-opening insights and we delve into practical strategies for parents.
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Could our healthcare system be making us sicker rather than healthier? In the UK, autism diagnoses have increased by a staggering 787% between 1998 and 2018, and one in five people now has some form of mental health disorder. But what if some of our health struggles aren't diseases to be cured, but normal human experiences being medicalised?
This week, I'm joined by Dr Suzanne O'Sullivan, a consultant in clinical neurophysiology and neurology at The National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery, who specialises in the investigation of complex epilepsy and also has an active interest in psychogenic disorders.
Her latest book, The Age of Diagnosis: Sickness, Health, and Why Medicine Has Gone Too Far, aims to challenge long-held assumptions about medical progress and change the way we think about our health.
In this thought-provoking conversation, we explore:
Why giving someone a diagnosis is never neutral – it can fundamentally change how a person views themselves, their body and their future possibilities
How the definition of autism has dramatically expanded over the past few decades from its original concept of "extreme autistic aloneness" to now potentially including 1 in 20 children in Northern Ireland
Why screening for diseases like prostate cancer can lead to unnecessary treatment
The potential problems of genetic testing - when results are misinterpreted or used without proper context, especially with tests that aren't clinical grade
Why early detection and treatment aren't always better, particularly when it turns healthy people into patients decades before they might develop symptoms
The profound story of how Suzanne diagnosed a rare genetic condition in a 15-year-old girl, only to question whether she had actually done the right thing by medicalising someone who believed herself to be healthy
This is a nuanced, compassionate discussion that challenges many of the widely held assumptions in modern healthcare and I would urge you to listen with an open mind. Throughout our conversation, Suzanne emphasises that she's not arguing against the existence of these conditions or suggesting everyone should refuse diagnosis.
Rather, she encourages both patients and doctors to consider whether medicalising our struggles is always the right approach. I hope you enjoy listening.
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Today’s guest is a leading public health expert who has long been exposing the myths of modern medicine and the food industry.
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Today’s clip is from episode 251 of the podcast with medical doctor and Professor Emeritus of Paediatrics, Dr Robert Lustig.
Dr Lustig’s passion is in communicating how excess sugar and ultra-processed foods are fuelling the chronic disease epidemic that we are all facing today.
And, in this clip, he explains why eating too much sugar can be so damaging for our health and shares some practical strategies that we can all use to help.
Dr Robert Lustig will be a guest speaker at Prescribing Lifestyle Medicine Live: The Evolution of Metabolic Health – from gut to brain and beyond, held at County Hall in London on Saturday 10th May.
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This week, I'm joined by the remarkable Erling Kagge, Norwegian adventurer, philosopher and acclaimed writer. Erling is the first person to complete the "Three Poles Challenge" - reaching the North Pole, the South Pole, and the summit of Mount Everest on foot. After this record-breaking feat, Erling attended Cambridge University to study philosophy.
He’s also the author of multiple best-selling books, including, Silence: In the Age of Noise and Walking: One Step at a Time.
When Erling was 29, he did something most of us can't imagine - he walked alone to the South Pole for 50 days in complete silence, with no radio contact whatsoever. What started as a physical journey across ice became something far more profound - a journey into himself.
In our conversation, we explore
Why Erling believes silence is where "the world's secrets are hidden" and how finding quiet moments can help us get to know ourselves better - and appreciate others more
Erling’s surprising relationship with fear and how being "one with the environment" creates an unexpected sense of peace even in extreme danger - like facing a charging polar bear!
The three simple origins of true gratefulness that Erling found during his expeditions: feeling warm after being cold, feeling full after being hungry and resting after exhaustion – experiences most of us rarely have in our comfortable modern lives
How our experience of boredom has completely changed – from being bored because nothing is happening to feeling bored because too many things are happening at once
Why Erling believes we should actually "make our lives more difficult" on purpose and how this approach helps us find meaning and satisfaction
Practical ideas for bringing moments of silence into our busy lives – whether it's walking without your phone, taking the stairs instead of the lift, or just standing still for a few minutes
As Erling reminds us, most of us don't realise what we're truly capable of. His encouragement to break free from limiting beliefs, to move our bodies more, and to add variety to our routines offers a practical path toward a more meaningful life.
In his words, finding fulfilment is about "finding your own North Pole" – a journey that asks us to be brave enough to face ourselves in silence. I hope you enjoy listening.
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Journalling regularly has been shown to decrease emotional stress, make it easier to turn new behaviours into long term habits, improve the quality of our relationships and, ultimately, help us lead more mindful and intentional lives. It can help improve sleep, lead to better decision making and reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression.
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Today’s clip is from episode 413 of the podcast which was a solo episode where I outlined the transformative power of journaling.
I’ve recommended a journalling practice to thousands of my patients over the years, but I’ve also seen the positive impact it has had on my own life as well.
In this clip, I share how you can get started really easily by asking yourself 3 powerful questions every morning. They are deceptively simple and answering them will take less than 5 minutes, but doing so can prove transformative.
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Almost everyone today is addicted to something. From phones and social media to alcohol and drugs, our modern life has created an unprecedented epidemic of dependency. But what is actually driving this addiction and how can we actually break free?
This week’s returning guest is Dr Joe Dispenza. Dr Joe is a best-selling author, speaker, researcher and someone who has been studying neuroscience, meditation and stress for decades. He believes that every single one of us has a lot more potential that we think, and once we start to tap into that potential, we can create huge changes in our lives, for both our health and our happiness.
In this week’s conversation, we explore:
How every addiction is, at its core, an attempt to change how we feel emotionally and why understanding this is the first step to breaking free
Why activities like gaming or social media scrolling can make it harder to enjoy the simple pleasures in life
How novice meditators in Dr Joe's Week Long Advanced Retreats demonstrate measurable biological changes after just seven days
How to heal and move on from the past by releasing emotional baggage, rather than simply re-living painful memories
The critical importance of how you start each day and the precise structure of Dr Joe's own morning routine – including how he prepares his mind before meditation
Why even small moments of presence can have a powerful effect on our lives
Throughout this conversation, Dr Joe emphasises that change requires becoming conscious of our unconscious patterns. Breaking free requires noticing these patterns and making different choices, even when those choices are uncomfortable.
So, whether you're struggling with addiction, processing past trauma, or simply want to create a more fulfilling life, this episode is full of profound, thought provoking wisdom that will leave you feeling re-assured, motivated and inspired.
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In today’s fast-paced world, the pursuit of productivity often leads to overwhelm. In fact, one report suggests that 88% of UK workers have experienced some degree of burnout over the past two years.
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Today’s clip is from episode 466 of the podcast with Professor of computer science and best-selling author Cal Newport.
In this clip Cal shares some actionable advice that can help you reclaim your time, reduce stress, and find a more balanced approach to work and life.
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Your breath is intimately linked with every aspect of your health – from how you respond to stress to how efficiently your body burns fat. While most of us breathe over 20,000 times a day, few of us pay attention to this automatic process. But it may hold the key to transforming our physical and mental wellbeing.
Today’s returning guest is the wonderful Brian Mackenzie, Founder & Creative Director of SHIFT, President of The Health and Human Performance Foundation and a world renowned human performance specialist who combines breathing techniques, movement practices, and stress adaptation training to enhance physical and mental performance.
His methods have been used by Olympic athletes, professional sports teams and military special forces and Brian's work has undergone rigorous scientific testing at institutions including Stanford University School of Medicine and San Francisco State University. He is also the author of several books including, Unbreakable Runner, Power Speed Endurance and Unplugged.
In this fascinating conversation, we explore:
Why breathing is "the remote control to the nervous system" and how becoming aware of our breath patterns can help us instantly regulate our stress responses
The relationship between the way that we breathe and our ability to burn fat
The "Five Gear Breathing System" that matches our breathing technique to different activity levels, from relaxed walking to high-intensity exercise
Why nasal breathing (while beneficial at rest and low intensities) might limit our performance and oxygen use during higher-intensity activities
How a simple daily 45-minute walk with nasal breathing can transform our metabolism, stress resilience and mental clarity
The three-stage stress response cycle and how breathwork provides a practical tool to interrupt our automatic reactions to daily triggers
Why Brian believes finding joy in mundane tasks like washing dishes is possible when we focus on the process rather than constantly chasing outcomes
Practical techniques to establish healthier boundaries with work, technology and stress – including Brian's approach to shutting off work by 4-5 pm and using red light in the evenings to improve sleep
Brian is a remarkable individual, with an enviable track record of transforming the wellbeing and performance of a wide range of individuals, and this conversation is full of practical insights that you can utilise immediately to improve your health, performance and the overall quality of your life. I hope you enjoy listening.
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Today’s guest asks an important question: What if finding joy lies in life’s simple moments?
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Today's clip is from episode 476 of the podcast with Buddhist monk and author Haemin Sunim.
In our rush to achieve and reach our goals, we can often miss the beauty and richness of our current experiences.
In this clip we discuss the importance of slowing down and being present, and, with that in mind, Haemin shares some practical tips for mindfulness that can help us reconnect with ourselves and the world around us.
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Is your ‘healthy’ breakfast actually dessert in disguise? Why is it that so many of us are struggling these days with our metabolic health? What is the relationship between our food and mood? And, what is the real deal with detox?
My guest today is someone, who for many years, has been leading a global health revolution, one revolved around using food as medicine, to support longevity, energy, mood and happiness.
Dr Mark Hyman has been a practising medical doctor for several decades and an internationally recognised leader, speaker and educator in the field of Functional Medicine. He is co-founder and the chief medical officer of Function Health, founder of the Cleveland Clinic Center for Functional Medicine and the author of an incredible fifteen New York Times best-selling books.
This is Mark’s 4th appearance on my podcast and in today’s conversation we cover a variety of fascinating topics, including:
The science of metabolic health
How to break your reliance on sugar
The connection between food and mood
The multiple benefits of starting your day with protein
The 10-Day food plan that can transform your energy, mood and digestion
The problem that many people face with modern wheat and dairy
The truth about food addiction
The simple but effective method that can enhance the way you eliminate environmental toxins.
Throughout our conversation, Mark's passion for empowering people to take charge of their health shines through. His accessible, evidence-based approach offers practical steps anyone can take. As he reminds us, small daily improvements in diet, movement and stress management compound over time – and it's never too late to start.
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CAUTION: This podcast discusses fasting, and its advice may not be suitable for anyone with an eating disorder. If you have an existing health condition or are taking medication, always consult your healthcare practitioner before going for prolonged periods without eating.
“If you change the way you eat, you may feel completely different” - Dr Mindy Pelz
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Today's clip is from episode 474 of the podcast with nutrition expert and best-selling author of ‘Fast Like a Girl’ and ‘Eat Like a Girl: 100+ Delicious Recipes to Balance Hormones, Boost Energy, and Burn Fat.’, Dr Mindy Pelz.
In this clip, Mindy shares how food can be a powerful tool to support your health and wellbeing, and we explore her ‘foundational five’ health principles, which include actionable strategies that anyone can implement.
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Have you ever wondered why the same traumatic experience affects different people in completely different ways? Or why finding pleasure in life is so fundamental to our mental wellbeing?
To answer these questions and a whole host more, I'm joined this week by Dr Camilla Nord. Camilla leads the Mental Health Neuroscience Lab at the University of Cambridge and is author of the best-selling book, The Balanced Brain: The Science of Mental Health.
In this fascinating conversation, we explore:
How everything that impacts our mental health ultimately works through the brain, and why we often artificially separate 'mind' from 'brain' and 'mental' from 'physical' health
Why pleasure is so fundamental to mental wellbeing that a loss of it is a core symptom of depression, and how activities like social laughter can boost mood by releasing natural opioids
The fascinating overlap between chronic pain and depression circuits in the brain – revealing why experiencing one increases your risk of developing the other
How motivation varies throughout the day based on our individual body clocks, and why morning people and night owls have different energy patterns
Interoception – our internal body awareness – and how practices like meditation, yoga and body scanning can enhance this crucial sense
Why the placebo effect is so powerful and how a doctor's communication style can significantly impact treatment outcomes
Throughout the conversation, Camilla emphasises that there is no one size fits all approach and that it’s the small, consistent actions that ultimately end up transforming our lives.
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Today I’m thrilled to welcome my dear friend, Helen Hall back to the podcast. Helen is a movement therapist, a running coach, a pain expert and one of the best coaches in any modality that I have ever come across. She has had a lifelong passion for analysing posture and movement, and her clients include elite athletes, whether they be runners, cyclists or premier league footballers, but also everyday folk who simply want to walk or run pain-free.
She combines objective clarity from the most advanced motion analysis technology in the world, with 46 years of visual experience and study in the field, to seek out the root causes of chronic pain and injury, that often seem resistant to standard treatment protocols.
In order to help more people than those able to visit her in person, Helen first shared her movement philosophy in her wonderful book ‘Even With Your Shoes On’. Since then, Helen has
created a series of online courses for professionals as well as members of the public who want to move better without pain. Her flagship online course is ‘A Troubleshooting Checklist for Walkers and Runners’ and she has a brand new course ‘Stress Incontinence: An Alternative Approach’. Helen is offering 40% off for Feel Better, Live More listeners until the end of April 2025 – go to https://www.helen-hall.co.uk and use the code FBLM40.
Helen first came on my podcast on Episode 216 back in November 2021 and many of you got in touch to say how helpful the tools shared in that episode were.
In this conversation, we continue where we left off:
We talk again about the vital importance of our head position – and how to become aware of how you’re holding your own head, if you’re struggling to know.
We bust the myth that running is bad for your knees.
We discuss walk-run strategies and how they can help all of us reduce injury, recover more quickly and run faster.
We discuss why ‘foot wiping’ - a very simple practice that I do on most days - could help you move with more ease.
We talk about the importance of spending time barefoot.
We discuss minimalist shoes and why we are both big fans.
Since I began working with Helen she’s become a cherished friend, whose wisdom and insights cover much more than walking and running. Her message for this brilliant episode is straightforward and optimistic: think about your head, think about your feet – and don’t assume
that you can no longer move without pain. She is an inspiring lady, this is an inspiring conversation, I hope you enjoy listening.
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Today’s guest believes that small lifestyle changes can lead to big improvements in brain function.
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Today’s clip is from episode 469 of the podcast with globally renowned brain coach Jim Kwik.
In this clip, he explains a simple framework for making change in our lives, and shares his top habits to optimise brain health and get the best out of our minds.
Jim is such a wonderful and caring human being and a quite brilliant communicator, who has lots of practical knowledge that he is super passionate about sharing.
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Did you know that we spend six entire years of our lives dreaming? According to this week's guest, these dreams carry vital messages from our deepest selves that most of us never hear.
James Hollis, PhD was originally a Professor of Literature and Philosophy at various universities until mid-life when he retrained as a Psycho-Analyst at the Jung Institute in Zurich. He currently lives and teaches in Washington, D.C. and is the author of twenty books, including his latest: Living with Borrowed Dust: Reflections on Life, Love and Other Grievances.
In this conversation, James explains the important difference between purpose and meaning, and shares how his own midlife depression at the age of 35 was a pivotal moment that caused him to confront the harsh reality that despite "doing all the right things," he wasn't living true to himself.
We explore the purpose of dreams and what vital messages are contained within them, why so many of us end up living our lives by other people's rules - trying to please family, fit cultural
norms, or climb career ladders - and James explains that, whilst this approach might help us get by at first, it often leads to burnout, depression, and, ill health.
James also introduces us to his thought provoking “second half of life” concept - not a chronological age but a psychological shift, when we start questioning who it is that we really
are.
At nearly 85 years old and still seeing clients three days a week, James is full of clarity, perspective and wisdom. And I’m sure this conversation will leave you feeling inspired and motivated to live a more authentic life.
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Why does family matter so much to us? As today’s guest, renowned psychotherapist Julia Samuel explains, every client she’s seen in 30 years of practice, mentions their family members. Like it or not, we all carry our upbringing into our adult lives. Our family is wired in us genetically and it shows in our responses to life, our beliefs, and the ‘fault lines’ that trigger us in daily life. Could finding out more about our families be the key to knowing more about ourselves?
Julia’s new book, Every Family Has A Story: How We Inherit Love and Loss is a powerful exploration of what we inherit, what we can change, and how inter-family relationships inform all
aspects of our lives. Often unknowingly, we are a product of how our older relatives have coped with their experiences. It even shows up in our genes! Julia and I explore this subject of trans-generational trauma – or how our present-day struggles probably didn’t start with us (but learning and forgiveness can).
In order to protect our children and grandchildren, Julia says, we need to process our feelings so we don’t pass them on. This might mean uncovering the secrets and untold stories from generations above you. And if that sounds daunting to put into practice, she has some wonderful advice for facilitating difficult conversations. We also discuss generational conflicts over parenting techniques, setting boundaries, and how to be compassionate and respectful with family members while also recognising and protecting your own needs.
Whatever your family situation – whether you’re close, estranged or somewhere in between – there’s something we can all take from Julia’s powerful, original approach.
Caution: contains mild swearing.
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In our hyper-connected modern world, where we have access to artificial light around the clock, we’ve drifted far from our body’s natural rhythms. But what if reconnecting with these internal clocks could be the key to unlocking better health, more energy, and even a longer life?
Feel Better Live More Bitesize is my weekly podcast for your mind, body, and heart. Each week I’ll be featuring inspirational stories and practical tips from some of my former guests.
Today's clip is from episode 479 of the podcast with scientist and researcher Dr Kristen Holmes.
Kristen is Global Head of Human Performance and Principal Scientist at WHOOP and a Science Advisor to Levels Health and Arena Labs.
In this clip, we explore the world of circadian biology and she shares how reconnecting with our body’s natural rhythms could help us reclaim our energy and optimise our health.
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This week's guest has spent over 50 years conducting ground-breaking research showing that your thoughts have a profound impact on your body.
Dr Ellen J. Langer is Professor of Psychology at Harvard University, and widely known as the 'mother of mindfulness’. She is the recipient of three Distinguished Scientists awards and the author of twelve books, including her very latest, The Mindful Body: Thinking Our Way to Chronic Health.
In our conversation, we discuss how our mindsets directly affect our physical health, why much of what we attribute to ageing may actually be a consequence of our beliefs and the real meaning of mindfulness.
We also explore whether as a society, we need to rethink the concept of work-life balance, with Ellen suggesting that we should instead focus on "work-life integration," where we find interest and joy in whatever we're doing.
She also shares a powerful technique that has helped many patients with long term conditions like MS, Parkinson's and chronic pain and she outlines a refreshing approach to decision making: instead of trying to make the "right" decision, we should choose and then "make the decision right".
This is a powerful conversation that reminds all of us that we have a lot more control over our wellbeing than we might initially think.
Ellen is a wonderful human, full of knowledge, expertise and passion - and the ideas she shares have the power to transform your health, longevity and happiness.
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