What’s Coming This Episode? With a global climate that is getting increasingly hotter year on year we might indeed end up with it being too much of a good thing. The question of the day, indeed a question of vital importance to us all, is “is global warming real”? What do you think? I would say yes. What does it mean for us all? Well… change. Are you ready? Enjoy the show, it’s The Self Help Podcast! Show Notes and Links Here’s Sean’s blog post for the week Obesity in the UK The 5:2 Diet Can tur...
Nov 04, 2021•29 min
What’s Coming This Episode? With a global climate that is getting increasingly hotter year on year we might indeed end up with it being too much of a good thing. The question of the day, indeed a question of vital importance to us all, is “is global warming real”? What do you think? I would say yes. What does it mean for us all? Well… change. Are you ready? Enjoy the show, it’s The Self Help Podcast! Show Notes and Links Here’s Sean’s blog post for the week What were CO2 levels when you were bor...
Oct 28, 2021•31 min
What’s Coming This Episode? This is the time of year when kids are turning into adults and heading off to three or four years at uni. Now most year most kids can’t wait to get away. This years seems a little different after lock downs and working from home many are feeling a bit nervous of going out on their own. Let’s talk about empty nests and changing family dynamics… Enjoy the show, it’s The Self Help Podcast! Show Notes and Links Here’s Sean’s blog post for the week What is a midlife crisis...
Oct 20, 2021•26 min
What’s Coming This Episode? What on earth is a midlife crisis? What is midlife come to that? Well, when it comes to timings, in theory at least, the midlife crisis has to be happening later these days as we are living longer. Let’s talk about how and why so many have the urge for change at this point. Enjoy the show, it’s The Self Help Podcast! Show Notes and Links Here’s Sean’s blog post for the week What is a midlife crisis? Resource of the week Sean linked to this Telegraph article – Six sign...
Oct 14, 2021•28 min
What’s Coming This Episode? So many people have dogs as companions and friends and there are many help and support dogs. I have clients who have hearing dogs to help with their deafness, seeing dogs to help with blindness and even seizures dogs who can tell their owner that they are about to have a fit before they realise it so that they can get to a place of safety. All animals are wonderful though dogs have lived with us throughout most of our evolution and have a special place in our hearts. ...
Oct 07, 2021•33 min
What’s Coming This Episode? Slight blip in the UK this week as a little story about lorries almost brought our fragile transport network to its knees. It’s the latest is a series of serious stories we’ve had to deal with (‘No CO2!’, ‘Gas prices spiking!’, etc.) so you’d think we’d be used to it by now… but no. So how do we deal with a crisis? How do we prepare and how do we react? Enjoy the show, it’s The Self Help Podcast! Show Notes and Links Here’s Sean’s blog post for the week Fuel crisis in...
Sep 30, 2021•26 min
What’s Coming This Episode? “Here we go again” – it is detox time. At the change of the seasons it is my custom to detox. At both spring and autumn are the times for a clean out. Many people get into the idea of ‘spring cleaning’, well I like an autumn clean as well. I have been doing it since I lived the ashram when I was a young man. Often as a yoga/meditation teacher students would join for the clean out. These days each year I invite all those around me to have a go. So, if you are game for ...
Sep 23, 2021•28 min
What’s Coming This Episode? Last week Ed organised a family/community gathering based around his loved subject of cycling. People rallied around and helped and many people turned up to enjoy the day. There has been a real sense of community. Ed is becoming a community nut in his drive to make our roads safe and encourage people to take to their bikes. He has a strong sense of community. Enjoy the show, it’s The Self Help Podcast! Show Notes and Links Here’s Sean’s blog post for the week Here’s s...
Sep 16, 2021•38 min
What’s Coming This Episode? As we move towards winter our diets tend to change and the level of carbs that we will be eating almost certainly will increase. We call this comfort eating. Enjoy the show, it’s The Self Help Podcast! Show Notes and Links Here’s Sean’s blog post for the week Weight gain during COVID 6 popular ways to do intermittant fasting Resource of the week Sean linked to this great book by Gillian McKeith Ed is getting into Bokashi composting Stay in Touch We’re all over the web...
Sep 08, 2021•35 min
What’s Coming This Episode? Okay, so as we are trying to return society to normal, take our masks off and get back to work how do you feel about it. Some are choosing not to wear face coverings, some are choosing not to be vaccinated! Life is all about decisions but also about consequences. What does it mean for the months ahead? Enjoy the show, it’s The Self Help Podcast! Show Notes and Links Here’s Sean’s blog post for the week Resource of the week Sean linked to t he Coronavirus Act and some ...
Sep 02, 2021•25 min
What’s Coming This Episode? Performative wellness and performative success occur when someone becomes more concerned with presenting an idealised version of themselves rather than being honest about who they really are. Enjoy the show, it’s The Self Help Podcast! Show Notes and Links Here’s Sean’s blog post for the week Resource of the week Sean linked to Mindfulness is Being Not Doing Ed demands that you all watch The Talented Mr Ripley Stay in Touch We’re all over the web, so feel free to stay...
Aug 26, 2021•28 min
What’s Coming This Episode? Do you have a goal in life? If you do has it changed or altered because of Covid? If you do have a goal how did you decide on it or discover it? If you don’t have a goal would you like to have one? Enjoy the show, it’s The Self Help Podcast! Show Notes and Links Here’s Sean’s blog post for the week The benefits of goal setting Goal setting isn’t worth it Resource of the week Sean mentioned The Attractor Factor by Joe Vitale Ed linked to The Leverhulme Summer Cycle – c...
Aug 19, 2021•26 min
What’s Coming This Episode? Frustration is a debilitating emotion. In the last few blogs we have looked at the emotions of anxiety, anger and depression. All three of these can either be the result of or the cause of frustration. This may be frustration with your self, other people, the situation in general or the ongoing saga of covid. Working with people in various states of frustration I was reminded of the cow… Enjoy the show, it’s The Self Help Podcast! Show Notes and Links Here’s Sean’s bl...
Aug 12, 2021•26 min
What’s Coming This Episode? Wow! It is the summer. We generally are hoping that it is hot, but not too hot and we can fly away and enjoy it. Emmm, well maybe. I guess some will chance it in the hope that the country they are visiting stays on the Green List. Normally in the colder climates of Northern Europe people would now be heading south to the sun. Topping up their vitamin D and replenishing their energy before the darkness and the cold of the winter to come. In the other direction in the h...
Aug 08, 2021•31 min
What’s Coming This Episode? Do you or does anyone that you know ever suffer from depression or anxiety? If you so do you know what it is that is underlying the symptoms? It’s hugely common of course… and perhaps to the point where we all need a bit of it to keep us going. Let’s chat it through… Enjoy the show, it’s The Self Help Podcast! Show Notes and Links Here’s Sean’s blog post for the week What does depression feel like? The surprising benefits of being depressed Resource of the week Sean l...
Jul 29, 2021•26 min
What’s Coming This Episode? We often see anger as a negative force. Though it can be a very creative and useful force. When our anger is stuck out the front of us it is in the way. It becomes a battering ram that bashes into other people and becomes destructive. When it is behind us it can be used as a power pack that positively can be a dynamic force that drives us forward and gets things done. Enjoy the show, it’s The Self Help Podcast! Show Notes and Links Here’s Sean’s blog post for the week...
Jul 22, 2021•29 min
What’s Coming This Episode? Anxiety is a good thing. It has kept us safe throughout evolution by keeping us aware of potential threat and danger. Anxiety disorder is when we worry about things may or will never happen. This is a debilitating disorder that may require medication or therapy. With COVID piling on the stress it’s time to push back… Enjoy the show, it’s The Self Help Podcast! Show Notes and Links Here’s Sean’s blog post for the week Anxiety symptoms vs COVID Resource of the week Sean...
Jul 15, 2021•29 min
What’s Coming This Episode? Cyberchrondria has been with jus for many years. I always called it Google-itis. It is when the patient or the client has become so well informed about their condition that they often know more about it, or think that they know more about it, than their doctor or therapist. Let’s see if we can help! Enjoy the show, it’s The Self Help Podcast! Show Notes and Links Here’s Sean’s blog post for the week Wikipedia page for Cyberchondria and some more info on Good Therapy R...
Jul 08, 2021•27 min
What’s Coming This Episode? Scientific evidence shows us the positive effects of doing kind acts for others as well as receiving or even witnessing kindness. Neuropsychology measure the increase of the positive endorphins in the brain that enhance our sense of well bing. Even the smallest act of kindness can change a life and it can change your life. Enjoy the show, it’s The Self Help Podcast! Show Notes and Links Here’s Sean’s blog post for the week What is Metta? The Intention Experiment Resou...
Jul 01, 2021•31 min
What’s Coming This Episode? Following on from recent podcasts, this week we want to look at the meaning of life. Many of us see ourselves as not who we but by what we do, which takes us back to the idea are we human beings or human doings. What is the point? Well, let’s find out… Enjoy the show, it’s The Self Help Podcast! Show Notes and Links Here’s Sean’s blog post for the week Resource of the week Sean linked to The Attractor Factor by Joe Vitale Ed thinks you should start our free podcast co...
Jun 24, 2021•26 min
What’s Coming This Episode? Whatever happens with lockdowns and easing the issue will always be the same. We all need to survive this thing called ‘life’. Success at any level of life takes commitment and time and consistent and persistent action. Time to be persistently and consistently kind and we might just make it. Enjoy the show, it’s The Self Help Podcast! Show Notes and Links Here’s Sean’s blog post for the week Resource of the week Sean linked to the book ‘Rage’ by Helen Robinson Ed dema...
Jun 17, 2021•21 min
What’s Coming This Episode? At times of stress we all need somewhere to go that is stress free to relax and rest our system. This reduces stress hormone and blood pressure improves mood and makes us happier. At the present time the need to get away from the stresses of everyday life have rarely been greater. Enjoy the show, it’s The Self Help Podcast! Show Notes and Links Here’s Sean’s blog post for the week VR interests Ed. The Oculus Quest 2 is a semi-affordable piece of kit which is worth loo...
Jun 12, 2021•31 min
What’s Coming This Episode? There’s no getting away from completion. It starts at an early age when we start taking tests at school and continues on through our business and social lives. But is it a healthy thing? It put a man on the moon, for sure, but has also lead to some awful atrocities through history. Let’s dive in… Enjoy the show, it’s The Self Help Podcast! Show Notes and Links Here’s Sean’s blog post for the week Life without competition is life without progress 8 reasons why people t...
Jun 07, 2021•23 min
What’s Coming This Episode? Just take a step back to the same time eighteen months ago, what were you expecting of 2020/21? I doubt that you were expecting was what has actually taken place. As we and our communities are starting to get moving again we need to take the time to stop and do a quick audit so that we can really move forward physically, emotionally and mentally. Now is time to review. Enjoy the show, it’s The Self Help Podcast! Show Notes and Links Here’s Sean’s blog post for the wee...
May 28, 2021•27 min
What’s Coming This Episode? In the last podcast we were looking at people’s fear of returning to the workplace and imposter syndrome. Alongside these fears is the fear of failure. I have been trying explain to people that what we see as failure may not actually be a bad thing, how else do we learn? As my American friends say… …we don’t have problems we have learning opportunities. Enjoy the show, it’s The Self Help Podcast! Show Notes and Links Here’s Sean’s blog post for the week 21 famous fail...
May 21, 2021•33 min
What’s Coming This Episode? Self doubt seems to be the new lockdown lurgy. I have working with so many people who over lockdown that have lost their self confidence. The fear of going back to the workplace can make people feel vulnerable. Let’s talk about self doubt and how to manage and overcome it. Enjoy the show, it’s The Self Help Podcast! Show Notes and Links Here’s Sean’s blog post for the week Stay in Touch We’re all over the web, so feel free to stay in touch: Follow Live in the Present ...
May 13, 2021•33 min
What’s Coming This Episode? Life is returning to ‘normal’ in the UK and a wall of cash is ready to hit the high street from those that are fortunate enough to have savings from the past year. What makes us want to spend, and what precautions should we take to keep our money out of the hands of scammers? Enjoy the show, it’s The Self Help Podcast! Show Notes and Links Here’s Sean’s blog post for the week Stay in Touch We’re all over the web, so feel free to stay in touch: Follow Live in the Prese...
May 07, 2021•30 min
What’s Coming This Episode? The pandemic has brought us some tremendous lows, but it did also give rise to some fantastic community action. As our worlds shrunk, we were forced to explore our neighbourhoods and reconnect with our neighbours. How can we harness that before life returns to ‘normal’? Enjoy the show, it’s The Self Help Podcast! Show Notes and Links Here’s Sean’s blog post for the week Resource of the Week Sean asked listeners to dig out those address books and reach out to distant f...
Apr 29, 2021•25 min
What’s Coming This Episode? Our sense of smell evolved to tell us about the world around us. We could tell if something had gone off, was dangerous or poisonous. It told us about other people and about ourselves. Most of all our sense of smell evolved to keep us safe. So what’s gone wrong? We cover our smells with strange potions and wash away oils that our body produces daily. Enjoy the show, it’s The Self Help Podcast! Show Notes and Links Here’s Sean’s blog post for the week Psychology and sm...
Apr 23, 2021•36 min
What’s Coming This Episode? Lockdown is ending the UK and we’re all coming out of our shells. Some are doing it quickly and some are being far more cautious. What should we be thinking about as we emerge back onto our high streets and into the gardens (and homes, eventually) of friends and family? Enjoy the show, it’s The Self Help Podcast! Show Notes and Links Here’s Sean’s blog post for the week Stay in Touch We’re all over the web, so feel free to stay in touch: Follow Live in the Present on ...
Apr 16, 2021•33 min
