After years pondering and exploring psychology, this keeps coming up. Motivation is a fleeting thing, we need to act upon it when it appears. But shouldn't there be a way we can tap into it more? To become even more effective at what we truly desire? Having our own version of motivation to make us the best version of ourselves? Have a listen and see what you think. I have a new email every Sunday - Sign up here :) - https://sunny-painter-2539.ck.page/
Mar 15, 2021•12 min
Today is all about our career. Asking the big questions as to why we do what we do. The aim is to challenge your thought and inspire action so you can mould the real purpose behind what you do every single day. Enjoy x I have a new email every Sunday - Sign up here :) - https://sunny-painter-2539.ck.page/
Mar 08, 2021•10 min
Wow, I'm buzzing to share this episode with you today. I've got Nick Costelloe on today to chat some cool stuff. Here's his website - https://www.nickcostelloe.com We talk all things - - Why alligning your values with your job is important for fulfilment - Adventure and making an impact with Universal Dialect - The important 'moment' you discover personal development - Using the 'Travel Mindset' in your own everyday life, 'tasting' the culture and much more. Enjoy x I have a new email every Sund...
Mar 01, 2021•1 hr 2 min
Today I look deeper into why we should slow down in life. Here are some ideas into what I cover - Consistency > Intensity Meaning > Results Identity > Achievement Enjoy x I have a new email every Sunday - Sign up here :) - https://sunny-painter-2539.ck.page/
Feb 22, 2021•17 min
Today is all about checking in. We can all start our Self Development journey, but we struggle with a few things. Namely, awareness of what to work on, discipline and consistency. Here I share with you what 3 checkpoints to use to continually improve yourself regardless of where you're at :) I have a new email every Sunday - Sign up here :) - https://sunny-painter-2539.ck.page/
Feb 15, 2021•12 min
Why are we not taught self discipline at school or when we are young? We blindly follow instructions which leads us to be less efficient when we end up working independently. Here I provoke thought and introduce the idea of finding how to make the most of discipline for ourselves. Enjoy x I have a new email every Sunday - Sign up here :) - https://sunny-painter-2539.ck.page/
Feb 08, 2021•12 min
Today is all about Self Awareness. Waking up to what really matters. Being aware of your life rather than passively drifting through it letting everyone make decisions for you. Listen to this if you want control and don't want regrets :) PS - Sign up to my email list here for more gifts, thoughts and ideas every Sunday :) - https://sunny-painter-2539.ck.page
Feb 01, 2021•12 min
You know a lot already. But what if you took 4 things and made them exceptional. Try it 😊 I have a new email every Sunday - Sign up here :) - https://sunny-painter-2539.ck.page/
Jan 25, 2021•21 min
Purpose isn’t one thing. It takes time. It’s a combination of lots of things. And sometimes we can’t quite put our finger on exactly what it is. But we should know how to find it. And for a lot of us, we don’t. So try my formula 😊 I have a new email every Sunday - Sign up here :) - https://sunny-painter-2539.ck.page/
Jan 18, 2021•12 min
Mental health is tough to manage during isolation and lockdown. So what can you do to make it work? Try my 20/20/20 system. Exercise/meditation/writing. Have a listen to see how you can use it best. X I have a new email every Sunday - Sign up here :) - https://sunny-painter-2539.ck.page/
Jan 11, 2021•11 min
Today, it's all about how developing others improves ourselves. You may not be there yet, but there'll be a time where improving others will become a fulfilling part of your life. And I hope this helps. I talk about keys areas when developing others that we need to be aware of including - - Self Awareness - Modelling Patience - Demanding More from Others - The Power of Self Belief As always, I hope you enjoy it & look forward to hearing your thoughts. Cheers, Lawrence x I have a new email ev...
Jan 04, 2021•17 min
At the end of a strange year, it's time to get clear on our values. What really matters to us. I share some tips on how to get clarity so find yourself a quiet space and some pen & paper to discover what direction you want to go in in 2021. Enjoy :) I have a new email every Sunday - Sign up here :) - https://sunny-painter-2539.ck.page/
Dec 28, 2020•14 min
Today, in the build up to the end of the year, I discuss five things I think will help you become the best version of yourself in 2021. We look at - - Gratitude - Fulfilment & Purpose - Meditation - Curiosity - Detachment Share with me on Twitter @SelfGrowthLife what you find useful or if you would add anything. Much love, Lawrence x I have a new email every Sunday - Sign up here :) - https://sunny-painter-2539.ck.page/
Dec 21, 2020•22 min
Today I take you to your life at 80 years old. I ask big questions about what you want your life to have been looking back at the age of 80. Have you led a fulfilling life? Or have you spent it living for someone/something that doesn't truly matter to you? Intended to give perspective and inspire day to day action :) Enjoy x I have a new email every Sunday - Sign up here :) - https://sunny-painter-2539.ck.page/
Dec 14, 2020•9 min
Why planning your Self Development is the wrong thing to do. Why goals, milestones and achievements may leave you feeling empty. Why who you want to be is the most important measurement of success. My one secret to long term self development. Share with me what you find useful or what's worked on Twitter @lawrence__mcl I have a new email every Sunday - Sign up here :) - https://sunny-painter-2539.ck.page/
Dec 07, 2020•16 min
Here I talk about the importance of self reflection for our personal growth. It can help motivate and inspire us as well as help lead us to what we find purposeful and what we're passionate about. I share 3 ways you can self reflect and how you can build it into a habit. Enjoy x I have a new email every Sunday - Sign up here :) - https://sunny-painter-2539.ck.page/
Nov 30, 2020•15 min
A look into what you can do today to design your life to make sure you are living a richer life every day. Not waiting for retirement. At the start I mention some great places to start when reading about it, check these out - Tim Ferriss Youtube video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M8B65B9YsYE Sloww on Twitter - @sloww Rolf Potts article on Tim.blog - https://tim.blog/2010/02/25/rolf-potts-vagabonding-travel/ As always, enjoy x I have a new email every Sunday - Sign up here :) - https://sunny...
Nov 23, 2020•16 min
The title of this episode is a quote from Derek Sivers. It's provoked thought for me this week and really led me to think in depth about how everyone can find their purpose by being aware of it. Hope you enjoy it x I have a new email every Sunday - Sign up here :) - https://sunny-painter-2539.ck.page/
Nov 16, 2020•17 min
Today I discuss what detachment is as opposed to attachment in our lives. The importance of being aware of it and how we can use it in our every day life. Enjoy x I have a new email every Sunday - Sign up here :) - https://sunny-painter-2539.ck.page/
Nov 09, 2020•11 min
Are you feeling lost at work, in your job or career? I've been there and want to help. Two things I discuss in this episode could really help you if you're feeling lost or even if you just want to improve upon the quality of your day to day career. Especially when it takes up a 1/3 of our lives. Enjoy x I have a new email every Sunday - Sign up here :) - https://sunny-painter-2539.ck.page/
Nov 02, 2020•14 min
Reflecting on experiences of old and new, I decided to share some tips that can provide a foundation for dealing with stress during busy times. These include me diving deeper into the importance of Sleep, Exercise and Nutrition. Enjoy x I have a new email every Sunday - Sign up here :) - https://sunny-painter-2539.ck.page/
Oct 19, 2020•22 min
Here I give you 3 tips/ideas that I've learned over the years from reading, listening and experience about living a good life. Give them a shot by implementing them to your life each day and share with me how you get on. As always, share this episode with people if you feel it resonates with you. And you might also help them become a better version of themselves. *Disclaimer - contains bad language. Thank you as always. x I have a new email every Sunday - Sign up here :) - https://sunny-painter-...
Oct 12, 2020•12 min
You will never appreciate what you get if you aren't grateful for what you've got. Write down what you're grateful for every single day to make sure you don't live a life full of regret. You don't need everything in the world to live a good life, you just need a handful of things you love. I have a new email every Sunday - Sign up here :) - https://sunny-painter-2539.ck.page/
Oct 05, 2020•12 min
I look at the topic of Hygge and utilising it as the darker months are upon us and how we can best deal with less daylight by finding things that make us feel content. Enjoy. I have a new email every Sunday - Sign up here :) - https://sunny-painter-2539.ck.page/
Sep 28, 2020•14 min
Here I define each one and the difference between them on our daily lives as well as how you can use both of them to improve your life. Enjoy :) If you want more of this type on content, I do it daily on Twitter @lawrence__mcl I have a new email every Sunday - Sign up here :) - https://sunny-painter-2539.ck.page/
Sep 21, 2020•12 min
In this episode I talk about Inner Peace. Some of the areas discussed are: How do I define Inner Peace? Techniques to use to help you get closer to Inner Peace. Why is it important to you and why do you need it? Finishing with some key reminders when working towards it I have a new email every Sunday - Sign up here :) - https://sunny-painter-2539.ck.page/
Sep 14, 2020•19 min
What is the concept of F*ck it(John Parkin) and The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck (Mark Manson) and why does it exist? Plus how you should apply it and why it is useful & relevant to you.
Sep 04, 2020•12 min
Here I define the topic of Grit by Angela Ducksworth and why it's relevant to you. Then how you can use it to plan for your own use including an important question for you at the end.
Aug 28, 2020•17 min
Here I define what a simpler life means and ask 3 big questions for you to create a simpler life. I'm now sharing daily ideas on Twitter too so if you like find me @ljmcl92
Aug 22, 2020•17 min
Here I talk about the concept of Essentialism, a book by Greg McKeown. I summarise the definition and how it impacts on us in the world we live in today. The importance of treasuring what we have today, the ability to say No and asking what matters most to us so we can ruthlessly cut out what doesn't matter.
Aug 15, 2020•17 min
