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| Dr Norman Swan on What's Good For Your Kids | 29 Aug 2024 | 00:43:38 | |
Where does your kids' temperament come from, how strict should you be & is it okay to be a 'good enough' parent? Luckily, Dr Norman Swan has done the work for us - from birth to ten years old in his new book So You Want To Know What’s Good For Your Kids. If you’re an Aussie, you’ll know his name - he trained in pediatrics and he’s also a dad, so he knows the struggle!! We talk through some of the biggest takeaways - everything from where our kids' temperament comes from, how to strike the right balance when it comes to discipline and what it means to be a ‘good enough parent’. Want to become a podcast sponsor, got some feedback for me or just fancy a chat? Email me - thatshelpful@edstott.com BOOKS TIMESTAMPS
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| Aging Against the Machine with Mel Doyle | 22 Aug 2024 | 00:34:35 | |
Aging can be a fairly daunting experience & when the topic comes to mind most of us try to move on and clear it from our thoughts as quickly as possible. But award-winning journalist Melissa Doyle is urging us to take an active role in aging to push back against ageism and make the experience healthier and more connected for us all. In this conversation Mel shares her aging toolkit & the lessons she’s learnt from the experts on how to normalize aging and embrace some of our most challenging and transformative years. | |||
| The First 2 Hours: How to Maximise your Most Valuable Time | 20 Jun 2024 | 00:38:23 | |
The saying goes - win the morning, win the day. But, if you’re anything like me - your morning will be determined by your inbox, who calls first or what’s been dropped in your lap that day. Productivity expert Donna McGeorge says this way of working is a big mistake and could see the quality of your work suffer, not to mention the extra hours spent at your desk later in the day. So how can we take back control, maximise our time & spend less of it working? Donna is my guest today & she’s the author of The First 2 Hours: Make Better Use of Your Most Valuable Time. Want to become a podcast sponsor, got some feedback for me or just fancy a chat? Email me - thatshelpful@edstott.com CONNECT WITH US BOOKS 00:00:00 - Intro 00:01:10 - Why the first 2 hours are so important 00:03:06 - How to best structure your day for max productivity 00:05:30 - Tools for structuring your day & protecting your mornings 00:09:30 - How to write a to-do list that’s actually helpful 00:13:30 - How to tailor your day to your circadian rhythm 00:21:00 - Don’t give 100%, 100% of the time 00:26:40 - Bad habits that are costing your productivity 00:29:30 - Being mindful of the time you’ve gained back 00:34:00 - How to avoid social media stealing your saved time 00:36:00 - Being kind to your future self
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| Thought For The Week: The Mindset Shifts That Will Instantly Get you Closer to your Goals | 19 Feb 2023 | 00:03:51 | |
Get closer to your goals without lifting a finger thanks to these these simple tips. SUPPORT THE PODCAST CONNECT WITH ME Got an episode suggestion or feedback for me? Email me - ed@edwinastott.com | |||
| Transform your Life With Radical Humility | 15 Feb 2023 | 00:31:05 | |
Humility can improve your relationships, work & sense of purpose. It's a trait that's been lauded since the Greek gods were pushing it, but more recently it's earned a bit of a bad wrap. So where's the line between humility & door mat? And what's the science behind humility's superpowers? Dr Daryl Van Tongeren, he’s an associate professor at Hope College & the author of Humble; Free Yourself from the Traps of a Narcissistic world. You can find the transcript of our conversation here. SUPPORT THE PODCAST CONNECT WITH US BOOK Got an episode suggestion or feedback for me? Email me - ed@edwinastott.com | |||
| Thought for the Week: Embrace The Beginner's Mindset | 12 Feb 2023 | 00:04:15 | |
In a little over 4 minutes, your eyes will be opened to the power of a beginner’s mindset, helping you to remove the fear & doubt & get you excited to dive into the unknown. SUPPORT THE PODCAST CONNECT WITH ME Got an episode suggestion or feedback for me? Email me - ed@edwinastott.com | |||
| How To Make Working From Home Work For You | 08 Feb 2023 | 00:33:56 | |
Working from home has given most of us more freedom over our workday than we’ve ever had before, but are you really making the most of it? Today - how to make working from home work for you - boost your productivity, reduce your stress and take advantage of this new world of work. My guest is Laura Vanderkam she’s an expert in time management & author of The New Corner Office: How The Most Successful People Work From Home. You can find the transcript of our conversation here. SUPPORT THE PODCAST CONNECT WITH US BOOK Got an episode suggestion or feedback for me? Email me - ed@edwinastott.com | |||
| Thought for the Week: The Secret to Creativity | 05 Feb 2023 | 00:04:38 | |
You're told that it’s healthy to have total control over your mind, but how often do you let it out for a wander? Here's why you should & how to do it. SUPPORT THE PODCAST CONNECT WITH ME Got an episode suggestion or feedback for me? Email me - ed@edwinastott.com | |||
| A Guide to Grief: How to Process Loss | 01 Feb 2023 | 00:43:17 | |
After losing her father as a child, her brother in her early twenties & her baby son only a couple of days after giving birth, Edwina Shaw has dealt with more than her fair share of grief. But she couldn't find the book she needed to help her process her loss, so she wrote it. She's the author of A Guide Through Grief, First Aid for your Heart & Soul. Whether you’re dealing with grief or you know someone who’s going through it, you’re really going to get so much from this conversation. Edwina talks about the stages of grief, dealing with anger, learning to live with the pain of loss & how to best support someone who's going through it. I promise you, this is an uplifting & inspiring conversation & one everyone should listen to. *TRIGGER WARNING: Though brief, there are mentions of suicide in this conversation* You can find the transcript of our conversation here. SUPPORT THE PODCAST CONNECT WITH US BOOK MEDITATION Got an episode suggestion or feedback for me? Email me - ed@edwinastott.com | |||
| Life Lessons in Divorce & Break-Ups with Helen Thorn | 25 Jan 2023 | 00:44:08 | |
In March 2020, just a few days before the UK lockdowns, Helen Thorn's life took a turn she never saw coming. Stood in her husband's closet, she found a piece of paper that would see her life unravel. Helen is a comedian and one half of the Scummy Mummies duo, she’s since written a book about that discovery. Her book ‘Get Divorced, Be Happy’ details her first year of separation - it’s a book about surviving break-ups and thriving as a single person. Helen talks about the biggest lessons from divorce & her break-up, how to cope, how to guide children through the process & learning that her separation wasn't the end, more a messy begining. You can find the transcript of our conversation here.
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| How to Get Your Doctor to Listen to You & Take You Seriously | 18 Jan 2023 | 00:43:05 | |
If you’ve ever been to the doctor's office and felt like you're not being listened to or you've left in a cloud of rage over how you've been treated, today's conversation is for you. Ragen Chastain is a certified health coach, functional fitness specialist, author & speaker who holds the world record for the heaviest woman to complete a marathon. In this episode, Ragen explains how you can get healthcare professionals to take you seriously, the preparations you should make before your appointments, how to find a good healthcare practitioner plus a whole bunch of other great advice that will really help make your healthcare a lot less frustrating. SUPPORT THE PODCAST CONNECT WITH US ADDITIONAL INFO Got an episode suggestion or feedback for me? Email me - ed@edwinastott.com
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| Is Dry January worth it? | 11 Jan 2023 | 00:29:54 | |
Is there really anything to be gained from just one month of sobriety? The research says yes! Dr Richard DeVisser has been working in health psychology & public health for the past 25 years and is currently based at the University of Sussex. His research has found that Dry January can give your health a boost until August, possibly beyond! Plus, you're not too late to start. Richard explains the benefits of Dry Jan, how to get started & how to make sure you stick to it. SUPPORT THE PODCAST CONNECT WITH US RESEARCH ADDITIONAL INFO Got an episode suggestion or feedback for me? Email me - ed@edwinastott.com | |||
| Here's What Your Dreams Really Mean | 04 Jan 2023 | 00:49:17 | |
Your dreams may be telling you things that your concious mind can't. So how do you understand what they mean? Dr Deidre Barrett is a dream researcher from Harvard University & the author of Pandemic Dreams & The Committee of Sleep. In this episode she'll teach you how to read your dreams, the meanings of common dreams & how to harness the power of your dreams to help heal trauma. SUPPORT THE PODCAST CONNECT WITH US BOOKS Got an episode suggestion or feedback for me? Email me - ed@edwinastott.com | |||
| How to Make Life Changing, Deep Connections with Kasley Killam | 13 Jun 2024 | 00:47:09 | |
If I were to ask you how healthy you are right now, what would you say? Would you tell me about your social life? How many friends have you connected with in the last week? Or how connected you feel with your local community? Probably not, but Kasley Killam says that social health is vital to our physical health & by ignoring it, we’re missing out on some huge benefits. She’s the Author of The Art and Science of Connection: Why Social Health Is the Missing Key to Living Longer, Healthier, and Happier. TIMESTAMPS
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| Your Resolution Should be to Join a Choir (Especially if You Think You Can't Sing) | 28 Dec 2022 | 00:35:30 | |
What if I told you that no matter how bad a singer you think you are, you can learn? Libby O’Donovan is a critically acclaimed Jazz & Cabaret performer & an award-winning Musical Director. She says anyone can sing & if you assume you can’t, you’re missing out on so many incredible benefits! Today, she explains why joining a choir should be your New Years resolution & how you can embrace all the benefits wrapped up in embracing your voice. CONNECT WITH US Got an episode suggestion or feedback for me? Email me - ed@edwinastott.com
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| Learn to Flirt in Five Minutes | 26 Dec 2022 | 00:06:30 | |
Perhaps your flirting game could do with a little upgrade? With the holiday season in full swing, it’s a great opportunity to get out there, meet new people & make some connections. But if you feel like your flirting is letting you down, I’ve got you. Samantha Jayne is a dating coach & relationship expert. CONNECT WITH US Got an episode suggestion or feedback for me? Email me - ed@edwinastott.com | |||
| A Teary Little Christmas Thank You, From Me to You | 25 Dec 2022 | 00:01:11 | |
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| How your Belly Could Heal your Brain | 21 Dec 2022 | 00:34:13 | |
As we start to learn more about our gut microbiome and its effect on the rest of the body, we’re starting to understand the valuable role it plays in our health. So today, we’re levelling up our gut bacteria knowledge and learning a little more about the gut brain connection. Dr Amy Loughman, is a research psychologist, Senior Research Fellow and Head of Microbiome Research at Deakin University’s Food & Mood Centre. CONNECT WITH US LINKS TO RESEARCH Got an episode suggestion or feedback for me? Email me - ed@edwinastott.com | |||
| A Psychologist's Advice on Dealing with Difficult Relationships this Christmas | 19 Dec 2022 | 00:33:44 | |
Christmas is a fun time and all but for so many of us it can be full of relationships that are super tricky to navigate - sibling rivalries, to tricky parenting dynamics and of course the in-laws. Fear not - I am your Christmas elf and I’ve called in some help. Dr Terri Apter is a psychologist and Cambridge University academic who specialises in dealing with difficult relationships. She’s also the author of What Do You Want From Me? Learning To Get Along with In-Laws & Passing Judgement: Praise & Blame in Everyday Life. CONNECT WITH US BOOKS Got an episode suggestion or feedback for me? Email me - ed@edwinastott.com | |||
| Beat Your Fear of Flying | 17 Dec 2022 | 00:30:47 | |
Whilst we love to travel, so many of us are terrified of flying. So what can we do to ease those fears and fly fearlessly into the holiday season? Captain Tom Bunn is an airline pilot and licensed therapist & the president of SOAR, an organisation that he’s been running for the last 30 years helping people to overcome their fear of flying. CONNECT WITH US COURSES Got an episode suggestion or feedback for me? Email me - ed@edwinastott.com | |||
| How to Raise Kind Kids | 14 Dec 2022 | 00:39:44 | |
It’s around this time that we all try and spread a little extra kindness and that is a very good thing indeed. But if you’re keen to go one step further and pass on the kindness for future generations, how do you raise kind kids? Dr Thomas Lickona is a professor of education & psychologist and the author of 9 books on moral development and character education, including the book How to Raise Kind Kids, he also has a whole host of other accolades - trust me, when it comes to kindness he’s our man. CONNECT WITH US Got an episode suggestion or feedback for me? Email me - ed@edwinastott.com | |||
| Blue Mind: How Water Makes you Happier | 12 Dec 2022 | 00:37:52 | |
We are a nation that love the water, but we’re not alone. As a species, humans are universally drawn to it & there’s a reason for that. It’s really good for us. This effect is called Blue Mind, it was named by Dr Wallace J Nichols & it's also the title of his book. He’s a marine biologist & has devoted most of his life to this phenomenon. So what is Blue Mind & how can we harness it? CONNECT WITH US BOOK Got an episode suggestion or feedback for me? Email me - ed@edwinastott.com | |||
| How to Stop Dieting & Actually Get Healthy in 2023 | 09 Dec 2022 | 00:45:20 | |
Now is the time of year that more than ever we’re bombarded with diet culture messages - that unwanted comment from your aunt at the dinner table, the constant reference to guilty food choices and of course those new year diet ads. So here’s my gift to you - a full episode of anti-diet culture fabulousness. It is my goal that by the end of this episode you’ll be significantly less tempted to start a new years diet or to let guilt around food ruin this time of year for you. For this though, I need back - up. Claire Chewning is a registered dietician, certified intuitive eating counselor and the host of the Yours Chewly Podcast. CONNECT WITH US Got an episode suggestion or feedback for me? Email me - ed@edwinastott.com | |||
| What you Need to Know Before you Share About Kids Online | 07 Dec 2022 | 00:41:20 | |
Today - a conversation that will likely make you re-think the way you share about the children in your life online & it's one that's particularly relevant over Christmas & New Year as the snapping, posting & recording goes into overdrive. Things have changed considerably since I, and probably you. Now, raising kids is a totally different ball game - children are connected to the internet in one way or another from the day they’re born & their safety online is a huge concern. Of course, teaching children how to be mindful of technology is vital, but it’s just as important that we, as adults, consider what we share about the children in our lives online. Leah Plunkett, is the author of Sharenthood; Why We Should Think Before We Talk About Our Kids Online. CONNECT WITH US Got an episode suggestion or feedback for me? Email me - ed@edwinastott.com | |||
| Banish Your Imposter Syndrome with Dr Jessamy Hibberd | 06 Jun 2024 | 00:46:28 | |
If you’ve ever shared that you’re feeling it, the most common reaction is ‘oh my gosh me too’. I’m talking about Imposter Syndrome - it’s brutal, unhelpful and feels horrible. So why do we experience it and how can we tackle it? That’s exactly what we’re going to take down today - by the way this episode was requested by Jess on Instagram - if there’s something you’re struggling with follow me @thatshelpfulpod and send me a DM, because if you’re going through it likely many of us out here are too! Want to become a podcast sponsor, got some feedback for me or just fancy a chat? Email me - thatshelpful@edstott.com CONNECT WITH US BOOKS OTHER MENTIONS TIMESTAMPS 00:00:00 - Intro 00:01:22 - What is imposter syndrome? 00:02:28 - How is imposter syndrome different from normal self doubt? 00:04:20 - How many people suffer with imposter syndrome? 00:05:45 - Imposter syndrome isn’t just a problem in the workplace 00:06:45 - Can you have imposter syndrome & not know? 00:08:05 - The link between imposter syndrome and perfectionism 00:10:55 - How perfected life is now 00:13:23 - The common types of imposter syndrome 00:20:00 - How can we start to overcome it? 00:25:00 - Keeping a running document of achievements 00:27:48 - Thoughts aren’t facts 00:30:45 - The balance between humility & imposter syndrome 00:35:00 - Sharing these feelings 00:37:50 - The stories you share help you understand yourself 00:40:00 - Jessamy’s experience of imposter syndrome 00:42:33 - The importance of remembering you’re human
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| The Secret to Unlocking your Stress Cycle with Dr Amelia Nagoski | 05 Dec 2022 | 00:48:12 | |
It’s around this time of year that many of us take a little break & if you're anything like me, as soon as you stop, you'll get sick. This is just one of the indicators that you may be burnt out. So what can you do about it? How can you break the cycle & stop living in this endless cycle of fatigue? Dr Amelia Nagoski is the co-author of Burnout: The Secret To Unlocking The Stress Cycle which she wrote with her sister Dr Emily Nagoski. CONNECT WITH US Got an episode suggestion or feedback for me? Email me - ed@edwinastott.com | |||
| The Expectation Effect: Transform Your Mindset | 03 Dec 2022 | 00:38:46 | |
You might have heard of the placebo effect or even manifesting, but what about the expectation effect? The idea that your mindset can completely change your life. Research shows that it absolutely works. So how effective is it and how can we harness it for the year ahead? That’s where David Robson comes in, he’s a science journalist & the author of The Expectation Effect: How Your Mindset Can Transform Your Life. In this episode, you'll learn how to use this simple mindset shift to transform every area of your life. CONNECT WITH US Got an episode suggestion or feedback for me? Email me - ed@edwinastott.com | |||
| Become a Better Negotiator & Transform Your Relationships | 30 Nov 2022 | 00:58:12 | |
Throughout the month of December, I’m bringing you the 12 pods of Christmas - released every Tuesday, Thursday & Sunday to guide you through your best holiday season yet. We’re going to maximise the joy, minimise the stress and set you up for 2023. And boy are we starting off with a bang - today, how to negotiate your dream Christmas. Sick of spending every year trudging round to your in-laws or abiding by holiday traditions that you really don’t enjoy? In this episode, we’re going to learn the art of negotiation, how it can help you to get what you want & improve pretty much every relationship in your life. Rachel Moore Best is the founder of the Human Factor - an organisation dedicated to making negotiation and advocacy accessible to everyone. CONNECT WITH US Got an episode suggestion or feedback for me? Email me - ed@edwinastott.com | |||
| How to Make the Change you Want to See in the World with Gina Martin | 23 Nov 2022 | 00:49:01 | |
Is there something in your world that you’d love to change but just have no idea how to make it happen? Perhaps you think that you’re just one person and that you won’t make a jott of difference? Well, Gina Martin is living proof that’s just not true. She’s an activist who fought to make upskirting illegal in the UK. Upskirting is the act of taking a sexually intrusive photograph of someone without their permission. Since this landmark achievement an allegation of upskirting has been reported to police nearly every single day since the law was changed. She’s also the author of Be The Change: A Toolkit for the Activist in You. If you’ve ever wanted to change something but had no idea how to go about it, this is the episode for you. CONNECT WITH US Got an episode suggestion or feedback for me? Email me - ed@edwinastott.com | |||
| How To Deal With Your Career Regret | 16 Nov 2022 | 00:38:39 | |
Ever feel like you should have pursued something different or you're heading back to work after a break & dreading returning to the job you hate? BUT, you feel like you’ve invested so much in your career that it’s too late or irresponsible to change? Well Leah Lambert, is a Career & Interview Coach & the Director of Relaunch Me. She’s successfully pulled off several career changes & a career break so she knows what it takes to overcome career regret. Leah talks us through her step by step remedy & her fool proof guide for finding a career that truly sets you on fire. CONNECT WITH US PODCAST Got an episode suggestion or feedback for me? Email me - ed@edwinastott.com | |||
| Are You Burnt Out? | 09 Nov 2022 | 00:48:13 | |
Burnout is on the rise everywhere, but the way we live is making it harder to identify & handle. If you feel drained, emotionally exhausted & like you don’t have anything left in the tank then you may well be experiencing it. Dr Michelle Woolhouse has been there. She’s a fellow of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners, the Australasian College of Nutritional and Environmental Medicine and the Australasian Society of Lifestyle Medicine. But she’s also been completely burnt out & she’s written a book about it. It’s called The Wonder Within - it explains the physical effects of burnout & some simple things we can all be doing to recover. BOOKS PODCASTS Got an episode suggestion or feedback for me? Email me - ed@edwinastott.com | |||
| Trash Imposter Syndrome & Live The Life You Deserve | 02 Nov 2022 | 00:39:18 | |
Ash Ambirge will completely changed the way you think about work. If your job isn’t really setting your world on fire and you’re dreaming of doing something you truly love, Ash is your girl. She’s the author of The Middle Finger Project & an advocate for women doing disobedient things. She’s also the boss of The Vivette - they’re on a mission to help people quit their jobs and travel the world. CONNECT WITH US BOOKS Got an episode suggestion or feedback for me? Email me - ed@edwinastott.com | |||
| An FBI Spy Recruiter's Guide to Networking | 26 Oct 2022 | 00:43:21 | |
Walking into a room full of people you don’t know at a party, starting a new job, trying to network at an event, making a good impression on your new boss. If you’re anything like me, the thought of all of these things will fill you with sheer dread. But, what if you had a step by step guide to building a rapport & gaining trust? Plus - a way of figuring out if you can trust them! Well, that’s Robin Dreeke’s bread & butter. He’s the CEO of People Formula and Behavioral Analysis Expert & he spent over 20 years with the FBI recruiting Russian spies! CONNECT WITH US BOOKS PODCASTS Got an episode suggestion or feedback for me? Email me - ed@edwinastott.com | |||
| How to Handle a Narcissist | 19 Oct 2022 | 00:47:25 | |
In a world of social media, selfies and self obsession it’s hardly surprising that we’re hearing the word narcissism pop up more & more. But what really is narcissism, how do we identify narcissist and how can we best deal with them? That’s exactly what we’re talking about today. Professor Keith Campbell, Author of The New Narcissism. CONNECT WITH US BOOKS Got an episode suggestion or feedback for me? Email me - ed@edwinastott.com | |||
| When 'People Pleasing' is Actually Codependency & How to Deal With it | 12 Oct 2022 | 00:33:45 | |
Would you say you’re a people pleaser? A lot of us have these tendencies and for some of us these traits can really cause a lot of trouble in our lives. Jo Westwood says that this is when we’re probably in codependency territory and we’ve got some work to do. Jo is a recovering codependent person & a codependency coach. In this conversation we talk about recognising codependency in your relationships, the way that it can manifest itself in your life including attracting narcissists and how to take back control. CONNECT WITH US Got an episode suggestion or feedback for me? Email me - ed@edwinastott.com | |||
| The Happiness Curve: Why Life Gets Better Later with Jonathon Rauch | 30 May 2024 | 00:40:13 | |
So many of us expect to become less happy as we age, BUT science says you couldn’t be more wrong - you’ll likely become happier as you get into old age, you’ll be more content and more able to live in the present moment. This phenomenon is called the happiness curve and it’s a concept that award winning journalist Jonathon Rauch is incredibly passionate about. Jonathan is a senior fellow at the Brookings Institution in Washington and the author of The Happiness Curve, Why Life Gets Better After 50. So what does the research say, how can we avoid the midlife crisis we hear so much about & how might the happiness curve help us to reframe the way we approach aging? BOOKS Want to become a podcast sponsor, got some feedback for me or just fancy a chat? Email me - thatshelpful@edstott.com 00:00:00 - Intro 00:01:16 - How did Jonathon discover the happiness curve? 00:04:45 - How does the happiness curve play out in different countries? 00:07:24 - The forecasting error 00:13:13 - Why so many of us feel ashamed of the midlife slump 00:17:37 - Step don’t leap 00:23:35 - How to overcome the time trap of the happiness curve 00:26:26 - The happiness curve is fuelled by false assumptions around age 00:31:21 - It isn’t just teenagers who go through transitional times of life 00:33:31 - The power in giving yourself time to reset 00:35:51 - The things that truly bring life satisfaction 00:38:12 - The one thing to remember
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| The Time Tricks of Highly Effective People | 05 Oct 2022 | 00:30:53 | |
Do you ever get to the end of the day unable to identify what you've achieved or how you've spent your time? Well, this is the episode for you. Dr Amantha Imber, organisational psychologist & the author of Time Wise - Powerful Habits, More Time, Greater Joy. In this episode, Amantha shares the hacks that high achievers rely on to accomplish more than the average person. CONNECT WITH US BOOKS PODCAST Got an episode suggestion or feedback for me? Email me - ed@edwinastott.com | |||
| Become a Friend-Making Machine | 28 Sep 2022 | 00:42:05 | |
Friendships are super important, not just for our mental health, but for our physical health. So how do we go about making new friends when we have no idea where to start? Dr Melanie Mills is a friendship expert & the Author of ‘The Friendship Bond’. CONNECT WITH US BOOKS PODCAST Got an episode suggestion or feedback for me? Email me - ed@edwinastott.com | |||
| How to Kick Your Screen Addiction | 21 Sep 2022 | 00:45:52 | |
Addiction is a scary word, but it’s likely we’ll have all come across it in some form or another throughout our lives. David Gillespie is the author of Brain Reset and he says that we’re more addicted than ever before and it’s having a devastating impact on our mental health. The good news is that there is a solution and that’s the focus of David’s latest book. In this conversation we chat through how addiction works, how your smartphone is designed to hack your mind and how to break the cycle. If addiction is a problem for you or anyone you know you can call Lifeline on 13 11 14 anytime for support. CONNECT WITH US BOOK | |||
| Become a More Confident Feminist with Clementine Ford | 14 Sep 2022 | 01:32:52 | |
Clementine Ford is a feminist, author & host of the Dear Clementine podcast. In this episode, we talk about: - How patriarchy works - The ways in which patriarchy pits women against each other - The joys of feminism - When to step in on misogynistic conversations - Steps you can take to better support feminism Enjoy! CONNECT WITH US CHARITIES TO SUPPORT BOOKS PODCAST | |||
| Unf*ck Your Finances | 08 Sep 2022 | 00:33:33 | |
Understanding our finances is an essential skill, but most of us don’t have it. Mel Browne is an entrepreneur, financial expert and the author of Unf*ck Your Finances. She's also on a mission to increase your financial literacy & confidence. In this episode we talk about why budgets don't work, what does, the best ways to save, to tackle debt and why YOU need to be in control of YOUR finances. CONNECT WITH US | |||
| Learn to Love Living Anywhere | 31 Aug 2022 | 00:42:07 | |
What if I told you that you’d never have to move again? Most of us will move 10 times during our lifetime and it’s often one of the most stressful things we’ll ever do. But you can absolutely learn to love where you live and build a strong attachment to your town or city no matter where it is. Melody Warnick is the author of This Is Where You Belong and If You Could Live Anywhere, she's discovered the secrets of making anywhere feel like home. She’s also got an amazing framework for you if you’re one of those people who can now work from anywhere on finding where you’re meant to be. CONNECT WITH US | |||
| Taming your inner-critic & self care for busy people | 24 Aug 2022 | 00:33:22 | |
This week - you’re in for a real treat. Two interviews in one magnificent episode! Behavioural and emotional expert, Maureen Fearon will introduce you to Neuro Linguistic Programming - a tool that could help you to control your inner critic. Plus - how many times have you told yourself ‘I’ll just get through this week and everything will calm down’? Suzanne Falter says it’s time to stop. She’s a podcaster, speaker and the author of The Extremely Busy Woman’s Guide to Self Care. CONNECT WITH US BOOKS OTHER | |||
| How to pull a career 180 | 17 Aug 2022 | 00:39:57 | |
Sick of your job and ready to do something completely different? We spend ⅓ of our lives at work and the majority of us don’t like what we do. The world of work has completely changed thanks to the internet and we’re more empowered than ever before to do work that makes us happy. But with so much choice comes great confusion and it can be really tricky to figure out what you want to do let alone how you should go about doing it. Monique Ross is the co-author of ‘This Working Life - How to navigate your career in uncertain times’ and she quit her job as an Editor for ABC news to become a Forest Therapy Guide. In this episode she shares everything she's learnt along the way as well as a few tips for figuring out what you should be doing and how to get started. CONNECT WITH US BOOKS | |||
| How to spot a psychopath | 10 Aug 2022 | 00:42:29 | |
5-10% of people are psychopaths - so how do you identify them & how should you deal with them? David Gillespie is the author of Taming Toxic People: The Science of Identifying and Dealing With Psychopaths At Work and At Home. David was inspired to write the book by his previous career as a corporate lawyer that saw him cross paths with so many people who he suspected could be psychopaths. He couldn't find any good information on how to identify & deal with them so he decided to do his own research. In this episode, he talks us through the signs of a psychopath and reveals how we should deal with them both in the workplace & in our personal lives. CONNECT WITH US | |||
| Injectables 101 | 03 Aug 2022 | 00:38:01 | |
Anti-wrinkle injections & fillers aren't for everyone, but for some they are absolutely life changing. It can be so hard to get good impartial information when you’re thinking about getting something done though. Enter - Rachael Hornbuckle, she’s a cosmetic injector with over 8 years experience as a Registered Nurse in Cosmetic Dermatology. She’s incredible at what she does. In this conversation, Rachael covers everything from how to find a good injector, what’s fixable, the risks, what to do if something goes wrong, plus a bunch of other useful things. CONNECT WITH US | |||
| Simple Gratitude Hacks to Transform Your Health | 23 May 2024 | 00:39:38 | |
Gratitude is one of those words that’s everywhere - particularly if you’re interested in self-improvement & your health. BUT what does the science actually say about introducing a little more gratitude into our lives & the best ways to do it? Well, Professor Fuschia Sirois is a psychologist from the University of Durham who’s been studying gratitude for much of her career. Today we’re going to get answers to those questions and take a look at how gratitude can bring us closer to our future selves. CONNECT WITH US BOOKS Want to become a podcast sponsor, got some feedback for me or just fancy a chat? Email me - thatshelpful@edstott.com TIMESTAMPS 00:00:00 - Intro 00:01:05 - What is gratitude? 00:03:29 - Why do some people have more gratitude than others? 00:06:27 - When did we start to study gratitude? 00:08:47 - Gratitude’s influence on health 00:10:46 - Impact on gratitude for people with fibromyalgia 00:12:46 - Gratitude & future orientation 00:16:33 - The benefits of being future oriented 00:19:50 - Simple ways to incorporate more gratitude 00:25:06 - How to practice group gratitude 00:29:10 - How gratitude helps us find meaning 00:29:47 - What to focus your gratitude on 00:32:15 - Gratitude pitfalls 00:33:37 - Acknowledging joy in other ways 00:34:51 - Gratitude & society 00:37:45 - The one thing to remember
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| Supercharge your motivation | 27 Jul 2022 | 00:34:49 | |
This week it’s all about getting motivated. Professor Ayelet Fishbach is an expert on motivation and decision making, she’s the author of Get It Done: Surprising Lessons from the science of Motivation and is a past president of the Society for the Science of Motivation. She explains how you can create better goals, increase your motivation and achieve more. CONNECT WITH US LINKS
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| Quit the Toxic Diet Cycle | 20 Jul 2022 | 00:44:17 | |
The bad news is that most of us will try 162 diets in our lifetime, the good news is that it is possible to quit the toxic diet cycle. Evelyn Tribole is one of the creators of Intuitive Eating, A Revolutionary Anti-Diet Approach and she’s my guest this week. If you want to stop dieting, enjoy food and get rid of your negative thoughts while improving your body image then this conversation is for you. If you enjoy the show, please leave us a five star review! CONNECT WITH US LINKS | |||
| Finding your purpose | 13 Jul 2022 | 00:42:34 | |
Finding your purpose can seem so unachievable that most of us don’t even bother to look for it. But according to Professor Christine Whelan it can make you happier, healthier and help you to live longer. Christine is an expert in purpose, she's written three best selling books on the topic and studied the self help industry for her Phd. Over the next 40 minutes you’ll hear what Christine’s learnt from her studies, plus she’ll break down the formula for finding your own purpose. CONNECT WITH US LINKS
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