Growth Mindset Psychology: The Science of Self-Improvement

Do the THING

12 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

How to take action and get things done. A simple strategy to find clarity on what is important: Being busy vs being productive Eliminate distraction...

Attract and Choose the Right Partner

08 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Find a compatible partner for long-term happiness. Choosing the right partner is important. We cover everything you need to know: 🙌 Increase the ...

Improve Your Self-Worth | Author Jonathon Aslay

05 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The essentials of improving self-worth for better relationships and the practices for self-love that pave the way to finding and keeping love. Jonath...

How to Stop Catastrophizing

01 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Learn how to battle intrusive thoughts and create more peace in your mind and in your relationships. We cover the natural thinking pathways that lead...

Master Superior Conversation w/ Topaz Azides

27 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Conversation drives the mechanics of love and connection. We talk with Topaz Adizes, the brilliant mind behind '12 Questions for Love' to increase the...

Life Lesson: Unlearning Behaviours

25 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What makes you... you? How much of that can you decide? These are the big questions we tackle in this short Life Lesson bonus episode for some ideas ...

Creating Healthy Boundaries

23 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We clear the complex waters of setting healthy boundaries in relationships, a masterclass designed to empower you with the tools for understanding and...

Attachment Styles: Understanding Our Emotional Blueprint

20 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We explore the profound impact of attachment theory on relationship dynamics, focusing on overcoming fears of intimacy linked to avoidant attachment a...

15 Keys to Deeper Connections

16 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join us on a journey through the labyrinth of love and the 15 keys to crafting harmony in romance and life. This episode tackles the subtle nuances th...

The Loneliness Paradox: Why Independence is Key to Connection

13 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Explore the dynamic interplay between solitude and connection in our latest episode on the Loneliness Paradox. This episode provides insights into ove...

The Science of Love, Desire and Attachment

09 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Explore the heart's invisible forces by understanding the biology behind love in our latest episode, where we decode the science of love through the l...

10 Stoic Questions For a Full Life

06 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We conclude the season reflecting on the most powerful lessons of stoicism and how to incorporate them into our lives to make lasting changes and impr...

Stop Disappointing Yourself - The Four Pillars of Tranquility

02 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We delve deep into stoicism and psychological strategies to empower your present self, aligning it seamlessly with your future goals. Discover the imp...

The Science of Mental Toughness

30 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Dive deep into the science of mental toughness by exploring the four critical elements - Control, Commitment, Challenge, and Confidence. Understand ho...

16 Paradoxes of Life

26 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We explore 16 paradoxes that challenge conventional wisdom, from the Freedom Paradox to the Happiness Paradox. Discover how understanding these contr...

The Stoics Guide to Freedom: Mastering Life with Epictetus

24 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Explore the timeless lessons from the Enchiridion, a manual for living by Epictetus Uncover how ancient Stoic principles provide practical guidance fo...

Old Secrets to Calm, Purposeful Progress

22 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Do you feel like you're always rushing and never accomplishing anything meaningful? It's time to ditch the addiction to speed and rediscover the power...

24 Stoic Rules To Change Your Life

19 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

No matter what life throws your way in 2024, adopting a Stoic mindset can set you up for both success and satisfaction. Join our host, Sam Webster Har...

How to Build Intelligence and Wisdom

16 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Are you ready to unlock your full potential and make smarter decisions in 2024? This episode provides a blueprint for developing true intelligence and...

Engineer Unstoppable Motivation and Resilience

12 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It's time to stop searching for motivation and start building it instead. Willpower alone doesn’t work. One day you're fired up and ready to crush i...

7 Habits of Highly Miserable People

09 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

How we screw ourselves over and sabotage our happiness. Learn the cognitive biases, comfortable lies and deceitful practices that become routines and ...

Be More Yourself in 2024

05 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Kick-off 2024 with a plan to be unapologetically you! Are you ready to shed limiting beliefs and step into your fullest potential? In this episode of ...

Meditations of Marcus Aurelius: Timeless Wisdom for Better Days

02 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Discover powerful ancient wisdom for growth and self-improvement from Roman emperor Marcus Aurelius. In this psychology-focused episode, we extract ti...

10 Golden Rules for Habit Formation

29 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Why do some habits stick while others quickly crumble? This episode investigates the psychology of habits. Learn the science-backed secrets to forming...

Walls of Perception: See Reality Hidden Behind Ego Blind Spots, Innate Biases & Terrible Logic

22 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Do we see reality? In this thought-provoking episode, host Sam Webster Harris challenges us to shake off our nature and break down our barriers of per...

Open Minded Testing of Principles to Live By

20 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

St Augustine walked a long and winding road from violence and gratification to virtue and veneration. He wrote one of the first surviving autobiograph...

Ego is the Enemy

16 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The ego often stands as a formidable barrier to cultivating a growth mindset. It can cause us to stray from learning and strive for recognition and de...

Decoding Epicurus' Happiness Hacks

12 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Grow Your Mindset and Happiness, the Ancient Stoic Ways. Are modern self-help gurus just repackaging ancient wisdom? Learn the timeless psychological ...

Live Before You Die

08 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What if Seneca, the great Roman Stoic philosopher, suddenly appeared in modern times? He'd be horrified by our constant distractions and time-wasting ...

The Last Days of Socrates: An Unexamined Life Worth Living

05 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Socrates questioned everything in pursuit of growth and wisdom - but seeking truth in ancient Athens would lead to his untimely death. We explore the ...

The Socratic Method: Questioning Your Way to Growth

01 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What if the path to true growth begins with admitting how little you actually know? Dive into the teachings of the ancient Greek philosopher Socrates,...

The 5 Base Principles of Stoicism

28 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Stoicism provides ancient answers for life in any era. As relevant today as ever. Do modern-day stresses have you feeling overwhelmed and stuck? These...

6 Phrases for Genuine Happiness

21 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Do you ever feel like happiness is something just out of reach? Like you'll be happier once you get that promotion, move into your dream home, or reac...

Fitting In Versus Finding Your Tribe: Alex Dunsdon [Potential.co]

14 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The day you stop racing, is the day you win the race. Sick of the 9-5 grind and trying to fit society’s mold? Our guest, Alex Dunsdon of Potential.c...

The Law of Creation

10 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

I know it can feel scary and uncomfortable to start being public with your passions and interests. But take it from me, it pays off big time! Whether ...

The Psychology of Improving What you Create

07 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Do you ever feel like your work just isn't good enough? We have a natural urge to play it safe and avoid rejection. But playing it safe will never pro...

Inside the Mind of a Billionaire Investor: Tim Draper

03 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Fail and fail again till you hit success. Winning comes from a willingness to fail. Dive into the visionary mind of Tim Draper as he shares insights o...

Free Yourself of Opinions and Prejudice

31 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Do you make snap judgments or quick assumptions? Our brains take mental shortcuts that lead to prejudice. In this episode, we discuss the psychology b...

How to Overcome Rejection and Take Action: Jonathan Petrides [AllPlants]

27 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What if every “no” you heard was just the universe redirecting you towards your true calling? For Jonathan Petrides, a string of rejections set hi...

The Science of Why We Lie to Ourselves About Being Special

24 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever wondered why we tend to think we're better than others? Or why we so often underestimate the challenges ahead of us? What if we're all l...

The Secret Sauce for Success: Eccie Newton [Karma Kitchen]

20 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Cooking is all about people. Food is maybe the only universal thing that really has the power to bring everyone together. No matter what culture, ever...

The Keys to Clarity

17 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Do you feel like you're constantly juggling too many things? Like you're always busy, but never accomplishing anything meaningful? In this episode, we...

Boosting Focus, Business Principles & Podcast Secrets: John Lee Dumas

13 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Follow One Course Until Success - F.O.C.U.S If you've ever wondered how to unleash your inner potential, build lasting habits, and thrive in today's d...

3 Habits to Build Mental Strength

10 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Tough times never last, but tough people do. Mental toughness is the ability to stay focused and motivated in the face of adversity. It's what allows ...

How to finish what you start: 5 steps to productivity and success

03 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Do you have a million unfinished projects? Do you start things but never finish them? You're not alone! Procrastination is one of the biggest obstacle...

6 Mindsets for Creative Success

26 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Do you have a creative dream that you've been putting off? Maybe you want to write a book, start a band, or launch your own business. But something is...

How to Apply Growth Mindset Thinking in Business: Matt Lerner

22 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Success is all about mindset, and in this episode, we're joined by Matt Lerner, an expert in growth mindset and startup growth strategies, as we explo...

6 Mindset Lessons from Bruce Lee

19 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

“Adapt what is useful, reject what is useless, and add what is specifically your own.” Bruce Lee was a master of the growth mindset. He was always...

Sex Psychology, Trauma Response and Personality Change | Sex therapist Rachel Jane Cooke

15 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What if there was a way to step outside of your comfort zone and view life from entirely new perspectives? Uncover the keys to personal growth, the he...

The 7 Types of Stupidity

12 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever made a stupid decision? I’m sure we all have. But what is stupidity, and why do we do stupid things? Stupidity is so much more than ju...

Huberman’s 5 Laws for Health and Mental Clarity

05 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Are you looking to wire your brain for happiness and success? Well, it needs to be in its best physical condition to function optimally. Andrew Huberm...

Seeking Difficulty: Jack Cai, 3x Blindfolded Rubik’s World records

01 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Life is like a Rubik's cube, sometimes you have to mess it up to make it better. Solving puzzles isn't just a hobby, but a path to personal growth and...

6 Unsexy Habits of Geniuses

29 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Being a genius isn't purely about IQ, it requires a bunch of habits, traits, and mindsets. In fact, some of the most brilliant people in history were ...

Embrace Adversity & Question Negativity: Growth Mindset Essentials

25 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We all experience disasters in our lives where we must keep control, embrace challenges, and choose happiness over victimhood. In this episode of the ...

The Science Of Success: Strategy For Excellence

22 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Often the way we try to achieve success is doomed from the start, so today we are going to break down the science of success. What makes some individ...

How to stop self-deception and narrow minded thinking

18 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Self-deception and narrow-minded thinking are not only things that happen around us all the time but creep into our own way of thinking. The book "Lea...

7 Time-Management Tools for Busy Mortals

15 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

"Get busy living or get busy dying" - time management focuses on endless productivity but that might not be the only thing we should optimize for. Lif...

How to build an unconventional life

11 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Do you yearn to break free from your comfort zone and live an unconventional life? Dive into this compelling episode of our Growth Mindset podcast wit...

How most people ruin their life in 4 steps

08 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What not to do is often the best guide and you don't want to fall into the incredibly common spiral discussed in this episode. We incrementally fall i...

No shortcuts: The mindset for performance

04 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Olympic head coach Frank Dick shares his lessons for elite performance and excellence on the Growth Mindset podcast. As we dive into the positive psyc...

Stop Drowning in Commitments: How simplicity relates to happiness

01 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We have an expectation that more is better yet this isn't always true. Often simplicity and reduced commitments can unlock our potential. Living with ...

The Psychology of Mistakes: How to Fix Lazy Thinking

25 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The biggest thing screwing us over is ourselves. Examining the psychology of mistakes we find 7 common paths of lazy thinking where the brain takes sh...

8 questions to build long term happiness

17 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Learn how to ask yourself better questions that can help you live with more purpose and happiness and reduce feelings of anxiety and frantic switching...

Why no one understands their fears

11 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Our genuine fears are hidden to us behind elaborate stories. To truly understand ourselves we need a lot of vulnerability, honesty, and curiosity to s...

Focus on solutions, not problems

06 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Our obsessions lean towards the problems and unsettled areas of our life. However, trying to control them is often impossible when we focus too much d...

Controlling your controlables

03 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Brian Biro Brian Biro is one of the foremost motivational and leadership speakers in the United States. With degrees from Stanford University and UCLA...

The price of admission: Success has a cost

29 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Success has a price. We often don't realise the costs of what we want and expect things to be perfect. Relationships will always have some problems wh...

Interpreting your stories

27 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We tell ourselves stories every day about ourselves, who we are, how we react to things, and why we're great. It's important to read through the BS wh...

The Art of Adaptability: Embracing Life's Curveballs

22 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Life has a knack for springing disasters on us at the worst moments. If we are too fixed in our thinking and planning we break, if we can learn to be ...

Limiting Mindsets in Sport and How to Overcome Them: Confessions of "average" Gold Medal Olympian

20 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Sam sits down with Gold Medal Olympian Ben Hunt-Davis to learn about growth and the power of being humble. Ben is the author of "Will it make the boat...

4 surprising benefits of kindness

12 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We all like to think of ourselves as kind. However, actually giving to others isn't always natural and can feel wrong when we work so hard for what we...

Why morning routines are toxic

06 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Morning routines are supposed to set you up for a day of success and a life of happiness and joy. Yet most self-improvement and productivity advice on...

How to stop catastrophizing

30 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Catastrophizing is a type of cognitive distortion. It's a faulty and inaccurate way of thinking that involves imagining the worst possible outcome in ...

5 biggest lessons of Stoicism

25 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Stoicism is the time-tested solution to life's problems and living with a greater peace of mind. In this mini-series of how to stop complaining we cou...

Diagnose and fix your real problems

22 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Complaining can be a very good diagnostic tool for identifying the actual problems in our life. The key is not just to sit around complaining about th...

Gratitude lessons (that don't suck)

16 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

No one likes people who complain and yet it is so hard to stop complaining about problems in our life. Gratitude is sold as the answer to all our happ...

Feeling behind? How to seize opportunities [before its too late]

09 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The Go For it Window was a concept introduced by David Perrel to help people spot giant opportunities in their life. Opportunities come around regular...

10 painful truths about productivity [you NEED to hear] from Nir Eyal

02 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Nir Eyal is a behavioural expert and bestselling author in the field of attention. His work to help people become Indistractable has helped people cre...

How to be more decisive - Instant brain hack

25 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

A quick strategy to cure confusion and be more decisive. This simple brain hack can radically simplify our situation when we feel confused and help us...

Breaking out of a rut - Battling mental health (with GeoWizard)

18 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Tom Davies, better known as GeoWizard is a YouTuber, adventurer and mental health advocate. He has raised thousands of pounds for mental health and is...

10 no bullsh*t ways to live a more interesting life

11 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Alastair Humphreys is the author of my all-time favourite books on the topic of adventure and getting more out of life. He was awarded the National G...

14 Habits Keeping You Poor

04 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Habits are the foundation of success and equally bad habits will create failure. Learning the habits that block you from financial success and keep yo...

Mastering your mind: Understand how emotions drive subconscious behaviour

28 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Jeff Buehner is the author of 'The Sultans Seven Secrets' which teaches us how to converse with our subconscious mind through our emotions. In this ep...

Stop disappointing yourself: 4 strategies to earn respect

21 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Most of our problems and disappointments are self-inflicted. They can be overcome with the right knowledge and mindsets to help us earn respect. There...

How to believe in yourself: Why it matters with Kyra Condie (US Olympic climber)

14 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Kyra Condie is a rising star in the world of climbing, known for her strength and unstoppable attitude. Diagnosed with Scoliosis as a young teenager s...

Catching Your Ego: How to Recognize Unconscious Bias and Embrace a Growth Mindset

07 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Most of the time the biggest source of frustration in our life is actually ourselves. Unconscious biases and ego are some of the biggest blockers to d...

Overcoming Setbacks with a Growth Mindset: Reframing Your Attitude | Niall McCann

28 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

When terrible things happen it is our mindset that determines how it impacts us. Niall McCann explains how he found gratitude for the opportunity to r...

How to slow down time: Naturally improve productivity and reduce stress

21 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Life is so busy that we get lost in the mad rush, Sam discusses unconventional ways to both alter our experience of time and get more done. We only ha...

Prioritizing Your Needs: Self-Care and Relationship Success | Jonathan Aslay

14 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Romantic season is here, but do you have the right mindset for healthy relationships? Find out here. Jonathan Aslay is a renowned dating and relations...

Abundance vs. Ego: How to Shift Your Mindset and Take Control of Your Life | Kyle Livingston

07 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Learn how to reframe your mindsets to see the opportunities in the world and reject feelings of fear and scarcity. Kyle Livingston was abandoned by hi...

The Art of Adventure: How to Create Incredible Experiences That Will Change Your Life

31 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Shane Ohly is an elite athlete who has broken climbing records and built a career and business in elite mountain running. His events business Ourea Ev...

Overcoming Ageism: 3 Strategies for Living Life on Your Own Terms

24 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We don't stop playing because we grow old, we grow old because we stop playing. The secret to peace is found in examining our troubles. With so much ...

Jim Mann: Pragmatically pushing your potential

17 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Jim Mann has broken several Ultramarathon records whilst also scaling his business Undo, with the goal to remove a billion tonnes of CO2 by 2030. He i...

Making friends with time

10 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

You cannot master time, you can only master yourself. Time will keep doing its thing and we can't ever blame it or be annoyed with it. We must accept ...

2023 goals - Enjoy the year

27 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

There are plenty of people telling you to 10x everything next year. How about trying to enjoy the year? 2023 will come and it will go and you will nev...

Do you know when to stop?

21 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Do you have a reverse gear? We spend so much time with our heads down trying to make forward progress that we often fail to be sure we are making prog...

Learning faster by doing less

13 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Trying to do too much is overwhelming and we can learn faster by doing less. We learn how to have more success in our learning goals with a more tacti...

Your Mind on food

07 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We discuss how to improve our relationships with food and ultimately ourselves. How we think about our body and how we treat it directly impacts our h...

Dan Murray-Serter: Know your purpose

29 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Dan Murray-Serter is the host of the Secret Leaders podcast and has bootstrapped it into an entire media company. He is also the founder of the brain ...

Be more interesting by being yourself

15 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Everyone wants to be more interesting and more liked but they can try too hard or simply not know where to start. We learn some ideas that you won't h...