The paradox of plenty - the psychology of making better, stronger decisions

In today's episode, I talk about the concept of decision fatigue and how it affects our daily lives. Being bombarded with choices, from what to wear to what to eat, and it's easy to get caught up in the overwhelm. But what if you could simplify your decision-making process and make choices with con…

The psychology of becoming a luckier person (8 steps)

In this episode, I delve into the psychology of luck and give you some practical tips on how to become a luckier person. I talk about the concept of beginner's luck to reframing failures, this episode is packed with actionable advice to help you shift your mindset and attract more good fortune into…

How to help someone out of a coercive controlling relationship

In this head noise episode, I respond to a listeners question around coercive control and I go further in depth, covering the complex and often subtle signs of coercive control in relationships, and offers guidance on how to support loved ones who may be experiencing it. Coercive control is a form …

Should you have single time in between relationships?

In today's episode (a specialized head noise ep), I go into the importance of having a gap between relationships,  the benefits of taking time to heal and focus on personal growth before jumping into a new partnership.  Key takeaways from this episode include the importance of recognising patterns…

The neuroscience of intrusive thoughts - How to manage them and what they mean

Intrusive thoughts - those unwanted, distressing, and often disturbing mental images or urges that pop into our minds without warning. They're a common experience for most people, but for some, they can be debilitating and all-consuming. In this episode, I take you through the neuroscience behind i…

Things to do to 'unrot' your brain

In today's episode, I'm going to take you through 16 actionable tips to help you "unrot" our brains, including doing a daily brain training game, carrying a book or kindle, and setting a time limit on passive social media consumption. These tips are designed to be achievable and accessible, making …

Understanding the Neuroscience of Mental Fatigue - Why You Lack Motivation (it is not 'Lazy')

In this ep I talk about the complex world of cognitive fatigue, going into the neuroscience behind why we feel drained, demotivated, and disconnected from life. We're not just talking about being tired, but a state of being that's often misunderstood.  This ep also covers the intricate mechanisms …

How to Deal With a Partner Who is Weaponising Incompetence + More (Head Noise)

Welcome to your Head Noise Episode where we cover all kinds of questions from YOU.  Today I cover 4 questions, topics range from dealing with a partner who is refusing to pull his weight, choosing between your home town that you love or moving away to find love, timing dating someone new and more.…

Understanding the Neuroscience of Low Self Esteem and How to Improve it

In this episode, we explore the neural basis of self-esteem and low self-esteem. With a focus on the brain's physical changes that can impact our moods and self-perception, this episode will help you understand the complex relationship between our brains and our sense of self-worth. The episode al…

Survivorship Bias - What it Can Teach You About Planning Ahead For Success

In this episode, i talk about the concept of survivorship bias, a logical error that occurs when we focus on successful outcomes and ignore failures, leading to skewed conclusions. This phenomenon is all too common in our daily lives, from the way we perceive success stories to the way we make deci…