Episodes

  • Overcome burnout and develop resilience - by doing nothing: Steve Magness

    Overcome burnout and develop resilience - by doing nothing: Steve Magness
    Jan 31 2025
    “All of humanity's problems stem from man's inability to sit quietly in a room alone” - Blaise Pascal. Rates of burnout and overwhelm are soaring and yet the advice tends to be push harder and exercise more. For people struggling with burnout this can lead to illness and a crash. On the contrary, we need to embrace stillness and simply being. Doing nothing is not easy for most people, yet it is what our nervous system's are crying out for, and it is the path to developing true resilience. 🔗 My Free course on beating burnout and finding flow for peak performance is here: https://www.simonmundie.com/beat-burnout-mini-course Website: simonmundie.com YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/YouTubeSimonMundie Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simonmundie/ Substack Newsletter: https://simonmundie.substack.com/ The paperback edition of my book, Champion Thinking: Get Out of Your Own Way, Find Your Peak Performance, is now available. Published by Bloomsbury, the link is here: https://www.simonmundie.com/book 'This book captures the magic of being in flow . . . Highly recommend' RONNIE O'SULLIVAN 'Entertaining and enlightening' MATTHEW SYED Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    8 mins
  • The transformative power of forgiveness: How Richard McCann forgave his Mother's killer Peter Sutcliffe

    The transformative power of forgiveness: How Richard McCann forgave his Mother's killer Peter Sutcliffe
    Jan 27 2025
    How Richard McCann found peace after his mother's murder by Peter Sutcliffe. At just 5 years old, Richard's life was shattered when his mother was brutally murdered by the serial killer known as the Yorkshire Ripper. In the aftermath, Richard endured further hardship, including a difficult home life and personal struggles with drugs and incarceration. Yet, through it all, Richard managed not only to survive, but to ultimately find the courage to forgive his mother's killer, liberating himself in the process. Richard's journey of forgiveness was deeply influenced by the teachings of figures like Desmond Tutu, who emphasised the liberating power of forgiveness, even in the face of the most heinous acts. We discuss · Richard's story and journey of forgiveness · His insights on the importance of acceptance, forgiveness and resilience · The ripple effect of Richard's story and message, and how it has impacted countless lives · Richard's belief in spiritual interconnectedness and the role of synchronicity in his life Links: · Connect with Richard on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/richardmccann · Learn more about Richard's work: https://richardmccann.co.uk/ The paperback edition of my book, Champion Thinking: Get Out of Your Own Way, Find Your Peak Performance, is now available. Published by Bloomsbury, the link is here: https://www.simonmundie.com/book 'This book captures the magic of being in flow . . . Highly recommend' RONNIE O'SULLIVAN 'Entertaining and enlightening' MATTHEW SYED 🔗 My Free course on beating burnout and finding flow for peak performance is here: https://www.simonmundie.com/beat-burnout-mini-course Website: simonmundie.com YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/YouTubeSimonMundie Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simonmundie/ Substack Newsletter: https://simonmundie.substack.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 8 mins
  • Why positive thinking is overrated and what to do instead: US Open winner Dominic Thiem

    Why positive thinking is overrated and what to do instead: US Open winner Dominic Thiem
    Jan 24 2025
    “Always think positively" sounds like good advice - on the surface. But is it really possible, or even desirable? In this episode, Dominic Thiem and Simon explore why chasing constant positivity isn’t the answer and why allowing all thoughts and emotions to surface - even the difficult ones is a more powerful approach. Novak Djokovic weighed in on this idea in a 2024 interview, explaining why he doesn’t agree with the idea that we should always think positively. Novak's ability to acknowledge and allow challenging thoughts and feelings, and then recenter himself, is what makes him probably thye 'mentally toughest player' in the history of the sport;. Dominic Thiem, the 2020 US Open champion, shares a similar perspective. I caught up with Dom just before his retirement last year, and his insights on this topic were particularly insightful. The full episode with Domi is here: https://pod.fo/e/276837 The paperback edition of my book, Champion Thinking: Get Out of Your Own Way, Find Your Peak Performance, is now available. Published by Bloomsbury, the link is here: https://www.simonmundie.com/book 🔗 My Free course on beating burnout and finding flow for peak performance is here: https://www.simonmundie.com/beat-burnout-mini-course Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    10 mins
  • The Power of Presence: A Grand Slam Champion's take on Mindful Eating

    The Power of Presence: A Grand Slam Champion's take on Mindful Eating
    Jan 22 2025
    Grand Slam winner Dominic Thiem is a strong proponent of the importance of mindful eating. Dominic shares his powerful perspective on how we interact with food, the role mindfulness plays in his life, and how anyone—athlete or not—can benefit from a more intentional approach to eating. Full episode: https://pod.fo/e/276837 Book Release I’m excited to announce the paperback edition of my book, Champion Thinking: Get Out of Your Own Way, Find Your Peak Performance, is now available. Published by Bloomsbury, the link is here: https://www.simonmundie.com/book 🔗 Free course on beating burnout and finding flow: https://www.simonmundie.com/beat-burnout-mini-course Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    4 mins
  • How to beat insomnia — by sleeping like a caveman: Sleep Expert Merijn van de Laar

    How to beat insomnia — by sleeping like a caveman: Sleep Expert Merijn van de Laar
    Jan 20 2025
    Merijn van de Laar had insomnia for years but is now an expert in getting a good night’s rest. He has a brilliant book out about conquering sleep struggles called How to Sleep Like a Caveman: Ancient Wisdom for a Better Night’s Rest. I used to have insomnia myself – and what I love about this book is that for problem sleepers it is a relaxing and reassuring read which is not the case for some of the biggest books in the sleep genre over recent years. So in this episode expect to learn: Why the common advice around sleep can actually make insomnia worse How to reframe wakefulness during the night The powerful technique of sleep restriction therapy and how it works The surprising origins of the "8 hours of sleep" myth Practical tips for regulating your sleep-wake cycle with light and exercise Book Release I’m excited to announce the paperback edition of my book, Champion Thinking: Get Out of Your Own Way, Find Your Peak Performance, is now available. Published by Bloomsbury, the link is here: https://www.simonmundie.com/book 🔗 Free course on beating burnout and finding flow: https://www.simonmundie.com/beat-burnout-mini-course Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    37 mins
  • How to rest and recover like a premier league footballer: with elite sport sleep coach Nick Littlehales

    How to rest and recover like a premier league footballer: with elite sport sleep coach Nick Littlehales
    Jan 17 2025
    In this bitesized episode, elite sports sleep coach Nick Littlehales reveals his groundbreaking approach to sleep and recovery. Nick has worked with a number of the biggest football clubs on the planet including Manchester united, Manchester City, Liverpool, Team Sky and medal winning Olympic and Paralympic athletes. Learn how to structure your day using 90-minute cycles and controlled recovery periods to optimise your performance, just like top athletes do. Featuring: Nick's method of dividing the day into 90-minute cycles The importance of a consistent wake time How to plan sleep cycles and adapt to unexpected events The concept of "controlled recovery periods" (CRPs) or strategic naps Aligning sleep patterns with natural circadian rhythms Book Release I’m excited to announce the paperback edition of my book, Champion Thinking: Get Out of Your Own Way, Find Your Peak Performance, is now available. Published by Bloomsbury, the link is here: https://www.simonmundie.com/book 🔗 Free course on beating burnout and finding flow: https://www.simonmundie.com/beat-burnout-mini-course Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    11 mins
  • Bridging the Physical and Spiritual: Men's Health Fitness Director Andrew Tracey

    Bridging the Physical and Spiritual: Men's Health Fitness Director Andrew Tracey
    Jan 13 2025
    I've got a cracking guest joining me today - Andrew Tracey, the fitness director at Men's Health magazine. But Andrew is no ordinary fitness expert. He's someone who has seamlessly integrated the physical and the spiritual, straddling the worlds of hardcore strength training and deep contemplative practice. In this conversation, we explore Andrew's unique journey to developing a lifelong, functional approach to fitness, and how he discovered the transformative power of meditation and self-inquiry. Andrew shares insights on cultivating motivation and discipline by aligning with your deepest values, rather than through suffering. He also reveals how his meditation practice has given him critical distance from the mind's stories, allowing compassion to effortlessly bubble up. Key topics covered: Developing a lifelong, functional fitness routine Balancing modern conveniences with physical health needs The role of discipline, motivation, and aligning with values in fitness Tracey's meditation and self-inquiry practice Daily meditation techniques and working with thoughts Benefits of meditation, including gaining critical distance from the mind Interconnectedness of physical and mental health Exploring the nature of consciousness and identity Simon's book and Banishing Burnout - Finding Flow FREE online course I’m excited to announce the paperback edition of my book, Champion Thinking: Get Out of Your Own Way, Find Your Peak Performance, is now available. Published by Bloomsbury, the link is here: https://www.simonmundie.com/book 🔗 Free course on beating burnout and finding flow: https://www.simonmundie.com/beat-burnout-mini-course Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 29 mins
  • Step Into 2025: Why Walking is the Ultimate Brain Booster

    Step Into 2025: Why Walking is the Ultimate Brain Booster
    Jan 10 2025
    It’s a new year – and there’s no better time to start a habit that could transform your mind and body. Most of us walk – but almost none of us walk enough. We’re a sedentary species, and it’s only gotten worse in recent years. But here’s the truth: our bodies weren’t built for all this sitting. Walking isn’t just movement – it’s a powerhouse for health. It supports our organs, aids digestion, slows brain aging, and sharpens creativity. Neuroscientist and bestselling author Shane O’Mara is here to explain why getting more steps in each day can transform your mind, mood, and body. From lowering stress to sparking fresh ideas, Shane’s message is simple: walking works. So if you’re looking for one small but powerful change to kick off the year, this episode will remind you why it’s time to step up – literally. Book Release and Banishing Burnout - Finding Flow FREE online course I’m excited to announce the paperback edition of my book, Champion Thinking: Get Out of Your Own Way, Find Your Peak Performance, is now available. Published by Bloomsbury, the link is here: https://www.simonmundie.com/book 🔗 Free course on beating burnout and finding flow: https://www.simonmundie.com/beat-burnout-mini-course Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    10 mins