In today's fast-paced world, where stress and anxiety have become almost routine, the quest for better mental health is more critical than ever. One powerful, yet often overlooked, tool in this quest is adventure. Adventure isn't just about thrill-seeking or extreme sports; it's about stepping out of your comfort zone, embracing the unknown, and experiencing … Continue reading Embracing Adventure: A Key to Unlocking Mental Health and Resilience
In a world dominated by technology and capitalism, it's easy to overlook the environmental and social impacts of our digital obsession. The sheer amount of energy consumption and e-waste generated by our tech-driven lifestyles is staggering, yet questioning this status quo is often discouraged. Mark Zuckerberg famously envisioned "an embodied internet where you’re in the … Continue reading 🌿 Nature Fix: Solving Your Tech Problems
It's like your brain's got its own little breeding ground for new cells up top! While it's not exactly common in grown-ups, there's this quirky corner in your brain called the subgranular zone of the dentate gyrus where the magic happens. Imagine this: your hippocampus, a brain bit the size of a jelly baby, is … Continue reading Ever Heard of Neurogenesis?
I recently watched an eye-opening video by Grace Blakeley, author of 'Vulture Capitalism,' where she eloquently discusses how many feel trapped in a game they can't win. The prevailing belief is that we can only make the world a better place when we've won at the game of 'business'. Moreover, that success is attained by … Continue reading Do We Make the World a Better Place Now?….Or After We’re Successful?
In the jungle of office politics, it turns out we're still swinging from the branches of our primal past! As leaders, our stress levels and dominant hierarchy antics aren't just personal matters – they're like a contagious office cold! Research suggests that when leaders are stressed, it's like they're passing around cortisol-filled tissues. And if … Continue reading Is Self-Awareness a Leader’s Secret Sauce?
In the face of unprecedented challenges, the need for bold leadership has never been more crucial. But why is the present so.......'Bizarre'? 🤷♂️ Myself, Dr Paul T. Thomas and Mark Hutchings explored how dodgy decision-making, oversimplification and mistaking the map for the territory, has led to some bizarre situations and outcomes. This is important work and society needs leaders … Continue reading Bizarre Times…. You think?
'The Stoic Pilgrim Survival & Mental Toughness Workshop' on January 24th! In a world of constant change, success is defined by the ability to navigate and thrive in diverse environments. -Are you ready to enhance your adaptability, resilience, and determination? -The Stoic Pilgrim Workshop is an immersive exploration into the mindset required to succeed in … Continue reading Exciting Opportunity for Personal Growth in the New Year!
Here's a way I use to examine the client's world through the lens of the TREAD Model - a dynamic approach to understanding and transforming behavior. - Decoding TREAD in Coaching - Triggers (T): Triggers, whether they're thoughts, people, or environmental factors, play a pivotal role in behavior. Think of it like going to rehab … Continue reading 🌟 Exploring Transformation: Coaching with the TREAD Model! 🚀
Had the privilege of attending the #adventuremind23 symposium led by the incredible Belinda Kirk, a true explorer and pioneer. Together with hundreds of like-minded adventure leaders, outdoor mental health practitioners and academics, we delved into the world of adventure as a crucial component of mental and emotional #wellbeing. I had the honor of conducting #mentaltoughness 'walkshops' focusing on three key … Continue reading 🌟 Exciting Insights from #AdventureMind23 Symposium 🏞️
A little introduction to our FAST methodology designed to cultivate 'Super-Teams' that defy expectations and achieve extraordinary results. 🌟 https://youtu.be/NNdMFxYCVz4 🔍 Familiarisation Workshop: Lay the Foundation for Success In Workshop 1, we focus on building trust, understanding, and a profound sense of belonging within your team. A united team is a powerful team, and Familiarisation … Continue reading 🚀 Develop Your Super-Team with our FAST Methodology! 🚀
