Maybe the reason why people don't meditate more is because there is little proof that it will result in greater salaries or higher status. If Buddhist classes started claiming up to 50% increase in money earned upon completion they may be overrun with applicants. But then again that would contradict the Buddhist way, while at … Continue reading Monetary Enlightenment →

When I did a sports psychology course. I was disappointed to see it was a lot of common sense that was proven by empirical studies. I thought I would be learning the secrets of what makes Michael Jordan so great. But I think it's a reflection of the field. Everyone's mental make up is so … Continue reading Unique minds →

A way to simulate the adrenaline of death in a safe way. In any other scenario you would tense up, worry, and or try to change the outcome. But stepping into a rollercoaster you trust in the health and safety protocols of the theme park and willingly sign over control for roughly a minute. It's … Continue reading Rollercoasters →

I would say the best ads for triathlons are triathlons. If you're not running and just attending as part of a support group it's inevitable that someone turns to you and asks: Would you ever think of doing one? Then the idea nestles in your brain and then you see the support group cheering on … Continue reading Triathlon ads →

I think Martha Beck was on to a crucial insight when she wrote about welcoming and listening to fear rather than suppressing it. It's genius. Instead of scolding yourself for feeling afraid you turn to the fear and say - I hear you, what do you need? How can I help?

I think sometimes all people want to hear is their difficulty validated. "Wow you did all that whilst pregnant, that's incredible!" "I'm not surprised you were anxious, trying to manage that guy is nearly impossible" "You've never done that before? And you had no sleep beforehand? That's incredible" It's not praise for the sake of … Continue reading Difficulty validated →

I think an invention where you can see what's going on in other's heads will greatly alleviate a lot of mental health issues. Because then you'll see just how much fear lives in everyone's mind. And it would be particularly powerful with those you thought had it all together. We're all scared. We all doubt.

I think you can tell a lot about yourself when you think of what you hope to find in a party. Be it making strangers laugh, networking, or even moving beyond small talk to deep talk. I think society's trap is believing everyone has to behave the same way at parties. Better, I think, to … Continue reading Party awareness →

Just watched the Jose Mourinho documentary and it's clear he regrets not spending more time with the family. You could see something similar in the Sir Alex Ferguson documentary and read a parallel in the Phil Jackson book. Great success comes with sacrifice and lost family time looks to be the biggest regret that they … Continue reading Family time and success →

At the Hill of Tara, the car park was some extra tarmac, there was no entry fee, a couple of signs at the bottom of the hill and no tour guides. You walked up the hill and explored yourself. The sign said part of the site was 3,000 years old. Half an hour away by … Continue reading Tara v Newgrange →