Renowned therapist Pete Walker on why Cognitive Behavioral Therapy alone just isn't going to cut it..

Inner child work was very important to me in the early stages of my therapeutic journey, but eventually I had to let go of it.

I explain below:

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This week's guest is Jan Winhall, a seasoned trauma and addiction psychotherapist and author of the book 'Treating Trauma and Addiction with the Felt Sense Polyvagal Model'.

Jan had a remarkable start to her career. In her early twenties, she found herself leading group sessions for incest survivors. Over time, she learned the power of the Felt Sense and then how to integrate this with the Polyvagal Model.

We discuss:
- Beyond Fight-Flight: The Polyvagal Theory
- The importance of the Felt Sense in healing
- The nonsense of the DSM diagnoses
- The issue with 12-step programmes
- You can cure your addiction

Links:
Jan's Website - https://janwinhall.com/
Treating Trauma and Addiction with the Felt Sense Polyvagal Model - The Book - https://amzn.to/4cVk7Ju

Some of the most important work I've done to date in managing my well-being is boundary work.

I've become proficient in techniques like Nonviolent Communication and Clean Language to give people feedback on what behaviour I find acceptable and unacceptable.

However, I can now see a level beyond this where instead of attempting to manage the behaviours of others around me, my ultimate freedom is in becoming 'un-triggerable'.

Basically, my default now is that whenever somebody crosses a perceived boundary of mine, instead of asking, 'How can I stop this person from doing that again?', it's 'How can I resolve the underlying trigger such that this behaviour has no power over me?' regardless of how objectively 'bad' or 'toxic' that behaviour might be.

I'm sure there are limits to this approach, but that's now my default orientation.

Former City Manager Glenn Akramoff reminds us that your impact on the team is absolute.

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This week, I speak with Lou Lebentz, trauma specialist, mental health campaigner, author, speaker, and therapist.

With over 25 years of working in the mental health arena and a deeply personal understanding of the impact of trauma, Lou has developed The Voyage Academy, a theoretical model used for helping others navigate their healing journeys. Her approach is trauma-informed, emphasizing the importance of compassion, understanding, and resilience. Her work is a testament to the transformative power of recovery and the possibility of finding hope and healing.

We discuss:
- From the rag trade to The Priory
- Recovering from psychosis
- Integrating and befriending the body
- Alignment and community support
- The journey from trauma to resilience

Links:
Lou's Website - https://loulebentz.com/
The Voyage Academy - https://www.thevoyageacademy.com/
Lou's Books - https://amzn.to/3x5AT85

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I am delighted to welcome Peter Levine back on the show. Peter is a world-renowned trauma recovery expert and the creator of the Somatic Experiencing method.

While discussing his latest book, An Autobiography Of Trauma, Peter bravely delves into the painful childhood experiences and the early steps that led him to develop his somatic approach.

We discuss:
- Taking our dreams seriously
- The role of psychedelics
- Confrontations with the academic establishment
- His life's mission

Links:
Peter's Website - https://www.somaticexperiencing.com/
An Autobiography of Trauma - The Book - https://amzn.to/3TOC5pk

Join us for a live podcast recording with Lou Lebentz, trauma specialist, mental health campaigner, speaker + therapist.

Can we heal fully from the trauma we've experienced?

In this video, I reflect on my recent conversation with Peter Levine and our difference in opinions whether a person can fully heal or not.

Prepare to question the allure of life hacks as this captivating as T. Mark Meyer exposes the truth about authenticity and self-discovery.
Join the conversation as we delve into the pitfalls of comparing ourselves to others and falling for quick-fix solutions. Discover the real path to happiness and fulfillment by reconnecting with your authentic self.
Don't miss this thought-provoking journey that will revolutionize your perspective on personal growth and success.

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This week, I speak with Michael OBrien, a speaker, author, business coach, and the creator of the Pause, Breathe, Reflect movement.

Whilst enjoying his life leading marketing for a $700m brand, in July 2011, whilst out riding his bike, Michael was slammed through the windshield of a speeding Ford Explorer. The devastating impact broke bones and damaged nerves throughout his body.

Experiencing depression as the enormity of his injuries bore down on him, Michael learned the power of gratitude and mindfulness.

Having now left corporate life, Michael is on a mission to share the strategies that have worked for him with the world.

We discuss:
- The simple gratitude practice that resulted in his Last Bad Day
- The breathing technique that started his mindfulness journey
- How he used his Pause, Breath, Reflect approach to powerfully navigate corporate life

Links:
Michael's Website - https://www.michaelobrienshift.com/
The Pause Breathe Reflect app - https://amzn.to/3VgBPR5
Shift: Creating Better Tomorrows - The Book - https://amzn.to/3VgBPR5

Chapters:
00:01:17 - Intro
00:05:06 - The Last Bad Day of My Life
00:09:59 - Finding Gratitude and Mindset Shifts
00:15:07 - Overcoming Mental Anguish and Depression in Recovery
00:20:02 - Incorporating Mindfulness Into Daily Life
00:24:50 - Building a Morning Routine for Mindfulness
00:29:51 - Returning to Work and Overcoming Fear
00:34:40 - Getting Stronger Day by Day
00:39:56 - The Benefits of Mindfulness and Inclusion in the Workplace
00:45:10 - Moments of Frustration and Anger
00:50:05 - Reflecting and Shifting Energy
00:55:12 - Staying true to your creative vision

Are anxiety attacks holding you back in life?

In this video, I will reveal a strategy that has worked with my clients to overcome anxiety attacks and reclaim control over their mind and body.

I'll invite you to confront and name your fears, tune into your sensations, and find profound relief.

Learn from the inspiring story of "Andrew", who conquered anxiety attacks and regained his freedom.

Don't let anxiety keep you from reaching your full potential—watch now to take your first step towards a life free from panic.

What makes for sustainable performance in the workplace?

Former City Manager Glenn Akramoff takes inspiration from his sports career...

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This week, I speak with Pete Kusiak (@funfirstpete) a proponent of The Fun First Strategy, author of Drop The F-Bomb In Your Business, and advocate for ringing fun and youthful concepts into learning and workplaces

Pete's approach proposes that the cornerstone of a genuinely successful office environment is what most current CEOs view as unimportant or distracting: fun. He argues that incorporating fun into day-to-day operations can have profound benefits not only for businesses’ productivity but also for the mental health of employees.

We discuss:
- Prioritizing laughter and youthfulness
- Introducing fun for better engagement
- Incorporating playfulness in problem-solving
- Boosting productivity through a positive culture

Links:
Pete's Website - https://www.thefunfirststrategy.com/
Drop the F-Bomb in Your Business - The Book - https://amzn.to/438rrNe

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This week, I speak with advisor, bestselling author and TEDx speaker Tony Martignetti about his new book, Campfire Lessons for Leaders: How Uncovering Our Past Can Propel Us Forward.

Originally an artist with dreams in the creative realm, external influences pushed Tony into finance. Achieving early success, he faced burnout and lost touch with his identity. A significant boardroom moment prompted him to leave his high-flying corporate career to seek to create a meaningful path.

We discuss:
- Making an office campfire
- Disrupting yourself
- Work, home and your third space
- Fulfilment in being not doing
- Coach, therapist or something else?

Links:
Campfire Lessons for Leaders - The Book - https://amzn.to/48CTdmf
Tony's Website - https://www.inspiredpurposecoach.com/
Tony's LinkedIn Page - https://www.linkedin.com/in/tonymartignett1/

Chapters:
00:01:50 - Intro
00:04:28 - Finding My Path in Science and Business
00:08:42 - Losing Purpose: The Road to Burnout
00:12:46 - The Moment I Decided to Change
00:16:50 - Rediscovering Your Purpose
00:21:08 - Finding Fulfillment in Being
00:25:17 - The Importance of Reflection and Disruption
00:29:30 - The Power of Reflection and Being Nimble
00:33:49 - The Blending of Many Different Things
00:38:06 - Creating Intentional Spaces for Connection
00:42:15 - The Limit of Sharing in Authenticity
00:46:12 - Unlocking the Secret to Success

CEO and leadership author @DamonLembi shares on the power of making the transition from 'hero manager' to becoming a leader-coach.

CEO and leadership author @DamonLembi powerfully shares on the value of vulnerability in leadership.

What if we didn't end at the limit of our bodies or our brains?

What if we are actually a vibrational 'biofield'?

The fascinating @EileenDayMcKusick shares her expertise of working with people at the vibrational, energetic level.

We habitually think about life in terms of problems and solutions.
What if we could jump track entirely?

Book referenced:
http://tinyurl.com/whbwnynt

Of all the enquiries I've made into what it means to be human on the Being Human podcast, @EileenDayMcKusick has had me the most enthralled.

Through her brilliant research and storytelling, she's highlighting the scientific discoveries that rehabilitate concepts of plasma and aether as applied to us individual humans.

Are we our minds? Are we our bodies? Or are we biofields in an infinite web of connection?

Cathy Malchiodi shares how far we've come in our acceptance of the life-long impact of childhood trauma.

The issues are in the tissues and it starts early.

The brilliant Cathy Malchiodi sharing how simple activities like doodling and painting can reignite dormant areas of the brain in traumatised military personnel.

How much time do you make in your schedule for pure creative expression?

Some reflections on when's it great to bring your whole self to work and when it's not so great.

On which three factors do we most commonly base our management decisions?

Time?
Cost?
Quality?

Josephine asks: are we missing a vital factor?

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This week, I speak with author David Heinemeier Hansson, a man with a seemingly unending list of achievements. He's the creator of the famed Ruby on Rails programming development framework, multiple best-selling author, business owner, and Le Mans-winning racing driver.

David shares his story of his early days building businesses in high-school before finding co-founder of Basecamp Jason Friend and together creating a highly successful tech firm with no outside funding and ignoring all of the received wisdom on succeeding with start-ups.

We discuss:
- The real definition of work ethic
- Building Ruby on Rails
- Our AI future
- The power of working within constraints
- How not to bring your whole self to work

Links:
David's Website - https://dhh.dk/
David's Books - https://amzn.to/42Gh7fd