Understanding What Others Are Thinking and Feeling How to Truly Understand Others – The Power of Perceptual Positioning wished you could really get where someone else is coming from? Whether it’s family, colleagues, or even people you just can’t seem to agree with—understanding others can be a game-changer. In this episode, we’re diving into perceptual positioning, a simple yet powerful way to see the world from different perspectives. It’s like stepping into someone else’s shoes—but with a practical twist that actually works. ? Walk through a guided exercise—see through your own eyes, step in ..read more

The BS of Multi-Tasking This simple process could well change your life and achievements forever. We've all felt overwhelmed by trying to do too many things, and in effect, doing little or all of them below your standard, which then leads to more overwhelm and all manner of negative emotions and limiting beliefs. And I make no apologies for the simplicity of this advice and it's as old as the hills yet so few use it - boy that's so sad  :O( So take out 5 minutes, take out a piece of paper and a pen and let's change all of that. Your thanks can be in the form of sharing this with everyone ..read more

Cultivating a Positive Mindset: Your Path to Empowerment Hey, you! Ever wonder how some people stay positive, even when life throws curveballs? It’s not about ignoring problems—it’s about tackling them with the right mindset. In this episode, we’re cutting through the fluff and diving deep into real ways to shift from negativity to empowerment. ? Stop dodging problems—learn to face them head-on. ? Build confidence in your ability to handle anything. ? Rewire negative biases that keep you stuck. ? Set boundaries with the negativity around you. ? Swap self-criticism for better questions. ? Use a ..read more

Have A Great Day - The Alternative to the Act Of loving Kindness In this 5-minute muse, let me share with you a way to show loving kindness with eyes wide open as you go about your day—and it's not whoo whoo la la! In fact, it's a fun way that will make you feel both good in yourself and look for the uniqueness in others. I dare you to take up the challenge and notice how it changes your day for the better And as an act of kindness, please share this: https://personaldevelopmentunplugged.com/fmq-486-have-a-great-day-the-alternative-to-the-act-of-loving-kindness And the video of this recording ..read more

Beyond the Noise – Finding Inner Peace & Self-Therapy Hey, my friend… ever feel like life is just too loud? Social media, the news, work, responsibilities—it’s like a constant buzz in the background, making it hard to think, let alone find peace. But here’s the thing: you can create calm amidst the chaos. In this episode, I share my journey to finding inner peace—those little moments of self-therapy that help me recharge and reset. And trust me, it’s not about escaping the world; it’s about taking control of your inner one. What’s Inside? ? Why noise and distractions lead to anxiety & ..read more

Unshakable Self-Confidence A Journey of Self-Discovery Welcome back to the Personal Development Unplugged Podcast! In this episode, we dive deep into unshakable confidence, exploring the idea that confidence is not something to be installed but rather reawakened. If you struggle with feelings of unconfidence, this episode is designed just for you. Join me, Paul Clough, as I share my journey from being an introvert who stumbled over words in front of small groups to confidently speaking in front of hundreds. You'll discover the transformative power of recognizing your competence and how it can ..read more

A Quick and Easy Way to Rebuilding Self-Esteem and Self-Confidence A short muse to find ways to access your self-esteem and confidence in yourself quickly. Yes, this follows on from a longer episode where I did a deep dive into this topic and I believe it's good to have short reminders to nudge our way back to our potential. It's only 6 minutes 34 seconds to realise you are more than you think you are coming in the form of two small daily changes you can make easily. Dive in, get your cup of coffee, tea or whatever tickles your fancy and I guarantee you feel awesome!!!!! Please share https://p ..read more

Unshakeable You - Re-Building Low Self-Esteem Hey, hey! Fancy seeing you here again – welcome back! This is where the magic happens, the second leg of our adventure into reigniting that inner spark, your self-esteem. And no fluff here — just down-to-earth, practical stuff to help you step back into your personal power. So grab yourself a brew, maybe a notebook, because we're about to explore some game-changing strategies to reconnect with who you really are and get that confidence flowing again. Here’s what we’re diving into today:  Self-Compassion Over Empathy: How would life shift if y ..read more

Unshakeable You -Re-Building Self-Esteem Part 1 In this eye-opening episode, we’re taking a good, hard look at self-esteem and the journey towards discovering your true worth. I’m your host, Paul Clough, and together we’ll uncover what self-esteem really means and the far-reaching effects that low self-esteem can have on our lives. We’ll dive into the dangers of low self-esteem, like the constant search for external validation and the crippling negative self-talk that often comes along for the ride. I’ll also share a personal experience where my own self-esteem was put to the test, and how I m ..read more

Stopping Things Going Wrong Inspired by the podcast Modern Wisdom and an interview with Tony Robbins We've got something in our day we really want to go well and we usually see it going wrong, get anxious and then it goes wrong just as you imagined. So let's change that by 'pre-framing' and imagine - 'How I would like it to be?' and using the same as above, get excited and curious, and have it just as you imagined. A 5-minute quickie reminder because we all need reminding. Please share https://personaldevelopmentunplugged.com/fmq-483-stopping-things-going-wrong And the video is here:  htt ..read more