Do you find it hard to navigate the challenge of making changes in your mental health journey due to many aspects feeling intangible? Keeping things simple and practical can be a powerful way to take daily steps toward building a stronger mindset, and exercise is one of the best methods to achieve this. In this episode, my guest Michael Cordner will share his story of overcoming drug addiction, to competing in boxing, while offering practical strategies for building resilience against mental health. TOPICS: The importance of practical skills like boxing in developing resilience. The impact o ..read more

Does fear ever get in the way of backing yourself and going for what you want? Are you afraid of the unknown? Betting on yourself and leaning into uncertainty often leads to finding out who you really are. In this episode, Nathan Grant and myself highlight the societal stigma surrounding men's mental health while he shares his story of betting on himself to follow his own path and how this not only lead to profound personal growth, but ultimately, the life of his dreams. If you feel like your holding yourself back from the life you want, then make sure to stay tuned…. TOPICS: Redefining masc ..read more

Does societal pressure have an impact on your mental health & wellbeing?  The expectations, norms, and standards imposed by society can leave you feeling stress, anxiety, and more often than not, inadequate. This all has a negative effect on your mental well-being. In this episode Jason Warne joins me to discuss the legacy of his famous brother, coping with challenges, promoting mental health awareness, the significance of personal achievements and family in finding happiness & what it was like to grow up in famous families. TOPICS: The impact of societal pressure on mental hea ..read more

Do you put off doing things you want to because of your obligations?  You can often prioritise obligations over your own desires due to societal expectations, fear of failure, or a lack of self-compassion.  In this episode we explore self-compassion in personal growth, overcoming societal barriers for men & building resilience in the face of global challenges.  TOPICS: The importance of self-compassion in personal development and mental well-being. Encouraging men to embrace self-compassion as a source of strength and resilience. Overcoming self-imposed pressure and findi ..read more

Do you find it hard to be effective in your work whiling while also maintaining peace of mind? We can often feel like it has to be one or the other. But what if there was a way to achieve both? In this episode we explore strategies for maintaining effectiveness at work while prioritising mental well-being and personal fulfilment. TOPICS: Strategies for personal and professional development. The evolving understanding of gender roles and their impact on work-life balance and well-being Tips for navigating change, boosting teamwork, and embracing neurodiversity at work. MORE FROM NICK ..read more

Have you ever wanted to share something vulnerable but you felt too afraid of being judged? Sometimes it takes hearing a similar story to remind you that you are not alone in your thoughts. In this episode we discuss the cultural restraints and societal pressures that hinder men from expressing their emotions openly while looking at what it means to be successful as man.  TOPICS: Challenges of modern masculinity  Benefits of men’s support groups  Personal fulfilment & authenticity MORE FROM NICK: Find all links here: https://nickbracks.start.page/ Sign up to the websi ..read more

Are you conditioned by your past or afraid & anxious about your future? Maybe you have a passion burning inside of you but are too afraid to take that first step. We often become stuck when we ignore our conditioned behaviour and just go through the motions. In short, it is the easy way out. In this episode we explore not only how to identify your passion, but how to create integrand end-to-end processes, tools and techniques to ensure you stick to it long enough to get results. TOPICS: Tools & techniques to pursue your passions and get results Reframe the narrative of your story fr ..read more

Are you stuck in your ways with no idea how to make a change? Maybe fear is keeping you there. I have been sober for 16 months. It initially started as a one month experiment, but the benefits were so great that it stuck. Here I will share some of the lesson’s I have learnt on this journey. TOPICS: - How to become unstuck  - My Story You can find the interview with Alcohol expert, Kathryn Elliot here: https://shorturl.at/hMOR1 MORE FROM NICK https://nickbracks.start.page/ Sign up to the website: nickbracks.com Connect with Nick on Instagram, Twitter & LinkedIn Hosted on Acast ..read more

Are you looking to change your relationship with alcohol? Maybe you’ve been avoiding quitting or minimising your drinking because you don’t want to make changes to your lifestyle. Because let’s be honest, alcohol is present more often than not when in social situations. Maybe you’re accustom to looking forward to those afterwork drinks. In this episode, my guest alcohol mindset coach, Kathryn Elliott, and I talk about the effects alcohol has on your brain & body, the health & career benefits of living a low-alcohol or alcohol free lifestyle, and how making the change won’t require you ..read more

Luis Garrotti is a graphic designer and entrepreneur who founded 292 creative. On todays episode we will talk about finding the courage to pursue your passions and how to align your skill set with opportunity. We will also cover the importance of taking care of your wellbeing while dealing with the ongoing demands of building a career.  You can find more here: https://292creative.com.au/ ... Thanks for listening! We would love your support so we can keep growing this show! Please sign up to nickbracks.com to receive a free chapter of my book.  We would love you to subscr ..read more