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Beautiful beans! In today's episode, I talk about the connection between our language and our desires. How our self-talk influences our ability to achieve our goals, the impact of clear communication and why it's important to align our language with what we truly want.
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It's Headnoise day, I answer your questions on handling locker room talk to understanding your partner's commitment issues to the neuroscience behind keeping the spark alive in long-term relationships and learning how to balance independence within a relationship.
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You’ve probably heard it before: “If you have a Plan B, you’re not committed to Plan A.”
Spoiler alert: that’s not confidence that’s delusion. In this episode, I’m flipping that mindset and showing you why having a backup plan is actually one of the most powerful things you can do for your goals.
Backups don’t mean giving up. They mean being strategic, resourceful, and unstoppable. We’ll dive into the neuroscience of decision making under pressure, how backup plans affect confidence and performance, and why clarity often comes after giving yourself more than one path forward.
What you’ll learn:
Why having a Plan B makes you more, not less likely to succeed at Plan A
How cognitive flexibility protects your mental health
The link between contingency planning and confidence
If you’ve ever feared that “hedging your bets” is weak this episode is your permission to be smart, not stubborn. Prepare to rewire how you chase your dreams.
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It is headnoise day and today I’m answering your voicemails on everything from career change crises, to compromising too much in relationships, to balancing parenthood with personal goals. If you would like to send in a question email please email: [email protected] or if you would like to send in a Voice Message go to dyfmpod.com
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Brain Fact of the week: Morning light and it’s positive effects on mood disorders and ADHD
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In this episode, I talk about the neuroscience behind charisma, what makes someone magnetic, why it’s more about connection than confidence and how to build it (no matter your personality type). Whether you’re introverted, extroverted, or somewhere in between, charisma isn’t about being the loudest in the room. It’s about emotional attunement, presence and connection. I unpack the neuroscience behind why charismatic people light up our brains, the everyday habits that make you magnetic and how to lean into your own version of charisma.
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In this very special episode Alexis answers all your questions you sent in.
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Brain Fact of the week: Why smell is the strongest trigger for emotions and memories of all the senses.
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Beans! I am back & in this very special episode I am sharing the birth story of the twins.
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It's Headnoise day! I answer your questions on topics like career pivoting after realising finance isn’t the right path, dealing with post-breakup emotions, and staying optimistic while job hunting. If you would like to send in a question email please email: [email protected] or if you would like to send in a Voice Message go to dyfmpod.com
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Mindset hacks for a badass life, hosted by cognitive neuroscientist Alexis Fernandez.
On Mondays my episodes are a combo of neuroscience and psychology. I deep dive into everything from habit formation and how to live a carefree life, to friendships and heartbreak. And on Fridays we've got Head Noise - where I answer your questions!
Email [email protected] to submit your questions.
Order your copy of my latest book How to Chase Change at https://bit.ly/44xwszR