Figuring It Out

Anna Whitehouse, aka Mother Pukka, is a broadcaster, journalist and campaigner who is a leading voice for all parents in the UK. 

In this episode, Anna joins Dr Alex George to discuss the reality parenting has on your mental health and why it’s integral everyone has an understanding, whether they have children or not. 

In part 1, Anna explains the stark difference of attitudes around maternity in the UK and abroad; she shares tips on how to be a great team with your partner when you have a newborn baby and the driving force behind her incredible FlexAppeal campaign. 

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You can find support for postpartum depression at www.mind.org.uk

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In part 3, Alain de Botton shares his expertise on what makes relationships so complex and how to understand your partner better.

Alain explains attachment theory, and the real-life scenario you see it playing out; why we make the bizarre choice to choose partners who seem obviously bad for us; and he offers his advice on how to get over heartbreak. 

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In part 2, Alain de Botton and Dr Alex George discuss religion, and what parts you can use to improve your life without having to believe.

Alain explains how organised religion educates people on morals and ethics, what it means to practise something “religiously” and the lost connection between philosophy and fashion.

Plus, Alain explains the psychological benefits of art therapy, exercises you can practise today and why he doesn’t believe in the word “Expert”.

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Best-selling author and philosopher Alain de Botton joins Dr Alex George in this fascinating conversation – if you want to understand yourself better this is one you do not want to miss. 

In part 1, Alain explains why things that happen in our childhood have such a profound impact on us – even when we can’t remember it; why a breakdown could be the sign of a breakthrough and how to stop putting emphasis on what other people think. 

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In part 3, financial coach Clare Seal shares her five steps to financial wellbeing.

Clare explains how to separate your self worth from your net worth, how to start creating healthy financial habits and how to spend your money mindfully. 

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In part 2, financial coach Clare Seal shares her top tips for creating a budget you can stick to. 

Clare and Dr Alex discuss what are the best apps to use and how they help you; how to find the balance between spending and living your life; and why you need to give your savings a purpose.  

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Financial Coach and the voice behind ‘My Frugal Year’, Clare Seal joins us as part of our Mental Health Month episodes because you can’t talk about wellbeing without talking about financial health. 

In part 1, Clare shares how she got into £27,000 worth of debt and the steps she took to get out of it. 

Clare explains how to stop being afraid to even think about your finances, why you shouldn’t be scared to talk to your bank about your debts and the surprising benefits of talking to your friends about money. 

Plus, should you ask your family to loan you money? Clare shares her thoughts. 

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In part 3, Dr Sabina Brennan explains the incredible connection to manifestation and neuroscience, helping us understand that the practice may not be as ‘woo woo’ as people say…

Sabina explains the two foundational steps before you can start manifestation, why self-criticism is a form of self-harm and how to start using neuroscience to manifest your ideal future.

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In part 2, Dr Sabina Brennan explains the three key pillars to have a brain healthy lifestyle and the simple ways you can implement them today. 

Sabina explains the surprising way that socialising is great for our brains, the best diet and food for brain health and why you should let your teenagers have that lie in. 

Plus, Sabina and Alex discuss the horrifying impact contact sports have on our brain and mental ability. 

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Neuroscientist Dr Sabina Brennan joins Dr Alex George in a packed episode on what makes a healthy brain, and why it’s never too late to start making better choices.

In part 1, Sabina explains the biggest influences on the developing brain and how it affects adulthood; how the front lobe works and the huge changes it goes through ages 18-25; and how to make the most of a teenage brain. 

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