Mentality Podcast

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to have a 1:1 conversation with a sci-fi legend like Data on all things men's mental health?!

In this episode, I talk to an up-and-coming star, ChatGPT, to get its insights and views on men’s health and issues. I asked questions like: 

• Is mental health real?
• ⁠What are the stigmas men experience?
• Are men toxic?
• ⁠⁠Is the concept of masculinity outdated? 
• ⁠⁠What is the role AI can play in supporting one's mental health?
• ⁠⁠Can we trust AI? If so, how and why?
• ⁠Does technology make us happy?

Don't miss this insightful conversation that bridges the gap between technology and mental health. 

Whether you're familiar with AI or just curious about its role, this episode promises valuable takeaways for all.

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In this episode, I talk to Becca Benning about the underrated importance of food for good mental health and wellbeing. We unpack the puzzle of the dynamic between nutrition and mental health, what foods we should eat that benefit our brain and wellbeing, but also those that don't.

We also briefly cover how to change your behaviour and achieve your goals around establishing healthy habits, the stereotype that "mean should eat meat", and the benefits of having good quality vegetables with your stake.

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Resources:

Becca is a behaviour change, Functional Health Coach and nutritionist with a particular interest in autoimmune disease - www.beccabenning.com/

TEDx talk: ‘Everyday ways to love a struggling body’

TEDx talk: 'What it means to be a good man'

Blogpost: Some Food for Thought — Food and Your Mental Health

In this episode, James Ray and I dive into masculinity in the great outdoors. We explore the intersection of adventurous spirits, embracing discomfort and finding community in the wilderness that redefines masculinity in today's landscape.

Tune in and chart a new course towards authentic masculinity as we head into 2024.

James is the CEO of Xtreme Character Challenge (XCC), a leadership development consultant, and a priest in the Church of England.

TEDx Talk - What it means to be a good man

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Be kind. First to yourself. This is the theme of the latest episode, where I talk to Bernie about self-empathy, especially why this is important for men. Here are a few bits we cover:

Ask yourself the hard questions if you want to change, but give compassionate answers in return.

Self-empathy is the key to your development.

Enjoy the journey, and don't let your ego get in the way.

Bernie is a masculinity and equality workshops expert, Director of Innovative Enterprise and CareersWeek, author of TheLadder, TEDx speaker and cyclist.

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Why are male friendships so challenging, but so rewarding?

Adult men in the UK and elsewhere have long struggled to maintain meaningful bonds with other men. Men may suffer a friendship deficit, likely affecting their health and happiness.

Kim Evenson and I are talking about how that might be changing, what stops guys from building meaningful connections, and why guys need to take risks in being vulnerable with one another.

Kim is an author and international public speaker on male friendships and the Founder and CEO of Brothers. He joins me all the way from Norway.

Find out more about Brothers

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After an unexpected break, I return with a fresh episode. I'm talking to Rob Stephenson about the relationship between music and mental health.

Rob, among others, is a DJ and uses house music to show the dynamics between the two. We had a great chat about music and how to use it to support our mental health and its benefits. He also drops a spoken word and an excellent tune (if you ask me) to show the power of music to uplift our spirits. 

TEDx Talk - What it means to be a good man

Due to music copyright, I can't play the spoken work tunes and banger Rob has recommended, but you can listen to them here.

ANNA - Let you in (for the spoken word)

Ugo Banchi - Dance with Ibiza (the closing tune)

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More about Rob, he is a leading voice in the world of mental health. He is the CEO of FormScore and the Founder of the InsideOut LeaderBoard. He's a TEDx Speaker, a mental health campaigner, a keynote speaker, and a facilitator.

We're launching this episode on Mental Health Awareness Week #ToHelpMyAnxiety covering the topic of money problems and mental health.

In this episode, Lau chats with Carla Hoppe, Founder and CEO of Wealthbrite, about the dynamic relationship between money problems and mental health and practical ways to deal with both.

They also explore some aspects of how men deal with money and unhealthy gender norms around money that can sometimes impact men's mental health.

Wealthbrite is a company that delivers financial education and coaching to build your people's confidence and resilience.  

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FREE Resources:

Mind - https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/tips-for-everyday-living/money-and-mental-health/the-link-between-money-and-mental-health/#mental-health-can-affect-money

StepChange the debt charity - https://www.stepchange.org

Citizens Advice Bureau - https://www.citizensadvice.org.uk/debt-and-money/get-help-with-the-cost-of-living/ 

Get Wealthbrite's free budgeting tool, access blogs and find out more about their work at: https://www.wealthbrite.co.uk

In this episode, I share a few thoughts on empathy and why this is important, especially for boys and men. Empathy opens our minds to experience the world from other's perspectives, and it's crucial for establishing relationships. 

I also talk about some of the pitfalls of low empathy for others, the power of self-empathy, and how you can develop it.

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This episode is slightly different. I don't have a guest; instead, I share my reflections on misogyny.

Misogyny affects women in a myriad of ways, and we men can play an active role in changing the narrative about how we view women and build relationships and view ourselves as men.

I slightly move on into the territory of self pe and the importance of living a fuller life by engaging with the whole of who we are and unpack the idea that being vulnerable is being strong and confident at the same time.

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We start the 2nd season with a bang. David McQueen - "Your Leadership Coach" - is an accomplished leader and international speaker with over twelve years of experience. 

David and I discuss leadership and the importance for us men to learn new ways to lead by combining empathy and strength. We also cover leadership that presents destructive and empowering messages and what the differences are.

Be inspired by David's tips on being a good leader, self-care in leadership and which leaders he finds inspirational.

Travvu offer for Mentality Podcast listeners.

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Learn more about David here - https://www.davidmcqueen.co.uk/

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