The Self Help Antidote Podcast

Making a point often comes at the expense of making a difference. It may serve our ego, but it doesn’t serve the relationship.

Send us a text (https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1667158/open_sms) In this episode, we take a journey from the Prime Meridian to the emotional equator, where gratitude, fragility, and fierce compassion intersect. Drawing inspiration from Emile Durkheim, Jonathan Haidt, Marshall Rosenberg and Dr. Bernie Siegel, we explore how to stay grounded and emotionally regulated in high-stakes conversations without losing yourself, or the other person. We dive into the psychology behind emotional contagion and vicarious trauma, and how your presence, not your prescription, is often the most powerful gift you can offer. You’ll learn why advice often fails, how to recognize when you’re stealing someone’s power instead of supporting them, and what "naming it to tame it" really looks like in a real conversation. We’ll unpack the difference between sympathy and empathy, explore theory of mind, and show how non-violent communication and empathetic reflection can transform not only how we communicate, but how we believe in the people we’re speaking to. Because in a world full of noise, the most radical thing you can do… is listen. Visit us at: www.theselfhelpantidote.com

Empathy is essential for effective coaching and leadership. It connects us, builds relationships and drives performance. Unless of course it consumes you and leads to burnout. This video talks about how to lead with empathy without letting it overwhelm you.

Send us a text (https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1667158/open_sms) What if your best performance doesn’t come from trying harder, but from letting go? In this electrifying episode, I’m joined by the brilliant Jo Groves, coach, presenter, trainer, and unapologetic story teller, who breaks down the art and science of authentic presenting. We explore what it really means to show up: not just to deliver lines, but to create an experience. From rhythm and timing to the importance of detaching from the outcome, Jo unpacks how to move from a contrived delivery to spontaneous resonance. We dig into the inner game of performance; why "trying" kills your flow, how to condition yourself to create on demand, and what it takes to shift from the inner critic to the insightful observer, à la The Inner Game of Tennis. Jo also dives into the power of reading the room, taking creative risks, using your environment, and why needing to be liked might just make you less likable. This episode is a masterclass in dropping the performance anxiety and tapping into something real, present, and powerful. Because as Jo reminds us: if you’re going to show up, SHOW UP. 🎯 Whether you speak on stages, in meetings, or to a camera, this one’s for you. Visit us at: www.theselfhelpantidote.com

Why do people start off motivated, only to have it soon fade? It’s a common question, and a good one at that. There are many reasons for this. One of them is temporal discounting; our bias towards favoring rewards in the short term over the long term. This isn’t about laziness. It’s about having a deeper understanding of motiovnatoin If this applies to you, or one of your clients, here’s how you can use temporal discounting to sustain motivation.