

Do You F*cking Mind?
Alexis Fernandez-Preiksa - Neuroscientist and Mindset Coach
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 info@dyfmpod.com to submit your questions. Order your copy of my latest book How to Chase Change at https://bit.ly/44xwszR .
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Feb 21, 2023 • 49min
97. Overcoming fear of failure, judgement, abandonment and being alone
Explore the roots of fear, from the anxiety of being alone to the weight of societal judgment. Discover how acknowledging these fears can lead to greater personal growth and authenticity. The conversation emphasizes breaking free from parental expectations and societal norms, urging listeners to embrace their true selves. Learn the power of making irreversible decisions for transformative change, encouraging the acceptance of risk as a pathway to fulfilling life experiences.

Feb 21, 2023 • 1h 7min
96. Moving cities, changing careers and taking the leap - with my spirit animal Karli
Today I interview Karli, one of my best friends and my housemate when I lived in LA. This episode covers moving from Australia to LA, changing careers, struggling before making it, and then (obviously) general banter. Enjoy!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 21, 2023 • 57min
95. How we form memories, false memories and ways to improve your memory
This episode is all about the different kinds of memory. Working memory, long term memory, how memories are formed, stored and retrieved. What false memories are and how they come about and how to improve your own memory consolidation and retrieval.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 21, 2023 • 57min
94. How to stop self sabotaging
Self sabotage can creep up in so many ways and cock block you from having hte relationship, job or experience that you want to have. This episode will help you identify when you are doing it, and explain why it is that you do it so you can start making different choices.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 21, 2023 • 39min
93. Green flags to look out for in a partner
Today I go over 15 green flags to look for (and to take on board yourself). These traits are all golden and should be a stable in a healthy relationship. I also go over things that people think may be green flags but are actually the opposite.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 21, 2023 • 38min
92. Self love - The different versions of you
On today’s episode I go over ways to release some of the pressure you may be putting on yourself by tapping into different facets of your personality, and understanding what you truly want or need at any given time.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 21, 2023 • 54min
91. Love bombing - How to identify it and how to run for the hills
What is love bombing? This episode goes into how to identify all the traits of a love bomber, why it is a narcissistic trait and how to move on from it, get over a love bomber or leave this kind of relationship.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 21, 2023 • 1h 17min
90. Body image, relationship with food and self - with Arabella Hampshire
Today I have Arabella Hampshire on the podcast. She is not only a health and life coach but she focuses on the relationship with self to begin to heal toxic relationships with food and self image. She is a book of wisdom so sit back and hear her amazing words, everyone can learn something from her.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 21, 2023 • 44min
89. Find the strength to leave (relationship, job, group)
Today I will give you 11 points to consider to help you feel you have the strength and resources to leave a situation that is not serving you. It could be a job, a relationship, an organization, a group of friends, anything. I also go into how to not let guild make you stay in a situation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Feb 21, 2023 • 33min
88. The incredible benefits of sauna on brain performance and health
Explore the benefits of sauna on brain performance and health, including reducing stress, depression, and anxiety. Learn how sauna sessions can improve focus, decrease neurodegeneration risk, and increase beneficial neurotransmitters. Dive into the Finnish study on saunas reducing dementia and Alzheimer's risk, and the role of cognitive reserve and BDNF in brain health. Discover how saunas regulate cortisol levels, release heat shock proteins, eliminate toxins, and promote growth hormone release for repairing the body.


