A New Way of Being

"If your emotional abilities aren't in hand, if you don't have self-awareness, if you are not able to manage your distressing emotions, if you can't have empathy and have effective relationships - then no matter how smart you are, you are not going to get very far."That is one of Daniel Goleman’s quotes about emotional intelligence, which was also the title of his best-selling book – which outlined a compelling argument as to why EQ matters more than IQ. In this bitesize episode, Daniel breaks down what emotional intelligence is, and then shares some ways to develop your EQ – including by using mindfulness meditation.My book Champion Thinking: How To Find Success Without Losing Yourself is now on general release. Drawing on some of my favourite interviews over the last five years, including with Daniel Goleman, I want to challenge our ideas about 'success', and where peace, joy and fulfilment are truly to be found.'This book captures the magic of being in flow . . . Highly recommend' RONNIE O'SULLIVAN'Entertaining and enlightening' MATTHEW SYED'This book will challenge your thinking on what success truly is and will give you tools to "succeed" in life in the truest sense of the world. This is definitely not just another book about sport and those who happen to be good at it' -- GOLDIE SAYERS'The intention behind this book is beautiful, and I highly recommend it' RUPERT SPIRA'The best guide we have to what it means to be human' AMOL RAJANOrder here: https://www.simonmundie.com/bookAmazon: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Champion-Thinking-Success-Without-Yourself/dp/1526626497/Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kevin Clifton shares insights on letting go of outcomes, identity, and attachments. The conversation delves into the power of surrender, navigating dance competitions, embracing intrinsic fulfillment, and letting go of external validation. Clifton explores the journey towards self-acceptance and the impact of shedding labels for inner peace and success.

"One important key to success is self-confidence. An important key to self-confidence is preparation." - Arthur AsheSo many of the elite performers I have spoken to over the last six years have exuded confidence. But what makes them so confident in their abilities?The answer — preparation! Once the building blocks are in place, you can let go and surrender to what happens. That's when magic happens.Hours of meticulous preparation allows top performers like Wales rugby legend Sam Warburton to walk into any situation with confidence. This he applied from a very young age, at school as well as on the pitch, and it has served him well throughout life.My book Champion Thinking: How To Find Success Without Losing Yourself - is now on general release. Drawing on some of my favourite interviews over the last five years, I want to challenge our ideas about 'success', and where peace, joy and fulfilment are truly to be found.'This book captures the magic of being in flow . . . Highly recommend' RONNIE O'SULLIVAN'Entertaining and enlightening' MATTHEW SYED'This book will challenge your thinking on what success truly is and will give you tools to "succeed" in life in the truest sense of the world. This is definitely not just another book about sport and those who happen to be good at it' -- GOLDIE SAYERS'The intention behind this book is beautiful, and I highly recommend it' RUPERT SPIRA'The best guide we have to what it means to be human' AMOL RAJANOrder here: https://www.simonmundie.com/bookAmazon: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Champion-Thinking-Success-Without-Yourself/dp/1526626497/Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sport & Exercise Nutritionist James Collins discusses optimizing nutrition for performance, health, and mood. Topics include plant-based proteins, aging, resistance training, hydration, and creating performance plates. He also shares insights on 'The Energy Plan' and promotions for ad-free listening.

Former Olympic Decathlon Gold medalist, Caitlyn Jenner, discusses the darker side of 'high performance' and how success doesn't necessarily bring inner peace. The podcast explores the societal fixation on success, overcoming dyslexia through sports, and redefining success by addressing inner struggles.

Former England cricketer Ebony Rainford-Brent talks about overcoming personal tragedies and injury, reflecting on self-improvement, navigating past traumas, resilience through Jamaican heritage, breaking barriers in cricket, self-discovery, and using anchoring techniques for performance improvement.

Nigel Owens discusses self-acceptance and overcoming struggles with sexuality. Topics include shaping values, tribalism in rugby vs football, transformative power of self-acceptance, personal struggles, journey of self-acceptance and forgiveness, and gratitude.

It can be so easy to let resentments build and sweep things under the carpet, to avoid having the difficult conversation because you know it will be uncomfortable. But – sweeping issues under the carpet is not a recipe for harmony, whether in business, families, relationships of teams. Issues and feelings need to be faced and processed. Two people who are well aware of this are Kate and Helen Richardson-Walsh who were part of the team that made history by becoming the first British women's side to win Olympic hockey gold at Rio 2016.My book Champion Thinking: How To Find Success Without Losing Yourself is now on general release. Drawing on some of my favourite interviews over the last five years, I want to challenge our ideas about 'success', and where peace, joy and fulfilment are truly to be found.'This book captures the magic of being in flow . . . Highly recommend' RONNIE O'SULLIVAN'Entertaining and enlightening' MATTHEW SYED'Using high achieving individuals, teams and sporting stories Simon has looked into something we actually all know or at least once did - the ability to live life more in the now' JASON FOX'The intention behind this book is beautiful, and I highly recommend it' RUPERT SPIRA'The best guide we have to what it means to be human' AMOL RAJANOrder here: https://www.simonmundie.com/bookAmazon: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Champion-Thinking-Success-Without-Yourself/dp/1526626497/Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Best-selling author James Kerr discusses powerful leadership lessons from the All Blacks, including topics like character, adaptability, and authenticity. The podcast explores the impact of personal connections, shared purpose, and continuous improvement in achieving success. Insights on fear of failure, pressure management, and mindfulness for optimal performance are also highlighted.

Author, therapist, and columnist Mita Mistry discusses 'Champion Thinking' with the host, emphasizing inner peace, present moment awareness, and true success. They explore the concept of lasting happiness beyond material success and the value of being present in the moment.