Move Your Mind with Nick Bracks

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Move Your Mind with Nick Bracks explores how the most successful people think and the mindset that got them there. Hosted by actor, TEDx speaker, and mental health advocate Nick Bracks, the show features deep, unscripted conversations with world-class thinkers, performers, and creators. Nick draws from his experience delivering over 1,000 talks worldwide and working in film, television, and mental health advocacy to uncover what drives human potential. Guests have included Harvard psychologist Dr. Ellen Langer, UFC Champion Alex Volkanovski, U.S. Congressman Adam Smith, Olympic Gold Medalist Greg Louganis, author Mark Groves, and many more leaders across business, science, sport, and the arts. Each episode dives into the habits, challenges, and mindset shifts that shape success, purpose, and resilience in everyday life - helping listeners build a healthier, more meaningful approach to growth and performance. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. #270: FINALLY, THIS Is What Society Gets WRONG About Men's Struggles - George from The Tin Men

    3D AGO

    #270: FINALLY, THIS Is What Society Gets WRONG About Men's Struggles - George from The Tin Men

    Why are so many men struggling in silence? In this episode, I speak with George from The Tin Men, a writer and advocate focused on the hidden realities of men’s mental health. We discuss why suicide is the biggest risk to men under 50, what society keeps getting wrong about men’s struggles, and why “just talking about it” isn’t enough. We explore the structural issues that can leave men feeling trapped, unheard, and hopeless - from relationship breakdown and abuse to shame, purpose, and the lack of support. George is the creator of The Tin Men, a platform dedicated to highlighting the overlooked issues affecting men and boys. Timestamps: (00:00) Introduction - Men Under 50 Suicide Risk (00:30) Beyond Just Talking (01:38) Structural Disadvantages List (03:28) Finland’s Suicide Blueprint (06:02) Why Governments Don’t Act (07:51) Politics And Vote Incentives (11:30) Psychache And External Triggers (15:27) Relationship Breakdown Statistics (17:19) Coping Mechanisms And Self Harm (19:11) Why Men Die More Often (23:38) Provider Pressure And Meaning (25:37) Male Victims Of Domestic Abuse (28:35) Psychological Abuse And Control (30:26) Parental Alienation Mention (30:40) Parental Alienation Debate (32:03) Joint Custody Changes (33:48) Custody Trauma and Suicide (36:04) Dads as Role Models (38:43) Myths About Crying (41:50) Help Over Slogans (44:45) Therapy That Works for Men (49:24) Grassroots Mens Support (51:49) Empathy for Addiction and Pain (55:28) Wrap Up and Advice Connect with Nick: Instagram: https://instagram.com/nickbracks Website: http://nickbracks.com Email: contact@nickbracks.com Connect with George: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetinmen/ Website: https://thetinmen.blog/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    58 min
  2. #269: Ted Bundy Psychologist Explains Why People Stay in Abusive Relationships - Dr. Peter Salerno

    MAR 26

    #269: Ted Bundy Psychologist Explains Why People Stay in Abusive Relationships - Dr. Peter Salerno

    Why do people stay in abusive relationships? In this episode, I speak with Dr. Peter Salerno, a psychologist and expert in trauma and abusive relationships. We explore what happens psychologically when someone is being abused - from the early signs to the long-term effects on the mind and nervous system. We talk about cognitive dissonance, manipulation tactics like gaslighting and love bombing, and why people can feel trapped even when they know something is wrong. This episode will change how you understand abusive relationships and the people who experience them. Dr. Peter Salerno is a psychologist specializing in trauma, personality disorders, and recovery from abusive relationships. Timestamps: (00:00) Intro - Signs of Abuse  (00:48) Confusion and Dissonance  (01:30) Nervous System Freeze  (03:26) Intuition Versus Gaslighting  (06:00) Manipulation Tactics  (08:23) Intentional Abuse Explained  (12:28) Psychopathy and Empathy  (17:15) Who Gets Targeted  (20:39) Why Leaving Feels Impossible  (22:49) Beyond Romance and Long Term Healing  (29:24) Finding Meaning After Trauma  (31:14) Shame During Grad School  (32:22) When Professionals Invalidate  (35:18) Social Media Spreads Awareness  (39:07) Are Victims People Pleasers  (40:11) Psychopathy and Power  (45:39) Spotting Red Flags Early  (50:20) First Steps to Get Help  (53:39) Where to Learn More  (55:02) Advice and Happiness  (57:24) Final Thanks and Wrap Up Connect with Nick: Instagram: https://instagram.com/nickbracks Website: http://nickbracks.com Email: contact@nickbracks.com Connect with Peter: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drpetersalerno/ Website: https://www.drpetersalerno.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    58 min
  3. #268: What to Do When You Feel Lost in Life (Psychologist Explains) - Dr. Adam Formal

    MAR 24

    #268: What to Do When You Feel Lost in Life (Psychologist Explains) - Dr. Adam Formal

    What does it mean when you feel lost in life? In this episode, I speak with Dr. Adam Formal, a clinical psychologist who works with elite athletes and people dealing with burnout and addiction. We explore why so many people feel lost and how small daily decisions can slowly pull you away from who you really are. This episode will explain why you can feel lost in life and how to start changing it. Dr. Adam Formal is a clinical psychologist based in NYC. Timestamps: (00:00) Introduction To Feeling Lost (00:27) Emotions Are Like Signals (01:17) Going Through A Crisis (03:19) Micro Choices Drift (04:29) Money And Arrival Myth (06:44) Intrinsic Motivation Wins (11:34) The Tyranny Of Should (12:45) Your Early Training (14:42) Ego Versus Meaning (19:32) Helping One Person (22:36) Choice Over Reactivity (24:39) Boredom And Reflection (27:50) Is Life Meant To Be Hard? (29:51) Meaningful Stretch Goals (32:17) Expectations Versus Reality (33:36) Micro Goals Over Outcomes (35:10) Corporate Carrots And School (36:24) Curiosity Driven Learning (38:33) Workplace Intrinsic Fit (40:28) Sports Motivation And Money (43:03) Longevity Through Love (44:58) Peace In Giving Your All (48:21) First Steps When Lost (51:05) Reverse Engineering Regret (54:54) Closing Questions Connect with Nick: Instagram: https://instagram.com/nickbracks Website: http://nickbracks.com Email: contact@nickbracks.com Connect with Adam: Website: https://www.formaltherapy.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    58 min
  4. #267: Why You Can't Outsource Self-Love - Sandra Silverman

    MAR 17

    #267: Why You Can't Outsource Self-Love - Sandra Silverman

    How do you know when you’re abandoning yourself? And why do so many of us stay in situations that slowly erode our sense of self? In this episode, I’m joined by Sandra Silverman, an author who shares her journey of rebuilding her life after leaving a 27-year toxic relationship. We talk about the cycle of toxic relationships, including gaslighting, love bombing, and self-blame, the role of past trauma in shaping our relationship patterns, and why learning to feel safe within yourself is essential before you can feel safe with someone else. Sandra also shares what it takes to rebuild your sense of self after years of emotional pain, and why healing is a process that requires you to face, rather than avoid, your emotions. This episode is about recognising where you may be abandoning yourself, and how choosing yourself can change everything. Sandra Silverman is an author and podcast host who shares her experiences with toxic relationships, personal transformation, and self-worth. After leaving a 27-year relationship, she now helps others recognise unhealthy patterns and rebuild their lives from the inside out. Timestamps: (00:00) Introduction (01:24) Procedures And Validation (02:53) Boundaries And Escalation (03:39) Gaslighting Narcissist Cycle (06:04) Why She Stayed for 27 Years (07:20) Choosing Divorce And Books (10:04) Healing Takes Time (11:10) Vacation Exit And Divorce (12:36) Acceptance And Empathy (14:41) Past Trauma And Blame (18:12) Safety In Relationships (19:04) Feeling Safe Alone (19:38) Stop Chasing Quick Fixes (21:25) Sober Through The Pain (22:22) Rebound To Roster (24:05) Solo Reset And Coaching (25:08) Daily Self Care Tools (26:31) Cosmetic Work With Intention (27:44) Social Media Beauty Pressure (30:17) Advice For Young Women (32:00) Purpose Through Books And Show (33:55) Whats Next (35:14) Advice To 18 Year Old Self (35:53) Final Thanks Connect with Nick: Instagram: https://instagram.com/nickbracks Website: http://nickbracks.com Email: contact@nickbracks.com Connect with Sandra: Website: https://www.sandralenasilverman.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    36 min
  5. #266: Why You Feel Shame (Evolutionary Psychologist Explains) - Debra Lieberman

    MAR 10

    #266: Why You Feel Shame (Evolutionary Psychologist Explains) - Debra Lieberman

    Why do we feel shame? Why does guilt hit so deeply? And why do some people seem to carry these emotions far more intensely than others? In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Debra Lieberman — evolutionary psychologist, professor at the University of Miami, and Editor-in-Chief of Evolution and Human Behavior — to explore why humans evolved to feel shame and guilt, and what these emotions are actually trying to do. We talk about the evolutionary purpose of shame, the difference between shame and guilt, why high-functioning people can be especially prone to self-criticism, how social media hijacks our need for social value, and why learning to value yourself changes everything. This episode will help you change your life by changing how you deal with shame. Dr. Debra Lieberman is an evolutionary psychologist whose research explores how evolution shaped the social mind, including emotions like shame, guilt, disgust, morality, kinship, sexuality, and cooperation. Timestamps: (00:00) Introduction (00:23) Meet Dr Deborah Lieberman (01:05) Evolutionary Software Of Emotions (02:42) Social Value And Gratitude (05:55) Why Shame Shows Up (08:45) Shame Versus Anger Leverage (10:35) Locus Of Control Trap (15:02) Social Media Hijacks Validation (19:50) Using Social Media With Boundaries (22:51) Stoicism Purpose In Struggle (26:43) Mentorship Missing In Modern Life (29:33) Finding Your Foxhole Friends (31:58) Toxic Friendships And Loss Aversion (33:35) Tribe Size Dating Math (34:45) Why Breakups Hurt (37:03) Fear And Relationship Pressure (38:46) Needy Mindset To Self Worth (41:43) Building Self Value Skills (43:42) Shame Versus Guilt (45:57) Reimagining Human Education (50:55) Critical Thinking In AI Age (55:08) Do We Need Relationships (59:57) Life Stages And Meaning (01:01:02) Advice Happiness And Next Steps (01:04:09) Resources And Final Wrap Connect with Nick: Instagram: https://instagram.com/nickbracks Website: http://nickbracks.com Email: contact@nickbracks.com Connect with Debra: Website: www.deblieberman.com Articles: https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=OhbXo2kAAAAJ&hl=en Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 5m
  6. #265: How to Stop Being a People Pleaser - Greg Everett

    MAR 4

    #265: How to Stop Being a People Pleaser - Greg Everett

    Comparison can quietly destroy your life. Most of us default to upward comparison… we fixate on what everyone else has that we don’t. And we rarely do the opposite - noticing what we’ve built, what we’ve survived, and what other people would trade places with us for in a second. That’s why you can feel behind even when you’re not. You end up measuring your life with a broken ruler...curated highlights, imaginary timelines, and a brain that’s wired to obsess over what’s missing. Comparison keeps you stuck. In this episode, I’m joined by Greg Everett, coach, author, and founder of Catalyst Athletics, to unpack why comparison is dangerous, how social media amplifies it, and how money and “success metrics” can quietly hijack your self-worth. We also talk about what to do when you genuinely feel lost or behind, including building a personal “touchstone” to measure real progress, using journaling to clear the mental noise, and creating intentional quiet time so your mind can actually reset. This episode will help you change your life by helping you to stop comparing yourself to others. Greg Everett is a coach, author, and the founder of Catalyst Athletics, known for his work in strength training and long-term athlete development. Timestamps: (00:00) Introduction (00:47) Why We Compare (01:39) Social Media Highlights Trap (04:03) Money and Self Worth (08:02) Work Hours and Meaning (11:15) Hustle Culture Burnout (12:52) Scams and False Promises (16:06) Building Sustainably (17:21) Authenticity Over Trends (23:55) Choose Your Exhaustion (24:58) No Finish Line (26:41) Hard Truths of Self-Examination (27:39) Finding Your Touchstone (29:22) Overstimulation and Distraction (35:05) Dopamine Withdrawal in Nature (38:39) Staying the Course When Behind (42:31) Journaling to Get Unstuck (46:53) Quiet Downtime for Clarity (49:11) Lessons From Career Detours (51:48) Advice to My 18-Year-Old Self (53:04) Where to Find Greg (53:48) Final Thanks Get the FREE Move Your Mind Masterclass here: go.nickbracks.com/moveyourmind Access FREE Move Your Mind training here: https://go.moveyourmind.io/training Connect with Nick: Instagram: https://instagram.com/nickbracks Website: http://nickbracks.com Email: contact@nickbracks.com Connect with Greg: Website: https://www.greg-everett.com/about/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/catalystathletics/?hl=en Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    54 min
  7. #264: How to Stop Being a People Pleaser - Dr. Alana Greko

    FEB 28

    #264: How to Stop Being a People Pleaser - Dr. Alana Greko

    Do you say yes when you want to say no, then wonder why you feel exhausted? In this episode I talk with Dr. Alana Greco about why people-pleasing forms, how it quietly erodes self-worth, and how to stop the cycle. We trace the pattern back to childhood survival, discuss the four types of boundaries most people miss, and walk through the self-compassion shift that helps change behaviour. This episode will change your life by changing how you deal with people pleasing. Dr. Alana Greco is a clinical psychologist helping people build self-worth, set boundaries, and overcome people-pleasing and perfectionism. Timestamps: (00:00) Introduction (02:15) Why people-pleasing starts (05:40) Childhood roots and survival patterns (09:10) Recognizing the cycle (12:45) Setting and understanding boundaries (16:30) The four types of boundaries (20:05) Self-compassion and the BRAVE framework (25:20) Rebuilding self-worth (30:10) How to handle negative reactions when you change (35:40) Linking self-worth to purpose (41:00) Comparison, validation and social media (47:25) Living in alignment with your values (53:00) Instant gratification and dopamine (58:15) Redefining success (01:04:40) Purpose and growth (01:10:50) Self-care as self-respect (01:15:30) Final reflections and closing questions Get the FREE Move Your Mind Masterclass here: go.nickbracks.com/moveyourmind Access FREE Move Your Mind training here: https://go.moveyourmind.io/training Connect with Nick: Instagram: https://instagram.com/nickbracks Website: http://nickbracks.com Email: contact@nickbracks.com Connect with Alana: Website: https://inspiringgrowthpsychology.com.au Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 9m
  8. #263: Why You Can’t Outthink Your Anxiety - Dr. Jenn Rapkin

    FEB 24

    #263: Why You Can’t Outthink Your Anxiety - Dr. Jenn Rapkin

    If you’ve been trying to outthink your anxiety - replaying the same thoughts, searching for the perfect solution, telling yourself “once I figure this out, I’ll be fine” - this episode will land. Because anxiety doesn’t just live in your mind. It lives in your body. And when you try to solve a body experience with logic, you often end up feeding the spiral instead of calming it. I’m joined by Dr Jenn Rapkin (naturopathic doctor + somatic practitioner) to unpack the difference between sitting with the story (rumination, what-ifs, worst-case scenarios) and sitting with the sensation (the actual physical feeling that rises, peaks, and passes). We talk about why your thoughts don’t always have your back, why “fixing” can keep anxiety alive, and the simplest way to start working with your body instead of against it. Dr Jenn Rapkin is a naturopathic doctor and somatic practitioner, and the author of The Feeling Muscle: How Felt Emotion Can Help You Sit With and Outlast Hard Feelings. Timestamps: (00:00) Introduction (00:59) Anxiety Lives in the Body (03:22) Sitting With Sensations (07:53) Culture Trains Emotional Avoidance (10:09) Why Feelings Set You Free (14:23) Life Is Meant to Be Hard (17:32) Acceptance Without Giving Up (18:56) Midlife Timeline Panic (21:50) Reframing Time and Possibility (26:32) Detachment Brings Ease and Joy (29:49) Social Media Fuels Comparison (31:00) Presence Over Distraction (32:58) Kids and Screen Culture (35:15) Connection Beats Tech (37:24) Why She Does This Work (40:52) OCD and Mental Health Talk (45:47) The Feeling Muscle Book (48:53) First Steps to Feelings (51:55) Exposure and Doing Hard Things (54:36) Advice and Happiness (56:40) Wrap Up and Support Get the FREE Move Your Mind Masterclass here: go.nickbracks.com/moveyourmind Access FREE Move Your Mind training here: https://go.moveyourmind.io/training Connect with Nick: Instagram: https://instagram.com/nickbracks Website: http://nickbracks.com Email: contact@nickbracks.com Connect with Jenn: Website: https://drjennrapkin.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    57 min
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Move Your Mind with Nick Bracks explores how the most successful people think and the mindset that got them there. Hosted by actor, TEDx speaker, and mental health advocate Nick Bracks, the show features deep, unscripted conversations with world-class thinkers, performers, and creators. Nick draws from his experience delivering over 1,000 talks worldwide and working in film, television, and mental health advocacy to uncover what drives human potential. Guests have included Harvard psychologist Dr. Ellen Langer, UFC Champion Alex Volkanovski, U.S. Congressman Adam Smith, Olympic Gold Medalist Greg Louganis, author Mark Groves, and many more leaders across business, science, sport, and the arts. Each episode dives into the habits, challenges, and mindset shifts that shape success, purpose, and resilience in everyday life - helping listeners build a healthier, more meaningful approach to growth and performance. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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