65 episodes

Your space for an unfiltered and candid conversation. Skip the small talk and dive in deep. Produced in London and hosted by Enzo Sebastiani & Claire Handley.

Every week each host is surprised with a "secret topic" chosen by the other and just revealed when the mics are on! From news to pop culture, creativity and trending topics, "Too Long For A Voice Note" offers a fresh view on different topics, always looking to add an extra value, hopefully connecting, inspiring or even entertaining someone else listening on the other side.

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Your space for an unfiltered and candid conversation. Skip the small talk and dive in deep. Produced in London and hosted by Enzo Sebastiani & Claire Handley.

Every week each host is surprised with a "secret topic" chosen by the other and just revealed when the mics are on! From news to pop culture, creativity and trending topics, "Too Long For A Voice Note" offers a fresh view on different topics, always looking to add an extra value, hopefully connecting, inspiring or even entertaining someone else listening on the other side.

    Your Limiting Beliefs

    Your Limiting Beliefs

    Breaking Free From Limiting Beliefs | Hola familia! Welcome to Too Long For A Voice Note, your space for an unfiltered and candid conversation. In this episode, we dive deep into the hidden mental barriers known as limiting beliefs. These deeply ingrained assumptions can significantly restrict your ability to achieve your goals and full potential and they can also subtly but powerfully influence your behaviour and decisions.

    🎙️ 🔍 In this episode, we'll explore:

    Understanding Limiting Beliefs: What limiting beliefs are, exploring their psychological roots and how they embed themselves in our everyday thinking.

    Identifying Your Limiting Beliefs: Discover the common signs that indicate the presence of these self-imposed constraints and learn the steps to recognize them in your own thought patterns.

    The Impact of Limiting Beliefs: We examine real-life scenarios where limiting beliefs have held individuals back from achieving success in relationships, careers, and personal growth.

    Strategies for Overcoming Limiting Beliefs: We discuss practical techniques that help you challenge and shift these negative beliefs.

    Can We Really Achieve Anything? Delving into the debate on the limits of self-improvement and the power of a positive mindset.

    💡 Key Takeaways:

    Deepen your understanding of limiting beliefs and their effects on various aspects of your life.

    Learn how to effectively recognise and confront your own limiting beliefs with expert-backed strategies.

    Equip yourself with practical tips and motivational insights to change your mindset today.

    💌 As always familia, we want to hear from YOU! 👉 Join the conversation! Share your thoughts on Limiting Beliefs in the comments below.

    🎧 Listen to this and all of our previous episodes on Spotify Podcasts, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music or wherever you get your daily dose of podcasts! And please, please, don’t forget to subscribe to our channel. See you next episode!

    #LimitingBeliefs #SelfImprovement #Mindset

    ➡️ Resources

    Reframing Self-Limiting Beliefs https://www.open.edu/openlearn/health-sports-psychology/psychology/reframing-self-limiting-beliefs

    Overcoming limiting beliefs https://prosper.liverpool.ac.uk/postdoc-resources/reflect/overcoming-limiting-beliefs/

    Don't let limiting beliefs hold you back. Learn to overcome yours https://www.betterup.com/blog/what-are-limiting-beliefs

    • 31 min
    Radical Optimism

    Radical Optimism

    Radical Optimism and Transforming Your Outlook | Hola familia! Welcome to Too Long For A Voice Note, your space for an unfiltered and candid conversation. In this episode we dive deep into the transformative power of a radically optimistic mindset, inspired by Dua Lipa's new album ‘Radical Optimism’. Discover how embracing a positive outlook can reshape your life and help you navigate challenges with grace. 🌈

    🎙️ 🔍 In this episode, we'll explore:

    Radical Optimism Explained: Unpack the concept and explore its potential to change lives beyond the superficial level of just feeling good.
    Resilience Through Positivity: Learn how radical optimism provides a durable framework for dealing with life’s ups and downs.
    Challenges to Positivity: Address the difficulties of maintaining positivity amid mental health struggles, societal expectations, and economic pressures.
    Cultural Perspectives: Examine why despite adverse conditions, Latin American cultures often sustain a spirit of optimism and resilience.

    💡 Key Takeaways:

    Discover the deep-seated benefits of radical optimism and how it can be applied in various aspects of life.
    Explore strategies for maintaining a positive mindset even during difficult times.
    Learn about the influence of cultural optimism in fostering resilience.
    Gain actionable advice on how to integrate a radically optimistic view into your daily living.

    💌 As always familia, we want to hear from YOU! 👉 Join the conversation! Share your thoughts on Radical Optimism in the comments below.

    🎧 Listen to this and all of our previous episodes on Spotify Podcasts, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music or wherever you get your daily dose of podcasts! And please, please, don’t forget to subscribe to our channel. See you next episode!

    #RadicalOptimism #PositiveOutlook #MentalHealthAwareness

    • 31 min
    Are You Crying Enough?

    Are You Crying Enough?

    The Truth About Tears: Gender, Emotion, and Society | Hola familia! Welcome to Too Long For A Voice Note, your space for an unfiltered and candid conversation. In this episode we dive deep into the complex emotion of crying, unpack why women reportedly cry more than men, and analyse how societal norms influence our tears based on gender.

    🎙️ 🔍 In this episode, we'll explore:

    Why do we cry?
    Gender differences in crying: how society shaped us
    Crying at work: Professional boundaries and emotional honesty.
    The phenomenon of happy tears and how they are socially accepted

    💡 Key Takeaways:
    Gain a better understanding of the psychological and social aspects of crying.
    Reflect on how gender expectations shape our expressions of emotion.
    Explore the balance between professional conduct and genuine emotional expression.
    Discover why happy tears are viewed differently than those of sadness or frustration.

    💌 As always familia, we want to hear from YOU! 👉 Join the conversation! Share your thoughts on Crying in the comments below.

    🎧 Listen to this and all of our previous episodes on Spotify Podcasts, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music or wherever you get your daily dose of podcasts! And please, please, don’t forget to subscribe to our channel. See you next episode!

    #GenderDifferences #EmotionalExpression #PsychologyOfCrying

    • 29 min
    The Fun Days Are Over!

    The Fun Days Are Over!

    What happened with fun? 🥲 | Hola familia! Welcome to Too Long For A Voice Note, your space for an unfiltered and candid conversation. In this episode we dive in deep into the intriguing questions surrounding the evolution of fun over time and its relevance in today's society. From the impact of political correctness on humour to the generational divide in perception, we explore it all! 🎙️

    🔍 In this episode, we'll explore:

    Has the notion of fun shifted significantly over the years?
    Is fun dead, or has it simply transformed into something new?
    How has political correctness influenced our perception and expression of humour?
    Understanding the differences in how various generations define and experience fun.
    Having fun solo: exploring new hobbies, meditation, art and more

    💡 Key Takeaways:

    Reflect on the influence of societal changes, including political correctness and generational shifts, on our perception of fun
    Explore how our approach to leisure and entertainment has changed in the last few years (specially in our 30's!)

    💌 As always familia, we want to hear from YOU! 👉 Join the conversation! Share your thoughts on fun in the comments below.

    🎧 Listen to this and all of our previous episodes on Spotify Podcasts, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music or wherever you get your daily dose of podcasts! And please, please, don’t forget to subscribe to our channel. See you next episode!

    • 27 min
    Karma Got Me!

    Karma Got Me!

    Does Karma Really Exist? Exploring Its Origins & Impact🎙️ | Hola familia! Thank you for checking our season premiere episode, we are so excited to be back! In this episode dive deep into the cosmic concept of Karma! We dissect its origins, meanings, and modern interpretations. 🌌 Join us as we explore the age-old question: Is Karma real, or merely a philosophical construct?

    🔍 In this episode we explore:
    The etymology and historical roots of the term "Karma"
    Different cultural perspectives on Karma and its significance
    Personal reflections on belief in Karma and its influence on daily life
    How the concept of Karma has evolved over centuries and across cultures

    👁️‍🗨️ Whether you're a sceptic or a believer, this episode offers a fresh take on one of humanity's most enduring philosophical concepts.

    💡 Key Takeaways:
    Gain a deeper understanding of the historical and cultural roots of Karma
    Reflect on your own beliefs and perceptions about cause and effect
    Explore the implications of Karma in shaping personal ethics and social norms

    💌 As always familia, we want to hear from YOU! 👉 Join the conversation! Share your thoughts on Karma in the comments below.

    Listen to this and all of our previous episodes on Spotify Podcasts, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music or wherever you get your daily dose of podcasts! And please, please, don’t forget to subscribe to our channel. See you next episode!

    #Karma #Spirituality #CulturalBeliefs

    • 27 min
    Low Maintenance Friendships NEW SEASON PREMIERE!

    Low Maintenance Friendships NEW SEASON PREMIERE!

    The Art of Low Maintenance Friendships: Is Less Really More? | Hola familia! Welcome to the first episode of the new season of Too Long For A Voice Note. In this episode we explore the concept of Low Maintenance Friendships. 🌟 Are these effortless connections the secret to lasting bonds, or do they lack the depth of more demanding relationships? Join us as we explore the nuances of friendship maintenance and what it means in today's fast-paced world. 



    🔍 In this episode we explore: 


    The definition of Low Maintenance Friendships 


    The pros and cons of having low-maintenance connections 


    Expert insights and statistics on friendships 


    How this topic became really popular amongst the Gen-Z generation and Tik Tok Users 



    💡 Key Takeaways:


    Understand what it means to have of low-maintenance friendships


    People using this concept as an excuse to be an AWFUL friend 


    The balance between depth and ease in your friendships


    Decline of close friendships in UK and US the last decade 



    Resources: 


    If you have no close friends at all, you’re not alone: Our post-pandemic social lives in data https://www.euronews.com/health/2023/02/15/fewer-friends-less-time-to-hang-out-what-data-says-of-our-friendships-post-pandemic-world


    My Best Friend & I Are Long-Distance — & I Love It https://www.refinery29.com/en-gb/long-distance-friendship-benefits


    The Problem With Low Maintenance Friendships - https://www.refinery29.com/en-gb/low-maintenance-friendship



    💌 As always familia, we want to hear from YOU! Share your stories and questions about low-maintenance friendships in the comments below or via our social media channels. Do you find low-maintenance relationships actually useful and necessary? 



    Listen to this and all of our previous episodes on Spotify Podcasts, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music or wherever you get your daily dose of podcasts! 

    • 27 min

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