Get a Better Handle On Life

Barry Winbolt
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Fresh and practical ideas to help you deal with life‘s challenges from psychology, personal development, and the world of work. My guests and I share innovative ways to help your personal growth, and protect mental health. My aim to sweep away the doubts and uncertainties that often prevent people from sorting out the things that bug them and living a better life.

  1. Tinycast – Are Courtesy and Respect Under Threat?

    JUL 30

    Tinycast – Are Courtesy and Respect Under Threat?

    We are seeing a noticeable drop in standards of public courtesy. I think we all know some of the contributors, public figures and politicians giving free rein to their and fleeting judgments and prejudices with no regard for the normal rules of civil discourse. This appears to be affecting how we, the public, act when trying to get our needs met, particularly when we are under pressure. Little thought seems to be given to some of the people whose jobs involve dealing with the public. Is it time to name bad behaviour and call it out? Got a question or comment? Contact me. #tinycast #tinycastuk #badbehaviour #difficultpeople #trump #incivility #relationships

    6 min

  2. JAN 25

    Obsessive Thinking in a Relationship – Here's How to Break the Cycle

    If you've got a single idea in your head about something that happened with another person, and it's harming you, harming your relationship, or both, this Tinycast is for you. When we can't step back from it and see an alternative point of view, and you can't hear the other person's explanation, this gets us into trouble a lot of the time. Our need for explanations regarding others' behaviour, can distort our thinking and harm relationships. This brief Tinycast explains how fixating on a single explanation for someone's actions can lead to misunderstandings and conflict. To counter this, psychologist Barry Winbolt illustrates a technique  for fostering mental flexibility, and reducing harmful ruminations. This approach promotes clarity and healthier relationships.

    10 min
  3. Slow Down for Change – Tinycast

    11/24/2024

    Slow Down for Change – Tinycast

    When unwanted change hits us it's natural to want to get through it as quickly as possible and put the past behind us. The paradox is, though, that our eagerness to move on can make drag out the process and hold up how we adapt. Got a question? Contact me. Post: Moving On Might Mean Standing Still #tinycast #tinycastuk #findingmeaning #dealingwithchange #transition #mentalwellbeing #personalgrowth

    5 min
  4. It's Just Information – Tinycast

    11/16/2024

    It's Just Information – Tinycast

    Here's an idea that can have real impact in a person't life. When someone says “I’m unhappy”, “I need to see you in my office at 3.00”, or “Don’t call us, we’ll call you”, the chances are the listener will provide their own overlay of meaning and start to worry. In which case, it’s the MEANING (not stated but provided by the listener) which triggers the worry. Whatever the information the speaker intends to convey gets overshadowed by the meaning the listener imposes on it. Now you know that, listen for how to use it. Got a question? Contact me. Post: Whatever they say, It's Just Information #tinycast #tinycastuk #findingmeaning #attributions #hurtfeelings #mentalwellbeing #personalgrowth

    5 min

  5. 10/06/2024

    "My Gay, Solo Parenting Journey" – A conversation with Libby King

    Libby King, a gay solo parent-to-be, faced discrimination and isolation during her journey to start a family, with healthcare professionals often assuming she was heterosexual.   Libby’s personal experiences fueled her determination to help others. She founded the LGBT+ Parent Support Group, Bourne This Way, to offer guidance, community, and belonging for LGBTQ+ families and prospective parents. The committee at Bourne This Way is diverse, with each member contributing their own unique experiences. Together, they are committed to fostering growth, listening to members, and offering valuable support. As the founder and chair, Libby’s mission is to help others find belonging and support on their own parenting journeys. Find out more about Libby King at https://bournethiswaylgbtparents.co.uk Got a question or comment? Contact me. #bournethisway #getabetterhandleonlife  #LGBTQparenting #InclusiveParenting #SoloParentJourney

    33 min
  6. Understanding and Using Your Superpower, with Adele Leah

    09/28/2024

    Understanding and Using Your Superpower, with Adele Leah

    Another enlightening conversation with Adele Leah. We talk about understanding your superpower, finding your voice, working to your strengths and talents, and idenitifying your tribe. There's a whole lot of 'finding' going on in this episode, and as ever, how to apply it to help you get a better handle on life!  Adele brings some real gems into the conversation and offers some free resources too.  So if you're at a point in your career where you're dreading Monday morning, or maybe you're just wanting a change, and you're not quite sure how to go about it, this could be the essential episode for you. Find out more about Adele at www.adeleleah.com Got a question or comment? Contact me. #getabetterhandleonlife #personalcoaching #adeleleah #superpower #careermove

    37 min
  7. How to Think Like an Optimist – Choose Your Outlook for Better Results.

    07/10/2024

    How to Think Like an Optimist – Choose Your Outlook for Better Results.

    You don't have to be an optimist to learn to think positively about yourself and the future. You can learn the skills and reap the benefits of optimism. Learning optimism and teaching ourselves to use it by choice can have far reaching consequences that reach deep into our unconscious processes and create emotional and physical resilience. Even if it doesn’t suit you to take a positive outlook, becoming more resilient should still be of interest for its proven advantages when dealing with the unavoidable setback and adversity that life throws at us.  Got a question? Contact me. Post: Think Like an Optimist – New Possibilities #tinycast #tinycastuk #optimisticthinkinging #thinklikeanoptimist #resilience #mentalwellbeing #personalgrowth

    5 min
  8. 3 Questions to Ask When you Need to De-Stress

    07/01/2024

    3 Questions to Ask When you Need to De-Stress

    Here's a simple formula to help you manage the stress in your life. Stress is everywhere, we all experience it to some degree. But, although we acknowledge it and it gets talked about a lot, the advice we get is often rather banal and not a lot of practical value (slow down, simplify your life, get a hobby…). Contours stress can lead to overwhelm, but there are simple ways to take the pressure off and build your resilience to the pressure. My way starts with three simple questions that lead you straight into thinking about what you can do to reduce the stress you are experiencing. Got a question? Contact me. Video: How to Develop a Stress Gauge #tinycast #tinycastuk #stress #reilience #stressmanagement #overwhelm #prioritising

    5 min
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Fresh and practical ideas to help you deal with life‘s challenges from psychology, personal development, and the world of work. My guests and I share innovative ways to help your personal growth, and protect mental health. My aim to sweep away the doubts and uncertainties that often prevent people from sorting out the things that bug them and living a better life.

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  • Creator
    Barry Winbolt
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2025
  • Episodes
    97
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Barry Winbolt 2023 All rights reserved.
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    Get a Better Handle On Life