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James Shireby

Helping men grow by doing the work that matters. 

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    How Men Can Lighten the Load

    In this episode: James explores why so many men feel emotionally heavy — even when life looks “fine” on the surface. He unpacks how stress, emotional suppression, and unspoken tension can build up over time, and shares how to start releasing that weight in practical, healthy ways. You’ll learn: What “emotional load” really means and how it affects your body and mind.Why most men carry it without realising it.How to identify what’s weighing you down.The importance of awareness, acceptance, and communication.Why calm is the foundation for wisdom, growth, and stronger relationships. Takeaway: When you acknowledge what you’re carrying — and stop carrying it in silence — the load gets lighter. That’s how men build calm, resilience, and emotional strength. Listen to this episode if you’re: Feeling tense, drained, or mentally heavy.Struggling to express how you feel.Ready to build emotional strength and connection. Get in touch: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/james_shireby/ Email: jamesshireby@hotmail.com Interview episodes you might enjoy: Anthony Barnes: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vwZ3TikRV9s Chloe Thomas: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JQEhKfcAZgk Johnny Lawrence: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l_ErlDxpeGk Read more from me: https://twpt.co.uk/blog/77/how-to-manage-your-negative-thoughts Discounts: Awesome Supplements: https://awesomesupplements.co.uk/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIn-XrqsCljQMVWJJQBh29URCQEAAYASAAEgJg7vD_BwE&utm_source=google&campaign_id=21383997986&ad_id=702821348557&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=SWK+-+Search+-+Brand&utm_content=166602222467&utm_term=&gad_source=5&gad_campaignid=21383997986 Use: SHIREBY10 at checkout for 10% off

    41 мин.
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    How Men Can Build Better Connection

    Most men want deeper connection — with their partner, kids, mates… even themselves. But you can’t build quality connection with others if you’re disconnected from yourself. Connection isn’t just about having people around. It’s about presence, honesty, empathy, and shared experience. It’s about slowing down enough to see yourself clearly — and showing up as that version of you with others. Start by: • Taking moments in your day to pause and breathe • Noticing what you feel instead of avoiding it • Being honest with yourself before being honest with others • Listening to understand, not just to fix • Investing in quality relationships, not quantity • Setting boundaries that protect your energy Connection with others begins with connection to yourself. When you know who you are and what you value, you create the foundation for real, resilient relationships. Get in touch: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/james_shireby/ Email: jamesshireby@hotmail.com Interview episodes you might enjoy: Anthony Barnes: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vwZ3TikRV9s Chloe Thomas: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JQEhKfcAZgk Johnny Lawrence: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l_ErlDxpeGk Read more from me: https://twpt.co.uk/blog/77/how-to-manage-your-negative-thoughts Discounts: Awesome Supplements: https://awesomesupplements.co.uk/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIn-XrqsCljQMVWJJQBh29URCQEAAYASAAEgJg7vD_BwE&utm_source=google&campaign_id=21383997986&ad_id=702821348557&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=SWK+-+Search+-+Brand&utm_content=166602222467&utm_term=&gad_source=5&gad_campaignid=21383997986 Use: SHIREBY10 at checkout for 10% off

    52 мин.
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    How to Really Change Your Behaviour (Part 2)

    Most people think behaviour change is about willpower — it’s not. It’s about setting up your environment, regulating your emotions, and building systems that make it easier to follow through, even on the hard days. In Part 2 of this series, I’m sharing the practical tools you need to make real, sustainable change: How to design your environment for successBuilding “emotional fitness” so feelings don’t derail your goalsA simple 5-question action plan to create clarity and focusHow to bounce back from setbacks without spirallingThe mindset shift that makes change stick for the long term If you’re tired of starting over — this is the episode that shows you how to keep going. Get in touch: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/james_shireby/ Email: jamesshireby@hotmail.com Interview episodes you might enjoy: Anthony Barnes: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vwZ3TikRV9s Chloe Thomas: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JQEhKfcAZgk Johnny Lawrence: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l_ErlDxpeGk Read more from me: https://twpt.co.uk/blog/77/how-to-manage-your-negative-thoughts Discounts: Awesome Supplements: https://awesomesupplements.co.uk/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIn-XrqsCljQMVWJJQBh29URCQEAAYASAAEgJg7vD_BwE&utm_source=google&campaign_id=21383997986&ad_id=702821348557&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=SWK+-+Search+-+Brand&utm_content=166602222467&utm_term=&gad_source=5&gad_campaignid=21383997986 Use: SHIREBY10 at checkout for 10% off

    57 мин.

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