Imposter Syndrome Cafe

Life can be tough when you lose the mojo for your passions. In this episode we focus on what to do when your love of fitness has taken a tumble. Grab a warm one, get comfy, and let's chat....

Get a lovely warm beverage and cozy up on the sofa with us for a reflection on life, the perspective of age, the sudden boom in younger men taking testosterone, relationship & friendship advice, and more! Cuddle up, and lets chat about many a thing, while falling down some rabbit holes (as usual).

Join me this week for a general comfy chit chat, and also talking about my experience with anti depressants.

A very unannounced Jack turned up (yes the voicemail guy) and we thought we'd ask his advice on a listener question. If this goes well we may ask him back, although we're not sure this is quite the advice you were looking for....

Pour yourself a lovely warm beverage (unless you're driving, or flying a craft of some kind), get cosy and let's hang out together. Today we discuss surrender, learning to be true to yourself and your heart in all aspects of life. Lets also throw some relationship advice into the episode (are you really happy?), UFO chat, and of course the important topic of TV show backing music. Join us for some rabbit holes and tea supping on today's fun packed episode!

Pancreatitis / Chronic Pancreatitis. What is it, how to navigate it, and what can we do about it? On today's episode I will be discussing alcohol induced pancreatitis. Do you know what the warning signs are? Stick around and get some knowledge to find out. Grab a warm beverage and get comfy...

Yes that's right folks, join me as I ramble my way through a wealth of life lessons on weights, gyms, running, fitness, supplements, and some side roads we probably didn't expect to go down. You came for professional podcastery (a new word?) but you stayed for the unprofessional podcastery. Grab a warm beverage and get comfy why don't you...

In this episode I discuss with my dad his journey through prostate cancer. Please excuse if the audio is a little lower quality on this episode, the cafe was out on location for this one, but you can still have your warm beverage to hand of course! I am extremely thankful to him for sharing his personal experience on this, and he was keen to do it because he hoped it would help someone else going through it.

On this episode we interview Jenny, a personal trainer who shares her story of going through breast cancer this year. From the first signs, to the last day of treatment, Jenny shares her experience and advise on navigating through the journey.To follow some of Jenny's journey, or donate to her cause to raise money for Macmillan Cancer Support, please visit her Instagram @jennyrancept

Male Suicide & Modern Day Pressures. An episode aimed at guys but one that hopefully anyone can relate to, so get a nice tea or coffee and pull up a chair. ..

Checking in to say hello (a virtual bump into you out and about) and to remind you to take some time out for yourself, and step outside of the routine sometimes.

An episode that darts about (this happens) discussing alcohol use, abuse, and recovery from. Sharing my experience around this topic. Grab a warm cup of tea or coffee why don't you, and get comfy.

How are you since the pandemic?Yes, it's been a long time since we were in isolation, but how did that period change you? Do you still carry some of those behaviours, feelings, into your life today? Get a warm cup of your favourite stuff and let's discuss..

Gas Lighting & Emotional ManipulationAre you being gas lit? Are you experiencing a friendship, relationship, work place scenario where you feel you're being made to feel in the wrong all the time? Then you may be experiencing a gas lighting manipulating mother fxxker! Grab a hot beverage, and let's find out together....

Jack couldn't get through (again) so he left the show a voicemail (again) Happy 2025 y'all !!

Today we talk winter vibes, and thoughts on the disposable, fast moving way that technology can leave people behind. Can we just hold on for a moment before I'm upgraded to the next version? Find out today...

A tip to watch out for older age.

Well here we are with a warm drink and some thoughts on thinking before reacting, giving your time to the wrong people, audiobooks, season changes, and some other things to distract you for a while. You're very welcome of course! :)

On today's episode I must firstly apologise for the below standard audio, yes I didn't have my settings quite as I'd have liked. Did I do this to show you that we're all human? No, I just messed up and it sounds like it's recorded in a cupboard :)On the show today I talk about too much self help and social media, and the negative impact that can have. We also catch up with my friend Andy in a real life cafe for an off the cuff Q&A for some life tips (cafe background noises ahoy!) So sit back and enjoy this less than audio perfect episode, and know that I love you for putting up with it...

Jack leaves yet another voice mail, this time about discounts for eye tests...

Feeling like you don't deserve good things, or are not worthy? Today we cover this, and feelings of self loathing. Oh, and a loud car drives past the cafe too! Buckle up for another tea filled waffle...

Join us for a brew, and a ramble about a few things including living alone and should you try it? Relationships, alcohol use/dependency, and a funky show theme tune. If you're worried about yourself or someone you know who drinks maybe too much, some thoughts in this episode might help. Get the kettle on and join us...

When you have a down day, dealing with depression, and days when you just can't get your engine started.

Do you need to surrender to something that’s draining your energy? Get a beverage and join the cafe…

Some general chitty chat, mixed in with The Beekeeper Movie Review, and some other Jason Statham movies you may enjoy. A nice side tangent chat about Clint Eastwood films, and a strange place I woke up once... Sit back and join me for a warm beverage, a chilled chat, and know that I love you x Find us on Instagram at imposter_syndrome_cafe. We never publicize the Instagram so come follow us.

Escapism & Running Away From Things. Are you an escape artist? Are you finding it hard to deal with life or a situation? Do you feel the need to want to escape? Grab a comfy chair and a warm mug of something, and relax with this episode. The meditation mentioned in the podcast is by Mark Williams and it's called 10 minute seated meditation. Enjoy :)

Join me in London for a coffee and a one to one, why not hey? A small chat about getting your life back by stepping outside the bubble of your comfort zone. Please excuse some of the background audio, but hey it's the city after all :)

Jacks Computer Issues Voicemail. Another missed call from Jack..

Early Recovery From Addiction. Join me for a warm tea and a chat about the feelings of early recovery from addiction. My experience in that, and hopefully along the way you might get something from it. It's a massive topic and one I will revisit as it's hard to cover even part of it in just one episode.

Join business psychologist consultant Annabelle, & Daniel, (Dannabelle for short?) for part two of a quick fire round of questions and answers on some topics including nurturing new habits, regrets, body confidence, and navigating your positive and negative attributes. Grab a cup of something lovely, and join us...

Join myself and business psychologist consultant Annabelle, for a quick fire round of questions and answers on a variety of topics including breakups, tips for developing new habits, chat about music and movies, regrets, overthinking, friendships, and many other side tangents and rabbit holes. Grab a warm drink and get comfy with us as we go down the rabbit hole...

Hey you! Stop projecting the outcome of everything! Checking in and rambling as normal. If you're after a together and planned and polished episode, this maybe not the one for you :) Join me none the less won't you... xx

Living Alone - Tips For. Join me for a warm beverage, and let's get cozy.

Toxic People & Being Around The Right People. Grab a warm beverage and relax in the cafe....

Jack obtains a Royalty Card and leaves yet another voicemail...

Self Doubt & The Negative Voices, and a general ramble about the podcast, and where I am at with doing it. More of a general chat than a proper focussed episode.

Perspective & Getting Yourself Unstuck. With of course some side tangents of planets, UFOs, a warm tea, and other ramblings

Are you taking time for yourself? A chat about this, and also a reminder to try and see life for what it is, and not think the world's always out to get you. Oh and of course, a herbal tea is optional. Relax, get a warm cup of something lovely, and come relax in the cafe.

Jacks Breakdown Voicemail

Being An Introvert - A chat and chill with my good friend Andy about his experiences and challenges being an introvert, often in an extrovert world. Go put your kettle on, make a warm drink, and come join us in The Imposter Syndrome Cafe.

Addiction - A deeper dive. knocking down your personal boundaries, and lying to yourself. My experience with alcohol.

People Pleasing & Standing Up For Yourself - Some thoughts on both.

Jacks Money Tips Voicemail

Jason's Dating Voicemail

Addiction & My Experience with alcohol

Jacks New Years Eve Date - Voicemail

January Blues? Just checking that you're doing ok....

ADHD - An interview with my friend Annabelle (A Business Psychologist) about living life with ADHD, including tips for navigating through its many challenges.

Not really an episode, but a hello nonetheless. Have a good day wherever and whenever you are.

Depression & Low Mood - Some thoughts and experiences.