Category Archives: Musings

Gifts for the Impossible Man UK [2022]


if you want to buy something for the proverbial (and commonly searched for on Google) Impossible man, then look no further JetBoil Camping Stove if the man in question likes the outdoors or camping in anyway, or just likes cooking … Continue reading

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Wellbeing and Business Podcast Episode 2


Second episode of this amazing podcast. Stress – stress is the inability to activate the parasympathetic nervous system and doesn’t necessarily relate to a mental feeling of stress. Stress of sorts can be caused by shallow breathing, poor posture or … Continue reading

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Modified Buddhism – Buddhism for Modern Society


Modified Buddhism in a nutshell Embrace Buddhism around close friends & family i.e. laugh at yourself, turn the other cheek, be generous, don’t be defensive etc Be nice to animals Take zero shit from people you don’t know well or … Continue reading

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New Philosophy on Life


Combing the Teachings of Aristotle & Rocky Sorry – my posts are very short at the moment as I’m working from home and juggling looking after the kids – one who’s just started walking Decide on Your Virtues Every tribe … Continue reading

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Anxiety is Fuel*


“We experience moments absolutely free from worry. These brief respites are called panic.” Cullen Hightower Don’t fight anxiety – use it. Equally, don’t fight resentment – use it as fuel. Exercise is my way of coping with anxiety. I feel … Continue reading

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Forget Mental Health Awareness – Just Stop Being a C*nt


Summary Be patient with people – depression causes memory problems, as do SSRIs (anti-depressants) Don’t be aggressive – especially in an environment like an office. It’s cowardly. Develop self awareness and don’t project when you feel down or stressed Don’t … Continue reading

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Guide to UK Trees


Nothing to do with MMA – sorry – however, I thought this would be very useful for educating the kids whilst going on one of our very common walks in the woods and countryside. It’s also interesting for me to … Continue reading

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5 Reasons Why Wrexham is a Good Place to Live (or Work)


Completely off topic, more of a personal blog post.. Ryan Reynolds and Rob Macalvoy just bought Wrexham FC! Wrexham is Beautiful – Really! A lot of people complain about Wrexham, but we’ve got a lot to be grateful for. If … Continue reading

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Best Carl Jung Quotes


Carl Jung was an early advocate of analytical psychology and like Freud is well known for his work relating to theories of personality & the human subconscious. Whilst Freud’s work, was still rooted in 19th century theories regarding suppressed desires, … Continue reading

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Intrinsic Goals vs Extrinsic Goals – How they can hinder success & happiness


Goals have been associated with sports psychology and general high-achievers for several decades. They’re also inherently tied to personal development and Positive psychology. The type of goal you set is in many ways, as important as the outcome. Coaches and … Continue reading

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