The Power Up #4: Pause, breathe and turn up the volume

“Why are am I here?” 
“Why do I feel so demotivated, unfulfilled, bored, directionless?” 
“Why does my life feel like it’s on autopilot, taking me to places I’d rather not be?” 

We’ve all had periods where we’ve felt like this. 

That nagging feeling of lack inside that prompts us to fill the void with ultimately unfulfilling activities like overworking, drinking, drugs or binge watching TV series that you don’t even enjoy that much.

If any of this sounds familiar, if you find yourself feeling a little flat right now, then this article might help you take a step back and discover some surprisingly simple actions you can take today that will help you rediscover your mojo and begin to love life again.

For this week’s dose of science, I found this fascinating piece analysing the link between Music, Emotion, and Well-Being. 

It’s probably not a surprise that music has been scientifically proven to lift our mood and give us pleasure.  

But did you know that, from grime to jazz, classical to techno, beats, melodies and killer basslines can compel us to take certain actions, induce emotions, influence consumer behaviour and even alter our perception of time?

Overworked, sleep-deprived, stressed out?

Before you consider extreme measures like looking for a new job, or shelling out on a holiday, consider the fact that you already have the means to lower your blood pressure, promote feelings of calm and relaxation, and relieve stress – without leaving your chair or spending a cent.

Sometimes the most effective solutions are right under our nose – or in this case, through our nose! And it’s not an exaggeration to say that these six simple controlled breathing exercises could have a massively positive impact on your life. 

In episode #2 of the Man Body Spirit podcast I asked Cooper Thompson, ‘Who are we as men?’

In a wide ranging conversation we challenge established notions of masculinity, including vulnerability, love and the power of admitting, “I don’t know,” rather than having an answer, or trying to “fix” everything.

We discuss how to identify the values you’re willing to stand behind, male consciousness groups, and other ways that men can support each other in modern life.

Give it a listen now on Spotify or Apple Podcasts https://bit.ly/32qVwaA