Today I want to talk about something that I'm trying to take more seriously in my life. I realised recently after a coaching call with my friend that my sleep schedule is having a huge impact on every aspect of my life. It's pretty much a snowball effect. You know how the cycle goes: - go to bed late - wake up late - too tired to hit the gym - productivity suffers - have a nap - another late night because you're not tired It's relentless. That's' why I'm on a mission to change my sleep...

91 days ago I took my first steps on what I thought would be a life-changing journey. So, why I wasn't I excited? I still remember the feeling I had the day I was due to leave, it wasn't happiness, elation, excitement or whatever else you'd expect. It was just nothing. No emotion whatsoever. That pretty much sums up the kind of person I was before I left for Thailand. So has 3 months of travelling made a difference? Hell yes. Although, not in the ways I expected. There were a lot of ups...

If you've been paying attention the rest of the podcast episodes, you'll have noticed me talking about discipline at every opportunity I get. It really is one of the most important skills you can develop if you're serious about making real change in your life. It has an effect on every single thing you do. In this episode, I go over why it's so important and talk about some of the things you can do start building discipline. If you put in the time, it's the closest thing you can get to a...

Personally, I've noticed a huge shift in my productivity when I spend 15 minutes a day - 10 at night and 5 in the morning - planning what I'm going to get done. Not only does it help you visualize the tasks you need to complete that day, it also stops you struggling to decide what to do next. When you have a specific roadmap to follow it makes it much easier to stay focused and productive for much longer. In this episode of the Life Unlocked podcast, I go through the fundamental points of...

One of the biggest problems we hear at Game Quitters is from people struggling to make friends after they quit gaming. It's easy to understand why. Not only is your entire friendship group exclusively online, but you've also never really developed the confidence or knowledge to make new friends. As a result, I recorded this episode to try and offer some guidance about what you can do in this situation. It's not easy, and it definitely takes a lot longer than you think to build a strong...

What's the first thing you do when you wake up in the morning? You probably don't think you have a morning routine, but the reality is that everyone does. Even if you hit snooze 5 times then spend 30 minutes on your phone, that's still a morning routine. Creating an effective morning routine that works for you is crucial in building powerful habits and transforming your day both in terms of productivity and focus. Learn everything you need to know about morning routines in this episode of...

Make sure to read the blog post here to get 5x the information on developing a growth mindset and really start making progress towards becoming a better you! What's the difference between a fixed and a growth mindset? A fixed mindset tells you that where you are is where you are, and there's nothing you can do about it. A growth mindset says that you can change, learn, adapt, and ultimately grow through your actions alone. If you aren't feeling happy, you can research how to be happier....

Over the last few years, the law of attraction has started gaining more traction. Starting with The Secret back in 2006 to progressing into a global movement. The power to see what you want and manifest it in your life sounds like something out of a Marvel comic... Now, millions of people around the world are claiming LoA changed their life and you can find endless law of attraction stories online. But, is there some truth to it? Well, surprisingly... Yes. There is. Maybe not in the way...

If you've spent any amount of time in the self-improvement space on the internet, you've probably heard people mention that you should get a mentor. You're told that you can't become a better person without one, and you need one to achieve your goals. Now, it sounds great on paper. Having someone guide you through the pitfalls in your life, and knowing how to get you to where you want to be. What we'll be discussing: what is a mentor should you get a mentor why the internet is your...

"Busy work is where you trick yourself into thinking you're being productive. But, in reality, you're accomplishing meaningless tasks that aren't getting you any closer to completing your goals. Compare that to deep work. Deep work consists of focused, intentional sessions of work on high-impact tasks." Check out the accompanying blog post here: https://gamequitters.com/busy-work-productivity Imagine how different your life would be if you completed the entirety of your daily goals in...

The world of work is shifting. The traditional route of obtaining an expensive college degree, getting a job, and working your way up the corporate ladder is becoming outdated. More people are choosing to focus on becoming highly specialised in a particular set of skills, selling their services at a premium, and living life on their terms. This life isn't for everyone, but I wanted to make this episode for the people that have considered changing direction. Perhaps you've always wanted to...

So many of us struggle through life feeling lost. We might not feel like we belong, or we're lacking a sense of identity. A lot of that has to do with a misalignment between your actions and your ideal self. "Do you actually want to change who you are or are you just in love with the idea of being someone different." If you don't align your vision with the decisions you make every day, you're always going to struggle. It's definitely a must-watch episode. Thanks for listening! Music by...

TL;DW: Try spending the first 3-6 months without video games first of all. Make some friends, force yourself to get uncomfortable, pick up some hobbies, and gain a better sense of independence. College and university are a huge step up from school, and a lot of people can't cope with the stress and the pressure.  The only way for you to get over that is to face it head on and tough it out. Which isn't something you're going to be able to do if you fall back to video games every time...

Being creative isn't easy, no matter what anyone tells you. Burnout is a very real thing, and what do you do if you sit down to work but nothing seems to happen? In this episode of the LU podcast, James and Matus discuss their personal experiences with a variety of creative endeavours. Whether it's writing a book or designing websites, they cover a lot of stuff. Going over topics like flow states, perfectionism, and how to break writer's block, you're sure to find something...

 A lot of people look back on their university or college experience and say they were the best years of their life. Well, James dropped out and Matus went on to do a Masters and start a successful career in software developer. Do we still think the same thing? Spoilers, yuuuuuup! In this episode of Life Unlocked, we provide you with the information you need to make your time at university the best it can possibly be. Whether you struggle with studying, focus, social life or money - we've...

I don't know about you but over the last few years I've found myself increasingly unable to focus on whatever it is I'm doing.  Whether it's my work, my meals, or my conversations. My attention span has dropped dramatically.  Well, in this episode of Life Unlocked we're going to talk to you about how you can remain focused in a world that commands our undivided attention at every second.  We'll talk digital minimalism, detoxing, deep work, and meditation.   Music by Moscillate from Fugue.