I don’t know about you but I am fascinated by those survival shows, like Alone USA, where people get dropped into the Alaskan wilderness to fend for themselves. Watching them endure isolation, freezing temperatures, and the constant threat of bears, I start to think, “Hey, maybe I’ve got what it takes to survive out there too!”. Some might call that a toxic trait.
Then reality hits when I find myself squealing after stepping into a puddle with my socks on. Suddenly, the idea of being a wilderness warrior feels a bit out of reach. It’s a stark reminder that I could use a bit more mental toughness in my life.
This week on The Mind Full Podcast, I’m thrilled to welcome two experts in resilience and mental toughness: Ray Goggins, a former Army Ranger, Tier 1 special operations unit leader, and star of Ultimate Hell Week, and Dr. John Perry, a psychologist whose research has helped top athletes and business leaders achieve their best by building mental toughness.
Together, they offer unique insights on staying calm, focused, and positive, even when life throws its worst at you.
The Mind Full Podcast is the latest offering in Dermot Whelan’s highly successful Mind Full adventure. The Mind Full Podcast is a home for people whose minds are…well, full! Dermot explores the topics that can help us to calm a frantic mind, understand our behaviour and explore our own potential.
With a new topic of focus each week in discussion with an exciting array of guests ranging from Hollywood stars, musicians and broadcasters to expert technical contributors from the world of science, listeners will get the best information to help them make positive changes in their lives and create that mental space to live their days with more joy.
As a certified meditation teacher, Dermot also presents his own expertise through weekly guided meditations and answering callers’ questions.
It’s serious transformation, without being too serious!
Visit www.dermotwhelan.com for more information.
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This week is all about mental toughness – without having to jump out of a helicopter or survive in the jungle! Ray Goggins is a Former Army Ranger & Tier 1 Special Operations unit leader. Ray is as tough as they come and is also known from hit TV show Ultimate Hell Week on RTÉ where he has regularly made regular Joe Soaps and some celebs regret ever going on the show. He is author of the best-selling and fascinating book Ranger 22 – Lessons from the Front. From the hills of south Lebanon to the monsoon jungles of Southern Asia, Ray has operated in a life-and-death world. In Liberia, Afghanistan and the snow-covered Balkans, Ray has seen conflict zones, terrorist attacks and hostage rescues, and has learned the greatest life lessons: how to control fear, how to react calmly and positively, and what mental toughness is really all about.
I also want to introduce you to a man who has dedicated his career to understanding what makes people mentally tough, what mental toughness actually is, the common misconceptions and if it’s something we’re born with or something we learn through living. Dr. John Perry is co-author of the fascinating book Developing Mental Toughness and found his way from the UK to the University of Limerick where he conducts world-leading research on the topic. As a sports and high-performance psychologist he works with elite athletes, educators and business people to help them uncover the secrets of achieving true success without getting in their own way.
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And don’t forget!
Dermot Whelan Live – The Busy and Wrecked Tour is coming to a theatre near you from Jan 2nd 2025.
Tickets are on sale now so check out dermotwhelan.com for all the details and I can’t wait to get back out on the road and meet you all. The show will be a mix of comedy, craic, meditation and inspiration and hopefully an evening where you can relax and have a laugh and pick up some useful and fun tools too. If you’ve been feeling wound up, worn down, snowed under or bowled over this is the show for you so grab your stressed-out besties and your bedraggled partners, and join me as I travel all over Ireland and beyond and we’ll un-wreck our heads and destress our lives together. Incidentally, I love to see teenagers at my shows too – you just gotta be over 14.
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Meet Ray Goggins Ex-Special Forces and Ultimate Hell Week Star
Ray Goggins knows what it takes to survive under extreme conditions. As a former Army Ranger and special operations leader, Ray has faced some of the toughest environments in the world, from Lebanon’s hills to the jungles of Southern Asia. If you’ve caught Ultimate Hell Week on RTE, you’ve seen him put everyday people through their paces, pushing them to their limits and beyond.
In this episode, Ray shares stories from his book Ranger 22 – Lessons from the Front, offering insights into what mental toughness really means. Spoiler: it’s not just about being fearless; it’s about facing fears with focus and a positive mindset.
Dr. John Perry, Understanding the Psychology Behind Mental Toughness
Also joining me is Dr. John Perry, a psychologist who’s made it his life’s work to study mental toughness. Dr. Perry is based at the University of Limerick, where he researches what it means to be mentally resilient. As co-author of Developing Mental Toughness, Dr. Perry works with elite athletes, business leaders, and educators, helping them understand and build resilience in high-stress situations.
Dr. Perry breaks down some common misconceptions about mental toughness and explains that it’s not something we’re simply born with. Instead, it’s a skill we develop over time, often through life’s challenges.
Key Takeaways: Building Mental Toughness in Everyday Life
In this episode, Ray and Dr. Perry offer practical tips on how we can all build mental resilience, even if our biggest challenge is getting through a stressful week. Here are some key takeaways from our conversation:
- Embrace Discomfort: Whether it’s a new challenge or a tough conversation, pushing through discomfort is key to building resilience.
- Stay Positive: Mental toughness isn’t about never feeling stress or negativity; it’s about moving forward regardless.
- Set Goals: By setting realistic, achievable goals, we create a sense of purpose and direction—even in challenging situations.
- Laugh at Yourself: Both Ray and Dr. Perry talk about the importance of keeping a sense of humour, even in difficult situations.
Catch the Episode Now!
If you’re ready to learn more about mental resilience, tune into this latest episode of The Mind Full Podcast. Whether you’re tackling a big life goal or just looking to build a bit of everyday resilience, there’s something in this episode for everyone. Listen in and start building your mental toughness with insights from two of the best!
The Mind Full Podcast is the latest offering in Dermot Whelan’s highly successful Mind Full adventure. The Mind Full Podcast is a home for people whose minds are…well, full! Dermot explores the topics that can help us to calm a frantic mind, understand our behaviour and explore our own potential.
With a new topic of focus each week in discussion with an exciting array of guests ranging from Hollywood stars, musicians and broadcasters to expert technical contributors from the world of science, listeners will get the best information to help them make positive changes in their lives and create that mental space to live their days with more joy.
As a certified meditation teacher, Dermot also presents his own expertise through weekly guided meditations and answering callers’ questions.
It’s serious transformation, without being too serious!
Visit www.dermotwhelan.com for more information.
The Mind Full Podcast is proudly sponsored by WHOOP, the world’s most advanced fitness and health wearable. For one month’s free subscription on us just use this link! http://join.whoop.com/mindfull
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Welcome to a very special pop-up episode of the Mind Full Podcast with special guest and music sensation Tom Grennan!
Tom is a phenomenal singer songwriter from the UK with proud Irish roots – and he has a brand new single out right now which he is dying to tell you all about.
His breakthrough UK #1 and BRIT-certified GOLD album ‘Evering Road’ included platinum-selling anthems ‘Little Bit Of Love’ and ‘By Your Side’ — both of which scored in the Top Three most played songs of 2021. Tom already counts four UK Top 10 singles to his name. And a hat-trick of his 2022 songs, ‘Remind Me’, ‘Not Over Yet’ with KSI and ‘Lionheart (Fearless)’ with Joel Corry, were all named in The Biggest Songs of 2022 by The Official Big Top 40.
After the incredible success of his 2023 album ‘What Ifs and Maybes’, he is back with a brand new single, ‘Shadowboxing’, out right now, a brand new album “Everywhere I went Led Me to Where I didn’t Want to Be” due for release next August and he has just announced his biggest ever UK and Ireland Arena Tour Grennan 25 which includes a Dublin date at the 3 Arena on Sep 13th.
In this fascinating conversation, Tom speaks about his creative process, self-care and much, much more.
Season Three of The Mind Full Podcast kicks off on Monday 24th March so make sure you’re subscribed to be notified of every episode. In the meantime, if you’re new to the series, why not take the time to go back and catch up and the wonderful interviews that you may have missed!
And don’t forget!
Dermot Whelan Live – The Busy and Wrecked Tour is currently on the road for another few weeks.
Tickets are on sale now so check out dermotwhelan.com for all the details. The show will be a mix of comedy, craic, meditation and inspiration and hopefully an evening where you can relax and have a laugh and pick up some useful and fun tools too. If you’ve been feeling wound up, worn down, snowed under or bowled over this is the show for you so grab your stressed-out besties and your bedraggled partners, and join me as I travel all over Ireland and beyond and we’ll un-wreck our heads and destress our lives together. Incidentally, I love to see teenagers at my shows too – you just gotta be over 14.
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