How to Think Like a Roman Emperor

By Donald Roberston

This book flection is written and narrated by Leigh Martinuzzi 

Donald Robertson has done a remarkable job assembling this book of stoic wisdom and principles by sharing the journey and life of one great historic leader Marcus Aurelius. Captivating and educational! A brilliant introduction to the life of Marcus Aurelius – Roman Emperor and Stoic philosopher, and an outstanding combination of modern psychology and stoic philosophy.   (more…)

How to Utilize Psychology for Motivation and Focus, As Confirmed by Scientists

Written by Alex Slater (Guest Blogger) narrated by Leigh Martinuzzi 

Working smarter, not harder, is a common saying, but do you actually know how to achieve this? Psychology could be the answer. If you can perform a few easy tricks, as tested and declared by scientists, then you’ll find it much easier to do whatever you do best. Want to improve in your career, or focus on a hobby which you love? There is no better way than using psychology tips to increase your motivation and centre your focus, so that you can concentrate on what you want to do, minimizing distractions and increasing the work which you output at the end of the day.

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Indistractable with Nir Eyal

Nir Eyal is the author of the international bestselling book, Hooked. A book that highlights how successful companies create products that people can’t put down. As a lecturer and behavioural designer and having spent a decade researching the psychology behind habit-formation he understands not only how we become hooked but also how we can unhook ourselves. His next book, Indistractable is a guide to combat our addiction to technology and regain our attention so we can once again choose our life. Choosing traction over distraction. This is an enjoyable conversation with Nir Eyal, I hope you enjoy. (more…)

6 Ways to Invest in Yourself

Written by Laura Gayle, Business Woman Guide

Podcast narrated by Leigh Martinuzzi 

In nearly every situation, the likelihood of success is much greater when you adopt healthy habits and make a commitment to invest time and money into endeavours that will prove valuable for your future self. Most successful people find that throughout their careers, it is essential to focus on things they can do today that will help them perform better in the future. Investing in yourself is probably the most profitable investment you will ever make.

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PSTV – The Netflix of Positive Content

PSTV was created to give people a platform, where they can stay informed on the world without the constant negative media. After receiving a positive text from his mum, Karl, the founder of PSTV, had a moment of clarity that started this movement. A simple text message that shared a positive quote.

How little positive news are we exposed to during our days? More importantly, How much negative media are we exposed to? According to their research over 90% of media consumed is negative. With so much focus on health and nutrition what about the nutrition of the mind? (more…)

Motivational Mash-up #9

With Leigh Martinuzzi

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Motivational Interviewing

My interview with Dr Stan Steindl, discussing Motivational interviewing. Not sure what that entails, me neither however after chatting with Stan I am much clear on what it all means. Stan outlines a simple process that is clear to understand and not only beneficial in helping others with behavioural change but perhaps also ourselves. I thoroughly enjoyed the insights, perspectives and techniques that were shared. (more…)

The Hidden Why Podcast

Written and narrated by Leigh Martinuzzi 

Please enjoy my podcast review this month of The Hidden Why Podcast. Kind of strange to be reviewing my own podcast however I thought I might share some insight into why and how it began the journey here and where to next. I outline the purpose and what I hope to achieve and even discuss how I came up with the name and design. I hope you enjoy.  (more…)

Motivational Mash-up #8

With Leigh Martinuzzi

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Never Enough

In this episode, I chat with Judy Grisel about her experience and work on addiction. It’s a remarkable discussion in which Judy reveals the unfortunate bottom line of all regular drug use: there is no such thing as a free lunch. All drugs act on the brain in a way that diminishes their enjoyable effects and creates unpleasant ones with repeated use. Yet they have their appeal, and Grisel draws on anecdotes both comic and tragic from her own days of using. (more…)