Health and Wellbeing Resources | The Bar Raiser Mindset

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Health

The Seductive Ghost: A Call for a More Conscious Conversation About Alcohol

It's a ritual as old as time, but is it serving you? Phil Jessé's philosophical guide explores our complex relationship with alcohol, challenging us to move beyond autopilot and make more conscious choices.

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Mindset

The ‘What, When & How Much’ Theory: Your Mindset for Sustainable Health

The battle for health isn't about the perfect diet; it's about mindset. Phil Jessé's ‘What, When & How Much’ theory is a simple framework for present-moment awareness that helps you cut through the noise, make conscious choices, and build a sustainable lifestyle.

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Mindset

The Power in Your Hands: Finding Stillness with the Ancient Art of Jin Shin Jyutsu

Feeling stressed? Discover Jin Shin Jyutsu, a simple Japanese art of self-healing. This guide explores the history, science, and practical ways to use gentle touch on your hands to release worry, calm anxiety, and find peace. Reconnect with your innate ability to heal.

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Breathwork

The Double Five (5-5) Breath: Your Pocket Tool for Instant Calm and Sharpened Focus

Feeling stressed or anxious? Discover Phil Jessé's practical guide to the Double Five (5-5) breathing technique. This simple exercise can help you find instant calm, reduce anxiety, and sharpen your focus. Includes a guided video meditation.

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Mindset

Your Mind, Your Sanctuary: Creating Inner Calm with Visualisation

Overwhelmed by modern life? Discover the power of visualisation to create a mental safe space for calm and resilience. Learn actionable mind power techniques from mindset coach Phil Jessé to manage stress and anxiety naturally, drawing on science and real-world experience.

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Mindset

The Bar Raiser's Toolkit for Stress Resilience: Strategies for Calm and Strength

Feeling overwhelmed? Discover Phil Jessé's Bar Raiser toolkit for stress resilience. Learn practical strategies using exercise, mindfulness, breathwork, kindness, and energy management to find calm, build strength, and navigate modern life with purpose.

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Mindset

Beyond 'Just Do It': Understanding and Overcoming Procrastination

Procrastination isn't just laziness; it's often emotional avoidance. Discover why we delay tasks and learn practical, mindset-focused strategies beyond obvious tips to overcome procrastination and take action.

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Mindset

The Unseen Reps: Why True Mastery Takes Time (Especially in Fitness)

In a world of instant results, fitness mastery feels elusive. Phil Jessé challenges the quick-fix mindset, sharing insights from 500k+ pull-ups on why complex goals take time, patience, and embracing the valuable learning process. Discover the power of the journey.

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Mindset

The Social Hangover: Understanding and Overcoming Social Exhaustion

Social interactions can be exhausting. This article explores the 'social hangover' – its symptoms, causes, and how to manage it. Learn self-care strategies and find support.

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Mindset

The Timeless Power of Rest: Unlocking the True Benefits of Sleep

Sleep is fundamental to our health and happiness. Explore the science behind restorative sleep and practical strategies for achieving it.

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Mindset

The Ripple Effect: How Random Acts of Kindness Transform You and Others

Release the power of kindness! Learn how simple acts can transform your energy, uplift others, and create a ripple effect of positivity in your life and community.

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Mindset

Brain-Boosting Beats: Binaural Beats and Bilateral Stimulation Music

Phil Jessé explores the transformative effects of binaural beats and bilateral stimulation music. Dive into the science-backed benefits, explore practical tips, and discover how these sonic tools can enhance your focus, creativity, and overall wellbeing.

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