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Win the MiddleSpring CleanWe close season two reflecting on the need for a spring clean in body, life, and podcast!
@winthemiddle2024-09-0829 minWin the MiddleWorld ChampionshipsLive from Townsville while the emotions were still raw, this episode covers how we went about turning a dream into reality, the world championships race experience, and dealing with the post race blues.
@winthemiddle2024-08-2849 minWin the MiddleOn The WagonA friend of the show inspires us with his 200 day challenge that has seen him lose almost 25kgs in the lead up to his 40th birthday. A great episode for putting 'win the middle' insights into practice.
@winthemiddle2024-08-1854 minWin the MiddleThe Winter BluesIn the middle of one of the coldest and wettest winters in recent memory the boys return to their vision boards in search of their seasonal mojo.
@winthemiddle2024-08-0456 minWin the MiddleProverbs and ProbabilitiesCall them proverbs, or call them probabilities, if you could pass on ten thoughts to the world what would they be?
@winthemiddle 2024-07-2144 minWin the MiddleHalf TimeThe life expectancy of an Australian male is 81.2 years (source: ABS). As Greg celebrates a milestone birthday (40) we call “half time” and reflect on all things identity, meaning, and purpose.
Using the “look back, look forward, look in, look long” review framework the boys gather clues from the first half of life before contemplating part 2 and the road to legacy.
@winthemiddle 2024-07-151h 04Win the MiddleMentor Series: Peter EveringhamWe can all benefit from someone who is a little down the road from ourselves. Someone whose opinions and advice we respect. Someone who can look over our position objectively and provide wise counsel through the depth of their experience and expertise.
Peter Everingham is a non-executive director to some of Australia’s largest and most respected companies. He’s a former CEO with both domestic and international experience spanning strategy, M&A, sales & marketing, finance, culture, and leadership. He’s also a husband, dad, and enthusiastic ocean swimmer.
We couldn’t be more chuffed that Pet...2024-07-0752 minWin the MiddleThe Reindeer & The RacoonThe episode formerly known as Spiritual Health, explores having a sense of purpose and meaning in life and connecting with oneself, others, nature and God (or superior existence). The boys explore why this is important to them, what it looks like for them and invite listeners into an unhurried contemplation of their reason for being.
@winthemiddle 2024-06-3037 minWin the MiddleFinancial TherapyThe sequel to the episode on financial health sees Jeff and Greg reaching for the big guns, enlisting the wisdom of friend and professional financial advisor James Bonamy to take them deeper into the world of wealth creation.
Find out the what, why, when, who, and how of financial advice while you sit back and absorb the strategies, tips, and tricks of someone who does this for a living.
Referenced during the episode:
https://moneysmart.gov.au/financial-advice/financial-advisers-register
...2024-06-2356 minWin the MiddleFinancial HealthTalking about one’s financial position is something of a taboo topic in Australian culture. And yet it has never been more important to discuss it, particularly with rapidly increasing cost of living pressures and the knock on effect that financial realities have on mental and emotional health.
Hear about the process that Greg followed to regain agency over his financial affairs and Mr Bank’s Top 5 (somewhat surprising) ideas about long term financial health.
@winthemiddle 2024-06-1759 minWin the MiddleThe Power of RoutineJames Clear, author of Atomic Habits, says that “You do not rise to the level of your goals, you fall to the level of your systems and habits”. In S2E8, Jeff and Greg share how systems, habits and routines help them get stuff done. Morning routines, night before routines, how to create routines, why routines are good, and when they go bad. The boys talk about it all.
@winthemiddle 2024-06-0940 minWin the MiddleThe Life ResumeWhat would it look like if we built our life resume with the same intentionality as our work resume? In this episode, Jeff and Greg look at the next 40 years through the following 'life resume' framework:
1. Misogi - A year defining event
2. The Kevin Rule - A memorable event every other month
3. A new high performing habit every quarter
That's 40 year defining events, 240 memorable experiences and 160 high performing habits stacked over 40 years.
@winthemiddle2024-06-0355 minWin the MiddleBeing A Good MateGood mates are mission critical when it comes to winning the middle. In this episode Jeff and Greg reflect on the qualities of a good mate, the different roles that different mates play in our lives, and how to take mateship to a deeper level.
@winthemiddle 2024-05-2756 minWin the MiddleHealthy MasculinityAfter last week's episode, the boys have spent considerable time reflecting on what it means to be a (good) man. We're becoming increasingly aware of what toxic masculinity looks and feels like. This conversation explores healthy masculinity, and more specifically, what it looks and feels like with our skin on.2024-05-1945 minWin the MiddleViolence Against WomenThis week Jeff and Greg interview Penny Attwells, Senior Domestic Family Violence Practitioner, Board Director and Practice Coach for the Department of Communities and Justice Caseworker Development Program. The conversation explores topics like coercive control and consent, while aiming to better understand our attitudes, culture and legal system as it relates to violence against women.2024-05-1259 minWin the MiddleWinning WellRisk being seen for the good, the bad and the ugly. Off the back of making the Australian Age Group triathlon team, Jeff & Greg explore the emotions, the insecurities, the process and the importance of celebrating the wins.
@winthemiddle 2024-05-0553 minWin the MiddleStrengthIn this episode Greg and Jeff dive deep into the physical dimension of health and in particular, the sub-dimension that is strength. Using the metaphor of a car, Greg and Jeff riff on the idea that strength focusses on development of “the chassis” or the muscles, bones, ligaments and tendons which support our function and the overall quality of our life. Whereas cardio focusses on development of “the engine” or the heart and lungs which helps with longevity and the quantity of our life.
As self proclaimed “enthusiasts not experts” Greg and Jeff give their why, w...2024-04-281h 00Win the MiddleQuitting Is for WinnersS2E1 starts in surprising fashion with Jeff and Greg reflecting on recent decisions to quit big things and a quote that suggests quitting is for winners. If that's true, when is the right time to quit and why? How do you navigate such a decision? And if it’s not time to quit, is it time to bounce, sustain or pivot?
Seasons 2 is here 🚀 @winthemiddle2024-04-2137 minWin the MiddleSpring Into SummerWith 8.5% of the year to go, the boys reflect on how they can 'swim to the wall' and make the final month of the year count. The big theme this week is fun; and its ingredients - playfulness, connection and flow. There may even be some Christmas Day hacks to help you get ready for the holidays.
@winthemiddle2023-12-0345 minWin the MiddleLosing the MiddleWe don't always feel like we're winning do we? What does losing the middle feel like? Is it possible to lose well? This week the boys have a raw, vulnerable, honest and humble conversation as they try to make sense of loss.
@winthemiddle2023-11-2648 minWin the MiddleBeing DadJoin the boys on a heartfelt journey through the uncharted waters of being a Dad. At different stages of their 'dad journeys', Jeff and Greg explore the less talked about aspects of how men cope with the transition to parenthood and they don't shy away from the hard truths and challenges the season brings. They also discuss what gold standard 'dadding' looks like, the best advice they’ve received, and how they look after themselves. It's a must-listen for any Dad striving to navigate the complex but rewarding journey of parenting.
@winthemiddle 2023-11-1949 minWin the MiddleThe Wonder YearsIf the inevitable “What do I do with the rest of my life?” question has you perplexed, you may benefit from revisiting who you were as a child and what you loved to do. This week the boys open up those dusty storage boxes filled with their childhood keepsakes in order to find clues for tomorrow. What unfolds is a conversation about finding purpose in your DNA.
@winthemiddle2023-11-1252 minWin the MiddleThe ConfessionThis week Jeff makes a confession that leads to a discussion about compulsion and addiction. But what does bringing this behaviour out of the dark and into the light achieve? How does it make Jeff feel? How does it make Greg feel about Jeff? What do they learn about themselves and how does Jeff intend to move forward?
@winthemiddle2023-11-0532 minWin the MiddleTruth with Trevor HendyLetting go and finding flow with 6 x Australian Ironman Surf Lifesaving Champion - Trevor Hendy. The boys join one of their heroes for an authentic, vulnerable and truly inspiring conversation about what it takes to win the middle. 2023-10-2956 minWin the MiddleOn the Other Side of HardDiving deep into the realms of courage and resilience, the boys explore the profound question: Why do we search for ‘hard’? And more importantly, how do we traverse through it to unveil what awaits us on the other side?
@winthemiddle2023-10-2243 minWin the MiddleFinding MarginTo complement last week’s episode on productivity we felt a paired episode on margin was important. In sport we would say that “stress + rest = growth”. You need both stress and rest in order to grow. No stress, no growth. No rest, no growth. So what happens when we're all productivity and no margin? How might we course correct?
@winthemiddle 2023-10-1552 minWin the MiddleGetting Things DoneIn episode 10, Jeff & Greg move from the relational wake to the task wake, sharing various productivity tools, tips, and tricks that they use to get stuff done. They close the episode by centring back on their leadership statements that combine purpose with impact.
@winthemiddle2023-10-081h 05Win the MiddleBe Kind to YourselfA series of events this week sent Jeff’s inner critic into overdrive. Greg’s advice: “Make sure you’re extending kindness and gratitude to yourself too… not just others.” Join the boys as they unravel both fresh and familiar concepts: the CBT triangle (discussed in episode 5), harnessing the power of alter egos in self-talk, navigating the murky waters of imposter syndrome, understanding the support-demand continuum and distinguishing between self-compassion and self-care.
@winthemiddle2023-09-3049 minWin the MiddleMidlife MythsIs it all downhill from here or can we be anyone or anything we want? This week the boys discuss their own wrestle with two prevalent midlife myths: that midlife is the onset of decline or a season of magical transformation. They explore how to shift from deficiency motivations to growth motivations. They also unpack the Ikigai model of connecting dreams to potential and the power of not being in a hurry.
@winthemiddle2023-09-2347 minWin the MiddleWho Is Your Hero?The boys discuss their childhood hero’s before bringing it a little closer to home with a couple of hard hitting questions:
What if your hero was you in 10 years time?
How could you act today in order to become that person?
@winthemiddle2023-09-1741 minWin the MiddleSeasonal ShiftBy syncing up with the natural rhythms of a year, could we foster better planning and progress? In this episode the boys discuss how they align seasonal goals with seasonal energy. Plus details on a @winthemiddle trucker hat giveway.2023-09-1033 minWin the MiddleFIGJAMWhat’s that story in your head? Who or what put it there? And how is it making you feel? More importantly, how can you short circuit those thoughts and feeling in order to move towards your goals?
The boys move a step beyond the feelings wheel in this episode using the CBT triangle to unpack an event that caused Greg to question if he was giving off FIGJAM vibes! Find out how he short circuited those thoughts by leaping straight over feelings and running a small behavioural experiment that yielded dramatically different results. ...2023-09-0336 minWin the MiddleStruggle to JuggleHow do we move from surviving to thriving? The premise of this episode is that the key to 'not struggling' is learning how to juggle. Join Jeff and Greg as they dive deep into the challenge of 'being vs. doing' and the nuances of transitioning from work-life balance to work-life integration. There's a lot in this episode! Feedback is gold; if something resonates, drop us a line! @winthemiddle2023-08-261h 07Win the MiddleThe ShredFind out why Jeff and Greg are on the shred, what they’re learning about the process, and more importantly what they’re learning about themselves.
In episode 3, Jeff and Greg cover how losing weight is helping them win the middle. What results outside of weight loss have they seen to date? How does it relate to them living in line with their values? What mistakes have they made? And where do bro-scientists* go for proper dietary & nutritional advice?
*warning: we are not nutritionists or dieticians.2023-08-2050 minWin the MiddleThe Feelings WheelDive deep into the realm of emotions with the help of Dr. Gloria Willcox's 'Feelings Wheel,' an ingenious tool designed to cultivate emotional literacy. The goal? To help us pinpoint and express how we truly feel, building a richer emotional vocabulary that leads to healthier communication and connections.
As Jeff and Greg journey with this tool, they've realised that emotional awareness can reshape relationships, enhance decision-making, and pave the way to healthier habits. They also discuss the darker side to suppressed emotions—addictive behaviours designed to numb or soothe those bottled-up feelings.
The boys ar...2023-08-1346 minWin the MiddleKnow YourselfTurning midlife into a renaissance rather than a crisis—how do we accomplish that? In this episode, Jeff Davis and Greg Attwells share transformative stories of how deepening self-awareness has revolutionised both their professional trajectories and personal lives. More than just tales of self-realization, Jeff and Greg also deliver tangible, actionable strategies that they've employed to truly know themselves better. Here you'll find inspiration, insight, and practical tools for growth and fulfilment.
Resources discussed in the podcast:
https://brenebrown.com/resources/dare-to-lead-list-of-values/
https://www.16personalities.com
https://5lovelanguages.co...2023-08-0649 min