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The Freedom ProjectThe Freedom ProjectMental Edge 120: The Elite Military Skill Every Business Owner Must LearnWhat separates those who push through brutal setbacks from those who give up? In this episode, Tom shares a raw story from Royal Marines Commando training to uncover the psychological skill more powerful than talent: grit. You’ll learn why most business owners unknowingly train their minds to quit—and how to rewire your brain for unshakable resilience, using neuroscience-backed tools like the Reticular Activating System. Plus, you’ll hear how one founder transformed her mindset and results in just 12 weeks. 2025-06-1006 minThe Freedom ProjectThe Freedom ProjectMental Edge 119: Breaking Limits, Neuroplasticity & TearsHitting your lowest point isn’t a sign of weakness—it’s an invitation to grow. In this episode, I share one of my hardest nights as a parent and how it exposed the next level of my mental fitness. We’ll explore why discomfort is a gift, how neuroplasticity works under stress, and why the real transformation comes from failure reps—both in the gym and in life. 📲 Follow Tom on Instagram: instagram.com/tomfoxley 💻 More from Tom: tomfoxley.me 2025-06-0407 minThe Freedom ProjectThe Freedom ProjectMental Edge 118: The Edge of DiscomfortYou won’t always know what’s holding you back. But you’ll always feel it—like friction and fear at the edges of your comfort zone. In this episode, I unpack how to grow when you can’t see the next step clearly—through the lens of Anders Ericsson’s deliberate practice, the Yerkes-Dodson Law, and personal stories of my own journey and my clients. If you’re ready to turn that discomfort into fuel—start here. 📲 Follow Tom on Instagram: instagram.com/tomfoxley 💻 More from Tom: tomfoxley.me 2025-05-2805 minThe Freedom ProjectThe Freedom ProjectMental Edge E117: The 3 Rules of Unrelenting GrowthGrowth doesn’t come from motivation. It comes from meaning, alignment, and facing what scares you most. In this episode, I share the 3 rules for unrelenting growth—through the real stories of Amelia Earhart and Theodore Roosevelt. You’ll discover why discomfort isn’t a threat, but an invitation—and how to build a life that feels like yours, from the inside out. 📲 Follow Tom on Instagram: instagram.com/tomfoxley 💻 More from Tom: tomfoxley.me 2025-05-1607 minThe Freedom ProjectThe Freedom ProjectMental Edge 116: What HRV and Samurai Can Teach You About StressFeeling overwhelmed? It’s not because you’re weak—it’s because you’re overloaded. In this episode, I unpack what stress really is, how your mind and body respond to pressure, and what to do when the weight of life starts dragging you down. We’ll explore the science of cognitive load, HRV, and mental conditioning—plus what an undefeated samurai can teach you about calm. 📲 Follow Tom on Instagram: instagram.com/tomfoxley 💻 More from Tom: tomfoxley.me 2025-05-0304 minThe Freedom ProjectThe Freedom ProjectMental Edge 115: What Shackleton, Seneca, and Kaizen Have in CommonYou don’t need 10/10 days. You need 6/10 days—consistently. In this episode, I break down why the real drivers of success aren’t peak performance or fleeting motivation—but quiet, relentless consistency. Through the lens of Kaizen, Stoicism, and Shackleton’s leadership, we explore how you can build elite mental fitness by doing the reps—especially when you don’t feel like it. 📲 Follow Tom on Instagram: instagram.com/tomfoxley 💻 More from Tom: tomfoxley.me 2025-05-0104 minThe Freedom ProjectThe Freedom ProjectMental Edge 114: What’s Your Mental Fitness Stack?You’ve got your creatine, your D3, your fish oil. But what are you doing to train your mind? In this episode, I break down the overlooked power of a mental fitness routine—what I call your mental fitness stack. You’ll learn how short daily practices like breathwork and journaling upgrade your biology, reshape your mindset, and give you the clarity and composure most people never train for. Because mental strength isn’t motivation—it’s repetition. 📲 Follow Tom on Instagram: instagram.com/tomfoxley 💻 More from Tom: tomfoxley.me 2025-04-2003 minThe Freedom ProjectThe Freedom ProjectMental Edge 113: The Tree, The Baby, and The GoodbyeWe are born. We experience a whole bunch of sensory impressions. Then we die. In this episode, I share a deeply personal story about saying goodbye—and why moments like this reveal what truly matters. You’ll learn how mental fitness prepares you not just for performance, but for presence. For emotion. For meaning. Because when you train your mind to face life as it is… You stop coasting. You start living. 📲 Follow Tom on Instagram: instagram.com/tomfoxley 💻 More from Tom: tomfoxley.me 2025-04-1805 minThe Freedom ProjectThe Freedom ProjectMental Edge 112: Why Autopilot Is Killing Your PotentialYour brain is built to grow. But if you’re feeling stuck, bored, or numb—it’s not because you’re broken. It’s because you’ve stopped doing things that light you up. In this episode, I unpack a weekend DIY project—and why it reminded me how powerful novelty, challenge, and hands-on engagement are for mental fitness. You’ll learn why apathy is your real enemy, how neuroplasticity fuels growth, and what it really means to train your brain like your body. 📲 Send “Academy” to Tom on Instagram: instagram.com/tomfoxley 💻 More from Tom: to2025-04-1605 minThe Freedom ProjectThe Freedom ProjectMental Edge 111: Have The Balls to Aim At A Life You LoveYou don’t fail because you’re weak—you fail because you’re scared to aim. In this episode, I take you back to the moment I sent a 20-foot backflip off a cliff—and what it taught me about committing fully to a life that matters. You’ll learn why clarity beats caution, why half-measures kill progress, and what it really takes to land the moves that scare you. No more vague goals. No more hesitation. Pick your landing spot. Commit like hell. 📲 Follow Tom on Instagram: instagram.com/tomfoxley 💻 More from...2025-04-0404 minThe Freedom ProjectThe Freedom ProjectMental Edge 110: Mad Jack Churchill: The Man Who Recalibrated FearHe charged into battle with a broadsword and bagpipes—and captured 42 German soldiers armed only with steel and sheer presence. In this episode, we break down the story of “Mad Jack” Churchill—not to celebrate madness, but to uncover the science behind his seemingly fearless courage. You’ll learn how exposure therapy works, why the SAID Principle matters for your mental fitness, and how to train your mind to act under pressure. This isn’t about eliminating fear. It’s about building the ability to move through it. 📲 Follow Tom on Instagram: instagram.com/tomfoxley...2025-04-0304 minThe Freedom ProjectThe Freedom ProjectMental Edge 109: From Royal Marines to Antarctic Ice: What High Performers ShareWhat do the Royal Marines, Ernest Shackleton, and high performers today all understand about growth that most people miss? In this episode, I unpack the hidden power of environment. We’ll explore how group standards shape personal performance, why morale becomes everything under pressure, and what it really means to grow in a culture of discipline, clarity, and shared purpose. If you’re grinding alone and wondering why progress feels slow—this one’s for you. 📲 Follow Tom on Instagram: instagram.com/tomfoxley 💻 More from Tom: tomfoxley.me 2025-04-0106 minThe Freedom ProjectThe Freedom ProjectMental Edge 108: Train for Chaos, Not ComfortMental fitness isn’t about staying positive—it’s about staying ready. In this episode, we break down the concept of General Mental Preparedness: how to train your mind to meet any challenge, any pressure, and any chaos with clarity and composure. Drawing parallels to elite physical training and the story of a man who thrived across three battlefields, this is your roadmap to becoming truly unbreakable. Because life won’t get easier. You just get harder to break. 📲 Follow Tom on Instagram: instagram.com/tomfoxley 💻 More from Tom: tomfoxley.me 2025-03-3106 minThe Freedom ProjectThe Freedom ProjectMental Edge 107: The Everest Principle: Don’t Conquer It. Rise to Meet It.Life doesn’t get lighter. You get stronger. In this episode, I share a hard-earned lesson from Royal Marines training—and what it means for building a meaningful, high-performance life. We’ll unpack why pressure is a privilege, how your system adapts to stress through a principle called allostasis, and what it takes to raise your internal threshold instead of lowering your goals. If you’ve been questioning your capacity, this episode will change how you see the weight you carry. 📲 Follow Tom on Instagram: instagram.com/tomfoxley 💻 More from Tom: tomfoxley.me 2025-03-2803 minThe Freedom ProjectThe Freedom ProjectMental Edge 106: The Man Who Broke Into AuschwitzHe volunteered to be captured and sent to Auschwitz. Why? In this episode, I tell the true story of Witold Pilecki—a man whose mission to resist evil took him inside the gates of hell. We explore what made him capable of enduring the unendurable, why meaning—not muscle—is the foundation of resilience, and what this blueprint teaches us about modern leadership and mental fitness. By the end of this episode, you’ll see why mental strength isn’t something you’re born with—it’s something you train for. 📲 Follow Tom on Instagram: insta...2025-03-2705 minThe Freedom ProjectThe Freedom ProjectMental Edge 105: Be The Hero Of Your LifeYou won’t become the hero of your life by accident. In this episode, I share the story of Stella—a business owner who went from stuck in indecision to living her dream day, not because of a hack or a motivational burst, but through consistent mental fitness training. We dive into the power of narrative identity, the psychology of transformation, and why waiting to feel different before you act is the exact trap holding most people back. If you’ve ever wondered how to create real freedom, this one’s for you. 📲 Follow Tom...2025-03-2505 minThe Freedom ProjectThe Freedom ProjectMental Edge 103: The Special Forces Operator Who Couldn’t Escape His Comfort ZoneWhy do some of the toughest, most disciplined people in the world get stuck in their comfort zones? In this episode, I share the story of Art—a German special forces operator who could run towards danger without hesitation but found himself frozen when it came to building his future. We explore why even the strongest people fear the unknown, the psychological trap that holds high achievers back, and the critical difference between enduring discomfort and training true mental fitness. By the end of this episode, you’ll understand exactly why willpower alone isn’t enough...2025-03-2105 minThe Freedom ProjectThe Freedom ProjectMental Edge 91: The Truth About Your LimitsYou are only scratching the surface of what you’re capable of. Even when you feel like quitting. Even when your body says no more. Even when your mind is completely spent. You still have more in you. So why do most people stop themselves too early? In this episode of The Freedom Project Podcast, I break down: Why your brain lies to you about your limits. The one shift high performers make to break through plateaus. How to train your mind to handle more—without breaking. If y...2025-03-0805 minThe Freedom ProjectThe Freedom ProjectMental Edge 90: How to Expand Your Mental Capacity & Thrive Under PressureIf you’re ambitious, you probably feel like you’re at capacity. You’re pushing for more success—but the more you take on, the heavier it feels. You’re maxed out. Stretched thin. Always under pressure. Most people will tell you to do less. But that’s not the answer. In this episode of The Freedom Project Podcast, I break down: Why pressure builds up—and why most people handle it wrong. The real reason you feel maxed out—and what to do about it. How to expand your ment...2025-03-0703 minThe Freedom ProjectThe Freedom ProjectMental Edge 89: 400 years of war—and the secret that finally ended itFor 400 years, the Comanches were unstoppable. They fought against state-backed armies with cutting-edge weapons—and won with bows and arrows. Every officer who tried to defeat them failed. Until one man changed the game completely. And the way he did it? It’s the exact strategy you need to win the battle inside your own mind. In this episode of The Freedom Project Podcast, I break down: How one of history’s greatest warrior cultures held their ground for centuries. The one mindset shift that finally ended the war. W...2025-03-0603 minThe Freedom ProjectThe Freedom ProjectMental Edge 88: The Hidden Truth About Those Who Reach Their PotentialThe people who keep leveling up in life all realise one thing that most people don’t. And once you see it, you’ll never approach challenges the same way again. In this episode of The Freedom Project Podcast, I break down: The two levels of every challenge—and why most people only focus on one. The real reason some people hit their limit while others keep growing. How to turn every struggle into an opportunity to become who you’re meant to be. If you’ve ever wondered why some people seem to keep ev...2025-03-0503 minThe Freedom ProjectThe Freedom ProjectMental Edge 87: The 3 Components of Mental Fitness & How to Train ThemIf you feel confused about how to train your mind, you’re not alone. Every so-called expert tells you something different. But elite mental fitness comes down to just three components: Resilience – Your ability to adapt to stress and thrive. Clarity – The power to see yourself, your path, and your potential clearly. Character – Becoming who you’re meant to be through deliberate training. In this episode of The Freedom Project Podcast, I break down exactly how to train each one so you can start operating at a higher level immediately. If you’re tir...2025-03-0404 minThe Freedom ProjectThe Freedom ProjectMental Edge 86: Why Traditional Self-Improvement is Failing YouYou’ve tried podcasts, books, therapy, business coaching, meditation apps… And you’re still not where you want to be. The problem isn’t you. The problem is that these tools aren’t designed for high performers like you. In this episode of The Freedom Project Podcast, I break down: Why traditional self-improvement isn’t enough. The three major flaws in books, coaching, and courses. What elite mental fitness actually looks like—and why it’s the missing piece in your growth. If you feel like you’ve been doing everything right but still no...2025-03-0303 minThe Freedom ProjectThe Freedom ProjectMental Edge 85: The Stolen Cow & The Secret to True FreedomI woke up to find a cow on the kitchen table. And somehow, that moment taught me one of the most important lessons about freedom. In this episode of The Freedom Project Podcast, I share: The ridiculous stolen cow story from my ski season in France. Why most business owners get trapped in a game that doesn’t serve them. The 3 types of clarity you need to create real freedom. If you’ve ever felt like you’re building a life that doesn’t quite feel right, this episode is for you. Connec...2025-03-0204 minThe Freedom ProjectThe Freedom ProjectMental Edge 84: The Moment I Discovered if I Was a Coward or a HeroAn avalanche roared toward us, and in that split second, I discovered who I really was. It wasn’t luck or instinct—it was mental training. In this episode of The Freedom Project Podcast, I share the moment when everything was on the line, and how it taught me that high performance isn't about rising to expectations, but about falling back on preparation. I also discuss: Why leaving critical moments to chance is a massive mistake. How everyday challenges are your personal avalanches. Why elite mental fitness is the only way to ensu...2025-03-0104 minThe Freedom ProjectThe Freedom ProjectMental Edge 83: Why Mental Health Advice is Screwing Over High PerformersThe mental fitness world is failing ambitious people. It’s the only area where the dominant advice is “just be less ambitious.” Nowhere else in life would you be told to stop trying to be better. In this episode of The Freedom Project Podcast, I break down: The ridiculous double standard in mental health advice. Why your ambition isn’t the problem—your training is. How to increase your mental resilience instead of lowering your goals. If you’ve ever been told to “just relax and stop pushing so hard”, this episode is for y...2025-02-2804 minThe Freedom ProjectThe Freedom ProjectMental Edge 82: You don’t need to do less—you need to get strongerYou’ve got big goals, big responsibilities, and a lot on your plate. And when it starts to feel like too much? The weak will tell you to do less. But that’s not the answer. In this episode of The Freedom Project Podcast, I break down: Why people want you to stay small and unexceptional. The real reason pressure feels overwhelming. How to increase your capacity for challenge instead of backing down. If you’ve ever felt stretched thin, this episode will show you how to handle more—without...2025-02-2703 minThe Freedom ProjectThe Freedom ProjectMental Edge 81: If you're stuck, ask yourself thisWhen you don’t know what to do, ask yourself one thing: “What makes the best adventure?” Because life isn’t about playing it safe. It’s about leaning into challenge, risk, and uncertainty. In this episode of The Freedom Project Podcast, I explore: Why we lose our sense of adventure as we get older. The 3-question test to know if you should take the leap. How my leap into the unknown changed everything. If you’ve been stuck in indecision or fear, this episode will push you to finally take action. ...2025-02-2604 minThe Freedom ProjectThe Freedom ProjectMental Edge 80: How bear spray taught me a lesson about asking for helpThere’s a toxic belief that real success means figuring everything out yourself. But here’s the truth: The most successful people don’t go it alone—they find guides. In this episode of The Freedom Project Podcast, I share: The stupid mistakes I made trying to do everything myself. Why the DIY mindset will eventually hold you back. The real reason successful people seek out coaches, mentors, and guides. If you’re still trying to brute-force your way forward, this episode will shift your thinking. Connect with Tom: Instag...2025-02-2504 minThe Freedom ProjectThe Freedom ProjectMental Edge 79: The Royal Marines Test That Breaks Almost EveryoneAsk any Royal Marines recruit what the worst part of training is… and you’ll probably get the same answer. It’s brutal. It requires insane willpower. And it breaks a lot of men. But those who push through? They become better Marines—and better men. In this episode of The Freedom Project Podcast, I break down: The hardest test in Royal Marines training (and why it makes everything else easier). How your brain literally rewires itself when you do difficult things. Why avoiding discomfort makes life harder—and how to reverse that. ...2025-02-2404 minThe Freedom ProjectThe Freedom ProjectMental Edge 78: The untold power of changing your identityCan who you are completely change? History proves that it can. Take Cynthia Ann Parker, a girl kidnapped by the Comanches at 9 years old. Raised among them, she became Comanche herself—so much so that when she was rescued 24 years later, she was devastated. In this episode of The Freedom Project Podcast, I explore: How identity isn’t fixed—it’s shaped by your environment. Why the people, habits, and ideas around you are rewiring your brain. How to deliberately shape yourself into the person you want to become. If you’v...2025-02-2304 minThe Freedom ProjectThe Freedom ProjectMental Edge 77: Endlessly distracted? This is for youI watched a family fall apart in real-time. For two hours, a couple sat at dinner, glued to their phones—completely ignoring their teenage son, who was just waiting to be seen. It was heartbreaking. But here’s the thing: we’re all guilty of this in some way. In this episode of The Freedom Project Podcast, I share: The silent tragedy of distraction and how it’s stealing life from us. Why the most important moments of our lives often feel unimportant. How to actually be present before it’s too late. ...2025-02-2203 minThe Freedom ProjectThe Freedom ProjectMental Edge 76: If success feels hard, try thisWhat happens when success feels forced? On a cold February night in Shepherd’s Bush, I watched Warren Zeiders perform at the O2. And while the gig was solid, something felt off. It didn’t feel like art—it felt like an act. In this episode of The Freedom Project Podcast, I break down: The hidden cost of inauthenticity in high performance. Why forcing a persona that isn’t you leads to burnout. How aligning with true purpose creates effortless effort. If you’re tired of feeling like you have to pl...2025-02-2104 minThe Freedom ProjectThe Freedom ProjectMental Edge 75: The Royal Marines taught me this about fearThere’s a huge misconception about elite performers. People think they don’t feel fear. But the truth? They feel it just as much as anyone else. They’ve just trained themselves to respond differently. In this episode of The Freedom Project Podcast, I share a powerful lesson from Royal Marine training about fear, why avoiding it keeps you trapped in mediocrity, and how to train yourself to push past it. Tune in to discover: The real reason fear holds people back. How elite performers handle fear differently. A simple three...2025-02-2004 minThe Freedom ProjectThe Freedom ProjectMental Edge 74: The real reason you feel stuck (it’s not your fault)If you feel like you can’t change, it’s probably not because you’re not trying hard enough. It’s because you’ve been given the wrong tools. In this episode of The Freedom Project Podcast, I break down: Why podcasts, books, and business coaches often fail to create real change. The two things you actually need to grow. How to escape the quick-fix trap and start training your mindset properly. If you’re sick of consuming endless self-improvement content without results, this episode is for you. Connect with Tom: Instagra...2025-02-1903 minThe Freedom ProjectThe Freedom ProjectMental Edge 73: I made £20k in a month. It wasn’t what I expected.I thought making £20,000 in a month would make me feel successful. For about two weeks, it did. Then I realised I had sacrificed my freedom in the process. In this episode of The Freedom Project Podcast, I share the story of how I went from chasing money to optimising for real freedom—and why that shift made my business easier, simpler, and more profitable than ever before. Tune in to discover: The hidden cost of chasing money at the expense of everything else. Why mental fitness—not business tactics—created real su...2025-02-1803 minThe Freedom ProjectThe Freedom ProjectMental Edge 72: The 3 Enemies of Freedom (Avoid Them at All Costs)If you want true freedom, there are three enemies you need to watch out for. Because these three mindsets will ruin your potential before you even realise it’s happening. In this episode of The Freedom Project Podcast, I break down: The woo-woo spiritualists who convince you to stop trying. The emotionless hustlers who tell you success is just about shutting down feelings. The mental health narrative that traps ambitious people in mediocrity. And most importantly—how to escape all of them and actually thrive. If you’re ready to step up and...2025-02-1704 minThe Freedom ProjectThe Freedom ProjectMental Edge 71: You don’t get another shot at this lifeAre you living fully—or just living safely? In this episode of The Freedom Project Podcast, I share the story of a mate who’s got everything society says should make him happy—but deep down, he knows something’s missing. Because he made the trade most people don’t realise they’re making. Tune in to discover: The devil’s bargain that keeps people stuck in a life they don’t actually love. Why the pursuit of safety and security can be a trap. How to break free and actually start living. If y...2025-02-1603 minThe Freedom ProjectThe Freedom ProjectMental Edge 70: Why I force myself to show up onlineLast week, one of my TikToks blew up—half a million views, thousands of comments. And I hated it. In this episode of The Freedom Project Podcast, I talk about why I force myself to show up online—even though I hate being in the spotlight. Because there’s something far more important at play. Tune in to discover: The real reason I keep showing up, despite wanting to disappear. The hidden trap that keeps people stuck in mediocrity. The kind of freedom no one talks about—but that actually matters...2025-02-1503 minThe Freedom ProjectThe Freedom ProjectMental Edge 69: What if your limits aren’t real?For years, I thought I had hit my limit. I was stuck in a cycle of self-doubt, constantly convincing myself I couldn’t go any further. Until two moments changed everything. In this episode of The Freedom Project Podcast, I share the two turning points that completely redefined my potential—and the lesson that might change the way you see your own limitations. Tune in to discover: The mental trap that keeps people stuck in mediocrity. Why your self-imposed limits aren’t as real as they seem. The simple but powerf...2025-02-1404 minThe Freedom ProjectThe Freedom ProjectMental Edge 68: Most people waste their potential. Will you?If you’re waiting for enough pain to build before you finally take action—you’re making a big mistake. In this episode of The Freedom Project Podcast, I break down the hard truth about why people stay stuck, why motivation fades, and the mental shift that will finally get you moving toward your full potential. Here’s what you’ll learn: Why most people stay in cycles of inaction—even when they want to change. The cost of waiting for pain to force you into action. The key mindset shift that separates top performers f...2025-02-1303 minThe Freedom ProjectThe Freedom ProjectMental Edge 67: Why most people never fix their discipline problemWhat if the reason you’re stuck isn’t a lack of discipline—but the way you’re approaching mindset work? In this episode of The Freedom Project Podcast, I share the simple but powerful mindset shift that took Mike from struggling with inconsistency and self-doubt to thriving in his business and life. Tune in to discover: Why quick fixes never lead to lasting change. How training your mental fitness works just like building physical strength. The one commitment that separates high performers from those who stay stuck. If you’re serious about performing...2025-02-1204 minThe Freedom ProjectThe Freedom ProjectMental Edge 66: The Military Training Exercise That Taught Me the Secret to ExcellenceMost people want elite results—but they’re skipping the step that actually gets them there. In this episode of The Freedom Project Podcast, I take you inside a brutal military training exercise where I had to crawl half a mile through bogs and barbed gorse—all while remaining completely undetected. Most people failed. I didn’t. Why? Because I focused on one thing that separates excellence from mediocrity—and it’s the same thing that will separate you from the pack. Tune in to discover: Why most peo...2025-02-1105 minThe Freedom ProjectThe Freedom ProjectMental Edge 65: From Fixed Mindset to PhD—The Power of Mental RepsWhat if the only thing stopping you from reaching your potential wasn’t ability—but belief? In this episode of The Freedom Project Podcast, I share a personal win—one that took years of mindset work to achieve. Because once, I believed I wasn’t smart enough to succeed. Now? I’m taking my first official step toward a PhD. Tune in to discover: The ironic story of how I almost missed out on my true passion. Why mental growth is just a sets and reps game. How to break free from...2025-02-1005 minThe Freedom ProjectThe Freedom ProjectMental Edge 64: The 4 Words That Changed EverythingWhat if your unconscious mind was still operating on a version of reality that’s years out of date? In this episode of The Freedom Project Podcast, I share the story of a business owner who summed up his entire transformation in just four words. Because if you feel like you’re always chasing more, never satisfied, never content—you might be stuck in the same loop he was. Tune in to discover: The hidden fear that keeps ambitious people running on a treadmill. Why your unconscious mind might still be years behind...2025-02-0905 minThe Freedom ProjectThe Freedom ProjectMental Edge 63: You’re Not the Problem—Your Environment IsIf you feel stuck in life or business, you might be asking the wrong question. In this episode of The Freedom Project Podcast, I share a simple but powerful lesson—one that starts with two half-dead plants on my desk. Because what if your lack of success has nothing to do with you—and everything to do with the conditions you’re in? Tune in to discover: The real reason you’re not growing (it’s not what you think). How your environment shapes every decision you make. The simple shift that can unlock...2025-02-0804 minThe Freedom ProjectThe Freedom ProjectMental Edge 62: What a Dangerous Rescue Taught Me About SuccessFear can freeze you in place—whether you’re on a mountain, in business, or facing any major challenge. In this episode of The Freedom Project Podcast, I share a real-life mountain rescue that taught me a powerful lesson about overcoming fear and taking action. Inside, you’ll discover: The moment fear takes control and how to break free from it. Why most people stay stuck in repeating patterns instead of growing. The two-step method to keep moving—even when fear tells you to stop. If you’ve ever felt paralysed by fear or unsure...2025-02-0705 minThe Freedom ProjectThe Freedom ProjectMental Edge 61: The Olympic Secret to Mastering Your MindWhat if success wasn’t about grinding through the middle—but about starting and ending your day in the right position? In this episode of The Freedom Project Podcast, I share a lesson from one of the greatest gymnastics coaches in the world. A man who competed at the Olympics multiple times and coached dozens of others to do the same. His advice? Simple. Powerful. And something you can apply to every part of your life. Here’s what you’ll learn: The tunnel theory—why your start and finish shape your entire day...2025-02-0606 minThe Freedom ProjectThe Freedom ProjectMental Edge 60: How to Keep Going When You Think You Can’tEver feel like you can’t take any more? That the pressure, the discomfort, or the uncertainty is just too much? In this episode of The Freedom Project Podcast, I share an infallible technique—one I’ve used in the mountains, the gym, and business—to push through when everything in you is screaming to stop. Here’s what you’ll learn: Why your fear of the future is what’s really stopping you. The truth about bearing the unbearable. How to shift your mindset in the hardest moments—so you can keep going. If you’ve ever...2025-02-0502 minThe Freedom ProjectThe Freedom ProjectMental Edge 59: Why Suppressing Your Emotions is Ruining Your SuccessIf you’re pushing hard this year, the worst thing you can do is suppress your emotions. In this episode of The Freedom Project Podcast, we unpack six reasons why ignoring your emotions will sabotage your progress—and what to do instead. Here’s what you’ll learn: Why suppressed emotions always come back stronger. How emotional resistance leads to self-sabotage and burnout. The three steps to mastering your emotions so they work for you, not against you. If you’ve ever felt like your emotions are holding you back, this episode will change the...2025-02-0406 minThe Freedom ProjectThe Freedom ProjectMental Edge 58: The War in Your Mind—And How to Win ItEver feel like your mind is fighting itself? One part of you is ambitious and relentless, another is exhausted and wants to slow down, and another just wants to switch off completely. This inner conflict is one of the biggest barriers to success, and in this episode of The Freedom Project Podcast, we’ll break it down. Here’s what you’ll learn: Why your mind isn’t just one thing, but a collection of competing voices. The key characters controlling your thoughts, actions, and emotions. How to stop the war in your mind and make...2025-02-0304 minThe Freedom ProjectThe Freedom ProjectMental Edge 57: Real Growth Happens at DepthThe most successful people don’t just work on tactics and strategies. They go deeper. In this episode of The Freedom Project Podcast, I share a story from my time coaching elite CrossFit athlete Brent Fikowski—and the surprising lesson it taught me about growth. Here’s what you’ll learn: Why surface-level change creates temporary results. The real priority when it comes to personal and professional growth. How to work at depth to unlock lasting transformation. If you’ve been focusing on tactics but not seeing the change you want, this episode will shift...2025-02-0204 minThe Freedom ProjectThe Freedom ProjectMental Edge 56: Expanding Your Window of ToleranceHow much stress can you actually handle before your thoughts start running wild? In this episode of The Freedom Project Podcast, we dive into the concept of the window of tolerance—the amount of stress you can manage before your nervous system takes over. Here’s what you’ll learn: Why some people handle stress better than others. The two ways your nervous system reacts when you’re dysregulated. How to train your mental fitness so you can handle bigger challenges without breaking down. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, reactive, or unable to stay ca...2025-02-0105 minThe Freedom ProjectThe Freedom ProjectMental Edge 55: State Precedes Story—Why Your Nervous System Shapes Your MindsetYou can’t think your way out of stress. In this episode of The Freedom Project Podcast, I share a personal experience—escaping a wildfire in Sicily—that taught me one of the biggest lessons about resilience: state precedes story. Here’s what you’ll learn: Why your nervous system controls your thoughts, not the other way around. How stress—whether financial, social, or emotional—puts you into survival mode. Why trying to “think positive” when you’re overwhelmed is a losing battle. How to build physiological resilience so you stop running on fear. If you’ve ever fel...2025-01-3104 minThe Freedom ProjectThe Freedom ProjectMental Edge 54: Rethinking Willpower—The Sail Model vs. The Engine ModelAre you stuck in cycles of extreme motivation followed by burnout? You’re not alone. In this episode of The Freedom Project Podcast, I share a powerful framework for rethinking willpower, using the story of a client who shifted from the engine model—forcing himself forward—to the sail model, where willpower feels calmer, more stable, and less fragile. Here’s what you’ll learn: Why the “engine model” of willpower leads to burnout and frustration. What the “sail model” is, and how it creates sustainable progress. How to stop forcing motivation and start harnessing the ene...2025-01-3005 minThe Freedom ProjectThe Freedom ProjectMental Edge 53: Signs of Learned Helplessness in Business OwnersHave you ever felt completely stuck in your business, unable to move forward no matter how hard you try? You might be dealing with something called learned helplessness—a silent but powerful force that can limit your growth, success, and happiness. In this episode of The Freedom Project Podcast, I share a personal story about how learned helplessness showed up in my own life and how it held me back for years. We’ll unpack: What learned helplessness is and how it develops. The 11 key signs that it might be affecting you as a business owner. Prac...2025-01-2905 minThe Freedom ProjectThe Freedom ProjectS4E33: How To Quantify Personal Development: Steal My Exact System I Teach My Private Adventurepreneur ClientsAre your meditation sessions, journaling habits, or cold showers actually driving the transformation you seek? Or are you just guessing? In this episode, Tom dives deep into the challenge of quantifying personal growth in a world where it's easy to measure success in business, fitness, or finances but harder to assess who you're becoming. Drawing from his own experiences and years of coaching, Tom shares the powerful framework he uses to help clients track their growth across two vital paths: attainment and actualisation. Whether you're striving for professional goals or unlocking deeper personal...2024-11-2504 minThe Freedom ProjectThe Freedom ProjectS4E32: The Secret Weapon of Successful Entrepreneurs: Using Emotions to Accelerate GrowthIn this episode, we dive deep into an incredible story of instinct, intuition, and the underestimated power of emotions.  Emotions hold a hidden intelligence that, when recognised, can guide us toward personal growth, resilience, and fulfilment. Too often, we’re taught to dismiss our emotional reactions as unreliable. Yet, as you’ll hear in today’s episode, shutting them out can leave us disconnected from life’s true richness. Tom shares a personal journey of turning away from emotions, embracing reason as a safeguard, only to discover the profound cost of ignoring that deeper layer of experi...2024-11-1805 minThe Freedom ProjectThe Freedom ProjectS4E27: Journaling Masterclass w/ Mark MatousekIn this conversation, Tom and Mark explore the transformative power of journaling as a tool for self-discovery and emotional intelligence. Mark shares his journey of writing and the importance of truth in personal narratives. They discuss the subjective nature of truth, the role of emotions in Stoicism, and how embracing vulnerability can lead to authenticity. The conversation emphasizes the significance of questioning one's identity and the potential for originality found in our quirks and limitations. Mark provides practical advice for effective journaling, including crafting prompts and overcoming resistance, ultimately highlighting journaling as a powerful modality...2024-10-2355 minThe Freedom ProjectThe Freedom ProjectS4E23: Why Personal Growth Fails Without Biological, Psychological and Neurological Support: How Character Makes Success GuaranteedIn this episode, Tom Foxley shares a deeply personal journey into mastering the mindset of success, especially for those of us who’ve struggled with hitting glass ceilings, plateauing, or feeling stuck despite trying everything. Tom reveals the missing link in most personal growth efforts and explains why some strategies—whether meditation, therapy, or mindset work—only take some people so far. He dives into the three critical zones of change that every business owner, athlete, or high-performer must understand to unlock their full potential: the nervous system, the stories we tell ourselves, and the philosophies we live by.  T...2024-10-0707 minThe Freedom ProjectThe Freedom ProjectS4E10: Inner Voices: Embracing Balance and Wellness with Diane YounesIn my mind, the conversation we're diving into today might just change the way you think about wellness and personal growth. It's an episode that beckons you to slow down, listen intently, and embrace the complexities of your inner voice. So, strap in—it's a transformative ride. The insights shared today are particularly timely and universal, touching on everything from the stark realities shaped by COVID-19 to the intertwined nature of our physical and mental health. I've been reflecting on these topics non-stop with colleagues and loved ones, sparking some of the most pr...2024-04-241h 01The Freedom ProjectThe Freedom ProjectS4E08: The Ultimate Guide To Discipline: Pt. 2 - The Physiology of DisciplineDo you struggle with maintaining discipline and wish you could unlock the freedom to live as you truly desire? Dive into this transformative episode of the Freedom Project podcast with host Tom Foxley, who unravels the hidden complexities of discipline beyond mere willpower. Tom explores the intriguing intersection of psychology and physiology, shedding light on how our nervous system plays a pivotal role in shaping our disciplined behaviours. Discover the cyclical nature of motivation and learn about groundbreaking strategies that can significantly enhance your discipline through understanding and influencing physiological responses. This episode not only...2024-04-1021 minThe Freedom ProjectThe Freedom ProjectS4E06: The Ultimate Guide To Discipline: Pt. 1In this transformative episode of the Freedom Project podcast, your host Tom Foxley embarks on a compelling journey aimed at helping listeners overcome their discipline challenges. This episode serves as the introduction to a thought-provoking series dedicated to understanding and solving the puzzle of discipline in our lives. Tom delves into the essence of achieving self-mastery, living intentionally, and crafting a personalised definition of freedom. With a focus on three critical aspects - the complexity of discipline, the cycle of behavioural patterns, and the path towards actionable solutions - this series promises to equip you with...2024-03-2823 minThe Freedom ProjectThe Freedom ProjectS4E05: Life's Final Reflections: Unveiling the Secrets to a Good Life with Heath PiperIn my mind, the podcast you’re about to listen to could be the most important podcast I’ve ever recorded. I’ll prep you, it’s a bit of an emotional roller coaster. So be warned. The emotional highs and lows are worth it though because the lessons are the ones we all need to hear. I haven’t stopped talking about it with my friends and family since I finished it up. If you’ve ever wondered what really makes a good life… …or what people really regret in their...2024-03-201h 05The Freedom ProjectThe Freedom ProjectS4E04: All In On Life: Reaching Your Ultimate Potential with Tom MansbridgeI’m about to introduce you to my friend, Tom Mansbridge When I first spoke to Tom, he was in a tough place. You’re about to find out exactly what that place was. Tom has managed to do a 180 on where he was personally headed, and we’re going to discuss the exact framework of how you can do that too. Want more clarity? We’ve got you covered Want to train your character to fulfil your potential? Sorted. Want to start acting from a place of calm, rather t...2024-03-1334 minThe Freedom ProjectThe Freedom ProjectS3E31: Are You Really in the Game or Just Pretending?Why do you fail to commit to your goals? With my clients, I’m looking for four signs they’re actually committed to their goals. Not just engaging in mental masturbation… …a lot of people are doing the latter Here’s another way to put it (crass language upcoming): A client once said to me, “you know what’s different about your coaching compared to the rest of what’s available, Tom? It’s the difference between having a wank and the real thing.” And you can translate that analogy to committin...2023-10-1108 minThe Freedom ProjectThe Freedom ProjectS3E27: The Crushing Beliefs That Stunt an AdventurepreneurPsychologists and counsellors aren’t supposed to look like this. Brian’s thick beard hangs halfway down his chest. He’s jacked too. A heavy set bodyguard turned powerlifter with thighs the size of my waist. Brian turns to his wife: petite, pretty, with an intense wisdom. Carrie also lifts - it shows - and her tattoos cover the majority of her skin. Mental health professionals are meant to be plain types who say little. Not … whatever these two were. “Beliefs,” Brian says. “Beliefs are the reason we have the lives we have. Belie...2023-09-2711 minThe Freedom ProjectThe Freedom ProjectS3E12: The Pursuit of Adventure w/ Tom GrantOn today's show, I am joined by Tom Grant.  Tom is an IFMJA Mountain Guide, who specialises in steep skiing, he is a climber and alpinist.  Earlier this year, Tom was my mountain guide, and I instantly got the impression of his mindset as calm, focussed, purposeful and much more.  In this episode, we explore Tom’s mindset, where it comes from and how you can apply it to your training, life and business. We discuss his recent injury, his pursuit of excellence, betterment and stepping outside your comfort zone time and time...2023-08-0452 minThe Freedom ProjectThe Freedom ProjectS2E25: Mastering Mindset w/ McCoy TurnerMcCoy Turner joins Tom on today’s Limitless Athlete Podcast to discuss the exact process he used to train his mindset. 2023-04-1234 minFreestyle WayFreestyle Way#64 Tom Foxley: Turning Anxiety Into PotentialIn this thought-provoking podcast, Tom Foxley, a mindset coach and founder of Mindset Rx'd, sits down with Carl Paoli and shares his path toward empowering others to compete with confidence, training their self-belief, and performing at their full potential. Tom's coaching approach leans on three key elements: 1. Nervous system regulation. 2. Identifying negative internal narratives change. 3. Identify and deploy performance tactics.  Tom also shares his expertise and insights on achieving peak performance and tapping into one's potential and his four-step process for belief change and how this approach can help individuals create a...2023-02-061h 15The Freedom ProjectThe Freedom Project026: Going All In On Greatness With Kari PearceThe wonderful Kari Pearce joins Coach Tom today to discuss what it truly means to fully commit to being the best version of you you possibly can be. Kari not only exemplifies this as an athlete, but a businesswoman too. Kari is all in on her potential as a human. Expect to learn how you can go all in on your potential too. Alongside this, we'll also discuss how to deal with bad luck (withdrawing from the CrossFit Games in 21 and being medically withdrawn prior), how Kari changes her mindset for different events, how she...2022-04-111h 03The Freedom ProjectThe Freedom Project025: Epigenetics and The Athlete’s Mindset - Interview w/ Nessa CareyToday, Coach Tom is joined by Nessa Carey, author of Epigenetics Revolution to discuss how epigenetics plays a role in your mindset, both from a performance perspective and a mental health perspective. 2022-04-0557 minThe Freedom ProjectThe Freedom ProjectThe Ultimate Guide To Mindset For Coaches: 5 Steps To Training Your Mindset (3/3)In the final part of the series, Coaches Rachel and Tom show you how to train your mindset so that you can get your mindset out of your way. 2022-03-2825 minThe Freedom ProjectThe Freedom ProjectThe Ultimate Guide To Mindset For Coaches: The Biggest Mindset Issues Coaches Face (2/3)Today, Coaches Rachel and Tom explore the biggest mindset issues coaches face. This is why burnout, losing the love of training, and financial challenges happen, from a mindset perspective. You'll discover how your mindset has been created and what challenges it may present. 2022-03-2431 minThe Freedom ProjectThe Freedom Project020: Changing Your Beliefs - Interview w/ Jonas KaplanToday on the Limitless Athlete Podcast, you’ll be listening to a conversation Tom had with Jonas Kaplan - Cognitive neuroscientist at USC’s Brain and Creativity Institute and Co-Director at Dornsife Neuroimaging Center The theme of today is the structure of beliefs, and what creates them. Jonas & Tom stick to as broad an application of beliefs as possible, so they don’t talk much about applying to athlete specific examples. But they do discuss how this applies in general. By listening to this show, you can gain a deeper understanding of how beliefs are formed and the bi...2022-02-141h 05The Freedom ProjectThe Freedom Project019: Breathwork & Cold Exposure for Mindset Change - Interview with Justin TernesToday on the Limitless Athlete Podcast, you’ll be listening to a conversation between physiotherapist, breathwork practitioner and much more besides, Justin Ternes and Tom Foxley. Justin is passionate about helping patients address pain, injury and physical limitations through functional exercises, manual therapy skills, biopsychosocial education, pain science and mindfulness techniques. In this podcast, Justin gives a great introduction to the way our breath can be used as a kind of control dial for our mental state. 2022-02-071h 05The Freedom ProjectThe Freedom Project018: The Attributes Of A Great Athlete - Rich Diviney InterviewToday on the Limitless Athlete Podcast, you’ll be listening to a conversation between author, and former Navy SEAL Commander, Rich Diviney and Tom Foxley. After spending over 20 years in the Navy SEALs, Rich wrote The Attributes, a book detailing what he believes are the attributes we all possess which lead to our success, or lack thereof. In Rich’s opinion, we all possess these attributes, but in different quantities. This podcast shows the necessity for an athlete of any caliber to get to know themselves. Self-knowledge is the foundation on which mindset growth can be b...2022-01-3158 minThe Freedom ProjectThe Freedom Project017: The Dichotomy of Mindset Mastery with Stefi CohenToday on the Limitless Athlete Podcast, you’ll be listening to a conversation between 25x powerlifting world record holder, Stefi Cohen, and myself, Tom Foxley. One huge topic we cover is the difficult balance of femininity and the masculine parts of athleticism. This one goes deep and we dive into appearance and social pressure to look like everyone else. Stefi is an incredible human. She is one of those rare breeds who seemingly excels in multiple areas of life. Plus, she's a lovely human being. Stefi is a 25x world record ho...2022-01-241h 08The Freedom ProjectThe Freedom Project016: Working Hard Vs. Working Smart - Debrief of Hunter McIntyreToday on The Debrief, Coach Tom discusses Hunter McIntyre's appearance on the Limitless Athlete Podcast. The point in question is "when are you working too hard, and when are you not working hard enough?" 2022-01-2015 minThe Freedom ProjectThe Freedom Project015: Finding Your Why - Debrief of Jason McCarthyToday, Rachel and Tom dive into finding deeper meaning behind your goals & why that's' important to athletes. 2022-01-1427 minThe Freedom ProjectThe Freedom Project015: Why Rucking Forms The Ultimate Mindset With Jason McCarthySpecial Forces veteran, and GORUCK founder, Jason McCarthy joins Tom on today's episode. Jason has created a brilliant community around the pursuit of the most simple but effective exercise there is: carrying large loads a long way. Call it rucking, yomping, or tabbing, it works. Plus, it had hugely beneficial effects on your mindset too. This is just part of what Jason and Tom explore in this episode. They also discuss Jason's life as a Green Beret and his transition out of the military, the benefits of suffering, and the massively inspiring Chad...2022-01-101h 04The Freedom ProjectThe Freedom Project014: How to Share Your Mindset Struggles - The Debrief of Niki Brazier‘s PodcastToday on The Debrief, Coaches Tom and Rachel discuss their own mental health struggles within CrossFit and training. They talk eating disorders, anxiety, and more besides. 2021-12-3028 minThe Freedom ProjectThe Freedom Project014: Body Image & Postnatal Anxiety w/ Niki BrazierToday, Tom speaks to Niki Brazier, about a variety of mental health challenges. In particular, they touch on postnatal anxiety, body image challenges, and intrusive thoughts. Niki is a familiar face to most in the world of CrossFit as she's a reporter at The CrossFit Games and is a regular guest on many shows and podcasts. There's value in this show even if giving birth isn't in your immediate agenda because mental health affects us all. What I love about how Niki talks is how honest and open she is, but without an ounce of...2021-12-2753 minThe Freedom ProjectThe Freedom Project013: Stopping Compulsive Eating, Comparison, & ChoicesToday on The Debrief - partner episode of the Limitless Athlete Podcast - Tom & Rachel guide you in how to stop compulsive thoughts and actions. It's vital you can get out of those mental ruts that cause you to plateau your growth. In this episode, you can expect to learn: Why you perform numbing behaviours What activities will help you mentally recover Building mindfulness in being an athlete How to stop leaderboarding   2021-12-2326 minThe Freedom ProjectThe Freedom Project013: How Dopamine Causes Leaderboarding, Glues You To Your Phone, & Impacts Mental Health w/ Dr. Anna LembkeToday on the Limitless Athlete Podcast, Coach Tom speaks to psychiatrist and author, Dr. Anna Lembke, about the role of dopamine and how to stop it ruining your progress as an athlete. There's two main topics of conversation here: leaderboarding, and phone addiction. These are the two forms of addiction which form the greatest destructive habits to athletes like yourself. Dopamine is an extremely powerful neurotransmitter and plays a huge role in addictive behaviours and emotional patterns. Questions we'll answer: Why are you addicted to the leaderboard even though it...2021-12-2059 minThe Freedom ProjectThe Freedom Project012: Fixing Low Mood, Burnout & Energy - Debrief w/ Richard Aceves InterviewToday on the Debrief, Coaches Rachel and Tom will be dropping tips on how to improve your mood, energy and drive through mindset training. They'll help you from both a mindset and a physical perspective to stop having to drag yourself to the gym. They'll be drawing on the episode they recorded with Richard Aceves of StrongFit and Movement Ayahuasca. If you want to listen to that episode, that will prep you for this episode, but you can listen to this individually too. Questions Tom and Rachel will answer include: What kind of rest...2021-12-1728 minThe Freedom ProjectThe Freedom Project011: 7 Tools To Being A Tougher Athlete & Increase Your Mental FortitudeToday on the Limitless Athlete, Rachel and Tom discuss 7 strategies you can use to increase your mental fortitude. 2021-12-0846 minThe Freedom ProjectThe Freedom Project010: How to Train Your Mindset for Endurance Events (Chris Hinshaw Debrief)Today, Rachel Binette & Tom Foxley discuss the mindset required for longer events. If you struggle with endurance style workouts, end up cherry picking shorter workouts, experience negative self-talk in longer events, or struggle when you get 4/5 through a longer WOD, this episode is for you. We draw heavily from the episode with Chris Hinshaw (episode 10 of the Limitless Athlete Podcast) 2021-12-0236 minThe Freedom ProjectThe Freedom Project008: Debrief of Alison Scudds on Prepping for Competitions, and the System to Shift your MindsetToday, Coach Rachel and Coach Tom pull out the key extracts from Alison Scudds's appearance on The Limitless Athlete Podcast. Our biggest focus in this show is bringing to light the process Alison has used to train her mind - the Mindset Rx'd Method 2021-11-1841 minThe Freedom ProjectThe Freedom Project007: Training Mental Toughness & Breaking Barriers - The Debrief - Justin LoFrancoToday, Coach Rachel and Coach Tom pull out the key extracts from Justin LoFranco's appearance on The Limitless Athlete Podcast. Most of our time is spent on how to break through our barriers and find new levels of performance in doing so. 2021-11-1135 minThe Freedom ProjectThe Freedom Project006: Using Visualisation the Right Way with Zack George - Fittest Man in the UKToday on the Limitless Athlete Podcast, you’ll be listening to a conversation between fittest man in the UK, Zack George, and Tom Foxley Zack has an incredible journey of not only physical change, but mindset growth too. As you’ll hear, Zack was overweight as a child, subsisting on a diet comprised mainly of junk food. However, Zack chose the route of growth and challenge in his journey from overweight kid, to one of the best CrossFit athletes in the world. Along the way, Zack’s identity shifted in a deliberately chosen fashio...2021-11-0152 minThe Freedom ProjectThe Freedom Project005: The Debrief - Sean WoodlandIn today's episode, Coaches Tom and Rachel discuss the Limitless Athlete Podcast with Sean Woodland and pull out the ways you can apply this to your own training and life. In particular, they discuss: Gratitude and how to create more of it The full tool box of mindset tools The balance of chaos and order 2021-10-2929 minThe Freedom ProjectThe Freedom Project004: The Debrief - Carl PaoliIn today's episode, Coaches Tom and Rachel discuss the Limitless Athlete Podcast with Carl Paoli and pull out the ways you can apply this to your own training and life. In particular, they discuss: The role of authenticity in being an athlete How to start your journaling practise How coaches can develop their mindset And much more besides 2021-10-2242 minThe Freedom ProjectThe Freedom Project003: The Debrief - Matt FitzgeraldIn today's episode, Coaches Tom and Rachel discuss the Limitless Athlete Podcast with Matt Fitzgerald and pull out the ways you can apply this to your own training and life. Topics include: The role of identity in training How to seek out hardship The value of 'Effort Over Outcome' And so much more For more mindset training resources, visit www.mindsetrxd.com or www.instagram.com/mindsetrxd  2021-10-0523 minThe Freedom ProjectThe Freedom Project003: Matt Fitzgerald On Mental Toughness, Comebacks & HardshipToday on the Limitless Athlete Podcast, Coach Tom is joined by author and celebrated coach, Matt Fitzgerald. The main lesson today is that a huge part of having a great mindset lies in being able to see the world clearly... all will be explained in today's episode. Topics also covered include: What is perceived effort and why does it play such a major role in training and competition? The techniques behind dealing with discomfort The value of 'Benign Shaming' How things will also go wrong, but what to do when they do to turn it into...2021-10-051h 21The Freedom ProjectThe Freedom Project002: The Debrief - Adam NeifferIn today's episode, Coaches Tom and Rachel discuss the Limitless Athlete Podcast with Adam Neiffer and pull out the ways you can apply this to your own training and life. Topics include: The value of *that* letter Coach Ed & his positive coaching style How 'belonging' is such a fundamental challenge for CrossFit athletes Living up to our values Visit www.mindsetrxd.com or www.instagram.com/mindsetrxd for more mindset resources 2021-10-0525 minThe Freedom ProjectThe Freedom Project002: Adam Neiffer on Coaching Justin Medeiros on his MindsetCoach Adam Neiffer joins host Tom Foxley on today's podcast. Adam speaks at length (albeit highly modestly!) on how he helped Justin Medeiros develop the necessary mindset to win the CrossFit Games in 2021. Alongside this, Adam discusses: How to discover our values and the importance of them in athletic success The first great coach that Adam ever found and how that shaped Adam's career Growing a high quality mindset How to separate emotions from outside factors 2021-10-051h 35The Freedom ProjectThe Freedom Project001: The Debrief - Emily RolfeIn today's episode, Coaches Tom and Rachel discuss the Limitless Athlete Podcast with Emily Rolfe and pull out the ways you can apply this to your own training and life. 2021-10-0532 minThe Freedom ProjectThe Freedom Project001: Emily Rolfe - Thriving In Adversity Through Trained FortitudeEmily Rolfe is a 3x CrossFit Games athlete and 15th fittest woman on earth at the 2021 CrossFit Games. In this episode, host Tom Foxley and Emily discuss: * How to thrive under the most challenging conditions (like getting e.coli at The CrossFit Games ) * The art of working with a mindset coach & how to get the most from it. * The one story which turned things around for Emily when the chips were down * How to balance the demands of a demanding full time job with being an elite athlete - (YES, it is possible) * The origins of Emily's mindset...2021-10-051h 07The Paul Burgess Functional Medicine podcastThe Paul Burgess Functional Medicine podcastTom Foxley - Mindset of a Champion Episode 83Tom Foxley from The Alpha Movement is back with us today to talk about how the mindset we have is so critical when it comes to not only performance but also everyday life.   We discuss how our beliefs dictate our actions  How to uncover the real beliefs we have about ourselves The best way to deconstruct limiting beliefs and reconstruct beneficial beliefs  Why you don't need to be the fittest on earth to be happy How using daily journaling can open up you mind to understand your own...2017-04-0742 min