Move Your Mind with Nick Bracks

Imagine losing your mother to cancer, going through twelve rounds of IVF and multiple miscarriages with your partner, surviving a near-fatal fall, and then being told you have three months to live… and somehow, turning all of that into purpose.In today’s episode, I sit down with Barry Du Bois who is a builder turned TV host & mental health advocate. Barry is a living example of resilience - he has one of the most powerful life stories I’ve ever heard.We talk about grief, masculinity, mental health, fatherhood, and how to keep going when life keeps knocking you down.If you’re feeling stuck, burnt out, or just need perspective - this conversation could point you in the right direction. TOPICS:Resilience through adversity (cancer, grief, IVF struggles)Masculinity and emotional expressionThe power of community, vulnerability, and purposeMORE FROM NICK:Book a FREE call here to learn about the Move Your Mind Program: https://tinyurl.com/yc3zmu35Find all links here: https://nickbracks.start.page/Sign up to the website: nickbracks.comConnect with Nick on Instagram, Twitter & LinkedInMORE FROM BARRY:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/baz_duboisWebsite: https://barrydubois.com/Men's Health Week: https://www.amhf.org.au/men_s_health_week_australia

Sometimes the real risk is not taking a leap - it’s staying exactly where you are…In this episode, I sit down with John Marvin, a business leader and personal growth advocate who’s spent decades transforming companies and challenging people to think bigger. John went from working in healthcare marketing to leading a 90-year-old brand into a new era & along the way, he realised that most people aren’t stuck because of lack of opportunity… they’re stuck because of fear.We talk about why playing it safe feels comfortable but kills growth, how to break out of mental loops that keep you small, and why you don’t need to have it all figured out to start making changes now.TOPICS:The fear of change & how it limits personal growthThe power of mindset & daily discipline in creating long-term successThe impact of your environment & relationships on your ability to evolveMORE FROM NICK:Book a FREE call here to learn about the Move Your Mind Program: https://tinyurl.com/yc3zmu35Find all links here: https://nickbracks.start.page/Sign up to the website: nickbracks.comConnect with Nick on Instagram, Twitter & LinkedInMORE FROM JOHN:https://www.linkedin.com/in/jdmarvin/

Most of us hate conflict. We avoid it, tiptoe around it, and convince ourselves we’re just “keeping the peace.” But what if avoiding conflict is actually costing us more than we realise...in our relationships, our work, and even our mental health?In this episode, I sit down with human behaviour expert and leadership coach Sacha Koffman to unpack why we avoid difficult conversations, how unresolved tension builds into resentment, and what we can do to handle conflict in a way that’s honest, healthy, and empowering.TOPICS:Why we avoid conflictHealthy vs unhealthy conflictHow to give and receive feedback effectivelyMORE FROM NICK:Book a FREE call here to learn about the Move Your Mind Program: https://tinyurl.com/yc3zmu35Find all links here: https://nickbracks.start.page/Sign up to the website: nickbracks.comConnect with Nick on Instagram, Twitter & LinkedInMORE FROM SACHA: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sachakoffman

What happens when you're told you're destined for greatness before you even hit puberty?At the age of 12, Todd Ley was the number one junior tennis player in the world. By 17, it all came crashing down.In this conversation, we unpack the brutal pressure of elite sport, the silent damage that can happen behind the scenes, and how chasing greatness as a kid left Todd battling addiction, identity loss, and total burnout as a man.TOPICS:The dark side of elite youth sportAddiction and identity loss after tennisRebuilding from rock bottomMORE FROM NICK:Book a FREE call here to learn about the Move Your Mind Program: https://tinyurl.com/yc3zmu35Find all links here: https://nickbracks.start.page/Sign up to the website: nickbracks.comConnect with Nick on Instagram, Twitter & LinkedInMORE FROM TODD: https://www.instagram.com/tley88/?hl=en

When life feels overwhelming, it’s easy to think you’re just not built to handle it.But what if resilience isn’t something you're born with – it’s something you can build?In this episode, I sit down with Melli O’Brien who is a mindfulness teacher, resilience expert, and the founder of mindfulness.com. Melli shares simple, real-world strategies to stop getting trapped by negative thoughts, strengthen your emotional resilience, and reconnect with a deeper sense of purpose — even when everything around you feels chaotic.TOPICS:How to build true emotional and mental resilience (without relying on willpower alone)Why disconnection from our values leads to overwhelm and unhappinessHow to navigate fear, uncertainty, and setbacks by reconnecting with your deeper purposeMORE FROM NICK:Book a FREE call here to learn about the Move Your Mind Program: https://tinyurl.com/yc3zmu35Find all links here: https://nickbracks.start.page/Sign up to the website: nickbracks.comConnect with Nick on Instagram, Twitter & LinkedInMORE FROM MELLI: https://melliobrien.com/

What if the only thing standing between you and the life you want… is a belief you didn’t even know you had?In this episode, I sit down with wealth mindset coach and author Emma Lagerlow to talk about why you might feel stuck—even when you’re doing all the “right” things.We unpack the hidden beliefs that quietly shape your decisions, the difference between purpose and validation, and what it actually takes to feel grounded in your own life.If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, disconnected, or unsure whether you’re on the right path—this one’s worth a listen.TOPICS:Identifying and transforming limiting beliefsLiving in alignment with your core values and purposeOvercoming overwhelm and societal pressure by simplifying your pathMORE FROM NICK:Book a FREE call here to learn about the Move Your Mind Program: https://tinyurl.com/yc3zmu35Find all links here: https://nickbracks.start.page/Sign up to the website: nickbracks.comConnect with Nick on Instagram, Twitter & LinkedInMORE FROM EMMA:https://www.emmalagerlow.com/

What would you do if you lost ten years of your life? Not to heartbreak, or failure—but to a prison cell.I sat down with Jesse White, who spent his entire twenties locked up.He grew up with no real chance… lost his dad at 3, his mum was addicted to heroin and by 19, he was behind bars.What really stood out wasn’t just what he went through, but how incredibly honest he is about all of it… the anger, the pain, the self-doubt—and what it actually took to rebuild his life from scratch.He is now running his own business, mentoring kids, and doing everything they said he’d never do.This episode is raw. It’s confronting. And if you’ve ever felt stuck or like you were too far gone to change… I think you’ll take something from this.TOPICS:- Surviving and mentally navigating prison- Rebuilding life after incarceration- Turning pain into purpose through discipline and serviceMORE FROM NICK:Book a FREE call here to learn about the Move Your Mind Program: https://tinyurl.com/yc3zmu35Find all links here: https://nickbracks.start.page/Sign up to the website: nickbracks.comConnect with Nick on Instagram, Twitter & LinkedInMORE FROM JESSE:https://www.instagram.com/direct/t/17844924203756464/

What if the life you want is already trying to find you—& all you need to do is get out of your own way?In this episode, I sit down with Julie-Anne Lee, a transformation coach, spiritual guide, and founder of the ALLOW method. We talk about what it really takes to live a life that feels good on the inside, not just one that looks good from the outside.Julie-Anne spent years chasing external success before realizing that peace of mind & purpose don’t come from proving your worth—they come from remembering it. We dive deep into the patterns that keep high achievers stuck, why people-pleasing is actually a form of control, and how to reconnect with yourself when your mind is just too loud.TOPICS:Letting go of control to reconnect with joy and purposeBreaking free from people-pleasing and self-sabotageRebuilding self-worth through spiritual and mindset practicesMORE FROM NICK:Book a FREE call here to learn about the Move Your Mind Program: https://tinyurl.com/yc3zmu35Find all links here: https://nickbracks.start.page/Sign up to the website: nickbracks.comConnect with Nick on Instagram, Twitter & LinkedInMORE FROM JULIE-ANNE:https://www.julie-annelee.com/https://allow.passion.io/app/products/256042/lessons/4381862

What if the life you want is hiding behind the excuses you keep making?In this episode, I sit down with Ngo Okafor - who is a two-time Golden Gloves champion and founder of Iconoclast Fitness in NYC. He shares the truth about what it actually takes to transform your body, your mindset, and your life. Ngo didn’t start boxing until age 31. He built his dream gym from scratch while training clients 14 hours a day and raising a family. But what sets him apart isn’t talent—it’s discipline. Relentless, unshakeable discipline. We talk about why most people say they want to change, but never do, how to break out of toxic habits and mental loops and why starting small, staying consistent, and getting honest with yourself is the only real way forward.If you’ve ever said “I don’t have time” or “I’ll start tomorrow”—this episode will challenge you to take a hard look in the mirror…and finally start showing up for the life you say you want.TOPICS:Discipline vs. excusesThe Mental and physical health connectionBuilding from zero to transformationMORE FROM NICK:Book a FREE call here to learn about the Move Your Mind Program: https://tinyurl.com/yc3zmu35Find all links here: https://nickbracks.start.page/Sign up to the website: nickbracks.comConnect with Nick on Instagram, Twitter & LinkedInMORE FROM NGO:https://www.ngookafor.com/