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Happy New Year Stompers! To kick off our ‘New Year, New Perspectives’ series in January, Dr Alex George is joined by his first returning guest: Dr Julie Smith. Julie is a Clinical Psychologist, bestselling author and the internet’s go-to therapist with over 6 million followers.In part 1, Julie explains how to stop being self critical, how to approach new years resolutions with a healthier mindset and she shares her thoughts on the ‘perfectionism crisis’ a lot of us are facing. Follow @drjulie and get her new book ‘Open When’ Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastGet the new, pocket guide version of The Mind Manual nowDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men

In part 3, David Larbi shares how to start journaling and why it could be the key to a happier year.David shares how he got into journaling, whether writing in your phone notes is enough and why it’s a great way to get out of a bad mood. Follow @davidlarbi and get his new book ‘Frequently Happy: 52 Mindful Moments to Bring Hope and Joy’ Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastTo improve your mental fitness, get Dr Alex’s book The Mind ManualDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men

In part 2, David Larbi and Dr Alex George discuss how the generations approach mental wellbeing differently, and the generation we should be following. David shares why he’s encouraged by Generation Z’s approach to mental health, how to define your happiest life and how to accept situations where things go wrong. Follow @davidlarbi and get his new book ‘Frequently Happy: 52 Mindful Moments to Bring Hope and Joy’ Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastTo improve your mental fitness, get Dr Alex’s book The Mind ManualDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men

Rounding up the final stomp of the year, content creator and writer David Larbi joins Dr Alex George to share his expertise on mindfulness and finding the small joys in life.In part 1, David shares how to find good moments every day, how to remind yourself that you deserve to be happy and why you should schedule in small moments of joy. Follow @davidlarbi and get his new book ‘Frequently Happy: 52 Mindful Moments to Bring Hope and Joy’ Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastTo improve your mental fitness, get Dr Alex’s book The Mind ManualDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men

In part 3, Dr Martin Brunet explains how Christmas can put a spotlight on underlying mental health issues, and offers advice for some common challenges you might be facing this season. Martin shares his tips on dealing with bereavement during this difficult time of year; if you have a loved one with an eating disorder Martin gives advice on how to support them during a holiday that is extremely food focussed; and Alex shares a health fact which highlights the benefits of a Christmas nap. Pre-order Martin’s book ‘Your Worry Makes Sense’ Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastTo improve your mental fitness, get Dr Alex’s book The Mind ManualDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men

In part 2, Dr Martin Brunet breaks down catastrophising thoughts: explaining how they can dominate your life and techniques to overcome them. Martin and Alex discuss breathing techniques you can try when you feel like you’re spiralling, how to put your thoughts into proportion with the issue at hand and how to navigate triggers. Pre-order Martin’s book ‘Your Worry Makes Sense’ Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastTo improve your mental fitness, get Dr Alex’s book The Mind ManualDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men

The festive period can bring on a lot of anxiety and worry for many of us, so this week Dr Alex George has invited on an specialist guest who can help with these exact feelings. Dr Martin Brunet is a GP who offers expert advice on mental health, specifically anxiety. In part 1, Martin explains that people often underestimate their ability to get burnt out, how to manage your worry and why it’s so important to acknowledge your anxiety instead of ignoring it. Pre-order Martin’s book ‘Your Worry Makes Sense’ Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastTo improve your mental fitness, get Dr Alex’s book The Mind ManualDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men

In part 3, Liz Earle MBE shares her wisdom and life lessons with Dr Alex on exercise, alcohol and friendships. Liz explains why she’s forced herself to lighten up over the years, why she seriously considers every social engagement before she says yes and the pair discuss the oxymoron of alcohol and wellbeing. Follow @lizearleme and get her latest book, A Better Second HalfFollow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastTo improve your mental fitness, get Dr Alex’s book The Mind ManualDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men

In part 2, Liz Earle shares with Dr Alex George how she went from beauty journalist to the household name we know today. Liz explains how she got into wellness when it was considered ‘woo woo’,  how the ‘Liz Earle’ skincare brand came to be and she offers her insights on health and wellbeing trends. If you want to know which trends have stood the test of time vs. those that turned out to be just a fad, then this conversation is a must listen. Follow @lizearleme and get her latest book, A Better Second HalfFollow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastTo improve your mental fitness, get Dr Alex’s book The Mind ManualDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men