Ep 5. Managing Stress, Anxiety & 'The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck'

Hello, everyone! It’s your friendly podcast hosts, Louis and Sam, here to share a bit about our personal journeys with stress and emotional management.

We’ve all had those days - the late-night cramming sessions at university, the nerve-wracking first jobs, and the mental toll it all takes. We’ve been there, and we’re here to tell you that it’s perfectly normal to feel stressed.

Over time, we’ve discovered strategies that help us keep our cool. From regular exercise and diaphragmatic breathing to simply venting to our loved ones, we’ve found ways to improve our mindset and handle stress. But the key, we’ve found, is self-reflection and finding healthy ways to manage stress.

In our chat, we delved into the benefits of diaphragmatic breathing and how it helps reduce stress and anxiety. We also shared our experiences with meditation and other activities that help us relax and focus. We touched on the concept of stoicism and how it can be applied to manage emotions and respond to challenging situations.

We also discussed some insightful books that have guided us on our journey. ‘The Chimp Paradox’ taught us about understanding and taming our ‘inner chimp.’ And ‘The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck’ challenged us to rethink the idea of being special and the importance of living a fulfilling life.

So, come join us as we navigate the ups and downs of life, learn to manage stress, and strive to live a fulfilling life. Remember, it’s not about being special, it’s about being you!