• Five Mind Tricks to Instantly Boost Your Confidence
    Jun 16 2025

    In this empowering episode of the Right Your Own Story podcast, I share Five Mind Tricks to Instantly Boost Your Confidence—practical, psychology-backed techniques to help you build greater confidence starting today.

    Whether you're struggling with self-esteem, want to show up more confidently at work or in relationships, or you’re on a journey of personal development and mindset growth, these five mind tricks will give you fast, accessible tools to shift your thinking and change how you feel.

    🔑 In this episode, you'll discover:

    • How to break the negative thought-emotion-behaviour cycle with The Confidence Loop

    • A simple mindset shift using Future You to guide your actions

    • Why changing your body language changes your confidence instantly

    • How to borrow belief when yours feels low

    • The power of using better self-talk and language to shape your identity

    These tools are rooted in therapeutic principles, coaching techniques, and real-life experience—delivered with warmth, honesty, and clarity.

    🧠 If you’ve been wondering how to be more confident, how to take control of your life, or how to stop old thinking patterns from holding you back, this is the episode for you.

    🎯 Want to go deeper?
    I’m working on something powerful to help you unlock your confidence even more — it’s coming soon. Comment the word “INTERESTED” on the YouTube version of this episode , and I’ll let you know when it’s ready!


    🔗 Watch the video on YouTube:
    Five Mind Tricks to Instantly Boost Your Confidence

    🌐 Looking for a therapist?
    If you’re ready to work with me 1:1 for therapy or confidence coaching, head to this LINK to book your free 30-minute consultation.


    🎧 Right Your Own Story is a space for self-leadership, mindset mastery, and rewriting the beliefs that hold you back. Subscribe, share, and remember — no matter what’s happened before…
    You can still right your own story.


    Best wishes,

    James

    #rightyourownstory #confidence #confidencetips

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    15 mins
  • Hiroo Onoda – The Japanese Soldier Who REFUSED to Surrender
    May 10 2025

    Hiroo Onoda – The Japanese Soldier Who REFUSED to Surrender is one of the most extraordinary tales ever. In this episode from Right Your Own Story, we dive deep into Hiroo Onoda's story. His unwavering mindset, his 30-year personal war, and what it teaches us today about belief, purpose, and identity. This incredible WW2 account is not only powerful. It's one of the most bizarre and inspiring pieces of Weird History you'll ever hear.From the dense jungles of Lubang Island, Philippines, Onoda stayed hidden for three decades, believing World War II was still ongoing. This story shows how deeply a person's mindset can shape their entire reality, even against all logic, change, or evidence. You'll explore the psychology behind it, what kept him going, and why this tale has earned him comparisons to The Last Samurai.As we journey through this Hiroo Onoda story, we'll reflect on how our own belief systems can either trap or empower us, and how you can apply these insights to your own life. Whether you're feeling lost, stuck, or just curious about WW2 legends, Japanese history, or personal transformation, this episode will resonate deeply.

    📌 If you're struggling with finding a way out of your jungle and need support, I offer 1:1 therapy sessions.

    Click this link to arrange your free 30-minute consultation.


    Subscribe to Right Your Own Story for more insights on personal growth, mental well-being, and self-empowerment.

    🔗 Here are some other links that may be of interest too:

    📚 The Squirrel That Lost Its Nut - A Therapy Book For Children.

    You can purchase it on Amazon here:

    👉 UK Amazon Link - ⁠https://amzn.to/3Ok9cy4⁠

    👉 US Amazon Link - ⁠https://a.co/d/8Uij7fQ⁠

    I talk about it in this video - ⁠https://youtu.be/Xv9oWdZ-P0s⁠


    📚 The 10 Monkeys - A Therapy Book For Children.

    I talk about it in this video - ⁠https://youtu.be/ChSNIbNh4KI⁠

    🔗 UK Amazon Link - ⁠https://amzn.to/3Tt1zIN⁠

    🔗 US Amazon Link - ⁠https://a.co/d/cVPux64⁠

    📚 Want to journal your way to success? If so, I have something that you will love.

    Brand new, I have created 'The 1-Minute, 365-Day Appreciation Journal', but it is a journal with a difference.


    👉 Here is a ⁠⁠video link⁠⁠ to check it out - ⁠https://youtu.be/FRW4HreyQYc⁠


    To purchase the journal, click on the relevant link below:

    👉 Here is the ⁠⁠UK Amazon link⁠⁠ ⁠- ⁠https://amzn.to/3QWVljr⁠

    👉 Here is the ⁠⁠US Amazon link⁠⁠ - ⁠https://a.co/d/bK6TUIA⁠


    To follow me on social media, click on the following links:

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    🔗 ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ - ⁠https://www.instagram.com/rightyourownstory/⁠

    🔗 ⁠⁠My Website⁠⁠ - ⁠https://rightyourownstory.co.uk/⁠


    Catch up on my podcasts on your favourite platforms:

    👉 Spotify ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/0eS0k7TLPzE0dNCDwkQl2A⁠

    👉 Google ⁠podcasthttps://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy82YzUwMjU3OC9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw?sa=X&ved=0CAMQ4aUDahcKEwiQnvSg49j5AhUAAAAAHQAAAAAQAQ&hl=en-GB⁠

    👉 iTunes podcast ⁠linkhttps://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/right-your-own-story/id1586701217⁠


    👉 Subscribe for more insights on personal development, success strategies, and practical tips for building the life you want.


    #rightyourownstory #hirooonada #beliefsystems


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    10 mins
  • The Emotional Mastery Secret of a 1000 Year Old King.
    Apr 20 2025
    The Emotional Mastery Secret of a 1,000-Year-Old King.What does a Viking king from over a thousand years ago have to teach us about emotional mastery today?In this episode of Right Your Own Story, and inspired by a recent beach walk I went on, I talk about the powerful and misunderstood story of King Canute (also known as King Cnut, the Viking King of England). You may have heard of the king who tried to stop the tide… but the truth behind that story holds a timeless lesson about control, perspective, and inner strength.We dive into:The real history of King Canute the Great and his misunderstood legacyWhy emotional mastery starts with recognising what we can’t controlHow Canute’s story relates to modern life, therapy, and resilienceA simple metaphor you can use in your own life: You can’t stop the tide - but you can learn how to sail.Regardless of your profession, age, background, or simply someone navigating the waves of modern life, this story offers a reflective pause and a fresh compass heading.🎧 Tune in to discover how a Viking king might just help you keep control, set your emotional sails, and ride life’s tides with more clarity and calm.📌 If you're struggling with finding a way out of the storm and need support, I offer 1:1 therapy sessions. Click this link to arrange your free 30-minute consultation. Subscribe to Right Your Own Story for more insights on personal growth, mental well-being, and self-empowerment.🔗 Here are some other links that may be of interest too:📚 The Squirrel That Lost Its Nut - A Therapy Book For Children. You can purchase it on Amazon here:👉 UK Amazon Link - https://amzn.to/3Ok9cy4👉 US Amazon Link - https://a.co/d/8Uij7fQI talk about it in this video - https://youtu.be/Xv9oWdZ-P0s📚 The 10 Monkeys - A Therapy Book For Children.I talk about it in this video - https://youtu.be/ChSNIbNh4KI🔗 UK Amazon Link - https://amzn.to/3Tt1zIN🔗 US Amazon Link - https://a.co/d/cVPux64📚 Want to journal your way to success? If so, I have something that you will love. Brand new, I have created 'The 1-Minute, 365-Day Appreciation Journal', but it is a journal with a difference. 👉 Here is a ⁠⁠video link⁠⁠ to check it out - https://youtu.be/FRW4HreyQYcTo purchase the journal, click on the relevant link below: 👉 Here is the ⁠⁠UK Amazon link⁠⁠ ⁠- https://amzn.to/3QWVljr👉 Here is the ⁠⁠US Amazon link⁠⁠ - https://a.co/d/bK6TUIATo follow me on social media, click on the following links: 🔗 ⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠ - https://www.facebook.com/RightYourOwnStory🔗 ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ - https://www.instagram.com/rightyourownstory/🔗 ⁠⁠My Website⁠⁠ - https://rightyourownstory.co.uk/Catch up on my podcasts on your favourite platforms:👉 Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/0eS0k7TLPzE0dNCDwkQl2A👉 Google podcasthttps://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy82YzUwMjU3OC9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw?sa=X&ved=0CAMQ4aUDahcKEwiQnvSg49j5AhUAAAAAHQAAAAAQAQ&hl=en-GB👉 iTunes podcast linkhttps://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/right-your-own-story/id1586701217👉 Subscribe for more insights on personal development, success strategies, and practical tips for building the life you want.#rightyourownstory #boundarysetting #personalboundaries
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  • X5 UNUSUAL CONCEPTS For Boundary Setting That Work
    Mar 24 2025

    X5 UNUSUAL CONCEPTS For Boundary Setting That Work.

    Think you know everything about setting boundaries? Think again!

    In this episode, I share X5 UNUSUAL CONCEPTS for Boundary Setting That Work, helping you create healthy boundaries in relationships, at work, and in everyday life—without guilt or second-guessing.


    We often hear the usual advice about how to set boundaries, but what if some unexpected strategies actually work better?

    In this episode of Right Your Own Story, I cover:

    ✅ The ‘Limited Offer’ Strategy – Stop overcommitting by treating your time like a limited edition product.

    ✅ The ‘Pause Before Yes’ Rule – Avoid impulsive agreements by taking a moment before responding.

    ✅ Do Actions, Not Words – Not all limits need to be verbalised—your actions can set the tone.

    ✅ Reversing the Script – Use boundary violators’ own words to reinforce your limits.

    ✅ The ‘Energy Budget’ – Regularly check where your energy is going and adjust accordingly, plus

    ✅ A Free Guided Meditation on Boundary Setting, just for you.

    Here is the link for it:https://youtu.be/cFK6Eohs92k

    Whether you’re setting boundaries at work, improving boundaries in relationships, or learning how to set boundaries with people, these fresh approaches will help you feel more in control of your time, energy, and mental well-being.

    ✨ Which concept stood out to you the most? Let me know in the comments!

    📌 If you're struggling with boundary setting and need support, I offer 1:1 therapy sessions.

    Click this link to arrange your free 30-minute consultation - https://tidycal.com/rightyourownstory/30-minute-consultation

    Subscribe to Right Your Own Story for more insights on personal growth, mental well-being, and self-empowerment.

    🔗 Here are some other links that may be of interest too:

    📚 The Squirrel That Lost Its Nut - A Therapy Book For Children. You can purchase it on Amazon here:

    👉 UK Amazon Link - https://amzn.to/3Ok9cy4

    👉 US Amazon Link - https://a.co/d/8Uij7fQ

    I talk about it in this video - https://youtu.be/Xv9oWdZ-P0s


    📚 The 10 Monkeys - A Therapy Book For Children.

    I talk about it in this video - https://youtu.be/ChSNIbNh4KI

    🔗 UK Amazon Link - https://amzn.to/3Tt1zIN

    🔗 US Amazon Link - https://a.co/d/cVPux64

    📚 Want to journal your way to success? If so, I have something that you will love.

    Brand new, I have created 'The 1-Minute, 365-Day Appreciation Journal', but it is a journal with a difference.

    👉 Here is a ⁠⁠video link⁠⁠ to check it out - https://youtu.be/FRW4HreyQYc

    To purchase the journal, click on the relevant link below:

    👉 Here is the ⁠⁠UK Amazon link⁠⁠ ⁠- https://amzn.to/3QWVljr

    👉 Here is the ⁠⁠US Amazon link⁠⁠ - https://a.co/d/bK6TUIA

    To follow me on social media, click on the following links:

    🔗 ⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠ - https://www.facebook.com/RightYourOwnStory

    🔗 ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ - https://www.instagram.com/rightyourownstory/

    🔗 ⁠⁠My Website⁠⁠ - https://rightyourownstory.co.uk/

    Catch up on my podcasts on your favourite platforms:

    👉 Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/0eS0k7TLPzE0dNCDwkQl2A

    👉 Google podcasthttps://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy82YzUwMjU3OC9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw?sa=X&ved=0CAMQ4aUDahcKEwiQnvSg49j5AhUAAAAAHQAAAAAQAQ&hl=en-GB

    👉 iTunes podcast linkhttps://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/right-your-own-story/id1586701217

    👉 Subscribe for more insights on personal development, success strategies, and practical tips for building the life you want.

    #rightyourownstory #boundarysetting #personalboundaries

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    6 mins
  • Dreams and Nightmares - Why Do We Have Them?
    Mar 3 2025

    Dreams and Nightmares - Why Do We Have Them?


    Have you ever woken up from a nightmare, heart racing, and wondered, "Why do I keep having these dreams?" Or maybe you’ve experienced vivid dreams that feel so real, they linger long after you wake up.


    In this episode of the Right Your Own Story Podcast, we explore the fascinating world of dreams and nightmares—why we have them, what they mean, and how they can reveal hidden messages from the unconscious mind.


    I also dive into vicarious trauma, explaining how witnessing someone else’s suffering can lead to recurring PTSD dreams and nightmares.


    🔹 What You’ll Learn in This Podcast:

    ✔️ Why do we dream? The role of the unconscious mind
    ✔️ Why do we have nightmares? How your brain processes fear and stress
    ✔️ Vicarious trauma – why witnessing others’ pain can lead to bad dreams and nightmares
    ✔️ How your brain waves (Alpha, Beta, Delta, Theta, Gamma) impact dreaming
    ✔️ The subconscious mind’s tactic to wake you up from a nightmare
    ✔️ Can therapy help? When nightmares might be a sign to seek support


    👉 The YouTube Version


    If you’re struggling with recurring nightmares, PTSD dreams, or unresolved trauma, book a FREE consultation to explore how therapy can help.
    📌 Book Your Free 30-Minute Consultation HERE.

    Have you ever had a nightmare that felt real? Do you experience repeating dreams? I’d love to hear your thoughts—drop me a message or comment on the episode!

    📢 Don’t forget to follow & subscribe for more deep dives into the mind, personal growth, and self-discovery!


    🔗 Here are some other links that may be of interest too:

    📚 The Squirrel That Lost Its Nut - A Therapy Book For Children.

    You can purchase it on Amazon here:

    👉 UK Amazon Link - https://amzn.to/3Ok9cy4

    👉 US Amazon Link - https://a.co/d/8Uij7fQ

    I talk about it in this video - https://youtu.be/Xv9oWdZ-P0s


    📚 The 10 Monkeys - A Therapy Book For Children.

    I talk about it in this video - https://youtu.be/ChSNIbNh4KI

    🔗 UK Amazon Link - https://amzn.to/3Tt1zIN

    🔗 US Amazon Link - https://a.co/d/cVPux64


    📚 Want to journal your way to success? If so, I have something that you will love.

    I have created 'The 1-Minute, 365-Day Appreciation Journal', but it is a journal with a difference.

    👉 Here is a ⁠⁠video link⁠⁠ to check it out - https://youtu.be/FRW4HreyQYc

    To purchase the journal, click on the relevant link below:

    👉 Here is the ⁠⁠UK Amazon link⁠⁠ ⁠- https://amzn.to/3QWVljr

    👉 Here is the ⁠⁠US Amazon link⁠⁠ - https://a.co/d/bK6TUIA


    To follow me on social media, click on the following links:

    🔗 ⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠ - https://www.facebook.com/RightYourOwnStory

    🔗 ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ - https://www.instagram.com/rightyourownstory/

    🔗 ⁠⁠My Website⁠⁠ - https://rightyourownstory.co.uk/


    👉 Subscribe for more insights on personal development, success strategies, and practical tips for building the life you want.


    Best wishes,

    James


    #rightyourownstory #dreams #nightmares

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    12 mins
  • #132 - I Tried Napoleon Hill's 13 Success Principles
    Feb 16 2025

    I Tried Napoleon Hill's 13 Success Principles.


    Ever wondered if Napoleon Hill’s best-selling book, Think and Grow Rich, truly holds the keys to success?


    In this podcast episode, I explain how I have used Napoleon Hill's 13 Success Principles to see if they work in real life!


    From Desire and Faith to the intriguing concept of Sex Transmutation, I break down each principle with practical insights and personal reflections.


    🔹 What You’ll Learn in This Podcast:

    ✅ The Causes of Success Napoleon Hill uncovered through interviews with Andrew Carnegie and other great minds.

    ✅ How principles like Autosuggestion, Organised Planning, and the Master Mind shape our success.

    ✅ The role of the Subconscious Mind, The Brain, and The Sixth Sense in achieving your goals.

    ✅ Why Specialised Knowledge Think and Grow Rich teaches is a game-changer.

    ✅ The connection between Personal Development, the Law of Attraction, and real-world success.


    📖 Buy Think and Grow RichHERE.


    💬 Have you applied any of these principles in your life? Drop a comment below!


    📩 Subscribe to Right Your Own Story for more personal growth & success content!


    Do you need some help yourself? If so, click this LINKto arrange your free 30-minute consultation.


    🔗 Here are some other links that may be of interest too:

    📚 The Squirrel That Lost Its Nut - A Therapy Book For Children.

    You can purchase it on Amazon here:

    👉 UK Amazon Link - https://amzn.to/3Ok9cy4

    👉 US Amazon Link - https://a.co/d/8Uij7fQ

    I talk about it in this video - https://youtu.be/Xv9oWdZ-P0s


    📚 The 10 Monkeys - A Therapy Book For Children.

    I talk about it in this video - https://youtu.be/ChSNIbNh4KI

    🔗 UK Amazon Link - https://amzn.to/3Tt1zIN

    🔗 US Amazon Link - https://a.co/d/cVPux64


    📚 Want to journal your way to success? If so, I have something that you will love.

    I have created 'The 1-Minute, 365-Day Appreciation Journal', but it is a journal with a difference.

    👉 Here is a ⁠⁠video link⁠⁠ to check it out - https://youtu.be/FRW4HreyQYc

    To purchase the journal, click on the relevant link below:

    👉 Here is the ⁠⁠UK Amazon link⁠⁠ ⁠- https://amzn.to/3QWVljr

    👉 Here is the ⁠⁠US Amazon link⁠⁠ - https://a.co/d/bK6TUIA


    To follow me on social media, click on the following links:

    🔗 ⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠ - https://www.facebook.com/RightYourOwnStory

    🔗 ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ - https://www.instagram.com/rightyourownstory/

    🔗 ⁠⁠My Website⁠⁠ - https://rightyourownstory.co.uk/


    👉 Subscribe for more insights on personal development, success strategies, and practical tips for building the life you want.


    Best wishes,

    James


    #napoleonhill #thinkandgrowrich #rightyourownstory


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    13 mins
  • #131 - Burning Letters: The Therapy of Letter Writing and Letting Go
    Jan 20 2025

    Burning Letters: The Therapy of Letter Writing and Letting Go

    Have you ever struggled to let go of something that’s holding you back? In this video, I explore the powerful ritual of burning letters and how it can help you release the past, heal emotional wounds, and move forward with clarity.

    Using a simple yet profound 5-step process, I guide you through the transformative act of writing a goodbye letter, performing a symbolic ceremony, and finally letting go—no strings attached.

    This practice can help you with:
    ✨ Letting go of trauma and limiting beliefs
    ✨ Releasing toxic relationships or breakups
    ✨ Manifesting a fresh start using the law of attraction (LOA)
    ✨ Moving on and leaving the past where it belongs

    I’ve included footage of my own ceremony to show you how impactful this can be. From scripting and intention-setting to the release itself, each step is designed to help you heal, grow, and feel lighter.

    If you’ve ever wondered how to let go, how to perform a burn letter ritual, or even how to script your intentions for manifestation, this video is for you. Let’s leave behind the weight of the past and make room for the new.

    👉 Have you tried this technique? Share your experience in the comments below!

    🎥 Watch the full video to learn:

    How to do a burning ritual step by step Tips for letting go of attachment and moving on How to manifest anything fast by releasing what no longer serves you

    Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share this with someone who needs to let go and move forward. Let’s 'right' a new story, together.


    ✨ Do you need some help yourself? If so, click this link to arrange your free 30-minute consultation.

    📖 Right Your Own Story

    #rightyourownstory #burningritual #lettinggotechnique

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    11 mins
  • #130 - How To Save Money For Christmas
    Dec 11 2024

    How To Save Money For Christmas Looking for smart ways to have a debt-free Christmas? In this week’s episode of Right Your Own Story, How To Save Money For Christmas, I share a simple, effective budgeting strategy using a metal biscuit tin!

    Whether you’re dealing with financial stress, battling consumerism, or navigating the cost of living in 2024, this tip will help you create a Christmas budget for 2025 that works for you. Here’s the plan: deposit money into the tin weekly—start with £1 in week one, £2 in week two, and so on until week 52, and you’ll have £1,378 by next Christmas! I also explore two alternative methods: Add significant amounts when possible (e.g., £10 in week one, £5 in week two). Start high and work backwards (e.g., £52 in week one, £51 in week two).

    This method is perfect for building financial literacy, planning a debt-free Christmas, and managing money-saving tips throughout the year.

    Whether you’re saving for gifts, decorations, or just peace of mind, these strategies can help you enjoy the holidays without a financial hangover. 🎄 Ready to learn how to save money for Christmas all year? Hit play, and let’s make 2024 a stress-free, cash-positive Christmas! 🎁 ✅ Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe to Right Your Own Story for more money management and budgeting hacks. 👉 Timestamps 00:00 - Introduction 00:28 - £1378 00:58 - The How 01:25 - Starting Off 01:50 - Over £1000 02:07 - Strategy 2 03:07 - Strategy 3 03:40 - Why I Started Doing This 05:12 - Why You Should Subscribe ✨ Do you need some help yourself? If so, click this link to arrange your free 30-minute consultation.


    My best wishes,

    James


    #ChristmasBudget #MoneySavingTips #rightyourownstory

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    6 mins