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The Work

James Shireby

Helping men grow by doing the work that matters.

education self-improvement

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43:29

How to Really Build Confidence - Without Perfection...

The Work ·

2025/08/22

Most men think confidence means never failing. Or never doubting yourself. That’s wrong. Real confidence is built in the messy, uncomfortable moments — when you fail, doubt yourself, and still keep moving forward. In this episode of The Work, I break down: Why confidence and resilience go hand-in-handHow perfection is silently killing your confidenceWhat’s holding you back from building competence And how to move forward even when fear and doubt show upConfidence isn’t a destination ...

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56:32

How to Really Change Your Behaviour (Part 2)

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2025/08/15

Most people think behaviour change is about willpower — it’s not. It’s about setting up your environment, regulating your emotions, and building systems that make it easier to follow through, even on the hard days. In Part 2 of this series, I’m sharing the practical tools you need to make real, sustainable change: How to design your environment for successBuilding “emotional fitness” so feelings don’t derail your goalsA simple 5-question action plan to create clarity and focusHow to b...

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40:49

How to Really Change Your Behaviour (part 1)

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2025/08/08

Why does change feel so hard — even when you want it? It’s not because you’re lazy. It’s not a willpower issue. And it’s not about needing more motivation. Real behaviour change starts beneath the surface — with your identity, values, mindset, and the emotional blocks that keep you stuck. In this episode of The Work, I break down: 🔹 Why knowing what to do isn’t enough 🔹 How misalignment leads to self-sabotage 🔹 The 4 mindset blocks that keep men stuck 🔹 The DARE framework to create change

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44:26

The 3 Pillars of Great Health and Wellbeing

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2025/08/01

Your health is the foundation for everything you do in life — your energy, your mood, your focus, and your relationships. But with so much conflicting advice out there, it can feel overwhelming to know where to start. In this episode of The Work with James Shireby, I break down the three foundational pillars of health and wellbeing: 1️⃣ Sleep – why it’s your ultimate recovery tool 2️⃣ Nutrition – how to fuel your body without overcomplicating it 3️⃣ Exercise – building strength, energy, and...

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36:12

The Path to Purpose - Why So Many Men Feel Lost

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2025/07/18

Ever feel like you’re just going through the motions? You’re not alone. I speak with men who are feeling a little flat and lost and not sure why. They’ve achieved the things that they thought would make them happy but still feel they are missing something. Something to care about. Something to wake up for. Something that gives their struggle meaning. In this episode, I talk about what purpose really is, why it matters, and how to start building a life that actually feels worth living....

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63:42

How to Manage Your Emotions - Without Letting Them...

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2025/07/11

Ever feel like your emotions get the better of you? One minute you’re calm — the next, you’re snapping, shutting down, or stuck in shame. You’re not broken. You just haven’t been taught the tools. In this episode of The Work, I break down what emotional management really means — and why it’s one of the most important skills a man can develop. We cover: → Why managing emotions is the root of real change → How your past influences your present reactions → A practical step-by-step process to r...

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48:15

The Truth About Building a Healthy Relationship and...

The Work ·

2025/07/04

Your relationships are more powerful than you think. They shape how you think, feel, and behave — often without you realising it. In this episode, I explore how relationships impact men’s mental health and wellbeing. We’ll unpack why connection matters, how emotional patterns from your past show up in your relationships today, and how to build better connections through self-awareness and communication. If you’ve ever felt disconnected, stuck in the same arguments, or unsure why your rela...

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47:31

How to Know If You're in a Good Place Mentally

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2025/06/27

How do you actually know if you’re in a good place mentally? Not by ticking boxes. Not by pretending everything’s fine. But by how you respond when things aren’t. By how honest you are with yourself. By how grounded you feel in your values, even on the hard days. In this episode of The Work, I walk through 5 real signs of strong mental health. Not from a textbook — but from life. What it looks like to process your past, set healthy boundaries, manage your emotions, and stay steady in yo...

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40:18

When Life Gets Hard - How to Cope and Keep Moving...

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2025/06/20

Life is hard sometimes. Struggle is part of the process — not a sign you’re failing. In this episode, I share simple but powerful strategies to help you stay grounded when life feels overwhelming. We talk about how to build resilience, manage your emotions, and keep showing up — even when it’s tough. This isn’t about pretending everything’s fine. It’s about learning how to respond with strength, self-awareness, and intention. If you’re in a season of stress, uncertainty, or burnout — th...

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47:51

How To Challenge the Thoughts That Keep You Stuck

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2025/06/13

This week we’re talking about beliefs. The stories you tell yourself shape how you feel, how you act, and what you think is possible. Some beliefs move you forward. Others keep you stuck. In this episode, I break down: What limiting beliefs areHow they quietly shape your lifeWhy most limiting beliefs aren’t facts — they’re just practiced thoughtsAnd how you can start challenging the ones that hold you back If you want to grow, you need to pay attention to the beliefs you’re carryin...

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13:21

What is The Work: And How Can It Help You

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2025/06/12

Welcome to my new podcast. The Work. A podcast that helps men grow and develop by doing the work that matters. In this short podcast I share with you what The Work is and how it can help you. My focus is to help you live a fulfilling, happy and successful life by working on yourself and taking positive action. Helping you live a life of purpose, strength and resilience and be able to be strong and support the people you love and care about in the right way. Get in touch: In...

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31:08

The Weight of Stress: And What to Do About It

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2025/06/06

This week is packed full of practical advice to help you cope with stress effectively. Expect to learn: Difference between short term stress and chronic stress. The best analogy to understand stress. Understanding the loads and stressors in your life. Looking at your behaviours and reactions to stress. 6 of the best tools to manage stress. Get in touch: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/james_shireby/ Email: jamesshireby@hotmail.com Interview episodes you might ...

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28:31

Where should you be placing your time, energy and focus?

The Work ·

2025/05/29

Struggling to Find Direction? Here’s How to Get Clear on Your Values (and Why It Matters More Than Ever) There’s probably no more important question in life than this: What’s worth caring about? In a world full of noise, knowing what truly matters to you is what brings clarity, direction, and meaning. We’re living in an age of overwhelming choice. Where to live, who to date, what job to take, what to eat, what to watch, what to believe. More options than ever. More distractions th...

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40:45

The most vital components of resilience

The Work ·

2025/05/22

This week I share with you how building your resilience can change your life. Expect to learn 10 components of resilience. Get in touch: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/james_shireby/ Email: jamesshireby@hotmail.com Interview episodes you might enjoy: Anthony Barnes: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vwZ3TikRV9s Chloe Thomas: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JQEhKfcAZgk Johnny Lawrence: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l_ErlDxpeGk Read more from me: https://twpt.co.uk/blog/77/...

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29:55

5 ways you can grow from highly stressful times

The Work ·

2025/05/16

This week I share 5 positives benefits from going through painful and difficult experiences. Expect to learn what these 5 benefits are and most important, how you get them. Get in touch: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/james_shireby/ Email: jamesshireby@hotmail.com Interview episodes you might enjoy: Anthony Barnes: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vwZ3TikRV9s Chloe Thomas: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JQEhKfcAZgk Johnny Lawrence: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l_ErlDxpeG...

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27:46

How to find out if you're struggling with your...

The Work ·

2025/05/09

Self-esteem is how you value, think and feel about yourself. It’s about the relationship you have with yourself. Self-esteem is important for good mental health, positive relationships and motivation and achievement. In this weeks episode I discuss how you know if you're struggling with your self-esteem and some things you can do to improve it. Get in touch: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/james_shireby/ Email: jamesshireby@hotmail.com Read more from me: https://tw...

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15:53

Can doing nothing be a good use of your time?

The Work ·

2025/05/01

How much time per day do you waste through distractions? Being distracted is normal and ok and not necessarily bad, but when you find yourself being constantly distracted and unable to focus it can become a problem. So what’s the remedy? Building up your tolerance to be still and silent. I know it feels counterintuitive. But spending small moments of doing nothing can actually serve you. It’s amazing how difficult and challenging it can be just to sit still for a few minutes. But these...

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28:26

5 tools to cope with stressful times

The Work ·

2025/04/25

In this weeks episode I share with you some of the best tools to help build your capacity to deal with stressful and difficult times. Expect to learn a mix of 5 behavioural and cognitive tools that can build resilience. I have also added 6 bonus strategies to bring calm and peace to your mind. Get in touch: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/james_shireby/ Email: jamesshireby@hotmail.com Read more from me: https://twpt.co.uk/blog/77/how-to-manage-your-negative-thoughts

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21:46

5 things every man needs

The Work ·

2025/04/18

In this weeks episode I share with you 5 foundational needs that are vital for a man to lead a fulfilling and successful life. Get in touch: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/james_shireby/ Email: jamesshireby@hotmail.com Read more from me: https://twpt.co.uk/blog/77/how-to-manage-your-negative-thoughts

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23:59

How to bring peace of mind

The Work ·

2025/04/11

Have you ever found yourself wrestling with difficult thoughts or emotions? Do you find yourself on auto piolet to the extent that you're not sure where time is going? Building mindfulness into you life can help cultivate more awareness and connection with the present moment. It can help create moments of calm and peace in your life. This week you will learn how creating more mindfulness will improve your experience of the world and bring you peace of mind, as well as ...

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