Two lads from Dublin, exploring science, ancient wisdom, the brain, breathing, resilience, finding the others and much more. Hosted by Brian Pennie (doctor of neuroscience and psychology) and Níall Ó Murchú (breathing and cold expert).
Is Self-Care Selfish?
In this episode, Brian and Niall discuss:People coming in and out of your life as your values change. The role of drinking in Irish social life Saying "no" to make room for the things that are most important to youCreating a not-to-do listValues aligning with your actionsWhat is important but not urgent? Is breathing and meditation selfish? Find out more about Brian Pennie: https://www.brianpennie.comFind out more about Níall Ó Murchú: https://www.breathewithniall.comProduced by Conor Sweetman.
5/11/2023 • 16 minutes, 24 seconds
A Slice of Toxic Positivity
In this episode, Brian and Niall discuss:Favorite adviceLetting go of what you can't controlHaving a core set of valuesNiall’s story about him complaining when he was a teenager. Oppositional thinkingThoughts on 'toxic positivity' Happiness is a skill.Find out more about Brian Pennie: https://www.brianpennie.comFind out more about Níall Ó Murchú: https://www.breathewithniall.comProduced by Conor Sweetman.
5/4/2023 • 14 minutes
Building a Wall of Evidence
In this episode, Brian and Niall discuss:How to build wall of belief / evidenceFeeling fear and excitement at the same time…Differences between men and women in the ice bathsHow ice baths help with other fears (e.g. public speaking)Using adversity as a fuel for growthExpectations as a leveller of happinessExpectations without agreementsFind out more about Brian Pennie: https://www.brianpennie.comFind out more about Níall Ó Murchú: https://www.breathewithniall.comProduced by Conor Sweetman.
4/27/2023 • 23 minutes, 50 seconds
Win the morning. Win the day.
In this episode, Brian and Niall discuss:MorningsAntifragile visualisationBrian’s BAG routineHow breathing changes when you’re olderHow you can become care-free Being excited and afraid at the same timeFind out more about Brian Pennie: https://www.brianpennie.comFind out more about Níall Ó Murchú: https://www.breathewithniall.comProduced by Conor Sweetman.
4/20/2023 • 24 minutes, 9 seconds
"I am Agnes. I am strong. I can cope with anything"
In this episode, Brian and Niall discuss:Niall reflects on the passing of his mother-in-lawThe fine line between Self-belief and self-delusionalWhat happens when we dieBrian’s near-death experiencesFind out more about Brian Pennie: https://www.brianpennie.comFind out more about Níall Ó Murchú: https://www.breathewithniall.comProduced by Conor Sweetman.
4/13/2023 • 19 minutes, 22 seconds
When Fear is a Barrier to Living Fully
In this episode, Brian and Niall discuss:Sitting with fearVulnerabilityFear being part of our identity Practising difficult thingsThe wolf of hate and the wolf of love i which one are you going to feed?AccountabilityThe curse of assumptionsFind out more about Brian Pennie: https://www.brianpennie.comFind out more about Níall Ó Murchú: https://www.breathewithniall.comProduced by Conor Sweetman.