Tommy G Talks

Tommy G Talks - Episode 144: Do Kids Need To Feel Failure? (The Importance of Youth Participation in Sport)

 

“Kids need to learn how to lose…and sport gives them that lesson.”

As Chairman of The Jamie G Sporting Trust, I am always championing the importance of participation in sport for young people under the age of 18. 

Sport can expose us to and teach us so much at an early age. 

I believe that it is essential for children to understand that they don't always win. 

It’s beneficial to a young person to know that they can and will fail. That things won’t always go to plan. 

Within the safe frameworks of sport, this allows for resilience to be built and the ability to look inside.

To notice how they feel about certain outcomes when they don't go they hoped/intended, and then what steps/actions/practice needs to be done in order to improve. 

To learn that we can only ever control and account for our own efforts.

Because it’s actually not about winning and losing as such…it’s more about self improvement, skill progression, expression, teamwork, dealing with pressure and building discipline. To feel good about it. To enjoy the experience, and to develop self belief. 

A valuable lesson indeed.

We also have the more obvious benefits such as the physical and mental health advantages and the social relationships and skill development too. 

Participantion is on the decline. We must recognise the value and increase our effort and energy to ensure these lessons are being learned through schools, clubs and organisations. 

By creating safe spaces for self expression, not hinging everything on the W/L outcome, but instead the lessons learned from “the taking part”.

As adults, parents, coaches…what can we do to improve? How can we set a better example?

How can we help to facilitate more positive exposure to sport at a young age? 

 

What do you think?

 

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Tommy G Talks - Episode 143: How To Stop Overthinking

 

Let's talk about OVERTHINKING.

 

We all struggle with this. Some more than others, but when we do, it often leads to negativity and in some cases depression.

 

Today we will explore the topic a little and then look at ways to understand, control and overcome otherthinking.

 

These methods are not your usual "think positive" and "talk about your feelings" type tips.

Although that stuff comes from a good place, we need to dive a little deeper into the way we think and talk to ourselves.

 

These are some strategies and tips I have picked up along the way.

 

I hope it helps.

 

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Tommy G Talks - Episode 142: How To Get Out Of a Rut

 

Stuck in a rut?

It happens. Don't worry.

Good news is that there are things that you can do to help get yourself out of a rut.

 

In this episode we will start by understanding why we get stuck in a rut.

Then we will find ways to get out of the rut and stay out!

We will also look at the potential barriers and obstacles that could block our progress.

 

I hope that this episode helps you and gives you some inspiration.

I would love to know if it does.

 

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Tommy G

Tommy G Talks - Episode 141: How To Focus

 

Are we too easily led?

Too easily influenced?

 

Is a lack of focus adding weight to our mental health challenges?

Or perhaps some of our struggle is BECAUSE of a lack in focus?

 

Well, one thing that I know for sure is that a happy, positive and productive life needs focus.

 

Here are 5 practical and very easy to follow tips for increasing your daily focus.

 

Let me know your thoughts

 

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Tommy G Talks - Episode 140: Let's Turn Social Media Into a Positive Tool (For us and our children!)

 

Is social media a negative influence on society?

What will happen if we just keep going the way we are?

What will it mean for our children?

 

Well, like it or not, you and I are at the wheel. What we do and how we USE this tool will determine what happens next.

 

I have 7 suggestions on how we can use it and shape it more positively. It won't be easy, but we can do it.

 

Are you in?

 

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Tommy G Talks - Episode 139: How To Stay Positive As a New Parent

 

Having kids is the best and most stressful experience at the same time.

 

In this podcast, I share 3 things that can help you to stay positive and keep your motivation, energy and spirits high even when it feels like you're struggling to keep it all together. 

 

If you connect with this episode, let me know on Instagram

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Keep going, you're doing great!

 

Tommy G

Tommy G Talks - Episode 138: What is it REALLY like to be a Life Coach?

 

Now that I have been "retired" from Coaching for 3 years, I thought I would finally dive into and share what it's like to be a Life Coach.

I was honoured to have been one for 6 years. I worked with hundreds of people, helping them to grow in confidence, lose weight, overcome phobias, find relationships and many more less main stream goals.

I don't do it anymore. And I reveal why I stopped in this episode.

I also share 5 things that I learned through my years as a Life Coach.

 

So if you are thinking of becoming a Life Coach yourself, or you're just curious, take a listen and take my advice to ensure you do it for the right reasons and become a Coach with integrity, empathy and kindness.

 

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TG

Tommy G Talks - Episode 137: Should a business be on ALL social platforms, Thoughts on ChatGPT and Marketing mindset.

 

The Tide Report - JANUARY 2023

Today we have a Tommy G Talks podcast first!

 

I am attempting a new sub-series of episodes that dive deeper into some of the things that my team and I have been up to at Tide 55.

 

We are calling it "The Tide Report - Stay ahead of the wave"

It's something that we do 1x per month, where the team present me with questions (that I have had no part in coming up with) for me to answer on camera.

 

The questions are all about things we have done, things we are doing, and the latest hot topics in the digital marketing world.

 

So here's the first publicly available episode!

 

Have a listen and let me know what you think.

 

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TIDE 55 LINKS

Instagram: www.instagram.com/tide.55

Quiz: www.tide55.com/quiz

 

YOUTUBE LINK TO MY CHATGPT VIDEO

https://youtu.be/0ieKurwJeag

 

 

 

 

Tommy G Talks Episode 136: Everything Changes! - What Happened To Tommy G?

 

First of all I am still here...

Second of all, thank you for being here too.

 

I have always believed that this podcast should run parallel to my life.

A lot has changed since the days of the Super Self Summit and Being a Health & Fitness Professional.

 

Yet there are some very distinct similarities between my old career and what I do now (Run a Digital Marketing Agency)

 

In this episode I touch base with you after many months of silence, and I share 3 things that are similar PLUS 3 things that I have really found difficult in transitioning from the gym floor to a desk job.

 

As always, I hope that you can lift some positive energy form listening, and I welcome your interaction.

 

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Tommy G Talks - Episode 135: Why is SLOW success always best?

Contrary to popular belief, it's OK to make small, slow but steady progress!

Because slow success is real success.

 

It doesn't happen overnight. For anyone.

Do not let anyone inform you otherwise. They are likely misleading you for their own gain.

 

This episode is a reminder of the 3 main areas of life that we are constantly managing and navigating.

 

If we have fires in 1 or more of the 3 areas, we will struggle to make any progress. That's reality.

It's tough and we get challenged.

 

Which is why we must be realistic and show the courage required to make progress. Steady progress.

 

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