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#11: WISDOM - Happiness isn’t a Destination. It is a Gratitude Themed Journey. Dec 26, 2020

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I recorded a whole episode on happiness and forgot to mention gratitude! So this is Part 2 of yesterdays podcast on one of the most important topics you should practice in the pursuit of happiness.

"Gratitude is not only the greatest of virtues, but the parent of all others." - Cicero ⠀⠀

"If you want to find happiness, find gratitude" - S. Maraboli ⠀

References and links discussed can be found at www.Martin-MacDonald.com/Ep11

TOPICS

00:00 - A super long, scene setting and insightful introduction!

08:10 - Asking myself if it was worth being here anymore

16:32 - Where gratitude fits into happiness ⠀

17:17 - Practising gratitude ⠀

17:58 - Having an inherent attitude of gratitude ⠀

19:10 - What I say to people who say they have nothing to be grateful for

#10: WISDOM - Pursuing Happiness & Finding Your Purpose in Life Dec 25, 2020

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In this episode, I discuss happiness. I'm perceived as a 'happy all the time' kind of person despite trying to be as transparent as possible about my ups and downs on social media. ⠀

This year has been tough mentally for many people, with lockdowns; I hope some of the stuff I share here can help you in 2021.

References and links discussed can be found at www.Martin-MacDonald.com/Ep10⠀

TOPICS ⠀

00:00 - Introduction ⠀

20:38 - Perceptions of my online persona & fake happiness

22:43 - Why I think I am genuinely happy ⠀

23:24 - Finding your purpose & how this can be key to happiness

24:52 - Lockdown broke me but hard times can help you grow

25:42 - Helping others & the difference between pleasure and happiness

28:10 - Cutting out people who bring you down ⠀

29:52 - You need to stop caring so much about what other people think ⠀

31:58 - Sleep, Drugs & Alcohol ⠀

33:45 - Drinking for fun or drinking to numb ⠀

35:46 - Self esteem & understanding how much you can help others

#9: NUTRITION - DNA & Food Intolerance Testing & Why Some Practitioners Choose to Use Them Dec 20, 2020

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In this episode I talk about DNA food intolerance tests and why using a DNA test to decide macro splits and exercise types is not worth your time or money!

I will also go into why some people use these tests, what to do if someone offers you a diet based off a DNA test & how some practitioners get away with putting out such bad information.

References and links discussed can be found at www.Martin-MacDonald.com/Ep9

TOPICS ⠀

0:00 - What led me to recording this episode ⠀

02:35 - Why specific, personalised DNA diets are not a thing & my previous research in the area of genetics ⠀

08:51 - How genetic testing could be used & what to do if someone tries to sell you a DNA intolerance test when it comes to dieting ⠀

12:30 - References & why you should check them ⠀

14:32 - The reason some practitioners sell out and start using DNA tests ⠀

21:18 - Why some people get benefits when they cut out certain food groups ⠀

29:55 - Tangents & why they are actually useful ⠀

31:48 - Calorie deficit health benefits & the one thing that Slimming World does well ⠀

34:13 - What leads people to joining MLM schemes ⠀

38:44 - Making claims online & conspiracy theories ⠀

#8: NUTRITION - What Foods Can You Eat on an Aggressive Diet? Dec 14, 2020

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This episode is a nice bitesized episode covering a really important concept.

I use my aggressive diet to teach you about having Unconditional Permission to Eat…. Anything!

I can not stress enough how important this is to ensure your own fat loss success.

References and links discussed can be found at www.Martin-MacDonald.com/Ep8

TOPICS ⠀

00:00 - Introduction & why I wanted to make this episode ⠀

01:47 - You really can eat ANY food on any diet! - Almost. ⠀

03:07 - Find out what my new aggressive diet looks like ⠀

05:20 - How to improve your relationship with food. Here’s a clue: don’t be too harsh on yourself! ⠀

06:54 - Enjoying the occasional mastication on my diet (I hope you read that right!) ⠀

10:35 - Why I give myself unconditional permission to eat anything, even food with virtually zero nutritional value

11:35 -How to find your own low-hanging fruit… And it’s probably not where you think it is! ⠀

15:53 - One final piece of advice to remember

#7: WISDOM - Judgmental people, Social Justice & the ‘I’m Offended’ crowd Dec 13, 2020

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Another ‘WISDOM’ category podcast. I felt compelled to speak on these topics as I get judged A LOT by people who don't actually know me. For those following in my footsteps, I think hearing some of this could help you. ⠀

Some people just see me as an arrogant, confident male who drives a fast car & instantly they jump to conclusions. Likewise, there is a lot of materialism & ‘fakeness’ online so I do GET why people think the way they do.

I no longer get offended by judgment, as I know good people will eventually see the truth. I hope by hearing this some of you can care less about what others think & say about you. ⠀

References and links discussed can be found at www.Martin-MacDonald.com/Ep7

TOPICS ⠀

00:41 - Why the term 'social justice warrior’ has become so tainted

01:32 - The importance of understanding that morality is an individual concept ⠀

02:36 - My take on being a positive role model & doing my little bit of good for the world ⠀

04:34 - Why getting offended is just so ridiculous & the judgmental nature of humans ⠀

08:11 - How small acts can challenge the larger issues ⠀

09:20 - Why sometimes caring a little about others' opinions is better than not caring at all ⠀

11:04 - Why you should only really be offended by the things that matter in the world ⠀

13:51 - Disparity between the rich & the poor in the UK ⠀

14:35 - Raising awareness & how you can literally save someone's life

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#6: NUTRITION - Dieting Mindset - The Paradigm Shift That Could Change Your Dieting Success Dec 07, 2020

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In this episode, I cover perhaps the most important thing to remember when you are starting a fat loss endeavour: Your mindset. ⠀

I'll share with you why you should adopt a flexible approach when dieting, why you shouldn’t set an exact deadline to reach your goals and what the definition of 'normal' eating is (the answer might surprise you). ⠀

I hope you enjoy this nutrition psychology focussed episode! Let me know what you think! ⠀

References and links discussed can be found at www.Martin-MacDonald.com/Ep6

TOPICS ⠀

01:06 - Dieting success is hugely dependant on mindset ⠀

01:55 - The concept behind my latest aggressive dieting phase ⠀

02:33 - Why you don’t need to eat the same amount of Calories every day ⠀

02:54 - Unconditional permission to eat and the core idea of dietary flexibility ⠀

04:09 - An evidence-based definition of “Normal” eating ⠀

06:53 - Why you keep falling off the wagon when it comes to your diets ⠀

07:20 - Is your diet negatively affecting your social life? Does eating certain foods make you feel guilty or sad? ⠀

10:53 - The common pitfall of setting an exact deadline for your diets ⠀

11:45 - Why you can eat whatever you want & enjoy the process! ⠀

13:28 - A quick mention of HAES, non-dieting and intuitive eating movements ⠀

15:55 - If you can learn to change and be adaptable, you will be successful ⠀

16:50 - Why black & white thinking is ruining your dieting journey

#5: NUTRITION- Finding YOUR Fat Loss Magic in the Absence of Magical Fat Loss Foods and Macro Splits Dec 06, 2020

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I cover a LOT in this episode, so writing the title was tough.

It came off the back of people being so interested in what my 7 days of 1000kcals/day food shop looked like.

When you are ‘in the know’ it’s not sexy, it’s not interesting. But that’s what I wanted to talk about here, what IS sexy, or magical i.e. what DOES make for a successful fat loss diet.

Amazon Alexa also makes a guest appearance with some nutrition advice of her own… LMAO! Enjoy.

References and links discussed can be found at www.Martin-MacDonald.com/Ep5

TOPICS

02:33 - Fat loss ‘sucks’ compared to maintenance. Therefore it should never be done from a place of guilt or hating yourself

03:14 - How I’m surprisingly inspiring others on my aggressive fat loss phase

06:37 - Why I can’t do a protein sparing modified fast & how I feel BETTER on very low calories

10:20 - Fat loss isn’t sexy, there really is no magic foods or macronutrients

13:34 - Hunger is not just physiological!

15:22 - What comes after my aggressive fat loss phase ⠀

17:35 - The charlatans of the industry & the rubbish they say...

22:38 - How mentality is so much more important to fat loss success than the mathematics of it

26:44 - Alexa chimes in on the conversation, offering me some advice on nutrition…. WTF

33:32 - The importance of getting a good variety within an aggressive diet

#4: WISDOM - A Confident Males' Perspective on Complexion Dec 04, 2020

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My first ever podcast in the WISDOM category! In this epsiode, I give a my ‘confident male’ perspective on complexion.

I talk about my previous struggles & experiences with bad skin as a teenager & how that’s come into adulthood with me.

I also talk about one of my favourite topics: Confidence & how that ties into self-acceptance.

References and links discussed can be found at www.Martin-MacDonald.com/Ep4

TOPICS ⠀

00:00 - The longest introduction ever, but hopefully very insightful

12:01 - My previous struggles with bad skin and why it was a big deal for me

13:02 - How antibiotics impact the gut and the topical antibiotic I found useful

15:55 - Why a particular body size or shape 'gives’ you confidence

18:12 - Filters on social media and embracing who you are

19:59 - My take on self-acceptance

#3: NUTRITION - Fasting & Aggressive Calorie Deficits Dec 02, 2020

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In this episode, I share with you some insights into the technique I have often discussed of starting any fat loss phase with some sort of 24 - 36 hour fast. ⠀

I also give some insight into nutrition/dieting psychology & hopefully some pearls of wisdom that will serve you well in your own body composition manipulation pursuits.

References and links discussed can be found at www.Martin-MacDonald.com/Ep3

TOPICS

00:00 - Introduction

06:05 - Caffeine or no caffeine when undertaking a fast?

07:29 - Will I get too hungry fasting for 36 hours?

09:05 - An important note on exercise whilst using aggressive dieting strategies

11:53 - Understanding that both nutrition and exercise should always be multiphasic

15:48 - Fasting isn’t a magic bullet. Why the speed at which you lose fat is dependant on the calorie deficit

18:10 - Are you ready for a dieting phase? If it’s not a £$%^ YES!,Why it should be a Hell NO!

20:55 - How, for me & others, reducing calories can sometimes decrease hunger!

22:14 - The difference between flexible vs rigid restraint and understanding unconditional permission to eat

24:28 - Is it okay to skip breakfast?

#2: PARENTING - Food Demonisation & How To Talk To Children About 'bad' Foods Nov 30, 2020

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In this episode, I talk about the first time my 4 year old son came home from school and told me that chocolate was a 'bad food'. It really took me by surprise and I did my very best to guide the conversation positively. ⠀

It was difficult with my 5 year old also chiming in to the discussion with her thoughts! I hope through hearing me discuss this topic, you can be better prepared than I was.

References and links discussed can be found at www.Martin-MacDonald.com/Ep2

TOPICS ⠀

0:00 – What led me to recording this episode

07:04 – Food demonisation and how it can create shame and guilt around foods

09:48 – How I talk to my children about food & letting lifestyle dictate how a child eats

12:25 - Setting up a good food environment for children

13:47 – Why moderation is a stupid word when used with nutrition

15:47 – Being considered in your thoughts and words when talking to children about food

18:24 – Parenting guilt and how you can persuade children to eat foods they don’t like

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