The Richard Nicholls Podcast
1) Self‑Compassion
Send us a text This week I'm peeking into the quiet power of self-compassion. What it really means, why it feels so difficult, and how we can gently build it into our daily lives. Support the show Joi...Show More
2) Conversion Disorder
Send us a text Today I'm looking at Conversion Disorder, or as it’s more often called these days, Functional Neurological Symptom Disorder. It’s one of those things that shows just how powerful the mi...Show More
3) Core Emotional Needs
Send us a text Today I’m talking about the five emotional needs we all have in childhood, and how things can get a bit messy in adulthood if those needs weren’t fully met. We’ll look at how this might...Show More
4) Willpower
Send us a text Not only is my house full left over Christmas chocolate but the supermarkets are already pushing Easter eggs onto me and there's only so much willpower we have to resist. But sometimes ...Show More
5) Judgement Fear
Send us a text Mixing negative beliefs about self with the idea that we can mind read is not a good idea. It can easily lead us down the path of feeling like an imposter at the first hint of any succe...Show More
6) Freud's Tri Part Model
Send us a text Freud had some weird ideas back in the day. But this one really has stood the test of time. Support the show Join our Evolve to Thrive 6 month programme https://therapynatters.com Join...Show More
7) The Problem With Nostalgia
Send us a text Nostalgia can feel lovely, can’t it? But if we’re not careful, we start thinking the past was better than it really was. This episode’s about why we do that, and how we can stop missing...Show More
8) Sleep
Send us a text Some specialists say we need 8 hours every night, some say we need more. In truth, there's only one person who knows how much sleep you need. You. Support the show Join our Evolve to Th...Show More
9) Parenting - Helicopters vs Bulldozers
Send us a text Understanding a little bit about the effects of different parenting styles can really help us understand ourselves better. As well as help us to understand others. Let's have a peek int...Show More
10) You Are Not Anxiety
Send us a text You don’t need to be anxiety-free to live fully. You just need the right process, and a bit of patience with yourself. Support the show Join our Evolve to Thrive 6 month programme https...Show More