• #282 | Achieving Peak Performance In BJJ Through Proper Nutrition - Parenting, Marriage & Mental Health Support For Dads
    2025/04/01

    In this episode, I’m joined by Certified Nutritional Therapist and BJJ Purple Belt, Justin Nault., to discuss how you can optimize your nutrition for peak performance on and off the mats.

    🔹 How does nutrition impact metabolism?

    🔹 Can you actually increase your metabolic rate?

    🔹 What are the best nutrient-dense foods for training and recovery?

    🔹 How do ultra-processed foods affect your energy levels?

    Justin also shares insights from his experience working with elite athletes, including UFC fighter Kyle Kingsbury, and his expertise in metabolic health and supplementation.

    ⏳ Timestamps:

    0:00 – Introduction & Special Offer

    1:45 – The Power of Jiu-Jitsu for Mental Clarity

    5:20 – Understanding Metabolism & How to Improve It

    10:15 – Why Calories Aren’t Everything in Nutrition

    15:40 – The Truth About Processed Foods vs. Whole Foods

    20:10 – Budget-Friendly Ways to Eat Healthy

    25:30 – Special Offer: Download Justin’s Thermo-Metabolic Food List

    📢 Exclusive Offer:

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    🎥 Access a FREE training video on improving your health 👉 http://justinnault.com/dadmindmatters

    If you enjoyed this episode, please like, subscribe, and share with fellow BJJ practitioners! I’d love to hear about your nutrition and training experiences, so drop a comment below.

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  • #281 | Is Masculinity Getting A Justified & Positive Rebrand - Parenting, Marriage & Mental Health Support For Dads
    2025/03/30

    Why does it feel like men today are facing an identity crisis?

    Have we lost something vital in the way we navigate masculinity, resilience, and personal responsibility?

    In this episode of Dad Mind Matters, James is joined by career development coach Mark Aylward to unpack the struggles many men face today—from societal shifts to mental health challenges.

    If you’ve ever felt unsure about your role as a man in today’s world or struggled with the pressure to conform, this conversation is for you.

    In this episode, you will:

    1) Understand why modern masculinity is under scrutiny and what it means for you.

    2) Learn how resilience and personal accountability can help men navigate challenges with confidence.

    3) Gain insights into how honesty, responsibility, and self-awareness can create stronger, more fulfilled men.

    Hit play now to gain valuable perspective and practical advice on reclaiming confidence and strength in today’s world.

    CAN YOU HELP THE PODCAST?

    If you have a story you'd like to tell about living with a mental illness or about how you escaped the rat race that you'd like to share with my podcast listeners, please book a chat via

    this link.

    Dear Podcast Listener, Thank you for your support. This podcast aims to support dads all over the world, especially those struggling with their mental health.

    This podcast is my hobby, but I'd like it to become more than that one day. For that to happen, I need the support of either one very wealthy angel investor or a few thousand, possibly slightly less wealthy (but no less generous) angel investors.

    To develop the podcast and hopefully support more dads, I need some help. With that in mind, if you enjoyed this episode and want to help me with what I'm trying to do,

    here is the link where you can leave a tip.

    ALL tips, regardless of size, are hugely appreciated, and as a thank you, anyone who leaves a tip will be entitled to a voice note message from me on their next birthday.

    Just contact me via the website

    Thanks again for your support, and take care of yourself

    James

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    ABOUT ME

    Hello, I'm James & not long ago, I was a very anxious and somewhat overwhelmed husband & dad.

    After about a decade of setbacks & enough coffee to sink a ship, I’m a much happier dad.

    As previously mentioned, I want to try & help other dads be the best they can without losing their mental health.

    Mental health battles are something I am all too familiar with.

    In 2010, my GP suggested I do a 12-week CBT course with the NHS. During this course, I was diagnosed as having Pure OCD, which explained a lot.

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  • #280b (B FOR BONUS) Why You Should Encourage Your Missus To take Up BJJ - Parenting, Marriage & Mental Health Support For Dads
    2025/03/30

    In this video, we'll discuss 5 reasons why every mom should train Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.

    From self-defence to stress relief, BJJ has so much to offer for mothers of all ages and backgrounds!

    In this episode, I break down reasons why Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) is amazing for mums—just in time for Mother’s Day! 🎉

    Whether you're looking for self-defence, stress relief, fitness, or a supportive community, BJJ offers it all.

    📌 In This Episode

    ✅ How BJJ builds self-defence skills & confidence 🛡️

    ✅ The stress relief & mental health benefits of training 🧘‍♀️

    ✅ Why BJJ is the ultimate full-body workout 💪

    ✅ How it helps with socializing & bonding 🤝

    ✅ The impact of BJJ on problem-solving & resilience ♟️

    ✅ Why it teaches patience & discipline 🥋

    ✅ How it promotes a healthier lifestyle 🌱

    ✅ The positive example it sets for kids 👩‍👧‍👦

    💬 Question for you: How has BJJ impacted your life? Drop a comment below!

    🔔 Subscribe for more videos on BJJ, parenting, and self-improvement!

    📩 Want to share your BJJ journey?

    Let’s connect—DM me or leave a comment if you'd be up for a quick Zoom chat!

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  • #280 | Are You A Man Stuck In A Sexless Marriage? - Parenting, Marriage & Mental Health Support For Dads
    2025/03/28

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    Is your marriage missing the spark it once had?

    Discover eight strategies to reignite intimacy and improve your sex life with your wife.

    Many couples struggle with maintaining intimacy amid the stress of daily life, work, and parenting.

    This episode dives into practical steps to reconnect emotionally and physically, addressing common challenges like communication barriers, stress, and differing needs in a relationship.

    In this episode, you will:

    1) Learn how to rebuild emotional intimacy through quality time and meaningful gestures.

    2) Gain tools for open communication about desires, frustrations, and expectations.

    3) Discover actionable strategies for managing stress and reigniting passion in your marriage.

    Tune in now for actionable tips to strengthen your connection and bring new life to your relationship.

    More From Dad Mind Matters

    If you have a story you'd like to tell about living with a mental illness or about how you escaped the rat race that you'd like to share with my podcast listeners, please book a chat via

    this link.

    CAN YOU HELP THE PODCAST?

    Dear Podcast Listener, thank you, I appreciate your support. This podcast aims to support dads all over the world, especially those struggling with their mental health.

    This podcast is my hobby, but I'd like it to become much more than that one day. For that to happen, I need the support of either one very wealthy angel investor or a few thousand, possibly slightly less wealthy (but no less generous) angel investors.

    To develop the podcast and hopefully support more dads, I need some help. With that in mind, if you enjoyed this episode and want to help me with what I'm trying to do,

    here is the link where you can leave a tip.

    ALL tips, regardless of size, are hugely appreciated, and as a thank you, anyone who leaves a tip will be entitled to a voice note message from me on their next birthday.

    Just contact me via the website

    Thanks again for your support, and take care of yourself

    James

    To sign up for my FREE monthly newsletter - CLICK HERE

    ABOUT ME

    Hello, I'm James & not long ago, I was a very anxious and somewhat overwhelmed husband & dad.

    After about a decade of setbacks & enough coffee to sink a ship, I’m a much happier dad.

    As previously mentioned, I want to try & help other dads be the best they can without losing their mental health.

    Mental health battles are something I am all too familiar with.

    In 2010, my GP suggested I do a 12-week CBT course with the NHS. During this course, I was diagnosed as having Pure OCD, which explained a lot.

    To Buy My Audiobook, First Time Dad, Click this link

    FREE & "HOPEFULLY" USEFUL RESOURCES

    For your free digital copy of my book One Dad & His Dog

    Please click this link

    Again to be double awesome & leave a review on Amazon

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  • #279 | The "Spaghetti Sauce" Analogy That Can Fix Your Marriage - Parenting, Marriage & Mental Health Support For Dads
    2025/03/26

    What if everything you thought you knew about conflict resolution—especially in your marriage—was wrong?

    Whether it's negotiating with your spouse, dealing with an ex, or simply navigating everyday disagreements, most of us have been taught that "win-win" problem-solving is the goal.

    But what if that only works 20% of the time? In this episode, mediator and author Hesha Abrams reveals why traditional conflict resolution strategies often fail—and what you can do instead.

    In this episode, you will:

    1) Learn a simple yet powerful analogy that can instantly improve your communication and prevent small conflicts from turning into major issues.

    2) Discover practical techniques to handle difficult conversations—whether with your spouse, boss, or even your teenager.

    3) Gain insight into why so many marriages break down and what men and women can do differently to create stronger, more connected relationships.

    Don't wait until small disagreements turn into lasting resentment—hit play now and discover expert techniques to defuse tension and strengthen your relationships today!

    CAN YOU HELP THE PODCAST?

    Dear Podcast Listener, thank you, I appreciate your support. This podcast aims to support dads all over the world, especially those struggling with their mental health.

    This podcast is my hobby, but I'd like it to become much more than that one day. For that to happen, I need the support of either one very wealthy angel investor or a few thousand, possibly slightly less wealthy (but no less generous) angel investors.

    To develop the podcast and hopefully support more dads, I need some help. With that in mind, if you enjoyed this episode and want to help me with what I'm trying to do,

    here is the link where you can leave a tip.

    ALL tips, regardless of size, are hugely appreciated, and as a thank you, anyone who leaves a tip will be entitled to a voice note message from me on their next birthday.

    Just contact me via the website

    Thanks again for your support, and take care of yourself

    James

    To sign up for my FREE monthly newsletter - CLICK HERE

    ABOUT ME

    Hello, I'm James & not long ago, I was a very anxious and somewhat overwhelmed husband & dad.

    After about a decade of setbacks & enough coffee to sink a ship, I’m a much happier dad.

    As previously mentioned, I want to try & help other dads be the best they can without losing their mental health.

    Mental health battles are something I am all too familiar with.

    In 2010, my GP suggested I do a 12-week CBT course with the NHS. During this course, I was diagnosed as having Pure OCD, which explained a lot.

    To Buy My Audiobook, First Time Dad, Click this link

    FREE & "HOPEFULLY" USEFUL RESOURCES

    For your free digital copy of my book First Time Dad

    Please click this link.

    To be really quite awesome & leave me a review on Amazon

    Please click this link

    For your free digital copy of my book One Dad & His Dog

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  • #278 | How This Dad Of 3 Got Himself Sober & How It Changed His Life - Parenting, Marriage & Mental Health Support For Dads
    2025/03/24

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    this link.

    Have you ever felt like you're stuck in a cycle you can't break?

    What if one decision could completely change your life?

    In this episode of Dad Mind Matters, host James sits down with Daniel Spencer, a father of three who made the life-altering decision to get sober.

    If you've ever struggled with your mental health or felt trapped by unhealthy habits, Daniel's journey will resonate with you.

    His story highlights the real struggles, the defining moments, and the support systems that helped him turn his life around.

    In this episode, you will:

    1) Learn how Daniel overcame his battle with alcohol and how that decision transformed his family life.

    2) Discover the power of community and why asking for help is one of the strongest things you can do.

    3) Get practical advice on replacing destructive habits with positive routines that create lasting change.

    Press play now to hear Daniel’s inspiring journey and gain insights that could help you or someone you love make a meaningful change today.

    ABOUT ME

    Hello, I'm James & not long ago, I was a very anxious and somewhat overwhelmed husband & dad.

    After about a decade of setbacks & enough coffee to sink a ship, I’m a much happier dad.

    As previously mentioned, I want to try & help other dads be the best they can without losing their mental health.

    Mental health battles are something I am all too familiar with.

    In 2010, my GP suggested I do a 12-week CBT course with the NHS. During this course, I was diagnosed as having Pure OCD, which explained a lot.

    To Buy My Audiobook, First Time Dad, Click this link

    USEFUL RESOURCES

    For your free digital copy of my book One Dad & His Dog

    Please click this link

    Again to be double awesome & leave a review on Amazon

    Please click this link

    Affiliate links

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    Descript has made my life so so much easier. It's AI clever ness makes everything so much quicker which leaves me more time to make up some genuinely terrible Ukulele songs.

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    Wanna Help?

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    Thanks in advance

    James

    Dear "close dad mate"

    I've just started listening to a podcast on apple podcasts for dads, which I think you might like.

    It covers dad friendly topics like men's mental health, parenting, marriage, and the importance of mental health awareness and emotional intelligence for improving men's mental health.

    The episodes are every Monday, Wednesday and Friday. They're not too long, have the occasional...

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  • #277 | What's "Lean Six Sigma" & How Can It Drastically Improve Family Life? - Parenting, Marriage & Mental Health Support For Dads
    2025/03/21

    Ever feel like your family life could be running smoother, but you're not sure how to make it happen?

    What if there was a proven system, borrowed from the business world, to bring more structure, efficiency, and peace to your home?

    In this episode of Dad Mind Matters, I sit down with Robert, a Florida-based father of three, to uncover how Lean Six Sigma—a method originally developed to streamline manufacturing processes—can revolutionize your approach to family life.

    Whether you're a dad trying to balance work and home or someone feeling overwhelmed by the chaos of everyday life, this episode is packed with relatable insights and actionable advice.

    By the end of this episode, you’ll discover:

    1. How applying the principles of Lean Six Sigma can save time, money, and energy in your household.
    2. The surprising ways structure and efficiency create a happier, healthier home environment for your kids.
    3. Practical tips to reduce "mental clutter" and set a positive example for your children.

    Press play now to learn how Robert turned his career expertise into a family-first philosophy that works—it's time to simplify your life and strengthen your family!

    To contact Robert our guest speaker

    If you fancy a chat to see if I might be able to help you achieve something click

    this link.

    ABOUT ME

    Hello, I'm James & not long ago, I was a very anxious and somewhat overwhelmed husband & dad.

    After about a decade of setbacks & enough coffee to sink a ship, I’m a much happier dad.

    As previously mentioned, I want to try & help other dads be the best they can without losing their mental health.

    Mental health battles are something I am all too familiar with.

    In 2010, my GP suggested I do a 12-week CBT course with the NHS. During this course, I was diagnosed as having Pure OCD, which explained a lot.

    To Buy My Audiobook, First Time Dad, Click this link

    USEFUL RESOURCES

    For your free digital copy of my book One Dad & His Dog

    Please click this link

    Again to be double awesome & leave a review on Amazon

    Please click this link

    Affiliate links

    If you're a content creator looking to try some state of the art production & editing software you really need to check out Descript.

    Descript has made my life so so much easier. It's AI clever ness makes everything so much quicker which leaves me more time to make up some genuinely terrible Ukulele songs.

    Click here to check out Descript

    Looking for a new hosting platform with amazing analytics?

    Try Captivate: Get A FREE - 7 Day Trial Here

    Wanna Help?

    If you want to help me develop this podcast please let a friend know about it. I hear you, no one has any spare time so here's an email template you could use.

    Thanks in advance

    James

    Dear "close dad mate"

    I've just started listening to a podcast on apple podcasts for dads, which I think you might like....

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  • #276 | What's The Most Effective Test For A Couple To See If They're A Good Fit For Marriage? - Parenting, Marriage & Mental Health Support For Dads
    2025/03/19

    Are you really ready for marriage, or are you rushing into something you might regret?

    Too many couples dive into marriage without truly understanding themselves or their partners—only to face painful divorces later.

    In this episode, divorce attorney and mother Padideh Jafari shares her expert insights on what people should know before saying, "I do."

    In this episode, you will:

    1) Discover the biggest relationship red flags that are often ignored—and why they should be hard stops.

    2) Learn how travel, finances, and even social media can predict a marriage’s success or failure.

    3) Get expert advice on building a lasting partnership based on friendship, accountability, and teamwork.

    Press play now to hear real-world insights from a divorce attorney who has seen it all—and learn how to protect your relationship before it's too late.

    Guest Speaker Contact Details

    Website: www.jafarilegal.com

    IG @Jafarilegal

    IG @narc.podcast

    TikTok @Jafarilegal

    YouTube @JafariLegal

    CAN YOU HELP THE PODCAST?

    If you have a story you'd like to tell about living with a mental illness or about how you escaped the rat race that you'd like to share with my podcast listeners, please book a chat via

    this link.

    Dear Podcast Listener, Thank you for your support. This podcast aims to support dads all over the world, especially those struggling with their mental health.

    This podcast is my hobby, but I'd like it to become much more than that one day. For that to happen, I need the support of either one very wealthy angel investor or a few thousand, possibly slightly less wealthy (but no less generous) angel investors.

    To develop the podcast and hopefully support more dads, I need some help. With that in mind, if you enjoyed this episode and want to help me with what I'm trying to do,

    here is the link where you can leave a tip.

    ALL tips, regardless of size, are hugely appreciated, and as a thank you, anyone who leaves a tip will be entitled to a voice note message from me on their next birthday.

    Just contact me via the website

    Thanks again for your support, and take care of yourself

    James

    To sign up for my FREE monthly newsletter - CLICK HERE

    ABOUT ME

    Hello, I'm James & not long ago, I was a very anxious and somewhat overwhelmed husband & dad.

    After about a decade of setbacks & enough coffee to sink a ship, I’m a much happier dad.

    As previously mentioned, I want to try & help other dads be the best they can without losing their mental health.

    Mental health battles are something I am all too familiar with.

    In 2010, my GP suggested I do a 12-week CBT course with the NHS. During this course, I was diagnosed as having Pure OCD, which explained a lot.

    To Buy My Audiobook, First Time Dad, Click this link

    USEFUL RESOURCES

    For your free digital copy of my book One Dad & His Dog

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