#89 - Balance Ambition & Peace (Go Deeper Without Losing Your Drive) - Max Stephens - High Performance Coach & Author

Welcome back to the podcast! This episode is a special alcohol-related Q&A. Last week, I hit two milestones—I turned 36 and marked two years since I last drank alcohol. Since the previous Q&A episode was such a hit, I asked you to send in your questions again. I hope you find this episode insightful—let me know what you think!Fully Timestamped Chapter List00:00:00 Intro & Podcast Explanation 00:03:15 Reflecting on Turning 36 & Sobriety Milestone 00:07:40 Describing Sober Self in Three Words 00:10:50 Thoughts on the Sober Community 00:18:25 The Final Straw That Led to Quitting Alcohol 00:26:40 Negative Effects of Quitting Alcohol 00:31:50 Impact of Quitting Alcohol on Fitness & Recovery 00:37:20 Difficult Moments & Social Challenges While Sober 00:42:10 Best Low Alcohol Beverages & Personal Preferences 00:47:35 Unexpected Perks of Being Sober 00:52:10 Socialising While Others Drink & Handling Stag Dos 00:58:20 Dating & Alcohol: Past & Present Perspectives 01:05:45 Stereotypes About Sober People & Personal Experience 01:12:10 Advice for Someone Wanting to Quit Drinking 01:16:40 Identity Shifts Since Quitting Alcohol 01:23:20 Alcohol in British Culture & Thoughts on Relocating 01:26:55 Would You Recommend Everyone Go Sober? 01:30:15 Handling Stress & Difficult Emotions Without Alcohol 01:33:29 Closing ***LINKS***MY STUFF:Awaken Out Of Context Podcast (YouTube & Podcast Links):https://bit.ly/3tk8FVvFollow Me On Instagram (@awakenoutofjason):https://bit.ly/3RAkKQj#twoyearsnobeer #alcoholfree #podcaster

10 Maalis 1h 33min

Welcome back to the podcast for part two of my chat with Andy Allan. This time, we dive into the journey of attempting a world record—what it takes, the emotional highs, and the role of dopamine in the process. We also touch on fitness, parenting in the digital age, and personal growth, with plenty of laughs along the way. I hope you enjoy the conversation!Fully Timestamped Chapter List00:00:00 Intro 00:00:39 Dopamine & Emotional Highs After Achievements00:05:41 Comparing Highs: Barton Townley Final vs. World Record00:13:29 How to Apply & Prepare for a Guinness World Record00:21:11 Documenting & Verifying a Record Attempt00:25:46 Mental Strength & Pushing Through Challenges00:32:40 Fitness, Cold Exposure & Lifestyle Balance00:41:07 Nutrition, Body Image & Seasonal Adjustments00:50:15 Social Media, Technology & Parenting Strategies01:05:22 Personal Growth & Key Learnings Over Two Years01:07:10 Closing Remarks & Reflections***LINKS***Andy’s World Record Mix:https://bit.ly/4btSTJLMY STUFF:Awaken Out Of Context Podcast (YouTube & Podcast Links):https://bit.ly/3tk8FVvFollow Me On Instagram (@awakenoutofjason):https://bit.ly/3RAkKQj#howtobreakaworldrecord

3 Maalis 1h 8min

Welcome back to the podcast. Today, my guest is Andy Allan—my cousin and an extremely popular guest from nearly two years ago (episode 4!)Andy recently broke the Guinness World Record for the most weight lifted via kettlebell clean and press in 60 minutes.Our conversation is split into two parts. Part one, this week, focuses on Andy’s journey over the past two years—attempting to break the record, the mental and physical challenges he faced, and the process of overcoming them. We tap into a lot of that.Part two (releasing next week) is a much broader conversation, but we also cover some tactical pointers on how to go about breaking a world record—the steps you need to take—as well as general lessons and reflections on life and training, which I hope you’ll find useful.I hope you enjoy my conversation with Andy Allan.Fully Timestamped Chapter List00:00:00 Intro & Podcast Message00:00:52 Andy's World Record Achievement00:01:34 First Awareness of World Records, First Unofficial Attempt & Discovering the Clean & Press Record00:06:29 Revisiting the Record in 202300:13:37 Loss of Mum & Finding Purpose in the Record Attempt00:18:47 The Psychological Challenge of Grief & Training00:25:37 First Attempt: Doubts, Illness & Pressures of the Day00:36:06 Physical Struggles & Mental Barriers During the First Attempt00:45:24 Learning From Failure & Preparing for the Second Attempt00:53:12 Adjustments in Training & Strategy for the Second Attempt01:02:18 World Record Day Mindset & Preparation01:09:14 The Final Minutes of the Attempt 01:13:41 The Emotional Aftermath & The Meaning of the Achievement***LINKS***Andy’s World Record Mix:https://bit.ly/4btSTJLMY STUFF:Awaken Out Of Context Podcast (YouTube & Podcast Links):https://bit.ly/3tk8FVvFollow Me On Instagram (@awakenoutofjason):https://bit.ly/3RAkKQj#worldrecordbreaker

24 Helmi 1h 14min

Hey guys, welcome back to the podcast! My guest today is Jessica Da Silva she’s an attachment coach, licensed family therapist and a podcaster. This is Jessica’s second time on the podcast, and we recorded it as a joint interview which will be published on both of our platforms. Jess and I delve into a wide range of topics, touching on some of our recent relationships, single life and analysed how things played out through an attachment lens. We also get into some tactful ways to help you identify your attachment style and learn how you can work toward being secure. I hope you enjoy the episode.Fully Timestamped Chapter List00:00 Trailer Intro00:58 Vulnerability in Conversations03:36 Lessons from Relationships09:27 Trusting Yourself in Relationships15:36 Judgement & Compassion18:01 Jason's Last Relationship & 'Dynamic Attachment Theory'25:40 Setting Expectations & Knowing What You Want31:03 Casual and Serious Relationships37:12 Confidence & Validation44:58 Exploring New Horizons: Travel and Lifestyle49:20 Running Away or Moving Toward?56:39 Attachment Styles 101: Key Indicators & Advice***LINKS***Jessica’s Instagram:https://bit.ly/3Ssg3I2Jessica’s Website & Links:https://bit.ly/3WFDvUJFree Attachment Style Quiz:https://bit.ly/3ysmNP8MY STUFF:Awaken Out Of Context Podcast (YouTube & Podcast Links):https://bit.ly/3tk8FVvFollow Me On Instagram (@awakenoutofjason):https://bit.ly/3RAkKQj#attachmentstyles

17 Helmi 1h 3min

To celebrate reaching 50 episodes I sourced questions from you guys. Thanks for your questions! Fully Timestamped Chapter List00:00 Introduction 11:33 Dealing with Setbacks and Stress Relief17:20 Driven vs. Dragged: Motivation Insights27:54 Fears and Insecurities: A Personal Reflection34:58 Poignant Moments and Overwhelm43:13 Starting a Podcast: Insights and Prerequisites50:54 Managing Post-Event Dopamine Drops54:19 Education and Dyslexia: Reflections on Schooling01:00:53 Lessons from the Past: Advice to My Younger Self01:05:07 Starting Over: What Would I Do?01:14:51 Future Skills: Navigating the AI Landscape01:23:09 The Importance of Self-Reflection and LegacyAwaken Out Of Context Podcast (YouTube & Podcast Links):https://bit.ly/3tk8FVvFollow Me On Instagram (@awakenoutofjason):https://bit.ly/3RAkKQj#q&a***LINKS***MY STUFF:

10 Helmi 1h 46min

My guest today is Dr Ad Vingerhoets, he’s a Professor of Clinical Psychology at Tilburg University with a specialty in stress and emotion. He has spent more than 20 years studying when and why we cry, and how the study of crying may help us obtain better insight into human nature. Ad has authored numerous books on the science of crying. Fully Timestamped Chapter List: 00:00:00 Trailer for Dr Ad Vingerhoets 00:01:21 How Ad Began Studying Tears 00:05:10 Darwin’s Doubts About Emotional Tears 00:07:10 Evolution & Infant Bonding 00:14:20 Fathers, Crying & Social Perception 00:17:35 Netflix Tears & Emotional TV 00:21:25 Does Crying Bring Relief? 00:25:25 Children Seeing Parents Cry 00:29:00 Tears of Joy vs. Feeling Overwhelmed 00:39:50 Visual Tears vs. No Tears Experiment 00:55:35 Who Cries More, Men or Women? 01:05:00 Cultural Rituals 01:13:55 The “Energy Cost” of Crying? 01:17:05 Measuring Tears: Therapy & Psychopathy 01:31:15 Finding Meaning Daily 01:32:15 Wrap-Up & Ad’s Work ***LINKS*** Dr Ad’s Website: https://bit.ly/40Zqt6M New York Times Article: https://nyti.ms/40Enqzt MY STUFF: Awaken Out Of Context Podcast (YouTube & Podcast Links): https://bit.ly/3tk8FVv Follow Me On Instagram (@awakenoutofjason): https://bit.ly/3RAkKQj #whywecry

3 Helmi 1h 35min

My guest today is Mike "Beast Boy" Davis, he’s a professional MMA fighter in the UFC & a content creator based out of Orlando, Florida, USA. Mike is in the Lightweight division (11-2-0). Fully Timestamped Chapter List 00:00:00 Trailer & Intro 00:03:14 Mike’s Journey, Bullying & High School 00:08:00 First UFC Fight & Contenders Series 00:09:50 How To Get Into The UFC 00:16:19 Essential Skills (Wrestling) 00:19:03 “Beast Boy” Nickname 00:21:03 Mindset & Persona 00:26:30 Bicep Injury 00:30:56 Goals & Health Issues 00:37:18 Bullying Advice 00:40:41 Training & Nutrition 00:50:26 Controversial Opinion 00:57:27 Path to Title 00:58:40 Reflection Questions ***LINKS*** Mike’s Instagram https://bit.ly/4g8NsjY MY STUFF: Awaken Out Of Context Podcast (YouTube & Podcast Links): https://bit.ly/3tk8FVv Follow Me On Instagram (@awakenoutofjason): https://bit.ly/3RAkKQj #ufcfighter

27 Tammi 1h 3min

My guest today is Julia Jewels, she’s a professional dominatrix and sex coach. Fully Timestamped Chapter List: 00:00:00 Trailer & Introduction 00:03:22 Julia's Childhood & Background 00:13:54 Julia’s Early Relationships & Positive Experiences With Kink 00:25:58 Dominatrix Architypes 00:32:49 The Historical Roots of Dominatrix Culture 00:40:09 BDSM and Spirituality 00:43:31 How Online BDSM Differs from IRL 00:49:37 The Dynamics of Authority in BDSM 00:54:31 Non-Judgmental Acceptance of Kink & BDSM 00:58:18 Defining Kink 01:03:36 Fantasy and Storytelling in BDSM 01:08:32 Julia’s Advice for Beginners in Kink 01:17:07 The Impact of BDSM on Relationship Longevity 01:22:10 Overcoming Perfectionism 01:28:33 Julia’s Struggles with Alcoholism ***LINKS*** JULIA’S STUFF: Instagram https://bit.ly/3Kgtru7 Website https://bit.ly/3KivaiL MY STUFF: Awaken Out Of Context Podcast (YouTube & Podcast Links): https://bit.ly/3tk8FVv Follow Me On Instagram (@awakenoutofjason): https://bit.ly/3RAkKQj #kinky

20 Tammi 1h 51min