Episodes

  • Ep 7: What character traits make a champion. Ft Jeff Mayweather

    Ep 7: What character traits make a champion. Ft Jeff Mayweather
    Feb 17 2021

    We have a special episode this week on a question that is transferable to all industries. What character traits make a champion. The special guest is Jeff Mayweather former world champion boxer and widely considered one of the best boxing trainers.  Jeff is also Floyd Mayweathers uncle. He has witnessed greatness develop in his nephew and other fighters over the years. He has an eye for great champion character. 

    Topics that come up were...

    A near death experience Jeff had.

    How Floyd's father guided him into boxing and instilled character traits that would help him become the best boxer ever. 

    Videl Riley who is a hot prospect from the Uk and he is also a big YouTuber.

    Social media and how it can help people who use it the right way.

    Jeff also dropped a shocking truth even I wasn't aware of.

    We also discussed the hottest fighter in boxing today. Who he thinks will dominate, and much more.

    Hopefully you enjoy this episode. 

     

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    1 hr and 9 mins
  • Ep 6: How has lockdown effected people in different ways?

    Ep 6: How has lockdown effected people in different ways?
    Jan 20 2021
    Welcome to the unpacking Life Podcast where we talk about the hard questions in life you normally think in your head but you never talk about out loud. Topics, questions and discussions to help us all squeeze the most juice out of life.   Today’s topic is... How lockdown effects people differently? Some of the sub topics discussed are... Mental health Social isolation Financial worries Housing insecurity and quality Loss of coping mechanism   But then we have those that are somewhat thriving... Increased opportunities Time with family Healthy habits like exercise A chance to find new interest Re connect with yourself   On today's show Wesley Thomas who has been a guest before and always brings a fresh perspective.    Thank you to our Sponsor Agora Pulse, the social media management tool i personally use for my digital marketing agency. To get a free month trial go to www.agorapulse.com/Unpackinglife
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    1 hr and 5 mins
  • What is the problem with modern day relationships? Ft Olivia Towers

    What is the problem with modern day relationships? Ft Olivia Towers
    Jan 13 2021

    Something seems to be wrong with a lot of modern day relationships. Divorce rates are increasing, partners cheating with other people. Children growing up fatherless is at an all time high. Domestic violence is also on the rise. Pornography consumption is at an all time high even with children as young as 8. The odds seem to be stacked against people. Or is it that because things are different in todays age like sex before any commitment before marriage? Is it because social media lures people to desire someone or something they don't currently have?

     

    In this episode we discuss some of these points. Olivia Towers is my guest on this episode. Olivia is currently single and actively dating. We are also coming from my perspective of 9 years of marriage and Olivia's perspective of she is actively dating. Hopefully you all find this useful and thought provoking. This again is just our perspective. We have also added some key tips at the end.

     

    Please share this with someone who needs this.

    If you would like a more in depth part two please feel free to let us know. Thank you. 
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    59 mins
  • Episode 4 Why is self esteem is so important? Featuring Olivia Towers

    Episode 4 Why is self esteem is so important? Featuring Olivia Towers
    Dec 23 2020
    In this episode we discuss, why is self esteem is so important?   Self esteem is important because because it heavily effects the choices and decisions we make in life. As a result it can determine the path we go down in life.    In this episode we have a special guest Olivia Towers. Professional Dressage rider Social media influencer Entrepreneur  Christian  All round motivated young women who is focused on achieving her goals.   How has self esteem effected you through the chapters of your life? We hope you enjoy this episode. Let us know if you would like more in this style. 
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    1 hr and 12 mins
  • Episode 3: How your life story makes you the way you are today.

    Episode 3: How your life story makes you the way you are today.
    Dec 16 2020

    In this episode we discuss how your story can have an impact on your character, values and choices in life. 

    Often we don't ask the question, why do we look at things the way we do? until life forces us to. But why wait? 

     

    Myself and Wesley Thomas discuss how growing up in a single parent house hold impacted us. 

    We talk about strengths and weaknesses gained from growing up in that type of household. We also discuss the strength women have to tap into when they need it. This is possibly the most personal we have gone. 

     

    For the first time we both talk about life experiences that had the deepest impact on our worldview and character. Hopefully you like what you hear and it also provokes you to ask questions about your own experiences. 

     
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    1 hr and 26 mins
  • What does a healthy friendship look like?

    What does a healthy friendship look like?
    Dec 9 2020
    Welcome to the Unpacking Life podcast where we deep dive into topics that some people think about in their head but never speak about out loud. Yano the type of stuff you google but hope nobody will see. We openly discuss common problems, conflicts and grey areas in life in order to find solutions together. The goal is to hear different perspectives on these topics so we can gain further insight and take some tips, tricks and hacks to help us squeeze the most juice out of life. I’m your host Theo Thompson and my guest today is Wesley Thomas.    Todays discussion will be, do you have real friends?   In an age where the average person has 500 on social media friends and followers do we really understand what a healthy friendship looks like? Especially today with Covid 19 when most people have spent months in isolation. This is the time when we all need at least one good friendship. But do you think some people put up with bad friendships because they have a need to belong. Maybe a bad friendship gives them the sence of belonging they need? So in this episode i thought it would be good to discuss what a healthy friendship looks like from our perspective.   Some of the keys to good friendship discussed.
    1. You tell them bad news and they listen.
    2. You tell them good news and they celebrate as if it is their win
    3. A real friend will challenge you and when needed cause conflict and tell you the things you need to hear.
    4. Give rather then just take
    5. Workplace friend 
    6. Pick up where you left off.
    7. You help each other without keeping score or having any expectations
    8. Trust worthy 
    9. Humour
    10. Life experiences 
      Book list resource. Go giver. Bob Burg How to win friends and influence people. His Brain Her Brain, Men are from Mars Women are from Venus.
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    1 min
  • Do you really know yourself?

    Do you really know yourself?
    Dec 2 2020
    In the first episode of this series we dive into the question, “Do you really know yourself?” Most people would say they do know who they are. But we have so many versions of ourselves that we only allow a few select few people to see. The you when your with family and close friends. The version of you at work. The version of you with social activities or groups. The private version of you that you never make public. The dark version of you. I invite a good friend Wesley Thomas Radio DJ Music producer and building surveyor to discuss the positive impact knowing yourself can have in all areas of your life. We discuss all the areas in life that knowing yourself will benefit you. Along with how not knowing yourself can impact you negatively. Personal relationships. Professionally. Parenting and internally, Marriage. Nothing is left unsaid. This is from our own personal perspectives through life experiences, observation and reading material from experts.   Some of the sub topics related to the main question "Do you really know yourself" What to do if you do not know the real you. What a mentor can do for you. Take sex out of a relationship and most relationships will not last. The need for older men and women to give advice to younger men and women. How to help children to understand themselves and why it is important. What are the universal love languages and how to use them. Problem vs solution thinking. How personal development will change the direction of your life.   If you found this episode thought provoking and insightful please leave us a 5 star review and subscribe for future episodes. Thank you.   Some of the reading material mentioned in this Podcast. 5 love languages. Gary Chapman Rich Dad Poor Dad. Robert Kiyosaki 12 Rules of Life, Jordan PetersonThe Book You Wish Your Parents Had Read (and Your Children Will Be Glad That You Did) Philippa Perry 
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    2 mins
  • The Unpacking Life Podcast Season 1 Trailer

    The Unpacking Life Podcast Season 1 Trailer
    Nov 23 2020
    Welcome to The Unpacking Life Podcast where we talk about the hard questions in life you normally think in your head but you never talk about out loud. Topics, questions and discussions coming from multiple real and raw perspectives. No matter what stage of life we are at or the walk of life you are from you will find massive value. Myself included.    What is the purpose of the Podcast The purpose of this podcast is to Unpack life to find ways we can all personally develop ourselves and those around us to thrive emotionally, financially, spiritually and physically in a post Covid-19 world. Deep meaningful conversations with Golden nuggets of wisdom, tips and hacks on how to squeeze the most juice out of life while enjoying it.    I am your host Theo Thompson. Story artist, Husband, father, avid reader, lover of fitness and boxing.  A old wise man once told me the questions we run away from in life are often those that have the most value if we answer them.  This is why I will deep dive with some familiar faces, Experts, Authors, Athletes, Influencers and friends in a convocational open and honest interviews and discussions style in a non formal setting.   How to be a father when you never had one?    How to build deeper meaningful relationships with people (Even when you don't like them).    What event in life shaped your character into who you are today?   What exactly is your role as a parent?   How to become irreplaceable in a work force of robots and AI and 5G?    The most important beliefs to hold onto and to let go of in a world that is changing so fast?   How to be healthy and look fit without living in a gym.    Raising children in a day and age of negative influences.   There will be weekly interviews released every Wednesday with the odd bonus episode.   So be sure to drop kick the subscribe button and leave a review after listening because it actually helps.   Any topics you want discussed please send to us at UnpackingLifePodcast@gmail.com
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    2 mins