what this episode is about.
I’ll share with you:
Why repetition matters (and why advice keeps showing up until you take action).
The real secret to results: showing up, doing the reps, and letting go of perfection.
How “practice makes permanent,” not perfect.
Why intention and consistency beat intensity every single time.
A simple way to choose one thing that could change everything in your life.
Read MoreSo what’s the real power behind acting as if? It’s stepping into the version of you who has already achieved your goal. Not pretending, not faking—just allowing that future you to live in the present. That’s when you tap into the physiology and psychology of success.
In this short FMQ, I’ll share why “acting as if” works, why faking never does
Read MoreLearn how to live boldly and without regrets. Episode #464 of Personal Development Unplugged reveals simple strategies to stop hesitation, take action, and confidently “just do it.”
Read MoreJust a few seconds between tasks can reset your focus, break negative carry-over from the last thing you did, and set the intention for doing your best on the next.
You’ll learn:
Why your “best” should be your baseline, not an exception
How a 2-second pause can change the quality of your whole day
The role of feelings and intention in achieving your personal best
A quick reflection practice to avoid carrying stress from one task into another
Read MoreWant real results — not hype? In this episode of Personal Development Unplugged Paul Clough shows you how to move from wishful thinking to action that works. We dig into practical goal-setting, the feeling of the wish fulfilled, how to use your mind (RAS + visualization), and small, actionable steps that create momentum. Expect NLP-informed tips, a short guided hypnosis process to embed success in your unconscious, and direct coaching you can use today.
Read MoreIn this Five Minute Quickie, I’m breaking down the RAS in plain English. It’s the part of your brain that decides what to notice – and it’s powered by emotion. The good news? You can train it to look for opportunities, positivity, and success. The bad news? If you’re stuck in negative emotions, it will keep showing you reasons to stay stuck.
Read MoreWe hear it everywhere: “You need the mindset of success.” But what does that actually mean? And more importantly — how do you get it?
In this episode of the Personal Development Unplugged podcast, I’ll take you beyond the vague definitions and straight into a practical process you can use right now. We’ll cut through the fluff and create a real mindset of success — one where your mind and body are fully aligned toward a specific goal.
Read MoreIn this 5-minute quickie, I invite you to flip that idea. Instead of endlessly striving, take a moment to recognise the incredible skills and wisdom you already have. From communication, relationships, and problem-solving to resilience and creativity — you’ve built a lifetime of tools.
Read MoreIn this episode of Personal Development Unplugged, I take you through a real-life moment where frustration turned into anger, then into something deeper… limiting beliefs like “I’m stupid” or “I’m not good enough.”
Here’s the truth: those surface emotions are rarely the whole story. By peeling back the layers, you’ll discover what’s really driving them — and more importantly, how to release them.
You’ll learn:
How to spot the real emotion underneath anger or frustration
A simple process to break free from limiting beliefs before they grow
Why small learnings create massive change over time
Read MoreEvery single day is unique, but how often do we really live it like that? In this Five Minute Quickie, I want you to pause, reflect, and realise that today is the only one you’ll ever get. No repeats, no reruns.
This isn’t about waiting for the future or getting stuck in the past. It’s about recognising that today is special — because it’s all we really have.
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