personal growth

#453 Kindness The Next Super Power

July 18, 2025

n this longer, deeper episode of the Personal Development Unplugged Podcast, Cloughie explores why kindness is one of the most underrated forces for change—inside and out. In a world that feels increasingly self-centred, reactive, and short-tempered, a simple act of kindness can disrupt the noise and spark real transformation.

This is part personal confession (yes, Cloughie admits to being “a bit of a dick”), part gentle wake-up call, and 100% full of practical reflections to help you become more self-assured and more connected to those around you.

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#452 The Key To Unlocking Your Potential

July 11, 2025

What if everything you want is already within you—just waiting for permission to emerge?

In this unplugged deep dive, I share the true, no-fluff key to unlocking your potential… and it’s not just motivational fluff or clickbait—it’s practical, doable, and wildly empowering.

You’ll explore:

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#451 The Blue Print To Confidence and Self Assurity

July 4, 2025

Let’s get one thing straight right off the bat – there’s no such thing as a confidence blueprint. If someone’s selling you that, it’s clickbait, pure and simple. But here’s what I can give you: a real, honest look at self-assurity and how to build it from the ground up.

You see, I’ve been where you are. I remember being at the peak of my confidence in my career – I couldn’t do anything wrong, just knew I had it all figured out. Until I didn’t. Something unexpected happened, boom, that confidence bloody went. Completely went. So where did it go? Well, stick around because I’ll tell you about that.

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#442 I Can’t Achieve Anything – Here’s How You Can

May 2, 2025

Episode Highlights:
Why having multiple goals often leads to overwhelm and procrastination
The connection between goal confusion and the feeling of regret
Paul’s proven method for breaking free from the cycle of starting and not finishing
How to prioritize your goals to feel at peace with your choices
The importance of handwriting your goals instead of typing them
Visualization techniques to bring your goals to life and fuel your motivation

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#433 Unshakable Self-Confidence

February 28, 2025

Join me, Paul Clough, as I share my journey from being an introvert who stumbled over words in front of small groups to confidently speaking in front of hundreds. You’ll discover the transformative power of recognizing your competence and how it can lead to genuine self-confidence.

In this episode, we will cover:

The importance of understanding the messages behind unconfidence and how they serve a purpose.
How to change your emotional state and the impact it has on your physiology and behaviours.
Identifying counterexamples of when you felt confident and competent.
Practical exercises to anchor feelings of curiosity and learning.
Steps to rekindle your inner confidence and take small, manageable actions toward your goals.

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#417 How To Be A Hero

November 9, 2024

Be Your Own Hero – A Journey to Self-Discovery Unplugging Personal Development, Finding the Real You Hey there, Cloughie here! In today’s episode of *Personal Development Unplugged*, we’re breaking free from the usual self-improvement treadmill to explore something more authentic. Have you ever felt lost in the quest to become “the best version of yourself”?…

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#415 My Real Life Metaphor To See The World Clearly

October 26, 2024

Here’s the thing: personal growth isn’t selfish. It’s not about being self-centered; it’s about being self-aware. It’s about becoming the best version of you—not just for you, but for the people around you. Imagine this: when you see the world more clearly, you’re able to show up as your true self—the real you—and that’s a gift to everyone.

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FMQ 467 Let’s Turn On Our Sensor

October 23, 2024

We’re going to explore how activating your kindness sensor can ripple out to create real, meaningful change. Not just for you, but for those around you too. Here’s what we’ll cover:

How a single act of kindness can shift your mood, energy, and the lives of others.
The idea of “paying it forward” and why kindness, like a ripple, spreads far beyond the initial act.
The surprising power of acknowledging kindness in others—sometimes that’s all it takes to brighten someone’s day.

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#410 Learning From Our Life Stories – Part 1

September 28, 2024

By the end of this episode, you’ll be inspired to revisit your own life stories and aha moments, using them as powerful tools for personal development. Ready to dive in?

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#407 I’m Invisible and Not Heard – The Antidote

September 7, 2024

Be Seen, Be Heard: Overcoming Invisibility

Ever felt invisible, overlooked, or unheard? This episode is your antidote. Discover how to break free from the feelings of invisibility and be noticed for who you truly are. I’ll dive deep into the power of self-awareness and the importance of recognizing your own value.

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