Quality of Mind: Realising Exponential Potential.

This podcast series explores a game-changing understanding of the human mind that operates ''Before Psychology'' - the Secret Source' that exponentially increases the peace, performance, and potential for any individual or organisation.     🧭 Episode Summary: What if everything we’ve been taught about resilience and healing is upside down? Piers chats with leadership coach and former lawyer Bill Giruzzi about the hidden architecture behind healing, resilience, and our capacity for wellbeing. They explore how society’s obsession with avoiding discomfort is not only unhelpful — it’s quietly costing us our aliveness, potential, and freedom. Through Bill’s deeply personal story of debilitating anxiety and the profound insights that emerged on the other side, we unpack: Why “getting rid of symptoms” isn’t the same as true wellbeing How trying to manage or avoid uncomfortable feelings can keep us stuck The real shift that dissolves suffering at its source (and why it’s not what you think) Why the system is already built to heal — if we stop interfering The modern misunderstanding of resilience in business and leadership How our resistance to discomfort is often driven by a case of mistaken identity This episode challenges the conventional view of performance, healing, and leadership — and invites a deeper, more liberating understanding of the mind that’s surprisingly simple, yet profoundly transformative. 💡 Key Takeaways: The problem isn’t the feeling — it’s the resistance to it. There’s nothing wrong with you. You’re not broken. You’re just believing something untrue. True resilience comes not from building a thicker skin, but from seeing there’s nothing you need protection from. Your wellbeing isn’t something you earn — it’s something you uncover. 🔎 For Listeners Who: Are leaders, entrepreneurs, or coaches feeling worn down by chronic coping Sense there must be more to life and leadership than managing stress and ticking boxes Want to understand how to access a deeper, more sustainable version of wellbeing and freedom Are open to looking in a direction that challenges everything they thought they knew about the mind 🧭 Mentioned in the Episode: The myth of "fixing" yourself Flow state, self-identification, and the illusion of control Cold showers, toddlers, and the surprising route to emotional freedom ✉️ Connect and Learn More 📩 Email Bill 📘 Bill's Book A Life Worth Living (Bill notes this reflects an earlier stage of his understanding) A summary of the Quality of Mind resources, to find out more TASTE THE MANGO  YouTube and Sub stack all about Direct Inquiry, Explore for yourself Check out our other podcast episodes; a curated list here Watch past clients talk about the power of Quality of Mind here For a more in depth looking into the Before Psychology nondual understanding behind Quality of Mind listen here  or here Find out more about the relevance of Quality of Mind  Check out our other podcast episodes, a curated list here Subscribe to our Quality of Mind YouTube channel for a series of 2 min videos all about Quality of Mind Piers Thurston regularly writes about Quality of Mind on LinkedIn and has a large collection of articles and post

From the QUALITY OF MIND Podcast Part of our new 'Not Even 5 Mins Series'   Ep 13:  'What Could Make a Difference to Everything in the World?' A 3 min snippet from the episode ''Unlocking Human Evolution: The Potential AI Revolution in Coaching with Katrijn Van Oudheudsen  Quality of Mind unlocks the Secret Source to more performance, peace and potential. But it does it in a very transformative, sustainable way, by explore 'Before Psychology'  - What is that, and does it help? Listen here Please leave any feedback or comments on the podcast, and if you want to ask a question please do so here https://sayhi.chat/QoM - we'd love to hear from you!!   Curious - want to know more? Check out our other podcast episodes; a curated list here Watch past clients talk about the power of Quality of Mind here For a more in depth looking into the Before Psychology nondual understanding behind Quality of Mind listen here  or here Find out more about the relevance of Quality of Mind   Subscribe to our Quality of Mind YouTube channel for a series of 2 min videos all about Quality of Mind Piers Thurston regularly writes about Quality of Mind on LinkedIn and has a large collection of posts 00:24 The Impact of Self-Identification 01:11 Understanding Awakening 01:34 The Nature of Resistance 02:30 The Concept of 'Isness' 03:13 Living Without Self-Identification

This podcast series explores a game-changing understanding of the human mind that operates ''Before Psychology''- the Secret Source' that exponentially increases the peace, performance, and potential for any individual or organisation.   In this episode, Piers discusses with show regular and fellow Quality of Mind collaborator Katrijn Van Oudheudsen  the transformative potential of AI in enhancing human productivity, peace, and potential. How AI can revolutionise coaching, particularly in Direct Inquiry, making it a powerful tool for understanding the concept of 'no self.'   The episode examines the potential of AI to democratize and accelerate the process of self-realization, offering unprecedented access to personal growth and collective harmony.   Key Discussion Takeaways AI could be better than humans at coaching and awakening self-realisation The illusion of the separate self is the root of suffering—AI helps break it down AI coaching will become self-adjusting, engaging, and widely accessible The transformation AI enables is not just personal—it has global implications   Key Chapters include:   00:49 Exploring AI's Potential in Coaching 02:49 Challenges and Opportunities of AI Coaching 05:03 AI & Direct Inquiry: A Perfect Match 07:10 Why Direct Inquiry Matters for Humanity 10:54 AI's Role in Awakening and Self-Realisation 11.10 The Evolution of Inquiry: From Gurus to AI 14:20 AI as the Ultimate Mirror for Self-Realisation 17:50 - AI’s Future in Transformational Coaching 20:00- Final Thoughts   Curious - want to know more? You can find out more about Katrijn here  and on her website here  A summary of the Quality of Mind resources, to find out more TASTE THE MANGO  YouTube and Sub stack all about Direct Inquiry, Explore for yourself Check out our other podcast episodes; a curated list here Watch past clients talk about the power of Quality of Mind here For a more in depth looking into the Before Psychology nondual understanding behind Quality of Mind listen here  or here Find out more about the relevance of Quality of Mind  Check out our other podcast episodes, a curated list here Subscribe to our Quality of Mind YouTube channel for a series of 2 min videos all about Quality of Mind Piers Thurston regularly writes about Quality of Mind on LinkedIn and has a large collection of articles and post    

From the QUALITY OF MIND Podcast Part of our 'Not Even 5 Mins Series'   Ep 12:  Going Beyond Sales Goals: Unconditional Freedom A 3 min snippet from the episode ''From Selling to Serving:  The Power of Going Beyond Self'' with Sales Coach Nick Hall Quality of Mind unlocks the Secret Source to more performance, peace and potential. But it does it in a very transformative, sustainable way, by explore 'Before Psychology'  - What is that, and does it help? Listen here Please leave any feedback or comments on the podcast, and if you want to ask a question please do so here https://sayhi.chat/QoM - we'd love to hear from you!! 00:00 Selling vs. Serving 00:23 Challenges in a Sales Culture 01:22 Secrets to Truly Serving in Sales 02:19 Finding Unconditional Freedom in Sales  03:38 Realising Inner Strength   Curious - want to know more? Check out our other podcast episodes; a curated list here Watch past clients talk about the power of Quality of Mind here For a more in depth looking into the Before Psychology nondual understanding behind Quality of Mind listen here  or here Find out more about the relevance of Quality of Mind   Subscribe to our Quality of Mind YouTube channel for a series of 2 min videos all about Quality of Mind Piers Thurston regularly writes about Quality of Mind on LinkedIn and has a large collection of posts  

This podcast series explores a game-changing understanding of the human mind that can exponentially increase the performance, resourcefulness and well-being for any individual or organisation. Unlocking Sales Success: The Power of Going Before the Self Welcome to the Quality of Mind Transforming Business Podcast Series! In this episode, we have a thought-provoking conversation with Nick, a former enterprise tech salesperson turned coach. Over the past 12-18 months, Nick has flourished in coaching, helping salespeople and leaders balance high performance with peace of mind. We delve into the art of sales and business development, discussing how understanding the nature of the mind and self can profoundly impact sales skills. We also discover Nick's transformative journey from facing anxiety and panic attacks in a high-pressure sales environment to finding true fulfilment. Tune in to explore topics like committed and intentional sales versus attached and invested approaches, and the invaluable distinction between serving and selling. Learn how you can become a better salesperson by recognising the freedom to experience any sensation without self-attachment. Discover how to handle any sensation or feeling and realize their true identity as awareness itself, rather than a separate self, leading to greater freedom and effectiveness in their professional and personal lives. Nick’s Journey: From high-pressure enterprise tech sales to transformative coaching The Shift from External to Internal Success: What happens when success on the outside doesn’t align with inner wellbeing? Selling vs. Serving: How a shift in perspective changes the sales experience for both the seller and the client Freedom in Sales: The distinction between being committed and intentional versus attached and invested The Fear of Fear: Why the real issue isn’t external circumstances but our perception of them High Performance & Flow States: Understanding what gets in the way of performing at your best Navigating Targets & Pressure: How sales professionals can stay in service mode even within high-pressure environments The Power of Inquiry: The role of direct experience in discovering what is truly real   Curious - want to know more? You can find out more about Nick here  and on his website here  A summary of the Quality of Mind resources, to find out more TASTE THE MANGO  YouTube and Sub stack all about Direct Inquiry, Explore for yourself Watch past clients talk about the power of Quality of Mind here Check out our other podcast episodes; a curated list here Watch past clients talk about the power of Quality of Mind here For a more in depth looking into the Before Psychology nondual understanding behind Quality of Mind listen here  or here Find out more about the relevance of Quality of Mind  Subscribe to our Quality of Mind YouTube channel for a series of 2 min videos all about Quality of Mind Piers Thurston regularly writes about Quality of Mind on LinkedIn and has a large collection of articles and post

From the QUALITY OF MIND Podcast Part of our 'Not Even 5 Mins Series'   Ep 12:  ''Letting Go of Resistance...Is Not Compromising" A 2 min snippet from the episode ''The Business Advantage: The Secret Source to Flow & Ease with Emily Hawkins. Full Episode here  Quality of Mind unlocks the Secret Source to more performance, peace and potential. But it does it in a very transformative, sustainable way, by explore 'Before Psychology'  - What is that, and does it help? Listen here   Please leave any feedback or comments on the podcast, and if you want to ask a question please do so here https://sayhi.chat/QoM - we'd love to hear from you!!   Curious - want to know more? Check out our other podcast episodes; a curated list here Watch past clients talk about the power of Quality of Mind here For a more in depth looking into the nondual understanding behind Quality of Mind  listen here  or here Find out more about the relevance of Quality of Mind   Subscribe to our Quality of Mind YouTube channel for a series of 2 min videos all about Quality of Mind Piers Thurston regularly writes about Quality of Mind on LinkedIn and has a large collection of posts

This podcast series explores a game-changing understanding of the human mind that can exponentially increase the performance, resourcefulness and well-being for any individual or organisation.   In this episode of the Quality of Mind Transforming Business Podcast, host Piers speaks with Emily Hawkins about the fundamental bases of achieving authentic business success. Emily shares her journey from the corporate world, emphasising the transition from relying on credentials to harnessing a more innate intelligence and resourcefulness. The conversation delves deep into exploring the significance of understanding one's true self, not only beyond our conditioning societal expectations but even before psychology. They discuss how dropping resistance to 'what is' and realising our innate, expansive nature can lead to genuine flow, creativity, and business success - revealing the secret sauce to thriving not just in business, but in life in general.      03:45 The Secret Sauce to Success 10:03 The Case of Mistaken Identity 12:58 Flow and Authentic Leadership 15:50 The Essence of Self and Flow 26:34 Embracing Differences and Overcoming Resistance 30:44 Embracing Our Unique Gifts 31:46 Acceptance and Resistance 32:25 The Illusion of Self-Identification 40:51 The Concept of Aperture 44:58 The Secret Sauce of Self-Realization 46:00 Daily Practices for Awakening 52:38 Letting Go of Self-Identification   Curious - want to know more? You can find out more about Emily here her work on her website here  A summary of the Quality of Mind resources, to find out more TASTE THE MANGO  YouTube and Sub stack all about Direct Inquiry, Explore for yourself Watch past clients talk about the power of Quality of Mind here For a more in depth looking into the nondual understanding behind Quality of Mind  listen here  or here Find out more about the relevance of Quality of Mind  Check out our other podcast episodes, a curated list here Subscribe to our Quality of Mind YouTube channel for a series of 2 min videos all about Quality of Mind Piers Thurston regularly writes about Quality of Mind on LinkedIn and has a large collection of articles and post  

From the QUALITY OF MIND Podcast Part of our new 'Not Even 5 Mins Series'   Ep 11:  'The Unreliable Mind: Why You Can't Trust Your Thoughts'' A 3 min snippet from the episode ''The Potential Hiding in the Simplicity of Before Psychology. Exploring 'Extra-Ordinary' & Effortlessness'' with Dr Amy Johnson. Full Episode here  Quality of Mind unlocks the Secret Source to more performance, peace and potential. But it does it in a very transformative, sustainable way, by explore 'Before Psychology'  - What is that, and does it help? Listen here Please leave any feedback or comments on the podcast, and if you want to ask a question please do so here https://sayhi.chat/QoM - we'd love to hear from you!!   Curious - want to know more? Check out our other podcast episodes; a curated list here Watch past clients talk about the power of Quality of Mind here For a more in depth looking into the nondual understanding behind Quality of Mind  listen here  or here Find out more about the relevance of Quality of Mind   Subscribe to our Quality of Mind YouTube channel for a series of 2 min videos all about Quality of Mind Piers Thurston regularly writes about Quality of Mind on LinkedIn and has a large collection of posts

This podcast series explores a game-changing understanding of the human mind that can exponentially increase the performance, resourcefulness and well-being for any individual or organisation. In this exploration provoking episode, Piers Thurston and Dr. Amy Johnson explore the transformative concept of 'Before Psychology.' They discuss how recognising the base-level awareness that precedes thought and perception and feeling can unlock profound shifts in peace, performance, and human potential. The conversation delves into the challenges of perceiving the ordinary, innate wisdom often overlooked. It emphasises detaching from any pre-learnt to experience a more direct and untainted inquiry into reality. The episode offers insights into achieving psychological freedom and fulfilment by realising an ever-present ordinariness rather than acquiring new techniques.  Debunking the myth of cause and effect Amy is the author of 'The Little Book of Big Change', she is a regularly featured expert on The Steve Harvey Show, Oprah.com, as well as Fox News, The Wall Street Journal and Self magazine. This is a relatively long episode, but it is all so very valuable - kick back and enjoy the exploration!  Please let us know what resonates   01:37 Exploring Coaching and Psychology 03:14 The Power of Subtle Understanding 04:25 Challenges in Communicating Abstract Concepts 05:31 The Role of Words and Understanding 07:46 Direct Inquiry and Self-Realization 13:25 The Essence of Effortlessness and Ordinariness 23:02 Recognizing Thought and Self-Identification 33:37 The Journey to Subtractive Understanding 40:34 The Illusion of Free Will 42:36 Questioning Cause and Effect 47:06 The Unreliable Mind 58:33 Practical Tips for Awareness 01:10:The Joy of Exploration   Curious - want to know more? You can find out more about Amy and her work here Amy's most recent Book 'Just a Thought' (aka That's Just What Minds Do :) purchase and get a free chapter here  A previous episode with Amy where we discuss why we both evoled to  up pointing our clients in this direction is here A summary of the Quality of Mind resources, to find out more TASTE THE MANGO  YouTube and Sub stack all about Direct Inquiry, Explore for yourself Watch past clients talk about the power of Quality of Mind here For a more in depth looking into the nondual understanding behind Quality of Mind  listen here  or here Find out more about the relevance of Quality of Mind  Check out our other podcast episodes, a curated list here Subscribe to our Quality of Mind YouTube channel for a series of 2 min videos all about Quality of Mind Piers Thurston regularly writes about Quality of Mind on LinkedIn and has a large collection of articles and post  

This podcast series explores a game-changing understanding of the human mind that operates ''Before Psychology''- the Secret Source that exponentially increases the peace, performance, and potential for any individual or organisation. The Self and Overthinking: In this episode of the Quality of Mind Transforming Business podcast, host Piers chats with Andrew Sewell, a leadership and personal coach, and author of 'The Overthinker’s Guide to Life.' Andrew shares his journey from scriptwriting and advertising to coaching. The conversation delves into the pervasive issue of overthinking, its roots in the modern emphasis on the self, and how our historical and societal constructs have exaggerated our sense of individual separateness. They explore transformative insights into recognizing the fundamental oneness of existence, drawing from concepts in various spiritual traditions. Through direct inquiry into the nature of thought, Andrew and Piers offer listeners practical wisdom on how to unhook from habitual thinking and experience a more relaxed and connected way of being. 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Guest 00:44 Andrew Sewell's Background and Career Transition 02:46 The Concept of Overthinking 05:32 The Role of Thinking in Modern Life 08:18 Exploring Self-Referential Thinking 12:11 The Nature of Thought and Self 22:55 Direct Inquiry and Awareness 28:32 The Illusion of Self and Thought 30:04 Experiencing Flow and Losing the Self 32:38 The Rise of Overthinking in Modern Society 33:08 The Deification of the Self 35:41 The Impact of Advertising and Social Media 36:46 Indigenous Perspectives on Self and Nature 38:03 The Concept of Individuation vs. Separation 40:31 The Evolutionary Advantage of the Separate Self 46:30 Practical Steps to Reduce Overthinking 48:33 Final Thoughts and Reflections   Curious - want to know more? You can find out more about Andrew on Linkedin and his website  here A summary of the Quality of Mind resources, to find out more TASTE THE MANGO  YouTube and Sub stack all about Direct Inquiry, Explore for yourself Watch past clients talk about the power of Quality of Mind here For a more in depth looking into the nondual understanding behind Quality of Mind  listen here  or here Find out more about the relevance of Quality of Mind  Check out our other podcast episodes, a curated list here Subscribe to our Quality of Mind YouTube channel for a series of 2 min videos all about Quality of Mind Piers Thurston regularly writes about Quality of Mind on LinkedIn and has a large collection of articles and posts