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Do You F*cking Mind?
Mindset hacks for a badass life, hosted by cognitive neuroscientist Alexis Fernandez.
On Mondays my episodes are a combo of neuroscience and psychology. I deep dive into everything from habit formation and how to live a carefree life, to friendships and heartbreak. And on Fridays we've got Head Noise - where I answer your questions!
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Episodes
Do You F*cking Mind?457. The Psychology of Empowered Dating
This episode is brought to you by Bumble. Today's episode is all about The Psychology of Empowered Dating. Whether you're re-entering the dating scene or just…
Do You F*cking Mind?456. Navigating Relationship Dilemmas and Finding Inner Peace (Headnoise)
Beans, I am so excited to announce I am going on tour in Sydney for, "Lost, But Make It Look Intentional." Tickets are available to purchase here Join the…
Do You F*cking Mind?Brain Fact: Aphantasia: When You Can’t Picture It
Brain Fact of the week: Aphantasia Join the DYFM Facebook Group Follow @doyoufkingmind on IG Follow…
Do You F*cking Mind?455. The Neuroscience behind brain dumping. Does your language align with your desires?
Beautiful beans! In today's episode, I talk about the connection between our language and our desires. How our self-talk influences our ability to achieve our…
Do You F*cking Mind?454. The Neuroscience around love & keeping the spark alive & more (Headnoise)
It's Headnoise day, I answer your questions on handling locker room talk to understanding your partner's commitment issues to the neuroscience behind keeping…
Do You F*cking Mind?453. Why Smart People Always Have a Plan B, C, and D
You’ve probably heard it before: “If you have a Plan B, you’re not committed to Plan A.” Spoiler alert: that’s not confidence that’s delusion. In this episode…
Do You F*cking Mind?452. I Hate My Job, I Don’t Know What I’m Doing With My Life and Am I Compromising Too Much? (Headnoise)
It is headnoise day and today I’m answering your voicemails on everything from career change crises, to compromising too much in relationships, to balancing…
Do You F*cking Mind?Brain Fact: Morning light and it’s positive effects on mood disorders and ADHD
Brain Fact of the week: Morning light and it’s positive effects on mood disorders and ADHD Join the DYFM Facebook Group Follow…
Do You F*cking Mind?451. Charisma is learnt and how to master it.
In this episode, I talk about the neuroscience behind charisma, what makes someone magnetic, why it’s more about connection than confidence and how to build it…
Do You F*cking Mind?450. Alexis opens up ( and answers all your questions)
In this very special episode Alexis answers all your questions you sent in. Join the DYFM Facebook Group Follow…
Do You F*cking Mind?Brain Fact: Smell & why it is the strongest trigger for emotions & memories of all the senses
Brain Fact of the week: Why smell is the strongest trigger for emotions and memories of all the senses. Join the DYFM Facebook Group…
Do You F*cking Mind?449. She’s back...The Twin Birth Story
Beans! I am back & in this very special episode I am sharing the birth story of the twins. Join the DYFM Facebook Group Follow…
Do You F*cking Mind?448. Taking a leap of faith, Career pivots & breakup recovery (Headnoise)
It's Headnoise day! I answer your questions on topics like career pivoting after realising finance isn’t the right path, dealing with post-breakup emotions…
Do You F*cking Mind?Brain Fact: Ozempic
Brain Fact of the week: Ozempic diabetes drug Join the DYFM Facebook Group Follow @doyoufkingmind on IG Follow…
Do You F*cking Mind?447. How memory works and tools to expand working memory
This episode is all about memory. I go through the different types of memory: short-term, working, long-term, explicit and implicit and discuss how each plays…
Do You F*cking Mind?446. Reinventing Yourself in Your 20s, Toxic Relationships & Moving On from Almost-Love (Headnoise)
In today's podcast episode, I answer YOUR questions on finding joy and comfort in your 20s, overcoming toxic relationship patterns and managing introversion…
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Brain Fact: Omega 3
Brain Fact of the week: Omega 3 (specifically DHA) This encore episode is all about discipline & how it will change your life. Join the DYFM…
Do You F*cking Mind?445. You don't have to be the victim anymore
I discuss the concept of victimhood and the difference between being a victim and adopting a victim mentality as part of your identity. Learn how to recognise…
Do You F*cking Mind?444. Tips on Light Therapy, Introversion & Productive Morning Routines (Headnoise)
Headnoise episodes are back! In this week's Head Noise episode, I answer all your voice messages and cover a range of topics. From the importance of sunlight…
Do You F*cking Mind?Psychology Fact: Reverse Psychology
Psychology Fact of the week: Reverse Psychology. Join the DYFM Facebook Group Follow @doyoufkingmind on IG Follow…
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443. “The Negotiation Hack That Will Change Your Whole Life - What is BATNA and how to use it effectively
Beans! This episode is ALL about not selling yourself short and the concept of BATNA (Best Alternative to a Negotiated Agreement.) I give you tools to…
Do You F*cking Mind?Self Love Mini Series Day 5: Independence - The Key to Increasing Self Love
Welcome to Day 5 of my Self Love Mini Series, 5 days, 5 bite-sized episodes packed with research and practical tools to help you strengthen your relationship…
Do You F*cking Mind?Self Love Mini Series Day 4: Self Efficacy Building Confidence and Capability
Welcome to Day 4 of my Self Love Mini Series 5 days, 5 bite-sized episodes packed with research and practical tools to help you strengthen your relationship…
Do You F*cking Mind?Self Love Mini Series Day 3: Where to Find Self Love
Welcome to Day 3 of my Self Love Mini Series, 5 days, 5 bite-sized episodes packed with research and practical tools to help you strengthen your relationship…
Do You F*cking Mind?Self Love Mini Series Day 2: Self-Worth A Key Pillar of Self Love
Welcome back to my Self Love Mini Series 5 days, 5 bite-sized episodes packed with research and practical tools to help you strengthen your relationship with…
Do You F*cking Mind?Self Love Mini Series Day 1: The Quiet Confidence within Yourself.
Welcome to my Self Love Mini Series 5 days, 5 bite-sized episodes that bring together years of research and lessons on building a stronger relationship with…
Do You F*cking Mind?Discipline will change your life. From chaos to clarity how discipline changes everything. (E)
This encore episode is all about discipline & how it will change your life. Join the DYFM Facebook Group Follow…
Do You F*cking Mind?Brain Fact: Vertigo
Brain Fact of the week: Vertigo Join the DYFM Facebook Group Follow @doyoufkingmind on IG Follow…
Do You F*cking Mind?Growth Mindset vs Fixed Mindset - The Mental Shift That Will Change Your Life (E)
Welcome to the episode of today. (the episode that will likely change your life) I have spoken about this SO many times but cannot believe this is the first…
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Limerence Vs Love How Obsession is Getting in the Way of you Finding Love (E)
Do you find that you fall heeadd over heels with someone on a first date? Or even BEFORE the first date? Do you watch Rom-Coms and think Oh MY GOD that’s what…
Do You F*cking Mind?Science Fact: Chronic Fatigue
Science Fact of the week: Chronic Fatigue Join the DYFM Facebook Group Follow @doyoufkingmind on IG Follow…
Do You F*cking Mind?Entering your UNBOTHERED and THRIVING era (E)
It’s time to stop overthinking, stop people-pleasing, and finally enter your unbothered era. In this episode of Do You F**ing Mind?*, I break down how to…
Do You F*cking Mind?8 Steps to overcome burn out (E)
What actually IS burnout and how can you get through it/over it. I’m going to take you through my 8 steps to overcome it and how to differentiate stress from…
Do You F*cking Mind?Brain Fact: L-Theanine in Matcha
Brain Fact of the week: L-theanine, it's benefits and why matcha is a source of this amino acid Join the DYFM Facebook Group Follow…
Do You F*cking Mind?The Science of Crying: Why a Tactical Cry (and Sad Music) Is Good for You
Sometimes you just need a tactical cry, and science says that’s actually good for you. In this episode of Do You F**ing Mind?*, I break down the psychology and…
Do You F*cking Mind?The Psychology of Standards: Why You Keep Setting the Bar Too Low(E)
Stop playing small. In this episode of Do You F**ing Mind?*, I break down why so many of us keep setting the bar too low; in relationships, in our careers, and…
Do You F*cking Mind?Science Fact: Why Milk is better at hydrating than water
Science Fact of the week: Why Milk is better at hydrating than water. Join the DYFM Facebook Group Follow…
Do You F*cking Mind?How to REALLY stop caring about what people think of you (E)
How do you stop caring about what people think of you? How can you let go of the things that keep you from living the life you want? This question is so…
Do You F*cking Mind?442. My partner thinks the world is ending & more (Headnoise)
Beans it's Headnoise Friday! I answer your email questions about loneliness in high school, feeling burnt out and uninspired during the final months of…
Do You F*cking Mind?Science Fact: The Women Who Can Smell Parkinson's
Science fact of the week: The Women Who Can Smell Parkinson's. Join the DYFM Facebook Group Follow @doyoufkingmind…
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441. The Neuroscience behind determination
Today's episode is all about determination from a neuroscience and psychology perspective. I talk about the difference between motivation and determination and…
Do You F*cking Mind?440. When Setting a Boundary Makes You the Villain (Headnoise)
It's Head Noise day! I answer your questions on setting boundaries, handling difficult friendships and dealing with family influence in relationships. How can…
Do You F*cking Mind?439. How to put someone in the past and leave them there for good
Sometimes the healthiest thing you can do is let go. In this episode of Do You F**ing Mind?, I talk all about moving the fck on from people who no longer…
Do You F*cking Mind?438.
In this Head Noise episode of Do You F**ing Mind?*, I answer your biggest questions on love, life, and everything in between. From navigating the ups and downs…
Do You F*cking Mind?437. The neuroscience of loneliness…the silent stress you can fix
In today's episode, we dive deep into the topic of loneliness. I discuss the difference between loneliness and solitude, the health implications of feeling…
Do You F*cking Mind?436. Codependency in New Relationships, Future Plans & Life Decisions (Headnoise)
In today's Headnoise episode I answer your questions on distinguishing between strong communication and codependency in a new relationship, to handling future…
Do You F*cking Mind?435. How to get past the fear of disappointing others
In today's episode, I talk about the common fear of disappointing others and how it affects our decision-making and overall happiness. I discuss the psychology…
Do You F*cking Mind?434. Breaking Free from Old Patterns & more (Headnoise)
Welcome back, beautiful beans! I answer your questions you sent in, I go over the the concept of 'core coding' and how to overcome ingrained beliefs from…
Do You F*cking Mind?433. Why Impermanence is the most grounding thing you will learn
In today's episode I talk all about impermanence & how embracing change can lead to a freer, more confident and fulfilling life. Join the DYFM…
Do You F*cking Mind?432. How to Stop Being the 'Righteous Friend' (Headnoise)
It's Headnoise Day! I answer some email questions you sent in from how to stop being the 'righteous friend' who constantly calls out friends to overcoming…
Do You F*cking Mind?431. 6 questions to ask yourself to know if you are on the right path.
Beans! In this episode I give you 6 questions to ask yourself to know if you are on the right path. These questions are designed to help you gain clarity and…
Do You F*cking Mind?430. Setting Boundaries & Reclaiming Peace with Narcissistic Relationships (Headnoise)
Welcome back, beautiful beans! In today's head noise episode, we hear an amazing story from a listener, a leap-of-faith move (even after rekindling an old…
Do You F*cking Mind?429. Signs you are in a Functional Freeze & how to break out of it
I discuss the concept of 'functional freeze.' What it is, why it happens & how you can break out of it & lead a more fulfilling life. Brain Fact Munchies…
Do You F*cking Mind?428. Should I have told my friend her partner was cheating on her? & other friendship dilemmas. (Headnoise)
Beans! In this Headnoise episode, I cover everything from dealing with a friend’s cheating partner to navigating friendships drifting apart. I give some tips &…
Do You F*cking Mind?427. Breaking out of your phone addiction and learning what rat park can teach you about it.
Welcome to today's episode! I am so pumped about this episode, I talk all about breaking social media addiction and that constant phone scroll. I’ll also share…
Do You F*cking Mind?426. Navigating attachment styles, long distance relationships & breakups. (Headnoise)
Beans! Today's episode is a head noise episode. We've got questions about breaking up a long distance, moving versus not moving, avoidant attachment style &…
Do You F*cking Mind?425. How to write the most effective to do list EVER so you can feel great after (and other focus tips)
I’m sharing how I tackle that overwhelming feeling of “I have so much to do but nothing’s getting done.” I walk you through how I create my to-do lists in a…
Do You F*cking Mind?424. Friendship Red Flags, Jealousy & Feeling Like a Fraud. (Headnoise)
It's Headnoise Friday, where I answer questions you sent in. From confronting the idea that your bestie might be a gold digger, to navigating jealousy in…
Do You F*cking Mind?423. How to f*ck up a good thing by looking for something else only to lose it all
In this episode, I am talking about that all too familiar feeling of second guessing the good things in our lives like wondering if there's something better…
Do You F*cking Mind?422. Thriving Solo & Choosing Yourself First. (Headnoise)
Guys welcome to a Headnoise episode where I answer your questions! Thank you for sending in your Listener Questions, to send in your question, send an email to…