The One Skill That Changes Everything: Listening Deeply

In this episode of Mindful Paths, Hari and Nick dive into the lost art of listening—not just to others, but to ourselves, our thoughts, and our bodies.

From daylight savings chaos and disrupted sleep to the emotional weight of unspoken conversations, this dialogue unpacks why true listening is more than just hearing words—it's about presence, awareness, and self-trust.

Whether it’s navigating difficult family dynamics, exploring sleep’s impact on memory and mood, or tuning into your body’s wisdom during a yoga class, this episode brings practical insights and deeply personal stories.

You’ll also hear about:

• How to stop interrupting and start connecting
• What sleep deprivation does to your brain and memory
• How to master the silence method in conversations
• Why our inner dialogue shapes our reality more than we think
• The surprising connection between sleep, self-talk, and emotional resilience
• Personal stories from The Apprentice auditions, Gladiator dreams, and reality TV reflections

This one’s for anyone who wants to communicate better, sleep deeper, and reconnect with themselves in a noisy world.

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Transformational Coaching with Nick or Hari Enquiries: nick@t4mcoach.com

Visit: https://harikalymnios.com

Nick Day's Other Podcasts:

The HR L&D Podcast

The Payroll Podcast

Mental Health Disclaimer & Guidance: The content in this podcast is informational….

(00:00) Preview and Introduction

(01:12) How Daylight Saving Affects Us  

(04:56) Why Sleep is the #1 Biohack  

(08:15) Tracking Sleep with Oura & Garmin: Who Wins?  

(10:27) How Insomnia Impacts Long-Term Memory & Brain Health  

(15:26) How to Stay Calm & Be Heard  

(17:42) 3 Levels of Listening You Didn’t Know Existed  

(21:14) Why AI Can’t Mimic Human Communication (Yet)  

(25:32) How Self-Talk Shapes Confidence, Anxiety & Focus  

(28:57) Breaking Free from Negative Narratives  

(30:12) Trusting Your Gut

(32:02) How Thoughts Create False Realities  

(35:54) Why You Look Boring on Camera (And How to Fix It)  

(38:41) The Truth Behind Reality TV & Self-Perception  

(44:26) Nearly Famous: Reality Show Auditions Gone Wrong  

(45:53) Should You Apply to Gladiators After 40?  

(47:11) How Gladiators & Rocky Sparked a Fitness Obsession  

(49:42) Could Hari Survive Married at First Sight UK?