The Home of Wellbeing and Joy.
Dr Marcus Bull and Charlie Allnutt are two friends who come together to discuss wellbeing, introspection and their journey to becoming better people. The podcast blends personal reflection with evidence-based advice, offering listeners practical tools to improve their wellbeing and boost their mood. In each episode, Charlie and Marcus explore building a likeminded community, working through difficult emotions and finding joy in everyday life. They lean on scientific research to guide these conversations and ensure their evolution aligns with the best evidence available to them.
With guiding pillars; Introspection and Inspiration, Community and Connection, Presence and Gratitude, and Wellbeing and Joy, Charlie and Marcus invite you to learn, reflect, and grow alongside them, one conversation at a time.
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The Home of Wellbeing and Joy.
Dr Marcus Bull and Charlie Allnutt are two friends who come together to discuss wellbeing, introspection and their journey to becoming better people. The podcast blends personal reflection with evidence-based advice, offering listeners practical tools to improve their wellbeing and boost their mood. In each episode, Charlie and Marcus explore building a likeminded community, working through difficult emotions and finding joy in everyday life. They lean on scientific research to guide these conversations and ensure their evolution aligns with the best evidence available to them.
With guiding pillars; Introspection and Inspiration, Community and Connection, Presence and Gratitude, and Wellbeing and Joy, Charlie and Marcus invite you to learn, reflect, and grow alongside them, one conversation at a time.
34. How to Stay Consistent When Motivation Runs Out: Reflecting on Willpower with Ben Kelleher
The Mood Booster Podcast
1 hour 24 minutes
1 month ago
34. How to Stay Consistent When Motivation Runs Out: Reflecting on Willpower with Ben Kelleher
The Home of Wellbeing and Joy.
Welcome to Episode 34: How to Stay Consistent When Motivation Runs Out: Reflecting on Willpower, where Dr Marcus and Charlie sit down with Ben Kelleher, ultra-marathon runner, triathlete, fundraiser, and host of Running for the Bus, to explore what willpower really is, how far it can take us, and when it starts to take from us.
From running 100km races and raising over £10,000 for charity, to producing his own theatre shows in London and even meeting Barack Obama, Ben’s story is a masterclass in discipline, determination, and purpose. But beneath the achievements lies a more universal truth, motivation alone can’t sustain us forever.
Together, we explore the psychology behind willpower and habit formation, and how community, mindset, and meaning play a crucial role in keeping us going when motivation runs low.
💭 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
What “willpower” actually means
The difference between motivation and discipline
Why community and connection boost persistence
How to balance self-discipline with rest and self-compassion
🛠 Practical Takeaways for Listeners:
Build “micro-habits” that make discipline easier
Make a smart plan to promote discipline
Lean on community for accountability and motivation
Remember: willpower isn’t infinite... recovery is part of the process
📍 Pillars explored: Introspection & Inspiration, Presence & Gratitude, Community & Connection, and Wellbeing & Joy
🎧 Featuring:Ben Kelleher: marathon runner, triathlete, fundraiser, podcaster, theatre producer, and much more.
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The Mood Booster Podcast
The Home of Wellbeing and Joy.
Dr Marcus Bull and Charlie Allnutt are two friends who come together to discuss wellbeing, introspection and their journey to becoming better people. The podcast blends personal reflection with evidence-based advice, offering listeners practical tools to improve their wellbeing and boost their mood. In each episode, Charlie and Marcus explore building a likeminded community, working through difficult emotions and finding joy in everyday life. They lean on scientific research to guide these conversations and ensure their evolution aligns with the best evidence available to them.
With guiding pillars; Introspection and Inspiration, Community and Connection, Presence and Gratitude, and Wellbeing and Joy, Charlie and Marcus invite you to learn, reflect, and grow alongside them, one conversation at a time.
