How much of success comes down to luck, and how much is in your control?

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Michael Orkin, a statistician, author, and expert in probability, to break down the interplay between chance, risk, and persistence. Drawing from decades of experience, Dr. Orkin shares insights into how randomness shapes our lives and the strategies we can use to navigate uncertainty.

We discuss lessons from high-stakes industries, like crypto and gambling, and how principles like money management and resilience can apply to anyone chasing big goals.

Whether you’re an entrepreneur, creative, or just curious about how to stack the odds in your favour, this episode is full of practical wisdom.

• The interplay of luck, risk, and persistence in achieving success.
• Lessons from high-profile failures and the importance of money management.
• Navigating randomness and leveraging it to create opportunities.

MORE FROM NICK:

Book a FREE call here to learn about the Move Your Mind Program: https://tinyurl.com/yc3zmu35

Find all links here: https://nickbracks.start.page/

Sign up to the website: nickbracks.com

Connect with Nick on Instagram, Twitter & LinkedIn

MORE FROM DR. MIKE:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-mike-orkin-5600584/

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Learning to build authentic relationships with yourself & others will change your life.

In this episode, I sit down with Mark Groves, a Human Connection Specialist and the creator of Create The Love. Mark has dedicated his career to helping people understand the key principles behind meaningful relationships—both with others and within themselves.

He opens up about the burnout that came with relentless growth, managing a rapidly scaling business, and how he reclaimed joy by deciding to focus on what truly matters.

For the busy professionals out listening, we explore how you can build authentic connections, break free from toxic patterns, and align your personal and professional lives with your core values.

TOPICS:

• Building authentic relationships and breaking free from toxic patterns.
• Overcoming burnout and reclaiming joy by aligning with core values.
• Strategies for balancing personal and professional fulfilment.

MORE FROM NICK:

Book a FREE call here to learn about the Move Your Mind Program: https://tinyurl.com/yc3zmu35

Find all links here: https://nickbracks.start.page/

Sign up to the website: nickbracks.com

Connect with Nick on Instagram, Twitter & LinkedIn

MORE FROM MARK:

Website: https://markgroves.com/

Buy his new book: https://markgroves.com/book

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What if questioning the way you’ve always done things was the key to unlocking a happier life?

In this episode, I chat with Dr. Ellen Langer, a psychologist known as the "Mother of Mindfulness" and the first woman to earn tenure in Harvard’s psychology department. Ellen’s been researching the power of mindset for over 45 years, showing how the way we think can literally transform our health, relationships, and overall happiness.

We talk about breaking free from societal norms, embracing uncertainty, and making small shifts that can completely change how we experience life. This is one of those conversations that’ll leave you questioning everything - in the best way.

TOPICS:

1. Questioning societal norms and assumptions.
2. The power of mindfulness and reframing perspectives.
3. The impact of mindset on health and happiness.

MORE FROM NICK:

Book a FREE call here to learn about the Move Your Mind Program: https://tinyurl.com/yc3zmu35

Find all links here: https://nickbracks.start.page/

Sign up to the website: nickbracks.com

Connect with Nick on Instagram, Twitter & LinkedIn

MORE FROM DR. ELLEN:

https://www.ellenlanger.me/

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.