What happens when a psychiatrist has to put his own advice about facing fear into practice?

In this episode, Dr Alex joins Dr Rosy Blunstone, a psychiatry and psychotherapy registrar, to discuss his experience of trying stand-up comedy for the first time. From anxious rehearsals to jokes that didn’t land, Alex shares what helped him handle self-doubt, embarrassment and the vulnerability of being a beginner.

Together, they explore:
• Responding to the inner critic
• Focusing on the process rather than the outcome
• How perfectionism can stop us from starting something new
• Why trying something scary is easier with a community
• Making room for hobbies, play and enjoyment without needing to excel
• Challenging limiting beliefs

If there’s something you’ve always wanted to try but fear has held you back, this conversation is for you.

What’s something you’d love to try—and what’s stopping you? Let us know in the comments.

Presented by Dr. Alex Curmi with Dr. Rosy Blunstone. Dr. Alex is a consultant psychiatrist and a UKCP registered psychotherapist. Dr. Blunstone is a psychiatry and psychotherapy registrar.

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What can Netflix's Matthew Perry documentary teach us about the psychology of addiction?

Matthew Perry achieved extraordinary fame and success, yet continued to struggle with addiction throughout his life. His story raises important questions about why some people become addicted to drugs and alcohol, and why success, wealth and recognition don't necessarily resolve deeper psychological difficulties.

In this episode, psychiatrist Dr Alex explores some of the psychological lessons from Matthew Perry's story, drawing on his experience working in addiction services.

Presented by Dr. Alex Curmi. Dr. Alex is a consultant psychiatrist and a UKCP registered psychotherapist.

Get in touch: https://alexcurmitherapy.com/contact/

Check out The Thinking Mind Substack: https://thinkingmindblog.substack.com/

Speaking inquiries: https://alexcurmitherapy.com/speaking/

Coaching: https://alexcurmitherapy.com/practice/

Alex is not currently taking on new psychotherapy clients, if you are interested in working with Alex for self-development coaching , you can email - alexcurmitherapy@gmail.com with "Coaching" in the subject line.

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What happens when ordinary people are handed power over others, and how do they respond when that power is taken away? Do you have an inner monster waiting to be unleashed?

In this episode, psychiatrist Dr Alex examines Netflix’s The New Stanford Prison Experiment, exploring what the controversial reality series can and cannot—tell us about human nature.

Dr Alex discusses how leaders emerge, how people gain status and why having authority doesn’t automatically earn respect. He also considers the role of personality, the distress caused by inconsistency, and how people reationalise their behaviour.

Can a programme offer valuable insights without producing reliable scientific evidence?

If you were given the uniform—or put behind the bars—what would you do?

Presented by Dr. Alex Curmi. Dr. Alex is a consultant psychiatrist and a UKCP registered psychotherapist.

Get in touch: https://alexcurmitherapy.com/contact/

Check out The Thinking Mind Substack: https://thinkingmindblog.substack.com/

Speaking inquiries: https://alexcurmitherapy.com/speaking/

Coaching: https://alexcurmitherapy.com/practice/

Alex is not currently taking on new psychotherapy clients, if you are interested in working with Alex for psychological coaching , you can email - alexcurmitherapy@gmail.com with "Coaching" in the subject line.

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