Send a text Get in touch: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/james_shireby/ Email: [email protected] Interview episodes you might enjoy: Anthony Barnes: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vwZ3TikRV9s Chloe Thomas: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JQEhKfcAZgk Johnny Lawrence: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l_ErlDxpeGk Read more from me: https://twpt.co.uk/blog/77/how-to-manage-your-negative-thoughts Discounts: Awesome Supplements: https://awesomesupplements.co.uk/?gclid=EAIaIQ...

Send a text When most men think about ego, they think arrogance or insecurity. But the real issue isn’t having an ego — it’s having an unhealthy one. In this episode of The Work, I explore how an insecure ego drives stress, defensiveness, and relationship struggles, often without you realising it. We cover what the ego really is, how it forms, why it becomes rigid, and how awareness, mental flexibility, and connection help you build a healthier relationship with yourself. This isn’t a...

Send a text Growth isn’t always loud or obvious. Often, it shows up quietly in how you think, communicate, and take responsibility for your life. In this episode of The Work with James Shireby, James explores five subtle but powerful signs that you’re genuinely growing as a man. We cover: Why learning to ask rather than assume is a sign of maturityHow having difficult conversations builds trust and stronger relationshipsWhat it really means to invest your time and energy into what mat...

Send a text Here’s How to Get Clear on Your Values (And Why It Matters More Than Ever) In a world full of noise, pressure, and endless choice, many men feel stuck, unfulfilled, or disconnected — even when life looks good on the outside. In this episode of The Work, James explores one of the most important questions a man can ask: What’s worth caring about? You’ll learn why a lack of values clarity often sits beneath stress, dissatisfaction, and burnout — and how values act as an inn...

Send a text Purpose isn’t something you suddenly find. It’s something you build. In this episode of The Work, James explores why so many men feel stuck, restless, or unfulfilled — even when life looks “fine” on the surface. The issue usually isn’t motivation or discipline. It’s a lack of meaning. You’ll learn why waiting for clarity keeps you stuck, how comfort and distraction quietly drain your energy, and why purpose is created through responsibility, values, and aligned action. This epis...

Send a text Growth has a cost. It’s uncomfortable. Inconvenient. And it asks you to face parts of yourself you’d rather avoid. But here’s what most men never stop to consider: not growing costs far more than growth ever will. In this episode of The Work, I explore the hidden cost of staying the same — and why so many men feel stuck, tired, disconnected, or quietly dissatisfied despite “doing everything right.” We talk about how life’s chapters change, and how each one demands a new vers...

Send a text In this episode of The Work, James breaks down five things that quietly destroy a man’s mental wellbeing without him even realising it. It’s not always the big life events that pull you off track — it’s the small daily habits, the environments you tolerate, and the pressures you keep carrying. You’ll learn why: • the wrong people drain your energy • negative media overload hijacks your nervous system • poor nutrition affects your mood and clarity • lack of movement weakens y...

Send a text In this episode of The Work, James breaks down one of the biggest reasons men stay stuck: trying to fix problems they haven’t taken the time to understand. Most men jump straight into action — solutions, strategies, quick wins — without ever looking beneath the surface. And it’s why the same frustrations, habits, and emotional patterns keep repeating. James explores what’s really going on underneath the struggle: • slipping into blame or a quiet victim mindset • avoiding unc...

Send a text So many men are struggling right now — not because they’re weak, but because they’re stuck in one of two unhelpful camps. Camp 1: Work hard, stay busy, push emotions down, and chase success… while health and relationships quietly fall apart. Camp 2: More open emotionally, but taking no meaningful action. Stuck, overwhelmed, and wanting progress without knowing where to start. In this episode, I break down the third path — Camp 1.5 — the middle ground most men never find. A...

Send a text This week I sit down and talk with Luke French to talk about all things Mental Health and Mental Fitness. If you would like to reserve your spot on the next Mental Fitness event then sign up here: https://www.thrive-personaltraining.co.uk/mental-fitness-february-2026 Get in touch: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/james_shireby/ Email: [email protected] Interview episodes you might enjoy: Anthony Barnes: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vwZ3TikRV9s Chloe Tho...