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Katherine Templar Lewis is a creative scientist, who specialises in neuroscience and neuroaesthetics. Katherine is also part of The Uncertainty Experts, who have been running interactive experiments exploring how people navigate feelings of uncertainty.We all experience uncertainty throughout our lives, whether you’ve just graduated university, lost your job or simply don’t know what the future holds - fear of the unknown can be debilitating.In part one, Katherine joins Dr Alex George to discuss why we need to reframe what uncertainty is, the three metal processes that make up uncertainty and how we can unlock our full potential by embracing discomfort…Plus, Katherine unpacks the different types of uncertainty we experience and explains how we can start to change our relationship with it.Follow @katherinetemplarlewis and her co-author @samconniff and pre-order their book The Uncertainty Toolkit: How to Feel Calmer, Happier and More Confident In an Uncertain World, out 1 January 2026. By using our affiliate bookshop you’ll help fund Stompcast by earning a small commission for every sale. Bookshop.org’s fees help support independent bookshops too!Pre-order Alex’s latest book Am I Normal? - out 15th JanuaryOrder Happy Habits - out now! Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastGet the new, pocket guide version of The Mind Manual nowDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In part three, Rob Parsons joins Dr Alex George to explore how we can come to terms with bad things happening to good people, and why you should never regret being kind.Plus, Rob shares some actionable advice for practicing kindness in everyday life and explains why he believes being kind isn’t innate, but rather a skill you learn and cultivate.Check out Rob’s book A Knock at the Door: A Homeless Man, a Lawyer…and a Family Changed Forever, the proceeds of which go towards his brilliant charity Care for the Family. By using our affiliate bookshop you’ll help fund Stompcast by earning a small commission for every sale. Bookshop.org’s fees help support independent bookshops too!Pre-order Alex’s latest book Am I Normal? - out 15th JanuaryOrder Happy Habits - out now!Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastGet the new, pocket guide version of The Mind Manual nowDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In part two, Rob Parsons speaks about the profound impact letting a homeless man live with him had on his life, how kindness can be transformative and why giving to others can give you a sense of dignity.Plus, Rob and Dr Alex George unpack the importance of community for our wellbeing and discuss what is really important in life…Check out Rob’s book A Knock at the Door: A Homeless Man, a Lawyer…and a Family Changed Forever, the proceeds of which go towards his brilliant charity Care for the Family. By using our affiliate bookshop you’ll help fund Stompcast by earning a small commission for every sale. Bookshop.org’s fees help support independent bookshops too!Pre-order Alex’s latest book Am I Normal? - out 15th JanuaryOrder Happy Habits - out now!Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastGet the new, pocket guide version of The Mind Manual nowDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rob Parsons is an author, public speaker and charity founder with an unbelievable story that encapsulates the true meaning of Christmas.In part one, Rob recounts the knock at the door that changed his life forever - why he welcomed a homeless man into his home once Christmas, and how that sparked a 45-year long companionship.Plus, Rob and Dr Alex George discuss how our childhood can influence our self-worth, and unpack why we’re all much more similar than we are different.Check out Rob’s book A Knock at the Door: A Homeless Man, a Lawyer…and a Family Changed Forever, the proceeds of which go towards his brilliant charity Care for the Family. By using our affiliate bookshop you’ll help fund Stompcast by earning a small commission for every sale. Bookshop.org’s fees help support independent bookshops too!Pre-order Alex’s latest book Am I Normal? - out 15th JanuaryOrder Happy Habits - out now! Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastGet the new, pocket guide version of The Mind Manual nowDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In part three, Dr Elaine Kasket explains how to mitigate the negative effects of AI on our lives, whether digital detoxes actually work and shares some useful tips to help you stop mindlessly scrolling…Plus, Elaine and Dr Alex George explore the surprising environmental impacts of artificial intelligence that you’re likely unaware of.Follow @elainekasket and check out her latest book Reset: Rethinking Your Digital World for a Happier Life. By using our affiliate bookshop you’ll help fund Stompcast by earning a small commission for every sale. Bookshop.org’s fees help support independent bookshops too!Order Alex’s latest book Happy Habits - out now! Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastGet the new, pocket guide version of The Mind Manual nowDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.