The Freedom Project

Mental Edge 94: The Man Who Doesn’t Breathe

Want to know how a man held his breath for 22 minutes? And what that has to do with your success?

Stig Severinsen is known as The Man Who Doesn’t Breathe. He’s broken insane world records—but he didn’t start out that way.

He trained his capacity for challenge.

In this episode, I’ll show you how that exact principle applies to your life—how to expand your ability to handle stress, perform under pressure, and finally stop feeling like you’re hitting your limit.

We cover:
✔ The science behind training your body & mind for high performance
✔ How to handle more pressure without breaking
✔ The exact process to expand your mental fitness

The Mental Fitness Training Camp starts March 31st. If you want to train alongside a small group of high-performing business owners, DM me “training camp” on Instagram @tomfoxley or LinkedIn to get the details.

Mental Edge 93: Why You Can’t Do It Alone

You can’t grow in isolation.

It doesn’t matter how disciplined you are—if you don’t have the right people around you, you’ll struggle to reach your potential.

And yet, most people try to do it alone.

In this episode of The Freedom Project Podcast, I break down:

• The military lesson that showed me why you NEED a team
• Why personal growth feels so much harder when you’re isolated
• How to find a group that will push you to your next level

If you’re serious about becoming who you’re meant to be, this episode will show you why you need to stop going it alone.

Mental Edge 92: Fear Is the Sign You’re On the Right Track

The greater the opportunity to grow… the greater the fear.

But most people think fear means they don’t belong.

It doesn’t.

In this episode of The Freedom Project Podcast, I break down:

• Why fear doesn’t mean you’re in the wrong place—it means you’re exactly where you need to be
• The moment I almost quit Royal Marines training because of fear—and what I learned
• A 3-step process to rewire your brain to see fear as proof you’re on the right path

If you feel like fear is holding you back, this episode will change how you see it forever.

Mental Edge 91: The Truth About Your Limits

You are only scratching the surface of what you’re capable of.

Even when you feel like quitting.
Even when your body says no more.
Even when your mind is completely spent.

You still have more in you.

So why do most people stop themselves too early?

In this episode of The Freedom Project Podcast, I break down:

• Why your brain lies to you about your limits.
• The one shift high performers make to break through plateaus.
• How to train your mind to handle more—without breaking.

If you feel like you’re constantly at your limit, this episode will change how you see yourself.

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• Instagram: instagram.com/tomfoxley
• Website: www.tomfoxley.me

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Mental Edge 90: How to Expand Your Mental Capacity & Thrive Under Pressure

If you’re ambitious, you probably feel like you’re at capacity.

You’re pushing for more success—but the more you take on, the heavier it feels.

You’re maxed out. Stretched thin. Always under pressure.

Most people will tell you to do less.

But that’s not the answer.

In this episode of The Freedom Project Podcast, I break down:

• Why pressure builds up—and why most people handle it wrong.
• The real reason you feel maxed out—and what to do about it.
• How to expand your mental capacity so you can handle more—without burning out.

If you’ve ever thought, “I don’t know how much more I can take,” this episode will show you the way forward.

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• Instagram: @tomfoxley
• Website: www.tomfoxley.me

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Mental Edge 89: 400 years of war—and the secret that finally ended it

For 400 years, the Comanches were unstoppable.

They fought against state-backed armies with cutting-edge weapons—and won with bows and arrows.

Every officer who tried to defeat them failed.

Until one man changed the game completely.

And the way he did it? It’s the exact strategy you need to win the battle inside your own mind.

In this episode of The Freedom Project Podcast, I break down:

• How one of history’s greatest warrior cultures held their ground for centuries.
• The one mindset shift that finally ended the war.
• Why fighting yourself only makes your struggles stronger—and what to do instead.

If you’re tired of battling your own mind, this episode will change how you see everything.

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• Instagram: @tomfoxley
• Website: www.tomfoxley.me

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Mental Edge 88: The Hidden Truth About Those Who Reach Their Potential

The people who keep leveling up in life all realise one thing that most people don’t.

And once you see it, you’ll never approach challenges the same way again.

In this episode of The Freedom Project Podcast, I break down:

• The two levels of every challenge—and why most people only focus on one.
• The real reason some people hit their limit while others keep growing.
• How to turn every struggle into an opportunity to become who you’re meant to be.

If you’ve ever wondered why some people seem to keep evolving while others stay stuck, this episode will show you the missing piece.

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• Instagram: @tomfoxley
• Website: www.tomfoxley.me

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Mental Edge 87: The 3 Components of Mental Fitness & How to Train Them

If you feel confused about how to train your mind, you’re not alone.

Every so-called expert tells you something different.

But elite mental fitness comes down to just three components:

1. Resilience – Your ability to adapt to stress and thrive.
2. Clarity – The power to see yourself, your path, and your potential clearly.
3. Character – Becoming who you’re meant to be through deliberate training.

In this episode of The Freedom Project Podcast, I break down exactly how to train each one so you can start operating at a higher level immediately.

If you’re tired of mindset confusion, this episode gives you a clear roadmap to mental fitness.

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• Instagram: @tomfoxley
• Website: www.tomfoxley.me

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Mental Edge 86: Why Traditional Self-Improvement is Failing You

You’ve tried podcasts, books, therapy, business coaching, meditation apps…

And you’re still not where you want to be.

The problem isn’t you. The problem is that these tools aren’t designed for high performers like you.

In this episode of The Freedom Project Podcast, I break down:

• Why traditional self-improvement isn’t enough.
• The three major flaws in books, coaching, and courses.
• What elite mental fitness actually looks like—and why it’s the missing piece in your growth.

If you feel like you’ve been doing everything right but still not breaking through, this episode is for you.

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• Instagram: @tomfoxley
• Website: www.tomfoxley.me

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Mental Edge 85: The Stolen Cow & The Secret to True Freedom

I woke up to find a cow on the kitchen table.

And somehow, that moment taught me one of the most important lessons about freedom.

In this episode of The Freedom Project Podcast, I share:

• The ridiculous stolen cow story from my ski season in France.
• Why most business owners get trapped in a game that doesn’t serve them.
• The 3 types of clarity you need to create real freedom.

If you’ve ever felt like you’re building a life that doesn’t quite feel right, this episode is for you.

Connect with Tom:

• Instagram: @tomfoxley
• Website: www.tomfoxley.me

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