BEING WELL

Existential Philosophy for Transformational Leaders

“Everything has been figured out, except how to live.”

Jean-Paul Sartre

THE INSIDE OUT

We're each starring in our own exclusive movie, a narrative only we can intimately know and feel.

Philosophy serves as a powerful tool to decode these personal experiences and make sense of the world around us.

This programme isn't about generic advice; it's about giving you the reins to your distinct journey, offering an insider's perspective rather than one-size-fits-all solutions.

Inspired by the book of the same name, it blends existential philosophy with practical strategies for personal growth.

THINK

LIKE YOU’VE NEVER THOUGHT BEFORE

You’ll gain deep insights into yourself and your people and think in ways that defy convention.

This course will help you break free from limitations, unlock growth, and reach peak performance.

You’ll deepen your self-awareness, broaden your worldview, and energise your path to authentic, purposeful living.

WHO IS IT FOR?

In a world filled with complexity, uncertainty, and existential questions, this programme is designed for transformational leaders ready to embark on a journey of self-discovery.

It offers a space for reflection and discussion, appealing to those who value introspection and the deeper meaning behind their actions.

If you aspire to personal growth and peak performance, this programme is for you.

6 GROUP SESSIONS

Engage in six 90-minute live online sessions that explore profound philosophical wisdom and its application to life.

1-2-1 SENSE-MAKING

Enjoy two hours of individual sense-making and reflection to personalise and practically apply the concepts to your unique perspective.

6 KEY THINKERS

6 CORE THEMES

Jean-Paul Sartre
Albert Camus
Friedrich Nietzsche
Soren Kierkegaard
Martin Heidegger
Simone de Beauvoir

1. AUTHENTICITY

Jean-Paul Sartre

JEAN-PAUL SARTRE: Who you are and who you might become

  • Challenge your beliefs on freedom, choice, and societal expectations.

  • Question assumptions about ‘Bad Faith’ and self-deception in your performance context.

  • Redefine contemporary notions of success and achievement on your terms.

2. ABSURDITY

Albert Camus

ALBERT CAMUS: Keeping it real and being a rebel

  • Embrace life’s inherent absurdity and learn to navigate your experiences within it.

  • Find ways to accept the uncertainty and unpredictability of performance.

  • Cultivate humility and avoid taking yourself too seriously.

3. AFFIRMATION

Friedrich Nietzsche

FRIEDRICH NIETZSCHE: Becoming who you are

  • Define your ideal of excellence and personal growth, free from external pressures.

  • Scrutinise herd mentality, conformity, and tradition in high-performance environments.

  • Infuse your professional pursuits with purpose and meaning, approaching your career with gratitude.

4. AMBIGUITY

Simone de Beauvoir

SIMONE DE BEAUVOIR: Willing the freedom of others

  • Explore the meaning of true freedom and how you deal with ambiguity in life and work.

  • Confront self-imposed limitations that hinder your potential as a high performer.

  • Recognise the characters we play in order to avoid the freedom we have in life.

5. ANTICIPATION

Martin Heidegger

MARTIN HEIDEGGER: Being Dasein

  • Understand the unique historical and cultural context that shapes your existence.

  • Challenge traditional views of goal-setting and learn to use anticipatory resoluteness.

  • Leverage the concept of “being-toward-death” to enrich your experience of time.

6. ANXIETY

Soren Kierkegaard

SOREN KIERKEGAARD: Embracing the dizziness of freedom

  • Understand how and why life can only be understood backwards but lived forwards.

  • Grab hold of the infinite possibilities you have ahead and take responsibility for your future.

  • Take an authentic leap of faith onto the path of becoming a true self.

Course Structure

The BEING WELL course is interactive and engaging, allowing you to participate as part of a small cohort or with optional 1-2-1 sense-making for personalised attention and support throughout.

I pride myself on creating a lighthearted and welcoming atmosphere that fosters a relaxed and enjoyable learning environment. My goal is to challenge you while providing real-time feedback to deepen your knowledge and enhance your learning experience.

Unlike traditional courses, there are no assessments or required readings. Everything you need to know will be covered during the live sessions, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in the learning experience without added stress.

Community

Upon enrolment, you'll gain access to a private Slack or Discord group—a space for cohort members to connect and engage in stimulating conversations. Here, you’ll find authentic connections, practical advice, and inspiration.

Our community values deep engagement and intimate collaboration over superficial exchanges. It’s an enthusiastic and supportive network of like-minded individuals on a quest for personal and collective wisdom.

Each week, you’ll receive additional resources—books, articles, films, memes, podcasts, and documentaries—to complement the session material. These resources aim to stimulate critical thinking and encourage discussions that promote both personal and collective growth.

ℹ️ Important Information

Duration: This is a 6-week course, including 6 live workshops and 2 hours of optional 1-2-1 sense-making.

Dates: Session dates and times will be communicated well in advance for your planning. Please specify your preferences when joining the waiting list.

Learning Mode: The program is entirely online, conducted live via Zoom, and accessible from anywhere in the world.

Language: All sessions are in English and are recorded for your convenience, accessible on a private server.

Requirements: All curious learners are welcome, regardless of academic background. Please note this course is independent and does not offer academic credits.

Certification: I value curiosity and engagement over assessments. While there are no assignments or grades, a certificate of completion is available upon request as recognition of your participation.

Investment: The cohort course is £595. The cohort course with 1-2-1 sense-making is £795.

BEING WELL Testimonials

  • “Through this programme's use of questions rather than pre-determined answers, I've gained a deeper understanding of who I am personally and as a leader. It’s a great launchpad to tackle the fast-changing world.”

    Tim Johns, Director of Product and Tech

  • "Drawing on philosophy, psychology, and personal experience, this programme offers a valuable perspective on how we can all live more fully and meaningfully."

    Kevin Sinfield OBE, Seven-time Rugby Super League Champion

  • "This programme has helped me understand myself and the often-absurd realities of competition better. The advice in it has been invaluable, and my life is far better for it."

    Joelle King, Five-time Commonwealth Gold Medalist

  • "An intense, but incredibly powerful, series of ideas on turning thought into action. In a scary and confusing world, philosophy can become a weapon. It won't make you happy... But it will help you cut through the banal and the meaningless, so you can live a more fulfilling existence."

    Shaun McHugh, Head of Marketing Operations

  • "I found this programme to be deeply insightful and personally resonant. I highly recommend it to anyone seeking to enhance their mental outlook."

    Paul Eales, Multiple winner on all three European Golf Tours

Money-Back Guarantee

Your confidence in joining this course is essential. I offer a no-questions-asked money-back guarantee. If, after completing it, you don't find it a valuable investment in your personal growth, I'll provide a full refund. It's that simple.

REGISTER

YOUR INTEREST

To join the waiting list for future BEING WELL cohorts, simply complete the form below. Places are limited and assigned on a "first-come, first-served" basis. If you have any questions, please get in touch.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • No. Although it may help you more quickly understand and process some of the key points in live sessions, our courses are accessible to anyone regardless of qualifications and academic background. There are no prerequisites to join the programme, and you do not need to have experience in a university setting. The course may, however, serve as useful preparation for higher levels of study.

  • No. Our courses are open to participants worldwide. All you need is a suitable device to access the live sessions and a good/reliable internet connection. A device with a good-sized screen (such as a laptop) is highly recommended as opposed to a mobile phone. You will also need a good grasp of spoken and written English to gain maximum benefit from the course.

  • It would be great if you could attend every live session, and that is the expectation, but don’t worry if you need to miss a session if life unexpectedly gets in the way. Each session is recorded for you to access in your own time afterwards.

  • In an ideal world, everyone would get involved and play an equal role. However, there will always be different strengths and personalities in a cohort. There is no expectation or demand for any individual to do anything they are not comfortable with. If you’re someone who feels more at ease taking a back seat in sessions, that’s totally fine—just let John know prior to the first session.

  • If you’ve missed out on a particular cohort, make sure you are on the waiting list so you will be the first to hear about future cohorts and updates.

  • Yes—just get in touch to discuss your specific context, needs, and requirements.

  • Yes. Please contact John to discuss how this might look.

  • Yes. If you fully participate in the live sessions and actively engage in the private Slack/Discord group for your cohort and still don’t find it valuable, you can get a full refund within 7 days of the end of the course.

    If life gets in the way and you need to withdraw from the course before you complete it, you can defer to a future cohort at no cost.

  • Absolutely. Just reach out to chat with John about any questions you have.