Bodhisattva Conversations with...: Recent Episodes

Julia Chi

These podcasts are conversations with people about aspects of their life that have been, or are important to them.

In this episode of Pearls of Wisdom, I explore our desire for other people to change!

We often find ourselves thinking that if our partner, parent, child, friend, colleague or boss would just behave differently, we could finally feel happier, calmer or more at ease!

But we disempower ourselves when our wellbeing becomes dependent on somebody else changing.

I explore the difference between judgement and observation, and how our judgements are so often shaped by our own conditioning, beliefs, history and unresolved reactions.

When we become still enough to observe rather than immediately judge, we create space for greater wisdom and clarity.

I also ask

What if they never change?

Acceptance doesn't mean having no boundaries. It doesn't mean tolerating behaviour that isn't right for us. We can ask for behaviour changes, create boundaries, change the nature of a relationship or leave altogether.

But we can do these things from presence rather than reactivity.

When we stop trying to change another person and begin investigating our own patterns, something shifts. We change our position in the relationship, and the relationship itself must then respond to that change.

Ultimately, we cannot control another person's journey.

But we can become conscious of our own.

And freedom begins when we realise:

My peace does not require your transformation.

In this episode of Pearls of Wisdom, I explore how an extraordinary life isn't created through extraordinary events, it is created through the way we meet each ordinary moment.

Often we wait for the next achievement, the next holiday, the next relationship, or the next achievement before allowing ourselves to feel fully celebratory.

But this moment is the one that matters the most!

Every interaction, every thought, every conversation, and every challenge offers us an opportunity to practise awareness, kindness, and responsibility.

In this episode, I explore:

• Why every moment is an opportunity to deepen awareness
• Taking responsibility for the energy we bring into the world
• Recognising reactivity as an invitation to return to presence
• Asking for change with kindness rather than blame
• The importance of consistent daily practice—not perfection
• Becoming aware of our thoughts, words, and actions
• Creating relationships that are grounded in compassion, respect, and presence

An extraordinary life isn't built one big decision at a time.

It's created through thousands of ordinary moments lived consciously.

Because every moment is another opportunity to choose love over fear, awareness over reaction, and presence over habit.

In this episode of I explore creativity as the very nature of being alive.

So many people tell themselves, "I'm just not a creative person." But every day we create.

We create conversations, relationships, meals, businesses, gardens, communities, and moments of kindness. We create through the way we parent, the way we work, the way we train for a race, and the way we choose to show up in the world.

At our essence, we are consciousness expressing itself through form. Each of us is a unique expression of life's limitless potential.

In this episode, I explore:

• Why creativity belongs to everyone
• Moving beyond the idea that creativity is only artistic
• Listening for what wants to be expressed through you
• The difference between creating for an outcome and creating as a meditation
• Why commitment allows creativity to deepen us
• Enjoying the journey rather than becoming attached to the result
• How expressing what is within us becomes a communion with life itself

The greatest gift of creativity isn't what we produce, it’s who we become through the act of creating.

In this episode of Pearls of Wisdom, I reflect on the theme of attachment and the freedom that comes from learning to let go.

Inspired by drawing the Miser card from the Osho Zen Tarot, I explore how holding on is not only about money or possessions. We can cling just as tightly to our beliefs, opinions, identities, relationships, achievements, memories, expectations, and even our ideas of who we think we should be.

So much of our suffering comes not from having these things, but from believing we cannot be without them.

In this episode, I explore:

• What attachment really is and how it quietly shapes our lives
• Why holding on can limit our freedom
• The difference between enjoying life and becoming attached to it
• Letting go of identities formed through conditioning and expectation
• Why some attachments protect us until we are ready to release them
• Returning to awareness, presence, and inner peace

In this episode of Pearls of Wisdom, I explore one of the greatest gifts that we can offer ourselves and one another - the freedom to be exactly who we are!

So much of our suffering comes from comparison, from believing we should be different, or from expecting others to think, behave, or experience life in the same way that we do.

But what our differences are not obstacles to connection!
They are the very thing that makes connection possible?

In this episode, I explore:

• Why celebrating our uniqueness creates deeper relationships
• How comparison disconnects us from ourselves
• The importance of developing a healthy inner narrative of self-acceptance
• Why waiting for validation from others keeps us searching outside ourselves
• Using personality systems as tools for self-understanding rather than labels or limitations
• The wonderful paradox of knowing yourself deeply while becoming less attached to your identity
• Discovering the awareness beneath the personality

When we stop trying to become someone else, we naturally begin to appreciate both ourselves and the uniqueness of those around us.

Because true connection is not created through sameness.

It is created by honouring our differences while recognising the awareness that unites us all.

In this episode of ‘Pearls of Wisdom’, I explore projection!

We often believe we are seeing people and situations exactly as they are.

But I explore the idea that we are actually seeing them through the filter of our own beliefs, experiences, emotions, and conditioning

Projection is a natural part of being human.

We project not only our fears and unresolved pain, but also our hopes, ideals, and expectations, but we sometimes we see the worst in people and sometimes we see only the best.

In both cases, our own inner world is shaping what we perceive!

This episode explores:

• What projection really is and why we all do it
• How unprocessed pain can be projected onto others
• Why positive projections can be just as misleading as negative ones
• The relationship between projection, reactivity, and awareness
• Using inquiry to question the stories we believe
• How presence and stillness help us see more clearly

Drawing on practical wisdom, personal reflection, and the work of Byron Katie, I explore how questioning our projections can become a profound path to freedom!

The clearer we become within ourselves, the more clearly we begin to see the world around us.

In this episode of Pearls of Wisdom, I share a personal experience and it inspired me to remind of the importance of celebrating one another while we are still here.

Last year, I trained as a celebrant after several clients suggested they would like me to conduct their weddings. Around the same time, one of my oldest clients, then aged ninety, said, "Oh, you can do my funeral!”

This year, that conversation came full circle when I found myself conducting her funeral and celebrating her remarkable life.

Why do we so often wait until someone has died to tell them how much they mattered?

In this episode, I explore:

• The importance of appreciating people while they are alive
• How appreciation creates connection and strengthens relationships
• The practice of appreciative inquiry in relationships, teams, and organisations
• Why what we focus on tends to grow
• The connection between appreciating others and appreciating ourselves
• How celebration can become a way of living rather than an occasional event

Through personal stories and reflections, I explore how appreciation transforms both the giver and the receiver.

The greatest gift we can offer another person is to let them know they matter while they are still here to hear it.

In this episode of Pearls of Wisdom, I explore how to remain present when life feels overwhelmingly busy.

Most of us experience periods where there seems to be too much to do, too many responsibilities, and too many demands on our time and energy. During these times, it is easy to become caught up in stress, anxiety, and overwhelm.

But what if stress is not caused by the situation itself, but by our response to it!

Drawing on both practical tools and inner awareness practices, I explore how we can navigate busy periods with greater ease, clarity, and presence.

In this episode, I reflect on:

• Why stress is often our response rather than the situation itself
• The importance of taking the next step rather than trying to solve everything at once
• How the breath can anchor us in the present moment
• The role of mantras and simple awareness practices
• The power of healthy boundaries and learning to say "no"
• Exploring the deeper patterns that make saying "yes" feel necessary
• Moving from overwhelm to conscious choice

Life may not always slow down, but we can learn to meet it differently.

Because peace is not found when everything is completed.

Peace is found in this moment.

In this episode of Pearls of Wisdom, I explore an ancient idea that has fascinated spiritual seekers for centuries:

As within, so without.

What if the world around us is not simply happening to us, but reflecting something back to us?

Most of us naturally look outward when challenges arise. We focus on situations, circumstances, and other people as the source of our happiness or unhappiness, but what if there is another way of looking at life?

Drawing inspiration from the Hermetic Principle of Correspondence, I explore the possibility that our outer experience mirrors aspects of our inner world - not as a reason for blame or self-judgement, but as an opportunity for greater awareness and personal empowerment.

In this episode, I reflect on:

• The principle of "As within, so without"
• Why reactivity can be a doorway to self-understanding
• How our beliefs, emotions, and patterns shape our experience of life
• The difference between reacting to life and consciously creating it
• Why inner stillness is the foundation of transformation
• How changing our inner world can change our experience of the outer world

Whether or not we take this principle literally, approaching life as though it is reflecting something back to us can be a powerful path of self-discovery, because when we change what is happening within, something magical begins to happen without!

In this episode I explore the transformative power of listening.

In a world filled with noise, opinions, distractions, and constant communication, truly listening has become a rare and precious skill, but it is through listening that genuine connection is created.

When we listen deeply, we set aside our assumptions, judgements, opinions, and the internal dialogue that often prevents us from fully meeting another person.

In that space, something profound happens, we move beyond simply hearing words and begin to experience presence, understanding, and connection.

This episode explores:

• Why true listening creates deeper relationships
• How our internal narrative prevents us from hearing others
• Listening as a form of meditation
• The connection between presence and understanding
• Listening not only to people, but to life itself
• The practice of intentional dialogue and reflective listening
• How stillness and awareness help us become better listeners

Through personal reflection and practical insight, I explore how listening can become a path to greater peace, connection, and self-awareness.

Because when we truly listen, we are simply present.

And presence is one of the greatest gifts we can offer another human being.

In this episode of 'Pearls of Wisdom', we explore the four survival archetypes that unconsciously shape our behaviours, relationships, choices, and sense of self.

These archetypes often operate beneath the surface, influencing how we protect ourselves, where we give our power away, and the patterns that keep us stuck. But when brought into awareness, they can become profound gateways for healing, empowerment, and transformation.

We look into:

The Wounded Child, and the journey back to the Magical Innocent
The Victim, transforming helplessness into responsibility and personal power
The Prostitute, uncovering where we sell ourselves out and reclaiming self-worth
The Saboteur, shifting destructive patterns into conscious creativity

This episode invites self-inquiry and inner work.

Where are these archetypes showing up in your life?

What subconscious patterns are asking to be seen, healed, and transformed?

By bringing light to the shadow, we begin turning our greatest inner obstacles into our strongest allies.

The book I couldn't remember is 'Homecoming' by John Bradshaw.

In this episode of Pearls of Wisdom, I explore beliefs - where they come from, how they shape our experience of life, and how becoming aware of them can transform the way we live.

From early childhood, we absorb ideas about who we are, what life should look like, what is possible, and how we are expected to behave.

Over time, these thoughts become beliefs, and these beliefs shape our reality.

Often, we identify so strongly with these inherited patterns that we believe they are simply “who we are.”

This episode explores:

How thoughts become beliefs and beliefs shape our lives
The influence of family, culture, and early experiences
Why many people live on unconscious “autopilot”
How questioning beliefs can feel both freeing and unsettling
The role of visualisation and conscious thought
The shift from victimhood to empowerment
Reconnecting with awareness and conscious creation

Through reflection and personal insight, I explore how we can begin to recognise the patterns running beneath our lives and consciously choose what we wish to create moving forward.

Because when we become aware of our beliefs, we are no longer bound to repeat the past.

We become free to create consciously.

In this episode of Pearls of Wisdom, I explore reactivity, what it is, where it comes from, and how learning to work with it can transform our lives and relationships.

So much of what we call ‘stress,’ conflict, or emotional pain begins with unconscious reactions. A comment, situation, or interaction triggers an energetic shift within us, and we often believe that something outside of us has ‘made’ us feel a certain way.

But, our reactions are not caused by something external, but are revealing something unresolved from the past

This episode explores:
How childhood conditioning shapes our reactions
Why relationship acts as a mirror
The connection between reactivity and old emotional wounds
The space between stimulus and response
How breath and awareness can help us clear emotional reactions
Why healing reactivity transforms both ourselves and our relationships

Through personal reflection and practical insight, I explore how every reaction can become an opportunity for awareness and healing.

Because when we stop immediately acting out of our reactions and begin to witness them instead, something shifts, we create space.we heal the past, and we begin to respond from consciousness rather than conditioning.

In this episode, I explore the deeper meaning of discipline, and how it can become a supportive, empowering force rather than something rigid or restrictive.

Discipline is often understood as consistency, structure, and the ability to push through difficulty in order to achieve goals, and while these aspects have value, they are only part of the story.

This episode explores the idea that true self-discipline begins within.

It is not simply about what we do, but about how we relate to our thoughts, emotions, and inner patterns.

I explore:

The conventional understanding of discipline and its role in daily life
Why external discipline alone is often unsustainable
The importance of self-awareness and knowing how we function
The role of breath, attention, and observation in developing inner discipline
How our thoughts and emotions shape our experience of life
Why discipline is less about force and more about awareness

When we begin to observe our inner world, our thoughts, emotions, and behaviours - something shifts.

We move from reacting unconsciously, to responding consciously.

And from that place, discipline becomes something very different.

It becomes something that naturally arises from clarity, presence, and self-understanding.

In this episode explore what stress really is, and how we can begin to relate to it in a different way.

Stress is often seen as something caused by external circumstances: work, relationships, pressure, or difficult situations. But in reality, stress is not the situation itself, but our response to it.

At a physical level, stress is a natural response of the body, designed to protect us. The nervous system moves into a state of activation, preparing us for action. But in modern life, many of us remain in this state far more than necessary.

This episode explores the difference between external challenges and our internal response - the role of the nervous system in stres - why stress has become normalised in modern life - how disconnection from presence leads to tension and overwhelm - the impact of conditioning, pressure, and expectation, and he importance of reconnecting with the body and the present moment

Through investigation and practical insight, I explore how it is possible to live without stress! Not by removing challenges, but by changing how we meet them.

When we return to presence, listen to the body, and let go of constant mental pressure, something shifts.

We begin to experience life with greater ease, clarity, and connection.

In this episode, I explore our relationship with thought, and what it means to become the master of our minds rather than being led by them.

There is often a belief that meditation is about stopping thought altogether, but it is more importantto recognise that we are not our thoughts.

The mind has incredible creative potential. It allows us to imagine, create, plan, and solve problems, but when left unobserved, it can also become repetitive, reactive, and overwhelming, looping through past experiences and worrying about imagined futures.

Through meditation and awareness, we begin to access a deeper space within ourselves - a place of presence where we can witness thought as it arises, without becoming identified with it.

This episode explores:

The difference between thinking and awareness - why thought is not the enemy - how the mind can become a “runaway train” without awareness - the impact of thought on our experience and environment - the role of conditioning and learned patterns -the importance of being mindful of what we consume mentally - how meditation creates space, clarity, and inner ease

When we begin to observe our thoughts rather than follow them, something shifts.

The mind becomes quieter, life becomes clearer and we rediscover a sense of peace that was always there.

In this episode I explore the deeper nature of relationship and the patterns that can quietly erode connection over time.

We are always in relationship, all the time - with others, with ourselves, and with life itself, and the quality of our relationships is deeply connected to the relationship we have within ourselves.

Relationship can act as a mirror, reflecting back aspects of ourselves we may not otherwise see, and in intimate relationships, this reflection becomes even clearer, sometimes revealing patterns, expectations, and unconscious behaviours that can create tension and disconnection.

In this episode, I share one of the most practical and transformative insights in relationship work - the four behaviours identified by John Gottman that can damage connection if left unexamined.

These are - Criticism Defensiveness Contempt and Stonewalling

Through reflection and real-life insight, I explore how these patterns show up, why they arise, and how awareness of them can begin to transform the way we relate.

Because ultimately, the most powerful shift we can make in any relationship is not trying to change the other person, but becoming aware of what we bring into the space between us.

In this, I explore what it really means to find balance in our lives.

We often think of balance as something external - how we divide our time between work, family, rest, and the things we enjoy, and while this has its place, many people still feel stressed, overwhelmed, or disconnected, even when their lives appear balanced on the surface.

So what is missing?

This episode looks at the deeper truth that real balance is not created through time management, but through inner balance.

Through reflection and personal experience, I explore:

Why external balance doesn’t always lead to inner ease
How stress often arises from disconnection from the present moment
The impact of pressure, comparison, and expectation
The importance of being fully present in whatever we are doing
How life’s challenges can become a practice of returning to awareness
Why communication and honesty support inner balance

Even in full, busy lives, with work, relationships, responsibilities, and peronal goals it is possible to remain connected to ourselves.

Balance is not about doing less or perfectly organising our time.

It is about how we are within the life we are already living.

In this episode I explore what it means to move forward in life without losing ourselves.

Modern life is often full, with our work, relationships, family, responsibilities, not to mention our goals!

It’s easy to become caught up in everything that needs to be done and slowly drift away from a deeper connection to ourselves.

And yet, alongside everything we do, there is always an awareness present, quietly witnessing our thoughts, actions, and experiences.

This podcast explores that being still and conscious, is not to step away from life, but to remain connected to that awareness within it.

This episode is a reflection on:

Staying connected to presence in everyday life
The difference between awareness and reactivity
How stress often arises from fear and lack of presence
The impact of comparison and external expectations
Returning to self-acceptance, compassion, and inner ease
Living from presence rather than conditioning

Often, it is in the most challenging moments that we come to know ourselves more deeply. And it is also in these moments that we are most likely to lose ourselves in stress, fear, or exhaustion.

By always returning to awareness, again and again, we begin to move through life in a different way.

We can still have goals.
Still move forward.
Still engage fully with the world.

But without losing ourselves in the process.

In this episode, I explore the creative nature of each moment and the space that exists between what happens to us and how we respond.

So much of our lives is shaped through conversation – not only with others, but within ourselves.

Each interaction is like a thread, weaving the tapestry of our experience, aqqqqqnd yet, often we find ourselves repeating the same patterns, the same words, and the same reactions.

In any given moment, there are countless possibilities available to us. Different ways we could speak, act, or respond. Each one subtly shaping the direction of our lives.

So why do we tend to stay in familiar loops?

Often it is because we are not fully present. We act from conditioning, from learned patterns, from the past replaying itself in the present moment.
But there is a space.

A space between stimulus and response.

And in that space lies the potential for something new.

This episode is a reflection on:
• The creative nature of every moment
• How unconscious patterns shape our lives
• The idea of “3000 possibilities” in each moment
• The gap between stimulus and response
• How awareness allows us to pause and choose differently

When we begin to notice our habitual reactions and gently create space before responding, we open the door to change.

Because when we react, we re-enact the past.
But when we pause, we create the future.

In this episode, I explore what it really means to trust, and why the search for trust outside ourselves can never fully resolve the deeper longing within.

We often look for trust in other people: in partners, teachers, therapists, friends, or those we see as authorities.

We hope that if someone is reliable enough, consistent enough, or “trustworthy” enough, we will finally feel safe.

But even when we choose someone as an authority, it is still our choice. And at the deepest level, everything comes back to us, to our perception, our expectations, and the meaning we give to our experiences.

Perhaps the question is not whether we can trust others, but whether we can trust ourselves.

Human beings are shaped by their conditioning, their experiences, their beliefs, and their patterns.

When we begin to see this clearly, something shifts within. and Instead of expecting others to behave in certain ways, we begin to recognise that we can trust people to act according to their nature - whether that is predictable or unpredictable!.

From there, trust takes on a different quality.

It becomes less about controlling outcomes and more about trusting our capacity to meet whatever arises.Trust as an inner state rooted in awareness and presence.

Through personal reflection, including experiences of loss, disappointment, and growth, this episode leads us inward, toward a deeper kind of trust, one that is not dependent on certainty, predictability, or other people behaving in particular ways.

In this episode of Bodhisattva Conversations, I explore a powerful and sometimes uncomfortable idea that there is no-one to blame!

Blame looks outward and backward, focusing on who or what caused our current situation, whereas responsibility always looks inward and forward.

It asks how we meet our lives now.

Blaming others, whether our parents, partners, colleagues, or past circumstances, can feel justified.

And of course, our experiences have shaped us... Our childhood, relationships, and life events all influence who we become.

But when we continue to blame, we subtly give our power away. As long as someone else is responsible for how we feel or how our life unfolds, our freedom depends on them changing.

Excuses can also be surprisingly subtle. They often sound like quiet identity statements:

“It’s just how I am.”
“I would, but I’m not ready.”
“When things settle down.”
“They always do this to me.”

These narratives can keep us tied to our wounds and patterns. Ironically, excuses can sometimes feel safer than freedom.

Taking full responsibility does not mean blaming ourselves. It means recognising that we are no longer unconscious or unaware. We have the capacity to observe our reactions, our patterns, and our choices.

One of the key practices is learning to stay with discomfort instead of immediately projecting blame outward. In those moments, we can begin to see what our reactions are protecting and where we are still holding onto old identities.

When we stop blaming, we reclaim the power to live differently.

In this episode of Bodhisattva Conversations, I explore the subtle but powerful difference between being in joy and enjoying something.

Enjoyment is often connected to outer experiences - a beautiful day, a delicious meal, a moment of success, time with people we love. These moments are wonderful, but they are naturally temporary.

Joy, however, is something different.

Joy is not dependent on circumstances. It is a deeper inner state of ease that arises when we are no longer in conflict with ourselves or the present moment.

Much of the inner work we do is a process of recognising where we have become identified with our reactions, where we believe that something outside of us has made us feel a certain way. Yet often what the outer world actually does is reveal where there is unrest within us.

When we become aware of this, something shifts. Instead of chasing experiences that temporarily help us feel better, we begin to cultivate stillness and awareness within ourselves.

From that place, we can experience joy even when we are not necessarily enjoying what is happening in the moment.

A rainy day, a difficult conversation, a challenging life situation - these may not be enjoyable, but they do not have to take us out of inner ease.

This episode is a reflection on how to stop searching for joy outside ourselves, and instead recognise the stillness within that has always been there.

In this episode of Bodhisattva Conversations, I explore the nature of relationship, and what occurs in “the space between” us and the other.

There is always a space between two people.

An invisible field made up of tone, attention, intention, nervous system energy, and unspoken emotion, and whether we are relating to a partner, a friend, a colleague, a child, or a stranger, we are always contributing something to that space.

We are the common denominator in all of our relationships.

This episode seeks to shift the focus from asking whether others are “the one,” “a good friend,” or “meeting our needs,” toward a more empowering question:

What am I placing into the space between us?

Am I bringing reactivity or reflection?
Defensiveness or curiosity?
Ease or tension?
Blame or ownership?

Relationship is a mirror.
Intimacy is a magnifying glass.

The closer someone is to us, the more clearly we see ourselves! We can observe our patterns, our wounds, our capacity to love.

Recorded on the eve of my 12th wedding anniversary, this episode is also a reflection on shared intention to relate consciously in long-term partnership, and the appreciation that arises when two people both care about what they are contributing to the relational field.

This is not about perfection. It is about awareness and about taking responsibility for our side of what we put into the space.

An exploration of how we create harmony or conflict, safety or unease, healing or hurt - moment by moment - in the space between.

In this episode of The Practice of Being, I’m joined by writer and spiritual mentor Sashi Radley, for a conversation that weaves together creativity, presence, love, loss, and the mystery of life itself.

Sashi shares how writing is not simply a craft for her, but a profound space of being. It is a place where the mind stills, time expands, and something deeper moves through her.

We explore her latest novel, Secret and Re Birth, Book 2 in The Ancient Power series. The book is a captivating time-slip adventure spanning present-day Britain and ancient Britannia, where supernatural powers, betrayal, and retribution shape destiny. The novel stands alone while continuing the journey that began in Secret and Ritual.

Beyond fiction, Sashi is also the author of the much-loved non-fiction book Unleash Your Inner Psychic, and she works as a soul and face reader, spiritual development mentor.

Sashi is also a 'Mindful Artist' - and through art, writing, and spiritual practice, she describes how creating becomes a doorway into stillness, a way of letting the day dissolve onto the canvas or page.

Our conversation moves through themes of love, life, and death, and how we can remain present in the midst of joy and triumph as well as sadness and loss.

At its heart, this episode is an exploration of how creativity and spiritual awareness can anchor us in being, even as life continues to unfold in all its complexity.

In this solo episode of Bodhisattva Conversations, I explore the practice of being with uncertainty, and the truth that the only thing we are ever certain of is that nothing is certain!

As human beings, we go to great lengths to construct safety. We build structures around money, work, relationships, identity, and even our spiritual beliefs. We tell ourselves that if we arrange life carefully enough, we will be protected from change.

But everything changes.

This episode is not about abandoning stability or rejecting the practical foundations of life, shelter, food, work, security. They support our human survival!

Instead, this podcast questions where stability becomes identity, and where safety becomes attachment.

What if uncertainty is not something to conquer, but something to live with?

What if the fleeting nature of life is what makes it precious?

When we truly accept that people will not stay forever, that circumstances will shift, that outcomes are not guaranteed, something relaxes.

We begin to appreciate more. We say thank you more often. We listen more closely. We treasure the ordinary moments that are, in truth, extraordinary.

The deepest safety may not be found in controlling life, but in learning to remain present within it.

Most of our suffering is not caused by life itself, but by the restless mind reacting to life.

In this episode, I explore what it truly means to still the mind not by suppressing it, but by gently training it so that we are the master of our mind!

There is a saying that it makes a wonderful servant and a terrible master!

We look at:

Why the mind becomes addictive, doubtful, critical or negative
The subtle ways we seek relief from discomfort
How inner restlessness fuels reactivity
The difference between forcing silence and allowing stillness
And why freedom is not found in perfection, but in non-entanglement

Drawing on contemplative wisdom and lived experience, this episode reminds us to 'press pause', and to discover the clarity that emerges when the mind no longer needs to escape.

Stillness is not emptiness.
It is fullness.

Not Getting Stuck in Pain | Healing Trauma & Living More Fully

Pain is an inevitable part of being human, but suffering arises when pain isn’t met, processed, or allowed to move.

In this episode of Bodhisattva Conversations, I explore how trauma and unprocessed pain can keep us stuck in survival patterns, and how healing becomes possible through awareness, presence, and compassionate self-listening.

Rather than bypassing pain or rushing “healing,” this conversation gently examines:

The many forms trauma can take - past and present
How unhealed pain shows up as patterns in our lives
The way the body holds what the mind cannot
The non-linear stages of healing and integration
What truly supports transformation and inner freedom

This episode investigates how to move from survival into living - from contraction into choice, and to remember that healing does not mean erasing the past, but no longer being ruled by it.

This reflection is for anyone on a path of self-healing, inner work, and presence.

In this episode of The Practice of Being, I reflect on death, not as something to fear, but as one of life’s greatest teachers.

From early childhood moments to spiritual traditions, lived experience, and sitting with people at the end of their lives, this episode explores how learning to die allows us to live more fully, consciously, and lovingly.

We look at why the fear of death arises, how identification with the body and mind creates suffering, and how practices such as presence, meditation, and self-inquiry help us remember who we truly are.

When we begin to clear attachment to the created self - our stories, identities, and conditioning - something profound is revealed: what we truly are was never born and can never die.

This is an invitation to meet death gently, to soften into life, and to live from a deeper knowing that there is no ending, only a change of experience.

In this episode, I explore what it really means to raise our vibration, not through forcing positivity, but through awareness, clearing, and presence.

We are energetic beings, and our thoughts, emotions, and lived experiences all shape our vibration.

Many of the feelings that lower our energy, arise from early experiences and repeated psychological loops that play out again and again in our lives.

In this episode, I share how becoming aware of these patterns, and learning to pause, breathe, and meet what we’re feeling, allows energy to move and our vibration to naturally rise.

We explore:

What vibration is and how we sense it in ourselves and others
The link between thoughts, feelings, and childhood conditioning
Clearing emotional loops rather than bypassing them
Everyday practices that support a higher vibration
Nervous system regulation and the role of the body
Identity, responsibility, and remembering our true nature

Raising our vibration is not about becoming someone else, it’s about coming back to who we truly are.

In this episode of The Practice of Being, I explore the practice of non-resistance -what it is, what it isn’t, and how it can transform the way we meet life.

Non-resistance does not mean passivity or giving up. It doesn’t mean we stop stretching, growing, or acting. Instead, it simply suggests that we meet life as it is, without forcing, imposing, or resisting our experience.

Drawing on lived experience, Taoist wisdom such as wu wei, and simple embodied metaphors, this episode explores how resistance can be part of our flow, how acceptance creates real transformation, and how stillness can exist even within action.

I look at:

What non-resistance really means
How embracing resistance can lead to growth
Presence, breath, and releasing tension in the body
Letting life move through us rather than pushing against it
Identity, conditioning, and remembering who we truly are
Why acceptance and love sit at the heart of everything

I explore and embrace our human experience and suggest that we remember that even in challenge or sorrow, there is a deeper place within us that knows all is well.

In this episode of The Practice of Being,

I explore reflecting on the year that has passed and how we can step into the year ahead from a place of presence rather than striving.

Together, we look back on 2025 from a place of self awareness, reflecting on our relationships, work, dreams, and inner life.

This is not about judgement or regret, but about taking responsibility with kindness: acknowledging where we showed up well, where we may have acted differently, and what the year has revealed about what truly matters to us.

I also explore the goals and aspirations we held, those we achieved, and those we abandoned, asking whether they were truly aligned with our hearts, or driven by expectation, fear, or comparison.

We reflect on the role of inner work in shaping our outer lives, and how clearing old patterns, reactivity, and conditioning creates space for something new to emerge.

Looking ahead to 2026, this episode suggests you to dream as big as your heart desires, while remembering that what we cultivate within is always reflected outward.

When we begin from being, action flows with greater ease, clarity, and a sense of magic.

This episode asks us to pause, reflect, and step forward from inner alignment.

In this episode, I’m joined by Anadi Taylor for a reflective conversation about the tendency to 'try too hard' and the often unseen cost of living in constant effort.

We explore what “trying too hard” really means, why so many people fall into this pattern, and how the short-term rewards of approval, achievement, and control can quietly lead to exhaustion, burnout, and disconnection from ourselves.

Together, we look at how early conditioning, parental expectations, and social and peer pressures shape this drive to over-effort, often without our conscious awareness.

We also explore what becomes possible when we introduce greater stillness within our actions - not through withdrawal or passivity, but through clarity, presence, and a genuine willingness to let go of patterns that no longer serve.

This conversation is an invitation to question where effort has become habit, and how meaningful change begins with the true desire to live differently.

This conversation with Anadi Taylor forms part of my ongoing series, 'The Practise of Being', a collection of reflections and conversations exploring how we live, act, and relate when we soften habitual striving and return to presence, clarity, and inner ease.

In this solo episode, I explore unconditional love as a living, breathing practice, one that asks us to recognise the divinity within ourselves and in everyone we meet.

Unconditional love is not a destination, but a journey of gently clearing the layers that obscure our true nature: identification with thoughts, emotions, opinions, judgements, control, and the need for others or life to be different.

Through conscious presence and compassion, we begin to meet life exactly as it is, without expectation.

Reactivity becomes a guide rather than a problem, pointing us toward the places within that are asking for more love, breath, and understanding.

As we learn to soften resistance and respond with awareness, love naturally deepens and expands.

This episode also explores an important truth: unconditional love does not mean tolerating harmful behaviour.

Sometimes, the most loving act is to set clear boundaries or to step away from a person or situation. We are all a work in progress, and this practice is ongoing, a moment-to-moment invitation to breathe, let go, and return to love.

In this episode, Julia explores one of the most liberating truths we often forget: you are allowed to choose the life you want!

She looks at why so many of us wait for permission, from society, from family expectations, from old conditioning, or from outdated versions of ourselves.

She talks about how unconscious “shoulds” shape our choices, how inherited scripts limit our expression, and how fear of failure and success, keeps us playing small.

Julia prompts you to recognise the beliefs that no longer fit, release obligations that drain you, and reconnect with what you genuinely desire!

She speaks about the beauty of beginning again, the courage required to be authentic, and the freedom that comes when we give ourselves permission to evolve, pivot, and live life as an experiment rather than a performance.

This episode is an empowering reminder that you are allowed to stop, to start, to change your mind, and to become fully yourself.

In this fun and energising conversation, I speak with the remarkable Cecilia Bawler a woman who manages to wear many hats with grace, humour and wholeheartedness!

Cecilia is a teacher, actor, playwright, runner, mother, wife, and most recently a trainee celebrant preparing to officiate her friend’s wedding next year.

She’s also someone deeply committed to her own wellbeing. Cecilia shares how she navigates a life full of creative and professional commitments, keeping herself grounded through positive mindset, structured self-care, reflection, healthy lifestyle choices, and the courage to continually recalibrate what she needs.

We talk about her journey into acting and writing, including recently writing and directing her latest play, and the powerful shift she’s experienced after one year alcohol-free as well as maintaining a vegan lifestyle, both of which have supported her physical, emotional and mental clarity.

Cecilia also emphasises that wellbeing isn’t one-size-fits-all, it's about finding the lifestyle that best supports your energy, balance, and inner alignment.

This episode brings warmth, wisdom, creative fire and practical insight into how to live intentionally while navigating a full, beautiful, and very busy life.

In this latest Bodhisattva conversation, I speak with world-class aerialist and coach, Karin Odermatt, whose career has taken her onto some of the most iconic stages in the world, from Cirque du Soleil to Chaméléon in Berlin, Tigerpalast in Frankfurt, and Wallman’s Salonger in Copenhagen, one of Scandinavia’s largest and most prestigious dinner shows.

Karin also shares another powerful side of her journey, the inner story behind the performances.

She speaks candidly about the immense challenges she faced as a young teenager carving her own path in the world, the courage it took to keep going, and the resilience that became the foundation for both her artistry and her life.

Now living in Spain, Karin is an exceptional coach and mentor. She has created a transformational online training programme where students receive weekly expert guidance to help them grow stronger, more confident, and more capable of achieving their aerial and strength-based goals. Her approach combines technical mastery with emotional intelligence, and a deep belief that we can all transcend our limitations.

This is a conversation about artistry, discipline, inner strength, and the powerful journey of becoming.

You can follow Karin on instagram @karinodermattcoach

And on YouTube here

In this inspiring episode, I speak with Sophie François, Fundamentals and Martial Arts Coach at The Commando Temple in Deptford.

Sophie’s journey into movement began at school, where she took up sports simply to avoid subjects she didn’t enjoy…!

But what started as an escape soon became a passion.

Over the years she fell in love with Muay Thai, earned grading in kickboxing, and developed deep physical strength and confidence - qualities she now shares wholeheartedly with the people she coaches.

Before stepping into coaching, Sophie had a thriving career in fashion, designing window displays on Oxford Street. It was fast-paced, creative, and high-pressure, and eventually, the stress and burnout became too much. She made the courageous decision to walk away.

In this conversation, Sophie openly shares how she rebuilt her life through movement, martial arts, and deep self-connection. She speaks passionately about:

The power of martial arts to build confidence and resilience
Learning to listen to your body and wellbeing
Burnout, recovery, and redefining success
Why you can leave something that no longer serves you, even when it feels impossible
How strength training and coaching have transformed her life

This is a powerful reminder that it’s never too late to choose a different path, one that honours who you truly are.

In this episode, I speak with Thomas Bradley, founder of Clann AI,a groundbreaking platform that uses advanced computer vision technology to analyse player positioning and team dynamics, offering powerful insights into game flow, strategy and performance.

Clann is not only transforming access to elite-level analysis in sport, but is also creating community, connection and shared knowledge across all levels of the game.

Alongside his work in sport-tech innovation, Thomas is also deeply engaged in exploring the nature of reality itself.

With a background in physics, he has put forward a new hypothesis suggesting that at its most fundamental level, reality is composed of self-replicating units of information, called femes.

If this is true, it implies that the laws of physics are not fixed or eternal, but alive, evolving and shaped by history.

Together we explore:

The evolution of technology and AI in human development
How sport can be a profound site of community, meaning and shared story
What it means to co-create with AI rather than fear it
How our personal and collective worlds are always in motion, always unfolding

This conversation is an expansive dialogue about sport, science, consciousness and the ongoing evolution of humanity.

In this inspiring conversation, Julia speaks with David Chimbaza, founder and manager of DTC.MEDIAUK, the world’s only global football social media marketing agency.

A graduate in International Football Business, David has followed his passion for the game since he was just 11 years old.

Alongside his entrepreneurial work, David is the host of "The Business of Football" podcast, where he connects with leaders and innovators across the football world. In this episode, he shares his journey, his heart-led approach to business, and how staying true to his purpose continues to shape his success both on and off the pitch.

It’s a conversation about passion, vision, and building something extraordinary from the heart.

For more information about David click here

In this episode, Julia connects once again with endurance legend Mark Kleanthous, a man whose athletic career spans over four decades. Mark began his running journey in the very first London Marathon in 1981, aged just 20, and has never looked back.

Now at 64, he’s completed an incredible 125 marathons, with 71 of them under 3 hours, and has competed in over 1200 events worldwide across running and triathlon.

A seasoned Ironman finisher and advanced performance coach with more than 25 years’ experience, Mark shares his insights into what keeps him motivated, how he maintains his physical and mental edge, and the philosophy that has sustained him through decades of competitive sport.

This episode is a celebration of endurance, passion, and purpose, a testament to what’s possible with consistency, heart, and an unshakeable belief in lifelong movement.

Find out more about Mark here

In this inspiring conversation, I talk with Carla Terry, an accomplished voice-over artist whose voice has brought life to more than 1,000 projects across sport, corporate, and charity sectors. Carla shares her journey into the world of voice work, from finding her unique sound to building a thriving career rooted in excellence, consistency, and self-belief.

We explore how mindset shapes success, the power of perseverance, and how “everything is possible” when you combine hard work with a never-give-up attitude.

Carla also shares her philosophy of being the kind of professional who doesn’t just turn up to be directed, but one who takes ownership, delivers with heart, and always strives to be at the top of her game.

This episode is a celebration of determination, passion, and the art of making dreams a reality.

To find out more about Carla, click here for her website: www.voicebycarla.co.uk

This is the link to her linkedin account: https://www.linkedin.com/in/voicebycarla/

and this is her instagram account: https://www.instagram.com/voicebycarla/

In this episode, I speak with Joseph Young, a multidisciplinary artist whose work spans installations, sound walks, performances, site-specific interventions, and film. With exhibitions across the UK, Ireland, Europe, Asia, and the USA, Joseph’s artistic voice has resonated in spaces ranging from abandoned buildings and car parks to the Houses of Parliament and Wall Street.

Before his transition into visual and sound art, Joseph spent 20 years as an actor, performing in some of the UK’s most beloved musicals, including Blood Brothers and Oliver!. In 2008, he founded the NeoFuturist Collective, an artist group that celebrated urban noise and the vibrant, often chaotic pulse of city life.

Today, Joseph’s focus has evolved toward stillness and reflection through his project “Sounding Peace”, a deeply contemplative exploration of what the sound of peace truly is - both in the outer world and within ourselves. In this rich conversation, Joseph shares insights from his creative journey, his exploration of sound as a spiritual and social medium, and how art continues to be his vehicle for understanding and expressing the human condition.

To see more of Joseph's work, click here

In this heartfelt and honest conversation, Jessica Harman shares her powerful journey of healing, resilience, and self-discovery.

A holistic health and wellbeing coach, and a yoga instructor working mainly with women both one-to-one and in groups, Jessica speaks openly about the challenges that shaped her, from battling depression and despair in her youth to facing cancer at just 24 years old.

Now approaching her 30th birthday, Jessica reflects on how these experiences lead her to cultivate a profound sense of inner strength, compassion, and ease.

Her story is a testament to the power of being fully present with oneself, embracing vulnerability, and finding peace from within.

Join us for an inspiring conversation about growth, self-acceptance, and the courage it takes to live authentically.

You can follow Jessica on instagram @jessicajaneharman

In this episode, I’m joined by Rose Mac - a boxing coach, personal trainer, martial artist, and guide for the visually impaired.

Rose has worked at the top levels of competition before dedicating herself to coaching, where she now helps everyone from film and TV professionals to everyday enthusiasts.

Our conversation begins with her inspiring “Up and Out” project, which encourages older adults, including those in nursing homes, to keep moving, stay active, and discover joy in movement.

With her Up and Out Activity Book for Seniors and videos on her YouTube channel, Rose is proving that it’s never too late to build strength, resilience, and confidence.

You can find more about Rose and her work on her website and follow her on instagram @rosemac01

In our conversation we also explore the art of coaching, and how Rose supports people to uncover their inner strengths, build resilience, and cross the threshold into realising they can achieve far more than they thought possible.

This is an uplifting and motivating conversation about movement, empowerment, and unlocking human potential at every stage of life.

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In this inspiring follow-up conversation, I speak once again with ultra-runner Jamie Vidler, fresh from completing his extraordinary 250k ultra challenge across the Pembrokeshire coastal paths.

Over five days of mainly relentless mud, wind, and rain - with just one sunny day to start - Jamie not only faced the brutal physical demands of the terrain but also confronted the internal challenges that long-distance endurance brings.

Running this ultra wasn’t just about distance, it was about raising awareness and funds for Big Moose, a charity dedicated to providing free therapy for those who need it but cannot afford it.

Alongside his full-time corporate job in retail and his ongoing training as a breathwork coach, Jamie found the time and commitment to prepare for this immense challenge.

In our conversation, he shares the lessons of resilience, the deep inner awareness that emerged, and the reflections that only an experience of this intensity can bring.

This is a story of endurance, growth, and the power of pushing beyond what we think is possible, both in body and in mind.

For more information on Jamie's ultra running, and how to donate have a look here:

In this episode, Julia speaks with Louise Camby, professional speaker and director of her family music business, about the power of legacy and creativity.

Louise’s grandfather, Johnny Douglas, was a prolific composer who wrote the iconic music for The Railway Children and released over 500 albums in his lifetime.

See more about Johhny Douglas here

Louise is now dedicated to keeping his legacy alive while also encouraging others to reflect on the legacy they themselves are creating, both personally and within their businesses.

She shares about her current project: the upcoming release of a triple album (vinyl and CD) of Johnny Douglas’s much-loved 1980s Marvel animation scores.

Alongside her work, Louise is a Freeman of the Musicians’ Livery, and is passionate about creating opportunities for young musicians from low-income families to access lessons and nurture their talents. T

hough she plays violin herself, Louise’s focus today is on public speaking, empowering others, and continuing her family’s musical heritage.

This is a conversation about creativity, contribution, and the deep impact of legacy, one that resonates far beyond music.

You can find Louise on Linkedin - She is the only Louise Camby!

In this inspiring episode, Julia sits down with Giovanna Koyama, writer, performer, and associate founder at the fintech company Stellar Fusion.

After seeing her captivating play Back to the Moon, which explores chasing dreams, facing fears, and discovering what truly matters, Julia talks with Giovanna about her journey into theatre, creativity, and entrepreneurship.

Giovanna shares how staying connected to her body through rituals, rhythms, and practices like jiu-jitsu helps her navigate both her artistic life and business world. She also opens up about the importance of being your own biggest supporter, learning to cheer for yourself through both the triumphs and the challenges.

This is a conversation about creativity, courage, and the power of listening to yourself as you chase your dreams.

In this episode, Julia speaks with Tess Sheehy, Training Manager for the Academy of Professional Celebrants, success coach, and thriving celebrant herself.

Tess shares her deeply personal journey into celebrancy, which began after she delivered heartfelt eulogies for both of her parents, who passed away just six weeks apart.

Falling in love with the training, Tess went on to build a flourishing celebrancy business and now helps others step into this meaningful profession.

She also shares the ethos of the Academy, founded by Stuart Logan, which is rooted in love, relationships, and genuine care for others.

The Academy of Professional Celebrants has become a leading, multi-award-winning training provider in the UK, dedicated to nurturing both the personal and professional success of every celebrant.

Here is their Website for you to see the depth of their many courses and trainings

https://www.funeralcelebrantacademy.co.uk/

In this inspiring episode, Jamie Vidler shares his incredible journey into the world of ultra running, a path that has not only tested his physical endurance but also deepened his self-awareness and inner strength.

As Jamie opens up about the vulnerability and growth that come with pushing beyond limits, he reflects on how running has become a tool for transformation and healing.

Jamie also speaks about his next challenge: a 250k, 5-day ultra marathon in Pembrokeshire (Sept 16–20), run collectively to raise awareness and funds for Big Moose, a charity providing free therapy for those in need.

He shares how this annual event serves as a personal check-in, shaping his life and even inspiring him to train as a breathwork coach after last year’s race.

For more information on Jamie's ultra running, abd to donate have a look here:

In this episode, Anadi James interviews me about my 60-year running journey, a passion that began when I was just six years old.

I share how an innate love for running shaped my life, how at 15 I set my sights on running for England, and the moment I achieved that dream at 19.

We explore the highs and lows of competitive running, the lessons learned through setbacks, and the importance of enjoying the process rather than clinging too tightly to outcomes.

It’s a conversation about perseverance, passion, and finding joy in the journey, knowing your what, why, and how… but being open about the when!

In this episode, I explore imposter syndrome, a psychological pattern where even high achievers struggle with persistent self-doubt, fear of being “found out,” and difficulty accepting their own successes.

I look at how this inner critic affects all areas of life, fueling perfectionism, overwork, and comparison, and how recognising that everyone experiences vulnerability can begin to free us.

Most importantly, I share practical ways to reconnect with your true self:
Treat yourself as you would someone you respect, admire, and love
Recognise that you are not an imposter, you are growing into the fullest expression of youExpress yourself fully, because the world needs the one and only you

This is an invitation to step out of fear, silence the inner critic, and reclaim your confidence, resilience, and joy.

In this podcast I speak with Matt Shore, an extraordinary coach who has spent the last 17 years guiding people from all walks of life through physical challenges and achievements.

With a background as a high-level sportsman in swimming, cycling, running, mountaineering, powerlifting and body sculpting, Matt’s approach is shaped not only by his deep experience but also by a finely tuned intuition developed through years of meditation.

For much of his life, Matt believed his body to be invincible. But in the last three years, a hernia and a hip issue challenged that belief, prompting a profound shift in his outlook.

Drawing inspiration from Gabor Maté’s book When the Body Says No, Matt shares how this experience has sparked deeper self-reflection, a renewed focus on healing, and a richer philosophy on life, performance, and wellbeing.

https://www.coachingshore.co.uk/

www.peakexperienceuk.co.uk

Instagram accounts

@coachingshore and @macebelltraininguk

In this episode, I’m joined by Jamie Jeffery, former international acrobatic gymnast and silver medalist at the 2019 European Games. Jamie shares his inspiring journey from elite-level sport to entrepreneurship, after the unexpected halt of the World Championships and a major injury during lockdown.

We talk about how rupturing his Achilles became a turning point, not just physically, but in reshaping his life and career. Jamie now runs a thriving coaching business rooted in working with the whole person, honouring mindset, identity, and personal growth just as much as physical performance.

He shares his coaching philosophy, what it means to truly support someone beyond their goals, and how challenge can become the gateway to deeper purpose.

You can find Jamie here at https://coachjamie.co.uk/about-coach-jamie/

This is his Youtube channel https://www.youtube.com/@Coach_Jamie/videos

Instagram _coach.jamie_

In this inspiring conversation, Julia speaks with Tim B’Vard — performer, former lawyer, and creator of The Bavard Bar — about a profound turning point in his life.

After eight years of hosting his fabulous live show filled with play, passion, and community, Tim has stepped away to make space for recovery, reflection and whatever comes next.

He shares candidly about the unfolding of this new chapter, his decision to let go of a creative identity.

He also shares the deeper process of vulnerability sparked by a long-standing eye condition that has shaped his journey for decades.

This is a conversation about vision — literal and metaphorical — and the courage it takes to rest, reimagine, and begin again.

Julia Chi and Anadi James explore the power of perspective and how the lens through which we view the world is shaped by our own conditioning, beliefs, and lived experiences.

We often think we’re seeing reality "as it is," but in truth, we’re seeing it as we are. This conversation dives into how awareness of our personal paradigm opens the door to greater understanding, connection, and emotional freedom.

Together, Julia and Anadi share how true listening — fully hearing another without filtering their words through our own assumptions — is a transformative act. It allows us to cross the bridge into someone else’s world, expanding our own in the process.

By becoming more curious and less certain, and by embracing different perspectives, we create space for deeper connection, richer conversations, and a more peaceful inner life.

In this conversation, Julia sits down with Anadi James Taylor to explore the profound truth that abundance is not something we chase—it's something we awaken to within ourselves.

Together, they unravel how societal conditioning and inner beliefs create a sense of lack, convincing us that love, joy, money, health, and nourishment are scarce.

But what if the opposite is true?

Through deep inner work and a shift in consciousness, we can reclaim our innate power and transform not only our own lives, but the collective reality of the planet.

This episode is an invitation to remember who you truly are—and to step into the limitless abundance already available to you.

In this powerful episode, I sit down with Anadi James Taylor to explore the deep truth that all external conflict—whether in relationships, the workplace, or the world at large—mirrors inner unrest. Together, we unpack how early life patterns and subconscious programming shape our reactions and how unresolved inner wounds perpetuate cycles of conflict.

We delve into challenging territory, including the impact of abuse and the global scale of war, while continually returning to the empowering truth: true peace begins within. Anadi shares insights on the importance of personal responsibility, inner clearing work, and the role of support and guidance in our healing journeys.

If you’re seeking clarity, healing, and a way to contribute to peace—from the inside out—this episode is for you

In this episode, I speak with artist Athena Jane Churchill: www.athenajane.co.uk

Athena is currently engaged in three major creative projects, two in Devon: Our Freedom – ourfreedom.org.uk, and Barnstaple Public Art Consultation – barnstaple.co.uk

She has recently been commissioned to lead a new initiative in Bognor Regis.

In our conversation, Athena shares deeply personal insights into her artistic journey.

She speaks candidly about how she navigates the uncertainty inherent in creative work and how she maintains presence and trust, even while balancing what often seems like an impossible schedule.

With honesty and openness, she reflects on staying grounded and allowing the creative process to unfold organically.

In this episode of Navigating Change, host Julia Chi and guest Anadi James dive deep into the world of change and uncertainty.

They explore how the only true certainty in life is found in the stillness within, and discuss how this perspective has shaped their own journeys.

Through personal stories and reflections, they share how embracing stillness helped them navigate some of their most challenging moments, offering listeners a roadmap to find peace amidst chaos.

Tune in for insights on how to stay grounded when everything around you seems in flux.

In this podcast, Julia and Anadi explore further the idea :
'If it doesn't challenge you, it won't change you' ...
They discuss whether in being outside our comfort zone, we can discover inner strengths and attain skills we didn't know we were capable of.

Julia and Anadi also investigate resilience and explore how this aspect can be developed to enable us to discover and enjoy new experiences, and suggest that without resilience we may never have 'follow through' and so gain the benefits the challenges, and being 'outside our comfort zone' might bring.

This is part 1 of a dialogue of exploration between Julia and Anadi about the idea that 'If it doesn't challenge you, it won't change you...'

In this podcast Anadi and Julia explore the concepts of challenge and change, and whether we need to do either?

They discuss investigating our own personal paradigm - our own map of how we see the world - to discover what is right for us and whether our beliefs and ideas are truly our own.

They explore the idea of being out of our comfort zone and whether this is necessary for growth...

Next week, they will continue the conversation...

In this podcast Julia and Anadi engage in a dialogue of exploration about 'Relationship as a mirror'...

They talk about how the closer the relationship is the closer the mirror is for us to see ourselves reflected back - it can become a magnifying glass!

And often when what we see, we don't like, we 'project' the un wanted or unknown or unseen aspects of ourself onto the other...

Anything that we do not know about ourselves is in the shadows; and anything that is hidden or lost or we deny in ourselves is in the shadow - 'stuff' in the shadows has the potential to hurt us - as it will keep appearing in our relating!

In the podcast Anadi and Julia explore this and also talk about how to discover, work with and so transform what is lying is in the shadows...

In this podcast, Julia talks about how all relationships exist in 'the space between' us,
and how we can make a difference to the quality of the relating by being mindful of what we put into that space...

What we say and do can heal or hurt the space, create harmony or conflict...

In this podcast Julia and Anadi explore intentional dialogue in more depth, and talk about how it is the bedrock of being present in every moment in every interaction.

Through a commitment to take responsibility for ourselves and our reactivities, we can play our part in keeping 'the space between' - where all relating exists - safe and harmonious and expansive.

'To thine own self be true', but who is our true self, how do we know, and even if we do how do we live our lives true to ourselves, especially if it goes against family or societal expectations...

In this podcast, Anadi and Julia explore this, covering areas such as how much we are influenced by our conditioning that we may be living by default having lost the ability to hear our own true inner voice...

And how to begin to listen again...

In this podcast Julia and Anadi explore how to be aware of creating our lives consciously.

90 - 95% of all we do is coming from the subconscious mind... Julia and Anadi explore how the routines before sleep and upon waking help with clearing throughout the day and maintaining presence to create from a place of stillness, free of unconscious patterns and programmes

In this podcast Julia and Anadi talk about systemic therapy and social construction and how this can help people understand themselves better, and see the wider picture in terms of how they define themselves in their families, friendship groups and in society as a whole.

By asking questions that are circular rather than linear it is possible to open the view of difficult situations and discover that solutions can be found - and the possibility of a brighter future where problems have previously seemed unresolvable and stuck.

But as always we return to the core of it all, our own responsibility to be the change we want to see!

In this podcast, Julia Chi and Anadi James have a conversation about Consciously relating and what this means and looks like...

This is a definition of Conscious relationship:
'Conscious Relating involves becoming aware of how the imprints of your past experiences inform your current relationship patterns, learning tools to relate consciously from a place of safety and trust, and embracing challenges as doorways to inner growth and transformation'.

Julia and Anadi met in 2012 and have been in a Conscious relationship ever since...

Roy Palmer is a 'working on the street' calligrapher...
He is affiliated with the Gagliardi gallery on the King's road.

In this podcast, Roy talks about his journey from becoming homeless at the beginning of 2023, to transforming his life into popular calligrapher and artist.

He can be found on instagram @royscribe

In this podcast Julia Chi has a conversation with her husband Anadi James Taylor about presence, and how they experience this in their lives.

They also explore the porcess of clearing through being aware and present in every moment.

Pru Dawes is an event rider competing at 3 star level; she also show jumps up to 1 meter 35.

Pru owns her own horse who she competes with, and she also owns Flash Cooley riden by Gemma Stevens.

Flash Cooley is a 4 star event horse and he is aiming for 5 star which is the highest level possible.

In this podcast Pru talks about how she made the transition from ski ing as her main focus, to horse riding and she cites the similarities in the two sports!

Jamie Jeffery is a an acrobatic gymnast!

With his partner Aden, they achieved a silver medal when competing for Great Britain in the European Games in 2019.

In 2021 Jamie ruptured his achilles tendon and although he made a full recovery, in this podcast he shares how his life and career changed direction following this event!

Jamie is now a teacher of core strength, flexibility and acrobatic skills, operating out of the world famous 'Commando Temple' gym in Deptford.

Tim crook, AKA Tim B'Vard is the founder of the Bavard Bar, which is described as
'A delightful blend of TED, comedy and radio 4 - sort of'!

The Bavard Bars opened its doors in March 2017 and has grown in popularity exponentially.

It 'happens' in the Towner gallery in Eastbourne on the 2nd Wednesday of each month; and in the Kino- Teatr in St Leonards on the 3rd Wednesday of every month...

In this podcast Tim talks about his journey from Lawyer to his life now, on stage as a compere and comedian...

He also tells us of his love of the outdoors and how it has always been linked to his deepest desire to know himself and to live fully in a way he recognised as a teenager...

Here is the poem that Tim wrote at 16 years old, mentioned in the podcast

The Hour Glass of Life

The sand falls fast, in the hour glass
For the balding man about town.
His youthful grin, his middle aged chin,
Are replaced with a nod and a frown.

He has searched for the meaning of life,
In a video, TV and wife.
He has climbed the rungs of success,
And always gave of his best.

But the sand falls faster now,
And still he struggles on,
Until his pills or his iron will,
Or his Ford Cortina are gone.

And what use is that video now,
And by how much is he cleverer,
Than the farmer’s wife, the miner’s son
Or death, the perfect leveller?

You can find out more bout the Bavard Bar by clicking here
And on Twitter, instagram and Facebook he is
@bavardbar

Katie and Julia created a podcast together recently where they talked about Katie's art...
This is the link to that podcast
https://www.buzzsprout.com/1192556/12046221

During the podcast they discovered they had both lost a parent when they were young.

In this podcast they talk about their loss and the effects of this they have seen in their adult lives

Katie Sollohub is an artist.

She draws, she paints, she teaches and she sea swims.

In this podcast Katie speaks about how she looks at world intensely, noticing everything, making connections and finding narratives.

Her work records the process of looking, crossing through time and space, drawing on memory and history.

“I like to bring things alive through my creative practice, animating objects and spaces. My eyes reach out like an octopus’s tentacles, my hands and body follow, with gesture and movement, leaving traces of this experience of looking as marks on the page. Observation, sound and touch help me feel present, anchoring me in a place from where I can dream.”Katie is currently exploring meditation through drawing.
You can find out more about Katie and her work here
And you can follow Katie on instagram @katiesollohub

In this podcast Julia has a conversation with her husband Anadi about being conscious in relating, with the bedrock of this being Intentional Dialogue.

Intentional Dialogue which was created by Harville Hendrix and Helen Hunt to help couple relate consciously.

Intentional dialogue keeps the space clean and clear between anyone in a conversation
We often don’t realise how little we are listening to our partner, children, friends or colleagues but are listening instead to our own internal response.

We need to fully hear the message a person is sending so that they will feel deeply heard.

The realisation that you accurately understand someone is wonderful for them and a growth experience for you, even if you do not agree with them!

One of the most effective forms of healing communication between persons in any intimate relationship, or in fact in any relationship is the intentional dialogue.

It consists of three steps: mirroring, validation, and empathy.

Practicing these steps will feel awkward at first as well as difficult. But as you practice, the lines between each step slowly dissolve and you move from practicing dialogical to it becoming a natural way of communicating.

Dialogue helps us understand the unique inner world of the person you are in dialogue with. We learn to see how their world works for them and so create and maintain connection, rather than misunderstanding each other or in conflict.

Julian Oakland And I recorded this podcast 2 years ago!

Many things have changed since then...
I have put my shoes on the race again! I decided against running the length of the coutry barefoot and Julian has changed his job!

In this conversation Julian shares with us his running journey and how he came to start running in races and enjoy training to improve his times.

Julian started on the LIFFE floor as a trainee in early 1995, and next month will 'celebrate' 25 years of actually trading.

In this podcast julian talks about his career as a derivatives trader and the positive attitude he has, that cross over and supports him in his career and sport.

He shares with us how he developed his resilience and investigates how he applies this in all areas of life, without stress.

'When it doesn't go so well there's always tomorrow'....

He also shared with us his goals in terms of times over distances from 5k - 1/2 marathon and a personal challenge to run twenty five Ealing half marathons. He ran the first one 10 years ago - and each one ( including virtual during lockdown) since.

The London Marathon had always been Sam Simpson's dream, but she was told by the medical professionals that running, was out of the question.

In this Podcast Sam tells us how she proved them wrong, and completed her first London marathon in October 2022!
Sam is now in training for her second London Marathon this coming April 2023.

Sam is raising money forChildren with Cancer UK a cause very close to her heart.
You will hear why in this conversation.

Sam is a an incredible woman, juggling her marathon training with looking after her four children, training to become a counsellor, as well as teaching ECO in a local primary school!

To read more about Sam's story and to donate to her cause click here
To follow Sam on instagram : sammy_runsamarathon

Torzi Robinson is an athlete and a yoga teacher, currently completing a masters in religion and philosophy at Oxford university, for which she was awarded a scholarship.

In this podcast she talks about her journey to run pain free again after many years of injury and chronic pain..
Torzi recorded a podcast two years ago where she talks about her journey out of despair.
And now thriving she lets us know how she lives in a way that continues to allow her to thrive and continue to grow.

You can find Torzi on instagram @healingwithtorzi
And if you would like to do yoga online with Torzi you can find her events here
She also has her own fabulous podcast That healing feeling

Jo Taylor is a real tour de Force....

In this podcast she talks about her life full of adventure and her decision at 16 years old not to have children which leant itself to a different life path....

When I met her in 1985 she had already run 4 marathons with a personal best of 3.18.

She arrived in the City of Bath, and set up a fabulous running store called Running Free which became a hub for runners to meet and chat running!

She also became a Reebok big Sister, starting a 'Sisters running group that just grew and grew!

She had already started a running group in Holland called 'Hague road Runners' which is still vey much in action today.

69 years old this year she has retired to France with her husband Neil where she is walking, cycling, running, canoeing, hiking, teaching English and generally still living life to the full!

Paul Cox was a professional football player in the 90's playing his home team for Notts County.

After his football playing days ended, Paul went on to be a successful coach and football manager for various football clubs, namely Eastwood town, Mansfield town, Torquay united, Barrow and Guisley.

He has recently started in a new role with iSportsAnalysis.

In this podcast he talks about the importance of resilience and a winning attitude, but also the understanding of the importance of coaching and managing at the emotional and mental level as well as the physical.

Katie Sollohub is an artist.

She draws, she paints, she teaches and she sea swims.

In this podcast Katie speaks about how she looks at world intensely, noticing everything, making connections and finding narratives.

Her work records the process of looking, crossing through time and space, drawing on memory and history.

“I like to bring things alive through my creative practice, animating objects and spaces. My eyes reach out like an octopus’s tentacles, my hands and body follow, with gesture and movement, leaving traces of this experience of looking as marks on the page. Observation, sound and touch help me feel present, anchoring me in a place from where I can dream.”Katie is currently exploring meditation through drawing.
You can find out more about Katie and her work here
And you can follow Katie on instagram @katiesollohub

Chris Hobson is a marathon runner extraordinaire...

In the last ten years she has completed 117 marathons on all seven continents in the world - with a plan to make it 120 by her 70th birthday this coming July 2023!

In this podcast, Chris tells us about her transition at 60 years old from a high level career in education, to her new career as a marathon runner.

She has also just achieved a world record for being the oldest person to complete the South Pole marathon in December 2022.

Chris has become an influencer for 'Super Ageing'!

You can find Chris on instagram @christinehobson60
This is a link to an article about Chris's recent Antarctic ice marathon
And this is an instagram post that her Granddaughter wrote about her

In this podcast, Anadi James Taylor explores the concept
'An overnight success takes about ten years'.

Anadi is the founder of iSportsAnalysis, which is the leading software for online Sports Analysis worldwide.

He shares with us his journey to this point, which began ten years ago...!

You can listen to our previous podcast by clicking here.

In this podcast, you can hear the continued adventures of Katie Cole, who has just moved from Wales to Scotland to start her new role as an "Education and experience officer" for Trees for Life.

Katie previously shared her journey of recovery from abuse as a child and a subsequent eating disorder.

In this podcast, she tells us about her continued evolution and the changes in her life over the past two years.

You can listen to Katie's previous podcast by clicking here.

Ed Rios is a runner, who shares with us here, his extraordinary story of triumph over adversity.
He was hit by a car in the summer of 2020, sustaining serious injuries and was told that he would never run again, and would always walk with a limp.
On May 1st 2022 Ed ran a marathon...

Kay Shore is an intuitive body worker, whose practise is a blend all types of body work which she discusses in this podcast.

She specialises in chronic pain management and its relief, and also helps individuals who are experiencing challenging times in their life to navigate big shifts and transitions.

She is passionate about her work, and believes that this comes in part from the well spring of her own experience of working with and overcoming pain herself.

In this podcast Kay shares with us her own journey and her own transitions and shifts that have lead her to where she is now. She also talks about the development of her practise and how her methods of working have evolved as she has.
You can find out more about her work by clicking here

It was wonderful to talk again with Gillian Alexander.

She spoke about the Spring Equinox that had just been - our choices in each moment - the dimensions we live in and experience - and the eternal question
'Why are we here?'

Gillian works in the lives of others and she spoke again about her life and her work which are integral, and her sacred touch...
Sacred Touch is a sacred space of unconditional love and safety where Gillian supports all who come to her to explore who they are in a way that goes beyond the persona that they dare to share with the world; space where everyone is honoured, loved and accepted just as they are.

'Gillian works in a unique way that would best be described as both shamanic and tantric, to support you as you are in the moment to come back into your own Power, Alignment and Sovereignty.

Much of what she does is to support you to let go of attachment that draws your power and energy: attachment to past and future, attachment to expectation, and to come into the present and to start fully living. This can also entail letting go of physical, mental and emotional pain, and clearing any energies or issues which are not serving you'
You can find out more about her work on her website
Or on her Facebook page
Email Gillian@Sacred-Touch.co.uk

Damien Pestell has lived many lives in his thirty nine years.
He has been exploring himself and life though business and spirituality.

He was an accomplished rugby player throughout his twenties.
He has travelled the world.
He worked in the City in two huge organisations - Intel and BT .

Damien then went on to own and sell two businesses - Community Oven and Street Food Trailers.

Throughout his life there has been the constant theme of spiritual investigation, including travel to India and a 'nine day vipassana meditation'

In this podcast Damien talks candidly about his life, his experiences and his journey so far...

Wenche has been sharing her love of yoga for the past twenty one years with people all over the world.
She created the yoga Life Studio in Eastbourne in 2007 and went on the create yoga life retreats and holidays.

Wenche is one of the countries leading yoga instructors and a qualified British Wheel of Yoga teacher, in 2013 she qualified as a Senior yoga teacher with Yoga Alliance Professionals and went on the create yoga Life Teacher training educating students from all over the world.

Her teaching goes beyond the physical postures exploring philosophical, emotional and spiritual aspects of the traditional ancient teachings of yoga.

In this podcast Wenche shares with us her journey - 'the road less travelled', from heading off on an adventure at nineteen years old - to creating Yoga Life Studio, the retreats and the teacher training... Her life has unfolded through trusting her heart and her intuition, through following the flow with her inner sat nav, which has now taken her back to the place of her birth Norway.
Her teaching and her life come from the heart - her yoga is real yoga.

Kareena Lawson has just started a new blossoming business called Orange Hands
Her new journey combines Yoga practise, Ayurveda - the traditional Hindu system of medicine (incorporated in Atharva Veda, the last of the four Vedas), which is based on the idea of balance in bodily systems and uses diet, herbal treatment, and yogic breathing. and she also shares wonderful recipes on her instagram account
orangehands.official

Kareena shares with us her 10 year journey towards her own personal healing since the death of her mother when she was 14 years old and how her passions have turned into her new business.

And since we recorded this podcast her yoga course has begun!

This is Part 1 or a 2 Part Conversation with Tim Crook aka Tim B'Vard...

In this podcast he talks about his journey of self investigation.
In Part 2 we will explore more about his life in Law and as creator of the Bavard Bar
Which is described as 'A delightful blend TED, comedy and radio 4. Sort of' !

Tim Crook founded Housing Law Services with Julie Allen in 2003.

He is currently perhaps better know for creating the Bavard Bar.

The Bavard Bar website describes him thus

'Tim is the genial compere and host of the Bavard Bar. An all round passionate guy, in a previous life Tim believes he may have been a lawyer. However there is no evidence to support this belief, so it may simply be delusional. Late last Wednesday, using a complex system of algorithms and assorted 18th century medical paraphernalia, Tim changed his name to ‘Tim B’vard’. It is arguable that this change may also be delusional. As well as illegal.'

Mary Thornton is a leading Physiotherapist in Clinical Pilates in the South East, she has over twenty years experience of using Pilates as a clinical tool within the NHS and private clinics and she is also a Yoga Teacher.
Mary established The Clinical Pilates Studio in 2007 which is a wellbeing Centre for physiotherapy, pilates and yoga where she empowers people through movement giving them tools to live a healthy life.
She saw the need for developing a centre of excellence to provide treatment and education to ensure people take control of their own bodies and become empowered through Physical Therapy.
In this podcast Mary shares with us her own journey and the importance of the breath in our physical, emotional, mental and spiritual wellbeing.

It was wonderful to talk with Gillian Alexander - to be in the space together discovering what would unfold.

She spoke about her life and her work which are integral, and her sacred touch...
Sacred Touch is a sacred space of unconditional love and safety where Gillian supports all who come to her to explore who they are in a way that goes beyond the persona that they dare to share with the world; space where everyone is honoured, loved and accepted just as they are.

'Gillian works in a unique way that would best be described as both shamanic and tantric, to support you as you are in the moment to come back into your own Power, Alignment and Sovereignty.

Much of what she does is to support you to let go of attachment that draws your power and energy: attachment to past and future, attachment to expectation, and to come into the present and to start fully living. This can also entail letting go of physical, mental and emotional pain, and clearing any energies or issues which are not serving you'
You can find out more about her work on her website
Or on her Facebook page
Email Gillian@Sacred-Touch.co.uk

In this episode - as a fun twist - I am in the interviewee position rather than interviewer.

Joshua Marable interviews me about my work in the lives of others as a
'Guía y Sanación' - Guide and Healer ( on all levels) - how it all began, how it has evolved and my own journey within it.

Joshua Marable has always had an interest in energy healing, wellness and creating the space for creativity, performance and healing whether in music, body work, sports and movement or business.

He began his career in the music industry in audio engineering, which lead into energy body work and has naturally developed into his current role as chief innovation officer for Cipher Sports and Wellness

Sashi Radley is an intuitive healer, a face and soul reader and a soul numerologist.
You can find out more about her work by clicking here

She is descended from a long line of Welsh Bards and Druids.
In this podcast Sashi tells us her fascinating story and how she came to be working and healing in the lives of others as well as teaching and writing.

She is the author of 'Unleash your inner Psychic' - how to reboot your natural super skills.
As well as 'Secret and Ritual' which is Book 1 of 'The Ancient Power Trilogy'
Both are available on Amazon by clicking the book title links.

Secret & Ritual: Book One of the Ancient Power Series

Unleash Your Inner Psychic: How to Reboot your Natural Super-Skills

Kate Buchanan is a Psychotherapeutic Counsellor.
In this podcast she shares with us some of her own journey and the value of self acceptance -of herself and as a therapist with her clients.

She is the mother of two grown up daughters, and has lived in the same house for thirty two years - and she loves it!

Kate is also my landlady and tells about the many people who have lived in 'my flat' over the past three decades.
This is a link to the blog we talk about in the podcast

If you would like to contact Kate to work with her you can do so by email
Kate@katephillips.co.uk

Rob Harley is a principal lecturer in Sport and Exercise Science at The University of Brighton.

In 2012 he won the Beachy Head Marathon, an off road race over the South Downs - which starts and finishes in Eastbourne - the last stretch running over the exacting Seven Sisters.

He talks about his loss of running through a hip replacement and how cycling has become his passion.

Rob took part in L'Etape in 2013 - an event which sees thousands of cyclists complete one of the sections of the tour de France.

Don Came is the senior teacher at The Karate Academy in Eastbourne

He has been actively involved in Martial Arts since 1976, and in this podcast Don shares
with us his journey from a thirteen year old child with Dispraxia to becoming The Chief instructor at Kissaki - Kai UK.

Don is a 7th Dan in the Kissaki - Kai method.

Tony Hewett works in the lives of young offenders and young people with special needs and behavioural issues.

He shares with us his enjoyment of his work and what he derives from what is often perceived as a difficult role.

Tony is also a life time runner, and for the last ten years he has gravitated towards longer and longer distances, including running seven marathons in seven days; twenty four ultras in one year which included a five day race in Spain!

He talks to us about his philosophy of stretching to try things we're not sure we can do and the value of being prepared to fail and the learning that can arise from this .

He explores how his approach works in both his work and his sport.

Joshua Marable has always had an interest in energy healing, wellness and creating the space for creativity, performance and healing whether in music, body work, sports and movement or business.

He began his career in the music industry in audio engineering, which lead into energy body work and has naturally developed into his current role as chief innovation officer for Cipher Sports and Wellness

Cipher Sports and Wellness unifies the sports, wellness, and human performance industries, by serving as a program developer and value stream coordinator to wide-ranging partnerships.

Their shared value coordination begins by leveraging their proprietary hardware, software, and programming elements to enhance their partner’s product, technology, and revenue potential.

The Cipher Sports and Wellness programs expand their partners’ ability to assess, record, analyse and monetise human performance regionally, nationally and internationally.

In this podcast Joshua shares with us his belief that relating from the heart is at the core of all business partnerships and their ultimate success and revenue flow.

He also tells us about his journey through the music industry to body work and onwards to partnering with companies in Cipher Sports - and he explores common themes that have linked everything energetically.

Gill Butchard cared for her husband Rob during his long journey through dementia, until his death in June 2019.

She shares with us her experience of caring for him, and losing her partner and best friend, even before his death.

She also tells us of her own journey since his death into her new life alone.

Gill became a bright light in the world of Dementia with her Facebook page 'Dementia Care - Love Laughter Tears and Lessons with Gilly B ' which brought healing energy love and light to many on the very tough path of caring for someone with Dementia.

Angela Rigby works in the field of physical emotional and mental health, using a complementary therapy called Pranic Healing

She tells us how she discovered Pranic healing and shares her journey to becoming a Pranic healing practitioner.

Angela talks about the value of meditation and of her healing work in all aspects of life, including business and sport, as well as the general stresses and strains of day to day living.
She has helped herself and others avoid burnout through this wonderful therapy - and instead flourish and thrive.

Here are the links so that you can follow and find Angela and engage with her if you'd like to take her up on her offer of a ten minute taster of Pranic healing to feel for yourself its benefits...

Web: http://www.ukpranichealing.co.uk/angela-rigby/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AngelaRigbyPH

Twitter: https://twitter.com/AngelaRigbyPH

Instagram: @angelarigbyph

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angela-rigby-wellbeingofthemind/

Katie Carew-Robinson has a Health Focused Career.
She works as a nutritionist, a running coach, a personal trainer and delivers training in life skills .

In 2018 she became the leader in Portsmouth of Good Gym

Katie has been a runner since she was fourteen years old, and she shares with us how her passion for sport, health and fitness lead her to abandon her banking career and live her dream life - teaching others how to embrace a healthy lifestyle.

We also talk about how she adapted her business during lockdown, with the result that her fitness classes now reach people all over the world.

You can find Katie on Facebook

Mayyah Blair is operations manager at the Commando Temple - a multi discipline strength and movement facility in Deptford London... She is a strength coach, and she describes herself as a 'hybrid athlete'.

But she says that her full time role at the moment is Mother to baby Flo who arrived on June 15th 2020.

Mayyah shares with us her journey into the strength industry, her achievements in competition including placing 3rd in the British Strong Woman Championships.
And she is also an ultra runner having completed the Marathon du Sable amongst other events!

She speaks about identity and the different roles she has played and how much she is being fulfilled by her most role - motherhood

Dr Jim Wallis is a principal lecturer in Sport Coaching and Exercise Science at the University of Brighton.

He has a PhD in Emotions and Learning and talks to us about finding limits....
And much more.

Jim and I first met in 2003 when he came to listen to a talk I was giving at Brighton university.
And in 2008 we ran together in the inaugural London to Brighton cross country Race

Cathy Howells is a writer and a runner...
She talks to us here about both of these passions and her recent running challenge to celebrate turning 60 years young!
She writes a popular blog called Turning 60
She also shares with us how at the end of her Mother's life she was able to heal her relationship with her.

Welcome to number 4 in Bodhisattva Conversations with Steve Walker.
Steve is a Veteran of the Royal Army Corps.
He was homeless and a drug addict for many years...
He has now been in recovery for over 18 months and he talks here about his journey so far in recovery and his plans for a brighter future.
He holds Phoenix Heroes in very high regard as it was they who found him on the streets and supported his road to recovery....

Katie Cole is a Mountain Leader and mountain running guide.
She has also been involved with Mountain Rescue for the past four years.
Running has been a huge part of her life and in recent years she has had great success as an ultra runner.

Katie is also a qualified Sports Therapist and is currently training at Swansea University as a Paramedic.

Katie talks to us about her life and in particular her hugest triumph which was to recover from near death from a serious eating disorder, and to work her way to freedom from the pattern of abuse that started from her experiences as a very small child.

Natalie Liczbinski Edwards is in the midst of a healing journey which she is just starting on the path to communicate this with others.

In the next few weeks she is launching her YouTube Channel...

Chronic illness has helped her change the way she views the world...
She can see that the life she was living was not for her higher good and she has been coming home to herself through listening to her inner child
Releasing tension
And finding freedom

You can follow Natalie on instagram natalie_liczbinski_edwards

Louise Camby is a multi talented creative producer...
She has a portfolio career with her voice at the core of all she creates and produces...

In this podcast Louise tells with us how she came to discover her voice and shares with us some of her voice over recordings, her love of public speaking and her passion for holding workshops to develop others in the art...
Running her family business
Finding time for sell Aloe Vera and CPD products
Celebrating ten years since her own product 'Strupz' came to market
Her creation of Choiroke which has been held seven times so far and has proved to be very popular

John Thomson creates videos for use on websites, social media and conferences...

He had a very successful career in the television industry as a journalist, producer and director, which spanned fourteen years - but he had some deep unresolved trauma from earlier in his life which lead him to become an alcoholic.

He lost his job, his marriage and his family and reached his rock bottom.

John has now been in recovery for ten years and he openly and honestly shares his story from rock bottom to recovery.

Rob Blair is the owner and founder of The Commando Temple in Deptford.
Commando Temple is a fabulous multi disciplined strength and movement space.

Rob shares with us his time spent serving in the Royal Marines, being medically discharged and going on to set up The Commando temple.

He talks about overcoming adversity, his love of people, helping them achieve their dreams and goals, overcome injury and pain - and in some cases support them in training to complete 'sadistic challenges'!

I met Josie eleven years ago! She had read my book 'Running to Learn' and wanted to meet me...
Here she shares with us very candidly her journey to greater inner peace and ease in her life; and how she has come to create the life she always dreamed of..
Being married in a truly conscious loving relationship with the potential to create a family and home together.

Her CV is impressive - a degree in zoology, a masters in conservation, with subsequent conservation projects in Central America and Spain...
Josie then went on to become a qualified Personal Trainer, a massage therapist, a yoga teacher and to qualify with a first class honours degree as an osteopath...
As well as competing to a high level as a runner and triathlete...

Yet none of this brought her the peace and connection to herself she craved...

Steve Walker is a veteran of the Royal Army Ordnance Corps, he has been homeless and is a recovering addict. Steve is also an angling genius and has just come 5th in the veterans' carp fishing championships at Fens Fisheries.

This is the third in a series of podcasts where he talks about his life and his road to recovery and he always honours the part that Phoenix Heroes has played in his journey.

In this podcast, Steve says he has always been infamous, and we learn a little as to why!

Cecilia Morrison celebrated her 80th birthday in July 2020!
We met 10 years ago when I interviewed her following her breaking the world masters 5000m and 1500m track records for the over 70 year old age group!
In this conversation Cecilia shares with us her transition from running to walking and her challenge to walk a section of the Camino de Santiago, where she raised over £5000 for
Little People UK
She also shares with us how she came to be making mosaics and expressing herself creatively in this way... She now makes them on a commission basis too!

Gary Stockton is the CEO and founder of Phoenix Heroes.

Phoenix Heroes is a British Veteran and non-profit Community Interest Company (CIC). Based in Colchester Garrison Town, home of 16 Air Assault Brigade. They support veterans and their families that are dealing with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). Phoenix Heroes do this by acting as a structured platform to place them on different community outdoor group activities, training courses and help them to gain employment.
They are focused on helping the families of our veterans too, because they feel that this is a very important factor of their support structure.

Gary served 22 years in the British Army, on leaving the forces he spent 5 years in Afghanistan and built a refugee camp in Iraq...

He shares with us his own life, the challenges he had himself transitioning to civilian life from army life and how he came to create Phoenix Heroes.
He tells us the model that the charity is based on and the wonderful way this means they can help the veterans form much needed communities and get the support they need to live fully again.

You can find more information about the wonderful work of Phoenix Heroes here

Steve Walker is a veteran of the Royal Army Ordnance Corps, he has been homeless and is a recovering addict. Steve is also an angling genius and has just come 5th in the veterans' carp fishing championships, at Fens Fisheries.

This is the second in a series of podcasts where he talks about his life and his road to recovery.

In this podcast, Steve shares his process detox and learning to live without drugs.

Steve Walker is a veteran of the Royal Army Ordnance Corps, he has been homeless and is a recovering addict. Steve is also an angling genius and has just come 5th in the veterans' carp fishing championships, at Fens Fisheries.

This is the first in a series of podcasts where he talks about his life and his road to recovery.

Steve shares with us his harsh childhood, his life in the army, his life on the streets as a homeless person, his drug addiction, and the incredible story of the Phoenix Heroes charity who found him, and set him on the road to recovery which he has embraced fully.

Artist Athena Jane creates installations, imaginary worlds, projects and experiences inviting viewers, participants and audiences to step into a world between the real and the imagined and journey within.

Her work encompasses all these realms and she loves living a creative life following her inspiration, creating artwork in many ways and working with people.

Her work is highly imaginative expressing her inner world, at times that takes the form of theatre sets or walk through installations, gallery exhibitions, or art that appears in unexpected places. Sometimes it is tiny boxes of memories and dreams. Sometimes it takes the form of creating projects and working with others to help them develop their creativity.

She has more than 20 years of experience creating and realising theatre sets and artwork and fifteen years creating and leading arts projects.

In our podcast we explore in particular the last 20 months of Athena Jane's life....
You can find out more about her here

Matt shore is a performance coach, a trainer of trainers and a mountain Leader...

He has a company called 'Coaching Shore' where his strap line 'It's a sure thing', speaks of the confidence his clients have in him to help them achieve their goals...

In January 2020 Matt summited Aconcagua, the highest mountain outside the Himalayas, at 6,962 feet of altitude.

He tells us here of his adaptation to on line coaching during Lockdown which has expanded his business, his Aconcagua adventure and his future plans

You can find Matt here

Ian Donnelly is a renowned level 5 performance analyst, of which there are only a small group in the world.

In our podcast, Ian shares with us his journey from being a semi-profession football player to qualifying as a PE teacher, his development as a coach in the States, and his pioneering influence, bringing performance analysis into top-level sport.

Here he talks about the expansion of this over the last 25-years and maintains that it is still relationship that is at the core of the coach & athlete dynamic.

Debs Atkinson has been living in France for the past eight years renovating a cottage with her partner Tom.

They have just finished the project and are about to return to the UK to create a wildlife and nature reserve.

Their dream is to create a space where nature, wildlife, animals, and people can live side by side in harmony and find peace.

You can find out more about the project here at earthkin.org

Debs talked about how she came to be living in France, the Earthkin project, and her work giving distant healing and psychic readings.

You can find out more about her work www.naturesmessage.co.uk

I am delighted to share my conversation with Carrie Beleno. She is an intuitive Reiki Master/teacher and a spiritual life coach.

Carrie shares her ever-deepening and expanding personal journey, as well as giving us very valuable advice and wisdom.

Carrie has written two books:
The night Yoda phoned, and Because Yoda said so.

If you want to contact Carrie or find more information on her and her books, please visit her website www.carriebeleno.com

Chloe Thomas inspires; she has a YouTube channel and an Instagram profile where she does just that!

In her social media channels, Chloe shares her journey to full recovery from anorexia. She inspires, guides, and offers ideas and suggestions to recover, gain wait to live a truly healthy life.

In our conversation today we explore her career as a body positive personal trainer and nutrition coach, cabin crew/flight attendant, and Model, and her quest for inner peace.

You can find Chloe on YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/c/ChloeThomasModel

And on Instagram:
http://www.instagram.com/_chloeinspires_

Clare is a writer amongst many other things!
Here she shares with us her leap into the unknown - trusting that 'the net will appear' and the importance of creativity throughout her life, in particular, her passion for writing.

Clare's passion lead her to make the big decision to leave her job at the end of last year and start a new life...

If you would like to experience Clare's creativity in motion please visit her wonderful blog http://souldew.co.uk/

Kathy has been the chair of Friends of Sussex Hospices for the past twenty years.
In our conversation, she talks about the ethos of the hospices which is to ask the dying person not 'What is the matter with you?', but instead 'What matters to you?', and about the importance of listening...

Kathy tells us about what matters to her and about her current pilgrimage - walking the Sussex Hospices Trail, a loop through footpaths and bridle paths which is over 200 miles long.

If you would like to donate to the Friends of Sussex Hospices please use this link https://www.friendsofsussexhospices.org.uk/

Sue Ellam is a healer, an intuitive, and the founder of soulfully-connecting.com which is a website dedicated to the health of mind, body, and spirit and a space that offering people choices about their health on all these levels.

Sue has recently created a new version of mystic-matters.co.uk which she shares with us in the podcast, offering free guidance for those seeking it.

She shares with us her spiritual journey which has been a life-long evolution.

Torzi is a yoga teacher and she has her own podcast called 'That Healing Feeling'...

She shares with us her love of running, adventure, and the outdoors and how yoga and meditation have played an integral part in her journey from chronic injury and the inner despair this gave her to the peace, ease, and joy she now experiences.

She tells us how adversity has lead her to this place of transformation.

Torzi is currently holding a four week yoga event to support doctors

In this episode Anadi James Taylor tells us about how he was given his name Shanti Anadi by Osho in 1991, and the significance of this in his life then and now.