Wu Wei Wisdom Podcast

Learn how to let go of perfectionism, fault-finding and self-criticism and be more at peace with yourself and your life. Do you ever find yourself caught in the endless cycle of striving for perfection? Whether it's in your appearance, relationships, or career, the pressure to be perfect can feel overwhelming. But what if you could let go of this need for perfection and embrace who you truly...

This is part 4 in our 5-part teaching series about THE MOST VALUABLE LIFE LESSONS you must teach your Inner Child to help reparent, love and nurture them.  Your Inner Child craves control and predictability. It wants everything to be perfect and is uncomfortable with uncertainty. This desire for control leads to emotional turmoil when reality doesn't match these expectations. In this episode,...

This is part 3 in our 5-part teaching series about THE MOST VALUABLE LIFE LESSONS you must teach your Inner Child to help reparent, love and nurture them.  In this episode, we focus on how to help your Inner Child recognize its inherent value. Many people grapple with the concept of self-worth, believing it needs to be earned through the approval of others. You might feel disconnected from your tr...

This is part 2 in our 5-part teaching series about THE MOST VALUABLE LIFE LESSONS you must teach your Inner Child to help reparent, love and nurture them. You are the creator of your emotions, not the victim. This concept can be challenging for the Inner Child to accept, as it often sees itself as a victim of emotions.  Teaching the Inner Child to move from emotional overwhelm to empowerment invol...

This is part 1 in our new 5-part teaching series about THE MOST VALUABLE LIFE LESSONS you must teach your Inner Child to help reparent, love and nurture them. In this episode, we explore why the Inner Child part of your psyche often feels fearful and insecure. It's that inner voice that worries about what might happen or dwells on unhappy past events, imagining they will repeat. This part of...

Enjoy a calming meditation journey to help you release anger – with Taoist monk and teacher David James Lees. ⚠️ PLEASE DO NOT LISTEN TO THIS MEDITATION WHILST DRIVING OR OPERATING MACHINERY This meditation can be practised daily or whenever you need it. Learn more about our online consultations, events and shop: https://www.wuweiwisdom.com Other teachings and guided meditations you may enjoy: Gui...

Anger, resentment and the desire for revenge are powerful emotions that can often lead to a cycle of negativity and distress, but you can overcome them! Understanding the roots of anger, resentment, and the need for revenge and retribution is essential for personal growth and healing. By recognizing that we are the creators of our emotions, we can take responsibility for our reactions and emotiona...

Inherited beliefs play a significant role in shaping our perceptions and decisions. These beliefs, often formed in childhood through observation and interaction with family, culture, and society, influence how we view ourselves and the world. Understanding their origin and impact can empower us to live more authentically. In this episode, we explore how these beliefs are formed and how you can ide...

Understand attention seeking: its causes, impacts, and solutions. For many, attention seeking begins with a constant need for approval and validation from others. Individuals often seek reassurance from peers, family, or authority figures, craving recognition and approval that they feel is missing from within. Such behavior can manifest in various ways. Some people may overtly seek attention throu...

Discover the essence of your intuition and how to connect with this powerful inner guide. Intuition is often described as an inner knowing, a gut feeling, or a quiet voice within. It's that unspoken truth that everyone possesses, yet not everyone listens to it. This inner wisdom is what Taoists refer to as 'Shen', your spirituality. It's a calm, wise, and grounded voice compare...

Enjoy a deeply relaxing guided meditation to help you overcome anxiety – with Taoist monk and teacher David James Lees.  ⚠️ PLEASE DO NOT LISTEN TO THIS MEDITATION WHILST DRIVING OR OPERATING MACHINERY This soothing and calming meditation will help you overcome anxiety and fear and understand the role your Inner Child plays in creating feelings of anxiety and overwhelm. This meditation is part fiv...

Discover how to overcome self-criticism and perfectionism and the anxiety they create.  This is part four of our five-part series on managing anxiety using Wu Wei Wisdom techniques. Self-criticism and perfectionism are intertwined phenomena that create feelings of inadequacy and anxiety. Overcoming self-criticism and perfectionism requires patience, self-reflection, and a willingness to change. In...

Discover how to resolve past trauma and traumatic memories so you can heal from your past. This is part three of our five-part series on managing anxiety using Wu Wei Wisdom techniques. We explore anxiety caused by traumatic memories and how you can overcome this. Traumatic memories can be deeply impactful, but with the right approach, you can move forward. Traumatic memories are not just about th...

Learn the root cause of your anxiety from fear of the future and obsessing about worst-case scenarios and how to overcome this anxiety using Wu Wei Wisdom techniques. This is part two of our new five-part series on managing anxiety using Wu Wei Wisdom techniques. This episode unpacks fear of the future and obsessive anxiety, which is a common issue among many individuals. It manifests in various f...

Discover the root causes of your anxiety and how to overcome it using our Wu Wei Wisdom techniques. This is part one of our new five-part series on managing anxiety using Wu Wei Wisdom techniques. Living with anxiety can significantly impact your health, happiness, and potential. Through deep self-inquiry and Inner Child work, you can address the root causes of your anxiety and begin the healing p...

Enjoy a beautiful meditation journey with your Inner Child – led by Taoist monk and teacher David James Lees.  ⚠️ PLEASE DO NOT LISTEN TO THIS MEDITATION WHILST DRIVING OR OPERATING MACHINERY This episode is the fifth and final part of our Inner Child Work Essentials series. WATCH Part 1: https://youtu.be/28-F9eGINf8   Part 2: https://youtu.be/vMr8QMAnPpY   Part 3: https://youtu.be/jLbw7LVBYn0   P...

Learn the fourth vital step in Inner Child work and Inner Child reparenting: nurturing exercises and activities that harness your Inner Child's energy and enthusiasm. This episode is part four of our five-part Inner Child Work Essentials series.  Many clients do the hard work of building a relationship with their Inner Child but fail to change their mindset about it: your Inner Child is not y...

Learn the third vital step in Inner Child work and Inner Child reparenting: how to build trust through consistency and honesty with your Inner Child. This episode is part three of our five-part Inner Child Work Essentials series. Establishing trust with our Inner Child is essential because this part of our mind often believes it cannot trust anyone. This distrust stems from childhood experiences w...

Learn the second vital step in Inner Child work and Inner Child reparenting: how to speak to and teach your Inner Child. This episode is part two of our five-part Inner Child Work Essentials series.  You’ll learn how to compassionately and truthfully respond to your Inner Child’s fears and cries for help. Discover the mindset, language, tone of voice, and timing of your most effective conversation...

Learn the first important step in Inner Child work and Inner Child reparenting: how to connect with and actively listen to your Inner Child. This episode is part one of our five-part Inner Child Work Essentials series.  You’ll learn how to recognise your Inner Child’s voice and messages, encourage your Inner Child to speak clearly and calmly, and actively listen to your Inner Child in a way that h...

Enjoy a transformative meditation journey to overcome fear and emotional triggers – with Taoist monk and teacher, David James Lees.  ⚠️ PLEASE DO NOT LISTEN TO THIS MEDITATION WHILST DRIVING OR OPERATING MACHINERY This soothing meditation will help you overcome anxiety, fear, and emotional triggers and understand the role your Inner Child plays in creating emotional discomfort.  The meditation all...

Learn how to manage your fear response and take control of your emotional triggers for a more authentic response to life challenges. Episode highlights: Defining emotional triggers and why you seek emotional protection Understanding the ‘A-B-C’ model of how your beliefs and thoughts create your emotional responses The origin of your emotional overwhelm How to use the Golden Thread Process to overc...

Learn practical steps to break free from people pleasing and worrying about others' opinions.  Episode highlights: Introduction - defining the problem of seeking validation and people-pleasing Why your Inner Child is hooked on the drug of wanting approval from other people The link between anxiety and self-doubt, and how to use the Golden Thread Process to find the root of the problem Why app...

Discover how to connect with your authentic spiritual self and live a life of deeper purpose and fulfilment. Episode highlights: What is the authentic spiritual self? Why your spiritual self can not be damaged or lost Signs and symptoms that you’ve disconnected from your authentic spiritual self Why you are a spiritual being having a human experience How we dishonour our authentic spiritual self a...

Intrusive thoughts are unwanted and often distressing thoughts that can lead to a spiral of negative thinking, self-doubt, and overthinking, affecting your emotional well-being. In this episode, we discuss how to manage these thoughts and maintain a healthy mind. Highlights include: Understanding and overcoming intrusive thoughts, self-doubt, and overthinking The Inner Child's role in self-pe...