Feels like Magic

Hey love, Two years ago I got on a boat with my dog Hope, a suitcase and a vague plan. I left everything I knew in Scotland, because I knew there was more for me. And, I was terrified. It had been a long time since I had done this kind of solo travel, and the fear felt real. I didn’t ‘know’ what was going to happen. I did know that I cared enough about myself to find out. And I know how real fear...

Hey love, There’s a reason you keep finding yourself in the same patterns, even if you know what you want. It’s not a lack of discipline, a personal failure or that you’re not trying hard enough. It’s your subconscious belief system. In this episode, I walk you through how limiting beliefs are formed, how they quietly drive your behaviour, and why so many of your actions are actually protective re...

Hey love, If there’s one thing I know we do well it’s pretend we’ve got it. That we’re good, we don’t have any feelings, we can handle it. And your body is holding everything you’re not saying. Here’s what’s actually true: You don’t have to have it all figured out. You don’t have to be certain, confident, or completely ready. What matters is that you show up anyway — for yourself, for the life you...

Are you settling for less than you deserve—in relationships, your career, or even in the little everyday moments? In this empowering episode, coach Jo Bell dives deep into how to stop settling, reclaim your worth, and step into the life you truly desire. We often look outside ourselves—at jobs, relationships, money—for happiness and validation. But true fulfillment begins within. You’ll discover:...

[💌 Want more weekly tools, mindset shifts, and coaching prompts? Sign up for Notes from Your Next Level Self — my free, soul-lifting newsletter that helps you bridge the gap between who you are now and the future you’re ready for.] In this episode , I share four simple, science-backed nervous system regulation practices you can use anytime, anywhere. These aren’t 15-minute yoga flows (though thos...

In this deeply grounding episode, Jo Bell invites you back to the most important relationship you’ll ever have: the one with yourself. Whether you're lying in bed doom-scrolling, feeling disconnected from your body, or simply wanting to top up your self-love tank — this is your space. You’ll explore: Why loving yourself isn't selfish — it's your power source What it really means to take off the ma...

If you’ve ever felt stuck in a cycle with food — eating for comfort, numbing, secretly shaming yourself afterwards — this episode is for you. Today, I’m pulling back the curtain on emotional eating. Not from a place of surface advice or food psychology, but from lived experience — mine, and the hundreds of women I’ve supported. I’ll share the three deeper reasons we emotionally eat, why compassion...

Join Self-Love Sessions here 💞 This week on we’re doing something a little different. No heavy lifting, no deep dive into the shadow — just space. Spaciousness for your nervous system, for your breath, for your body. If you’ve been feeling the push to keep going, the pressure to produce or perform, this episode is your permission slip to pause. You'll be guided through a beautiful, embodied medit...

Your Next Level Self 🎧 Episode Title: How to Meet Your Next Level Self What if the version of you you’re becoming isn’t found in the perfect morning routine, but in the moments when you’re spiraling on the kitchen floor? In this raw and real episode, Jo Bell shares a behind-the-scenes look at a personal moment of emotional overwhelm—and how she chose to meet herself differently in the middle of i...

Join transformational life coach Jo Bell in this episode where she dives into one of the most powerful practices you can use to boost self-esteem. If your inner critic is loud, if you're always chasing the next thing without stopping to acknowledge how far you’ve come — this episode is for you. Jo explores how self-celebration rewires your brain, calms your nervous system, and builds the kind of c...

In this deeply honest episode, Jo shares why your self-talk matters —especially when you're stepping into vulnerability and visibility. Using a personal stories she breaks down: Why we carry an inner critic: Contrived to keep us safe, it shows up when we're doing something new or scary —like standing on a board in the sea. How old identities hold you back: Joelle recalls her younger self, so self-...

Hey love, How many times have you said yes to something you wanted to say no to? And how many times have you blamed yourself? Here’s the thing: when you’re carrying self-judgement you can listen to all the podcasts, read all the books and do all the ‘things’ but love - it’s not going to feel good. Learning to say no isn’t about berating yourself for all of the times you haven’t had boundaries, or...

Here’s a powerful truth: You’re allowed to want what you want —without guilt, shame, or second-guessing. But let’s be real... ✨ Do you secretly fear your dreams are too big, too selfish, or too unrealistic?✨ Do you freeze or flee when you imagine the life you could have?✨ Do you keep your desires hidden because deep down, you don’t trust they’re possible for you ? I see you—because I was you. F...

In this calming episode of Feels Like Magic , transformational coach Jo Bell offers a powerful guided meditation designed to support women who are navigating anxiety and inner overwhelm. Jo reminds us that anxiety is not a flaw — it’s energy in the body signaling perceived threat. Instead of resisting it, she invites you to soften, release judgment, and ground yourself in the present moment. Throu...

Hey beautiful soul, Do you ever find yourself behaving in a way that doesn’t make sense to your rational mind? The why I can’t just… ( be happy, make this easy, do things like other people) voices? If so, it could be that a younger part of you is acting up - or even running the show. It’s why you might find yourself obsessing over something, unable to take the next step or making decisions that ar...

Hey love, On Monday morning, I had a moment. I was walking through my favourite park in Lisbon, swallows calling each other in the blue sky on my way to my coffee shop of choice to work for the morning. And I thought: holy s**t. This is my life. There’s no office to get to. There’s no school bell to rush in for. I’m literally going to order an oat latte, serve my clients and write about things I c...

Hey beautiful soul, Have you ever experienced the feeling that life is against you? Maybe like me you’ve been on the bathroom floor saying things like it’s so easy for everyone else and why is this happening to me. This is what we call victim mindset, like there is one great creator who is handing out great things to some, and terrible things to others. The thing about that theory? It’s a surefire...

Hey beautiful one, If you’ve hit play I’m guessing you want to be kinder to you. What an incredible intention - and one I know we can all achieve. How? Because I’ve lived it. And in this week’s episode, I share the five-minute tool that changed my life. It’s for you if… you know you’re really tough on yourself you struggle to feel good you’re done with beating yourself up you love the idea of self...

Hello beautiful soul, I don’t know about you but I’ve found myself in brutal cycles of comparison before. And the worst part? They pull me so fully away from the present moment. The moments that matter. My actual life . And the thing is, it’s a cop-out. Comparing ourselves actually means we get to sit back and tell stories about how other people have it all together whilst avoiding taking full res...

Welcome to the next evolution of Feels Like Magic, my first video episode. I was going to talk about something else in it, but the truth is this came up: putting out a video felt uncomfortable. I already teach on video, record for other people’s containers on video, post videos on Instagram, but something about this felt different. But with this one my nervous system wasn’t on board. And here’s th...

I have a juicy episode for you today: why people-pleasing is selfish - and how to stop doing it. If you know that fear of judgement and letting people down holds you back it’s one that you’ll get so much from. As you listen, consider: Where do I go along with things rather than speak up? What am I saying yes to that doesn’t feel good? What am I willing to change? What am I afraid of? I’d love to k...

Hello beautiful one, Welcome to a three minute reminder to turn to your day around. It’s inspired by one of my teachers in life, who held space for me when I was going through something incredibly hard and beautiful Listen now, or – if you prefer to read this one – here it is. One of my teachers in life said to me once, are you enjoying this? Because I don't think there's a prize at the end. It ma...

This week’s podcast is a beautiful meditation designed to help connect you to your infinite power. Think inky skies, stars and strength. Use it when you’re lost, in doubt or would just love a boost. A note on this one as I know there are some men in this space (and you are so welcome) - I use women as I was working with a beautiful group of them, but simply replace with your pronouns of choice. An...

https://www.joannebell.org/rising2025 On this week’s episode I dive into how to make decisions from your present day (or higher) self, rather than the wounded inner child inside who’s looking for love, attention or safety. If this is brand new to you don’t worry - I break it down. The most important thing to know is our inner child needs to be heard. This is a tender part of you that learnt it was...

Are you done holding yourself back and ready to become the woman you were always meant to be? This is your official invite to Rise: https://www.joannebell.org/rising2025 This week’s podcast is on something very near and dear to my heart: meeting your own needs. Repeat after me: this isn’t selfish. In fact meeting your own needs is something that everyone in your world will benefit from. But most o...