Let's Stop Your Thought Bully

Send us Fan Mail As a new year begins, there’s often pressure to change, improve, or fix yourself. This episode offers something different. In this New Year’s Day episode, I introduce Season 3 of Let’s Stop Your Thought Bully — a season focused on getting your power back . We reflect gently on the year just gone, especially if it didn’t turn out the way you hoped, and explore why expecting the wor...

Send us Fan Mail Christmas can be complicated. In this episode, I offer a quiet place to land for anyone who feels overwhelmed, depleted, or unexpectedly lonely — including the kind of loneliness that can show up even when you’re surrounded by people. I share a personal reflection on losing a sense of belonging after bereavement, the discomfort of not knowing what role you play anymore, and how ch...

Send us Fan Mail Feeling left out doesn’t always mean you’ve been rejected. In this episode, I talk about the quiet experience of being present in a social situation — yet not quite included. From noisy group settings to invisible barriers like hearing difficulties, social anxiety, or simply not knowing how to join in, this is a reflection on how exclusion can happen without anyone intending harm....

Send us Fan Mail Do you ever find yourself snapping at people you love — even when you’re not angry, just overwhelmed?  You’re not alone. And you’re not a “moody person.”  This episode reveals the truth: irritation is often anxiety in disguise. Julie explains why your brain reacts this way when you’re tired, stressed or overstimulated, and how emotional bandwidth, the amygdala hijack and sensory o...

Send us Fan Mail Do you ever walk into a room and instantly worry what people think of you?  You’re not alone — and the truth is very different from what your Thought Bully tells you. In this episode, Julie breaks down why we jump to the worst conclusions, why other people’s reactions are almost never about us, and how to finally free yourself from the fear of being judged. You’ll hear: ✨ The sci...

Send us Fan Mail When your mind grabs a tiny thought and spins it into a full-blown disaster, it’s not because you’re weak — it’s because your brain has slipped into protection mode.  In this episode, Julie shares exactly how to break a worry spiral fast , using grounding, science, energy and simple steps you can use anywhere. You’ll learn:  ✨ Why your brain spirals when your energy is low  ✨ Th...

Send us Fan Mail If your mind is racing at night, this episode is for you. When the world is quiet but your thoughts are loud, it can feel like you’re the only one awake… spiralling through worries, regrets, what-ifs and worst-case scenarios.  But you’re not alone — and you’re not failing. In this gentle night-time episode, Julie guides you through: ✨ why your mind won’t switch off  ✨ why worrie...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Let’s Stop Your Thought Bully , Julie speaks directly to anyone who feels they simply can’t face things today. If life feels too big, too loud, or too overwhelming, this episode will meet you softly, safely, and without judgement. Julie explores: ✨ A listener’s message about freezing each morning  ✨ Why you’re not weak — you’re overwhelmed  ✨ What actually ha...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Let’s Stop Your Thought Bully , Julie dives deep into one of the most painful and common struggles: feeling like you’re not enough. If you’ve ever talked yourself out of opportunities, compared yourself to everyone around you, or hidden behind a mask of “I’m fine,” this episode will reach straight into your heart. Julie shares the story of a woman who walked int...

Send us Fan Mail I’m Ending Your Thought Bully’s Spotlight Today — with Julie M. Blount In this episode, we’re doing something big.  Something brave.  Something your mind has needed for a long time. I’m stepping in — right between you and that pushy, noisy, overdramatic Thought Bully — and I’m shutting down its spotlight. Today. We talk honestly about how your Thought Bully shows up when you’re ti...

Send us Fan Mail I partly recorded this whilst reflecting on the beautiful Seaham coast. This episode is my rally cry to everyone still battling their Thought Bully.  If you’ve ever been told you’re not enough, this is your moment to shout back.  No more shoddy behaviour.  No more shoddy energy.  You deserve better — full stop.  You’re not alone with your Thought Bully — I’m right here with you.  ...

Send us Fan Mail Meeting your Thought Bully is the first step to changing everything. That nagging, critical voice in your head isn’t you — it’s your Thought Bully. And once you see it clearly, you can finally stop letting it run the show. In this episode, I’ll reveal how the Thought Bully sneaks into your thoughts, why it thrives on your energy, and how you can separate yourself from its grip. Yo...

Send us Fan Mail “Welcome to Season 2 of Let’s Stop Your Thought Bully ! I’m Julie, and this season we’re stepping into a brand new energy. In this short intro, I share what’s changing, why I’ve been away, and how this next chapter will help you take back your power from the Thought Bully. If you’ve ever felt drained, doubted yourself, or struggled with that nagging inner voice that tells you you’...

Send us Fan Mail What’s the real difference between people who succeed and people who give up? It’s not luck. It’s not talent. It’s belief . In this episode, I’m breaking down why self-belief is the fuel behind every success — and how to convince yourself you can before you even try. You’ll hear how real people went from doubt and fear to confidence and achievement, simply by stacking “convincers”...

Send us Fan Mail Most of us carry hidden beliefs about ourselves that quietly hold us back. We don’t even realise it’s a belief — we accept it as truth. It whispers, “You can’t do that,” or “You’re not good enough,” shaping our choices and keeping us from trying, achieving, or speaking up. In this episode, we uncover that secret inner belief that stops you from living the life you could have. I sh...

Send us Fan Mail This episode is for anyone who's loved and lost a beloved animal companion. Julie shares her own story of saying goodbye to Jazz — her cat, her constant, and her companion for 18 years — and offers comfort for those going through their own grief. Through soft storytelling, honest emotion, and a heart-led meditation, this episode helps you honour your loss, speak gently to you...

Send us Fan Mail It’s 3am and your thoughts won’t shut up. The Thought Bully is wide awake — feeding you fears, regrets, and worst-case scenarios. If you’ve ever stared at the ceiling wondering why your mind won’t let you rest… this episode is for you. Julie shares her own sleepless-night strategy, including the unlikely power of a Chumbawamba anthem, and guides you through a gentle breathing exer...

Send us Fan Mail In this deeply personal episode, I open up about the loneliness I’ve experienced and how my Thought Bully tried to convince me that it would never get better. But what if that voice is wrong? I share my own story and a powerful (anonymous) example from one of my clients to show just how convincing—and dishonest—our inner critic can be. If your Thought Bully has ever told you that...

Send us Fan Mail When your inner critic won’t let up—when the Thought Bully is shouting louder than your own voice—this episode is for you. In this deeply personal message, Julie gently reminds you that the harsh voice in your head is not the truth. You’ll hear stories of resilience from Oprah Winfrey, Nelson Mandela, and Greta Thunberg—people who refused to let doubt define them—and discover how...

Send us Fan Mail Listen to this when you're lying there in bed, unable to sleep, and fretting about it.  Let me help calm your mind and alleviate the situation.  Don't be alone, don't worry, let me be a friend on your side,  You’re not alone with your Thought Bully — I’m right here with you.  Take your power back today, my lovely. One thought at a time.  If you ever want to reach ou...

Send us Fan Mail  A deeply personal story of pain, fear, transformation — and why I’m here to help you stop your Thought Bully too.  In this special episode, I share the real story behind Let’s Stop Your Thought Bully — not the polished version, but the truth. The bullying I faced.  The fear that followed me.  The constant voice in my head that told me I wasn’t good enough, smart enough, or worth...

Send us Fan Mail Play this when you feel a little restless at night and can't sleep too well.   This is a short podcast designed to help you relax.  I'll be placing other podcasts here to help you unwind and relax.  If there's something specific you would like help with, let me know.  I can design something especially for you.  You’re not alone with your Thought Bully — I’m right he...

Send us Fan Mail This season is dedicated to my dear friend, Maxine. I call these episodes Against the Odds — because that’s exactly what she’s facing, and what so many others face every single day. Season 2 was originally created as a series of personal messages to Maxine, who has been enduring overwhelming challenges with incredible courage. But as I recorded them, I realised something: she’s no...

Send us Fan Mail This is the meditation I do often.  I thought I would pop it here so you can come on the journey with me and enjoy the calming benefits it brings.  I hope you like it. Once you get accustomed to this style of meditation, you can tailor it to suit yourself. If you only have a couple of minutes free, then download the energy for those two minutes, and you will still feel the benefit...

Send us Fan Mail Meet that inner voice that tries to tell you that you are no good.  The voice that tries to convince you not to try, and the voice that thwarts so many things, that life loses its sparkle.   This is your first step to regaining control of your mind.  You’re not alone with your Thought Bully — I’m right here with you.  Take your power back today, my lovely. One thought at a time.  ...