Pearls of Wisdom

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...

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 trut...

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...

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 s...

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 wh...

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 fe...

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 cir...

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 contrib...

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 l...

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 en...

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 Th...

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-lis...

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 iden...

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 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 exp...

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: acknowl...

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...

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 differ...

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 fea...

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 sh...

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...

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...

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 acros...

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...

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 runnin...