This is the 2nd meditation of our meditation journey.
A really simple and effective meditation touching on some fundamental concepts of meditation and gently practicing them.
This meditation series focuses on not trying to be perfect by any means, but to just show up and practice the art of observation and presence.
Doesn't matter how much or little experience you have, we can all show up and give ourselves 10 minutes to be still and practice these skills for ourselves.
Thank you for joining the Soulful Space
Jack
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In this episode we dive into Anxiety and understanding where anxiety stems from. We explore the work of Richar Barrett (Author of 'A New Psychology of Human Well-Being'), who gives anxiety a new meaning which can change how you understand your anxiety.
We talk about where anxiety comes from and how to bring awareness for your anxiety as that becomes the first pillar of managing and reducing the intensity of how you experience anxiety.
Trust me, if you experience anxiety you will gain some intriguing perpsective with this episode.
Have a great week
Jack
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A Simple Reset: Grounding Meditation
In this episode, we start off our meditation with a simple yet effective meditation exercise.
This meditation is a fantastic tool for beginners, people who aren't 'convinced' on meditation or for you who experiences high levels of anxiety.
In order to manage our headspace, we must have tools at our disposal to help shift away from negative headspaces so we can effectively become the creator our of life. This is a great start and I can't wait for you to join me on this meditation journey.
Have a great weekend
Jack
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Episode 2 – Why I Believe Meditation Can Change Your Life
In this episode, I’m speaking to the ones who are curious about meditation, maybe a bit skeptical, or just starting out and wondering if they’re doing it “right.”
We also get into the science—how meditation affects your brain, your nervous system, even your emotional patterns. And how all of that ties in beautifully with the spiritual side of things.
This isn’t about becoming a monk or meditating perfectly. It’s about giving yourself a moment of stillness in a noisy world. And sometimes, that one moment is enough.
Have a great week
Jack
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Episode 1 – The Soulful Space: A Fresh Chapter Begins
After a few years away, The Soulful Space is here (previously known as the 'Personal Growth Podcast'—and it's more grounded and intentional than ever. In this short reintroduction, I share the vision behind the podcast and what you can expect from this new chapter.
This space will offer a mix of guided meditations, conversations and reflections around spirituality, emotional well-being, mental health, and physical health. It's a place to explore the deeper layers of ourselves and the world around us—together.
Whether you're tuning in for inner stillness or expansive ideas, welcome back. Let’s create a space for meaningful connection and conscious conversation.
Now is the time more than ever to reach in and bring balance to our being amongst an external world of distraction, fear and control. This is for the curious souls who want better for themselves, to challenge and to express as they are in their pure form.
Remember, we are spiritual beings living a human experience.
Hope to have you on this journey with me
Jack
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In this episode, we talk about how to have a healthy perspective on how to cut out all the noise of life that doesn't matter based on your values and how to focus on things that truly matter to you. To develop yourself as a person and as a professional. As Tony Robbins says, 'Progress = Happiness". When we feel like we are progressing, we will always have this sense of happiness or fulfilment that our life's trajectory is looking positive.
How to understand what are superficial values to you and what are your core values, that you can live your life by.
Jack
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This episode we explore why there is such a mental health epidemic, how to become more conscious of how your mental health can be negatively affected and actionable steps to focus on.
'If you don't control your environment, your environment controls you'. It's imperative to actively work on programming your mind for your success and growth, otherwise you will find it impossible to come away from struggling headspaces and understanding how to manage ill mental health.
Jack
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In today's episode, we talk about ways to manage a transition period in your life. Transition periods can feel overwhelming and if we are not conscious, they become destructive. So today's episode goes through how we can make transition periods productive. I have personally experienced a few transition periods and I share what really helped me through an uncertain time and how these tips can help you to.
Transition periods are normal, so don't feel like there is something wrong with you for experiencing them.
Jack
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In this episode we talk about 3 very relatable paradoxes that may challenge the way you view them and guide you into making healthier choices for yourself. This episode is about bringing a different perspective and to see how you might relate to these paradoxes.
1- The more you let go, the more that enters
2- The more you think, the less you do
3- Be selfish to be selfless
Jack
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Ever since positive affirmations have been in my routine, they have changed the relationship i have with myself. They are incredibly powerful and will compound into empowering personal changes within your life to.
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Weight training has been miraculous in my personal journey, everyone I speak to who lifts weight agrees that it's 'life's biggest hack'. So I have condensed down the power behind lifting weights and why it's a no brainer for you to do the same. Whether that's starting or being consistent with your routine.
Jack
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People and your circles are influential on so many elements of your life. Are you taking action with the highest form of self care and withdrawing or stepping away from the wrong type of people? From the toxic influences who need to go?
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Jack
In this episode, I talk about the powerful lessons I learnt from solo travelling in Stockholm. These experiences can really change your perspective on life and what you learn about yourself along the way. It brought to light elements of our well-being we must be conscious of for better emotional and spiritual health.
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In this episode, we dive into some honest truths that need to be mentioned to get you reflecting on whether you have the right people in your life. Too often people settle for what is comfortable, they are doing themselves a complete disservice. Life is too short to keep people in your life who don't deserve to be there.
Jack
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This episode dives into 3 important lessons that if I was to tell my old self starting my fitness journey, these 3 would be the biggest takeaways to learn from and use. We all have a conscious commitment to ourselves to do better, to try and expand ourselves in anyway shape or form, so these lessons could potentially be a starting point.
Jack
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The term 'living a balanced life' is as much of a buzzword as Holistic and I do ponder whether we understand what it actually means to us.
1- What does living a balanced life mean?
2- Understanding what the 'mini cycles' of life are
3- Reframing 'Balance' in a healthier way.
Jack
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In this short ep, we are going through the teachings and philosophy of ancient roman emperor, Marcus Aurelius. There is a reason his stoic philosophy resonates to this day, we can always learn from the most wise to have ever graced this planet. His teachings present a theme of strong takeaways that can be worked on in your life.
Jack
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Part 2 of this topic, we get into the depth of analysing your current life situation. From the material to the energetic elements of your life, you need to analyse what is serving you and your energy and what is draining your energy. Being uncomfortable is where the magic happens, so if any of this makes you uncomfortable that is a call to action to do something about it.
1- 1-10 Scale
2- Questions to ask yourself to reflect on.
3- Questions to ask yourself moving forward.
Jack
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So many of us feel uninspired, unfulfilled, lost, drained or unhappy. Yet we don't reflect on what could be the cause of these states and feelings, instead we might decide to choose to stay with the familiar because it's comfortable yet we are choosing to suffer through these states and emotions. Choosing this suffering is a disservice to your soul and that's why we must bring it into your awareness to be proactive about it.
1- Material Elements of Your Environment
2- Energetic Elements of Your Environment
3- Next Steps Before Part 2
Jack
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Therapy was a catalyst to my healing journey and I know many people who have gained enormous benefit and growth from therapy. It is something that you may be skeptical about or you may generalise saying 'therapy isn't for me' after having one negative experience with it. These are both normal human protective mechanisms, so this episode shares the underlying truth and power that therapy provides.
1- What To Be Aware Of With Therapy
2- How Therapy Is Different To Anything Else
I know therapy changes lives, so if you are on the fence about therapy, sit back and listen as your healing and growth from where you are now is one decision away.
Jack
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