The Missing Peace Presents : The Thought Trap

This episode is all about overwhelm. It’s such a relatable topic — an undercurrent that flows through so many of us and through society as a whole. I love how Clare talks about it: with honesty, warmth, and her brilliant reminder to “slow the chuff down.”

Clare has an incredible way of helping us realise we’re not alone in this, and that we really can find space to breathe again.

See below for all Clare’s links to ensure you have a bit of Clare in your life going forward.

Clare's website: https://claredownham.com/

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Clare's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@claredownhamcoach

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"The Thought Trap — a space for quieting the busy brain, turning down the noisy chatter, and stepping more fully into life"

Disclaimer:

As a Certified Change Coach trained by Dr. Amy Johnson, PhD, and a member of the Association of Coaching, I approach wellbeing from a holistic perspective. Coaching can be incredibly powerful and life-changing, but it is not a substitute for counselling, therapy, or medical treatment. I am not a licensed medical professional, and the information shared in this podcast is based on my coaching training, lived experience, and work in my private practice, The Missing Peace. Nothing shared is intended as advice or a replacement for professional care. Please take what resonates, leave the rest, and always seek support from a licensed medical or mental health professional for any psychological or physical health concerns

Disclaimer:

As a Certified Change Coach trained by Dr. Amy Johnson, PhD, and a member of the Association of Coaching, I approach wellbeing from a holistic perspective. Coaching can be incredibly powerful and life-changing, but it is not a substitute for counselling, therapy, or medical treatment. I am not a licensed medical professional, and the information shared in this podcast is based on my coaching training, lived experience, and work in my private practice, The Missing Peace. Nothing shared is intended as advice or a replacement for professional care. Please take what resonates, leave the rest, and always seek support from a licensed medical or mental health professional for any psychological or physical health concerns.

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Welcome to the very first episode of "Trap Talk"—a new monthly segment where we take a real-life question and explore the kind of thinking that quietly keeps us stuck in a thought trap. This time, we're looking at moods—those heavy emotional shifts that seem to take over without warning. We will gently unpack how our relationship to moods (and the thoughts that fuel them) can either keep us trapped… or help us find freedom.

Have a question you'd love to hear unpacked in a future "Trap Talk?" I'd love to hear from you!

"The Thought Trap — a space for quieting the busy brain, turning down the noisy chatter, and stepping more fully into life"

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Disclaimer:

As a Certified Change Coach trained by Dr. Amy Johnson, PhD, and a member of the Association of Coaching, I approach wellbeing from a holistic perspective. Coaching can be incredibly powerful and life-changing, but it is not a substitute for counselling, therapy, or medical treatment. I am not a licensed medical professional, and the information shared in this podcast is based on my coaching training, lived experience, and work in my private practice, The Missing Peace. Nothing shared is intended as advice or a replacement for professional care. Please take what resonates, leave the rest, and always seek support from a licensed medical or mental health professional for any psychological or physical health concerns

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This is Episode 10, and I’m feeling REALLY proud of myself—this feels like a huge milestone! I couldn’t think of a better way to celebrate than by inviting Dr. Giles P. Croft onto the show.

He’s very funny, clever, and incredibly relatable. In this celebratory episode, he poses—and answers—the question: "What’s the first thing we need to know to escape a Thought Trap?"

A bit about the Doctor with a difference

Giles moved away from an NHS surgical career to explore various alternative life-paths, in an accidental quest to find the source of fulfilment and happiness, ultimately realising it was there all along. These days he writes a free "Daily Reminder" email for a growing community of like-minded people, hosts a monthly 'GP' surgery with a difference, and delivers restorative coaching sessions both online and outdoors in the Brecon Beacons National Park, where he lives with his wife and daughter. When not working, he's usually riding his bike, somewhere in the hills.

The Daily Reminders: https://gilespcroft.com/newsletter

Insight Timer: https://gilespcroft.link/insight 

YouTube: https://youtube.com/drgilespcroft

Facebook: https://facebook.com/drgilespcroft 

Contact: https://gilespcroft.com/contact/

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Disclaimer:

As a Certified Change Coach trained by Dr. Amy Johnson, PhD, and a member of the Association of Coaching, I approach wellbeing from a holistic perspective. Coaching can be incredibly powerful and life-changing, but it is not a substitute for counselling, therapy, or medical treatment. I am not a licensed medical professional, and the information shared in this podcast is based on my coaching training, lived experience, and work in my private practice, The Missing Peace. Nothing shared is intended as advice or a replacement for professional care. Please take what resonates, leave the rest, and always seek support from a licensed medical or mental health professional for any psychological or physical health concerns

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In this episode, I get real about something I honestly don't think we got the memo on - the way we take our thoughts, feelings and emotions so flipping personally. I share a powerful analogy (not mine, but one that cracked something wide open for me when I first heard it). It's simple but it shifted so much. Without a shadow of a doubt, this has become my truth - and I see it land for others too, when they're willing to just peep beyond the surface. Let's go there together!!!!

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"The Thought Trap — a space for quieting the busy brain, turning down the noisy chatter, and stepping more fully into life"

Disclaimer:

As a Certified Change Coach trained by Dr. Amy Johnson, PhD, and a member of the Association of Coaching, I approach wellbeing from a holistic perspective. Coaching can be incredibly powerful and life-changing, but it is not a substitute for counselling, therapy, or medical treatment. I am not a licensed medical professional, and the information shared in this podcast is based on my coaching training, lived experience, and work in my private practice, The Missing Peace. Nothing shared is intended as advice or a replacement for professional care. Please take what resonates, leave the rest, and always seek support from a licensed medical or mental health professional for any psychological or physical health concerns

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In this episode of The Thought Trap, we dive into the tricky world of beliefs—those deep-seated assumptions we accept as truth without ever questioning them. I share a personal story about a belief I held for most of my life: that I didn’t like cats. It was something I thought I knew for sure… until reality challenged that conviction in an unexpected way.

Join me as I invite you to start questioning your own beliefs. This episode blends reflection, humour, and insight into how even our most “certain” convictions can shift.

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"The Thought Trap — a space for quieting the busy brain, turning down the noisy chatter, and stepping more fully into life"

Disclaimer:

As a Certified Change Coach trained by Dr. Amy Johnson, PhD, and a member of the Association of Coaching, I approach wellbeing from a holistic perspective. Coaching can be incredibly powerful and life-changing, but it is not a substitute for counselling, therapy, or medical treatment. I am not a licensed medical professional, and the information shared in this podcast is based on my coaching training, lived experience, and work in my private practice, The Missing Peace. Nothing shared is intended as advice or a replacement for professional care. Please take what resonates, leave the rest, and always seek support from a licensed medical or mental health professional for any psychological or physical health concerns

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In this episode, I sit down with Kaz Lane (Karen), one of my incredible clients, to talk about her experience with Change Coaching through my coaching practice, The Missing Peace. She speaks straight from the heart. And honestly? What happens in coaching—when two people really show up—is nothing short of life-changing. I get asked all the time, “What even is coaching?” Sure, I can explain it. But hearing it from someone who’s lived it? That’s the real answer.

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"The Thought Trap — a space for quieting the busy brain, turning down the noisy chatter, and stepping more fully into life"

Disclaimer:

As a Certified Change Coach trained by Dr. Amy Johnson, PhD, and a member of the Association of Coaching, I approach wellbeing from a holistic perspective. Coaching can be incredibly powerful and life-changing, but it is not a substitute for counselling, therapy, or medical treatment. I am not a licensed medical professional, and the information shared in this podcast is based on my coaching training, lived experience, and work in my private practice, The Missing Peace. Nothing shared is intended as advice or a replacement for professional care. Please take what resonates, leave the rest, and always seek support from a licensed medical or mental health professional for any psychological or physical health concerns

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Joining me is my first guest from across the pond, Angie Goen— a dear friend with a magical knack for talking about feelings in a way that makes you go, “Ohhh… that’s what that is.

What even is a feeling? How do we actually feel our feelings? We chat about how so many of us are only just learning how to really feel — and how, once we do, we realise we were actually designed to handle it all. We even sneak in a cheeky little moment of relaxation at the end — just dipping our toe into the experience of feeling. Come join us — we even talk about what’s for tea (or dinner, depending on your side of the pond). Because thinking about feelings isn’t quite the same as feeling them. Trust me, I’ve tried. (Like, 10 million times)

The Thought Trap — a space for quieting the busy brain, turning down the noisy chatter, and stepping more fully into life

If you would like to know more about Angie, all her details and links are below

Website: https://www.angiegoencoaching.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61560854455262

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/angiegoencoaching/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angie-goen-17790b306/

Insight Timer: https://insig.ht/u1ymEA9YmTb?utm_source=copy_link&utm_medium=live_stream_share

Certified Change Coach Directory: https://dramyjohnson.com/coach/angie-goen/

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"The Thought Trap — a space for quieting the busy brain, turning down the noisy chatter, and stepping more fully into life"

Disclaimer:

As a Certified Change Coach trained by Dr. Amy Johnson, PhD, and a member of the Association of Coaching, I approach wellbeing from a holistic perspective. Coaching can be incredibly powerful and life-changing, but it is not a substitute for counselling, therapy, or medical treatment. I am not a licensed medical professional, and the information shared in this podcast is based on my coaching training, lived experience, and work in my private practice, The Missing Peace. Nothing shared is intended as advice or a replacement for professional care. Please take what resonates, leave the rest, and always seek support from a licensed medical or mental health professional for any psychological or physical health concerns

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In this solo episode, Just One Job, I dive into the profound question: What is the mind's only job?

This conversation expands on themes from previous episodes and offers a deep, foundational look at the role of the mind in how we function as human beings. It’s an exploration that feels essential enough to dedicate a whole episode to. Whether you're new to the show or have been with me for a while, the intention of this episode is to bring fresh insights into the core of how we experience life.

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"The Thought Trap — a space for quieting the busy brain, turning down the noisy chatter, and stepping more fully into life"

Disclaimer:

As a Certified Change Coach trained by Dr. Amy Johnson, PhD, and a member of the Association of Coaching, I approach wellbeing from a holistic perspective. Coaching can be incredibly powerful and life-changing, but it is not a substitute for counselling, therapy, or medical treatment. I am not a licensed medical professional, and the information shared in this podcast is based on my coaching training, lived experience, and work in my private practice, The Missing Peace. Nothing shared is intended as advice or a replacement for professional care. Please take what resonates, leave the rest, and always seek support from a licensed medical or mental health professional for any psychological or physical health concerns

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In this episode, Mind On Repeat, I’m joined by special guest Hamish — an incredible guide and mentor. Together, we explore the mental maze of rumination — those thought loops that seem helpful but are actually just frustrating. We talk about how we innocently fall into them, what keeps us spinning, and how to spot the exits when our minds just won’t quit. It’s light, it’s real, and yes… we’ve been there too.

The Thought Trap — a space for quieting the busy brain, turning down the noisy chatter, and stepping more fully into life.

Want to dive deeper into Hamish’s work? All his resources and offerings are linked below

Podcast- https://hamishniven.com/the-crucible-conversations-for-the-curious/

Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/hamishniven/

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/hamishniven

TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@hamish.niven

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@HamishNiven

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"The Thought Trap — a space for quieting the busy brain, turning down the noisy chatter, and stepping more fully into life"

Disclaimer:

As a Certified Change Coach trained by Dr. Amy Johnson, PhD, and a member of the Association of Coaching, I approach wellbeing from a holistic perspective. Coaching can be incredibly powerful and life-changing, but it is not a substitute for counselling, therapy, or medical treatment. I am not a licensed medical professional, and the information shared in this podcast is based on my coaching training, lived experience, and work in my private practice, The Missing Peace. Nothing shared is intended as advice or a replacement for professional care. Please take what resonates, leave the rest, and always seek support from a licensed medical or mental health professional for any psychological or physical health concerns

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In The Secret Door Out, I’m joined by my first-ever guest, Lexie — a friend, a coach, and an all-around amazing human. Lexie shares her way of finding the secret door out of thought traps and back to feeling more like yourself — not stuck in your head, but grounded in who you really are. Together, we explore how you can find your own way through too. Join us and start finding your own way back.

If you want to dive deeper into Lexie's work and get more of her wisdom, here are some ways to connect with her:

• Website: Explore all the amazing things Lexie offers https://www.lexiebebbington.co.uk/
• Teacher on Insight Timer: You can find her teachings and guided meditations on https://insighttimer.com/Lexie 
• Email: Feel free to reach out to Lexie directly - she's always open to connecting [email protected]
• Instagram: Stay inspired and follow her on instagram https://www.instagram.com/lexiebebbington?igsh=MWlzZTBmcTdrdTRpYg==

Looking for a good read? Lexie’s books are on Amazon now, links below

https://amzn.eu/d/2oRo536

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"The Thought Trap — a space for quieting the busy brain, turning down the noisy chatter, and stepping more fully into life"

Disclaimer:

As a Certified Change Coach trained by Dr. Amy Johnson, PhD, and a member of the Association of Coaching, I approach wellbeing from a holistic perspective. Coaching can be incredibly powerful and life-changing, but it is not a substitute for counselling, therapy, or medical treatment. I am not a licensed medical professional, and the information shared in this podcast is based on my coaching training, lived experience, and work in my private practice, The Missing Peace. Nothing shared is intended as advice or a replacement for professional care. Please take what resonates, leave the rest, and always seek support from a licensed medical or mental health professional for any psychological or physical health concerns

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