Izzy and Jillian Turecki chat about what stands in our way of forgiveness and how meditation can help us move through it. Jillian is a certified relationship expert, author, teacher and podcast host, who leads a guided meditation to help us navigate through the difficulties of forgiveness.

The music that soundtracks Jillian's guided meditation was composed by Sun Keting and recorded by the BBC Singers exclusively for this episode.

Whether you're just starting to meditate or you're a seasoned meditator, this is the perfect podcast for you.

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Izzy and Emma Reed Turrell explore how meditation can help handle changing friendships and consider transitions from different angles. Emma is a a psychotherapist, author and podcaster who leads a guided meditation which helps us change our approach so we can navigate friendship transitions more smoothly.

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Izzy and Aisha Carrington look at how meditation can help us concentrate on our own path rather than compare ourselves to others and be affected by the expectations of those around us. Aisha is an intuitive guide plus wellness and relaxation expert, who leads a guided meditation which helps us feel free of pressure so we can live from a place of authenticity.

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Izzy and Don Macpherson chat about how meditation can help us mentally prepare for challenges more effectively. Don is a mind coach with a background in sports psychology who leads a guided meditation to help boost confidence and prepare like a pro.

The music that soundtracks Don's guided meditation was composed by Laura Jurd and recorded by Laura and the BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra exclusively for this episode.

If you’re brand new to meditation or you've tried it before, this series is the perfect place to pick it up from.

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Izzy and Julia Samuel explore how meditation can help us let go of guilt. Julia is a psychotherapist, paediatric counsellor and author who leads a guided meditation which encourages us to recognise guilt as a sign of care and meet it with kindness and compassion.

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Izzy and Light Watkins look at how meditation can help us to live in the present. Light is a mindfulness expert, best-selling author and transformational speaker who leads a guided meditation which encourages us to embrace the now, using present moment awareness to lessen worries about the past or concerns for the future.

The music that soundtracks Light's guided meditation was composed by Zoe Dixon and recorded by the BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra exclusively for this episode. If you’re brand new to meditation or you've tried it before, this series is the perfect place to pick it up from.

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Izzy and Helen Marie chat about how to define your boundaries by prioritising your own needs and protecting your physical and mental health. Helen is a psychotherapist, author and podcast host, who leads a guided meditation which gives us permission to help strengthen our boundaries and in turn improve our mental health and our relationships.

The music that soundtracks Helen's guided meditation was composed by Pascal Bachmann and recorded by the BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra exclusively for this episode. Whether you're just starting to meditate or you're a seasoned meditator, this is the perfect podcast for you.

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Izzy and Deepak Chopra explore how we can evolve with change to welcome transformation within ourselves and in our lives. Deepak is a physician, world-renowned speaker and author who writes about integrative wellbeing and spiritual intelligence. In this episode, he leads a guided meditation to help us understand how we can adapt and make consciously informed choices.

The music that soundtracks Deepak's guided meditation was composed by Erland Cooper and recorded by the BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra and violinist Freya Goldmark.

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Host Izzy Judd welcomes you back to the fifth series of the ultimate therapeutic podcast, featuring music and meditation designed to combat the challenges of daily life and leave you feeling refreshed and ready to take on the world. Episodes cover topics such as defining your boundaries to navigating friendships, with specially created ten-minute guided meditations from a range of experts, all enhanced by an immersive classical soundtrack.

Izzy and Stuart Sandeman look at how we can ease social anxiety to live a more confident life. Stuart is a breath coach, author and radio host who leads a guided meditation to help us approach social anxiety differently and feel more grounded in our bodies.

The music that soundtracks Stuart's guided meditation was composed by Nathan James Dearden and recorded by the BBC Singers exclusively for this episode.

Whether you're just starting to meditate or you're a seasoned meditator, this is the perfect podcast for you.