The Thriving Coaches Podcast

This week, I'm sharing a reflection on a topic that's fascinated me for a long time: vision, purpose, and the question of goals.

Once we come into contact with the principles understanding, many of us discover that happiness isn't tied to achieving goals, and this realization can be incredibly freeing.

But sometimes, we risk throwing the baby out with the bathwater, thinking that if life doesn't need to look a certain way for us to be okay, then goals don't matter at all.

It turns out that (as with most things) there are subtleties at play here. In this session, I explore:

• Why your dreams, heart's desires, and creative impulses are a vital expression of life itself.

• How honoring your purpose and collaborating with life can lead to clarity and direction in surprising ways.

• A recent breakthrough my team and I had when we reconnected with the wisdom and intelligence within us—and how it's shaping our work.

It turns out that when it comes to the goals that are deeply aligned with who you most truly are and what you're most inspired to create, there's a perspective that can be profoundly helpful. That's what we explore here:

I hope it sparks fresh insights into how you approach your own vision, purpose, and goals.

Tons of love,

Jamie

A while ago, I was asked a bold question: "How do you know that people have innate health and wellbeing? How do you know this is true?"

It's a question I've spent years exploring, and here's the thing: There are no sacred cows in this understanding. If you're familiar with my work, you'll know I often reference the principles behind clarity.

These principles don't require belief or blind faith—if they're "true" then they should be there to be seen, so they're fair game to be tested, questioned, and explored deeply.

This week's podcast episode is all about that. It's an extract from a call in one of my advanced programs, where we explore:

• The two ways I've come to know these principles are true—through personal insight and universal application.

• A powerful story that illustrates how realization can instantly align us with reality.

• Why the principles of clarity, wellbeing, and resilience aren't just ideas—they're foundational truths that hold up to scrutiny.

I hope this extract inspires you to test these principles for yourself - and see what emerges.

Tons of love,

Jamie

You've probably heard me say this before: the two most important things a person can realize are:

1. How your experience is created
2. Who you really are

During a recent event, "Get Unstuck and On-Track," I shared how these insights apply directly to breaking free from feeling stuck and moving forward with clarity.

• Why misunderstandings about where your experience comes from keep you stuck.
• How reconnecting to who you really are can bring the clarity, freedom, and ease to get back on track.
• A simple yet powerful formula for unsticking yourself (it's easier than you might think).

If you've ever felt like something is holding you back - whether it's in your work, relationships, or life - this episode will give you a fresh perspective that can make all the difference.

Tons of love,

Jamie

PS - Thanks to Roberto Talarico for organizing this online event!

I hope the new year is off to a wonderful start for you.

This week, I'm sharing a coaching demo where Roberto opens up about a challenge many of us face: feeling disconnected in relationships and life.

In this session, we explored:

• Why the experience of connection comes and goes
• What you can rely on that's deeper and *always* present
• How resisting the feeling of disconnection can actually give it power
• The surprising insight that shifted Roberto's perspective—and might shift yours, too

If you've ever felt "out of connection" and judged yourself for it, this clip is a powerful reminder that both connection and disconnection are valuable signals.

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This week, I'm sharing a powerful coaching demo from one of my group sessions that explores a challenge so many of us face: bringing our work into the world.

In this clip, Tracey—a coach and author—shares her struggle with launching her book.

Despite having written it, she feels stuck, held back by doubts like "Does the world need another book?" and fears about what might happen once it's out there.

What unfolded during our conversation reveals something essential for anyone wanting to share their gifts with the world:

• The connection between our fears and the very gifts we're called to share.
• What to align with so you can unlock the energy to move forward.

I also share one of my favorite poems that captures the essence of why your work matters.

If you've ever hesitated to put yourself out there, I think you'll find this episode relatable—and inspiring.

I hope this demo reminds you that the world does need your gifts - and you have everything you need to share them.

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A few weeks ago, I asked a group of coaches what they most wanted to improve in their practice. The top answer? Getting better at enrolling clients.

That's why this week, I'm sharing a short extract from my ClarityPro programme, where we dive into what I call Deep Enrollment.

Deep Enrollment isn't just about 'signing people up'—it's about connecting with something else entirely… An 'X-factor' that's deeply authentic, profound and highly motivating.

Because let's face it; if someone's going to invest their time, their money and their energy in working with you at a deep level, it's got to be for something that really matters to them.

And here's the most surprising aspect of it: you need to eat your own cooking first. Before you can 'deeply enroll' your client, you need to deeply enroll yourself!

In this episode, I share:

• The 'X-factor' that's essential for enrolling clients at a deep level
• A personal story of how I hit a wall when trying to teach this concept—and the realization that got me unstuck.
• Simple yet profound questions to help you uncover what truly matters.
• How aligning with your own heartfelt desires can transform the way you connect with clients.

Enjoy the episode!

Tons of love, Jamie

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In today's episode, I'm sharing a simple but profound coaching demo from a recent workshop.

During this session, you'll hear Morag, a coach, open up about a "marketing problem."

She'd been struggling to connect with a key organization, feeling stuck on how to communicate the value of her work in a way that truly landed with them.

Together, we explored what I know to be the two essential things you have to have before a client will decide to enroll with you.

By the end of the session, Morag had a powerful realization - one that could shift your perspective on how to engage potential clients, too.

I won't spoil the surprise here, but I'm confident you'll find plenty of value in listening to the coaching session.

What I love about this demo is how relatable it is. Whether you're just starting out or have years of experience, we've all faced moments where we've felt stuck or unsure of how to approach or connect with the people we'd love to work with.

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When the event hosts asked me to deliver the final keynote speech at this year's Viva Event, I asked them what gift they'd love the participants to walk away from the conference with.

Their answer inspired the title of my talk: Troubleshooting Enlightenment - How to Keep the Feeling Alive When You're Back in the Real World.

During the talk, I shared:

• What gets in the way of that feeling staying with you,
• How to 'reconnect' to the principles, even in the midst of life's challenges,
• Practical insights to help you keep showing up with clarity and ease, and
• Insights for those looking to share the 3Ps professionally.

So I invite you to ask *yourself* this question if you've ever wondered where the feeling goes:

Q: How do you keep 'the beautiful feeling' alive when you're back in the real world?

This is exactly what today's episode is all about, featuring the full recording of my keynote.

When I listened to the recording myself, I picked up on the Viva vibe of fun and playfulness throughout the episode.

As well as being really enjoyable (if I say so myself) I heard from multiple people that they came away from the session with a quiet mind and new, fresh insights on the principles and what they make possible.

There's something else you'll find relevant if you're a coach or therapist:

During the talk, I asked who had asked themselves these questions:

Why doesn't everyone know this?

That's the question I hear most often from people when they first catch a glimpse of the principles, followed by...

How can I get this out there?

It was almost everyone in the audience (around 200 people).

So, during my talk, I shared some of the distinctions and 'mindsets' that can make you unusually good at having a transformational impact with this understanding and experiencing more of the feeling in your own life.

Because as Sydney Banks said:

"The more you help others, the more you help yourself. Believe me, that's really true. The more you help others, the better the feeling you will get."

Delivering this speech made me realize how much more we can do to bring these insights into practical, transformative action for ourselves and the world.

My team and I are already moving in this direction—more to come soon.

In today's brief (7 min) podcast, we'll dive into an intriguing question from one of my advanced programs—and into an answer that I believe reveals the #1 skill for creating deep, transformational impact.

Together, we'll explore:

• The True Self: How do you explain to someone who they truly are?
• Beyond Words: Why words often fall short (and what to do instead)
• The Art of Connection: The importance of becoming a connoisseur of connection
• Fractionation: A fancy word for how Syd Banks used to ease people into the experience of their deeper selves

Q: Are you a coach, thought leader, or change-worker looking to boost confidence, enroll clients with more ease and have a bigger impact?

After 26+ years of research and training thousands of changeworkers, I believe this is your biggest (and perhaps counterintuitive) leverage point.

Enjoy the episode!

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Q: Want to really support others, the world, and yourself through the US election aftermath? With the US election results fresh on everyone's minds, there's been a palpable wave of emotions echoing across social media and personal conversations—some are celebrating, while others feel deeply unsettled.

Even many folks outside the USA are feeling it, with some conversations turning to confusion, disbelief, and fear.

In today's rapid-fire 7-minute podcast episode, we dive into how to navigate emotionally charged situations—whether you're struggling yourself or supporting someone who is.

And even if you're feeling great, there's an opportunity here to embrace empathy and understanding.

Here's a taste of what we'll cover:

• How media keeps us hooked by amplifying fear and uncertainty.
• Emotional reactions like shock, disbelief, grief, fear, and anger—and how they might be showing up.
• How seeing "separate realities" in this aftermath can help you deepen your understanding of how our human experience works.
• How the power of deep listening helps us truly understand someone's world, even if profoundly different from our own.
• And why there's a huge opportunity for connection here...

... because when we listen for each other's wisdom, we discover common ground—and that's where real personal and societal transformation begins.

This episode is a recording from one of my advanced programs, where I answered a powerful question from a Clarity Coach. The insights felt especially relevant right now, so I decided to share them with you right away.

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