Therapy has never been more widely discussed - or more debated. But do we actually need it as much as we think? And when it comes to our feelings, are we receiving too much validation, or not nearly enough?

Today, we’re joined by Ailey Jolie, a chartered psychologist who specializes in the mind–body connection and trauma processing. Her work explores embodiment, self-compassion, and how to move beyond the stories we tell ourselves. Alongside her is Maya Raichoora, the UK’s leading expert on visualization and mental fitness. She has coached elite athletes and high-powered executives on resilience and peak performance, and her book Visualize reveals how to think, feel, and perform at the very top of your game.

Together, we ask whether therapy is always the answer, what true resilience looks like, and how self-compassion and visualization can help us live, feel, and perform more fully

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00:00 Finding the Right Therapist: Is It Like Dating?

00:32 Does Everyone Really Need Therapy?

02:12 Why We Avoid Therapy & Our Feelings

03:42 The Difference Between Mental Health and Mental Fitness

06:17 The Different Types of Therapy Explained

07:57 The Power of a Relational Therapist

10:02 Why You Need to Try Different Therapists

12:47 The Rise of AI Therapists: Is It a Good Thing?

15:07 Why AI Therapists Miss the Point of Therapy

18:37 Why You Shouldn't Rush Your Healing Journey

21:37 Emotional Intelligence and Modern Dating

23:27 Does Everyone Need a Therapist? A Controversial Opinion

25:17 First Step to Therapy: Listening to Yourself

28:47 Therapy Speak vs Real Healing

33:12 Why We Should Stop Labeling Emotions

34:37 How to Start Your Self-Development Journey

36:47 Start with One Small Habit to Build Confidence

39:22 The Problem with "Good Vibes Only"

42:57 Are Younger Generations Over-Therapized?

54:52 What is Somatic Therapy and How Does It Help?

More from today’s guests:

Maya’s book ‘Visualise: Think, Feel, Perform Like the Top 1%’ 

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Mindset is one of the biggest wellness buzzwords today. While some approach mindfulness with authenticity and care, others miss the mark, leaving many unsure how the practice really works.

We’ll explore the meaning of mindfulness, explain it in theory and practice, analyse the mindset coaching boom, and look at exercises and the science behind how changing your thoughts can change your life.

Emilie is joined by rugby hall of fame alum and One Living founder Jonny Wilkinson, and heart-led therapist and author of Manifest Your True Essence, Estelle Bingham.

Together they discuss the power of mindset and whether shifting how you think can truly change your experiences. Jonny and Estelle share insights on thought, the unconscious mind, and how to interpret what our minds are telling us.

Estelle explains manifestation, how it’s often misunderstood, and whether influencers selling courses risk undermining the practice. Jonny reflects on how his relationship with thought has evolved, and how rugby and coaching have been shaped by new habits and mindset shifts.

Finally, Estelle and Emilie explore tools like meditation and journaling to help uncover your true self, clarify what you want, and achieve it in meaningful ways.

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Timecodes:

0:00 The Dark Side of Manifestation

0:46 Understanding the Ancient Roots of Mindfulness

2:43 The Most Powerful Mindset Shift

5:40 Stop Trying To Force Enjoyment

9:13 Risks of Wellness on Social Media

13:51 The Danger of Toxic Positivity

17:33 How to Heal Yourself to Manifest

20:09 Simple Steps to Change Your Mindset

26:02 Stepping Out of Your Own Way

33:58 The Single Non-Negotiable for Wellness

Read more from The Independent:

• Jonny Wilkinson’s full length interview 
• Estelle Bingham’s full length interview 

More from our brilliant guests:

• Jonny’s One Living drinks
• Estelle Bingham
• Estelle’s book Manifest your True Essence 
• Jonny’s ‘I AM’ podcast 
• Estelle’s ‘Love, Purpose, Connection’ Podcast

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WELL ENOUGH is here to make sense of the wild world of health and wellness, answering the biggest questions and busting myths and misinformation wide open. 

How do I know if my gut is healthy? Should I freeze my eggs? What is manifestation? Do I really need therapy? And why is everyone telling me to just be grateful?

Join Fitness and Wellbeing Editor Emilie Lavinia and inspiring expert guests as we uncover the truth about mindfulness, the microbiome, fertility, relationships and more. 

Each episode will tackle a new subject with the help of household names and leaders in their fields, dispelling the nonsense you might have read on TikTok and giving you peace of mind.

Fascinated by the pursuit of wellness Emilie Lavinia is one of the UK’s leading health and wellbeing journalists. She’s tried every trend, treatment and life-altering practice, reported on it and lived to tell the tale. 

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