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This episode was recorded at midnight.

Unable to sleep, with a racing mind, tense body, and a wave of anger rising, James chose not to ignore what he was feeling. Instead, he picked up the microphone and turned a moment of frustration into a moment of reflection.

In this raw and honest solo episode, James explores what happens when life throws setbacks your way — slipping habits, unexpected problems, and the feeling of being overwhelmed by too much at once. He shares how he caught himself spiralling and made a conscious choice to respond differently rather than fall back into old patterns.

This conversation is about the power of the next step. Not fixing everything at once. Not judging yourself for setbacks. But choosing one small, healthier action in the moment — whether that’s pausing, breathing, listening to your body, or creating space for clarity.

James also talks about the importance of prioritising focus, giving emotions a voice instead of pushing them away, learning to truly relax, and becoming your own observer so you can notice when you’re heading off track.

If you’ve been feeling stuck, frustrated, or overwhelmed, this episode is a reminder that growth doesn’t come from perfection — it comes from awareness and choice.

You always have a next step.

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In this rich and honest conversation, I sit down with Maryanne Katsidis to explore what it really means to lead from the inside out. We go beyond the usual leadership talk and dive into the inner architecture that shapes how leaders think, decide, and hold pressure — especially under sustained complexity.

Maryanne shares how true recalibration doesn’t start with systems or strategies, but with stabilising what’s happening internally — emotionally, energetically, and somatically. We talk about identity shifts, joy suppression, the sacred role of anger, and how deeper connection to self creates steadier leadership.

We also explore Maryanne’s near-death experience, her initiation into Dragon energy, and how fire, creativity, and embodiment have shaped her life and work. This episode is a powerful invitation to reimagine leadership as a path of truth, presence, and inner alignment — not performance.

Whether you’re a CEO, coach, or simply someone walking the path of deeper self-awareness, this one will meet you where you are.

About MaryAnne Katsidis:

Maryanne Katsidis is an Executive Advisor and Energetic Leadership Strategist who works privately with CEOs and senior leaders navigating sustained pressure, fatigue, and cultural instability. Her work focuses on diagnosing and resolving the internal pressure and regulatory patterns that shape how leaders think, decide, and lead and how culture responds as a result.

With more than 30 years across leadership, education, and cultural development, Maryanne operates at the level most leaders never receive support, the energetic architecture beneath behaviour, emotion, and strategy. Her work stabilises leadership presence at the source, allowing trust, decision-making, and culture to recalibrate organically.

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In this powerful and soul-nourishing episode, James is joined by Fredah — educator, speaker, and creator of the Spiral Framework — for a deep, expansive conversation on self-leadership, conscious living, and reclaiming your power. Together, they explore what it really means to live your own life fully and intentionally, rather than handing your power to others or staying stuck in fear of the unknown.

Fredah shares her incredible personal journey — from growing up in post-colonial Kenya, to becoming a teacher, consultant, and global thought leader — highlighting how self-awareness, curiosity, and courage shaped her path. She introduces the concept of living life as a spiral, not a straight line, and explains how we grow through cycles of experience, reflection, and deeper wisdom.

James and Fredah also unpack key topics like resilient boundaries, intuitive decision-making, embracing change, connecting through energy, and the importance of learning how to be with yourself — not just do more.

This is an episode for anyone feeling stuck, in transition, or ready to live with more depth, presence, and authenticity. It's not just a conversation — it's a gentle invitation back to your truest self.

About Fredah:

Fredah Mainah, PhD, is a self-leadership coach, systems thinker, and founder of Rainbow-Ono Sanctuary, and SPIRAL With Fredah LLC. Dr Fredah is a thought leader examining the intersection of human coherence, technology, and modern leadership. 

Her work centers on helping individuals and institutions move from fragmentation to alignment in an increasingly complex world. On a broader level,  Dr Fredah focuses on human coherence, conscious leadership, and how individuals and societies can remain aligned in times of rapid technological and cultural change.

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In this powerful episode of Man: A Quest to Find Meaning, James sits down with anxiety specialist and hypnotherapist Caroline Cavanagh for a deeply insightful conversation all about anxiety, fear, excitement, and personal power. Together, they explore anxiety as a natural survival mechanism — not something to fear or avoid, but something we can learn to lead, listen to, and reframe.

Caroline shares how anxiety is often misunderstood and mislabeled, when in fact it’s closely tied to growth, risk, and stepping outside your comfort zone. You’ll learn practical tools like the “what if” reframe, how to shift from head to heart, and why judgment — both from others and ourselves — plays such a big role in anxiety.

They also dive into inner child healing, self-leadership, body awareness, mindfulness, and why accountability and intention are key to lasting change. Whether you’re dealing with social anxiety, fear of failure, or just feeling stuck, this episode is packed with down-to-earth wisdom and easy-to-implement techniques to help you reconnect with yourself and move forward with courage.

About Caroline:

What if anxiety wasn’t your enemy but an untapped source of personal power?

Imagine transforming this misunderstood force into a catalyst for growth and achievement.    This is Caroline’s unique gift.  She helps people decode anxiety’s hidden messages, turning what many see as a burden into a powerful tool for enhancing mental resilience and channeling it into supporting peak performance.  Through her guidance, individuals discover how understanding and directing anxiety can unlock their full potential, not just for themselves, but for everyone around them. 

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In this episode, James dives deep into the concept of trust — not just as a word or belief, but as a frequency we can embody. Sharing insights from a recent session with his coach, he reflects on how many of us say we "trust ourselves" or "trust the universe," yet don’t truly feel it in our bodies. Through powerful self-enquiry, James explores how trust — like confidence, connection, and accountability — is less about mental understanding and more about energetic alignment.

He introduces the idea of a “Trust List” — a simple yet impactful tool to build inner trust by tracking moments where you followed your intuition, took a brave step, or received evidence that things are working out. James also guides listeners through a body-based practice for connecting with trust and expanding it through the nervous system.

The episode wraps with an introduction to his upcoming Dragon Energy Retreat, where participants will explore embodiment, authenticity, and self-healing through movement, creativity, and ceremony.

This episode is for anyone on a journey of self-awareness, who’s ready to stop forcing trust and start feeling it from the inside out.

🎧 A grounded, heart-led episode for deep thinkers and soulful seekers.

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In this powerful and deeply insightful episode, I sit down with Ed Barry to explore Buddhist meditation, authentic relating, and the journey of self-awareness.

We dive into the ancient Nine Stages of Meditation, also known as The Elephant Path — a Buddhist roadmap for cultivating concentration, presence, and attentional control. Ed shares how these teachings, combined with Western integral psychology, can transform the way we relate to ourselves, others, and the world.

We also explore how stored emotions live in the body, the power of somatic awareness, and how trust — especially self-trust — is something we can rebuild through conscious practices. From calming the mind and tuning into the body, to navigating generational trauma and reclaiming our power, this conversation offers both depth and practicality.

Whether you're on a spiritual path or simply seeking more presence and connection in your life, this episode is filled with embodied wisdom and grounded insights.

About Ed:

With 16 years in elite rugby as an osteopath and injury rehabilitation specialist — from Harlequins to supporting Georgia at three Rugby World Cups and consulting for Brazil at the Women’s RWC 2025 — I bring a deep knowledge of human performance and health. My studies in coaching, breath-work, holistic health, and Indo-Tibetan contemplative psychology shape a unique approach to helping clients move beyond injury, reconnect with themselves, and align with their true potential.

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In this episode of Man: A Quest to Find Meaning, I sit down with speaker and mental health advocate Lawrence Harris to explore how our beliefs shape our reality. 

We dive into the power of subconscious programming, emotional patterns, and radical self-responsibility. From childhood wounds to financial blocks, we unpack how taking ownership of your environment, mindset, and emotions can shift your life trajectory. 

Lawrence shares his powerful personal story and practical tools for inner transformation. If you’re ready to move beyond surface change and embrace deep self-awareness, this conversation will challenge and inspire you. 

About Lawrence:

Lawrence C. Harris is a Youth Empowerment Speaker and Author, whose mission is to help teens and young adults rewrite their self-image, overcome fear, and unlock their potential. His journey from self-doubt to self-belief fuels the message he now shares on stages nationwide.

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In this deeply honest and powerful episode, James sits down with Gurps to explore what it really means to navigate burnout and grow through pain. From a childhood marked by civil war and personal tragedy to a high-performing career in finance and fitness, Gurps shares how discomfort became his greatest teacher.

Together, they unpack the mindset and practical tools needed to move through burnout, overwhelm, and life's unexpected breakdowns — including Gurps own 4D framework: Decide, Define, Do, Done. They also discuss the role of sleep, structure, and surrender, and how choosing gratitude and inspired action can shift everything.

About Gurps:

Born in India during a time of civil unrest and terrorism, Gurps' formative years were shaped by unimaginable adversity. At just five years old, he witnessed the suicide of his mother, a trauma that forged in him an unshakable inner resilience. Those early experiences didn't break him, they became the fuel for a life defined by discipline, determination, and the pursuit of excellence.

Today, Gurps is a global leader in AI, Cybersecurity, Digital Transformation and high-stakes Change Management. With over 15 years of experience spanning AI, Cybersecurity, IT, Banking, and even Construction, he specialises in leading complex, high-impact projects in some of the world's most demanding environments. His approach blends strategic vision with hands-on execution, helping organisations navigate digital risk, compliance and organisational transformation with clarity and confidence. But Gurps' drive doesn't stop in the boardroom. After 8 years of intense training, he went on to compete in the Miami Pro World Championships of Fitness Modelling, proving that discipline, focus, and elite performance are not just professional ideals, but personal standards he lives by. For Gurps, excellence is a lifestyle, whether it's in the gym, on stage, or leading global cybersecurity programmes.

A compelling keynote speaker, Gurps is known for combining technical authority with deeply human storytelling. His keynotes connect with audiences across industries, from CISOs to CEOs, offering powerful lessons in leadership, resilience, and transformation. In every talk, he brings a message that's as inspiring as it is practical: no matter the adversity, greatness is always within reach.

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 In this powerful solo episode, we dive deep into the real meaning of self-trust — and why so many of us think we trust ourselves, when in truth, we’re quietly living in doubt, procrastination, and overwhelm. I share my personal journey of recognising how often I stepped out of my power, tried to prove my worth, or placed others on pedestals — and what it really takes to come back to yourself.
 

You’ll learn how to identify when you're in your power versus out of it, how your body holds the key to trust, and how to build integrity with yourself through small, consistent actions. If you've ever struggled to follow through, trust your decisions, or feel grounded in your worth — this episode is your invitation to return.
 

This is radical trust. This is self-leadership.

 Let’s rebuild it from the inside out.