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The Wu Wei Wisdom Podcast is a weekly conversation about life challenges and life lessons, emotional and spiritual health issues, and tools to help you live in effortless flow - ‘wu wei’. The ancient Taoist principle of wu wei is little understood in the West, and we believe it’s the secret to health and happiness in modern life! Your hosts are David James Lees, an ordained Taoist monk, emotional and spiritual health teacher and consultant, and Alexandra Lees, a mindset and business coach. I ...
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This is part 2 in our 5-part teaching series about THE MOST VALUABLE LIFE LESSONS you must teach your Inner Child to help reparent, love and nurture them. You are the creator of your emotions, not the victim. This concept can be challenging for the Inner Child to accept, as it often sees itself as a victim of emotions. Teaching the Inner Child to m…
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This is part 1 in our new 5-part teaching series about THE MOST VALUABLE LIFE LESSONS you must teach your Inner Child to help reparent, love and nurture them. In this episode, we explore why the Inner Child part of your psyche often feels fearful and insecure. It's that inner voice that worries about what might happen or dwells on unhappy past even…
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Enjoy a calming meditation journey to help you release anger – with Taoist monk and teacher David James Lees. ⚠️ PLEASE DO NOT LISTEN TO THIS MEDITATION WHILST DRIVING OR OPERATING MACHINERY This meditation can be practised daily or whenever you need it. Learn more about our online consultations, events and shop: https://www.wuweiwisdom.com Other t…
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Anger, resentment and the desire for revenge are powerful emotions that can often lead to a cycle of negativity and distress, but you can overcome them! Understanding the roots of anger, resentment, and the need for revenge and retribution is essential for personal growth and healing. By recognizing that we are the creators of our emotions, we can …
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Inherited beliefs play a significant role in shaping our perceptions and decisions. These beliefs, often formed in childhood through observation and interaction with family, culture, and society, influence how we view ourselves and the world. Understanding their origin and impact can empower us to live more authentically. In this episode, we explor…
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Understand attention seeking: its causes, impacts, and solutions. For many, attention seeking begins with a constant need for approval and validation from others. Individuals often seek reassurance from peers, family, or authority figures, craving recognition and approval that they feel is missing from within. Such behavior can manifest in various …
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Discover the essence of your intuition and how to connect with this powerful inner guide. Intuition is often described as an inner knowing, a gut feeling, or a quiet voice within. It's that unspoken truth that everyone possesses, yet not everyone listens to it. This inner wisdom is what Taoists refer to as 'Shen', your spirituality. It's a calm, wi…
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Enjoy a deeply relaxing guided meditation to help you overcome anxiety – with Taoist monk and teacher David James Lees. ⚠️ PLEASE DO NOT LISTEN TO THIS MEDITATION WHILST DRIVING OR OPERATING MACHINERY This soothing and calming meditation will help you overcome anxiety and fear and understand the role your Inner Child plays in creating feelings of a…
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Discover how to overcome self-criticism and perfectionism and the anxiety they create. This is part four of our five-part series on managing anxiety using Wu Wei Wisdom techniques. Self-criticism and perfectionism are intertwined phenomena that create feelings of inadequacy and anxiety. Overcoming self-criticism and perfectionism requires patience,…
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Discover how to resolve past trauma and traumatic memories so you can heal from your past. This is part three of our five-part series on managing anxiety using Wu Wei Wisdom techniques. We explore anxiety caused by traumatic memories and how you can overcome this. Traumatic memories can be deeply impactful, but with the right approach, you can move…
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Learn the root cause of your anxiety from fear of the future and obsessing about worst-case scenarios and how to overcome this anxiety using Wu Wei Wisdom techniques. This is part two of our new five-part series on managing anxiety using Wu Wei Wisdom techniques. This episode unpacks fear of the future and obsessive anxiety, which is a common issue…
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Discover the root causes of your anxiety and how to overcome it using our Wu Wei Wisdom techniques. This is part one of our new five-part series on managing anxiety using Wu Wei Wisdom techniques. Living with anxiety can significantly impact your health, happiness, and potential. Through deep self-inquiry and Inner Child work, you can address the r…
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Enjoy a beautiful meditation journey with your Inner Child – led by Taoist monk and teacher David James Lees. ⚠️ PLEASE DO NOT LISTEN TO THIS MEDITATION WHILST DRIVING OR OPERATING MACHINERY This episode is the fifth and final part of our Inner Child Work Essentials series. WATCH Part 1: https://youtu.be/28-F9eGINf8 Part 2: https://youtu.be/vMr8QMA…
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Learn the fourth vital step in Inner Child work and Inner Child reparenting: nurturing exercises and activities that harness your Inner Child's energy and enthusiasm. This episode is part four of our five-part Inner Child Work Essentials series. Many clients do the hard work of building a relationship with their Inner Child but fail to change their…
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Learn the third vital step in Inner Child work and Inner Child reparenting: how to build trust through consistency and honesty with your Inner Child. This episode is part three of our five-part Inner Child Work Essentials series. Establishing trust with our Inner Child is essential because this part of our mind often believes it cannot trust anyone…
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Learn the second vital step in Inner Child work and Inner Child reparenting: how to speak to and teach your Inner Child. This episode is part two of our five-part Inner Child Work Essentials series. You’ll learn how to compassionately and truthfully respond to your Inner Child’s fears and cries for help. Discover the mindset, language, tone of voic…
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Learn the first important step in Inner Child work and Inner Child reparenting: how to connect with and actively listen to your Inner Child. This episode is part one of our five-part Inner Child Work Essentials series. You’ll learn how to recognise your Inner Child’s voice and messages, encourage your Inner Child to speak clearly and calmly, and ac…
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Enjoy a transformative meditation journey to overcome fear and emotional triggers – with Taoist monk and teacher, David James Lees. ⚠️ PLEASE DO NOT LISTEN TO THIS MEDITATION WHILST DRIVING OR OPERATING MACHINERY This soothing meditation will help you overcome anxiety, fear, and emotional triggers and understand the role your Inner Child plays in c…
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Learn how to manage your fear response and take control of your emotional triggers for a more authentic response to life challenges. Episode highlights: Defining emotional triggers and why you seek emotional protection Understanding the ‘A-B-C’ model of how your beliefs and thoughts create your emotional responses The origin of your emotional overw…
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Learn practical steps to break free from people pleasing and worrying about others' opinions. Episode highlights: Introduction - defining the problem of seeking validation and people-pleasing Why your Inner Child is hooked on the drug of wanting approval from other people The link between anxiety and self-doubt, and how to use the Golden Thread Pro…
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Discover how to connect with your authentic spiritual self and live a life of deeper purpose and fulfilment. Episode highlights: What is the authentic spiritual self? Why your spiritual self can not be damaged or lost Signs and symptoms that you’ve disconnected from your authentic spiritual self Why you are a spiritual being having a human experien…
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Intrusive thoughts are unwanted and often distressing thoughts that can lead to a spiral of negative thinking, self-doubt, and overthinking, affecting your emotional well-being. In this episode, we discuss how to manage these thoughts and maintain a healthy mind. Highlights include: Understanding and overcoming intrusive thoughts, self-doubt, and o…
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Reclaim the art of peaceful, rejuvenating sleep by nurturing the bond with your Inner Child – with Taoist monk and teacher, David James Lees. ⚠️ PLEASE DO NOT LISTEN TO THIS MEDITATION WHILST DRIVING OR OPERATING MACHINERY Embark on a transformative meditation journey that will help you shift your perspective on sleep. Rather than simply viewing sl…
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Sleep is a fundamental human need, yet for many, it can be an elusive and frustrating experience. Insomnia, anxiety, and restless nights can profoundly impact our overall well-being, affecting our mood, productivity, and quality of life. In this episode, we explore the emotional roots of sleep disruption and uncover practical strategies to cultivat…
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In this episode, we explore the vital concept of personal accountability and how it can help you cultivate a stronger mindset and break free from a victim mentality. Discover practical strategies to boost your self-belief, authenticity, and emotional well-being. Embrace the Wu Wei Wisdom and take charge of your responses to life challenges to exper…
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