If you are someone who has spent years working on yourself, reading numerous books, always got a course on the go, trying all the techniques, there can be a subtle thought running underneath all of it. Something like: there is something wrong with me that I need to fix. It kind of makes sense. You have tried so many things and none of them have quite stuck, so the mind decides the problem must be you. Something deeper, harder to reach, something that makes you the exception.

How to Trust Your Intuition video by Lindsey Elliott If you’ve started to see the voice in your head for what it is — a conditioned, critical pattern, not the truth about you — there’s a question that almost always follows. And until it’s answered, the rest doesn’t fully make sense. The question is this: if I’m not meant to listen to that voice, if I’m meant to take my hands off the wheel, then who on earth is driving? It’s a fair question. Because that voice — I call her Sue

Video by Lindsey Elliott Coaching Why You Edit Yourself There’s a particular tiredness that comes from managing how you’re seen. You soften an opinion so you don’t offend someone. You reread a message four times, checking it doesn’t come across wrong. You laugh at something you didn’t find funny. You say “it’s fine” when it isn’t. You leave a perfectly good conversation and immediately wonder what they really thought of you. From the outside you look confident and capable. Pe

The mechanical reason your mind loops — and how to interrupt it without a complex technique. You speak up in a meeting, share your perspective, and the meeting ends. Outwardly you move on. But internally, the mental review begins, and for the next twelve hours your mind replays the conversation on a loop. Why did I say it like that? Did I sound silly? What did they think when I paused? Or maybe it’s a decision. A boundary to set, a holiday to book, a change in your business.

Video by lindsey Elliott about the voice in your head. You have a good life. You’re clever and capable, and you’re the one other people lean on. From the outside you look calm and grounded, the person who has it all together. And yet, on the inside, your mind never quite switches off. Most people in your life would be surprised to know how much time you spend in your own head. They see the competent version. What they don’t see is the fortune of energy you spend managing the

Video Lindsey Elliott title You Already Know We talk about delay as if it’s harmless. As if waiting is the sensible, measured, responsible thing to do. We tell ourselves “I’ll get to it,” or “I just need a bit more time,” or “when things settle down.” And it sounds reasonable. It sounds like a woman being thoughtful. But delay is not a pause. It’s a direction. Every month spent going around the same thoughts, you’re not standing still. You’re moving further into a version of

Video: What If Your Brain Isn’t Broken? Understanding Anxiety and the Human Mind Many people who struggle with anxiety quietly believe there is something wrong with them. They think they are too sensitive. Too reactive. Too quick to panic. But what if your brain is not broken at all? What if it is simply running an older survival system that once helped humans stay alive? Thousands of years ago, the people who noticed danger first were the ones who kept the tribe safe. That s

Video: Why Your Mind Keeps Sending You Anxious Thoughts Most people know how social media algorithms work. Click on one video about anxiety, and suddenly your entire feed is full of them. Your mind is not that different. The more attention you give anxious thoughts, the more your mind assumes they are important. It keeps sending more of them your way. No wonder it can start to feel endless. But what most people have never been told is this: You do not have to engage with ever

Some problems in life are real and practical — things like finding a new job, ending a relationship, or saving money for a holiday. You’ll know when those are solved because there’s a clear outcome. But many of the things we call “problems” aren’t actually problems at all — they’re thoughts about ourselves, our worth, or what other people think. And those can’t be fixed by more thinking, because they only exist in thought. In this short video, I share two simple questions tha

We’re often told that the way to solve a problem is to think about it — harder, longer, and deeper. But what if that’s actually the thing keeping you stuck? In this short video, I share a simple metaphor that might completely change the way you see overthinking, and help you find clarity when your mind feels full and noisy. 🎥 Watch now to see why thinking less can bring the answers you’ve been looking for. Please sign up to my mailing list to receive new videos as they are

Video You Are Not Broken Somewhere along the way, many of us picked up the idea that we’re not enough. That we need fixing. That our worth is something to earn or prove. We live in a world obsessed with self-improvement—but what if the constant need to fix yourself is the problem? In this short, powerful video, I use a simple example—my dog Ash—to remind us of what we’ve forgotten: your worth isn’t based on how you feel, what you’ve been through, or how well you’re doing at

There was a time in my life when I believed it was my job to manage my emotions. To make sure I only felt the good ones. To avoid or fix the uncomfortable ones. To stay on top of every shift in mood, always analysing and adjusting. It was exhausting and it didn't work. The turning point came when I stopped trying to control my emotional state—and just observed it instead. What I noticed changed everything. My emotions were already flowing on their own. I didn’t need to man

Have you ever felt completely consumed by worry or anxiety about something that hasn’t even happened yet? Your mind racing, trying to figure it out, plan it out, solve it ahead of time? If so, here are two powerful questions you can ask yourself: Is this happening now? Often, our anxious thoughts are about something in the future—a flight, a job interview, a conversation, an event. But when we stop and ask, Is this actually happening right now? , we create space between ours

Always running late? Stressed before the day even starts? It might feel like the problem is your schedule—or your life—but it’s not. What’s really driving the rush and overwhelm is something much deeper (and far more solvable). In this video, I break down what’s actually happening when you feel frantic, behind, or like you can’t keep up. It’s not about time. It’s about a state of mind that makes everything feel urgent—even when it’s not. This insight can change how you exper

Welcome to a fresh take on the New Year, New You concept. Unlike typical resolutions, this video challenges the myths around self-improvement at the year's end 🎉 As the year comes to a close, many of us start reflecting on the past year and planning for the next. Society and media bombard us with messages that we need to change and improve ourselves, and reach certain standards. But is that really necessary? 🤔 In this video, I'll help you see through the myths and pressures

In this video, I explore the heart of why we often resist feeling the full spectrum of our emotions, even the positive ones like love and joy. It's time to uncover the truth about emotions and release the fear that holds us back. Key Points Covered: Understanding Our Fear: Discover why we tend to avoid certain emotions and how this fear limits our emotional experience. Myths About Emotions: Learn about the common misconceptions that make us believe emotions are unsafe or

Ask yourself this powerful question if you are caught up in #stress or #anxiety. Like this video? Please like and subscribe to my YouTube channel . Please sign up to my mailing list to receive new videos as they are released, exclusive offers AND my free e-book ‘Navigating Change: 3 Keys For Success’. If you are ready for freedom from stress, anxiety and overwhelm, work with me 1:1 in my Change Catalyst Coaching programme to help you finally get there.

In this video, I dive into the thought that is causing all of your suffering: This shouldn't be happening. This simple yet powerful belief can manifest in many forms, such as ‘Why me?’ or ‘This isn't fair’, creating a cycle of resistance and pain. I explore how life's events are simply happening and our mind constantly narrates about them. But what if the real issue isn't the thought itself, but our belief in it? I share personal insights and examples, to illustrate how letti

In this video we're diving into a topic that affects many of us: Job security and performance. Have you ever felt insecure about your job title, performance, or salary? You're not alone! In this video, we explore how attaching our sense of worth to external factors like job performance can lead to insecurity. Key Takeaways: - Insecure Thinking: Discover how our thoughts and feelings about job security can change and why this leads to insecurity. - Internal Security: Learn wh

In this episode, we dive into a crucial topic: Relationships at Work. Whether you’re dealing with difficult colleagues or navigating office dynamics, this discussion is packed with insights to help you thrive in your workplace relationships. What we covered: - Understanding Our True Nature: Learn how your feelings come from within and how recognizing this can transform your interactions. - Temporary Thoughts: Discover how giving space to your thoughts can create clarity and r