Emotions: Unlocked - Dive into the purpose and meaning of your emotions - they are your friends!

Jemima Blazdell and Emma Starling

In this engaging podcast, you will learn what emotions are, why you have them and how they benefit you.

You will hear demos of Emma and Jemima using various techniques to clear and resolve different feelings.

This podcast is an absolute life-changer and relaxed, easy listen. You will be hooked!

Jemima Blazdell has been a therapist since 2010, starting out as an EFT practitioner and is passionate about working with people to find their calm and happiness.

She set up the Stress Free Life Academy to help people learn the techniques that changed her life and in 2022 she published her first book '100 Stress Free Days.'

You can reach out to Emma or Jemima by clicking the links below or emailing:

Emma - hello@innersmileeft.com

Jemima - jemima@stressfreelifeacademy.com

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Episodes

Emotions: Unlocked - Episode Twelve - Resentment
Jan 12 2024
Emotions: Unlocked - Episode Twelve - Resentment
Resentment: Understanding, Managing and Finding ResolutionThis podcast  deals with resentment. Emma and Jemima share their personal experiences and the strategies they use to cope. The conversations highlight the value of self-awareness in recognising and managing resentment, emphasizing the need for 'internal work'. They talk about situations that trigger resentment and contrast it with other emotions like anger and frustration. A significant portion of the discussion centres around finding resolution, maintaining personal boundaries, and the importance of having conversations around these issues. Strategies for managing resentment, such as practicing forgiveness and tapping into positive emotions, are also discussed.00:02 Introduction and Casual Conversation00:22 Understanding Resentment00:42 Resentment and Daily Life01:52 Resentment and Boundaries02:24 Resentment and Human Design02:52 Resentment and Childhood03:39 Resentment and World Perception04:06 Resentment and External Factors04:34 Resentment and Self-Reflection05:29 Resentment and Relationships06:02 Resentment and Patterns06:38 Resentment and Physical Sensations07:30 Resentment and Emotional Release13:03 Resentment and Behavior14:57 Resentment and Emotional Healing21:36 Understanding the Power of Peaceful Communication22:07 The Impact of Resentment and Anger22:33 The Importance of Expressing Feelings22:53 Exploring the Fear of Hurting Others23:25 The Consequences of Unresolved Feelings24:40 Understanding the Dynamics of Relationships24:53 The Concept of Resolution vs Compromise25:30 Exploring Personal Resentment29:39 The Power of Open Communication31:45 The Importance of Setting Boundaries31:57 Reflecting on Personal Growth and Learning32:53 The Power of Resolution39:30 Understanding the Impact of Grief on Resentment42:20 Achieving Resolution and Understanding43:29 Wrapping Up and Next StepsSupport the Show.
Emotions: Unlocked - Episode Eleven - Anger
Jan 5 2024
Emotions: Unlocked - Episode Eleven - Anger
Understanding and Managing Anger Through Energy WorkIn this podcast episode, Emma and Jemima explore the topic of anger, how it shows up in the body  and how to handle it through a specific energy work known as 'tapping'. Over the course of their conversation, they emphasise the importance of observing and understanding both the physiological and emotional changes associated with anger. They talk about how anger is an energy that needs to be channeled correctly, providing a quick stress-relief technique that involves tapping on the collarbone while breathing deeply. Jemima shares her personal experiences with anger and how using these techniques helped to calm and relax her.  It's a great process to release anger without going in to the details.00:02 Introduction00:10 Discussing Synchronicity and Free Flow01:12 Exploring the Topic of Anger01:37 Understanding Anger in the Body02:15 The Purpose of Anger02:50 The Impact of Anger04:36 The Physical Manifestation of Anger05:45 Dealing with Anger in a Physical Sense06:41 The Energy of Anger07:15 The Upwardly Rising Energy of Anger07:43 The Duality of Anger08:42 The Role of Anger in Communication09:06 The Physical Impact of Suppressed Anger10:33 The Consequences of Unexpressed Anger13:52 The Exercise to Deal with Anger18:22 The Intensity of Anger23:41 The Destructive Nature of Anger24:42 Exploring Anger and Its Expression25:16 Understanding the Root of Anger29:37 Connecting with the Inner Child32:19 Healing Through Compassion and Understanding33:22 The Power of Energetics and Emotional Release37:17 Reflecting on the Healing Journey38:27 The Aftermath: Feeling Battle Weary38:30 Using Color for Healing and Transformation43:14 Reconnecting with the Self46:47 Wrapping Up: The Power of Tapping and Emotional ReleaseSupport the Show.
Emotions: Unlocked - Episode Nine - Phobias
Dec 22 2023
Emotions: Unlocked - Episode Nine - Phobias
Overcoming Phobias with EFT: A Deep Dive into Spider Phobias and MoreEmma and Jemima dive into the topic of overcoming phobias. Initially discussing what phobias are and their impact, they specifically highlight arachnophobia, or fear of spiders. Emma, one of the speakers, shares her personal experiences with two phobias — dentists and spiders, further discussing the physical and emotional reactions she experiences. The discussion extends to EFT, or Emotional Freedom Techniques, which can help with phobias. Jemima guides Emma through an EFT session targeting her spider phobia. Through this process, they uncover that the phobia masquerades an underlying fear of loss of control. Examining a past childhood incident tied to the spider phobia, they successfully diffuse it, demonstrating how re-contextualizing past experiences can change emotional responses. Emma concludes by feeling more control and less panic when thinking about spiders, suggesting broader applications of EFT.00:02 Introduction and Greetings00:16 Discussion on Phobias01:50 Personal Experiences with Phobias02:54 Deep Dive into Spider Phobia08:43 Tapping Technique to Address Phobias11:17 Linking Phobias with Control Issues15:46 Revisiting the Spider Phobia16:16 Childhood Memory Related to Spider Phobia17:35 Imagining the Event18:09 Identifying the Emotional Spike18:55 Tapping Through the Points19:23 Understanding the Fear20:39 Reliving the Memory21:39 Addressing the Feeling of Being Trapped22:46 Releasing the Fear23:34 Reflecting on the Experience23:52 Revisiting the Event24:15 Uncovering the Underlying Decision24:31 Understanding the Impact of the Event25:35 Reframing the Experience27:11 Checking the Reaction to Spiders29:55 Reflecting on the Healing Process30:18 Wrapping Up the SessionSupport the Show.
Emotions: Unlocked - Episode Eight - Disappointment
Dec 15 2023
Emotions: Unlocked - Episode Eight - Disappointment
Navigating Disappointment: An Emotional Freedom Technique SessionIn this insightful discussion and Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) session, the podcast hosts, Emma and Jemima, unpack the heavy emotion of disappointment, delving into its impact on our everyday lives. They highlight how disappointment is often an outcome of unmet expectations and linked to self-perception. The conversation extends to the connections between disappointment, financial status, and fears regarding loss. They also guide listeners through an EFT session addressing these issues. By tapping into the mind-body connection, they show how to shift emotions, potentially transforming looming disappointment into anticipation and excitement.00:02 Introduction and Casual Conversation00:24 Introducing the Topic: Disappointment00:50 Understanding Disappointment and its Impact02:01 Disappointment and Expectations02:09 Disappointment and Society's Standards04:40 Disappointment and Self-Perception06:56 Disappointment and its Physical Manifestations12:51 Disappointment and Money16:10 Tapping Therapy for Disappointment17:56 Identifying the Intensity of Emotions18:32 Introduction to the Fill in the Blanks Method18:55 Starting the Tapping Exercise21:04 Understanding the Emotional Impact24:53 Continuing the Tapping Exercise26:18 Uncovering the Fear of Success27:14 Transforming Fear into Excitement28:08 Wrapping Up the Tapping Session28:47 Understanding the Emotional Guidance Scale32:22 Final Thoughts and ReflectionsSupport the Show.
Emotions: Unlocked - Episode Seven - Guilt
Dec 8 2023
Emotions: Unlocked - Episode Seven - Guilt
Unearthing Ancestral Emotional Patterns: From Guilt to LiberationThis episode centres around guilt in various contexts.The discussion takes a deep dive into the intricacies of guilt as an emotion, its manifestations, and the intriguing dynamics between guilt, being left out and judgment. We demonstrate a transformative session where we look back over the past, to understand the ancestral emotional patterns and the long-term impact on the current personal lives. Through energy healing techniques, they explore ways to confront and clear these feelings, leading to a profound shift from guilt to liberation.00:01 Introduction and Greetings00:15 Understanding Guilt and Its Impact01:07 Exploring Guilt in Everyday Scenarios01:27 The Negative Effects of Guilt01:48 Guilt in Parenting and Relationships02:05 Guilt and Pleasure: A Societal Perspective02:21 Guilt and Productivity: A Professional Perspective02:47 The Role of Guilt in Happiness and Healing03:04 Physical Manifestations of Guilt03:41 Personal Experiences with Guilt04:15 Understanding and Overcoming Guilt04:49 Guilt and Personal Identity06:08 Guilt and Ancestral Patterns09:26 Guilt and Apologies11:39 Guilt and Gender14:43 Guilt and Ancestral Healing16:50 Guilt and Childhood Experiences25:14 Understanding the Subject's Emotions25:41 Initiating the Tapping Process26:21 Guided Tapping and Emotional Release28:07 Checking the Emotional State Post-Tapping28:53 Uncovering Deep-Seated Beliefs29:14 Relating Personal Experiences to Ancestral Emotions30:32 Revisiting the Ancestral Image31:12 Understanding the Ancestor's Decisions36:35 Imprinting a Positive Future Image42:39 Reflecting on the Ancestral Healing Experience47:06 Concluding Thoughts and AdviceSupport the Show.
Emotions: Unlocked - Episode Six - Shame
Dec 1 2023
Emotions: Unlocked - Episode Six - Shame
The conversation begins with a discussion on universal emotions, fixing a spotlight on the insidious emotion of shame. Personal experiences of self-blame are shared for better understanding. The role of shame in causing anxiety and avoidance behavior is highlighted, emphasizing its impact on our daily activities and routines from childhood to adulthood. Guest speakers discuss how shame can lead to people-pleasing tendencies, self-doubt, and poor boundary setting. The conversation veers towards a simple yet impactful exercise to help listeners disconnect from shame and gain clearer consciousness of their feelings. Participants share their experiences with the exercise, underlining the important physiological effect of such an emotional release. The discussion concludes on notes of optimism, pointing towards the potential utility of such exercises in increasing self-awareness and emotional management skills among children, employees, and individuals in general.00:01 Introduction and Topic Reveal00:18 Understanding Shame and Its Impact02:08 Personal Experiences with Shame02:51 The Role of Shame in Self-Perception03:47 Origins of Shame in Childhood05:01 Effects of Shame on Personal and Professional Life07:05 The Connection Between Shame and Self-Judgment07:19 Overcoming Shame and Establishing Boundaries08:41 The Impact of Shame on Decision Making10:19 Shame in Society and Its Effects on Children16:42 Practical Tips to Counteract Self-Criticism17:26 Overcoming Self-Criticism17:57 Introduction to Visualization Meditation19:03 Guided Visualization Meditation00:01 Post-Meditation Discussion28:48 Impact of Releasing Shame31:00 Personal Experiences and Insights35:33 The Importance of Addressing Shame37:10 Closing RemarksSupport the Show.
Emotions: Unlocked - Episode Five - Boundaries
Nov 24 2023
Emotions: Unlocked - Episode Five - Boundaries
In this episode of the 'Emotions Unlocked' podcast, Emma and Jemima engage in a compelling discussion about the importance of setting boundaries. The key focus is understanding that emotional health and personal happiness often rely on establishing healthy boundaries.After recognising that external boundaries often mirror internal ones, they explore how setting boundaries can lead to profound personal change. Furthermore, they show that not upholding personal boundaries might restrict individual growth. They also mention how the absence of boundaries can lead to people-pleasing behaviours that compromise one's own desires and needs. The conversations also emphasise the significance of understanding one's emotions, particularly frustration, to identify what one truly wants. The episode includes an example of boundary-setting through a discussion about re-evaluation during difficult times and using a visualisation of a protective 'bubble'.00:01 Introduction and Greetings00:22 Understanding Boundaries and Emotions01:05 The Impact of People Pleasing02:05 The Role of Boundaries for Empaths and Highly Sensitive People02:33 Exploring the Origins of Sensitivity03:16 The Struggle of Setting Boundaries03:34 The Influence of Family and Environment on Boundaries06:00 The Role of Trauma in Personal Growth07:57 The Journey of Setting Boundaries13:31 The Fear of Being Alone and Its Impact on Boundaries16:11 The Healing Process and Setting New Boundaries21:15 Creating Your Personal Boundary21:51 Visualizing and Adjusting Your Boundary22:58 Revisiting Childhood Memories24:35 Understanding and Empathizing with Past Experiences26:30 Reflecting on the Impact of the Session27:44 Discussing the Importance of Boundaries33:53 The Power of Saying 'No'37:24 Reflecting on the Session and Looking ForwardSupport the Show.
Emotions: Unlocked - Episode Four - Alignment
Nov 17 2023
Emotions: Unlocked - Episode Four - Alignment
This episode discusses the topic of alignment, a significant subject for Emma and Jemima. They discuss how people often misunderstand alignment, linking it to mystical or unprovable theories, when in reality it's about being in harmony with one's core vibration. They explain how everything in life has its own vibration and frequency and these vibrations can affect us. Emma shares a visualisation and breathing exercise to help listeners understand and achieve alignment. The conversation also touches on the importance of focusing on feeling good to attract positive outcomes and how handling emotions plays a big part in this process.00:02 Introduction 00:46 Discussion on the Concept of Alignment01:27 Understanding Alignment in Relation to Energy and Vibration04:07 The Impact of Alignment on Interactions and Perception04:58 The Power of Alignment in Energy Work11:33 The Role of Emotions in Alignment15:17 Harnessing the Power of Positive Alignment16:44 The Reality of Energy Work and Alignment17:11 Exercise to Experience Alignment17:45 Grounding Exercise: Feeling Your Feet on the Floor18:02 Scanning Your Surroundings: A Nervous System Regulation Technique19:41 Breathing Exercise: In for Four, Out for Eight20:51 Visualizing Your Higher Self: A Journey into Space23:52 Tapping Technique: Dissolving Negative Energy27:57 Reconnecting with Your Body: Embodying Your Higher Self28:18 Invoking Positive Emotions: Remembering Love, Joy, Gratitude, or Compassion30:57 Discussion: The Impact of Visualization and Alignment33:08 The Power of Focused Attention and Self-Love37:11 Closing Thoughts: The Simplicity of Feeling BetterSupport the Show.
Emotions: Unlocked - Episode Two - Pain
Nov 3 2023
Emotions: Unlocked - Episode Two - Pain
Exploring Pain and Emotions!In this episode of Emotions Unlocked, we delve deep into understanding the emotion of pain, especially during midlife years. We shed light on the mind-body connection, implying how the body communicates about an individual's emotion using pain as a medium. Emma introduces the concept of 'Imagineering', a process she uses as part of her EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique) training to understand and work through pain. Emma takes Jemima through an EFT session, using visualisation, touch, and dialogue to decode the emotional messages behind chronic physical discomfort. You'll see addressing the emotional component of chronic conditions can bring symptom relief and management.The time stamps below will help you to get to the different parts if you want to revisit and we'd love it if you'd share this podcast, if it helps you. 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast00:40 Understanding Pain and Its Impact01:24 Exploring the Mind-Body Connection01:32 The Concept of Imagineering02:05 Understanding the Mind-Body Connection Through Personal Experience03:45 The Importance of Emotional Component in Chronic Conditions04:30 The Role of Emotions in Physical Symptoms08:23 The Power of Emotional Freedom Technique09:55 Exploring Personal Pain Through Imagineering12:15 Understanding the Emotional Message Behind Pain15:43 The Process of Emotional Healing18:28 The Impact of Childhood Memories on Physical Pain21:08 The Process of Releasing Emotional Burden22:59 Reflecting on the Healing ProcessSee you on the next one! Support the Show.