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Years ago, at a point when I should have been the happiest man on earth, I hired a coach. He asked me to write down my biggest goals, then put a line through every one that was based on the idea that I'd feel better once I'd achieved it. I crossed out every single goal on my list.

What I discovered next changed the direction of my life and my work.

In this conversation with organisational psychologist Richard Reid, I share what happened - why high achievers so often feel stuck, what a teddy bear can teach you about where your wellbeing actually comes from, and the simple three-step process I share with leaders who want to put this to work.

Big love, Jamie

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Years ago, I accidentally sold around 45,000 decks of cards. I didn't set out to. I just had a hunch about something I thought would be useful and fun. People started buying them, then telling other people about them, then those people bought them too.

In this conversation, Andrea and I explore the whole domain of being remarkable - why it matters more than ever in today's attention economy, and where every remarkable thing actually begins.

Big love,
Jamie

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Most of the stories we're being told about the future right now are dystopian. Dark. Chaotic. But a society's visions of the future predict the rise and fall of those societies.

In this conversation with Andrea, I share what I've been quietly working on for the past month, why it matters to me, and where I think hope actually comes from - including a pivotal moment in my own life that I don't talk about very often.

Big love,
Jamie

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Most people think of their gifts as something they've been given. But what if they're actually gifts for you to give to others?

If you've realised something - discovered something that's made a real difference to you - there are other people who can benefit from it. But they can only benefit if they can see you and hear you.

In this clip, I share what I know about why so many people with something genuine to offer stay invisible - and what actually happens when you take the next step without waiting for permission.

Big love,
Jamie

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I've asked thousands of people the same question: when do you get your best ideas? The answers are always the same - and they reveal something about how the mind works that most people have never stopped to consider.

In this clip from a keynote at the NATO Defence College, I unpack where your best thinking actually comes from - and what Steve Jobs and Napoleon both knew about where real strategic insight comes from.

Big love, 
Jamie

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A while back I was coaching someone who'd been running a very specific strategy.

The model looked something like this: you + a whole bunch of concepts, tools, skills, models and strategies = Super You.
Sound familiar?

The thing is - it wasn't working. And when I looked at why, something became obvious.

He had the model completely back to front.

In this episode of the podcast, Andrea and I dig into why that model makes overwhelm worse - not better - and what actually creates the clarity and discernment you need to navigate the exponential age we're living through.

If you've ever experienced that sinking feeling where the more you add - more tools, more strategies, more learning - the worse things seem to get, this one's for you.

Big love, 
Jamie

P.S. I've recently started a visibility experiment - learning new platforms from scratch and documenting everything in real time, because the world needs what we've got and can't benefit from it if they can't find us. If you want to follow along and take your take your visibility up a level as it unfolds, join my WhatsApp Channel here. 🔗 https://www.jamiesmart.com/wa

A few weeks ago I mentioned we were working on a new podcast series called Exponential Clarity.

The first episode is out.

I wrote something in my book Results back in 2016 that I've been thinking about a lot lately:

"Giving humanity exponential technology at our current level of consciousness is like giving a toddler a machine gun."

I wrote that eight years before ChatGPT; before the wave we're living through right now.

In this first episode, Andrea Deltetto and I dig into what that actually means - and why the gap between our technological capability and our understanding of our own minds has never mattered more than it does right now.

We're already on the rope bridge. The question is what we bring with us to cross it.

If you're a leader, a change-worker, an entrepreneur, or someone who helps others navigate change and uncertainty - I think you'll find this one particularly relevant.

Big love,
Jamie

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A few weeks ago, I uploaded my books - Clarity and Results - to an AI assistant, made an assertion about the three principles and consciousness, and started a debate about the principles of psychology.
At a certain point, the AI stopped and said: "I think you've just created a logical refutation of materialism."

That conversation inspired me to write a philosophy paper - which I've just submitted to the journal Mind, published by Oxford University Press. It's called The Bag Cannot Contain Itself.

In this clip, Andrea asks me what that means - and I do my best to explain Russell's Paradox, consciousness, and why the bag can never contain itself, in plain English.

Big love,
Jamie

P.S. If you want to read the paper, we've got a link to it on a pre-print site. Fair warning - it's written for a philosophy journal, so maybe not a beach read :)

🔗 https://philpapers.org/rec/SMATBC

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We're working on a new podcast called Exponential Clarity, and this is a sneak peek from the first episode.

In this 5-minute clip, I unpack a statement that's been on my mind a lot lately:
"We have extraordinary brains and God-like technology, but we're limited by a medieval understanding of our own minds and emotions."

I think it matters more now than ever.

Big love,
Jamie

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esterday I was interviewed by my colleague and good friend Juliet O'Rourke - and at a certain point she asked me a question that many people wonder about.

"If this understanding is so powerful - why isn't it more widely known?" In this short clip, I share three reasons why.

One of them involves the story of a Dutch scientist in the 1600s, an assassination attempt on a US president, and a 20-year race between two rival teams of scientists.

And why that story might tell us something important about where we are right now.

Big love, 
Jamie

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A few weeks ago I was interviewed by Kathy Zant from the Coach Factory podcast, and we had a really rich conversation about coaching, transformation, and what it means to help people wake up to who they really are.

This is a brief clip from that interview (11 minutes) that explores something fundamental about human nature and how we perceive ourselves.
It touches on evolution, consciousness, and why most people spend their lives experiencing themselves through other people's eyes without even realizing it.

And it points to what becomes possible when you wake up to who you really are - not from a distance, but from zero millimeters away; what some Buddhists describe as "the face you were born with".
Recommended if you've ever felt limited by how you see yourself - or wondered what's possible beyond that.

Big love,
Jamie

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I just recorded this about something I've been reflecting on as we move through January.

2025 was a bit choppy for me - and for a lot of people in my community. Lots of letting go. Lots of shedding old skin.

And then my girlfriend reminded me: 2025 was the Chinese Year of the Snake. Snakes shed their skin.

The old skin must be shed before the new can emerge.

In this clip, I share what I've been seeing about this transition - and why 2026 (the Year of the Horse) feels like it's going to be very different.

Big love,
Jamie

P.S. One of the most powerful things you can do right now is continue to develop your unique signal - the true expression of what you have at the heart of your being. If that resonates, I've been doing some masterclasses on exactly that. You can find them here: http://jamiesmart.com/visibility

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Earlier this year I sat down with my friend and colleague Doug O'Brien for a conversation about clarity, mindset, and what actually creates lasting change.

In this clip, we explore a powerful distinction that often gets missed - and once you see it, it quietly changes how you see personal change, insight, and wellbeing.

Big love,
Jamie

P.S.  If you've been looking to get a deeper understanding of the principles behind clarity, bringing them more fully into your work and your day to day life, you might be interested in my advanced programme: The Clarity Certification Training Self Study Track.

After closing the doors on the previous format of CCT, we've been crafting something new that combines the transformational depth of the original training with the flexibility of self-study, plus the accountability, connection and live support of an ongoing coaching community.

We've been running this format with a small group over the last few months, and the results have been so overwhelmingly positive that we're preparing a proper announcement in the next few weeks.

But if this is something you'd like to explore right now (and get some exclusive early bird bonuses), you can ask us for more information here https://www.jamiesmart.com/CCT

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A few weeks ago I sat down with Jacquie Bamber - a CCT graduate and good friend - and her daughter Ellie for a conversation about the three principles.
In this clip, I share the story of Sydney Banks - the Scottish welder who had a profound realization that changed everything.

Someone made a throwaway comment to Syd that he heard so deeply that it changed his life, and has gone on to touch millions more (including my own).
You'll also hear:

The three insights that completely reorganized my life back in 2009
Why the qualities you've been searching for are in the last place you'd expect them
How to help people have deep, profound realizations (without having to try and convince them of anything)

Big love,
Jamie

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This week I sat down with my good friend and long-time colleague Christian McNeill for a conversation about something that's becoming more relevant by the day - the principles behind clarity, transformation and resilience, and why they matter so much in the world we're living in now.

Christian was one of the first people to come through my programmes over 15 years ago, and she shares the moment this understanding "hit like a train" and changed the entire trajectory of her life and work.

From there, we explore why this shift is so powerful — and why it may be one of the most important things you can wake up to in times like these.

In this episode:
• The insight that changed everything
• Why so much of what we assume about wellbeing is backwards
• The simple shift that makes transformation feel natural
• And why this understanding matters now more than ever

If you find this helpful, like the video, subscribe, and turn on notifications so you don't miss the weekly episodes.

And I'd love to hear from you:
What landed for you as you listened?
Drop your thoughts in the comments — I read every one.

Big love,
Jamie

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In this episode, Andrea Deltetto and I explore a beautiful listener question: "How can we create what is ecessary to get there?" With "there" meaning the more humane, more connected, more abundant possible future we've been pointing to in this series. We talk about what it really takes to create what's needed in these times — not just rearrange what already exists. You'll hear us explore: 

• Why you cannot truly create from the intellect alone
• The deeper source of creativity beneath your ideas, strategies and plans
• How to tell the difference between recycling the past and sensing something genuinely new
• The role AI can play in your creative process — and when it starts to dull your own creativity
• Why following what makes you come alive may be one of the most practical things you can do

It's an exploration of human creativity at a time when so much feels up in the air - and it points back to the wisdom and guidance already within you.

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Beyond the Intellect: Staying Human in the Age of AI : Episode 2 of Rope Bridge Conversations

We're living through one of the biggest transitions in human history. AI is accelerating faster than any of us can track, reshaping how we think, work and connect. And while these tools offer extraordinary benefits, they also amplify something crucial: the human intellect — without being connected to the deeper wisdom at the heart of life.

In this conversation, Jamie Smart and Andrea Deltetto explore what it really means to stay human in an age of artificial intelligence — and why awakening to who you really are may be one of the most valuable things you can do.

In this episode:
 • Why today's acceleration feels so disorienting
 • What Jamie means by "the human intellect on steroids"
 • The difference between genuine human connection and its technological facsimiles
 • What remains uniquely (and powerfully) human
 • Why awakening may be essential for leaders, creators and anyone guiding others

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Rope Bridge Conversations - An Unwritten Adventure (Episode 1)

We're living through extraordinary times.
The world is changing faster than any of us can track - and many people are feeling a quiet pull to bring wisdom where there's noise.

This is the first episode of a new series, Rope Bridge Conversations - an exploration of what it means to stay human, clear and awake in a time of exponential change.

In this opening conversation, Jamie Smart and Andrea Deltetto talk about:

• The sense that an old age is ending while a new one struggles to be born
• The "rope bridge" between here and what's next — and what it asks of us
• Why intellect on steroids isn't enough, and what deeper quality might guide us forward

This isn't a show about prediction or panic.
It's about presence — and the human spirit in the face of disruption.

If you're a thoughtful leader, creator, or coach who senses that awakening might just be our best response to the world we're in, this conversation is for you.

✨ Question for you:
What's one human quality you believe we most need to carry across the rope bridge?

Share your reflections below — Jamie reads them all.

In this extract from a recent live session, Jamie explores the value of a principles understanding in times of crisis.

The world is shifting fast — with AI, volatility and uncertainty reshaping how we live and work. Yet there's something deeper, unchanging, that every human being has access to.

In this episode, Jamie shares:

• Why AI might soon outthink (and outwork) us — and why that's not the real issue

• What humanity still has that no technology can replicate

• And how awakening to the truth of who you really are might just be our best path forward

A sobering yet hopeful reflection on what it means to navigate life from wisdom, wellbeing and purpose.

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This episode is a short extract from a recent session in one of my advanced programmes. On the surface, it's about something simple: knowing what you want. But as you'll hear, this turns out to be far more powerful (and transformative) than most people realise.

I talk about the subtle difference between "nice-to-have" goals and the kind of wanting that changes everything, and share a personal shift in how I approach my coaching work.

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In this 10-minute extract from one of my advanced workshops, I explore a question that so many people quietly carry: Why does it so often feel like we're not good enough?

The notion of "I'm not enough, but if I accomplish the right thing, then maybe one day I'll be enough" is widespread — a meme embodied by billions. And it's deeply life-sapping.

In this clip, you'll hear about:
• Why so many of us pick up this belief without even realizing it
• How certain cultures sponsor their children in a very different way
• And what's already true of you — before you achieve, accomplish, or prove anything

It's a simple and profound exploration that goes right to the heart of what it means to be human.

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This week's FSOC is arriving a little later than usual because I've been teaching a 3-day workshop.

In this short extract from one of my advanced workshops a few years back, I share a story about a weekend in Ireland that completely shifted how I saw myself — and pointed me to something easy to forget, yet absolutely fundamental.

It's only a few minutes long, but it goes right to the heart of what I see about how we're made for this life.

Big love,

Jamie

I'm sharing a brief extract from this month's private Clarity Coaches Tribe Masterclass, where I explored something that feels increasingly clear to me: many of the challenges we're facing (and will face in the years ahead) can't be solved purely at the psychological or even the practical level.

In this short clip, I talk about:

• What the Dalai Lama says is missing from modern education

• The unexpected difference people started to notice in me when I moved from NLP to the principles

• And what may be the subtlest yet most powerful thing you bring to the table

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Earlier this month, I shared a private Masterclass with Clarity Coaches graduates, exploring the impact of AI, the shifts we're all living through, and what this means for coaches, awakeners and changeworkers.

This video is a short extract from that session.

In it, I share one of my favourite Buckminster Fuller quotes about humanity being in its "final exam"… and reflect on what that means in these extraordinary times.

I also explore the strange juxtaposition between humanity's greatest powers and our deepest fragility — and why it looks to me like we may be standing on the edge of a very different relationship with each other and the world.

Big love,
Jamie

I'm sharing a conversation I had with my friend and colleague, Doug O'Brien. Doug is a master storyteller, hypnotherapist, and bestselling author — and like me, he's been fascinated for decades with the ways language and story can change lives.

In this episode, we explore:
 • How stories shape the way people see themselves and the world
 • The simple structure behind every powerful story
 • The role stories play in creating lasting change

I think you'll find this exploration both practical and thought-provoking — especially if you've ever wondered why a single story can sometimes do what hours of explanation can't.

Big love,
Jamie

P.S. If you'd like to dive deeper into Doug's work, you can explore his User's Guide to Storytelling here: essentialcoachingskills.com/users-guide-to-storytelling

In this short clip, Jamie Smart explores relationships from the perspective of the Three Principles — and why they all come down to three key connections:

 • Your relationship with other people
 • Your relationship with who you really are
 • Your relationship with life itself

We look at how the feeling of connection and the fact of connection aren't the same thing… and why understanding this can change the way you relate to others, yourself, and the world.

Whether you're a coach, teacher, or someone interested in the Three Principles, this conversation will give you a fresh perspective on relationships and connection.

Watch more & learn about working with Jamie:
https://www.jamiesmart.com

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Don't miss it: jamiesmart.com/mastery ⏳
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Ever wondered what it's really like to deliver (or receive) a high-ticket coaching package?

In this special episode, you'll hear a rare follow-up conversation with a client two years after we completed a 12-month coaching journey—one that unfolded live, in front of an audience of coaches and change-workers.

We cover:

• What it was like to be coached at this level

• What changed over the year-long journey

• Reflections on transformation, insight, and impact

• Audience questions on the behind-the-scenes process

It's a unique window into deep, transformative work—and what it actually takes to create lasting change with your clients.

Big love
Jamie

🔥 The full "High-Ticket Enrollment Unpacked" programme is part of the Ultimate Coaching Mastery Bundle – available now for 85% off, but only until this Friday at midnight. Don't miss it: jamiesmart.com/mastery ⏳🚀
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What happens when you enroll a client in a high-ticket package live - in front of an audience—and follow through to the transformation?

In this special episode, I'm joined by executive coach Russell Davis for a check-in conversation after he completed a five-figure coaching journey that started during my "High-Ticket Enrollment, Unpacked" programme.

You'll hear:
 - What really made the difference in Russell's decision to say yes
  - How the coaching unfolded over time
 - What it takes to enroll someone in a bigger vision for their life (and how to do that for yourself first)

This might be the only time a client has been enrolled live in front of an audience and then returned to reflect on the journey. 

It's part of what I want for you: to fall in love with enrollment conversations and grow your coaching practice with impact and integrity.

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This week, I'm sharing a short clip from one of my advanced programmes, where we explored something that quietly shapes so much of your experience… especially when it comes to money.

For many people, money feels tricky or elusive - but often, it's got less to do with the money itself… and everything to do with your relationship to it.

In this clip, I share a simple metaphor that points to how that works - and why things can start to shift when you see it differently.

Big love,
Jamie

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In this short clip from my recent talk at the VIVA Conference, I dive into an insight that's been transformative—not just for me, but for countless people I've worked with.

Here's the thing:

You're not who you think you are.

In this video, you'll discover:
– The everyday illusion that keeps us stuck believing we're limited by our identity.
– How your ideas about yourself can dissolve in a single, powerful moment.
– What this reveals about who you really are—something infinitely more peaceful, resilient, and true.

It's easy to miss, but once you've seen this clearly, it changes everything.

Enjoy!

Big love,
Jamie

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This week, I'm sharing a powerful excerpt from the masterclass Emma and I delivered yesterday, hosted by our friend Sheela Masand.

The title of the session was "When Effortless Doesn't Feel Easy" — and we got into some rich territory around inner guidance, discomfort, and what it really means to move with life.

Here's a taste:

• The counterintuitive reason following your heart can feel uncomfortable

• What happens when life nudges us into territory beyond our comfort zone

• How trusting your deeper wisdom sometimes means shedding the old skin

We also talked about the difference between surface-level comfort and a deeper kind of ease that only comes when you're living in alignment with who you really are.

Big love,
Jamie

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This week, I'm sharing a thought-provoking conversation I had with my longtime friend and colleague, James Tripp.

We talked about the shift from relying on plans and techniques to creating from something deeper and more intuitive.

It's something many of us bump into—especially when what used to work starts feeling out of sync.

Here are a few breadcrumbs to listen for:

• The deeper intelligence behind career pivots and bold moves

• What it really means to follow your heart (especially when it challenges everything you've been taught)

• How identity shifts over time—and what happens when we stop trying to "get it right"

We also explored Erickson, Jung, the three principles, and the art of creating from what wants to come through.

If you've been feeling the nudge to loosen your grip and let life lead a little more, I think you'll find this conversation a meaningful one.

Big love,
Jamie

This week, I want to share with you a short clip from one of our recent sessions, and it's about something I really love exploring: trusting your inner guidance.

One of the things I often find is that when people first come across this understanding, they love the idea of wisdom—that quiet voice of guidance. But a common question is, "How do I tell the difference between that and just regular thinking?"

In this 5-minute clip, I share what I've seen about that, and why your system is already being guided by wisdom - more than you might realise.

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There's a moment in nearly every breakthrough – one that's easy to miss if you don't know what to look for. It's often quiet, almost invisible… but it's where everything starts to shift.
In last night's masterclass, I slowed things down and unpacked a recent coaching demo where one of these pivotal moments happened, and we explored:

– What I was noticing beneath the surface
– Why I asked the questions I did (including a few that might seem counterintuitive)
– How the entire session pivoted on a single shift in perspective

If you're a coach, change-worker, or just fascinated by the inside-out nature of real transformation, I think you'll find this especially useful.

Big love,
Jamie

P.S. Towards the end of the session, I shared two possible next steps for anyone wanting to take their coaching to the next level:

1 - If you've been considering joining Clarity Certification Training and want to explore if it's the right next step for you, you can start your CCT application & diagnostic here. 

👉 www.jamiesmart.com/CCT

Submitting the application isn't a commitment to join – it's an exploration. And many find that simply completing the diagnostic gives you deep, valuable insights into your coaching journey and business.

Super Early Bird pricing expires on May 29th, but if you decide to join, we'll honour that rate based on your application date.

2 - Or if you'd prefer to get to know me better and experience my work in a small group, you're warmly invited to join our next Impact & Confidence Accelerator on June 12th (a few spots are still available).

👉 www.jamiesmart.com/calendar

Ever had one of those moments where you just know it's time to act—no overthinking, just a deep click of certainty?

Last week, I had a coaching session with Kate, a senior HR director scaling back her corporate role to grow her coaching practice.

In just 15 minutes, we witnessed that exact moment of wisdom becoming visible right before our eyes.

(Big thanks to Kate for generously allowing us to share her session so others can benefit.)

A few breadcrumbs to listen for:

• The split-second move that turned Kate's empty Thursdays into a full coaching roster

• How a single felt signal ("Oh—it's now") trumps months of spreadsheets and planning

• How genuine peace appears the instant intellectual "noise" steps aside
  
  

And here's the thing: just by listening in, you might even find yourself on the receiving end of your own breakthroughs around growing your practice—just as Kate did.

Big love,
Jamie

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Have you noticed how a coaching session can turn into a Netflix mini-series in about thirty seconds? Your client starts describing what happened, the cast of characters grows, sub-plots multiply… and before you know it, you're as tangled in the narrative as they are. 

When we get lost in the story, it's hard to help them find the way out.

In this week's short clip I share the mindset shift that keeps me from being "hypnotised by the content" and lets me hear what's really going on.
A few hints of what's inside:

- The unexpected move I make before a client even finishes their first sentence.
- A "prehistoric" listening lens that slices straight through any story.
- Three simple words that open the door to genuine insight.
- This quick listen might change the way you hear every conversation.

Big love,
Jamie

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This week for the podcast, I'm sharing something profoundly meaningful to me - an extract from a 2020 workshop on the topic of True Identity featuring two extraordinary mentors and dear friends, Chip and Jan Chipman.

At the end of last year, I received the sad news that Chip had passed away. Chip and his wife Jan have been a profound influence in my life and understanding of the principles behind clarity. Their insights into "the beautiful feeling" and "who you really are" continue to shape the way I live, coach, and share this understanding with others.

Towards the end of this clip, Chip shares one of my all-time favorite stories—the moment he and Jan realized they were destined to share the principles with the world. It's a story that has sparked deep insights for so many, and I wanted to make it accessible to everyone in our community.

In this session, we explore:

• The profound connection between "the beautiful feeling" and understanding your true identity.
• How realizing the beauty and innocence within yourself opens the door to seeing it in others.
• The power of listening deeply and letting life guide you to what's next.

And much, much more. The live participants asked some incredibly powerful questions that sparked remarkable insights throughout the session.

This episode is an opportunity to reconnect with the wisdom and intelligence within you—and to reflect on what truly matters.

I hope this conversation touches you as deeply as it has touched me—and that it inspires new insights into your own journey.

Tons of love,

Jamie

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I used to be terrified of speaking to groups - so much so that I once packed my company chequebook to refund everyone if I bombed!

In this short clip from a recent masterclass, I share the insight that flipped my whole relationship with impostor syndrome.

You'll hear:

• Why that "I'm a fraud" feeling can be a compass, not a curse
• How your ego's panic is often your soul's signal to move forward
• The intuition shift that turned my self-doubt into momentum

If you've ever heard the whisper, "Who are you to do this?" just before something big, this might turn impostor syndrome on its head.

Big love,
Jamie

🚀 Just a quick heads-up that Clarity Certification Training 2026 is now open for enrollment! CCT is our flagship seven-month programme, designed for anyone wanting to bring the principles behind Clarity into their life or work. I'll be delivering all modules personally to a limited group of just 24 participants. 

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What really makes the biggest impact – polished performance or authentic connection?

This week, I've got a fresh clip from a recent workshop where I answer exactly that question.

In it, I unpack:

- Why deeply authentic communication creates transformation (and how it's different from motivational hype)

- Reach vs. Depth: A powerful metaphor that helped me understand the difference

- How your felt experience of life influences your presence and impact

Whether you're a coach, a speaker, a business leader, or simply someone who wants to make a deeper impact in your interactions with others, this episode reveals something most people miss.

Big love,
Jamie

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This week I want to share a short clip from the advanced workshop I ran last month, "Speaking from the Heart," where I tell the story of a crucial lesson I learned from one of Milton Erickson's students.

Milton Erickson is one of my heroes. He's widely regarded as the father of modern hypnotherapy and was often referred to as the "Wizard of the Desert" because of his extraordinary ability to create profound transformation.

In this short recording, you'll discover:

- The surprising "real secret" behind Erickson's legendary transformational impact (hint: it's not his famous language skills).

- What Erickson communicated that allowed people to experience deep, lasting transformation without trying to "fix" them.

- The subtle but powerful message you send to your audience, depending on how comfortable you are with yourself.

This insight has dramatically shifted how I approach speaking and working with groups—it's a fundamental key to making a real impact.

Big love,
Jamie

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This week, I'm excited to share a fascinating conversation with my good friend and colleague, Dr. Joseph Riggio.

Joseph and I have been friends for over 25 years, often exploring deep questions about human potential, transformation, and what it takes to live a truly inspired life.

Recently, Joseph sent me a thought-provoking message from sunny Florida, challenging me to reflect on the relationship between our inner perceptions and external reality. He asked:

"How do we reconcile the 3Ps concept that 'it's all just thought' with the undeniable external feedback we constantly receive from the world around us?"

(If you've been following my work over the past decade, you may have noticed that I tend to avoid the phrase "just thought"—and for good reason.)

Joseph's question sparked an insightful conversation between us, giving me a chance to clarify my particular understanding of Sydney Banks' teachings, as well as to explore the profound practical implications of how we perceive and navigate reality.

I'm delighted to share our recorded discussion as this week's podcast episode.

Here are a few highlights from our conversation:

• Why transformation is always ontologically based and embodied (and what that means in practical terms).

• How our experience of reality is essentially a simulation—and how deeply understanding the "rules" of this simulation can profoundly impact your life.

• The critical difference between transformation and mastery—and why confusing the two can seriously limit your growth.

• Why direct engagement with reality is essential for genuine insight and meaningful change.

We also explored the intersection between my approach (informed by the Three Principles) and Joseph's work, which integrates NLP, hypnosis, and his unique "MythoSelf Process."

One thing worth noting: what you're going to hear is a conversation between two friends and colleagues, comparing and seeking to better understand each others' "maps of reality". As such, it's not a coaching or teaching session (though there's still plenty to discover).

This conversation is particularly valuable if you're committed to making a meaningful impact—whether as a coach, speaker, leader, or in your own personal journey of transformation.

Big love,
Jamie

P.S. If you'd like to learn more about Joseph and his remarkable work, I highly recommend checking out his website:josephriggio.com

This week, I'm sharing a clip from one of my recent program calls, focused on discovering your authentic voice.

Here's a glimpse of what's inside:

- The unexpected insight I had about authenticity while attending a public speaking course.

- A surprising comedy lesson that completely changed the way I think about developing your voice.

- Why your audience might actually be your greatest ally in expressing your true self.

If you've ever wondered how to communicate more authentically and resonate deeply with others, this video is for you.

Tons of love,
Jamie

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I've got a short, 4-minute clip that dives into a question I hear all the time:

Are non-duality and the Three Principles really different? And what if you love them both?

In it, I explore why they're actually pointing to the same truth in different ways, a key distinction that sets the 3 Principles apart, and how you can blend whatever resonates to spark new insights - for yourself, your loved ones, and your clients.

If this catches your interest, I think you'll really enjoy this conversation.

Tons of love,
Jamie

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This week, I'm sharing the full recording of the masterclass I delivered on Wednesday, exploring a topic that's clearly resonating with a lot of people: Impostor Syndrome.

Here's a sneak peek at what's inside:

- Why impostor syndrome appears exactly when you're on the right track (and what it's trying to tell you)

- The most overlooked element in becoming an inspiring, transformational speaker (it's not about technique)

- A live coaching demonstration on dissolving impostor syndrome in real-time

If you've ever held back from stepping into your full voice—whether with a client, a group, or an audience—you might find this particularly valuable.

Tons of love,
Jamie

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My friend Jonathan Armes at Capital Shift invited me to have a conversation exploring the topic of "Transforming Setbacks into Success" and he's given me permission to share the full recording with you.  

We took a deep dive into something that affects us all: how we deal with setbacks in life and work, and what changes when we really understand how our mind works.  

So whether you're facing a challenge right now or want to support someone who is (friend, client, colleague or loved one), this was created with you in mind. 

Here's some of what we covered:  

- Why obstacles are often just stepping stones—raw material for your transformation.  

- Why insight beats positive thinking every time (real breakthroughs come from fresh perspectives, not just pushing harder). 

- How to break free from victimhood, remember who you really are, and move through setbacks with more freedom and flow.  

Tons of love,  

Jamie 

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This week, I'd love to share a clip from a recent masterclass exploring how our everyday personality can align with who we truly are.

Here's what's inside:

- Why the spark of who you really are never disappears, no matter how disconnected you feel.

- Seeing beyond old illusions of ugliness or brokenness within.

- A simple shift that lines up your personality with peace and possibility.

- An illuminating diagram (courtesy of my beloved Emma McDevitt) highlighting the relationship between the truth of our being, our unique qualities and our ego identity.

If you're listening to the audio version and want to see the diagram, you can watch the video here: https://youtu.be/4eJbNoZ2yB8

"You might call it source energy, or god, or divine intelligence… Bohm calls it the implicate order [...[ Your soul or spirit - however you wanna think about it - that's a local  instantiation in you of that universal divinity." 

Tons of love,
Jamie

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On Monday, I hosted a masterclass called Speaking Behind the Mask, and it was incredible to see how much this resonated with people.

I've decided to share this clip from the recording for anyone who wants to explore how to speak in a way that connects the true self in you to the true self in your audience.

Here's a taste of what you'll discover in this episode:

• What "speaking behind the mask" really means - and why it's so important for a speech to be transformative.

• The role of the beautiful feeling - and how it can shape the natural flow of your conversation.

• A shift from pushing content to creating a space where insights unfold - and transformation happens effortlessly.

If you're looking to have deeply impactful conversations and help others reconnect with their inner wisdom, this episode is for you.

Tons of love,

Jamie

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I want to share a brief extract from a recent session of one of my programmes, where I break down the fundamentals of delivering a talk on the principles.

It's a quick, 7-minute cli  where I reveal the key elements that transform a presentation or talk  into an insight-friendly space - so your message resonates from the heart.

Tons of love,

Jamie Smart

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Earlier this month, I had the privilege of speaking at a Masterclass hosted by my dear friend Simon Paine, co-founder of the Rebel Business School. Simon is a Clarity Coach and a successful entrepreneur in his own right, and it's always a pleasure to speak with his community.

One of the highlights of the session was a live coaching demo I did with Evie, who shared her struggles with imposter syndrome and her dream of stepping into her full potential.

What unfolded was one of those transformative conversations that cuts through noise and gets to the heart of what really holds us back - and what's possible when we trust the wisdom within.

In this week's podcast episode, you'll discover:

• Why imposter syndrome is nothing more than a case of mistaken identity - and how to see past it.
• The truth about fear and courage
• How to uncover the path life is calling you to take (the one your heart already knows), even when your head doubts it.

After our session, Evie sent me a heartfelt email about her experience. With her permission, here's what she shared:

Hi Jamie

​I just wanted to drop a personal thank you for yesterday's Master Transformational Impact session via Rebel Business School.

​Whilst I found the whole session to be inspirational, the one on one section did exactly as it said on the tin. I've awoken today with a released sense of clarity and purpose. So much of what you spoke about resonated deeply with me, and our conversation cracked open something inside that I've been working on for a number of years. 

It felt as though in that held space I finally felt my heart take over from the negativity in my brain. It was powerful.

​So, thank you again. I am truly grateful for our conversation yesterday.

​Warmest wishes

​Evie Jones

This episode is a chance to reconnect with your own inner wisdom and say yes to what life is calling you to create.

Tons of love,

Jamie

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This week, I'm sharing a reflection on a topic that's fascinated me for a long time: vision, purpose, and the question of goals.

Once we come into contact with the principles understanding, many of us discover that happiness isn't tied to achieving goals, and this realization can be incredibly freeing. 

But sometimes, we risk throwing the baby out with the bathwater, thinking that if life doesn't need to look a certain way for us to be okay, then goals don't matter at all.

It turns out that (as with most things) there are subtleties at play here. In this session, I explore:

• Why your dreams, heart's desires, and creative impulses are a vital expression of life itself.

• How honoring your purpose and collaborating with life can lead to clarity and direction in surprising ways.

• A recent breakthrough my team and I had when we reconnected with the wisdom and intelligence within us—and how it's shaping our work.

It turns out that when it comes to the goals that are deeply aligned with who you most truly are and what you're most inspired to create, there's a perspective that can be profoundly helpful. That's what we explore here:

I hope it sparks fresh insights into how you approach your own vision, purpose, and goals.

Tons of love,

Jamie