Explore every episode of the podcast Being Fully Me
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| My Writing Process | 14 Dec 2025 | 00:29:47 | |
Taking a slight detour from discussing the themes of my book "Sacred Fire: Memoir of A Marriage" I draw the curtain back on my writing process in this episode. Some of the questions I address include: Do I write everyday? What time do I write? Have I had to deal with writer's block? Are there writing rituals I engage in before a writing session? Email me at uma@umagirish.com My Writing Journey (Part 1): https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/my-writing-journey-part-1/id1666927892?i=1000598556815 My Writing Journey (Part 2): https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/my-writing-journey-part-2/id1666927892?i=1000600278120 Monthly Grief Circle Join me in 2026 | |||
| Holding Grief And Gratitude | 30 Nov 2025 | 00:24:42 | |
This episode focuses on a spiritual practice that has become a guiding light in my marriage. As cliched as it is now seen, gratitude is a sacred and enduring practice in my life and nowhere does it rescue me more than in my relationships. Check out my Monthly Grief Circle | |||
| 5 Reasons Why We Need Spiritual Tools Now More Than Ever | 06 May 2025 | 00:36:28 | |
In this episode, I unpack 5 reasons why we need spiritual tools for the extremely challenging and uncertain times we live in—and how those tools can help support our well-being. Using the mind and the world to manage our safety is no longer an option. When external systems crumble, we have nowhere to turn but inward, to our own, wise inner compass. Read my post: Unburdening the Mind from decision-Making Coming soon! Sacred Fire: Memoir of A Marriage (everywhere books are sold) | |||
| What is Spiritual Mentoring? | 22 Apr 2025 | 00:26:55 | |
The theme for the current season—Season 6—is Spiritual Mentoring. In the first episode I share a definition of what Spiritual Mentoring means to me, why it's important, and the foundation I start with when working with a client. My 4th book, Sacred Fire: Memoir of a Marriage launches everywhere books are found on May 19, 2025. Read my stories and essays on Substack You can find my current offerings here | |||
| My Purpose as my Human Design Chart Reveals | 21 Dec 2024 | 00:29:18 | |
I'm currently taking a break to ease into the stillness and rest of winter. If you'd like a Purpose by Design reading, please get on the waitlist. | |||
| Everything in Your Life is Preparing You for Your Purpose | 14 Nov 2024 | 00:36:05 | |
This episode is about connecting all the purpose dots in my life. I'd always been living my past; I just didn't realize it. The same is true of you. I share how everything I lived through was part of my purpose and led to where I stand today and what I do. I invite you to make a list of all your educational qualifications, all the jobs you've had, and all the skills you've acquired as a result. They come together to serve your purpose journey, going forward. My Books: https://umagirish.com/books Book a Purpose by Design Reading: https://umagirish.com/human-design-offerings/#purpose | |||
| Answering Your Purpose Questions | 29 Oct 2024 | 00:33:30 | |
In this episode, I respond to a variety of questions people ask about purpose and all the fears associated with finding and living one's purpose. Book a Purpose by Design reading: https://umagirish.com/human-design-offerings/#purpose Read my Memoir, Losing Amma, Finding Home: https://umagirish.com/books | |||
| From the Portal of Pain to the Path of Purpose | 14 Oct 2024 | 00:23:38 | |
This episode focuses on how the portal of pain can often be the doorway to one's purposeful life. When we allow pain to break us open we also invite the universe to grow us in a way that helps us use our pain in service.
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| 5 Biggest Myths About Purpose | 29 Sep 2024 | 00:36:13 | |
This episode explores and explodes the top 5 myths that surround the topic of Purpose. Understanding how these myths operate in your life will help you get clear about what's holding you back when it comes to living a purposeful life. My 6-week Grief Group: https://umagirish.com/grief-healing-group Want a Purpose Reading? Go to https://umagirish.com/human-design-offerings/#purpose My Loss Memoir: Losing Amma, Finding Home: https://www.amazon.com/Losing-Amma-Finding-Home-Girish/dp/9381398801 | |||
| How My Purpose Unfolded | 14 Sep 2024 | 00:36:51 | |
In this episode I share the beginnings of my purpose journey. From my early twenties to my mid-forties I was being prepared for my path. When my beloved Amma died, I was reborn into my purpose. | |||
| The 2nd Line in Human Design | 29 May 2024 | 00:25:11 | |
In this final episode of season 4, we continue to understand the 6/2 profile by focusing on the 2nd line. What are the qualities of a 2nd line being? What do they need to thrive? Here are my brand-new Human Design Offers!
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| The 6th Line in Human Design | 14 May 2024 | 00:24:10 | |
In this episode, I break down my 6/2 profile in Human Design by speaking about the themes of the 6th line journey.
Learn about my Human Design Offers: https://umagirish.com/work-with-me Read my essays on Substack: umagirish.substack.com | |||
| Loving Yourself: What Does That Even Mean??!! | 14 Nov 2025 | 00:34:28 | |
What does it mean to love yourself? We hear the words "self-love" all the time. What does that look like? How do we know to do that? In this episode I unpack the four pillars that are necessary to love oneself. I also share a simple first step in loving yourself. It's so simple you can begin right now. Please buy a copy of Sacred Fire and leave me a review on Amazon if you enjoy it!
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| How Mental Projectors Make Decisions | 29 Apr 2024 | 00:31:24 | |
Most of us have been conditioned to make decisions using our mind. Human Design says the mind is a useful tool, but it's the body that knows what's correct for us. This episode is about how Mental Projectors are meant to make decisions that help guide them toward flow and alignment.
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| When A Projector Feels Bitter | 14 Apr 2024 | 00:27:38 | |
How does a Projector know when they're making decisions that are incorrect for them? How do they recognize when they're out of alignment? Bitterness is a Projector's red flag, just as Success lets them know they're on the right path. In this episode I unpack what bitterness feels like for me and how I know I'm bitter. I also share my personal definition of Success and encourage you to find your own.
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| How A Projector Calls in Aligned Opportunities | 29 Mar 2024 | 00:31:50 | |
This episode is all about the Projector "strategy" which means "how to call in aligned opportunities." The Projector strategy is "wait to be recognized and invited." What I cover in this episode:
My grief memoir: Losing Amma, Finding Home Why I Quit Social Media: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/being-fully-me/id1666927892?i=1000608010259 Unable to Quit Social Media?: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/being-fully-me/id1666927892?i=1000631937667 Email your questions to uma@umagirish.com Interested in a Human Design session? Go HERE | |||
| Living the Projector Life | 14 Mar 2024 | 00:28:46 | |
In this episode, I speak about my life as a Human Design Projector. This will serve you if you're a projector and also if you have a partner, child, parent, boss, or friend who is a projector. How Human Design Found Me: https://directory.libsyn.com/episode/index/id/25928505 Pull up your HD chart here: https://humandesignblueprint.com/ Book a Human Design Session: https://umagirish.com/work-with-me Email uma@umagirish.com | |||
| 3 Things I Do Before A Year Ends | 28 Dec 2023 | 00:28:34 | |
How do we send off a year before we call in a new year? Well, I have an intentional end-of-year practice that helps me take stock of how I lived out the year. I offer you a series of journal prompts to help you reflect and review. | |||
| The Storyteller that Lives in Our Head | 18 Dec 2023 | 00:23:30 | |
In this episode I share my thoughts on "the voice" in our head which dominates so much of our waking lives. That voice is the reason we don't follow our dreams. I also share about my new writing journey on Substack titled This Human-Divine Journey. Support my writing on Substack: https://umagirish.substack.com | |||
| When the World Weighs on You | 08 Dec 2023 | 00:28:32 | |
Like many of you, I've been struggling with the terror and violence that's going on in the world. In this episode I share some ideas on how when we focus on our wellness we have more power to be of service and create harmony. If any of the ideas I shared resonate with you, please email me at uma@umagirish.com.
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| The Art of Slowing Down | 29 Nov 2023 | 00:27:55 | |
A busy life is not a rich life. When we equate our worthiness with how much we produce, we never get off the hamster wheel. This episode addresses the importance of slowing down as a sacred practice that anchors us in presence.
Your Human Design chart contains all the information on how you're meant to live and move through life. Interested in a session? I have 3 offers. | |||
| The Purpose of Relationships | 21 Nov 2023 | 00:30:42 | |
It's that time of year when relationships come into sharp focus. Thanksgiving brings up so many feelings around being with family, not wanting to be there, grief, anger, and unmet needs. I address the topic of Relationships in this episode. I share a personal story about a beloved friendship that died. I speak about the importance of boundaries and why spiritual people are conflicted about boundaries. Take a listen. Mentioned in this episode:
Book A Human Design Session at https://umagirish.com/work-with-me Grief Group coming in the fall of 2024! Join the Waitlist | |||
| On Convincing Others | 13 Nov 2023 | 00:25:12 | |
I chanced upon a journal entry and knew right away that I needed to share it with you. In this episode I read this entry and share my thoughts on what it means to try to convince others, why we feel compelled to do it, and how we need to turn the inquiry inward. If anything in this episode spoke to you, do email me at uma@umagirish.com. I'd love to hear from you! | |||
| When A Couple Grow in Different Directions | 31 Oct 2025 | 00:35:27 | |
In this episode, I address the challenges that can surface in a long-term relationship when a couple grow in different directions. If there is enough love and respect in the marriage, but there are differences in how each partner views life, how do you stay committed and find mutuality? | |||
| How to Have Emotionally Hard Conversations | 05 Nov 2023 | 00:27:01 | |
This episode follows episode 23 so please be sure to listen in that order. Here I offer 5 reasons why emotional honesty is important and also share how I prepare for an emotionally hard conversation. Need to have a tough conversation and could use some support? Book a session by emailing uma@umagirish.com | |||
| 10 Reasons Why Emotional Honesty is Hard | 29 Oct 2023 | 00:32:54 | |
In this episode I address the 10 reasons why we struggle to have conversations where we need to speak our truth, state our needs, or hold someone accountable for their actions. There are tender, frightened parts of you that are trying to protect you from doing it. Your Human Design holds the key to understanding these parts of you. Book a Human Design Session at https://umagirish.com/work-with-me
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| Unable to Quit Social Media? It's Not Your Fault | 19 Oct 2023 | 00:24:31 | |
In this episode I explain why committing to get off social media, then going back, and blaming yourself for your lack of willpower is pointless. It's not your fault and you'll know why when you listen. The books that inspired me and tell the truth about social media addiction:
My earlier episode on the pod: Why I Quit Social Media Struggling on social media? Need some gentle support? Email me at uma@umagirish.com
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| Honor the Season You're In | 09 Oct 2023 | 00:25:58 | |
When we resist the season we're moving through, we create more suffering for ourselves. In this episode I share stories about what it means to honor the season you're moving through. | |||
| Self-Care During An International Move | 28 Aug 2023 | 00:24:49 | |
In this episode I share my self-care tips that help me stay calm and grounded as I navigate a big international move. We're taking a break at the end of Season 2 and will return with fresh episodes for Season 3. Check out my current offers at https://umagirish.com/work-with-me
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| We're Moving Back to Chicago! | 18 Aug 2023 | 00:35:59 | |
Big announcement in this episode! After three years in Düsseldorf, Germany we're moving back to suburban Chicago.
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| My Thoughts on Vulnerability | 08 Aug 2023 | 00:29:42 | |
Vulnerability is a buzzword these days. Especially as a marketing tactic that coaches promise will bring in more followers, clients, and income. I share my thoughts on vulnerability in this episode.
To work with me, visit https://umagirish.com/work-with-me | |||
| Truths Human Design Confirmed About Me | 29 Jul 2023 | 00:30:39 | |
Living life as a Human Design Projector has been a very satisfying experiment so far. Knowing the ebbs and flows of my energy; my strengths and shadows; my purpose and life of service; and how I am meant to make decisions has made all the difference. I experience more peace and flow in my life as a result of living this aligned life. In this episode I dive into the 7 truths Human Design confirmed about me. It still blows my mind how accurate a system this is and how trusting my body's wisdom has brought me rich and deep rewards. To understand the 5 Energy Types in Human Design: https://umagirish.com/2023/07/01/the-9-energy-centers-in-human-design/ To understand how to create opportunities with ease and flow for your type: https://umagirish.com/2023/06/12/human-design-strategy/ To understand how differently people are meant to follow their inner GPS is to make decisions: https://umagirish.com/2023/06/22/your-authority-in-human-design/ To book a Human Design reading: https://umagirish.com/work-with-me | |||
| Rituals In My Life | 19 Jul 2023 | 00:31:02 | |
In this episode, I unpack how my relationship with rituals evolved over time. Born and raised in southern India I brought a healthy rebellious spirit to practicing rituals that didn't feel meaningful to me. Now I love rituals because the practices I call rituals have little to do with complex astrology or cosmic alignment.
Work With Me: https://umagirish.com/work-with-me
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| My Top 5 Values | 09 Jul 2023 | 00:33:03 | |
In this episode I share the top 5 values that have served as my guideposts in 2023. Instead of a word-of-the-year I find it useful to think about 3-5 values that will help me show up for my work, relationships, well-being, and life in general with integrity and ease.
My two masterclasses on "Surrender" and "Boundaries": https://umagirish.com/shop2 Book a Human Design Session with me: https://umagirish.com/work-with-me | |||
| Reading A Chapter from Sacred Fire: Memoir of A Marriage | 14 Oct 2025 | 00:16:38 | |
This episode is me reading a section of the chapter called TRUST from my memoir Sacred Fire: Memoir of A Marriage. Buy Sacred Fire: https://umagirish.com/books | |||
| What Your Purpose Asks of You | 29 Jun 2023 | 00:38:51 | |
In this episode I share about how "finding" your purpose and "living" your purpose are two different things.
If something in this episode spoke to you, I'd love to know. Email me at uma@umagirish.com Losing Amma, Finding Home: https://umagirish.com/books | |||
| What's My Purpose? | 19 Jun 2023 | 00:33:01 | |
In this episode I speak about my obsession with "finding" my purpose, the arc of how my purpose evolved, and what it has grown to become today.
My memoir is "Losing Amma, Finding Home" and can be found at https://umagirish.com/books
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| How I Serve My Clients | 09 Jun 2023 | 00:32:09 | |
In this episode I unpack the 4 systems (Healing From Loss, Healing Generational Trauma, Human Design, and Soul Purpose Mentoring) that I support my clients with and my mentoring trajectory. I speak about how we can't see how one thing leads to the next, but when we trust the universe to lead us, everything flows as it is meant to.
My loss memoir: Losing Amma, Finding Home: A Memoir About Love, Loss, and Life's Detours Book a Human Design reading HERE Visit my BLOG If you have a difficult relationship with your mother, THIS may be for you | |||
| Going to School in India | 31 May 2023 | 00:26:12 | |
This episode is vignettes from my schooling experiences in southern India.
Get "10 Truths Your Soul Wants You to Know" at https://umagirish.com | |||
| A Morning Practice Just For Me | 28 Apr 2023 | 00:24:55 | |
Morning practices were all the rage a while ago. In this final episode of Season 1, I share how my morning practice has evolved over 14 years.
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| When Your Dream Dies | 18 Apr 2023 | 00:26:12 | |
A dream I held very dear died because the identity that had created the dream died. In this episode I unpack the story of why the dream died and what I understood about that process.
To book a 30-minute, commitment-free discovery call go to: https://umagirish.as.me/schedule.php?appointmentType=40021233 My transformational memoir Losing Amma, Finding Home: https://umagirish.com/books Book a Human Design reading with me at: https://umagirish.com/work-with-me If you need grief guidance sessions, please email uma@umagirish.com | |||
| Why I Quit Social Media | 08 Apr 2023 | 00:29:15 | |
This episode is all about the story of what led me to question my presence and eventually quit ALL social platforms.
Join my email community at https://umagirish.com/ https://www.amazon.com/Digital-Minimalism-Choosing-Focused-Noisy/dp/0525536515 by Cal Newport https://www.amazon.com/Rest-Resistance-Reclaiming-Divine-Right/dp/0316365211 by Tricia Hersey Find out more about Belinda Marie's work at https://soulandself.com/ Off The Grid, Amelia Hruby's outstanding podcast about doing business without social media is at https://www.softersounds.studio/off-the-grid | |||
| Spoken With Love | 29 Mar 2023 | 00:19:40 | |
In this episode, I share the story of how I was put in a situation where I had to take the stage and face an audience of 100 people when I was 22 years old.
I'm no longer on social media. You can stay connected with me in the following ways:
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| The Rebel Child | 19 Mar 2023 | 00:19:32 | |
This episode features two stories from my childhood.
Check out my 3 Human Design Offers at: https://umagirish.com/work-with-me | |||
| Birthing A Creative Project | 09 Mar 2023 | 00:26:14 | |
I read you a chapter from my memoir Losing Amma, Finding Home: A Memoir About Love, Loss, And Life's Detours.
Find my books at www.umagirish.com/books If you'd like a grief guidance session, please email uma@umagirish.com | |||
| Why I Wrote A Marriage Memoir | 30 Sep 2025 | 00:31:32 | |
In this episode, I share WHY I wrote a marriage memoir and how it was a soul summons I simply couldn't ignore any more. Sacred Fire: Memoir of A Marriage: https://umagirish.com/books Losing Amma, Finding Home: https://umagirish.com/books Subscribe to Light After Loss: https://umagirish.substack.com My Grief Work: https://umagirish.com/work-with-me | |||
| How Human Design Found Me | 27 Feb 2023 | 00:26:10 | |
When the time is right for something to enter my energy field, the universe gets my attention. This is the story of how Human Design found me. · My wound of "lazy" · How Jackie introduced me to Human Design · What is Human Design? · How knowing I am a Projector landed for me · The Projector aura · When I feel recognized and invited · What a HD reading with me includes To book a Human Design reading with me: https://umagirish.com/human-design-offerings/#partnership Check out Jackie Johnstone on Instagram: @jackiejohnstone I am an affiliate for Erin Claire Jones @humandesignblueprint | |||
| My Writing Journey (Part 2) | 17 Feb 2023 | 00:31:38 | |
In this episode I continue the story of how my writing journey evolved. * My first writer's group experience in suburban Chicago—and the 3 books I wrote with them * The mother who gave me the seed for my first novel * How effortlessly a Hay House contract dropped into my lap * The importance of connecting with my WHY * Lessons and insights from my writing trajectory www.umagirish.com/books Find my books here! If you've enjoyed these episodes please subscribe so you don't miss any of my upcoming episodes and share it with your friends | |||
| My Writing Journey (Part 1) | 07 Feb 2023 | 00:18:44 | |
In Part 1 of this episode, I share how my writing journey began as an innocent love for words. I couldn't have mapped this journey. I didn't have a word for it back then, but I know now that "trust" guided the way.
Website: www.umagirish.com Music: Forest Lullaby by Lesfm | |||
| My Grandmother's Love | 28 Jan 2023 | 00:18:48 | |
The first episode of Being Fully Me is dedicated to fond memories of my paternal grandmother whom I call Thaathi. You'll hear me share about:
This is my way of saying a giant thank-you to my beloved grandma who didn't live to see all that I continue to create. Website: www.umagirish.com Music: Forest Lullaby by Lesfm | |||