The Wu Wei Wisdom Podcast is a weekly conversation about life challenges and life lessons, emotional and spiritual health issues, and tools to help you live in effortless flow - ‘wu wei’. The ancient Taoist principle of wu wei is little understood in the West, and we believe it’s the secret to health and happiness in modern life! Your hosts are David James Lees, an ordained Taoist monk, emotional and spiritual health teacher and consultant, and Alexandra Lees, a mindset and business coach. I ...
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The Quiet Power of Being Humble | Why Humility Is Your Strength | Tao Dialogues
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18:57In this Tao Dialogues episode, David explores the gentle, often misunderstood power of being humble. Have you ever thought that being humble makes you weak? Do you find yourself confused between setting healthy boundaries and being submissive? Or perhaps you wonder if humility and ambition can ever walk the same path? Humility is often mistaken for…
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Everything Will Be OK | Guided Meditation on Learning to Trust
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27:09In this meditation, we gently explore the roots of our need for control and rediscover that trust, not certainty, is our natural sanctuary. Together, we will reconnect with the Inner Child, offer it compassion, and remind ourselves that we are already whole, safe, and enough. With Taoist monk and teacher, David James Lees. ⚠️ PLEASE DO NOT LISTEN T…
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Stop Trying to Control Everything! How to Trust Life More
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31:10Discover how to trust more, stop resisting life and start flowing with it! Have you ever felt like you're clinging to control just to feel safe? What if that need wasn’t a flaw, but a message from deep within, from your Inner Child, quietly asking for reassurance? In this Life Lesson, we explore how to guide your Inner Child from control to trust a…
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Letting Go of the Past | How to Release Old Hurt, Resentment and Injustice | Tao Dialogues
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24:55In this Tao Dialogues episode, David explores how to let go of the past. Have you ever caught yourself replaying an old hurt, long after the moment has passed? Do you ever believe that holding onto the pain somehow holds others accountable? Or wonder if releasing your grip might let the world “get away” with what should never have happened? These a…
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Golden Thread Process Guided Meditation (Includes Powerful Inner Child Work)
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26:19This guided meditation will introduce you to the Golden Thread Process and Inner Child healing work. It will help you manage painful emotions and reconnect with a deeper, calmer, and more authentic part of you - with Taoist monk and teacher, David James Lees. ⚠️ PLEASE DO NOT LISTEN TO THIS MEDITATION WHILE DRIVING OR OPERATING MACHINERY This medit…
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The Golden Thread Process | Master Your Emotions
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27:50Have you ever felt stuck in emotional overwhelm—caught in anxiety, stress, or self-doubt—without truly knowing why? Those emotions are not your enemies but messengers, gently pointing you toward a more profound truth. In this episode, we explore one of the most powerful practices in Wu Wei Wisdom — the Golden Thread Process. This isn’t just therapy…
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Reparenting Your Inner Child | Become a Loving Parent to Your Inner Child | Tao Dialogues
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17:05In this Tao Dialogues episode, David explores how to reconnect with and reparent your Inner Child. Do you ever sense that your emotional issues echo an unmet need from long ago? Have you questioned whether it’s genuinely possible to heal your past without reliving the pain? Are you ready to be the one who finally says to your Inner Child: “You are …
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You Are Safe | Guided Meditation for Emotional Freedom
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26:14Do you struggle with emotional openness? Many people build emotional shields to protect themselves from pain and disappointment. In this meditation, we'll explore how you can dismantle these walls of protection so you can enjoy a happier and more meaningful life - with Taoist monk and teacher, David James Lees. ⚠️ PLEASE DO NOT LISTEN TO THIS MEDIT…
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Understand and Manage Emotional Hypervigilance So You Can Open Yourself Up to Life
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27:38Have you created an emotional shield to protect yourself from pain and disappointment? Learn to understand and manage your emotional hypervigilance so you can open yourself up to life. Many people are governed by their emotions, reacting to worst-case scenarios and future-proofing against upset, which can lead to overthinking, hypervigilance, and a…
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You Can Cope | Reclaiming Your Resilience | Tao Dialogues
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21:58In this Tao Dialogues episode, David explores the topic of personal resilience and how to break free from the illusion of helplessness. How often do you hear the words, “I can’t cope,” echoing from the depths of your mind? Do you mistake emotional discomfort for incapability, allowing fear to weave a web of avoidance? How can we step off the carous…
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Silence Your Inner-Critic | Guided Meditation
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29:13This guided meditation will help you quieten your inner critic, so you can enjoy a life of contentment and gratitude - with Taoist monk and teacher, David James Lees. ⚠️ PLEASE DO NOT LISTEN TO THIS MEDITATION WHILST DRIVING OR OPERATING MACHINERY This meditation can be practised daily or whenever you need it. Learn more about our online consultati…
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Beat Your Inner Critic: Stop Comparing Yourself With Others!
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29:33Discover how to manage your inner critic, allowing you to experience a life of contentment and gratitude. In this episode, we deep dive into a topic that affects us all: the inner critic. This part of us often leads to negative self-comparisons and feelings of inadequacy. But why is it there, and how can we deal with it? Let's explore... With your …
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You Live In Abundance | How to Remove the Blocks to Your Abundance | Tao Dialogues
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25:56In this Tao Dialogues episode, David explores the topic of abundance. Have you ever wondered why certain beliefs keep you trapped in a cycle of self-doubt? Do your emotions dictate your choices, leading you to the same frustrations? Are you ready to break free from the Carousel of Despair and embrace a life of flow and authenticity? Imagine standin…
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Guided Meditation For Deep Self-Reflection
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26:12This guided meditation explores self-reflection and how better understanding your thoughts and emotions can help you gain greater insight and clarity in your life decisions and choices - with Taoist monk and teacher, David James Lees. ⚠️ PLEASE DO NOT LISTEN TO THIS MEDITATION WHILST DRIVING OR OPERATING MACHINERY This meditation can be practised d…
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The Power of Self-Reflection | How to Master Your Mindset and Emotions
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23:15Discover why self-reflection is the key to greater clarity, emotional balance, and a deeper connection to your inner wisdom. Have you ever felt overwhelmed by your thoughts and emotions, unsure why you react the way you do? In our fast-paced world, we rarely take the time to pause and truly understand ourselves. In this episode, you’ll learn why se…
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Trusting the Unknown | How to Eliminate Fear of Uncertainty & Trust The Process | Tao Dialogues
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24:06In this Tao Dialogues episode, David explores how to trust the unknown and embrace uncertainty. Have you ever struggled with the fear of uncertainty? Do you grasp for control, only to feel more frustrated and stuck? What if the key to freedom is not in forcing answers but in trusting the unfolding of life? This episode provides answers to these que…
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Discover Your Authentic Self | Inner Child Guided Meditation
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26:46A powerful guided meditation to help you set powerful intentions and affirmations for creating the life of your dreams - with Taoist monk and teacher, David James Lees. ⚠️ PLEASE DO NOT LISTEN TO THIS MEDITATION WHILE DRIVING OR OPERATING MACHINERY This meditation can be practised daily or whenever you need it. Learn more about our online consultat…
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How to Be Your True Authentic Self
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36:18Learn how to identify and honour your true, authentic, spiritual self so you can unlock your greatest potential. Authenticity means navigating life with a balance of human experience and spiritual awareness. Your spiritual side serves as a wise inner-guide, helping you navigate life authentically. It prevents you from being led by ego-driven fears …
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Embracing Vulnerability | Be Courageously You | Tao Dialogues
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26:19In this Tao Dialogues episode, David explores emotional vulnerability. Have you ever wondered why you shield yourself from vulnerability? Have you convinced yourself that your protective armour keeps you safe when, in truth, it imprisons you and denies you genuine connection and growth? This episode explores how to choose openness over fear, authen…
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Guided Meditation for Creating and Shaping an Authentic Life
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33:51A powerful guided meditation to help you set powerful intentions and affirmations for creating the life of your dreams - with Taoist monk and teacher, David James Lees. ⚠️ PLEASE DO NOT LISTEN TO THIS MEDITATION WHILE DRIVING OR OPERATING MACHINERY This meditation can be practised daily or whenever you need it. Learn more about our online consultat…
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How to Create Powerful Affirmations and Intentions
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32:44Learn how to create powerful affirmations and intentions that will boost your life! In this episode, we're diving into affirmations and intention setting—two tools that can support your personal growth. Let's explore how to create authentic and effective affirmations and intentions that align with the natural flow of life. With your hosts, David Ja…
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The Power of Self-Love and Self-Compassion | Learning to Love Yourself | Tao Dialogues
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18:18In this Tao Dialogues, David explores the topic of self-love and self-compassion. Have you ever wondered why you find it easy to love others but struggle to direct that same love inward? Do you often seek validation from external sources, believing your worth must be earned? Have you ever felt disconnected from yourself, as if your emotions and tho…
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Overcome The Fear of Failure – Powerful Guided Meditation
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31:28A powerful guided meditation to help you overcome fear of failure and become confident in your worth and potential - with Taoist monk and teacher, David James Lees. ⚠️ PLEASE DO NOT LISTEN TO THIS MEDITATION WHILST DRIVING OR OPERATING MACHINERY This meditation can be practised daily or whenever you need it. Learn more about our online consultation…
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How to Stop Fear of Failure | You CAN Cope!
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35:05Learn how to manage and resolve the fear of failure and become confident in your worth and potential. This episode explores the fear of failure and how it impacts our lives. Often, life can seem like a race to succeed, and when we stumble, self-doubt creeps in. But fear of failure isn't something to be conquered; it’s something to understand. Failu…
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Awakening to Your Inner Greatness | The Courage to Be YOU! | Tao Dialogues
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25:33In this episode David explores limiting beliefs, self-worth and valuing yourself. Within us lies a wellspring of limitless potential - discover how to honour your true essence and create your reality with love, courage, and brilliance. It is your birthright to shine! Read the blog post that inspired this episode: https://davidjameslees.substack.com…
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