Back To Self

The Soulshine Therapist (Sian)
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Back To Self is a psycho-spiritual podcast for those who are self-aware, spiritually curious, and seeking deeper alignment within. If you feel quietly disconnected or unfulfilled, this space is for you. Blending therapeutic insight, accessible spirituality, real conversation and seasonal astrology, each episode invites you to slow down, reconnect, and return to yourself with more compassion, clarity, and self-trust.

  1. 4d ago

    The Inner Critic: Where It Comes From and Why It’s Never Satisfied

    Why is your inner critic never satisfied, even when you do exactly what it asks? In this episode of Back To Self, Sian explores what the inner critic is, where it may come from and the protective role hidden beneath its harsh, shaming voice. Through a compassionate therapeutic lens, you’ll learn how critical self-talk can be shaped by childhood experiences, relationships, school, work and wider cultural expectations. Sian unpacks how the inner critic can fuel perfectionism, people-pleasing, overthinking, overachievement, self-consciousness and emotional withdrawal — gradually disconnecting you from your needs, values, intuition and sense of self. You’ll also be invited into gentle reflection to help you recognise when your inner critic becomes loudest, the language and tactics it uses, how it shows up in your body and what it may be trying to protect you from. This is part one of a two-part conversation. In part two, Sian will share practical ways to work with your inner critic with greater curiosity, self-compassion and choice. Thanks for listening 🙏🏽🩷  🗓️New episodes every Thursday 🎙️Follow now to join the conversation   🩷Connect with me 📸 Instagram: www.instagram.com/the.soulshine.therapist👩🏽‍💻Website: ⁠⁠www.thesoulshinetherapist.co.uk📧 Email: ⁠⁠sian@thesoulshinetherapist.co.uk 🛎️InsightTimer: https://insighttimer.com/thesoulshinetherapist Disclaimer: Just to say, this podcast isn’t therapy or a replacement for professional support. Although I am a therapist, I show up here as myself- sharing ideas and experiences. If you are struggling, I’d encourage you to seek support with a registered mental health professional.

    The Inner Critic: Where It Comes From and Why It’s Never Satisfied

  2. Aug 20

    Back To Self in Virgo Season

    What can Virgo season teach us about perfectionism, self-criticism and the pressure to always improve? ♍  In this episode of Back To Self, Sian explores the deeper psychological and spiritual meaning of Virgo energy—moving beyond familiar stereotypes to uncover its gifts, challenges and invitation for personal growth. Drawing on her experience as a Virgo Sun with a Virgo stellium, Sian reflects on the empowered and shadow expressions of this mutable earth sign: discernment, problem-solving, service and healthy routines, alongside a loud inner critic, impossible expectations, unsolicited fixing and the persistent feeling of never being good enough. Whether you’re a Virgo Sun, Moon or Rising, have strong Virgo placements, or simply want to understand the Virgo energy within yourself and the people you love, this episode offers a compassionate psycho-spiritual perspective. This isn’t predictive astrology. It’s an invitation to use Virgo season as a mirror- helping you soften your inner critic, reconnect with supportive habits and find a healthier balance between caring for others and caring for yourself. If this episode resonates, follow Back To Self and leave a rating to help more spiritually curious listeners discover the podcast.   Thanks for listening 🙏🏽🩷 🗓️New episodes every Thursday 🎙️Follow now to join the conversation   🩷Connect with me 📸 Instagram: www.instagram.com/the.soulshine.therapist👩🏽‍💻Website: ⁠www.thesoulshinetherapist.co.uk⁠ 📧 Email: ⁠sian@thesoulshinetherapist.co.uk⁠🛎️InsightTimer: https://insighttimer.com/thesoulshinetherapist  Disclaimer: Just to say, this podcast isn’t therapy or a replacement for professional support. Although I am a therapist, I show up here as myself- sharing ideas and experiences. If you are struggling, I’d encourage you to seek support with a registered mental health professional.

    Back To Self in Virgo Season

  3. Aug 20 ·  Bonus

    Spiritual Law of Expectation

    How do your expectations shape what you notice, the choicesyou make and what you believe is possible?  In this bonus episode of Back To Self, Sian explores thespiritual law of expectation, inspired by Dan Millman’s book The Laws of Spirit. Through a grounded psycho-spiritual lens, she examines how our expectations influence the way we experience ourselves, our relationships and the world around us. Expectations can give us direction, strengthen hope and help us recognise what matters. But they can also become rigid standards that fuel perfectionism, self-criticism, resentment and the painful feeling that we should be further ahead. You’ll explore: The difference between supportive standards andunrealistic expectationsHow family, culture, gender and social timelines shape what we expect of ourselvesThe relationship between limiting beliefs, expectations and self-fulfilling propheciesWhy expecting rejection, failure or disappointment can influence our choicesHow low expectations may protect us while also limiting hope and possibilityWhy forced positivity and unbelievable affirmations can become another form of self-overrideHow to create realistic “bridge” beliefs that feel both expansive and emotionally safeA guided expectation audit with reflective questions and journal prompts This episode doesn’t suggest that difficult experiences are caused by negative thinking or that we manifest harm through having the wrong expectations. Instead, it offers acompassionate invitation to become curious about the expectations you carry: where they came from, how they may have protected you and whether they still support the person you are becoming. If you struggle with perfectionism or impossible standards, this episode will help you gently reconsider the stories through which you meet your life.  You may not control everything that happens, but you can begin to question whether your old expectations are still true—and make space for something different to become possible. Listen alongside the Back To Self Virgo season episode for a deeper exploration of perfectionism, self-expectation and the inner critic.  If this episode resonates, follow Back To Self and leave arating to help more spiritually curious listeners discover the podcast. Thanks for listening 🙏🏽🩷 🗓️New episodes every Thursday 🎙️Follow now to join the conversation 🩷Connect with me 📸Instagram: www.instagram.com/the.soulshine.therapist 👩🏽‍💻Website: ⁠⁠www.thesoulshinetherapist.co.uk 📧Email: ⁠⁠sian@thesoulshinetherapist.co.uk 🛎️InsightTimer: https://insighttimer.com/thesoulshinetherapist  Disclaimer: Just to say, this podcast isn’t therapy or a replacement for professional support. Although I am a therapist, I show up here as myself- sharing ideas and experiences. If you are struggling, I’d encourage you to seek support with a registered mental health professional.

    Spiritual Law of Expectation

  4. Aug 13

    Becoming Your Future Self: Identity, Beliefs and Embodied Change

    Who are you becoming — and what might change if you began with your identity rather than forcing yourself to take more action? In this episode of Back To Self, Sian explores how future-self visualisation can help you create meaningful, lasting change from the inside out. Inspired by a recent retreat with the Soulshine Sister Circle, she shares a different approach to manifestation: becoming clear about who you want to be before focusing on what you need to do. You’ll be guided to explore the identity, inner stories, beliefs, emotions and daily habits of your future self — whether you’re longing to feel more confident, create healthier boundaries, release perfectionism, stop people-pleasing, live with greater authenticity or something else completely. Together, we explore: Why taking action alone does not always create lasting changeHow your identity shapes your thoughts, emotions and behaviourThe importance of understanding the deeper “why” behind your desiresHow to recognise the stories and beliefs keeping you stuckPractical reflection questions to help you connect with your future selfHow to begin embodying the person you are becoming today This is a gentle invitation to move beyond daydreaming and begin building a more compassionate, grounded relationship with the version of you you are becoming, the version of you who already feels worthy, supported and at home in herself. Thanks for listening 🙏🏽🩷  🗓️New episodes every Thursday 🎙️Follow now to join the conversation   🩷Connect with me 📸 Instagram: @the.soulshine.therapist 👩🏽‍💻Website: ⁠www.thesoulshinetherapist.co.uk⁠ 📧 Email: ⁠sian@thesoulshinetherapist.co.uk⁠ Disclaimer: Just to say, this podcast isn’t therapy or a replacement for professional support. Although I am a therapist, I show up here as myself- sharing ideas and experiences. If you are struggling, I’d encourage you to seek support with a registered mental health professional.

    Becoming Your Future Self: Identity, Beliefs and Embodied Change

  5. Aug 6

    Why You Still Feel Stuck in Your Healing Journey — Even When You Know Your Patterns

    What happens when you understand your patterns, know where they came from, and have consumed all the therapy books, healing podcasts and self-development content — but still find yourself reacting in the same ways? In this episode of Back To Self, Sian explores why self-awareness does not always lead to emotional healing and lasting change. You may recognise your people-pleasing, perfectionism, attachment wounds or inner critic, yet still struggle to respond differently when your nervous system feels threatened or overwhelmed. Together, we explore the difference between intellectually understanding yourself and truly integrating what you know. Sian shares why insight alone is not always enough, how healing culture can become another source of pressure and self-criticism, and why information overload may be keeping your nervous system dysregulated rather than helping you grow. You’ll also hear about: Why knowing your patterns is not the same as changing themHow intellectualising can create distance from difficult emotionsWhy healing requires safety, repetition and small new choicesThe relationship between self-criticism, shame and feeling stuckWhy rest and living your life are essential parts of integrationHow relational wounds may need to heal through safe connectionA simple reflective practice to use when consuming healing content This episode is a compassionate reminder that you are not behind, broken or failing at healing. Sometimes the next step is not more information, but more space, patience, self-compassion and support. Thanks for listening 🙏🏽🩷  🗓️New episodes every Thursday 🎙️Follow now to join the conversation 🩷Connect with me 📸 Instagram: @the.soulshine.therapist 👩🏽‍💻Website: ⁠www.thesoulshinetherapist.co.uk⁠ 📧 Email: ⁠sian@thesoulshinetherapist.co.uk⁠ Disclaimer: Just to say, this podcast isn’t therapy or areplacement for professional support. Although I am a therapist, I show up here as myself- sharing ideas and experiences. If you are struggling, I’d encourage you to seek support with a registered mental health professional.

    Why You Still Feel Stuck in Your Healing Journey — Even When You Know Your Patterns

  6. Jul 30

    You’re Not Bad at Meditation: ADHD, Trauma, Perfectionism & Finding What Works with Mima Cornish

    Have you ever tried meditation and decided you were bad at it? In this episode of Back To Self, Sian is joined by integrative counsellor, holistic therapist and qualified meditation leader Mima Cornish for a grounded conversation about making meditation accessible, adaptable and safe. Together, Sian and Mima explore meditation for ADHD and busy minds, the difference between mindfulness and meditation, and why distraction does not mean that yourpractice has failed. They also discuss perfectionism, the inner critic, embodiment, spiritual safety and how meditation can be adapted for people affected by trauma. This episode is an invitation to move away from rigid rules and towards a more compassionate, trauma-aware and individual relationship with meditation- one that honours your nervous system, your autonomy and your real life. In this conversation: Why you don’t need to empty your mind to meditateMeditation techniques for ADHD and neurodivergent mindsHow to work with distractions, thoughts and outside noiseTrauma-informed meditation and creating a sense of safetyMindfulness versus meditationGuided visualisation, embodiment and spiritual escapismHow to begin meditating without pressure or perfection Thanks for listening 🙏🏽🩷 🗓️New episodes every Thursday 🎙️Follow now to join the conversation 🩷Connect with me 📸 Instagram: @the.soulshine.therapist 👩🏽‍💻Website: ⁠www.thesoulshinetherapist.co.uk⁠ 📧 Email: ⁠sian@thesoulshinetherapist.co.uk⁠🛎️ InsightTimer (FREE Meditations): https://insighttimer.com/thesoulshinetherapist  🩷Connect with Mima 📸 Instagram: @mima_hedgerosehealer 👩🏽‍💻Website: www.hedgerosehealing.com📧 Email: ⁠mima@hedgerosehealing.com🌐YouTube (FREE Meditations):https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClEExmdgAhdX3olEciBTLkA  Disclaimer: Just to say, this podcast isn’t therapy or areplacement for professional support. Although I am a therapist, I show up here as myself- sharing ideas and experiences. If you are struggling, I’d encourage you to seek support with a registered mental health professional.

    You’re Not Bad at Meditation: ADHD, Trauma, Perfectionism & Finding What Works with Mima Cornish

  7. Jul 23

    The Spiritual Law of Integrity: Living Our Truth

    What does it really mean to live with integrity?  In this bonus episode of Back To Self, Sian explores thespiritual law of integrity through the heart-led energy of Leo season. Rather than viewing integrity simply as honesty or doing theright thing, this episode invites you to understand it as inner wholeness: when your thoughts, emotions, body, energy, values and actions begin moving in the same direction. Sian explores why it can feel difficult to live authentically when people-pleasing, fear of judgement, shame, culturalconditioning and old survival patterns have taught you to disconnect from your truth. She also shares personal reflections on beauty standards, spirituality and learning to bring every part of herself into a more honest, integratedrelationship. You’ll discover how living out of alignment can contributeto overthinking, resentment, burnout, self-doubt and disconnection- and how small, compassionate acts of integrity can help you rebuild self-trust. This episode is an invitation to notice where your inner andouter worlds may have become divided — and to consider one small act of integrity that could help you return to yourself this week.   Thanks for listening 🙏🏽🩷 🗓️New episodes every Thursday 🎙️Follow now to join the conversation 🩷Connect with me 📸 Instagram: @the.soulshine.therapist 👩🏽‍💻Website: ⁠www.thesoulshinetherapist.co.uk⁠ 📧 Email: ⁠sian@thesoulshinetherapist.co.uk⁠ Disclaimer: Just to say, this podcast isn’t therapy or areplacement for professional support. Although I am a therapist, I show up here as myself- sharing ideas and experiences. If you are struggling, I’d encourage you to seek support with a registered mental health professional.

    The Spiritual Law of Integrity: Living Our Truth

  8. Jul 23

    Back To Self in Leo Season

    Leo season invites us to reconnect with our confidence,creativity, joy and authentic self-expression- but what happens when our need to be seen becomes tangled with approval, performance or self-doubt? In this episode of Back To Self, Sian explores the psycho-spiritual meaning of Leo season and how Leo energy can support you in returning to your inner light. Moving beyond predictions and traditional horoscopes, thisreflective astrology episode looks at Leo as an archetype of identity, self-esteem, courage, play, personal power and the desire to be fully seen for who we are. Sian shares gentle practices to help you celebrate yourself,reconnect with what brought you joy as a child, soften your inner critic and reflect on the question: “What is my light?” You don’t need to be a Leo to connect with this episode. Weall carry Leo energy somewhere within our birth chart, and this season offers each of us an opportunity to explore where we may be dimming our light, seeking approval or longing to feel more confident in who we are. This is an invitation to stop performing, listen inward andremember that you do not need to become more extraordinary to be worthy of being seen.   Thanks for listening 🙏🏽🩷  🗓️New episodes every Thursday 🎙️Follow now to join the conversation 🩷Connect with me 📸 Instagram: @the.soulshine.therapist 👩🏽‍💻Website: ⁠www.thesoulshinetherapist.co.uk⁠ 📧 Email: ⁠sian@thesoulshinetherapist.co.uk⁠ Disclaimer: Just to say, this podcast isn’t therapy or areplacement for professional support. Although I am a therapist, I show up here as myself- sharing ideas and experiences. If you are struggling, I’d encourage you to seek support with a registered mental health professional.

    Back To Self in Leo Season
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Back To Self is a psycho-spiritual podcast for those who are self-aware, spiritually curious, and seeking deeper alignment within. If you feel quietly disconnected or unfulfilled, this space is for you. Blending therapeutic insight, accessible spirituality, real conversation and seasonal astrology, each episode invites you to slow down, reconnect, and return to yourself with more compassion, clarity, and self-trust.

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  • Creator
    The Soulshine Therapist (Sian)
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    30
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © The Soulshine Therapist (Sian)
  • Show Website
    Back To Self

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