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Smita Joshi - Award-Winning Author

Karma & Diamonds

Catalyst For Transformation

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UK’s Daily Mail writes an excellent article on Smita’s view on the power of breathing and meditation

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I’m honoured to be featured as a trailblazer among British South Asian women podcasters for Diwali Divas 2025. Through my platform, The Self Discovery Channel, I bridge ancient wisdom with modern consciousness—exploring emotional healing, self-mastery, and inner awakening in powerful conversations with thought leaders and through my own reflections.

My podcast takes listeners on a transformative journey inward, offering practical insights for peace, purpose, and authentic living. I believe that true abundance begins with self-awareness and grows as we share our light with others.

MMP Talks

Smita Joshi recently took the MMP stage with her powerful talk, Can Yoga Be Weaponised?  In this captivating presentation, she explores how yoga can go beyond the physical, becoming a transformative tool for mastering the mind and emotions. Watch now to discover a fresh perspective on yoga’s potential to empower and elevate.

Meet Smita

In her two-and-a-half-decade corporate career, Smita worked with C-suite leaders of global industry giants, winning and delivering multi-million-dollar contracts—including a landmark $1 billion deal. She was a pioneer in bringing India’s Information Technology Services into the core operations of major British and European corporations, reshaping industry paradigms.

Alongside my corporate career, I became a life coach and led personal transformation programmes to groups of hundreds at a time. As a TV presenter and host of The Self Discovery Channel,  she has interviewed global thought leaders and gurus, entrepreneurs and politicians. A devoted practitioner,  Smita is also a certified yoga teacher and transformation coach.  She’s married and lives in London.

Follow a young woman’s gripping journey of Self-discovery across continents and lifetimes as she struggles to conquer life’s conflicts … then she starts heeding the inner voice …
Dive into Smita’s curated collection of guided meditations, inspired by a lifetime of personal practice and ancestral wisdom. Whether you’re seeking inner peace, clarity, or a deeper connection to your inner Self, each audio offers a unique pathway to mindfulness and spiritual growth. Designed for both novices and seasoned meditators, Smita’s audios provide the perfect backdrop for introspection and self-discovery. Embrace the serenity and let Smita guide your inner journey.
Smita Joshi offers a transformative mentoring and coaching experience. She guides individuals to elevate their leadership potential and achieve significant breakthroughs in their chosen fields. Through her program, participants learn to silence disruptive ‘mind monkey noise’, challenge limiting beliefs, and harness insights beyond everyday consciousness. Smita’s holistic approach ensures decisions align with one’s authentic self, leading to internal and external satisfaction.
Smita Joshi stands out as a British-Indian orator, renowned for her ability to captivate and inspire audiences. Drawing from her rich tapestry of experiences, she seamlessly bridges the wisdom of Eastern spirituality with the practicalities of Western insights. With over twenty years in the realm of personal transformation, Smita’s talks resonate deeply, providing listeners with transformative perspectives and actionable insights. Whether it’s about self-discovery, purpose-driven living, or the intersection of ancient wisdom and modern challenges, her speeches are a beacon of enlightenment and motivation. As a speaker, Smita doesn’t just communicate; she connects, leaving her audience invigorated, enlightened, and empowered.
Yoga is not just a physical practice but a transformative journey of the mind, body, and soul. Originating from ancient traditions and deeply rooted in spiritual philosophy, yoga offers a holistic approach to well-being. Beyond the asanas or postures, it integrates breath control, meditation, and moral disciplines to harmonize the inner and outer self. In the words of the Bhagavad Gita, “Yoga is the journey of the self, through the self, to the Self.” Embracing yoga means embarking on a path of self-discovery, promoting mental clarity, physical strength, and spiritual enlightenment. Whether you’re a novice or a seasoned practitioner, yoga provides a sanctuary of balance and peace in our often chaotic world.
The Self-Discovery Channel – be inspired and connect to the “Real You” beyond the noise of your mind, the chaos of life.

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Calm Your Mind: No matter where you are, find yourself in Nature to enjoy the Elements. Let the Elements gently sweep away the debris gathered from your day. These are meditation experiences, rich guided visualisations, that seduce even a non-meditator to relax into a space of deep calm.

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  • Death isn't an accident.
Death is a contract.

Some spiritual traditions believe that before we're born, our soul chooses certain experiences and moments that shape our life.

One belief is that there are key moments where life could have ended, yet somehow it didn't.

Maybe you've walked away from a serious accident. Maybe you've survived an illness that nobody could fully explain. Maybe there was a moment where things could have gone very differently.

Some people see these moments as luck.
Others believe they happen for a reason.

They believe that when life gives us another chance, it's because our journey isn't yet complete.
There is still something to learn, someone to meet or something we're here to contribute.
Whether you believe that or not, surviving something life-changing often shifts your perspective.

It changes what matters.
It changes how you spend your time.
It changes who you become.

Perhaps the question isn't why you survived.
Perhaps it's what you're going to do with the life you've been given.

#deathandlife #soulpurpose #spiritualawakening #lifeafterdeath #soulcontracts #karmaanddiamonds #smitajoshi
  • Pay attention to what keeps coming back into your life.
ㅤ
The interests you can't let go of, the ideas you keep returning to and the work that feels important even when it's difficult. Sometimes purpose is something that's been in front of you all along...
ㅤ
#soulpurpose #purpose #selfdiscovery #growth #smitajoshi #karmaanddiamonds
  • 𝗗𝗢𝗘𝗦 𝗛𝗘 𝗠𝗔𝗞𝗘 𝗬𝗢𝗨 𝗙𝗘𝗘𝗟 𝗟𝗜𝗞𝗘 𝗧𝗛𝗜𝗦? 💔

1️⃣ You question yourself.
You replay conversations wondering if you misunderstood what happened. You stop trusting your own memory because every disagreement leaves you feeling confused.

2️⃣ You feel on edge more often than not.
Even when you're apart, you find yourself worrying about his mood, what he'll say or whether you've done something wrong. Living like that becomes exhausting.

3️⃣ You explain yourself constantly.
You feel the need to justify your thoughts, your feelings and even small decisions because you're used to being challenged or misunderstood.

4️⃣ You carry the blame.
When something goes wrong, you automatically look at yourself first. Over time you start believing it's your job to keep the relationship stable, even when the problems aren't yours to fix.

5️⃣ You don't recognise yourself anymore.
You've become quieter. You think twice before speaking. You avoid bringing things up because it feels easier than dealing with the reaction.

6️⃣ You still want his approval.
Even after being hurt, part of you still hopes he'll finally understand you, choose you or treat you differently. That hope can be difficult to let go of.

7️⃣ You feel emotionally drained.
You spend so much time managing the relationship that there's very little energy left for yourself. You stop asking what you need because you're too busy trying to keep everything together.

If this feels familiar, it doesn't automatically mean you're in a narcissistic relationship. It does mean something about the relationship isn't working for you.

Pay attention to how you feel when you're with someone. Have you ever experienced any of the above?

#narcissist #toxicrelationship #smitajoshi
  • Most people don't realise that their pain is directly related to their purpose... do you agree?

#lifepurpose #souljourney #smitajoshi #karmaanddiamonds #corewounds
  • Many strong emotional attachments have very little to do with love…
ㅤ
Sometimes the bond remains because there are unanswered questions, unresolved hurt, or a part of you still trying to make sense of what happened. 
ㅤ
Do you have a soul tie you can’t let go of?
ㅤ
#soulties #healingjourney #selfawareness #movingon
  • Step-by-step guide:

1️⃣ Set aside 30 minutes in a quiet place.
It could be your car, a library, a park or anywhere you can think without distractions. Give yourself permission to be honest with your answers.

2️⃣ Answer these 5 questions and write down your responses:
• What makes me feel most alive?
• What gives me a sense of fulfilment?
• What am I naturally good at?
• What am I passionate about?
• What do people usually come to me for?

3️⃣ Look for patterns in your answers.
Notice which themes keep coming up. Sometimes the things that matter most to us have been there all along, we just haven't stopped long enough to recognise them.

4️⃣ Choose the one that stands out the most and commit to exploring it for the next 3 months.
Read about it. Listen to podcasts. Take a course. Speak to people who are already doing it. Most importantly, put it into practice. Whether that's starting a business, offering a service or simply sharing your knowledge, experience comes from doing.

5️⃣ After 3 months, check in with yourself.
Ask yourself:
• Does this make me happy?
• Am I growing?
• Can I see myself doing this long term?

If the answer is no, that's okay. Go back to what you found out in Step 3 and look at the next thing that resonates with you.

Finding your purpose is about getting to know yourself well enough to recognise what gives your life meaning. The more honest you are with yourself, the clearer your direction becomes.

#purpose #lifepurpose #souljourney #smitajoshi #karmaanddiamonds
  • When Shakti enters your life, she doesn’t arrive with noise - she arrives with high vibrational frequency.
ㅤ
She has a quiet way of changing the people around her.
ㅤ
She doesn't try to fix you or tell you whom to become. Instead, she lets you experience her presence and in doing so, you are hooked! Her energy and vibe is attractive - light yet real.
ㅤ
You want to connect with her ... and your higher Self ... more and more.
You leave her presence feeling clearer, calmer and more honest about who you are.
ㅤ
Here are 10 signs you've met someone with that kind of energy:
ㅤ
1️⃣ You feel calmer around her.
You don't feel like you have to prove yourself or perform. You can be yourself.
2️⃣ She sees beyond appearances.
She isn't interested in status or image. She notices who you are underneath all of that.
3️⃣ She brings out the best in you.
You find yourself wanting to grow, not because she's asking you to, but because she inspires it in you.
4️⃣ You find it easier to be open.
Conversations feel genuine and you don't feel judged for being honest about what going on with you.
5️⃣ She tells the truth with kindness.
She doesn't say what you want to hear. She says what you need to hear, and she says it with care.
6️⃣ She helps you trust yourself.
Instead of giving you all the answers, she asks the questions that help you find your own.
7️⃣ She isn't unsettled by your difficult moments.
She doesn't rush to fix you or turn away when you're struggling. She stays present without making your emotions about her, regardless of what's going o for her.
8️⃣ You leave feeling lighter.
After spending time with her, your mind feels clearer and life feels a little less overwhelming.
9️⃣ She reminds you of your strengths.
She notices parts of you that you've forgotten and reflects them back to you.
🔟 You feel more like yourself after meeting her.
The people who have the biggest impact on our lives don't usually change who we are. They help us remember our deeper Self. .
ㅤ
Perhaps Shakti isn't only someone we meet.
She's something we learn to own and embody within ourselves.
ㅤ
#shakti #smitajoshi #innerdiamond #karmaanddiamonds #divinefeminine #goddesswithin
  • Many of us stay attached to someone because we’re still trying to get answers we never received.
ㅤ
We’re still trying to understand what happened, why it happened, or why someone we cared about treated them the way they did.
ㅤ
Thinking about someone isn't always a sign that they're your person. Sometimes it's a sign that part of the experience still needs to be processed and understood.
ㅤ
#soulties #healingjourney #relationshiphealing #movingon
  • Can you relate?
ㅤ
#relatable #relationships #friends #girl #women
  • A lot of people think karma means watching someone suffer. More often it looks like people living with the consequences of their own behaviour, their choices and the relationships they've damaged along the way. 
ㅤ
#karma #healingjourney #lettinggo #innerpeace
  • I love these books & they have touched my soul! 💜

#selfhelpbooks #booksthatchangedmylife #subconsciousmind #subconsciousreprogramming #personalgrowth
  • 💔 Being with a man who wants to be looked after rather than be an equal partner can become exhausting.
ㅤ
At some point, you realise that you're carrying the relationship instead of sharing it.
ㅤ
Here are 7 signs you're dealing with emotional immaturity rather than partnership:
ㅤ
1️⃣ He expects you to manage his life
ㅤ
You become responsible for things he could easily manage himself. Appointments, reminders, family birthdays, paperwork, planning.
ㅤ
Over time, you stop feeling like a partner and start feeling like his personal assistant.
ㅤ
2️⃣ He calls it "nagging" when you ask for support
ㅤ
You ask him to contribute more and instead of hearing the request, he focuses on your delivery.
ㅤ
The conversation becomes about your tone rather than the issue itself.
ㅤ
3️⃣ He withdraws when he doesn't get his way
ㅤ
Instead of discussing disappointment, he becomes distant, moody or difficult to be around.
ㅤ
You start feeling responsible for managing his emotions whenever he doesn't like an outcome.
ㅤ
4️⃣ He wants recognition for doing his share
ㅤ
When everyday responsibilities are treated as exceptional contributions, it creates an imbalance.
ㅤ
Partnership is about both people taking responsibility for the life they're building together.
ㅤ
5️⃣ He avoids uncomfortable conversations
ㅤ
Any discussion about problems is quickly shut down, minimised or postponed. Over time, unresolved problems pile up and resentment grows.
ㅤ
6️⃣ You're carrying the mental load
ㅤ
You're the one remembering, planning, organising, anticipating and fixing. Meanwhile, he's mostly responding to the life you've already organised.
ㅤ
7️⃣ He sees love as being looked after
ㅤ
He expects care, support, understanding and patience, but struggles to offer the same in return.
ㅤ
The relationship starts revolving around his needs while yours slowly move to the background.
ㅤ
A healthy relationship is not a parent-child dynamic.
ㅤ
It's two adults taking responsibility for themselves while supporting each other along the way.
ㅤ
#toxicrelationships #therapy #traumahealing #healingjourney #mummyproblems #mummysboy #relationshipadvice #healing #smitajoshi
Death isn't an accident. Death is a contract. Some spiritual traditions believe that before we're born, our soul chooses certain experiences and moments that shape our life. One belief is that there are key moments where life could have ended, yet somehow it didn't. Maybe you've walked away from a serious accident. Maybe you've survived an illness that nobody could fully explain. Maybe there was a moment where things could have gone very differently. Some people see these moments as luck. Others believe they happen for a reason. They believe that when life gives us another chance, it's because our journey isn't yet complete. There is still something to learn, someone to meet or something we're here to contribute. Whether you believe that or not, surviving something life-changing often shifts your perspective. It changes what matters. It changes how you spend your time. It changes who you become. Perhaps the question isn't why you survived. Perhaps it's what you're going to do with the life you've been given. #deathandlife #soulpurpose #spiritualawakening #lifeafterdeath #soulcontracts #karmaanddiamonds #smitajoshi
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Pay attention to what keeps coming back into your life.
ㅤ
The interests you can't let go of, the ideas you keep returning to and the work that feels important even when it's difficult. Sometimes purpose is something that's been in front of you all along...
ㅤ
#soulpurpose #purpose #selfdiscovery #growth #smitajoshi #karmaanddiamonds
Pay attention to what keeps coming back into your life. ㅤ The interests you can't let go of, the ideas you keep returning to and the work that feels important even when it's difficult. Sometimes purpose is something that's been in front of you all along... ㅤ #soulpurpose #purpose #selfdiscovery #growth #smitajoshi #karmaanddiamonds
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𝗗𝗢𝗘𝗦 𝗛𝗘 𝗠𝗔𝗞𝗘 𝗬𝗢𝗨 𝗙𝗘𝗘𝗟 𝗟𝗜𝗞𝗘 𝗧𝗛𝗜𝗦? 💔 1️⃣ You question yourself. You replay conversations wondering if you misunderstood what happened. You stop trusting your own memory because every disagreement leaves you feeling confused. 2️⃣ You feel on edge more often than not. Even when you're apart, you find yourself worrying about his mood, what he'll say or whether you've done something wrong. Living like that becomes exhausting. 3️⃣ You explain yourself constantly. You feel the need to justify your thoughts, your feelings and even small decisions because you're used to being challenged or misunderstood. 4️⃣ You carry the blame. When something goes wrong, you automatically look at yourself first. Over time you start believing it's your job to keep the relationship stable, even when the problems aren't yours to fix. 5️⃣ You don't recognise yourself anymore. You've become quieter. You think twice before speaking. You avoid bringing things up because it feels easier than dealing with the reaction. 6️⃣ You still want his approval. Even after being hurt, part of you still hopes he'll finally understand you, choose you or treat you differently. That hope can be difficult to let go of. 7️⃣ You feel emotionally drained. You spend so much time managing the relationship that there's very little energy left for yourself. You stop asking what you need because you're too busy trying to keep everything together. If this feels familiar, it doesn't automatically mean you're in a narcissistic relationship. It does mean something about the relationship isn't working for you. Pay attention to how you feel when you're with someone. Have you ever experienced any of the above? #narcissist #toxicrelationship #smitajoshi
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Most people don't realise that their pain is directly related to their purpose... do you agree? #lifepurpose #souljourney #smitajoshi #karmaanddiamonds #corewounds
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Many strong emotional attachments have very little to do with love…
ㅤ
Sometimes the bond remains because there are unanswered questions, unresolved hurt, or a part of you still trying to make sense of what happened. 
ㅤ
Do you have a soul tie you can’t let go of?
ㅤ
#soulties #healingjourney #selfawareness #movingon
Many strong emotional attachments have very little to do with love… ㅤ Sometimes the bond remains because there are unanswered questions, unresolved hurt, or a part of you still trying to make sense of what happened. ㅤ Do you have a soul tie you can’t let go of? ㅤ #soulties #healingjourney #selfawareness #movingon
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Step-by-step guide: 1️⃣ Set aside 30 minutes in a quiet place. It could be your car, a library, a park or anywhere you can think without distractions. Give yourself permission to be honest with your answers. 2️⃣ Answer these 5 questions and write down your responses: • What makes me feel most alive? • What gives me a sense of fulfilment? • What am I naturally good at? • What am I passionate about? • What do people usually come to me for? 3️⃣ Look for patterns in your answers. Notice which themes keep coming up. Sometimes the things that matter most to us have been there all along, we just haven't stopped long enough to recognise them. 4️⃣ Choose the one that stands out the most and commit to exploring it for the next 3 months. Read about it. Listen to podcasts. Take a course. Speak to people who are already doing it. Most importantly, put it into practice. Whether that's starting a business, offering a service or simply sharing your knowledge, experience comes from doing. 5️⃣ After 3 months, check in with yourself. Ask yourself: • Does this make me happy? • Am I growing? • Can I see myself doing this long term? If the answer is no, that's okay. Go back to what you found out in Step 3 and look at the next thing that resonates with you. Finding your purpose is about getting to know yourself well enough to recognise what gives your life meaning. The more honest you are with yourself, the clearer your direction becomes. #purpose #lifepurpose #souljourney #smitajoshi #karmaanddiamonds
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When Shakti enters your life, she doesn’t arrive with noise - she arrives with high vibrational frequency. ㅤ She has a quiet way of changing the people around her. ㅤ She doesn't try to fix you or tell you whom to become. Instead, she lets you experience her presence and in doing so, you are hooked! Her energy and vibe is attractive - light yet real. ㅤ You want to connect with her ... and your higher Self ... more and more. You leave her presence feeling clearer, calmer and more honest about who you are. ㅤ Here are 10 signs you've met someone with that kind of energy: ㅤ 1️⃣ You feel calmer around her. You don't feel like you have to prove yourself or perform. You can be yourself. 2️⃣ She sees beyond appearances. She isn't interested in status or image. She notices who you are underneath all of that. 3️⃣ She brings out the best in you. You find yourself wanting to grow, not because she's asking you to, but because she inspires it in you. 4️⃣ You find it easier to be open. Conversations feel genuine and you don't feel judged for being honest about what going on with you. 5️⃣ She tells the truth with kindness. She doesn't say what you want to hear. She says what you need to hear, and she says it with care. 6️⃣ She helps you trust yourself. Instead of giving you all the answers, she asks the questions that help you find your own. 7️⃣ She isn't unsettled by your difficult moments. She doesn't rush to fix you or turn away when you're struggling. She stays present without making your emotions about her, regardless of what's going o for her. 8️⃣ You leave feeling lighter. After spending time with her, your mind feels clearer and life feels a little less overwhelming. 9️⃣ She reminds you of your strengths. She notices parts of you that you've forgotten and reflects them back to you. 🔟 You feel more like yourself after meeting her. The people who have the biggest impact on our lives don't usually change who we are. They help us remember our deeper Self. . ㅤ Perhaps Shakti isn't only someone we meet. She's something we learn to own and embody within ourselves. ㅤ #shakti #smitajoshi #innerdiamond #karmaanddiamonds #divinefeminine #goddesswithin
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Many of us stay attached to someone because we’re still trying to get answers we never received.
ㅤ
We’re still trying to understand what happened, why it happened, or why someone we cared about treated them the way they did.
ㅤ
Thinking about someone isn't always a sign that they're your person. Sometimes it's a sign that part of the experience still needs to be processed and understood.
ㅤ
#soulties #healingjourney #relationshiphealing #movingon
Many of us stay attached to someone because we’re still trying to get answers we never received. ㅤ We’re still trying to understand what happened, why it happened, or why someone we cared about treated them the way they did. ㅤ Thinking about someone isn't always a sign that they're your person. Sometimes it's a sign that part of the experience still needs to be processed and understood. ㅤ #soulties #healingjourney #relationshiphealing #movingon
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Can you relate? ㅤ #relatable #relationships #friends #girl #women
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A lot of people think karma means watching someone suffer. More often it looks like people living with the consequences of their own behaviour, their choices and the relationships they've damaged along the way. 
ㅤ
#karma #healingjourney #lettinggo #innerpeace
A lot of people think karma means watching someone suffer. More often it looks like people living with the consequences of their own behaviour, their choices and the relationships they've damaged along the way. ㅤ #karma #healingjourney #lettinggo #innerpeace
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I love these books & they have touched my soul! 💜 #selfhelpbooks #booksthatchangedmylife #subconsciousmind #subconsciousreprogramming #personalgrowth
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💔 Being with a man who wants to be looked after rather than be an equal partner can become exhausting. ㅤ At some point, you realise that you're carrying the relationship instead of sharing it. ㅤ Here are 7 signs you're dealing with emotional immaturity rather than partnership: ㅤ 1️⃣ He expects you to manage his life ㅤ You become responsible for things he could easily manage himself. Appointments, reminders, family birthdays, paperwork, planning. ㅤ Over time, you stop feeling like a partner and start feeling like his personal assistant. ㅤ 2️⃣ He calls it "nagging" when you ask for support ㅤ You ask him to contribute more and instead of hearing the request, he focuses on your delivery. ㅤ The conversation becomes about your tone rather than the issue itself. ㅤ 3️⃣ He withdraws when he doesn't get his way ㅤ Instead of discussing disappointment, he becomes distant, moody or difficult to be around. ㅤ You start feeling responsible for managing his emotions whenever he doesn't like an outcome. ㅤ 4️⃣ He wants recognition for doing his share ㅤ When everyday responsibilities are treated as exceptional contributions, it creates an imbalance. ㅤ Partnership is about both people taking responsibility for the life they're building together. ㅤ 5️⃣ He avoids uncomfortable conversations ㅤ Any discussion about problems is quickly shut down, minimised or postponed. Over time, unresolved problems pile up and resentment grows. ㅤ 6️⃣ You're carrying the mental load ㅤ You're the one remembering, planning, organising, anticipating and fixing. Meanwhile, he's mostly responding to the life you've already organised. ㅤ 7️⃣ He sees love as being looked after ㅤ He expects care, support, understanding and patience, but struggles to offer the same in return. ㅤ The relationship starts revolving around his needs while yours slowly move to the background. ㅤ A healthy relationship is not a parent-child dynamic. ㅤ It's two adults taking responsibility for themselves while supporting each other along the way. ㅤ #toxicrelationships #therapy #traumahealing #healingjourney #mummyproblems #mummysboy #relationshipadvice #healing #smitajoshi
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