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The Untamed Soul Podcast

Arrive with Nothing, Leave with Nothing

Ep. 23

In this final episode of Series 1, Angelina and Lucy reflect on the themes that have shaped The Untamed Soul Podcast so far — striving, success, identity, and what really brings fulfilment.


Inspired by the quote “Life is strange… you arrive with nothing, spend your whole life chasing everything, and you still leave with nothing,” they explore how society’s obsession with achievement can pull us away from peace and presence. Through personal stories, they share how holding life more lightly has created more freedom, ease, and enjoyment.


They also announce the launch of The Untamed Soul Programme, a 4-week live experience starting February 9th, designed to explore these themes more deeply.

👉 Learn more and join here:

https://www.sassyspirituality.com/home/events/the-untamed-soul-programme

The podcast will return with Series 2 in March 2024. Listeners are warmly invited to share ideas for future episodes.


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