#77 Freedom of the Mind: Pursuing Truth in Art, Motherhood, and the Present Moment with Cottia Thorowgood

Send us Fan MailIn this deeply nourishing episode, Josephine sits down with her wonderful, long-time friend, the brilliant filmmaker and director Cottia Thorowgood. Looking back on a connection forged over a decade ago on a dance floor, the two reunite to explore how beautifully life evolves when we stay open to the magic of the present moment. Cottia shares her inspiring journey from studying archaeology and anthropology at Cambridge to finding her ultimate calling in filmmaking. Together, they dive into the realities of the creative path, discussing what it takes to "move mountains" to bring a story to life. They also draw beautiful parallels between their respective crafts, discovering why the pursuit of truth is at the absolute heart of both film and ballet. In this episode, we explore:The magic of the present moment: A beautiful encounter with a stranger reminded Cottia about the true meaning of life. He shared that the most important things are wisdom and freedom of the mind. Redefining identity: Cottia navigated the transition into motherhood while fiercely keeping her creative ambitions alive. She realized that her desire to make films and work on projects never had to be squeezed out. Joy as a compass: Josephine shares her own turning point at the Royal Danish Ballet. She reminds us that losing the joy of dancing meant losing the very foundation of her passion, prompting a necessary pivot. Finding your truth: The conversation highlights the importance of taking time to tune in and ask yourself what you truly need. Cottia notes that her ultimate pursuit in filmmaking is getting under the skin of life to understand humanity and behaviour. Whether you are navigating your own creative path, juggling the multi-layered demands of family and career, or simply needing a warm reminder to stay open to life's unexpected blessings, this conversation is a cup of tea for your soul.Connect with Cottia: https://www.instagram.com/cottiadyne/www.cottiathorowgood.com For your opportunity to win a LIVE coaching call with Josephine submit your 5star reviews on Spotify and Apple Music and send screen shots to [email protected] are announced on the 1st of every monthSupport the show