Inner Space Podcast

This episode wasn’t planned.After Nisha & Charni finished recording the previous episode, around expression writing and books, we kept talking - and left the camera on. What followed was a completely unfiltered, unstructured and unexpectedly powerful conversation. No agenda. Just honesty.. It's become its own episode, and rightly so!We talk about the realities many women quietly navigate - marriage, identity and the slow loss of self. We question the narratives we’ve been handed, from societal expectations to what we consume online and why it's vital we question everything we read, see and hear on socials and the news. This is the kind of conversation that doesn’t usually get shared. The kind that happens behind closed doors, when there’s no pressure to perform or package things neatly.And towards the end, something unexpected happens - a moment of reflection that turns the lens back onto me, my work and what it really means to hold space for others.If you’ve ever questioned the roles you’ve been given, the beliefs you’ve absorbed, or the version of yourself you’ve had to become - this one will land and change your perspective. If you've already been through that, then you'll agree with a lot of what we say...Keep in touch with NishaWork With Me: Request Your Consultation CallKeep in touch with CharniInstagram Website + Purchase her collection of works here 

Today's episode is taken from a recent conversation I had with Rupinder from Asian Women Mean Business.We explore why so many South Asian women struggle with self-trust, guilt, people-pleasing and self-doubt and why becoming yourself can sometimes feel like risking the relationships that matter most.We discuss the hidden cost of living according to other people's expectations, the fear of disappointing family, and what it really takes to build a life that feels authentic without losing your sense of belonging.If you've ever felt torn between being yourself and keeping the peace, this conversation is for you.If you're struggling with this and would like more support: Work With Me: Self Trust Programme 8 Live weekly 90min+ sessionsA bespoke workbook + journalA clear framework + practical tools to build self-trustSmall, focussed group (8 women max) + recorded sessions + private community accessJoin 130+ professionals who stopped overthinking, built self-trust and now show up confidently in their life, work and relationships! 

In this episode, Nisha is joined by author and poet, Charni Gill.Together, we explore what it really means to find your voice as a woman - especially when you’ve grown up without the space to be fully seen, heard or emotionally validated.This conversation goes beyond surface-level self-expression. We talk about the subtle ways we learn to perform instead of express, dilute our truth to feel safe, and carry the weight of being misunderstood when we finally do speak honestly.Charni shares how writing can become a powerful tool for self-expression and healing- not as something polished or performative, but as a raw, honest space to process emotions, validate your own experience, and reconnect with your inner voice.We also explore the role of storytelling, metaphors and poetry in making sense of complex emotions, as well as the importance of breaking cultural silences around topics many women were never encouraged to speak about.This is a grounded, honest conversation about identity, expression, and what it really looks like to come back to yourself - one word at a time.As promised here's the earlier episode I mentioned from Season 1 -  Fairytales, Myths + Stories that secretly shape us & our view of the world, as children. Keep in touch with NishaWork With Me: Request Your Consultation CallKeep in touch with CharniInstagram Website + Purchase her collection of works here 

In this episode of the Inner Space podcast, Nisha is joined by Jo of Calerae to explore something that is often spoken about but rarely implemented properly in workplaces - mental health culture.We discuss what it actually means to support mental health in a corporate or organisational setting, whether that’s a small team or a large company, and why so many current approaches stop at surface-level “wellness initiatives” that don’t create real change.Mental health in the workplace is not about ticking a box once a year, or offering a wellbeing day here and there. It’s about how people are actually supported, seen, and held within the culture of the organisation every single day.We also look at why mental health at work is not just an employee issue - but a leadership and culture issue that needs to be addressed at the root.This conversation is for anyone in leadership, HR, or business ownership who knows that something needs to shift, but isn’t sure what that actually looks like in practice.Ways to Work With UsIf you’re an employer or organisation looking to move beyond box-ticking approaches and genuinely implement healthier mental health practices in your workplace, you can get in touch with Nisha and Jo to explore how we can support you in building a more sustainable and conscious work culture.Work With Me: Request Your Consultation Call With With Jo

In this episode, Nisha explore's a complex but often unspoken relational dynamic between women, their partners.... and their partners’ mothers.At the heart of this conversation is the concept of triangulation - where a man who has not fully individuated from his mother may still unconsciously seek her approval, validation or permission, even within his adult romantic relationships. This can create a subtle but powerful imbalance in the relationship system.It’s about understanding patterns of emotional loyalty, individuation and boundary formation - and how these dynamics can impact intimacy, trust and connection within marriage or long-term relationships.At its core, this conversation is about awareness - seeing patterns clearly so they can begin to be understood, addressed, and transformed.If this episode resonates, it may bring up reflection around boundaries, attachment patterns, and what secure partnership actually looks like in practice.If you're struggling with this and would like more support: Work With Me: Request Your Consultation CallWomen's Circle + Talking 

In this episode of the Inner Space podcast, Nisha is joined by Teena from Ungaslighted for a deeply honest conversation about self-abandonment and the subtle ways so many women lose connection with themselves in everyday life.We explore what it really looks like when you override your own needs—often not in obvious or dramatic ways, but in the small, repeated patterns of saying yes when you mean no, over-giving in relationships, and prioritising being liked over being honest.For many women, these patterns don’t come from nowhere. They are often shaped early on through conditioning around being “good,” “easy,” or “low maintenance,” where emotional expression or personal needs weren’t always given space or validation.This conversation goes beyond awareness - it speaks to the lived experience of women who look like they’re coping on the outside, but internally feel disconnected, exhausted, or out of alignment.Ways to Work With MeIf this episode resonates and you’re noticing these patterns in your own life, I currently have a couple of spaces available for one-to-one work or in my Wellbeing Workshop.This is for women who feel stuck in cycles of overthinking, over-giving, or self-doubt, and want to rebuild a stronger sense of self-trust, boundaries, and internal authority.Work With Me: Request Your Consultation CallWomen's Circle + Talking Work With Teena 

Why are we drawn to certain people… and instantly put off by others?And what if those reactions aren’t random, but actually revealing something deeper about us?In today’s episode, we’re using the world of Bridgerton as a lens to explore identity, attraction, and the patterns we play out in relationships.Because we don’t just watch these characters… we recognise ourselves in them.In who we admire, who frustrates us and what we desire - and avoid!And often, those reactions are shaped by years of conditioning - cultural, societal, and relational, that we don’t always question.It’s a light, open conversation with Nisha, Gurkiran and Chanie but one that might just leave you seeing yourself a little more clearly.If you'd like to be part of conversations like this, join us here. 

In this episode of the Inner Space podcast, Nisha & Gurkiran of Chandraveda have a more open, honest and fun, conversation around tarot and oracle cards, especially through a South Asian lens. For many of us, these tools have been misunderstood or even feared. We’ve been told they’re “bad,” “spooky,” or something to stay away from. But what if that’s not the full picture?In this episode, we explore how tarot and oracle cards can actually be used as tools for introspection, self-awareness, and connecting more deeply with your own intuition - not something external or to be feared.We also make this episode interactive by pulling cards live and talking through what comes up, offering real-time insight into how you can interpret and work with them in your own life.If you’ve ever been curious but unsure, or even hesitant, this episode will give you a more grounded, balanced perspective.Work With Me: Request Your Consultation Call

In this episode of the Inner Space podcast, Nisha is joined by Gurkiran of Chandraveda, where we explore why insight alone isn’t enough to create real change; and what’s actually missing when you still feel stuck despite doing “all the work.”So many women understand their patterns. They know why they think, feel, and behave the way they do, but their body is still holding onto tension, fear, and past experiences - and until that shifts, self-trust doesn’t fully land.We talk about how the body stores unprocessed emotion, why your nervous system plays such a key role in how you show up in your life, and how Ayurveda and marma therapy work with the body to support emotional release, regulation, and clarity.If this episode resonated and you’re ready to explore this work on a deeper level, you can reach out to explore what working together could look like:Work With Me: Request Your Consultation CallWork With Gurkiran

If you often find yourself second-guessing your decisions, needing reassurance from others, or feeling like you’re never quite doing enough, you’re not alone. In this episode, Nisha and Clare (grief specialist and coach) explore how early relational experiences, particularly with our mothers or maternal figures, can quietly shape the way we see ourselves, how we seek validation, and how safe it feels to trust our own voice.We can grow up learning to read other people’s needs before our own, doubting our instincts, or feeling responsible for keeping the peace. In this conversation, we unpack how these patterns show up in adulthood, in relationships, work, and the pressure we place on ourselves, and what it actually looks like to begin shifting them.We also talk about how healing begins with understanding these patterns with compassion, reconnecting with your inner authority, and building the self-trust needed to grow into the woman you want to be.If this episode resonates and you’d like support exploring these themes further, I currently have a couple of spaces available and you’re very welcome to reach out. Work With Me: Request Your Consultation Call

In this episode, Nisha & Mona Pal-Singh explore the quiet pressure many women feel to do it all and how this inherited narrative can shape the way we approach work, relationships, and our sense of self.We talk about the tension between honouring where we come from while also recognising that we now have choices our mothers may not have had. What does it look like to create a life that still respects our roots but allows us to live differently?We also explore relationships and the importance of choosing a partner not just from a place of expectation or timing, but from a place of shared values, emotional safety, and long-term happiness.This conversation invites you to pause and ask: Am I living a life shaped by expectation, or one that genuinely feels right for me?If this episode stirred something in you and you’d like a safe space to explore it further, I currently have a couple of spaces available. You’re very welcome to reach out here: Work With Me: Request Your Consultation Call

In today’s episode, we go far deeper than “just think positive.” We explore the real, messy, beautiful, complex layers of inner work - psychological, emotional, nervous system–based and energetic and how true change unfolds when all of these systems begin working together.We also take an honest look at the modern wellness industry, toxic positivity and why affirmations alone can’t override a dysregulated nervous system or unprocessed emotions. Healing isn’t linear and it isn’t about becoming someone new - it’s about remembering who you were before you were told who to be.What We Explore in This Episode1. The Four Layers of Real Inner WorkPsychological: the beliefs, identity, and stories you tell yourselfEmotional: fear, grief, anger, shame, sadnessNervous System: survival responses, stored energy, and somatic memoryEnergetic: the subtle patterns and frequencies that link everything togetherYou’ll learn how real change happens when these layers integrate, not when one is forced while the others are ignored.Keep in touch with MeWork with me: innerspacetherapy.ukFollow me on IG: @nisha.innerspaceDownload my free guidebook 

What if your body isn’t failing you, but protecting you?In this powerful conversation, Nisha sits down with Jas, a trauma-informed somatic therapist and pharmacist, to explore the hidden connection between chronic illness, stress, trauma, and the nervous system. Together, they uncover how conditions like chronic fatigue, fibromyalgia, IBS, autoimmune disorders, and hormonal imbalances can often be the body’s way of speaking when the mind has long stopped listening.This episode dives into what it truly means to partner with your body, how patterns like people-pleasing and self-sacrifice show up in illness, and why real healing begins when we stop fighting our symptoms, and start listening to them.If you’ve ever struggled with pain, fatigue or feeling betrayed by your body, this conversation will help you see your symptoms in a new, deeply compassionate light.In this episode:The misunderstood link between chronic illness and traumaHow anxiety can manifest physically before illness sets inThe nervous system’s role in chronic fatigue and autoimmune conditionsThe truth about self-sacrifice, people-pleasing, and illnessHow to reconnect with your body through sensation and emotionThe cultural disconnection from the body and how to rebuild trustKey Quote: “If we could think ourselves better, we would have done so by now. The body starts to speak when the mind can no longer hold it.”Guest: Jas — Trauma-informed Somatic Therapist & Pharmacist Follow Jass on InstagramConnect with Nisha:Work with me: innerspacetherapy.ukFollow me on IG: @nisha.innerspaceDownload my free guidebook Tired of anxiety? Join My Anxiety Reset Group 

Narcissistic abuse is often spoken about in whispers - if at all. In this episode with Teena, we unravel what it really looks like: both in the quiet, subtle ways it erodes self-trust within relationships and in the bigger picture of how systems like patriarchy, religion, culture and capitalism allow these dynamics to thrive.We’ll also explore an often-overlooked truth: why neurodivergent individuals can be especially vulnerable to narcissistic patterns; not because of weakness, but because of how society misunderstands and under-supports difference.This is a conversation that goes beneath the surface, naming the shame and isolation so many carry in silence, and offering a path back to identity, healing and freedom.What narcissistic abuse looks like on the ground - subtle vs. overt patterns that undermine identity and self-worthHow larger systems (patriarchy, religion, culture, capitalism) create fertile ground for narcissistic dynamicsWhy neurodivergent individuals are particularly at risk - and how societal misunderstanding plays a roleThe hidden shame, silence, and isolation many survivors experiencePathways to healing: rebuilding self-trust, reclaiming identity and reconnecting with your own voiceIf you’ve ever questioned your worth, doubted your reality, or felt small in the presence of someone else’s control - this episode will give you language, context, and insight that helps you begin to name your experience and step into your freedom.AND YES, the comedian was Vir Das! The clip is here!Keep in touch with NishaWork with me: innerspacetherapy.ukFollow me on IG: @nisha.innerspaceDownload my free guidebookKeep in touch with TeenaFollow Teena @UngaslitedLearn more on her website: ungaslited.com

Ever wondered why so many of us chase “happily ever after” - and feel lost when real life doesn’t look like the stories we grew up on?Once upon a time, we were told stories - of princesses, heroes and magical lands far away. But those tales were never just stories. They were maps of meaning - teaching us, often without words, what it means to be good, beautiful, desirable or worthy of love.In this episode, I explore the deeper layers of the stories so many of us grew up with -the classic fairy tales and animated retellings that shaped our imaginations and ideals. You’ll hear how these collective myths shape our expectations of belonging and success, and how healing begins when we stop trying to fit a story and start listening to our own. We’ll look at how the “good girl” archetype rewards obedience and purity, how the “villainess” embodies misunderstood power, and how modern retellings are reclaiming those lost voices. And we’ll ask: what do these stories still whisper to us as adults — about who we’re allowed to be and what we believe we deserve?Expect reflection, nostalgia, and a touch of wonder as we uncover the archetypes hidden in the stories that shaped us all.In this episode:What fairy tales really teach us about identity, love, and powerThe key archetypes: the maiden, the witch, the saviour, and the shapeshifterWhy retellings that centre the “villainess” matterHow these stories can both wound and heal - and how we reclaim their magic consciouslyPerfect for: anyone who loves psychology, mythology, and understanding how the stories of our childhood still echo in our adult lives.Keep in touch with NishaWork with me: innerspacetherapy.ukFollow me on IG: @nisha.innerspaceDownload my free guidebook My online course - https://innerspacetherapy.uk/transformative-online-course/

What does it really mean to be sovereign? To live with autonomy, independence, and freedom -especially if you’ve never truly had that before? In this episode of the Inner Inner Space Podcast, Nisha explores the journey of individualisation: breaking free from self-doubt and learning how to trust yourself again.Through stories, myth and psychology, you’ll discover how childhood conditioning teaches us to outsource our worth and why reclaiming self-trust is essential to healing. Drawing from reparenting practices and the wisdom of archetypes like the Wild Woman, Nisha guides you through the process of choosing yourself, even after mistakes, shame or unmet needs.This is not about fierce isolation or rejecting connection. It’s about standing in your truth, meeting your own needs, and choosing relationships from freedom—not fear.Show Notes:Why so many women struggle to trust themselves after childhood conditioning or past mistakesThe role of reparenting in meeting unmet needs and building emotional regulation and the journey of self trustThe story of Lady Renell (and the lesson of sovereignty that can’t be given, only claimed)The difference between hyper-independence and true autonomyPractical ways to reparent and validate yourself dailyResources & Links:Book a free call: innerspacetherapy.ukFollow me on IG: @nisha.innerspaceDownload my free guidebook 

Anxiety isn’t random - and it isn’t weakness. It’s your nervous system’s way of trying to protect you. In this episode of the Inner Inner Space Podcast, Nisha takes you beneath the surface of anxiety to uncover its true roots. From childhood unpredictability to understanding patterns, discover why anxiety lingers and why quick fixes like journaling or yoga often only scratch the surface.Through her own story and the transformative lens of parts work (Internal Family Systems), Nisha shows how anxiety is not a flaw to fight but a younger part of you asking for safety, compassion and trust. You’ll learn how anxiety shows up in the body, mind and relationships, why it resists being silenced and how to begin meeting it differently - so it no longer runs your life.If you’ve ever felt stuck in a cycle of panic, overthinking or control, this episode will help you see anxiety in a whole new light: not as something broken, but as a message ready to be understood.Show Notes:The hidden roots of anxiety: unpredictability, criticism, suppressed emotions, and inherited patternsHow anxiety shows up in your mind, body, and relationshipsWhy quick fixes don’t create lasting change (and what does)The power of building self-trust and nervous system safetyNisha’s personal journey with anxiety and what helped her truly healKeep In Touch:Work with me: innerspacetherapy.ukFollow me on IG: @nisha.innerspaceDownload my free guidebook My self-study online course 

Self-worth isn’t just about confidence or self-esteem - it’s the deep inner knowing that you are enough, just as you are, without having to earn it through performance, sacrifice or perfection. But for so many of us, especially Asian women, that sense of worth doesn’t come naturally. It’s shaped by the invisible weight of generational trauma.In this episode, I’m joined by Sandy to explore how family conditioning, cultural expectations, and inherited survival strategies quietly shape the way we see ourselves. Exploring the belief that love must be earned, we’ll unpack how these patterns erode self-worth - and what it really takes to reclaim it.This conversation is for anyone who’s ever felt like they were only valuable if they pleased, endured, or achieved. Healing your self-worth isn’t selfish - it’s legacy work.Show NotesIn this episode, we dive into:What self-worth really means (beyond confidence or self-esteem)How generational trauma is passed down through families and cultureThe conditioning that many Asian women are raised with that quietly chip away at self-worthThe guilt, shame and resistance that often show up when you begin to healHow reclaiming your worth is both personal and ancestral workKey points from the Episode:Self-worth isn’t built in isolation - it’s inherited before it’s ever chosen.For an Asian woman, reclaiming self-worth is an act of resistance and legacy healing.Keep in touch with NishaWork with me: innerspacetherapy.ukFollow me on IG: @nisha.innerspaceDownload my free guidebook Connect with Sandy on IGIf this episode resonates, please share it with a friend, subscribe and leave a review - it really helps the podcast grow!

Finding and keeping friends in adulthood is messy, tender, and sometimes heartbreaking. In this episode, I’m joined by my friend Polly to talk honestly about female friendships. If you’ve ever found yourself  wondering why friendship feels so complicated, this one’s for you.We unpack the grief of friendships that scatter, the radical freedom of letting go and the healing power of choosing relationships that truly feed you. From proximity and timing to energy and attachment wounds, this is a warm, real conversation about why friendships can feel fragile - and how to create ones that actually last.In this conversation, we explore:The reality of finding and keeping friends in your thirtiesThe “ones, twos, and threes” framework for understanding friendship depthWhy some friendships fade while others lastHow proximity, timing, and energy shape connectionThe hidden role of attachment wounds in adult friendshipsWhat it means to let go with compassion and make space for what’s realIy important to you If this conversation resonated, share it with a friend and leave a review - it really helps the podcast grow.Keep in touch with NishaWork with me: innerspacetherapy.ukFollow me on IG: @nisha.innerspaceDownload my free guidebook Visit Polly's page - Polly's IG

Welcome to the Inner Space Podcast, a space where showing up as your authentic self isn’t just encouraged - it’s necessary. I’m Nisha, a therapist who spent nearly a decade as a child protection lawyer before discovering the deeper work of reclaiming self-worth, confidence and calm.In this episode, I share my journey, why I started this podcast and what to expect: real conversations about growth, fear, relationships, family patterns and the stories that hold us back. You’ll hear insights from my experiences, other women’s stories and the guidance that shaped my approach.This podcast isn’t about quick fixes or polished performances - it’s about truth, unlearning old patterns and creating space for transformation. Whether you’re starting your journey or going deeper, you are welcome here. Let’s begin together.