FREED Podcast

The Real Fear Beneath Imposter Syndrome

In this episode, I sit down with a friend to explore what happens when fear becomes paralysing. On the surface, he describes freezing at the thought of getting it wrong. But as we follow the fear more closely, something deeper emerges. It isn’t about ego. It isn’t about looking foolish. It’s about security. About providing for his children. About what failure might mean for the people he loves. Using the FREED process, we unpack the fear and take it to its logical conclusion. And what he discovers is powerful: even if his worst-case scenario happened, he would cope. The shift isn’t about eliminating fear. It’s about realising you are bigger than it. If this conversation resonates, you can explore the FREED process more deeply in my book, FREED, [https://amzn.eu/d/0cYsPIvO] or download the Anxiety Survival Pack [https://www.harbourhypnotherapy.co.uk/anxiety-survival-pack]. Disclaimer: The content in this podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended as medical, psychological, or therapeutic advice. Listeners should seek guidance from a qualified healthcare or mental health professional regarding any personal concerns.

Rebuilding momentum after setbacks — a live FREED method session

If you’ve ever lost motivation or doubted yourself, this one may resonate deeply. A live FREED session exploring how emotional healing can restore energy, clarity, and momentum when life or work feels stuck. In this powerful episode, I guide my guest — an entrepreneur in the early stages of building a startup — through the FREED Method to explore the emotional impact of slow progress, low motivation, and repeated setbacks. Together, we identify the feelings beneath his exhaustion, uncover resistance that has been holding him back, and gently work with the emotional patterns limiting his energy and momentum. This session offers a real-time window into how emotional processing can restore clarity, confidence, and direction — especially during seasons of uncertainty and self-doubt. Disclaimer: The content in this podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended as medical, psychological, or therapeutic advice. Listeners should seek guidance from a qualified healthcare or mental health professional regarding any personal concerns.

Welcome to FREED: A New Way to Work with Difficult Feelings

In this first episode of The FREED Podcast, hypnotherapist and author Kate Delaney introduces the FREED Process— a simple yet profound way to work with difficult feelings and emotional blocks. Kate shares the personal story that led her to develop FREED and explains why learning to be with our feelings — rather than fighting them — can be life-changing. You’ll be guided through each stage of the process: Feeling — acknowledging what’s really there Resistance — noticing what you’re pushing away Experience — allowing the emotion to be felt Examine — exploring whether to accept things as they are or take action to change them Distance — stepping back to gain perspective and peace This episode offers a compassionate framework for anyone who wants to understand themselves more deeply and find emotional freedom from within. Follow the podcast to learn practical ways to apply FREED in everyday life and discover a gentler, wiser relationship with your emotions. Disclaimer: The content in this podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended as medical, psychological, or therapeutic advice. Listeners should seek guidance from a qualified healthcare or mental health professional regarding any personal concerns.

Transforming hurt into calm–a live FREED method session

In this powerful session, I guide my guest through the FREED Method — my therapeutic approach to transforming emotional pain into calm. Together, we explore the feelings beneath his hurt, uncover resistance, and take a deep dive into the root of this emotion. This episode offers a rare window into how deep healing unfolds in real time — bringing understanding, release, and a renewed sense of peace. Disclaimer: The content in this podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended as medical, psychological, or therapeutic advice. Listeners should seek guidance from a qualified healthcare or mental health professional regarding any personal concerns.