Living from the Inside Out

At some stage, many of us face a moment of reflection, looking in the mirror and wondering what happened to the carefree, dream-filled child we once were. It’s common to question whether it’s too late to pursue those dreams that once sparked such joy in our hearts.Living from the Inside Out poses a crucial question: Do you see life as something that happens to you, or do you believe that you actively shape your own destiny? This book challenges the belief that we are mere victims of circumstance, presenting an empowering perspective. It delves into the age-old quest to understand the extent of our influence over our lives. Are we reactors to what life throws at us, or creators of our own path? Interestingly, these roles are composed of the same letters, just arranged differently. This metaphor serves as a reminder that we have the power to rearrange our perception of ourselves and the world around us, thereby actively creating our lives from the inside out, breathing life into dormant dreams, and moving beyond stress and dissatisfaction.Author Claire Smedley introduces readers to the Kosha Roadmap, an ancient yogic model for living a fulfilling life. With her two decades of experience, Claire revitalizes this ancient wisdom, giving it a contemporary twist that is accessible to everyone. This book promises to transform your understanding of yourself and your life, serving as a guide to lasting happiness.

Claire Smedley currently lives in Thailand with her husband after embarking on a nomadic lifestyle mid-pandemic. Selling almost everything they owned, they set off on an adventure and freed themselves from physical ties. They reached Thailand, fell in love with it and haven’t left. She has one grown-up son, now living the dream as a ski instructor in Switzerland.

Claire has always been fascinated by what it is to be human, a healthy human—in body, mind and spirit. Following a love of science, she got her degrees in biochemistry and chemistry and then began to explore Eastern concepts of health, spirituality and well-being.

Claire was a senior yoga teacher and trainer for almost twenty years and has taught subconscious experiencing for about seven years. She has always had a passion for the less taught aspects of yoga philosophy and breathwork and in 2022 qualified as a Pause Breathwork facilitator—a transformational form of breathwork that helps individuals feel safe and fully present with the whole spectrum of their emotions, traumas, and old wounds.

Following her own self-directed recovery from Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis, an autoimmune disease, and lifelong irritable bowel syndrome, she pivoted for a few years to help other women who felt frustrated and disempowered by their autoimmune diseases. She is a qualified Integrative Nutrition Health Coach, with specialisms in gut health and the Autoimmune Paleo Approach (AIP). This period of her life gave rise to her first book, Nutrition-New Story-New You: Cookbook-Delicious Recipes and Your Guide to Avoiding the Common Pitfalls of the AIP Diet, which she co-authored with Sue Persad-Patel.

Her work as a health coach brought her full circle back to the kosha model and the perspective that you cannot have great health by only focussing on the body, and that led directly to the desire to write this book.

Claire blends nutrition, yoga, meditation, self-enquiry, subconscious experiencing and breathwork to help people fulfil their potential in life. She works from the premise that there can be no physical health without emotional, mental, and spiritual health, aligned with an intrinsic sense of purpose, unique to each individual.

Claire remains first and foremost a student of life; a teacher second. She is her first and most important client and is committed to walking the inner path so she can help others from experience rather than theory.

For more information on working with Claire, you can email her at [email protected].

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Naveen

This book is an inspiring exploration of how we can reshape our lives by embracing an empowering perspective of self-determination. The book asks a thought-provoking question: do you see yourself as a passive reactor to life’s challenges, or as an active creator of your destiny? Author invites readers to revisit the dreams of their younger selves and to rediscover the joy of living authentically. By addressing the fundamental question of whether we shape our lives or are shaped by them, this book provides a framework for overcoming stress, dissatisfaction, and limiting beliefs, unlocking a life of purpose and fulfillment. At the heart of the book lies the Kosha Roadmap, an ancient yogic model that guides readers through layers of being—physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual. Drawing on her two decades of experience, Smedley reinterprets this ancient wisdom for the modern world, offering practical insights that are accessible to all. The roadmap serves as a tool for self-discovery, encouraging readers to reconnect with their inner selves and transform their perspective. Through relatable examples, exercises, and a touch of humor, the book equips readers to shift from a mindset of victimhood to one of empowerment. Book is not just a guide to self-improvement—it’s a call to action for those ready to breathe life into dormant dreams and take charge of their destiny. Author’s engaging style and heartfelt wisdom make this book a transformative read for anyone seeking lasting happiness and a deeper understanding of life. By rearranging our perception of ourselves and the world, as the book metaphorically suggests, we can unlock our potential and create a life filled with joy, purpose, and resilience.
Andrea S

An excellent book for anyone who wants to make changes in their life. Claire will guide you through useful and simple exercises which help you to get in touch with your soul, with who you really are. This book is like a computer game - there is always another level. Once you have learnt the lesson at one level, you can choose to go deeper – on to level two, three, and so on at your own pace. I would highly recommend this book to everyone. Can you imagine what our world would be like if most of us were living a joyous life inside out?
Carrie

This a a book for our times , especially if you want to be fully human, enjoy your life and make a difference in this world . It presents wisdom and insights from an ancient tradition as well as from the author’s life. Inspirational, practical, potentially life changing . If you are ready to create the life that you really want, Claire will help guide you to a truly joyful life which can withstand your challenges.
Karen Kissane

Having worked with Claire, I can hand on heart say that her work is transformational and brings about positive change for those feeling stuck, stagnant or lacking in purpose. The fact she’s written a book on this is valuable beyond measure.
NAS

An engaging, conversational style bringing old wisdom to modern day life. It recognises the all too common feeling of being stuck with no sense of purpose or joy, and offers hope and a way forward. This is a book that you should read to peel away the layers and discover your renewed joy!

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