Unbound

“Follow your bliss” — it sounds like the ultimate life advice. But what if we’ve been getting it wrong?In this solo episode of Unbound, Georgia unpacks one of the most misunderstood spiritual mantras, exploring how chasing what merely feels good can sometimes lead us away from what’s truly aligned.She reveals the deeper understanding of bliss—not as indulgence or escape, but as the refined inner guidance that emerges through consciousness and self-awareness. Learn how to discern between pleasure and purpose, align with your higher path, and discover why real bliss often asks for presence, discipline, and depth rather than constant highs.A must-listen for seekers ready to live with clarity, authenticity, and true inner fulfilment.

In this revealing episode Georgia sits down with her close friend and fellow Vedic Meditation teacher, Jess Osie, to explore the real initiations of becoming a mother.Together, they unpack the messy, beautiful, and often unexpected transition from maiden to mother — from the shock of a surprise pregnancy to the intensity of birth, and the profound identity shifts that follow.Jess shares openly about navigating birth trauma, healing, and rediscovering her power through community and self-trust. The two discuss how motherhood calls us to surrender control, listen to our intuition, and redefine what strength truly looks like.Whether you’re a mother, preparing to become one, or simply moving through your own season of transformation, this conversation offers grounded wisdom, practical insights, and gentle reminders that you’re not alone.In this episode:• Building your village and finding real support• Shifting from self-sacrifice to self-worth• Staying connected to your intuition amid noise and uncertainty• The spiritual dimension of conception and birth — without the fluff• Honest reflections on exhaustion, resilience, and saying yes to changeListen now — this episode will call you deeper on your initiation into motherhood, invite reflection & strengthen your connection to your worth, intuition & innate power.Get in touch with & follow Jess: @jessosie, jessosie.com.Resources recommended by Jess:She Births CourseAyurvedic support - Vital Veda (and the Rajus) & specifically Sole for doula/post partum careAnnamaria Boelskov - Doula, herbalist @annamaria_boelskov & her websiteSpirit Babies by Walter Makichen

This week on Unbound, Georgia and Hannah crack open one of the rawest parts of conscious living: why love triggers us. Recording from a new setting (with podcast dogs and cats chiming in), they dive straight into the emotional undercurrents that shape our romantic relationships.What unfolds is honest, tender, and often disarmingly relatable. Hannah shares her own experience of returning to vulnerability after years of healing on her own, while Georgia unpacks the dynamics beneath attachment styles, people-pleasing, social conditioning, and the inner child.Together, they explore why relationships stir our deepest fears—and why that isn’t a sign something’s wrong, but a doorway into deeper intimacy. You’ll hear practical tools for working with triggers without abandoning yourself, powerful ways to support your inner child, and their grounded take on cultivating communication that is radically honest and deeply kind.If you’ve ever felt torn between longing for connection and fearing the cost of real intimacy, this conversation will land.They also challenge the belief that growth only happens in crisis, sharing why investing in healthy partnership—through self-awareness, support, therapy, or coaching—can be one of the most transformative choices we make.Whether you’re single, in relationship, or navigating the in-between, this episode offers a vision of partnership that elevates your life rather than drains it.Hit play for deep insight, raw truth, and an invitation to free yourself from old patterns, fear stories, and limiting beliefs about love.

In this gripping episode of Unbound, Georgia sits down with Joh Jarvis—a former journalist turned Vedic Meditation teacher—who’s bringing inner stillness into some of America’s most dangerous prisons. From addiction and heartbreak to teaching inside Rikers Island, Joh shares her extraordinary journey and the powerful transformations she’s witnessed behind bars. Together, they explore how trauma fuels the prison system, what real rehabilitation looks like, and why true freedom is an inside job. A raw, redemptive conversation about second chances, consciousness, and the courage to heal from within.Connect with Joh & The Light Inside at @thelightinsidemeditation & https://the-lightinside.org/

Are you unknowingly designing your own disappointment?In this solo episode of Unbound, Georgia explores how our earliest experiences of hope and letdown shape the hidden expectations that run our adult lives. She unpacks the subtle ways we settle for “good enough,” navigate recurring disappointments, and unconsciously reinforce limiting beliefs - whether in work, love, or self-worth.Through a blend of personal insight, Vedic wisdom, and real-life examples, Georgia reveals how the universe meets us at our frequency of expectation - and how to gently rewrite your story to create space for more joy, possibility, and true alignment.This is a potent invitation to stop playing small, recognise the old patterns holding you back, and consciously choose new pathways to self-trust, fulfilment, and freedom.What you'll hear: • Why we lower our expectations to avoid pain—anfulfillmentn long-term costs • How childhood and early disappointments wire us to anticipate and then recreate struggle or letdowns • The mechanics of expectation: what quantum physics, ancient philosophy, and neuroscience reveal about possibility and the “frequency” you hold • Settling vs. surrender: how to discern when you’re stuck in old programming, whether in love, career, or daily life • Practical, compassionate prompts for reclaiming hope and designing your reality with intention • How to shift from “just surviving” to living in alignment with your truest vision (and why this requires action, not just mindset) • Letting go of relationships, roles, or identities that drain you—and what it really means to hold space for something greater • How to break cycles of self-sabotage and move through the “in between” with trust • Why your sense of what you deserve can be expanded or healed • The power of meditation and self-awareness in returning to your field of infinite possibilityThis episode is for anyone feeling stuck, dimmed down, or ready to stop outsourcing joy and worth. If you’ve ever found yourself settling or wondering if true fulfillment is possible for you—this conversation is your permission slip to dream again and take aligned steps forward.

In this raw and revelatory episode of Unbound, host Georgia Vavasour sits down with her sister, Scarlett Vavasour, to explore Scarlett’s courageous journey of healing from a 15-year binge eating disorder and breaking free from the pervasive grip of diet culture.Forget everything you think you know about food, body image, and self-worth—this conversation goes far beyond the Instagram sound bites. Together, they expose the cultural, historical, and psychological programming that keeps so many of us trapped in cycles of shame and self-criticism.Scarlett’s story isn’t one of overnight healing—it’s a deeply human account of endurance, awakening, and reclaiming wholeness. Georgia and Scarlett unpack the roots of disordered eating, how diet culture is woven into our upbringing, and the billion-dollar industries that profit from our insecurities. They challenge myths about health (hello, BMI), call out normalised body shaming, and offer a radical redefinition of self-acceptance that feels both grounded and liberating.If you’re ready to question what you’ve been taught about your body, learn practical tools to deprogram diet culture, and hear what true freedom can feel like, this episode will move and empower you. Whether you’re navigating your own food or body struggles, or wanting to raise children free from this conditioning, Scarlett’s story offers profound wisdom and hope.Key Takeaways:• The hidden origins and economic forces behind diet culture and body ideals• How to dismantle shame and cultivate genuine self-acceptance at any size or age• Real talk on intuitive eating, “health at every size,” and why BMI is misleading• Practical advice for parents to help the next generation break the cycle• The ripple effect of body acceptance—beyond food, weight, and appearanceThis episode is a powerful invitation to challenge ingrained beliefs, heal generational patterns, and reclaim your own definition of beauty, health, and freedom.Resources:Scarlett's body positive instagram account: @yourbodysnobodys_'Embrace Yourself' by Taryn Brumfitt 'Body Positive Power' - Megan Jayne CrabbeStudies: Association of All-Cause Mortality with Overweight and Obesity using Standard BMI Categories (Is our Fat Killing Us Study), Katherine Fleigl.Article: Is BMI Accurate? New evidence says no.HAZE informed counsellor Lisa at Four LeavesFurther Body Positive influencers: @stylelikeu, @meganjaynecrabbe, @growing.intuitive.eatersIf this conversation resonates, please share it, leave a review, and subscribe to Unbound to keep these conscious conversations flowing.

Ever feel like you’re drifting, falling behind, or drowning in choices during your 20s? You’re not alone. This episode of Unbound explores the real challenges (and hidden gifts) of early adulthood. From the weight of social media comparison and endless possibilities to the freedom of questioning your path, embracing uncertainty, and even enjoying a little hedonism - this conversation is a deep breath for anyone trying to figure it all out. Georgia shares her own journey through depression, divorce, and cancer, revealing how life’s toughest plot twists can unlock unexpected wisdom and growth. Together, she and Hannah unpack what success really means, how to cope with anxiety and feeling like you're lagging behind, and why letting go of rigid timelines is liberating. They also dive into the significance of Saturn return, the art of surrender, and the secret weapons they wished they'd had in their 20s. If you’ve ever wondered “Am I behind?” or “What’s next for me?”, this episode will leave you feeling lighter, supported, and more at peace with exactly where you are. Show Notes Snapshot – Georgia’s personal journey: depression, divorce, cancer → growthSocial media, comparison, and the overwhelm of optionsThe benefits of being lost, questioning, and exploringBreaking free from timelines and the “life conveyor belt” Success redefined: fulfillment as an inside job Saturn return explained and how to navigate it Practical tools for anxiety, uncertainty, and lacking direction or purposeSurrender, surprises, and trusting the breadcrumb trail of lifeSend this episode to someone you know in their 20s, or who's questioning their path in life. This practical & liberating wisdom will allow you to come home to yourself with deeper clarity & support you taking the next aligned step.

Ever feel unexpectedly low on your birthday - even when everything looks like it should be a celebration? You’re not alone. In this tender and insightful solo episode, Georgia unpacks the phenomenon of the “birthday blues,” revealing why these milestone days can sometimes stir feelings of lack, highlight old wounds, or trigger unmet expectations. Drawing from her own experience, including navigating illness, singledom, and starting over in a new town—she shares a fresh perspective on how to turn birthdays into days of self-honour rather than self-critique. You’ll hear about the deeper forces at play (including the astrology of the solar return), how childhood conditioning sneaks into adulthood, and the practical ways you can reclaim this day as a ritual of appreciation and empowerment. If birthdays often leave you feeling unseen, disappointed, or adrift, consider this your invitation to rewrite the script. Georgia’s heartfelt roadmap - rooted in gratitude, self-compassion, and conscious intention -will help you shift from comparison and expectation into presence and celebration, no matter your circumstances. Tune in for grounded wisdom, soulful tools, and gentle reminders you can carry with you not just on your birthday, but every day you want to feel a little more unbound.

What does it really mean to be happy? What about when you feel stuck, stagnant & low?In this honest and refreshingly real episode of Unbound, Georgia and Hannah strip away the self-help slogans and dive into the messy, nuanced journey toward true contentment. From the myth of “just be happy” to how stress, privilege, and everyday chaos impact joy, they share raw personal stories - Georgia revisits her journey through depression, and Hannah reflects on the challenge of simply finding space to begin. You’ll discover why happiness is an inside job, how body chemistry is more involved than you think, and the role of meditation and micro-actions in creating inner bliss. Plus, practical ways to shift your state when you feel stuck, reset your baseline, and invite joy into the everyday, imperfect present.What You’ll Learn in This EpisodeWhy “just be happy” is the least useful advice (0:45)Georgia’s raw account of depression, privilege guilt, and finding that true happiness isn’t circumstantial (3:00)The science + spirituality of bliss: body chemistry, meditation, and stress (9:00)Why you can’t fake your way to joy (and what actually works)Stillness vs. overstimulation: reconnecting to your real feelings (15:00)The power of contrast: retreats, rest, and resetting your baselineHow to know if you’re really happy - or just busyActionable tools: movement, momentum, and the magic of micro-actions (52:00)The sacredness of asking for help, and why starting small is transformationalThis episode will meet you wherever you're at with practical & actionable tools & advice to shift your state & understanding the full picture when it comes to true & lasting happiness.

Think you know manifestation? Think again. In this ep Unbound cuts through the hype and glossy vision board culture & explosion of manifestation coaches to uncover the real mechanics of manifesting and abundance. Forget “think positive harder”—this is about understanding why so many mainstream approaches keep us stuck in craving, and how to access the deeper alignment that actually shifts your reality.This episode unlocks what the manifestation coaches won't tell you: why attachment sabotages desires, why happiness doesn’t live at the end of your wish list, and how to move from wishful thinking into genuine fulfilment.What You’ll Hear in This EpisodeThe biggest myth about manifestationHow to really find happinessHow you might be getting in the way of manifestationAligned desires vs needinessTools for letting go—without giving up on what you loveWhen things aren't manifesting: moving through loneliness, comparison, and frustration when life takes longer than plannedHow to minimise friction in creating the life you dream ofHow to enjoy the journey while still holding your visionTune in for radical wisdom, clear guidance, and a little tough love as Georgia and Hannah go deep into co-creation, resistance, and living in flow—without getting lost in the hype.

Curious about astrology but tired of clichés? Unbound takes you beyond the memes and Mercury retrograde panic to uncover the deep wisdom & practical application of Vedic Astrology. Here's astrology beyond the woo - a grounded view on where the science & collective fascination intersect.In this episode, you'll learn what sets Vedic astrology apart, how planetary influences shape your journey, and why your birth chart is so much more than a zodiac meme. Discover what your soul chose for this lifetime, how 'dasha' periods and planetary alignments affect your growth, and tangible ways to use astrology as a tool for self-understanding, parenting, relationships, and more. If you're ready for something deeper, dive in. What’s the real deal with Mercury retrograde—and are the planets really to blameThe science behind Vedic astrology vs. Western astrology; what’s your true rising sign? What are 'Dashas'? Understanding the planetary periods that shape your lifeBirth charts, karma, and why your time and place of birth are more meaningful than you thinkGemstones as a planetary remedies: align your blingParenting insights: how your child’s chart can validate your instincts and support their unique needsThe Saturn scaries - Saturn's true role in growth and spiritual maturityRelationships decoded: what your chart reveals about love, compatibility, and timingNot predictions, but empowerment: using astrology to clarify your purpose and next steps. Press play for conscious, practical, and inspiring astrology—no dogma, just relevant, applicable wisdom, tuning you to your broader cosmic counterparts.

Are you stuck in search mode? Wondering what you’re meant to do - or why “living on purpose” feels so damn hard these days? This episode of Unbound dives into the big one: What is the meaning of life, and how do you find your place in it - without losing yourself to comparison, burnout, or Insta-perfect expectations?Georgia and co-host Hannah keep it raw and real as they unpack: How social feeds and modern life trap us in comparison and external validationWhy true fulfilment never comes from outside recognition (not even the dream job, perfect home, or “supermum” status)The three layers of Dharma: your inner connection, moment-to-moment alignment, and the unique offering you bring to the world Parenting, childhood, and the messy beauty of letting kids - and yourself -explore, play, and quit what doesn’t fit Why “just a mum” or quietly impactful work can be as powerful as a global stage Ditching the five-year plan: trusting your next right step without needing the whole roadmap The real markers of purpose: alignment, agency, and following the breadcrumbsEpisode HighlightsStop chasing, start receiving: fulfillment is an inside jobThe dangers of tying self-worth to career or “success”The ego’s comparison game on social mediaDharma isn’t always a job title—it’s also in the momentWhy kids (and adults) need freedom to play, quit, and wanderSurprising astrological insights on growth and questioning your pathDoes legacy matter? Rethinking meaning beyond “being remembered”✨ Unbound is for the cycle-breakers and anyone ready to get real about what it means to live on purpose - without burning out or selling out.

Are you ready to unravel everything you thought you knew about love and connection? In this juicy and honest episode of Unbound, Georgia and Hannah dive deep into the real purpose of relationships—and spoiler: it’s not what Disney promised you. From karmic contracts to trauma bonds, rejection to red flags, they get candid about what relationships are really here to teach us, and how to shift from codependence to conscious love. With raw wisdom, a dose of humour, and stories you’ll feel in your bones, this conversation will change the way you see love—whether you’re dating, partnered, or thriving solo. What You’ll Learn in This EpisodeThe spiritual purpose of relationships (and why it’s not about being “completed”)The dangers of societal programming & Disney dreamsRelationships as mirrors: growth, wounds, and karmic bondsTrue connection vs. trauma bonds (and how to tell the difference)Why some “failed” relationships are actually cosmic successesStaying whole while looking for love—and the beauty of being singleGetting real about rejection, self-worth, and red flagsKeeping long-term love alive: how to keep a relationship alignedThe truth about destiny, soul contracts, and missed chancesHow to know if a partner is ready to walk a path of growth with you✨ Ready to get real, get unbound, and redefine your relationship story? This is the relationship draft you’ll actually want to follow.Share with someone who's thinking about the deeper meaning of love, life, loss & singledom.If you're loving Unbound support the show by hitting subscribe, giving a review and sharing this episode.Connect with Georgia @gvmeditation & www.gvmeditation.com.

In this provocative episode, Georgia and Hannah dive into the messy, fascinating space where organised religion collides with modern spirituality. They explore how traditions can offer wisdom and belonging—but also how dogma, patriarchy, cult dynamics, and even discrimination carried out in the name of religion can distort their essence.What you'll hear:Can religion and spirituality truly coexist?The danger of ego, exclusivity, and power dynamics in spiritual and religious spaces & how to reclaim discernmentHow interpretation, translation, and cultural overlays impact teachings including the role of patriarchyReincarnation: is it a thing and why it can be jarring in the WestRitual - empty performance vs the deeper mechanics, what we might be missing out onThe value of direct experience: The role of techniques and stress releaseNavigating spiritual teachers, gurus, and the importance of self-sufficiency and discernmentThe value of community (sangha) and finding your peopleGeorgia and Hannah share personal stories of spiritual searching, brushes with dogma, and how they found practices that lead to genuine freedom.This is a raw and honest exploration of faith, ritual, cults, community, and the courage it takes to follow your own inner resonance. At its core: spirituality was never meant to divide—it was always meant to unite.Book recommendations referenced in the show:“Many Lives, Many Masters” by Dr. Brian Weiss"Proof of Heaven: A Neurosurgeon's Journey into the Afterlife", Eben Alexander. M.D. Thanks for listening to Unbound! If you enjoyed this episode or want to keep the conversation going support the show by hitting subscribe, giving a review & sharing this episode with anyone who may be asking the same questions.

Uplifting. Raw. Deeply relatable. In the very first episode of Unbound, host Georgia Vavasour and co-host Hannah Davison crack open what it really means to move from feeling stuck to living in full alignment. Georgia courageously shares her own story: from a childhood clouded by sadness and sensitivity, to battling depression, divorce, and excess partying, to facing down a shocking cancer diagnosis—all before discovering the tools that helped her unravel the layers keeping her bound. She doesn’t hold anything back—revealing the circuit-breakers, wake-up calls, and profound spiritual openings that shaped her path. How did she go from 'crying every day' from the age of 3, to feeling connected, inspired and even blissful? What does true liberation actually feel like in the body? This isn’t just theory—it’s lived wisdom. What You’ll Hear in This EpisodeGeorgia’s raw journey from burnount & depression, fatigue & divorce to healing, clarity & deeper alignmentThe role of antidepressants: stigma, benefits, limitationsThe impact of lifestyle choices (alcohol, drugs) on mental healthDivorce: The emotional process of letting go of relationships and identityQuestioning societal expectations about happiness and partnershipThe shocking cancer diagnosis that became a key turning pointThe universal process of evolution, alignment, and “course-correction”What “unbound” feels like in the body (and why it matters)People-pleasing, perfectionism, and the hidden ways we keep ourselves boundThe role of meditation, mentorship & deeper wisdom in breaking cyclesWhy surrender—not striving—became the key to freedomA glimpse of where the Unbound series is headed. This foundational episode introduces Georgia, her path & illuminates her flavour of wisdom. These chats get real & raw but shed light on the true mechanics of life. Stay tuned for the upcoming episodes on Religion & Spirituality - where it all went wrong & Unravelling Relationships - trauma bonds, karmic contracts & the singledom myth.Share this episode with anyone also on the pathway to getting unbound. If you were moved by this episode, support the show by hitting subscribe & leaving a review.Connect with Georgia on Instagram @gvmeditation or at gvmeditation.com.

Welcome to Unbound — the podcast for anyone ready to release what’s holding them back and return to the deeper truths of life, with more clarity, intention, freedom & flow.In this short trailer, you’ll get a taste for Unbound:Honest, conscious conversations that go deeper than your Instagram feedAncient wisdom and modern tools for real liberation, clarity, and purposeGeorgia’s own journey from depression and cancer to true happiness and meaningThe big topics we’ll explore in the first season — spirituality beyond the dogma, finding true purpose, unravelling relationships, astrology beyond the woo, manifestation beyond the hype, and more.Along the way, you’ll meet guests (both known & unknown, but quietly powerful) who’ve walked their own unique paths to becoming unbound.✨ This is your roadmap and inspiration for living an unbound life, returning to what's true true with deeper meaning and connection.👉 Subscribe now so you don’t miss the first episodes — and let’s get Unbound.