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Life Design with Paula Tursi

This podcast is dedicated to all life explorers who are striving to live a conscious and purposeful life. Paula shares the spiritual insights borne out of her 30+ years experience as a yoga teacher and counselor. Topics range from spiritual and physical wellness to self-development and self-realization and what does it take to live the life you have always been called to. Listen to her conversations with some amazing people who have chosen to live life on their own terms.

  • Conversation with Christina Berkley

    An inspired and inspirational chat with Christina Berkley on developing a deep and unshakable sense of self, purpose, career and more.

  • Conversation with Chrissy Sie Merritt

    A chat with Chrissy Sie Merrit on creativity, inspiration, painting and where it all comes from.

  • Conversation with Anya Fleshler

    In this episode Paula talks about creativity and Feng Shui with Anya Fleshler.

  • Conversation with Nicole Burley

    In this episode Paula talks to Nicole Burley, life coach, nutrition and fitness coach, on how you can choose a new life after 50.

  • Conversation with Kathleen O'Connell

    In this conversation with Yoga Teacher/Ayurvedic Health Practitioner, Kathleen O'Connell (Dragonfly Yoga Barn-New Hampshire) joins Paula to discuss stepping outside of your self-imposed box and knowing when to walk away in pursuit of a more authentic life.

  • Conversation with Michelle Gay

    In this episode Paula is joined by Michelle Gay, fifth-degree black belt and world karate champion. Michelle began her martial arts journey after the age of 40 (!) and continues training people in the art of self-defense.

  • "She has skillfully distilled the essence of my thoughts, often revealing insightful truths that, while challenging, are fundamental to understanding myself."

    I have had the privilege of working with Paula in several capacities, and each experience has been enriching. As a counselor, Paula is an exceptional listener, carefully considering my words on multiple levels. She has skillfully distilled the essence of my thoughts, often revealing insightful truths that, while challenging, are fundamental to understanding myself.

    Beyond counseling, we have also collaborated in yoga and meditation. Paula consistently brings thought-provoking philosophical perspectives to these disciplines, enhancing my practice and deepening my understanding. She has the ability to bring together diverse concepts and practices in a unique and thoughtful way.

    I look forward to continuing our work together and exploring her other offerings, further insights and growth that her guidance generously provides.

    — A.R.

  • “She shined a light on a path I couldn’t see for myself,”

    My life would be drastically different had I not met Paula. She shined a light on a path I couldn’t see for myself, and with her penetrating wisdom and boundless support, helped guide me towards a life that is authentic, magical, and uniquely my own.

    — R. R.

  • "Paula has offered such a bright star and compass point in my development as both a human and a psychologist."

    “I have been so lucky to work with Paula for the last 20 years in a variety of capacities - yoga teacher, meditation teacher, individual counselor/coach, and satsang leader. Paula’s incredible clarity, pragmatism and grounded positivity around some of the most nuanced, complex, and life-affirming physical, psychological and spiritual principles have truly offered such a bright star and compass point in my development as both a human and a psychologist. I would be so excited for anyone who can find their way into her orbit and have her guidance in making sense of things on all levels.”

    — G.O.

  • "She literally brought me back to life, to love and to myself!"

    "I met Paula when I was in a very dark place in my life, and she literally brought me back to life, to love and to myself! Since then, Paula has been coaching me through some very big transitions in my personal and professional life and I could not have navigated through these changes with as much honesty, grace and love without her help."

    — N. H.

  • "Paula is richly intuitive and at the same time, pragmatic in her guidance."

    "Paula is richly intuitive and at the same time, pragmatic in her guidance. The depth of her tremendous presence helps me explore the patterns of my conscious and unconscious mind, but also speaks to the heart of the matter. I leave our sessions feeling heard, grounded and clear."

    — R. M.

  • "I thought I had seen it all when it came to self-help, but this experience has given me an entirely new perspective—and a whole new toolbox."

    I have been in therapy for many years and have certainly made progress and felt "better." However, after a significant relationship ended, I realized I needed a different kind of support—my existing tools weren’t enough to get me through it. That’s when I was referred to Paula, and she has truly helped me transform on what feels like a cellular level.

    I have never felt more like myself—I finally understand who I am. Paula is like a tutor; she sits with you and helps untangle the thoughts and emotions you once believed were just the way things had to be. I feel incredibly fortunate to have her in my life, and I cannot express enough gratitude for her work.

    I thought I had seen it all when it came to self-help, but this experience has given me an entirely new perspective—and a whole new toolbox. In fact, this work doesn’t feel like self-help; it feels like having someone guide you to truly understand yourself and what you want from your time on this earth.

    — M.C.

  • "Her wisdom, compassion, guidance and love saved me in so many ways."

    Paula was a gift to me from the universe. Working with her WILL change you in big ways or small ways. But always in what matters on your journey. I don’t know where I would be without her. Her wisdom, compassion, guidance and love saved me in so many ways. I owe lifetimes of gratitude. I hope and imagine you will feel the same.

    — M.B.

  • "The ‘aha’ moments felt natural and guided—without the usual pressure of “Why isn’t this changing?” Instead, I’ve started to trust myself more."

    I met Paula at one of the most challenging moments of my life—because isn’t that when the biggest changes happen? Traditional therapy wasn’t working anymore, and the critical voice that had always pushed me forward was now paralyzing me with anxiety.

    Working with Paula for the past six months has felt like fast-tracking my personal growth. Her words resonate deeply, the way she reframes things just makes so much sense (which I need! ), and I can truly feel the shifts happening. She encourages me, pushes me when necessary, and calls me out with the utmost compassion. For the first time in my life, I feel truly seen and heard for who I am.

    What amazed me most was how quickly Paula understood the patterns in my personality and life that were holding me back. The ‘aha’ moments felt natural and guided—without the usual pressure of “Why isn’t this changing?” Instead, I’ve started to trust myself more.

    I wholeheartedly recommend Paula to anyone ready to change their life in the most meaningful and transformative way.

    — M.A.