Feel Better, Live More with Dr Rangan Chatterjee

Fearne Cotton on How To Find Your Happy Place #230

Jan 19, 2022

Join Fearne Cotton, a renowned UK TV presenter and author of 'Bigger Than Us,' as she opens up about navigating grief after the loss of her beloved rescue cat, Lula. She shares insights on self-compassion and how embracing both happiness and heartbreak can lead to a more authentic life. The conversation highlights the significance of connection, personal growth, and finding joy in life's spontaneity, alongside the challenges of public identity and the pressure of societal expectations. Fearne emphasizes the healing journey through shared experiences and kindness.

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Fearne's Cat Loss

Fearne Cotton shares her heartbreak over losing her 20-year-old cat, Lula.
This loss opened her up to spiritual thinking and finding meaning.

INSIGHT

Grief's Impact

Grief can strip away unnecessary layers and diminish the ego.
Fern finds it humbling and believes it fosters more authentic work.

ANECDOTE

Rangan's Spiritual Awakening

Rangan Chatterjee reflects on his own spiritual awakening through grief after his father's death.
This prompted him to question life's meaning and his own path.

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CAUTION: Contains swearing and themes of an adult nature.

It is my absolute pleasure to be able to share today’s conversation with you. I’m speaking with fellow podcaster and author Fearne Cotton, someone I count as a good friend and kindred spirit.

Fearne has been a talented and high-profile star on UK TV and radio since the age of 15. But these days she’s found her ‘happy place’ out of the public glare, living with intention and sharing her experiences with a like-minded audience. Fearne’s latest book, Bigger Than Us, is a beautiful exploration of spirituality, connection, and a judgement-free look at our ideas of wellness.

As this episode begins, Fearne shares her very recent heartbreak at losing a cherished companion of 20 years, her rescue cat Lula. We talk about her bereavement, the experience of grief and how it can open us up to spiritual thinking and finding meaning. Fearne is a big believer that self-compassion is the key to living an authentic life, although she freely admits this is something she struggles with. We discuss honouring the good and bad in our lives, and how letting go of the past and limiting beliefs doesn’t mean blocking them out – just refusing to carry them around with us.

What I love about Fearne’s approach is that she doesn’t claim to be an expert in self-help – she’s just super-keen to share what’s worked for her and might interest others. Perhaps the best example of this is Fearne’s Happy Place Festival, which brings people together for the sorts of communal experiences we agree can be life-changing.

I so enjoyed talking to Fearne. She’s honest, relatable and she helps so many people through her work. I’m honoured that she felt able to come on the podcast at what was a difficult time for her. But as you’ll hear, there’s much light and laughter in this conversation too. It’s a very special one – I think you’ll enjoy it.

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