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Addiction affects far more than the individual - it impacts families, relationships and entire communities. Yet many families are still told that their only option is "tough love," waiting for a loved one to hit rock bottom before change can happen.

In this insightful conversation, Brian Berneman is joined by addiction therapist and educator Amber Hollingsworth, creator of the popular YouTube channel 'Put the Shovel Down'. Drawing on more than 20 years of experience, Amber shares why traditional approaches often fail and how families can become powerful catalysts for change without judgment, confrontation or force.

Together, they explore the difference between "pushing" and "pulling," how to help someone find their own motivation for change and why compassion is often more effective than criticism. They also discuss generational patterns of addiction, family dynamics, identity, healing and the ripple effect that occurs when one person begins to transform.

Whether you are supporting a loved one through addiction, navigating challenging family dynamics or simply interested in human behaviour and personal growth, this episode offers practical wisdom and a hopeful perspective on recovery and change.

In this episode, you'll learn:

• Why "tough love" often creates more resistance than recovery
• The powerful "Pull, Don't Push" approach to helping loved ones change
• How to reduce defensiveness and create space for honest conversations
• Why reinforcing a person's strengths can be more effective than criticism
• The role of family systems and generational patterns in addiction
• How healing one person can positively impact an entire community
• Why addiction is far more solvable than most people believe

A compassionate and empowering conversation about recovery, connection and the human capacity for change.

To learn more about Amber find her on Facebook, Youtube and https://www.familyrecoveryacademy.online/.

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In this powerful episode of The Conscious Action Podcast, Brian Berneman sits down with parenting alchemist, speaker and author Jacqlin Richards for a deeply honest conversation about parenting, trauma, healing and the journey from survival to self-awareness.

Drawing from her own life experiences (including adoption, childhood trauma, addiction, postnatal depression and profound personal transformation) Jacqlin shares how her greatest wounds became the foundation of her life's work supporting parents and families.

Together, Brian and Jacqlin explore why so much parenting advice fails, the difference between knowledge and capacity, how unresolved childhood experiences shape our relationships and why perfection is one of the greatest obstacles to authentic parenting.

They discuss the importance of nervous system regulation, repairing after mistakes, honest communication with children and how parents can break generational cycles by reconnecting with their own intuition and humanity.

Whether you are a parent, planning to become one, healing your relationship with your own parents or simply interested in personal growth and conscious living, this conversation offers valuable insights into how we can transform pain into wisdom and create healthier relationships with ourselves and others.

In this episode, you'll discover:

• How childhood wounds continue to shape adult behaviour and relationships
• The difference between parenting knowledge and parenting capacity
• Why perfection is hurting parents and children alike
• The power of repair, authentic apologies and honest communication
• How to break generational patterns and heal family dynamics
• Why nervous system regulation matters more than parenting strategies
• The role of intuition in conscious parenting
• How self-awareness can transform the way we relate to ourselves and others
• Practical ways to build resilience, connection and trust within families

Jacqlin also shares insights from her new book, Fck Up Your Kids with Grace and Humour*, a refreshing and compassionate invitation for parents to let go of perfection, embrace their humanity and parent from a place of connection rather than fear.

For more about Jacqlin find her on Instagram and Facebook.

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Brian Berneman is joined by Allura Halliwell to share the spontaneous, non-drug-induced experience that changed everything: an out-of-body merging with source that left her unable to recognize herself, her preferences or her old life. From that disorienting awakening, Allura developed the Consciousness Method, a framework for bridging deep spiritual realization with the practical reality of being human.

Together, Brian and Allura explore the "interface," the space between our inner awareness and our outer life, and how unconscious patterns keep us looping in old wounds. Allura introduces the three core wounds she sees underlying almost all human suffering: feeling unloved, unworthy and unknown.

Rather than avoiding the pain these wounds create, she shares why she sees pain itself as a portal back to wholeness and how meeting it directly (rather than the suffering that comes from avoiding it) builds a felt sense of internal safety that ripples out into how we experience the world.

This conversation moves through awakening, integration and the shift from feeling like a victim of reality to becoming its conscious co-creator. It's a rich, honest look at what it actually takes to live an awakened life, not just have one.

In this episode:

• Allura's spontaneous out-of-body experience and its disorienting aftermath
• What the Consciousness Method is and how it works
• The three core wounds: unloved, unworthy, unknown
• Why pain (not suffering) can be a doorway to healing
• Moving from victimhood to conscious co-creation

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What if fertility isn't just about hormones or reproductive health, but a reflection of your entire life?

In this insightful conversation, Brian Berneman is joined by fertility coach Sonia Ribas, founder of The Fertility Solution, to explore a truly holistic approach to fertility and conception. Drawing on over 16 years of experience and having supported women bringing more than 700 babies into the world, Sonia shares why fertility is what she calls a "luxury function", something the body prioritizes only when it feels safe, nourished and supported.

Together, Brian and Sonia discuss the powerful connection between stress, the nervous system, emotional wellbeing, nutrition and fertility. They explore how chronic fight-or-flight states can impact conception, why feeling safe is essential for the body to move from survival into creation and how personalized, sustainable lifestyle changes can transform fertility outcomes.

Sonia also shares her practical "Detox, Nourish, Flow" framework, simple nervous system regulation techniques, nutritional guidance and the importance of addressing limiting beliefs, emotional patterns and the deeper stories we carry. The conversation touches on secondary infertility, the pressures many parents face and how fertility can become a doorway to greater health, balance and self-understanding.

Whether you're trying to conceive, supporting someone on their fertility journey, or simply interested in the connection between mind, body and wellbeing, this episode offers valuable insights and practical tools for creating the conditions for life to flourish.

In this episode, you'll discover:

• Why fertility is a "luxury function" and what that means for your body
• The impact of chronic stress and nervous system dysregulation on conception
• How the body prioritizes survival before reproduction
• Sonia's holistic "Detox, Nourish, Flow" framework
• Simple practices to help your body feel safe and supported
• The role of nutrition, inflammation, sleep and emotional wellbeing in fertility
• How limiting beliefs and emotional patterns can influence your fertility journey
• Why sustainable lifestyle changes matter more than perfection
• Understanding secondary infertility through a holistic lens

To learn more about Sonia Ribas find her on Instagram and thefertilitysolution.com

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In this episode of the Conscious Action Podcast, Brian Berneman is joined by Tinsley Galyean a researcher, author, technologist and founder of Curious Learning for a profound conversation about curiosity, learning, limiting beliefs, compassion and the transformative power of literacy.

Tinsley shares his fascinating journey from studying computer science, mathematics, engineering and visual arts at Massachusetts Institute of Technology to working with global media companies, educational technology and eventually launching initiatives focused on ethics, human development and global literacy. Together, Brian and Tinsley explore how curiosity can become a gateway for personal growth, self-reflection and social transformation.

The conversation dives into Tinsley’s deeply personal experiences, including how overcoming childhood fear through self-experimentation sparked a lifelong exploration of mindfulness, meditation and the ability to reshape our beliefs and inner world. They also discuss the importance of recognizing and reframing limiting beliefs (both individually and collectively) and how curiosity can help us remain open, compassionate and adaptable in a rapidly changing world.

Tinsley also shares the inspiring work of Curious Learning, an international nonprofit helping children in underserved communities learn to read through localized mobile learning apps in over 60 languages. From villages in Ethiopia to communities in Nigeria and South Africa, the impact of literacy is creating ripple effects far beyond education, empowering children, transforming communities, reducing child marriage and opening new possibilities for future generations.

The episode also explores:

• The difference between learning and traditional education
• Why curiosity enhances the brain’s ability to learn
• The role of technology and devices in conscious education
• How mindfulness and self-reflection can transform our lives
• The importance of kindness, compassion and understanding others

Tinsley also speaks about his book Reframe, which blends travel memoir, spiritual reflection, neuroscience, literacy and practical frameworks for identifying and transforming limiting beliefs.

This is a rich and inspiring conversation about human potential, conscious learning, and the possibility of creating meaningful change, both within ourselves and in the world around us.

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What if the way we lead today is no longer fit for the future we’re creating?

In this episode of The Conscious Action Podcast, Brian Berneman sits down with Maria Brinck to explore a new paradigm of leadership - one rooted in connection, balance and long-term wellbeing.

Maria shares her journey from corporate success at General Electric and the biotech industry to living in the Congo Basin rainforest, where she discovered the missing piece so many of us feel today: connection.

Together, we unpack what’s broken in today’s leadership models, and what’s possible if we choose a different path.

🌱 What we explore in this episode:
- Why current leadership models are unsustainable
- The balance between masculine & feminine qualities in leadership
- How disconnection impacts our wellbeing and society
- Lessons from indigenous wisdom and nature
- Simple mindfulness practices to calm your nervous system
- Why redefining success is essential for true fulfillment
- The role of diversity, empathy, and long-term thinking in shaping the future

🌍 Key message:
We don’t just need better leaders, we need a new way of leading.
A way that values connection over competition, meaning over materialism and long-term wellbeing over short-term gains.

✨ Simple practice from this episode:
Take 1 minute, 2–3 times a day to pause and connect with your senses:
What can you see, hear, feel, smell, and taste?
This small shift can change how you experience your entire day.

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Let me know in the comments 👇

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In this episode of The Conscious Action Podcast, Brian Berneman shares the deeper “why” behind the creation of Conscious Moments - a platform designed to bridge the gap between powerful experiences and lasting transformation.

So often, we attend a retreat, a workshop or a class and feel inspired, expanded, and connected… yet struggle to carry that same awareness into our everyday lives. As Brian reflects from years of personal practice and working with others, the real challenge isn’t the experience itself, it’s the integration that follows.

This episode explores the truth that transformation doesn’t happen in isolated moments - it’s cultivated in the small, conscious choices we make each day.

Conscious Moments was born as a response to this need.

Inspired by the journey behind the Conscious Integration documentary, this membership platform offers ongoing support, practical tools, and a like-minded community to help you bring awareness into your daily life - whether you have five minutes or just one conscious breath.

Through simple yet powerful practices, Brian invites you to shift your focus from “finding time” to making conscious choices, reminding us that sometimes, one moment is all it takes to change the trajectory of your day.

In this episode, you’ll discover:

• Why powerful experiences alone don’t create lasting change
• The importance of integrating awareness beyond the “practice space”
• How small, consistent actions can support nervous system regulation and well-being
• The vision behind Conscious Moments and how it supports you daily
• The power of community, consistency, and shared growth

This is more than a platform, it’s an invitation.
An invitation to meet yourself more consciously.
To live with greater presence, awareness and intention moment by moment.

✨ Because you don’t need more time to change your life… you just need one conscious moment.

Join the conversation:
What are your conscious moments? How do you bring awareness into your daily life? Share your reflections and be part of a growing community walking this path together.

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Brian Berneman sits down with psychotherapist, yoga teacher and author Catia Batalha for a heartfelt conversation about grief, awakening, embodied spirituality and the courage to trust life’s unfolding.

Catia's personal journey: from growing up with a deep sense of emptiness and aloneness, to building what looked like the “perfect” life, only to have it collapse after the devastating loss of a pregnancy. In that darkness, where hope felt unreachable, something unexpected began to emerge. Through yoga philosophy, shamanic practices, psychotherapy and intentional ritual, Catia found a path not just out of despair but into a more awakened, connected life.

Together they explore:

• How destruction can create space for profound rebirth
• Why setting a clear intention can begin to reorganise your entire life
• The transformative power of embodied practices like yoga, sweat lodge, plant medicine journeys and pilgrimage
• The importance of grounding spiritual expansion through the body and nature
• The difference between the “horizontal” path of doing and the “vertical” path of awakening
• Why intuition may be our most trustworthy guide

Catia speaks about depression, grief and the reality that healing is not just a mental process, it must be embodied. From walking the Camino de Santiago with a single intention, to participating in ritual and purification ceremonies, she reflects on how conscious, repeated devotion to healing begins to shift our inner vibration.

One of the most mystical moments of the episode comes when Catia shares how her book, Echoes of the Timeless, was written. What began as a surf trip in Portugal turned into three weeks of unexpected back pain and an unstoppable creative download. A reminder that life’s greatest creations often arise when we surrender control.

At its heart, this episode is an invitation:

To embrace the mystery instead of trying to control it.
To see your darkest moments as part of a larger puzzle you may not yet understand.
To remember that interconnectedness is not a philosophy, it is a lived experience.
To trust that your intuition is always guiding you toward greater aliveness.

If you are navigating grief, questioning your path or longing for deeper meaning, this conversation offers both grounded tools and expansive perspective bridging modern psychotherapy with ancient wisdom.

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Life is full of change, sometimes gradual, sometimes sudden, and it can leave us feeling unsettled, anxious or even stuck. In this episode Brian Berneman explores how to navigate personal and societal change with awareness, resilience and trust in life’s natural flow.

Change is not a failure. It is a universal law. From a nervous system perspective, uncertainty triggers fight, flight or freeze responses. Feeling unsettled during transitions is normal, it’s how your body signals that old patterns, roles or beliefs are shifting.

But within disruption lies opportunity. When the familiar dissolves, you are invited to examine unconscious patterns, release what no longer serves you and consciously evolve. Brian shares strategies to use external change as momentum for internal growth and healing.

In this episode you’ll learn:

• How to stay grounded and calm during uncertain times
• Simple daily anchor points to create stability (like routines, hydration and somatic practices)
• Tools for emotional regulation and nervous system self-care
• How to reframe “what-if” thinking to focus on positive possibilities
• Ways to honor endings, grieve loss and step into transformation
• How community and connection support resilience

Whether you’re facing personal transitions, relationship shifts or societal change, this episode provides guidance to help you trust the process, embrace impermanence and turn uncertainty into a catalyst for growth.

Reflective questions to explore while listening:

• What in my life is asking to be released?
• What part of me is being strengthened through this change?
• If I trusted these transitions, how would I show up differently?

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In this powerful and heart-opening episode Brian Berneman explores the transformative world of Family Constellations, a therapeutic modality designed to heal the generational patterns, entanglements and unprocessed trauma we unknowingly carry from our ancestors.

Whether you are completely new to Family Constellations or already familiar with systemic work, this episode offers a grounded, compassionate introduction to how these invisible dynamics shape our emotional lives, relationships and sense of belonging, and how healing them can create profound shifts not only for ourselves, but across entire family systems.

What You’ll Learn:

✨ Unseen entanglements: How unresolved trauma travels across generations and shows up as depression, addiction, recurring relationship issues, financial challenges or the feeling of being “stuck”, amongst others.
✨ Systemic healing: Why healing your wounds can create a ripple effect that supports past and future generations.
✨ Core principles: The foundations of systemic balance and why disruptions create emotional or relational imbalance.
✨ A different kind of therapeutic work: How Family Constellations accesses the family “energy field” to reveal what words or logic can’t reach.
✨ Real-life stories: Powerful examples from Brian’s years of facilitating this work, including sudden reconnections, emotional breakthroughs and unexpected shifts in relationships, health and career.

Case Studies You’ll Hear

• A client struggling in her relationship discovers a deep parental wound leading to a surprising and healing reconnection after 10 years of estrangement.
• A business block reveals a repressed childhood trauma - uncovered and healed through constellation work, completely shifting the client’s professional life.

Brian offers both individual sessions and group healing circles, in-person and online, for anyone ready to work with their family system and begin releasing what no longer belongs to them.

This episode is an invitation to pause, reflect, feel and reconnect with the deeper roots of your life’s challenges and gifts. Healing your lineage is not just an act of personal transformation, it’s an offering to those who came before and those yet to come.

Listen now, reflect deeply, and allow the healing of your lineage to be the gift you pass forward.

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In this episode of The Conscious Action Podcast, Brian Berneman explores the powerful intersection between ancient spiritual teachings and modern neuroscience - revealing how these seemingly separate worlds are now coming together to support our well-being and conscious evolution.

Drawing from his unique background in Tibetan Buddhism, meditation, movement practices holistic therapy and post-graduate studies in neuroscience, Brian shares how timeless wisdom is now being confirmed by cutting-edge research. From meditation’s impact on the prefrontal cortex and amygdala, to the way breathwork influences the vagus nerve, science is finally measuring what spiritual traditions have known for thousands of years.

But this conversation goes far beyond information. Brian reminds us that knowledge alone is not enough. True transformation happens when we embody what we know: when “knowledge” becomes lived “wisdom.”

You’ll hear practical, accessible tools for weaving these insights into daily life, including:

• Starting your day consciously to support your nervous system
• Using the breath as a bridge to reset between tasks
• Connecting with nature to regulate emotions and energy
• Practicing gratitude and compassion to rewire the brain

Brian also explores how we can honor ancient traditions while making their practices more accessible: letting go of labels or intimidating terminology so that more people can benefit from their depth.

This episode is an invitation to explore your own meeting point of science and spirituality, your awareness, your daily choices, your body.

Tune in to discover:

• Why ancient wisdom and neuroscience are not separate but beautifully complementary
• How to bring more presence, regulation and clarity into your routines
• What practice you might integrate into your life next without needing to label it

After listening, share with us:
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In this episode Brian Berneman shares profound lessons from his time living at a Tibetan Buddhist retreat center. Far from being a religion, Brian approached Tibetan Buddhism as a philosophy of life: practical, experiential and deeply insightful.

Brian explores how daily practices and teachings can reshape our awareness, relationships and approach to life:

• Skillful Means: How applying mindfulness to everyday tasks can reveal mental patterns and cultivate presence.
• Expanded Awareness: How deep presence can 'expand time', allowing more thoughtful responses and fuller engagement in each moment.
• Balance in Presence: The wisdom of “Be present, don’t be stupid,” integrating mindfulness with practical planning.
• Death Practice: Daily meditation on impermanence as a guide to living with gratitude, intentionality and meaningful relationships.
• Connection to Nature & Energy: Living in the redwood forest and practicing Kum Nye Tibetan Yoga to understand and move internal energy.

Brian also reflects on the power of compassion, self-awareness and the teachings of Tibetan Lama, Tarthang Tulku, that continue to shape his life today.

Whether you are curious about Tibetan Buddhist practices, mindful living or expanding your awareness in daily life, this episode offers practical insights and inspirational takeaways.

Listen now to discover how ancient wisdom can transform the way you live, work, and connect with the world around you.

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In this deeply personal episode, host Brian Berneman opens up about his own journey - from a life of disconnection, stress and anger to one of balance, awareness and conscious living.

Brian shares how growing up in Argentina shaped his early experiences and how discovering Tibetan yoga, meditation and energy healing practices became turning points in his transformation. He reflects on pivotal moments of self-awareness, from learning to feel his body for the first time to understanding energy, compassion and presence through years of personal practice and spiritual study.

You’ll hear how living in a Tibetan Buddhist Retreat Center helped him integrate mindfulness into everyday life, and how this journey inspired his lifelong mission to guide others toward greater peace and alignment.

This episode is an invitation to remember that change is possible - that we can all move from unconscious reactions to conscious responses, from disconnection to a deeper sense of connection with ourselves and others.

Whether you’re beginning your own journey of self-discovery or seeking inspiration to continue, this episode offers powerful insights and heartfelt encouragement to live more consciously, every day.

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In this episode Brian Berneman explores what it truly means to reclaim your personal power — to stop giving it away to others, to fear or to circumstances, and instead return to your inner strength and truth.

Drawing from his work in mindfulness, energy healing, and holistic living, Brian shares a heartfelt reflection on how we can move from disempowerment to empowerment through awareness, responsibility and conscious choice.

In this episode, you’ll explore:

• Where you may be giving away your power - to authority figures, external expectations or internal doubts.
• Awareness and presence as the first steps toward reconnecting with your authentic self.
• Shifting from victimhood to responsibility, cultivating the ability to respond consciously rather than react.
• Practical tools for reclaiming power, including grounding, breathwork, setting boundaries, energy clearing and expressive practices.
• How reclaiming your power supports healing: restoring your energy flow and balance within.
• The ripple effect: how standing in your truth uplifts your family, community and the collective.

Brian reminds us that reclaiming power isn’t about control or domination, it’s about remembering who we truly are. Each act of awareness, presence and courage to set boundaries becomes a declaration of sovereignty and self-love.

Take a pause this week to reflect: Where am I giving my power away?
Begin to reclaim it one mindful, empowered choice at a time.

✨ Tune in now to rediscover your inner strength and embody your wholeness.

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On this episode Brian Berneman explores the concept of positive thinking and its potential drawbacks.

Key Takeaways:

• Toxic positivity, the pressure to maintain constant happiness, can hinder personal growth and healing
• Acknowledging and allowing the full spectrum of emotions is crucial for well-being and authentic personal development
• Genuine optimism, rooted in reality and awareness, differs from toxic positivity which bypasses pain and negative experiences
• Practical techniques like mindfulness, somatic practices and emotional check-ins can help integrate all emotions healthily

The Pitfalls of Toxic Positivity:

• Pressure to maintain a happy, optimistic state at all times
• Can delay personal growth and create inner disconnection
• Often leads to repression of genuine emotions, potentially manifesting as physical ailments (e.g., stress, illness, tension)
• Contrasts with ancient wisdom traditions that honor difficult emotions as necessary for growth

The Importance of Emotional Honesty:

• Acknowledging the full spectrum of human experiences is crucial for well-being
• Naming feelings can help regulate the nervous system

Mindfulness and Emotional Awareness:

• Mindfulness creates a safe container to experience emotions without judgment
• Differentiating between identifying with emotions and identifying emotions

Authentic Positivity vs. Toxic Positivity:

• Genuine optimism is rooted in reality and awareness
• Toxic positivity is rooted in fear and bypasses pain
• Finding an anchor during difficult times rather than ignoring challenges

Practical Techniques for Emotional Integration:

• Daily emotional check-ins through journaling or acknowledgment
• Somatic practices for releasing stuck energy (e.g., breathwork, movement, shaking)
• Sharing authentically with trusted individuals
• Giving oneself permission to be human, not perfect

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Have you ever held back from speaking your truth, afraid of being judged, misunderstood or rejected? We’ve all been there. But what if that fear is actually blocking the deep, authentic connections you long for?

In this episode, Brian Berneman explores the paradox of vulnerability - why we often see it as weakness, when in reality, it’s the ultimate strength. Drawing on holistic health practices, personal experiences and insights from years of guiding others on their healing journey, Brian shares how vulnerability can open the door to deeper relationships, greater resilience and a more balanced life.

You’ll discover:
- Why embracing vulnerability reduces stress and fosters true wellbeing.
- How sharing your story creates connection, empathy and trust.
- Simple, practical steps to practice vulnerability every day.
- How discomfort signals growth and the opportunity to expand.
- The freedom and healing that come with living authentically.

Vulnerability isn’t about oversharing - it’s about choosing courage over fear, presence over pretense and authenticity over performance. This is your invitation to step into the fullness of who you are and create the meaningful relationships you deserve.

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On this episode Brian Berneman explores effective meditation practices for busy modern lifestyles, focusing on the power of brief, conscious moments.

Key Takeaways:

• Short 1-2 minute meditation practices can be highly beneficial, even in busy schedules
• Quality of awareness and presence matters more than duration in meditation
• Micro-moments of stillness help regulate the nervous system, reduce stress, and improve productivity
• Simple techniques like focused breathing, sensory awareness, and gratitude can be powerful tools for quick meditation

The Myth of "No Time to Meditate":

• Common misconception that meditation requires long time commitments
• Everyone has 1-2 minutes available throughout the day
• Short, quality moments of awareness are more important than duration
• Micro-moments can effectively balance, clarify, and calm the mind

Benefits of Brief Meditation Practices:

• Regulate nervous system and support overall health
• Increase focus and presence
• Lower cortisol levels and reduce stress
• Rewire the brain for resilience
• Shift from sympathetic to parasympathetic nervous system activation
• Improve productivity and communication in work environments

Integrating Practice into Daily Life:

• Use bathroom breaks for quick meditation
• Practice before meetings or when stuck in traffic/waiting in line
• Start or end the day with a brief meditation

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On this episode Brian Berneman sits down with Dr. Holly Duckworth, a QHHT (Quantum Healing Hypnosis Technique) practitioner and author, to explore the profound wisdom and healing potential of connecting with the higher self.

Key Highlights:

• Holly's transformative journey from a family tragedy to discovering Dolores Cannon's work and dedicating herself to QHHT
• Detailed explanation of the QHHT process and how it facilitates deep trance states to access higher wisdom
• Common themes that emerge from Holly's extensive QHHT sessions, including:
  • The surprising simplicity of one's life purpose
  • The crucial role of forgiveness in physical healing
  • The concept of gratitude as a state of being that can enrich the soul's growth

The purpose of life and the role of gratitude:

Brian & Holly discusses the key insights from her book "Finding Purpose", where she shares that the most common answer from higher selves about life purpose is simply "to be" - to be the unique individual you are. They also explore the importance of gratitude, not just as a practice but as a state of being that can enhance one's spiritual growth and soul evolution.

Explore:

• A deeper understanding of the transformative potential of quantum hypnosis
• Practical insights on cultivating presence, self-forgiveness, and a grateful mindset in the face of life's challenges
• A thought-provoking exploration of the intersection between spirituality, psychology, and the healing power of the higher self.

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On this episode Brian Berneman explores the concept of the purple unicorn' or 'black sheep' in families - individuals who break patterns and bring healing.

• The 'purple unicorn' serves a vital role in family healing and breaking unhealthy patterns
• This role, while challenging, is a chosen responsibility to transmute intergenerational trauma and create positive change

• Self-care, support systems, and various healing practices are crucial for those in this position to maintain well-being and effectively impact their families

• Reframing the 'Black Sheep' Narrative:

• Brian introduces the 'purple unicorn' concept as alternative to 'black sheep'

• Emphasizes their role in carrying a "blueprint for healing"

• Challenges and Responsibilities of the Purple Unicorn:

• Often misunderstood, may face exclusion or struggle to find commonality

• Can experience internal conflict, mental health challenges, and emotional intensity
• Tasked with breaking patterns, changing traditions and transforming family dynamics

• Requires balancing personal well-being with the responsibility of initiating change

• Healing Practices and Support Systems:

• Recommends somatic practices for nervous system regulation

• Emphasizes mindfulness, meditation, and breathwork for creating spaciousness
• Suggests energetic practices to clear inherited beliefs and attachments

• Highlights the importance of community and not feeling alone in the process

• The Ripple Effect of Personal Healing:

• Individual healing impacts siblings, children, parents, ancestors and future generations

• Describes the purple unicorn as a "bearer of medicine" and bridge between old and new
• Emphasizes the act of service and love in bringing something different to the family

Balancing Authenticity and Family Relationships:

• Acknowledges that some may limit family interaction for well-being, while others maintain ongoing relationships
• Encourages finding the right balance for individual needs
• Stresses the importance of choosing authenticity over fitting into dysfunctional patterns
• Reflect on family patterns and practice compassion for all family members
• Journal or meditate on the question: "What patterns in your family are you here to transform?"

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On this episode Brian Berneman explores the concept of healing beyond the cessation of pain or suffering, and discuss the role of pain in personal growth.

• Healing isn't just about eliminating pain; it's about shifting underlying emotional, behavioral, energetic, and ancestral patterns
• Pain and suffering are messengers, signaling aspects of ourselves that need attention and transformation
• Healing is non-linear, often messy, and can initially intensify awareness of repressed feelings before leading to clarity and lightness
• Multiple modalities (e.g., somatic work, mindfulness, energy healing) can be employed in the healing journey, tailored to individual needs

Redefining Healing:

• Healing goes beyond symptom disappearance
• Pain as a messenger, not an enemy
• Healing involves exploring multiple dimensions:
  • Body: Somatic imprints, tension, nervous system regulation
  • Mind: Negative self-talk patterns, behavioral loops
  • Energy: Blockages, fragmentation in subtle body

Approaches to Healing:

• Family Constellation & Ancestral Healing: Identify and release inherited patterns
• Somatic practices: Rewire physical and emotional response cycles
• Mindfulness meditation: Increase present moment awareness, shift from reacting to responding
• Energy healing: Clear and realign energetic systems
• Buddhist perspective: Acknowledging suffering as part of reality (samsara), while recognizing a path out of suffering

The Non-Linear Nature of Healing:

• Can be messy, tender, and painful
• May involve grief, disorientation, or loss of identity
• Initial intensification of awareness and feelings
• Gradual shift towards feeling lighter, calmer, and more connected
• Timeframe varies greatly: from days to years

Self-Reflection in Healing:

• Identify recurring patterns despite symptom relief
• Willingness to let go of familiar patterns
• Explore various methodologies to find what works personally

Integration and Presence:

• Bringing new habits and perspectives into daily life
• Choosing presence over patterns consistently
• Viewing healing as returning to wholeness
• Understanding that pain may recur, but responses can change

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On this episode Brian Berneman and Masati explore insights on human potential, consciousness expansion, and transformational practices.

Key Takeaways:

• Masati gained profound insights through near-death experiences, accessing deeper levels of consciousness beyond typical human awareness
• "Inception frequencies" and "hypermeditations" can rapidly shift core patterns, allowing access to greater human potential without reliving trauma
• Current consciousness shifts are like a "software upgrade", requiring humans to adapt or risk being left behind as reality becomes more efficient
• Simple practices like spatial referencing can help people locate themselves in dimensions of reality and begin separating from limiting patterns

Masati's Near-Death Experiences:

• Had first NDE at age 22 in warehouse accident, allowing "disillusion" of identity and access to pure potential
• Second NDE at ~42 through drowning in Belize, described as "resurrection" granting deeper access to universal knowledge
• Experiences provided insights into "science of how the universe works" and ability to read people's timelines/algorithms

Accessing Human Potential:

• Humans typically only access 2% of their possibilities/potential
• Main life purpose is understanding the other 98% of limitless self

Consciousness Shifts and Societal Changes:

• Time/space becoming more efficient, like a "software upgrade" for consciousness
• Great opportunity for expansion, but some will resist the upgrade
• Those who adapt will experience a "fantastic world" of higher consciousness

Transformational Practices:

• Spatial referencing: Locating self in relation to objects/sounds to separate from old patterns
• Inception frequencies: Accessing/changing the core "pebble" creating ripples of experience
• Hypermeditations: Guided experiences to rapidly shift core frequencies without reliving trauma

Masati is a visionary thought leader and the CEO and Founder of Xponential Intelligence Science.

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On this episode Brian Berneman explores why many people wait until hitting rock bottom before making significant life changes, and discuss preventative approaches to personal growth.

Key Takeaways:

• Society often glorifies "pushing through" and busyness, leading to crisis-driven change
• Preventative awareness involves noticing early signals from our body and mind before they escalate
• Creating daily spaces for reflection, connection, and rest can help prevent reaching rock bottom
• Seeking support and creating personalized structures/rituals can aid in maintaining alignment and preventing crises

The Pattern of Crisis-Driven Change:

• Many people seek help only when reaching a crisis point or "rock bottom"
• Society consciously/unconsciously teaches to ignore warning signs and push through challenges
• Common belief that significant change requires a breakdown or wake-up call
• This approach keeps people in a reactive rather than proactive state

Preventative Awareness and Early Signals:

• Connecting with our bodies allows us to notice early warning signs
• Mindfulness meditation helps observe without judgment, increasing self-knowledge
• Understanding inherited patterns from ancestors and culture aids in recognizing unhelpful beliefs
• Prevention is about presence and listening, not control
• Honoring "whispers" before they become "screams" is key to proactive change

Healing as an Ongoing Process:

• Healing is not a one-time fix but an integrated, ongoing journey
• Creating a more conscious lifestyle involves regular reflection and recalibration
• Incorporating ancient wisdom into modern life can support personal growth
• Living in right relationship with cycles, energies, and people promotes balance
• Noticing repeating patterns without judgment is crucial for creating change

Practical Steps for Preventative Change:

• Daily check-ins: Ask "How am I really feeling?" even for brief moments
• Seek support from trusted individuals (friends, family, healers, coaches, therapists)
• Understand that self-care is about alignment, not fixing something "wrong"
• Choose conscious action before reaching crisis points
• Emphasizes the importance of creating space to feel and process emotions safely

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On this episode Brian Berneman chats with Jacqui O'Connor about her journey and her work with Heart Place Hospital to support healthcare workers and carers.

Key Takeaways:

• Heart Place Hospital provides multidimensional support for frontline workers, addressing physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual needs
• The healthcare system often neglects self-care for carers, leading to burnout and stigma around seeking help
• Integrating holistic approaches with conventional healthcare can create more sustainable and effective care models
• There's a growing need to normalize and support empathic, sensitive qualities in healthcare professionals

Healthcare System Challenges:

• 80% of frontline workers don't access support due to stigma
• Many enter healthcare to fill personal voids, leading to "unhealed healers"
• Systemic issues lead to burnout, choosing paychecks over moral compass
• Lack of training on boundary setting and self-advocacy

Creation of Heart Place Hospital:

• Registered charity focused on "caring for the carers"
• Provides safe, soft sanctuary for healthcare workers to seek support without stigma
• Offers multidimensional support: mindset work, trauma healing, precision medicine
• Uses Te Wheke Maori Health model (octopus with 8 limbs) to address mind, body, soul, and family

Empathy and Sensitivity in Healthcare:

• Reframes high sensitivity and empathy as gifts rather than weaknesses
• Advocates for more "feminine energy" in care: compassion, kindness, receptiveness
• Supports healthcare workers in exploring and utilizing their intuitive gifts

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On this episode Brian Berneman explores the importance of slowing down in a fast-paced world and discuss methods for incorporating slowness into daily life.

Key Takeaways:

• Slowing down is essential for well-being, connecting with natural rhythms, and combating burnout and anxiety
• Ancient cultures and wisdom traditions recognized the cyclical nature of time and the importance of rest
• Introducing daily rituals of presence and aligning with nature's cycles can help reintegrate slowness into modern life
• Slowing down isn't about doing less, but being more present and creating space for deeper understanding and connection

The Lost Art of Slowness:

• Modern world prioritizes speed, productivity, and hustle
• Ancient cultures were more connected to life's rhythms, viewing slowness as sacred
• Time seen as cyclical, with moments for speed and slowness

Consequences of Constant Speed:

• Disconnection from natural rhythms leads to:
  • Burnout
  • Anxiety
  • Overwhelm
  • Chronic health conditions
• Sense of urgency often fabricated by systems
• Progress doesn't always require speed; slowness can be foundation for sustainability

Benefits of Slowing Down:

• Facilitates self-regulation and understanding of personal rhythms
• Creates space for unlearning and becoming more conscious
• Allows for deeper engagement with life and present moment
• Improves nervous system regulation
• Enables better understanding of one's experiences and emotions

Practical Methods for Incorporating Slowness

1. Daily rituals of presence:
   • Meditation
   • Breathwork
   • Slow walking
   • Mindful eating
2. Calendar blocking for pauses and slowdown time
3. Aligning with nature's cycles
4. Technology detoxes and nature retreats
5. Intentional living vs. urgency-driven living

Reflect on areas of life where you're rushing past what matters.

Identify opportunities to let go of constant productivity pressure.

Introduce one small moment of slowness daily (e.g., a single deep breath).

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Brian Berneman and Kate Kripke discuss maternal mental health, conscious parenting, and strategies for mothers to navigate challenges and connect with their children.

Key Takeaways

• Focusing on "how to feel" as a mother, rather than "what to do", leads to better outcomes and connections
• Addressing deep-rooted beliefs and nervous system regulation is crucial before implementing parenting strategies
• Mothers have innate wisdom and intuition, but need tools to access it amidst societal pressures and expectations
• Emotions are never the problem; learning to regulate them internally enables better parenting and secure attachment

Challenges in Mainstream Parenting Approaches:

• Many women enter motherhood focused on "doing" rather than "feeling"
• Fear of being a "bad mother" leads to anxiety and micromanagement
• Overemphasis on external factors (e.g., feeding methods, sleep arrangements) rather than connection
• Societal expectations of self-sacrifice and putting child's needs first can be detrimental

Importance of Maternal Mental Health and Self-Regulation:

• Mother's mental state directly impacts child's development and sense of safety
• High-achieving women often struggle with perfectionism and anxiety in motherhood
• Learning to self-regulate and stay grounded is crucial for secure attachment
• Addressing personal limiting beliefs is necessary before implementing parenting strategies

Developing Secure Attachment and Intuition:

• Secure attachment requires parents to be steady and resilient amid chaos
• Slowing down and quieting external noise allows access to maternal intuition
• Generational patterns can be changed through self-work and trusting inner wisdom
• Supporting mothers to find their own answers rather than relying solely on external expertise

Emotional Regulation and Acceptance:

• Emotions are never the problem; they always make sense
• Learning to tend to emotions with self-compassion is key
• Staying steady with children's emotions fosters secure attachment
• Shifting from trying to "fix" children's distress to supporting them through it

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On this episode Brian Berneman explore thes importance of focusing on the present moment in personal development while addressing past experiences and future aspirations.

Key Takeaways

• Present moment focus is crucial: it's the only time we can take action
• Healing the past in the present creates positive change for the future
• Somatic practices and mindfulness enhance present-moment awareness
• Personal growth involves balancing past reflection, present action, and future vision

The Present Moment as the Focal Point:

• Only the present moment truly exists; the past is gone, the future is not yet here
• Focus on "present moment forward" for personal growth
• Changing present relationships with past events alters future trajectory

Addressing the Past for Growth

• Past trauma = unprocessed experiences we carry with us
• Healing involves processing past events in the present
• Goal: learn from and unpack "rocks" we've been carrying

Shaping the Future Through Present Actions

• Present changes create different future versions of ourselves
• Without active change, future likely remains similar (habit-driven)
• Each micro-decision affects potential future outcomes

Somatic Practices for Present Awareness:

• Reconnecting with the body enhances present-moment connection
• Somatic healing releases carried tensions and blockages
• Practices promote relaxation and increased presence
• Examples: meditation, mindfulness, focused work/play states

Next Steps

• Reflect on personal focus: past, present, or future orientation?
• Implement daily mindfulness or somatic practices for present-moment awareness
• Identify unprocessed past experiences to address in the present
• Set intentions for future growth based on present-moment insights
• Share experiences and insights from this topic with others for mutual learning

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On this episode Brian Berneman talks with Olivia Johnson-Lee about reconnecting with our cycles and the power we have in aligning to natural cycles.

Olivia's journey:

She describes her journey of seeking answers for her mental health challenges as a teenager, which led her to explore yoga, women's circles, and eventually birth doula training. This inspired her to dive deeper into the menstrual cycle and bring awareness to the womb space.

Understanding the menstrual cycle:

Olivia explains the four phases of the menstrual cycle - menstruation, follicular, ovulation, and luteal - and how they can be compared to the seasons. She emphasizes the importance of tuning into our own direct experience of the cycle rather than just learning about it externally. Olivia shares examples of how tracking her own cycle revealed patterns and insights about her mental and physical experiences.

Honoring the cycle and creating safety:

Brian & Olivia discuss the importance of honoring our individual experiences and needs throughout the cycle, and creating safety and self-compassion as we share this with others. She suggests starting small with the "1% rule" and being discerning about who we open up to. They also speak to the role of men in supporting and honoring the feminine cycle.

The connection between cycles and birth:

Olivia shares her perspective on the connection between conscious menstruation work and the birth process. She believes that developing a trusting relationship with our cycle can help us approach birth with more ease and surrender, as the cycle is an innate intelligence that we can learn to work with.

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On this episode Brian Berneman and Harrison Meagher explore the power of presence, purpose, alignment in business and more.

The power of presence:

The discussion delves into the concept of "presence" - the deep, divine essence within each person that can be consciously infused into one's work and interactions to create greater impact and resonance. They explore how to tune into and embody this presence.

Aligning business with purpose:

Supporting spiritual business owners and entrepreneurs to expand their impact, ensuring their purpose, presence, and heart are fully expressed through their offerings and service to the world.

Honoring cycles and rhythms:

Brian and Harrison discuss the importance of honoring one's natural cycles and rhythms, especially for women, and how this can support more sustainable, balanced, and inspired expression of one's work and purpose.

Embracing the full spectrum of experience:

They emphasize the importance of having compassion for all of one's experiences, the "light" and the "dark", and how this allows one to truly integrate and embody their wholeness, rather than judging or rejecting parts of the journey.

Expanding impact through technology and travel:

Harrison encourages the listeners to utilize modern tools like social media and AI, as well as the ability to travel, to expand the reach and impact of their heart-centered work, even if it feels scary or unfamiliar at first.

Harrison Meagher is a Spiritual Business Coach devoted to helping spiritual entrepreneurs, business owners & Creatives reconnect with their unique PURPOSE, PRESENCE & MAGIC.

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On this episode Brian Berneman and Jenny Morgan explore approaches to challenging conversations, emphasizing empathy and understanding diverse perspectives.

Key Takeaways:

• Empathy & self-awareness are crucial for effective communication across differing views
• Fear & shame are counterproductive; curiosity and compassion foster connection
• Creating time/space to understand others' experiences is vital, despite perceived urgency
• Language & labels can both connect and divide; nuanced understanding is key

Understanding Self and Others:

• Self-awareness enables better understanding of others' perspectives & experiences
• Recognizing common human experiences (e.g. trauma, survival mechanisms) builds empathy

Empathy, Fear & Shame in Conversations:

• Fear stems from feeling unsafe, can lead to lashing out or freezing up
• Shame is ineffective for inspiring change
• Empathy requires curiosity & openness to others' unique realities

Language & Emotional Complexity:

• Words/labels can create misunderstanding; important to clarify meanings
• Emotions are complex; rarely experiencing just one feeling at a time
• Being comfortable with nuance and "gray areas" enables more productive dialogue

Positive Approach to Change:

• Optimistic realism: focusing on potential for growth & positive outcomes
• Finding common ground can bridge ideological divides
• Engagement with positive news/framing more impactful than "doom and gloom"

Book "Cancel Culture in Climate":

• Helps readers explore themselves & form connections across differences
• Provides frameworks for motivational conversations & value-based discussions

Jenny Morgan is a dedicated advocate for sustainable change, with expertise spanning Corporate Social Responsibility, social and environmental impact, the B Corp Movement, and climate strategy. Her passion lies in creating lasting, positive impact, and fostering collaboration within the climate movement.

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On this episode Brian explores the concept of personal choice and responsibility in self-development and life circumstances.

Key Takeaways:

• Many people live on autopilot, driven by unconscious conditioning and survival mechanisms rather than conscious choices
• Choosing oneself involves taking responsibility, prioritizing personal needs, and creating healthy boundaries
• Unlearning conditioned behaviors and healing work are crucial for authentic self-choice and empowerment
• Questioning everything is a powerful tool for personal growth and conscious living

The Unconscious Autopilot:

• Majority of people live unconsciously, driven by survival mechanisms
• Choices often stem from childhood conditioning, cultural/religious programming, and emotional baggage
• Unconscious living leads to decisions being made by protective mechanisms rather than conscious choice

The Importance of Presence and Self-Awareness:

• Being present is crucial for conscious decision-making
• Healing work helps distinguish between conditioning and authentic self
• Understanding one's own conditioning is key to following genuine intuition

Choosing Oneself:

• Taking responsibility for one's life and choices is empowering
• Recognizing inner resources and self-sufficiency ("I am more than enough")
• Creating healthy boundaries and prioritizing personal needs

Practical Steps for Self-Choice:

• Engage in unlearning and healing work
• Focus on the present moment and current version of self
• Question everything, including thoughts and feelings
• Practice being as conscious as possible in daily life

Benefits of Choosing Oneself:

• Increased authenticity and alignment with true self
• Better ability to show up for others in life
• Greater freedom from conditioning and limiting beliefs

Next Steps

• Reflect on personal decision-making patterns: conscious choice or autopilot?
• Identify areas of life where victim mentality may be present
• Explore healing modalities or practices that resonate for personal growth

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Brian explores the importance of trusting life's timing and how to balance faith with action.

Key Takeaways:

• Trust that experiences, knowledge, and opportunities arrive at the right moment for personal growth.
• Balance trust in universal timing with proactive efforts to create favorable conditions.
• Avoid comparing personal progress to others' timelines; each journey unfolds uniquely.
• Healing and integration processes have individual timelines; there's no universal "right" duration.

The Universe's Timing:

• Requires trust and faith in the process, even during challenging times
• Acknowledge limitations of personal knowledge and control

Co-creating with the Universe:

• Balance between trust and action
• Position oneself for opportunities while remaining open to unexpected paths

Personal Experiences with Timing:

• Brian's encounter with Tibetan yoga during a period of mind-body disconnect
• Meeting various teachers (Reiki, Angelic Healing, Family Constellations, Buddhism) at 'perfect' times
• Unexpected visa denial leading to life changes; trusting the process despite uncertainty

Healing and Integration Timelines:

• Healing durations vary greatly (moments to years) depending on individual
• Integration of healing into 3D reality follows a unique timeline for each person
• Creating supportive conditions can facilitate healing

Avoiding Comparison Traps:

• Comparing personal progress to others' milestones often leads to unnecessary stress
• Trusting individual timing promotes relaxation and smoother personal development

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On this episode Brian Berneman talks about the importance of self-prioritization and its impact on personal growth and relationships.

Key Takeaways:

• Self-prioritization is crucial for personal well-being and showing up authentically for others.
• Choosing oneself over belonging can lead to more genuine relationships and better self-understanding.
• Implementing boundaries and self-care practices are essential steps in making oneself a priority.
• Gradual, small changes in daily life can help shift towards self-prioritization without drastic disruptions.

The Importance of Self-Prioritization:

• Recognizing oneself as the most important person in one's life is crucial for personal growth
• Self-prioritization doesn't diminish others' importance but enhances one's ability to support them
• Airplane oxygen mask instructions - "Put your mask on first before helping others"
• Challenge: Unlearning societal conditioning that prioritizes others' needs over one's own

Redefining Selfishness:

• Encourages being "selfish" but not self-centered
• Selfishness redefined as prioritizing oneself, especially after self-abandonment

Establishing Boundaries:

• Boundaries are positive tools for understanding and honoring personal needs and energy
• Skillful communication is key when introducing new boundaries in existing relationships
• Gradual implementation allows others to adjust to the changes
• Boundaries contribute to showing up better for oneself and others

Practical Steps for Self-Prioritization:

• Start with small, daily practices that feel safe and manageable
• Suggested practices: self-care, meditation, yoga, journaling

Shifting Mindset:

• View yourself as the "main character" in your life's story
• Understand that belonging doesn't require self-abandonment
• Recognize that prioritizing oneself can model healthy behavior for others
• Gradual expansion of comfort zones to accommodate new self-prioritizing behaviors

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On this episode Brian Berneman talks with Christina Rinne about the healing power of the voice and sound.

She describes her journey from becoming a social worker to a music therapist, and how she now combines vocal embodiment, emotional release, and energetic body work in her practice.

The importance of voice and expression:Chrissy and Brian discuss the significance of using one's voice for self-expression and emotional regulation. They explore how shame and conditioning can inhibit people's willingness to fully express themselves, and the importance of trusting and honoring one's authentic voice.

The healing power of sound and resonance:They explain the concept of vocal embodiment and how the voice can be used to connect the body, mind, and spirit. They describe the physiological benefits of humming and singing for regulating the nervous system, and the importance of silence and resonance in vocal practices.

Practical tips for reclaiming one's voice:Chrissy & Brian provide suggestions for people who are struggling to express themselves, including using emotional release techniques, engaging in free-form vocal sounding, and combining movement and voice. They emphasize the importance of creating a safe space to explore one's voice without judgment.

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Importance of emotional intelligence in leadership:Brian Berneman discusses how emotional intelligence is a critical aspect of modern leadership, going beyond just IQ and technical knowledge. Developing self-awareness, empathy, and resilience through spiritual practices like mindfulness can make leaders more effective at navigating challenges, communicating with their teams, and bringing out the best in people.

Mindfulness as a tool for emotional intelligence:He emphasizes the value of mindfulness practices in cultivating the self-awareness and presence needed for strong emotional intelligence. Mindfulness allows leaders to better recognize emotions, patterns, and behaviors in themselves and their teams, leading to improved decision-making and trust-building.

Empathy and communication in leadership:Brian shares an example of how a leader's empathy and communication skills were crucial in supporting a team member going through a personal loss. By understanding the team member's needs and communicating that to the rest of the team, the leader was able to provide the appropriate level of space and support.

Balancing energy and resilience:He discusses the importance of leaders maintaining their own energy levels and resilience through practices like energy healing. When leaders feel more balanced and centered, they are better able to show up fully for their teams and handle the demands of their roles with ease.

Introducing mindfulness and wellness practices in the workplace:Brian advocates for leaders to incorporate mindfulness, gratitude, and other wellness practices into the workplace. This can create a more focused, productive, and positive team dynamic, where people feel supported in both their professional and personal well-being.

The leader's role in creating positive change:He emphasizes that when leaders prioritize their own growth and well-being, they are better equipped to positively influence their teams and organizations. By modeling the behaviors and mindsets they want to see, leaders can inspire others to also become the leaders they want to be in their own lives.

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On this episode Brian Berneman talks with Shaté Hayes about following one's path.

Shaté shares the story of her journey, starting as a professional dancer and dance educator, and then transitioning to a corporate career and now working in workforce development to help others find purpose and joy in their work. She discusses the courage it took to pursue her passion for dance despite her family's initial hesitation.

The importance of finding alignment and purpose:

Shaté and Brian discuss the importance of finding work that is aligned with one's values and inner sense of purpose, rather than just pursuing a traditional career path. They emphasize the need to listen to one's intuition and explore what brings joy, even if it's not a "typical" career.

Overcoming limiting beliefs and the courage to chart your own path:

They explore the challenges of going against societal expectations and charting one's own path, including dealing with self-doubt, fear of failure, and the need to find one's "tribe" of like-minded individuals. They encourage listeners to have the courage to pursue their passions, even if it's risky or unconventional.

The power of storytelling and self-promotion:

Shaté discusses the importance of being able to effectively tell one's story and highlight one's unique value proposition, both in the job search process and in building an independent career. She emphasizes the need to see oneself as the "hero" of one's own journey and to confidently share one's experiences and skills.

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On this episode Brian Berneman chats with Michelle Hawk about the power and journey of personal transformation.

Michelle's Shamanic & Alchemical Journey:Michelle discovered shamanism as a teenager. She has studied various shamanic traditions and also developed a deep interest in alchemy, seeing it as a way to combine her scientific background in biology with her spiritual practices.

The Interconnectedness of Science and Spirituality:Michelle & Brian discuss how their backgrounds in science and spirituality have always complemented each other, with both finding ways to integrate these seemingly disparate fields.

Explaining Shamanism and Alchemy:An earth-based spiritual practice focused on animistic consciousness and connection with the spirit world. She then explains alchemy as a process of transmuting base material into its most elevated, actualized form - both in the physical & spiritual sense.

The Cyclical Nature of Transformation:Michelle outlines the seven stages of the alchemical cycle - calcination, dissolution, separation, conjunction, fermentation, distillation, and coagulation. She emphasizes that this process is cyclical rather than linear, and that it's important to trust and engage with each stage rather than trying to skip ahead.

Grounding Spiritual Transformation in the Physical:Michelle & Brian discuss the importance of grounding spiritual and energetic transformations in one's physical life, health, and daily existence. They emphasize that true transformation requires integrating these changes into one's material reality.

Empowering Others with the Alchemical Process:

Michelle believes that understanding this process can empower people to collaborate consciously with the forces of change and transformation, rather than feeling like a victim of circumstances.

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On this episode Brian Berneman introduces the topic of holistic living - nurturing ourselves spiritually, cognitively, and in all aspects of our modern, fast-paced lives. He shares his own journey of integrating spiritual practices daily to bring more wholeness and balance.

Incorporating daily spiritual practices:

Brian emphasizes the importance of integrating small, manageable spiritual practices into our daily routines, such as taking 3 deep breaths before meals. He explains how this can help create new neural pathways and shift our energy to show up differently.

Discernment and authenticity in wellness trends:

He cautions against blindly following wellness trends and practices, urging listeners to be discerning and trust their own intuition. He highlights the need to find practices that truly resonate, rather than getting caught up in what's popular or what others are doing.

Balancing self-care and service to others:

Brian stresses the importance of healers, coaches, and others in service roles to prioritize their own self-care and spiritual growth, using the analogy of putting on your own oxygen mask first before assisting others on an airplane. He notes the lack of role models for this balance.

Connecting with nature and diverse spiritual traditions:

He emphasizes the value of connecting with nature, whether through daily practices or immersive experiences. He also encourages exploring diverse spiritual traditions, while cautioning against cultural appropriation and ensuring practices are honored and understood correctly.

Integrating spirituality into daily life:

Brian shares his perspective that being present and mindful in any activity can be a spiritual practice. He invites listeners to continue exploring holistic living, being curious, and integrating spiritual growth into all aspects of their lives.

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Celebrating 200 episodes of The Conscious Action Podcast:

Brian Berneman emphasizes the importance of celebration for mental health, motivation, and cultivating a positive mindset. Brian notes that many cultures around the world have rituals and ceremonies to mark significant life events and stages, and encourages you, the listener, to learn from these practices.

Celebrating small wins and everyday accomplishments:

Brian discusses how celebration doesn't have to be reserved only for major achievements. He advocates for being intentional about acknowledging and celebrating the small wins and everyday accomplishments in our lives, such as completing tasks on a to-do list. Practices like journaling and gratitude can help foster this mindset of celebration.

Reflecting on The Conscious Action Podcast journey:

Brian reflects on the journey of the Conscious Action podcast, which began in late 2019. He expresses gratitude for the amazing guests he has had the opportunity to interview, representing diverse perspectives on topics like well-being, spirituality, and sustainability. Brian shares that the podcast has been as much of a learning experience for him as it has been for the listeners.

Appreciating listeners and inviting celebration:

In closing, Brian expresses his appreciation for the listeners who have supported The Conscious Action Podcast, whether from the beginning or more recently. He invites listeners to share how they incorporate celebration into their own lives, emphasizing the importance of honoring not just the "big wins" but also the challenges and setbacks we face on our personal growth journeys.

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On this episode Brian Berneman talks with Kate Hall (Ethically Kate) once again after being the first guest of the podcast.
Key Takeaways

• Kate Hall (Ethically Kate) has evolved from Instagram influencer to sustainability educator, author, and public speaker
• Sustainability messaging should balance seriousness with accessibility, fun, and hope to inspire action
• Diversifying income streams and maintaining offline connections are crucial for influencers' long-term sustainability
• Starting small with conversations and composting can kickstart a more sustainable lifestyle

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Kate's Evolution as "Ethically Kate":

• Started sharing on Instagram ~8 years ago out of passion for learning about sustainability
• Now a full-time sustainability educator, writer, public speaker, and author
• Wrote book "Better Bolder Different" during 2021 lockdown
• Focuses on inspiring individuals to live more sustainably in accessible ways

Balancing Seriousness and Accessibility in Sustainability Messaging:

• Uses fun, playful approach to make sustainability more engaging
• Aims to inspire hope and positive action rather than paralysis
• Emphasizes personal benefits of sustainable living beyond environmental impact
• Recently sharing more about personal challenges to be authentic and relatable

Sustainable Influencing and Business Strategies:

• Diversified income streams beyond Instagram (speaking, writing, Patreon)
• Maintains offline life and connections larger than online presence
• Targets mainstream audiences and corporate settings for greater impact
• Adapts messaging and platforms as sustainability landscape evolves

Starting a Sustainability Journey:

• Have intentional conversations about everyday habits, especially with older generations
• Learn through podcasts, documentaries before making purchases
• Start composting as an accessible entry point with multiple benefits

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On this episode Brian Berneman explores the importance of integrating holistic practices into healthcare for professionals' wellbeing and improved patient care.

Key Takeaways:

• Self-care is crucial for healthcare professionals to provide better patient care and maintain personal wellbeing.
• Incorporating short, easy-to-implement holistic practices (e.g., mindfulness, breathwork) can significantly impact stress management and overall health.
• Shifting workplace culture to prioritize employee wellbeing can create a ripple effect, benefiting both staff and patients.
• Sustainable, personalized approaches to wellbeing practices are key for long-term success and preventing burnout.

The Importance of Self-Care in Healthcare:

• Healthcare professionals often face high stress, long hours, and emotional challenges.
• Self-care is essential for maintaining personal wellbeing and providing better patient care.
• Put on your own oxygen mask before helping others.
• Studies show increased resilience in professionals who incorporate practices like yoga, mindfulness, or breathwork.

Practical Holistic Practices for Busy Schedules:

• Short, easy-to-implement practices that can be integrated into daily routines:
  • Brief mindfulness exercises during shifts.
  • Paying attention to breath and thoughts while working.
  • Quick breathwork practices.
  • Grounding exercises using body movement.
  • Mindful moments between patients or meetings.
  • Stretching or invigorating movements during breaks.

Physical Wellbeing and Nutrition:

• Importance of staying hydrated throughout the day.
• Eating a balanced diet.
• Proper nutrition and hydration contribute to maintaining energy levels and overall health.

Changing Workplace Culture:

• Incorporating wellbeing practices can positively impact workplace culture.
• Suggestions for team-based activities like group meditation sessions.
• Benefits of shared practices includes creating support systems, normalizes focus on mental health & improves team connections.

Organizational Support for Wellbeing:

• Bringing in external experts for workshops or training.
• Providing access to wellbeing classes.
• Offering one-on-one support with

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In this insightful episode, Brian Berneman is joined by guest Fernanda Bertrand to explore the profound topic of balancing the material and spiritual aspects of life.

Fernanda, a successful entrepreneur in the interior design and staging industry, shares her journey of realizing that external achievements and material wealth did not bring the lasting fulfillment she had expected. Through self-discovery and spiritual practices, she is learning to bridge the gap between her outer success and inner peace.

Key Points:

• Fernanda’s journey from Brazil to Los Angeles, starting a family, and building a thriving business.
• The realization that material success alone does not equate to inner peace or a sense of purpose.
• The importance of uncovering your deeper “why” and redefining success in a holistic way.
• The challenges of breaking free from societal expectations and finding your authentic path.
• Balancing the practical responsibilities of life with the pursuit of spiritual growth.
• The power of practices like meditation, visualization, and death meditations in reconnecting with core values and legacy.
• Strategies for shortening the gap between our thoughts, stories, and present moment awareness.
• The role of support systems in navigating personal transformation.
• Living with intention and recognizing the preciousness of each moment.

This conversation offers listeners wisdom and inspiration on how to align their external achievements with their inner truths, providing a thoughtful exploration of what it truly means to thrive. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, a career-driven individual, or simply seeking greater balance, this episode will help you find more meaning and fulfillment on your journey.

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On this episode Brian Berneman talks with Pam Buchanan, founder of Quantum Sense about the importance of integrating the soul into our understanding of wellbeing and work.

Key Takeaways:

• Pam & Brian advocate for a holistic approach to health, integrating body, mind, and soul wellness.
• The importance of grounding and understanding one's soul purpose before attempting to elevate consciousness.
• Businesses need to evolve to incorporate soul health alongside physical and mental health initiatives.
• Shifting from a fear-based to a love-based world requires conscious effort in changing our energy and environment.

Pam's Background and Journey:

Pam has had a 40-year career in asset management and fintech, working with industry-leading companies like Tesla and Facebook. As an identical twin, she developed an early fascination with the concept of the soul, looking beyond the physical and mental aspects of life. Her unique journey has led her to combine her extensive business experience with a deep spiritual exploration, promoting a new paradigm of living that integrates both worlds.

The Concept of Soul Health:

Pam defines soul health as a crucial component alongside physical and mental health. She emphasizes the importance of understanding and nurturing one’s soul purpose, advocating for open discussions about soul health in both personal and professional settings. For Pam, addressing the soul’s needs is essential to living a balanced and fulfilling life.

Energy and Environment:

Pam & Brian also discuss the impact of positive and negative energies on personal well-being. They encourage individuals to create environments that support positive energy through elements like colors, sounds, and objects. They stress the significance of being mindful of the energies we absorb and emit in various situations, highlighting how these influences shape our experiences and mental state.

Grounding and Elevation:

Grounding is a key aspect of their teachings, as they believe it is essential before elevating one’s consciousness. They recommend exploring individual preferences and passions to discover authentic grounding methods. Sensory experiences can be powerful tools for connecting with one’s true self, helping individuals move beyond societal expectations to find deeper fulfillment.

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On this Episode Brian talks with guest Jana Stern about how to navigate the spiritual landscape in current times.

Jana shares her personal journey, including her early connection to spirituality and crystals, her struggles with mental health issues like eating disorders and borderline personality disorder, and her path to embracing her psychic gifts and using them to help others. She emphasizes the importance of honoring one's intuition and inner voice, rather than suppressing it.

The Mental Health Crisis and Societal Conditioning:

The discussion explores how societal conditioning and the education system often discourage people from connecting with their true selves, leading to mental health challenges. Jana and the Brian agree that reclaiming ancient wisdom and practices like conscious breathing can help address the global mental health crisis.

Navigating the Spiritual/Conscious Community:

They discuss the challenges of the spiritual/conscious community, including the tendency for some to use it as an escape rather than doing the inner work, and the importance of staying grounded and focused on one's own path rather than judging others. Brian emphasizes the need to find balance and integrate ancient wisdom into modern life.

Finding Guides and Mentors:

They advise listeners to find trustworthy guides and mentors to support their spiritual/conscious journey, while also being discerning and not idolizing them. As well, they emphasize the importance of integrating learnings and not getting lost in any one practice or teacher.

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On this episode Brian Berneman talks with Russell Harvey, The Resilience Coach.

Russell's background and journey:

Russell shares his background and how he became interested in human behavior and resilience. He started in training and learning & development roles, and eventually became a resilience coach after helping clients at the Co-op organization navigate challenges during a difficult time.

Understanding resilience and adaptability:

Russell defines resilience as "springing forward with learning" - the ability to adapt and grow from adversity, rather than just bouncing back. He explains the importance of having a purpose, being open to change, and understanding that discomfort is a normal part of growth.

The VUCA framework for navigating change:

Russell introduces the VUCA framework (Volatile, Uncertain, Complex, Ambiguous) as a way to conceptualize the constant change and challenges organizations face. He explains how the counterpart VUCA Prime (Vision, Understanding, Clarity, Agility) can help leaders and teams develop the capabilities to thrive in a VUCA environment.

Strengths-based approach to resilience:

Russell emphasizes the value of a strengths-based approach to building resilience, both for individuals and teams. He discusses how understanding and leveraging one's natural strengths can help expand comfort zones and adapt more effectively to challenges.

Optimism as a key resilience trait:

Russell highlights optimism as a critical component of resilience, distinct from toxic positivity. He explains how grounding in reality, while maintaining hope and focusing on strengths, can foster the kind of optimism that supports resilience and growth.

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On this episode Brian explores the importance of unlearning in personal growth and transformation.

Key Takeaways:

• Unlearning is crucial for breaking free from limiting beliefs, patterns, and unconscious behaviors
• Awareness, mindfulness, and reflection are key tools for identifying and unlearning conditioned responses
• Unlearning is a continuous, layered process that requires courage, responsibility, and self-compassion
• Healing work and diverse perspectives can facilitate the unlearning process and unlock personal potential

The Significance of Unlearning:

• Unlearning is as important as learning new information for personal growth
• Breaking free from conditioning (family, culture, education, ancestral) is essential
• Unconscious beliefs shape our behaviors, habits, and life experiences
• Unlearning allows us to see beyond our current limitations and explore our full potential

Methods for Unlearning:

• Mindfulness and reflection practices to identify underlying beliefs and fears
• Journaling to track patterns, tendencies, and emotional responses
• Engaging in conversations with people from different cultures and perspectives
• Seeking therapy or holistic healing approaches (cognitive, somatic, energetic)
• Continuous self-exploration to peel back layers of conditioning

Challenges and Benefits of Unlearning:

• Can be an emotional roller coaster with resistance, tension, and discomfort
• Requires gentleness, patience, and self-compassion throughout the process
• Leads to personal empowerment, authenticity, and alignment with one's true self
• Can result in significant life changes, including improved relationships and career success

Unlearning as a Spiritual Concept:

• Tibetan Buddhist teachings view enlightenment as removing veils obscuring reality
• Trauma-informed approaches see unlearning as returning to innate wholeness
• Unlearning is seen as a path to realizing one's full potential and true nature

Next Steps:

• Reflect on personal beliefs, patterns, and tendencies that may limit growth
• Explore mindfulness practices or journaling to increase self-awareness
• Consider seeking support through therapy, healing work, or diverse conversations
• Approach the unlearning process with courage, responsibility, and self-compassion
• Share experiences and insights about unlearning in the podcast comments section

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On this episode, Brian and Rosemary explore allowing changes in one's path as well as incorporating different perspectives to transform and grow.

Rosemary's Background and Journey:Starting with a legal education that didn't suit her personality, then discovering a passion for mediation and alternative dispute resolution. This led her to explore human behavior, trauma, child development, and eventually becoming a counselor and writer focused on self-improvement and personal growth.

Limitations of the Traditional Legal System:Rosemary discusses how the traditional legal system for family disputes is often not user-friendly, focused on individual interests rather than the bigger picture, and lacks a trauma-informed approach. Mediation provides a more flexible, open, and family-centric process.

Strengths-Based Approach vs. Deficit Lens:Rosemary contrasts the strengths-based approach she adopted, which focuses on people's capabilities and positive attributes, versus the more common "deficit lens" that emphasizes weaknesses and problems. This shift in perspective had a significant impact on her own self-confidence and career.

The Power of Reflection and Rewriting Narratives:Rosemary discusses how her observations of people managing adversity, combined with a strengths-based approach, led her to write a book focused on self-reflection and rewriting negative narratives. She explains the practical tools and exercises she provides to help readers shift their mindset.

Rosemary has been in alternate dispute resolution for over 15 years, specialising in family mediation and restorative justice practices.
Merging her experience as a family mediator with her study of neuroscience and trauma, she explores ways to live in a trauma-informed and strengths-based way, which is the subject of her first book.
As a chronic over-thinker, Rosemary experienced first-hand the transformative impact of rewriting overthinking into strengths-based reflection and is committed to sharing this with the world.

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Robbie's personal journey:

Robbie shares about her path into the healing and counseling space, including how the experience of helping her aunt pass away from cancer led her to pursue a master's in counseling with a focus on narrative therapy. She discusses the importance of connecting with the body and somatic experiences in the healing process.

Bridging different healing modalities:

Brian and Robbie discuss the challenges of bridging the "mainstream" cognitive/talk therapy approach with more holistic, body-based healing modalities. They emphasize the importance of meeting clients where they are, using accessible language, and finding ways to integrate different perspectives.

The power and wisdom of the body:

They emphasize the importance of developing a loving, grateful relationship with the body, as it is a powerful vessel for healing and transformation. They encourage listeners to connect with the body's innate wisdom and intelligence, rather than judging or resisting it.

Robbie Fear is a trauma-informed somatic therapist & narrative counsellor with a deep love for movement, creative expression and deepening the connection to the body, working in 1:1 and groups. Somatic bodywork, Spinal Attunement and Internal Family Systems are some of the modalities Robbie uses for both in-person and online offerings. Robbie is also the Co-Founder of Leaders of Love, hosting retreats worldwide for heart-centered leaders.

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Caring about what others think:

Brian explores why people care so much about what others think of them, explaining that this is a survival mechanism developed from the need to belong. He shares his own experience of not succumbing to peer pressure, and encourages the audience to question their assumptions about what others might be thinking.

Overcoming the fear of judgment:

Brian delves deeper into the root of caring about others' opinions, emphasizing the importance of developing a strong sense of authenticity. He suggests actively inquiring about whether others are truly judging us, and considering the actual consequences if they do.

Balancing care for others and self:

Brian shares how he was able to find a balance between caring about people and caring more about himself, allowing him to be open to others' perspectives while not changing his behavior to fit in. He encourages the audience to do the same, and to test the boundaries of what happens if others don't accept them.

Overcoming the fear of public speaking:

He uses the example of public speaking to illustrate how the fear of others' judgments can hold people back. He suggests actively asking others if they are actually thinking negatively about you, and considering whether their opinion is truly the "worst thing in the world."

Cultivating mindfulness and self-inquiry:

Brian emphasizes the importance of being mindful and self-aware, rather than constantly assuming what others are thinking. He encourages the audience to deeply inquire into their own experiences and thought patterns around caring about others' opinions, in order to overcome this limiting mindset.

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Stress and the importance of presence:

Brian Berneman discusses the topic of stress and how the antidote to stress is being present in the moment. He explains that most people are not fully present, as they are often caught up in thoughts about the past or future, rather than focusing on the present. He emphasizes the importance of practices like mindfulness, meditation, and conscious movement to help cultivate presence.

Understanding the roots of our lack of presence:

Brian delves into the reasons why people struggle to be present, noting that it is often due to conditioning from our upbringing, past experiences, and societal norms that encourage constant activity and productivity. He encourages exploring the underlying causes to become more self-aware and open to change.

Embracing the discomfort of presence:

Brian acknowledges that being fully present can sometimes be uncomfortable, as it requires allowing ourselves to fully experience our emotions and sensations, rather than trying to control or repress them. He emphasizes the importance of being kind to ourselves and recognizing that our past coping mechanisms were necessary for survival.

Choosing a new way of being:

He emphasizes that being present is a choice, and that we all have the capacity to shift our patterns of behavior and learn to live in a more balanced, supportive way. He encourages listeners to be courageous in exploring new practices and perspectives that can help them become more present and reduce the negative impacts of stress.

Presence as a catalyst for collective change:

Brian explains that when we become more present, we not only create positive change for ourselves, but also have the potential to inspire and influence others, leading to a ripple effect of transformation. He invites listeners to explore the practices and perspectives that resonate with them the most to cultivate presence and awareness.

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Chelsea's background and journey:

Chelsea shares her personal story, including growing up in a dysfunctional family, struggling with addiction and eating disorders, and finding healing through practices like yoga, meditation, and somatics. She emphasizes the importance of self-compassion and embracing one's full experience, both positive and negative.

The mind-body connection in recovery:

Brian and Chelsea discuss the significance of the mind-body connection in the recovery process. They highlight the value of listening to and honoring the body's wisdom, rather than just relying on the mind. This allows for deeper self-understanding, regulation of emotions and sensations, and sustainable healing.

Reframing identity and shame in recovery:

Chelsea and Brian explore the importance of not over-identifying with the "addict" label, which can perpetuate shame and prevent people from seeking help. They emphasize the need for a more expansive, compassionate view of oneself as a whole, evolving person, rather than being defined by one's struggles.

Advice and resources for those in recovery:

Chelsea and Brian offer advice and resources for those on a recovery journey, including the importance of self-acceptance, accessing support systems, and educating oneself about the nervous system and its role in healing.

Chelsea Rappel is first and foremost a grateful sober human journeying through Life School with as much compassion, humor, and tenderness as she can muster. Chelsea is also a bunny mom, wife, and lover of rock climbing and dancing. As a Somatic Practitioner and Yoga Therapist, Chelsea is committed to supporting folks on their recovery paths in a way that addresses the underlying dysregulation and trauma in the nervous system.
Chelsea's work integrates her extensive study of naturalistic, trauma-aware embodiment practices, helping her clients and students experience true freedom from unsupportive coping strategies (including addictions of all kinds).
Chelsea is the founder of Awakened Recovery, and is the co-founder of Resilient Recovery. Both organizations provide empowering somatic support to individuals, groups and treatment centers all over the San Francisco Bay Area and online.
To learn more about working individually with Chelsea, visit www.AwakenedRecovery.com, or to join a Resilient Recovery Circle, visit www.Resilient-Recovery.com.

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Importance of finding the right practices:

Brian discusses the importance of finding the right experiences and practices that can support each moment in our lives and help us be well. As we change and grow, we need to be open to exploring new and different practices, perspectives, and traditions to continue expanding and developing.

Adapting practices to different moments:

Brian shares how some practices he started practicing as a teenager he still does, but not in the same way every day. He learned to adapt the practices based on his energy levels, physical state, and mental state in each moment. Different moments may require a more physical, mental, or energetic approach.

Staying present and open to change:

Brian cautions against becoming too attached to a single practice, even if it has been beneficial, and encourages staying present, aware, and open to exploring what will be most supportive in each moment. Practices that once worked may need to change as we change.

Applying this approach to all areas of life:

Brian explains that this principle of adapting practices to the moment applies not just to spiritual or wellness practices, but to everything we do in our lives, including our work. Even if the activity seems the same, we can approach it differently based on our current state.

Trusting your inner experience:

Brian encourages to tune into your inner experience in each moment and discern what would be most beneficial - whether that's meditation, a walk, creative work, or time with others. By doing this consistently, we can sustain our growth and wellbeing.

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On this episode we talk with Malti Bhojwani, transformation facilitator, Coach & Author.

Malti's personal transformation journey:

Malti shares how her own personal challenges and struggles in her 30s, including being overweight, divorced, and financially unstable, prompted her to embark on a journey of self-discovery and transformation. She discusses how realizing she had created her own "mess" led her to become a "self-help junkie" and explore various modalities to shift her perspective from victim to master of her life.

The importance of awareness and responsibility:

Malti and Brian discuss the concepts of privilege and responsibility, emphasizing the importance of self-awareness and taking responsibility for one's reactions and choices. They highlight the value of creating space and pausing before responding, rather than reacting out of habit or conditioning.

Transitioning to leadership roles:

The conversation explores the challenges people face when transitioning into leadership roles, such as feeling like an imposter or not having the necessary skills, and the importance of understanding the unique needs and motivations of the team members they are leading.

Worthiness and self-acceptance:

Malti and Brian delve into the topic of worthiness, discussing how many people struggle to feel worthy and how this can impact their ability to step into leadership and transformation. They emphasize the importance of recognizing one's inherent worth and the need to balance humility with self-acceptance.

Challenges in organizational transformation work:

They share some of the key challenges they face in their work supporting organizational transformation, including clients' desire for quick fixes and the difficulty in conveying the importance of taking the time for deep, lasting change. Also discussing the importance of humility and seeing the potential in others.

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On this episode we talk with Nila Lleshaj, founder of Kiss The Earth, a wellness and beauty brand that embraces the power of Blue Lotus for both inner health and outer beauty. Blue Lotus has profoundly impacted every aspect of her life, which is why her mission is to share the wisdom and beauty of this sacred flower with the world. She believes in the healing and transformative power of sacred plants. and their ability to expand human consciousness.

Nila's journey with Blue Lotus:

Nila shares her personal journey that led her to discover and connect with Blue Lotus. She discusses how Blue Lotus helped her with sleep issues, anxiety, and depression, and how this experience inspired her to start sharing it with others. Nila explains the historical and spiritual significance of Blue Lotus, its chemical properties, and the various ways it can be consumed and experienced.

The sourcing and growing of Blue Lotus:

Nila describes how Kiss the Earth sources its Blue Lotus from small, organic farms in Thailand and Vietnam, where the plant has been traditionally grown for centuries. She emphasizes the importance of working directly with these farmers and honoring the traditional knowledge and practices around Blue Lotus cultivation.

The benefits and uses of Blue Lotus:

Nila outlines the various ways people can incorporate Blue Lotus into their lives, such as through teas, tinctures, oils, and supplements. She discusses how Blue Lotus can have both calming and uplifting effects, and how it can be used for sleep, mood enhancement, focus, and spiritual exploration. Nila also shares examples of the powerful feedback and transformative experiences people have had with Blue Lotus.

The challenges and rewards of running a conscious business:

Nila reflects on the ups and downs of running Kiss the Earth, acknowledging the overwhelming amount of work involved but also the deep sense of purpose and fulfillment she derives from it. She emphasizes the importance of self-care practices, like using Blue Lotus, to maintain balance and alignment amidst the demands of entrepreneurship.

The broader shift towards conscious living:

Nila discusses the larger societal changes and shifts in consciousness that she sees happening, and how Kiss the Earth is part of that movement towards more sustainable, heart-centered ways of living and doing business. She expresses hope and inspiration about the potential for this change, while also acknowledging the ongoing work and challenges involved.

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On this episode we talk with Valeria Sumar, a Nutritionist and Dietitian specialized in Women’s Health, menstrual health educator, Womb massage practitioner, body awareness and intuitive eating therapist, and trauma-informed practitioner.

Valeria shares her journey from studying nutrition to exploring embodiment practices and her own healing process.

Brian and Valeria emphasize the importance of reconnecting with the body and honoring its wisdom.

Challenges of disconnection from the body:

How societal and cultural norms have led many people, especially women, to become disconnected from their bodies. They explore the impacts this can have on physical and mental health, as well as the challenges in reestablishing that connection.

The significance of menstrual cycles:

Valeria delves into the historical and cultural context around menstrual cycles, highlighting how they have often been stigmatized or misunderstood. She emphasizes the importance of reconnecting with and honoring the cyclical nature of the female body, and provides practical tips for women to start charting their cycles.

Holistic approach to health and wellness:

Valeria and Brian discuss the limitations of the conventional medical system in addressing women's health concerns, and the value of taking a more holistic, embodied approach that integrates ancient wisdom with modern science. They emphasize the need for self-compassion and listening to the body's signals.

Valeria's mission is to guide women through the intimate, challenging, and profound passages of life in relation to health and well-being. She uses a compassionate approach through education, embodiment, empowerment, and motivation to health and connection with the body.

She uses a kind and inclusive approach for all BODIES. Focuses on women's health and regaining their freedom, considering the body as a whole—physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual. The body holds memory, experiences, and beliefs, which we must consider when accompanying individuals so that we can live in enjoyment of health.

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Introduction to Mindfulness in the Workplace

Brian shares his personal experience of bringing mindfulness practices into his work at a Buddhist retreat center and the positive impact it had on wellbeing, cohesion, and productivity.

Overcoming Resistance to Mindfulness

Brian discusses the importance of understanding the openness of a company's culture to introducing mindfulness practices, as they may seem foreign or unfamiliar to some. He emphasizes the need to demonstrate the various benefits to gain buy-in.

Improved Focus and Concentration

Mindfulness is proven to improve focus and concentration, leading to enhanced productivity. When employees are present and mindful of their tasks, their performance and efficiency increase.

Stress Reduction and Better Emotional Management

Mindfulness practices can help reduce stress and anxiety, allowing employees to show up better and manage high-stress situations more effectively. This leads to improved emotional intelligence and better relationships with colleagues.

Increased Resilience and Adaptability

Mindfulness helps develop better coping mechanisms and builds resilience, enabling employees to adapt more effectively to changes and challenges, such as the pandemic.

Enhanced Decision-Making and Creativity

Mindfulness can lead to clearer decision-making, reduced impulsivity, and more innovative and creative problem-solving, as employees approach challenges with an open and focused mindset.

Tailoring Mindfulness Practices to the Workplace

Brian emphasizes the importance of customizing mindfulness techniques and programs to the specific needs and circumstances of each workplace, rather than relying on generic, one-size-fits-all approaches.

Cultivating a Mindful Company Culture

Integrating mindfulness into the workplace can support and strengthen the company's culture, values, and how employees interact with each other, clients, and stakeholders.

Encouraging Mindfulness Adoption and Sustainability

Brian highlights the need for openness, investment, and sustained commitment to successfully implement and maintain mindfulness practices within a busy workplace.

Brian encourages to explore mindfulness in their own workplaces, either by advocating for its implementation or sharing their experiences if it is already in place. He provides resources and suggests ways for employees to initiate the conversation.

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On this episode we talk with Lainne Love, a Spiritual Psychology Coach & Bestselling Author, Leading Edge Healer, Founder + CEO of A Bigger Mission, and Momma.

Growing up in Chaos

Childhood with a teenage mother with a lot of instability and lack of attention, safety and funds.

Western Medicine system

Emergencies and dealing with symptoms are great with our conventional health system. For a preventative, healing process traditional medicine or 'alternative medicine' might be the way to go.

Curiosity is important

Asking questions and being curious allows us to wake up and explore different perspectives and traditions.

Inner and outer perspective

When we focus on taking responsibility for our inner experience that has an impact on the outer world. Going deeper inwardly allows to uncover what we don't want to see.

Reframing the past

Through different healing modalities we can rewrite our relationship with the past, supporting our nervous system and overall wellbeing.

Motherhood and modeling to others

How others can show us some aspects of ourselves that were hidden. The more we do our inner work we can show and model to others how to be. Moving into love and being more conscious is the pathway.

Making new and different choices

Knowing that at any point that we take responsibility we can make different choices. Every experience is an invitation to change.

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On this episode we talk with Stephanie Moyal, co-founder of Troop. They are on a mission to demystify mushrooms and make them approachable, and what better way than in a delicious gummy?

From losing her job to founding Troop

Not knowing what to do and then discovering mushroom's abilities and healing potentials and starting with Jake Mellman a new business.

The power of mushrooms

How mushrooms can help with anxiety, stress, immune system and to reconnect with ourselves.

Creating mushroom gummies

How creating the gummies and receiving the feedback from friends and family they decided to go bigger and create the business that become Troop.

Misconceptions about mushrooms

There are psychedelics mushrooms and as well taking mushrooms can be for holistic wellbeing and is for everyone. Paired with Mindfulness, one can supercharge the benefits of calmness, relaxation and wellness.

The big six

Reishi, Lion's Mane, Chaga, Cordyceps, Turkey Tail, Maitake have a big impact on the immune system and support different aspects of our body, mind and spirit.

Mushroom revolutionizing industries

From food agriculture, nutrition, packaging and Fashion, mushrooms can be a powerful agent for change!

At Troop, they believe nature, especially mushrooms hold many of the answers that we’re seeking, and we shouldn’t have to sacrifice anything to be healthy. All of their gummies are vegan, gluten free, soy free and made with all natural fruit flavors and colors. We only use mushrooms that are organically and sustainably cultivated in the US and dual extract them for maximum potency.

The name troop means a group of mushrooms that grows together and they’re so excited to welcome you to the troop!

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On this episode Brian explores the idea that Healing and wellbeing is a process and not a quick fix.

Holistic healing is a process, not a quick fix:

Brian emphasizes that holistic healing therapies are processes, not one-time quick fixes. People often expect immediate results, but true healing and transformation require an open-minded, ongoing journey of self-discovery and growth. He shares his own experience of how certain practices like Tibetan yoga, Reiki, and family constellations had profound, lasting impacts, but only through continued practice and integration.

Embrace the possibility of change, but be patient:

Brian encourages listeners to embrace the possibility of healing and change, while also understanding that it may not happen instantly. Changing long-held patterns and beliefs can take time and commitment. He advises being open, surrendering to the process, and allowing the work to unfold at its own pace, rather than forcing it or getting discouraged.

Healing happens on multiple levels:

Healing work often involves addressing deeper layers and root causes, not just surface-level symptoms. This can require exploring areas like inner child trauma, family dynamics, and subconscious tendencies. Brian emphasizes the importance of being willing to continually uncover and address new aspects of oneself throughout the journey of growth and self-discovery.

Integrate and maintain the changes:

Even when a single session or experience is transformative, it's important to actively integrate and maintain the changes in one's daily life. Otherwise, old patterns and behaviors can easily resurface. Brian recommends being intentional about incorporating new practices and ways of being into one's routine to solidify the progress made.

Embrace both quick shifts and gradual processes:

Be open to the possibility of rapid, profound shifts from a single experience, while also being willing to engage in longer-term, gradual processes of healing and growth. The key is to avoid rigid expectations and instead remain flexible, surrendered, and committed to our unique journey.

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On this episode we talk with Mary McGonagle, an intuitive healer and feminine energy coach with a passion for guiding high-achieving women toward breaking free from their own limitations and fully embracing their true essence. As the founder of True Vibe, Mary is wholeheartedly devoted to helping individuals unlock their true potential.

Healing past wounds

Mary explained how childhood experiences with emotionally unavailable fathers and relationships left her feeling misunderstood, shaping beliefs around worthiness. Brian noted healing wounds from the past helps understand triggers.

Embodiment and alignment

Mary discussed healing mother wounds around softness and control through inner child work and past experience analysis. Brian emphasized different vibrations attract different realities depending on healing progress.

Setting boundaries

Both noted boundaries require self-awareness and communication to feel empowered. Mary shared tools to identify boundaries through non-negotiables and past hurt locations. Brian emphasized how boundaries can bring ease to meaningful relationships.

Vibrational experiences

In alignment, possibilities open through speaking one's truth without concern for others' views. Mary's manifestation of her apartment showed this. Brian noted unexpected blessings also come in alignment.

Trusting the process

Rejections can indicate protection, as Mary and Brian learned from denied plans. Mary embraced insights from "closed doors" as opportunities. Brian found redirection gifts when trusting the process.

Mary stands out as an influential figure in the realm of intuition and feminine energy coaching. She is the host of the Living Your True Vibe Podcast. Through her podcast, she inspires countless individuals to embrace their true essence and live authentically.

One of Mary's greatest strengths lies in her ability to effortlessly guide her clients from a state of overthinking to a place of heartfelt clarity, allowing them to attract secure relationships and achieve significant growth in both their businesses and personal lives.

In her spare time, you can find her surfing at the Jersey shore or walking her dog Emme.

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On this episode we talk with Molly Claire, founder of The Masterful Coach Collective, author of the best-selling book, The Happy Mom Mindset, host of "The Masterful Coach Podcast" and a proud mom of 3

Molly's background and coaching journey

Molly shares how she discovered coaching through her sister, who was training to become a coach. At the time, Molly was struggling with chronic fatigue and other personal challenges, and the coaching approach resonated with her in a profound way. She decided to pursue coach training herself, despite the difficult timing, and has since built a successful coaching business focused on helping other coaches develop their skills and businesses.

The importance of a holistic approach

Molly emphasizes the value of taking a holistic approach to coaching, addressing not just cognitive aspects but also emotions, the nervous system, and practical action-oriented strategies. She explains how this broader perspective has enriched her own life and parenting, and how it enables her to better serve her coaching clients.

Building a successful coaching business

Molly and Brian discuss the key elements of building a thriving coaching business, including: clarifying your ideal life and business vision, determining appropriate pricing and client load, cultivating confidence in your value, and being selective about who you work with. They stress the importance of not just focusing on skills, but also the entrepreneurial and mindset aspects of running a coaching practice.

The unique value that moms bring to coaching

Molly shares her perspective on why moms make such powerful and impactful coaches. She explains how the personal growth and relational skills developed through motherhood translate directly to coaching, and how her own coaching has been enriched by her experiences as a mom.

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On this episode we talk with Carly Jean Puch, host of the Consciously Clueless podcast, which assists listeners in discovering the connection between a healthier you and a healthier world through veganism, mindfulness, and a love for the planet.

We explore how being mindful and living a vegan lifestyle can help create a healthier planet and society, the importance of not judging others or make them feel guilty for their lifestyle choices, understanding that everyone is on their own journey of awareness and change, the importance of focusisng on living your values rather than perfection and how individual actions matter even if you can't fix everything.

Carly's journey

Carly shares about her background in sociology, women's studies, trauma counseling, and yoga instruction. How she found mindfulness and veganism and brought everything together in a way that felt authentic for her work and lifestyle.

Communication Challenges

People can react defensively when presented with new information that contradicts their worldview.

It's valid to feel angry about injustice, but channel that into effective communication.

Using "I" statements to share your personal experience rather than preaching at others.

Ask questions to open up conversations instead of trying to prove a point.

Creating Change

It is important to maintain a mindset that individual actions matter rather than feeling hopelessness.

Look to history and social justice movements to see how change can start small.

Find ways to make an impact on issues you care about in your own life and community.

The Consciously Clueless Podcast

Carly wanted a podcast name to signal a space where perfection is not required to learn and grow.

We all have more to learn on these topics, so "clueless" invites people in.

Starting the Journey

Meet people where they are at and explore why they want to learn about mindfulness or veganism.

Carly aims to create content and a community where you can learn about living a mindfully vegan life. A place where you can show up imperfectly, ask questions, and be ready to change the world.

Sometimes, the world can feel overwhelming, and it might seem pointless. But for Carly, the alternative—giving up—isn't an option. Carly's passion for making a difference started when she was young and was solidified through her education. She has a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology and Women's Studies and a Master's Degree in Social Responsibility.

Carly is a 200-hour registered yoga instructor a certified Health and Wellness Coach and a certified Meditation and Mindfulness Coach. Carly teaches yoga and mindfulness to adults and children in local schools ages 1st to 8th grade.

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On this episode Brian explores the idea that we all can change at any moment.

How can you allow yourself to embrace changes? How can you rewrite your story and choose differently?

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On this episode we talk with Jennifer Mulholland & Jeff Shuck, leadership development strategists and executive coaches, and founders of Plenty Consulting

Jennifer and Jeff share their backgrounds in leadership, spirituality, and entrepreneurship. They founded Plenty to help people access their inner light and feel they have plenty within and around them.

Creating safe spaces through presence

Jennifer explains how dropping into presence allows deeper awareness of internal cues. This self-safety lets one offer safety to others through listening without judgment. Jeff likens presence to choosing one's perspective like opening curtains to see opportunities.

Conscious leadership through awareness, alignment, and intention

Jennifer defines conscious leadership as practicing awareness of cues, discerning alignment from them, then intentionally acting. Awareness comes from presence while alignment notes what expands or contracts one's light. Intention means deciding how to show up.

Trusting the flow of life through agency and surrender

Jeff likens life to floating down a river, using agency like a paddle but also surrendering to the current. We battle needlessly by resisting the flow. Insights come in relaxed openness, not through forcing solutions.

Allowing insights to emerge through unlearning

Distracting the thinking mind with new experiences allows unlearning old limiting beliefs. Like clearing windshield dirt, this opens to new understandings within. Jenn & Jeff's work helps recognize our inherent wisdom.

Shining your light from the inside out

Jennifer shares her insight that we need only let our inner light shine outward through presence. We emerge naturally from within, not through external work or achievement. Jeff affirms each person's inherent worth and the need for all lights in creating the future.

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On this episode we talk with Dan Millman, a former world champion athlete, Stanford University gymnastics coach, martial arts instructor and Oberlin College professor. His 18 books are published in 29 languages. His first book, Way of the Peaceful Warrior, was adapted to film in 2006. Over a span of 40 years, in 32 countries, Dan has taught the "peaceful warrior's way," a practical approach to living an aware, purposeful, and healthful life.

Dan talks about his journey, from gymnast to author, how his diverse mentors shaped his integrated approach emphasizing practical spirituality and conscious action. Focusing on present actions over emotions and thoughts, noting our tendency to dwell on past and future yet the reality that only the now exists for our conscious experience.

Dan asserted we control only our actions, not feelings or thoughts, advising behaving constructively regardless of internal states since actions shape our lives and futures. Resolving paradoxes by accepting multiple viewpoints, as both conventional and transcendent truths can coexist depending on perspective, like time being real yet eternal now.

Embracing each moment through non-resistance while maintaining goals for fulfilling journeys, exemplifying courses in life's school through presence, purpose and small consistent efforts. 12 life courses including self-worth, will, health, money, mind, intuition, emotions, fears, shadow-work, heart, and service, to understand life's lessons and turn knowledge to action.

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On this episode Brian explores the importance of developing compassion in our lives, practicing it and how compassion can change the world.

How can you develop compassion towards yourself? How can you develop compassion towards others?

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On this episode we talk with Tom Paladino, Founder of Scalar Light, a scalar energy researcher & pioneer in the field of energy healing. With over 25 years of experience developing healing techniques designed to help people all over the world to recover from pathogenic infection and experience true health and wellness, he stands at the forefront of scalar energy healing, inspired by the groundbreaking work of Nikola Tesla.

We explore the primal energy, the energy of the universe, the benefit for humanity of free energy, the benefit for our wellbeing, why this energy is not everywhere, healing with energy, balancing our chakras, Scalar being the same as Quantum energy, working outside of time and space, the importance of faith and trust in healing.

Tom talks about his journey, how Nikola Tesla inspired him to explore and research the Scalar energy, how the instruments heals ones aura through using the specific energy field from a photograph, working with light, the actions are instantaneous for transformation.

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On this episode we talk with Kiki Grace, a Relationship Coach and Psychedelic Facilitator who coaches her clients to embody exactly who they want to be in order to cultivate the intimate, connected, & meaningful relationships they desire. Kiki is skilled at cultivating a safe space for inner exploration supported by compassionate honesty where, through working together, clients hold themselves with a confident, embodied, and empowered disposition which they carry into all relational aspects of their life.

We explore sharing what supported us on our journeys, blending different perspectives and how they fit together, the importance of coming back to our bodies, integration of all our parts, attuning to the body and not overriding its needs, regaining a sense of safety to explore healing and trauma, learning what is a yes and a no, going through processes of healing however long they take, reorganising the nervous system, moving from assumptions to understandings, prepare to prevent, understanding what is our responsibility.

Kiki talks about her journey, strangling to express her authenticity, dealing with depression, going to a healing path, tapping into understanding of her experience through feeling during a psilocybin session, exploring psychedelics, exploring consent and honoring, preparation and integration in the healing processes, working with couples, making agreements.

Kiki also co-facilitates Couple’s Relationship Coaching and unique retreat experiences with her partner, Jason Goode (a Relationship Coach and Somatic Sex Educator). Their collaboration includes a monthly workshop entitled “Boundaries, Limits and Cultivating Intimacy through Consent.” Over two hours, participants gain tools to feel their authentic Yes’s and No’s through their bodies, learn language to communicate their boundaries, and how to ask for what they truly want.

For more about Kiki find her at www.somahealing.ca.

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On this episode we talk with Scott Shute, founder of Changing Work, author and former LinkedIn executive. Scott is at the intersection of the workplace and ancient wisdom traditions. He blends his experience as a Silicon Valley executive with his lifelong practice and passion as a wisdom seeker and teacher. In his most recent role at LinkedIn, Scott was the Head of Mindfulness and Compassion programs. He has been a pioneer in creating workplace mindfulness programs and advancing the discussion around compassion in the work context. His latest venture, Changing Work, seeks to curate the best practices of conscious business and make them more widely available. He is the author of the award-winning book "The Full Body Yes".

We explore living in survival mode, moving from attaining to attuning, wellbeing at work, changing from the inside out, taking responsibility, changing perspectives, focusing on stakeholders rather than just shareholders, the mental health movement is progressing, being present & connecting, the importance of compassion, listening to our bodies, moving towards more conscious workplaces.

Scott talks about his journey, working at LinkedIn, his contemplation practice, sharing meditation practices at work, moving from 'me to we', writing his book, what's the intention for a business to exist, developing self-compassion, our inner-guidance, and creating the Changing Work Collective. Scott guides us through a guided meditation practice.

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On this episode we talk with Sherry Shaban, an extraordinary fitness and life coach who’s battled back from the brink of paralysis to transform not only her body but her entire outlook on life.

Sherry will challenge your conventional wisdom on dieting and fitness as we look at why diets fail, and what you can do differently. We are unpacking the nuances of ‘transformation’ versus ‘results,’ and how you can move from a life of limitations to one of endless possibilities. From the role of intuitive eating to overcoming chronic pain to the habits that define successful “athletes” in all walks of life, this is a holistic conversation about optimizing your performance from the inside out.

We explore overcoming challenges, taking responsibility and ownership of our lives, making changes and not blaming others, the importance of listening to our bodies, reconnecting with the body, how life happens for us, intuitive eating and how we learnt to bypass natural cues, removing diets from our lives, emotional eating, going through the process to transform, having compassion as we transition, how we create habit patterns and behavior, making peace with our lives, feeling safe as an important aspect of our transformation.

Sherry talks about her journey, being a child athlete and always competing, getting hit by a car and the consequences from it, going through back surgery, going to the gym against doctors orders, opening a gym and having a second back surgery, not listening to the voice of impossibility, understanding the nervous system, making peace with the food we eat.

Sherry Shaban is an osteopath and an anti-diet health and life coach from Montreal, Qc. She is the founder of the Fall in Love with Fitness Podcast, the HIIT Decks™ App, and Make Peace with Food™, the leaders in an anti-Diet approach that rewires the brain’s relationship with food to naturally release bodyweight struggles forever.

With over 23 years of experience in the fitness industry, Sherry is a renowned expert in the most challenging weight loss cases and has helped thousands of people worldwide transform their health and fitness using her revolutionary method to rewire the brain, release self-sabotaging limiting beliefs, and patterns, and fall in love with fitness so that weight loss becomes easy, predictable, and enjoyable.

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On this episode Brian explores the importance of spending time by ourselves - fully with yourself, without escaping your inner experience.

How can you develop a better relationship with yourself? How can reconnect with the parts you have been neglecting?

Are you escaping your experience or are you able to be fully with what is?

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On this episode we talk with Christine Zeschniok, a Business Coach for conscious leaders and founder of The Activated Woman. Her focus lies in helping coaches, healers, mentors & guides to create activating content online that helps their audience commit to their own transformation and move towards their dreams.

We explore coming back to ourselves, listening to our guidance and trusting, walking the talk, listening to others and choosing even if it's different, what is success, how to explain what we do so people get it, finding the ways that energizes you, understanding what's not for you through feeling drained, cooperation instead of competition, speaking to your potential clients rational mind, connecting to the power of your work.

Christine talks about her journey, studying educational science, moving to New Zealand, self-leadership, how can we take action, finding one's uniqueness, clarifying messages, noticing what activates you, finding what makes people move, when you are in love with your business it will be when you do the most potent work.

For more about Christine find her on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn.

Her upcoming Masterclass 'Awaken your Audience' teaches how to activate your audience in your content with just a few tweaks, so they are ready to move and reach out about your offers. You will learn how to satisfy their rational mind and sell through your content by giving your people all the information they need to commit, on a logical and emotional level, without lengthy sales calls or endless follow ups.
As a special gift to everyone listenting to the podcast, you can get the Masterclass for free (simply use the code AWAKEN24 at checkout).
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On this episode Brian explores what surrendering means, how we experience it, letting go of what no longer serves and how can we allow things to come.

What does surrendering means to you? How do you let go of things?

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Join host Brian Berneman as he delves into the journey of self-discovery and inner peace with guest Zac Parish.

In this episode:

🧘‍♂️ Zac's personal journey from a deep fascination with Buddhist principles to establishing the Awareness Academy is truly inspiring. Through mindfulness, wellbeing, and leadership training, Zac empowers individuals in business to thrive in both their personal and professional lives.

💡 Explore the importance of self-awareness and compassion in fostering a positive workplace culture, and discover practical strategies for managing attention and reducing stress amidst the chaos of modern life.

💫From the 5 Pillars of Wellness, the 3 A's of Awareness, Acceptance & Attention, to implementing space to connect and moving from suffering to happiness.

📚 Drawing from ancient wisdom and practical techniques, Zac and Brian offer actionable advice on incorporating mindfulness into your daily routine. From meditation practices to cultivating a compassionate mindset, you'll learn how to tap into your inner wisdom and lead a more fulfilling life.

Zac Parish is the Founder of the Awareness Academy, a training institution specializing in workplace leadership and well-being programs. Zac served as a Buddhist Monk for six years, and for over two decades, he has been an influential teacher in Meditation, Mindfulness, and Wellness.

For more about Zac find him on LinkedIn & https://www.awarenessacademy.co.nz/.

Don't miss this enlightening episode filled with inspiration and profound insights 🎧✨

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On this episode Brian explores how we are all unique and so we have to go through our own individual journey of wellbeing.

How are you allowing your path to be unique?
Are you comparing yourself to other's journeys?

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On this episode we talk with Eric Balance, conscious creator, host of 'The Resilient Minds Podcast, founder and visionary.

We explore conscious entrepreneurship, understanding why we are doing things, embodying change, how we are showing up, going from unconscious to conscious, building a relationship with oneself, becoming a leader, reconnecting with oneself, the need to heal money traumas, the importance of integrating our different aspects and find balance.

Eric talks about his journey, learning to implement new and conscious concepts in every area of life, 5 steps from unseen to unstoppable, being confused and wanting to be 'normal', wanting to find wealth, becoming a drug addict, finding a mentor in Tony Robbins, creating business nirvana.

For more about Eric find him on Instagram, Facebook, https://ericbalance.com/ & https://balancemedia.ventures/.

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On this episode Brian explores how we can better navigate an embrace the changes that take place in our lives.

Change is inevitable and is always taking place.
How are you being in relationship to changes? What do you do when a change happens?

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On this episode we talk with Lindsey Coffey, a fashion model, environmental activist, and in 2020, became the first and only U.S. representative to win the international title of Miss Earth competing against 82 nations.
With a background in Political Science and Communications, she focuses her efforts on campaigning, public speaking, and lobbying on Capitol Hill to raise our environmental consciousness and transform people and planet. As a World Wildlife Fund Ambassador, Remake Fellow, Climate Reality Leader, and collaborator with Greenpeace. Earth Day Network, and the United Nations, she passionately champions for climate justice, wildlife conservation, ethical fashion, environmental preservation, and spearheads worldwide initiatives aimed at fostering a sustainable future. She encourages global action towards sustainability and empowers others to overcome challenges related to environmental, societal, and personal growth.

We explore the impact of the fashion industry, conscious consumerism, bringing realism into the perspectives to create change, person responsibility, how can personal growth be environmental work, knowing that we have a choice to choose, how do we use our privilege, voting with our dollar, being empowered to make decisions, the amount of people needed as a tipping point for change, joining with others to take conscious action, mindful gift giving.

Lindsey talks about her journey, her love of nature growing up, how winning Miss Earth spark a fire to pursue her activism, using her voice within and outside of the fashion industry to create change, mindful consumers, creating market trends, emotional purchases, and the power of individual choices.

For more about Lindsey find her on Instagram, Facebook, https://www.lindsey-coffey.com/ and https://ecobranders.com/.

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On this episode we talk with Terry Kim, a visionary leader, tech entrepreneur, and spiritual seeker, combining his entrepreneurial drive with his deep-rooted spirituality to make a profound impact on humanity. With a remarkable background as a YCombinator and AngelPad alumni Founder, TK has successfully raised over $18 million in venture capital from Silicon Valley for NGT Academy. As a seasoned veteran with more than 22 years of experience in the IT industry, TK’s passion lies in inspiring, creating, and empowering the next generation of cyber warriors.

We explore the movement towards purpose-driven companies and entrepreneurship, contributing to others and the planet, spending time to connect, life being an ever-evolving process, vibrational matches, the Ikigai method, making sustainable changes, unlearning old patterns, consciously using our breath, creating our lives.

Terry talks about hir journey, being an entrepreneur in the tech start-up space, going through an awakening, expanding his consciousness, what ignites your soul, living on purpose, the way of Kaizen, breaking old patterns to open to the new, being a student of life, the idea of the OM sleep mask, being introduced to Breathwork, opening the heart.

For more about Terry find him on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/projectkim/ & https://www.instagram.com/awakenwithom/), https://www.thewayofkaizen.com/, https://www.awakenwithom.com/ and https://omsleep.co/.

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On this episode we talk with Jeannette Cieszykowski, a Landscape Architect and personal development junkie turned Feng Shui consultant. Trained in classical Feng Shui, she utilize the principles of harnessing prosperous Qi and incorporating that into the homes and business spaces of her clients. She helps people create an energy-rich home life that supports their health, wealth, and happiness.

We explore the difference between classical and modern Feng Shui, how your environment affects you, using the dynamic energies to our favor, the importance of knowing one's intentions, balancing the elements to find harmony, general knowledge and power positions.

Jeannette talks about her journey, giving a space attention with intention, serendipitous experiences and people showing up, understanding the energies of the house to our advantage before moving in, looking into what we can control, she showcases the different charts, numbers, energies and elements, using ancient wisdom to our benefit.

For more about Jeannette find her on Instagram, Facebook, Youtube and https://elementalclarity.com/.

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On this episode we talk with Dr. Noah St. John, keynote speaker and best-selling author who's famous for inventing Afformations and helping busy people achieve financial freedom.

We explore 'success', giving ourselves permission to succeed, the 'head trash' and unconscious beliefs, affirmations vs afformations, the power of questions, gratitude as the gateway to receiving.

Noah talks about his journey, growing up dirt poor in a rich neighborhood, reading as many books he could find in the library, not wanting to be here anymore, writing his books, finding the gap of why many are not succeeding, having an 'aha' moment in the shower, overcoming procrastination and going to the other side of fear.

For more about Noah find him on Instagram, Facebook, Youtube and https://noahstjohn.com/.

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On this episode we talk with Tom Blue Wolf, an Elder of the Star Clan of the Eufaula Band of the Anicoosa Tribe among the Muscogee Nation.

He is the Founder and Director of EarthKeepers & Company, a non-profit organization dedicated to educating people of all ages on the importance of relationship with the earth and each other. He is a charter member of the World Council of Elders, The Indigenous Healers Association and travels the world teaching workshops, conducting ceremonies, and inspiring hearts with the message of peace and harmony.

He is called a spiritual ecology artist and has been on this walk since childhood. He is a spokesperson for mother earth.

We explore the simplicity of ancient wisdom, being beneficial to the environment, the illusion of separation, the importance of education through ceremonies, rituals and learning about herbal medicine, developing agreements with others, taking care of the waters, how to be in balance, having conversations about the direction we can go, an attitude of gratitude.

Tom talks about his journey, shares stories of reconnection and truth, looking for beauty, kindness over being right, not getting enamored by the coyote and trickster's stories, loving the earth and each other, how much we actually experience, ceremony as a way of life.

For more about Tom find him on Instagram, Facebook & https://www.earthkeepers.net/.

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On this episode Brian explores how we can hold the perspective of oneness and uniqueness at the same time.

We experience that we are separate, yet that is an illusion.
What's your experience with separation? How is everything interconnected ?

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On this episode Brian explores the importance of cultivating empathy, compassion and unity in divise time.

We live in a polarizing world with lots of separation and conflict - so how can we navigate it?

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On this episode Brian explores how focusing on your personal development, inner transformation and healing journey is a form of climate action.

The awareness, realizations and behavior changes that take place can lead to a profound impact on those around and the environment.

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On this episode we talk with Brendon Watt, speaker, best-selling author, and facilitator for Access Consciousness. Brendon specializes in helping others to overcome addiction, as he too walks the path of recovery and sobriety.

We explore synchronicities in life, our capacity to receive, just being us, matching energies, recognizing so we can choose, taking responsibility, getting away from victim mentality, addictions as survival mechanisms, the importance of being sober, vulnerability as a superpower, experiencing forgiveness, dropping the emotional-energetic weight we've been carrying, developing a better relationship with ourselves, unlearning and asking questions.

Brendon talks about his journey, his mechanisms for escaping through alcohol, being done with life and asking questions that serendipitously found some answers, finding access consciousness, experiencing addiction, being open and vulnerable with his addiction, asking 'who am I being', stopping judgment, 'destroy and uncreate', the clearing statement from access consciousness.

For more about Brendon find him on Instagram, Facebook & https://www.brendonwatt.com/.

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On this episode Brian explores the important topic of mental health and wellbeing in our society and its complexities. How do you respond to life?

Do you have a relationship to yourself? Have you taken time to notice what you are bringing into this moment?

I invite to stop and pay attention to what is taking place.

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On this episode Brian explores how do we approach creating change - what is the motivation behind it, and the level of awareness.

How can you bring about change into your life from a different place? How can you allow cycles to not repeat?

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On this episode we talk with Amrit Sandhu, a speaker, podcast host and founder of the Inspired Evolution. Certified by Eckhart Tolle's School of Awakening, he is also Mindvalley's Master Certified Trainer for Australia & India.

We explore mental health, how one interaction can change life's trajectory, synchronicities, positivity & bypassing experiences, the importance of gratitude, self-awareness, compassion & empathy, simplicity of wisdom, masculine & feminine energy, finding balance, inspiration & individuality, inner knowing.

Amrit talks about his journey, his biggest struggles and breakthroughs, experiencing depression and being prescribed breathing, career misalignment, the birth of the podcast, consciousness levels, love & freedom, tapping into one's intuition.

For more about Amrit find him on Instagram, Facebook, https://inspiredevolution.com/ & https://www.amrit.coach/

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On this episode we talk with Ash Riley, a trained journalist and business consultant with nearly two decades of experience across advertising, retail, ecommerce, tech, nonprofit, b2b, and higher education. She has led marketing, branding, and operations initiatives for organizations ranging from early-stage startup to $20M in annual revenue. As an advocate for ethical, socially responsible, and trauma-informed approaches, she educates entrepreneurs about the nexus of business and social systems to catalyze a culture shift toward a more conscious paradigm of business and marketing.

We explore coaching, online business, ethics in business, sales, manipulation, the merging of western perspective with spirituality, the commercialization of the sacred, finding a niche and emotional manipulation, building relationships and referrals, understanding power dynamics, ethics in capitalism, relationship with money and self-worth.

Ash talks about her journey, her background, how she spends her spare time educating people online, how online coaching industry uses marketing to manipulate potential clients, red flags to be aware of, becoming aware of tactics to sell and how you, ethical entrepreneurship, quality over quantity, trauma-informed businesses, laws and regulations for business and coaches, and critical thinking.

For more about Ash find her on Instagram, Facebook and https://inmysacredspace.com/.

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On this episode Brian explores the idea of bringing more awareness to one of life's most important aspects - death and impermanence.

How do you relate to it? How can you process it? How can you use it as the catalyst for seeing how precious life is?

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On this episode we talk with Neale Donald Walsch, author of 39 books on contemporary spirituality and its practical application in everyday life, including the 9-book Conversations with God series. 

We explore resonating with questions about life to connect, practical spirituality for every day life, the importance of being of service and our connections with others, allowing changes, what is god, is there a higher power, how to behave according to our beliefs and differences, pure love and how we could be and the potential of living. 

Neale talks about his journey, having multiple careers, not experiencing happiness even though life seemed to be a successful one, going through a huge week with the end of his marriage, being let go from work and having a car accident where he broke his neck which later led to living on the streets for a year, going through a spiritual awakening, angrily asking questions to god and surprisingly hearing a voice, being in a conversation with god and much more.

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On this episode we talk with Jim Gale, the extraordinary mind behind Food Forest Abundance and a true force of nature. As a international permaculture advocate, entrepreneur, and CEO, Jim has dedicated his life to transforming the way we interact with our environment, cultivating a sustainable future for all. 

We explore the power of the mind, having a vision for the future, scarcity and abundance, being free, the freedom of having food forests and growing food, joining community gardens, allowing schools to be a space to educate and grow food, changing the idea of what off-grid living is, community being key.

Jim talks about his journey, being called ’nature boy’ when being a kid, coming across the concept of enlightenment, what being a wrestler taught him, writing goals for direction, learning about people and cultures whilst living nomadically, having a highly successful mortgage business, discovering permaculture, creating an off-grid community in Florida and sharing knowledge.

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On this episode we talk with Bridget Williams, founder of Bead and Proceed, a social enterprise which inspires thousands to harness the power of creativity to action the 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Bridget’s passion for sustainability and using creativity as a tool for innovation has made her a recognised SDGs expert across New Zealand and beyond.

We explore how different frameworks can help us to take action, the importance of creativity in our lives and as a vehicle for change, creating space for connection and learning, the Sustainable Development Goals, decision paralysis and reflecting on our journeys.

Bridget talks about her journey, putting her creativity in a box, becoming a lawyer, reconnecting with art and creativity, putting on a colorful necklace and starting Bead and Proceed, sharing her passions and educating groups on the SDGs.

For more about Bridget find her on Instagram, Facebook and https://beadandproceed.com/.
The Proceed Programme: https://beadandproceed.com/the-proceed-programme

The Creative Process Archetype: https://mh8yxysg0qj.typeform.com/to/sy1geSgc

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On this episode Brian explores the idea of finding inspiration from other and from within. When being inspired by others, do we want to be like them? In every aspect or only one?

What about others inspire you? What can you do about it?

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On this episode we talk with Dr John Demartini, Human Behavior Expert, Polymath and Internationally Published Author. His mission and vision is to share knowledge and wisdom that empowers you to become a master of your own life and destiny.

We explore going from victim to taking responsibility and be masters of our destiny, changing our perception, living an extraordinary life, knowing we have a choice, understanding our values, asking what does your life demonstrate, the importance of asking questions, going beyond excuses, bringing the unconscious to the conscious.

David talks about his journey, going through challenges in his childhood, being told by his first grade teacher that he wouldn’t be able to read and amount to much in life, learning to read at 18, being inspired to change, being ourselves, understanding what is meaningful, and shares 13 key questions to reflect about your life.

For more about him find him on Instagram, Facebook and https://drdemartini.com/.
For the values determination go to https://drdemartini.com/values/.

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On this episode Brian shares about the Plastic Free July movement,  aligning our actions with our values, keeping all the rubbish in a jar, inspiring others, understanding what we care about, creating sustainable change, invite and join with others. 

We encourage you to join the Plastic Free July Challenge.

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On this episode we talk with David Richman, an author, public speaker, and endurance athlete whose mission is to form more meaningful human connections through storytelling. His first book, Winning in the Middle of the Pack, discussed how to get more out of ourselves than ever imagined. With Cycle of Lives, David shares stories of people overcoming trauma and delves deeply into their emotional journeys with cancer.

We explore self-responsibility vs being a victim, inviting ‘failure’, doing our best for ourselves, comparing with others and people pleasing, being inspired by others, what success is, having the ability to talk about delicate things and having ‘hard’ conversations, the defense mechanisms we develop through trauma.

David talks about his journey, being a successful businessman but having a complicated private life, looking into the mirror and asking honest questions, forgiving himself, how he got into endurance training, the parallels between business and life, experiencing authentic connections, learning about what people are going through really whilst writing his latest book, the stories pf people experiencing cancer.

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On this episode we talk with Olivier Mankondo, a speaker, author, weight loss and wellness coach with a passion to help people achieve optimal heath. 

We explore going through transformations, plant based food, health and sickness, going through a detox when making a diet change, the social aspect of choosing different than what is the norm in your culture, misconceptions and lack of knowledge, unhealthy vegans, processed food, eating a whole food plant based diet, listening to our bodies, a holistic approach, taking small sustainable steps.

Olivier talks about his journey, going through a radical lifestyle change, being obese, sick and feeling bad everyday, being told by the doctors he’d be on medication his entire life and choosing differently, difficulties to change based on beliefs, discovering his purpose, paying attention to symptoms but focusing on root causes.

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On this episode Brian explores the idea of finding our purpose - why do we feel we need to know it, is there one specific purpose for us, how do we walk our life's path and more?

If you haven't yet, are you feeling pressure to find your purpose?
I invite to be open to the unfolding of your life as there's no rush, and no need to compare to others.

Be curious, be open, explore.

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On this episode we talk with Peter Benson, who was a typical "mechanic and technician" when he experienced a significant awakening that opened his connection to his Higher Self and the Angelic Realm. He discovered he had angelic origins as part of Archangel Michael’s army of light. Guided by Archangel Michael and Ascended Masters, Peter was guided on how to put together Tensor technology with palpable healing properties. His research led him to build Tensor rings (all cubits), crystals-infused pendants, Merkaba, healing coils, sound frequency amplifiers, PTSD restoratives, and more.

We explore the importance of asking big questions to ourselves, working with energy, having a felt experience to ‘believe’, protecting your energy field, healing emotional trauma, slowing down and find relaxation, the power of intention, the stage we are going through at these times, and this being a time of awakening, approaching others with compassion and rising the collective vibration.

Peter talks about his journey, coming across Michael Newton’s ‘Journey of Souls’ book and how that opened a new path, going through a kundalini awakening experience, discovering tensor technology, starting to channel messages to be guided on how to create the energy tools, working with crystals he didn’t even know about to amplify and refine the healing qualities.

For more about Peter find him on Facebook, https://www.energiesofservice.com/ and https://infinitehealingfromthestars.com/.

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On this episode we talk with Santiago Lopez Guiñazu, founder and CEO of Pitcheers, aiming to change how the recruitment industry works and to connect with and help as many people as possible.

We explore connecting with people and listening to them, how the recruitment system doesn’t work and the gaps in communication, people being unhappy with their jobs, how work fits in the whole of our lives, why do we work and do what we do, embracing change, doing something we enjoy and trusting in the universe.

Santiago talks about his journey, working in recruitment on and off, the importance of listening to others, moving to New Zealand and then to the United States, starting his business, challenging beliefs, adding value through conversations.

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On this episode Brian explores how to change the way we approach change - are we doing it from the old paradigm that we are trying to change, or can we become aware of how we have internalised those systems and choose differently?

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On this episode we talk with Viviane Chauvet, an Advanced Arcturian Hybrid Avatar, published author, international public speaker, creator of the Arcturian Energy Matrix Healing® and the Arcturian Healing Arts program, advocate for planetary evolution, an emissary for the Federation of Light, and owner of Infinite Healing from The Stars.

We explore the awakening and evolution process we are going through, the support of starseeds, the arcturian beings energy, how everything we do daily has an impact, finding alignment, creating change, the shifting of consciousness, being present to open to the unfolding, how everything is oneness expressed in different forms, healing opposition & contrast to unlock new levels of potential, the importance of just being.

Viviane talks about her journey, being an arcturian hybrid being, going through a huge awakening process, the challenges of growing up in the 3D density, her first experience on Earth, experiencing a sense of familiarity with Gaia, the importance of shifting to open to new layers of evolution, re-remembering to change and evolve, her mission of help uplift the planet.

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On this episode Brian explores some of the reasons why we need a fashion revolution.

The importance of raising more awareness abut the clothes that we use and the impacts of making them.

Do you know who made your clothes?

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On this episode we talk with Harrison Meagher, a Spiritual Love Coach and host of The Cosmic Love Antenna, he is light, and shadow integrated and personified through a life lived from the heart. He helps spiritual beings reconnect to their cosmic heart space and reclaim the remembrance of who they truly are through what he calls, “Mind, Body, Soul Synchronizing.”

We explore sharing what we love, what love is, who we are in our essence, the importance of the body, going from healing to integrating, inner child work, what we identify with, raising our vibration, training our minds, what is discipline, taking intentional inspired action, aligning our different aspects, connecting to energies that are shared, we are creating all the time.

Harrison talks about his journey, going through lots of pain in his adolescence, bringing his unique presence to all spaces he shows up to, writing a letter to the wounded inner child, non-judgement, the divine masculine and feminine, balance of giving and receiving, the process of writing his book, and being an antenna of love.

For more about Harrison find him on https://www.harrisonmeagher.com/, https://www.instagram.com/harrisonmeagher/, https://www.facebook.com/harrisonjmeagher, https://www.youtube.com/@harrisonmeagher and https://www.cosmicloveantenna.com/.

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On this episode we talk with Addison Ames, an awakened teacher, speaker, thought leader, and writer who has gone through transformational change and the awakening of self and the higher self and now accesses high dimensional information that can help people through life’s situations, change, opportunity, and challenge. Formerly known as a channel for Metatron, he works from a place of hope, love, happiness, inspiration, joy, abundance, encouragement, peace, and truth.

We explore the spiritual path, going through transformational change, contrasts of life, channeling and capabilities, choosing what resonates, the path of the soul, the importance of practice, sovereignty & the I am, working with soul timelines, taking back our power to choose by knowing, frequencies, sound and vibration.

Addison talks about his journey, a Christian upbringing, being a model and working in marketing in New York, being a nice guy doing nice things, going through a 'dark night of the soul’, doing spiritual work, channeling Metatron and ’the guides’, his three books that build on each other.

For more about Addison find him on https://www.addisonames.com/ and https://www.youtube.com/@addisonames.

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On this episode we talk with Victoria Harris, a 30-something Kiwi with over 13 years in the investment and finance industry. She has worked as a Portfolio Manager, managing millions of dollars for clients at a number of NZ's top Fund's Management companies. She has had a dynamic career working in Auckland, London and Sydney. For almost the same amount of time, she has seen the women around her struggle with the confidence to build their finances. The gender finance gap wasn’t the only issue. There was also a gap in the market for places for women to go to have simple conversations about money, and building the future they want. So about 2 years ago, she created The Curve - an investing education platform for women.

We explore financial education and literacy, women empowerment, equality and independence, myths around money and investment, becoming confident and feeling safe, beliefs, habits and conditioning, money and relationships, understanding the financial jargon, what we are investing in, & doing good with our money.

Victoria talks about her journey, helping out some friends and realizing how many other women might benefit from the support and knowledge, finding her passion and being able to make an impact, understanding what brings us value, & finances and communication in relationships.

For more about The Curve find them on Instagram, Facebook & https://thecurve.co.nz/.

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On this episode we talk with Rhiannon Heins, an intuitive channel, bestselling author and energy-worker. Rhiannon has spent the past ten years working and lecturing as a remedial massage therapist, teaching yoga, meditation & breathwork, and facilitating yoga teacher trainings internationally. Now, using her signature Intuitive Rebirth energy-work method, Rhiannon is empowering healers to step into their power as high earning, transformational energy-workers.

We explore reconnecting to our bodies, being open, energy work, channeling, our relationship to our experience, how everyone can be a channel, accusing the vastness of being, asking questions, following intuition, being in alignment, non-linear time and upgrading our experience.

Rhiannon talks about her journey, connecting to her higher mind, going from being dissociated to anchored, loving awareness, rebirthing time and time again, channeling her book.

For more about Rhiannon find her on Instagram & https://www.rhiannonheins.com/.
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On this episode Brian explores how at different moments in our lives, based on our level of understanding and awareness we can welcome in new truths - things that before we didn't notice now jump off books as we reread them.

I invite you to think about books, quotes or films that supported you in your transformation and to check them out again to see if there's some new messages.

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On this episode Brian explores how to reprioritize our lives - taking time to reflect and see where we are and how we choose to be from now on.

I invite you to think about the aspects of your life you are giving your time and energy and take stock on how you want to prioritize them.

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On this episode we talk with Nicole & Megan Michelena, aka Zenchronicity sisters, plant medicine practitioners. Theiris to take the fearful and hopeless on a journey to discover their innate selves. The synchronizing of the mind, body and spirit through the support of plant medicine to find what whole embodiment entails. Leaving behind patterns and beliefs to create a unified self through connection and purpose. Discovering the authentic self you were born to be!

We explore different plant medicines, their use and sometimes abuse, taking responsibility for changing, transformations that are taking place, the importance of coming back to the body, experiencing trauma, and expanding consciousness.

Nicole & Megan talk about their journeys, being introduced to plant medicine, a complete transformation of their lives & perspectives and their mission to bring more consciousness into the world.

For more about Nicole & Megan find them on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/zenchronicity_sisters/, https://www.instagram.com/zenchronicity222/ & https://www.zenchronicity222.com/.

Theyalso have a Free Mini Course thatgives an overview of what the world is currently facing in the world of trauma, and the mental health crisis: https://www.zenchronicity222.com/mini-course

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On this episode Brian explores how to invite a sense a newness into your life, the importance of it and allowing a fresh view and perspective.

I invite you to think about the aspects of your life you can process and integrate so you are able to choose differently and open to endless possibilities.

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On this episode Brian explores how to understand to importance of bringing more awareness of the power of gratitude, it's vibration and how to use it.

I invite you to think about the aspects of your life you are grateful for, and to reflect back on how you have grown this year.

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On this episode we talk with Cameron Tukapua, a passionate explorer of 'life as energy' with a lifetime experience of how to live a grounded, spiritual life. A Chinese Medicine Practitioner and co-founder of 'You Being You', offering practical lifelong, wellbeing pathways for Heart connected conscious living.

We explore living from the Heart, these times, the awakening that is taking place, how to navigate through these times, boundaries, and practices we can implement.

Cameron talks about her shift in perspective, discovering Chinese Medicine, her experience with clients in the clinic, her latest book and creating online courses to share simple teachings for wellbeing and a spiritual path.

For more about Cameron follow her on Facebook, Instagram, https://camerontukapua.com/ and https://youbeingyou.org/.
You can find the online courses at https://courses.youbeingyou.org/.

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On this episode Brian explores how to understand to importance of coming back to a place of balance with the cycles of giving and receiving  so we can find a harmonious way of living.

As well to be in balance with the taking and giving back to our mother earth.

I invite you to think about where in your life there are imbalances - which areas or aspects need to be revaluated.

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On this episode Brian explores how we show up at these times - with the holidays and the new year coming up it has been normalize to experience stress and overwhelm, and I invite you to challenge that and show up with ease, gentleness and joy.

As well to check in with your values, figuring out how you want to show up and communicate that.

I invite you to think about what is important.

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On this episode we talk with Tom Glaser, A psychologist and life coach with over 35 years of experience, author of Full Heart Living: Conversations with the Happiest People I Know. Whether writing, counseling, teaching, or appearing on media, his passion for helping people live their best lives flows through.

We explore taking time to connect, developing compassion, integrating our parts, following our own path, being in alignment, synchronicities, resilience & trauma, energy blockages, words and meanings.

Tom talks about his journey, his fascination for human behavior, mindful self-compassion, his writing process, & the inspiring human spirit.

For more about Tom find him on Instagram, Facebook, https://fullheartliving.com/ & https://tomglaserlp.com/.

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On this episode we talk with Natali Brown, Founder of Sentaura® Energy Healing and The Divine Light Academy of Ascension, International Best Selling Author, Light Worker Activator, Spiritual Mentor & Coach, Multi-dimensional Healer and Channel.

We explore living in alignment, being open to listening to the spirits, tapping into our gifts and abilities, going through our unique journey, facing the untruths, peeling the layers, taking time to sit & reconnect, rediscovering ourselves, asking questions, going with what resonates, returning to oneness, co-creating with the universe.

Natali talks about her journey, being connected as a child, shutting down her gifts to live a ‘normal’ life, going through an awakening, going on a soul search, working with energy healing, receiving messages and being a channel, receiving the Sentaura energy healing, activating the creator codes, dissolving what no longer serves us, her mission in this lifetime.

For more about Natali find her on Instagram, Facebook & https://natalibrown.com/.
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On this episode Brian explores different points of views and perspectives, and how can we hold them at the same time. 

How can we allow space for other perspectives and viewpoints?

We encourage you to take the time this week to explore, experiment and play with holding multiple perspectives and not judging others without understanding their point of view.

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On this episode we talk with Jonathan McLernon, a weight loss coach and emotional eating expert who has lost 100lbs. Coach Jon spent most of his life running from his true calling, until one question changed his life. With Freedom Nutrition Coaching he marries the Science of Metabolism with the Psychology of Behavior Change and the Compassion of Human Connection to create life-changing transformations with his clients.

We explore trauma and traumatic experiences, self love and compassion, addressing the underlying reason for a behavior, weight loss, masculinity and being male, modeling patterns, being vulnerable and connected to our feelings, creating safe spaces, the courage it takes to create changes in our lives, not waiting until we hit rock bottom, creating small changes, conscious consumerism, openness to other perspectives, understanding our roles in the collective.

Jonathan talks about his journey, being empathic, going through a traumatic experience, having PTSD, taking comfort in food, going through a journey of rediscovery, sharing his story to others, being authentic and comfortable with himself, being a contributor to positive change.

For more about Jonathan find him on Facebook, Instagram, https://www.jonmclernon.com/ and https://freedomnutritioncoach.com/.

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On this episode we talk with Ryan Fahey, author, speaker, and edupreneur who is passionate about personal growth, education and well-being. He is the owner of Fahey Consulting which aims to help people and small organizations move from good to great.

We explore making wellbeing a priority, the normalizing of what success looks like, understanding our values and how our action align with them, creating space to be, going from surviving to thriving, finding harmony in simplicity, communication is not necessarily connection, understanding what supports us, compartmentalizing & showing up, individualism & support.

Ryan talks about his journey, developing migraines as a kid, learning how to cope with the headaches as a teenager, and that leading him to the wellbeing & education space, writing his books, how to remote working, creating boundaries & energy stocktake, distractions at home, the yes/no equation, imposter syndrome & adding value.

For more about Ryan find him on https://www.faheyconsulting.org/.

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On this episode we talk with Tom Jackson, co-founder & CEO of Honest Ocean, aiming to change the flow of ocean plastic waste in South East Asia and empower local communities by reversing and retrieving the plastic from their communities. 

We explore conscious consumerism, looking for alternatives & more sustainable options, voting with our dollars, demanding better practices and transparency from businesses, taking responsibility, greenwashing as a problem, companies putting the responsibility on consumers for dealing with waste, how the young generations are behaving.

Tom talks about his journey, seeing the amount of plastic in the ocean which prompt him to create a change, repurposing plastic waste, why working in Indonesia, working alongside the local communities, consumer power, traceability & accountability.

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On this episode we talk with Roxanne Chaput, Founder,  Celestial Guide, Celestial+Generational Earth Shaman, Quantum Healer, an Inspirational Speaker+Podcast Host of Soul to Soul with Roxanne in addition to being a Life+Love Mentor.

We explore not losing our connection as children, keeping our openness & innocence, working with blockages, understanding we are energy, science catching up to ancient wisdom, looking for root causes instead of symptoms, healing & a wholistic approach, alignment with the elements, interconnectedness, connecting to guides, angels, energy beings & the invisible realms, we are never alone.

Roxanne talks about her journey, being called to serve, going through near death experiences, our soul essence, shamanism, learning from children & animals, finding alignment & stillness, being open to receiving guidance & messages.

For more about Roxanne find her on Instagram, Facebook & https://www.roxannechaput.com/.

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On this episode we talk with Phillip Mountrose, holistic coach, energy healer, author and co-founder of the Awakenings Institute, which missions is to facilitate “the unique gifts that each individual brings receive, honor and respect, where all are nurtured in allowing their gifts to blossom". 

We explore the importance of energy healing, living in alignment, releasing blockages, power dynamics, recognizing qualities to awaken in ourselves, integrating all our parts, finding what resonates, connecting with our unique gifts.

Phillip talks about his journey, searching ways of waking up, his book ‘The loving power of the soul’, life purpose & talents.

For more about Phillip find him on Facebook, Instagram & https://gettingthru.org/holistic/

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On this episode we talk with Zahra Karsan, Mindset Coach, Neuroscience expert, inspirational public speaker,author of '6 Weeks to Happy' and the creator of the R.E.W.I.R.E system.

We explore neuroscience, living in autopilot, unconscious behavior & beliefs, survival mechanisms, rewiring neuropathways, plasticity & the capacity to change, finding the key to unlock your doors.

Zahra talks about her journey, being fascinated with the human brain, happiness and patterns, writing her book, the R.E.W.I.R.E. System, fear patterns, and creating lasting change.

For more about Zahra find her on Instagram, Facebook, https://6weekstohappy.com/ & GETZEND on Instagram, Facebook & https://getzend.com/.

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On this episode Brian explores returning to wholeness, our natural state. Connecting to our essence and true nature alongside our daily life and circumstances.

How can we allow space for this perspective?

We encourage you to take the time this week to explore, experiment and play with this different point of view.

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On this episode we talk with Ivan Anz, a serial entrepreneur who has devoted his time and energy towards businesses and projects that generate high-impact improvement in society. He is an author, creator of the Philantroinvestor® Phenomena, and founder of Equity & Help. 

We explore ideas & decisions, taking action, doing good with money, investing time & energy, engagement & fulfillment, passion & purpose, choosing what you are supporting.

Ivan talks about his journey, how he came into the concept of Philanthroinvestors, educating people on why investing on improving humanity, true financial freedom, the ten life supporting areas, the law of betterment.

For more about Ivan find him on Instagram, Facebook, https://ivananz.com/ & https://philanthroinvestors.com/.

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On this episode we talk with Indra Rizler, a life time spiritual seeker, healer & teacher, sharing astrology & the Enneagram of Personality. He’s been studying astrology and spirituality for fifty years.His focus is to help clients to awake up to who they really are. He works to help people to live beyond their conditioned stories and to live more in the moment.

We explore spiritualizing daily life, allowing ourselves to just be, astrology & enneagram, understanding energies to change, not getting caught up with what’s happening & expanding perspective, attachments & expectations.

Indra talks about his journey, living for 20 years in an Ashram, neutrality of experience, the enneagram personality types, tendencies & afflictions.

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On this episode we talk with Kara-Leah, a much-loved Direct Realization Tantra Teacher and writer. Passionate about liberation in this lifetime, she practices and teaches an integrated householder path of awakening. This path is grounded in Classical Tantra focuses on using the process of compassionate inquiry to reveal the conditioned mind, and so helps people to drop down into being-ness and presence.

We explore embodiment, inviting movement & exploring, power dynamics, the role of teachers & participants, taking responsibility, clarity on boundaries, abuse of power, trust & intuition, trauma & patterns, how we respond, how to create safe spaces, holding others with love, feeling & integrating experience.

Kara-Leah talks about her journey, being curious as a kid, seeking, discovering Yoga, experiencing a kundalini awakening, resonating with Tantra, orientating to awareness, the importance of having conversations on challenging topics, conscious & unconscious behavior, not giving away our power, the path of realization & liberation, what to do as communities.

For more about Kara-Leah find her on Instagram, Facebook, Youtube & https://karaleah.com/.
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On this episode we talk with Mabel Katz, an author, public speaker, internationally acclaimed world peace ambassador, and a recognized leading authority of Ho’oponopono, the ancient Hawaiian art and practice of problem-solving for achieving happiness and peace. She is the creator of ZeroFrequency®, a way of life that teaches 100% responsibility, forgiveness, and gratitude as a pathway to Zero—the state where we free ourselves from restrictive memories and limiting beliefs so that we may discover our inner talents in pursuit of a more abundant life.

We explore taking responsibility, not waiting until we make changes, being open to the signs from the universe, making conscious decisions, reclaiming our power, letting go of the past, being at peace with our circumstances, forgiveness & gratitude, setting ourselves free, perfectionism, trust & expectations, simplicity.

Mabel talks about her journey, waking up and realizing she wasn’t happy even though being ‘successful’, not getting caught up in the drama & stories, the philosophy of Ho’oponopono, solving problems, knowing the universe is conspiring for you, working with children, unlearning to relearn.

For more about Mabel find her on Instagram, Facebook & https://mabelkatz.com/.

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On this episode we talk with Gene Ang, a former Yale Neurobiologist, now a powerful facilitator of energy healing and shamanic healing practices. In addition, he teaches seminars that focus on the integration of science, spirituality, and healing. Gene travels internationally facilitating healing sessions and workshops particularly around the Arcturian Healing Method, a modality he created as a synthesis of his studies in healing. 

We explore the openness at this time to energy healing, bridging mainstream scientific views with spiritual perspectives, multidimensionality, space & time, feeling & resonating, experiencing journeys at sacred lands.

Gene talks about his journey, being a neuroscientist at Yale and into molecular science, being connected with energy, consciousness & healing, connecting with the Arcturian energy beings, exploring and learning different healing modalities, and shares a sample of an Arcturian healing transmission.

For more about Gene find him on Facebook, Instagram,  http://geneang.com/ & https://arcturianhealingmethod.com/.

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On this episode we talk with Kevin Roth, singer, writer, dulcimer player & coach, who after being diagnosed with stage three melanoma he beat the odds, changed his diet and outlook, and went from ‘surviving’ to thriving, moving from Kansas to beautiful San Diego, where he created a life worth living on his terms. 

We explore following a conventional path of a ‘successful’ life, being faced with death, questioning life, creativity & creation, belonging & being connected, the power of sound, surrendering & allowing.

Kevin talks about his journey, being a musician, attempting to become happy through having fame and money and not getting there, being diagnose with stage three melanoma, visualizing his future life, how music comes to him from the mystery of consciousness, and share a brief sample of the dulcimer sound.

For more about Kevin find him on Instagram & https://kevinroth.org/.

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On this episode we talk with Michelle Henderson, Author, Psychic Medium, Certified Spiritual Advisor, Speaker, who worked in education as a teacher, educational diagnostician, and behavior analyst for thirty years. She is passionate about helping intuitive children embrace their gifts.

We explore following intuition, being our unique self, connecting with our gifts & abilities, the role of parents and role models, staying open, creating boundaries, opening to the senses potential, bringing fun & play into spiritual practices, how education systems can condition us, seeing kids as out teachers, integrating the different ‘worlds’ we are living in.

Michelle talks about her journey, being a psychic medium, working with kids & families, writing her book, supporting intuitive children, embracing the gifts of neuro-diverse kids, seeing everything as spiritual & miracles.

For more about Michelle find her on Instagram, Facebook & https://www.michellehendersonmedium.com/.

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On this episode we talk with Dai Manuel, Lifestyle Mentor, Life Performance Coach, thought leader, author, TEDx speaker & edutaining keynote speaker.

We explore wholeness & how we see ourselves, changing vs not changing, being open to sharing, modeling healthy ways of being, being a victim of our circumstances, perfectionism, being in alignment & in flow.

Dai talks about his journey, being unhealthy, depressed, not feeling enough, using food as a coping mechanism which led to obesity, making decisions to be on a path to get well, starting to be acknowledged, having anxiety and coping with alcohol, being faced with reality, becoming sober, the 3 important questions for life & to create change.

For more about Dai find him on Instagram, Facebook & http://www.daimanuel.com.

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On this episode we talk with Stephen Milverton, career empowerment coach & host of The Unearthed Men podcast, supporting people to unlock the hidden potential within, enabling them to live an empowered, self-fulfilled, joyful life. 

We explore connecting with our feelings & emotions, things that have been normalized that are not natural, coming back to the body, realizing that we are carrying things we don’t even know about, seeing addictions a symptom of disconnection & trauma, being open to showing to others they can be open, breaking cycles, asking questions, being curious & enquiring, the importance of honest & open communication. 

Stephen talks about his journey, the Unearthed Men Podcast, sharing stories & challenges men go through, outsourcing our experience, seeking attention & competing with siblings, being addicted to alcohol & porn, being stuck in routine, choosing a different path, making a decision to be happy.

For more about Stephen find him on Instagram, Facebook & https://www.stephenmilverton.com/.

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On this episode we talk with Dr. Corin Storkey, Founder and Co-director of Seleno Health, a natural health company that fuses ancient plant wisdom with modern scientific research. Corin has over 15 years of academic and research experience, specialising in medicinal antioxidant chemistry, oxidative diseases, cellular protection and health. He currently leads the Maca and cacao research program that studies Andean and Amazonian plant medicines and substantiates their traditions through biochemical analysis.

We explore seeing health holistically, plant medicines, especially Maca & Cacao, the tradition and lineages, the properties & benefits of Maca, the preparation with rituals & ceremony, honoring ancient wisdom traditions, chocolate & cacao, what is a cacao ceremony, cultural appropriation, where the cacao comes from, how and who is growing it, conscious consuming, bringing the modern science & ancient wisdom together.

Corin talks about his journey, studying medicinal chemistry, researching and working in the pharmaceutical industry, healing himself with natural medicine, going to Peru and having a complete shift of his perspective of life, researching the molecules and properties of the medicinal plant, the traditional preparation & use of cacao, sharing the wisdom & connection to the medicine, the symbols & its representation.

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On this episode Brian explores the importance of taking time to celebrate - appreciating and being grateful of our lives, the milestones, the big things and the little things.

Being in the present, including everything that came before and being open the the unfolding of the future, anchored on the energies of gratitude and love.

We encourage you to take the time to celebrate where you are right now in your life, all the 'wins' and challenges you are experiencing.

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On this episode we talk with Claire Crum, CEO of Calm Ops helping nonprofit leaders make a bigger impact. 

We explore the space of having an impact, having a mission solving some of the biggest issues, resources, funding & money in the non profit space, creating a system change, social enterprises, the importance of strategy and processes, values & team culture, normalizing & glorifying burn out & stress, modeling as leaders, amplifying impact. 

Claire talks about her journey working with non profit organizations, the importance of having a vision, mission and values statements, social responsibility for businesses, operations for sustainability as an organizations, documenting the processes, strategic mapping & supporting leaders. 

For more about Claire find her on Facebook & https://clairecrum.com/.  Check out this free resource: https://strategyforcalm.com/workbook.

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On this episode we talk with Jem Fuller,  author, speaker & Leadership Coach with focus on culture, resilience & communication.

We explore the inner sense of curiosity for travel and discovering different cultures, rewiring our brains, doing the inner work, communicating consciously, self-leadership, mind & perception, communicating boundaries, consent & agreements, asking permission, being present & listening, triggers & responding, the importance of self-talk. 

Jem talks about his journey, role modeling to his children, bringing more ease into life, traveling around the world, being fascinated about cultures that were different, going through mid-life crisis/awakening, being able to see the belief of ‘not being enough’, noticing the ego wanting to react, disagreeing vs fighting in a relationship, radical self acceptance. 

For more about Jem find him on Instagram, Facebook and http://www.jemfuller.com/.

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On this episode we talk with Moun D’Simone, a Spiritual Mentor, Meditation Teacher Buddhist practitioner and Speaker. She is devoted to supporting others heal their relationship with themselves and bodies as a doorway into their hearts.

We explore following our path, Tibetan Buddhism, sharing the teachings we love, befriending our experience, integrating the teachings in daily life, creating internal space to be able to respond to life, cultivating wholesome qualities, being in silence & essential speech, questioning to uncover the answers, our true nature, working with time, rewriting our stories, being courageous, how our relationships change.

Moun talks about her spiritual journey, going to India, practicing buddhist teachings, almost becoming a nun, bringing play and joy into the practices, the dissonance of the outer success and the inner experience, releasing judgments & connecting with others, going on a 3 month retreat & reintegrating afterwards, redefining regret in the western world, identification with our past actions, becoming aware of the preciousness of each moment.

For more about Moun find her on Instagram, Facebook & https://www.moundsimone.com/.
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On this episode we talk with Jodielynn Craven, founder & creator of Abundance Consciousness & the Fluid Money Blueprint. She helps entrepreneurs attract money so they never feel like it's running out again.

We explore how our mind & our energy create our reality, money as a taboo topic, money conversations in childhood, limiting beliefs & absolute truths, co-creating with the universe, scarcity & abundance, emotions & body responses, questioning the stories we believe, charging money & valuing services, energy exchange, being open to possibilities.

JodieLynn talks about her journey, understanding how money works and what to do with it, changing career, going in & channeling abundance codes, asking questions & having curiosity, the Fluid Money Blueprint.

For more about Jodielynn find her on Instagram, Facebook & https://www.jodielynncraven.com/.
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On this episode we talk with Tom Cronin, a renowned speaker and corporate trainer recognised internationally as a leadership expert. Tom is the author of 6 books, producer of the hit film The Portal and founder of The Stillness Project, a movement to inspire one billion people to meditate daily.

We explore the normalizing of imbalances, the importance of understanding how to listen our bodies, meditation in daily life, integrating our practices in our worldly experience, being present, stillness & space, accusing the field, awakening, self-responsibility.

Tom talks about his journey, working in the finance industry, the fast and furious lifestyle, starting to notice a lot of imbalances, going through nervous breakdowns, having a lightbulb moment discovering meditation, the motivation and message of the film The Portal, practicing with mantra.

For more about Tom find him on Instagram, Facebook & https://tomcronin.com/.
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On this episode Brian explores the endless possibilities, realities and dimensions on the multiverse and how we can use that to create change in our lives.

How we can use each moment of our life to be the starting point to rewrite our story.

We encourage you to take the time this week to explore, experiment and play this game of life with a different understanding of the rules.

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On this episode we talk with Sarah Arnold-Hall, a High Performance Coach who helps people take action and overcome procrastination so they can follow through on their plans and goals.

We explore making changes on the path, what prevents us from taking action, acknowledging & overcoming blockages, working with the mind & the body, allowing & experiencing feelings, procrastination, timing, productivity & rest, hustle & burn out, lateral thinking & win-win situations, being, embodying & doing.

Sarah talks about her journey, thinking of being a psychologist, discovering coaching, the five reasons for not taking action, putting effort to make things effortless, the mini big vision, taking unnecessary steps, giving value as exchange, imposter syndrome.

For more about Sarah find her on Instagram, Facebook & https://www.saraharnoldhall.com/.

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On this episode we talk with Briony McKenzie, a life and business coach, and founder of Untapped. She’s helped hundreds of humans create and step into their unique path to a meaningful life. Through Untapped coaching programmes, speaking and trainings, Briony empowers ambitious people to connect to their purpose, unlock their true potential and impact the world.
We explore transformation, self discovery, being programmed & conditioned, normalizing unnatural behaviors, the signals our bodies send us, being courageous, getting support, the importance of asking questions, taking radical self-responsibility, trusting the inner voice, working with the unknown, navigating the in-between spaces, the potential and infinite possibilities, trusting life.

Briony talks about her journey, being out of alignment working as a lawyer, starting Untapped and having an awesome team, admitting not being happy, having an epic community, turning over stones, creating certainty within uncertainty, money beliefs, recirculating wealth, the energetics of money.

For more about Briony find her on Instagram, Facebook and https://www.untapped.nz/.

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On this episode we talk with Faye Lawand, Internal Conflict Resolution Expert for the Busy Professional, International Speaker, Global Citizen, World-Class Trainer and leading expert in the field of practical solutions for transforming stress. Faye is on a mission to change the attitudes of burnout professionals around managing stress. 

We explore burnout, stress, depression, trauma & how to be free from them, symptoms & getting to root causes, the autonomic nervous system, our natural state, the importance of language to connect, operating from a place of imbalance, dorsal vagal freeze, simple practices, resolving internal conflict & unprocessed feelings, the mind-body connection.

Faye talks about being born in war, her journey, experiencing burnout three times, being on a path of enquiry and seeking, sharing what she has learnt on her healing journey, the glorification of busyness, principles for wellbeing, the tiredness solution, the subconscious & how it speaks, the work of Gabor Maté.

For more about Faye find her on Instagram, Facebook and https://fayelawand.com/.

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On this episode we talk with Miranda Mitchell, an experienced Human Design & Energetic Alignment Coach and a ICF Certified Mastery Level Coach who helps leaders in their industry energetically align (true self) so that they create more impact with sustainability and ease.

We explore the human design framework, the energy types, understanding our conditioning, self validating our experience, tools for reflection, how to interpret charts, understanding our uniqueness, be ourselves & live in cooperation and co-creation, honoring time and space, our connection with our bodies, the possibilities of the quantum realm.

Miranda talks about her journey, her teenage years, living in toxic environments, the life -changing experience of becoming a mother, using human design for work and business, pushing or responding to natural energies, navigating the resistance from others to follow the path.

For more about Miranda find her on Instagram, Facebook and https://www.miranda-mitchell.com/.

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On this episode we talk with Shana Francesca, a speaker, writer, entrepreneur and the Founder and Lead Designer at Concinnate, a multi-discipline interior design and life design firm working with clients around the world.

We explore how our spaces are a reflection of who we are, rewriting our story, correlating life or being a victim of our circumstances, rediscovering our spaces during the pandemic, minimalism & consumerism, secondhand and hand-me-downs. 

Shana talks about her challenging upbringing, deciding to change and not to be like her parents, starting to design her life and vision boarding, who we allowed into our front doors/life, how your home possessions support you, not keeping up with trends, being intentional, bringing spirituality into interior design.

For more about Shana find her on Instagram, Facebook and https://www.concinnate.world/.

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On this episode we talk with Chris Huriwai, a Māori vegan advocate, extreme sportsman and co-producer of the film MILKED. He has a history working in community health, working for 7 years teaching physical education and mentoring young people from primary to high schools at Te Hau Ora O Ngāpuhi. He’s a back-to-back 3-time world champion for street unicycling and has recently moved home after working at DCM, an organisation that assists rough sleepers and individuals who struggle to access sustainable housing. Chris is the co-founder of the animal rights project Aotearoa Liberation League. He is passionate about indigenous practices and using veganism as a decolonial tool.

We explore veganism, non-violence, capitalism & cruelty-free in the system, the importance of connection, expanding our awareness & learning, indigenous knowledge and ways of relating to the natural world, colonization & reparations, the impacts of the dairy industry on the ecosystem, animals, environment, our health and farmers.

Chris talks about his upbringing, connection to nature and animals from childhood, being a 3x unicycle world champion, working with children and his local community, having preconceived ideas about Māori people, seeking better outcomes, Tikanga Māori & being able to adapt, the creation of the documentary showcasing the reality of the dairy industry.

For more about Chris find him on Instagram, Facebook and https://www.all.org.nz/.
For more about the film MILKED: https://milked.film/, on Instagram & Facebook.

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On this episode Brian talks about how our habits impact our environment, the sharing and circular economies and what they mean for our future, the different waste streams that we contribute to as individuals, as well as ways to adopt a zero-waste lifestyle and reduce, and have a positive impact in the world.

This is an excerpt of a session that was part of the Auckland Climate Festival 2021: https://www.acf21.co.nz/events/what-you-can-do-for-climate-action

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Yes, eco-anxiety is a thing for many. The wellbeing of our mother earth and ours is one and the same. The more we understand how to stay well and use the energy from the current climate crisis, the more momentum we can build to create change. 
Join us for a conversation on how we can step out of the guilt, depression and anxiety and move towards taking conscious action.

This is an excerpt of a session that was part of the Auckland Climate Festival 2021: https://www.acf21.co.nz/media/eco-anxiety

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On this episode Brian shares some thoughts about his 3435 consecutive days of practicing at least 20 minutes of sitting meditation (as of 31 January 2022). 

Some of the learnings from the practice, how it sipped into everyday life, how much more experiencing can take place and more.

We encourage you to take the time to practice meditation, connection, presencing in whichever way works for you and share your experience with us.   

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On this episode we talk with Johanna Renoth, an Artist of Life and Visionary. She writes, inspires, speaks and consults on creative and entrepreneurial projects.

We explore trying out many different things, beating to your own drum vs fitting in, being wealthy in experiences, what does failing mean, entrepreneurship, goals & success, how do we respond to life and show up, money & resources, the coaching industry's tactics, roles & types.

Johanna talks about her hunger for exploration and life, being a multimedia artist of life, doing things that feel really heavy trying to fit into boxes, which stories to buy into, being aligned to the labels one uses.

For more about Johanna find her on Instagram and https://www.johannarenoth.com/.

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On this episode Brian explores the importance of utilising the time of the New year to come up with the practices you intend to carry on with and introduce new ones.

Instead of making new year resolutions, prioritising gratitude practices, intention setting and practices to enable learning and experimenting.

We encourage you to take the time this week to check in, go back through the year and notice the learnings, challenges, experiences and bringing gratitude for everything that took place - and from that vibration coming up with the practices that will allow you to have the feelings and experiences you wish for this year. 

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On this episode we talk with Dr. Ian Brooks, Award Winning Author, Personal Development Coach & CEO of Rhodes Smith.

We explore the importance on working on ourselves in order to work with others, clarifying definitions of concepts, change & transformation, having intention in life, connecting in & with our bodies, having a holistic view, 

Ian talks about his interest in psychology from a young age, working with different type of people and noticing similarities, developing awareness & moving forward, plans & paths, creating space for inquiry, having strong foundations.

For more about Ian find him on Instagram, Facebook and https://rhodessmith.com/.

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On this episode we talk with Ursula Griffen, Regenerative Practitioner, Communication Strategy Design & founder of REMiND.

We explore choosing how we spend our time and make a living, regenerative practices and thinking modalities, expanding beyond the known, the importance of mindfulness & reconnection, re-indigenisation, how we communicate & facilitate in different environments.

Ursula talks about her journey, collaborating and working in teams, synergism and creative life, knowing where we come from and our ancestry, living with open doors towards life.

For more about Ursula find her on Instagram, https://www.ursulagriffen.com/ & https://remind.nz/.

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On this episode we talk with Natalie Cutler-Welsh, International speaker, MC, author, business coach and trainer & founder of Go To Girl. Natalie specialises in helping businesses and coaches to Amplify their Impact, Leadership and Legacy so they can change the world for Good. 

We explore upping ones brave, having courage, taking action to have a  positive impact, taking time for reflection, shame and guilt, being open & curious, practicing gratitude, connecting with like-minded individuals, and holistic wellbeing.

Natalie talks about her journey, her multi-faceted work helping people to do and be more than they ever thought possible, wanting to understand people, the different ‘zones’ we can be at, perfectionism, frustration, anger & jealousy, and doing good through our work.

For more about Natalie find her on Instagram, Facebook, https://upyourbrave.com/ & https://nataliecutlerwelsh.com/.

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On this episode Brian explores the importance of returning to the body and being present.

We have been conditioned to use our heads so much, we have been out of touch with our bodies, feelings and inner wisdom. Coming back home to the body allows us to become more present, becoming more in touch with the gifts we bring into the world.  

How are you showing up? What are you embodying? What are the qualities and energy you are bringing into life? 

We encourage you to take the time this week to check in with your body, notice your experience and consciously choosing what you are embodying.

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On this episode we talk with Kristen Manieri, Author, Podcast Host,  Life Coach & Mindfulness Teacher.

We explore how we live, using questions to change, creating spaces and sharing experiences, personal and collective work, words, their meaning and misunderstandings, mindfulness & meditation, McMindfulness, reconnecting with the body and embodiment.

Kristen talks about her journey, being faced with a fork in the road, going with what resonates, learning through interviewing people for her podcast, slowing down choosing a practice.

For more about Kristen find her on Instagram, Facebook & https://kristenmanieri.com/.

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On this episode we talk with Corbie Mitleid, a Certified Tarot Master, psychic medium, teacher, and ordained minister.

We explore what’s a psychic, intuition, resonating with someone’s work, not seeing others as competition, listening to your heart, messages and support, asking the right questions, past life regressions & retrievals, honoring our gifts, seeing life from different perspectives, intergenerational sharing and connecting.

Corbie talks about her journey, being a channel, moving to doing psychic work full time, working with past lives, putting the ego on a shelf, learning in the Earth school, what is karma, having your own style.

For more about Corbie find her on Instagram, Facebook & https://corbiemitleid.com/.

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On this episode Brian explores the amazing power of slowing down, even on the midst of this fast-paced society.

Just as we can create space to fully pause, we can change gears and allow a different way of living and experiencing, widening perspective and becoming more aware of how we are showing up, being more conscious of the choices and decisions we make, and connecting with the inner and outer aspects of wellbeing.

We encourage you to take the time this week to slow down and notice your experience.

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On this episode we talk with Joseph Corella, choreographer, Broadway performer, dance teacher, and creator of 567BROADWAY! an all-levels dance fitness class that is for everyone, born out of a desire to create, encourage, and provide an inclusive sense of community where everyone could have a safe space to dance it out!

We explore reconnecting to our bodies, the importance of movement, dancing around other people, how dance is a universal language, tapping into creativity, connecting people around the world, supporting the arts, inclusivity in the dance space, creating safe environments, Tik Tok dance trends, tapping into the expression of experience.

Joseph talks about his loving musicals, dance and the arts since childhood, sharing choreography, seeing people’s transformations through the classes, how musicals helped him through challenging times, working with professionals and non-dancers.

For more about Joseph find him on Instagram, Facebook & https://www.567broadway.com/.

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On this episode we talk with Lucy Butler, HealthPost Executive Director, daughter to founder Linley, mum to Isla and Leo, and a committed enthusiast of natural products and sustainable values. She’s also a trustee of the HealthPost Nature Trust that is helping to restore biodiversity in the environmentally significant area of Onetahua Farewell Spit.

We explore holistic perspectives and decision making, values & purpose, community and stakeholders, the momentum that is happening for change, overall wellbeing, attracting and retaining a team of talented people that care about the work they do, striving for doing and being better, caring for the environment and conservation, partnerships approach to move forward.

Lucy talks about her upbringing, respect for nature, B Corp certification as a high standard for the business, the importance of feedback from customers, making decisions as a family in a conversation, setting up the nature trust to give back and support the regeneration of the land, celebrating the projects and sharing the journey.

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On this episode we talk with Laura Hartley, an activist, writer & coach. She runs an online school to help changemakers & activists end burnout, begin the inner work of system change, and create the conditions for social healing & collective thriving.

We explore personal development, how interconnected we are, the inner and outer work, forms of activism nowadays, burn out, systematic issues, individualism, different perspectives, recognizing privilege, trauma, healing & embodiment, exploring our bodies & feelings, developing communication skills, purpose & callings, shame & guilt.

Laura talks about her childhood, her interests, influences & experiences growing up, shifting & reimagining systems, being & relating with others, using our values as verbs, the stories & narratives we believe and tell ourselves, communities support systems.

For more about Laura find her on Instagram, Facebook & https://www.laurahartley.com/.

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On this episode we talk with Hector Aristizábal, theatre-activist and artistic director of ImaginAction, a psychotherapist who developed original plays with immigrants, torture survivors, incarcerated youth, gang members, AIDS/HIV infected people and people in Hospice care, and facilitator at Reconectando & DreamingAction.

We explore using theater to image a different world, deep ecology, our connection with nature, the somatic and body work, rituals and initiations, reimagining and integrating traumatic experiences, collective healing, taking ownership & responsibility, the importance of the group and the witnessing.

Hector talks about his journey, growing up in Colombia and a challenging situation with war and torture, being exiled, constantly searching, learning and exploring, working with groups to reconnect & heal.

For more about Hector find him on Facebook, https://imaginaction.org/, http://www.reconectando.org/ & http://www.dreamingaction.com/.

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On this episode we talk with Richie Hardcore, educator, key note speaker and activist, working in violence prevention, masculinities, mental health and wellness.

We explore roles, masculinity, what we are taught and conditioned to believe, how culture reinforces toxic behavior, belonging & fitting in, the importance of talking about mental illness & traumas, having role models & guidance, healthy structures & frameworks, how we identify with our stories.

Richie talks about his journey, growing up in a dysfunctional situation, the ebbs and flows of his life, going through depression & mental health unbalances, getting social acceptance, fighting, conflicts & chaos as coping mechanisms & seeking it, the known & comfortable, hitting rock bottom & building back up.

For more about Richie find him on Instagram, Facebook & https://richiehardcore.com/.

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On this episode we talk with Kiran Trace, human development expert and hands-on spiritual mentor.

We explore normative development, exerting effort vs going with ease, cultural and familial conditioning & belonging, what is awakening, perception & perspective, internal & external experience, working with blockages, layers of reality, & wholeness.

Kiran talks about her journey, challenges growing up, volunteering since young, her awakening into her original nature, exploring how source lives as a human, approaching the inner work from a fun & delicious place.

For more about Kiran find her on Instagram, Facebook & https://kirantrace.com/.

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On this episode Brian explores the amazing power of listening from an open and curious place.
How we can learn more about ourselves by listening to others sharing their stories and points of views, by learning about other paths, cultures, ethnicities and countries, how we can heal and grow by being present for others, and understand we are more alike than we believe.

We encourage you to take the time this week to really listen to someone.

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On this episode we talk with Lina Montero Soto, Founder of Make Eco Easy, on a mission to empower the eco-awkward among us to have eco-nfidence and find eco-joy & brand advertising magician.

We explore auditing our rubbish, changing habits, taking care of our environment, bringing the principles of marketing & advertising to get more people helping the planet, not knowing what is the right thing to do, 

Lina talks about her journey, going to a beach clean up that opened her eyes to waste and how she contributes to it, being eco-awkward, creating community with positive encouragement, bringing fun into this space, & her 7 principles to help the Earth.

For more about Lina and her work follow her on Facebook, Instagram & https://www.makeecoeasy.com/ and https://www.magico.co.nz/.

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On this episode we talk with Meghan Geliza Jackson, a Filipino-Kiwi painter, creative director, educator, energy facilitator and the founder of Dreams of Source, a visionary space devoted to helping empaths, highly sensitives and intuitives come home to their Inner Being and creativity, despite the noise and pressures of modern living.

We explore the experience of empaths, going from being drain to making empathy a superpower, the importance of frameworks and language for understanding life experience, leading a spiritual and aligned life, the importance of mentors and guides, coming back home to our inner being, grounding and connecting to the Earth, fear and doubt.

Meghan talks about her journey, art as a healing tool, intuition and creativity, being Filipino, going through challenges and turning into meditation, experiencing awakenings, creating a bigger container to choose what to let in, creating as a gift for others, and working with earth pigments.

For more about Meghan follow her on Instagram & https://dreamsofsource.com/.

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On this episode we talk with Quenelda Clegg, international development and humanitarian specialist & programme director of ChildFund NZ. 

We explore climate change, the importance of communities, privilege and inequalities, widening our perspective, partnering instead of giving hand outs, the power of Moringa to grow even in harsh environments, its resiliency, why it is called ‘the miracle tree’ and supporting in health living, engaging and supporting initiatives that align.

Quenelda talks about her journey, growing up in Australia and connecting with the indigenous people, taking meaningful action, focusing on children thriving for the future, working in Zambia & Kenya, doing our part, connecting with the stories of people, traditional knowledge.

For more about Quenelda's work through Childfund follow them on Instagram, Facebook & https://childfund.org.nz/.

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On this episode we talk with Florian Hornig, the Happylife.Coach & adventurer behind the 'simplicity of happiness‘ project.

We explore fitting in, following the ‘successful' path, perspective on what is easy, fear of the unknown and staying with the known, balancing being in the present and in the future, having enough, possessions & sharing, conscious awareness.

Floh talks about his journey, building relationships, making rational and heart-based decisions, reducing what one has, and mindset.

For more about Floh find him on Instagram, Facebook & https://simplicity-of-happiness.com/

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On this episode we talk with Kahurangi Carter, Ngati Maniapoto, Regional Manager at Para Kore Marae Inc. Advocating and educating from a Māori worldview for a world without waste

We explore the māori worldview, disconnection and what that brings about, our connection with the Earth, zero waste, the linear vs circular system, individuality and separation, sharing and community, growing our own food & behavior change.

Kahurangi talks about her Whakapapa, her journey, healing with plants and Rongoā māori, Te Tiriti o Waiting and how to apply it, knowing where your food comes from, auditing ones waste, designing waste out.

For more about Kahurangi and Para Kore follow her on Instagram, Facebook & https://www.parakore.maori.nz/.

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On this episode we talk with Stacy Sherman, mother, author, speaker and founder of DoingCXRight.

We explore customer experience, making people happy, culture and employees, metrics for measuring impact, how we consciously use technology, using feedback, taking time for celebrating, and the importance of diversity.

Stacy talks about her journey, leading from the heart, putting the human first, journey-mapping, using LinkedIn, and empowering each other during these changing times.

For more about Stacy follow her on Instagram, Facebook & https://doingcxright.com/.

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On this episode we talk with Miriama Kamo, journalist, author, TV presenter & mother.

We explore the experience of being Māori, healing and moving forward as a country, the power of grassroots movements, a holistic perspective to wellbeing, the power of connection, living zero-waste, our relationship with the Earth, understanding our privilege, climate change impacts, being an activist in your own home.

Miriama talks about her journey, her love of stories, deciding to reduce her waste, her ‘failures’ and learnings on the journey, being a great ancestor, how governments can make huge changes like lockdowns when they believe we are in an emergency.

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On this episode Brian explores the Plastic Free July movement, his journey with it as well as reducing his overall waste.
Living a zero-waste life based on knowing why and taking actions that are aligned with what one cares about.

Have you join the challenge? Share with us what has been your experience, and inspire others!

We are here to change the world!

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On this episode we talk with Tamara Zoner, Speaker, Coach, Happiness Trainer and mom of 3.

We explore how we learn, the power of conditioning, personal responsibility, what is happiness, contentment and the middle way, reacting vs responding, being the priority number one, doing what resonates.

Tamara talks about her journey, her relationship as a catalyst for questioning, changing and growing, walking the talk, the passion test, living from intention and being quiet.

For more about Tamara follow her on Instagram, Facebook and www.alifeyoulovenow.com.

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On this episode we talk with Joanna Walden, a consciousness visionary, transformation coach, speaker and author of The Inside Hustle: A Mystical Misfit’s Travel Adventure Into The Unknown

We explore spirituality, energy, unpacking what we mean when using certain words, the power of connection, the spiritual closet, living a dual life, discovering the world and experiencing different cultures, tapping into energy places and sites, being in the unknown, becoming softer, allowing and surrendering.

Joanna talks about her journey, living the corporate life, her personal and spiritual journey traveling the world, writing her book, the inside hustle, being comfortable in the process of evolution, change and transformation.

For more about Joanna follow her on Facebook, Instagram & https://www.joannawalden.com/.

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On this episode we talk with Terry Tucker, a cancer warrior, motivational speaker, and author who runs 'Motivational Check' to help others find and lead their uncommon and extraordinary lives.

We explore what success is, mindset whilst going through challenges, being with suffering, being loving and kind, having an impact on someones life, beliefs and habits, setting an example and living an extraordinary life.

Terry talks about his journey going through cancer, the treatments, the ups and downs, leaving a legacy, his relationship with nurses, and his four truths.

For more about Terry follow him on Facebook and  https://www.motivationalcheck.com/.

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On this episode we talk with Nikki Sunshine, a writer, healer and host of the 'Feel, Pray, Love' Podcast.

We explore following one’s intuition, how we experience our circumstances, imbalances, healing techniques, not giving our power away, peak experiences vs. lasting practices, implementation of disciplines, trauma & wounds, relationships, partners & triggers, energy, embodiment & intimacy.

Nikki talks about her healing path, how her mother’s death was a pivotal moment in her life, developing a relationship with her inner child, being softer with herself, & trusting herself.

For more about Nikki follow her on Instagram & https://www.nikkisunshine.info/.

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On this episode we talk with Nicola Turner, founder of Mainstream Green, a social enterprise enabling organisations & individuals to be more mindful of how we consume and the impact we have.

We explore consumerism, living simply, being conscious of what we buy, saving money, breaking away from the automatic patterns, living in harmony, the power of marketing, making conscious choices, questioning what’s in what we use & eat, the correlation of personal and planet’s wellbeing, making small incremental changes, knowing your WHY, doing things that are easy, the biggest barriers, getting family & friends on board, the power of having conversations & technology.

Nic talks about working in the fast moving consumer goods industry for 15 years in which she learned about consumer behavior, how personal wellbeing led to being mindful of changing habits and reducing waste, having freedom of choice, being a Type A personality trying to do too much too fast, being kind & doing better.

For more about Nic follow her on Instagram, Facebook & https://www.mainstreamgreen.co.nz/

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On this episode we talk with Monika Muranyi, researcher and archivist of the Kryon material, & Author of 'The Gaia Effect', 'The Human Akash', 'The Human Soul Revealed’ & 'The Women of Lemuria'.

We explore who are we, how the end of some situations open us up to the new, surrendering & opening our hearts, how we all have different paths, the shift that is happening, seeing things from a different perspective, awakening to a deeper truth of interconnectedness, love & light, our connection with Mother Earth, the compassionate mother energy.

Monika talks about being on the path of discovery, the exploration of the soul, her passion to present spiritual concepts in ways that people can interpret, how her path led her to Kryon, being in nature and being a park ranger in Australia & New Zealand, how the end of her relationship with her husband opened her up to a new awakening, being cracked open, how the lights shines through the darkness, & the importance of these times.

For more about Monika go to https://www.monikamuranyi.com/, https://kryon.com/, https://kryonmasters.com/healing-wednesday/ & https://www.facebook.com/KryonLeeCarroll.

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On this episode we talk with Claudia Goetzelmann, photographer, art director, End of Life Doula, & MidLife & Empowerment coach.

We explore being a global citizen, the process of dying, the importance of death, the preciousness of living, coming together as community to celebrate someone’s life, processing the passing of a loved one, living with awareness that every moment we have a choice, being grateful, living life to the fullest, the inner child work & play with imagination.

Claudia talks about embracing different cultures,  being curious and adventurous which led her to travel and be a photographer, collaborating, allowing space for things to unfold, seeing sleep as a little death, & living in full bloom.

For more about Claudia find her on Instagram, https://claudiagoetzelmann.com/, &  https://www.permissiontobloomcoaching.com/.

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On this episode we talk with Chester Santos, “The International Man of Memory” & USA Memory Champion.

We explore the power of our minds, tapping into unexplored areas & potential, how we used to remember more things as we didn’t use to rely so much on technology, developing the right approaches for memorizing, activating the senses, knowledge & wisdom, mental note cards or mnemonics, & practical applications.

Chester talks about how he had a good memory as a child but quickly realized how to improve his memory to be able to compete with the best,  the use it o lose it principle, the concept of cognitive reserve, & shares an exercise to improve our memories.

For more about Chester find him on Facebook, Instagram and https://www.internationalmanofmemory.com/.

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On this episode we talk with Sandy Vo, meditation teacher and founder of Prosperous school of Self-Realization and host of Prosperous podcast.

We explore who are we underneath all the identities & labels, being in our bodies, the power of meditation, living in two worlds - the spiritual & the mundane, integration of practices in every day life, starting small yet having discipline and consistency, what is trauma, asking questions, the need for escaping, navigating through differences.

Sandy talks about embodying our highest expression, growing up in a multiracial & multicultural family, feeling empty in the midst of an accomplished and “successful” career, feeling betrayed by life & god, desire and self-realization, being the example.

For more about Sandy find her on Instagram and https://www.sandyvo.com/.

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On this episode we talk with Brittanie Dreghorn, editor of Britt’s List, an online fashion publication dedicated to telling the stories behind Australian fashion brands that lead their industry in environmental sustainability and ethical treatment of people and animals.

We explore conscious consumerism, modern slavery and fair trade, the growing movement of the fashion revolution, needing more transparency and responsibility from brands, the need for further education, understanding our values, greenwashing, accreditations and traceability, the use of resources and its impact, plastic and synthetics, inclusion and accessibility.

Brittanie talks about being curious, growing up op-shopping, and questioning how the clothes she was buying was made, using her background to create content on sustainable and ethical fashion, and the ethical and sustainable fashion space in Australia.

For more about Brittanie find her on Instagram, Facebook and https://www.brittslist.com.au/

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On this episode we talk with Karishma Singh Kelsey, Social justice entrepreneur, educator & advocate of ethical trade, founder of Karishma design and Miraculous Me Movement.

We explore the issues within the Fashion industry, what it takes to create the clothes we are wearing, the conditions of the factories and tights of the workers, how we can create change, being conscious of our relationship with our clothes, exploring creativity by using your body as your canvas.

Karishma talks about the importance of growing up in South Africa and how the principles of connection with the Earth and giving up helped shaped her worldview, her experience working in the fashion industry, the need for more awareness and education.

For more about Karishma follow her on Facebook, Instagram, https://www.karishmadesign.com/ and https://www.miraculousme.style/.

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On this episode we talk with Jessica Mcilveen, parent coach, speaker & researcher. Founder of The Happy Home Movement, and  Epigenetic & behavioral expert.

We explore working with kids and the parents, creating safe zones, experiencing a happy home, gratitude, being open to listening & having conversations, what is epigenetics, behaviors, needs & communication style, boundaries, self-care of parents, social media and busyness.

Jessica talks about wanting to work with children and families since her teenage years, the breakdown of her family as a child, having a bigger impact, the parent-child relationship, alternative ways of doing things.

For more about Jessica follow her on Facebook, Instagram and Youtube.

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On this episode we talk with David Taylor-Klaus, a speaker, author, and leadership coach on a mission to unearth and unleash the personal mastery of entrepreneurs and senior executives.

We explore somatic intelligence, modeling and giving permission for opening up, our bodies always communicate with us so we need to pause and listen, labeling our experience, neuroscience and change, deciding vs choosing, becoming to act, what does success mean, selfish vs self-centered.

David talks about importance of family and relationships, living the ‘should’ life, hitting bottom and deciding to start doing the work to reconnect, finding a life rhythm, declaring what is important.

For more about Danny follow him on Facebook and Instagram and https://dtkcoaching.com/.

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On this episode we talk with Anna Bordignon, mother of three and founder of Munch cupboard and nil products.

We explore raising awareness of different products, inequalities, sustainable business, educating parents as well as kids, having passion for what one does and being resilient, connecting with others to find wisdom, having access to and making convenient better products, slowing down and living simply.

Anna talks about feeling the need to leave a legacy for her children, doing something good for the planet, supporting women, close loops, the notion of ‘clean and green’ New Zealand and the changes needed.

For more about Anna follow her on Facebook and Instagram and https://www.nilproducts.com/ & https://www.munchcupboard.com/.

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On this episode we talk with Eleanor West, Technical Coordinator at NZ Green Building Council & National Coordinator for NZGBC Future Thinkers.

We explore coexisting with the natural environment, the idea of ‘othering’ nature, the big amount of carbon emissions from the construction and building industry, how to build more sustainable spaces, the building code low requirements, energy efficiency, the HomeFit healthy home assessment, insulation, heating and ventilation, and climate justice.

Eleanor talks about caring about the environment, her interest in the impacts of urbanism, the misconceptions of what makes a green building, the knowledge and skill gap to make the changes needed, water use and the circular way.

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On this episode we talk with Danny Bader, inspirational speaker, best-selling author and host of the Back To Life Podcast.

We explore near death experiences, reengaging with life, the different layers of reality, guilt, depression, addiction and attempting suicide, change of consciousness, the power of knowing that we are loved and not alone, sharing our stories, resilience and overcoming challenges, believing in one-self, not waiting until we hit rock bottom to change.

Danny talks about his upbringing within a loving family, how he died at the age of 28 and came back to life after 8 minutes, loosing his friend, being at peace, timelessness on the ‘other side’, coincidences, being more open with others even through struggles, the difference between living and being alive.

For more about Danny follow him on Facebook and Instagram and https://www.dannybader.com/.

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On this episode we talk with Phoebe Garnsworthy, a spiritual author and meditation teacher who seeks to discover magic in everyday life.

We explore being connected with ourselves, the importance of the our environment and who we relate with, being the weird one, connecting with nature, journaling and imagination, navigating through depression, bringing balance to life, unlearning to remember and making a ritual out of everyday situations.

Phoebe talks about being fascinated with spirituality since being a child, using writing as the form of healing and self-reflection, using meditation to stay level-headed and rituals to connect.

For more about Phoebe follow her on Facebook and Instagram and https://www.phoebegarnsworthy.com/.

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On this episode we talk with Sarah Santacroce, Founder of The Gentle Business Revolution & its Gentle Marketing Revolution™ Program, LinkedIn Specialist & Trainer.

We explore the need for more kindness and gentleness, doing marketing in a way that is not aligned to our values and that doesn’t lead to anxiety with manipulative strategies, paying attention to conscious consumers demands, bringing empathy to marketing, understanding that positive messaging might be slower, scarcity tactics and defining what success is.

Sarah talks about growing up in a hippie commune, seeing difference of opinions and how that was dealt with, leaving in different countries, starting her own marketing business and adapting to the gentle way, reflecting on what is enough, and being part of the business revolution.

For more about Sarah follow her on Facebook and LinkedIn and https://sarahsantacroce.com/.

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On this episode we talk with Angel Ribo, The CEO Confidant and founder of the Foundation Wisdom for Kids, in order to help Underprivileged Kids in Latin America Become Entrepreneurs using Ther Local Resources.

We explore being a global citizen and using our privilege to help others, inspiring kids and opening their minds, making the most of the opportunities that present in front of us, developing critical thinking, learning about how to take care of our bodies and health, the importance of questioning, how to reinvent ourselves, and the power of accountability.

Angel talks about leaving Corporate America and becoming an entrepreneur by helping CEOs, how living in Latin America opened up his eyes to the level of poverty in the world which led him to helping underprivileged kids, being an empath and using it as a superpower.

For more about Angel follow him on Facebook and Instagram and https://divinehumanventures.com/home.

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On this episode we talk with Sophie Handford, climate activist, Kāpiti Coast District Councillor and national coordinator of School Strike 4 Climate NZ.

We explore the importance of doing something with purpose, youth-led movements like the School Strike for Climate Change, taking action now as the cost of inaction is greater to create a more beautiful planet, eco-anxiety and mental wellbeing, looking back to the indigenous people’s way to move forward, the importance of conversations, social and climate justice.

Sophie talks about growing up within an environmental minded family, being curious and asking questions, taking initiative, running for council and being elected at an early age, connecting with the older generations, having the will power to act and save lives.

For more about Sophie follow her on Facebook and Instagram and https://sophiehandford.co.nz/.

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On this episode we talk with Kate Bezar, co-founder and director of The Better Packaging Co., the world's leading provider of home compostable packaging designed to support eCommerce.

We explore allowing values to drive the decision making process, solving needs and taking responsibility as businesses, the current linear model and moving towards a circular one, doing the right thing, realizing that the sustainable way is not always more expensive, the rise on e-commerce and packaging and why businesses are still using single-used plastic.

Kate talks about becoming aware of the amount of rubbish created whilst traveling, creating a magazine that is done with the lowest footprint possible applying circular economy even though it was more expensive, making sustainable options affordable and accesible, and composting as a solution.

For more about Kate and The Better Packaging Co. follow them on Facebook and Instagram and https://www.betterpackaging.com/.

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On this episode we talk with Dave Rouse, CEO of Carbon Click, entrepreneur and philanthropist.

We explore what carbon offsetting is, its place in the current system, education and greenwashing, the footprint on the modern way of consumerism, being smarter on how we consume, voting with our dollars, climate change and the impact of Covid.

Dave talks about growing up connected with nature, deciding to start a charity called Sea Cleaners to bring awareness about single use plastics and to waste less, investing with a focus on sustainable, and the restoration of the planet.

For more about Dave and Carbon Click follow them on Facebook and Instagram and https://www.carbonclick.com/.

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On this episode we talk with Dr. Rebecca Huntley, one of Australia's foremost researchers on social trends, and author of "How to Talk About Climate Change in a Way That Makes a Difference".

We explore privilege, climate change and social justice, listening, beliefs, different viewpoints and actions, the School strikes as catalyst for change,  enabling conversations and how to communicate around these topics.

Rebecca talks about how people and politics interested her to have as a focus on her work, being a researcher, leaning into the topic of climate change, focusing on how individuals feel about it and not judging.

For more about Rebecca follow her on Twitter and check out her book.

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On this episode we talk with Damon Birchfield, CEO of EcoMatters Environment Trust and someone who is curious about the world around.

We explore the degradation of the natural spaces and waterways, the impact of farming and animal agriculture, the changes in the climate, taking responsibility as individuals and collective, slowing down and listening, restoration and regeneration.

Damon talks about growing up in a natural environment, being interested in creating ways to changing our ways to have a viable future, being an example to others, how to live a lighter existence, going beyond sustaining, stepping into nature and paying attention.

For more about Damon and EcoMatters follow them on Facebook and Instagram and https://www.ecomatters.org.nz/.

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On this episode we talk with Melissa Vranjes, a Feminine Wellbeing Educator and sexuality coach that has dedicated the last 4 years traveling the world learning about feminine empowerment.

We explore the lack of knowledge about our bodies and feelings, how there’s no education around women’s cycles, taboo topics and openness, being curious, menstrual cycles and feminine wellbeing, communication and understanding from men’s perspective, expectations, rituals and practices.

Melissa talks about how a Yoga teacher training changed her life and brought more awareness into her body, understanding sensuality and sexuality, reclaiming herself as a woman, being shy and stepping into it regardless, traveling around the world to learn, having fun and playing, cycle’s seasons, bleeding, rest as ritual, asking for support.

For more about Melissa follow her on Facebook and Instagram and https://melissavranjes.com/.

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On this episode we talk with Laura Ellen, a holistic sex, love and life coach, keynote speaker, host of The Sexual Wellness Podcast and a passionate advocate for pleasure-based living.

We explore mental wellbeing, healthy sexuality and pleasure, healing and growing, the impact of busyness in our lives, disconnection from our bodies and feelings, taboo topics, the charge and triggering of certain words, porn as education, validation, presence, feelings and stories we create, boundaries and communication.

Laura talks about growing up with conditionings on self worth, experiencing depression and mental health issues, sexual experiences, having a moment of deciding to change her life starting with changing her diet, creating the foundation to create healthy relationships, being rooted in pleasure, coming back to our bodies.

For more about Laura follow her on Facebook and Instagram and https://laura-ellen.com/.

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On this episode we talk with Laura Cope, a mother, advocate and founder of UYO (Use Your Own), a not-for-profit, responsible-cafe finder, and Takeaway Throwaways, a campaign calling on the Government to ban single-use disposable food and drink serviceware containing plastic (including degradable, biodegradable or compostable plastic), and mandate co-designed, accessible, reusable alternatives instead.

We explore personal stewardship and responsibility, choosing coffee cups as the symbol for change, how everyone matters, different approaches to actions, win-win situations, how Mother Earth is taking care of us all, daily choices and accountability, the immediacy of what is happening and fighting the marketing messages to consume, dealing with climate anxiety and negativity and social justice.

Laura talks about always being full on, putting her hand up and giving 100%, her journey and travels, the different kinds of people that she’s connected with, the people in the background doing the work, how her daughter is her motivation as well as other’s future, finding friends and collaboration to have an exponential impact.

For more about UYO follow them on Instagram and https://www.uyo.co.nz/.
For more about Takeaways Throwaways follow them on Instagram and https://takeawaythrowaways.nz/.

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On this episode we talk with Matai'a Sarah Richards and Dr. Susan Maiava, co-founders of fair&good, an online hub where you can easily find brands offering a wide range of quality, ethically made products; from home goods and clothing to skincare and food. 

Sarah’s work as a Pacific storyteller introduced her into the lives of workers struggling to get by, and Susan who’s expansive career fighting for social justice included visiting underpaid factory workers in the developing world and hosting two Fairfield ethical trade conferences.

We explore consumer power and responsibility, the reality of what many around the world are going through struggling on a daily basis, thinking locally and globally, the difference between equality and equity, our values and making conscious choices.

They talk about their journeys, what does ethical mean, traveling and seeing first hand how less privilege people live, being moved to act, setting up fair&good and showcasing those that are doing good.

For more about fair&good follow them on Facebook and Instagram and https://fairandgood.co.nz/.

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On this episode we talk with Karen Swainson, a mother concerned about her children’s future who uses her corporate and NGO experience to work with organisations who can lead us into an environmentally sustainable and socially just future.

We explore climate change, the Drawdown project, taking action, understanding that the solutions that we need already exist, the crazy amount of food waste, volunteering for what ones believes in, focusing on social justice as climate action, making money a force for good and impact investment.

Karen talks about her upbringing in the UK, traveling around the world, doing a Pachamama Alliance workshop that was the catalyst for her to change her perspective, the financial benefits of changing direction with climate solutions, raising her children as eco-warriors, doing volunteering work for 350 Aotearoa, being a pro-activist, building a movement to switch where money is being invested in through Mindful Money, and giving people hope and optimism.

For more about Karen's work follow Mindful Money on Facebook, Instagram and https://mindfulmoney.nz/, The Pachamama Alliance Aotearoa on Facebook and https://www.pachamama-nz.org/.

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On this episode we talk with Renee Williams, Clothing Repair Advocate & Mending Enthusiast, founder of That Perfect Hour.

We explore learning skills from those that might not be here much longer, how even just two generations ago people had access to less convenient products so had to know how to repair things, having a beginners mindset, not seeking for perfection yet actioning, the footprint that clothing has, sharing and community.

Renee talks about her upbringing in which her grandmother was a seamstress, how it is a superpower to know how to ‘bring back to life’ a piece of clothing one loves, volunteering for Koha apparel mending clothes for those in need, deepening your relationship with your clothes, working with ones hands, visible mending as a way of showing personality.

For more about Renee follow her on Facebook and Instagram and https://thatperfecthour.com/.

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On this episode we talk with Solveig Barrios, founder of 'The Mayan Wisdom Project' and daughter of Carlos Barrios, one of the most renowned spiritual leaders of the Mayan communities.

We explore Mayan Geo-Cosmovision, the importance of ancient teachings for these modern times, the four bodies, having a strong foundation of understanding who we are as human beings, the oral transmission for sharing wisdom, understanding energies, the famous 2012 ‘end of the world’, how we are all interconnected, ‘The big illusion’ of space and time, the different layers of reality, and knowing that everyone has the power to take control of their lives.

Solveig talks about her upbringing with these teachings, traveling all around Guatemala with her father and having access to many spiritual leaders, looking for answers elsewhere and coming back to what was there for her all along, all the Mayan calendars, the ‘advanced’ science and connection to Earth, the awakening and shift of consciousness, and different meditation practices.

For more about Solveig follow her on Facebook and Instagram and https://www.mayanwisdomproject.com.

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On this episode we talk with Brianne West, founder of Ethique, the world's first zero-waste beauty & lifestyle brand, an environmentalist & social entrepreneur.

We explore the importance of being supported to follow what we want to do, the experience of starting different businesses, putting values first, understanding financial management, the place of business to solve the worlds problems, the importance of mentors, how big the single use plastic problem is, having a purpose and a strong story to share, giving back and having an impact.

Brianne talks about being obsessed with animals and environmentally minded since childhood, setting up a pet detective agency as an 8 year old, her love of science, starting her business in her kitchen at university to rid the world of plastic bottles, creating a product business that is ethical in every possible way, the qualities of leadership and equal representation.

For more about Brianne and Ethique follow her on Facebook, Instagram, her personal Instagram and https://ethiqueworld.com/.

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On this episode we talk with Christine Langdon, a social entrepreneur and communicator, co-founder and Chief of Good at The Good Registry.

We explore our relationship with giving and gifts, validation and comparison, receiving things we don’t want and need, asking for what we want, creating space to allow the new, the amount of work it takes to run a business and the breath of knowledge it requires, and the impact we can have. 

Christine talks about running a social enterprise, taking the waste from gift giving and replacing it with kindness, the feeling kids get when doing something good as giving to those in need, doing work that she enjoys, leaving her corporate job and figuring what was important for her, choosing the charities to support.

For more about Christine follow her on Facebook and Instagram and https://thegoodregistry.com/.

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On this episode we talk with Bandana Tewari, sustainable activist, fashion journalist, lifestyle editor, and formerly the editor-at-large of Vogue India.

We explore her love for writing, how she got interested in the world of fashion, her change of perspective about what she was promoting, finding inspiration from Mahatma Gandhi’s principles, consciousness, change, personal responsibilities and leading by example, the home worker economy and modern slavery, the use of social media to hold companies accountable, Fast fashion, Ahimsa (non-violence) and Buddhist economy.

Bandana talks about being exposed to different cultures, what clothes say about people, her experience working for 13 years at Vogue India and living in that 'fantasy world', mindful luxury and becoming a sustainability activist, being 'stuffocated’, what it takes to make a t-shirt and it’s footprint, inequality, use of natural resources and the unfair system we have for people and the environment.

For more about Bandana follow her on Instagram.

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On this episode we talk with Casey Grey, the founder of the award-winning sustainable building company, The Conscious Builder, the host of The Conscious Builder Podcast and The Conscious Builder Show on YouTube, and is on a mission to help people build homes, businesses and lives in a more conscious manner.

We explore his journey on the construction industry and how after an “awakening” he shifted the way of working and the approach to ‘conscious building’, educating customers about the possibilities of products that are out there, the importance of energy efficiency, and comfortable homes.

Casey talks about attending a Tony Robbins event and change the way he was living, asking himself the question ‘why?’ on many aspects of his life, voting with our dollars, the slow speed of changes to the building codes and the future of materials, innovation and resources.

For more about Casey follow him on Facebook and Instagram and https://www.theconsciousbuilder.com/.

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On this episode we talk with Latesha Randall, aka Mrs Coconut, founder of Raglan Food Co. (Raglan Coconut Yoghurt), entrepreneur, Published writer & Connector who makes things happen!

We explore her upbringing in a farm, being homeschooled, self publishing a book and working with a publishing company, how making some coconut yoghurt at home turned into a business without planning it, the importance of aligning ones values to the business and doing good with work, caring about the environment, organics and where their coconuts come from, and the plant-based and vegan movement.

Latesha talks about moving to Raglan to be a hippie, and even though making yoghurt wasn’t in the cards, how it became a central part of what she does, her love for writing and reading, learning from experience when making values compromised decisions, creating a sustainable and ethical business and making sacrifices.

For more about Latesha follow her on Facebook and Instagram and https://raglanfoodco.com/.

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On this episode we talk with Buffy Ellen, founder of Be Good Organics sharing Plant-Based Naturopathy & Nutrition helping individuals to be good to their health, animals and our planet.

We explore how our food choices affect us, others, animals and the planet, how some of us prefer to ‘not know’ rather than having to question things and change, the importance of organics, natural supplements and getting more plants into ones meals.

Buffy talks about having a health crisis whilst working a corporate job and making the necessary changes to heal herself, finding natural health, using plants as medicine, starting her blog sharing her journey and then turning it into her business.

For more about Buffy follow her on Facebook and Instagram and http://begoodorganics.com/.
Get one month free at her online school using the code ’plant love’.

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On this episode Brian explores mental wellbeing, how we talk about it, how we experience and what we can do.

Understanding the way we experience our lives, mentally, physically and spiritually, looking closer to our relationship with the voice in our heads and the world of our feelings.

Share your experience and journey with mental wellbeing and inspire others!

We are here to change the world!

Follow us @consciousactionnz on Facebook and Instagram and on https://www.consciousaction.co.nz/

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On this episode we talk with Donna Kerridge, a traditionally trained Rongoā Māori practitioner, Medical Herbalist, a passionate advocate for traditional healing practices and about sharing traditional wisdoms to help others grow, being part of an environmental restoration movement called Tiwaiwaka and an advocate to help put some wrongs of the past that still impact her people today, right.

We explore Māori perspectives, Rongoā Māori, natural healing and its relevance in the modern world, connection with the Earth, focusing on wellbeing instead of cure, restoring the maori (life-force) of ourselves and the Earth, connecting with our ancestors and respect.

Donna talks about her upbringing with these principles, moving away from her tradition as a teenager, Western and ancient medicine, being in nature and seeing how she heals herself to heal ourselves, the notion of belonging, purpose and your unique gifts.

For more about Donna go to https://oranewzealand.com/ and https://www.tiwaiwaka.nz/

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On this episode we talk with Yoson An, a Chinese-born New Zealander actor and film-maker most recently known for his role as the romantic lead in Disney's Live-Action Mulan.

We explore his experience working on ‘Mulan’, the importance of representation of Asian characters in a mainstream movie, mental health and wellbeing, and how to find inspiration and creativity.

Yoson talks about finding his passion, the role of having a practice for being present has on his life and career, choosing acting as a path, his method of becoming the movie characters and how he spends his time in between projects.

For more about Yoson follow him on Facebook, Instagram and watch him on Mulan.

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On this episode we talk with Michal Garvey founder of Foodprint, the app where you can rescue surplus and imperfect food to prevent it from being wasted.

We explore the lack of awareness of the impact of food waste, the power of technology for creating change, being an entrepreneur and following your purpose, purchasing ‘ugly’ veggies and fruits, and saving money by doing the right thing.

Michal talks about working at a hotel buffet in the US where she saw a great amount of uneaten food, the stats of wasted food and use of resources, introducing a BYO container feature to reduce packaging, the role of this space in the climate change conversation and seeing food as a precious resource.

For more about Michal follow her on Facebook, Instagram and https://foodprint.app/.

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On this episode we talk with Derek Handley, a futurist, entrepreneur and the founder of Wiser, a platform helping people ask better questions to develop self-knowledge and purpose in their lives, and Aera, a charitable foundation to breathe life into social innovations primed to reframe the status quo for a sustainable and happy future.

We explore his entrepreneurial journey, using investing to help solving some of the big issues in the world, the importance of how master something and being the best you can, the importance of perspective, the superpower of being a founder and the new wave of businesses, the possibility of a system change, and the role of education.

Derek talks about his curiosity of how to live the life one wants to live, being drawn to carving his own path and not go with the ’normal’, having self-belief, from which place to make decisions from, how to have a foundation to design your life, having a structured time to reflect on his life.

For more about Derek follow him on Facebook, Instagram and  https://www.wiserconversations.org/ and http://www.derekhandley.org/.

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On this episode we talk with Nick Morrison founder of Go Well Consulting, a sustainability consultancy that helps business understand and implement sustainability while guiding them through the transition to a circular, zero-carbon economy, as well as a co-founder of the single-use plastics behaviour change campaign, Bags Not NZ.

We explore what does sustainability mean, how do business approach these times, seeing solutions and opportunities to create change, greenwashing, understanding the systems we are currently living in and shifting to a model that is circular, regenerative and inclusive.

Nick talks about his journey from being a personal trainer to becoming a sustainability consultant, how traveling and experiencing first-hand inequalities and plastic pollution in Latin America led him to change his path, carbon offsetting, looking to natural systems and the urgency to take action.

For more about Nick follow him on Facebook, Instagram and  https://gowellconsulting.co.nz/.

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On this episode we talk with Waveney Warth, co-host of the How to Save the World podcast show, consultant and pioneer of the zero waste movement living rubbish free for one year without creating any waste.

We explore her journey into living rubbish free and becoming zero-waste before it became more widespread, some of the challenges, especially when there weren’t that many resources, accountability to create new habits, the three legged parts - government, businesses and individuals - to create change, and being compassionate beings.

Waveney talks about her starting podcasting and the importance of this medium, about sustainability, permaculture and connection to the land, understanding the difference between power and responsibility, starting with easy and powerful actions.

For more about Waveney follow her on Facebook, https://rubbishfree.co.nz/ and https://www.littleempirepodcasts.com/how-to-save-the-world.html.

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On this episode we talk with Cameron Tukapua, a passionate explorer of 'life as energy' with a lifetime experience of how to live a grounded, spiritual life. A Chinese Medicine Practitioner and co-founder of 'You Being You', offering practical lifelong, wellbeing pathways for Heart connected conscious living.

We explore her upbringing in a farm in the South Island of New Zealand within a family with mental illness, her connection to nature, awakening to wholeness, discovering naturopathy, Chinese Medicine and Mind power practices.

Cameron talks about her shift in perspective, taking control of her life, focusing on what is right instead of what is wrong within her acupuncture practice, running a college, and creating a platform to share simple teachings for wellbeing and a spiritual path.

She leads a short heart connection practice that can be done at any moment.

For more about Cameron follow her on Facebook, Instagram, https://camerontukapua.com/ and https://youbeingyou.org/.

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On this episode we talk with Leo Murray, founder of socio-ecological enterprise Why Waste, a changemaker and thought leader, designer, performer, teacher, activist and visionary.

We explore his upbringing, sailing across the south pacific with his family, exposure to risks, his passion for the environment and permaculture, how to see oneself and others, the role music plays in his life as a DJ, touring around the world and exploring intentional communities, anxiety, depression and the role of technology in society.

Leo talks about what success means, exploring different cultures, happiness, responsibility and taking action, how he started his composting enterprise, how to have a positive impact, the polarization crisis, the importance of Te ao Maori and how do we go beyond sustainability.

For more about Leo follow him on Facebook and Instagram and https://www.whywaste.co.nz/.

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On this episode we talk with Travis O'Keefe an entrepreneur, social entrepreneur and business coach, particularly in startup enterprises, business leadership and strategy with more than 30 years’ experience. Co-founder of Te Whare Hukahuka, and in this capacity has worked with more than 750 Māori business leaders to advance their commercial and social development objectives. 

We explore his upbringing within the Maori community, his understanding of values and concepts from a Maori perspective, his entrepreneurial journey with lots of ups and downs, his learnings and wisdom.

Travis talks about his current work with the vision of improving the lives of 10 million indigenous people, how they are making that happen and its importance.

For more about Travis follow him on Facebook and Instagram and https://www.twh.co.nz/ & https://www.nuku.biz/.

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On this episode we talk with Yana Kirakovskaya, a Russian Kiwi who isn't a stranger to various themes such as escapism as the way to find your self-identity, the battle between fear and love, interconnection between mental and spiritual health. She brings joy, inspiration, meaning and fulfilment into people’s lives. She works on building strong relationships within communities and helps individuals to unlock their potential to bring more happiness into their lives.

We explore her entrepreneurial spirit, even from an early age, following ones path, different cultures and ways of beings, the importance of being oneself and not please others to fit in, mental and general wellbeing.

Yana talks about her mission of bringing joy and fun into everyday life, rediscovering spaces in the city and bringing people together, her work with Papaya Stories and co-creations like the Silent disco city walks.

For more about Yana follow her on Facebook and Instagram and http://www.papayastories.com/, https://www.silentdisco-citywalk.com/ and http://www.yana.nz/.

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On this episode Brian explores how we can re-image our future, privilege and responsibility, bringing creativity, creating space for the new, and how do we want to show up in the world. 

How to change the way we work and why we work, from the means of survival to the way we express our uniqueness and how we show up in the world. More flexible and remote work, more collaboration. 

How to change the communication of products and produce at the supermarket. Educating and at the same time making it easier for individuals to make good choices. 

Can we imagine a society where no more landfills exist? No more rubbish collection every week enabling the linear economy. Changing the way we consume and the way businesses design and create products. 

Going back to the way aboriginal people lived in communion with the earth. 

Planting seeds for the future we want to see!

Share your big and bold ideas of the future, and inspire others!

We are here to change the world!

Follow us @consciousactionnz on Facebook and Instagram and on https://www.consciousaction.co.nz/

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On this episode Brian and guest Chris Morrison explore the importance of doing business differently, looking into organics, ethical and regenerative practices, how to have values driven businesses and show others that it is possible to do good and be financially sustainable.

How can we use this time, especially in New Zealand, with the world looking to us and be a leader in the climate change, clean food and clean water actions, coming together to create change?

What is the true cost of growing food, looking into the future generations, how can the government discourage certain practices and encourage regenerative practices, how to grow healthy food for health people and not take shortcuts.

How Karma Drinks trades goods, the fair trade and organics philosophy, including the growers, the consumers and the environment in the plan. Creating systems that works for everyone.

For more about Chris' work follow
@KarmaDrinksNZ on Facebook and Instagram and https://karmadrinks.co/nz/,
@AllGoodOrganics on Facebook, Instagram and https://allgoodorganics.co.nz/,
and the Karma Cola Foundation at https://karmadrinks.co/nz/our-story

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On this episode Brian explores how to reintegrate back into work and life post lockdown.

How to use these times for creating a different way of being that is beyond the normal and stressed and to make changes based on our learnings both for ourselves and for the systems in place.

Share your reintegration process, your learnings and practices that help you, and inspire others!

We are here to change the world!

Follow us @consciousactionnz on Facebook and Instagram and on https://www.consciousaction.co.nz/

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On this episode we talk with Philip Shepherd from The Embodied Present Process, author of Radical Wholeness and New Self, New World, is an international teacher whose original exercises enable people to escape the chatter of the head, and ground their thinking in the calm, deep-dwelling intelligence of the body.

We explore the idea of success, how these times might help adjust the values that drive us, how to change our relationship with our bodies to change our relationship to the earth, embodiment and breath.

Philip talks about eleutheromania, seeking freedom, the concept of wholeness, shares a practice called the trickle down effect to allow us to change our energy and much more.

For more about Philip Shepherd follow him on Facebook and Instagram and https://philipshepherd.com/ and https://www.tepp.life/.

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On this episode we talk with Maya Nova from Mindbalance, an executive coach and speaker with over a decade of experience working with leaders and organisations to help them improve their mental and emotional agility, resilience and wellbeing.

We explore mindfulness, the integration of modern science and ancient wisdom teaching, and tools to practice in our everyday lives, such as S.T.O.P.

We talk about these times during lockdown, living as a monk, growing up in a traumatic setting, how to live more mindfully, parenting and our roles in kids potentials, and the bigger picture of how to take #consciousaction.

For more about Maya Nova follow her @mayanova_mindfulness on Facebook and Instagram and https://www.mindbalance.co.nz/.

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On this episode Brian explores how to bring and cultivate balance and relaxation into our lives.

How to use these times for creating a different way of being that is beyond the normal and stressed.

Share how you stay balanced and relaxed, your #consciousaction and inspire others!

We are here to change the world!

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On this episode we talk with Hannah Blumhardt and Liam Prince from The Rubbish Trip, a roaming zero waste roadshow offering FREE presentations and workshops to community groups, schools, and households across New Zealand about how and why individuals can reduce their waste footprint.

We explore their individual and joint journeys, how they got interested in this lifestyle, travelling across the country connecting with the locals and sharing their knowledge.

We talk about these times during lockdown, living as nomads, sharing economy, reducing footprint, and the bigger picture of how to take #consciousaction.

For more about The Rubbish Trip follow them @TheRubbishTrip on Facebook and Instagram and http://therubbishtrip.co.nz/.

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On this episode Kayla and Brian talk about how to make conscious choices, connecting to your why and exploring your values.

Exercises for looking into your conditioning and your values and how to take action that is aligned with what you stand for.

Share your values, your #consciousaction and inspire others!

We are here to change the world!

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On this episode we talk with Shay Lawrence, founder of CaliWoods, a social enterprise that exists to get people excited about a more sustainable life sharing awesome eco information and products including reusable Stainless Steel Straws.

We explore Shay's upbringing, connection to nature and the ocean and her purpose on sharing her love of nature and how to take #consciousaction.

We share our views of these times during lockdown, how to use it and what world we wish to see on the other side.

For more about Shay follow her @caliwoods_eco on Facebook and Instagram and https://caliwoods.co.nz/.

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On this episode Kayla and Brian share from their homes in isolation their experiences thus far and how to navigate the unknown.

For many these unprecedented times brings up a sense of uncertainty - how do we explore and go through it?

Let us know how you are going through these times and navigating through the unknown!

Share your conscious action and inspire others!

We are here to change the world!

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On this episode we talk with Kate Hall (Ethically Kate) brand ambassador for Conscious Action and all around great being!

We explore Kate's upbringing, her journey, the impact of watching the documentary 'True cost', why she does what she does and more.

Kate opens up to all our questions and shares some important insights on taking #consciousaction.

For more about Kate follow her @ethicallykate on Facebook and Instagram and https://www.ethicallykate.com/.

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On this episode Kayla and Brian share how they met, how Conscious Action got started and a little bit about them and their journeys.

After working together on a wellness start up, Kayla from New Zealand and Brian, originally from Argentina sat with a piece of paper with the word WHY written in the center and in a few hours Conscious Action and the first few events were born.

After two and a half years of in-person events and gatherings now we are connecting online.

Share your conscious action and inspire others!

We are here to change the world!

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The Conscious Action Podcast will be exploring topics that range from sustainability to wellbeing and everything related to conscious living and they’re looking forward to bringing you these conversations during these challenging times.

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