Reclamation Radio with Kelly Brogan MD

Join Kelly's sovereignty-minded community, Vital Life Project, here.What if everything you were taught about living on Earth is wrong? In this episode I sit down with Austin Witsit, a researcher and debater who has built an extensive library of evidence on why we’re not spinning on a ball in space. He’s known for bringing rigor to a subject that’s often dismissed and for holding his own in countless debates.We get into his path from hearing a rapper mention flat earth to becoming one of the most outspoken voices in the field, why cosmology feels like the “glitch in the matrix” that changes everything, and how he handles conversations at a party without pulling out the sword. We also talk about the unseen realm, the idea of ether, and why the way we transmit this information, especially to the next generation, matters just as much as the facts themselves.You’ll Learn:The moment that sparked Austin into questioning the shape of the earthWhy cosmology acts as a “glitch in the matrix” that reshapes an entire worldviewThe surprising link between flat earth debates and discovering the unseen realmWhat it feels like to realize we can see much farther than the globe model allowsHow debates with PhDs often reveal more about academic bias than science itselfThe role of the ether and why it was removed from mainstream cosmologyWhat ancient civilizations knew about vibration, frequency, and the nature of realityTimestamps:[00:00] Introduction[07:44] Austin’s path into flat earth and why he kept going[10:58] Why cosmology shifts an entire worldview unlike other truths[16:27] How Austin handles conversations about flat earth at parties[24:12] The tropes and challenges he faces in debates with academics[29:43] Understanding the ether and its implications for reality[35:49] Ancient civilizations, hidden history, and sacred geometry[38:21] The role of health, history, and cosmology in seeing clearly[44:18] The patterns of belief fields and victim consciousness[50:32] Why vibe and relatability matter more than fear when sharing truth👉🏻 Want to start a podcast like this one? Book your free podcast planning call here.Resources Mentioned:Flat Earth Song by B.O.B | YouTubeMichelson–Morley Experiment | WikipediaDayton Miller Aether Drift Experiments | WikipediaLindsay Ridgeway Art | WebsiteHow to connect with Austin:YouTube: @WitsitTelegram: witsitgetsit X (formerly Twitter): @WitsitGetsItFind more from Kelly:Instagram: @kellybroganmdWebsite: kellybroganmd.comJoin Kelly's monthly membership, Vital Life Project here.Get Kelly’s new book The Reclaimed Woman here.This episode is sponsored by Samadhi Moss. Use code KELLY10 for 10% off your sea moss!Go to the Juvent Store and use code KELLY300 at checkout to get $300 off your purchase.

Register here for Kelly's free live masterclass, Exhale, on September 24th at 12PM ET.What if shame wasn’t the enemy but the doorway?In this episode I sit down with my dear friend, pole dance teacher, and new author Wendy Diaz, who writes under the pen name Selene Ashé. She’s just released her first book Diary of a Bad Bitch, a work that blends memoir and erotic nonfiction.We get into her journey with pole dance as a path of self-expression, the permission it creates for women to explore their sensuality, and the way her writing opens space for honest, vulnerable conversations about sexuality and creativity.You’ll Learn:Why pole dance can feel like an initiation for womenWhat it feels like to face waves of shame and discover safety in sensual expressionThe link between childhood innocence and adult erotic energyWhy female versus male gaze changes everything in dance and performanceThe quiet damage of women judging each other’s expression, and what happens when that shiftsWhy creativity should be treated as a daily priority rather than a side projectThe raw process of writing erotic nonfiction and why using a pen name mattered to herWhat it takes to set the stage for authentic movement and see where the body leadsThe enduring truth that sexuality and pleasure are always available, even after disconnectionTimestamps:[00:00] Introduction[07:14] The permission field of pole dance and moving through shame[13:27] Creativity expanding into tattooing, drawing, and blood painting[19:04] Female versus male gaze in performance and dance videos[25:11] Navigating invisibility, fame, and the desire for attention[31:45] Erotic reclamation, archetypes, and sexual exploration through pole[37:42] Writing her book and choosing a pen name[42:51] Building conscious cabaret as a safe performance space[45:58] Sensuality, sexuality, and the role of slowing down[54:12] Why pleasure and sexuality are always available👉🏻 Want to start a podcast like this one? Book your free podcast planning call here.Resources Mentioned:Diary of a Bad Bitch by Selene Ashé | BookFifty Shades of Grey by E. L. James | Book or AudiobookConscious Cabaret | Website and InstagramGet Selene’s new book out now: The Diary of a Bad Bitch. True stories of sensuality, self discovery and spiritual alchemy. Available online and at www.seleneashe.comYou can connect with Selene and her work on Instagram here.Find more from Kelly:Instagram: @kellybroganmdWebsite: kellybroganmd.comJoin Kelly's monthly membership, Vital Life Project here.Get Kelly’s new book The Reclaimed Woman hereGo to the Juvent Store and use code KELLY300 at checkout to get $300 off your purchase.Try out the cleanest grass-fed beef protein on the market here and get 15% off your order, or 30% off your first subscription!

Register here for Kelly's free live masterclass, Exhale, on September 24th at 12PM ET.What happens when your biggest fear comes true and you’re branded a monster by your own community? In this episode I sit down with Katherine Finley, a former psychotherapist who lost her license after stepping outside the bounds of her board. She spent ten years in the field, specializing in trauma, before her career was abruptly cut short.We talk about the patterns that led her into the rescuer role, what it was like to have her license revoked, and how she faced public shaming from her professional community. Katherine takes me into the raw moments of shame, the gut punch of being called dangerous, and the process of wearing what she calls the “villain crown.” This is a story about turning persecution into initiation and finding freedom on the other side of judgment.You’ll Learn:The reason Katherine’s psychotherapy license was revoked in 2020What it feels like to be publicly labeled “dangerous” by colleaguesThe quiet damage of overgiving and the rescuer role in clinical workWhy shame can become a gold mine for transformationThe surprising link between wearing the “villain crown” and reclaiming personal powerWhat happens inside the licensing system when a practitioner is accused of misconductHow childhood patterns of being “good” and “liked” shaped Katherine’s professional choicesThe turning point that shifted her view of villains, victims, and darkness in the worldWhat changes when you stop defending yourself and hold your own sovereigntyHow a certain animal became an unexpected teacher in her healing and coaching workTimestamps:[00:00] Introduction[08:12] Losing her license and the rescuer role[13:46] The limits of defending yourself against the board[17:42] Facing victimhood inside the licensing system[20:37] The rupture of empathy and seeing villains for the first time[24:15] Public shaming in her local community[28:48] Choosing not to defend and sitting with shame[34:21] Breaking the punishment cycle and reclaiming energy[38:06] Finding freedom through desire and horses[43:18] Advice for practitioners on holding space without disempowering clients👉🏻 Want to start a podcast like this one? Book your free podcast planning call here.How to connect with Katherine:Website: sovereignheartcoaching.comYouTube: @katherinefinley444Find more from Kelly:Instagram: @kellybroganmdWebsite: kellybroganmd.comJoin Kelly's monthly membership, Vital Life Project here.Get Kelly’s new book The Reclaimed Woman here and join the companion program, Reclaimed, here.Go to the Juvent Store and use code KELLY300 at checkout to get $300 off your purchase.Try out the cleanest grass-fed beef protein on the market here and get 15% off your order, or 30% off your first subscription!

Ask Kelly your burning questions in our monthly Vital Life Project membership here.In this episode, I talk about why desire will never stop, and why that’s actually a good thing. I share my response to a listener struggling with perfectionism and the fear of passing it on to her daughter. I talk about the insatiable nature of feminine desire, how entitlement creeps in when we lose awareness, and why learning to appreciate even the smallest moments can change everything. I share how I practice this in my own life, from focusing on the comfort of a blanket during a water fast to letting my kids make their own choices, even when it’s inconvenient for me. And I break down how desire, when it’s met with consciousness, can become a powerful force for creation instead of a source of suffering.You’ll Learn:The real reason feminine desire never feels satisfiedWhat happens when entitlement sneaks into your relationship with desireThe surprising link between gratitude and breaking free from the addiction to “more”How noticing tiny comforts can shift you out of overwhelmWhy teaching your kids to honor their own wants can change how your family functionsThe quiet damage of living from “owe” and “deserve”How to recognize when your desire is healthy versus when it’s fueled by fearThe practice that can help you feel fullness even in uncomfortable momentsWhy coming into union with your desire is the most powerful work you can do as a womanTimestamps:[00:00] Introduction[01:02] Navigating perfectionism and fear of complacency in kids[02:00] Why feminine desire is naturally insatiable[03:15] Recognizing entitlement and victim patterns in desire[04:10] Using appreciation and the concept of “ha” to feel fullness[05:20] Finding comfort and gratitude in small moments during struggle[07:05] Transforming desire into life force energy and creative power[08:00] Teaching kids to honor their own wants and choices[09:15] Trusting desire and discerning it from entitlement and fear👉🏻 Want to start a podcast like this one? Book your free podcast planning call here.Resources Mentioned:David Deida | WebsiteMingtong Gu | WebsiteFind more from Kelly:Instagram: @kellybroganmdWebsite: kellybroganmd.comJoin Kelly's monthly membership, Vital Life Project here.Get Kelly’s new book The Reclaimed Woman here and join the companion program, Reclaimed, here.

In this episode, I talk about how what we call love can actually be an addiction.I share how I began questioning the way we label addiction as a disease and why abstinence models often keep people stuck. I look at how patterns of chaos, stimulation, and emotional highs and lows show up not just with substances but in love, work, and conflict. I talk about what the rat park studies and early attachment teach us about why we reach for these patterns, and why real intimacy can feel unbearable when our nervous system is wired for drama. I also share the four questions I use to examine any addictive habit so we can start finding what’s on the other side.You’ll Learn: The real reason intensity can feel safer than peaceWhat happens when your nervous system is addicted to chaosHow love addiction mimics substance abuse patternsWhy you might unconsciously choose partners who can’t meet your needsThe surprising link between childhood attachment wounds and romantic dramaWhat it feels like to reclaim your inner “little no” and trust your gutHow to identify the upside you’re secretly getting from addictive habitsThe quiet damage of ignoring subtle inner signalsWhy true sobriety goes far beyond quitting alcoholA 4-step framework to examine your relationship with any addictive patternTimestamps:[00:00] Introduction[05:02] How addiction patterns mirror emotional avoidance[07:12] The victim triangle and nervous system conditioning[09:18] Love addiction and the fear of true intimacy[11:58] Reclaiming neuroception and seeing reality clearly[14:42] Taking yourself off the market to break patterns[16:15] How drama and chaos feed the addiction cycle[18:02] Four questions to uncover the roots of addictive behavior[21:00] What quitting actually gives you beyond abstinence[23:12] Learning to embrace stability and the liminal space👉🏻 Want to start a podcast like this one? Book your free podcast planning call here.Resources Mentioned:Rat Park Studies by Bruce K. Alexander | ResearchThe Continuum Concept by Jean Liedloff | Book Find more from Kelly:Instagram: @kellybroganmdWebsite: kellybroganmd.comJoin Kelly's monthly membership, Vital Life Project here.Get Kelly’s new book The Reclaimed Woman here and join the companion program, Reclaimed, here.Go to the Juvent Store and use code KELLY300 at checkout to get $300 off your purchase.Try out the cleanest grass-fed beef protein on the market here and get 15% off your order, or 30% off your first subscription!

What if everything you believed about college was a lie?In this episode, I sit down with Hannah Maruyama of Degree Free, who, alongside her husband, has dedicated her life to helping young people reject the myth that college is the only path to success. She’s not just talking theories, she’s working directly with 16 to 20-year-olds, helping them carve out real, debt-free futures that actually align with their values. We get into why the college system is fundamentally broken, how it became a trillion-dollar trap, and what we can do instead. From calling out the emotional manipulation baked into college marketing to breaking down how Gen Z is waking up and opting out, this conversation is direct, eye-opening, and deeply personal.You’ll Learn:The real reason college became a trillion-dollar industry, and who profits mostWhat happens when you tell teens they need a degree to succeed The surprising link between college debt and delayed adulthoodWhy most college grads are underemployed and overpromisedHow Gen Z is flipping the script on traditional educationWhat it feels like to build a career without a degree, and winA practical framework to help teens uncover real interests and viable pathsThe social bait of college, and why it’s not what your kid actually needsTimestamps:[00:00] Introduction[05:26] The financial reality and predatory nature of student loans[12:50] How the Higher Education Act created the college debt crisis[18:05] The social myths used to sell college to parents and teens[25:22] The cultural programming behind college as an avoidance tactic[32:10] Why large peer groups in college create artificial community[36:34] The Value of Diverse Community for Growth[42:30] Passion vs interest and helping teens choose a career path[1:02:07] The million-dollar degree problem and smarter financial strategies👉🏻 Want to start a podcast like this one? Book your free podcast planning call hereHow to connect with Hannah:Website: degreefree.comInstagram: @degreefreeTikTok: @degreefreeFind more from Kelly:Instagram: @kellybroganmdWebsite: kellybroganmd.comJoin Kelly's monthly membership, Vital Life Project here.Get Kelly’s new book The Reclaimed Woman here and join the companion program, Reclaimed, here.Go to the Juvent Store and use code KELLY300 at checkout to get $300 off your purchase.Try out the cleanest grass-fed beef protein on the market here and get 15% off your order, or 30% off your first subscription!

Learn more about Dr. Kelly Brogan's signature health protocol, Vital Mind Reset here.Get Kelly's Victimless Mothering masterclass here.What if everything you think about parenting is backwards? In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Tom Cowan, physician, author, Waldorf school consultant, and someone I consider a true elder in the space of soul-deep wisdom. Tom has spent decades questioning dominant narratives in medicine, biology, and now parenting. His latest book, Commonsense Childrearing, brings a radically different lens to the way we raise our children, one that’s grounded in trust, presence, and actual lived experience.We talk about what it really means to get on your child’s team, how “bad” behavior is often a form of communication, and why the instinct to punish or correct usually backfires. Tom shares stories from his clinical practice and personal life that reframe everything from food fights to emotional outbursts, including why you probably shouldn’t play with your kids. This one cracked me open. I hope it does the same for you.You’ll Learn:What actually stops kids from drawing on the walls, and why punishment backfiresThe real reason food fights happen at the dinner tableWhy “tolerance” classes often teach the opposite of what they intendThe surprising link between parenting and government-style controlWhat it feels like to truly get on your child’s team, even when you disagreeHow emotional maturity in parents unlocks deeper connection with kidsWhy you probably shouldn’t play with your children, and what to do insteadThe quiet damage of coercive schooling and praise-based disciplineA radical reframe of “bad” behavior as a form of communicationWhat happens when you give your child full sovereignty over their choicesTimestamps:[00:00] Introduction[08:49] How “savage” behavior reveals deeper parental lessons[14:58] Parallels between parenting and government authority[23:31] Getting on your child’s team and staying there[24:52] The story of the student who wrote “tolerance is bullshit”[33:06] The vulnerability of letting go of control and embracing the child’s reality[42:17] How parents rob kids of perseverance by meddling[38:28] The crayon-on-the-wall story and staying on their side[48:27] Why you shouldn’t play with your kids and how to foster true play[53:10] Ending food fights by giving autonomy and restoring natural consequences👉🏻 Want to start a podcast like this one? Book your free podcast planning call here.Resources Mentioned:Commonsense Childrearing by Dr. Tom Cowan | Book How to connect with Dr. Tom:Website | drtomcowan.comInstagram | @talkingturkeywithtom_X | @drtomcowanGarden Products | drcowansgarden.comClinic | newbiologyclinic.comPodcast | Spotify or AppleFind more from Kelly:Instagram: @kellybroganmdWebsite: kellybroganmd.comJoin Kelly's monthly membership, Vital Life Project here.Get Kelly’s new book The Reclaimed Woman here and join the companion program, Reclaimed, here.Go to the Juvent Store and use code KELLY300 at checkout to get $300 off your purchase.Use code KELLYBROGAN for 15% off your first purchase at the Biofield Tuning Store. Not valid during sales. Exclusions apply.

Ask Kelly your burning questions in her monthly Vital Life Project membership.You’ve been gaslit into distrusting your own impulses—here’s how to take them back. In this episode, Kelly dives deep into one of the most powerful yet overlooked skills in personal growth: reclaiming your native desires. She unpacks a brilliant question from her Vital Life Project community—what’s the difference between discernment and judgment?—and uses it to expose the subtle ways we self-domesticate, override our needs, and live out of “shoulds” instead of self-trust.Through intimate personal stories (yes, including peeing mid-interview and belting into the void with a vocal coach), Kelly reveals how she’s rebuilt a relationship with her own body, voice, and creative fire—not by changing who she is, but by expanding her awareness and nervous system capacity to hold discomfort. If you’ve ever felt caught between the urge to grow and the desire to be accepted as you are, this episode is your permission slip to do both. Expect provocative insights, radical reframes, and one audacious answer you won’t forget.You’ll Learn:How honoring small body signals rebuilds self-trust and nervous system regulationWhy the impulse to “pee immediately” can become a radical self-reclamation practiceHow to distinguish true discernment from fear-based judgment in relationshipsWhat the transition from “I should” to “I want” reveals about intrinsic motivationWhy indulging so-called “bad” impulses can heal childhood conditioningHow nervous system capacity—not mindset—determines your ability to changeWhat vocal expression teaches about stored shame and creative liberationWhy seeking support isn’t about answers but about safe containers for expansionHow the desire to self-improve can mask deeper self-rejectionWhy awareness—not transformation—is the real metric of personal evolutionTimestamps:[00:00] Introduction[00:38] The difference between discernment and judgment[01:22] When it might be time to pause with a coach[02:00] How structure and discipline build capacity[02:45] Why rituals help reclaim personal choice[03:30] Transitioning from “I should” to “I want”[04:10] Honoring impulses as a path to healing[05:00] Restoring trust in cravings like dark chocolate[05:55] Biological impulses and meeting basic needs[06:50] Peeing as a practice of self-trust[07:30] The fear of creative self-expression[08:15] What awareness really means[09:05] Singing in front of a stranger despite fear[10:00] How awareness builds nervous system capacity[10:45] The trap of self-improvement driven by rejection[11:35] Reclaiming childhood desires as valid[12:10] Real growth comes from self-acceptance[12:55] Why change isn’t the real goal[13:30] Romantic relationships and the illusion of change👉🏻 Want to start a podcast like this one? Book your free podcast planning call hereFind more from Kelly:Instagram: @kellybroganmdWebsite: kellybroganmd.comJoin Kelly's monthly membership, Vital Life Project here.Get Kelly’s new book The Reclaimed Woman here and join the companion program, Reclaimed, here.Try out the cleanest grass-fed beef protein on the market - head to equipfoods.com/kellybrogan to get 15% off your order, or 30% off your first subscription!

Join Kelly's sovereignty-minded community, Vital Life Project, here.What if the most powerful act of rebellion... is telling the truth in real time? In this episode, Kelly cracks open the concept of “breaking the fourth wall” in real life—not on stage, but in your relationships, your identity, and your communication. She explores the subtle art of speaking the unspoken script, challenging the roles we play in family dynamics, breakups, power structures, and even content creation. From dismantling victim narratives to reclaiming autonomy through raw, unscripted truth-telling, this episode is a masterclass in emotional courage. You'll walk away with a deeper understanding of how to navigate uncomfortable conversations, own your experience without controlling the outcome, and use directness as a spiritual practice. If you're tired of performance and ready for realness, this one hits hard.You’ll Learn:How “breaking the fourth wall” in relationships activates deeper connection and self-awarenessWhy staying in character keeps us stuck in victim-villain dynamicsHow emotional courage rewires nervous system capacity for real conversationsWhat unspoken scripts reveal about hidden power struggles and unmet needsHow to use the “appreciation burrito” to deliver critical feedback without triggering defensivenessWhy direct communication dissolves resentment faster than years of surface-level nicetiesHow false professionalism can sabotage genuine healing and trustWhat the shadow side of activism reveals about unmet personal needsHow to sense when truth-telling is ripe—and when it’s a self-sabotage trapWhy liberating your “yes” and “no” reclaims energy lost to emotional performanceTimestamps:[00:00] Introduction[01:43] Authenticity vs performance in content and relationships[02:36] Power dynamics and emotional connection[04:18] Transparency in business and content creation[05:00] Why we avoid real conversations after breakups[06:26] How projecting onto others maintains victim roles[08:00] When emotional courage is actually required[09:16] Shifting from manipulation to honest communication[11:20] The discomfort of vulnerability in daily interactions[12:07] Awareness as the key to choice in hard conversations[12:45] How truth-telling links to thyroid imbalances[13:54] Energy lost in managing perception and avoiding conflict[14:55] Balancing autonomy with real connection[15:52] How to structure difficult conversations for impact[17:18] Using positive intent to disarm defensiveness[18:22] Breaking the victim-villain-savior dynamic through truth[19:28] Recognizing roles and reclaiming real interactionWant to start a podcast like this one? Book your free podcast planning call here.Find more from Kelly:Instagram: @kellybroganmdWebsite: kellybroganmd.comJoin Kelly's monthly membership, Vital Life Project here.Get Kelly’s new book The Reclaimed Woman here and join the companion program, Reclaimed, here.Try out the cleanest grass-fed beef protein on the market here and get 15% off your order, or 30% off your first subscription!Go to the Juvent Store and use code KELLY300 at checkout to get $300 off your purchase.

Check out the replay of my masterclass Reclaimed Relationship here.Listen to this related episode, Reclamation of Courtship here."If you're looking for love, don't get married."That’s just one of the many paradigm-shifting perspectives from today’s guest, Rabbi Manis Friedman—author, philosopher, and renowned lecturer on the spiritual and psychological architecture of relationships. Rabbi Friedman is one of the foremost voices challenging modern assumptions about love, marriage, intimacy, and gender roles—and his take is anything but conventional.In this provocative episode, Kelly and Rabbi Friedman deconstruct the myths of modern romance—from why marriage shouldn’t be “for love,” to how women can actually identify a husband, not just another man. They dive deep into the nature of intimacy, the lost art of commitment, why sex should happen with the lights off, and what it truly means to belong to someone. Whether you're in the dating pool, rethinking your current relationship, or seeking to reclaim reverence for the sacred masculine and feminine, this episode will challenge you, awaken you, and offer a radically honest roadmap to relational clarity.You’ll Learn:How “lights-off” intimacy activates deeper soul connectionWhy dating for love sabotages true compatibilityHow to recognize the man who makes you feel like a wifeWhat long-term marriages reveal about emotional belongingWhy conditional love weakens relational stabilityHow the matchmaker model protects your heart and accelerates clarityWhat sexual objectification obscures about authentic connectionHow to exit dating dynamics without emotional wreckageHow performance-focused sex disconnects you from real intimacyTimestamps:[00:00] Introduction[02:11] Why sexual intimacy should happen with the lights off[04:08] Why marriage is the highest form of imitating God[06:13] Why humans are not content just being human[07:38] Why marriage must be between a man and a woman[08:20] The danger of seeking love instead of a person[09:16] What long marriages reveal about true belonging[10:02] The Fiddler on the Roof test of love[11:17] Love as a byproduct, not the goal[13:05] How marriage eliminates aloneness[14:51] The difference between roommates and real intimacy[15:27] Why intimacy requires turning off the lights[16:33] How sensory stillness deepens connection[18:03] Why performance ruins intimacy[19:47] The myth of unconditional love[20:57] The danger of sexual liberation for women[22:06] How dating replaced commitment[23:44] Marriage as reunion, not just union[25:02] Why the best dates make the worst husbands[26:17] Why multi-year relationships are emotional torture[27:52] Why women often don’t truly choose their husbands[28:26] The role of chemistry in real compatibility[29:34] What it means to feel like a wife[30:06] Why dating should be selfish and strategic[31:57] Why giving a breakup reason is cruel[32:35] Why women should not initiate marriage[33:54] How men get emasculated before the wedding[35:09] Why women need men to lead[36:02] How matchmaking protects your heart[37:58] Why polite dating causes emotional confusion[39:54] Dating as emotionally safer than shopping[40:57] Why respect between spouses heals families[42:44] Why kids need clear parental structure[44:17] Why grandma’s way might’ve been wiser[45:29] What real intimacy looks like in the bedroomWant to start a podcast like this one? Book your free podcast planning call here.You can connect with Rabbi Friedman and his work through his website here.Follow Rabbi Friedman on Instagram, Facebook, X, YouTube, and TikTok.Find more from Kelly:Instagram: @kellybroganmdWebsite: kellybroganmd.comJoin Kelly's monthly membership, Vital Life Project here.Get Kelly’s new book The Reclaimed Woman here and join the companion program, Reclaimed, here.Go to the Juvent Store and use code KELLY300 at checkout to get $300 off your purchase.

Learn more about Dr. Kelly Brogan's signature health protocol, Vital Mind Reset here.What if everything you’ve been told about parasites is wrong?In this explosive episode, Kelly sits down with Dr. Daniel Roytas—clinical educator, researcher, and author of Can You Catch a Cold?—to unravel one of the most deeply held beliefs in both mainstream and alternative health: the idea that parasites are invaders that must be eradicated. Daniel’s work challenges the foundations of germ theory and dives into the seductive psychology of victim consciousness that underpins much of modern medicine—yes, even “natural” medicine. Get ready to question everything you think you know about gut health, parasite cleanses, and even the existence of so-called “pathogenic” organisms. This conversation exposes how medical myths get recycled, how belief systems override biology, and why the real toxin might not be what’s in your gut—but how you think about your body. From pleomorphism and misdiagnosis to the spiritual implications of blaming nature for our ailments, this is a no-holds-barred exploration of what it truly means to reclaim health in a toxic world. If you’ve ever taken black walnut tincture or been told your symptoms are due to “Lyme,” you need to hear this.You’ll Learn:How the “parasite cleanse” trend may reinforce victim consciousnessWhy the existence of parasites—even in medical literature—is still up for debateWhat polymorphism reveals about the adaptability of microbes inside the bodyHow artifacts in lab tests can lead to false parasite diagnosisWhy asymptomatic “infections” challenge germ theory logicHow certain worms may actually protect the body from toxinsWhat anti-parasitic herbs might really be doing to support detox pathwaysHow the Lyme disease narrative can distract from root causes of illnessWhy focusing on “killing pathogens” may prolong chronic symptomsHow to prioritize foundational health practices over fear-based protocolsTimestamps:[00:00] Introduction[01:03] Why parasites are the sacred cow of alternative medicine[02:22] How parasite belief crosses both conventional and alt-health circles[03:56] The link between parasite obsession and victim consciousness[05:28] What we’re actually talking about when we say “parasites”[06:43] Why some “parasites” might not cause illness at all[08:19] New research suggesting many parasites are harmless[10:26] The problem with asymptomatic infection logic[12:47] How artifacts are misidentified as parasites in lab tests[14:40] Why the theory of pleomorphism changes everything[16:48] Studying microbes outside the body vs. inside[19:14] How healthy people test positive for “pathogenic” organisms[21:30] Why immune system explanations don’t add up[24:42] What worms may actually be doing in your gut[27:10] The surprising detox role of certain parasites[30:44] Why “anti-parasitic” herbs may work for a different reason[33:03] What’s really happening when people pass worms[35:05] The emotional and cultural grip of Lyme disease[38:16] Why misdiagnosing the cause keeps people stuck[41:26] Simple practices that matter more than parasite cleanses[43:45] How parasite fear reflects a deeper healing patternWant to start a podcast like this one? Book your free podcast planning call here.Resources Mentioned:Can You Catch a Cold? by Dr. Daniel Roytas | BookFollow Humanley on Facebook and Instagram and while you’re at it, join the Telegram Channel.You can connect with Daniel on his website and get his new book here.Find more from Kelly:Instagram: @kellybroganmdWebsite: kellybroganmd.comJoin Kelly's monthly membership, Vital Life Project here.Get Kelly’s new book The Reclaimed Woman here and join the companion program, Reclaimed, here.Go to the Juvent Store and use code KELLY300 at checkout to get $300 off your purchase.

What if your anxiety isn’t in your mind—but in your field?In this episode, Kelly sits down with researcher, inventor, and Biofield Tuning founder Eileen McKusick, whose groundbreaking work challenges everything we think we know about healing, consciousness, and the human body. With nearly 30 years of experience decoding the electric blueprint of the body using sound, Eileen has mapped the energetic anatomy that surrounds and informs our physical form—and she’s proving it’s more than just woo.You’ll learn how unresolved trauma shows up as electrical noise in your field, why thoughts aren’t stored in your brain, and how tuning forks can uncover—and dissolve—lifelong emotional patterns. Eileen breaks down the science of vibrational healing in language that’s as sharp as it is accessible, offering a powerful new lens for understanding everything from anxiety and chronic pain to inherited trauma and illness. Whether you're energy-curious or deep down the frequency rabbit hole, this conversation will leave you rethinking what it means to be coherent—and how to reclaim your signal.You’ll Learn:How tuning forks activate your body’s innate ability to reorganize and self-healWhat emotional tones in the biofield reveal about stored trauma and subconscious patterningWhy thoughts are stored in the energy field—not the brain—and how that changes healingHow to detect and decode the vibrational “noise” that disrupts health and flowWhat coherence in your biofield actually means—and how it drives physical resilienceHow sound interacts with the plasma body to shift emotional and physiological statesWhy most chronic symptoms stem from unresolved tension patterns, not pathologyTimestamps:[00:00] Introduction[01:45] How thoughts may exist outside the brain[02:30] Practical ways to bring coherence to your energy field[03:05] The idea that humans are electric beings[05:30] What it means to live in a vibrational cosmology[08:05] Tuning forks as tools for energetic feedback[10:05] Why vibes don’t lie—reading emotion through frequency[12:10] What tuning forks reveal about emotional memory[14:05] How emotional patterns are stored in specific zones of the field[16:45] Why anyone can learn to feel energetic distortions[17:30] Memories are stored outside the body in magnetic standing waves[22:30] A shocking example of inherited trauma imprinting in the womb[27:25] The hidden role of worthiness in chronic pain and illness[29:10] What coherence actually means for your body and mind[33:00] Why injuries often occur in incoherent zones of your field[35:10] How forks imprint coherent frequency back into the system[38:00] The link between stress, bone loss, and electrical depletion[40:00] Water, memory, and the vibrational nature of the body[45:00] Rewiring subconscious loops to release stuckness[48:40] 174hz fork to deepen relaxation[51:00] How tension turns into lightness through tuning[53:30] 528hz fork to brighten the field[55:15] How tension suppresses emotional expression[57:00] Resilience as the new immunityWant to start a podcast like this one? Book your free podcast planning call here.Resources Mentioned:Biofield Tuning | WebsiteThe Secret Life of Plants by Peter Tompkins and Christopher Bird | Book or AudiobookTuning the Human Biofield by Eileen McKusick | Book or AudiobookSonic Slider Tuning Fork | WebsiteSing the Body Electric | Bodywork SeriesVeda Austin’s work on structured water | WebsiteWant to learn more about Eileen and her work? You can connect with her on her website, YouTube, and Facebook.Follow Biofield Tuning on Facebook and Instagram.Find more from Kelly:Instagram: @kellybroganmdWebsite: kellybroganmd.comJoin Kelly's monthly membership, Vital Life Project here.Get Kelly’s new book The Reclaimed Woman here and join the companion program, Reclaimed, here.Use code KELLYBROGAN for 15% off your first purchase at the Biofield Tuning Store. Not valid during sales. Exclusions apply.

Learn more about Dr. Kelly Brogan's signature health protocol, Vital Mind Reset here.“Most ‘biohacks’ numb your body—this one helps it remember how to heal.” In this episode, Kelly sits down with Rush Simonson, Chairman and CEO of Juvent Health, a company pioneering a regenerative health tech that’s quietly disrupting everything we think we know about movement, aging, and musculoskeletal vitality. With over 25 years in medtech and surgical innovation, Rush has seen what works—and more importantly, what doesn’t—when it comes to long-term healing. His journey from spinal implants to cellular biomechanics reveals a truth most wellness circles ignore: real health is mechanical, cellular, and shockingly primal.This conversation dives deep into the science behind micro-impact, why traditional vibration plates may be doing more harm than good, and how your body’s innate regenerative systems—bone density, joint repair, lymphatic flow, proprioception—are directly linked to how often, and how effectively, you move. You’ll learn why walking barefoot could be the most powerful supplement you’re not taking, how micro-motion affects brain health and even Parkinson’s outcomes, and why this subtle technology could keep your parents out of assisted living. Whether you're a barefoot biohacker, a movement minimalist, or just looking for ways to age with more autonomy, this episode is a goldmine.You’ll Learn:How micro-impact technology activates the body’s natural regenerative systemsWhy traditional vibration plates may harm more than helpHow mechano-transduction drives cellular repair and joint healthWhat 0.05mm of calibrated movement reveals about healing efficiencyHow to simulate 5 miles of barefoot walking in just 20 minutesWhy most orthopedic implants fail long-term—and what works betterHow daily micro-impact supports lymphatic drainage and brain detoxWhat barefoot shoes get right (and how to transition safely)How proprioception training reduces fall risk and boosts longevityTimestamps:[00:00] Introduction[01:42] The hidden importance of barefoot walking[02:18] What makes the Juvent plate different from vibration plates[03:12] Kelly’s personal journey with movement and muscle loss[04:45] How gym training and walking restored balance[05:36] The myth of vibration plates as a walking replacement[06:08] How Juvent mimics barefoot walking for metabolic health[08:00] How Rush became disillusioned with surgical implants[11:16] How mechano-transduction fuels cellular nutrition[13:02] Why lack of movement leads to impact deficiency[14:21] The concept of vita-kin: a daily kinetic vitamin[15:52] How Juvent delivers safe and effective micro-impact[17:06] How Juvent activates lymphatic and glymphatic systems[24:45] How small daily inputs protect future vitality[27:08] How resonance makes micro-impact effective[28:44] Juvent as a “dose-correct” physiological therapy[30:12] How Juvent improves balance and prevents falls[31:30] How cellular interaction depends on movement[32:47] How Juvent reconnects you to natural biological inputs[35:00] How Juvent helped Rush’s mother avoid a nursing home[36:28] Why Juvent supports metabolic and musculoskeletal health[37:50] Steve Harvey’s pain relief and national endorsementWant to start a podcast like this one? Book your free podcast planning call here.Want to learn more about Juvent, visit their Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, Vimeo and webs ite.Find more from Kelly:Instagram: @kellybroganmdWebsite: kellybroganmd.comJoin Kelly's monthly membership, Vital Life Project here.Get Kelly’s new book The Reclaimed Woman here and join the companion program, Reclaimed, here.Go to www.juvent.com/kellybrogan and use code KELLY300 at checkout to get $300 off your purchase.

Learn more about Dr. Kelly Brogan's signature health protocol, Vital Mind Reset.What if your symptoms aren’t the problem—but the clue?In this episode, Kelly flips the script on everything you’ve been taught about healing. Drawing from years of clinical experience and her own personal transformation, she challenges the idea that health is about fixing what’s wrong. Instead, she makes a bold case for seeing symptoms as sacred signals from your body—not nuisances to suppress, but messages to decode. You’ll learn why true power lies in ending the war within, how to stop outsourcing your sovereignty to “experts,” and how practices like German New Medicine, Family Constellations, and self-tracking can radically rewire your relationship to your body. If you’ve tried all the supplements, all the protocols, and still feel stuck, this episode might just be your way out—by showing you that healing starts when the fight ends.You’ll Learn:How resolving internal conflict reclaims energy and restores physical vitalityWhy chasing symptom relief often reinforces victim consciousnessHow the “rescuer-victim-villain” triangle keeps you stuck in chronic illnessWhat German New Medicine reveals about the hidden purpose of symptomsHow ritual self-awareness practices rewire your relationship to your bodyWhy most functional testing subtly disempowers instead of healsHow to identify the moment a symptom begins—and why that date mattersWhy reframing your symptoms can create safer internal conditions for healingHow to recognize when you’ve outsourced your authority to an “expert” disguised as a guideTimestamps:[00:00] Introduction[00:38] Why biohacking and functional medicine aren’t working for many women[01:34] The one insight that changed how I see symptoms[02:08] How to decode the body’s messages without external validation[02:56] Why rejecting your symptoms creates inner conflict[03:29] How childhood conditioning disconnects us from body autonomy[04:18] The religious roots of disembodiment[05:02] Feminism and the push to transcend biology[05:35] The middle path: power through embodiment, not bypass[06:15] Why seeing the body as “just biology” leads to fragmentation[06:54] How expert dependency fuels triangulation against the self[07:28] The hidden role of the rescuer in chronic illness[08:01] Why symptoms can’t be resolved while you’re still in resistance[08:33] The most radical health practice is neutrality[09:05] What actually happens when the body feels safe[09:38] Why resolution is not about symptom elimination[10:01] How German New Medicine reframes symptom meaning[10:35] Louise Hay’s framework for decoding symptom messages[11:02] The role of Family Constellation in healing[11:42] Why symptoms often have a deeper purpose[12:14] The trap of becoming a professional patient[12:47] Why dependency in health mirrors parent-child dynamics[13:27] When it’s time to respond differently to old patterns[13:59] What secure attachment to your body actually looks like[14:30] Ending manipulation and frustration with your body[15:01] How supplements can become offerings instead of fixes[15:34] A new way to relate to illness with love and curiosity[16:00] My number one health tip: write down symptom onset dates[16:35] How this one practice speeds up your healing clarity[17:15] Symptoms are messages, not problems👉🏻 Want to start a podcast like this one? Book your free podcast planning call hereResources Mentioned:German New Medicine | WebsiteYou Can Heal Your Life by Louise Hay | Book or AudiobookFamily Constellation Therapy | WebsiteFind more from Kelly:Instagram: @kellybroganmdWebsite: kellybroganmd.comJoin Kelly's monthly membership, Vital Life Project here.Get Kelly’s new book The Reclaimed Woman here and join the companion program, Reclaimed, here.

Learn more about Dr. Kelly Brogan's signature health protocol, Vital Mind Reset here."You don’t need motivation to change—just a lemon and a willingness to get weird."In this episode, Kelly sits down with Britt Frank—licensed neuropsychotherapist, trauma educator, and author of The Science of Stuck—to unravel one of the most misunderstood inner states: stuckness. With raw honesty and sharp humor, Britt dismantles the myths around motivation, trauma, and change, showing us that what looks like inertia is often a disguised survival strategy.You’ll learn why most people aren’t actually stuck—they’re just allergic to their available options. Britt dives deep into the psychological mechanics behind avoidance, procrastination, codependency, addiction (including addiction to people), and the quiet chaos of a “fine” life that’s missing fire. Expect mind-blowing takes on why motivation is overrated, how biting a lemon can rewire your nervous system in real-time, and why your “bad” behaviors might just be keeping you safe. If you’re ready to get out of your own way, this episode is your wake-up call.You’ll Learn:How micro-yeses create momentum and override paralysisWhy “I have no choices” is usually a perception problem, not a realityHow biting a lemon can disrupt procrastination by shocking your nervous systemHow to reframe “I’m stuck” as a sign of hidden benefits, not just dysfunctionWhy motivation is not a prerequisite for action—and what to rely on insteadHow to identify the real payoff behind self-sabotaging behaviorsWhat shutting down desire signals about nervous system regulationWhy boredom and numbness can be harder to escape than rock bottomTimestamps:[00:00] Introduction[00:45] Why feeling stuck is the root of suffering[01:32] How addiction to people can mask as relationship issues[02:06] Motivation is not required for change[03:01] Why therapists often professionalize their own trauma[04:15] What “stuckness” actually means[05:24] Why saying “I have no choices” is often a lie[07:11] How to spot micro-choices even in extreme situations[09:28] Why wondering is more effective than figuring out “why”[13:45] How to recognize invisible choices[15:08] What keeps people in harmful but familiar patterns[16:52] The right time to explore your hidden motivations[18:25] Why morality-based thinking keeps you stuck[20:12] Why some people feel nothing at all—and how to move anyway[24:06] Why a step in the wrong direction is still progress[26:36] You’re always motivated—just not how you think[28:56] Parts work as a strategy for inner leadership[30:34] How to coach your inner parts instead of bulldozing them[33:00] How pathologizing “bad” parts keeps you fragmented[35:08] Symptoms are messengers, not malfunctions[37:03] All behavior is functional—even the destructive ones[41:17] The shift from pathology to injury-based thinking[43:03] The value of having a pause between trigger and action[45:12] Why internal structure matters more than symptom elimination[51:13] Getting hooked on the highs and lows of chaos[53:00] Pattern disruption as the key to change[54:21] Why pattern breaks create choice windows👉🏻 Want to start a podcast like this one? Book your free podcast planning call hereResources Mentioned: The Science of Stuck by Britt Frank | Book or Audiobook Align Your Mind by Britt Frank | Book or Audiobook Internal Family Systems (IFS) by Dr. Richard Schwartz | Website Sonic Slider by Biofield Tuning | WebsiteGet Britt's newest book, Align Your Mind, here. You can also connect with her on her website and her Instagram.Find more from Kelly:Instagram: @kellybroganmdWebsite: kellybroganmd.comJoin Kelly's monthly membership, Vital Life Project here.Get Kelly’s new book The Reclaimed Woman here and join the companion program, Reclaimed, here.Use code KELLYBROGAN at biofieldtuningstore.com for 15% off your first purchase. Not valid during sales. Exclusions apply.

Check out the replay of my masterclass Reclaimed Relationship here.You’re not being “nice”—you’re lying for safety.In this episode, Kelly sits down with feminine embodiment teacher and unapologetic truth-teller Perri Chase to expose the hidden cost of the fawning response—why it works, what it protects, and how it hijacks your nervous system, your relationships, and your sense of self.Perri, creator of the transformational practice Sex Bomb and a leader in modern feminine awakening, brings a raw and riveting perspective to the conversation. Her work unpacks the addictive loop of shame, the villainization of women’s needs, and the subtle ways we betray ourselves daily under the guise of “being good.” With decades of lived experience, provocative teachings, and a sharp lens on spiritual bypassing and codependent dynamics, Perri doesn’t just talk embodiment—she lives it.This is not your average empowerment episode. It’s a permission slip to stop performing, start feeling, and finally claim what you actually want.You’ll Learn:How the fawning response rewires your nervous system to lie for safetyWhy shame can become a seductive, self-reinforcing addictionHow to identify and interrupt codependent communication loopsWhat sexual energy reveals about your capacity to hold intensityWhy regulating your nervous system doesn’t always require slowing downHow unmet needs mutate into people-pleasing and self-abandonmentWhat “negative empathy” teaches about dissolving the victim-perpetrator splitHow to use sensation-based awareness to dissolve reactive patternsWhy “being good” often masks an avoidance of boundaries and truthHow to shift from external validation to internal energetic sovereigntyTimestamps:[00:00] Introduction[01:05] What the fawning response is and why it works[04:52] The link between fawning and lying for safety[10:50] The cost of being “nice” instead of honest[13:40] How feminine awakening shifts priorities from safety to self[16:42] The fear of chaos and suppression of feminine life force[20:15] The difference between survival-driven tribes and conscious communities[24:40] What a healthy masculine container feels like in partnership[27:00] Shame as a wet blanket and addictive emotional loop[33:50] Why “there are no victims” isn’t always useful[36:25] Family constellation theory and the victim-perpetrator mirror[43:00] Transitioning from mental awakening to body-based awakening[45:35] How sexual energy helps regulate the nervous system from within[48:50] The shift from managing thoughts to creating from stillness[54:10] The danger of staying in relationships out of fear of loss[56:50] Maturing into a woman who no longer needs to fight to be herself[59:50] Breaking generational silence around female embodiment👉🏻 Want to start a podcast like this one? Book your free podcast planning call hereResources Mentioned:Orgasmic Meditation (OM) by OneTaste | WebsiteMy Mother/My Self by Nancy Friday | BookFamily Constellation Therapy | WebsitePussy Map – women's sexuality and embodiment course by Perri Chase | CourseYou can connect with Perri and learn about all of her current offerings h ere.Find more from Kelly:Instagram: @kellybroganmdWebsite: kellybroganmd.comJoin Kelly's monthly membership, Vital Life Project here.Get Kelly’s new book The Reclaimed Woman here and join the companion program, Reclaimed, here.

Join Kelly's Reclaimed program and membership hereIn this provocative solo episode, Kelly unpacks the life-altering insights from Pat Allen’s classic book Getting to “I Do”. Drawing from her own experience and years of clinical observation, Kelly explores the often uncomfortable—but liberating—truths about masculine/feminine dynamics, romantic polarity, and the myth of the “career woman.” She breaks down why women’s power lies not in doing more or achieving more, but in mastering the art of the “no,” cherishing themselves first, and choosing the dynamics that truly serve their deepest desires.Whether you’re single, dating, or married, this is a blueprint for reclaiming your feminine essence and reshaping your relationship reality—without another strategy, seduction tactic, or self-help checklist.You’ll Learn:How polarity clarifies power dynamics in romantic relationshipsWhy seeking both respect and cherishing can sabotage intimacyHow to choose between being a career woman or a woman with a careerWhat the “five-second gaze” reveals about feminine initiation and nervous system capacityHow withholding sex until commitment rewires relational self-worthWhy honoring your “no” is the ultimate feminine flexWhat happens when women unconsciously reject the men they claim to loveHow emotional and intellectual pedestals define partner rolesWhy many high-achieving women feel resentful, bitter, or overwhelmed in relationshipsWhat asking for more love or attention signals about relational misalignmentTimestamps:[00:00] Introduction[01:00] Why modern relationships are struggling[01:58] Difference between being cherished and respected[03:05] Why demanding both respect and cherishing doesn’t work[04:00] Choosing your relational orientation[05:02] The meaning of a woman with a career vs a career woman[06:00] The gaslighting of career fulfillment[07:02] Honoring the power of your no[08:00] Why sexual access should come after commitment[09:05] Defining commitment[11:02] Living from your pleasure and feminine gifts[12:00] How to stop chasing femininity and power[13:02] Why you should not ask a man for more love or attention[14:00] Traits of a cherished woman[15:03] Traits of a respected partner[16:00] Why respected partners focus on giving[17:02] Red flags in dating and complementarity[18:00] Manipulation and mother wounds in relationships[19:00] How projection blocks intimacy[20:00] Staying until you reach apathy and empathy[21:02] Signs a man is truly committed[22:00] Why early stages of dating matter[23:00] Applying these ideas to marriageResources Mentioned:Inspiration derived from this book by Amy LoftusGetting to 'I Do' by Pat Allen and Sandra Harmon | Book or AudiobookDr. Christiane Northrup | Website Vital Mind Reset by Dr. Kelly Brogan | WebsiteLaura Doyle | WebsiteFind more from Kelly:Instagram: @kellybroganmdWebsite: kellybroganmd.comJoin Kelly's monthly membership, Vital Life Project here.Get Kelly’s new book The Reclaimed Woman here and join the companion program, Reclaimed, here.👉🏻 Want to start a podcast like this one? Book your free podcast planning call here

Learn more about Dr. Kelly Brogan's signature health protocol, Vital Mind Reset hereYou don’t have a mindset problem—you have a commitment problem.In this episode, Kelly sits down with John Assaraf, one of the leading minds in brain retraining and behaviour change, to unpack the neuroscience of why we stay stuck—and how to finally break free. A New York Times bestselling author and featured expert from The Secret, John has built five multimillion-dollar businesses, overcome addiction, healed ulcerative colitis without medication, and transformed his relationship patterns—all using the exact tools he now teaches.They cover why most people unconsciously choose to stay stuck, how self-talk wires your brain for failure or freedom, and why the Law of Attraction is useless without what John calls the “Law of G.O.Y.A.”. Whether you’re trying to quit sugar, start a business, or break lifelong emotional patterns, this conversation reveals the mechanics of meaningful, lasting transformation—and gives you a clear path to start taking action today.You’ll Learn:How rewriting your self-talk patterns reshapes your brain’s neurochemistry and behaviourWhy the “Law of G.O.Y.A.” outperforms the Law of Attraction in real-world resultsWhat avoidance, procrastination, and sabotage reveal about subconscious fear circuitsHow visualizing success triggers neural coherence and primes the brain for actionWhy consistency beats intensity when building new habits and identityHow to identify the exact belief systems blocking your next transformationWhat the science of automaticity teaches about lasting change through repetitionHow emotional rehearsal overrides fear and creates new default responsesWhy most people fail not from lack of knowledge, but lack of inner alignmentHow to train your “innercise” muscle daily to build discipline, confidence, and clarityTimestamps:[00:00] Introduction[01:30] What drives self-sabotage and procrastination[03:14] Childhood trauma and early struggles[05:00] Discovering the power of the brain[07:00] Action versus impulsivity[08:00] Understanding stuckness[10:00] How neurochemicals reinforce feeling stuck[12:00] Addiction to stuckness and secondary gain[14:00] How patterns are automated by the brain[16:00] Procrastination and fear of failure[18:00] Conflict between goals and self-image[20:00] Vibrational coherence explained[22:00] Recipe for achieving goals[24:00] How artificial intelligence exposes the real issue[26:00] Healing ulcerative colitis naturally[29:00] Overcoming alcoholism with identity work[31:00] Fixing relationship patterns by changing beliefs[33:00] Building businesses without traditional education[36:00] Healing chronic illness without medication[38:00] Why commitment beats interest[41:00] How upgrading skills changed John’s life[44:00] Finding the real cause of procrastination[46:00] Law of GOYA explained[48:00] Mastering change versus disappointment[50:00] Why consistency beats intensity[53:00] Building self-trust through small daily actionsGet John's free e-book "Unleash Your Brain's Full Potential" hereLearn more about John by checking out his website, app and Youtube. You can also follow him on Instagram, Facebook, and X.Find more from Kelly:Instagram: @kellybroganmdWebsite: kellybroganmd.comJoin Kelly's monthly membership, Vital Life Project here.Get Kelly’s new book The Reclaimed Woman here and join the companion program, Reclaimed, here.Use code KELLYBROGAN at biofieldtuningstore.com for 15% off your first purchase. Not valid during sales. Exclusions apply.👉🏻 Want to start a podcast like this one? Book your free podcast planning call here

Join Kelly's sovereignty-minded community, Vital Life Project hereGay Hendricks, Ph.D., is a psychologist, bestselling author, and expert in relationship and bodymind therapies with over 45 years of experience. In this episode, you're going to learn how we unconsciously block success and happiness, what an upper limit problem looks like, why fear often follows positive experiences, how to move into your zone of genius, and how physical symptoms can reveal emotional patterns.Timestamps:[00:00] Introduction[03:00] Personal examples of struggling to hold positive feelings[06:00] The upper limit problem explained[08:15] How fear causes drama after good experiences[10:20] Staying uplifted without fear pulling you back[13:05] Why we unconsciously stay small[15:00] Childhood roots of upper limit problems[18:00] How success can trigger guilt and fear[21:00] Fear of outshining and loyalty to others' pain[24:00] Limiting beliefs even in successful people[27:00] How to break unconscious agreements[30:00] Learning to enjoy success without guilt[33:00] Gay's writing journey and building prosperity[36:00] Fulfillment in relationships and career[39:00] How upper limits show up through arguments and illness[42:00] Fear as the driver behind accidents[45:00] How somatic symptoms reflect emotional blocks[48:00] Loving and accepting fear to healResources Mentioned:The Big Leap by Gay Hendricks | Book or AudiobookFive Wishes by Gay Hendricks | Book or AudiobookConscious Loving by Gay Hendricks and Kathlyn Hendricks | Book or AudiobookThe Spiritual Cinema Circle | FacebookIf you want to learn more about Gay's work, visit hendricks.com and foundationforconsciousliving.org.You can also follow him on Facebook and Instagram and visit his Youtube.Find more from Kelly:Instagram: @kellybroganmdWebsite: kellybroganmd.comJoin Kelly's monthly membership, Vital Life Project here.Get Kelly’s new book The Reclaimed Woman here and join the companion program, Reclaimed, here.👉🏻 Want to start a podcast like this one? Book your free podcast planning call here 

Byron Katie is a renowned teacher and creator of "The Work," a method of self-inquiry for ending suffering.In this episode, you're going to learn why believing your thoughts is the root cause of suffering, the four simple questions that can radically change your relationship to pain and conflict, how to deal with feelings of certainty and superiority in activism and health advocacy, why trying to change other people often reveals deeper fears within yourself, and what true personal responsibility looks like even in everyday moments like picking up socks off the floor.Timestamps:[00:00] Introduction[03:15] How victim consciousness creates suffering[04:45] Byron Katie’s moment of ego death[06:10] Discovering the cause of suffering[08:00] Moving stressful thoughts onto paper[10:00] Seeing the ego as a terrified child[12:00] Who you are without painful thoughts[14:10] The death of the victim identity[16:00] How inquiry brings relief in groups[17:45] Activism, certainty, and superiority[20:00] Applying inquiry to health and activism[22:10] Loving others through their own choices[25:00] Owning decisions without guilt[27:00] How fear fuels activism[30:00] Responsibility for your emotional experience[31:50] Picking up socks and ending resentment[34:10] Defense as the first act of war[36:00] Boundaries and selfishness[39:00] How drama and suffering lose appeal[42:00] Ego’s survival and waking up[45:00] Byron Katie’s experience of awakening[48:00] Freedom from stressful thoughts[50:00] How inquiry naturally changes your life[52:00] Living without complaint or resentment[54:00] Relaxation and the gift of the unknownResources Mentioned:The Work of Byron Katie | WebsiteAt Home Live With Byron Katie | ZoomLoving What Is by Byron Katie and Stephen Mitchell | Book or AudiobookA Thousand Names for Joy by Byron Katie and Stephen Mitchell | Book or AudiobookI Need Your Love—Is That True? by Byron Katie and Michael Katz | Book or AudiobookA Mind at Home with Itself by Byron Katie and Stephen Mitchell | Book or AudiobookYou can follow Byron Katie on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook and Threads. You can also check out her website and give her Podcast a listen to on Spotify or Apple.Find more from Kelly: Instagram: @kellybroganmdWebsite: kellybroganmd.comJoin Kelly's monthly membership, Vital Life Project here.Get Kelly’s new book The Reclaimed Woman here and join the companion program, Reclaimed, here.This episode is sponsored by Samadhi Moss. Use code KELLY10 for 10% off your sea moss! 👉🏻 Want to start a podcast like this one? Book your free podcast planning call here

Ask Kelly your burning questions in our monthly Vital Life Project membership. Join hereIn this episode, you'll learn how to bring more joy and freedom into your current life, how to grow your capacity for pleasure and appreciation, how to create the feelings you’re chasing before your circumstances change, and how to uncover what you might really be getting from the life you say you want to leave.Timestamps:[00:00] Introduction[01:01] The fear of too much freedom and not knowing how to live it[01:37] How appreciation helps bridge your current life to your desired one[02:10] The myth that liking your now means you’ll get stuck[02:49] How to feel your future life now using small changes[04:00] Why today matters more than the dream[04:22] Journaling your ideal day to clarify what you really want[04:56] Identifying the feelings you expect to gain from your dream life[05:28] Finding small ways to experience those feelings now[06:19] Quality of life changes from small tweaks[07:10] How tiny changes improve daily experience[07:26] What you’re getting out of your current life that you might lose[07:57] Why we sometimes say we want things we actually don’t[08:20] Carolyn Elliott’s deepest fear inventory exercise[08:42] Using fear inventory to clarify what you truly want[09:00] Trusting the process and letting go of control[09:27] Cultivating faith in being supported and provided for[09:47] How trust turns into playful practiceResources Mentioned:Existential Kink by Carolyn Elliott | Book or AudiobookInstagram: @kellybroganmdWebsite: kellybroganmd.comJoin Kelly's monthly membership, Vital Life Project here.Get Kelly’s new book The Reclaimed Woman here and join the companion program, Reclaimed, here.👉🏻 Want to start a podcast like this one? Book your free podcast planning call here

If you want a step-by-step roadmap to own your no, know your yes, and experience the specific pleasure of who you are, join Kelly's Reclaimed program.Check out these related episodes: Reclamation of Courtship and The Case Against the Sexual RevolutionIn this episode, you'll learn why reclaiming traditional gender roles can lead to deeper fulfillment, how sexual liberation may undermine relationships, why women hold the key to societal stability, and how men find purpose and success through commitment and fatherhood.Timestamps:[00:00] Introduction[02:45] Marriage as a covenant and devotion between two people[03:30] High divorce rates observed in clinical practice[04:20] Societal adoption of an “unmarried male pattern”[05:10] Comparison between male and female sexual cycles[06:00] Impact of feminism and sexual liberation on family and society[06:50] Defining marriage beyond legal contracts[07:30] Importance of safety and alignment with personal choices[08:10] The sacrifice and fulfillment within committed relationships[08:50] Role of men in transcending basic drives for societal integration[09:40] The importance of family in integrating men into society[10:30] Explanation of CMOs and their health benefits[11:30] Women’s role in cultivating relationships and their power dynamics[12:15] Women’s sexual superiority and its impact on society[13:00] The importance of complementarity between men and women[13:40] How adopting masculine values devalues a man’s role[14:20] Disconnection from motherhood due to societal pressures[15:10] The myth of status through independence and career achievement[16:00] Women as gatekeepers of sexual energy and access[16:50] The importance of setting boundaries in romantic relationships[17:30] The story of the princess and the barbarian as a metaphor[18:30] How sexual liberation has shifted societal norms[19:20] The impact of easy access to sex on male commitment[20:10] The idea that women’s role is fundamental to societal stability[21:00] The importance of female discipline and commitment[21:50] The connection between children and social immortality[22:30] Why a woman’s role is deeper and more personal than a man’s[23:10] The value of a woman’s “no” in creating social structure[25:00] Rejecting common misconceptions about femininity[25:40] Visualizing a more fulfilling and empowered lifestyle for women[26:30] Importance of intuition and alignment with personal choices[27:00] Why men need to be tamed and integrated into society[27:50] The productivity and fulfillment that marriage brings to men[28:30] Economic disparities between married and single men[29:00] Societal consequences of devaluing male roles[29:40] Technocratic marketplace’s impact on family and motherhood[30:20] Importance of a mother’s role in imparting moral values[31:00] How feminine values are foundational to all morality[31:50] The negative impact of prioritizing career over family[32:30] The illusion of equality through career-driven status[33:00] How society benefits from women embracing their natural roles[33:40] Why rejecting traditional roles leads to societal declineResources Mentioned:Men and Marriage by George Gilder | BookThe Case Against the Sexual Revolution by Louise Perry | Book or AudiobookInstagram: @kellybroganmdWebsite: kellybroganmd.comJoin Kelly's monthly membership, Vital Life Project here.Get Kelly’s new book The Reclaimed Woman here and join the companion program, Reclaimed, here.👉🏻 Want to start a podcast like this one? Book your free podcast planning call hereThis episode is sponsored by Samahdi Moss. Use code KELLY10 for 10% off your sea moss!

If you’re a stretched-thin boss babe, frustrated wife, or “do it all” mamma who just needs a second for yourself, join Kelly’s Free Exhale Masterclass.Monica Yates is the author of Becoming Her and an expert in masculine-feminine dynamics, especially how women can embrace their feminine essence while navigating success and relationships.In this episode, you're going to learn how Monica balances being the breadwinner in her relationship without feeling like the provider, why healing your relationship with men and other women is essential for stepping into your feminine, what it means to be an empowered submissive and why it requires deep confidence, how societal messaging has made many women feel like femininity is weak, and the importance of acknowledging your own desires without shame. Timestamps:[00:00] Introduction   [03:20] Cycle breaking and redefining femininity[05:30] How media influences perception of femininity[07:10] Biological reality of men vs. women[09:15] Women’s emotional strength vs. men’s physical strength[11:15] Kelly’s realization of fear towards men[13:45] Monica’s conflict between wanting love and being a feminist[15:30] How idolizing her father influenced Monica’s view of femininity[17:20] Monica’s outward confidence as a form of self-protection[19:45] How Monica’s first boyfriend helped her realize her true desires[21:45] Understanding the difference between true confidence and external validation[23:10] The illusion of safety through control[25:20] Monica’s perspective on empowered submissiveness [29:20] Kelly’s experience of relearning her femininity[31:00] Why safety is foundational to feminine energy[33:10] The harm of overly rigid definitions of feminine and masculine[35:50] Monica’s thoughts on victim consciousness[38:00] How women are addicted to the adrenaline of being the victim[40:20] The value of men’s protection in women’s lives[42:30] Monica’s unique dynamic of being the breadwinner but not the provider[44:10] Managing household responsibilities without losing feminine energy[46:30] The importance of support in achieving feminine magnetism[48:10] The value of acknowledging what you desire[50:40] Why acknowledging your desires is the first step to alignment[52:15] Monica’s advice on finding your unique version of femininity[54:30] How to reframe femininity to suit your current life seasonResources Mentioned:Becoming HER by Monica Yates | Book or AudiobookFeminine as F*ck podcast by Monica Yates | Spotify or AppleCultivating Femininity In Women by Monica Yates | YoutubeThe 7 Pillars to Becoming HER Masterclass by Monica Yates | WebsiteMonica Yates Health | WebsiteLead Like a Woman with Andrea Heuston Episode on Embracing the Feminine and the Masculine | Spotify or AppleReclaim your power, transform your relationships, and step into the life you were destined for. Unlock the secrets to becoming your best self. Order Monica’s transformational new book, Becoming HER, today!If you want to connect deeper with Monica, check out her website, Youtube, and Instagram.Find more from Kelly:Instagram: @kellybroganmdWebsite: kellybroganmd.comJoin Kelly's monthly membership, Vital Life Project here.Get Kelly’s new book The Reclaimed Woman here and join the companion program, Reclaimed, here.👉🏻 Want to start a podcast like this one? Book your free podcast planning call here 

Register for Kelly’s live Reclaimed Relationship Masterclass April 15th at 12PM ET at kellybroganmd.comLauren Geertsen is an author who overcame her autoimmune disease naturally. In this episode, you're going to learn about Lauren’s journey of overcoming an autoimmune disease naturally, the complex dynamics of the narcissistic and psychopathic abuse she experienced, and how she redefined the word love. You’ll also learn how she distinguishes soul connections from genuine love, her reflections on the Me Too movement, and how victim consciousness can hinder personal empowerment. Plus, you’ll hear how she now experiences joy, peace, and fulfillment by choosing love and sovereignty over seeking justice.Timestamps:[00:00] Introduction[05:00] Realizing the connection between childhood illness and family dynamics[07:00] Children’s illness as a reflection of parents’ unresolved issues[09:00] The breaking point and choosing to change the environment[11:00] Moving from fixing health to exploring romantic relationships[13:00] The beginning of Lauren’s abusive relationship[15:00] Understanding trauma bonding and coercion[17:00] Navigating the trauma of sexual and financial exploitation[19:00] Realizing the importance of choosing joy over justice[21:00] Choosing peace and trusting others to learn their lessons[23:00] Navigating loneliness and fear of being alone[25:00] Discerning the difference between trauma bonds and healthy relationships[27:00] How healing requires letting go of the need to change others[29:00] The role of consciousness in overcoming trauma[31:00] Avoiding bitterness, finding empowerment by focusing on inner joy[35:00] Balancing the desire for justice with choosing a joyful life[37:00] Transforming the pain into spiritual growth[39:00] Embracing femininity and sensuality as part of the healing journey[41:00] Accepting that some relationships serve as lessons, not lifelong commitments[43:00] Gratitude for painful experiences as a path to growth[45:00] How the pursuit of justice can block inner peace[47:00] Reflecting on the connection between love and allowing freedom[49:00] Understanding how fear of loneliness can lead to self-betrayal[51:00] Breaking away from the collective victim consciousness[53:00] Moving beyond anger and hate to find deeper emotional states[55:00] Choosing to live a joyful and peaceful life[57:00] Balancing self-awareness with compassion for others[59:00] Rejecting the binary view of good versus evil[61:00] Reclaiming sensuality as a part of personal liberation👉🏻 Want to start a podcast like this one? Book your free podcast planning call hereIf you want to connect more with Lauren, visit her website and follow her on Instagram Resources Mentioned:The Scorpion and The Lion by Lauren Geertsen | Book or AudiobookInstagram: @kellybroganmdWebsite: kellybroganmd.comJoin Kelly's monthly membership, Vital Life Project here.Get Kelly’s new book The Reclaimed Woman here and join the companion program, Reclaimed, here.This episode is sponsored by Samadhi Moss. Use code KELLY10 for 10% off your sea moss!

Learn more about Dr. Kelly Brogan's signature health protocol, Vital Mind Reset.Register for Kelly's live Reclaimed Relationship Masterclass April 15th at 12PM ET at kellybroganmd.comDr. Joe Dispenza is a New York Times bestselling author, researcher, and lecturer known for his work on neuroscience, epigenetics, and personal transformation.In this episode, you're going to learn how emotions shape your health, why chronic stress can keep you stuck in illness, the process of rewiring your brain to create real physical change, the role of belief in healing and how people have regrown lost organs. You will also learn why most people struggle to change their habits and identity, plus the surprising way that brainwaves and meditation influence the body’s ability to repair itself.A New York Times best-selling author, researcher, lecturer, and corporate consultant, Dr. Joe Dispenza has developed a practical formula to help people transform their lives. Dr. Joe’s mission unifies complex branches of science in an approachable way – focused on proven research, “Stories of Transformation” testimonials, and the scientific data behind spontaneous remissions. Inspired by the latest findings in neuroscience, psychoneuroimmunology, epigenetics, and quantum physics, his work integrates essential knowledge about the mind-body connection – which teaches people how to heal various health conditions and make significant changes in their lives. Since 2010, he has partnered with renowned scientists and universities – including the University of California San Diego, Harvard University, Stanford University, and others – to perform extensive research on the effects of meditation on the brain and body.Timestamps:[00:00] Introduction[03:45] Why people start seeking alternatives when medicine fails[06:12] How beliefs influence healing[08:45] Regrowing tissue after surgery[11:00] The role of emotions in healing[13:20] How meditation changes the body[16:05] Why most people stay stuck in old habits[18:30] Overcoming emotional addiction[21:15] How stress keeps you sick[23:40] Changing your personality to change your reality[26:55] The impact of subconscious programming[29:20] The process of breaking old patterns[32:05] How meditation rewires the brain[34:40] Why most people struggle with change[37:10] Emotional addiction and the body’s response[39:55] The power of elevated emotions[42:30] What happens in the brain during deep meditation[44:50] The connection between energy and healing[47:15] How trauma is stored in the body[50:05] The role of belief in long-term healing[53:20] Group healing and collective consciousness[56:45] How Dr. Joe Dispenza’s events create measurable change[59:30] The future of healing beyond traditional medicine Learn more about Dr. Joe Dispenza’s work on his website, Youtube and Instagram.Resources Mentioned:Calm Body, Clear Mind Masterclass with Dr. Kelly Brogan | YouTubeDr. Joe Dispenza’s Progressive Online Course | WebsiteDr. Joe Dispenza’s Retreats | WebsiteDr. Joe Dispenza’s Books | WebsiteThe ‘Four-Minute Mile’ – She Regenerated Rectal Tissue After Cancer Surgery | YouTubeInstagram: @kellybroganmdWebsite: kellybroganmd.comJoin Kelly's monthly membership, Vital Life Project here.Get Kelly’s new book The Reclaimed Woman here and join the companion program, Reclaimed, here.This episode is sponsored by Samadhi Moss. Use code KELLY10 for 10% off your sea moss!

Ask Kelly your burning questions in our monthly Vital Life Project membership.In this episode, you'll learn how to support a friend stuck in a victim mindset, how to create agreements in friendships that encourage growth, how to recognize when storytelling keeps you stuck, and how to reframe victim narratives for empowerment.Timestamps:[00:00] Introduction[00:42] Agreements in friendships for growth[01:08] No longer speaking negatively about men[01:31] How agreements shape personal identity[01:54] Breaking the cycle of toxic relationship stories[02:12] Using humour to reframe negative narratives[02:38] The importance of self-awareness in conversation[02:53] How to support a friend in a victim mindset[03:15] Understanding personal communication preferences[03:38] Asking for consent before giving feedback[03:59] Recognizing when someone is stuck in their story[04:21] The emotional attachment to victim narratives[04:42] When validating past experiences is necessary[05:04] How to shift from venting to problem-solving[05:26] Creating a supportive friendship dynamic[05:48] Rejecting the culture of powerlessnessWant to start a podcast like this one? Book your free podcast planning call hereInstagram: @kellybroganmdWebsite: kellybroganmd.comJoin Kelly's monthly membership, Vital Life Project here.Get Kelly’s new book The Reclaimed Woman here and join the companion program, Reclaimed, here.

Join Kelly's sovereignty-minded community, Vital Life Project.In this episode, you'll learn how Family Constellation Therapy can reshape your perception of men, how early conditioning affects your relationships, how to cultivate emotional self-mastery, and how to create a sense of safety within yourself.Timestamps:[00:00] Introduction[01:10] Understanding Family Constellation Therapy[02:45] How beliefs about men are shaped in childhood[04:12] The impact of mother’s influence on father perception[05:30] Healing phrases that shift perspectives[06:42] Seeing your father through your own eyes[08:05] The role of nervous system regulation in perception[09:18] How unresolved emotions affect relationships[10:25] Projecting past wounds onto partnersWant to start a podcast like this one? Book your free podcast planning call hereResources Mentioned:Family Constellations | WebsiteAnother Self | NetflixInstagram: @kellybroganmdWebsite: kellybroganmd.comJoin Kelly's monthly membership, Vital Life Project here.Get Kelly’s new book The Reclaimed Woman here and join the companion program, Reclaimed, here.

Join Kelly's sovereignty-minded community, Vital Life Project.Mark Gober is a researcher and author known for questioning mainstream scientific and societal narratives.In this episode, you're going to learn why Mark believes the shape and motion of Earth might not be what we've been told, how mainstream physics relies on unproven assumptions like dark matter and dark energy, why the heliocentric model of the solar system has major inconsistencies, how NASA's imagery and space missions raise serious questions, and what rethinking cosmology means for understanding our place in the universe.Mark Gober is an award-winning author of 7 books spanning the topics of consciousness, politics, economics, medicine, cosmology, and more. He is also a former New York investment banker, a former partner in a Silicon Valley strategy firm, and a magna cum laude graduate from Princeton University.Timestamps:[00:00] Introduction[06:18] Why dark matter and dark energy might not exist[08:45] Problems with Einstein's relativity and gravity[11:02] Why physics struggles to unify its theories[13:26] The role of assumptions in modern cosmology[15:14] Why the Copernican principle might be flawed[17:08] Does the cosmic microwave background prove geocentrism?[19:42] Why Earth’s motion has never been conclusively proven[22:19] The Michelson-Morley experiment and its implications[24:06] Issues with how gravity is explained[26:34] Density, buoyancy, and electromagnetism as alternatives to gravity[28:57] The problem with the vacuum of space next to Earth’s atmosphere[31:21] Why mainstream explanations for planetary motion are questionable[33:10] Earth’s supposed speed and why we feel no motion[35:48] How time zones and magnetic declination challenge the globe model[38:12] Why Antarctica is heavily restricted from private exploration[40:29] Issues with NASA’s official images and CGI use[42:15] The moon landing telemetry data mysteriously missing[44:03] The International Space Station and zero gravity inconsistencies[46:11] Why Earth’s curvature calculations don’t match real-world observations[48:35] Examples that contradict the globe model[50:42] Why airplane emergency landings don’t align with globe projections[52:17] The problem with eclipses and mainstream explanations[54:09] Why history and mainstream science might be deeply flawed[56:45] What Mark believes about the earth’s shape and the nature of reality[59:12] How questioning cosmology leads to bigger philosophical questions[61:30] The implications of being misled about where we live[63:18] Why mainstream institutions suppress certain lines of inquiryWant to start a podcast like this one? Book your free podcast planning call hereConnect with Mark on Telegram, Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube, X, Facebook and his website.Mark’s Books:An End to the Upside Down Cosmos | Book or AudiobookAn End to Upside Down Medicine | Book or AudiobookAn End to the Upside Down Reset | Book or AudiobookAn End to Upside Down Contact | Book or AudiobookAn End to Upside Down Liberty | Book or AudiobookAn End to Upside Down Living | Book or AudiobookAn End to Upside Down Thinking | Book or AudiobookResources Mentioned:A Fool’s Wisdom by Steve Young | Book or AudiobookThe Principle | DocumentaryMagnetic Declination | WebsiteThe Blue Marble | WikipediaInstagram: @kellybroganmdWebsite: kellybroganmd.comJoin Kelly's monthly membership, Vital Life Project here.Get Kelly’s new book The Reclaimed Woman here and join the companion program, Reclaimed, here.

Let’s alchemize our shame and have an exquisite time doing it! Get ready to experience your body as a divine container and wholeheartedly accept yourself in Audacious Embodiment.Om Rupani is a teacher and practitioner in the realm of BDSM and conscious kink, known for his work on power dynamics, trauma, and erotic healing.In this episode, you're going to learn how BDSM can be used to revisit past trauma and reshape personal narratives, why jealousy and abandonment fears can be worked through in a controlled scene, how body shame can be addressed through role-play and worship dynamics, what parent-child scene design looks like in BDSM and how it helps people heal childhood wounds, and why cultural misconceptions about kink limit its potential as a tool for self-awareness and empowerment.Timestamps:[00:00] Introduction[03:05] How BDSM intersects with trauma, pleasure, and healing[05:12] Understanding the father-daughter dynamic in relationships[06:08] How childhood experiences shape adult desires[07:20] Why reenacting childhood wounds can be healing[08:14] Common father-daughter wounds and their emotional impact[09:05] Revisiting painful childhood memories in a controlled way[10:18] How a dom can rewrite past trauma[12:02] How reenacting childhood wounds changes self-perception[13:15] The role of psychodrama in BDSM[14:09] How women can relive and heal rejection from their fathers[15:30] Why BDSM scene design is structured like a play[16:22] Examples of how childhood wounds show up in adult relationships[19:02] The impact of revisiting parental rejection in scene play[20:10] The emotional release that comes from reenacting past pain[21:04] The psychological effects of feeling preferred or not preferred[22:15] The deep-rooted nature of childhood wounds in adult life[23:09] How re-experiencing childhood emotions can reframe memories[24:03] The importance of acknowledging that parents are human[25:12] Using BDSM to address self-worth issues rooted in childhood[26:08] Why people carry childhood pain into adulthood[27:00] The difference between memory, narrative, and reality[28:15] The role of the dom in guiding emotional catharsis[29:05] How the body holds onto past trauma[30:10] The connection between physical sensations and emotional healing[31:12] How BDSM can address and release stored trauma[32:20] The impact of feeling powerless as a child[33:08] How physical expression can help process past pain[34:04] Why talk therapy alone cannot resolve deep trauma[35:10] Jealousy as a common relationship challenge[36:02] How BDSM can be used to work through jealousy[38:00] How playing out jealousy can lessen its intensity[41:08] Why understanding your fears can give you more agency[42:04] How women can shift their perspective on their partner’s attraction to others[45:02] How body shame impacts relationships and intimacy[46:10] How BDSM can help heal body insecurities[47:15] Why body shaming is common in BDSM play[48:02] How men and women experience different types of body shame[49:08] The role of worship and cherishment in healing body shame[50:05] Why aftercare is essential in BDSM scenes[51:10] How physical play can anchor emotional healing[52:02] Why BDSM is not just for “kinky” people[53:08] How scene play can be an effective tool for personal growth[54:12] Why BDSM should not be stigmatized in therapeutic settings[55:05] How this approach can complement traditional therapy[56:02] The importance of embracing taboo topics for healingWant to start a podcast like this one? Book your free podcast planning call hereLearn more about Om Rupani’s School for Dominance & Submission on his website, YouTube channel and Instagram.Listen to the Om Rupani Podcast on Spotify or AppleInstagram: @kellybroganmdWebsite: kellybroganmd.comJoin Kelly's monthly membership, Vital Life Project here.Get Kelly’s new book The Reclaimed Woman here and join the companion program, Reclaimed, here.

Ask Kelly your burning questions in our monthly Vital Life Project membership.In this episode, you'll learn how to respond when your partner accuses you of being in victim consciousness or acting too masculine, how to practice self-containment and emotional regulation, how to shift relationship dynamics through behavioural surrender, and why focusing on your own fulfillment can lead to deeper connection. Timestamps:[00:00] Introduction  [00:50] Responding to accusations of victim consciousness  [02:13] Why pop psychology phrases can be harmful  [03:16] The role of containment in relationships  [05:37] Self-soothing versus expecting external validation  [06:58] Why men and women both need self-containment  [08:00] When emotional overwhelm becomes unmanageable  [09:10] How a partner can offer grounding and stability  [10:00] The importance of staying in your lane  [11:25] Why focusing on appreciation shifts relationship dynamics  [12:22] The power of choosing whether to stay or leave  [13:07] Avoiding the trap of making your partner wrong  [13:50] Strengthening the relationship instead of breaking it downWant to start a podcast like this one? Book your free podcast planning call hereResources Mentioned:The Surrendered Wife by Laura Doyle | Book or AudiobookOm Rupani’s Relationship Training | WebsiteInstagram: @kellybroganmdWebsite: kellybroganmd.comJoin Kelly's monthly membership, Vital Life Project here.Get Kelly’s new book The Reclaimed Woman here and join the companion program, Reclaimed, here.

If you want to feel more empowered in ALL of your relationships, end the cycles of pain in your mother line, and feel more confident as a parent,  join Kelly for Victimless Mothering.In this episode, you'll learn why children owe parents nothing beyond gratitude for life, how micromanaging your child's space can disconnect them from intrinsic motivation, why control-based parenting breeds entitlement, and how shifting to a devotional approach to motherhood creates a deeper connection.Timestamps:[00:00] Introduction  [00:30] The mother-child relationship is the deepest form of intimacy[01:15] The habit of micromanaging children's spaces[02:10] How control-based parenting impacts kids[03:05] Teaching kids compliance vs. true cooperation[04:00] Understanding the hidden motives behind parenting rules[05:00] Why children only owe parents gratitude for life[06:10] The natural flow of giving from parent to child[07:05] Recognizing the burden of transactional love[08:00] How unmet childhood needs shape parenting behaviour[09:15] Letting go of expectations for children’s appreciation[10:00] Why it’s okay if children never reciprocate gestures[11:10] The power of giving without expecting anything in return[12:05] How control-based parenting creates entitlement[13:00] Teaching kids intrinsic motivation instead of compliance[14:05] The issue with forcing kids to clean their rooms[15:00] Encouraging kids to take ownership of their space[16:10] How parents project their own discomfort onto their kids[17:00] Shifting from control to true service in parenting[18:00] Recognizing martyrdom and self-pity in motherhood[19:10] Prioritizing motherhood over career and personal goals[20:05] The mindset shift from burden to privilege in parenting[21:00] The importance of truly listening to children[22:00] Letting go of the need to control your child’s choicesWant to start a podcast like this one? Book your free podcast planning call hereResources Mentioned:Family Constellation Training | WebsiteInstagram: @kellybroganmdWebsite: kellybroganmd.comJoin Kelly's monthly membership, Vital Life Project here.Get Kelly’s new book The Reclaimed Woman here and join the companion program, Reclaimed, here.

If you’re a stretched-thin boss babe, frustrated wife, or “do it all” mamma who just needs a second for yourself, join Kelly’s Free Exhale Masterclass.Erica Komisar is a psychoanalyst and author specializing in maternal mental health.  In this episode, you’ll learn why early maternal presence is critical for a child’s emotional well-being, how modern feminism overlooked the developmental needs of children, why feeling bored with your baby may signal deeper psychological issues, the long-term consequences of outsourcing childcare, the link between attachment security and mental health and why prioritizing motherhood in the first three years can change future generations.Erica Komisar, LCSW, is a clinical social worker, psychoanalyst, and parent guidance expert who has been in private practice in New York City for over 30 years. A graduate of Georgetown and Columbia Universities and The New York Freudian Society, Ms. Komisar is a psychological consultant bringing parenting workshops to clinics, schools, corporations, and childcare settings.She is a contributor to The Wall Street Journal, The Washington Post, and The New York Daily News. She is also a contributing editor for The Institute for Family Studies and appears regularly on Fox and Friends and Fox 5 News. Erica is the author of Being There: Why Prioritizing Motherhood in the First Three Years Matters and Chicken Little the Sky Isn't Falling: Raising Resilient Adolescents in the New Age of Anxiety.Timestamps:[00:00] Introduction  [00:30] Why prioritizing motherhood is essential[01:45] The myth of work-life balance for women[03:12] Feminism’s impact on motherhood and career expectations[05:00] The consequences of trying to do it all[06:35] What children really need from mothers[08:20] How attachment security shapes a child's future[10:05] The role of instincts in mother-child bonding[12:10] Why some mothers feel bored with their infants[14:00] The link between postpartum depression and attachment[15:45] How generational trauma affects mothering instincts[17:30] The truth about institutional daycare[19:15] The psychological impact of a mother’s absence[21:00] Why maternal presence is irreplaceable in early years[22:50] How career-driven mothers can prioritize attachment[24:30] The long-term effects of early separation from mothers[26:15] Understanding the biological need for maternal care[28:00] How modern society devalues caretaking[29:45] Why fathers play a different role[31:30] The reality of work-life balance in early motherhood[33:20] How freedom and responsibility shape maternal choices[35:00] The impact of career ambition on mother-child bonding[36:45] Why true fulfillment comes from prioritizing relationships[38:30] How modern parenting expectations have changed[40:15] The importance of choosing motherhood with intention[42:00] Why achievement and career success feel empty[43:45] How to redefine personal success as a mother[45:30] Why self-care needs to be balanced with presence[47:15] The difference between necessary breaks and detachment[49:00] How babies experience absence, no matter the reason[50:45] Why the first 3 years set the foundation for life[52:30] The importance of legacy and emotional healthWant to start a podcast like this one? Book your free podcast planning call hereLearn more about Erica’s work on her website and Instagram.Resources Mentioned:Being There: Why Prioritizing Motherhood in the First Three Years Matters by Erica Komisar | Book or AudiobookChicken Little the Sky Isn't Falling: Raising Resilient Adolescents in the New Age of Anxiety by Erica Komisar | Book or AudiobookEpisode 60 of Reclamation Radio: Choosing Motherhood | Spotify or AppleExhale Masterclass with Kelly Brogan | WebsiteInstagram: @kellybroganmdWebsite: kellybroganmd.comJoin Kelly's monthly membership, Vital Life Project here.Get Kelly’s new book The Reclaimed Woman here and join the companion program, Reclaimed, here.

Cassie Gudmundson is a parenting coach who focuses on helping mothers navigate parenting with emotional self-regulation and mindful strategies.In this episode, you're going to learn how to manage toddler tantrums without the power struggles, why focusing on emotional regulation is essential so that toddlers' emotions aren’t suppressed, and how to guide them through feeling their emotions safely. We talk about practical approaches to handling sibling conflicts without creating blame or bad dynamics, how to reduce daily power struggles by letting go of unnecessary controls, and why modelling calm and respectful behaviour is more effective than using punishments or rewards.Cassie is a mama of 3 under 5 years old and a parent coach, specifically for toddler moms. It was a winding path that ended her up there. She previously owned a mindset coaching business — all of her clients were moms too, and she realized they were talking more about motherhood than business! It was obvious that moms were craving a new approach to parenting that allowed them to actually ENJOY these years, instead of just survive through them. With knowledge around Montessori, RIE parenting & in the thick of motherhood herself, she decided to go all in on coaching parenting! A community of 130k+ and nearly 1000 students later, this is definitely the work that was meant to beTimestamps:[00:00] Introduction  [04:11] How triggers from childhood influence parenting[06:08] Recognizing the importance of emotional regulation[08:25] Why punishment is not effective parenting[10:16] How to handle toddler tantrums calmly[12:01] Setting boundaries without power struggles[14:25] Managing public meltdowns[16:05] Role of co-regulation in parenting[18:01] Letting toddlers process emotions[22:28] Helping toddlers communicate emotions[24:35] Handling transitions like leaving the park[26:25] Building respect through honesty[28:22] Balancing parents’ needs with children’s autonomy[30:55] Recognizing toddlers as capable individuals[32:32] How parenting style affects older children[35:00] Shifting from control to connection[37:31] The difference between discipline and punishment[40:14] Encouraging intrinsic motivation in children[42:28] Teaching toddlers emotional regulation through play[45:27] The importance of modelling behaviour for kids[47:21] Neutral approaches to sibling conflicts[50:42] Allowing space for children to resolve conflicts[52:45] Prioritizing self-care as a mom[56:19] Reflections on emotional self-masteryWant to start a podcast like this one? Book your free podcast planning call hereConnect with Cassie through her Instagram, TikTok and website.Resources Mentioned:Alfie Kohn | WebsiteRIE Parenting by Magda Gerber | WebsiteAmerican Montessori Society | WebsiteInstagram: @kellybroganmdWebsite: kellybroganmd.comJoin Kelly's monthly membership, Vital Life Project here.Get Kelly’s new book The Reclaimed Woman here and join the companion program, Reclaimed, here.

Are you an over-achieving under-receiving woman? Watch my free masterclass.In this episode, you'll learn how to spot red flags early in relationships, set clear boundaries to avoid self-betrayal, meet your own emotional needs, and stay grounded while exploring new connections.Timestamps:[01:44] Starting over after a breakup[01:50] Feeling conflicted about new connections[02:23] Recognizing patterns in relationships[02:47] Identifying emotional availability in new partners[03:40] Avoiding the “intoxication” of attraction[04:10] Staying sober to assess new relationships[04:57] Exploring emotional sovereignty[05:42] Meeting your own emotional needs[06:16] Setting boundaries around relationship requirements[06:42] Avoiding self-betrayal in new dynamics[07:16] Communicating needs clearly and directly[08:10] Red flags as indicators of incompatibility[08:51] Managing emotional safety and security[09:11] Defining preferences versus non-negotiable needsWant to start a podcast like this one? Book your free podcast planning call hereInstagram: @kellybroganmdWebsite: kellybroganmd.comJoin Kelly's monthly membership, Vital Life Project here.Get Kelly’s new book The Reclaimed Woman here and join the companion program, Reclaimed, here.

End your legacy of over-achieving & under-receiving with Kelly’s free Exhale masterclass.In this episode, you'll learn how to process emotional triggers effectively, avoid defensive reactions, focus on what you truly want in difficult situations, and embrace a playful, creative approach to maintaining your energy and power.Timestamps:[00:00] Introduction[03:23] Recognizing emotional triggers and defensiveness[04:04] Identifying patterns in relationships with men[06:40] Resisting the urge to prove your perspective to others[08:21] How overachieving women fall into bitterness and overwhelm[08:54] The power of relaxing into a state of receiving [09:22] Self-regulating emotional responses to upsetting situations[10:06] The importance of being present with your feelings[11:37] Viewing challenges as part of your life’s script[13:02] Avoiding defensive reactions and finger-pointing[14:07] Accessing playful and creative energy in difficult moments[15:27] Shifting from fixing mode to creative mode[16:17] Focusing on what you actually want from an interaction[16:40] Letting go of the need to reorganize someone’s perspectiveWant to start a podcast like this one? Book your free podcast planning call hereResources Mentioned:Vital Mind Reset Program with Kelly Brogan | WebsiteInstagram: @kellybroganmdWebsite: kellybroganmd.comJoin Kelly's monthly membership, Vital Life Project here.Get Kelly’s new book The Reclaimed Woman here and join the companion program, Reclaimed, here.

Upgrade your water with 3 of Kelly's favourites: Quinton, the Analemma Wand (use code KELLYB for 15% off), and Alive spring water subscription.  Dr. Tom Cowan is a physician, and author who challenges mainstream medical assumptions and offers unique perspectives on health and biology.In this episode, you're going to learn why your body may already produce the water you need, what happens when you drink too much water and how it can disrupt your health, the difference between “primary water” and the water we typically drink, how your mitochondria play a critical role in creating water, and simple daily practices to optimize your body's natural hydration and energy production.Dr. Thomas Cowan is a well-known alternative medicine doctor, author, and speaker, with a common-sense, holistic approach to health and wellness. He has given countless lectures and workshops throughout the U.S. on a variety of subjects in health and medicine and is the author of six books. Recent publications include "The Truth About Contagion” co-authored by Sally Fallon Morell, “Cancer and the New Biology of Water” and "Human Heart, Cosmic Heart."Timestamps:[03:54] Why water scarcity might be a myth[07:03] What primary water is and why it matters[10:40] How drinking too much water can harm your health[13:30] How mitochondria produce water and energy[18:04] The role of sunlight and electromagnetic forces in hydration[23:41] How your body creates its own water naturally[29:15] Why dead water leads to disease[32:07] Differences between hydrological water and primary water[37:38] How poor energy production causes dehydration[43:19] Tom’s daily routine for optimal hydration and energy[46:04] What structured water is and why it charges your body[50:08] Why sunlight and minerals are essential for health[52:04] The importance of rituals and a relationship with water[57:40] Why natural water creation is key to wellnessWant to start a podcast like this one? Book your free podcast planning call hereSee the living world in a new way with Dr. Tom Cowan's New Biology CoursesConnect with Dr. Tom on X, Instagram and his website.If you want to learn more about Dr. Cowan’s Garden, click here.Learn more about New Biology by visiting the clinic’s website.Resources Mentioned:The Truth About Contagion by Dr. Tom Cowan and Sally Fallon Morell | Book Cancer and the New Biology of Water by Dr. Tom Cowan | Book or AudiobookHuman Heart, Cosmic Heart by Dr. Tom Cowan | Book or AudiobookInstagram: @kellybroganmdWebsite: kellybroganmd.comJoin Kelly's monthly membership, Vital Life Project here.Get Kelly’s new book The Reclaimed Woman here and join the companion program, Reclaimed, here.

Are you an over-achieving under-receiving woman? Watch my free masterclass.Kara Nicole Bitar is a former attorney turned Optimization Coach specializing in helping people align with their true nature. In this episode, you're going to learn why Kara walked away from a prestigious legal career without a plan, how understanding her uniqueness changed her life, what the manifesting blueprint reveals about thriving in life, why vision boards don’t work for everyone, and how seven polarities can help you live in alignment and avoid burnout.Kara Nicole Bitar holds a Juris Doctor from Duke University School of Law and practiced high-stakes corporate litigation at one of the largest law firms in the Southeast of the United States. Kara now combines the dedication and commitment that it took to become a successful attorney, real-life training in what it takes to succeed at high-levels, and extensive research, experience and training in how to optimize our lives, to help her clients live the most joyous, energized and successful versions of themselves. She does this through Optimization Programs she developed, Akashic Records readings and teaching Kundalini Yoga. Kara is a KRI Certified Instructor of Kundalini Yoga, Reiki Master, Certified ThetaHealing® Practitioner and Certified SoulRealignment® PractitionerTimestamps:[06:26] Why Kara left her successful legal career[12:14] Introduction to the manifesting blueprint[13:42] The importance of knowing and expressing your uniqueness[16:10] Similarity vs contrast explained[20:05] How similarity can guide personal growth[21:27] Understanding how contrast thrives in unlikeness[25:11] Process vs outcome and how it defines success[29:37] Why vision boards don’t work for process-oriented people[31:45] Internal vs external: how people know themselves[35:04] Why internal people need alone time to thrive[40:01] Consistent vs variable: thriving in repetition or newness[45:07] Reinventive vs innovative: creating through reinvention or originality[47:46] Instigative vs reactive: making changes proactively or in response[50:08] How integrative vs exclusive people process decisionsWant to start a podcast like this one? Book your free podcast planning call hereGet  $100 off your Manifesting Blueprint with this special offer for Kelly's listeners here.If you want to connect with Kara, visit her website and follow her on Instagram.Instagram: @kellybroganmdWebsite: kellybroganmd.comJoin Kelly's monthly membership, Vital Life Project here.Get Kelly’s new book The Reclaimed Woman here and join the companion program, Reclaimed, here.This week’s episode was sponsored by Lotus Wei. Head to lotuswei.com and use the code Kelly15 to get 15% off your purchase.

Join Kelly's sovereignty-minded monthly membership Vital Life Project Membership.In this episode of Audacious Asks, you'll learn how to set boundaries with adult children, recognize hidden expectations in financial support, foster independence in young adults, and create conscious agreements for healthier relationships.Timestamps:[01:43] Addressing financial independence for young adult children living at home.[05:10] How to approach financial support with clear expectations.[07:20] Encouraging independence and self-trust in sons.[09:35] Setting boundaries without guilt or resentment.Find more from Kelly Brogan:Instagram: @kellybroganmdWebsite: kellybroganmd.comJoin Kelly's monthly membership, Vital Life Project here.Get Kelly’s new book The Reclaimed Woman here and join the companion program, Reclaimed, here.This week’s episode was sponsored by Lotus Wei. Head to lotuswei.com and use the code Kelly15 to get 15% off your purchase.

Join Kelly's Vital Life Project Membership.Dr. Steven A. Young is a physicist, DJ, and author known for challenging mainstream scientific paradigms.In this episode, you're going to learn why Dr. Young questions the utility of modern scientific theories like quantum mechanics and atomic physics, how his research led him to explore alternative frameworks such as alchemy, the five major scientific theories he critiques and their societal implications, his perspective on the origins and applications of atomic theory and gravity, and why he believes embracing ancient sciences could provide more practical and holistic insights into reality.Dr. Steven A. Young is an author, musician, and natural philosopher recognized for his work under the music alias Hedflux and is the author of A Fool's Wisdom: Science, Conspiracies & The Secret Art of Alchemy (2024). With a background in theoretical physics, holding both a Master of Science (MSci) and a PhD, Steven has carved an eclectic career at the crossroads of science, spirituality, and music.Based in Scotland with his wife and three children, Steven continues to expand his work at the intersection of science and spirituality, exploring alchemical philosophy and the transformative power of sound and music. Timestamps:[04:08] Science that bears fruit vs science that doesn't  [05:25] Dr. Young's journey after leaving academia  [07:59] The rise of new physics and its criticisms  [10:04] The five elemental theories in scientism  [12:38] Atomism as a fallacy and its implications  [14:39] Materialism vs holistic worldviews  [17:28] Wave-particle duality and its critique  [20:12] Questioning the concept of nuclear weapons  [23:24] Linking atomism to heliocentrism  [25:51] Challenging the proof of Earth's curvature  [28:09] Gravity as the linchpin of the cosmos  [30:40] Ancient methods of predicting eclipses  [34:22] The burden of proof in scientific claims  [37:30] Common critiques of the globe theory  [41:31] Evolution vs creationism perspectives  [44:27] Questioning viruses and germ theory  [48:11] The connection between scientism and control  [50:55] Dr. Young's personal transformation and writing process  [54:33] Alchemy as a framework for understanding  [57:50] Why alchemy remains hidden but accessible  Want to listen to Music Alchemy? Check out Hedflux.To hear more from Dr. Steven A. Young visit his Website or subscribe to his Substack and Telegram.Resources Mentioned:A Fool’s Wisdom by Dr. Steven A. Young | Book or Audiobook Find more from Kelly Brogan:Instagram: @kellybroganmdWebsite: kellybroganmd.comJoin Kelly's monthly membership, Vital Life Project here.Get Kelly’s new book The Reclaimed Woman here and join the companion program, Reclaimed, here.This week’s episode was sponsored by Lotus Wei. Head to lotuswei.com and use the code Kelly15 to get 15% off your purchase.

Register for my Over-achieving, Under-receiving Masterclass on December 12th at noon Eastern here.In this episode, you'll learn a practical approach to deciding whether to stay in or leave a marriage, how to manage emotional conflicts with clarity, and ways to align your choices with your inner values.Timestamps:[03:08] Why marriage can be a meaningful container[05:54] Self-husbanding as a tool for inner attunement [07:14] The danger of staying on the fence in relationships[08:27] Clearing noise to access inner clarity[09:43] Three choices for moving forward in a relationship[10:24] How to leave a marriage with peace and gratitude[11:53] The cords that keep you tied to past relationships[12:44] Why superiority blocks emotional closure[13:38] Communicating your emotional state to your partner[14:46] Giving yourself time and space to find clarity[15:44] The vulnerability of choosing to stay in a marriage[17:11] The difference between boundaries and vulnerability[18:09] Devotion to the marriage as a sacred container[19:44] Accepting your partner as they are[20:57] Offering unconditional love in adult relationships[22:36] Avoiding the in-between state of victim consciousness[23:36] Acting as a woman who fully chooses her partnerResources Mentioned:Marine Sélénée | WebsiteFind more from Kelly Brogan:Instagram: @kellybroganmdWebsite: kellybroganmd.comJoin Kelly's monthly membership, Vital Life Project here.Get Kelly’s new book The Reclaimed Woman here and join the companion program, Reclaimed, here.This week’s episode was sponsored by Lotus Wei. Head to lotuswei.com and use the code Kelly15 to get 15% off your purchase.

Do you want to end the cycles of pain in your mother line? Sign up for my Victimless Mothering Masterclass and learn to Own Your Self.Register for my Over-achieving, Under-receiving Masterclass on December 12th at noon Eastern here.In this episode, you'll learn how to approach finances when the wife is the breadwinner, why letting go of career ambitions for motherhood can be fulfilling and what it means to embrace different phases of life as a woman. You will understand why being a "relaxed woman" is a powerful act in today's society and how to navigate the challenges of role reversals in marriage.Alyssa is a mother, scientist, entrepreneur, and writer with expertise in immunology, community building, and venture creation. Most recently, Alyssa spent six years in various roles at a multi-billion dollar healthcare investment firm, where she fundraised and evaluated the technological feasibility of biotech assets. During this time, she helped several people start companies, including a high-throughput wood product manufacturing business that she and her husband currently operate. Previously, Alyssa served as engineering director for the Yale Center for Biomedical Innovation and Technology (CBIT), an effort that connected Yale University and Yale-New Haven Health Center. In that role, Alyssa taught undergraduate courses, advised project teams, ran large healthcare hackathons, and managed academic-industry partnerships. Timestamps:[05:12] Alyssa’s views on being “just a mother”[06:52] Early career journey in STEM fields[07:53] Lessons from observing career women[08:55] Transition from academia to investment[10:15] Impact of motherhood on priorities[10:58] Navigating parenthood and work-life balance[11:42] Struggles with ethical gray areas in work[13:26] Decision to work from home as a mother  [13:47] The challenge of quitting a high-paying job[14:29] Understanding financial dependence[16:05] Transitioning roles with her husband[17:19] The impact of earning potential on women[18:21] Misguided focus on career over family[19:15] Financial pressures and decision-making[20:35] Struggles with superiority and control[21:25] Observing cultural pressures on women[23:39] Red, black, and white phases explained[24:31] Transformations through motherhood[28:21] Trust and vulnerability in marriage[29:49] Career realizations after becoming a mother[30:38] Breaking away from external pressures[32:09] Conversations about financial changes[33:51] Her husband’s response to her decision[34:20] Finding a new balance as a family[35:37] Building confidence in her husband’s role[36:31] Experimenting with traditional roles[39:27] Trusting in timing and spiritual guidance[40:59] Overcoming control tendencies in marriage[41:50] Learning to trust her husband’s decisions[43:19] Letting go of resentment and victimhood[46:00] Handling failures and problem-solving[49:44] The importance of being fully present[50:34] Reframing mundane tasks as devotion[52:02] Finding joy in simpler rhythms of life[53:14] Adjusting to a slower pace with children[54:23] Reducing friction in daily routines[56:08] Natural sensitivity returning through slowing down[57:10] Feeling provided for by her husband[58:07] Using creative impulses in new ventures[59:53] Advice for new mothers about simplicityCheck out The River Valley Collective’s Website and connect with Alyssa through The Soulful Scientist’s Substack.Resources Mentioned:Dr. Martin Shaw | WebsiteThe Surrendered Wife by Laura Doyle | Book or AudiobookThe Empowered Wife by Laura Doyle | Book or AudiobookFind more from Kelly Brogan:Instagram: @kellybroganmdWebsite: kellybroganmd.comJoin Kelly's monthly membership, Vital Life Project here.Get Kelly’s new book The Reclaimed Woman here and join the companion program, Reclaimed, here.This week’s episode was sponsored by Lotus Wei. Head to lotuswei.com and use the code Kelly15 to get 15% off your purchase.

Ask Kelly your burning questions in our monthly Vital Life Project Membership.In this episode, you'll learn how to manage difficult emotions by orienting to the present, reframe victim-based thinking, improve self-awareness, and assess choices to find clarity in your responses to life's challenges.Timestamps:[01:45] Question 1: How to empower your self-narrative[03:33] Discharging negative energy in healthy ways[04:04] Allowing the negativity "buck" to stop with you[05:32] Handling intense emotions in the present moment[07:05] Finding effective actions in your own life[08:07] Focusing on self-allegiance in relationships[09:01] Growing your capacity to sit with discomfort[09:58] Finding beauty and empowerment in the present moment[11:02] Reframing intruding negative thoughts[11:55} Question 2: Practical tips for reframing complaints[13:00] Difference between complaining and asking for support[13:58] Learning to be tender with yourself and others[15:19] Knowing what you need and asking for it clearly[16:48] Question 3: Personal growth through inner caretaker work[18:04] Staying grounded despite pessimism about the future[19:07] Recognizing personal sovereignty over external events[20:11] Coping with existential and nihilistic thoughts[20:56] Accepting that you can handle any emotion[21:46] Assessing choices from a grounded perspective[22:40] Shifting from a victim to an empowered mindset[23:31] Importance of inner work and self-focus[24:29] Story of shattered innocence and growth[25:31] Embracing humility and present-moment perception[26:39] Tips on self-perception and accurate awarenessResources Mentioned:Exit The Cave by Howdie Mickoski | BookFind more from Kelly Brogan:Instagram: @kellybroganmdWebsite: kellybroganmd.comJoin Kelly's monthly membership, Vital Life Project here.Get Kelly’s new book The Reclaimed Woman here and join the companion program, Reclaimed, here.This week’s episode was sponsored by Lotus Wei. Head to lotuswei.com and use the code Kelly15 to get 15% off your purchase.

In this episode, you'll learn how female entrepreneurs can balance their careers with family life, how to recognize the pitfalls of work-life integration, and how to build a business that truly supports your personal and professional goals.Timestamps: [03:09] Myths about balancing business, motherhood, and relationships[10:07] Relationship dynamics with business and leadership[20:02] Aligning business structure with feminine energy[26:32] Career fulfillment and motherhood?Join Kelly's Reclaimed Program and MembershipFind more from Kelly Brogan:Instagram: @kellybroganmdWebsite: kellybroganmd.comJoin Kelly's monthly membership, Vital Life Project here.Get Kelly’s new book The Reclaimed Woman here and join the companion program, Reclaimed, here.

Joel Schafer is a student of the Toltec teachings and an expert in the dreaming arts.In this episode, you're going to learn that the dreaming arts help you see life as a dream and take control of your reality, how your attention and perception shape your experience, why sexual energy is linked to dreaming energy, and why all of this matters. You will also learn how to bring death into your awareness as a guide for living with purpose and how recapitulation can help reclaim your energy from past experiences.Joel Schafer is a personal empowerment mentor & shamanic dreaming arts teacher. Through online courses, one-on-one mentoring & in-person workshops, Joel trains people in a highly effective way to reclaim vital energy & attention utilizing the Toltec knowledge base. These are powerful nonlinear redistribution techniques that guide & support students in discovering clear purpose, increasing awareness, getting grounded, reclaiming focus & accessing strong intent.The dreaming arts are energetic practices utilized by shamanic practitioners to achieve unique states of awareness and perception, and they can be useful for anyone wishing to strengthen their lives in any way, as they lend one the energy needed to make real change.Joel is also a really good listener and mirror, offering practical but magical solutions to the challenges life presents. Timestamps:[05:29] The difference between energetic and spiritual practices[11:04] The connection between sexual energy and dreaming[15:20] The role of fear in limiting perception[19:17] What the luminous cocoon is and its impact on energy[23:41] Using death as an advisor for life[33:16] Reclaiming energy through recapitulation and memories[40:46] How sexual energy influences lucid dreamingJoin Joel's next in-person event: Seeing the Mirror.Connect with Joel on Facebook, Instagram, X and on his YouTube Channel.Ask Kelly your burning questions with a monthly Vital Life Project Membership.Find more from Kelly Brogan:Instagram: @kellybroganmdWebsite: kellybroganmd.comJoin Kelly's monthly membership, Vital Life Project here.Get Kelly’s new book The Reclaimed Woman here and join the companion program, Reclaimed, here.

Dr. Daniel Roytas has qualifications in naturopathy and human nutrition with 10 years of clinical experience.In this episode, you're going to learn why the idea that germs cause disease may not be the whole truth, how environmental factors and nutrition play a bigger role in illness than we thought, and the historical misconceptions behind germ theory. You’ll gain insights into what research shows about contagions and how you can take control of your health by focusing on simple lifestyle changes.In late 2022, Dr. Daniel resigned from his position as a Senior Lecturer of Australia’s leading natural medicine educational institutions after becoming disillusioned with the curriculum he was teaching. This allowed him to focus on other projects such as his book "Can You Catch A Cold? Untold History & Human Experiments" which was published in March of 2024. Timestamps:[03:38] Introduction to germ theory and why it’s good to be skeptical[08:38] The difficulty of finding research on non-contagious diseases  [12:43] Historical debate on contagion versus terrain theory  [20:19] Difference between bacteria, viruses, and the body's response  [32:24] How flu viruses were replaced by germ theory  [40:03] Koch’s postulates and the flaws of germ theory  [50:01] Environmental factors and lifestyle as major drivers of diseaseCan You Catch A Cold? Check out Dr. Daniel’s book and challenge your understanding of infectious disease.Catch up with Dr. Daniel through Humanely’s Website, Facebook, Instagram and on their Telegram Channel.Ask Kelly your burning questions with a monthly Vital Life Project Membership.Resources Mentioned:Dissolving Illusions by Roman Bystrianyk | Book or AudiobookFind more from Kelly Brogan:Instagram: @kellybroganmdWebsite: kellybroganmd.comJoin Kelly's monthly membership, Vital Life Project here.Get Kelly’s new book The Reclaimed Woman here and join the companion program, Reclaimed, here.Affiliates:This episode is sponsored by Samahdi Moss. Use code KELLY10 for 10% off your sea moss!

In this episode, you'll learn how to break free from “the performer” sabotaging your relationships, why polyamory might be calling to you, and how commitment deepens intimacy and connection.Timestamps:[01:43] Question: How do I know I am loved without verbal affirmations[05:29] The importance of attuning to yourself[09:02] Question: What’s your view on consensual non-monogamy?[17:03] Managing sexual energy within relationships[22:26] Question: How can I support a partner uninterested in growth?[24:30] Choosing your partner as they areAsk Kelly your burning questions in our monthly Vital Life Project Membership.Resources Mentioned:The Surrendered Wife by Laura Doyle | BookReclamation Radio Ep 30: Reclamation of Courtship | Spotify or AppleRabbi Manis Friedman | YouTubeFind more from Kelly Brogan:Instagram: @kellybroganmdWebsite: kellybroganmd.comJoin Kelly's monthly membership, Vital Life Project here.Get Kelly’s new book The Reclaimed Woman here and join the companion program, Reclaimed, here.

Join Kelly's sovereignty-minded monthly membership at Vital Life Project.In this episode, Kelly talks with Alec Zeck, a former military man and founder of The Way Forward Podcast. Alec shares his critical views on mainstream health paradigms and the importance of self-responsibility. They discuss the pitfalls of certainty in beliefs, the concept of "victim consciousness," and the empowering journey of metaphysical alchemy. Alec’s unique perspective will inspire you to question established narratives and explore deeper truths about health and self-ownership.D. Alec Zeck is an independent researcher, podcaster, speaker, writer, former Army Captain, husband and father of two young children. He is best known for his popular Podcast “The Way Forward with Alec Zeck” which is consistently one of the highest-ranking alternative health podcasts in the world.Alec is the Founder and Chief Storyteller of The Way Forward— an organization focused on educating, empowering, and uniting men and women from all walks of life in pursuit of health, liberty, and awareness— and the producer of the viral educational series The End of Covid. He is also the former Executive Director and Founder of Health Freedom for Humanity. Alec received his B.S. in Systems Engineering from the United States Military Academy at West Point.Timestamps:5:00 Understanding how trauma blocks rational thinking and decision-making.10:45 Reframing victim consciousness to reclaim your power and autonomy.17:30 Challenging foundational beliefs to break free from disempowerment.23:10 The importance of logical fallacies in evaluating scientific claims.30:20 Using inner alchemy to transform trauma into empowerment.38:40 Recognizing when external sources of power are limiting personal growth.45:50 Why 100% self-responsibility is key to true freedom and healing.This episode is sponsored by Samadhi Moss. Use code KELLY10 for 10% off your sea moss! Connect with Alec on his Instagram or on The Way Forward’s InstagramFind more from Kelly Brogan:Instagram: @kellybroganmdWebsite: kellybroganmd.comJoin Kelly's monthly membership, Vital Life Project here.Get Kelly’s new book The Reclaimed Woman here and join the companion program, Reclaimed, here.

Join Emily’s Free Magic Maker Course on Oct 16th 2024!In this episode, Kelly interviews Emily Fletcher, founder of Ziva Meditation and a transformative guide in emotional self-regulation and manifesting. Kelly and Emily discuss harnessing internal safety, vibrant life energy, and the underestimated power of emotions. Tune in to learn about how practices like meditation and emotional alchemy can enrich your daily life, making you feel truly alive and empowered. Emily's journey from Broadway to spiritual teaching is an inspiring tale you won't want to miss!Emily Fletcher is the founder of Ziva and host of the Why Isn't Everyone Doing This? Podcast. She's an international speaker whose superpower is making esoteric tools accessible to a mainstream audience, teaching over 50k people meditation and manifesting.Emily has been in deep creation mode, birthing a powerful new modality and course that combines ancient wisdom with modern science. By using potent Embodied Manifesting techniques this immersive experience will unlock your reservoirs of creativity, energy and magnetism. All so you can remember what you were put on this Earth to do and have a great time doing it.We can't announce the name just yet, but this soon-to-launch program will teach you to create the life of your wildest imagination and glow from the inside out, all by harnessing the most creative and magnetic force on the planet.Timestamps:5:30 Cultivate alignment between masculine performance and feminine magnetism.9:05 Shift from external accomplishments to internal priorities for better focus.16:11 Leverage meditation to enhance emotional alchemy and neuroplasticity.24:22 Prioritize emotional self-regulation to create safety and deeper connections.32:22 Practice emotional alchemy by expressing and moving your emotions.41:12 Use embodiment to visualize, alchemize, and magnetize goals.48:36 Learn to feel your feelings to increase your capacity for joy and pleasure.Stay connected with Emily through the Ziva Meditation Website and on Instagram.Resources Mentioned:Mama Gena | WebsiteLayla Martin | WebsiteThis episode is sponsored by Lotus Wei. Use Code KELLY15 to get 15% off of your purchase.Find more from Kelly Brogan:WebsiteXYouTubeTikTok

Take Kelly's free workshop and learn more about the Vital Mind Reset program here. In this episode, Kelly interviews Mama Gena, an influential leader in women’s empowerment. Mama Gena founded the School of Womanly Arts, impacting thousands worldwide. She opens up about starting her school while raising her daughter, the challenges of female entrepreneurship, and how personal relationships have shaped her journey. Mama Gena and Kelly delve into the balance between professional passion and personal fulfillment, offering insights on taking radical responsibility and fostering deep connections. Tune in to discover strategies for reclaiming your health, sexuality, and power.Regena Thomashauer (a.k.a. “Mama Gena”) is a best-selling author, media personality, and founder and CEO of the School of Womanly Arts.She’s on a mission to help women reclaim their power by tapping into the divine feminine and infusing their lives with the lost art of pleasure. Thomashauer’s approach stems from decades of research in the social, cultural, and economic history of women, with a distinctive style that is at once irreverent, unwavering, and affirming. In addition to leading the School of Womanly Arts, Thomashauer has authored four popular books, including New York Times Bestseller, Pussy: A Reclamation. She’s been featured widely as a leading expert in modern feminism. Join the global movement and learn more about Mama Gena at www.mamagenas.com.Timestamps:5:30 How to focus on self-care to prevent burnout and enhance vitality.10:20 Recognizing and addressing childhood patterns that influence behaviour.15:40 Why daily discipline benefits your mental and physical health.18:51 Embrace symptoms as signs to deepen self-awareness and growth.22:38 Connect to your inner feminine to find self-acceptance.30:01 Is insomnia an opportunity for internal healing?36:45 Simple detox practices for lasting health benefits.Follow Mama Gena on her Facebook and Instagram.Find more from Kelly Brogan:WebsiteXYouTubeTikTok                   

In this illuminating episode of Reclamation Radio, Dr. Kelly Brogan engages in a profound conversation with Dr. Melissa Sell, an expert in German New Medicine. Together, they explore the biological and psycho-spiritual dimensions of our gendered experiences, focusing on how understanding these can lead to greater harmony and fulfillment.Dr. Sell delves into the intricate dynamics of German New Medicine, explaining how biological conflicts influence our health, relationships, and societal roles.Key topics discussed:●     Understanding German New Medicine and its implications for health and disease●     The biological differences between men and women and their evolutionary significance●     The impact of societal and familial programming on gender roles●     Emotional maturity and the role of early life conflicts●     The influence of feminism, sexual liberation, and societal agendas on gender dynamics●     Menstrual irregularities, infertility, and STD's from a German New Medicine perspective●     The significance of early pregnancies in emotional and biological maturationThroughout the conversation, Dr. Brogan and Dr. Sell emphasize the importance of reclaiming our natural biological roles to foster deeper connections and greater fulfillment. They discuss how modern societal structures often disrupt these natural roles, leading to widespread dissatisfaction and health issues. The episode offers a blend of scientific insights and practical advice, providing listeners with a roadmap to navigate their own journeys of self-discovery and growth.Connect with Dr. Melissa Sell:●     Instagram: @drmelissasell●     Website: drmelissasell.com●     Learn more about Dr. Sell's course 'Bio-Logical Woman' here and use this link for early registration. Connect with Kelly:●     Instagram: @kellybroganmd●     Website: kellybroganmd.com●     Book your free consultation with your team here.●     Learn more about Samadhi Moss here and use code KELLY10 for 10% off your sea moss!●     Join Kelly's monthly membership, Vital Life Project here●     What's your Reclamation Remedy? Take Kelly's quiz here.●     Head to Kelly's Audacious Entrepreneurship Masterclass here.●     Get Kelly’s new book The Reclaimed Woman here and join the companion program, Reclaimed, here.