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  • 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 powerlessness

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  • 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 partners

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    Resources Mentioned:

    Family Constellations | Website

    Another Self | Netflix

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  • 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 inquiry

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    Connect with Mark on Telegram, Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube, X, Facebook and his website.

    Mark’s Books:

    An End to the Upside Down Cosmos | Book or Audiobook

    An End to Upside Down Medicine | Book or Audiobook

    An End to the Upside Down Reset | Book or Audiobook

    An End to Upside Down Contact | Book or Audiobook

    An End to Upside Down Liberty | Book or Audiobook

    An End to Upside Down Living | Book or Audiobook

    An End to Upside Down Thinking | Book or Audiobook

    Resources Mentioned:

    A Fool’s Wisdom by Steve Young | Book or Audiobook

    The Principle | Documentary

    Magnetic Declination | Website

    The Blue Marble | Wikipedia

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  • 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 healing

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    Learn 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 Apple

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  • 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 down

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    Resources Mentioned:

    The Surrendered Wife by Laura Doyle | Book or Audiobook

    Om Rupani’s Relationship Training | Website

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  • 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 choices

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    Resources Mentioned:

    Family Constellation Training | Website

    Instagram: @kellybroganmd

    Website: kellybroganmd.com

    Join 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 health

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    Learn 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 Audiobook

    Chicken Little the Sky Isn't Falling: Raising Resilient Adolescents in the New Age of Anxiety by Erica Komisar | Book or Audiobook

    Episode 60 of Reclamation Radio: Choosing Motherhood | Spotify or Apple

    Exhale Masterclass with Kelly Brogan | Website

    Instagram: @kellybroganmd

    Website: kellybroganmd.com

    Join 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 be

    Timestamps:

    [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-mastery

    Want to start a podcast like this one? Book your free podcast planning call here

    Connect with Cassie through her Instagram, TikTok and website.

    Resources Mentioned:

    Alfie Kohn | Website

    RIE Parenting by Magda Gerber | Website

    American Montessori Society | Website

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  • 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 needs

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    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 perspective

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    Resources Mentioned:

    Vital Mind Reset Program with Kelly Brogan | Website

    Instagram: @kellybroganmd

    Website: kellybroganmd.com

    Join 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 wellness

    Want to start a podcast like this one? Book your free podcast planning call here

    See the living world in a new way with Dr. Tom Cowan's New Biology Courses

    Connect 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 Audiobook

    Human Heart, Cosmic Heart by Dr. Tom Cowan | Book or Audiobook

    Instagram: @kellybroganmd

    Website: kellybroganmd.com

    Join 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® Practitioner

    Timestamps:

    [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 decisions

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    Get  $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: @kellybroganmd

    Website: kellybroganmd.com

    Join 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:

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    Join Kelly's monthly membership, Vital Life Project here.

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    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 

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  • 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 partner

    Resources Mentioned:

    Marine Sélénée | Website

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  • 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 simplicity

    Check out The River Valley Collective’s Website and connect with Alyssa through The Soulful Scientist’s Substack.

    Resources Mentioned:

    Dr. Martin Shaw | Website

    The Surrendered Wife by Laura Doyle | Book or Audiobook

    The Empowered Wife by Laura Doyle | Book or Audiobook

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  • 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 awareness

    Resources Mentioned:

    Exit The Cave by Howdie Mickoski | Book

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  • 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?

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  • 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 dreaming

    Join Joel's next in-person event: Seeing the Mirror.

    Connect with Joel on Facebook, Instagram, X and on his YouTube Channel.

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  • 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 disease

    Can 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.

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    Resources Mentioned:

    Dissolving Illusions by Roman Bystrianyk | Book or Audiobook

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