In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Mauro Zappaterra—Harvard-trained physician, researcher, and truly one of the most heart-centered scientists I’ve ever met. His work has changed the way we understand not only fetal development, but consciousness itself. Together, we explore the powerful, often overlooked role of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) and amniotic fluid—what I now see as the brain’s hidden river and the womb’s sacred mirror.
Dr. Zappaterra takes us into the third ventricle, a deeply intuitive space in the brain where CSF flows and dimensional awareness begins. We talk about how this fluid supports our nervous system, carries emotional and energetic imprints, and can become a tool for healing if we learn to attune to it. For birth workers, parents, and anyone on a path of remembering, this conversation reveals the deep intelligence stored within us since before birth.
We also explore the emotional signature of amniotic fluid—how a mother’s or surrogate’s internal state imprints the developing child, and how that connection lives on far beyond the womb. You’ll hear how interventions like epidurals can shift the natural flow of this system, and what we can do to reconnect with it holistically.
This episode is about remembering that we are fluid beings, deeply connected to something ancient, sacred, and intelligent that has always been within us.
Inside this conversation:
Chapters:
(00:01:13) Introduction
(00:01:59) The Brain’s Hidden River: Dr. Mauro Zapaterra’s Exploration of Cerebrospinal Fluid
(00:17:10) The Neurofluid Connection and How the Third Ventricle and CSF Support Consciousness and Dimensional Awareness
(00:25:29) The Untold Power of Cerebrospinal Fluid, A Hidden Key to Anatomy and Awakening
(00:35:41) How Cerebrospinal Fluid Shapes Fetal Development and Reflects Maternal Emotion
(00:47:17) How Amniotic Fluid Creates a Lifelong Connection Between Surrogate and Child
(00:55:00) Steps to Connect with the Stored Intelligence in Your CSF
(01:12:01) Why We Resist the Unseen and How to Attune to Subtle Energies
(01:17:21) Epidural Interventions and Their Influence on Cerebrospinal Fluid and Holistic Ways to Rebalance
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What if parenting wasn’t about control—but connection? In this powerful episode of Born to Know, I sit down with Kirk Martin, founder of Celebrate Calm, who has helped over 1 million families across 20+ countries transform relationships with even the most strong-willed children. His work has brought peace to homes challenged by ADHD, anxiety, defiance, and explosive behavior—not by forcing change in kids, but by guiding parents back to themselves.
We explore why micromanagement blocks emotional maturity, how parental anxiety fuels disconnection, and why conventional milestones—like reading at age 4—are often arbitrary distractions from a child’s true development. Kirk offers tangible tools for letting go of control, building emotional safety, and raising kids who trust themselves.
If you’ve ever felt the pressure to “fix” your child, this conversation invites a shift: what if your child isn’t broken… and never was? Learn how curiosity, autonomy, and deep respect can replace punishment, pressure, and power struggles. This is for parents raising ADHD kids, spirited learners, and beautifully “different” children who don’t fit the mold—and never should.
Chapters:
(00:00:00) Introduction
(00:02:26) Redefining Parenting: Kirk Martin on Healing, Connection, and the End of Power Struggles
(00:07:26) The Mimicry Effect: Why Children Reflect the Behaviors They See in Parents
(00:09:00) Stop Micromanaging, Start Empowering: Kirk Martin’s Phrases That Build Confidence in Kids—and Calm in Parents
(00:14:29) Letting Go of Control: Practical Tools to Support Your Child Without Micromanaging
(00:18:30) Let Them Choose: Why Choices Help Kids Understand Themselves
(00:23:57) Freedom Doesn’t Breed Rebellion: How Respecting Your Child’s Choices Fosters Self-Awareness and Lifelong Authenticity
(00:28:21) The Power of Being 'Weird': Why Authentic, Strong-Willed Kids Grow Into Exceptional Adults
(00:32:00) Misunderstood in the Classroom: Why Strong-Willed Kids Resist Traditional Schooling—And Still Grow into Bold, Creative Leaders
(00:38:00) Raising Creative Kids: Why Boredom, Nature, and Peer Connection Matter More Than Constant Entertainment
(00:45:09) Teaching Trust, Not Obedience: The Hidden Costs of Conventional Schooling and the Power of Autonomy at Home
(00:50:15) How Parental Anxiety Shapes Children and Disrupts the Parent-Child Connection
(00:54:27) The Phrases that Shape Us: How Parental Words Resonate Into Adulthood and Impact Self-Worth
(01:00:05) Nurturing Curiosity: Why Focusing on Your Child’s Strengths Outshines Any Report Card
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In this powerful episode of Born to Know, I sit down with Laura Matsue—a psychospiritual coach, evolutionary astrologer, and healer whose work has transformed my understanding of soul growth, trauma, and the future of AI. From the very start, Laura’s story of her reverse nodal return sparked a profound psycho-spiritual awakening that sets the tone for a conversation that will truly change your life.
We dive deep into Pluto in Scorpio’s generational call for soul-level healing and trauma transformation, exploring how evolutionary astrology reveals our karmic contracts and soul lessons through the North and South Nodes. You’ll discover how the Saturn-Pluto conjunction marked a cosmic turning point, triggering the global pandemic and reshaping social and cultural beliefs on a profound level.
We also unpack the echoes of Orwellian propaganda and energetic influence in the COVID era before moving into the astrology behind the AI revolution with Pluto in Aquarius. Laura sheds light on the hidden toll AI takes on creativity and consciousness, and how this technological shift challenges us to reclaim real human connection.
For parents, this episode offers insight into raising children in a digital world and reviving creativity through real-life exploration. We close by exploring somatic healing, recognizing dissociation, and building stronger relationships through body awareness.
If you’re ready to rethink AI and spirituality, prepare for spiritual growth in the digital age, and awaken your soul’s journey—this conversation with Laura Matsue is your gateway. Tune in and get ready to transform your perception of yourself, the cosmos, and the future.
Chapters:
(00:00:00) Introduction
(00:02:25) From Breaking Point to Healing: How Laura Matsue’s Reverse Nodal Return Sparked a Psycho-Spiritual Awakening
(00:05:17) Pluto in Scorpio: A Generation Born for Soul-Level Healing and Trauma Transformation
(00:07:54) Understanding the Soul’s Journey: How Evolutionary Astrology Reveals Our Karmic Contracts and Life Lessons
(00:11:42) The North and South Nodes in Astrology: Gateways to Our Past Lives and Soul Evolution
(00:14:07) Cosmic Turning Point: How the Saturn-Pluto Conjunction Heralded the COVID Era
(00:17:28) From Liberal to Conservative: How the Pandemic Reshaped Social and Cultural Beliefs
(00:25:58) Echoes of Orwell: Pandemic Propaganda, Energetic Influence, and the Power of Repetition
(00:32:43) Pluto in Aquarius: The Astrological Blueprint Behind AI, Social Shifts, and the Transhumanist Agenda
(00:38:48) Artificial Intelligence, Real Disconnection: The Hidden Toll on Human Creativity and Consciousness
(00:43:23) Raising Kids in a Digital World: Reclaiming Childhood from Screens and Reviving Creativity Through Real-Life Exploration
(00:49:22) Awakening the Body: How to Recognize Somatic Signs, Heal Dissociation, and Build Stronger Relationships
(00:56:11) How to Connect with Laura Matsue and Her Offerings
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In this episode, I sit down with hypnotherapist Samanvaya “Sam” Joshi to explore what really lives beneath the surface of our everyday awareness. We dive into Quantum Healing Hypnosis—a gentle yet profound process that opens the door to the subconscious mind, where old stories, past lives, and even pre-birth memories are stored. Sam shares how we can access the root of emotional pain without force, without faith, and without needing to “believe” in anything. This approach does not need to conflict with dogmas, as the goal is to uncover what already resides in the unconscious mind.
We talk about healing the inner child, remembering our soul’s path, and how hypnotherapy can help rewire patterns that began before we could speak. There’s a beautiful intersection here between science and soul—between the brain’s neuroplasticity and the timeless wisdom that lives within us. If you’re curious about the deeper layers of healing, or if you’ve ever wondered what your subconscious is trying to tell you, this conversation is for you.
Chapters:
(00:00:00) Introduction
(00:01:44) Eyla’s Inner Journey: Hypnosis, Past Lives, and Healing with Sam Joshi
(00:03:44) Unlocking the Subconscious: Sam Joshi’s Approach to Quantum Healing Hypnosis (QHHT)
(00:09:00) Opening the Door to the Subconscious: The Power of Relaxation and Trust in Hypnosis
(00:13:00) From Seeker to Healer: Sam Joshi’s Journey to Dolores Cannon and Hypnotherapy
(00:20:12) Soul Bonds in Hypnosis: Discovering the Invisible Thread That Connects Us
(00:22:48) No Faith Required: Breaking Down Skepticism and Unlocking the Power of Hypnosis
(00:29:45) The Lost Voice Within: Healing the Inner Child and Rebuilding Trust in Ourselves
(00:41:44) Past Lives Revealed: How Hypnotherapy Opens the Door to the Soul’s History
(00:50:14) Rethinking the Afterlife: Escaping the Constraints of Heaven and Hell
(00:56:23) Layers of Memory: From Pre-Birth Consciousness to Infant Pain Recall
(01:02:58) The Path to Empowerment: Taking Responsibility for Your Spiritual and Physical Journey
(01:09:02) Unlocking Life’s Full Potential: The Alchemical Power of Hypnotherapy
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In this powerful episode of Born to Know, I speak with world-renowned facial plastic surgeon Dr. Cameron Chesnut, MD, FAAD, FACMS, FASDS, MDS—celebrated globally for his astonishing outcomes from minimally invasive procedures that leave his patients looking natural, rejuvenated, and seemingly untouched. He is renowned for his progressive use of regenerative medicine and postoperative recovery techniques, as well as his dedicated personal preparation for performance readiness. Known for his advanced holistic rejuvenation techniques, Dr. Chesnut merges science, art, and energetic healing to redefine beauty from the inside out.
We dive into the real meaning of beauty—beyond Botox, fillers, and surgical trends. From the long-term effects of facial injections and social media beauty standards to the role of fascia, posture, and hormonal balance in aging, this conversation uncovers how to achieve youthful skin naturally and restore confidence without relying on invasive procedures.
Dr. Chesnut shares his philosophy of conscious cosmetic transformation, how emotional expression impacts relationships, and why many procedures accelerate aging instead of reversing it. You’ll learn how to support graceful aging through anti-aging lifestyle shifts, energetic alignment, and truly informed consent.
Whether you’ve had cosmetic work, are considering it, or want to age with more self-trust and vitality, this episode offers a new blueprint for natural beauty, skin health, and holistic self-renewal.
Chapters:
(00:00:00) Introduction
(00:01:16) From Inspiration to Innovation: Dr. Cameron Chesnut on Choosing Cosmetic Surgery and the Balance Between Rejuvenation and Transformation
(00:06:28) What daily steps can people take to be proactive in their aging physical process
(00:08:20) The Energy of Youth: Reconciling Cognitive Dissonance for Radiant Aging
(00:12:53) Frozen Signals: How Botox and Expression-Suppressing Procedures Impact Relationship Dynamics
(00:17:01) Filtered Faces: How Social Media's Beauty Ideals Drive Young Women to Early Cosmetic Intervention
(00:24:30) The Psychology of Beauty: How Cosmetic Transformations Are Shaping the Teenage Mind
(00:30:13) Beauty with Consequences: The Lifelong Implications of Cosmetic Procedures and the Need for True Informed Consent
(00:32:31) The Problem with Perfection: How Dr. Chesnut Counters Unrealistic Beauty Trends with Subtle, Natural Results
(00:35:08) Structural Beauty: Understanding Fascia’s Role in the Science of Rejuvenation
(00:38:49) The Face Reflects the Body: Reversing Wrinkles Through Posture and Lifestyle Shifts
(00:44:37) The Age Accelerator: Understanding Cortisol’s Role in Aging and How to Fight Back
(00:47:46) Dr. Cameron Chesnut’s Approach to Cosmetic Rejuvenation for Patients Facing Hormonal Aging
(00:49:54) Buccal Fat Reduction: The Trend and Its Long-Term Effects on Facial Aging
(00:52:26) Restoring Confidence: Dr. Chesnut’s Work in Reversing Failed Cosmetic Procedures
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Today’s episode is truly something special. I’m honored to welcome the brilliant Dr. Betty Martin, creator of the Wheel of Consent, for a conversation that will change the way you relate to yourself and others.
If you’ve ever struggled with knowing what you really want, how to say no, or how to feel safe in your body and relationships—this episode is for you. We’re diving deep into somatic wisdom, empowered consent, and the radical truth of honoring your inner “yes” and “no.”
This isn’t just a conversation—it’s an invitation to transform. Tune in, take a breath, and get ready to reclaim your boundaries, your pleasure, and your power.
Chapters:
(00:00:00) Introduction
(00:01:44) From Somatic Experience to Empowered Consent
(00:02:69) How Embodied Awareness and Sexuality Inspired Dr. Betty Martin’s Wheel of Consent
(00:12:49) Practicing the Wheel of Consent: Solo and Partnered Approaches
(00:14:29) What Opens Up for Couples Who Understand Consent, Negotiation, and the Difference Between Touch and Sex
(00:27:53) How to Teach Children Consent When It Comes to Touch
(00:35:19) The Space Between Intention and Desire: Rethinking How We Give
(00:39:09) Power vs. Protection: Finding Balance in Parenting Without Control or Permissiveness
(00:46:53) What Becomes Possible When We Expand Our Permission Fields in Touch, Intimacy, and Boundaries
(00:51:37) Listening to Your Body Isn’t Selfish: The Power of Boundaries and Honoring Your Yes and No
(00:56:52) From Transaction to Connection: Understanding the Roots of Conditional Relationships and Cultivating Compassionate Equality
(00:59:07) Unlocking Life’s Potential: The Broad Impact of Dr. Betty Martin’s Wheel of Consent
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In this episode, I’m speaking with author, entrepreneur, and polymath Sir Robert Edward Grant. We discuss how life unfolds through patterns, not coincidence, and how your early experiences shape the story your reality tells.
Our conversation was wide-ranging, including everything from the unlikely mathematics of coincidence, how to support your kids’ somatic awareness, and the surprising role of acceptance in manifestation.
You’ll walk away with fresh insight into how to break free from the disempowering patterns you can’t seem to shake, reconnect with your emotional intelligence, and begin to consciously shape your reality.
Whether you’re navigating man-woman dynamics, craving deeper authenticity and self-trust, or curious about the pitfalls you should avoid if you want to raise sovereign and attuned kids, Robert’s rare synthesis of science, math, and mysticism opens new doorways to inner and outer transformation.
Chapters:
(00:00:00) Introduction
(00:01:20) Life Runs on Patterns: From Conception to Birth
(00:02:51) Is Anything Truly Random? Finding the Extraordinary in the Ordinary
(00:07:28) Blinded by the System: How Society Disconnects Us from Life’s Patterns
(00:11:03) Seeing the Unseen: How Robert Edward Grant Discovered Life’s Patterns Through Art and Music
(00:14:05) When We Recognize Our Oneness, Everything Changes
(00:16:00) The Feminine Illusion: Why Sensitivity in Men Doesn’t Always Inspire Confidence
(00:18:02) The Balanced Man: Why Embracing Both Strength and Sensitivity Matters
(00:20:55) When Boys Aren’t Initiated: Helping Young Men Navigate Masculine and Feminine Balance
(00:23:57) Feel It to Heal It: How Childhood Body Awareness Leads to Balanced Adulthood
(00:27:30) Raising Free Thinkers: How to Stop People-Pleasing and Teach Kids to Do the Same
(00:29:04) The Cost of Silence: How Emotional Suppression Impacts Mental Health and Relationships
(00:31:37) Releasing the Invisible Barriers: How to Free Yourself from Unconscious Blocks to Manifest Your Desires
(00:34:08) The Power of Acceptance: Letting Go of Resistance to Manifest Your Desires
(00:37:23) Why Robert Grant Rejects Vision Boards and What Truly Works to Manifest Your Desires
(00:38:46) “Awakening is the process of realizing that what you thought was the pain of your life can turn into the purpose of your life.” Robert Edward Grant
(00:43:06) Breaking Free: How to Release Family and Societal Limitations to Embrace Your True Authenticity
(00:46:13) Self-Love in Action: What It Really Looks Like in Practice
(00:49:39) Shifting Your Inner Dialogue: How to Reframe Negative Narratives and Create a Meaningful Life
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In today’s episode of Born To Know, trauma-informed coach and parenting expert Sterna Suissa shares how parents—often unknowingly—pass down patterns of self-betrayal, shame, and disconnection to their kids.
We explore how seemingly small interactions shape whether a child learns to trust themselves or outsource their sense of truth, how you might be unconsciously teaching your kids entitlement, self-sacrifice, and poor boundaries, and why emotional outbursts are invitations for growth for both children and parents.
Whether you're a new parent, you’re knee-deep in teen years, or looking for closure around how you were raised, this conversation will help you foster a more emotionally intelligent relationship with your kids.
Chapters:
(00:00:00) Introduction
(00:00:53) Rooted in Reality: Sterna Suissa’s Work Reflects Parents' True Experiences
(00:01:30) Modern Rites: Helping Youth Transition to Adulthood Without Family Structures
(00:04:48) Why Kids Need Many Voices: Building Identity Through Diverse Relationships
(00:08:59) Inherited Wounds: How Unresolved Parental Struggles Echo in the Lives of Their Children
(00:13:25) The Truth About the Talk: How Lying to Kids About Sex Erodes Trust
(00:18:00) When Respect Hurts: How Forced Affection Teaches Children to Betray Their Boundaries
(00:23:43) The Backlash of Control: How Undermining a Child’s Autonomy Leads to Disconnection Over Time
(00:30:50) Raising Secure Children: How Parent-Child Dynamics Carry Into Adulthood and What You Can Do Today
(00:37:00) The Foundation of Trust: Creating Safe Parent-Child Relationships and Guiding Children Toward Discernment
(00:44:34) The Strength in Struggle: Why Allowing Children to Face Adversity Builds Resilience
(00:48:28) Is Sharing Truly Caring? Teaching Children to Balance Generosity and Self-Care
(00:52:45) The Transactional Mindset: Why Some Adults See Relationships as Exchanges
(00:56:25) When a Child’s Outburst Becomes a Mirror: How Emotional Reactions Invite Parents to Examine Their Beliefs and Triggers
(01:05:23) Teaching Kids to Heal: The Importance of Rupture and Repair in Childhood
(01:10:30) Laying the Foundation: How to Guide Your Child in Creating a Healthy Inner Blueprint
(01:13:00) Sterna Suissa’s Guidance for Parents Seeking to Reconnect with Their Child
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What happens when women stop needing men—but still want love?
In this episode of Born to Know, Eyla Cuenca speaks with Rabbi Manis Friedman about the unspoken truths about modern marriage and relationships. Rabbi Friedman, a renowned author, rabbi, and social philosopher, uncovers how the societal shift towards egalitarianism has distorted marriage, family structures, and how we raise children.
You'll learn why 50/50 marriages might be setting couples up for failure and how societal pressure to be “equal” in everything can actually destroy the unique dynamics that make a marriage thrive. Rabbi Friedman reveals the natural, complementary roles of men and women in marriage, and why honoring these roles can restore deeper connection, respect, and intimacy.
If you’ve ever felt like something’s missing in your relationship, or if you’re stuck in a cycle of dissatisfaction or unfulfillment in work, partnerships, or purpose, this episode is for you.
Chapters:
(00:00:00) Introduction
(00:03:13) Marriage Pillars: Self-Dignity, Patterns, and Family Blueprints
(00:05:36) How a Child's Blueprint is Shaped by Family and Relationships
(00:07:23) The Dance of Life: The Roles of Men and Women in Healthy Relationships
(00:12:42) Why 50/50 Relationships Lead to Unhappy Men and Women Struggling to Nurture
(00:14:46) The Role of Women at Home and Work: Why They’re Set Up to Fail
(00:16:05) Raising Boys to Become Mature, Thriving Men
(00:17:52) How Society's Failure to Initiate Boys into Manhood Fosters Weak Men, Gangs, and Paranoia
(00:20:37) Emotional and Psychological Differences Between Men and Women: What Each Needs to Feel Whole and Secure
(00:25:09) How Mothering and Controlling Your Partner Emasculates Him and Destroys Romance
(00:27:18) The Issues with Modern Feminism and How It Creates Hard Women
(00:31:12) The True Meaning of Marriage: Why 50/50 Relationships Don’t Work
(00:33:41) Why Self-Love is Narcissism and How to Teach Kids the World Doesn't Revolve Around Them
(00:35:38) How Modern Isolation Fuels Narcissism and Self-Centered Behaviors
(00:37:58) The True Purpose of Marriage vs. the Purpose of Life
(00:43:52) How to Curb Self-Indulgence in Children Without Damaging Their Confidence
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Pamela Silva—award-winning journalist, Univision host, and co-host of the Motherish podcast—joins Eyla Cuenca for a powerful conversation on birth, motherhood, and raising emotionally balanced kids.
Pamela shares her experience of being pregnant in 2020, the impact of generational patterns on mothering, and the emotional weight of expecting one kind of birth but being met with another. From emergency C-sections to redefining what it means to surrender, Pamela opens up about the unseen forces that shape the birth experience.
We also discuss conscious parenting, the art of reparenting ourselves, and how to practice discernment in the age of information overload. Plus, how to raise children who don’t perform for love, why modern motherhood feels so isolating, and how to reclaim community in a fractured world.
Chapters:
(00:00:00) Introduction
(00:02:23) Pamela Silva's Pregnancy Journey: Navigating the Challenges of the Covid-19 Pandemic
(00:04:23) The Impact of Covid-19 on In-Person Relationships and Interpersonal Connections
(00:05:59) Birthing: Overcoming Fears, Releasing Expectations, and Embracing the Reality of Emergency C-Sections
(00:09:00) The Impact of External Stressors on the Birthing Process and Dilation
(00:10:56) Each Baby's Birth: A Path Crafted for Their Unique Life Journey
(00:12:41) Eyla Cuenca's Theory: "How You Birth is How You Live" and the Transformative Power of Surrender
(00:14:53) How Transitioning into Motherhood Transforms Our Relationship with Our Mothers
(00:18:46) Reparenting Yourself: The Key to Becoming a Better Parent
(00:23:13) Conscious Parenting: How Granting Autonomy Fosters a Stronger Child
(00:26:43) The Power of Unconditional Love in the Parent-Child Dynamic: Moving Beyond Love as a Reward to Be Earned
(00:29:07) The Role of a Grounded Parent in Teaching Children Emotional Self-Regulation
(00:33:05) Alpha Women: The Power of Femininity and the Importance of Embracing Softness
(00:37:41) Balancing Giving and Receiving in Man-Woman Relationships
(00:39:26) Understanding Family Through an Anthropological Lens: The Importance of Female Friendships
(00:42:36) Pamela Silva’s Expert Advice on Becoming Discernible Consumers in an Age of Information Overload
(00:47:43) Navigating Modern Life and Motherhood with Mindfulness and Faith
(00:51:57) The Importance of Face-to-Face Connections in the Age of AI
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What if the very systems you’ve been told will set your child up for success are actually programming them for lifelong victimhood & dependence?
In this episode, I’m talking with Dr. Tom Cowan about the deeper forces shaping parental decision-making. We dive into unschooling, natural parenting, and the socially conditioned beliefs that make parenting much harder than it needs to be. We also discuss Tom’s new book, Common Sense Child Rearing: Unconventional Wisdom for a Nourished Childhood, and why curiosity is your best ally as a parent.
Tune in to learn how to decondition yourself from fear-based parenting, why forced learning backfires, and how you understand your child’s behavior while truly connecting with them.
Chapters:
(00:00) Start
(03:45) Introduction to Dr. Tom Cowan’s work
(04:01) Reframing the societal belief that parenting must be difficult
(15:32) Why overcoming personal difficulties is essential for children to grow into strong individuals
(20:43) Tom Cowan explains why helicopter parenting is a recipe for raising weak children
(28:47) Children learn through osmosis and copying their parents' behavior
(32:28) Debunking the myth that children don’t remember their birth
(35:12) Why you can’t dictate the “right way” for your children to live
(38:28) How to understand your child’s behavior and truly connect with them
(45:24) Tom Cowan's approach to healing the parent-child divide
(49:49) The impact of medical interventions during pregnancy and birth on the nuclear family
(56:10) How early schooling can undermine a child’s sense of individuality
(01:02:28) Why forced learning fails to produce lasting results
(01:08:38) Curiosity is the best teacher
(01:14:14) Understanding why your child is rebelling at school
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Let’s examine the invisible forces shaping our health, energy, and fertility, shall we?
Today, I’m joined by neurosurgeon, inventor, and optimal health educator, Dr. Jack Kruse for an exposė on what’s really at the root of our modern health crisis.
We extend the conversation beyond the usual suspects, like diet or forever chemicals, and into the impacts of non-native EMFs (AKA WiFi exposure) on our energy, fertility, and overall health.
Inside this episode:
✨ What centralized medicine is getting wrong about fertility, autism, cancer, and other conditions
⚡ Sunlight sculps everything on the earth: here’s why you’re probably not getting enough
⚡A quantum perspective on surrogacy
⚡ How city life affects fertility
⚡The medicalization of motherhood & what it’s costing us
⚡ Practical ways to step out of the system and align your biology with nature
Chapters:
00:00:00 Introduction
00:02:16 The Accident that Sparked Dr. Kruse's Passion for Medicine
00:02:49 Why the Medical Paradigm is Fundamentally Flawed
00:05:39 Environment vs. Genetics: The Role They Play in Autism, Heart Disease and Autoimmune Disorders
00:24:56 Common Mistakes People Make During Pregnancy, Conception, and Birth
00:28:03 The Potential Dangers of Ultrasound on a Developing Fetus
00:37:59 Are Doctors Driven by a Hidden Agenda or Simply Misinformed?
00:49:42 The Steps to Assessing Whether You’re Ready to Have a Child
00:51:19 How to Cultivate Self-Sovereignty as a Parent
01:01:09 Is Surrogacy a Form of Child Trafficking?
01:04:35 Trauma and Attachment Theory: The Impact on the Fetus and the Gestating Surrogate Mother
01:07:24 The Cornerstone of a Healthy and Fulfilling Life
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Water is more than just H₂O—it holds memory, responds to intention, and may be deeply intertwined with consciousness itself.
In this illuminating conversation, Eyla Cuenca sits down with Veda Austin, a leading author, speaker, and researcher in water crystallography, to explore water’s role as a living intelligence and its profound connection to birth, healing, and human consciousness.
Veda’s work captures water’s ability to structure itself in response to energy, music, and even human thought. It begs the question: Could your relationship with water be affecting your health and emotions more than you realize?
And taking that one step further, if water holds memory, then so does amniotic fluid. We dive into how water within the body reflects life’s deepest processes—including fertility, birth, pregnancy and even how water communicates ancestral memory.
Chapters:
(00:00:00) Introduction
(00:01:45) How a tragic accident led Veda Austin to discover water’s hidden intelligence
(00:16:17) The historical and sacred role of water
(00:22:38) Gratitude as a path to healing both contaminated water and ourselves
(00:30:38) How body fluids can offer insight into our body's inner workings
(00:34:30) The effects of a vasectomy's restriction of bodily fluids on the overall system
(00:35:58) Memory and its transmission from mother to child through amniotic fluid
(00:56:59) Why the medical system's approach to pregnancy and childbirth is wrong
(01:01:28) How water’s fluid intelligence forms a deep connection between mother and child
(01:12:28) Why some young children retain memories of past lives
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What if the secret to vibrancy wasn’t in what you do, but in how you receive?
In this episode, Gigi Vogel shares what radical self-care looks like: bringing light to shadows, fine-tuning your inner vibration, and choosing transformation moment-by-moment. You’ll discover what it takes to create enough safety in your system to flow down, receive, and give from an overflowing well.
As the founder of De La Heart, Gigi is a powerful channeler of the art of intentional self-care. Gigi started her career in the rough-and-tumble world of fashion, finance, and international business. After years of this fast-paced and high-stress lifestyle took its toll, Gigi started looking for natural and accessible ways to restore balance to her everyday life.
After years of refining her unique approach to wellness, Gigi realized her calling: to share ancestral wellness rituals and help everyone discover the transformative power of self-care.
Our conversation explores the daily choices that cultivate radiance, how to create discipline and boundaries that create space for expansion and amplification, and reclaiming your voice, instincts, and preferences when choosing homebirth.
Chapters:
(00:00) Introduction
(01:00) Gigi Vogel’s method for creating an accessible lifestyle in daily life
(07:17) Steps to embark on inner work and unlock your true beauty
(09:19) Overcoming daily triggers for a more balanced and fulfilling life
(13:21) Why self-care is more than just a routine
(21:00) Making change stick: Why ultimatums don’t work and what does
(23:00) Unlocking new paths by staying curious and trusting your instincts
(29:13) Becoming a mother: How it transforms your focus and nurtures a new you
(31:25) Trusting your child's journey and embracing your natural mothering instincts
(35:33) Breaking free from social media dopamine addiction to carve out more space for self-care
(39:13) Steps to kickstart your wellness journey, feel more vibrant, and unlock your full potential
(44:41) Exercise can be pleasurable and natural—without the pain
(47:23) Unlock the flow state, embrace tranquility and gratitude, and surrender control
(54:04) Letting go of shame and guilt to fully accept and embrace who you are
(58:24) Finding safety in conception and birth by embracing honesty and listening to your inner voice
(59:35) Approaching life with inspired action and surrender
(1:00:34) Living a life of non-judgment while holding space for change and growth
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Many of us are taught we need to live with disease and simply pop a pill to manage symptoms—but what if there’s another way? In this enlightening conversation, Dr. Melissa Sell dives deep into the world of German New Medicine (GNM) and explains how it shifts the paradigm of health from the external to the internal world. We explore the profound impact that emotional and traumatic conflicts have on the body — ultimately leading to physical symptoms, chronic disease, and supposedly incurable illnesses like cancer.
Dr. Sell, a leading pioneer in the field of GNM, reflects on her own evolution from holistic health expert to GNM practitioner. We discuss how holistic health measures like clean eating and detoxifying the home often overlook the underlying cause of an issue — which lies beneath the surface in the subconscious, or even preconscious, mind. Dr. Sell sheds light on how our bodies adapt to conflict and how those adaptations manifest in pregnancy, birth, and childhood. You’ll discover that the root cause of illness goes much deeper than you may expect.
Chapters:
(00:00) Introduction
(02:03) Understanding The Deeper Roots Of Illness
(02:23) Dr. Sell’s Journey To German New Medicine
(10:33) Viewing The External World As The Enemy
(14:03) Holistic Measures Aren’t The Ultimate Solution: Learning A Different Way
(18:33) Where Faith Meets Medicine: The Power Of Listening & Surrendering
(21:23) Cancer Is Not A Punishment: Making An Allegiance With Cancer
(31:13) Generational Adaptations: Passing Down Programs From Parents To Children
(44:38) Self-Betrayal In Birth: Symptoms Stemming From Pregnancy & Birth
(53:58) Violent Acts Against Babies Disguised As Treatments
(1:00:24) What Is “Preeclampsia”?
(1:06:03) The Initiation Into Motherhood
(1:12:59) Considering Artificial Conception & Surrogacy
(1:19:18) The Power of Acknowledging Past Trauma
(1:23:18) Initiating Your Journey Into German New Medicine
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Many of us are raised to avoid hardship—but what if leaning into it is the key to success? In this powerful conversation, Ali Jamal Awad explains how controlled adversity, disciplined parenting, and financial intelligence create stronger men, better leaders, and more resilient families.
Ali reflects on his childhood, growing up as one of six siblings in a family where competition, responsibility, and faith played a central role in personal development. He shares why today’s youth are struggling with motivation, why the father figure is more important than ever, and how modern parenting is failing boys by removing necessary rites of passage.
More About This Episode:
(00:00:00) Introduction & The Importance of Controlled Hardship
(00:03:12) The Decline of Masculine Leadership in Modern Society
(00:10:45) The Role of Fathers in Shaping Strong, Independent Children
(00:17:09) Why Boys Need Male Role Models & Rites of Passage
(00:25:30) How Delayed Gratification Builds Resilience & Financial Freedom
(00:31:42) The Truth About Generational Wealth & Financial Sovereignty
(00:38:29) Breaking Free from Money Trauma & Shifting Into Abundance
(00:46:11) How the Legal System Exploits Families & What We Can Do
(00:52:37) How to Cultivate Discipline in a World of Instant Gratification
(01:00:15) Final Takeaways & Where to Find Ali
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Born To Know is produced by Crate Media.
Why do so many of us repeat the same patterns in relationships, career, and personal growth—feeling stuck, unfulfilled, or triggered? In today’s episode, Ehsun Anwar shares his incredible journey of transformation, beginning with deep suffering and evolving into profound self-awareness. Through his own healing, Ehsun has guided thousands of individuals and couples to recognize and disrupt the subconscious patterns keeping them trapped in unhappiness.
We dive deep into the father wound, exploring how early experiences of criticism, neglect, or emotional absence leave lasting imprints on our identity, behavior, and relationships. Ehsun also challenges modern perspectives on narcissism, shedding light on how it’s both misunderstood and deeply rooted in survival mechanisms passed down through generations.
More About This Episode:
(00:00:00) Introduction & The Problem with Modern Perspectives on Narcissism
(00:10:15) Breaking Free from Emotional Patterns & Trauma Responses
(00:18:30) How Narcissism Can Be Misunderstood: From Survival to Healing
(00:26:12) The Role of Breathwork & Body Mapping in Emotional Healing
(00:34:18) Victim Consciousness: Why It Feels Safe & How to Let It Go
(00:43:07) The Importance of Boundaries in Healing Relationships
(00:50:32) Cultivating Inner Peace & Releasing the Pain of the Past
(00:58:54) Macro vs. Micro Perspectives on Narcissism & Planetary Healing
(01:00:52) Final Thoughts & Where to Find Ehsun
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• Find Ehsun online at Ehsun.co.uk
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What if the obstacles in your life were actually self-created loops of perception? In today’s episode, Dr. Kelly Brogan takes us on a profound journey of self-inquiry, examining the ways we unconsciously create and sustain victimhood in our lives, relationships, and even parenting.
We explore the psychological and physiological patterns that reinforce victim consciousness and how the body craves certain familiar emotional states—even when they don’t serve us. Kelly shares a powerful dream that illuminated her personal victim patterns, demonstrating how we often seek validation for our pain rather than true resolution.
Episode Timestamps:
(00:00:00) Introduction & Dr. Kelly Brogan’s Work
(00:02:34) The Uber Dream: How We Unconsciously Create Victimhood
(00:05:19) The Hidden Pleasure of Feeling Wronged—Why We Cling to Victim Narratives
(00:07:34) Emotional Addiction & The Sensory Dimension of Conflict
(00:12:32) The Role of Neuroception: How Our Bodies Interpret Safety & Threat
(00:16:28) Self-Gaslighting: The Internal Betrayal Keeping Us Stuck
(00:18:52) Reclaiming Perception: The Power of Seeing What’s Always Been There
(00:25:17) Saying No Without Justifying It—How to Honor Inner Truth
(00:32:05) The Paradox of Conscious Parenting—When Holistic Becomes Controlling
(00:37:19) Motherhood, Martyrdom & Devotion—Redefining What It Means to Show Up
(00:47:09) Breaking Free From Control—Letting Children Have Their Own Journey
(00:55:23) Letting Go of Rigid Identities—How Sobriety Exposed Hidden Resentment
(00:59:58) The Final Takeaway: Reclaiming Power by Rewriting Our Own Narratives
Find more of Dr. Brogan on their Website, Instagram, and YouTube
Resources:
• Get Kelly’s Vital Mind Reset Program
• Listen to Reclamation Radio on Apple Podcasts
• Listen to Reclamation Radio on Spotify
• Watch Reclamation Radio on YouTube
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• Follow Eyla on Instagram
Bring ease to your conception, pregnancy, & birth journey with Eyla’s carefully chosen & personally tested Lotus Wei products and exclusive bundles.
Katie Hess is a flower essence expert and founder of Lotus Wei.
In this episode, you're going to learn how flower essences can address emotional and physical imbalances, why the mother’s healing journey can transform her entire family, how subtle fears influence everyday decisions and ways to unravel them, how plants connect with humans through unseen energy exchanges, and practical steps to identify the flowers or plants that can best support your well-being.
Katie Hess is an expert in flower alchemy - using the healing power of flowers to awaken our true potential. She travels in search of rare flowers with the healing qualities most needed today, from the forests of British Columbia to sacred sites in India, rainforests in Costa Rica, hot springs in Iceland and the jungles of Taiwan. Katie captures the activating life-force potential of flowers and translates it into an accessible method to bring more happiness into our daily lives.
One of the most sustainable forms of natural medicine, flower remedies are known for their short-term benefits like clarity, focus and sleep, with long-term benefits of rapid personal growth.
Having gathered empirical research from thousands of private clients, Katie created a flower essence library with over 150 elixirs now used by people in more than 50 countries.
Rough Timestamps:
[03:21] How Katie discovered flower essences
[06:15] The world’s openness to natural healing now
[09:13] Benefits of radiant energy flower essence
[10:16] Physical, emotional, and spiritual impacts of plants
[12:17] Preventing ailments with regular flower essence use
[13:43] Katie’s personal back pain story
[15:07] How flower essences stabilize and energize
[16:15] Mothers’ healing transforming family dynamics
[20:22] How flowers interact with human energy
[23:20] The role of crystals in amplifying plant energy
[26:18] Tips for connecting with the plant world
[29:14] How flowers appear where they’re most needed
[32:37] Katie’s thoughts on the secret life of plants
[34:02] Cleve Baxter’s plant experiments
[36:51] Building relationships with plants in urban spaces
[40:05] Understanding aversion to certain flowers
[42:16] Flower essences for transition and grief
[45:19] Addressing PTSD and stored trauma
[48:25] Working with subtle fears through flower essences
[51:28] Recognizing and unbraiding emotional roots
[54:20] Shaping life paths by releasing stuck fears
Find more Lotus Wei on their Instagram, Facebook and YouTube.
Resources Mentioned:
The Secret Life of Plants by Peter Tompkins and Christopher Bird | Book or Audiobook
Lotus Wei Fertility Bundle | Website
Lotus Wei Pregnancy Bundle | Website
Lotus Wei Miscarriage Bundle | Website
Lotus Wei Birth Bundle | Website
Lotus Wei Postpartum Bundle | Website
Lotus Wei Healer + Birthworker Bundle | Website
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Step into the art of Containment with our beloved mini course, Containment: Finding & Creating Safety and use code: BTK10 to get 10% off.
In this episode, you're going to learn what containment means and why it’s essential in personal and relational dynamics, how men and women can create healthier interactions through understanding boundaries, how agency and consent transform challenging dynamics into healing opportunities, why men struggle to step into their dominance, and practical advice for improving relational dynamics, whether in parenting, partnerships, or professional settings.
Om Rupani is an expert and teacher in the field of man-woman relating as well as the founder of Om Rupani's School for Dominance & Submission and leader of BDSM trainings, workshops and communities.
Timestamps:
[03:16] What is containment?
[06:48] The importance of containment for children
[10:16] How boys learn containment from older men
[12:01] Why men benefit from role models
[14:30] The concept of coolness in masculinity
[16:34] How lack of boundaries affects relationships
[18:22] Why containment improves relationships
[22:32] Why consistent containment is necessary
[24:15] How gratitude affects relationships
[26:51] The difference between consensual and non-consensual dynamics
[30:10] Why BDSM is about mutual self-interest
[33:13] How to avoid using BDSM as therapy
[37:02] The role of consent in BDSM
[38:47] Why agency creates healing in BDSM
[40:20] Why trust matters in BDSM scenes
[43:09] Why good doms must manage their energy
[45:39] Why reciprocity is essential in relationships
[47:00] How men can learn to provide containment
[50:32] Why some men resist stepping into dominance
[53:36] The cultural challenges men face in embracing dominance
[55:28] Why the “nice guy” energy is problematic
[58:02] How communication prevents breakdowns in BDSM
[60:18] How non-consensual actions affect birth experiences
Want to hear more conversations like this one? Om Rupani's School for Dominance & Submission is a private online community of like-minded people.
To learn more from Om Rupani, visit his YouTube Channel or Online Workshops.
Resources Mentioned:
Prerequisites to Ecstasy by Om Rupani | Book
Om Rupani Podcast | Spotify or Apple
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