đď¸ The Cycle Codes
formerly The PMDD Podcast
Tired of feeling like a different person every week? Youâre not broken â youâre cyclical. Welcome to The Cycle Codes, the podcast that decodes the truth about your menstrual cycle so you can work with your body, not against it.
Hosted by Adriana Tantau â menstrual cycle mentor, mama, and ex-fitness-pro turned womb wisdom guide â this is your real-talk space for learning how your cycle actually works, how to live in sync with your hormones, and how to reclaim power, peace, and purpose through every phase.
Expect honest conversations, science-backed insights, and juicy personal stories on:
Whether youâre navigating mood swings, burnout, or just craving a deeper connection to your body â youâre in the right place.
𩸠New episodes drop weekly. No shame. No fluff. Just the codes your cycle's been trying to give you all along.
Disclaimer:
The content shared in this episode is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended to substitute professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your healthcare provider or a qualified medical professional regarding any questions or concerns you may have about your cycle, hormones, or health. I speak from lived experience and training in menstrual cycle awarenessânot as a licensed medical practitioner.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
đď¸ The Cycle Codes
formerly The PMDD Podcast
Tired of feeling like a different person every week? Youâre not broken â youâre cyclical. Welcome to The Cycle Codes, the podcast that decodes the truth about your menstrual cycle so you can work with your body, not against it.
Hosted by Adriana Tantau â menstrual cycle mentor, mama, and ex-fitness-pro turned womb wisdom guide â this is your real-talk space for learning how your cycle actually works, how to live in sync with your hormones, and how to reclaim power, peace, and purpose through every phase.
Expect honest conversations, science-backed insights, and juicy personal stories on:
Whether youâre navigating mood swings, burnout, or just craving a deeper connection to your body â youâre in the right place.
𩸠New episodes drop weekly. No shame. No fluff. Just the codes your cycle's been trying to give you all along.
Disclaimer:
The content shared in this episode is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended to substitute professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your healthcare provider or a qualified medical professional regarding any questions or concerns you may have about your cycle, hormones, or health. I speak from lived experience and training in menstrual cycle awarenessânot as a licensed medical practitioner.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
What if PMDD isnât a life sentence â but an invitation to know yourself more deeply?
In this powerful episode, I sit down with Brianna Viegas, PMDD coach and graduate of Lisa de Jongâs Menstrual Cycle Awareness program, to talk about what life looks like after PMDD.
We unpack:
Brianna shares her personal evolution from survival to sovereignty â and what it really means to live in rhythm with your body beyond diagnosis.
To get in touch with Briana:
https://brianavillegas.com/holidaybundle
Insta: @brianavillegascoaching
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The Cycle Codes:
Instagram: @thecyclecodes
đ§° Grab Your Cycle, Decoded â my free guide to finally understanding your bodyâs rhythm: Download here
Disclaimer:
The content shared in this episode is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended to substitute professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your healthcare provider or a qualified medical professional regarding any questions or concerns you may have about your cycle, hormones, or health. I speak from lived experience and training in menstrual cycle awarenessânot as a licensed medical practitioner.
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In this soul-stirring episode, Iâm joined by Emily from Whole & Wild, a professional coach helping women uncage their intuition and reclaim their bigness.
We dive deep into the four feminine archetypes â Maiden, Mother, Wild Woman, and Crone â and how understanding these cyclical energies can reconnect you to your bodyâs natural rhythm and wisdom.
Emily shares her personal story of âcagingâ her intuition, the moment she chose to live wild and free, and the powerful metaphor of the wolves returning to Yellowstone â a story that mirrors what happens when we reintroduce our own inner wild.
We explore:
⨠Connect with Emily:
Website: wholeandwild.com
đ§ Listen to her podcast: Moon + Fire
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The Cycle Codes:
Instagram: @thecyclecodes
đ§° Grab Your Cycle, Decoded â my free guide to finally understanding your bodyâs rhythm: Download here
Disclaimer:
The content shared in this episode is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended to substitute professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your healthcare provider or a qualified medical professional regarding any questions or concerns you may have about your cycle, hormones, or health. I speak from lived experience and training in menstrual cycle awarenessânot as a licensed medical practitioner.
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In this deep, soul-stirring conversation, I sit down with the incredible Sahara Valastro â naturopath, herbalist, and womb wisdom practitioner â to explore the sacred link between our bodies, our cycles, and our intuition.
We talk about:
đ How ancient women lived in rhythm with the moon
đŤ Why disconnection from the womb leads to burnout, pain, and imbalance
đż The forgotten feminine practices of yoni steaming, herbal medicine, and food as medicine
đĽ How trauma and emotional suppression show up as cycle symptoms
đ Simple ways to begin reconnecting with your womb today
If youâve ever felt disconnected from your feminine power or frustrated by âmodern fixesâ that donât address the root cause â this episode will feel like a homecoming.
Connect with Sahara:
Website: saharavalastro.com
Instagram: @saharavalastro
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The Cycle Codes:
Instagram: @thecyclecodes
đ§° Grab Your Cycle, Decoded â my free guide to finally understanding your bodyâs rhythm: Download here
Disclaimer:
The content shared in this episode is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended to substitute professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your healthcare provider or a qualified medical professional regarding any questions or concerns you may have about your cycle, hormones, or health. I speak from lived experience and training in menstrual cycle awarenessânot as a licensed medical practitioner.
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Tracy Minnoch (fitness industry veteran and founder of Sexy Aging) takes us through the whirlwind from late-pregnancy at 42 to years of undiagnosed perimenopauseâcomplete with 35 symptoms, crippling anxiety, and dysregulated cycles.
We get real about Mirena vs. the pill, why MHT/HRT isnât a âweight-loss hack,â and the lifestyle levers that actually move the needle: sleep as medicine, stress down-shifting, protein-forward nutrition, and lifting heavy for longevity.
Tracy shares how she rebuilt confidence, career, and healthâplus what sheâs teaching her daughter (and son!) so the next generation is menopause-literate.
Youâll learn:
Connect with Tracy:
Instagram: @tracyminnoch
Website: sexyageing.com
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What if the way we talk (or donât talk) about first periods could shape a girlâs confidence, health, and sense of self for decades to come?
In this episode, Iâm joined by Jane Bennett, a leading voice in menstrual education and co-creator of Celebration Day for Girls. We explore:
A must-listen for parents, caregivers, educators, and anyone who wants periods met with knowledge, dignity, and pride.
To connect with Jane:
Website: chalicefoundation.org.au
Instagram: @chalicefoundation
Course: Foundations of Menstrual Health Education
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21 Day Cycle Challenge - Starts October 1st
Sign up here: https://subscribepage.io/g40KGm
The Cycle Codes:
Instagram: @thecyclecodes
Disclaimer:
The content shared in this episode is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended to substitute professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your healthcare provider or a qualified medical professional regarding any questions or concerns you may have about your cycle, hormones, or health. I speak from lived experience and training in menstrual cycle awarenessânot as a licensed medical practitioner.
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Author and coach Jen Butler joins me to talk about the wild Venn diagram of midlife: perimenopause, PMDD, motherhood, and the courage to break up with both alcohol and diet culture. Jen shares how cycle tracking helped her spot a clear mid-cycle mood crash, the conversation that led to her PMDD diagnosis, and why taking fluoxetine (Prozac) in her luteal phase lets her feel like herself all month.
We get into night sweats, brain fog, strength training by your cycle, communicating with partners and kids, and how seven years alcohol-free opened the door to deeper healingâplus her forthcoming memoir, Mom Rediscovered: My Midlife Breakup with Drinking and Diet Culture. If youâve ever wondered whether thriving in this season is possible⌠this oneâs for you.
We cover:
To connect with Jen:
Website: jenbutlerwrites.com
Instagram: @jenbutlerwrites
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The Cycle Codes:
Instagram: @thecyclecodes
đ§° Grab Your Cycle, Decoded â my free guide to finally understanding your bodyâs rhythm: Download here
Disclaimer:
The content shared in this episode is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended to substitute professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your healthcare provider or a qualified medical professional regarding any questions or concerns you may have about your cycle, hormones, or health. I speak from lived experience and training in menstrual cycle awarenessânot as a licensed medical practitioner.
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Today we go deep on matrescenceâthe (often unnamed) rite of passage from maiden to motherâwith maternal mentor and RN Samantha Feast (@themagicofmatrescence). We unpack what matrescence means beyond baby brain and nappies, why your brain and identity truly change, and how to work with cyclical energy (yes, even with little ones) without guilt.
We talk postpartum realities, consent and contraception pressure, PMDD threads, village vs. modern life, and the power of capacity (some days 5% is 100%). Samantha shares simple, doable supports: nervous system micro-pauses, food/sleep basics, boundaries, and resourcingâplus her Maternal Mirror Deck and the âReturn to Matrescenceâ initiation.
If youâve ever wondered âAm I allowed to need this much support?ââthis conversation is your permission slip.
In this episode:
đ§ Listen now and share with a mama who needs to feel seen.
Guest: Samantha Feast â Instagram @themagicofmatrescence
Work with Samantha: Link here
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The Cycle Codes:
Instagram: @thecyclecodes
đ§° Grab Your Cycle, Decoded â my free guide to finally understanding your bodyâs rhythm: Download here
Disclaimer:
The content shared in this episode is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended to substitute professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your healthcare provider or a qualified medical professional regarding any questions or concerns you may have about your cycle, hormones, or health. I speak from lived experience and training in menstrual cycle awarenessânot as a licensed medical practitioner.
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This week Iâm joined by Sonja Courtisâcoach, educator, and straight-talkerâwhoâs unfiltered about what really derails women in perimenopause and how to get your power (and pleasure) back.
We get into the messy middle: sudden cycle changes, the shock of early perimenopause, weight gain that wonât budge, sleep that tanks, and why âjust push throughâ is failing women. Sonja unpacks the big levers most of us missâinflammation, oxidative stress, liver + gut health, and a chronically wired nervous systemâand how to create realistic, compassionate change without burning your life down.
In this episode:
If youâre feeling stretched thin, puffy, wired-but-tired, or just over it, this conversation is your permission slip to pause, recalibrate, and choose strategies that actually fit your season of life.
To connect with Sonja:
Instagram: @sonjacourtis
Website: sonjacourtis.com
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The Cycle Codes:
Instagram: @thecyclecodes
Free Cycle Clarity Bundle: Download here
Disclaimer:
The content shared in this episode is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended to substitute professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your healthcare provider or a qualified medical professional regarding any questions or concerns you may have about your cycle, hormones, or health. I speak from lived experience and training in menstrual cycle awarenessânot as a licensed medical practitioner.
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What happens when menopause arrives earlier than expected?
In this raw and insightful episode I sit down with Shae Elise, coach, writer, and founder of the upcoming Loba Collective, to explore the realities of early natural menopause at 44 â the grief, the identity shift, the fears, and the surprising gifts.
Together, we unpack:
Whether youâre perimenopausal, postmenopausal, or simply curious about what lies ahead, this episode is a powerful reminder that we are not alone â and that there are many ways to walk this path.
đ Resources + Links Mentioned:
Shaeâs Website: shaeelise.com
The Loba Collective: [coming soon]
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The Cycle Codes:
Free Cycle Clarity Bundle: Download here
Adriana on Instagram: @thecyclecodes
Disclaimer:
The content shared in this episode is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended to substitute professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your healthcare provider or a qualified medical professional regarding any questions or concerns you may have about your cycle, hormones, or health. I speak from lived experience and training in menstrual cycle awarenessânot as a licensed medical practitioner.
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In this episode of The Cycle Codes, I sit down with Casey from Della Terra Wellness to explore menstrual cycle awareness, womb massage, and ancient healing practices that every woman should know.
We dive into:
This conversation is for anyone ready to understand their cycle, reclaim their rhythm, and explore holistic ways to heal.
đ Resources & Links:
Casey â Della Terra Wellness: @della_____terra
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Free Cycle Clarity Bundle: Download here
Adriana on Instagram: @thecyclecodes
Disclaimer:
The content shared in this episode is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended to substitute professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your healthcare provider or a qualified medical professional regarding any questions or concerns you may have about your cycle, hormones, or health. I speak from lived experience and training in menstrual cycle awarenessânot as a licensed medical practitioner.
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This week on The Cycle Codes Iâm joined by Cathy Lemire, The Menstrual Money Coach, to explore the surprising connection between our menstrual cycles and our money habits.
We get raw about money fights, cycle-linked overspending, PMDD struggles, and how perimenopause magnifies stress if money is left unchecked. Youâll hear how Cathy turned her marriage around through money work, why your partner probably already notices your cycle patterns, and how syncing your financial decisions with your cycle phases could save your sanity (and your relationship).
We also dig into:
đ Resources Mentioned:
⨠If this conversation hit home, share it with a friend who needs to hear it.
Connect with me:
Follow me on Instagram: @thecyclecodes
Download the Freebie â Cycle Clarity Bundle
Disclaimer:
The content shared in this episode is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended to substitute professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your healthcare provider or a qualified medical professional regarding any questions or concerns you may have about your cycle, hormones, or health. I speak from lived experience and training in menstrual cycle awarenessânot as a licensed medical practitioner.
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In this conversation, Vanessa Leone joins The Cycle Codes to share her deeply personal journey of coming off hormonal contraception after more than 20 years, navigating endometriosis, autoimmune diagnosis, and learning to live in sync with her natural cycle for the first time since she was a teenager.
We explore:
If youâve ever questioned what the pill might be doing to your body, wondered how to feel strong at every stage of your cycle, or wanted to make sustainable lifestyle shifts - this episode is your permission slip.
đ˛ Follow Vanessa Leone on Instagram: @vlmovementtherapist
Website: vlmovementtherapy.com
Listen to Vanessa's podcast: Meant to Move Podcast
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đ˛ Follow Adriana on Instagram: @thecyclecodes
đ Grab your free Cycle Clarity Bundle â [Link to bundle]
Disclaimer:
The content shared in this episode is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended to substitute professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your healthcare provider or a qualified medical professional regarding any questions or concerns you may have about your cycle, hormones, or health. I speak from lived experience and training in menstrual cycle awarenessânot as a licensed medical practitioner.
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In a world that rewards constant hustle and output, living in tune with your menstrual cycle can feel like a radical act. But itâs not â itâs your biology.
In this episode of The Cycle Codes, Adriana Tantau shares what it truly means to live cyclically in a world that demands linear consistency.
If youâve ever thought:
This episode is your reframe.
We dive into:
⨠Youâre not chaotic â youâre cyclical. Youâre not lazy â youâre luteal.
And when you stop fighting your rhythm, you become magnetic.
đ Download the free Cycle Clarity Bundle to start mapping your rhythm â [Link]
đŻââď¸ Follow us on Instagram for daily cycle wisdom â @thecyclecodes
Disclaimer:
The content shared in this episode is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended to substitute professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your healthcare provider or a qualified medical professional regarding any questions or concerns you may have about your cycle, hormones, or health. I speak from lived experience and training in menstrual cycle awarenessânot as a licensed medical practitioner.
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In this raw conversation, I sit down with the powerhouse that is Tiffanee Cookâformer boxer, podcaster, speaker, and self-confessed human experimentâwho gets brutally honest about her journey into perimenopause, HRT, hormonal chaos, and all the emotional, mental, and physical curveballs that came with it.
We talk about what itâs really like to navigate the rollercoaster of womanhood when you're constantly told you're "fine"âbut deep down, you know you're not. Tiff shares her experience with HRT, testing frustration, burnout, ADHD, identity shifts, and why hitting the pause button (hello breathwork, yin, and solo hikes) might just be the key to coming home to yourself.
We also get into:
This isnât a âhow-toâ on hormonesâitâs a âholy sh*t, Iâm not aloneâ kind of conversation.
Youâll love this if youâve ever said:
đConnect with Tiffanee Cook:
Website: tiffaneeandco.com.au
Podcast: Roll With The Punches
Instagram: @tiffaneeandco
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⨠Download your free Cycle Clarity Bundle â a practical fridge-friendly guide to help you align your life with your cycle:
đ˛ Come hang with me on Instagram:
Disclaimer:
The content shared in this episode is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended to substitute professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your healthcare provider or a qualified medical professional regarding any questions or concerns you may have about your cycle, hormones, or health. I speak from lived experience and training in menstrual cycle awarenessânot as a licensed medical practitioner.
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In this solo episode, Iâm breaking down what menstrual cycle awareness actually isâand why itâs not just about tracking your period. Weâre talking about the four inner seasons, how they shape your energy, emotions, and productivity, and why syncing your life with your cycle isnât âwooââitâs just wise. Think: less burnout, more flow. Less guilt, more grace. Less pushing, more power. Whether youâre brand new to this or ready to deepen your practice, this episode is a bold invitation to stop fighting your biology and start leading from it.
⨠Download your free Cycle Clarity Bundle â a practical fridge-friendly guide to help you align your life with your cycle:
đ˛ Come hang with me on Instagram:
Disclaimer:
The content shared in this episode is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended to substitute professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your healthcare provider or a qualified medical professional regarding any questions or concerns you may have about your cycle, hormones, or health. I speak from lived experience and training in menstrual cycle awarenessânot as a licensed medical practitioner.
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Iâm so honoured to share this conversation with Dr. Lara Owen, author of Her Blood Is Gold and a true pioneer in the menstrual space. Lara has spent decades researching, writing, and teaching about the menstrual cycle, and in this episode, she brings a beautiful depth of insight and grounded wisdom to the table.
From her early cycle tracking days to her current academic work bridging spiritual and scientific understandings of menstruation, Laraâs perspective is both expansive and practicalâand I canât wait for you to hear it.
We cover:
Lara also shares more about her international Master's-level course in contemporary menstrual studies, her upcoming retreat on trauma and the menstrual cycle, and her vision for more integrated, respectful, and informed conversations around menstruation and menopause.
DR LARA OWEN:
Website: laraowen.com
Instagram: @drlaraowen
Book: Her Blood is Gold
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⨠Download your free Cycle Clarity Bundle â a practical fridge-friendly guide to help you align your life with your cycle:
đ˛ Come hang with me on Instagram:
Disclaimer:
The content shared in this episode is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended to substitute professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your healthcare provider or a qualified medical professional regarding any questions or concerns you may have about your cycle, hormones, or health. I speak from lived experience and training in menstrual cycle awarenessânot as a licensed medical practitioner.
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In this raw and unscripted first episode of The Cycle Codes, Iâm pulling back the curtain on why this podcast has evolved from The PMDD Podcast â and what this shift means for you.
If youâve been a longtime listener, thank you for still being here. And if youâre brand new â welcome! This space is for you.
In this solo episode, I share:
This podcast is for the women navigating PMDD, painful periods, perimenopause, postpartum, burnout, and everything in between â and who are ready to stop second-guessing themselves and start living in rhythm with their bodies.
⨠Download your free Cycle Clarity Bundle â a practical fridge-friendly guide to help you align your life with your cycle:
đ˛ Come hang with me on Instagram:
Disclaimer:
The content shared in this episode is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended to substitute professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your healthcare provider or a qualified medical professional regarding any questions or concerns you may have about your cycle, hormones, or health. I speak from lived experience and training in menstrual cycle awarenessânot as a licensed medical practitioner.
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đď¸ Trailer â The Cycle Codes
Welcome to The Cycle Codes â the podcast making menstrual magic mainstream.
Iâm your host, Adriana Tantau. In this quick trailer, Iâm sharing what this show is all about and why itâs time we stop battling our bodies and start syncing with them.
To celebrate the new podcast, I am giving away a FREE 1:1 session. Stop second guessing and start living in flow with your cycle. To enter, download the Cycle Clarity Guide + Cheat Sheet by July 31st!
Hit play, subscribe, and letâs make menstrual magic mainstream.
Find us on insta:
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Ever wish you could hand your partner a guidebook to help them get PMDD? Well... Aaron did exactly that. Heâs the author of Hope - A Guide to PMDD for Partners & Caregivers and today heâs sharing his story of learning, stumbling, growing â and ultimately becoming a powerful support for his wife through her PMDD journey. We talk about what partners really need to know, how to navigate the harder days with more compassion (and less panic), and why hope is absolutely worth holding onto. Whether you have PMDD or love someone who does, this conversation is full of real talk, honest moments, and a lot of heart.
If this episode hits home, be sure to share it with someone who needs a little extra hope today. Share with your partners and loved ones!
Hope - A Guide to PMDD Partners & Caregivers
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Ever wish you could just highlight the mental clutter, hit backspace, and start fresh? You're in for a treat. Today I'm joined by the incredible Lucia Petrusova, a Rapid Transformational Therapy (RTT) therapist who's all about helping women break free from the subconscious beliefs keeping them stuck.
We chat about:
Lucia brings a grounded, gentle approach to deep transformation â and if youâve been feeling stuck, disconnected, or like youâre repeating the same loop over and over... this oneâs for you.
How to find Lucia:
https://www.luciapetrusova.com/
Disclaimer: The information shared in this episode is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. I am not a medical practitioner, and this podcast does not replace professional medical guidance, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider before making any changes to your health regimen.
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