Free yourself from the battlefield of the mind

The universal laws of pairs of opposites can be seen inside your psychology. When you infatuate with a trait, you resent its opposite. When you resent a trait; you infatuate with its opposite. If you seek and are infatuated with someone, you fear their loss. If you avoid and resent someone, you seek their loss and fear their gain.   These are pairs of opposites that run and permeate all human beha...

What if crisis - illness, loss, grief... any disruption in our lives is an opportunity for renewal and healing? In this episode our expert guest, Peter McLaughlin shares his powerful journey of healing from Leukemia and Lyme disease and how true healing and transformation begins when we uncover and resolve the root causes hidden beneath the surface. Peter's work is dedicated to helping people reso...

As we witness the madness and evil playing out in our world, we think we will all agree that we are in the middle of a collective psychosis, a breakdown of magnificent proportions. We are all connected, all one, therefore this collective psychosis is reflecting something to us and within us as individuals. Paul Levy says the origin of this collective madness is to be found in the psyche - this col...

The Inner Healing Hub We live in a time where we probably know more about health and healing than any generation before us. There is more access to spiritual wisdom, courses, tools and self-help teachers …. YET   - So many of us find ourselves on the bathroom floor so to say.   This can and is taking many forms : Broke, broken, burned-out, sick, mentally stressed, anxious, depressed,  suicidal eve...

What if a diagnosis wasn't the end of your health story, but the beginning of a new one In this episode, Dr. Amy Behimer joins Antoinette to share her journey of navigating multiple autoimmune conditions while living a vibrant, inspired life—and helping others do the same. Antoinette and Dr. Amy Behimer dive into the paradox of autoimmune disease: how symptoms and limitations can exist alongside j...

In this episode, we explore the Dark Night of the Soul —both as a collective experience humanity is facing and as an intimate, personal journey of transformation. These times may feel terrifying, confusing, and overwhelming, yet they also hold the potential for rebirth into our True Divine Nature. Drawing on wisdom from mystics and psychospiritual teachers such as Andrew Harvey, Richard Rohr, Carl...

Episode Description In this episode, we explore the energetic partnership between the liver and gallbladder,  two organs that govern far more than physical detox and digestion. From a Traditional Chinese Medicine and Energy Medicine perspective, this axis influences emotional flow, life direction, creativity, courage, and decision-making . Imbalances in liver–gallbladder energy can show up as feel...

In this episode we discuss the complexities of relationships, especially during the festive / holiday season. We explore how expectations, family dynamics, and personal growth intersect. We offer insights and tools to navigate emotional triggers and improve self-awareness. The conversation emphasizes the importance of understanding personal patterns and assumptions to foster healthier relationship...

In today's episode, we explore where limiting beliefs originate, why they become so strong within us, and how early emotional experiences shape the way we see ourselves and the world. We look at how the ego forms its identity, what happens when love or acknowledgment feels conditional, and why those early moments become internal truth. We cover : What are limiting beliefs? We break down what they...

We often get praised for being hardworking, reliable, selfless, or endlessly positive. But what if those "good qualities" are actually unhealthy coping mechanisms in disguise? In this episode, Antoinette unpacks the hidden side of behaviours like people‑pleasing, perfectionism, overworking, and constant optimism. While society rewards them, they can quietly erode our mental and physical health. Yo...

In this Episode we explore the concept of "near enemies" —traits and emotional states that masquerade as virtues but subtly sabotage our self-growth, relationships and emotional integrity. What if the very qualities you pride yourself on—compassion, honesty, equanimity, loving-kindness, are quietly being undermined by their deceptive cousins? Near enemies are subtle distortions of noble qualities...

In this episode we invite you to explore the profound wisdom of your body—beyond the mind, beyond logic, and beyond the hustle of everyday life. Many of us live from the neck up, treating the body as a mere vehicle that houses the brain. But what if your body is actually your most accurate guidance system? What if every ache, emotion, and sensation is a signal trying to reroute you back to alignme...

In this powerful episode, we dive deep into Gabor Maté's groundbreaking book When the Body Says No , exploring the profound connection between emotional repression, psychological stress, and chronic illness. From breast cancer to Alzheimer's, Maté reveals how our bodies often speak the truths we've been too afraid to voice. What You'll Learn How chronic stress embeds itself in our cells—not just o...

In this episode, we explore the Kidney Organ Function Energy — the deep reservoir of life force that governs our vitality, courage, and capacity to trust life. We look at how this energy supports both physical health and emotional balance. This Organ Function Energy helps us take action, despite our fears , fosters creativity so we can build what we love , and keeps both body and mind flexible . W...

Instead of viewing illness as an inconvenience, ask yourself : "What is my body trying to tell me?" Episode Overview In this soul-stirring episode, we explore the profound idea that our bodies are not just physical vessels—they are messengers of our emotional, energetic, and spiritual well-being. When illness arises, it may be more than a biological glitch; it could be a sacred signal from within,...

In this Episode we explore this transformative question : "I do not know why suffering happens but what if we treat it as a lesson exquisitely designed to help us learn ? " (Robert Falconer – IFS psychologist) Hosts Antoinette McInnes and Loretta Ferrucci explore the radical idea that suffering—while painful and often misunderstood—can be a profound catalyst for healing, growth, and spiritual awak...

Sleep is the hidden medicine your body cannot live without.   Even if you think you know all there is to know about good sleep, take a listen - as always, we bring things from a different and wide view, including energetic, which is not included in many other more physical perspectives. Sleep is essential for physical, mental, and emotional well-being, serving as a critical restorative process tha...

Episode Overview In this thought-provoking episode we explore the seductive appeal—and hidden dangers—of oversimplified self-help and spiritual practices. Drawing on the work of psychologist and psychospiritual guide Robert Augustus Masters, who is renowned for integrating spirituality, trauma work, and psychological depth, we unpack the concepts of Two-Step Psychology and Feel-Good Spirituality a...

Do you have recurring back pain, neck, or shoulder pain? Do you have to baby you're back? Does back pain keep you from living a full life? Have you been told you need a back or neck op but would rather avoid surgery ? If so, you might want to   take a listen to this short Episode where Antoinette reviews a book called Healing Back Pain – The mind body connection written by Dr John Sarno. It is wor...

In this deeply insightful episode, we explore how early life adversity—emotional neglect, trauma, or chronic stress—can shape our physical health decades later. Our guest, Simone Steyn, shares her expertise as a PainEase Coach, guiding us through the science and soul of healing chronic pain through a holistic lens. Simone explains how childhood experiences can become embedded in the nervous system...

Your gut is more than a place where food is digested — it's home to trillions of microbes, a "second brain," and the largest part of your immune system. At the same time, ancient traditions like Jin Shin Jyutsu and Chinese Medicine see the intestines as centres of discernment and letting go. In this episode Loretta explores how modern science and ancient wisdom meet in the gut. You'll learn how th...

In this Episode mind-body coach, Hatumbra, recounts early life sensitivity, anxiety, chronic illness, and multiple medical experiences leading to self-directed healing. She shares her Chronic Illness Journey of enduring chronic conditions such as hypothyroidism, chronic fatigue syndrome, fibromyalgia, chronic pelvic pain, autoimmune sensitivities, and the long process of seeking understanding and...

In this episode, we explore the heart not just as a physical pump—but as a powerful emotional, energetic, and spiritual center that shapes every part of our health and experience. From its role in cardiovascular disease to its place in ancient healing traditions, we dive into how the heart communicates, protects, and guides us—and what happens when it becomes blocked or overwhelmed. In This Episod...

Menopause is more than a physical event—it is a profound energetic shift and spiritual initiation. In this episode, we explore menopause through the lens of energy and transformation, revealing how this stage of life invites us to step into a new level of authenticity, creativity, and personal power. You'll hear about: The energetic changes that accompany menopause and how they affect your emotion...

In this episode, we explore thyroid health through a truly holistic lens—blending the physical, emotional, energetic, and spiritual aspects of this powerful gland. You'll learn: ·        What the thyroid does and how it affects your entire body ·        The role of T3, T4, and TSH in energy, mood, metabolism, and more ·        How adrenal stress impacts thyroid function (and why healing your nervo...