The Empowered Brain

In this episode, I'm doing something a little different and sharing an interview I did on Dr. Rashmi Schramm's podcast. I don't always cross-post my interviews, but this one is special because I shared some valuable insights that I believe you will benefit from. We dive into the continuous journey of life, the integration of spirituality and professional success, and the importance of ongoing pers...

In this enlightening episode, we delve deep into the concepts of ancestral and generational trauma, exploring their scientific foundations, how they manifest in our lives, and practical steps for healing. Our discussion includes insights into epigenetics, neuroscience, and the profound impact of trauma across generations. The episode is designed to provide listeners with a comprehensive understand...

In this episode, we delve into the importance of thoughtwork and self-mastery to create results you desire for more abundance, fulfillment and success. Dr. Calderón provides a comprehensive overview of how the brain works, including the roles of the conscious, subconscious, and autonomic brain. The episode concludes with a practical exercise called a "results audit" to help you align your actions...

In this episode, I explore why many high achievers struggle to let their success come easily. I delve into how societal beliefs, cultural values, and personal experiences contribute to this struggle. You'll also learn actionable strategies to help you embrace your success without self-sabotage. What You'll Learn in This Episode: The five main reasons why people struggle to let success come easily...

In today's episode, we delve into the emotion of sadness, discussing why it's essential to feel and process it rather than avoiding it. We explore the societal and psychological reasons behind our tendency to suppress sadness and provide practical strategies for acknowledging and managing this fundamental human emotion. What You'll Learn in This Episode: Why avoiding sadness is detrimental to your...

In this enlightening episode, we delve into the profound connection between self-compassion and various aspects of life, including mental health, success, and personal fulfillment. We passionately discuss why self-compassion is essential, especially for those from historically marginalized communities, and debunks common misconceptions about it being a sign of weakness. Through engaging discussion...

In today's episode, we tackle the pervasive myth that being hard on oneself is necessary for success. We explore the origins and impacts of this belief, discussing how it is shaped by social conditioning, evolutionary biology, and generational trauma.  What You'll Learn:   Understanding the Negative Impact: Learn how the ingrained habit of self-criticism can adversely affect both mental and physic...

In this episode, I dive into the "Laziness Lie."  Using psychological insights and historical context to demonstrate how societal and cultural pressures have distorted our views on laziness and guilt.  What You Will Learn Origins and Impact of the "Laziness Lie": Understand where the misconception of laziness comes from, its historical roots, and its implications on personal and societal levels. P...

In this episode you'll learn why it's important to get to know your core self and differentiate that from your thinking brain. You'll also learn simple and tangible ways to start doing this now. Links:  Connect with me on: IG and FB . Watch my free class and learn how to get more done in a day without stress and burnout. Get your free copy of the Podcast Study Guide . Subscribe for weekly tips and...

In this week's podcast, I break down the difference between the self-awareness vs the self-confidence gap and how they're related. Plus you'll learn steps you can start taking to feel a little less insecure and more self-aware.   Links:  Connect with me on: IG and FB .  Watch my free class and learn how to get more done in a day without stress and burnout.  Get your free copy of the Podcast Study...

What I have learned (and honestly, keep learning over and over again) that no matter how bad you want something or how committed you are to make it happen you will likely still doubt yourself, feel discouraged, and maybe even quit.   This is true in almost any aspect of your life, especially if what you want is wildly different from what you experienced growing up.   So, how do you ensure you don'...

Who is the person in your life you will spend the most amount of time with?   The person you will have the most conversations with. The person you will spend the most amount of alone time with. The person who will be with you from the moment you take your first breath, to the second you take your last.   That person is you.   In fact, the relationship you have with yourself will be the jumping off...

Whether you've lost a loved one in the past or are currently experiencing the loss of a loved one, grief is somewhat a rite of passage as we go through our life journey.   On this week's podcast, I dive into grief and discuss:  My recent experience with grief and loss of my mother  The latest research on how to process and integrate grief  How to navigate grief while still showing up for life.   L...

My student, Noura, is an immigrant and a mom of 3 (including a newborn), who had really big aspirations.   She's a registered dietician, works clinically with patients, and also started her own business using her dietician skills to help more people.   She has an innate drive to learn and continually improve, which is what brought her to my program, The Journey.   She was struggling with procrasti...

Turns out there's a way to achieve your goal without it having to be hard, overwhelming or anxiety provoking.    And, I want to teach you how.    Because when you achieve the goals you set, it opens you up to continue to pursue your deepest desires, and when you do this over and over again, you create an authentic life you can be proud of.   On this week's podcast, I teach you what's really behind...

The practice of manifestation has been around for centuries, in fact it's been recorded as a cosmic law (kind of like gravity… it's always been around - even before people believed in it - you can't see it, but you know it's there).   You don't need to know the science to practice it, but the science behind it is super cool (okay, I'm a scientist and a huge nerd, so I may be a bit biased).   On th...

One thing that has really helped me play life big, achieve big things in my business and in my life, while also having fun is learning how to take an L, and by L, I mean, a Loss.   Confession: I used to be super competitive. So much so, that if I didn't think I could win, I didn't want to play.   And let me tell you, that did not make for a lot of fun and play, and it also made L's feel terrible....

It would be great if people just did the good stuff we expected them to do and we never had to have difficult conversations.   But, alas, life is life. It's not always perfect. And, if we want more peace and fulfillment in our lives, we need to stop avoiding difficult conversations.   On this week's podcast I teach you how to rethink difficult conversations and how to prepare yourself to have them...

Everything you want is on the other side of courage. On this week's podcast, I walk you through a few steps you can start taking now to help you have more courage and get you to where you want to be in life.   Links:  Connect with me on: IG and FB .  Watch my free class and learn how to get more done in a day without stress and burnout.  Get your free copy of the Podcast Study Guide . Subscribe fo...

The energy you carry is sacred. Your energy affects everything around you. It affects your work products, the quality of your relationships, and your fulfillment in life. So, it would make a lot of sense to intentionally protect it and ensure we're surrounding ourselves with things that fuel our energy. In this episode you'll learn: The science behind your energy How to do a personal energetic inv...

 It's Valentine's week, so I'm offering you a different way to think about unconditional love. Take a listen to this podcast episode and learn different ways you can offer yourself and others around unconditional love.   Links:  Connect with me on: IG and FB .  Watch my free class and learn how to get more done in a day without stress and burnout.  Get your free copy of the Podcast Study Guide . S...

This is the last episode in our 4-part series on mastering self-discipline. In this episode, we talk all about human motivation. You'll learn how to use your brain's intrinsic motivational centers to keep you on track to achieve the goals you set.   Links:  Connect with me on: IG and FB .  Watch my free class and learn how to get more done in a day without stress and burnout.  Get your free copy o...

This is part three of our four-part series on mastering self-discipline. In this episode, we talk about the science of self-discipline and habit formation. After this episode, you'll understand how to wire your brain to be more disciplined, without being hard on yourself, and how to start creating habits that get you the results you want.   Links:  Connect with me on: IG and FB .  Watch my free cl...

This is part two of our four-part series on mastering self-discipline. In this episode, we dive into the science behind the flow state. You'll also learn how you can get yourself into a flow state to get more done with ease.   Links:  Connect with me on: IG and FB .  Watch my free class and learn how to get more done in a day without stress and burnout.  Get your free copy of the Podcast Study Gui...

The Business Accelerator Mastermind: Learn more and Join the Waitlist   I'm pausing our self-discipline series, to share a conversation that will help you think differently about the pain you carry, and may help you rethink how you approach the year. We'll be back to our self-discipline series next week.    In this episode, I bring you the author of the most impactful book I read in 2024. The book...