The Mind Change Podcast

Heather McKean uncovers the hidden emotional drivers behind vertigo, linking it to childhood trauma, denial, anxiety, and unresolved relational wounds. From growing up in chaotic homes to feeling trapped in adulthood, vertigo can be a signal that something is deeply off balance within. Learn why the symptom might be trying to help you—not hurt you—and how recognizing the message could be the first...

In this episode of The Mind Change Podcast, Heather and Kent McKean dive into the misunderstood world of resistance—what it is, how it shows up, and why it's actually a crucial part of healing. From subconscious protection mechanisms to secondary gains and hidden identity attachments, they explore the real reasons why we sometimes feel stuck or frustrated in our self-work. Tune in! You’ll lear...

In this Q&R episode, Heather and Kent respond to listener questions about physical pain, illness, weight gain, and belief systems —and how Mind Change can help shift them all. You’ll learn why emotional drivers are powerful but not required for healing, how your subconscious programming could be affecting your body, and what to do if your partner isn’t yet on board with your growth. Whether yo...

In this episode of The Mind Change Podcast emotional drivers series, Heather McKean unpacks the subconscious patterns that may be driving epilepsy, offering a new perspective on healing. From childhood trauma to internalized pressure, discover the hidden emotional connections behind seizures and how understanding them could be the key to transformation. Don’t miss this eye-opening discussion on mi...

In this episode of The Mind Change Podcast, Heather McKean sits down with Monja Delport, a Mind Change practitioner who unexpectedly found her calling after witnessing her husband’s recovery from chronic pain. Monja opens up about her journey from skepticism to empowerment, revealing how changing subconscious patterns transformed her life, relationships, and parenting. They discuss the power of se...

Could your subconscious mind be influencing your risk of stroke? In this episode of The Mind Change Podcast emotional drivers series, Heather McKean explores the hidden emotional drivers behind strokes, revealing how unresolved trauma, self-criticism, and deep-seated fears can contribute to this life-threatening condition. She unpacks the subconscious programming that keeps people stuck in stress,...

In this episode, Heather McKean, Kent McKean, and McKenzie Brewster break down the difference between conscious and subconscious healing, the pitfalls of surface-level self-help, and why many healing modalities fall short. Heather shares her journey from chronic illness to radical transformation and how Mind Change provides a unique, neuroscience-backed approach to deep, lasting breakthroughs. Whe...

In this episode of The Mind Change Podcast emotional drivers series, Heather McKean reveals how suppressed anger, unresolved childhood trauma, and emotional repression contribute to UC and other inflammatory bowel diseases. She explores why so many people feel trapped in cycles of pain and how Mind Change techniques can help release deep-seated emotional patterns to support healing. If you’re stru...

What if you could rewire your brain to create the life you want? In this episode of The Mind Change Podcast, Heather McKean talks with Gabriel Almazan about his incredible journey with Mind Change. Gabe shares how he overcame childhood trauma, public speaking anxiety, and a fear of the ocean—all through the power of mindset and manifesting. Discover how daily meditation, intentional thinking, and...

In this episode of The Mind Change Podcast, emotional drivers series, Heather McKean explores the hidden emotional drivers behind POTS, tracing its historical roots from "Soldier’s Heart" in Civil War veterans to its current prevalence in young women. She breaks down how childhood experiences, generational trauma, and societal pressures can shape the autonomic nervous system, leading to ch...

Welcome to the Season 3 premiere of The Mind Change Podcast! Join Heather and Kent McKean as they discuss what’s in store for the new season, from emotional drivers to new topics like ADHD, cancer, and menopause. Hear about exciting upcoming interviews, a transformative wellness retreat, and the launch of Mind Change’s updated book in multiple languages. Tune in for all the latest news and get rea...

In this Season 2 finale of The Mind Change Podcast, Heather and Kent McKean celebrate a year of transformation and growth, reflecting on powerful client stories, inspiring interviews, and milestones like ranking in the top 2% of podcasts globally. They revisit highlights, including Ellen Fisher’s empowered birth journey, a veteran overcoming decades of PTSD, and breakthroughs in addiction recovery...

In this episode of The Mind Change Podcast, Heather McKean delves into the emotional drivers behind sciatica, revealing its deeper connection to unresolved traumas and dissociated feelings. While sciatica is often linked to physical causes like herniated discs or posture issues, Heather explains how it can also signify emotional pain, suppressed creativity, unmet support needs, and childhood criti...

Join Heather and Kent McKean in this special Q&A episode of The Mind Change Podcast, where they tackle your most pressing questions. Discover how to heal trauma while on medication, why some symptoms intensify during healing, and how perception shapes your sense of safety. They also discuss breaking generational trauma, supporting children’s emotional well-being, and why healing yourself is th...

In this episode of The Mind Change Podcast emotional drivers series, Heather McKean uncovers the hidden emotional drivers behind urinary tract infections (UTIs). She reveals how the urinary tract’s role in filtering waste can mirror our struggle to let go of toxic relationships, emotions, or beliefs. From suppressed anger and fear of abandonment to unfulfilled emotional needs, Heather explains how...

In this episode of The Mind Change Podcast , Heather and Kent McKean dive into the emotional pull of reverting to childhood roles during the holidays. They discuss how sensory triggers like smells, sounds, and traditions can reignite old patterns and share tools to help you break free. From creating holiday manifestos to shifting subconscious programs, they emphasize the importance of self-awarene...

In this episode of The Mind Change Podcast, Heather McKean uncovers the emotional roots of TMJ and teeth grinding. These physical issues often reflect unprocessed emotions from feeling silenced or criticized, especially in childhood. Heather explains how environments that demand perfectionism or suppress self-expression can lead to jaw tension and grinding as the body holds onto unresolved emotion...

In this episode of The Mind Change Podcast, Heather and Kent McKean sit down with Diane and Casey Lynch to share a journey of profound transformation. After 30 years of battling mental health challenges, Diane discovered Mind Change and began to address the subconscious beliefs that kept her trapped. Casey’s own path with Mind Change soon followed, allowing him to overcome patterns of isolation an...

In this episode of The Mind Change Podcast emotional drivers series, Heather McKean uncovers the hidden emotional drivers behind snoring. While medical reasons like anatomy or sleeping position are often blamed, Heather reveals that snoring may actually signal unresolved emotional struggles like passive-aggressive tendencies, unspoken anger, feeling trapped, and ungrieved heartbreak. By linking sn...

In this episode of The Mind Change Podcast, Heather and Kent McKean tackle the booming wellness retreat industry, breaking down the different types of retreats, from yoga and surf to breathwork and transformational intensives. They also provide valuable insights on how to pick the right retreat for true personal growth. Discover why some retreats are more effective than others, and learn what it t...

In this episode of The Mind Change Podcast emotional drivers series, Heather McKean uncovers the hidden emotional causes behind gallbladder pain and gallstones. While many view gallstones as a simple physical issue, Heather explains how unresolved emotions—like anger, resentment, and bitterness—can create internal blockages that manifest as physical symptoms. She delves into how early childhood ex...

In this episode of The Mind Change Podcast, host Heather McKean travels to a clinic in Walla Walla, Washington, for an insightful conversation with Nicole Kallstrom, a horse enthusiast and competitive barrel racer, about her powerful journey of healing through Mind Change. Nicole shares how Mind Change helped her recover from Hashimoto’s, multiple miscarriages, and long-standing emotional wounds....

In this episode of The Mind Change Podcast, Heather McKean explores the deep emotional drivers behind Candida overgrowth. More than just a physical condition, Candida is often a reflection of unmet emotional needs from childhood—specifically around nurturing, love, and connection with caregivers. Heather explains how childhood experiences, particularly those involving deprivation or guilt, can man...

In this powerful episode of The Mind Change Podcast , Heather McKean welcomes back Cara Ugolini to explore the concept of the mother wound. This deep emotional wound, passed from mother to child, affects both men and women and can manifest as issues with self-worth, boundaries, and relationships. Cara shares insights into how the mother wound is linked to attachment theory and how it can be addres...

In this episode of The Mind Change Podcast , Heather McKean dives deep into the emotional drivers behind Crohn’s Disease. Crohn’s, often labeled as incurable, is an autoimmune disorder that attacks the body from within. Heather reveals how unresolved childhood trauma, nervous system dysregulation, and environmental factors like over-sanitization, fear, and anxiety contribute to the development of...