The Pleasure Project with Dana Skoglund

In this episode of the podcast, you're getting a powerful clip from inside The Pleasure Project Program —a guided parts work practice to help you release the grip of perfectionism and reconnect with your Worthy Self. If you’ve ever felt like no matter how much you achieve, it’s never quite enough… or like you have to earn your worth through doing, fixing, or performing—this practice is for you. Yo...

Sign up for Activating Time Abundance for just $33 before the price goes up to $44 (only a few spots left) Episode 208: 10 Keys to Unlock Your Happiest Life In this episode, I share the 10 essential keys to creating a life filled with more joy, meaning, and fulfillment. Pulled from a lesson inside her Pleasure Project Program , this episode is a treasure trove of science-backed strategies and soul...

What happens when you hand your husband a mic and ask him to spill the tea on 25 years of marriage? You get The Husband Episode — unfiltered, unscripted, and full of real talk, laughter, and love. In this special (and slightly unpredictable) episode, I sit down with my husband to reflect on the past 25 years together — the highs, the hard stuff, the hilarious moments, and the little things that ha...

In this special behind-the-scenes episode of The Pleasure Project Podcast, I'm sharing a powerful coaching conversation from inside The Pleasure Project Program . You'll listen in as I coach a participant navigating feelings of frustration and stagnation in her relationship — and guide her toward profound breakthroughs around connection, emotional fulfillment, and self-sourced happiness. We dive d...

Welcome back to the Pleasure Project Podcast! If you’ve ever struggled to stay consistent with healthy habits or found yourself in a battle with sugar cravings, this is for you. These are the two most common challenges my clients face when they’re trying to eat healthier, lose weight, balance their hormones, or simply feel better in their bodies. And today, I’m breaking them all the way down —with...

Introducing my new program, " Activating Time Abundance ," featuring ten short audio lessons designed to transform your relationship with time. Grab it now for just $33! The Importance of Self-Care In our fast-paced lives, especially with family and work responsibilities pulling us in multiple directions, it's easy to neglect our own needs. But self-care is not a luxury—it's a necessity. Many wome...

Get Activating Time Abundance now A 10-module journey to create time abundance, combining cutting-edge neuroscience, ancient wisdom, and success principles.    You'll learn to tap into the power of  easeful ambition  so you can pursue your biggest dreams without the hustle - accomplishing more while prioritizing pleasure, self-care and deep satisfaction.   Here's what you'...

Click here to get on the waitlist for Activating Time Abundance A recurring theme from those joining the waitlist is a common struggle: the feeling of never having enough time. In this episode, I share my self-coaching process to unravel limiting beliefs, shift my mindset and explore the deeper solution necessary to experience time abundance. Click here to join The Pleasure Project Program

Click here to get on the waitlist for Activating Time Abundance Twelve years in business. (82% of coaching businesses fail within the first two years) Over 200 podcast episodes. (Roughly 90% of podcasts don't make it past 20 episodes) A track record that places me in the top 1% of podcasters worldwide.    The reason I’ve managed to stay consistent and successful for over a decade: ...

Welcome to the 200th episode of the Pleasure Project podcast! As I celebrate this milestone, I want to express my heartfelt gratitude for you, the listener. Over the past two and a half years, podcasting has become a fulfilling way for me to share my insights and experiences, offering tools that may assist you in your personal growth. While this journey has been incredibly rewarding, it has also b...

Welcome to episode 199 of the Pleasure Project podcast! Today, I'm excited to delve into the topic of self-sabotage and share my experiences in overcoming it as I embark on my own 80-day pleasure project alongside our community. While I've achieved numerous goals, including a longstanding aspiration to grow my business to $200,000—a target I've been working toward for over five years—I find myself...

In this episode, we're diving into something we all need daily —fast, effective, science-backed ways to calm your body and mind in minutes. In the Pleasure Project program, one of the most powerful things we do is build a toolbox of quick anti-anxiety, anti-stress practices you can use anytime, anywhere. These aren’t just nice-to-have—they’re essential for regulating your nervous system, completin...

In this episode, we build on our discussion from episode 196, which delved into the reasons behind procrastination. Today, I present a practical four-step process designed to help you follow through on your goals and intentions, a core lesson from the Pleasure Project program. The real challenge lies not in knowing what to do, but in executing those plans. This four-step approach will empower you...

Ever find yourself pushing off important tasks—even the ones you want to do? You’re not lazy, and it’s not a willpower problem. It’s just your brain doing what it’s wired to do: avoid discomfort, seek pleasure, and conserve energy. In this episode, we’re breaking down the real reasons behind procrastination, from fear of failure and perfectionism to dopamine addiction and subconscious rebellion. I...

What if you could achieve more in 29 days than you did all of last year? 🤯 What if you had the right support, tools, and structure to make it happen? I’ve created this workshop to help you JUMP to the next level of success and abundance WITHOUT working harder or longer–but by aligning your energy, actions and mindset. Here are all the juicy details for The Quantum Leap Workshop + 29-Day Ritual:...

Click here to get on the waitlist for The Pleasure Project Program In this episode, we dive deep into the often misunderstood phenomenon of overwhelm. Whether stemming from personal challenges or broader societal issues, it's crucial to understand that your sense of being overwhelmed is not solely tied to your circumstances. Instead, it is caused by your thoughts and perceptions about those situat...

Click here to download the Quantum Leap Year companion guide What if you could achieve in months what most people take years to accomplish? In this episode, we’re diving into how to create a Quantum Leap Year —where growth is exponential, not incremental . You’ll learn: ✅ The 6 key principles of making a quantum leap in any area of life ✅ How to collapse time and accelerate your success ✅ The i...

Click here to join The Pleasure Project Program (by January 25th) In this podcast, we explore how the biggest obstacle to achieving your goals often lies in the belief that you can’t achieve them. Drawing on neuroscience, we see how beliefs become “hardwired” through repeated thoughts, strong emotions (emotional tagging), and our brain’s natural tendency (via the Reticular Activating System) to fi...

Doors are open for The Pleasure Project Program! Click here to join Want the list of questions to create your Bold Moves list ? Email me at danaskoglund@gmail.com and I'll send it to you. In this inspiring episode, we explore the power of stepping outside your comfort zone to unlock growth, courage, and transformation. Dana shares compelling stories, including Sara Blakely’s childhood lessons on e...

I’m doing a webinar on Friday, January 10th, on how to make 2025 your best year yet 🔥  You can sign up for free here: https://www.danaskoglund.com/dreamlife In this episode, I cover 10 steps to gamify your goals so you can make the *most* progress while having the most fun! Step 1: Identify Your Epic Win and/or Mission Your Epic Win is your overarching, aspirational goal. Step 2: Define Your...

I’m doing a webinar on Friday, January 10th, on how to make 2025 your best year yet 🔥  You can sign up for free here: https://www.danaskoglund.com/dreamlife In this episode, I cover key strategies to stick to your goals this year: 1. **Stress Test Your Goals** : Assess your goals by listing potential obstacles and strategies to overcome them. Ask yourself if you're prepared for your journey...

How Aligned Were You with Your Core Values This Year? In this reflective and empowering episode, I dive deep into the concept of alignment with your core values. As the year comes to a close, it's the perfect time to assess how well you’ve lived in integrity with what truly matters to you. I share my personal process for creating an "Integrity Report," using thought-provoking questions to evaluate...

Click here to join the Annual Planning Retreat In this episode, we’re diving into the art of cultivating balance—not as a perfect state but as a dynamic practice of aligning your actions with your values and priorities. If you’ve ever felt pulled in too many directions or struggled to juggle your ambitions with self-care, this episode is for you. What You’ll Learn in Today’s Episode: Why balance i...

Do you constantly feel like there’s never enough time? Are you tired of feeling stressed, rushed, and stretched too thin—wishing you could just pause the clock to catch up? If you’ve tried every productivity hack but still feel overwhelmed, this episode is for you. We’re living in a world of endless opportunities, expectations, and information. While technology promised us more leisure, we’re more...

Sign up for the Holiday Thrive Advent Calendar here In this episode, we’re diving into practical strategies to help you navigate the holiday season with ease and joy. The holidays can bring a whirlwind of activities, emotions, and challenges, but with the right mindset and tools, you can thrive through it all. Here’s what we’ll cover: Common Holiday Challenges Overcommitting: Too many events leadi...