The Pleasure Project with Dana Skoglund

If you don’t manage your nervous system effectively, it will manage you ineffectively. In this episode of the Pleasure Project podcast, I dive into the critical topic of managing stress and anxiety effectively. I shed light on the origins of anxiety, the impact of our modern lifestyles, and the importance of addressing these issues to safeguard our health and well-being. I share practical tools in...

A gratitude bomb has gone off inside me this week. I’ve been basking in the bliss of living my dream life.  My heart is bursting. I’m madly in love with life right now. If you want to tap into this incredible feeling, in this episode of The Pleasure Project Podcast, I share 7 gratitude practices to try to rap the many benefits of gratitude which include (but are not limited to): Stronger immu...

In this episode, I share a recent keynote speech I did on living your dream life. We delved into the essential ingredients needed to create your dream life. We discussed the importance of getting comfortable with unpleasant emotions and focusing on your "to-be" list more than your "to-do" list. We also explored the balance between being present and focusing on growth, emphasizing the significance...

Today I take you inside my personal journal to share how I coached myself out of a freeze. Self-coaching is a powerful tool that can help you navigate through challenges, make decisions, and take action toward your dreams. It involves asking yourself powerful questions, reflecting on your beliefs and behaviours, and taking responsibility for your actions. Through self-coaching, you can gain a deep...

Do you think most of your problems would be solved if you just had more time? Then this episode is for you! In this episode, we cover ten key principles to help you maximize your time and focus on what truly matters. By planning, decision-making, letting go of perfectionism, taking quick action, setting time constraints, saying no, delegating tasks, finishing what you start, focusing on one task a...

In Episode 154 of the Pleasure Project podcast, I delve into the topic of overcoming perfectionism. Perfectionism, characterized by unrealistic standards, can lead to various negative impacts like procrastination, rigid thinking, and toxic comparisons. This mindset is driven by false beliefs about avoiding uncomfortable emotions, believing that perfection will lead to a better life, and achieving...

In episode 153 of the Pleasure Project podcast, I emphasize the importance of asking yourself the question, "What do you want?". Your desires are divinely inspired and a crucial aspect of your soul's growth. Unfortunately, societal conditioning, especially for women, often leads to pushing aside desires and feeling guilty for wanting more. Fear and limiting beliefs can also act as blockers to...

Welcome to the Pleasure Project podcast, where we explore how to make positive changes in our lives with ease instead of force. In this episode, we delve into the topic of making changes effectively and sustainably - without using willpower. I share how I gave up alcohol and break down the process into eight key ingredients that can help you successfully navigate the journey of change. From increa...

If you’re not taking advantage of the power of mental rehearsal, you’re missing out on an effective way to create rapid change. Mental rehearsal is when you imagine or visualize yourself doing something in vivid detail. When you do, you activate the same neural pathways as a physical practice, which improves your skills, focus, and overall performance. I use this technique often, most recently wit...

To celebrate the 150th episode, I want to share the story of finding my purpose. I talk to so many people who feel like they don't know their purpose, have retired or become empty nesters who feel like they've "lost" their purpose. They crave a life that feels more meaningful and want to make a positive difference and help people. I'm very blessed to have found my purpose and am living it every si...

Do you ever feel like your accomplishments might have been due to luck, chance, or connections? Do you worry that you’ll be exposed as a fraud? Do you feel like everyone around you is smarter, works harder or does a better job than you? Do you find yourself terrified of making mistakes? If you’re a high achiever and you answered “yes” to any of these questions you might be suffering from Impostor...

In honour of The Month of Love, this episode focuses on 6 self-love habits. Listening to your body Upgrading your self-talk Self-compassion during challenging emotions Embracing your desire Showing up for yourself Curiosity over self-judgement when you make a mistake Your most important relationship is the one with yourself, make it a good one. Click here to join The Pleasure Project Program

Why is it so hard for some of us to speak our truth? As women, we have been taught to stay small and be seen and not heard.  In this episode, I discuss: What happens when we struggle to speak up or when we people-please When it's good to speak your truth and when it's not 4 steps to start speaking your truth Click here to register for my free webinar The Yoga of Emotion to start mastering you...

Fast forward a year from now, where would you love to be? If you want to make massive progress and create some positive changes, you're likely going to have to do things differently. Einstein said: "Insanity is doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results.". It can be SO HARD to go against our default patterns. BUT that’s exactly what’s required. After coaching hundreds...

According to stats, 23% of people quit their resolutions by the end of the first week, and 43% quit by the end of January. A measly 9% complete them. My goal this year is to give you all the tools, tips and tricks to help you be part of the 9%. Are you ready? Answer this: What would you be ECSTATIC to accomplish in 2024? Choose ONE BIG HAIRY AUDACIOUS GOAL (also known as your B-HAG). For my fellow...

The doors are open for The Pleasure Project Program! Click here for details and to book a call with me to join us . This episode is a replay of a webinar I did on making 2024 your best year ever. You'll learn how to access the power of your subconscious to rewire your brain to achieve your goals with ease and confidence. Throw away your 27-point action plan. Learn a hustle-free approach so you can...

I’m hosting a free webinar on December 30th to make 2024 Your Best Year Ever. Register here In this episode, I share my wins from 2023 as well as a recording from the final call from The Pleasure Project Program where the members share THEIR biggest wins of the year. Send me YOUR wins - I would love to celebrate them with you! Click here to join The Pleasure Project Program

I’m hosting a free webinar on December 30th to make 2024 Your Best Year Ever. Register here Are you feeling hesitant about setting goals because you don’t believe you’ll follow through and achieve them? If your lack of consistency in the past has you feeling disillusioned with resolutions, it’s important to understand WHY you procrastinate. Because here’s what you DON’T want to do: Vow to “do bett...

Studies show that of the 60% of people who make New Year's resolutions, only 6% stick to them. Why is that? Because you don’t get what you want, you get who you are. Here's how we approach our goals: We think about what we want to HAVE. Then we think about what we need to DO to be successful. When January 1st hits, we DO those things for a while, but once the New Year excitement wanes, we stop. Th...

No matter what you look like, chances are, at some point, you’ve struggled with a negative self-image. Your shape is NOT why you’ve felt shame around your body or stood in front of the mirror and picked yourself apart. We live in a culture where we have been conditioned to believe that we will NEVER be skinny or beautiful enough. As women, beauty is our #1 insecurity. Studies show that men overest...

Today's episode is straight out of my Holiday Thrive Guide which you can get for free when you sign up for the Holiday Thrive Advent Calendar . Inside you’ll find: 10 tips for a happy, healthy holiday Winter Solstice Ritual Guide Gift ideas that don’t cost a thing And 8 delicious, healthy and guilt-free festive food recipes Then, every day until December 25th, you’ll get a gift from me to help you...

The episode is a recording of my webinar Intention to Action: Bridge the gap between where you are and where you want to be. In this value-packed 60 minutes, you'll learn how to change your brain using the most exciting research in self-directed neuroplasticity and behavioural change science. You'll walk away with a simple 4-step process to: Follow through on your plans and get things DONE! Stop p...

* This Friday I'm teaching a special webinar called Intention to Action: How to Bridge the Gap from Where You Are to Where You Want to Be. You'll learn how to make the changes you want, take action toward your goals and stick to your plan. You’ll leave knowing exactly why you keep getting in your own way and sabotaging your dreams, and most importantly, what to do instead. Click here to register *...

What determines if you stay on track with your goals is your mindset. Especially when you’re faced with obstacles, set backs, failures, and slow or zero progress. This is when you’ll want to quit. When you’ll find yourself getting distracted and wanting to change course. It can be SO challenging to stay optimistic, maintain hope and have unwavering faith when there is NO evidence that you will ach...

I'm teaching a free webinar Friday, November 17th called Intention to Action: Bridge the gap between where you are and where you want to be. Leave with practical tools and Jedi mind tricks to generate motivation to *finally* follow through on your best laid plans. This workshop will change the way you change FOREVER. Click here to register now . All your problems can fit into one of 5 categories:...