Unlearning

We’re wrapping up the Human Design mini-series with a powerful debrief: what we’ve learned, how to actually use it, and why understanding your energy type changes everything. In this episode, we are bringing together the five energy types — Manifestor, Generator, MG, Projector, and Reflector, and explores how to move from theory to embodiment. Because Human Design isn’t about labels , it’s about l...

Reflectors make up just 1% of the population, the rarest and most mysterious of all Human Design types. In this episode of The Unlearning Podcast, we explore what it means to live as a Reflector: the mirrors of humanity. Learn why their openness is both a gift and a challenge, how environment shapes their wellbeing, and how we can all embody the quiet, powerful wisdom they carry.

In this episode, we’re exploring the world of the Projector, the visionaries, guides, and energy seers of the Human Design system. Whether you are a Projector or you love one, this conversation will give you a whole new level of understanding for how they’re meant to move through life, and why rest, recognition, and right invitations aren’t luxuries… they’re requirements. We’ll talk about how Proj...

This one’s for the Generators and Manifesting Generators. the world’s builders, doers, and multi-passionate creators. In this episode of The Unlearning Podcast, we dive into what it means to live by your sacral response, how to stop forcing energy that isn’t yours, and why satisfaction — not success — is your real north star. You’ll also hear personal stories about raising two Generator kids, one...

Ever feel like you’re too much and not enough all at once? Like your energy doesn’t quite fit the mold everyone else seems to operate from? In this episode, I kick off a brand-new series exploring Human Design — starting with my own energy type: the Manifestor (which makes up roughly 9% of the population). I unpacks what Human Design actually is, where it came from, and how to find your own chart,...

We hit 100 episodes… so now what?! 🎉 In today’s episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on what 100 episodes of The Unlearning Podcast has taught me, and where we’re going next. From the messy behind-the-scenes to the big lessons, and a sneak peek at the new mini-series ideas I’m dreaming up, this one’s equal parts reflective and exciting. Because 100 isn’t the finish line, it’s just the warm-up! S...

100 episodes. 100 conversations about healing, growth, and unlearning the conditioning that keeps us stuck. In this milestone episode, I’m reflecting on the biggest lessons I’ve learned so far: ✨ Why your worth isn’t tied to productivity ✨ How nervous system regulation is the foundation for lasting change ✨ The power of rewriting the stories you tell yourself ✨ And why community is the real me...

We all wear so many hats: daughter, partner, parent, friend, employee, boss, caregiver… the list goes on. But when the roles start to pile up, they can feel heavy, overwhelming, and even suffocating. In this episode, I’ll show you how to create more fluidity and ease in the way you carry your roles. We’ll talk about why roles don’t define your worth, how to navigate clashes between them, and simpl...

Feeling the September pressure? In this episode, I’m breaking down how to ease back into structure and routine without slipping into hustle mode, over-scheduling, or beating yourself up. We’ll talk about why nervous system regulation is the antidote to “September pressure,” how to untangle worth from productivity, and simple grounding rituals that actually stick. This episode is your calm, compass...

Have you ever felt like you did everything “right”, got the job, the relationship, the family, the achievements, and still felt the emptiness inside? In this episode, we dig into why chasing validation and perfectionism never truly fill us, how your nervous system and brain wiring play into it, and the tools to shift from performing to truly living. If you’ve ever wondered, ‘Why don’t I feel fulfi...

Ever feel like summer’s slipping away and you didn’t do enough? In this episode unedited, I’m breaking down why that “falling behind” feeling shows up, how social media + nervous system dysregulation feed it, and simple tools to savor the last days of summer without pressure. You don’t need to cram more in, you need a new way of being.

Ever find yourself deep in a scroll, suddenly questioning everything about your life? You're not alone — and you're not broken. In this episode, we break down how social media dysregulates the nervous system, fuels the not-enough loop, and keeps you stuck in self-doubt. Learn real tools to regulate, reconnect, and come back to your truth. 🎧 Topics: Why scrolling triggers nervous system dy...

Stuck in the cycle of trying new routines that never stick? You’re not broken, you’re just approaching it backward. In this episode, we unpack why productivity hacks and morning routines won’t change your life if they’re built on shame or nervous system dysregulation. You’ll learn: Why behavior change starts with identity How to use nervous system tools + brain rewiring for real shifts Why you don...

That voice in your head? The one that tells you you're not doing enough, not good enough, not productive enough, it’s not actually the problem. In this episode, we're unlearning the toxic relationship we’ve built with our inner critic and learning how to shift it using nervous system regulation and brain rewiring techniques. We’ll talk about: Why your inner critic exists in the first place How per...

“I’m not flexible enough.” “I’d feel so awkward.” “I’d probably look ridiculous.” Sound familiar? In this episode of The Unlearning Podcast , we’re diving deep into the sneaky stories that stop us from trying new things, like yoga, and life, because of fear or judgment. If you’ve ever held yourself back out of fear you won’t fit in, this one’s for you.

In today's episode, we dive into the very real struggle of trying to make everyone happy in the summer, especially when you’re raising more than one child with completely different needs and personalities. You want to do it “right,” but let’s be real… it’s exhausting. If you’re feeling pulled in every direction, blaming yourself for not getting it perfect, or wondering if you’re doing enough,...

Tired but can’t sleep? Motivated but frozen? Drowning in to-dos but can’t even start? You’re not lazy, you’re fried. In this episode of The Unlearning Podcast, we unpack the misunderstood signs of nervous system burnout, why you’ve been blaming yourself for a protective response, and what to do when your body is screaming “enough.” This is your gentle call back to compassion, rest, and realignment...

Are you actually changing... or just coping better? In this raw, honest episode, we explore the sneaky ways our healing journey can become another performance — and how to know if you're truly transforming or just surviving more beautifully. We’ll unpack the difference between managing symptoms and healing the root, why your brain prefers old patterns, and what real change actually looks like...

Feeling like you’re not doing enough this summer? Like everyone else is living their best life and you’re… just tired, trying, or holding it all together? This episode is for the woman who needs a reminder that her summer, in all its messy, quiet, imperfect glory, is more than enough. Let’s unlearn the pressure to perform and come back to presence. Ready for deeper work, send me and email iamshayn...

Triggered? This episode is for the woman who’s tired of being hijacked by other people’s behavior — and ready to finally understand what her triggers are actually trying to teach her. If you’ve ever said “I would NEVER do that,” it might be time to ask: What part of me is still trying to be protected? This one is real, raw, and freeing.

Tired of feeling like your happiness depends on what’s happening around you? In this powerful episode of The Unlearning Podcast , we’re flipping the script on external chaos and reclaiming your inner peace. We dive into why building your own internal conditioning —your thoughts, emotions, nervous system, and mindset—is the real path to joy, even when the world feels loud, uncertain, or flat-out dr...

You’ve read the books. You’ve binged the podcasts. You’ve taken the masterclasses. And yet… you still find yourself stuck in the same old cycles. This episode is for the woman who’s done all the “right” things in the self-help world—and still feels like nothing sticks. We’re diving into the truth behind why surface-level personal development often leads to burnout and disappointment, and what you...

Ever feel like you're doing the work —healing, growing, regulating your nervous system—only to be pulled into the chaos, drama, or negativity of the people around you? This episode is for the person who's trying to protect their peace in a world that seems addicted to noise. We talk about energy, boundaries, and the powerful ways you can stay grounded—no matter what room you walk into. Whe...

Feeling like everyone else has it figured out, and change just feels too hard? You’re not alone—and you’re not broken. In this real and raw episode, I’m unpacking the hidden stories that keep us stuck, why believing “it’s easier for everyone else” is one of the most dangerous beliefs you can carry, and what it actually takes to create change. If you’re ready for some tough love and big inspiration...

Expanding my business to open my dream studio has been beautiful—but not without doubts, sweat, and emotional waves. In this episode, I share the truth behind what it really takes to bring a dream to life (and why it’s okay to question it all along the way). Want to connect? Send me a DM on IG