On this episode Brian Berneman introduces the topic of holistic living - nurturing ourselves spiritually, cognitively, and in all aspects of our modern, fast-paced lives. He shares his own journey of integrating spiritual practices daily to bring more wholeness and balance.Incorporating daily spiritual practices:Brian emphasizes the importance of integrating small, manageable spiritual practices into our daily routines, such as taking 3 deep breaths before meals. He explains how this can help...
Celebrating 200 episodes of The Conscious Action Podcast:Brian Berneman emphasizes the importance of celebration for mental health, motivation, and cultivating a positive mindset. Brian notes that many cultures around the world have rituals and ceremonies to mark significant life events and stages, and encourages you, the listener, to learn from these practices.Celebrating small wins and everyday accomplishments:Brian discusses how celebration doesn't have to be reserved only for major achiev...
On this episode Brian Berneman talks with Kate Hall (Ethically Kate) once again after being the first guest of the podcast.Key TakeawaysKate Hall (Ethically Kate) has evolved from Instagram influencer to sustainability educator, author, and public speakerSustainability messaging should balance seriousness with accessibility, fun, and hope to inspire actionDiversifying income streams and maintaining offline connections are crucial for influencers' long-term sustainabilityStarting small with co...
On this episode Brian Berneman explores the importance of integrating holistic practices into healthcare for professionals' wellbeing and improved patient care.Key Takeaways:Self-care is crucial for healthcare professionals to provide better patient care and maintain personal wellbeing.Incorporating short, easy-to-implement holistic practices (e.g., mindfulness, breathwork) can significantly impact stress management and overall health.Shifting workplace culture to prioritize employee wellbein...
In this insightful episode, Brian Berneman is joined by guest Fernanda Bertrand to explore the profound topic of balancing the material and spiritual aspects of life. Fernanda, a successful entrepreneur in the interior design and staging industry, shares her journey of realizing that external achievements and material wealth did not bring the lasting fulfillment she had expected. Through self-discovery and spiritual practices, she is learning to bridge the gap between her outer success a...
On this episode Brian Berneman talks with Pam Buchanan, founder of Quantum Sense about the importance of integrating the soul into our understanding of wellbeing and work.Key Takeaways:Pam & Brian advocate for a holistic approach to health, integrating body, mind, and soul wellness.The importance of grounding and understanding one's soul purpose before attempting to elevate consciousness.Businesses need to evolve to incorporate soul health alongside physical and mental health initiatives....
On this Episode Brian talks with guest Jana Stern about how to navigate the spiritual landscape in current times. Jana shares her personal journey, including her early connection to spirituality and crystals, her struggles with mental health issues like eating disorders and borderline personality disorder, and her path to embracing her psychic gifts and using them to help others. She emphasizes the importance of honoring one's intuition and inner voice, rather than suppressing it.The Men...
On this episode Brian Berneman talks with Russell Harvey, The Resilience Coach.Russell's background and journey:Russell shares his background and how he became interested in human behavior and resilience. He started in training and learning & development roles, and eventually became a resilience coach after helping clients at the Co-op organization navigate challenges during a difficult time.Understanding resilience and adaptability:Russell defines resilience as "springing forward with le...
On this episode Brian explores the importance of unlearning in personal growth and transformation.Key Takeaways:Unlearning is crucial for breaking free from limiting beliefs, patterns, and unconscious behaviorsAwareness, mindfulness, and reflection are key tools for identifying and unlearning conditioned responsesUnlearning is a continuous, layered process that requires courage, responsibility, and self-compassionHealing work and diverse perspectives can facilitate the unlearning process and ...
On this episode, Brian and Rosemary explore allowing changes in one's path as well as incorporating different perspectives to transform and grow.Rosemary's Background and Journey:Starting with a legal education that didn't suit her personality, then discovering a passion for mediation and alternative dispute resolution. This led her to explore human behavior, trauma, child development, and eventually becoming a counselor and writer focused on self-improvement and personal growth.Limitations o...
Robbie's personal journey:Robbie shares about her path into the healing and counseling space, including how the experience of helping her aunt pass away from cancer led her to pursue a master's in counseling with a focus on narrative therapy. She discusses the importance of connecting with the body and somatic experiences in the healing process.Bridging different healing modalities:Brian and Robbie discuss the challenges of bridging the "mainstream" cognitive/talk therapy approach with more h...
Caring about what others think:Brian explores why people care so much about what others think of them, explaining that this is a survival mechanism developed from the need to belong. He shares his own experience of not succumbing to peer pressure, and encourages the audience to question their assumptions about what others might be thinking.Overcoming the fear of judgment:Brian delves deeper into the root of caring about others' opinions, emphasizing the importance of developing a strong sense...
Stress and the importance of presence:Brian Berneman discusses the topic of stress and how the antidote to stress is being present in the moment. He explains that most people are not fully present, as they are often caught up in thoughts about the past or future, rather than focusing on the present. He emphasizes the importance of practices like mindfulness, meditation, and conscious movement to help cultivate presence.Understanding the roots of our lack of presence:Brian delves into the reas...
Chelsea's background and journey:Chelsea shares her personal story, including growing up in a dysfunctional family, struggling with addiction and eating disorders, and finding healing through practices like yoga, meditation, and somatics. She emphasizes the importance of self-compassion and embracing one's full experience, both positive and negative.The mind-body connection in recovery:Brian and Chelsea discuss the significance of the mind-body connection in the recovery process. They highlig...
Importance of finding the right practices:Brian discusses the importance of finding the right experiences and practices that can support each moment in our lives and help us be well. As we change and grow, we need to be open to exploring new and different practices, perspectives, and traditions to continue expanding and developing.Adapting practices to different moments:Brian shares how some practices he started practicing as a teenager he still does, but not in the same way every day. He lea...
On this episode we talk with Malti Bhojwani, transformation facilitator, Coach & Author.Malti's personal transformation journey:Malti shares how her own personal challenges and struggles in her 30s, including being overweight, divorced, and financially unstable, prompted her to embark on a journey of self-discovery and transformation. She discusses how realizing she had created her own "mess" led her to become a "self-help junkie" and explore various modalities to shift her perspective fr...
On this episode we talk with Nila Lleshaj, founder of Kiss The Earth, a wellness and beauty brand that embraces the power of Blue Lotus for both inner health and outer beauty. Blue Lotus has profoundly impacted every aspect of her life, which is why her mission is to share the wisdom and beauty of this sacred flower with the world. She believes in the healing and transformative power of sacred plants. and their ability to expand human consciousness.Nila's journey with Blue Lotus:Nila shares h...
On this episode we talk with Valeria Sumar, a Nutritionist and Dietitian specialized in Women’s Health, menstrual health educator, Womb massage practitioner, body awareness and intuitive eating therapist, and trauma-informed practitioner. Valeria shares her journey from studying nutrition to exploring embodiment practices and her own healing process. Brian and Valeria emphasize the importance of reconnecting with the body and honoring its wisdom.Challenges of disconnection from the ...
Introduction to Mindfulness in the WorkplaceBrian shares his personal experience of bringing mindfulness practices into his work at a Buddhist retreat center and the positive impact it had on wellbeing, cohesion, and productivity.Overcoming Resistance to MindfulnessBrian discusses the importance of understanding the openness of a company's culture to introducing mindfulness practices, as they may seem foreign or unfamiliar to some. He emphasizes the need to demonstrate the various benefits to...
On this episode we talk with Lainne Love, a Spiritual Psychology Coach & Bestselling Author, Leading Edge Healer, Founder + CEO of A Bigger Mission, and Momma. Growing up in ChaosChildhood with a teenage mother with a lot of instability and lack of attention, safety and funds.Western Medicine systemEmergencies and dealing with symptoms are great with our conventional health system. For a preventative, healing process traditional medicine or 'alternative medicine' might be the way to ...
Janina Gould
Really enjoyed this episode thank you 🙂