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A podcast dedicated to empowering you to confidently lead a wholesome, aligned, fulfilling life by unlearning years of societal pressures and finally getting back to living the life you deserve. Weekly episodes that are going to have you dropping the bullshit excuses and getting outta your own way! This is Unlearning.
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We hear it all the time,“be kind.”But what if that’s not actually the standard we should be striving for?In this episode, I share a simple moment from my day that sparked a deeper realization about how we show up in the world—and how often we focus on behavior while completely overlooking energy.Because here’s the truth:People don’t just hear you… they feel you.We explore:Why “being kind” can sometimes become performativeThe subtle ways unprocessed stress shows up in your tone, body, and presenceWhat it really means to be responsible for your energyHow your nervous system state impacts every interaction you haveWhy regulation isn’t just personal work,it’s relationalThis isn’t about being perfect or saying the right thing.It’s about becoming aware of how you actually feel to be around.Because that’s what people remember.If you’ve ever walked away from an interaction thinking “nothing was wrong, but something felt off”…this episode will shift how you see yourself, and others.As always if this stirred something in you, lets chat!
Alignment isn’t about certainty, confidence, or getting it “right.”It’s about safety.Honesty.And the body’s ability to tell the truth without fear.In this episode, we explore:Why alignment can feel confusing after survivalThe difference between ego-led and body-led alignmentWhat alignment actually feels like in the bodyWhy alignment emerges after regulation, not beforeThis episode continues our series on unlearning, shame, regulation, and alignment as lived experiences.If you're ready to dive deeper into an aligned life, send me a DM on IG or email iamshaynanaus@gmail.com
In this episode, we explore regulation not as a concept, but as a lived, day-to-day experience.After unlearning old patterns and softening shame, regulation becomes the missing piece that allows real change to happen.We talk about:Why regulation is often mistaken for calm or controlHow dysregulation gets mislabeled as intuition or failureWhat regulation actually looks like in real lifeWhy capacity comes before clarityHow safety creates self-trustThis episode is part of an ongoing series on unlearning, shame, regulation, and alignment , lived through the body, not just understood in the mind.Let's dive in!
Ever notice how the moment things feel unclear, uncomfortable, or slow, you assume something is wrong?In this episode, we talk about why healing, unlearning, and growth often feel messier than we expect, and why that doesn’t mean you’re failing.This is a relatable, honest conversation about:The awkward “in-between” phase of growthWhy discomfort doesn’t mean regressionHow shame convinces us we’re doing it wrongWhat regulation actually looks like in real lifeAnd why nothing might need fixing at allRead for more, reach out and let's connect! iamshaynanaus@gmail.com
This wasn’t the episode I planned to record.But I woke up receiving such a strong download around the New Moon Solar Eclipse in Aquarius and the beginning of the Year of the Fire Horse… that I couldn’t ignore it.In this episode, I break down (simply and grounded, not woo-woo) what eclipses represent, what Aquarius energy invites, and how the Fire Horse symbolizes bold identity shifts.But more importantly, we tie it back to nervous system healing, identity work, and why sustainable change isn’t about willpower…It’s about who you believe you are.If you’ve been feeling restless, emotional, aware, or stretched lately, this episode will help you understand why.And I’ll leave you with one powerful question:What are you stepping into that the old you couldn’t hold?
Valentine’s week often brings pressure, comparison, and questions about worth, especially if you’ve learned to equate love with effort or self-sacrifice.In this episode, we explore:How self-abandonment shows up in love and relationshipsWhy love learned through survival feels intense but exhaustingWhat love feels like in a regulated bodyWhy safety matters more than chemistryHow to move through Valentine’s week with more softness and self-trustThis is a grounding, honest conversation about redefining love, starting with yourself.
Shame doesn’t always shout, often, it whispers. It’s the quiet voice that keeps us small, stuck, and self-abandoning even when we know something needs to change.In this episode, we explore:✨ What shame really is (and what it isn’t)✨ How shame forms as a nervous system response✨ Why unlearning can feel unsafe✨ The link between shame, self-abandonment, and resentment✨ How to work with shame instead of fighting itThis episode is a compassionate invitation to soften, understand your patterns, and begin creating change from safety , not force.
Unlearning old patterns can feel liberating… and disorienting.In this episode, we explore the quiet, often confusing space that comes after you stop over-functioning, people-pleasing, or abandoning yourself, but before clarity fully arrives.This conversation is about integration, not urgency.Safety, not fixing.Learning how to trust yourself when the old armor is gone.In this episode, we talk about:Why the “in-between” can feel uncomfortable or emptyHow the nervous system responds after old coping patterns dissolveRebuilding trust with yourself through small, embodied choicesIdentity after survival modeWhat regulation actually looks like in everyday lifeIf you’ve been unlearning… and wondering now what? ....this episode is for you.✨ Free live masterclass: Regulated & Aligned🗓 January 29th at 7:30pm (Zoom)A gentle space to explore alignment, safety, and nervous-system, led change.🔗 Register HERE
We say we want change, but what if what we’re really afraid of isn’t growth… it’s unlearning?In this episode, we explore why letting go of old patterns can feel more threatening than staying stuck, even when those patterns no longer serve us. We unpack how survival strategies like people-pleasing, overworking, and self-abandonment once kept us safe, and why your nervous system may resist releasing them now.You’ll hear about:Why unlearning feels unsafe to the bodyThe difference between change and regulationHow identity, attachment, and belonging keep us clingingWhy you don’t need more discipline, you need safetyWhat unlearning actually looks like in real lifeThis is a soft, honest conversation for anyone who feels ready for something different… but doesn’t know how to let go of what’s familiar.✨ Free live masterclass: Regulated & Aligned January 29th at 7:30pm (Zoom)A gentle space to explore alignment, safety, and nervous system–led change. Join us HERE
Resentment doesn’t come from nowhere.It builds when we override our needs, silence our truth, and choose connection at the cost of ourselves, again and again.In this episode, we explore:How self-abandonment forms (and why it’s not your fault)Why resentment is a nervous system response, not a character flawThe deep human need for safety in the bodyHow unmet needs quietly turn into irritation, burnout, and withdrawalGentle ways to begin rebuilding trust with yourselfThis conversation is an invitation to stop forcing, stop self-betraying, and start creating a life that feels safe to live inside your body.If you’ve ever wondered why you feel resentful even when you “chose” the situation, this episode is for you.🎧 Listen in and let this land slowly.
Reflectors make up less than 1% of the population, and their sensitivity is their greatest gift.But when the world feels overwhelming, they fall into self-sabotage patterns like identity confusion, decision paralysis, emotional withdrawal, and settling for environments that drain them.In this episode, I break down:✨ Why Reflectors struggle with self-trust✨ How rushing decisions leads to burnout✨ How their environment shapes their entire experience✨ Self-sabotage patterns at every age✨ Tools to help Reflectors regulate their nervous system✨ How to support Reflector kids, teens, and partners✨ And what thriving truly looks like for this rare energy typeA tender, validating, deeply supportive episode for Reflectors and anyone who loves one.
Projectors aren’t designed to keep up with the world’s pace, but most were conditioned to try.And the result? Burnout, resentment, emotional withdrawal, and a nervous system that’s constantly bracing for impact.In this episode, we explore:✨ The real reason Projectors fall into self-sabotage✨ Why over-proving and over-working feel like survival✨ How childhood conditioning wires them away from their natural brilliance✨ Signs a Projector is dysregulated✨ What thriving truly looks like for ProjectorsIf you’re a Projector, love a Projector, or are raising one, this episode will bring clarity, validation, and a deeper understanding of the incredible emotional world of this energy type.
In this episode we continue our Human Design & Self-Sabotage mini-series with the energy type known for speed, creativity, multitasking, and magnetic life-force: Manifesting Generators.Inside, we explore:✨ The MG patterns of quitting too early or staying too long✨ Why MGs overcommit during energetic highs✨ How skipping steps becomes sabotage✨ The emotional patterns behind burnout and shame✨ How MG kids, teens, and adults can break the cycle✨ Personal stories about my MG husband and MG daughterIf you’re an MG, or you love one, this episode will change the way you understand yourself (or them) forever.
We’re kicking off the Human Design & Self-Sabotage mini series by diving into Manifestors, the initiators, the fire-starters, the 9% of the population who are here to spark movements… yet often sabotage their own brilliance.In this episode, you’ll learn:✨ The real lived experience of Manifestors✨ Why anger is actually your compass✨ The top 5 sabotage patterns Manifestors fall into✨ How nervous system dysregulation fuels shutdown✨ What aligned Manifestors look like (and why it’s 🔥)✨ Tools to stop sabotaging and start leading againPlus, I share parts of my own Manifestor story, the places I’ve shrunk, and how reclaiming my design has been one of the most powerful shifts of my life.
Every child is wired differently, and understanding how their energy works might just change everything.In this episode of The Unlearning Podcast, I unpack how to parent through the lens of Human Design, with real-life examples and insights for every energy type (Manifestor, Generator, Manifesting Generator, Projector, Reflector).Learn how to support your child’s nervous system, confidence, and natural rhythm, from toddlers to adult kids.Ready to dive deeper into your design? Send an inquiry to iamshaynanaus@gmail.com
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 living with awareness, regulation, and self-trust.Ready for more?! Send me a DM on IG or email iamshaynanaus@gmail.com
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 Projectors are wired to see patterns that others miss, what leads them into burnout and self-doubt, and how they can reclaim their magic by slowing down, trusting their timing, and letting their wisdom be seen.Interested in learning more about Human Design, send me a DM !
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 MG kid and an MG husband, and what they’ve taught me about alignment, frustration, and joy.Curious about a full Human Deisgn Chat reading?! Send me a DM on IG or email iamshaynanaus@gmail.com
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, but more importantly, I share how learning my design changed everything:💭 From second-guessing my ideas to finally trusting my creative bursts⚡ From pushing through burnout to embracing rest and cycles💔 From feeling like an outsider to understanding why I was never meant to fit inThis episode is an invitation to stop trying to fix yourself , and start remembering how you were designed to move through the world.And if you’re ready to dive deeper, I offer personalized Human Design readings to help you understand your unique blueprint, your energy type, and how to live in full alignment.✨ Listen now and start unlearning the version of you that was never broken.
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