Ever feel like your emotions hijack the moment before you even know what hit you? You’re not alone—and it’s not your fault. In this episode, Ani Anderson and Brian Trzaskos crack open the misunderstood world of emotional reactivity with humor, heart, and science-backed insights. From decoding what emotional reactivity really means (spoiler: it’s not just about “blowing up”) to uncovering why typical advice like “just take a breath” often falls flat, they share a radically different, somatic approach to changing emotional patterns—one that actually works.

Join us for a deep dive that will help you identify, decode, and transform emotional reactivity—starting from the inside out.

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Ever thought your breathing habits might be messing with your sleep, mood, weight, or even your jawline? In this lively and eye-opening episode of the Somatic Coaching Academy Podcast, hosts Ani Anderson and Brian Trzaskos dive into the surprising science behind Breath by James Nestor. From sleep tape experiments and nasal muscle workouts to how breathing less might actually heal your body, they unpack the book’s most powerful insights—with plenty of laughs and real-life takeaways along the way.

Join us for a practical, science-backed guide to using your breath to transform your energy, focus, and overall well-being—starting today.

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Ever feel like the harshest critic in your life is... you? In this heartfelt and eye-opening episode of the Somatic Coaching Academy Podcast, hosts Ani Anderson and Brian Trzaskos explore what it really means to declare independence from self-judgment. From uncovering where these critical inner voices come from to sharing raw personal stories and offering a radically different somatic approach to empowerment, this conversation goes far deeper than positive thinking or mindset hacks.

Join us for a powerful exploration of how to recognize, unwind, and finally free yourself from the internal patterns that keep you stuck—and discover how true self-compassion begins in the body.

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Ever wonder what peanut butter bars, gong baths, and somatic transformation have in common? In this laughter-filled episode of the Somatic Coaching Academy Podcast, hosts Ani Anderson and Brian Trzaskos take you behind the scenes of their recent Core Centering Practitioner Training retreat at Kripalu. From the magic of communal meals to the science of nervous system resets, they share key moments of joy, deep rest, and aha insights that only happen in person.

Join us for a heartfelt, hilarious, and eye-opening conversation that will help you rediscover the power of embodiment, connection, and real transformation—without the gnashing of teeth.

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Is your client stuck, overwhelmed, or sabotaging their own goals—despite saying they want change? Chances are, they’re experiencing a motivational conflict—and most coaches aren’t trained to spot it. In this insightful and entertaining episode, Ani Anderson and Brian Trzaskos unpack the three levels of motivation that drive human behavior: away from, toward, and by. You’ll learn why “accountability” often masks deeper energy misalignments, how to harness dopamine wisely, and how to help clients shift from burnout to flow. Complete with real client stories, neuroscience, and plenty of laughs, this episode is both practical and eye-opening.

Join us for an empowering deep dive into how motivation really works—and how you can help your clients align their energy for lasting success.

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Ever wondered if you can truly trust your intuition—or if it's just your subconscious fear wearing a clever disguise? In this thought-provoking episode of the Somatic Coaching Academy Podcast, hosts Ani Anderson and Brian Trzaskos unpack the real nature of intuition—what it is, where it comes from, and how you can tell the difference between an intuitive nudge and subconscious resistance.

With personal stories, light-hearted humor, and grounded insights from their coaching practice, Ani and Brian explore the hidden dynamics between your subconscious mind, the collective unconscious, and that elusive "gut feeling" we all want to follow.

Join us for a powerful conversation that will help you stop second-guessing yourself and start building real trust in your intuitive abilities.

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Is “negativity bias” keeping you stuck—and is it even real? In this thought-provoking episode of the Somatic Coaching Academy Podcast, Ani Anderson and Brian Trzaskos unravel the science behind so-called "negative thinking" and challenge the widely accepted concept of the negativity bias. Drawing on neuroscience, personal stories, and their signature somatic coaching wisdom, they reveal how what’s often labeled as “negative” is actually the body’s brilliant way of protecting us.

Join us for a powerful reframe that will change the way you think about your thoughts—and give you practical ways to support clients (and yourself) with more compassion, clarity, and confidence.

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What if the only thing standing between you and your biggest breakthrough is… trying too hard? 🤯 In this episode of the Somatic Coaching Academy Podcast, hosts Ani Anderson and Brian Trzaskos dive into You² by Price Pritchett—a tiny book with a massive message about making quantum leaps in your personal and professional life. Forget step-by-step progress and grinding it out. This conversation explores what real transformation looks like, why “messy” is necessary, and how to stop banging your head against the window when the door’s been open the whole time.

Join us for a practical, mindset-shifting exploration that will help you stop over-efforting and start spotting real opportunities for powerful change.

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