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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Is your team quietly disengaging while still clocking in every day? You’re not imagining it — and you’re not alone.
In this eye-opening episode, hosts Ani Anderson and Brian Trzaskos dive into the growing phenomenon dubbed The Great Detachment. Inspired by new Gallup research, they unpack the real reasons employees are losing their sense of purpose — and why the old tactics for motivation aren’t cutting it anymore.
From post-pandemic burnout to broken performance systems, Ani and Brian call out the elephants in the room and offer a bold, human-centered approach to restoring true engagement. Forget mission statements and forced inspiration — it’s time to tap into what actually motivates people from the inside out.
Join us for a powerful conversation that will shift how you lead, manage, and reconnect your people to purpose — starting today.

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Are you feeling like the world is breaking faster than you can keep up? You’re not alone — and there’s a reason for it. In this eye-opening episode of the Somatic Coaching Academy Podcast, hosts Ani Anderson and Brian Trzaskos unpack the rising relevance of the BANI world — a powerful framework that captures the emotional chaos of our current reality: Brittle, Anxious, Nonlinear, Incomprehensible.
They explore how BANI evolved from the older VUCA model, why anxiety isn’t something to just “reframe,” and how this whole messy, uncertain world might actually be a sign that transformation is happening — in you, your teams, and your leadership.
Join us for a grounded, honest, and empowering conversation that will help you make sense of what you’re feeling — and how to lead through it with clarity, compassion, and consciousness.

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What if the pain you’ve been chasing isn’t just physical — but a call from deep within your nervous system, asking to be seen, felt, and healed? In this deeply moving and eye-opening episode of the Somatic Coaching Academy Podcast, hosts Ani Anderson and Brian Trzaskos continue their two-part series on Wellness Coaching for Chronic Pain with a powerful blend of science, somatic wisdom, and personal transformation.

Brian shares a pivotal story of chronic pain, emotional breakthrough, and lasting healing — all sparked by a morning that started with a back spasm and ended with a two-mile walk and a decades-old emotional release. Along the way, Ani and Brian unpack the essential tools every coach or healing professional needs to help clients truly shift their pain: mindfulness, somatic practices, and sensation-based coaching.

Join us for practical frameworks, raw vulnerability, and powerful takeaways that will change how you understand pain — and what’s possible on the other side of it.

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