Want a relationship that lasts and still feels electric? We sat down with Dr. Diane Mueller, a board-certified sexologist with dual doctorates in Naturopathic Medicine and Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine, to unpack the science and practice of keeping monogamy hot and deeply connected. Her story starts with unexpected healing through pleasure and expands into a research-backed framework for building resilient intimacy without shame or guesswork.

We dig into desire mismatch and why the “meet in the middle” approach leaves both partners unsatisfied. You’ll learn a simple values-and-pie-chart exercise that exposes whether your calendar actually reflects what you claim to value. From there we make the case for scheduling intimacy once a week, not to kill spontaneity, but to protect it—because you already “scheduled” sex when you were dating. Dr. Diane clarifies a crucial distinction: desire is of the mind, arousal is of the body. Men often feel desire first; women frequently need arousal before the mind says “yes,” especially under stress. That insight reshapes foreplay, pacing, and expectations.

We explore hot and modern monogamy—keeping the stability of partnership while actively tending to emotional intimacy, physical touch, and sexual play. Expect practical tools: erotic reprogramming to rebuild safety after a lull, mindfulness techniques that anchor you in sensation, and a “name it, don’t shame it” script for sharing fantasies without getting shut down. We also break common myths: most women need clitoral stimulation to climax, men gain oxytocin bonding during foreplay, and both partners prefer 17 to 19 minutes of warm-up more than pop culture suggests. Novelty matters too; treat your sex life like learning new chords on a guitar to avoid repeating the same tired script.

If you’re ready to close the orgasm gap, defuse stress, and fall back in love with your own chemistry, this conversation delivers clear steps you can use tonight. Subscribe, share with a partner, and leave a review to tell us what you’ll try first.

Connect with Dr Diane Mueller :

- Through her book - Want to Want It / https://mylibidodoc.com/want-to-want-it/

- Or through her website - https://mylibidodoc.com/products/

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Eight more quality years of life from better balance sounds bold, but the data backs it up—and the stories bring it home. I sit down with Dan Metcalfe from Total Balance Company to unpack why mobility isn’t just about stronger quads or a tighter core. It starts in the brain. When fear slows reactions and frays the brain-to-body wiring, even simple movements feel risky. When safety signals are present, the cerebellum fires cleanly, confidence returns, and your whole system speeds up.

We dig into the myth of “muscle memory” and the truth of neuron memory, exploring how electrical impulses and proprioception govern every step, turn, and reach. Dan shares how a 79-year-old went from a careful shuffle to running six miles per hour in three weeks, and why handles on a gentle balance board mimic the way babies learn to walk—safe support that frees the brain to explore. Static tests recruit a handful of brain regions; dynamic balance lights up more than 18, turning errors into neuroplasticity and carryover gains you can feel in class, on stage, or at work.

This conversation spans athletes managing re-injury fear, young parents pressed for time, and seniors who want to thrive rather than tiptoe through their days. We talk foot training as the “control center,” why toes matter for quick direction changes, and how blind and deaf students improve coordination through a unified brain-body system. Dan’s stories—stroke recovery back to line dancing, an 80-something’s first ballet class, a return to pain-free walking—make the science practical and hopeful. If you want mobility that lasts, start with your brain. Prime it with 10 minutes of dynamic balance, build trust before load, and watch confidence spread to the rest of your life.

Connect with Dan and Total Balance Company at https://totalbalancecompany.com/

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Your energy is an investment—so why does it so often feel like the returns are missing? We sit down with naturopathic physician, therapist, coach, and award-winning author Deborah Zucker to unpack a humane, practical approach to vitality that actually fits real life. Deborah’s nine keys emerged from her own journey through chronic fatigue and depression, and they reframed wellness from a maze of fixes into a grounded relationship with self.

1. Honoring unique life
2. Facing and embracing shadows
3. Self awareness
4. Cultivating resilience
5. Aligning with your yes
6. Playful curiosity
7. Discovering easeful discipline
8. Inviting support and connection
9. Living like you matter

If you’re ready to invest your energy where it grows, this conversation offers clear practices, fresh language, and a kinder path forward. Grab the free guide to the Nine Keys and find links to The Vitality Map and The Vitality Journal at https://vitalmedicine.com

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The pace of modern work can make even basic self-care feel out of reach. We sat down with Maddison Sutton—former corporate turned integrative health coach and Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner—to map a calmer, smarter path: tiny rituals, honest body check-ins, and practical boundaries that protect your nervous system while you build the career you want.

Maddison opens up about navigating grief, stress, and the moment she realized “pushing through” wasn’t resilience—it was burnout in disguise. She explains what an FDNP actually assesses across hormones, digestion, detox, sleep, and stress, and why most people don’t need every lab to start feeling better. The surprising unlock? A return to basics anchored in consistent, doable actions. Think five quiet minutes for breakfast, a short morning inventory of mood and tension, and cooking simple meals as intentional resets rather than chores.

We talk about how slowing down can increase authority at work, improve sleep quality, and reduce anxiety. Madison shares how phone-free cooking, evening tech hygiene, and a gentle night routine lowered her stress and brought more presence into meetings and relationships. We also dig into making big moves with both courage and logic: creating financial runway, building safety in your nervous system, and trusting yourself enough to leave what no longer fits.

If you’re a busy woman in a corporate role looking for holistic health strategies that don’t require a life overhaul, this conversation is your blueprint. Expect grounded advice, real stories, and tools you can use today to feel better tomorrow.

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Connect with Maddison at wellwithmaddison.com

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The calendar says speed up with the holidays quickly incoming, but your body is asking for a slower song. We lean into autumn’s quieter rhythm and map it to cyclical living and human design so you can head into the holiday season grounded rather than overwhelmed. I walk through how fall mirrors the luteal phase—discernment, completion, and gentle release—and why so many of us resist the downshift. If stillness feels unsafe or “unproductive,” this conversation reframes rest as a nervous-system skill you can practice in tiny, repeatable ways.

We then break down practical guidance for every human design energy type. Manifestors, refine impulses and use solitude to recharge before you initiate. Generators, simplify and pursue the work that truly satisfies your sacral. Manifesting Generators, trade multitasking for depth and embrace the art of completion. Projectors, protect your rest, study what fascinates you, and let intimate spaces amplify your insight. Reflectors, honor lunar and seasonal variability with nature time, energy hygiene, and flexible plans. Each set of invitations is designed to help you clear mental clutter, say clean yeses and noes, and feel safe slowing down as the days get shorter.

If this resonates, subscribe, share with a friend who needs a calmer season, and leave a quick review to help others find the show. Then tell me: what’s one tiny shift you’ll make to feel more aligned this fall? :)

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Ever felt like you're constantly swimming against the current, burning out despite your best efforts? The answer might lie in your energetic blueprint.

Dr. Nicole Garritano, a 4/6 mental projector and former healthcare professional, joins us to explore how Human Design revolutionizes our understanding of personal energy. After experiencing severe burnout that culminated in a herniated disc, Dr Nicole discovered that fighting against her natural energy pattern was the culprit. For projectors like her, success comes through invitation rather than pushing—a revelation that transformed her approach to work and relationships.

Perhaps most practically, Dr Nicole introduces the concept of "energy stacking" as an alternative to rigid habit stacking. Rather than forcing yourself into the same schedule every day, she suggests mapping your natural energy fluctuations and designing your calendar accordingly. This simple shift has helped her clients reclaim their time, finish work when planned, and rediscover forgotten hobbies.

Whether you're new to Human Design or a seasoned enthusiast, this episode offers fresh perspectives on using this system as a permission slip to remember your authentic nature. You'll learn why understanding others' designs creates greater compassion, how childhood interests reveal your pre-conditioned energy, and why the ultimate authority is always your own inner wisdom.

Ready to stop fighting your nature and start flowing with it? Connect with Dr. Nicole on Instagram @DrNicoleGarritano or LinkedIn to continue your journey toward energetic alignment.

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What if the superhuman abilities you need aren't something you have to acquire, but rather something you were born with and simply need to rediscover? That's the transformative message Dan Metcalfe brings to this episode as he shares his extraordinary journey from West End ballet dancer to wellness expert.

After suffering a catastrophic spine injury that left him paralyzed, with doctors predicting lifelong disability, Dan defied medical expectations. Years later, when a traumatic brain injury forced him to relearn basic functions, he again demonstrated the remarkable resilience that forms the foundation of his "Born Superhuman" philosophy. These weren't just setbacks—they were awakening moments that revealed our innate capacity for healing and growth.

Dan breaks down his seven pillars of natural health (oxygen, hydration, sleep, nutrition, exercise, mindset, and challenges), offering practical wisdom that's transformed over 70,000 lives. You'll discover why 75% of Americans live chronically dehydrated, how changing one word in your vocabulary can revolutionize your relationship with food, and why the pursuit of comfort might actually accelerate aging. His insights on sleep optimization, circadian rhythms, and the healing power of sunlight challenge conventional wisdom while providing actionable strategies.

The most powerful moments come when Dan explains how reconnecting with childhood joys can revitalize your spirit—like his mother taking her first ballet class at 84, or his girlfriend finding her voice after being told as a child she couldn't sing. These stories illuminate how limiting beliefs often prevent us from embracing our full potential.

Take one small step today toward reclaiming your superhuman birthright. Whether it's breathing more consciously, reframing how you approach food, or rediscovering a forgotten passion, this conversation offers a blueprint for tapping into the extraordinary capabilities you already possess.

Connect with Dan at https://bornsuperhuman.com/ or on IG @ danmetcalfe_official

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The profound intersection of plant medicine and meditation offers a pathway to healing that goes far beyond symptom relief. David Crow, a pioneering clinical herbalist and acupuncturist, shares his extraordinary 40-year journey studying with Tibetan doctors in the Himalayas, nine different Ayurvedic practitioners, and various healing traditions that recognize the inseparability of medicine and spirituality.

At the heart of this conversation lies a revolutionary insight: the way we take herbs matters as much as which herbs we take. When we approach plant medicine with mindful awareness, paying close attention to the sensations they create in our bodies, we dramatically amplify their healing effects. "Where the mind flows, the qi flows," David explains, describing how focused attention directs healing energy precisely where we need it. This practice creates a beautiful synergy - herbs support meditation, and meditation potentiates herbs.

David challenges our modern supplement culture with its "more is better" mentality. Instead, he advocates for "more mindfulness, not more herbs," revealing how microdosing with complete presence produces more powerful effects than handfuls of supplements taken mindlessly. This approach makes profound healing accessible to everyone - you don't need exotic substances or expensive formulations, just sincere attention to whatever herb you're already taking.

The conversation also explores the traditional context of plant medicines, especially powerful entheogens like ayahuasca. David discusses the importance of proper containers - the land, culture, ceremony, and tradition that safely hold these experiences - and how their absence in modern settings can lead to psychological harm rather than healing.

Whether you're new to herbal medicine or a seasoned practitioner, this episode invites you to slow down and experience the union of plant consciousness with human awareness. In this mindful exchange, we reconnect with the original purpose of healing traditions: not just relief from symptoms, but support for our journey toward greater awareness, integration, and ultimately, spiritual transformation. Discover how a simple cup of tea, approached with reverence, can become a doorway to profound healing and connection.

Connect with David at https://www.crowconsultations.com/

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xx Hannah