Practical Magic

In this episode, I’m joined by intuitive guide and spiritual teacher Sean Nicole for a conversation about authenticity, self-trust, anxiety, control, and what it really means to reconnect with yourself.Sean shares her journey from living a life that looked successful on paper to building a life that feels deeply aligned from the inside out. Together, we explore how anxiety can sometimes serve as information rather than something to simply fix, why so many of us become disconnected from our true selves, and how Human Design, spirituality, travel, and life experiences can help us come back home to who we are.We also talk about:the difference between a life that looks good and a life that feels goodhow anxiety can signal disconnection from yourselfreleasing control and learning to trust lifewhy growth often requires moving through the messy middlethe challenge of letting go of old identities and expectationsfollowing your soul before you know the outcomeusing Human Design as a tool for self-trust and authenticitywhat it means to become your most essential selfIf you’ve ever felt like you’ve outgrown the life you’ve built, questioned whether you’re on the right path, or struggled to trust yourself through periods of change, this conversation is for you.About Sean:Sean Nicole is an intuitive guide and spiritual teacher based in Mexico City, and the host of the podcast Getting Essence-ial. Through her signature Essence Reading, group programs, and Essence-ial Immersions, she helps high-achievers who’ve outgrown the life they built reconnect to who they truly are and become their most essential selves.Connect with Sean:Website: https://www.seannicolem.comInstagram: @_seannicole _✨ Take the Over-Functioning Archetypes Quiz✨ Ready to explore your patterns on a deeper level?Pattern Readings help uncover the subconscious beliefs and relational dynamics shaping the way you move through life, work, and relationships.Learn more or book here: Pattern Reading.Any questions? You can always email me at [email protected]

Most of us think the thing standing between us and the life we want is an external problem.A different job.A better boss.More money.A more supportive partner.More time.More motivation.A better routine.And while those things absolutely matter, there’s something I’ve noticed over and over again in my own life and in the lives of my clients:We can change the circumstances and still end up feeling exactly the same.In this episode, I’m exploring why that happens.We talk about:why overfunctioning keeps us focused on symptoms instead of root causesthe common pattern underneath resentment, exhaustion, and feeling stuckwhy changing jobs, relationships, or routines doesn’t always create the change we’re hoping forthe “yellow leaves” analogy and what it teaches us about real transformationhow self-abandonment quietly becomes the common denominator in so many areas of lifethe question that changed everything for me: “Is this really it?”why reconnecting to yourself changes far more than any external circumstance ever couldIf you’ve ever felt like you’re constantly trying to improve your life but somehow keep ending up in the same place, this episode is for you.✨ Take the Over-Functioning Archetypes Quiz✨ Ready to explore your patterns on a deeper level?Pattern Readings help uncover the subconscious beliefs and relational dynamics shaping the way you move through life, work, and relationships.Learn more or book here: Pattern Reading.Any questions? You can always email me at [email protected]

Most people think over-functioning just means “doing too much.”But what I’ve realized — both personally and through working with clients — is that over-functioning doesn’t actually look the same for everyone.Are you an Achiever, a Manager, a Harmonizer, or the Self-Reliant type?In this episode, I’m breaking down the 4 Over-Functioning Archetypes I most commonly see in women who feel exhausted, resentful, disconnected from themselves, and like everything falls on them.We talk about:the subconscious patterns underneath each archetypewhat each one is trying to protecthow these patterns shape relationships, work, emotions, and identitythe parts of ourselves we lose touch with along the waywhy over-functioning is about much more than simply “doing too much”how Human Design helps reconnect us to who we actually are underneath the conditioningOne important thing to understand:You will probably relate to ALL of these archetypes to some degree.These are not rigid personality boxes.They’re adaptive patterns — ways we learn to move through the world in order to feel safe, loved, successful, needed, or in control.Most people have one primary archetype that tends to lead, with secondary patterns that show up depending on the environment, relationship, or season of life they’re in.The goal of this work isn’t to shame these patterns.It’s to finally see them clearly — so we can stop mistaking conditioned behaviors for our personalities.✨ Take the Over-Functioning Archetypes Quiz✨ Ready to explore your patterns on a deeper level?Pattern Readings help uncover the subconscious beliefs and relational dynamics shaping the way you move through life, work, and relationships.Learn more or book here: Pattern Reading.Any questions? You can always email me at [email protected]

In this episode, we’re diving into the psychology of resentment — especially for overfunctioners who feel like they’re carrying everything on their shoulders.If you’ve ever found yourself thinking:“Why am I the only one doing everything?”“Must be nice…”“I wish people would help me more…”…this episode is for you.We explore:Why resentment is often rooted in envy/jealousy rather than angerThe hidden desires underneath “must be nice”Why overfunctioners struggle to receive helpThe subconscious belief that love must be earned through doingThe dynamic between overfunctioners and underfunctioners in relationshipsWhy boundaries and support can actually feel uncomfortable in your bodyHow Human Design helps untangle conditioning from your authentic selfThis episode is an invitation to start seeing resentment not as proof that something is wrong with you — but as information about the parts of yourself you haven’t felt safe to embody yet.✨ Ready to explore your patterns on a deeper level?Pattern Readings help uncover the subconscious beliefs and relational dynamics shaping the way you move through life, work, and relationships.Learn more or book here: Pattern Reading.Any questions? You can always email me at [email protected]

A lot of overfunctioning looks loving on the surface.It looks like:being thoughtfulbeing helpfulbeing generousbeing the person everyone can count onBut underneath that, there’s often something much deeper happening.In this episode, I’m breaking down why so much overfunctioning, people pleasing, and over-giving is actually rooted in self-protection — not because you’re selfish or manipulative, but because your system learned that being helpful, easy, useful, or needed was how you stayed safe, connected, and valued.We talk about:the hidden motivations underneath over-givingwhy people pleasing is often about managing perceptionthe difference between genuine generosity and self-abandonmentwhy receiving can feel so uncomfortablehow overfunctioning disconnects you from yourselfthe ways overfunctioning can unintentionally limit the growth of otherswhy stepping back can actually create deeper connection, trust, and intimacyhow Human Design helps reconnect you to aligned decision-making instead of “should”-based choicesThis episode is for the person who’s realizing:“I thought I was just being caring… but maybe there’s more underneath this than I realized.”If you'd like to start shifting this in your life and relationships you can learn more or book here: Pattern Reading.🔗 LINKS & RESOURCES✨ Get your free Human Design chart🎙️ Listen to the Human Design Types episode🎙️ Listen to the Authority episode💖 Book a Pattern ReadingAny questions? You can always email me at [email protected]

If you’ve ever felt like everything falls on you…like you’re the one keeping things running, keeping things smooth, keeping everyone okay…this episode will help you understand WHY.Because this isn’t just your personality.It’s something you learned.In this episode, I’m breaking down how overfunctioning actually gets wired—often in really subtle ways—and why it can feel so hard to change, even when you start to see it.We’ll talk about:how childhood experiences shape the belief that you have to “hold everything together”why being “the easy one” or “independent one” isn’t as simple as it seemshow feeling like a burden can turn into hyper-independencewhy your brain latched onto certain moments (even if you had a great childhood)the subconscious belief: “what’s the point of me if I’m not doing all of this?”and why this pattern runs deeper than just behavior or boundariesIf you’ve been trying to do less, set boundaries, or stop overgiving—but it never quite sticks—this will help you understand why.And more importantly, it will help you start to see yourself with a lot more clarity and compassion.If this resonates, this is exactly the kind of work we do in a Pattern Reading.We look at where you’re taking on responsibility that isn’t actually yours, how your patterns are showing up, and how to start shifting them in a way that feels grounded and sustainable.You can learn more or book here: Pattern Reading.Any questions? You can always email me at [email protected]

If you’ve been listening to these episodes and thinking:“okay… but what actually happens if I change this?”This one is for you.Because one of the biggest fears that comes up when you start to recognize overfunctioning patterns is:Will everything fall apart if I stop holding it all together?Will people be upset with me?Will I lose relationships… or even my job?In this episode, I’m breaking down what actually happens when you start to shift out of being the one who carries everything—both logistically and emotionally.And why the fear you feel is often coming from the lens you’re seeing things through, not what’s actually true.We get into:Why overfunctioners tend to assume they’re not doing enough (even when they’re doing the most)How your perception gets filtered through that lens—and why it makes change feel riskier than it isA real-life example from my corporate career that completely shifted how I saw this dynamicHow this shows up in relationships, and why it can feel scary to speak up or ask for moreThe role self-worth plays in being able to make these changesWhat actually changes when you stop holding everything together (and what doesn’t)Because this isn’t about blowing your life up.It’s about raising your standards and allowing your life—and your relationships—to meet you there.—If this resonates, this is exactly the kind of work we do in a Pattern Reading.We look at where you’re taking on responsibility that isn’t actually yours, how your patterns are showing up, and how to start shifting them in a way that feels grounded and sustainable.You can learn more or book here: Pattern Reading.Any questions? You can always email me at [email protected]

If you feel like everything falls on you…like you’re the one holding it all together, managing everything, thinking ahead for everyone else—this episode is for you.Because it probably doesn’t feel like a choice.It feels like:if you don’t do it, no one else will things will fall through the crackseverything will fall apartAnd honestly… that might even be true in some situations.But there’s another layer to this that most people don’t realize.Because even when this pattern feels necessary…there are deeper reasons it keeps going—and why it’s so hard to shift.In this episode, I’m breaking down the hidden ways overfunctioning is actually working for you—and why that’s what keeps you stuck in it.We get into:Why overfunctioning creates a sense of control (even when it’s overwhelming)The “moral high ground” dynamic that can show up in relationshipsHow hyper-independence and the fear of being a burden keep you stuckThe identity you’ve built around being the one who holds everything togetherThe deeper worthiness layer underneath all of itI also share personal examples from my own relationship and client work so you can see how this actually plays out in real life—and what starts to shift when you begin to see it clearly.Because this isn’t just about doing less.It’s about understanding why it feels like you have to do so much in the first place.If this resonated, you can book a Pattern Reading to uncover how this shows up in your life and how to start shifting it.Any questions? You can always email me at [email protected]

In this episode, I’m breaking down a pattern I see in so many women — and one I didn’t even realize I was in myself.It’s not just about doing too much or taking on too much responsibility.It’s the emotional labor you’re carrying without even realizing it.We get into:why you feel responsible for other people’s experienceshow this shows up in small, everyday moments (not just big ones)why you might not even know what you want anymorehow this pattern disconnects you from yourself over timeIf you’ve ever felt like everything is on you… or like you’re constantly managing how others feel, this episode will likely hit close to home.If this resonated, you can book a Pattern Reading to uncover how this shows up in your life and how to start shifting it.Any questions? You can always email me at [email protected]

If you’ve ever felt like everything is on you—like you’re the one holding it all together—this episode is for you.I’m breaking down the three stages of overfunctioning and how this pattern shows up in your work, relationships, and day-to-day life.Because this isn’t just about doing too much—it’s about the underlying belief that:“If I don’t hold everything together, it will all fall apart.”Once you see it, you can start to change it.In this episode, we cover:What overfunctioning actually is (and why it’s so common)The 3 stages of overfunctioning: #1: Overdoing and over-responsibility | #2: Emotional awareness + managing others | #3: Feeling stuck in your circumstancesWhy it feels like everything depends on youHow this pattern creates resentment and burnoutHow Human Design can help you see what’s actually yours to carryIf this resonated, you can book a Pattern Reading to uncover how this shows up in your life and how to start shifting it.Any questions? You can always email me at [email protected]

In this episode, I unpack a belief many entrepreneurs carry — that success requires forcing yourself to do things that feel miserable — and how to tell the difference between a real growth edge and something that simply isn’t aligned.When things feel hard or unclear in your business, it’s easy to assume the problem is that you’re not doing enough. But in my experience working with business owners, the opposite is often true.In this episode, I break down two patterns I see constantly when people feel stuck in business: doing too much, and doing too little because you’re overthinking everything.Both patterns usually come from the same root issue: not being able to tell the difference between a growth edge and true misalignment.We also talk about why confusion can actually feel safer than clarity, how Human Design can help you develop better discernment in business, and why subconscious beliefs often keep us stuck even after we gain awareness.In This EpisodeThe two most common patterns I see when people feel stuck in businessWhy doing more isn’t always the answerHow overthinking keeps you from collecting real dataThe difference between pushing a growth edge vs forcing something that isn’t alignedHow Human Design helps you identify what’s actually working for youWhy subconscious beliefs often pull us back into confusionThe role nervous system safety plays in manifestation and business growthResources Mentioned:If you’d like a refresher on Human Design signature and not-self themes, I reference them in episode 2. The 5 Energy Types that Could Transform Your Life (And How to Find Yours)Energetic Business Collective is currently open for enrollment.Inside the program we combine Human Design, subconscious belief work, and practical business experimentation so you can build a business that actually works with your energy instead of constantly fighting against it.Enrollment closes March 18.Learn more about EBC hereAny questions? You can always email me at [email protected]

In this episode, I’m joined by Accredited Financial Counselor Melissa Mittelstaedt to talk about the real mechanics of money — from systemic shame to nervous system regulation to tactical wealth-building.We explore:why money shame is so common (and rarely personal)how spiritual and practical money work can coexistwhat value-based spending actually looks likehow to regulate your nervous system around financesKey takeaways:Why most women feel “behind” with moneyMelissa’s four-part framework: business, personal, spiritual, tacticalEFT tapping for money regulationWhat value-based spending means (and why cutting joy first is a mistake)What shifted for Melissa inside Energetic Business Collective — especially around refining her offers and no longer feeling like she was pushing a boulder uphillConnect with MelissaYou can connect with her here: Melissamitt.com/linksCurious about Energetic Business Collective?Throughout this conversation, you’ll hear Melissa reference how understanding her design — and refining her business structure accordingly — shifted the way she operates.While the episode is centered on money, it also offers a real-life glimpse into the kind of clarity and practical insight that comes from Human Design work inside Energetic Business Collective.If you’re wanting a business that feels less like pushing a boulder uphill and more like something that actually fits you, you can learn more about EBC here:Energetic Business CollectiveEnrollment is open through March 18.

There is a category of entrepreneur who cannot succeed through self-abandonment.If brute force, strategy stacking, and pushing harder were going to work for you — they would have by now.This episode is a deep dive into how Energetic Business Collective is structured and why it’s built the way it is.Not as another formula.Not as another marketing playbook.Not as a step-by-step execution container.But as an identity-first, nervous-system-safe, energetically aligned business architecture.Inside this episode, I walk you through:Why awareness alone isn’t enough (and why Human Design without subconscious integration eventually hits a wall)The real reason “just give me a plan” doesn’t actually solve the problemThe five-part arc of EBC (vision, energetic blueprint, lived experimentation, subconscious recalibration, sustainable integration)What Subconscious RX actually is and why it changes everythingHow the Alignment Dashboard becomes your long-term operating systemWhy this container is intentionally spacious and cappedWho this is for — and who it isn’tYou don’t leave EBC with a funnel.You leave with a compass.You don’t leave dependent on another strategy.You leave with discernment.And if you’ve been feeling like you and your business are in a fight… this episode will likely make something click.If this resonates, early bird enrollment with a $222 discount for Energetic Business Collective is open through March 4th (payment plan available)This is a high-touch, three-month container capped at eight entrepreneurs.You can learn more about Energetic Business Collective here.You can check out the Alignment Dashboard here. If you’re unsure whether this is the right fit, start with this episode.Any questions, you can email me at [email protected]

You don’t think you’re controlling.You think you’re being responsible.Reasonable.Disciplined.Independent.A hard worker.But control doesn’t always look like gripping the wheel.Sometimes it looks like the stories underneath it:“If I slow down, that’s selfish.”“If it’s not hard, I don’t deserve it.”“If I’m not a hard worker, I’m mediocre.”“If I stop holding everything together, it all falls apart.”“If I need help, I’m weak / I’m failing.”In this episode, we unpack:The different ways control hides (hustle, overthinking, hyper-independence, over-responsibility)Why slowing down can feel unsafe, unfair, or even wrongHow “being the hard worker” becomes identity — and why letting go can feel like losing yourselfThe nervous-system reason you keep returning to the same patterns, even when you know betterThe difference between control and true resilience (the kind that can actually hold expansion)Control helped you survive. But it’s not the thing that gets you to your next level.If you’re tired of trying to force your way forward — and ready to build the internal safety to do it differently — this episode is for you.Inside Energetic Business Collective, we do this work in real time: not just insight, but the capacity to actually live it.

You’ve tried harder. You’ve invested, you've researched. You’ve followed the strategies.And it still hasn’t worked the way you thought it would.Here’s the uncomfortable truth:If forcing it was going to work for you, it would have by now.Some people can override themselves and succeed anyway.Some of us don’t get to.In this episode, I’m breaking down:Why forcing and “doing it right” keeps stalling outThe path that doesn’t reward self-abandonmentHow this pattern shows up in business, career, relationships, and your bodyWhy alignment and subconscious safety have to come before real successWhat it means to stop repeating the same loopThis is the initiation before the up-level.If you’re done trying to make the old way work, Energetic Business Collective is the container built for this phase.✨ Human Design✨ Subconscious belief work✨ Sustainable, aligned business growthIf the old way was going to work, it already would have.Any questions / comments? Email me at [email protected]

In this episode, I’m breaking down two tools I use personally and with clients to help interrupt anxiety, perfectionism, and subconscious patterns — especially when you know something isn’t working anymore, but you’re not sure what to do instead.We explore the difference between Future You and Next-Level You, how they work together, and how to use them in real, everyday moments — not just big life decisions.In this episode, we talk about:Why awareness alone isn’t enough to create changeThe difference between Future You (big-picture trust) and Next-Level You (moment-to-moment clarity)How fear-based motivation actually keeps us stuckA real-life example of perfectionism and over-optimizing daily lifeAn emotionally charged example of catastrophizing and feeling misunderstoodHow separating facts from stories can calm anxiety spiralsThese tools aren’t about fixing yourself — they’re about learning how to move through your life with more trust, ease, and clarity.✨ Learn more about The Subconscious Edit here📧 Or reach out: [email protected]

If you’ve ever felt disconnected from your emotions — like they’re too much, or not welcome, or like they just… don’t come up the way you think they should — this episode is for you.In this honest and messy (in a good way) conversation, I unpack how our childhood can impact our relationship to our emotions. I share my own story, the beliefs I picked up about what it meant to be “easy,” the classic oldest daughter narratives I picked up, and how that shaped the way I relate to feelings now.You’ll hear:✨ What emotional disconnection actually looks like (and how it hides in plain sight)🧠 Why awareness isn’t enough — and how to actually rewire the deeper patterns💬 The moment I realized being helped made me uncomfortable (and why that mattered)😶‍🌫️ How perfectionism, emotional suppression, and “being the easy one” are all connected💡 The surprising beliefs that sit beneath your resistance to feelingIf you’ve ever felt numb, tense, overly responsible, or like feeling might make you a burden — you’re not alone. And you’re not broken.🎧 Listen in — and start to reconnect with a part of you that’s been waiting to be heard.✨ Ready to go deeper?If you’re ready to stop looping in the same patterns and finally create change that lasts — The Subconscious Edit is your next step.A personalized 1:1 container to identify and rewire the beliefs holding you back — with tools and support designed around you.🎁 Now open for booking — special holiday pricing through 12/31.👉 Learn more + book your spot_💫 New to Human Design? Start Here:Pull your free Human Design chart and start receiving the Human Design Quick Start Email Series to help you understand your energy and decision-making style.Explore the Quick Start Guide on the blog - You'll start with your Energy Type and follow along through Authority, Profile, and Centers — all broken down clearly and practically.🎧 Listen to the Chart Basics episodes:Ep 2: The 5 Energy Types That Could Transform Your Life (And How to Find Yours)Ep 7: Stop Second-Guessing: Your Practical Roadmap to Confident Decisions Using Human DesignEp 6: The Shortcut to Your Purpose: Embody Your Personality ProfileEp 8: Human Design Centers & How to Work with Your DefinitionWant 20% off any single session reading?? Leave us a 5 start rating and review to receive a special thank you 20% off! Just send a screenshot of your rating and review to [email protected] and I'll respond back with your discount codeSay hey 👋 on Instagram @Nicole.guenaWebsite: NicoleGuena.com

The Subconscious Series – Part 4You’ve spotted the pattern. You know the belief. You’ve done the journaling.So… why hasn’t anything changed?In Part 4 of this series, we’re talking about the often-overlooked phase of transformation: the messy, uncertain, in-between. That space where your old beliefs don’t quite fit anymore — but the new ones don’t feel fully safe yet.Inside this episode:Why awareness isn’t the finish line (and what comes next)What makes change feel scary — even when your current reality sucksThe difference between insight and embodiment6 tools that actually help rewire your subconsciousHow to start building safety around a new belief (without faking it)You’ll also hear some of my favorite personal examples — like the $70 comforter meltdown that revealed a massive scarcity story... and how I handled it differently the second time around.🌀 This episode is your bridge from knowing → becoming.✨ Ready to go deeper?If you’re ready to stop looping in the same patterns and finally create change that lasts — The Subconscious Edit is your next step.A personalized 1:1 container to identify and rewire the beliefs holding you back — with tools and support designed around you.🎁 Now open for booking — special holiday pricing through 12/31.👉 Learn more + book your spot_💫 New to Human Design? Start Here:Pull your free Human Design chart and start receiving the Human Design Quick Start Email Series to help you understand your energy and decision-making style.Explore the Quick Start Guide on the blog - You'll start with your Energy Type and follow along through Authority, Profile, and Centers — all broken down clearly and practically.🎧 Listen to the Chart Basics episodes:Ep 2: The 5 Energy Types That Could Transform Your Life (And How to Find Yours)Ep 7: Stop Second-Guessing: Your Practical Roadmap to Confident Decisions Using Human DesignEp 6: The Shortcut to Your Purpose: Embody Your Personality ProfileEp 8: Human Design Centers & How to Work with Your DefinitionWant 20% off any single session reading?? Leave us a 5 start rating and review to receive a special thank you 20% off! Just send a screenshot of your rating and review to [email protected] and I'll respond back with your discount codeSay hey 👋 on Instagram @Nicole.guenaWebsite: NicoleGuena.com

The Subconscious Series – Part 3Your subconscious beliefs shape your entire reality — but most of them are invisible to your conscious mind.In this episode, we’re diving into the tools you can use to uncover what’s really been driving your stuck patterns… and the surprising places those clues might be hiding.Because once you can name the belief, you can rewire it — and finally shift the results you’re seeing in your life, work, and relationships.✨ In this episode, you’ll learn:How to use tools like journaling, meditation, tarot, dreams, and voice-to-text to identify your subconscious blocksThe key reason you can’t just mindset your way into change — and why awareness alone isn’t enoughWhy understanding your Human Design gives you a “true north” for your authentic selfWhy it’s important to revisit childhood memories through a child’s lens — not the logical adult versionHow seemingly harmless triggers (like your partner helping out) can reveal deeply buried beliefsWhy your biggest patterns often come from survival strategies you learned before age 7How the pattern of hyper-independence may be keeping you stuck, even when you want support👁‍🗨 This episode also includes:Two of Nicole’s real-life examples:→ “I have to work hard to deserve success”→ “It’s all on me to keep it together”The many angles she used to uncover them — including dream symbolism, tarot, coaching, journaling, and energetic discomfort🎧 If you’ve ever felt like you know what you want but still can’t make it happen… this episode will show you why — and what to do next.✨ Ready to go deeper?If you’re ready to stop looping in the same patterns and finally create change that lasts — The Subconscious Edit is your next step.A personalized 1:1 container to identify and rewire the beliefs holding you back — with tools and support designed around you.🎁 Now open for booking — special holiday pricing through 12/31.👉 Learn more + book your spot_💫 New to Human Design? Start Here:Pull your free Human Design chart and start receiving the Human Design Quick Start Email Series to help you understand your energy and decision-making style.Explore the Quick Start Guide on the blog - You'll start with your Energy Type and follow along through Authority, Profile, and Centers — all broken down clearly and practically.🎧 Listen to the Chart Basics episodes:Ep 2: The 5 Energy Types That Could Transform Your Life (And How to Find Yours)Ep 7: Stop Second-Guessing: Your Practical Roadmap to Confident Decisions Using Human DesignEp 6: The Shortcut to Your Purpose: Embody Your Personality ProfileEp 8: Human Design Centers & How to Work with Your DefinitionWant 20% off any single session reading?? Leave us a 5 start rating and review to receive a special thank you 20% off! Just send a screenshot of your rating and review to [email protected] and I'll respond back with your discount codeSay hey 👋 on Instagram @Nicole.guenaWebsite: NicoleGuena.com

The Subconscious Series – Part 2In today’s episode, I’m doing something I’ve never done before — I’m channeling five messages from your subconscious mind.If you’re listening, it’s not an accident.These messages are meant for you, exactly in this moment.Inside the episode, I share:How I tuned into the collective energy of this communityWhat your subconscious is trying to get your conscious mind to finally seeWhy certain patterns keep repeating… and how to work with themThe most important inner shift to make before anything in your outer world can changeThe emotional and psychological side of subconscious work that no one talks aboutThis episode was channeled straight through — practical, magical, and here to support your next level.Take a breath, open your heart, and let what’s meant for you land.✨ Take what resonates, leave the rest. ✨If this format speaks to you, I’d love to hear from you.💫 New to Human Design? Start Here:Pull your free Human Design chart and start receiving the Human Design Quick Start Email Series to help you understand your energy and decision-making style.Explore the Quick Start Guide on the blog - You'll start with your Energy Type and follow along through Authority, Profile, and Centers — all broken down clearly and practically.🎧 Listen to the Chart Basics episodes:Ep 2: The 5 Energy Types That Could Transform Your Life (And How to Find Yours)Ep 7: Stop Second-Guessing: Your Practical Roadmap to Confident Decisions Using Human DesignEp 6: The Shortcut to Your Purpose: Embody Your Personality ProfileEp 8: Human Design Centers & How to Work with Your DefinitionWant 20% off any single session reading?? Leave us a 5 start rating and review to receive a special thank you 20% off! Just send a screenshot of your rating and review to [email protected] and I'll respond back with your discount codeSay hey 👋 on Instagram @Nicole.guenaWebsite: NicoleGuena.com

The Subconscious Series – Part 1What if your outer reality is actually a mirror of your inner world?In this foundational episode, we’re exploring the subconscious — the hidden programming that quietly shapes how you think, feel, act, and experience life.You’ll learn how your subconscious forms between ages 0–7, why it runs about 95% of your life on autopilot, and what it really means when your conscious desires and subconscious beliefs don’t match (hint: the subconscious always wins).This conversation will help you see why “mindset work” isn’t enough — and how real transformation begins when you uncover and rewire the beliefs beneath the surface.In this episode, we’ll explore:✨ Why your reality reflects your subconscious beliefs🧠 What’s actually happening in your mind from ages 0–7🌙 How your Inner Child and Shadow hold keys to subconscious patterns💫 Why awareness isn’t linear — it’s a spiral of deepening understanding🪶 The difference between essence and conditioning🔑 How your Human Design reveals what’s naturally you vs. what’s absorbed🪞 Why your reality is feedback, not failure_💫 New to Human Design? Start Here:Pull your free Human Design chart and start receiving the Human Design Quick Start Email Series to help you understand your energy and decision-making style.Explore the Quick Start Guide on the blog - You'll start with your Energy Type and follow along through Authority, Profile, and Centers — all broken down clearly and practically.🎧 Listen to the Chart Basics episodes:Ep 2: The 5 Energy Types That Could Transform Your Life (And How to Find Yours)Ep 7: Stop Second-Guessing: Your Practical Roadmap to Confident Decisions Using Human DesignEp 6: The Shortcut to Your Purpose: Embody Your Personality ProfileEp 8: Human Design Centers & How to Work with Your DefinitionWant 20% off any single session reading?? Leave us a 5 start rating and review to receive a special thank you 20% off! Just send a screenshot of your rating and review to [email protected] and I'll respond back with your discount codeSay hey 👋 on Instagram @Nicole.guenaWebsite: NicoleGuena.com

Ever feel like you know what’s not working, but the thought of changing feels terrifying? Like you’re in the messy middle — stuck between the old way that’s no longer working and the new way that feels too vulnerable to trust?You’re not alone. ✨In this episode, I’m diving into 5 sneaky signs of resistance that perfectionism often disguises:Rules → Clinging to formulas and “shoulds,” hoping they’ll guarantee results.Past Self → Beating yourself up for not doing it sooner, or fearing starting over.Forced Action → Hustling to control outcomes instead of trusting alignment.Judgment → Worrying what others will think if you pivot or slow down.Potential → Staying in overwhelm, indecision, or procrastination to avoid failure.I share real stories — from dieting rules that never worked, to the fear of asking for support, to clients stuck in confusion — to show you how these patterns show up again and again in both life and business.💡 Here’s the reframe: these aren’t failures. They’re invitations. And when you shift them, you create space for ease, flow, and alignment to lead the way.Inside this episode, you’ll learn:Why resisting change is tied to perfectionism + self-protectionHow to spot the 5 most common ways resistance shows upSimple shifts to reframe fear into possibilityWhy you’re never “too late” — you’re always right on timeReady to do this work with support?These patterns don’t disappear after one aha moment. They keep showing up, especially in business where your livelihood and passion collide.That’s why I created the Energetic Business Collective (EBC) — a group program where we use Human Design as a map to navigate the messy middle together. Inside, you’ll learn how to:Spot and reframe perfectionism in real timeBuild a business that works with your energy (not against it)Feel safe doing things differently with a community that gets itEnrollment closes on Monday, September 22.A perfect turning point to step into your next chapter._💫 New to Human Design? Start Here:Pull your free Human Design chart and start receiving the Human Design Quick Start Email Series to help you understand your energy and decision-making style.Explore the Quick Start Guide on the blog - You'll start with your Energy Type and follow along through Authority, Profile, and Centers — all broken down clearly and practically.🎧 Listen to the Chart Basics episodes:Ep 2: The 5 Energy Types That Could Transform Your Life (And How to Find Yours)Ep 7: Stop Second-Guessing: Your Practical Roadmap to Confident Decisions Using Human DesignEp 6: The Shortcut to Your Purpose: Embody Your Personality ProfileEp 8: Human Design Centers & How to Work with Your DefinitionWant 20% off any single session reading?? Leave us a 5 start rating and review to receive a special thank you 20% off! Just send a screenshot of your rating and review to [email protected] and I'll respond back with your discount codeSay hey 👋 on Instagram @Nicole.guenaWebsite: NicoleGuena.com

Ready to find out if you have these gates and shift these shadows into strengths?In this episode, I’m sharing five Human Design shadows that entrepreneurs often bump up against. These patterns can keep you stuck in hustle, doubt, or burnout — but they’re also the exact keys to unlocking more flow, freedom, and alignment in your business.You’ll hear stories, real-life examples, and the deeper energetic shifts that help you step out of the cage you’ve created for yourself and finally run your business in a way that feels like you.👉 This is exactly the kind of work we explore inside the Energetic Business Collective — where you’ll learn to apply your design to your business so it actually supports your energy, not drains it._💫 New to Human Design? Start Here:Pull your free Human Design chart and start receiving the Human Design Quick Start Email Series to help you understand your energy and decision-making style.Explore the Quick Start Guide on the blog - You'll start with your Energy Type and follow along through Authority, Profile, and Centers — all broken down clearly and practically.🎧 Listen to the Chart Basics episodes:Ep 2: The 5 Energy Types That Could Transform Your Life (And How to Find Yours)Ep 7: Stop Second-Guessing: Your Practical Roadmap to Confident Decisions Using Human DesignEp 6: The Shortcut to Your Purpose: Embody Your Personality ProfileEp 8: Human Design Centers & How to Work with Your DefinitionWant 20% off any single session reading?? Leave us a 5 start rating and review to receive a special thank you 20% off! Just send a screenshot of your rating and review to [email protected] and I'll respond back with your discount codeSay hey 👋 on Instagram @Nicole.guenaWebsite: NicoleGuena.com

Do you ever feel like you’re running faster and faster but not actually getting anywhere?Like you’re doing all the things, checking all the boxes, pushing harder… and still not feeling satisfied?That’s the hamster wheel so many of us get stuck on — and Human Design gives us a way off.In this episode, I’m sharing how to shift out of the pressure of hustle and back into alignment with your natural energy. We’ll explore:Why hustle culture is keeping you stuckThe role of your Human Design Type + Strategy (and how to actually use them)What your internal compass looks like when you’re aligned vs. misalignedHow to recognize the signs your body is giving you — and trust themWhy slowing down is actually the first step to moving forward with clarity, energy, and confidenceWhether it’s in your career, relationships, business, or daily life — these patterns show up everywhere. And the more you practice working with your design, the more you’ll find that ease, trust, and even joy are available.If you're ready to get off the hamster wheel in business - check out Energetic Business Collective. 🧨 Burn the rulebook and build a business that feels like you. _💫 New to Human Design? Start Here:Pull your free Human Design chart and start receiving the Human Design Quick Start Email Series to help you understand your energy and decision-making style.Explore the Quick Start Guide on the blog - You'll start with your Energy Type and follow along through Authority, Profile, and Centers — all broken down clearly and practically.🎧 Listen to the Chart Basics episodes:Ep 2: The 5 Energy Types That Could Transform Your Life (And How to Find Yours)Ep 7: Stop Second-Guessing: Your Practical Roadmap to Confident Decisions Using Human DesignEp 6: The Shortcut to Your Purpose: Embody Your Personality ProfileEp 8: Human Design Centers & How to Work with Your DefinitionWant 20% off any single session reading?? Leave us a 5 start rating and review to receive a special thank you 20% off! Just send a screenshot of your rating and review to [email protected] and I'll respond back with your discount codeSay hey 👋 on Instagram @Nicole.guenaWebsite: NicoleGuena.com

In this episode, I’m joined by the radiant Alexandra Shelly — a modern medium, intuitive mentor, Reiki healer, and death doula — for a heart-opening and soul-stirring conversation.Alex shares how she transitioned from agency copywriter to full-time intuitive practitioner, and how the death of her uncle initiated her powerful calling to become a death doula. We talk about what it means to work with spirit in a grounded, ethical way — and why death, grief, and big emotions aren’t things to be feared, but sacred portals for transformation.This one is raw, wise, and surprisingly joyful.We cover:Alex’s first intuitive experiences — and the moment she knew she was a mediumWhat being a death doula really means (and why it supports the living too)How to feel safe in your body when you’re processing deep emotionSex magic, embodiment, and feeling your full range without shameWhy radical compassion literally rewires your brain and unlocks your intuitionHow Alex weaves mediumship, Reiki, and mentorship into powerful healing containersThe truth about “bad energy” and why spiritual sovereignty mattersConnect with Alex:Website: themodernmedium.comInstagram: @themodernmedium__💫 New to Human Design? Start Here:Pull your free Human Design chart and start receiving the Human Design Quick Start Email Series to help you understand your energy and decision-making style.Explore the Quick Start Guide on the blog - You'll start with your Energy Type and follow along through Authority, Profile, and Centers — all broken down clearly and practically.🎧 Listen to the Chart Basics episodes:Ep 2: The 5 Energy Types That Could Transform Your Life (And How to Find Yours)Ep 7: Stop Second-Guessing: Your Practical Roadmap to Confident Decisions Using Human DesignEp 6: The Shortcut to Your Purpose: Embody Your Personality ProfileEp 8: Human Design Centers & How to Work with Your DefinitionWant 20% off any single session reading?? Leave us a 5 start rating and review to receive a special thank you 20% off! Just send a screenshot of your rating and review to [email protected] and I'll respond back with your discount codeSay hey 👋 on Instagram @Nicole.guenaWebsite: NicoleGuena.com

In this special episode, I'm sharing a recent conversation I had on the High Vibe Divorce Podcast — because it's one of the best examples of how deeply validating and practical Human Design can be when you're going through a big life transition.We covered everything from the basics of the 5 Human Design Types and Strategy to emotional waves, willpower and how to know if you’re off track.Whether you're new to Human Design or you just need a reminder that there's nothing wrong with you, this is your episode.We talk about:What Human Design actually is (and what it’s not)Why your energy Type is the first place to startThe emotions that show up when you’re off track — and how to course-correctWhy so many of us are conditioned to believe our natural way of being is “wrong”How the emotional center and willpower center impact your relationships and decisionsThe six Profile Lines — and how they reflect your role, gifts, and learning styleHow Human Design gave Melissa the clarity to leave a career, start a business, and feel more like herself than ever🎧 If you've ever doubted yourself, felt "too much," or wondered if you're doing life wrong — Human Design might be the giant permission slip you've been waiting for.Connect with Melissa:Instagram: @highvibedivorcePodcast: High Vibe DivorceWebsite HighVibeMediation.comMelissa's on the Practical Magic Podcast: 10. The Transformative Power of Grief: Facing Struggle Head-On with Melissa Farag_💫 New to Human Design? Start Here:Pull your free Human Design chart and start receiving the Human Design Quick Start Email Series to help you understand your energy and decision-making style.Explore the Quick Start Guide on the blog - You'll start with your Energy Type and follow along through Authority, Profile, and Centers — all broken down clearly and practically.🎧 Listen to the Chart Basics episodes:Ep 2: The 5 Energy Types That Could Transform Your Life (And How to Find Yours)Ep 7: Stop Second-Guessing: Your Practical Roadmap to Confident Decisions Using Human DesignEp 6: The Shortcut to Your Purpose: Embody Your Personality ProfileEp 8: Human Design Centers & How to Work with Your DefinitionWant 20% off any single session reading?? Leave us a 5 start rating and review to receive a special thank you 20% off! Just send a screenshot of your rating and review to [email protected] and I'll respond back with your discount codeSay hey 👋 on Instagram @Nicole.guenaWebsite: NicoleGuena.com

Today I’m joined by Scarlett, Reiki Master, 5/1 Manifestor, and creator of Astral Reiki—a unique form of energy healing that blends traditional Reiki with astral projection.Scarlett shares how her journey from chronic inflammation and emotional burnout led her to develop this powerful modality—and how it’s helped her clients access deeper healing, clarity, and intuitive connection.We talk about:✨ What Reiki actually is (and why it works—even if science can’t explain it)✨ Scarlett’s journey as a Manifestor healing suppressed anger through energy work✨ How Astral Reiki helps regulate the nervous system and clear emotional blocks✨ Why traditional talk therapy alone might not be enough to truly heal✨ How Human Design shapes the way Scarlett tailors each session✨ Grounding and energy-clearing tips you can use between sessionsWhether you’re deep in your personal growth journey—or just curious about energy healing and intuition—this episode is packed with wisdom, warmth, and real talk.Connect with Scarlett:Website: https://yourabundantdesign.com/astral-reiki_💫 New to Human Design? Start Here:Pull your free Human Design chart and start receiving the Human Design Quick Start Email Series to help you understand your energy and decision-making style.Explore the Quick Start Guide on the blog - You'll start with your Energy Type and follow along through Authority, Profile, and Centers — all broken down clearly and practically.🎧 Listen to the Chart Basics episodes:Ep 2: The 5 Energy Types That Could Transform Your Life (And How to Find Yours)Ep 7: Stop Second-Guessing: Your Practical Roadmap to Confident Decisions Using Human DesignEp 6: The Shortcut to Your Purpose: Embody Your Personality ProfileEp 8: Human Design Centers & How to Work with Your DefinitionWant 20% off any single session reading?? Leave us a 5 start rating and review to receive a special thank you 20% off! Just send a screenshot of your rating and review to [email protected] and I'll respond back with your discount codeSay hey 👋 on Instagram @Nicole.guenaWebsite: NicoleGuena.com

Today I’m joined by Erin Thobias, an intuitive marketing strategist and 4/6 Emotional Projector in Human Design.Erin shares how her journey from corporate marketing to entrepreneurship led her to discover the power of Human Design in business—and how it completely changed the way she works and supports clients.We talk about:✨ Why your unique voice is your most powerful marketing tool✨ How Projectors (and all Types) can avoid burnout in business✨ Using Human Design to create a marketing plan that actually feels good✨ The difference between intuition and data—and why you need both✨ Simple practices Erin uses to stay grounded and aligned dailyWhether you’re an entrepreneur feeling stuck in your marketing—or simply curious how Human Design can help you show up with more clarity and confidence—this episode is packed with practical wisdom and soulful insights.Connect with Erin:Website: https://www.erinthobias.com/Instagram: @erinthobias_💫 New to Human Design? Start Here:Pull your free Human Design chart and start receiving the Human Design Quick Start Email Series to help you understand your energy and decision-making style.Explore the Quick Start Guide on the blog - You'll start with your Energy Type and follow along through Authority, Profile, and Centers — all broken down clearly and practically.🎧 Listen to the Chart Basics episodes:Ep 2: The 5 Energy Types That Could Transform Your Life (And How to Find Yours)Ep 7: Stop Second-Guessing: Your Practical Roadmap to Confident Decisions Using Human DesignEp 6: The Shortcut to Your Purpose: Embody Your Personality ProfileEp 8: Human Design Centers & How to Work with Your DefinitionWant 20% off any single session reading?? Leave us a 5 start rating and review to receive a special thank you 20% off! Just send a screenshot of your rating and review to [email protected] and I'll respond back with your discount codeSay hey 👋 on Instagram @Nicole.guenaWebsite: NicoleGuena.com

Sometimes the biggest breakthroughs happen when you give yourself permission to pause.In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on what’s been unfolding behind the scenes these past six weeks—and how slowing down changed everything for me.We’ll dive into:Why slowing down might be the most productive thing you ever do (even if it terrifies you)The real reason your mind wants to figure everything out ASAP—and why that’s keeping you stuckHow I’ve been redefining success through my own “bare minimum” seasonThe surprising gifts of reading Human Design charts on the fly—and how it revealed my true superpowerWhy I’m finally claiming the title of Intuitive Human Design CoachMy simple 3-step framework for making Human Design practical in your life, business, and relationshipsAnd how Human Design can help you unlock the cage you didn’t even know you were trapped inLinks to Mentions in Ep:Second Degree SocietyMystic Rebel Oracle Deck is sold out :(💫 New to Human Design? Start Here:Pull your free Human Design chart and start receiving the Human Design Quick Start Email Series to help you understand your energy and decision-making style.Explore the Quick Start Guide on the blog - You'll start with your Energy Type and follow along through Authority, Profile, and Centers — all broken down clearly and practically.🎧 Listen to the Chart Basics episodes:Ep 2: The 5 Energy Types That Could Transform Your Life (And How to Find Yours)Ep 7: Stop Second-Guessing: Your Practical Roadmap to Confident Decisions Using Human DesignEp 6: The Shortcut to Your Purpose: Embody Your Personality ProfileEp 8: Human Design Centers & How to Work with Your DefinitionWant 20% off any single session reading?? Leave us a 5 start rating and review to receive a special thank you 20% off! Just send a screenshot of your rating and review to [email protected] and I'll respond back with your discount codeSay hey 👋 on Instagram @Nicole.guenaWebsite: NicoleGuena.com

This is not a polished, step-by-step business episode.This is me — in the messy middle, sharing what I wish someone had told me when I was stuck trying to do business the "right" way.In this episode, we explore:Why traditional strategies aren’t working anymore (and never really did for most of us)How Human Design provides the most personalized roadmap for your business and your lifeThe real reason launches, layoffs, and pivots can feel like breakdowns (and how they might actually be breakthroughs)How we’ve been sold a lie about what works in business — and how to trust yourself insteadThe difference between obstacles you’re meant to overcome vs. signs you’re meant to shift directionWhy community is essential when you’re doing business differentlyAnd how your authentic energy is your greatest business strategy🔥 Ready to make money doing what you love by being fully, unapologetically YOU? Join the Energetic Business Collective. Details here! Enrollment closes 5.22✨ Resources Mentioned:Ep 7: Stop Second-Guessing: Your Practical Roadmap to Confident Decisions Using Human DesignEp 15: The New Paradigm: Stop Trying to Get an A+ in a System That's Disappearing💫 New to Human Design? Start Here:Pull your free Human Design chart and start receiving the Human Design Quick Start Email Series to help you understand your energy and decision-making style.Explore the Quick Start Guide on the blog - You'll start with your Energy Type and follow along through Authority, Profile, and Centers — all broken down clearly and practically.🎧 Listen to the Chart Basics episodes:Ep 2: The 5 Energy Types That Could Transform Your Life (And How to Find Yours)Ep 7: Stop Second-Guessing: Your Practical Roadmap to Confident Decisions Using Human DesignEp 6: The Shortcut to Your Purpose: Embody Your Personality ProfileEp 8: Human Design Centers & How to Work with Your DefinitionWant 20% off any single session reading?? Leave us a 5 start rating and review to receive a special thank you 20% off! Just send a screenshot of your rating and review to [email protected] and I'll respond back with your discount codeSay hey 👋 on Instagram @Nicole.guenaWebsite: NicoleGuena.com

Have you ever felt like you’re holding yourself back… and you’re not even sure why?Maybe you censor yourself in certain rooms to keep the peace.Keep things logical and reasonable to ensure you're doing it "right".Or downplay your gifts and successes to stay relatable.You’re likely carrying the Witch Wound — a deeply rooted, ancestral pattern passed down through centuries of conditioning, control, and fear.✨ In this episode, we’re unpacking what the Witch Wound really is — and how it’s still shaping your voice, your power and your life today.You’ll hear:What the Witch Wound is and how it still affects women today 7 core signs you might be carrying it — from perfectionism to people-pleasingHow patriarchy distorted feminine wisdom (and even the word gossip)Why you're really so terrified of agingWhat it really means to reclaim your magic and stop feeling stuck🔥 Ready to embrace your authentic power??Dive deeper into your Human Design? Book a reading here.Join the Energetic Business Collective. Details here!✨ Resources Mentioned:Break the Good Girl Myth by Majo MolfinoHypnotherapist I HIGHLY recommend- Sheri @hypnoforhealingMagic Hour Podcast with Taylor PaigeEp 15: The New Paradigm: Stop Trying to Get an A+ in a System That's Disappearing💫 New to Human Design? Start Here:Pull your free Human Design chart and start receiving the Human Design Quick Start Email Series to help you understand your energy and decision-making style.Explore the Quick Start Guide on the blog - You'll start with your Energy Type and follow along through Authority, Profile, and Centers — all broken down clearly and practically.🎧 Listen to the Chart Basics episodes:Ep 2: The 5 Energy Types That Could Transform Your Life (And How to Find Yours)Ep 7: Stop Second-Guessing: Your Practical Roadmap to Confident Decisions Using Human DesignEp 6: The Shortcut to Your Purpose: Embody Your Personality ProfileEp 8: Human Design Centers & How to Work with Your DefinitionWant 20% off any single session reading?? Leave us a 5 start rating and review to receive a special thank you 20% off! Just send a screenshot of your rating and review to [email protected] and I'll respond back with your discount codeLet's stay in touch!Instagram: @Nicole.GuenaWebsite: NicoleGuena.com

If you've been feeling like the rug has been pulled out from under you and the old comfort zone is getting realll uncomfortable you're not alone.In this episode, we're diving into the huge energetic shift that's currently happening. We’re moving out of a tribal, survival-based world and into a new paradigm where individuality, emotional truth, and energetic alignment lead the way.In this episode, you’ll hear:What the Human Design New Paradigm coming in 2027 and what this shift is really aboutWhy the old structures (career, relationships, self-worth) are falling awayThe new way forward that is emerging and how to embrace itHow we start untangling our truth from everything we were taught to be✨ Ready to embrace your authentic power??Dive deeper into your Human Design? Book a reading here.Join the Energetic Business Collective. Details here!💫 New to Human Design? Start Here:Pull your free Human Design chart and start receiving the Human Design Quick Start Email Series to help you understand your energy and decision-making style.Explore the Quick Start Guide on the blog - You'll start with your Energy Type and follow along through Authority, Profile, and Centers — all broken down clearly and practically.🎧 Listen to the Chart Basics episodes:Ep 2: The 5 Energy Types That Could Transform Your Life (And How to Find Yours)Ep 7: Stop Second-Guessing: Your Practical Roadmap to Confident Decisions Using Human DesignEp 6: The Shortcut to Your Purpose: Embody Your Personality ProfileEp 8: Human Design Centers & How to Work with Your DefinitionWant 20% off any single session reading?? Leave us a 5 start rating and review to receive a special thank you 20% off! Just send a screenshot of your rating and review to [email protected] and I'll respond back with your discount code.Let's stay in touch!Instagram: @Nicole.GuenaWebsite: NicoleGuena.com

Let's talk PURPOSE!We’re diving into one of the most fascinating pieces of the Human Design chart—your Incarnation Cross aka your soul’s purpose! These four gates show up in everything you do, whether you realize it or not.In this episode you'll:Learn how to find your Incarnation Cross in your chartDiscover what the "right angle," "left angle," and "juxtaposition" actually mean (hint: it’s about your karmic path)Understand the role of Sun and Earth gates—and why they act like a polarityExplore the arms & legs + backpack analogy to make sense of all your defined and undefined energyGet a deeper look into the 4 gates in my own chart and how they’ve shown up in my real lifeThis episode is a mix of teaching, storytelling, and real talk—because your purpose isn’t about a job title, it’s about embracing who you deeply, truly are.🎧 Listen to Previous Episodes Mentioned:Ep 5: The Science of You 🔬: What is Human Design?Ep 8: Human Design Centers & How to Work with Your Definition_Join my FREE Live Workshop -  Get Unstuck & Uplevel Your Life with Human Design💫 New to Human Design? Start Here:Pull your free Human Design chart and start receiving the Human Design Quick Start Email Series to help you understand your energy and decision-making style.Explore the Quick Start Guide on the blog - You'll start with your Energy Type and follow along through Authority, Profile, and Centers — all broken down clearly and practically.🎧 Listen to the Chart Basics episodes:Ep 2: The 5 Energy Types That Could Transform Your Life (And How to Find Yours)Ep 7: Stop Second-Guessing: Your Practical Roadmap to Confident Decisions Using Human DesignEp 6: The Shortcut to Your Purpose: Embody Your Personality ProfileEp 8: Human Design Centers & How to Work with Your DefinitionWant to dig deeper into your Human Design? Book a reading here.Want 20% off any single session reading?? Leave us a 5 start rating and review to receive a special thank you 20% off! Just send a screenshot of your rating and review to [email protected] and I'll respond back with your discount code.Let's stay in touch!Instagram: @Nicole.GuenaWebsite: NicoleGuena.com

In this episode, I’m sharing a conversation I loved being a part of — my interview on the Rochelle Christiane podcast. We nerd out on all things Human Design and how this system helps you feel more seen, supported, and empowered in everyday life.We dive into:How different designs interact — especially in relationships, parenting, and team dynamicsHow undefined centers and your profile shape your self-perceptionHow transits and chart connections influence your experience in real-timeUsing Human Design practically in both personal growth and professional settingsWhy Human Design is a permission slip — not a boxConnect with Rochelle:Instagram: @rochelle.christianePodcast: The Rochelle Christiane PodcastRochelle on Practical Magic: Ep 9. Holistic Human Design & The Power of Embodiment with Rochelle Christiane_Join my FREE Live Workshop -  Get Unstuck & Uplevel Your Life with Human Design💫 New to Human Design? Start Here:Pull your free Human Design chart and start receiving the Human Design Quick Start Email Series to help you understand your energy and decision-making style.Explore the Quick Start Guide on the blog - You'll start with your Energy Type and follow along through Authority, Profile, and Centers — all broken down clearly and practically.🎧 Listen to the Chart Basics episodes:Ep 2: The 5 Energy Types That Could Transform Your Life (And How to Find Yours)Ep 7: Stop Second-Guessing: Your Practical Roadmap to Confident Decisions Using Human DesignEp 6: The Shortcut to Your Purpose: Embody Your Personality ProfileEp 8: Human Design Centers & How to Work with Your DefinitionWant to dig deeper into your Human Design? Book a reading here.Want 20% off any single session reading?? Leave us a 5 start rating and review to receive a special thank you 20% off! Just send a screenshot of your rating and review to [email protected] and I'll respond back with your discount code.

In this episode, we dive into the messy, ongoing journey of deconditioning —shedding layers of societal and familial expectations to reconnect with your true, authentic self. I chat about:Authenticity as the key to ease, happiness and fulfillmentHow conditioning from external influences can affect your true essenceThe power of Human Design and other tools in uncovering your authentic selfThe messy, ongoing journey of deconditioning and healingPractical tips for identifying and clearing out conditioning to live more authenticallyIf you don't know your Human Design, pull your free chart here.Want to dig deeper into your Human Design? Book a reading here.Want 20% off any single session reading?? Leave us a 5 start rating and review to receive a special thank you 20% off! Just send a screenshot of your rating and review to [email protected] and I'll respond back with your discount code.Let's stay in touch!Instagram: @Nicole.GuenaWebsite: NicoleGuena.com

If I could implant this knowledge in the brains of everyone on earth, I would. It's how YOUR emotional center works!Whether you are defined or undefined emotionally affects your experience of life DRASTICALLY. When you have this understanding it's game changing.I chat about:The role of the emotional center in Human Design and its impact on emotional experiencesThe difference between being emotionally defined and undefinedPractical tips for working with their emotional center to avoid unnecessary drama and create more easePodcast Episodes Mentioned:The Human Design Centers and How to Work with Your DefinitionStop Second-Guessing: Your Practical Roadmap to Confident Decisions Using Human DesignThe Science of You 🔬: What is Human Design?If you don't know your Human Design, pull your free chart here.Want to dig deeper into your Human Design? Book a reading here.Want 20% off any single session reading?? Leave us a 5 start rating and review to receive a special thank you 20% off! Just send a screenshot of your rating and review to [email protected] and I'll respond back with your discount code.Let's stay in touch!Instagram: @Nicole.GuenaWebsite: NicoleGuena.com

In this episode, we dive deep into the transformative power of spirituality and yoga in navigating life's hardships with Melissa Farag, Attorney-Mediator and host of "High Vibe Divorce" podcast. Melissa shares her inspiring journey through grief, loss, and personal challenges, and how embracing spiritual practices, particularly yoga, has been instrumental in her healing and growth.We explore:Melissa's path from divorce attorney to spiritual seeker and mediatorThe impact of grief and personal loss on her spiritual journeyHow yoga and breathwork became crucial tools for managing stress and anxietyThe importance of facing and processing difficult emotionsThe connection between spirituality and holistic well-beingPractical tips for starting a spiritual practice and incorporating yoga into daily lifeThe power of intentional response versus reactive behavior in challenging situationsConnect with Melissa:Instagram: @highvibedivorcePodcast: High Vibe DivorceWebsite HighVibeMediation.comMy Interview on Melissa's Podcast: Empower Your Divorce with Human Design_If you don't know your Human Design, pull your free chart here.Want to dig deeper into your Human Design? Book a reading here.Want 20% off any single session reading?? Leave us a 5 star rating and review to receive a special thank you 20% off! Just send a screenshot of your rating and review to [email protected] and I'll respond back with your discount code.Let's stay in touch!Instagram: @Nicole.GuenaWebsite: NicoleGuena.com

In this episode, we dive deep into the world of Human Design, holistic health, and personal transformation with Rochelle Christiane. Rochelle shares her inspiring journey from feeling lost and disconnected to aligning with her true self and guiding others to do the same through Human Design and holistic practicesRochelle is a Human Design Mentor, podcast host, Certified Integrative Nutrition Health Coach, single mom of 2 Generators and forever student. She is dedicated to helping women reconnect with their bodies and align with their unique energy. We explore:Rochelle's background in holistic health and her international upbringingThe impact of Human Design on Rochelle's healing journeyThe connection between physical health, emotions, and intuitionPractical tips for starting your own journey of self-discoveryThe challenges and benefits of having emotional authorityThe importance of embodiment and being present with your emotionsHow to navigate the deconditioning process in Human DesignThe interplay between Human Design and astrologyConnect with Rochelle:Instagram: @rochelle.christianePodcast: The Rochelle Christiane PodcastWholistic Human Design Academy_If you don't know your Human Design, pull your free chart here.Want to dig deeper into your Human Design? Book a reading here.Want 20% off any single session reading?? Leave us a 5 star rating and review to receive a special thank you 20% off! Just send a screenshot of your rating and review to [email protected] and I'll respond back with your discount code.Let's stay in touch!Instagram: @Nicole.GuenaWebsite: NicoleGuena.com

The centers in Human Design are a key element to understanding ourselves and how we interact with others. They act as internal hubs that influence various aspects of behavior and thought processes. Learning to work with the way your energy naturally functions is the biggest life hack and I'm so excited to share it!In this episode, my friend Alex and I dive deep into this crucial aspect of your design and how to leverage it.I chat about:My journey from NYC hustle culture to Human Design CoachHuman Design vs traditional therapyInsights from my design that cut to the core of issues in my life Deep dive into the energy centers in Human DesignHow to work with each center whether its defined or undefinedThe strength and vulnerability of each centerIf you don't know your Human Design, pull your free chart here.Want to dig deeper into your Human Design? Book a reading here.Want 20% off any single session reading?? Leave us a 5 start rating and review to receive a special thank you 20% off! Just send a screenshot of your rating and review to [email protected] and I'll respond back with your discount code._Connect with Alex aka the Modern Medium Instagram: @themodernmedium_

Knowing how to use your Human Design authority to make decisions is LIFE CHANGING.In this episode, we dive deep into this crucial aspect of your design and how to leverage it.I chat about:The 8 different Human Design authorities and their unique characteristicsHow to identify and interpret your specific authorityPractical tips for using your authority in everyday decision-makingThe importance of trusting your body's intelligence over logical thinkingCommon pitfalls and "not-self" voices to watch out forHow to support others based on their authority typeReal-life examples and experiences of living in alignment with your authorityIf you don't know your Human Design, pull your free chart here.Want to dig deeper into your Human Design? Book a reading here.Want 20% off any single session reading?? Leave us a 5 star rating and review to receive a special thank you 20% off! Just send a screenshot of your rating and review to [email protected] and I'll respond back with your discount code.Let's stay in touch!Instagram: @Nicole.GuenaWebsite: NicoleGuena.com

Purpose is such a HUGE topic and Human Design provides SO many helpful ways to embody ours. One of my FAVORITE ways to do this is with the Profile Numbers.Listen along as my friend Amanda and I discuss...Characteristics of the 6 personality archetypes and how to embody themBalancing the different aspects of our personalityOur experience living our design and embracing our profile numbers and typeHow to support others in your life based on their profile numbersHow to translate your personality archetype into your purposeIf you don't know your Human Design, pull your free chart here.Want to dig deeper into your Human Design? Book a reading here.Want 20% off any single session reading?? Leave us a 5 star rating and review to receive a special thank you 20% off! Just send a screenshot of your rating and review to [email protected] and I'll respond back with your discount code.Let's stay in touch!Instagram: @Nicole.GuenaWebsite: NicoleGuena.com_Connect with Amanda at Collective Good ShopInstagram: @collectivegood.shopWebsite: collectivegood.shop

In this episode we dive DEEP into Human Design!Here's what you'll discover:Human Design Demystified: Uncover the origins and core principles of this revolutionary system that blends ancient wisdom with modern science.Your Energetic Blueprint: Learn how Human Design reveals your unique gifts, decision-making strategies, and life purpose.Breaking Free from Conditioning: Discover how understanding your design can help you release societal expectations and embrace your true self.Navigating Your Chart: Get practical tips on how to interpret and use your Human Design chart for personal growth.Whether you're feeling stuck in life or simply curious about what makes you tick, this episode offers a fresh perspective on embracing your uniqueness and living with greater ease and purpose.Follow along on Youtube to get a visual walk through of how to read a Human Design Chart.If you don't know your Human Design, pull your free chart here.Want to dig deeper into your Human Design? Book a reading here.Want 20% off any single session reading?? Leave us a 5 star rating and review to receive a special thank you 20% off! Just send a screenshot of your rating and review to [email protected] and I'll respond back with your discount code.Let's stay in touch!Instagram: @Nicole.GuenaWebsite: NicoleGuena.com

2025 is shaping up to be a year of major transitions and transformations!This week we chat 2025 transits with Astrologer, Sandra Stovall. Sandra gives us the cosmic low down on the major shifts coming in 2025 and how we can prepare and best navigate them. Sandra was generous enough to share a 10% discount with code ASTRO10 when you book here before 3/31/25.Click here for a quick summary of the major transits and their dates for reference.Listen here to learn about the significance of the astrological houses. I start talking about this around 30ish minutes in._Let's stay in touch!Instagram: @Nicole.GuenaWebsite: NicoleGuena.com

In this episode, we dive deep into a practical step-by-step guide for setting intentions that truly work. This comprehensive approach combines Human Design principles with astrological insights to help you create lasting change in your life. Episode Highlights:Why traditional goal-setting methods often failThe importance of aligning intentions with your natural energyHow to avoid overwhelm and conflicting prioritiesPractical strategies for making your intentions stickLeveraging Human Design to set goals that resonate with your unique energy typeUsing astrological sun transits to amplify your intention-setting powerKey Takeaways:Learn to work with your natural energy, not against itDiscover how to focus on meaningful progress in key areas of your lifeUnderstand the connection between Human Design and effective goal-settingExplore how astrology can support your intention-setting processThis guide is designed to be the last intention-setting exercise you'll ever need. By aligning with your Human Design, you're setting yourself up for success in a practically magical way 🔮Download the free companion guide here.Want to dive deeper into your Human Design and intention-setting journey? Book a coaching package here.If you don't know your Human Design, pull your free chart here.Let's stay in touch!Instagram: @Nicole.GuenaWebsite: NicoleGuena.com

Let's dive into Human Design Energy Types.This is the perfect entry point for Human Design newbies who want to start experimenting with this LIFE CHANGING system. It's also a great reminder for those of us deeper in our Human Design journey. Going back to basics is VITAL to truly living in alignment.I chat about...The 5 energy typesHow each energy type's aura functionsEach type's strengths and natural abilitiesEach type's strategy for living in alignmentEach type's red flags that they're out of alignmentIf you don't know your Human Design, pull your free chart here.Want to dig deeper into your Human Design? Book a reading here.Want 20% off any single session reading?? Leave us a 5 star rating and review to receive a special thank you 20% off! Just send a screenshot of your rating and review to [email protected] and I'll respond back with your discount code.Let's stay in touch!Instagram: @Nicole.GuenaWebsite: NicoleGuena.com

Welcome to Practical Magic, a podcast where we make the magical tangible and the practical magical. I'm Nicole Guena—Human Design Expert, Personal Growth & Group Dynamics Coach, and recovering Type-A perfectionist here to help you create breakthroughs in every area of life.On Practical Magic we’ll be talking all things personal development / psychology, spirituality and wellness. We'll cover everything from inner child and shadow work to astrology to past lives, and of course MY personal favorite Human Design.The intention of the Practical Magic podcast is to provide practical guidance and information through the lens of magic and spirituality. When you begin to look at the world through a lens of wonder, synchronicities and divine timing EVERYTHING starts to feel magical.Let's stay in touch!Instagram: @Nicole.GuenaWebsite: NicoleGuena.com

Welcome to Practical Magic, where we make the magical tangible and the practical magical. I'm Nicole Guena—Human Design Expert, Personal Growth & Group Dynamics Coach, and your guide to creating breakthroughs in every area of life.Each week, we'll explore practical strategies for self-discovery and transformation, drawing from Human Design and other powerful modalities. Whether you're looking to deepen relationships, find clarity in your career, or simply understand yourself better, you're in the right place.Get ready to turn everyday challenges into opportunities for magic. Your breakthrough moment awaits. Let's dive in.