The Somatic Coaching Academy Podcast

What if the biggest thing standing between you and better health, greater emotional resilience, and a deeper spiritual connection is something you're carrying every single day without even realizing it? In this episode, Ani Anderson and Brian Trzaskos unpack the surprising science behind chronic tension and explain why it's at the root of so many physical, mental, emotional, and even spiritual challenges. From chronic pain and anxiety to inflammation, fatigue, and your ability to access higher states of consciousness, they reveal how one often-overlooked pattern can influence every area of your life—and, more importantly, what you can do about it.Join us for a practical, science-backed conversation and discover simple ways to release chronic tension so you can boost your energy, improve your well-being, and unlock greater clarity, resilience, and connection.👉 To join Core Centering Classes for free: Click here! Listen to all our episodes here:https://somaticcoachingacademy.com/podcastGet access to our free library of helpful resources:http://www.somaticcoachingacademy.com/library-signup

Tired of feeling "triggered" by other people's behavior? In this episode, Ani and Brian challenge the common trigger narrative and share a powerful somatic framework for understanding emotional activation, uncovering hidden beliefs, and transforming reactivity into personal growth.👉 To join Core Centering Classes for free: Click here! Listen to all our episodes here:https://somaticcoachingacademy.com/podcastGet access to our free library of helpful resources:http://www.somaticcoachingacademy.com/library-signup

Want to live longer—and actually enjoy it? In this episode, Ani and Brian unpack surprising longevity research, the habits shared by the world's healthiest centenarians, and practical somatic tools that can help you reduce stress, increase vitality, and thrive for decades to come.👉 To join Core Centering Classes for free: Click here! Listen to all our episodes here:https://somaticcoachingacademy.com/podcastGet access to our free library of helpful resources:http://www.somaticcoachingacademy.com/library-signup

Have you noticed life feeling a little more... synchronized lately? In this episode, Ani and Brian explore why synchronicities may seem to be speeding up, how to tell the difference between creator consciousness and victim consciousness, and what these everyday signs can teach you about manifestation in real time.👉 To join Core Centering Classes for free: Click here! Listen to all our episodes here:https://somaticcoachingacademy.com/podcastGet access to our free library of helpful resources:http://www.somaticcoachingacademy.com/library-signup

What if the smartest manifestation book is the one that makes complex ideas simple? Ani and Brian unpack why *Manifestation For Dummies* is a powerful guide for turning manifestation into action, with practical exercises, natural laws, and tools you can start using immediately.👉 To join Core Centering Classes for free: Click here! Listen to all our episodes here:https://somaticcoachingacademy.com/podcastGet access to our free library of helpful resources:http://www.somaticcoachingacademy.com/library-signup

Is The Body Keeps the Score wrong—or are critics missing the bigger picture? Ani and Brian unpack a controversial challenge to one of trauma therapy’s most influential books, helping you understand predictive coding, the brain-body connection, and what current research really says about how trauma is stored and healed.Read the article discussed in this episode: https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/systems-neuroscience/articles/10.3389/fnsys.2026.1812957/full👉 To join Core Centering Classes for free: Click here! Listen to all our episodes here:https://somaticcoachingacademy.com/podcastGet access to our free library of helpful resources:http://www.somaticcoachingacademy.com/library-signup

Afraid of criticism holding you back from sharing your gifts with the world? Ani and Brian reveal a powerful mindset shift for handling negative feedback, teaching you how to stay authentic, learn from criticism, and keep moving forward without losing confidence.👉 To join Core Centering Classes for free: Click here! Listen to all our episodes here:https://somaticcoachingacademy.com/podcastGet access to our free library of helpful resources:http://www.somaticcoachingacademy.com/library-signup

Can couples manifest together—and what makes it actually work? Ani and Brian share the shared values, mindset shifts, and practical relationship habits that have helped them co-create a thriving partnership, business, and life together.👉 To join Core Centering Classes for free: Click here! Listen to all our episodes here:https://somaticcoachingacademy.com/podcastGet access to our free library of helpful resources:http://www.somaticcoachingacademy.com/library-signup

Can regulating your nervous system actually help you manifest something new? Ani and Brian reveal the three somatic keys to manifestation, showing how body awareness, subconscious reprogramming, and recognizing synchronicities can help you break old patterns and create meaningful change.👉 To join Core Centering Classes for free: Click here! Listen to all our episodes here:https://somaticcoachingacademy.com/podcastGet access to our free library of helpful resources:http://www.somaticcoachingacademy.com/library-signup

What if manifestation isn’t magic—but a set of patterns you can actually learn? In this episode, Ani and Brian break down real-life case studies (from healing to relationships to money) So you can see exactly how beliefs, meaning, and small shifts create powerful results—and apply the same principles to your own life.👉 To join Core Centering Classes for free: Click here! Listen to all our episodes here:https://somaticcoachingacademy.com/podcastGet access to our free library of helpful resources:http://www.somaticcoachingacademy.com/library-signup

What if manifestation isn’t magic—but a system you can actually master? In this episode, Ani and Brian break down their powerful 3-level manifestation framework and show you exactly how to apply it (with real behind-the-scenes examples) to create results with more flow, clarity, and consistency.👉 To join Core Centering Classes for free: Click here! Listen to all our episodes here:https://somaticcoachingacademy.com/podcastGet access to our free library of helpful resources:http://www.somaticcoachingacademy.com/library-signup

What if your biggest manifestation isn’t magic—but years of invisible decisions finally clicking into place? In this episode, Ani and Brian break down exactly how they landed their Manifestation for Dummies book deal—and the tangible steps (from taking aligned action to leveraging synchronicity) You can use to create your own breakthrough.Listen to all our episodes here:https://somaticcoachingacademy.com/podcastGet access to our free library of helpful resources:http://www.somaticcoachingacademy.com/library-signup

Is polyvagal theory actually falling apart—or is the internet just amplifying a misunderstanding? In this episode, Ani and Brian break down the latest controversy, unpack the real science vs. social media noise, and give you a clear, practical lens for how to think about nervous system work moving forward.Why The Polyvagal Theory Is Untenable: An international expert evaluation of the polyvagal theory and commentary upon Porges, S.W. (2025)https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC12937499/When A Critique Becomes Untenable: A Scholarly Response To Grossman Et Al.'S Evaluation Of Polyvagal Theory.https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC12937496/Significant, Not Sacred: A Clinical Educator's Response to Grossman et al. (2026) on the Critique of Polyvagal Theory, Rebecca Kase, LCSW, Founder, Trauma Therapist Institute; February 2026https://www.traumatherapistinstitute.com/blog/response-to-grossman-polyvagal-theory-critique👉 To join Core Centering Classes for free: Click here! Listen to all our episodes here:https://somaticcoachingacademy.com/podcastGet access to our free library of helpful resources:http://www.somaticcoachingacademy.com/library-signup

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Ever wondered what actually happens inside a somatic coaching certification—and why students say it’s life-changing? In this episode, Ani and Brian pull back the curtain on Somatic Practice Essentials, sharing real student experiences and the powerful tools that help you regulate your nervous system and confidently work with clients.👉 To join Core Centering Classes for free: Click here! Listen to all our episodes here:https://somaticcoachingacademy.com/podcastGet access to our free library of helpful resources:http://www.somaticcoachingacademy.com/library-signup

What if the very behaviors you were taught to suppress—like shaking, crying, or even wiggling—are actually your body’s most powerful tools for healing? In this episode, Ani and Brian reveal the “outlawed wisdom” of the body and give you practical ways to reclaim natural self-regulation for better health, emotional balance, and resilience.👉 To join Core Centering Classes for free: Click here! Listen to all our episodes here:https://somaticcoachingacademy.com/podcastGet access to our free library of helpful resources:http://www.somaticcoachingacademy.com/library-signup

What if prosperity isn’t about getting more—but learning how to channel what’s already all around you? In this episode, Ani and Brian break down five powerful, practical ways to accelerate prosperity, including how to manage your energy, make aligned decisions, and create the internal safety needed for real, sustainable growth.👉 To join Core Centering Classes for free: Click here! Listen to all our episodes here:https://somaticcoachingacademy.com/podcastGet access to our free library of helpful resources:http://www.somaticcoachingacademy.com/library-signup

What if the discomfort you feel when stepping into growth isn’t a warning—but proof you’re on the right track? In this episode, Ani and Brian unpack how your nervous system protects limiting beliefs—and how to tell the difference between true misalignment and the resistance that shows up right before a breakthrough.👉 To join Core Centering Classes for free: Click here! Listen to all our episodes here:https://somaticcoachingacademy.com/podcastGet access to our free library of helpful resources:http://www.somaticcoachingacademy.com/library-signup

Why do some coaches work harder every year but still feel stuck financially? In this episode, Ani Anderson and Brian Trzaskos break down the top mindset blocks stopping coaches and consultants from earning more—and share practical insights on certainty, self-worth, and capacity that can immediately change how money moves in your business.👉 To join Core Centering Classes for free: Click here! Listen to all our episodes here:https://somaticcoachingacademy.com/podcastGet access to our free library of helpful resources:http://www.somaticcoachingacademy.com/library-signup

What if your biggest business plateau has nothing to do with strategy—and everything to do with being seen? In this episode, Ani Anderson and Brian Trzaskos break down the real reasons visibility feels so hard and share practical, nervous-system–based insights to help you grab attention authentically without burning yourself out.👉 To join Core Centering Classes for free: Click here! Listen to all our episodes here:https://somaticcoachingacademy.com/podcastGet access to our free library of helpful resources:http://www.somaticcoachingacademy.com/library-signup

What really happens inside Somatic Coaching Academy programs—and why does it change people so deeply? In this Insider Information episode, Ani Anderson and Brian Trzaskos share real participant experiences from Endless Confidence and Laws for Life, revealing how embodied practices, community, and natural laws create lasting confidence, clarity, and momentum you can actually take into daily life.👉 To join Core Centering Classes for free: Click here! Listen to all our episodes here:https://somaticcoachingacademy.com/podcastGet access to our free library of helpful resources:http://www.somaticcoachingacademy.com/library-signup

What happens after you understand that trauma lives in the body? In this episode, Ani Anderson and Brian Trzaskos break down the most powerful takeaways from The Body Keeps the Score and show how sensation-based motivation coaching turns that insight into practical tools you can use to regulate your nervous system, move through resistance, and take aligned action in everyday life.👉 To join Core Centering Classes for free: Click here! Listen to all our episodes here:https://somaticcoachingacademy.com/podcastGet access to our free library of helpful resources:http://www.somaticcoachingacademy.com/library-signup

What if the opportunities that could change your life are the ones you’re completely missing? In this episode, Ani and Brian reveal how hidden opportunities show up through your body, relationships, and everyday challenges—and how learning to recognize them can shift your patterns, raise your consciousness, and change the way you experience your life.👉 To join Core Centering Classes for free: Click here! Listen to all our episodes here:https://somaticcoachingacademy.com/podcastGet access to our free library of helpful resources:http://www.somaticcoachingacademy.com/library-signup

Perfectionism might look polished on the outside, but Ani and Brian reveal what it’s really protecting—and why it keeps so many people stuck. In this episode, you’ll learn how to spot the subtle signs of shame-binding in your thinking and body, plus a simple perspective shift that can begin loosening its grip.👉 To join Core Centering Classes for free: Click here! Listen to all our episodes here:https://somaticcoachingacademy.com/podcastGet access to our free library of helpful resources:http://www.somaticcoachingacademy.com/library-signup

What if everything you’ve been chasing as “success” is actually keeping you from feeling at peace? In this episode, Ani and Brian unpack the real difference between external achievement and inner success—and share practical insights on how to stop striving from emptiness and start building a life rooted in inner calm, clarity, and fulfillment.👉 To join Core Centering Classes for free: Click here! Listen to all our episodes here:https://somaticcoachingacademy.com/podcastGet access to our free library of helpful resources:http://www.somaticcoachingacademy.com/library-signup

What happens when rising healthcare costs, workforce shortages, and weight-loss drugs collide—and what does it mean for health coaches? In this episode, Ani and Brian break down why sensation-based health coaches are more needed than ever and share practical insights on how real behavior change (not quick fixes) can transform health, empower clients, and open massive opportunities for coaches right now.👉 To join Core Centering Classes for free: Click here! Listen to all our episodes here:https://somaticcoachingacademy.com/podcastGet access to our free library of helpful resources:http://www.somaticcoachingacademy.com/library-signup

What if the reason you can’t find peace, joy, or safety “out there” is because it isn’t embodied inside yet? In this episode, Ani and Brian unpack the ancient teaching “what you can’t find in your body, you’ll never find elsewhere” and explain—practically and somatically—how changing your inner sensory state reshapes your lived reality.👉 To join Core Centering Classes for free: Click here! Listen to all our episodes here:https://somaticcoachingacademy.com/podcastGet access to our free library of helpful resources:http://www.somaticcoachingacademy.com/library-signup

What does it actually mean to embody resilience—not just think about it? In this episode, Ani and Brian break down how resilience lives in the body, how nervous system regulation widens your capacity for life, and practical ways to build real, embodied resilience you can rely on.👉 To join Core Centering Classes for free: Click here! Listen to all our episodes here:https://somaticcoachingacademy.com/podcastGet access to our free library of helpful resources:http://www.somaticcoachingacademy.com/library-signup

What happens when a spiritual awakening turns your entire life inside out? In this deeply personal episode, Ani and Brian share the vulnerable story that shaped their work, revealing powerful lessons about purpose, authenticity, and listening to the universe’s nudges.👉 To join Core Centering Classes for free: Click here! Listen to all our episodes here:https://somaticcoachingacademy.com/podcastGet access to our free library of helpful resources:http://www.somaticcoachingacademy.com/library-signup

What if the fastest way to get more coaching clients wasn’t online—but right in your own community? In this episode, Ani and Brian break down how nervous system regulation helps you create ideal clients, build thriving local practices, and offer real relief that keeps people coming back.👉 To join Core Centering Classes for free: Click here! Listen to all our episodes here:https://somaticcoachingacademy.com/podcastGet access to our free library of helpful resources:http://www.somaticcoachingacademy.com/library-signup

Ready to stop feeling stuck and start creating? In this New Year episode, Ani and Brian lay out a practical framework—clarity, connection to purpose, and positive reciprocity—to help you move from victim to creator, plus somatic tips for working with emotions and how their Laws for Life community channels revenue into tangible social impact.👉 To join Core Centering Classes for free: Click here! Listen to all our episodes here:https://somaticcoachingacademy.com/podcastGet access to our free library of helpful resources:http://www.somaticcoachingacademy.com/library-signup

Feeling worn out and suddenly questioning your purpose? In this candid year-end episode, Ani and Brian unpack why exhaustion can masquerade as an existential crisis — and share practical somatic tools you can use right away to refill your “gas tank” and reconnect with what matters.👉 To join Core Centering Classes for free: Click here! Listen to all our episodes here:https://somaticcoachingacademy.com/podcastGet access to our free library of helpful resources:http://www.somaticcoachingacademy.com/library-signup

Ever wonder why certain people instantly rub you the wrong way? In this episode, Ani and Brian break down the hidden inner patterns behind irritation and share a powerful somatic framework you can use to transform triggers into clarity, ease, and personal growth.👉 To join Core Centering Classes for free: Click here! Listen to all our episodes here:https://somaticcoachingacademy.com/podcastGet access to our free library of helpful resources:http://www.somaticcoachingacademy.com/library-signup

Are hidden confidence blocks quietly sabotaging your success? In this episode, Ani and Brian unpack 10 surprising ways low confidence shows up in daily life and share a clear five-step somatic process you can use to unblock your energy, take decisive action, and start reclaiming confidence now.👉 To join Core Centering Classes for free: Click here! Listen to all our episodes here:https://somaticcoachingacademy.com/podcastGet access to our free library of helpful resources:http://www.somaticcoachingacademy.com/library-signup

Discover the power of body scan meditation with Ani and Brian as they break down the fundamentals of somatic awareness. In this episode, you’ll learn practical tips for relaxing your body, tuning into your sensations, and practicing trauma-sensitive scans to truly connect with your mind and body.👉 To join Core Centering Classes for free: Click here! Listen to all our episodes here:https://somaticcoachingacademy.com/podcastGet access to our free library of helpful resources:http://www.somaticcoachingacademy.com/library-signup

What if your emotions aren’t what you think they are? 🤯 In this thought-provoking episode, Ani and Brian explore how emotions are actually constructs we learn early in life — and share how shifting from “emotional stories” to pure sensations can bring you greater freedom, clarity, and connection.👉 To join Core Centering Classes for free: Click here! Listen to all our episodes here:https://somaticcoachingacademy.com/podcastGet access to our free library of helpful resources:http://www.somaticcoachingacademy.com/library-signup

Can you really grow your abundance mindset and still be smart with money? In this episode, Ani Anderson and Brian Trzaskos unpack what “being responsible” with money truly means, revealing how to shift from pressure and guilt into empowered consideration and response-ability so you can expand abundance without fear.👉 To join Core Centering Classes for free: Click here! Listen to all our episodes here:https://somaticcoachingacademy.com/podcastGet access to our free library of helpful resources:http://www.somaticcoachingacademy.com/library-signup

Want to know the words that are secretly sabotaging your abundance? In this episode, Ani and Brian unpack the deadliest money mindset mistake and share two powerful challenges that can completely shift how you think, feel, and attract money—starting today.👉 To join Core Centering Classes for free: Click here! Listen to all our episodes here:https://somaticcoachingacademy.com/podcastGet access to our free library of helpful resources:http://www.somaticcoachingacademy.com/library-signup

Manifestation works through natural laws already in motion. Discover four simple steps to shift from hoping for change to creating it.👉 To join Core Centering Classes for free: Click here! Listen to all our episodes here:https://somaticcoachingacademy.com/podcastGet access to our free library of helpful resources:http://www.somaticcoachingacademy.com/library-signup

The fear of speaking up is learned, not innate. Ani and Brian share practices to release it so you can find your voice with confidence.👉 To join Core Centering Classes for free: Click here! Listen to all our episodes here:https://somaticcoachingacademy.com/podcastGet access to our free library of helpful resources:http://www.somaticcoachingacademy.com/library-signup

AI quietly shapes your choices, emotions, and relationships. Learn how to spot manipulation and use AI consciously instead of letting it use you.👉 To join Core Centering Classes for free: Click here! Listen to all our episodes here:https://somaticcoachingacademy.com/podcastGet access to our free library of helpful resources:http://www.somaticcoachingacademy.com/library-signup

 Inner peace isn’t something to chase—it’s already within you. Ani and Brian share simple somatic tools to uncover calm, clarity, and lightness in daily life. 👉 To join Core Centering Classes for free: Click here! Listen to all our episodes here:https://somaticcoachingacademy.com/podcastGet access to our free library of helpful resources:http://www.somaticcoachingacademy.com/library-signup

Ever wonder why you slip back into old habits even after a powerful breakthrough? In this episode of the Somatic Coaching Academy Podcast, hosts Ani Anderson and Brian Trzaskos unpack why change can feel so elusive—and what it really takes to create lasting transformation. From exposing subconscious resistance to clarifying the difference between “aha” moments and true transformation, they reveal the steps that make change predictable instead of hit-or-miss. Join us for practical insights and a clear process you can use to create transformations on repeat.👉 To join Core Centering Classes for free: Click here! Listen to all our episodes here:https://somaticcoachingacademy.com/podcastGet access to our free library of helpful resources:http://www.somaticcoachingacademy.com/library-signup

Ever feel like something invisible is holding you back, no matter how hard you try? In this episode of the Somatic Coaching Academy Podcast, hosts Ani Anderson and Brian Trzaskos unpack one of the most searched—and misunderstood—topics in personal growth: core limiting beliefs. Together, they break down why most approaches to uncovering beliefs don’t work, how the body signals when a belief is holding you back, and why chasing surface-level patterns never leads to lasting change. Join us for a clear, compassionate, and practical conversation that will help you finally identify and transform the core limiters standing in your way.👉 To join Core Centering Classes for free: Click here! Listen to all our episodes here:https://somaticcoachingacademy.com/podcastGet access to our free library of helpful resources:http://www.somaticcoachingacademy.com/library-signup

Ever feel like compromise means giving up too much of yourself? In this milestone 100th episode of the Somatic Coaching Academy Podcast, hosts Ani Anderson and Brian Trzaskos get real about why compromise often leads to disappointment, resentment, and lowered standards—and what to do instead. With humor, honesty, and depth, they unpack why “meeting in the middle” rarely works, how to shift conflict into opportunity, and why true resolution lives in win-win-win solutions. Join us for practical insights that will help you stop settling and start creating agreements where everyone genuinely benefits.👉 To join Core Centering Classes for free: Click here! Listen to all our episodes here:https://somaticcoachingacademy.com/podcastGet access to our free library of helpful resources:http://www.somaticcoachingacademy.com/library-signup

Why is it so hard to be happy? It’s a question most of us ask—sometimes out loud, often silently. In this episode of the Somatic Coaching Academy Podcast, hosts Ani Anderson and Brian Trzaskos unpack the hidden cultural beliefs, media influences, and subconscious expectations that make happiness feel elusive. With humor, neuroscience insights, and practical somatic wisdom, they reveal why chasing happiness can backfire and what to focus on instead. Join us for a fresh perspective on happiness—and discover somatic tools you can use right away to create more contentment, balance, and emotional freedom in your daily life.👉 To join Core Centering Classes for free: Click here! Listen to all our episodes here:https://somaticcoachingacademy.com/podcastGet access to our free library of helpful resources:http://www.somaticcoachingacademy.com/library-signup

Hooked on manifestation but not seeing results? Here's what you're missing. In this eye-opening episode of the Somatic Coaching Academy podcast, hosts Ani Anderson and Brian Trzaskos pull back the curtain on the real connection between somatic coaching and manifestation. If you've ever wondered why your vision boards and positive vibes aren't delivering the dream life—you’re not alone, and you're not doing it wrong. You’re just missing a few crucial dots. From nervous system regulation to subconscious retraining and expansive sensory states, Ani and Brian break down exactly *how* the body plays a central role in turning intention into reality. Join us for a grounded, science-backed conversation that gives you a repeatable, body-based recipe to manifest what you actually want—without waiting on the universe to deliver it.👉 To join Core Centering Classes for free: Click here! Listen to all our episodes here:https://somaticcoachingacademy.com/podcastGet access to our free library of helpful resources:http://www.somaticcoachingacademy.com/library-signup