Born To Know

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Mauro Zappaterra—Harvard-trained physician, researcher, and truly one of the most heart-centered scientists I’ve ever met. His work has changed the way we understand not only fetal development, but consciousness itself. Together, we explore the powerful, often overlooked role of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) and amniotic fluid—what I now see as the brain’s hidden river and the womb’s sacred mirror.Dr. Zappaterra takes us into the third ventricle, a deeply intuitive space in the brain where CSF flows and dimensional awareness begins. We talk about how this fluid supports our nervous system, carries emotional and energetic imprints, and can become a tool for healing if we learn to attune to it. For birth workers, parents, and anyone on a path of remembering, this conversation reveals the deep intelligence stored within us since before birth.We also explore the emotional signature of amniotic fluid—how a mother’s or surrogate’s internal state imprints the developing child, and how that connection lives on far beyond the womb. You’ll hear how interventions like epidurals can shift the natural flow of this system, and what we can do to reconnect with it holistically.This episode is about remembering that we are fluid beings, deeply connected to something ancient, sacred, and intelligent that has always been within us.Inside this conversation:What CSF reveals about our emotional and spiritual stateThe third ventricle as a portal to higher consciousnessThe lifelong bond formed in the amniotic field—even with surrogatesHow to tune in to the subtle energies of your own neurofluid systemWhat we lose when we ignore the unseen—and how to reclaim itChapters:(00:01:13) Introduction(00:01:59) The Brain’s Hidden River: Dr. Mauro Zapaterra’s Exploration of Cerebrospinal Fluid(00:17:10) The Neurofluid Connection and How the Third Ventricle and CSF Support Consciousness and Dimensional Awareness(00:25:29) The Untold Power of Cerebrospinal Fluid, A Hidden Key to Anatomy and Awakening(00:35:41) How Cerebrospinal Fluid Shapes Fetal Development and Reflects Maternal Emotion(00:47:17) How Amniotic Fluid Creates a Lifelong Connection Between Surrogate and Child(00:55:00) Steps to Connect with the Stored Intelligence in Your CSF(01:12:01) Why We Resist the Unseen and How to Attune to Subtle Energies(01:17:21) Epidural Interventions and Their Influence on Cerebrospinal Fluid and Holistic Ways to RebalanceConnect with Mauro Zapaterra MD, PhD:WebsiteInstagramConnect with Eyla Cuenca: Website Eyla’s InstagramYouTubeConnect with Born To Know:InstagramWebsiteApple PodcastsSpotifyBorn To Know is created by:Host & Executive Producer: Eyla CuencaPost-Producer & Editor: Victoria Rondón Graphic & Website Designer: Turbo RainbowWant to dive deeper into the world of birth? Join the Uncovering Birth FamilySubscribe to Eyla Cuenca’s YouTube channel for all future Born to Know episodes.

In this powerful episode of Born to Know, I sit down with Laura Matsue—a psychospiritual coach, evolutionary astrologer, and healer whose work has transformed my understanding of soul growth, trauma, and the future of AI. From the very start, Laura’s story of her reverse nodal return sparked a profound psycho-spiritual awakening that sets the tone for a conversation that will truly change your life.We dive deep into Pluto in Scorpio’s generational call for soul-level healing and trauma transformation, exploring how evolutionary astrology reveals our karmic contracts and soul lessons through the North and South Nodes. You’ll discover how the Saturn-Pluto conjunction marked a cosmic turning point, triggering the global pandemic and reshaping social and cultural beliefs on a profound level.We also unpack the echoes of Orwellian propaganda and energetic influence in the COVID era before moving into the astrology behind the AI revolution with Pluto in Aquarius. Laura sheds light on the hidden toll AI takes on creativity and consciousness, and how this technological shift challenges us to reclaim real human connection.For parents, this episode offers insight into raising children in a digital world and reviving creativity through real-life exploration. We close by exploring somatic healing, recognizing dissociation, and building stronger relationships through body awareness.If you’re ready to rethink AI and spirituality, prepare for spiritual growth in the digital age, and awaken your soul’s journey—this conversation with Laura Matsue is your gateway. Tune in and get ready to transform your perception of yourself, the cosmos, and the future.Chapters:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:02:25) From Breaking Point to Healing: How Laura Matsue’s Reverse Nodal Return Sparked a Psycho-Spiritual Awakening(00:05:17) Pluto in Scorpio: A Generation Born for Soul-Level Healing and Trauma Transformation(00:07:54) Understanding the Soul’s Journey: How Evolutionary Astrology Reveals Our Karmic Contracts and Life Lessons(00:11:42) The North and South Nodes in Astrology: Gateways to Our Past Lives and Soul Evolution(00:14:07) Cosmic Turning Point: How the Saturn-Pluto Conjunction Heralded the COVID Era(00:17:28) From Liberal to Conservative: How the Pandemic Reshaped Social and Cultural Beliefs(00:25:58) Echoes of Orwell: Pandemic Propaganda, Energetic Influence, and the Power of Repetition(00:32:43) Pluto in Aquarius: The Astrological Blueprint Behind AI, Social Shifts, and the Transhumanist Agenda(00:38:48) Artificial Intelligence, Real Disconnection: The Hidden Toll on Human Creativity and Consciousness(00:43:23) Raising Kids in a Digital World: Reclaiming Childhood from Screens and Reviving Creativity Through Real-Life Exploration(00:49:22) Awakening the Body: How to Recognize Somatic Signs, Heal Dissociation, and Build Stronger Relationships(00:56:11) How to Connect with Laura Matsue and Her OfferingsConnect with Laura Matsue:WebsiteInstagramConnect with Eyla Cuenca: Website InstagramYouTubeConnect with Born To Know:InstagramWebsiteApple PodcastsSpotifyBorn To Know is created by:Host & Executive Producer: Eyla CuencaPost-Producer & Editor: Victoria Rondón Graphic & Website Designer: Turbo RainbowWant to dive deeper into the world of birth? Join the Uncovering Birth FamilySubscribe to Eyla Cuenca’s YouTube channel for all future Born to Know episodes.

In this powerful episode of Born to Know, I speak with world-renowned facial plastic surgeon Dr. Cameron Chesnut, MD, FAAD, FACMS, FASDS, MDS—celebrated globally for his  astonishing outcomes from minimally invasive procedures that leave his patients looking natural, rejuvenated, and seemingly untouched. He is renowned for his progressive use of regenerative medicine and postoperative recovery techniques, as well as his dedicated personal preparation for performance readiness. Known for his advanced holistic rejuvenation techniques, Dr. Chesnut merges science, art, and energetic healing to redefine beauty from the inside out.We dive into the real meaning of beauty—beyond Botox, fillers, and surgical trends. From the long-term effects of facial injections and social media beauty standards to the role of fascia, posture, and hormonal balance in aging, this conversation uncovers how to achieve youthful skin naturally and restore confidence without relying on invasive procedures.Dr. Chesnut shares his philosophy of conscious cosmetic transformation, how emotional expression impacts relationships, and why many procedures accelerate aging instead of reversing it. You’ll learn how to support graceful aging through anti-aging lifestyle shifts, energetic alignment, and truly informed consent.Whether you’ve had cosmetic work, are considering it, or want to age with more self-trust and vitality, this episode offers a new blueprint for natural beauty, skin health, and holistic self-renewal.Chapters:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:01:16) From Inspiration to Innovation: Dr. Cameron Chesnut on Choosing Cosmetic Surgery and the Balance Between Rejuvenation and Transformation(00:06:28) What daily steps can people take to be proactive in their aging physical process(00:08:20) The Energy of Youth: Reconciling Cognitive Dissonance for Radiant Aging(00:12:53) Frozen Signals: How Botox and Expression-Suppressing Procedures Impact Relationship Dynamics(00:17:01) Filtered Faces: How Social Media's Beauty Ideals Drive Young Women to Early Cosmetic Intervention(00:24:30) The Psychology of Beauty: How Cosmetic Transformations Are Shaping the Teenage Mind(00:30:13) Beauty with Consequences: The Lifelong Implications of Cosmetic Procedures and the Need for True Informed Consent(00:32:31) The Problem with Perfection: How Dr. Chesnut Counters Unrealistic Beauty Trends with Subtle, Natural Results(00:35:08) Structural Beauty: Understanding Fascia’s Role in the Science of Rejuvenation(00:38:49) The Face Reflects the Body: Reversing Wrinkles Through Posture and Lifestyle Shifts(00:44:37) The Age Accelerator: Understanding Cortisol’s Role in Aging and How to Fight Back(00:47:46) Dr. Cameron Chesnut’s Approach to Cosmetic Rejuvenation for Patients Facing Hormonal Aging(00:49:54) Buccal Fat Reduction: The Trend and Its Long-Term Effects on Facial Aging(00:52:26) Restoring Confidence: Dr. Chesnut’s Work in Reversing Failed Cosmetic ProceduresConnect with Dr. Cameron Chesnut:WebsiteInstagramConnect with Eyla Cuenca: Website Eyla’s InstagramYouTubeConnect with Born To Know:InstagramWebsiteApple PodcastsSpotifyBorn To Know is created by:Host & Executive Producer: Eyla CuencaPost-Producer & Editor: Victoria Rondón Graphic & Website Designer: Turbo RainbowWant to dive deeper into the world of birth? Join the Uncovering Birth FamilySubscribe to Eyla Cuenca’s YouTube channel for all future Born to Know episodes.

In this episode, I’m speaking with author, entrepreneur, and polymath Sir Robert Edward Grant. We discuss how life unfolds through patterns, not coincidence, and how your early experiences shape the story your reality tells.Our conversation was wide-ranging, including everything from the unlikely mathematics of coincidence, how to support your kids’ somatic awareness, and the surprising role of acceptance in manifestation. You’ll walk away with fresh insight into how to break free from the disempowering patterns you can’t seem to shake, reconnect with your emotional intelligence, and begin to consciously shape your reality. Whether you’re navigating man-woman dynamics, craving deeper authenticity and self-trust, or curious about the pitfalls you should avoid if you want to raise sovereign and attuned kids, Robert’s rare synthesis of science, math, and mysticism opens new doorways to inner and outer transformation.Chapters:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:01:20) Life Runs on Patterns: From Conception to Birth(00:02:51) Is Anything Truly Random? Finding the Extraordinary in the Ordinary(00:07:28) Blinded by the System: How Society Disconnects Us from Life’s Patterns(00:11:03) Seeing the Unseen: How Robert Edward Grant Discovered Life’s Patterns Through Art and Music(00:14:05) When We Recognize Our Oneness, Everything Changes(00:16:00) The Feminine Illusion: Why Sensitivity in Men Doesn’t Always Inspire Confidence(00:18:02) The Balanced Man: Why Embracing Both Strength and Sensitivity Matters(00:20:55) When Boys Aren’t Initiated: Helping Young Men Navigate Masculine and Feminine Balance(00:23:57) Feel It to Heal It: How Childhood Body Awareness Leads to Balanced Adulthood(00:27:30) Raising Free Thinkers: How to Stop People-Pleasing and Teach Kids to Do the Same(00:29:04) The Cost of Silence: How Emotional Suppression Impacts Mental Health and Relationships(00:31:37) Releasing the Invisible Barriers: How to Free Yourself from Unconscious Blocks to Manifest Your Desires(00:34:08) The Power of Acceptance: Letting Go of Resistance to Manifest Your Desires(00:37:23) Why Robert Grant Rejects Vision Boards and What Truly Works to Manifest Your Desires(00:38:46) “Awakening is the process of realizing that what you thought was the pain of your life can turn into the purpose of your life.” Robert Edward Grant(00:43:06) Breaking Free: How to Release Family and Societal Limitations to Embrace Your True Authenticity(00:46:13) Self-Love in Action: What It Really Looks Like in Practice(00:49:39) Shifting Your Inner Dialogue: How to Reframe Negative Narratives and Create a Meaningful LifeConnect with Robert Edward Grant: Website InstagramYouTubeConnect with Eyla Cuenca: Website Eyla’s InstagramYouTubeConnect with Born To Know:InstagramWebsiteApple PodcastsSpotifyBorn To Know is created by:Host & Executive Producer: Eyla CuencaPost-Producer & Editor: Victoria Rondón Copywriter: Caty Lee Graphic & Website Designer: Turbo RainbowWant to dive deeper into the world of birth? Join the Uncovering Birth FamilySubscribe to Eyla Cuenca’s YouTube channel for all future Born to Know episodes.

What happens when women stop needing men—but still want love? In this episode of Born to Know, Eyla Cuenca speaks with Rabbi Manis Friedman about the unspoken truths about modern marriage and relationships. Rabbi Friedman, a renowned author, rabbi, and social philosopher, uncovers how the societal shift towards egalitarianism has distorted marriage, family structures, and how we raise children.You'll learn why 50/50 marriages might be setting couples up for failure and how societal pressure to be “equal” in everything can actually destroy the unique dynamics that make a marriage thrive. Rabbi Friedman reveals the natural, complementary roles of men and women in marriage, and why honoring these roles can restore deeper connection, respect, and intimacy.If you’ve ever felt like something’s missing in your relationship, or if you’re stuck in a cycle of dissatisfaction or unfulfillment in work, partnerships, or purpose, this episode is for you. Chapters:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:03:13) Marriage Pillars: Self-Dignity, Patterns, and Family Blueprints(00:05:36) How a Child's Blueprint is Shaped by Family and Relationships(00:07:23) The Dance of Life: The Roles of Men and Women in Healthy Relationships(00:12:42) Why 50/50 Relationships Lead to Unhappy Men and Women Struggling to Nurture(00:14:46) The Role of Women at Home and Work: Why They’re Set Up to Fail(00:16:05) Raising Boys to Become Mature, Thriving Men(00:17:52) How Society's Failure to Initiate Boys into Manhood Fosters Weak Men, Gangs, and Paranoia(00:20:37) Emotional and Psychological Differences Between Men and Women: What Each Needs to Feel Whole and Secure(00:25:09) How Mothering and Controlling Your Partner Emasculates Him and Destroys Romance(00:27:18) The Issues with Modern Feminism and How It Creates Hard Women(00:31:12) The True Meaning of Marriage: Why 50/50 Relationships Don’t Work(00:33:41) Why Self-Love is Narcissism and How to Teach Kids the World Doesn't Revolve Around Them(00:35:38) How Modern Isolation Fuels Narcissism and Self-Centered Behaviors(00:37:58) The True Purpose of Marriage vs. the Purpose of Life(00:43:52) How to Curb Self-Indulgence in Children Without Damaging Their ConfidenceConnect with Rabbi Manis Friedman WebsiteInstagramConnect with Eyla Cuenca: Website InstagramYouTubeConnect with Born To Know:InstagramWebsiteApple PodcastsSpotifyBorn To Know is created by:Host & Executive Producer: Eyla CuencaPost-Producer & Editor: Victoria Rondón Copywriter: Caty Lee Graphic & Website Designer: Turbo RainbowSubscribe to Eyla Cuenca’s YouTube channel for all future Born to Know episodes.

What if the very systems you’ve been told will set your child up for success are actually programming them for lifelong victimhood & dependence? In this episode, I’m talking with Dr. Tom Cowan about the deeper forces shaping parental decision-making. We dive into unschooling, natural parenting, and the socially conditioned beliefs that make parenting much harder than it needs to be. We also discuss Tom’s new book, Common Sense Child Rearing: Unconventional Wisdom for a Nourished Childhood, and why curiosity is your best ally as a parent. Tune in to learn how to decondition yourself from fear-based parenting, why forced learning backfires, and how you understand your child’s behavior while truly connecting with them. Chapters:(00:00) Start(03:45) Introduction to Dr. Tom Cowan’s work(04:01) Reframing the societal belief that parenting must be difficult(15:32) Why overcoming personal difficulties is essential for children to grow into strong individuals(20:43) Tom Cowan explains why helicopter parenting is a recipe for raising weak children(28:47) Children learn through osmosis and copying their parents' behavior(32:28) Debunking the myth that children don’t remember their birth(35:12) Why you can’t dictate the “right way” for your children to live(38:28) How to understand your child’s behavior and truly connect with them(45:24) Tom Cowan's approach to healing the parent-child divide(49:49) The impact of medical interventions during pregnancy and birth on the nuclear family(56:10) How early schooling can undermine a child’s sense of individuality(01:02:28) Why forced learning fails to produce lasting results(01:08:38) Curiosity is the best teacher(01:14:14) Understanding why your child is rebelling at schoolCheck out Tom Cowan’s new book: Commonsense Childrearing: Unconventional Wisdom for a Nourished ChildhoodConnect with Tom Cowan, MDWebsiteInstagramConnect with Eyla Cuenca: Website InstagramYouTubeConnect with Born To Know:InstagramWebsiteApple PodcastsSpotifyBorn To Know is created by: Host & Executive Producer: Eyla CuencaPost-Producer & Editor: Victoria Rondón Copywriter: Caty Lee Graphic & Website Designer: Turbo RainbowWant to dive deeper into the world of birth? Join the Uncovering Birth Family

Water is more than just H₂O—it holds memory, responds to intention, and may be deeply intertwined with consciousness itself.In this illuminating conversation, Eyla Cuenca sits down with Veda Austin, a leading author, speaker, and researcher in water crystallography, to explore water’s role as a living intelligence and its profound connection to birth, healing, and human consciousness.Veda’s work captures water’s ability to structure itself in response to energy, music, and even human thought. It begs the question: Could your relationship with water be affecting your health and emotions more than you realize? And taking that one step further, if water holds memory, then so does amniotic fluid. We dive into how water within the body reflects life’s deepest processes—including fertility, birth, pregnancy and even how water communicates ancestral memory.Chapters:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:01:45) How a tragic accident led Veda Austin to discover water’s hidden intelligence(00:16:17) The historical and sacred role of water(00:22:38) Gratitude as a path to healing both contaminated water and ourselves(00:30:38) How body fluids can offer insight into our body's inner workings(00:34:30) The effects of a vasectomy's restriction of bodily fluids on the overall system(00:35:58) Memory and its transmission from mother to child through amniotic fluid(00:56:59) Why the medical system's approach to pregnancy and childbirth is wrong(01:01:28) How water’s fluid intelligence forms a deep connection between mother and child(01:12:28) Why some young children retain memories of past livesConnect with Veda Austin:WebsiteInstagram Connect with Eyla Cuenca: Website InstagramYouTubeConnect with Born to Know:InstagramWebsiteApple PodcastsSpotifyBorn To Know is created by:Host & Executive Producer: Eyla CuencaPost-Producer & Editor: Victoria Rondón Copywriter: Caty Lee Graphic & Website Designer: Turbo RainbowWant to dive deeper into the world of birth? Join the Uncovering Birth Family

Many of us are taught we need to live with disease and simply pop a pill to manage symptoms—but what if there’s another way? In this enlightening conversation, Dr. Melissa Sell dives deep into the world of German New Medicine (GNM) and explains how it shifts the paradigm of health from the external to the internal world. We explore the profound impact that emotional and traumatic conflicts have on the body — ultimately leading to physical symptoms, chronic disease, and supposedly incurable illnesses like cancer. Dr. Sell, a leading pioneer in the field of GNM, reflects on her own evolution from holistic health expert to GNM practitioner. We discuss how holistic health measures like clean eating and detoxifying the home often overlook the underlying cause of an issue — which lies beneath the surface in the subconscious, or even preconscious, mind. Dr. Sell sheds light on how our bodies adapt to conflict and how those adaptations manifest in pregnancy, birth, and childhood. You’ll discover that the root cause of illness goes much deeper than you may expect. Chapters:(00:00) Introduction(02:03) Understanding The Deeper Roots Of Illness(02:23) Dr. Sell’s Journey To German New Medicine(10:33) Viewing The External World As The Enemy(14:03) Holistic Measures Aren’t The Ultimate Solution: Learning A Different Way(18:33) Where Faith Meets Medicine: The Power Of Listening & Surrendering(21:23) Cancer Is Not A Punishment: Making An Allegiance With Cancer(31:13) Generational Adaptations: Passing Down Programs From Parents To Children(44:38) Self-Betrayal In Birth: Symptoms Stemming From Pregnancy & Birth(53:58) Violent Acts Against Babies Disguised As Treatments(1:00:24) What Is “Preeclampsia”?(1:06:03) The Initiation Into Motherhood(1:12:59) Considering Artificial Conception & Surrogacy (1:19:18) The Power of Acknowledging Past Trauma(1:23:18) Initiating Your Journey Into German New MedicineConnect with Dr. Melissa Sell:WebsiteInstagramHealing STDs Masterclass Use discount code: EYLAConnect with Eyla Cuenca: Website InstagramYouTubeFollow Born to Know:InstagramWebsiteApple PodcastSpotifyBorn To Know is created by:Host & Executive Producer: Eyla CuencaPost-Producer & Editor: Victoria Rondón Copywriter: Caty Lee Graphic & Website Designer: Turbo Rainbow

Why do so many of us repeat the same patterns in relationships, career, and personal growth—feeling stuck, unfulfilled, or triggered? In today’s episode, Ehsun Anwar shares his incredible journey of transformation, beginning with deep suffering and evolving into profound self-awareness. Through his own healing, Ehsun has guided thousands of individuals and couples to recognize and disrupt the subconscious patterns keeping them trapped in unhappiness.We dive deep into the father wound, exploring how early experiences of criticism, neglect, or emotional absence leave lasting imprints on our identity, behavior, and relationships. Ehsun also challenges modern perspectives on narcissism, shedding light on how it’s both misunderstood and deeply rooted in survival mechanisms passed down through generations.More About This Episode:(00:00:00) Introduction & The Problem with Modern Perspectives on Narcissism(00:10:15) Breaking Free from Emotional Patterns & Trauma Responses(00:18:30) How Narcissism Can Be Misunderstood: From Survival to Healing(00:26:12) The Role of Breathwork & Body Mapping in Emotional Healing(00:34:18) Victim Consciousness: Why It Feels Safe & How to Let It Go(00:43:07) The Importance of Boundaries in Healing Relationships(00:50:32) Cultivating Inner Peace & Releasing the Pain of the Past(00:58:54) Macro vs. Micro Perspectives on Narcissism & Planetary Healing(01:00:52) Final Thoughts & Where to Find EhsunConnect with Ehsun Anwar:Website:YouTubeInstagramConnect with Eyla Cuenca: Website InstagramYouTubeFollow Born to Know:InstagramWebsiteApple PodcastSpotifyBorn To Know is created by:Host & Executive Producer: Eyla CuencaPost-Producer & Editor: Victoria Rondón Copywriter: Caty Lee Graphic & Website Designer: Turbo Rainbow

Bring ease to your conception, pregnancy, & birth journey with Eyla’s carefully chosen & personally tested Lotus Wei products and exclusive bundles.Katie Hess is a flower essence expert and founder of Lotus Wei.In this episode, you're going to learn how flower essences can address emotional and physical imbalances, why the mother’s healing journey can transform her entire family, how subtle fears influence everyday decisions and ways to unravel them, how plants connect with humans through unseen energy exchanges, and practical steps to identify the flowers or plants that can best support your well-being.Katie Hess is an expert in flower alchemy - using the healing power of flowers to awaken our true potential. She travels in search of rare flowers with the healing qualities most needed today, from the forests of British Columbia to sacred sites in India, rainforests in Costa Rica, hot springs in Iceland and the jungles of Taiwan. Katie captures the activating life-force potential of flowers and translates it into an accessible method to bring more happiness into our daily lives. One of the most sustainable forms of natural medicine, flower remedies are known for their short-term benefits like clarity, focus and sleep, with long-term benefits of rapid personal growth.Having gathered empirical research from thousands of private clients, Katie created a flower essence library with over 150 elixirs now used by people in more than 50 countries.Rough Timestamps:[03:21] How Katie discovered flower essences[06:15] The world’s openness to natural healing now[09:13] Benefits of radiant energy flower essence[10:16] Physical, emotional, and spiritual impacts of plants[12:17] Preventing ailments with regular flower essence use[13:43] Katie’s personal back pain story[15:07] How flower essences stabilize and energize[16:15] Mothers’ healing transforming family dynamics[20:22] How flowers interact with human energy[23:20] The role of crystals in amplifying plant energy[26:18] Tips for connecting with the plant world[29:14] How flowers appear where they’re most needed[32:37] Katie’s thoughts on the secret life of plants[34:02] Cleve Baxter’s plant experiments[36:51] Building relationships with plants in urban spaces[40:05] Understanding aversion to certain flowers[42:16] Flower essences for transition and grief[45:19] Addressing PTSD and stored trauma[48:25] Working with subtle fears through flower essences[51:28] Recognizing and unbraiding emotional roots[54:20] Shaping life paths by releasing stuck fearsFind more Lotus Wei on their Instagram, Facebook and YouTube.Resources Mentioned:The Secret Life of Plants by Peter Tompkins and Christopher Bird | Book or AudiobookLotus Wei Fertility Bundle | WebsiteLotus Wei Pregnancy Bundle | WebsiteLotus Wei Miscarriage Bundle | WebsiteLotus Wei Birth Bundle | WebsiteLotus Wei Postpartum Bundle | WebsiteLotus Wei Healer + Birthworker Bundle | WebsiteConnect with Eyla through the Uncovering Birth Website and her Instagram.

Dawn and Elyssa are Co-creatrixes of All Connected Agency, where we provide High potency marketing for high vibe sales, branding and websites for disruptive thought leaders and visionary wellness brands.In this episode, you're going to learn how Dawn and Elyssa turned career setbacks into opportunities to create a thriving agency, the importance of building a business that aligns with your energy and values, why simplifying your marketing can lead to better results, how to stop comparing yourself to others in your industry, and why nervous system alignment is key to sustainable business growth.Hi I'm Dawn!I’m a conversion copy chief, growth consultant, and funnel strategist with years of experience writing for iconic brands and humans – including Chanti Zak, Copyhackers, and Interact Quiz Builder. I’m passionate about nervous system recalibration, nerding out on analytics, and mentoring the next generation of copywriters as they master their skills. I spend my free time practicing yoga, climbing rocks, reading fantasy novels, and dreaming about regenerative farming. 5-year plan?! Yep! I’ve got one of those! And it includes buying a sprinter van, outfitting it into a tiny home, and driving to San Cristobal.Hi I'm Elyssa!Pronounced "uh-leesa". I'm a conversion copywriter, brand voice & research expert, film aficionado, and earthy word nerd. With a masters in screenwriting from UCLA, a BA from Harvard, and nearly 10 years as an energy healer— I'm a bit of a mystic, a scholar, and a creative type all rolled into one. Which means I bring strategy, artistry, & intuition to bear when I create conversion-optimized copy, launches, funnels, + sites for incredible entrepreneurs like you.I've written launches for best-selling authors, Hay House Writers, influencers & cutting-edge ecommerce wellness brands, content for an award-winning supplement company, ad copy for just about every industry under the sun, emails for self publishing imprints, and countless quizzes alongside Chanti Zak + Dawn Petrin. I'm into meditation, movies, kindness, and tea 🍵Together Dawn and Elyssa are also the cohosts of the Softpreneur podcast, yogi-fairy farmers in the making, growth marketers, branding and website experts, launch strategists, noses stuck in fantasy romance novels (and sometimes stuck up in the air with film snobbery, low-key tho, rom-coms and b-movies have our hearts toooo).Timestamps:[04:13] The origin of All Connected Agency[06:19] Why spirit-first marketing matters[08:31] Challenges of early entrepreneurship[10:56] Balancing quality with online growth[12:46] Falling back in love with your business[14:45] Moving beyond the girl boss mindset[17:19] Shifting goals to align with personal values[19:43] Simplifying marketing strategies[22:29] The role of comparison in business[24:30] Why knowing your field is important[26:46] Expanding through creative inspiration[28:58] Leaning into authentic marketing[31:14] Steps to move from consumerism to creation[33:21] The value of business accountability[36:23] Creating with heart versus strategy[39:43] Navigating ups and downs in business[41:04] Titration for sustainable growthFind and follow @allconnected.agency, @dawn_petrin and @elyssajakim on Instagram!Resources Mentioned:Softpreneur Podcast | Spotify or AppleConnect with Eyla through the Uncovering Birth Website and her Instagram.

Explore the power of Primal Movement and learn how it impacts birth and pregnancy in Eyla and Bam’s online course.Bam Lionheart is a movement expert and founder of Primal Movement.In this episode, you're going to learn how movement can alleviate chronic pain and stiffness, the importance of natural resting positions like squatting, how childhood habits influence adult movement and posture, practical tips to improve your work and rest environments for better alignment, and why movement is essential for overall health and vitality.Bam is a movement enthusiast, coach, and founder of Primal Movement. His teaching focuses on mastering human movement and the fundamental movements that all humans naturally do. He has been coaching for 10 years extracting his knowledge from world experience as a mixed martial artist, 911 EMT first responder, endurance running and swimming, weightlifting, surfing, dancing and more. Through his teaching, many clients experience massive pain reduction, a deeper connection with their bodies, and a refinement of their kinesthetic awareness. He believes everyone can heal and live a pain-free life by disrupting the status quo of how they move and relearning our human instinctual, natural movement patterns.  Timestamps:[03:00] Why chronic pain is not a natural part of aging[05:57] Similar patterns in different movement practices[07:15] Why children are instinctual movers[08:18] How modern conditioning limits natural movement[09:28] Why sedentary lifestyles harm the body[10:49] Movement as a fundamental part of human life[12:46] The importance of kinesthetic intelligence[14:27] How disconnection from the body leads to chronic pain[16:23] How childhood conditioning disrupts body awareness[17:53] Breakthroughs from reconnecting with natural movement[19:16] Common issues like back pain and knee pain explained[20:56] Why body alignment impacts chronic tension[22:32] The body’s signals and why we often ignore them[24:00] Misuse of the body and preventable chronic injuries[25:05] Benefits of natural movement in daily life[26:32] Active resting and its importance for alignment[27:26] Why squatting is a natural resting position[28:55] Resistance to natural movement patterns[30:28] Squatting as the healthiest position for bowel movements[32:13] Reclaiming natural positions despite discomfort[33:19] How dietary shifts compare to movement changes[34:45] Why discomfort can signal progress in movement[36:13] How childhood shame impacts physical expression[37:43] Viewing diagnoses as invitations to change[39:30] The body’s ability to adapt and heal over time[41:08] Questioning diagnoses and reclaiming mobility[42:56] How movement can help arthritis and chronic pain[44:06] It’s never too late to reclaim movement[45:18] Why surgery should be a last option[46:18] Exhausting holistic options before considering surgery[48:15] The risks of using surgery for chronic pain[49:30] The body’s natural ability to heal itself[50:38] Passing down beliefs about movement to children[52:05] How primal movement impacts emotional health[53:09] Small changes in daily movement that make a difference[54:50] Why daily movement matters more than gym routines[55:15] Improving work environments for better posture[56:47] Resting positions that support alignment and strength[58:19] How small adjustments up level fitness resultsBook a FREE 1:1 Assessment with BAM or take his FREE Introductory Course on Primal Movement.If this work is something that interests you, get certified as a Primal Movement Coach.Connect with BAM on Instagram.Connect with Eyla through the Uncovering Birth Website and her Instagram.Want to learn about Family Constellations? Try our Systemic Facilitator and Family Constellations Training Program. By listening to this podcast, listeners get 10% off using code: EYLA10

Dive deeper into preparing for birth, navigating the system and becoming fully prepared for an empowered postpartum & parenting journey. Your peaceful pregnancy begins here.Dr. Stuart J. Fischbein is a community-based obstetrician with decades of experience attending births. His current focus is on teaching breech and twin birth skills.In this episode, you're going to learn about the six high-risk interventions commonly used on pregnant women that have never been tested or proven to be safe, why modern hospital birth models have worse outcomes than those of 50 years ago, the cascade of medical interventions that leads to unnecessary C-sections, why many birth complications are caused by the hospital environment itself and how women can make more empowered choices to avoid unnecessary medical interventions during childbirth.Stuart J. Fischbein, MD, is a community-based obstetrician and an Associate of the American College of Obstetrics & Gynecology, published author of the book “Fearless Pregnancy, Wisdom & Reassurance from a Doctor, A Midwife and A Mom” and peer-reviewed papers: Homebirth with an Obstetrician, A Series of 135 Out of Hospital Births and Breech birth at home: outcomes of 60 breech and 109 cephalic planned home and birth center births. After completing his residency at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles, Dr. Stu spent 24 years assisting women with hospital birthing and for the last 13 years has been a home birth obstetrician who works directly with midwives. Since retiring from attending home births in 2022, Dr. Stu has turned his focus to travelling around the world as a lecturer and advocate for reteaching breech & twin birth skills, respect for the normalcy of birth and honouring informed consent. He hosts a weekly podcast with co-host Blyss Young and together they offer hope, reassurance and safe, honest evidence-supported choices for those women who understand pregnancy is a normal bodily function not to be feared.Timestamps:[03:29] Dr. Stu’s experience with hospital and home births[08:25] Common medical interventions and their risks[13:19] Differences between home birth and hospital birth environments[17:07] How interventions lead to unnecessary C-sections[22:24] Importance of partner support during labour[31:28] Vaccine safety concerns during pregnancy[38:40] Breech birth misconceptions and why they are labelled high-risk[47:14] How doctors' fear affects birthing choices and outcomesConfused about medical information or hearing advice that just doesn’t sit well with your intuition? Work with Dr. Stu! You can also follow Dr. Stu on Instagram.Resources Mentioned:Reteach Breech Training with Dr. Stu | WebsiteHome Birth Peer Reviewed Study by Dr. Stu | ArticleBirthing Instincts Podcast | Website or Spotify or AppleConnect with Eyla through the Uncovering Birth Website and her Instagram.