Fear Unveiled: The Psychology of Projecting Anxiety

Did you know that so much of how you operate was molded into you before you were 8 years old?  Have you ever paid attention to how triggering some things are for you but they don’t bother your best friend? It’s pretty fascinating when you start to get aware of it.  Today I’m talking with Anat Peri - an inner child expert and mentor to coaches.  With 18 years of experience in developmental work, and years of study as a trauma-informed coach, Anat has beautifully combined mindset, somatic healing, and inner child re-parenting to create her unique, and massively needed, business today.In today’s episode Anat will walk us through the 5 Stages of Healing.AwarenessAcceptanceGetting to the RootReplacingIntegration & StabilizationNo matter where you are in your life, Anat shares an exercise for accessing each stage in a simple way so that you can deepen your awareness make shifts that radically improve your life.https://trainingcampforthesoul.com/https://instagram.com/anat.peri—Links & resources:Follow along for more information about me and the podcast on Instagram: @theadriennesmithCheck out the Yoga Studio: Power of Your OmLearn more about my coaching programs and offerings: Aligned Living NowThis Podcast is brought to you by Upstarter Podcast Network

In this episode, we delve deep into the fascinating world of cannabis, exploring its potential as a life-enhancing tool and shedding light on the shortcomings of the infamous "Say No to Drugs" campaign. Together we navigate through the murky waters of drug education campaigns and examine why the simplistic "Just Say No" message has proven to be ineffective and counterproductive and the new slogan “Just Say Wait” has been adopted. Nobody likes being told no, and it's high time we rethink our approach to substance education.We also explore the concept of choice and readiness in the context of cannabis consumption. Whether you're a seasoned enthusiast or just curious, we emphasize that responsible use and education are key to harnessing the plant's potential for wellness and self-discovery.Tune in to this thought-provoking episode, where we challenge the status quo, champion the power of knowledge, and advocate for a more nuanced perspective on cannabis. It's time to empower yourself and make informed choices that could potentially enhance every aspect of your life.Amanda Reiman PhD, MSW is the founder of Personal Plants, is an activist, social worker, and researcher with twenty years of experience studying the relationship between people and plants. Her experience as the Manager of Marijuana Law and Policy for the Drug Policy Alliance enabled her to make real change in how the world treats medicinal plants like cannabis. Amanda was also the first chairwoman of the Medical Cannabis Commission for the City of Berkeley and taught classes on drug use and policy at UC Berkeley for over a decade. She strives to empower, enlighten and guide others to take their cannabis journey into their own hands by spreading knowledge and access to information and inspiration.www.mypersonalplants.comInstagram @personalplantsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/amanda.reiman.5/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amanda-reiman-phd-msw/—Links & resources:Follow along for more information about me and the podcast on Instagram: @theadriennesmithCheck out the Yoga Studio: Power of Your OmLearn more about my coaching programs and offerings: Aligned Living NowThis Podcast is brought to you by Upstarter Podcast Network

In this thought-provoking podcast episode, we dive deep into the transformative power of going against the grain and embracing our unique life journeys. Join us as we explore the concept of owning the state that we are in and the remarkable progress we're working on making.I’m being interviewed in this episode and I expand into the idea of “seeing for yourself” with a lot of details about my row across the ocean, my experimentation with psychedelics and how having the last year to reflect has given me the freedom to be more creative… and just that - FREE!Vulnerability takes center stage as we discuss the importance of sharing our stories authentically. I open up about my own trials and tribulations, demonstrating how being open and honest about our experiences can be a powerful catalyst for personal growth and connection with others.But it's not just about being vulnerable with the world; it's about being light with ourselves too. We explore self-compassion and how forgiving our past mistakes can free us to be our best selves in the present.Whether you're at a crossroads in your life, yearning to make a change, or simply seeking inspiration to embrace your individuality, this episode will leave you feeling motivated and empowered to own your unique story, unapologetically pursue your goals, and find lightness in your journey.Tune in to this enriching conversation, and join us on a journey of self-discovery, resilience, and the beauty of embracing the unconventional path.Thanks to District 216 for sharing this interview with me. District 216 is a Psychedlic Social Club in Santa Barbara. A place for thinkers, creators and trailblazers. A community where Education meets entertainment in art, music, cannabis and psychedelics.If you want to see the video of this episode, you can check it out here:  https://youtu.be/TNqOQ6X87pU?si=shh4mx10UG3e8fzt—Links & resources:Follow along for more information about me and the podcast on Instagram: @theadriennesmithCheck out the Yoga Studio: Power of Your OmLearn more about my coaching programs and offerings: Aligned Living NowThis Podcast is brought to you by Upstarter Podcast Network

In this empowering episode, we delve into the power of Seeing for Yourself. Discover the art of releasing the burden of other people's projections, allowing your true self to shine. I share my learnings about everything from politics to psychedelics and signing up for quality trainings to learn new skills and how to be a better listener. Join me as we explore the power of self-discovery, self-acceptance, and the liberating journey towards authentic self-expression. It's time to let go of the weight of others' expectations and start living life on your terms in only the way YOU can.  Storytelling School PodcastAndrew Huberman Podcast about MDMA--Links & resources:Follow along for more information about me and the podcast on Instagram: @theadriennesmithCheck out the Yoga Studio: Power of Your OmLearn more about my coaching programs and offerings: Aligned Living NowThis Podcast is brought to you by Upstarter Podcast Network

I just celebrated the 12 Year Birthday of my Santa Barbara Yoga Studio, Power of Your Om. This studio was my first baby and I’ve learned so many big lessons from taking the leap to live life on my terms and want to share them with you. All of these lessons apply to both running a business and running your life/household/family. Here are my 12 tips for running a successful business, household + life.Persistence is not NaggingTexting worksEmails are for StorytellingChange is Inevitable - Don’t take it personallyHire Slowly, Fire QuicklySave the mental load - Write Sh!t downMake the Announcement, then Figure out HowThrow a lot of DartsKeep Your Vision in FocusDo it All then DelegateEveryone Wants an InvitationWork to Live, Don’t live to work--Links & resources:Follow along for more information about me and the podcast on Instagram: @theadriennesmithCheck out the Yoga Studio: Power of Your OmLearn more about my coaching programs and offerings: Aligned Living NowThis Podcast is brought to you by Upstarter Podcast Network

All of us are on a unique path, our souls are being pulled in different directions and it can be challenging at times to be in relationships with those that aren’t on the same trajectory as we are - whether it’s being an entrepreneur, a parent or anything else… how do we learn to live, communicate and be in relationship with not only ourselves but also each other in ways that are kind, compassionate and supportive when we don’t jive with the choices with everyone? In this conversation with Todd McCullough, we cover a lot of ground:finding a life partnersupporting the teams we work with being in relationship with our familieshealth and wellness tips and tricks staying on a path of growth while also being contentkeeping our mind rightelevating our spirits slaying our personal and career projects --Links & resources:Follow along for more information about me and the podcast on Instagram: @theadriennesmithCheck out the Yoga Studio: Power of Your OmLearn more about my coaching programs and offerings: Aligned Living NowThis Podcast is brought to you by Upstarter Podcast Network

What do you need to dance out or what do you need to dance for? When we were all kids, we danced, moved and wiggled to get our crazies out - and we didn’t care what anyone thought or who was watching. Dani is building a movement of connection to oneself, each other and letting go through dancing and yoga in Ventura California.In this episode you will learn:Why dancing, something that is free and accessible to all of us, is so healingHow you can use food as medicine to heal psoriasis and gut issuesHow sobriety is a super power How vulnerability and courage is essential to set boundariesDani teaches at Grassroots Yoga and offers her famous “Dance with Dani” class bi-weekly on Fridays - all in Ventura, CA.  Find her on Instagram @daniwhite82--Links & resources:Follow along for more information about me and the podcast on Instagram: @theadriennesmithCheck out the Yoga Studio: Power of Your OmLearn more about my coaching programs and offerings: Aligned Living NowThis Podcast is brought to you by Upstarter Podcast Network

We’ve all had our share of shit sandwiches handed to us. We’ve crashed to the ground more than we’d like to admit leading to days, months or years living on the floor. There are two choices - either stay on the floor or push ourselves up.As a 17 year old track star, Terra Thomas realized that for the rest of her life she would need to measure every morsel of food she put in her body because she just received the diagnosis of Type I Diabetes. Since then, Terra has used wisdom and trust to opt into her best life and have diabetes come along with her.Need a fresh perspective to that thing you are stuck on? In this episode you will learn tools to enhance your love, acceptance, connection and remove judgment. Terra shares about her relationship and perspective specifically with diabetes and unhealthy eating, parenting, divorce and ultimately self compassion and love.instagram @terrathomascoachingwebsite: terrathomas.com--Links & resources:Follow along for more information about me and the podcast on Instagram: @theadriennesmithCheck out the Yoga Studio: Power of Your OmLearn more about my coaching programs and offerings: Aligned Living NowThis Podcast is brought to you by Upstarter Podcast Network

Have you been chronically injured, sick, exhausted, aggravated? Caroline Burckle competed on the biggest stage in sports and still felt like she wasn’t good enough, had low self worth and kept pushing even though her body was literally breaking.  In this extremely candid and relatable conversation, Caroline shares about how she overcame imposter syndrome and chronic injuries to finally give her body, mind and spirit what it needed to heal. Spoiler alert…it wasn’t doing more!Carolines Bio: Caroline is an Olympic Medalist, Entrepreneur, and Artist. Born and raised in Louisville, KY,  she was competitive swimmer throughout her early life. She then took that and went to to University of Florida on a Swimming Scholarship and became an NCAA Champion before making the Beijing Olympics, where she earned a Bronze Medal. When she retired from sport, the real inner work began. She went on to get her Masters in Sport Psychology from University of Tennessee, and her Associate of Arts in Merchandise Product Development from FIDM in LA. In 2015, she and her Olympic Medalist business partner Rebecca Soni began a youth athlete mindset development program, and successfully ran that for 8 years. She currently resides in Redondo Beach, CA, where she is starting a new business, swimming, hiking, lifting weights, and exploring the depths of the mind/body experience on a daily basis.carolineburckle.cominstagram caroburckleFor more information or to sign up for Somatic Therapy or Creative Expression for Kids, head to https://www.powerofyourom.com/classschedule--Links & resources:To follow Caro: www.CarolineBurckle.com or Instagram @caroburckleFollow along for more information about me and the podcast on Instagram: @theadriennesmithCheck out the Yoga Studio: Power of Your OmLearn more about my coaching programs and offerings: Aligned Living NowThis Podcast is brought to you by Upstarter Podcast Network

What if you were in the top 5% of the world where instead of being the product of your environment, you made active choices towards optimizing your health.  What if you woke up every morning and said I’m going to live 1% better today?  What if it could be that easy?We could all optimize our lifestyle by 5% in any given day and reap a huge benefit from incremental changes.  In this episode, Optimal Wellness Coach Greg Spivak shares mind-blowing and simple tips and tools that every single one of us can implement to live a more vibrant and joyful life.  We believe it’s our human right to be happy, healthy and strong.Greg’s contact:  instagram.com/ofx_coachWebsite: gregspivakhealth.com--Links & resources:Follow along for more information about me and the podcast on Instagram: @theadriennesmithCheck out the Yoga Studio: Power of Your OmLearn more about my coaching programs and offerings: Aligned Living NowThis Podcast is brought to you by Upstarter Podcast Network