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Ideas, inspiration, and guidance to take courageous action towards a life well-lived. Combining our expertise in art and science, we help you integrate body, mind, and spirit to empower your personal and professional growth. Join us for weekly conversations, cutting-edge research, personal stories, and a solid dose of laughter. Hosted by: Lea Durante, NP & Adriana Baer, MFA
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Send us a text This week, we have some news from FromYour Center 🎙️ We’re excited to share new offerings for 2024 🎉 Lea is launching her Integration Experience to help women optimize their mental health and step into vibrant energy with her innovative & simple 4-step process for brain change to finally ditch stress, anxiety, burnout and exhaustion …
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Send us a text Some of the most cliched, tossed around words today are: “Personal Growth" and "Professional Development.” In becoming buzzwords, they lose their ability to help us or effectively elicit change. Our brains need a refresh and rebrand. Tune in learn why it’s time to: - Ditch the butterfly analogy and embrace the DRAGONFLY metamorphosis…
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Send us a text Have you heard of Human Design? Are you using your chart to understand and work with your energy for greater impact and alignment? Do you know your type and response strategy? Join our conversation with Amy Clemente, Human Design Expert to understand more about this unique framework and lens to discover the mechanics of your nature a…
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Send us a text 90% of New Year’s resolutions fail. Even 90% of patients fail to implement doctor’s recommendations. The good news: it’s not our fault. The popular model for change we’re all operating from is broken and doesn’t work. BUT there’s a new model. Listen in to learn the EFFECTIVE model for change that you can use to find success in any li…
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Send us a text Do you struggle with anxiety, stress, anger or fear? We’re sharing a super easy and effective way to melt away challenging emotions in a minute. Kids, teens, or adults, we can all use tapping to move energies and emotions through and out of the body. With her clients, Lea has seen this technique help: - Children when frightened to ge…
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Send us a text How can we enter challenging times and the unknown without being swallowed up? On this longest night of the year, we explore darkness: How to find your way through How to find the deep, powerful lessons it holds How to stay tethered so the hard places don’t derail your life We chat about nervous system states on this episode. For def…
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Send us a text "I'm afraid of public speaking. Help! What do I do about it?" We've got you. Listen in for some quick and concrete tools. Body Scan Tool! GET YOUR FREE RESOURCES Take Lea’s nervous system quiz: What's your Nervous System Type? 7 quick questions to discover your typical nervous system state and how to shift it. Search Adriana's public…
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Send us a text Does the subconscious really control 90% of what we think, feel and do? 🤯 And can it prevent a blind man who lost his cane from falling while walking in a cluttered hall? Answering this audience question today on the pod! Check out what your retina sees vs. the picture your subconscious presents to your conscious awareness HERE. GET …
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Send us a text Can you think of a worse criticism than being called "passive" or "weak"? In our society of doers, producers, and achievers the concept of acceptance feels foreign and a bit like giving up or backing down. But what if acceptance is actually the doorway to a powerful, honest engagement with life and the most effective place to move fr…
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Send us a text What is the science of gratitude? Can it really improve your physical health, longevity and mood? How can you practice the art of noticing and appreciating? Headed into the Thanksgiving holiday, we explore the incredible mental, emotional, and physical health benefits of gratitude and HOW we actually incorporate this practice into da…
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Send us a text What is Neuroplasticity? We're hearing about it everywhere. Our brains can change! We can rewire our brains! Lea explains it all. GET YOUR FREE RESOURCES Take Lea’s nervous system quiz: What's your Nervous System Type? 7 quick questions to discover your typical nervous system state and how to shift it. Search Adriana's public speakin…
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Send us a text The Life-Work tug of war is constant. You are never just one title, identity or role; personal or professional. So how the heck do you actually create a life that honors and holds all the hyphens, titles, passion projects and hats you love wearing? This week we engage that tension. We brainstorm and troubleshoot the particular stress…
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Send us a text What’s the secret to change? Lea pops in with a quick reflection on our new title and how finding, expanding and operating from your integrated center: body-mind and spirit is the key to change personally and professionally. Evolution and growth toward a full, vibrant, expansive, joyful and impactful life is rooted in your wisdom wit…
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Send us a text Let’s be honest… we’ve ALL tried to change and failed. But what if the problem isn’t you? We’ve all attempted the new year’s resolution or shot for a professional goal at work and… the vast majority of us missed the mark. We feel trapped by circumstances, obligations, and beliefs that we can’t actually do more or be more. We’ve learn…
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Send us a text When Adriana was young, she discovered that through theater, she could communicate inner emotions outwardly and move an audience. She then became fascinated with the art movement Expressionism which externalizes internal ideas to evoke change. As a director and coach, she helps people reveal authentic self-expression by starting from…
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Send us a text Did you see that? New name, new season! Welcome to From Your Center! We’re celebrating 50 episodes, downloads on every continent, and so much gratitude for YOU, our listeners! We’re sharing: why the name changed what we’ve learned this past year and the surprising, unifying truth from our different perspectives in art and science Can…
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Send us a text Are you ready for real change? We've got you! Welcome to From Your Center: Ideas, inspiration, and guidance to take courageous action towards a life well-lived. Combining our expertise in art and science, we help you integrate body, mind, and spirit to empower your personal and professional growth. Join us for weekly conversations, c…
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Send us a text We know the things we need to do to feel good like eating healthy and moving our bodies... and yet we struggle to actually do them. In today’s episode we reveal of how to close this gap from knowing to doing by: understanding the power of the subconscious mind naming the “great lie” of the health & wellness industry discovering hidde…
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Send us a text Q&A Time! How does dopamine affect our habits? Lea gives us an updated definition of dopamine and how it impacts our brains, moods, motivations and our habits. We began this conversation in our two part series about how the algorithm of social media affects our brain chemistry. Catch -up or re-listen to those full episodes here: Is S…
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Send us a text Feeling drained by the never ending “to-do” list and all the giving you do? Of course you are. We are ALL feeling depleted after these last few wild years. Burnout remains a constant conversation topic, so we’re sharing how to shift and expand so you can show up to this life from a place of fullness, aliveness, and vibrant energy. Jo…
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Send us a text We’ve neglected the topic of "spirit." We’re afraid to offend, to disagree or be at odds with others so we just don’t talk about it…. But it’s the piece that makes us feel alive and connected. And the piece that has the power to transport and transform, to change every cell in our body and make our work pop. Join us for a conversatio…
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Send us a text Fears. We all got’em. This week we go into that dark, scary, uncomfortable place and figure out how to navigate with curiosity and courage to survive with a bit more ease. Listen in for: –nervous system mapping IRL –how to pull on threads to untangle your fears –why stepping into the unknown is the key for real connection Thanks alwa…
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Send us a text Adriana shares a vulnerable story of an intense panic attack and the embodied fear, freak out, and shut down that accompanied it. Lea coaches her to understand: –the physiologic process of fear –her unique nervous system –how map ventral, sympathetic & dorsal states to empower more agency This week we’re doing things a little bit dif…
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Send us a text Welcome to Part 2 of our conversation about social media and AI. We explore the personal and emotional side of these social platforms, and grapple with big questions, the unknowns, and the rapid pace at which technology with human-like intelligence is headed into our world. Let’s be intentional, aware, and talk about all these change…
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Send us a text You are likely reading this on your phone... Have you ever stopped to ask: how much do I really want to scroll? how am I engaging with the computers and phones of modern life? Join us as we create space to ask questions about mental health, productivity, the effects on the younger generation, and how being constantly connected actual…
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Send us a text Have you ever stood in the shower and listened to the constant commentary going on in your mind? Becoming aware of and learning to cultivate your inner voice to guide and support you rather than ridicule, criticize, and tear you down is essential to live and work well... yet we never talk about it. Transforming this inner dialogue an…
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Send us a text So often our world perpetuates a notion that courage is the big moments of running into a burning building or fighting off the bad guys … but what if it’s not all about bravado? What if courage is actually moment to moment decisions throughout the day to step into the unknown and toward your deepest desire? We discuss the essential s…
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Send us a text What's the key ingredient (that SO many of us skip) when setting out to create change in our lives or get new results? Whether it’s a personal goal, health goal or professional goal, taking time to articulate your vision and identify what’s really important to you is the essential first step. We discuss how to ignite the power of you…
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Send us a text Change is hard enough when you're trying to shift something you don't like….but what’s it like to love something, to really have your heart in it, and leave it anyway. We talk about what it's like to achieve excellence AND be quitter. We explore how to discover when a professional space is restricting your growth. And how to get clea…
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Send us a text We dive into the art and science of taking up space, filling the room with our energy, and speaking with confidence. Whether it’s an actual stage, the boardroom, or the bedroom for a 1 on 1 conversation with a partner, speaking authentically brings up jitters and nerves for us all. Lea shares the evolutionary basis of our nervous sys…
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Send us a text We tackle a myth that derails and discourages so many of our clients. In our fast-paced, instant gratification society, this myth is as pervasive in the entrepreneurial world as it is in the health and wellness space. Being sold the idea that there is “overnight success” or a “magic pill” to instantaneously arrive creates so much fru…
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Send us a text We welcome Dr. Jack Lam, Anesthesiologist and Pain Medicine Physician to discuss the hope he sees in the future of medicine. We continue our conversation about the US healthcare system, its challenges and the complications of excessive opioid use as well as new solutions on the horizon. Dr. Jack’s shares about his clinical practice, …
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Send us a text Let's explore sleep (rebroadcast!). The ways we sabotage it, and the ongoing battle & stories, thoughts, and beliefs about deserving rest and grabbing back “me-time” at the expense of sleep each night. We dive into the science and physiology of what is happening in our brains & bodies when we sleep and why it is so vital to health. A…
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Send us a text We welcome Judy Heft Financial Concierge for a practical conversation about money and normalizing financial literacy. We chat financial life planning across the decades of life and what to pay attention to in the 20s-30s, midlife and beyond. Judy invites us to consider running our homes and family finances like a small business and h…
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Send us a text We continue our conversation about financial wellness by interviewing Georgia Lee Hussey, who is CEO and founder of Modernist Financial, a B Corp Wealth Management Firm, to the podcast. Adriana began this series talking about how abundance and authenticity are intricately linked. In our last episode, Lea shared how understanding the …
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Send us a text Our brains are always changing and creating new neural pathways. We get curious about the exploding science of how to shape our subconscious. Lea explains how finances and money interact and influence our physical and mental health. Lea shares how cultural messages, historical narratives, and stories ingrained in our subconscious min…
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Send us a text We get curious about authenticity and how confidently using your voice allows for greater connection, clearer communication, and bigger impact. With her 20+ years as a director in theater arts, Adriana shares her findings that great art and influence comes by stepping into abundance, dispelling the myth that one must be a “starving a…
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Send us a text We welcome Laurie Callen, Medical Educator at New York Institute of Technology, College of Osteopathic Medicine and published author. She helps us synthesize some of the conversations we’ve had on recent episodes about the U.S. Healthcare System. Our conversation focuses on what we can do. Laurie helps adult learners and medical prof…
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Send us a text We journey through the challenges of the U.S. healthcare system by hearing the personal experience of Kirstin Bolt, an autoimmune warrior determined to discover healing, wholeness, and root cause understanding. Kirstin shares what it’s like to have the diagnoses and prescriptions piled on without an explanation….until she said, "No m…
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Send us a text We explore energetic health, intuition, and tapping into one’s heart center with Reiki Master Teacher Ellen Toscano. Ellen shares the unfolding of her journey to Reiki and models the path of continuous personal and spiritual growth. Tune in for an enlightening conversation about reconnecting with self, deep listening, and trusting yo…
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Send us a text Certified Life & Fertility Coach Abbe Feder shares her personal experience with infertility and her professional insights as she now coaches and holds the hands & hearts of others going through an infertility journey. 1 in 8 couples struggle to conceive and 1 in 4 pregnancies end in miscarriage. This is A LOT of women. We create spac…
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Send us a text We are joined by Anna Petras, Nurse Practitioner & Holistic Health Consultant as we explore the Endocrine System, Women’s Hormones, and Perimenopause. Grab your notebooks. Anna provides a fantastic overview of what hormones are, how imbalance manifests as brain fog, fatigue & menstrual irregularities, and the rarely discussed phenome…
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Send us a text Lea pulls back the veil on the U.S. Healthcare System. She shares some shocking revelations from 10 years in the trenches and behind closed exam rooms as a family medicine nurse practitioner. We take on the pharmaceutical industry, electronic health records, the insurance industry, and question the lack of adoption of current scienti…
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Send us a text Happy New Year! Here’s a quick overview of what’s coming up for the next few months: interviews & series galore! Please reach out with show ideas for us - we love hearing from you. xo, Adriana & Lea GET YOUR FREE RESOURCES Take Lea’s nervous system quiz: What's your Nervous System Type? 7 quick questions to discover your typical nerv…
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Send us a text Noticed the sales pitch from every gym, supplement company and legging brand promising a “NEW YOU” in 2023? This marketing & messaging has been driving Adriana & Lea crazy for years and so today on the podcast we tear down this idea that you are so utterly wrong you MUST buy some new product or service & throw out that “old 2022 vers…
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Send us a text It's Winter Solstice in the Northern Hemisphere– meaning this day has the shortest amount of daylight and the longest night for the entire year. To explore themes of darkness & light, the rhythms of nature, spiritual discernment & inner wisdom we are honored to welcome Annalee Joanne. Annalee is a certified Intuitive Healer, Metaphys…
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Send us a text Jesus & Buddha walk into a bar... We share personal stories of our religious and spiritual beliefs, we learn new things about each other, and find there are parts of ourselves and our experiences that aren’t typically discussed unless explicitly asked. We confirm the questioning & curiosity that guide this podcast. Wondering about th…
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Send us a text Ringleader of Good Enough Moms, Sara Moon, helps us kick off the holiday season by helping all of us take permission to delegate, chill, and “break up with perfectionism.” Sara lives in Denver, CO with her two teenage daughters, husband, dad, and 3 dogs. Her passion is coaching moms to demand help & delegate. We explore the pressures…
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Send us a text As we head into the last month of the year and all the busy-ness that is December, we create space to pause, reflect, and explore how do we look back and assess our progress over the last year? We wrestle with defining markers of success; those that are internally created from our values vs traditional external markers like money & m…
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Send us a text We explore the evidence for diverse health benefits of a gratitude practice and how noticing glimmers in our bodies can shift our nervous system states. #yayscience We share personal moments & stories that profoundly shaped us. We get curious about how to notice, witness, and appreciate in a more expanded and embodied way. As we head…
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