Are you or your clients feeling stuck and unable to make progress in life? There's a good chance that this is a trauma response to a past experience. This insightful podcast, hosted by Ani and Brian, dives into the four F's of trauma: Fight, Flight, Freeze, and Fawn. These responses can manifest in various ways, from anger and blame to avoidance and people-pleasing. Ani and Brian shed light on how these behaviors can sabotage people's efforts to create a positive change. They share how to identify the dominant response and explore how coaches can help design healthier coping mechanisms. Emphasizing the importance of trauma-sensitive approaches, they underscore how understanding and working with these responses can facilitate personal transformation and growth, offering a nuanced perspective on coaching and navigating life's challenges. Join Ani and Brian as they unpack the science behind these trauma responses and empower you to move beyond them towards a brighter future.

Meditation is more than just sitting quietly; it's a profound practice that enhances mental clarity and emotional stability, often hindered by common misconceptions. In this episode, Ani Anderson and Brian Trzaskos tackle the most prevalent myths surrounding meditation, such as the necessity of a silent mind and the challenges of traditional meditation techniques. Ani and Brian delve into alternative approaches, including the benefits of movement meditation and the effectiveness of guided practices. They provide insightful strategies to transform meditation into a powerful tool for personal growth and inner peace. Tune in with Ani and Brian as they guide you through enhancing your meditation practice, equipping you with practical tips and somatic skills to navigate your mindfulness journey with ease.

Tune into our latest podcast episode where we explore the essence of centered leadership and its profound impact on today's organizational dynamics. We dive deep into a recent study by Bain & Company, revealing 33 distinctive traits that characterize inspiring leaders across various sectors. Each trait is broken down into four comprehensive quadrants that encapsulate the core abilities every effective leader should cultivate. This episode is rich with valuable lessons, offering everything from engaging anecdotes to practical insights on applying these leadership traits in real-life scenarios, all centered around nurturing centeredness—the fundamental trait that underpins all others. Ideal for leaders at any level, this discussion provides actionable advice to help you refine your leadership style, enhancing both personal growth and professional success. Join Ani & Brian as they unravel the secrets to achieving sustained leadership excellence through centeredness.