<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><?xml-stylesheet href="https://feeds.captivate.fm/style.xsl" type="text/xsl"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0" xmlns:googleplay="http://www.google.com/schemas/play-podcasts/1.0" xmlns:itunes="http://www.itunes.com/dtds/podcast-1.0.dtd" xmlns:sy="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/syndication/" xmlns:podcast="https://podcastindex.org/namespace/1.0"><channel><atom:link href="https://feeds.captivate.fm/the-detox-diaries/" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><title><![CDATA[Practical Magic]]></title><podcast:guid>a1242755-1eb6-5342-9d5b-872136098a57</podcast:guid><lastBuildDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 09:00:05 +0000</lastBuildDate><generator>Captivate.fm</generator><language><![CDATA[en]]></language><copyright><![CDATA[© 2026 Practical Magic]]></copyright><managingEditor>Nicole Guena</managingEditor><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome to Practical Magic — where we make the magical tangible and the practical magical.

I’m Nicole Guena, intuitive Human Design guide and your companion in learning how you’re actually designed to do life.

Each week, I share honest conversations and practical insight on identity, business, relationships, and the subconscious patterns shaping your world — blending Human Design with spirituality, psychology, and real life — so you can stop trying to do it the “right” way and start doing it your way.

Because your new beginning doesn’t start when everything is perfect — it starts when you decide to trust yourself.

Let’s dive in.]]></itunes:summary><image><url>https://artwork.captivate.fm/b210e0cf-d051-4da7-8f5f-6cf07f3b383c/0HHc1LH9i806kbVTtX9_ylUv.png</url><title>Practical Magic</title><link><![CDATA[http://nicoleguena.com]]></link></image><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/b210e0cf-d051-4da7-8f5f-6cf07f3b383c/0HHc1LH9i806kbVTtX9_ylUv.png"/><itunes:owner><itunes:name>Nicole Guena</itunes:name></itunes:owner><itunes:author>Nicole Guena</itunes:author><description>Welcome to Practical Magic — where we make the magical tangible and the practical magical.

I’m Nicole Guena, intuitive Human Design guide and your companion in learning how you’re actually designed to do life.

Each week, I share honest conversations and practical insight on identity, business, relationships, and the subconscious patterns shaping your world — blending Human Design with spirituality, psychology, and real life — so you can stop trying to do it the “right” way and start doing it your way.

Because your new beginning doesn’t start when everything is perfect — it starts when you decide to trust yourself.

Let’s dive in.</description><link>http://nicoleguena.com</link><atom:link href="https://pubsubhubbub.appspot.com" rel="hub"/><itunes:explicit>true</itunes:explicit><itunes:type>episodic</itunes:type><itunes:category text="Education"><itunes:category text="Self-Improvement"/></itunes:category><itunes:category text="Religion &amp; Spirituality"><itunes:category text="Spirituality"/></itunes:category><itunes:category text="Health &amp; Fitness"><itunes:category text="Mental Health"/></itunes:category><itunes:new-feed-url>https://feeds.captivate.fm/the-detox-diaries/</itunes:new-feed-url><podcast:locked>no</podcast:locked><podcast:medium>podcast</podcast:medium><item><title>40. What Actually Happens When You Stop “Holding It All Together”</title><itunes:title>40. What Actually Happens When You Stop “Holding It All Together”</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>If you’ve been listening to these episodes and thinking:</p><p><em>“okay… but what actually happens if I change this?”</em></p><p>This one is for you.</p><p>Because one of the biggest fears that comes up when you start to recognize overfunctioning patterns is:</p><p><em>Will everything fall apart if I stop holding it all together?</em></p><p><em>Will people be upset with me?</em></p><p><em>Will I lose relationships… or even my job?</em></p><p>In this episode, I’m breaking down what actually happens when you start to shift out of being the one who carries everything—both logistically and emotionally.</p><p>And why the fear you feel is often coming from the <em>lens you’re seeing things through</em>, not what’s actually true.</p><p>We get into:</p><ul><li>Why overfunctioners tend to assume they’re not doing enough (even when they’re doing the most)</li><li>How your perception gets filtered through that lens—and why it makes change feel riskier than it is</li><li>A real-life example from my corporate career that completely shifted how I saw this dynamic</li><li>How this shows up in relationships, and why it can feel scary to speak up or ask for more</li><li>The role self-worth plays in being able to make these changes</li><li>What actually changes when you stop holding everything together (and what <em>doesn’t</em>)</li></ul><br/><p>Because this isn’t about blowing your life up.</p><p>It’s about raising your standards and allowing your life—and your relationships—to meet you there.</p><p>—</p><p>If this resonates, this is exactly the kind of work we do in a Pattern Reading.</p><p>We look at where you’re taking on responsibility that isn’t actually yours, how your patterns are showing up, and how to start shifting them in a way that feels grounded and sustainable.</p><p>You can learn more or book here: <strong><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/pattern-reading" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Pattern Reading</a>.</strong></p><p>Any questions? You can always email me at <a href="mailto:nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>If you’ve been listening to these episodes and thinking:</p><p><em>“okay… but what actually happens if I change this?”</em></p><p>This one is for you.</p><p>Because one of the biggest fears that comes up when you start to recognize overfunctioning patterns is:</p><p><em>Will everything fall apart if I stop holding it all together?</em></p><p><em>Will people be upset with me?</em></p><p><em>Will I lose relationships… or even my job?</em></p><p>In this episode, I’m breaking down what actually happens when you start to shift out of being the one who carries everything—both logistically and emotionally.</p><p>And why the fear you feel is often coming from the <em>lens you’re seeing things through</em>, not what’s actually true.</p><p>We get into:</p><ul><li>Why overfunctioners tend to assume they’re not doing enough (even when they’re doing the most)</li><li>How your perception gets filtered through that lens—and why it makes change feel riskier than it is</li><li>A real-life example from my corporate career that completely shifted how I saw this dynamic</li><li>How this shows up in relationships, and why it can feel scary to speak up or ask for more</li><li>The role self-worth plays in being able to make these changes</li><li>What actually changes when you stop holding everything together (and what <em>doesn’t</em>)</li></ul><br/><p>Because this isn’t about blowing your life up.</p><p>It’s about raising your standards and allowing your life—and your relationships—to meet you there.</p><p>—</p><p>If this resonates, this is exactly the kind of work we do in a Pattern Reading.</p><p>We look at where you’re taking on responsibility that isn’t actually yours, how your patterns are showing up, and how to start shifting them in a way that feels grounded and sustainable.</p><p>You can learn more or book here: <strong><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/pattern-reading" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Pattern Reading</a>.</strong></p><p>Any questions? You can always email me at <a href="mailto:nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[http://nicoleguena.com]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">aeee6e0e-a5c0-4380-8d23-6d2d97c0a848</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/b210e0cf-d051-4da7-8f5f-6cf07f3b383c/0HHc1LH9i806kbVTtX9_ylUv.png"/><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/aeee6e0e-a5c0-4380-8d23-6d2d97c0a848.mp3" length="61874596" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>32:13</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>true</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>40</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>40</podcast:episode></item><item><title>39. If You’re Not the One Who Holds Everything Together… Who Are You?</title><itunes:title>39. If You’re Not the One Who Holds Everything Together… Who Are You?</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>If you feel like everything falls on you…</p><p>like you’re the one holding it all together, managing everything, thinking ahead for everyone else—</p><p>this episode is for you.</p><p>Because it probably doesn’t feel like a choice.</p><p>It feels like:</p><p><em>if you don’t do it, no one else will </em></p><p><em>things will fall through the cracks</em></p><p><em>everything will fall apart</em></p><p>And honestly… that might even be true in some situations.</p><p>But there’s another layer to this that most people don’t realize.</p><p>Because even when this pattern feels necessary…</p><p>there are deeper reasons it keeps going—and why it’s so hard to shift.</p><p>In this episode, I’m breaking down the hidden ways overfunctioning is actually working for you—</p><p>and why that’s what keeps you stuck in it.</p><p>We get into:</p><ul><li>Why overfunctioning creates a sense of control (even when it’s overwhelming)</li><li>The “moral high ground” dynamic that can show up in relationships</li><li>How hyper-independence and the fear of being a burden keep you stuck</li><li>The identity you’ve built around being the one who holds everything together</li><li>The deeper worthiness layer underneath all of it</li></ul><br/><p>I also share personal examples from my own relationship and client work so you can see how this actually plays out in real life—and what starts to shift when you begin to see it clearly.</p><p>Because this isn’t just about doing less.</p><p>It’s about understanding why it feels like you <em>have</em> to do so much in the first place.</p><p>If this resonated, you can book a <strong><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/pattern-reading" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Pattern Reading</a></strong> to uncover how this shows up in your life and how to start shifting it.</p><p>Any questions? You can always email me at <a href="mailto:nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>If you feel like everything falls on you…</p><p>like you’re the one holding it all together, managing everything, thinking ahead for everyone else—</p><p>this episode is for you.</p><p>Because it probably doesn’t feel like a choice.</p><p>It feels like:</p><p><em>if you don’t do it, no one else will </em></p><p><em>things will fall through the cracks</em></p><p><em>everything will fall apart</em></p><p>And honestly… that might even be true in some situations.</p><p>But there’s another layer to this that most people don’t realize.</p><p>Because even when this pattern feels necessary…</p><p>there are deeper reasons it keeps going—and why it’s so hard to shift.</p><p>In this episode, I’m breaking down the hidden ways overfunctioning is actually working for you—</p><p>and why that’s what keeps you stuck in it.</p><p>We get into:</p><ul><li>Why overfunctioning creates a sense of control (even when it’s overwhelming)</li><li>The “moral high ground” dynamic that can show up in relationships</li><li>How hyper-independence and the fear of being a burden keep you stuck</li><li>The identity you’ve built around being the one who holds everything together</li><li>The deeper worthiness layer underneath all of it</li></ul><br/><p>I also share personal examples from my own relationship and client work so you can see how this actually plays out in real life—and what starts to shift when you begin to see it clearly.</p><p>Because this isn’t just about doing less.</p><p>It’s about understanding why it feels like you <em>have</em> to do so much in the first place.</p><p>If this resonated, you can book a <strong><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/pattern-reading" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Pattern Reading</a></strong> to uncover how this shows up in your life and how to start shifting it.</p><p>Any questions? You can always email me at <a href="mailto:nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[http://nicoleguena.com]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">930442a3-1d77-4878-9c97-2e648e1aedfe</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/b210e0cf-d051-4da7-8f5f-6cf07f3b383c/0HHc1LH9i806kbVTtX9_ylUv.png"/><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/930442a3-1d77-4878-9c97-2e648e1aedfe.mp3" length="63823958" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>33:14</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>true</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>39</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>39</podcast:episode></item><item><title>38. Why You Feel Responsible for Everyone’s Emotions (and How It Disconnects You From Yourself)</title><itunes:title>38. Why You Feel Responsible for Everyone’s Emotions (and How It Disconnects You From Yourself)</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>In this episode, I’m breaking down a pattern I see in so many women — and one I didn’t even realize I was in myself.</p><p>It’s not just about doing too much or taking on too much responsibility.</p><p>It’s the emotional labor you’re carrying without even realizing it.</p><p>We get into:</p><ul><li>why you feel responsible for other people’s experiences</li><li>how this shows up in small, everyday moments (not just big ones)</li><li>why you might not even know what you want anymore</li><li>how this pattern disconnects you from yourself over time</li></ul><br/><p>If you’ve ever felt like everything is on you… or like you’re constantly managing how others feel, this episode will likely hit close to home.</p><p>If this resonated, you can book a <strong><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/pattern-reading" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Pattern Reading</a></strong> to uncover how this shows up in your life and how to start shifting it.</p><p>Any questions? You can always email me at <a href="mailto:nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In this episode, I’m breaking down a pattern I see in so many women — and one I didn’t even realize I was in myself.</p><p>It’s not just about doing too much or taking on too much responsibility.</p><p>It’s the emotional labor you’re carrying without even realizing it.</p><p>We get into:</p><ul><li>why you feel responsible for other people’s experiences</li><li>how this shows up in small, everyday moments (not just big ones)</li><li>why you might not even know what you want anymore</li><li>how this pattern disconnects you from yourself over time</li></ul><br/><p>If you’ve ever felt like everything is on you… or like you’re constantly managing how others feel, this episode will likely hit close to home.</p><p>If this resonated, you can book a <strong><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/pattern-reading" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Pattern Reading</a></strong> to uncover how this shows up in your life and how to start shifting it.</p><p>Any questions? You can always email me at <a href="mailto:nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[http://nicoleguena.com]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">7f39eeb2-7053-412d-949d-2051e8d485d9</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/b210e0cf-d051-4da7-8f5f-6cf07f3b383c/0HHc1LH9i806kbVTtX9_ylUv.png"/><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/7f39eeb2-7053-412d-949d-2051e8d485d9.mp3" length="69102783" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>35:59</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>true</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>38</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>38</podcast:episode></item><item><title>37. The 3 Stages of Overfunctioning (And Why It Feels Like Everything Is On You)</title><itunes:title>37. The 3 Stages of Overfunctioning (And Why It Feels Like Everything Is On You)</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>If you’ve ever felt like everything is on you—like you’re the one holding it all together—this episode is for you.</p><p>I’m breaking down the <strong>three stages of overfunctioning</strong> and how this pattern shows up in your work, relationships, and day-to-day life.</p><p>Because this isn’t just about doing too much—it’s about the underlying belief that:</p><p><strong>“If I don’t hold everything together, it will all fall apart.”</strong></p><p>Once you see it, you can start to change it.</p><p><strong>In this episode, we cover:</strong></p><ul><li>What overfunctioning actually is (and why it’s so common)</li><li>The 3 stages of overfunctioning: #1: Overdoing and over-responsibility | #2: Emotional awareness + managing others | #3: Feeling stuck in your circumstances</li><li>Why it feels like everything depends on you</li><li>How this pattern creates resentment and burnout</li><li>How Human Design can help you see what’s actually yours to carry</li></ul><br/><p>If this resonated, you can book a <strong><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/pattern-reading" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Pattern Reading</a></strong> to uncover how this shows up in your life and how to start shifting it.</p><p>Any questions? You can always email me at <a href="mailto:nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>If you’ve ever felt like everything is on you—like you’re the one holding it all together—this episode is for you.</p><p>I’m breaking down the <strong>three stages of overfunctioning</strong> and how this pattern shows up in your work, relationships, and day-to-day life.</p><p>Because this isn’t just about doing too much—it’s about the underlying belief that:</p><p><strong>“If I don’t hold everything together, it will all fall apart.”</strong></p><p>Once you see it, you can start to change it.</p><p><strong>In this episode, we cover:</strong></p><ul><li>What overfunctioning actually is (and why it’s so common)</li><li>The 3 stages of overfunctioning: #1: Overdoing and over-responsibility | #2: Emotional awareness + managing others | #3: Feeling stuck in your circumstances</li><li>Why it feels like everything depends on you</li><li>How this pattern creates resentment and burnout</li><li>How Human Design can help you see what’s actually yours to carry</li></ul><br/><p>If this resonated, you can book a <strong><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/pattern-reading" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Pattern Reading</a></strong> to uncover how this shows up in your life and how to start shifting it.</p><p>Any questions? You can always email me at <a href="mailto:nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[http://nicoleguena.com]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">add8cec7-0ad3-4de7-943d-96de03c388f4</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/b210e0cf-d051-4da7-8f5f-6cf07f3b383c/0HHc1LH9i806kbVTtX9_ylUv.png"/><pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2026 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/add8cec7-0ad3-4de7-943d-96de03c388f4.mp3" length="53980183" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>28:07</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>true</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>37</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>37</podcast:episode></item><item><title>36. Do You Have to Do Things You Hate to Grow Your Business?</title><itunes:title>36. Do You Have to Do Things You Hate to Grow Your Business?</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>In this episode, I unpack a belief many entrepreneurs carry — that success requires forcing yourself to do things that feel miserable — and how to tell the difference between a real growth edge and something that simply isn’t aligned.</p><p>When things feel hard or unclear in your business, it’s easy to assume the problem is that you’re not doing enough. But in my experience working with business owners, the opposite is often true.</p><p>In this episode, I break down two patterns I see constantly when people feel stuck in business: doing too much, and doing too little because you’re overthinking everything.</p><p>Both patterns usually come from the same root issue: not being able to tell the difference between a growth edge and true misalignment.</p><p>We also talk about why confusion can actually feel safer than clarity, how Human Design can help you develop better discernment in business, and why subconscious beliefs often keep us stuck even after we gain awareness.</p><h3><strong>In This Episode</strong></h3><ol><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>The two most common patterns I see when people feel stuck in business</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Why doing more isn’t always the answer</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>How overthinking keeps you from collecting real data</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>The difference between pushing a growth edge vs forcing something that isn’t aligned</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>How Human Design helps you identify what’s actually working for you</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Why subconscious beliefs often pull us back into confusion</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>The role nervous system safety plays in manifestation and business growth</li></ol><br/><h3><strong>Resources Mentioned:</strong></h3><p>If you’d like a refresher on Human Design <strong>signature and not-self themes</strong>, I reference them in episode <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/practical-magic/id1547036395?i=1000683452738" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">2. The 5 Energy Types that Could Transform Your Life (And How to Find Yours)</a></p><p>Energetic Business Collective is currently open for enrollment.</p><p>Inside the program we combine Human Design, subconscious belief work, and practical business experimentation so you can build a business that actually works <em>with</em> your energy instead of constantly fighting against it.</p><p>Enrollment closes <strong>March 18</strong>.</p><p><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/energetic-business-collective" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Learn more about EBC here</a></p><p>Any questions? You can always email me at <a href="mailto:nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In this episode, I unpack a belief many entrepreneurs carry — that success requires forcing yourself to do things that feel miserable — and how to tell the difference between a real growth edge and something that simply isn’t aligned.</p><p>When things feel hard or unclear in your business, it’s easy to assume the problem is that you’re not doing enough. But in my experience working with business owners, the opposite is often true.</p><p>In this episode, I break down two patterns I see constantly when people feel stuck in business: doing too much, and doing too little because you’re overthinking everything.</p><p>Both patterns usually come from the same root issue: not being able to tell the difference between a growth edge and true misalignment.</p><p>We also talk about why confusion can actually feel safer than clarity, how Human Design can help you develop better discernment in business, and why subconscious beliefs often keep us stuck even after we gain awareness.</p><h3><strong>In This Episode</strong></h3><ol><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>The two most common patterns I see when people feel stuck in business</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Why doing more isn’t always the answer</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>How overthinking keeps you from collecting real data</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>The difference between pushing a growth edge vs forcing something that isn’t aligned</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>How Human Design helps you identify what’s actually working for you</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Why subconscious beliefs often pull us back into confusion</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>The role nervous system safety plays in manifestation and business growth</li></ol><br/><h3><strong>Resources Mentioned:</strong></h3><p>If you’d like a refresher on Human Design <strong>signature and not-self themes</strong>, I reference them in episode <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/practical-magic/id1547036395?i=1000683452738" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">2. The 5 Energy Types that Could Transform Your Life (And How to Find Yours)</a></p><p>Energetic Business Collective is currently open for enrollment.</p><p>Inside the program we combine Human Design, subconscious belief work, and practical business experimentation so you can build a business that actually works <em>with</em> your energy instead of constantly fighting against it.</p><p>Enrollment closes <strong>March 18</strong>.</p><p><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/energetic-business-collective" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Learn more about EBC here</a></p><p>Any questions? You can always email me at <a href="mailto:nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[http://nicoleguena.com]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">c7585de0-b5e4-4eaa-88c8-7e191ed610d5</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/b210e0cf-d051-4da7-8f5f-6cf07f3b383c/0HHc1LH9i806kbVTtX9_ylUv.png"/><pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2026 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/c7585de0-b5e4-4eaa-88c8-7e191ed610d5.mp3" length="78423273" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>40:51</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>true</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>36</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>36</podcast:episode></item><item><title>35. Healing Your Relationship With Money with Melissa Mittelstaedt</title><itunes:title>35. Healing Your Relationship With Money with Melissa Mittelstaedt</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>In this episode, I’m joined by Accredited Financial Counselor <strong>Melissa Mittelstaedt</strong> to talk about the real mechanics of money — from systemic shame to nervous system regulation to tactical wealth-building.</p><p>We explore:</p><ol><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>why money shame is so common (and rarely personal)</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>how spiritual and practical money work can coexist</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>what value-based spending actually looks like</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>how to regulate your nervous system around finances</li></ol><br/><p><strong>Key takeaways:</strong></p><ol><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Why most women feel “behind” with money</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Melissa’s four-part framework: business, personal, spiritual, tactical</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>EFT tapping for money regulation</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>What value-based spending means (and why cutting joy first is a mistake)</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>What shifted for Melissa inside Energetic Business Collective — especially around refining her offers and no longer feeling like she was pushing a boulder uphill</li></ol><br/><h3><strong>Connect with Melissa</strong></h3><p>You can connect with her here: <a href="Melissamitt.com/links" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Melissamitt.com/links</a></p><h3><strong>Curious about Energetic Business Collective?</strong></h3><p>Throughout this conversation, you’ll hear Melissa reference how understanding her design — and refining her business structure accordingly — shifted the way she operates.</p><p>While the episode is centered on money, it also offers a real-life glimpse into the kind of clarity and practical insight that comes from Human Design work inside Energetic Business Collective.</p><p>If you’re wanting a business that feels less like pushing a boulder uphill and more like something that actually fits you, you can learn more about EBC here:</p><p><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/energetic-business-collective" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Energetic Business Collective</a></p><p>Enrollment is open through March 18.</p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In this episode, I’m joined by Accredited Financial Counselor <strong>Melissa Mittelstaedt</strong> to talk about the real mechanics of money — from systemic shame to nervous system regulation to tactical wealth-building.</p><p>We explore:</p><ol><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>why money shame is so common (and rarely personal)</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>how spiritual and practical money work can coexist</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>what value-based spending actually looks like</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>how to regulate your nervous system around finances</li></ol><br/><p><strong>Key takeaways:</strong></p><ol><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Why most women feel “behind” with money</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Melissa’s four-part framework: business, personal, spiritual, tactical</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>EFT tapping for money regulation</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>What value-based spending means (and why cutting joy first is a mistake)</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>What shifted for Melissa inside Energetic Business Collective — especially around refining her offers and no longer feeling like she was pushing a boulder uphill</li></ol><br/><h3><strong>Connect with Melissa</strong></h3><p>You can connect with her here: <a href="Melissamitt.com/links" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Melissamitt.com/links</a></p><h3><strong>Curious about Energetic Business Collective?</strong></h3><p>Throughout this conversation, you’ll hear Melissa reference how understanding her design — and refining her business structure accordingly — shifted the way she operates.</p><p>While the episode is centered on money, it also offers a real-life glimpse into the kind of clarity and practical insight that comes from Human Design work inside Energetic Business Collective.</p><p>If you’re wanting a business that feels less like pushing a boulder uphill and more like something that actually fits you, you can learn more about EBC here:</p><p><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/energetic-business-collective" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Energetic Business Collective</a></p><p>Enrollment is open through March 18.</p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[http://nicoleguena.com]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">534fb282-f540-4cce-9f8f-f6f9e780ab44</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/b210e0cf-d051-4da7-8f5f-6cf07f3b383c/0HHc1LH9i806kbVTtX9_ylUv.png"/><pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2026 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/534fb282-f540-4cce-9f8f-f6f9e780ab44.mp3" length="113423176" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>59:04</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>true</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>35</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>35</podcast:episode></item><item><title>34. The Identity-First Business Model: When Strategy Alone Isn’t Enough Anymore</title><itunes:title>34. The Identity-First Business Model: When Strategy Alone Isn’t Enough Anymore</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>There is a category of entrepreneur who cannot succeed through self-abandonment.</p><p>If brute force, strategy stacking, and pushing harder were going to work for you — they would have by now.</p><p>This episode is a deep dive into how Energetic Business Collective is structured and why it’s built the way it is.</p><p>Not as another formula.</p><p>Not as another marketing playbook.</p><p>Not as a step-by-step execution container.</p><p>But as an identity-first, nervous-system-safe, energetically aligned business architecture.</p><p>Inside this episode, I walk you through:</p><ol><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Why awareness alone isn’t enough (and why Human Design without subconscious integration eventually hits a wall)</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>The real reason “just give me a plan” doesn’t actually solve the problem</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>The five-part arc of EBC (vision, energetic blueprint, lived experimentation, subconscious recalibration, sustainable integration)</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>What Subconscious RX actually is and why it changes everything</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>How the Alignment Dashboard becomes your long-term operating system</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Why this container is intentionally spacious and capped</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Who this is for — and who it isn’t</li></ol><br/><p>You don’t leave EBC with a funnel.</p><p>You leave with a compass.</p><p>You don’t leave dependent on another strategy.</p><p>You leave with discernment.</p><p>And if you’ve been feeling like you and your business are in a fight… this episode will likely make something click.</p><p>If this resonates, early bird enrollment with a $222 discount for Energetic Business Collective is open through March 4th (payment plan available)</p><p>This is a high-touch, three-month container capped at eight entrepreneurs.</p><p><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/energetic-business-collective" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">You can learn more about Energetic Business Collective here.</a></p><p><a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Ky9Wtn8-iOsAN1wdfMejZDqrqFtKQAPYGOFqK21TQo8/edit?usp=sharing" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">You can check out the Alignment Dashboard here. </a></p><p>If you’re unsure whether this is the right fit, start with this episode.</p><p>Any questions, you can email me at <a href="mailto:nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>There is a category of entrepreneur who cannot succeed through self-abandonment.</p><p>If brute force, strategy stacking, and pushing harder were going to work for you — they would have by now.</p><p>This episode is a deep dive into how Energetic Business Collective is structured and why it’s built the way it is.</p><p>Not as another formula.</p><p>Not as another marketing playbook.</p><p>Not as a step-by-step execution container.</p><p>But as an identity-first, nervous-system-safe, energetically aligned business architecture.</p><p>Inside this episode, I walk you through:</p><ol><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Why awareness alone isn’t enough (and why Human Design without subconscious integration eventually hits a wall)</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>The real reason “just give me a plan” doesn’t actually solve the problem</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>The five-part arc of EBC (vision, energetic blueprint, lived experimentation, subconscious recalibration, sustainable integration)</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>What Subconscious RX actually is and why it changes everything</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>How the Alignment Dashboard becomes your long-term operating system</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Why this container is intentionally spacious and capped</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Who this is for — and who it isn’t</li></ol><br/><p>You don’t leave EBC with a funnel.</p><p>You leave with a compass.</p><p>You don’t leave dependent on another strategy.</p><p>You leave with discernment.</p><p>And if you’ve been feeling like you and your business are in a fight… this episode will likely make something click.</p><p>If this resonates, early bird enrollment with a $222 discount for Energetic Business Collective is open through March 4th (payment plan available)</p><p>This is a high-touch, three-month container capped at eight entrepreneurs.</p><p><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/energetic-business-collective" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">You can learn more about Energetic Business Collective here.</a></p><p><a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Ky9Wtn8-iOsAN1wdfMejZDqrqFtKQAPYGOFqK21TQo8/edit?usp=sharing" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">You can check out the Alignment Dashboard here. </a></p><p>If you’re unsure whether this is the right fit, start with this episode.</p><p>Any questions, you can email me at <a href="mailto:nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[http://nicoleguena.com]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">4f1eb21d-1fe9-4c49-99be-852502d614cc</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/b210e0cf-d051-4da7-8f5f-6cf07f3b383c/0HHc1LH9i806kbVTtX9_ylUv.png"/><pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2026 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/4f1eb21d-1fe9-4c49-99be-852502d614cc.mp3" length="76397007" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>39:47</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>true</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>34</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>34</podcast:episode></item><item><title>33. The Many Masks of Control (And Why They’re Keeping You Stuck)</title><itunes:title>33. The Many Masks of Control (And Why They’re Keeping You Stuck)</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>You don’t think you’re controlling.</p><p>You think you’re being responsible.</p><p>Reasonable.</p><p>Disciplined.</p><p>Independent.</p><p>A hard worker.</p><p>But control doesn’t always look like gripping the wheel.</p><p>Sometimes it looks like the stories underneath it:</p><ol><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>“If I slow down, that’s selfish.”</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>“If it’s not hard, I don’t deserve it.”</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>“If I’m not a hard worker, I’m mediocre.”</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>“If I stop holding everything together, it all falls apart.”</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>“If I need help, I’m weak / I’m failing.”</li></ol><br/><p>In this episode, we unpack:</p><ol><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>The different ways control hides (hustle, overthinking, hyper-independence, over-responsibility)</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Why slowing down can feel unsafe, unfair, or even <em>wrong</em></li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>How “being the hard worker” becomes identity — and why letting go can feel like losing yourself</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>The nervous-system reason you keep returning to the same patterns, even when you <em>know better</em></li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>The difference between control and true resilience (the kind that can actually hold expansion)</li></ol><br/><p>Control helped you survive.  But it’s not the thing that gets you to your next level.</p><p>If you’re tired of trying to force your way forward — and ready to build the internal safety to do it differently — this episode is for you.</p><p>Inside <a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/energetic-business-collective" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Energetic Business Collective</a>, we do this work in real time: not just insight, but the capacity to actually live it.</p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>You don’t think you’re controlling.</p><p>You think you’re being responsible.</p><p>Reasonable.</p><p>Disciplined.</p><p>Independent.</p><p>A hard worker.</p><p>But control doesn’t always look like gripping the wheel.</p><p>Sometimes it looks like the stories underneath it:</p><ol><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>“If I slow down, that’s selfish.”</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>“If it’s not hard, I don’t deserve it.”</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>“If I’m not a hard worker, I’m mediocre.”</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>“If I stop holding everything together, it all falls apart.”</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>“If I need help, I’m weak / I’m failing.”</li></ol><br/><p>In this episode, we unpack:</p><ol><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>The different ways control hides (hustle, overthinking, hyper-independence, over-responsibility)</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Why slowing down can feel unsafe, unfair, or even <em>wrong</em></li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>How “being the hard worker” becomes identity — and why letting go can feel like losing yourself</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>The nervous-system reason you keep returning to the same patterns, even when you <em>know better</em></li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>The difference between control and true resilience (the kind that can actually hold expansion)</li></ol><br/><p>Control helped you survive.  But it’s not the thing that gets you to your next level.</p><p>If you’re tired of trying to force your way forward — and ready to build the internal safety to do it differently — this episode is for you.</p><p>Inside <a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/energetic-business-collective" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Energetic Business Collective</a>, we do this work in real time: not just insight, but the capacity to actually live it.</p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[http://nicoleguena.com]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">6abb6f82-f37e-476f-9f3b-9cdfef813d4f</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/b210e0cf-d051-4da7-8f5f-6cf07f3b383c/0HHc1LH9i806kbVTtX9_ylUv.png"/><pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2026 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/6abb6f82-f37e-476f-9f3b-9cdfef813d4f.mp3" length="66296605" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>34:32</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>true</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>33</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>33</podcast:episode></item><item><title>32. Why It’s Not Working (Even Though You’re Doing Everything &quot;Right&quot;)</title><itunes:title>32. Why It’s Not Working (Even Though You’re Doing Everything &quot;Right&quot;)</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>You’ve tried harder. You’ve invested, you've researched. You’ve followed the strategies.</p><p>And it still hasn’t worked the way you thought it would.</p><p>Here’s the uncomfortable truth:</p><p><strong>If forcing it was going to work for you, it would have by now.</strong></p><p>Some people can override themselves and succeed anyway.</p><p>Some of us don’t get to.</p><p>In this episode, I’m breaking down:</p><ol><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Why forcing and “doing it right” keeps stalling out</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>The path that doesn’t reward self-abandonment</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>How this pattern shows up in business, career, relationships, and your body</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Why alignment and subconscious safety have to come before real success</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>What it means to stop repeating the same loop</li></ol><br/><p>This is the initiation before the up-level.</p><p>If you’re done trying to make the old way work, <a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/energetic-business-collective" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Energetic Business Collective</a> is the container built for this phase.</p><ol><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>✨ Human Design</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>✨ Subconscious belief work</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>✨ Sustainable, aligned business growth</li></ol><br/><p>If the old way was going to work, it already would have.</p><p>Any questions / comments? Email me at <a href="mailto:nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>You’ve tried harder. You’ve invested, you've researched. You’ve followed the strategies.</p><p>And it still hasn’t worked the way you thought it would.</p><p>Here’s the uncomfortable truth:</p><p><strong>If forcing it was going to work for you, it would have by now.</strong></p><p>Some people can override themselves and succeed anyway.</p><p>Some of us don’t get to.</p><p>In this episode, I’m breaking down:</p><ol><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Why forcing and “doing it right” keeps stalling out</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>The path that doesn’t reward self-abandonment</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>How this pattern shows up in business, career, relationships, and your body</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Why alignment and subconscious safety have to come before real success</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>What it means to stop repeating the same loop</li></ol><br/><p>This is the initiation before the up-level.</p><p>If you’re done trying to make the old way work, <a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/energetic-business-collective" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Energetic Business Collective</a> is the container built for this phase.</p><ol><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>✨ Human Design</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>✨ Subconscious belief work</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>✨ Sustainable, aligned business growth</li></ol><br/><p>If the old way was going to work, it already would have.</p><p>Any questions / comments? Email me at <a href="mailto:nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[http://nicoleguena.com]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">3615c944-8b30-4d88-881c-5d3cddf3dbb6</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/b210e0cf-d051-4da7-8f5f-6cf07f3b383c/0HHc1LH9i806kbVTtX9_ylUv.png"/><pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2026 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/3615c944-8b30-4d88-881c-5d3cddf3dbb6.mp3" length="75522636" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>39:20</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>true</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>32</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>32</podcast:episode></item><item><title>31. Two Tools I Use When I Start Spiraling</title><itunes:title>31. Two Tools I Use When I Start Spiraling</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>In this episode, I’m breaking down two tools I use personally and with clients to help interrupt anxiety, perfectionism, and subconscious patterns — especially when you know something isn’t working anymore, but you’re not sure what to do instead.</p><p>We explore the difference between <strong>Future You</strong> and <strong>Next-Level You</strong>, how they work together, and how to use them in real, everyday moments — not just big life decisions.</p><p><strong>In this episode, we talk about:</strong></p><ol><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Why awareness alone isn’t enough to create change</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>The difference between Future You (big-picture trust) and Next-Level You (moment-to-moment clarity)</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>How fear-based motivation actually keeps us stuck</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>A real-life example of perfectionism and over-optimizing daily life</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>An emotionally charged example of catastrophizing and feeling misunderstood</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>How separating facts from stories can calm anxiety spirals</li></ol><br/><p>These tools aren’t about fixing yourself — they’re about learning how to move through your life with more trust, ease, and clarity.</p><p>✨ Learn more about <strong><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/the-subconscious-edit" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The Subconscious Edit</a></strong><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/the-subconscious-edit" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> here</a></p><p>📧 Or reach out: <strong><a href="mailto:nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com</a></strong></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In this episode, I’m breaking down two tools I use personally and with clients to help interrupt anxiety, perfectionism, and subconscious patterns — especially when you know something isn’t working anymore, but you’re not sure what to do instead.</p><p>We explore the difference between <strong>Future You</strong> and <strong>Next-Level You</strong>, how they work together, and how to use them in real, everyday moments — not just big life decisions.</p><p><strong>In this episode, we talk about:</strong></p><ol><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Why awareness alone isn’t enough to create change</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>The difference between Future You (big-picture trust) and Next-Level You (moment-to-moment clarity)</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>How fear-based motivation actually keeps us stuck</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>A real-life example of perfectionism and over-optimizing daily life</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>An emotionally charged example of catastrophizing and feeling misunderstood</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>How separating facts from stories can calm anxiety spirals</li></ol><br/><p>These tools aren’t about fixing yourself — they’re about learning how to move through your life with more trust, ease, and clarity.</p><p>✨ Learn more about <strong><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/the-subconscious-edit" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The Subconscious Edit</a></strong><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/the-subconscious-edit" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> here</a></p><p>📧 Or reach out: <strong><a href="mailto:nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com</a></strong></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[http://nicoleguena.com]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">a4eb4344-8e68-456f-ad3f-57ad075a652b</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/b210e0cf-d051-4da7-8f5f-6cf07f3b383c/0HHc1LH9i806kbVTtX9_ylUv.png"/><pubDate>Fri, 06 Feb 2026 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/a4eb4344-8e68-456f-ad3f-57ad075a652b.mp3" length="67010479" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>34:54</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>true</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>31</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>31</podcast:episode></item><item><title>30. Why Avoiding Your Emotions or Identifying as &quot;Not Emotional&quot; is Keeping You Stuck</title><itunes:title>30. Why Avoiding Your Emotions or Identifying as &quot;Not Emotional&quot; is Keeping You Stuck</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>If you’ve ever felt disconnected from your emotions — like they’re too much, or not welcome, or like they just… don’t come up the way you think they should — this episode is for you.</p><p>In this honest and messy (in a good way) conversation, I unpack how our childhood can impact our relationship to our emotions. I share my own story, the beliefs I picked up about what it meant to be “easy,” the classic oldest daughter narratives I picked up, and how that shaped the way I relate to feelings now.</p><p>You’ll hear:</p><p>✨ What emotional disconnection actually looks like (and how it hides in plain sight)</p><p>🧠 Why awareness&nbsp;<em>isn’t enough</em>&nbsp;— and how to actually rewire the deeper patterns</p><p>💬 The moment I realized being helped made me uncomfortable (and why that mattered)</p><p>😶‍🌫️ How perfectionism, emotional suppression, and “being the easy one” are all connected</p><p>💡 The surprising beliefs that sit beneath your resistance to feeling</p><p>If you’ve ever felt numb, tense, overly responsible, or like&nbsp;<em>feeling</em>&nbsp;might make you a burden — you’re not alone. And you’re not broken.</p><p>🎧 Listen in — and start to reconnect with a part of you that’s been waiting to be heard.</p><p>✨&nbsp;<strong>Ready to go deeper?</strong></p><p>If you’re ready to stop looping in the same patterns and finally create change that lasts —&nbsp;<em>The Subconscious Edit</em>&nbsp;is your next step.</p><p>A personalized 1:1 container to identify and rewire the beliefs holding you back — with tools and support designed around&nbsp;<em>you</em>.</p><p>🎁 Now open for booking — special holiday pricing through 12/31.</p><p>👉&nbsp;<a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/the-subconscious-edit" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Learn more + book your spot</a></p><p>_</p><p>💫 New to Human Design? Start Here:</p><p><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/free-chart" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Pull your free Human Design chart</strong></a>&nbsp;and start receiving the&nbsp;<strong>Human Design Quick Start Email Series</strong>&nbsp;to help you understand your energy and decision-making style.</p><p><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/blog/human-design-types" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Explore the Quick Start Guide on the blog</strong></a><strong> - </strong>You'll start with your Energy Type and follow along through Authority, Profile, and Centers — all broken down clearly and practically.</p><p>🎧&nbsp;<strong>Listen to the Chart Basics episodes:</strong></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/blog/human-design-types" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 2: The 5 Energy Types That Could Transform Your Life (And How to Find Yours)</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/stop-second-guessing-your-practical-roadmap-to-confident-decisions-using-human-design" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 7: Stop Second-Guessing: Your Practical Roadmap to Confident Decisions Using Human Design</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/the-shortcut-to-your-purpose-embody-your-personality-profile" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 6: The Shortcut to Your Purpose: Embody Your Personality Profile</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/human-design-centers-how-to-work-with-your-definition" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 8: Human Design Centers &amp; How to Work with Your Definition</a></li></ul><br/><p><strong>Want 20% off any single session reading??</strong> Leave us a 5 start rating and review to receive a special thank you 20% off! Just send a screenshot of your rating and review to <a href="mailto:nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com</a> and I'll respond back with your discount code</p><p>Say hey 👋 on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/nicole.guena/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@Nicole.guena</a></p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">NicoleGuena.com</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>If you’ve ever felt disconnected from your emotions — like they’re too much, or not welcome, or like they just… don’t come up the way you think they should — this episode is for you.</p><p>In this honest and messy (in a good way) conversation, I unpack how our childhood can impact our relationship to our emotions. I share my own story, the beliefs I picked up about what it meant to be “easy,” the classic oldest daughter narratives I picked up, and how that shaped the way I relate to feelings now.</p><p>You’ll hear:</p><p>✨ What emotional disconnection actually looks like (and how it hides in plain sight)</p><p>🧠 Why awareness&nbsp;<em>isn’t enough</em>&nbsp;— and how to actually rewire the deeper patterns</p><p>💬 The moment I realized being helped made me uncomfortable (and why that mattered)</p><p>😶‍🌫️ How perfectionism, emotional suppression, and “being the easy one” are all connected</p><p>💡 The surprising beliefs that sit beneath your resistance to feeling</p><p>If you’ve ever felt numb, tense, overly responsible, or like&nbsp;<em>feeling</em>&nbsp;might make you a burden — you’re not alone. And you’re not broken.</p><p>🎧 Listen in — and start to reconnect with a part of you that’s been waiting to be heard.</p><p>✨&nbsp;<strong>Ready to go deeper?</strong></p><p>If you’re ready to stop looping in the same patterns and finally create change that lasts —&nbsp;<em>The Subconscious Edit</em>&nbsp;is your next step.</p><p>A personalized 1:1 container to identify and rewire the beliefs holding you back — with tools and support designed around&nbsp;<em>you</em>.</p><p>🎁 Now open for booking — special holiday pricing through 12/31.</p><p>👉&nbsp;<a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/the-subconscious-edit" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Learn more + book your spot</a></p><p>_</p><p>💫 New to Human Design? Start Here:</p><p><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/free-chart" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Pull your free Human Design chart</strong></a>&nbsp;and start receiving the&nbsp;<strong>Human Design Quick Start Email Series</strong>&nbsp;to help you understand your energy and decision-making style.</p><p><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/blog/human-design-types" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Explore the Quick Start Guide on the blog</strong></a><strong> - </strong>You'll start with your Energy Type and follow along through Authority, Profile, and Centers — all broken down clearly and practically.</p><p>🎧&nbsp;<strong>Listen to the Chart Basics episodes:</strong></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/blog/human-design-types" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 2: The 5 Energy Types That Could Transform Your Life (And How to Find Yours)</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/stop-second-guessing-your-practical-roadmap-to-confident-decisions-using-human-design" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 7: Stop Second-Guessing: Your Practical Roadmap to Confident Decisions Using Human Design</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/the-shortcut-to-your-purpose-embody-your-personality-profile" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 6: The Shortcut to Your Purpose: Embody Your Personality Profile</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/human-design-centers-how-to-work-with-your-definition" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 8: Human Design Centers &amp; How to Work with Your Definition</a></li></ul><br/><p><strong>Want 20% off any single session reading??</strong> Leave us a 5 start rating and review to receive a special thank you 20% off! Just send a screenshot of your rating and review to <a href="mailto:nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com</a> and I'll respond back with your discount code</p><p>Say hey 👋 on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/nicole.guena/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@Nicole.guena</a></p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">NicoleGuena.com</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[http://nicoleguena.com]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">06fd064c-8dbb-49c9-933d-c0b5345a0192</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/b210e0cf-d051-4da7-8f5f-6cf07f3b383c/0HHc1LH9i806kbVTtX9_ylUv.png"/><pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2025 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/06fd064c-8dbb-49c9-933d-c0b5345a0192.mp3" length="78042930" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>40:39</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>true</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>30</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>30</podcast:episode></item><item><title>29. How to Rewire Your Mind and Upgrade Your Reality</title><itunes:title>29. How to Rewire Your Mind and Upgrade Your Reality</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<h3><em>The Subconscious Series – Part 4</em></h3><p>You’ve spotted the pattern. You know the belief. You’ve done the journaling.</p><p>So… why hasn’t anything changed?</p><p>In Part 4 of this series, we’re talking about the often-overlooked phase of transformation: the messy, uncertain,&nbsp;<em>in-between</em>. That space where your old beliefs don’t quite fit anymore — but the new ones don’t feel fully safe yet.</p><p>Inside this episode:</p><ul><li>Why awareness isn’t the finish line (and what comes next)</li><li>What makes change feel scary — even when your current reality sucks</li><li>The difference between insight and embodiment</li><li>6 tools that actually help rewire your subconscious</li><li>How to start building safety around a new belief (without faking it)</li></ul><br/><p>You’ll also hear some of my favorite personal examples — like the $70 comforter meltdown that revealed a massive scarcity story... and how I handled it differently the second time around.</p><p>🌀 This episode is your bridge from knowing → becoming.</p><p>✨&nbsp;<strong>Ready to go deeper?</strong></p><p>If you’re ready to stop looping in the same patterns and finally create change that lasts —&nbsp;<em>The Subconscious Edit</em>&nbsp;is your next step.</p><p>A personalized 1:1 container to identify and rewire the beliefs holding you back — with tools and support designed around&nbsp;<em>you</em>.</p><p>🎁 Now open for booking — special holiday pricing through 12/31.</p><p>👉&nbsp;<a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/the-subconscious-edit" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Learn more + book your spot</a></p><p>_</p><p>💫 New to Human Design? Start Here:</p><p><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/free-chart" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Pull your free Human Design chart</strong></a>&nbsp;and start receiving the&nbsp;<strong>Human Design Quick Start Email Series</strong>&nbsp;to help you understand your energy and decision-making style.</p><p><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/blog/human-design-types" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Explore the Quick Start Guide on the blog</strong></a><strong> - </strong>You'll start with your Energy Type and follow along through Authority, Profile, and Centers — all broken down clearly and practically.</p><p>🎧&nbsp;<strong>Listen to the Chart Basics episodes:</strong></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/blog/human-design-types" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 2: The 5 Energy Types That Could Transform Your Life (And How to Find Yours)</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/stop-second-guessing-your-practical-roadmap-to-confident-decisions-using-human-design" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 7: Stop Second-Guessing: Your Practical Roadmap to Confident Decisions Using Human Design</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/the-shortcut-to-your-purpose-embody-your-personality-profile" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 6: The Shortcut to Your Purpose: Embody Your Personality Profile</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/human-design-centers-how-to-work-with-your-definition" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 8: Human Design Centers &amp; How to Work with Your Definition</a></li></ul><br/><p><strong>Want 20% off any single session reading??</strong> Leave us a 5 start rating and review to receive a special thank you 20% off! Just send a screenshot of your rating and review to <a href="mailto:nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com</a> and I'll respond back with your discount code</p><p>Say hey 👋 on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/nicole.guena/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@Nicole.guena</a></p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">NicoleGuena.com</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<h3><em>The Subconscious Series – Part 4</em></h3><p>You’ve spotted the pattern. You know the belief. You’ve done the journaling.</p><p>So… why hasn’t anything changed?</p><p>In Part 4 of this series, we’re talking about the often-overlooked phase of transformation: the messy, uncertain,&nbsp;<em>in-between</em>. That space where your old beliefs don’t quite fit anymore — but the new ones don’t feel fully safe yet.</p><p>Inside this episode:</p><ul><li>Why awareness isn’t the finish line (and what comes next)</li><li>What makes change feel scary — even when your current reality sucks</li><li>The difference between insight and embodiment</li><li>6 tools that actually help rewire your subconscious</li><li>How to start building safety around a new belief (without faking it)</li></ul><br/><p>You’ll also hear some of my favorite personal examples — like the $70 comforter meltdown that revealed a massive scarcity story... and how I handled it differently the second time around.</p><p>🌀 This episode is your bridge from knowing → becoming.</p><p>✨&nbsp;<strong>Ready to go deeper?</strong></p><p>If you’re ready to stop looping in the same patterns and finally create change that lasts —&nbsp;<em>The Subconscious Edit</em>&nbsp;is your next step.</p><p>A personalized 1:1 container to identify and rewire the beliefs holding you back — with tools and support designed around&nbsp;<em>you</em>.</p><p>🎁 Now open for booking — special holiday pricing through 12/31.</p><p>👉&nbsp;<a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/the-subconscious-edit" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Learn more + book your spot</a></p><p>_</p><p>💫 New to Human Design? Start Here:</p><p><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/free-chart" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Pull your free Human Design chart</strong></a>&nbsp;and start receiving the&nbsp;<strong>Human Design Quick Start Email Series</strong>&nbsp;to help you understand your energy and decision-making style.</p><p><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/blog/human-design-types" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Explore the Quick Start Guide on the blog</strong></a><strong> - </strong>You'll start with your Energy Type and follow along through Authority, Profile, and Centers — all broken down clearly and practically.</p><p>🎧&nbsp;<strong>Listen to the Chart Basics episodes:</strong></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/blog/human-design-types" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 2: The 5 Energy Types That Could Transform Your Life (And How to Find Yours)</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/stop-second-guessing-your-practical-roadmap-to-confident-decisions-using-human-design" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 7: Stop Second-Guessing: Your Practical Roadmap to Confident Decisions Using Human Design</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/the-shortcut-to-your-purpose-embody-your-personality-profile" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 6: The Shortcut to Your Purpose: Embody Your Personality Profile</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/human-design-centers-how-to-work-with-your-definition" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 8: Human Design Centers &amp; How to Work with Your Definition</a></li></ul><br/><p><strong>Want 20% off any single session reading??</strong> Leave us a 5 start rating and review to receive a special thank you 20% off! Just send a screenshot of your rating and review to <a href="mailto:nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com</a> and I'll respond back with your discount code</p><p>Say hey 👋 on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/nicole.guena/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@Nicole.guena</a></p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">NicoleGuena.com</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[http://nicoleguena.com]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">11d50a81-ea08-4b4b-a0d8-01a5758aeccb</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/b210e0cf-d051-4da7-8f5f-6cf07f3b383c/0HHc1LH9i806kbVTtX9_ylUv.png"/><pubDate>Fri, 28 Nov 2025 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/11d50a81-ea08-4b4b-a0d8-01a5758aeccb.mp3" length="92642245" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>48:15</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>true</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>29</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>29</podcast:episode></item><item><title>28. How to Identify Your Subconscious Blocks (So You Can Actually Get What You Want)</title><itunes:title>28. How to Identify Your Subconscious Blocks (So You Can Actually Get What You Want)</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<h3><em>The Subconscious Series – Part 3</em></h3><p>Your subconscious beliefs shape your entire reality — but most of them are invisible to your conscious mind.</p><p>In this episode, we’re diving into the tools you can use to uncover what’s&nbsp;<em>really</em>&nbsp;been driving your stuck patterns… and the surprising places those clues might be hiding.</p><p>Because once you can&nbsp;<em>name</em>&nbsp;the belief, you can rewire it — and finally shift the results you’re seeing in your life, work, and relationships.</p><p>✨ In this episode, you’ll learn:</p><ul><li>How to use tools like journaling, meditation, tarot, dreams, and voice-to-text to identify your subconscious blocks</li><li>The key reason you&nbsp;<em>can’t</em>&nbsp;just mindset your way into change — and why awareness alone isn’t enough</li><li>Why understanding your&nbsp;<strong>Human Design</strong>&nbsp;gives you a “true north” for your authentic self</li><li>Why it’s important to revisit childhood memories through a&nbsp;<em>child’s lens</em>&nbsp;— not the logical adult version</li><li>How seemingly harmless triggers (like your partner helping out) can reveal deeply buried beliefs</li><li>Why your biggest patterns often come from survival strategies you learned before age 7</li><li>How the pattern of&nbsp;<em>hyper-independence</em>&nbsp;may be keeping you stuck, even when you want support</li></ul><br/><p>👁‍🗨 This episode also includes:</p><ul><li>Two of Nicole’s real-life examples:</li><li>→ “I have to work hard to deserve success”</li><li>→ “It’s all on me to keep it together”</li><li>The many angles she used to uncover them — including dream symbolism, tarot, coaching, journaling, and energetic discomfort</li></ul><br/><p>🎧 If you’ve ever felt like you&nbsp;<em>know</em>&nbsp;what you want but still can’t make it happen… this episode will show you why — and what to do next.</p><p>✨&nbsp;<strong>Ready to go deeper?</strong></p><p>If you’re ready to stop looping in the same patterns and finally create change that lasts —&nbsp;<em>The Subconscious Edit</em>&nbsp;is your next step.</p><p>A personalized 1:1 container to identify and rewire the beliefs holding you back — with tools and support designed around&nbsp;<em>you</em>.</p><p>🎁 Now open for booking — special holiday pricing through 12/31.</p><p>👉&nbsp;<a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/the-subconscious-edit" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Learn more + book your spot</a></p><p>_</p><p>💫 New to Human Design? Start Here:</p><p><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/free-chart" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Pull your free Human Design chart</strong></a>&nbsp;and start receiving the&nbsp;<strong>Human Design Quick Start Email Series</strong>&nbsp;to help you understand your energy and decision-making style.</p><p><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/blog/human-design-types" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Explore the Quick Start Guide on the blog</strong></a><strong> - </strong>You'll start with your Energy Type and follow along through Authority, Profile, and Centers — all broken down clearly and practically.</p><p>🎧&nbsp;<strong>Listen to the Chart Basics episodes:</strong></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/blog/human-design-types" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 2: The 5 Energy Types That Could Transform Your Life (And How to Find Yours)</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/stop-second-guessing-your-practical-roadmap-to-confident-decisions-using-human-design" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 7: Stop Second-Guessing: Your Practical Roadmap to Confident Decisions Using Human Design</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/the-shortcut-to-your-purpose-embody-your-personality-profile" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 6: The Shortcut to Your Purpose: Embody Your Personality Profile</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/human-design-centers-how-to-work-with-your-definition" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 8: Human Design Centers &amp; How to Work with Your Definition</a></li></ul><br/><p><strong>Want 20% off any single session reading??</strong> Leave us a 5 start rating and review to receive a special thank you 20% off! Just send a screenshot of your rating and review to <a href="mailto:nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com</a> and I'll respond back with your discount code</p><p>Say hey 👋 on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/nicole.guena/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@Nicole.guena</a></p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">NicoleGuena.com</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<h3><em>The Subconscious Series – Part 3</em></h3><p>Your subconscious beliefs shape your entire reality — but most of them are invisible to your conscious mind.</p><p>In this episode, we’re diving into the tools you can use to uncover what’s&nbsp;<em>really</em>&nbsp;been driving your stuck patterns… and the surprising places those clues might be hiding.</p><p>Because once you can&nbsp;<em>name</em>&nbsp;the belief, you can rewire it — and finally shift the results you’re seeing in your life, work, and relationships.</p><p>✨ In this episode, you’ll learn:</p><ul><li>How to use tools like journaling, meditation, tarot, dreams, and voice-to-text to identify your subconscious blocks</li><li>The key reason you&nbsp;<em>can’t</em>&nbsp;just mindset your way into change — and why awareness alone isn’t enough</li><li>Why understanding your&nbsp;<strong>Human Design</strong>&nbsp;gives you a “true north” for your authentic self</li><li>Why it’s important to revisit childhood memories through a&nbsp;<em>child’s lens</em>&nbsp;— not the logical adult version</li><li>How seemingly harmless triggers (like your partner helping out) can reveal deeply buried beliefs</li><li>Why your biggest patterns often come from survival strategies you learned before age 7</li><li>How the pattern of&nbsp;<em>hyper-independence</em>&nbsp;may be keeping you stuck, even when you want support</li></ul><br/><p>👁‍🗨 This episode also includes:</p><ul><li>Two of Nicole’s real-life examples:</li><li>→ “I have to work hard to deserve success”</li><li>→ “It’s all on me to keep it together”</li><li>The many angles she used to uncover them — including dream symbolism, tarot, coaching, journaling, and energetic discomfort</li></ul><br/><p>🎧 If you’ve ever felt like you&nbsp;<em>know</em>&nbsp;what you want but still can’t make it happen… this episode will show you why — and what to do next.</p><p>✨&nbsp;<strong>Ready to go deeper?</strong></p><p>If you’re ready to stop looping in the same patterns and finally create change that lasts —&nbsp;<em>The Subconscious Edit</em>&nbsp;is your next step.</p><p>A personalized 1:1 container to identify and rewire the beliefs holding you back — with tools and support designed around&nbsp;<em>you</em>.</p><p>🎁 Now open for booking — special holiday pricing through 12/31.</p><p>👉&nbsp;<a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/the-subconscious-edit" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Learn more + book your spot</a></p><p>_</p><p>💫 New to Human Design? Start Here:</p><p><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/free-chart" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Pull your free Human Design chart</strong></a>&nbsp;and start receiving the&nbsp;<strong>Human Design Quick Start Email Series</strong>&nbsp;to help you understand your energy and decision-making style.</p><p><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/blog/human-design-types" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Explore the Quick Start Guide on the blog</strong></a><strong> - </strong>You'll start with your Energy Type and follow along through Authority, Profile, and Centers — all broken down clearly and practically.</p><p>🎧&nbsp;<strong>Listen to the Chart Basics episodes:</strong></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/blog/human-design-types" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 2: The 5 Energy Types That Could Transform Your Life (And How to Find Yours)</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/stop-second-guessing-your-practical-roadmap-to-confident-decisions-using-human-design" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 7: Stop Second-Guessing: Your Practical Roadmap to Confident Decisions Using Human Design</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/the-shortcut-to-your-purpose-embody-your-personality-profile" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 6: The Shortcut to Your Purpose: Embody Your Personality Profile</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/human-design-centers-how-to-work-with-your-definition" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 8: Human Design Centers &amp; How to Work with Your Definition</a></li></ul><br/><p><strong>Want 20% off any single session reading??</strong> Leave us a 5 start rating and review to receive a special thank you 20% off! Just send a screenshot of your rating and review to <a href="mailto:nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com</a> and I'll respond back with your discount code</p><p>Say hey 👋 on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/nicole.guena/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@Nicole.guena</a></p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">NicoleGuena.com</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[http://nicoleguena.com]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">a9781ffa-bf98-45c0-b776-5518ecbd36ad</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/b210e0cf-d051-4da7-8f5f-6cf07f3b383c/0HHc1LH9i806kbVTtX9_ylUv.png"/><pubDate>Fri, 21 Nov 2025 13:30:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/a9781ffa-bf98-45c0-b776-5518ecbd36ad.mp3" length="102818715" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>53:33</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>true</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>28</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>28</podcast:episode></item><item><title>27. 5 Messages from Your Subconscious (Channeled Guidance for Your Uplevel)</title><itunes:title>27. 5 Messages from Your Subconscious (Channeled Guidance for Your Uplevel)</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<h3><em>The Subconscious Series – Part 2</em></h3><p>In today’s episode, I’m doing something I’ve&nbsp;<em>never</em>&nbsp;done before — I’m channeling&nbsp;<strong>five messages from your subconscious mind</strong>.</p><p>If you’re listening, it’s not an accident.</p><p>These messages are meant for you, exactly in this moment.</p><p>Inside the episode, I share:</p><ul><li>How I tuned into the&nbsp;<em>collective energy</em>&nbsp;of this community</li><li>What your subconscious is trying to get your conscious mind to finally see</li><li>Why certain patterns keep repeating… and how to work with them</li><li>The most important inner shift to make before anything in your outer world can change</li><li>The emotional and psychological side of subconscious work that no one talks about</li></ul><br/><p><strong>This episode was channeled straight through — practical, magical, and here to support your next level.</strong></p><p>Take a breath, open your heart, and let what’s meant for you land.</p><p>✨&nbsp;<em>Take what resonates, leave the rest.</em>&nbsp;✨</p><p>If this format speaks to you, I’d love to hear from you.</p><p>💫 New to Human Design? Start Here:</p><p><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/free-chart" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Pull your free Human Design chart</strong></a>&nbsp;and start receiving the&nbsp;<strong>Human Design Quick Start Email Series</strong>&nbsp;to help you understand your energy and decision-making style.</p><p><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/blog/human-design-types" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Explore the Quick Start Guide on the blog</strong></a><strong> - </strong>You'll start with your Energy Type and follow along through Authority, Profile, and Centers — all broken down clearly and practically.</p><p>🎧&nbsp;<strong>Listen to the Chart Basics episodes:</strong></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/blog/human-design-types" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 2: The 5 Energy Types That Could Transform Your Life (And How to Find Yours)</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/stop-second-guessing-your-practical-roadmap-to-confident-decisions-using-human-design" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 7: Stop Second-Guessing: Your Practical Roadmap to Confident Decisions Using Human Design</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/the-shortcut-to-your-purpose-embody-your-personality-profile" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 6: The Shortcut to Your Purpose: Embody Your Personality Profile</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/human-design-centers-how-to-work-with-your-definition" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 8: Human Design Centers &amp; How to Work with Your Definition</a></li></ul><br/><p><strong>Want 20% off any single session reading??</strong> Leave us a 5 start rating and review to receive a special thank you 20% off! Just send a screenshot of your rating and review to <a href="mailto:nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com</a> and I'll respond back with your discount code</p><p>Say hey 👋 on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/nicole.guena/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@Nicole.guena</a></p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">NicoleGuena.com</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<h3><em>The Subconscious Series – Part 2</em></h3><p>In today’s episode, I’m doing something I’ve&nbsp;<em>never</em>&nbsp;done before — I’m channeling&nbsp;<strong>five messages from your subconscious mind</strong>.</p><p>If you’re listening, it’s not an accident.</p><p>These messages are meant for you, exactly in this moment.</p><p>Inside the episode, I share:</p><ul><li>How I tuned into the&nbsp;<em>collective energy</em>&nbsp;of this community</li><li>What your subconscious is trying to get your conscious mind to finally see</li><li>Why certain patterns keep repeating… and how to work with them</li><li>The most important inner shift to make before anything in your outer world can change</li><li>The emotional and psychological side of subconscious work that no one talks about</li></ul><br/><p><strong>This episode was channeled straight through — practical, magical, and here to support your next level.</strong></p><p>Take a breath, open your heart, and let what’s meant for you land.</p><p>✨&nbsp;<em>Take what resonates, leave the rest.</em>&nbsp;✨</p><p>If this format speaks to you, I’d love to hear from you.</p><p>💫 New to Human Design? Start Here:</p><p><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/free-chart" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Pull your free Human Design chart</strong></a>&nbsp;and start receiving the&nbsp;<strong>Human Design Quick Start Email Series</strong>&nbsp;to help you understand your energy and decision-making style.</p><p><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/blog/human-design-types" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Explore the Quick Start Guide on the blog</strong></a><strong> - </strong>You'll start with your Energy Type and follow along through Authority, Profile, and Centers — all broken down clearly and practically.</p><p>🎧&nbsp;<strong>Listen to the Chart Basics episodes:</strong></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/blog/human-design-types" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 2: The 5 Energy Types That Could Transform Your Life (And How to Find Yours)</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/stop-second-guessing-your-practical-roadmap-to-confident-decisions-using-human-design" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 7: Stop Second-Guessing: Your Practical Roadmap to Confident Decisions Using Human Design</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/the-shortcut-to-your-purpose-embody-your-personality-profile" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 6: The Shortcut to Your Purpose: Embody Your Personality Profile</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/human-design-centers-how-to-work-with-your-definition" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 8: Human Design Centers &amp; How to Work with Your Definition</a></li></ul><br/><p><strong>Want 20% off any single session reading??</strong> Leave us a 5 start rating and review to receive a special thank you 20% off! Just send a screenshot of your rating and review to <a href="mailto:nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com</a> and I'll respond back with your discount code</p><p>Say hey 👋 on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/nicole.guena/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@Nicole.guena</a></p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">NicoleGuena.com</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[http://nicoleguena.com]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">754210eb-8132-425e-bb3b-f7a98774bf7e</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/b210e0cf-d051-4da7-8f5f-6cf07f3b383c/0HHc1LH9i806kbVTtX9_ylUv.png"/><pubDate>Fri, 14 Nov 2025 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/754210eb-8132-425e-bb3b-f7a98774bf7e.mp3" length="52982097" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>27:36</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>true</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>27</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>27</podcast:episode></item><item><title>26. The Hidden Programming That Runs 95% of Your Life</title><itunes:title>26. The Hidden Programming That Runs 95% of Your Life</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<h3><em>The Subconscious Series – Part 1</em></h3><p>What if your outer reality is actually a mirror of your inner world?</p><p>In this foundational episode, we’re exploring the subconscious — the hidden programming that quietly shapes how you think, feel, act, and experience life.</p><p>You’ll learn how your subconscious forms between ages 0–7, why it runs about 95% of your life on autopilot, and what it really means when your conscious desires and subconscious beliefs don’t match (hint: the subconscious always wins).</p><p>This conversation will help you see why “mindset work” isn’t enough — and how real transformation begins when you uncover and rewire the beliefs beneath the surface.</p><h3>In this episode, we’ll explore:</h3><p>✨ Why your reality reflects your subconscious beliefs</p><p>🧠 What’s actually happening in your mind from ages 0–7</p><p>🌙 How your Inner Child and Shadow hold keys to subconscious patterns</p><p>💫 Why awareness isn’t linear — it’s a spiral of deepening understanding</p><p>🪶 The difference between&nbsp;<em>essence</em>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<em>conditioning</em></p><p>🔑 How your Human Design reveals what’s naturally&nbsp;<em>you</em>&nbsp;vs. what’s absorbed</p><p>🪞 Why your reality is&nbsp;<em>feedback</em>, not failure</p><p>_</p><p>💫 New to Human Design? Start Here:</p><p><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/free-chart" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Pull your free Human Design chart</strong></a>&nbsp;and start receiving the&nbsp;<strong>Human Design Quick Start Email Series</strong>&nbsp;to help you understand your energy and decision-making style.</p><p><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/blog/human-design-types" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Explore the Quick Start Guide on the blog</strong></a><strong> - </strong>You'll start with your Energy Type and follow along through Authority, Profile, and Centers — all broken down clearly and practically.</p><p>🎧&nbsp;<strong>Listen to the Chart Basics episodes:</strong></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/blog/human-design-types" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 2: The 5 Energy Types That Could Transform Your Life (And How to Find Yours)</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/stop-second-guessing-your-practical-roadmap-to-confident-decisions-using-human-design" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 7: Stop Second-Guessing: Your Practical Roadmap to Confident Decisions Using Human Design</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/the-shortcut-to-your-purpose-embody-your-personality-profile" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 6: The Shortcut to Your Purpose: Embody Your Personality Profile</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/human-design-centers-how-to-work-with-your-definition" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 8: Human Design Centers &amp; How to Work with Your Definition</a></li></ul><br/><p><strong>Want 20% off any single session reading??</strong> Leave us a 5 start rating and review to receive a special thank you 20% off! Just send a screenshot of your rating and review to <a href="mailto:nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com</a> and I'll respond back with your discount code</p><p>Say hey 👋 on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/nicole.guena/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@Nicole.guena</a></p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">NicoleGuena.com</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<h3><em>The Subconscious Series – Part 1</em></h3><p>What if your outer reality is actually a mirror of your inner world?</p><p>In this foundational episode, we’re exploring the subconscious — the hidden programming that quietly shapes how you think, feel, act, and experience life.</p><p>You’ll learn how your subconscious forms between ages 0–7, why it runs about 95% of your life on autopilot, and what it really means when your conscious desires and subconscious beliefs don’t match (hint: the subconscious always wins).</p><p>This conversation will help you see why “mindset work” isn’t enough — and how real transformation begins when you uncover and rewire the beliefs beneath the surface.</p><h3>In this episode, we’ll explore:</h3><p>✨ Why your reality reflects your subconscious beliefs</p><p>🧠 What’s actually happening in your mind from ages 0–7</p><p>🌙 How your Inner Child and Shadow hold keys to subconscious patterns</p><p>💫 Why awareness isn’t linear — it’s a spiral of deepening understanding</p><p>🪶 The difference between&nbsp;<em>essence</em>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<em>conditioning</em></p><p>🔑 How your Human Design reveals what’s naturally&nbsp;<em>you</em>&nbsp;vs. what’s absorbed</p><p>🪞 Why your reality is&nbsp;<em>feedback</em>, not failure</p><p>_</p><p>💫 New to Human Design? Start Here:</p><p><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/free-chart" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Pull your free Human Design chart</strong></a>&nbsp;and start receiving the&nbsp;<strong>Human Design Quick Start Email Series</strong>&nbsp;to help you understand your energy and decision-making style.</p><p><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/blog/human-design-types" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Explore the Quick Start Guide on the blog</strong></a><strong> - </strong>You'll start with your Energy Type and follow along through Authority, Profile, and Centers — all broken down clearly and practically.</p><p>🎧&nbsp;<strong>Listen to the Chart Basics episodes:</strong></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/blog/human-design-types" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 2: The 5 Energy Types That Could Transform Your Life (And How to Find Yours)</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/stop-second-guessing-your-practical-roadmap-to-confident-decisions-using-human-design" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 7: Stop Second-Guessing: Your Practical Roadmap to Confident Decisions Using Human Design</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/the-shortcut-to-your-purpose-embody-your-personality-profile" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 6: The Shortcut to Your Purpose: Embody Your Personality Profile</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/human-design-centers-how-to-work-with-your-definition" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 8: Human Design Centers &amp; How to Work with Your Definition</a></li></ul><br/><p><strong>Want 20% off any single session reading??</strong> Leave us a 5 start rating and review to receive a special thank you 20% off! Just send a screenshot of your rating and review to <a href="mailto:nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com</a> and I'll respond back with your discount code</p><p>Say hey 👋 on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/nicole.guena/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@Nicole.guena</a></p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">NicoleGuena.com</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[http://nicoleguena.com]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">65ffdb12-51e8-4294-a070-e3e2013863fb</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/b210e0cf-d051-4da7-8f5f-6cf07f3b383c/0HHc1LH9i806kbVTtX9_ylUv.png"/><pubDate>Fri, 07 Nov 2025 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/65ffdb12-51e8-4294-a070-e3e2013863fb.mp3" length="55502391" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>28:54</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>true</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>26</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>26</podcast:episode></item><item><title>25. 5 Signs You’re Resisting What’s Next</title><itunes:title>25. 5 Signs You’re Resisting What’s Next</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Ever feel like you&nbsp;<em>know</em>&nbsp;what’s not working, but the thought of changing feels terrifying? Like you’re in the messy middle — stuck between the old way that’s no longer working and the new way that feels too vulnerable to trust?</p><p>You’re not alone. ✨</p><p>In this episode, I’m diving into 5 sneaky signs of resistance that perfectionism often disguises:</p><ul><li><strong>Rules</strong>&nbsp;→ Clinging to formulas and “shoulds,” hoping they’ll guarantee results.</li><li><strong>Past Self</strong>&nbsp;→ Beating yourself up for not doing it sooner, or fearing starting over.</li><li><strong>Forced Action</strong>&nbsp;→ Hustling to control outcomes instead of trusting alignment.</li><li><strong>Judgment</strong>&nbsp;→ Worrying what others will think if you pivot or slow down.</li><li><strong>Potential</strong>&nbsp;→ Staying in overwhelm, indecision, or procrastination to avoid failure.</li></ul><br/><p>I share real stories — from dieting rules that never worked, to the fear of asking for support, to clients stuck in confusion — to show you how these patterns show up again and again in both life and business.</p><p>💡 Here’s the reframe: these aren’t failures. They’re invitations. And when you shift them, you create space for ease, flow, and alignment to lead the way.</p><h3>Inside this episode, you’ll learn:</h3><ul><li>Why resisting change is tied to perfectionism + self-protection</li><li>How to spot the 5 most common ways resistance shows up</li><li>Simple shifts to reframe fear into possibility</li><li>Why you’re never “too late” — you’re always right on time</li></ul><br/><h3>Ready to do this work with support?</h3><p>These patterns don’t disappear after one aha moment. They keep showing up, especially in business where your livelihood and passion collide.</p><p>That’s why I created the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/energetic-business-collective" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Energetic Business Collective (EBC)</strong></a>&nbsp;— a group program where we use Human Design as a map to navigate the messy middle together. Inside, you’ll learn how to:</p><ul><li>Spot and reframe perfectionism in real time</li><li>Build a business that works with your energy (not against it)</li><li>Feel safe doing things differently with a community that&nbsp;<em>gets it</em></li></ul><br/><p>Enrollment closes on&nbsp;<strong>Monday, September 22.</strong></p><p>A perfect turning point to step into your next chapter.</p><p>_</p><p>💫 New to Human Design? Start Here:</p><p><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/free-chart" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Pull your free Human Design chart</strong></a>&nbsp;and start receiving the&nbsp;<strong>Human Design Quick Start Email Series</strong>&nbsp;to help you understand your energy and decision-making style.</p><p><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/blog/human-design-types" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Explore the Quick Start Guide on the blog</strong></a><strong> - </strong>You'll start with your Energy Type and follow along through Authority, Profile, and Centers — all broken down clearly and practically.</p><p>🎧&nbsp;<strong>Listen to the Chart Basics episodes:</strong></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/blog/human-design-types" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 2: The 5 Energy Types That Could Transform Your Life (And How to Find Yours)</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/stop-second-guessing-your-practical-roadmap-to-confident-decisions-using-human-design" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 7: Stop Second-Guessing: Your Practical Roadmap to Confident Decisions Using Human Design</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/the-shortcut-to-your-purpose-embody-your-personality-profile" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 6: The Shortcut to Your Purpose: Embody Your Personality Profile</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/human-design-centers-how-to-work-with-your-definition" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 8: Human Design Centers &amp; How to Work with Your Definition</a></li></ul><br/><p><strong>Want 20% off any single session reading??</strong> Leave us a 5 start rating and review to receive a special thank you 20% off! Just send a screenshot of your rating and review to <a href="mailto:nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com</a> and I'll respond back with your discount code</p><p>Say hey 👋 on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/nicole.guena/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@Nicole.guena</a></p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">NicoleGuena.com</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Ever feel like you&nbsp;<em>know</em>&nbsp;what’s not working, but the thought of changing feels terrifying? Like you’re in the messy middle — stuck between the old way that’s no longer working and the new way that feels too vulnerable to trust?</p><p>You’re not alone. ✨</p><p>In this episode, I’m diving into 5 sneaky signs of resistance that perfectionism often disguises:</p><ul><li><strong>Rules</strong>&nbsp;→ Clinging to formulas and “shoulds,” hoping they’ll guarantee results.</li><li><strong>Past Self</strong>&nbsp;→ Beating yourself up for not doing it sooner, or fearing starting over.</li><li><strong>Forced Action</strong>&nbsp;→ Hustling to control outcomes instead of trusting alignment.</li><li><strong>Judgment</strong>&nbsp;→ Worrying what others will think if you pivot or slow down.</li><li><strong>Potential</strong>&nbsp;→ Staying in overwhelm, indecision, or procrastination to avoid failure.</li></ul><br/><p>I share real stories — from dieting rules that never worked, to the fear of asking for support, to clients stuck in confusion — to show you how these patterns show up again and again in both life and business.</p><p>💡 Here’s the reframe: these aren’t failures. They’re invitations. And when you shift them, you create space for ease, flow, and alignment to lead the way.</p><h3>Inside this episode, you’ll learn:</h3><ul><li>Why resisting change is tied to perfectionism + self-protection</li><li>How to spot the 5 most common ways resistance shows up</li><li>Simple shifts to reframe fear into possibility</li><li>Why you’re never “too late” — you’re always right on time</li></ul><br/><h3>Ready to do this work with support?</h3><p>These patterns don’t disappear after one aha moment. They keep showing up, especially in business where your livelihood and passion collide.</p><p>That’s why I created the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/energetic-business-collective" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Energetic Business Collective (EBC)</strong></a>&nbsp;— a group program where we use Human Design as a map to navigate the messy middle together. Inside, you’ll learn how to:</p><ul><li>Spot and reframe perfectionism in real time</li><li>Build a business that works with your energy (not against it)</li><li>Feel safe doing things differently with a community that&nbsp;<em>gets it</em></li></ul><br/><p>Enrollment closes on&nbsp;<strong>Monday, September 22.</strong></p><p>A perfect turning point to step into your next chapter.</p><p>_</p><p>💫 New to Human Design? Start Here:</p><p><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/free-chart" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Pull your free Human Design chart</strong></a>&nbsp;and start receiving the&nbsp;<strong>Human Design Quick Start Email Series</strong>&nbsp;to help you understand your energy and decision-making style.</p><p><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/blog/human-design-types" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Explore the Quick Start Guide on the blog</strong></a><strong> - </strong>You'll start with your Energy Type and follow along through Authority, Profile, and Centers — all broken down clearly and practically.</p><p>🎧&nbsp;<strong>Listen to the Chart Basics episodes:</strong></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/blog/human-design-types" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 2: The 5 Energy Types That Could Transform Your Life (And How to Find Yours)</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/stop-second-guessing-your-practical-roadmap-to-confident-decisions-using-human-design" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 7: Stop Second-Guessing: Your Practical Roadmap to Confident Decisions Using Human Design</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/the-shortcut-to-your-purpose-embody-your-personality-profile" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 6: The Shortcut to Your Purpose: Embody Your Personality Profile</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/human-design-centers-how-to-work-with-your-definition" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 8: Human Design Centers &amp; How to Work with Your Definition</a></li></ul><br/><p><strong>Want 20% off any single session reading??</strong> Leave us a 5 start rating and review to receive a special thank you 20% off! Just send a screenshot of your rating and review to <a href="mailto:nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com</a> and I'll respond back with your discount code</p><p>Say hey 👋 on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/nicole.guena/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@Nicole.guena</a></p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">NicoleGuena.com</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[http://nicoleguena.com]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">81220b2a-0ed8-44ee-bd26-0ac0fac04328</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/b210e0cf-d051-4da7-8f5f-6cf07f3b383c/0HHc1LH9i806kbVTtX9_ylUv.png"/><pubDate>Wed, 17 Sep 2025 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/81220b2a-0ed8-44ee-bd26-0ac0fac04328.mp3" length="85271116" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>44:25</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>true</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>25</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>25</podcast:episode></item><item><title>24. 5 Human Design Gates That Keep Entrepreneurs Stuck</title><itunes:title>24. 5 Human Design Gates That Keep Entrepreneurs Stuck</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Ready to find out if you have these gates and shift these shadows into strengths?</p><p>In this episode, I’m sharing five Human Design shadows that entrepreneurs often bump up against. These patterns can keep you stuck in hustle, doubt, or burnout — but they’re also the exact keys to unlocking more flow, freedom, and alignment in your business.</p><p>You’ll hear stories, real-life examples, and the deeper energetic shifts that help you step out of the cage you’ve created for yourself and finally run your business in a way that feels like&nbsp;<em>you.</em></p><p>👉 This is exactly the kind of work we explore inside the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/energetic-business-collective" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Energetic Business Collective</a>&nbsp;— where you’ll learn to apply your design to your business so it actually supports your energy, not drains it.</p><p>_</p><p>💫 New to Human Design? Start Here:</p><p><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/free-chart" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Pull your free Human Design chart</strong></a>&nbsp;and start receiving the&nbsp;<strong>Human Design Quick Start Email Series</strong>&nbsp;to help you understand your energy and decision-making style.</p><p><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/blog/human-design-types" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Explore the Quick Start Guide on the blog</strong></a><strong> - </strong>You'll start with your Energy Type and follow along through Authority, Profile, and Centers — all broken down clearly and practically.</p><p>🎧&nbsp;<strong>Listen to the Chart Basics episodes:</strong></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/blog/human-design-types" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 2: The 5 Energy Types That Could Transform Your Life (And How to Find Yours)</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/stop-second-guessing-your-practical-roadmap-to-confident-decisions-using-human-design" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 7: Stop Second-Guessing: Your Practical Roadmap to Confident Decisions Using Human Design</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/the-shortcut-to-your-purpose-embody-your-personality-profile" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 6: The Shortcut to Your Purpose: Embody Your Personality Profile</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/human-design-centers-how-to-work-with-your-definition" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 8: Human Design Centers &amp; How to Work with Your Definition</a></li></ul><br/><p><strong>Want 20% off any single session reading??</strong> Leave us a 5 start rating and review to receive a special thank you 20% off! Just send a screenshot of your rating and review to <a href="mailto:nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com</a> and I'll respond back with your discount code</p><p>Say hey 👋 on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/nicole.guena/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@Nicole.guena</a></p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">NicoleGuena.com</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Ready to find out if you have these gates and shift these shadows into strengths?</p><p>In this episode, I’m sharing five Human Design shadows that entrepreneurs often bump up against. These patterns can keep you stuck in hustle, doubt, or burnout — but they’re also the exact keys to unlocking more flow, freedom, and alignment in your business.</p><p>You’ll hear stories, real-life examples, and the deeper energetic shifts that help you step out of the cage you’ve created for yourself and finally run your business in a way that feels like&nbsp;<em>you.</em></p><p>👉 This is exactly the kind of work we explore inside the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/energetic-business-collective" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Energetic Business Collective</a>&nbsp;— where you’ll learn to apply your design to your business so it actually supports your energy, not drains it.</p><p>_</p><p>💫 New to Human Design? Start Here:</p><p><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/free-chart" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Pull your free Human Design chart</strong></a>&nbsp;and start receiving the&nbsp;<strong>Human Design Quick Start Email Series</strong>&nbsp;to help you understand your energy and decision-making style.</p><p><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/blog/human-design-types" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Explore the Quick Start Guide on the blog</strong></a><strong> - </strong>You'll start with your Energy Type and follow along through Authority, Profile, and Centers — all broken down clearly and practically.</p><p>🎧&nbsp;<strong>Listen to the Chart Basics episodes:</strong></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/blog/human-design-types" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 2: The 5 Energy Types That Could Transform Your Life (And How to Find Yours)</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/stop-second-guessing-your-practical-roadmap-to-confident-decisions-using-human-design" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 7: Stop Second-Guessing: Your Practical Roadmap to Confident Decisions Using Human Design</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/the-shortcut-to-your-purpose-embody-your-personality-profile" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 6: The Shortcut to Your Purpose: Embody Your Personality Profile</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/human-design-centers-how-to-work-with-your-definition" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 8: Human Design Centers &amp; How to Work with Your Definition</a></li></ul><br/><p><strong>Want 20% off any single session reading??</strong> Leave us a 5 start rating and review to receive a special thank you 20% off! Just send a screenshot of your rating and review to <a href="mailto:nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com</a> and I'll respond back with your discount code</p><p>Say hey 👋 on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/nicole.guena/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@Nicole.guena</a></p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">NicoleGuena.com</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[http://nicoleguena.com]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">40f8902d-5699-4fc5-ab21-62b8099e1104</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/b210e0cf-d051-4da7-8f5f-6cf07f3b383c/0HHc1LH9i806kbVTtX9_ylUv.png"/><pubDate>Fri, 12 Sep 2025 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/40f8902d-5699-4fc5-ab21-62b8099e1104.mp3" length="77852341" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>40:33</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>true</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>24</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>24</podcast:episode></item><item><title>23. Slowing Down to Speed Up: The Antidote to Hustle Culture</title><itunes:title>23. Slowing Down to Speed Up: The Antidote to Hustle Culture</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Do you ever feel like you’re running faster and faster but not actually getting anywhere?</p><p>Like you’re doing all the things, checking all the boxes, pushing harder… and still not feeling satisfied?</p><p>That’s the hamster wheel so many of us get stuck on — and Human Design gives us a way off.</p><p>In this episode, I’m sharing how to shift out of the pressure of hustle and back into alignment with your natural energy. We’ll explore:</p><ul><li>Why hustle culture is keeping you stuck</li><li>The role of your Human Design Type + Strategy (and how to actually use them)</li><li>What your internal compass looks like when you’re aligned vs. misaligned</li><li>How to recognize the signs your body is giving you — and trust them</li><li>Why slowing down is actually the first step to moving forward with clarity, energy, and confidence</li></ul><br/><p>Whether it’s in your career, relationships, business, or daily life — these patterns show up everywhere. And the more you practice working with your design, the more you’ll find that ease, trust, and even joy are available.</p><p>If you're ready to get off the hamster wheel in business - check out <a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/energetic-business-collective" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Energetic Business Collective</a>. 🧨 Burn the rulebook and build a business that feels like you. </p><p>_</p><p>💫 New to Human Design? Start Here:</p><p><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/free-chart" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Pull your free Human Design chart</strong></a>&nbsp;and start receiving the&nbsp;<strong>Human Design Quick Start Email Series</strong>&nbsp;to help you understand your energy and decision-making style.</p><p><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/blog/human-design-types" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Explore the Quick Start Guide on the blog</strong></a><strong> - </strong>You'll start with your Energy Type and follow along through Authority, Profile, and Centers — all broken down clearly and practically.</p><p>🎧&nbsp;<strong>Listen to the Chart Basics episodes:</strong></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/blog/human-design-types" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 2: The 5 Energy Types That Could Transform Your Life (And How to Find Yours)</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/stop-second-guessing-your-practical-roadmap-to-confident-decisions-using-human-design" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 7: Stop Second-Guessing: Your Practical Roadmap to Confident Decisions Using Human Design</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/the-shortcut-to-your-purpose-embody-your-personality-profile" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 6: The Shortcut to Your Purpose: Embody Your Personality Profile</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/human-design-centers-how-to-work-with-your-definition" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 8: Human Design Centers &amp; How to Work with Your Definition</a></li></ul><br/><p><strong>Want 20% off any single session reading??</strong> Leave us a 5 start rating and review to receive a special thank you 20% off! Just send a screenshot of your rating and review to <a href="mailto:nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com</a> and I'll respond back with your discount code</p><p>Say hey 👋 on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/nicole.guena/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@Nicole.guena</a></p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">NicoleGuena.com</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Do you ever feel like you’re running faster and faster but not actually getting anywhere?</p><p>Like you’re doing all the things, checking all the boxes, pushing harder… and still not feeling satisfied?</p><p>That’s the hamster wheel so many of us get stuck on — and Human Design gives us a way off.</p><p>In this episode, I’m sharing how to shift out of the pressure of hustle and back into alignment with your natural energy. We’ll explore:</p><ul><li>Why hustle culture is keeping you stuck</li><li>The role of your Human Design Type + Strategy (and how to actually use them)</li><li>What your internal compass looks like when you’re aligned vs. misaligned</li><li>How to recognize the signs your body is giving you — and trust them</li><li>Why slowing down is actually the first step to moving forward with clarity, energy, and confidence</li></ul><br/><p>Whether it’s in your career, relationships, business, or daily life — these patterns show up everywhere. And the more you practice working with your design, the more you’ll find that ease, trust, and even joy are available.</p><p>If you're ready to get off the hamster wheel in business - check out <a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/energetic-business-collective" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Energetic Business Collective</a>. 🧨 Burn the rulebook and build a business that feels like you. </p><p>_</p><p>💫 New to Human Design? Start Here:</p><p><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/free-chart" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Pull your free Human Design chart</strong></a>&nbsp;and start receiving the&nbsp;<strong>Human Design Quick Start Email Series</strong>&nbsp;to help you understand your energy and decision-making style.</p><p><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/blog/human-design-types" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Explore the Quick Start Guide on the blog</strong></a><strong> - </strong>You'll start with your Energy Type and follow along through Authority, Profile, and Centers — all broken down clearly and practically.</p><p>🎧&nbsp;<strong>Listen to the Chart Basics episodes:</strong></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/blog/human-design-types" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 2: The 5 Energy Types That Could Transform Your Life (And How to Find Yours)</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/stop-second-guessing-your-practical-roadmap-to-confident-decisions-using-human-design" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 7: Stop Second-Guessing: Your Practical Roadmap to Confident Decisions Using Human Design</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/the-shortcut-to-your-purpose-embody-your-personality-profile" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 6: The Shortcut to Your Purpose: Embody Your Personality Profile</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/human-design-centers-how-to-work-with-your-definition" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 8: Human Design Centers &amp; How to Work with Your Definition</a></li></ul><br/><p><strong>Want 20% off any single session reading??</strong> Leave us a 5 start rating and review to receive a special thank you 20% off! Just send a screenshot of your rating and review to <a href="mailto:nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com</a> and I'll respond back with your discount code</p><p>Say hey 👋 on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/nicole.guena/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@Nicole.guena</a></p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">NicoleGuena.com</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[http://nicoleguena.com]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">ad0a25cb-74aa-4523-a34e-2d29ddee114d</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/b210e0cf-d051-4da7-8f5f-6cf07f3b383c/0HHc1LH9i806kbVTtX9_ylUv.png"/><pubDate>Fri, 05 Sep 2025 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/ad0a25cb-74aa-4523-a34e-2d29ddee114d.mp3" length="107717197" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>56:06</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>true</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>23</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>23</podcast:episode></item><item><title>22. Embracing the Magic of Mediumship, Death, and Deep Feeling with Alexandra Shelly</title><itunes:title>22. Embracing the Magic of Mediumship, Death, and Deep Feeling with Alexandra Shelly</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>In this episode, I’m joined by the radiant Alexandra Shelly — a modern medium, intuitive mentor, Reiki healer, and death doula — for a heart-opening and soul-stirring conversation.</p><p>Alex shares how she transitioned from agency copywriter to full-time intuitive practitioner, and how the death of her uncle initiated her powerful calling to become a death doula. We talk about what it means to work with spirit in a grounded, ethical way — and why death, grief, and big emotions aren’t things to be feared, but sacred portals for transformation.</p><p>This one is raw, wise, and surprisingly joyful.</p><p>We cover:</p><ul><li>Alex’s first intuitive experiences — and the&nbsp;<em>moment</em>&nbsp;she knew she was a medium</li><li>What being a death doula really means (and why it supports the&nbsp;<em>living</em>&nbsp;too)</li><li>How to feel safe in your body when you’re processing deep emotion</li><li>Sex magic, embodiment, and feeling your full range without shame</li><li>Why radical compassion literally rewires your brain and unlocks your intuition</li><li>How Alex weaves mediumship, Reiki, and mentorship into powerful healing containers</li><li>The truth about “bad energy” and why spiritual sovereignty matters</li></ul><br/><p>Connect with Alex:</p><ul><li>Website:<a href="https://www.themodernmedium.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> themodernmedium.com</a></li><li>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/themodernmedium_/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@themodernmedium_</a></li></ul><br/><p>_</p><p>💫 New to Human Design? Start Here:</p><p><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/free-chart" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Pull your free Human Design chart</strong></a>&nbsp;and start receiving the&nbsp;<strong>Human Design Quick Start Email Series</strong>&nbsp;to help you understand your energy and decision-making style.</p><p><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/blog/human-design-types" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Explore the Quick Start Guide on the blog</strong></a><strong> - </strong>You'll start with your Energy Type and follow along through Authority, Profile, and Centers — all broken down clearly and practically.</p><p>🎧&nbsp;<strong>Listen to the Chart Basics episodes:</strong></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/blog/human-design-types" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 2: The 5 Energy Types That Could Transform Your Life (And How to Find Yours)</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/stop-second-guessing-your-practical-roadmap-to-confident-decisions-using-human-design" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 7: Stop Second-Guessing: Your Practical Roadmap to Confident Decisions Using Human Design</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/the-shortcut-to-your-purpose-embody-your-personality-profile" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 6: The Shortcut to Your Purpose: Embody Your Personality Profile</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/human-design-centers-how-to-work-with-your-definition" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 8: Human Design Centers &amp; How to Work with Your Definition</a></li></ul><br/><p><strong>Want 20% off any single session reading??</strong> Leave us a 5 start rating and review to receive a special thank you 20% off! Just send a screenshot of your rating and review to <a href="mailto:nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com</a> and I'll respond back with your discount code</p><p>Say hey 👋 on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/nicole.guena/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@Nicole.guena</a></p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">NicoleGuena.com</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In this episode, I’m joined by the radiant Alexandra Shelly — a modern medium, intuitive mentor, Reiki healer, and death doula — for a heart-opening and soul-stirring conversation.</p><p>Alex shares how she transitioned from agency copywriter to full-time intuitive practitioner, and how the death of her uncle initiated her powerful calling to become a death doula. We talk about what it means to work with spirit in a grounded, ethical way — and why death, grief, and big emotions aren’t things to be feared, but sacred portals for transformation.</p><p>This one is raw, wise, and surprisingly joyful.</p><p>We cover:</p><ul><li>Alex’s first intuitive experiences — and the&nbsp;<em>moment</em>&nbsp;she knew she was a medium</li><li>What being a death doula really means (and why it supports the&nbsp;<em>living</em>&nbsp;too)</li><li>How to feel safe in your body when you’re processing deep emotion</li><li>Sex magic, embodiment, and feeling your full range without shame</li><li>Why radical compassion literally rewires your brain and unlocks your intuition</li><li>How Alex weaves mediumship, Reiki, and mentorship into powerful healing containers</li><li>The truth about “bad energy” and why spiritual sovereignty matters</li></ul><br/><p>Connect with Alex:</p><ul><li>Website:<a href="https://www.themodernmedium.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> themodernmedium.com</a></li><li>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/themodernmedium_/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@themodernmedium_</a></li></ul><br/><p>_</p><p>💫 New to Human Design? Start Here:</p><p><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/free-chart" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Pull your free Human Design chart</strong></a>&nbsp;and start receiving the&nbsp;<strong>Human Design Quick Start Email Series</strong>&nbsp;to help you understand your energy and decision-making style.</p><p><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/blog/human-design-types" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Explore the Quick Start Guide on the blog</strong></a><strong> - </strong>You'll start with your Energy Type and follow along through Authority, Profile, and Centers — all broken down clearly and practically.</p><p>🎧&nbsp;<strong>Listen to the Chart Basics episodes:</strong></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/blog/human-design-types" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 2: The 5 Energy Types That Could Transform Your Life (And How to Find Yours)</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/stop-second-guessing-your-practical-roadmap-to-confident-decisions-using-human-design" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 7: Stop Second-Guessing: Your Practical Roadmap to Confident Decisions Using Human Design</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/the-shortcut-to-your-purpose-embody-your-personality-profile" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 6: The Shortcut to Your Purpose: Embody Your Personality Profile</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/human-design-centers-how-to-work-with-your-definition" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 8: Human Design Centers &amp; How to Work with Your Definition</a></li></ul><br/><p><strong>Want 20% off any single session reading??</strong> Leave us a 5 start rating and review to receive a special thank you 20% off! Just send a screenshot of your rating and review to <a href="mailto:nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com</a> and I'll respond back with your discount code</p><p>Say hey 👋 on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/nicole.guena/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@Nicole.guena</a></p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">NicoleGuena.com</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[http://nicoleguena.com]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">f36cfa9a-ee44-42f0-853c-58331a971025</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/b210e0cf-d051-4da7-8f5f-6cf07f3b383c/0HHc1LH9i806kbVTtX9_ylUv.png"/><pubDate>Fri, 15 Aug 2025 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/f36cfa9a-ee44-42f0-853c-58331a971025.mp3" length="116086412" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:00:28</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>true</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>22</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>22</podcast:episode></item><item><title>21. There’s Nothing Wrong With You: Human Design Through Times of Change</title><itunes:title>21. There’s Nothing Wrong With You: Human Design Through Times of Change</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>In this special episode, I'm sharing a recent conversation I had on the&nbsp;<em>High Vibe Divorce Podcast</em>&nbsp;— because it's one of the best examples of how deeply validating and practical Human Design can be when you're going through a big life transition.</p><p>We covered everything from the basics of the 5 Human Design Types and Strategy to emotional waves, willpower and how to know if you’re off track.</p><p>Whether you're new to Human Design or you just need a reminder that there's nothing wrong with you, this is your episode.</p><p>We talk about:</p><ul><li>What Human Design actually is (and what it’s not)</li><li>Why your energy Type is the first place to start</li><li>The emotions that show up when you’re off track — and how to course-correct</li><li>Why so many of us are conditioned to believe our natural way of being is “wrong”</li><li>How the emotional center and willpower center impact your relationships and decisions</li><li>The six Profile Lines — and how they reflect your role, gifts, and learning style</li><li>How Human Design gave Melissa the clarity to leave a career, start a business, and feel more like herself than ever</li></ul><br/><p>🎧 If you've ever doubted yourself, felt "too much," or wondered if you're doing life wrong — Human Design might be the giant permission slip you've been waiting for.</p><p>Connect with Melissa:</p><ul><li>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/highvibedivorce/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@highvibedivorce</a></li><li>Podcast: <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/high-vibe-divorce/id1755033191" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">High Vibe Divorce</a></li><li>Website <a href="https://HighVibeMediation.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">HighVibeMediation.com</a></li><li>Melissa's on the Practical Magic Podcast: <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/practical-magic/id1547036395?i=1000698247993" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">10. The Transformative Power of Grief: Facing Struggle Head-On with Melissa Farag</a></li></ul><br/><p>_</p><p>💫 New to Human Design? Start Here:</p><p><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/free-chart" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Pull your free Human Design chart</strong></a>&nbsp;and start receiving the&nbsp;<strong>Human Design Quick Start Email Series</strong>&nbsp;to help you understand your energy and decision-making style.</p><p><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/blog/human-design-types" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Explore the Quick Start Guide on the blog</strong></a><strong> - </strong>You'll start with your Energy Type and follow along through Authority, Profile, and Centers — all broken down clearly and practically.</p><p>🎧&nbsp;<strong>Listen to the Chart Basics episodes:</strong></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/blog/human-design-types" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 2: The 5 Energy Types That Could Transform Your Life (And How to Find Yours)</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/stop-second-guessing-your-practical-roadmap-to-confident-decisions-using-human-design" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 7: Stop Second-Guessing: Your Practical Roadmap to Confident Decisions Using Human Design</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/the-shortcut-to-your-purpose-embody-your-personality-profile" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 6: The Shortcut to Your Purpose: Embody Your Personality Profile</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/human-design-centers-how-to-work-with-your-definition" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 8: Human Design Centers &amp; How to Work with Your Definition</a></li></ul><br/><p><strong>Want 20% off any single session reading??</strong> Leave us a 5 start rating and review to receive a special thank you 20% off! Just send a screenshot of your rating and review to <a href="mailto:nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com</a> and I'll respond back with your discount code</p><p>Say hey 👋 on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/nicole.guena/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@Nicole.guena</a></p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">NicoleGuena.com</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In this special episode, I'm sharing a recent conversation I had on the&nbsp;<em>High Vibe Divorce Podcast</em>&nbsp;— because it's one of the best examples of how deeply validating and practical Human Design can be when you're going through a big life transition.</p><p>We covered everything from the basics of the 5 Human Design Types and Strategy to emotional waves, willpower and how to know if you’re off track.</p><p>Whether you're new to Human Design or you just need a reminder that there's nothing wrong with you, this is your episode.</p><p>We talk about:</p><ul><li>What Human Design actually is (and what it’s not)</li><li>Why your energy Type is the first place to start</li><li>The emotions that show up when you’re off track — and how to course-correct</li><li>Why so many of us are conditioned to believe our natural way of being is “wrong”</li><li>How the emotional center and willpower center impact your relationships and decisions</li><li>The six Profile Lines — and how they reflect your role, gifts, and learning style</li><li>How Human Design gave Melissa the clarity to leave a career, start a business, and feel more like herself than ever</li></ul><br/><p>🎧 If you've ever doubted yourself, felt "too much," or wondered if you're doing life wrong — Human Design might be the giant permission slip you've been waiting for.</p><p>Connect with Melissa:</p><ul><li>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/highvibedivorce/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@highvibedivorce</a></li><li>Podcast: <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/high-vibe-divorce/id1755033191" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">High Vibe Divorce</a></li><li>Website <a href="https://HighVibeMediation.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">HighVibeMediation.com</a></li><li>Melissa's on the Practical Magic Podcast: <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/practical-magic/id1547036395?i=1000698247993" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">10. The Transformative Power of Grief: Facing Struggle Head-On with Melissa Farag</a></li></ul><br/><p>_</p><p>💫 New to Human Design? Start Here:</p><p><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/free-chart" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Pull your free Human Design chart</strong></a>&nbsp;and start receiving the&nbsp;<strong>Human Design Quick Start Email Series</strong>&nbsp;to help you understand your energy and decision-making style.</p><p><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/blog/human-design-types" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Explore the Quick Start Guide on the blog</strong></a><strong> - </strong>You'll start with your Energy Type and follow along through Authority, Profile, and Centers — all broken down clearly and practically.</p><p>🎧&nbsp;<strong>Listen to the Chart Basics episodes:</strong></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/blog/human-design-types" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 2: The 5 Energy Types That Could Transform Your Life (And How to Find Yours)</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/stop-second-guessing-your-practical-roadmap-to-confident-decisions-using-human-design" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 7: Stop Second-Guessing: Your Practical Roadmap to Confident Decisions Using Human Design</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/the-shortcut-to-your-purpose-embody-your-personality-profile" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 6: The Shortcut to Your Purpose: Embody Your Personality Profile</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/human-design-centers-how-to-work-with-your-definition" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 8: Human Design Centers &amp; How to Work with Your Definition</a></li></ul><br/><p><strong>Want 20% off any single session reading??</strong> Leave us a 5 start rating and review to receive a special thank you 20% off! Just send a screenshot of your rating and review to <a href="mailto:nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com</a> and I'll respond back with your discount code</p><p>Say hey 👋 on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/nicole.guena/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@Nicole.guena</a></p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">NicoleGuena.com</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[http://nicoleguena.com]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">a73230d3-1d7c-4d28-bd24-565baeba419a</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/b210e0cf-d051-4da7-8f5f-6cf07f3b383c/0HHc1LH9i806kbVTtX9_ylUv.png"/><pubDate>Fri, 08 Aug 2025 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/a73230d3-1d7c-4d28-bd24-565baeba419a.mp3" length="106861217" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>55:39</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>true</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>21</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>21</podcast:episode></item><item><title>20. Can You Heal Without Talking About It? Exploring Astral Reiki with Scarlett Seebach</title><itunes:title>20. Can You Heal Without Talking About It? Exploring Astral Reiki with Scarlett Seebach</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Today I’m joined by Scarlett, Reiki Master, 5/1 Manifestor, and creator of Astral Reiki—a unique form of energy healing that blends traditional Reiki with astral projection.</p><p>Scarlett shares how her journey from chronic inflammation and emotional burnout led her to develop this powerful modality—and how it’s helped her clients access deeper healing, clarity, and intuitive connection.</p><p>We talk about:</p><ul><li>✨ What Reiki actually is (and why it works—even if science can’t explain it)</li><li>✨ Scarlett’s journey as a Manifestor healing suppressed anger through energy work</li><li>✨ How Astral Reiki helps regulate the nervous system and clear emotional blocks</li><li>✨ Why traditional talk therapy alone might not be enough to truly heal</li><li>✨ How Human Design shapes the way Scarlett tailors each session</li><li>✨ Grounding and energy-clearing tips you can use between sessions</li></ul><br/><p>Whether you’re deep in your personal growth journey—or just curious about energy healing and intuition—this episode is packed with wisdom, warmth, and real talk.</p><p>Connect with Scarlett:</p><ul><li>Website: <a href="https://yourabundantdesign.com/astral-reiki/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://yourabundantdesign.com/astral-reiki</a></li></ul><br/><p>_</p><p>💫 New to Human Design? Start Here:</p><p><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/free-chart" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Pull your free Human Design chart</strong></a>&nbsp;and start receiving the&nbsp;<strong>Human Design Quick Start Email Series</strong>&nbsp;to help you understand your energy and decision-making style.</p><p><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/blog/human-design-types" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Explore the Quick Start Guide on the blog</strong></a><strong> - </strong>You'll start with your Energy Type and follow along through Authority, Profile, and Centers — all broken down clearly and practically.</p><p>🎧&nbsp;<strong>Listen to the Chart Basics episodes:</strong></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/blog/human-design-types" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 2: The 5 Energy Types That Could Transform Your Life (And How to Find Yours)</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/stop-second-guessing-your-practical-roadmap-to-confident-decisions-using-human-design" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 7: Stop Second-Guessing: Your Practical Roadmap to Confident Decisions Using Human Design</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/the-shortcut-to-your-purpose-embody-your-personality-profile" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 6: The Shortcut to Your Purpose: Embody Your Personality Profile</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/human-design-centers-how-to-work-with-your-definition" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 8: Human Design Centers &amp; How to Work with Your Definition</a></li></ul><br/><p><strong>Want 20% off any single session reading??</strong> Leave us a 5 start rating and review to receive a special thank you 20% off! Just send a screenshot of your rating and review to <a href="mailto:nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com</a> and I'll respond back with your discount code</p><p>Say hey 👋 on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/nicole.guena/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@Nicole.guena</a></p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">NicoleGuena.com</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Today I’m joined by Scarlett, Reiki Master, 5/1 Manifestor, and creator of Astral Reiki—a unique form of energy healing that blends traditional Reiki with astral projection.</p><p>Scarlett shares how her journey from chronic inflammation and emotional burnout led her to develop this powerful modality—and how it’s helped her clients access deeper healing, clarity, and intuitive connection.</p><p>We talk about:</p><ul><li>✨ What Reiki actually is (and why it works—even if science can’t explain it)</li><li>✨ Scarlett’s journey as a Manifestor healing suppressed anger through energy work</li><li>✨ How Astral Reiki helps regulate the nervous system and clear emotional blocks</li><li>✨ Why traditional talk therapy alone might not be enough to truly heal</li><li>✨ How Human Design shapes the way Scarlett tailors each session</li><li>✨ Grounding and energy-clearing tips you can use between sessions</li></ul><br/><p>Whether you’re deep in your personal growth journey—or just curious about energy healing and intuition—this episode is packed with wisdom, warmth, and real talk.</p><p>Connect with Scarlett:</p><ul><li>Website: <a href="https://yourabundantdesign.com/astral-reiki/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://yourabundantdesign.com/astral-reiki</a></li></ul><br/><p>_</p><p>💫 New to Human Design? Start Here:</p><p><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/free-chart" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Pull your free Human Design chart</strong></a>&nbsp;and start receiving the&nbsp;<strong>Human Design Quick Start Email Series</strong>&nbsp;to help you understand your energy and decision-making style.</p><p><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/blog/human-design-types" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Explore the Quick Start Guide on the blog</strong></a><strong> - </strong>You'll start with your Energy Type and follow along through Authority, Profile, and Centers — all broken down clearly and practically.</p><p>🎧&nbsp;<strong>Listen to the Chart Basics episodes:</strong></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/blog/human-design-types" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 2: The 5 Energy Types That Could Transform Your Life (And How to Find Yours)</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/stop-second-guessing-your-practical-roadmap-to-confident-decisions-using-human-design" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 7: Stop Second-Guessing: Your Practical Roadmap to Confident Decisions Using Human Design</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/the-shortcut-to-your-purpose-embody-your-personality-profile" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 6: The Shortcut to Your Purpose: Embody Your Personality Profile</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/human-design-centers-how-to-work-with-your-definition" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 8: Human Design Centers &amp; How to Work with Your Definition</a></li></ul><br/><p><strong>Want 20% off any single session reading??</strong> Leave us a 5 start rating and review to receive a special thank you 20% off! Just send a screenshot of your rating and review to <a href="mailto:nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com</a> and I'll respond back with your discount code</p><p>Say hey 👋 on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/nicole.guena/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@Nicole.guena</a></p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">NicoleGuena.com</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[http://nicoleguena.com]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">e723875f-55b2-46a1-9b3e-780601c0a308</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/b210e0cf-d051-4da7-8f5f-6cf07f3b383c/0HHc1LH9i806kbVTtX9_ylUv.png"/><pubDate>Fri, 01 Aug 2025 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/e723875f-55b2-46a1-9b3e-780601c0a308.mp3" length="95162539" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>49:34</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>true</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>20</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>20</podcast:episode></item><item><title>19. Marketing with Soul + Finding Your True Voice with Erin Thobias</title><itunes:title>19. Marketing with Soul + Finding Your True Voice with Erin Thobias</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Today I’m joined by Erin Thobias, an intuitive marketing strategist and 4/6 Emotional Projector in Human Design.</p><p>Erin shares how her journey from corporate marketing to entrepreneurship led her to discover the power of Human Design in business—and how it completely changed the way she works and supports clients.</p><p>We talk about:</p><ul><li>✨ Why your unique voice is your most powerful marketing tool</li><li>✨ How Projectors (and all Types) can avoid burnout in business</li><li>✨ Using Human Design to create a marketing plan that actually feels good</li><li>✨ The difference between intuition and data—and why you need both</li><li>✨ Simple practices Erin uses to stay grounded and aligned daily</li></ul><br/><p>Whether you’re an entrepreneur feeling stuck in your marketing—or simply curious how Human Design can help you show up with more clarity and confidence—this episode is packed with practical wisdom and soulful insights.</p><p>Connect with Erin:</p><ul><li>Website: <a href="https://www.erinthobias.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.erinthobias.com/</a></li><li>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/erinthobias/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@erinthobias</a></li></ul><br/><p>_</p><p>💫 New to Human Design? Start Here:</p><p><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/free-chart" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Pull your free Human Design chart</strong></a>&nbsp;and start receiving the&nbsp;<strong>Human Design Quick Start Email Series</strong>&nbsp;to help you understand your energy and decision-making style.</p><p><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/blog/human-design-types" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Explore the Quick Start Guide on the blog</strong></a><strong> - </strong>You'll start with your Energy Type and follow along through Authority, Profile, and Centers — all broken down clearly and practically.</p><p>🎧&nbsp;<strong>Listen to the Chart Basics episodes:</strong></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/blog/human-design-types" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 2: The 5 Energy Types That Could Transform Your Life (And How to Find Yours)</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/stop-second-guessing-your-practical-roadmap-to-confident-decisions-using-human-design" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 7: Stop Second-Guessing: Your Practical Roadmap to Confident Decisions Using Human Design</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/the-shortcut-to-your-purpose-embody-your-personality-profile" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 6: The Shortcut to Your Purpose: Embody Your Personality Profile</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/human-design-centers-how-to-work-with-your-definition" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 8: Human Design Centers &amp; How to Work with Your Definition</a></li></ul><br/><p><strong>Want 20% off any single session reading??</strong> Leave us a 5 start rating and review to receive a special thank you 20% off! Just send a screenshot of your rating and review to <a href="mailto:nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com</a> and I'll respond back with your discount code</p><p>Say hey 👋 on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/nicole.guena/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@Nicole.guena</a></p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">NicoleGuena.com</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Today I’m joined by Erin Thobias, an intuitive marketing strategist and 4/6 Emotional Projector in Human Design.</p><p>Erin shares how her journey from corporate marketing to entrepreneurship led her to discover the power of Human Design in business—and how it completely changed the way she works and supports clients.</p><p>We talk about:</p><ul><li>✨ Why your unique voice is your most powerful marketing tool</li><li>✨ How Projectors (and all Types) can avoid burnout in business</li><li>✨ Using Human Design to create a marketing plan that actually feels good</li><li>✨ The difference between intuition and data—and why you need both</li><li>✨ Simple practices Erin uses to stay grounded and aligned daily</li></ul><br/><p>Whether you’re an entrepreneur feeling stuck in your marketing—or simply curious how Human Design can help you show up with more clarity and confidence—this episode is packed with practical wisdom and soulful insights.</p><p>Connect with Erin:</p><ul><li>Website: <a href="https://www.erinthobias.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.erinthobias.com/</a></li><li>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/erinthobias/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@erinthobias</a></li></ul><br/><p>_</p><p>💫 New to Human Design? Start Here:</p><p><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/free-chart" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Pull your free Human Design chart</strong></a>&nbsp;and start receiving the&nbsp;<strong>Human Design Quick Start Email Series</strong>&nbsp;to help you understand your energy and decision-making style.</p><p><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/blog/human-design-types" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Explore the Quick Start Guide on the blog</strong></a><strong> - </strong>You'll start with your Energy Type and follow along through Authority, Profile, and Centers — all broken down clearly and practically.</p><p>🎧&nbsp;<strong>Listen to the Chart Basics episodes:</strong></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/blog/human-design-types" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 2: The 5 Energy Types That Could Transform Your Life (And How to Find Yours)</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/stop-second-guessing-your-practical-roadmap-to-confident-decisions-using-human-design" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 7: Stop Second-Guessing: Your Practical Roadmap to Confident Decisions Using Human Design</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/the-shortcut-to-your-purpose-embody-your-personality-profile" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 6: The Shortcut to Your Purpose: Embody Your Personality Profile</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/human-design-centers-how-to-work-with-your-definition" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 8: Human Design Centers &amp; How to Work with Your Definition</a></li></ul><br/><p><strong>Want 20% off any single session reading??</strong> Leave us a 5 start rating and review to receive a special thank you 20% off! Just send a screenshot of your rating and review to <a href="mailto:nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com</a> and I'll respond back with your discount code</p><p>Say hey 👋 on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/nicole.guena/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@Nicole.guena</a></p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">NicoleGuena.com</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[http://nicoleguena.com]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">2700fd7f-8967-4e6e-a8a4-129a1f35437f</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/b210e0cf-d051-4da7-8f5f-6cf07f3b383c/0HHc1LH9i806kbVTtX9_ylUv.png"/><pubDate>Fri, 25 Jul 2025 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/2700fd7f-8967-4e6e-a8a4-129a1f35437f.mp3" length="101487097" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>52:51</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>true</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>19</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>19</podcast:episode></item><item><title>18. The Real Reason You’re Stuck — and My 3-Step Framework for Using Human Design to Break Free</title><itunes:title>18. The Real Reason You’re Stuck — and My 3-Step Framework for Using Human Design to Break Free</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Sometimes the biggest breakthroughs happen when you give yourself permission to pause.</p><p>In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on what’s been unfolding behind the scenes these past six weeks—and how slowing down changed everything for me.</p><p>We’ll dive into:</p><ul><li>Why slowing down might be the most productive thing you ever do (even if it terrifies you)</li><li>The real reason your mind wants to figure everything out ASAP—and why that’s keeping you stuck</li><li>How I’ve been redefining success through my own “bare minimum” season</li><li>The surprising gifts of reading Human Design charts on the fly—and how it revealed my true superpower</li><li>Why I’m finally claiming the title of Intuitive Human Design Coach</li><li>My simple 3-step framework for making Human Design practical in your life, business, and relationships</li><li>And how Human Design can help you unlock the cage you didn’t even know you were trapped in</li></ul><br/><p>Links to Mentions in Ep:</p><ul><li><a href="https://seconddegreesociety.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Second Degree Society</a></li><li>Mystic Rebel Oracle Deck is sold out :(</li></ul><br/><p>💫 New to Human Design? Start Here:</p><p><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/free-chart" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Pull your free Human Design chart</strong></a>&nbsp;and start receiving the&nbsp;<strong>Human Design Quick Start Email Series</strong>&nbsp;to help you understand your energy and decision-making style.</p><p><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/blog/human-design-types" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Explore the Quick Start Guide on the blog</strong></a><strong> - </strong>You'll start with your Energy Type and follow along through Authority, Profile, and Centers — all broken down clearly and practically.</p><p>🎧&nbsp;<strong>Listen to the Chart Basics episodes:</strong></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/blog/human-design-types" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 2: The 5 Energy Types That Could Transform Your Life (And How to Find Yours)</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/stop-second-guessing-your-practical-roadmap-to-confident-decisions-using-human-design" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 7: Stop Second-Guessing: Your Practical Roadmap to Confident Decisions Using Human Design</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/the-shortcut-to-your-purpose-embody-your-personality-profile" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 6: The Shortcut to Your Purpose: Embody Your Personality Profile</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/human-design-centers-how-to-work-with-your-definition" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 8: Human Design Centers &amp; How to Work with Your Definition</a></li></ul><br/><p><strong>Want 20% off any single session reading??</strong> Leave us a 5 start rating and review to receive a special thank you 20% off! Just send a screenshot of your rating and review to <a href="mailto:nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com</a> and I'll respond back with your discount code</p><p>Say hey 👋 on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/nicole.guena/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@Nicole.guena</a></p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">NicoleGuena.com</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Sometimes the biggest breakthroughs happen when you give yourself permission to pause.</p><p>In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on what’s been unfolding behind the scenes these past six weeks—and how slowing down changed everything for me.</p><p>We’ll dive into:</p><ul><li>Why slowing down might be the most productive thing you ever do (even if it terrifies you)</li><li>The real reason your mind wants to figure everything out ASAP—and why that’s keeping you stuck</li><li>How I’ve been redefining success through my own “bare minimum” season</li><li>The surprising gifts of reading Human Design charts on the fly—and how it revealed my true superpower</li><li>Why I’m finally claiming the title of Intuitive Human Design Coach</li><li>My simple 3-step framework for making Human Design practical in your life, business, and relationships</li><li>And how Human Design can help you unlock the cage you didn’t even know you were trapped in</li></ul><br/><p>Links to Mentions in Ep:</p><ul><li><a href="https://seconddegreesociety.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Second Degree Society</a></li><li>Mystic Rebel Oracle Deck is sold out :(</li></ul><br/><p>💫 New to Human Design? Start Here:</p><p><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/free-chart" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Pull your free Human Design chart</strong></a>&nbsp;and start receiving the&nbsp;<strong>Human Design Quick Start Email Series</strong>&nbsp;to help you understand your energy and decision-making style.</p><p><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/blog/human-design-types" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Explore the Quick Start Guide on the blog</strong></a><strong> - </strong>You'll start with your Energy Type and follow along through Authority, Profile, and Centers — all broken down clearly and practically.</p><p>🎧&nbsp;<strong>Listen to the Chart Basics episodes:</strong></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/blog/human-design-types" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 2: The 5 Energy Types That Could Transform Your Life (And How to Find Yours)</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/stop-second-guessing-your-practical-roadmap-to-confident-decisions-using-human-design" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 7: Stop Second-Guessing: Your Practical Roadmap to Confident Decisions Using Human Design</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/the-shortcut-to-your-purpose-embody-your-personality-profile" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 6: The Shortcut to Your Purpose: Embody Your Personality Profile</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/human-design-centers-how-to-work-with-your-definition" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 8: Human Design Centers &amp; How to Work with Your Definition</a></li></ul><br/><p><strong>Want 20% off any single session reading??</strong> Leave us a 5 start rating and review to receive a special thank you 20% off! Just send a screenshot of your rating and review to <a href="mailto:nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com</a> and I'll respond back with your discount code</p><p>Say hey 👋 on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/nicole.guena/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@Nicole.guena</a></p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">NicoleGuena.com</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[http://nicoleguena.com]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">55c87f8a-b71e-4998-9b09-3156554baee5</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/b210e0cf-d051-4da7-8f5f-6cf07f3b383c/0HHc1LH9i806kbVTtX9_ylUv.png"/><pubDate>Fri, 18 Jul 2025 06:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/55c87f8a-b71e-4998-9b09-3156554baee5.mp3" length="92404008" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>48:07</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>true</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>18</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>18</podcast:episode></item><item><title>17. Make Money Doing What You Love — by Being Fully, Unapologetically You</title><itunes:title>17. Make Money Doing What You Love — by Being Fully, Unapologetically You</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>This is not a polished, step-by-step business episode.</p><p>This is me — in the messy middle, sharing what I wish someone had told me when I was stuck trying to do business the "right" way.</p><p>In this episode, we explore:</p><ul><li>Why traditional strategies aren’t working anymore (and never really did for most of us)</li><li>How Human Design provides the most personalized roadmap for your business and your life</li><li>The real reason launches, layoffs, and pivots can feel like breakdowns (and how they might actually be breakthroughs)</li><li>How we’ve been sold a lie about what works in business — and how to trust yourself instead</li><li>The difference between obstacles you’re meant to overcome vs. signs you’re meant to shift direction</li><li>Why community is essential when you’re doing business differently</li><li>And how your&nbsp;<em>authentic energy</em>&nbsp;is your greatest business strategy</li></ul><br/><p>🔥 Ready to make money doing what you love by being fully, unapologetically YOU?  Join the Energetic Business Collective. <a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/energetic-business-collective" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Details here!</a> Enrollment closes 5.22</p><p>✨ Resources Mentioned:</p><ul><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/stop-second-guessing-your-practical-roadmap-to-confident-decisions-using-human-design" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 7: Stop Second-Guessing: Your Practical Roadmap to Confident Decisions Using Human Design</a></li><li><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/practical-magic/id1547036395?i=1000705836579" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 15: The New Paradigm: Stop Trying to Get an A+ in a System That's Disappearing</a></li></ul><br/><p>💫 New to Human Design? Start Here:</p><p><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/free-chart" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Pull your free Human Design chart</strong></a>&nbsp;and start receiving the&nbsp;<strong>Human Design Quick Start Email Series</strong>&nbsp;to help you understand your energy and decision-making style.</p><p><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/blog/human-design-types" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Explore the Quick Start Guide on the blog</strong></a><strong> - </strong>You'll start with your Energy Type and follow along through Authority, Profile, and Centers — all broken down clearly and practically.</p><p>🎧&nbsp;<strong>Listen to the Chart Basics episodes:</strong></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/blog/human-design-types" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 2: The 5 Energy Types That Could Transform Your Life (And How to Find Yours)</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/stop-second-guessing-your-practical-roadmap-to-confident-decisions-using-human-design" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 7: Stop Second-Guessing: Your Practical Roadmap to Confident Decisions Using Human Design</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/the-shortcut-to-your-purpose-embody-your-personality-profile" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 6: The Shortcut to Your Purpose: Embody Your Personality Profile</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/human-design-centers-how-to-work-with-your-definition" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 8: Human Design Centers &amp; How to Work with Your Definition</a></li></ul><br/><p><strong>Want 20% off any single session reading??</strong> Leave us a 5 start rating and review to receive a special thank you 20% off! Just send a screenshot of your rating and review to <a href="mailto:nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com</a> and I'll respond back with your discount code</p><p>Say hey 👋 on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/nicole.guena/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@Nicole.guena</a></p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">NicoleGuena.com</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This is not a polished, step-by-step business episode.</p><p>This is me — in the messy middle, sharing what I wish someone had told me when I was stuck trying to do business the "right" way.</p><p>In this episode, we explore:</p><ul><li>Why traditional strategies aren’t working anymore (and never really did for most of us)</li><li>How Human Design provides the most personalized roadmap for your business and your life</li><li>The real reason launches, layoffs, and pivots can feel like breakdowns (and how they might actually be breakthroughs)</li><li>How we’ve been sold a lie about what works in business — and how to trust yourself instead</li><li>The difference between obstacles you’re meant to overcome vs. signs you’re meant to shift direction</li><li>Why community is essential when you’re doing business differently</li><li>And how your&nbsp;<em>authentic energy</em>&nbsp;is your greatest business strategy</li></ul><br/><p>🔥 Ready to make money doing what you love by being fully, unapologetically YOU?  Join the Energetic Business Collective. <a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/energetic-business-collective" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Details here!</a> Enrollment closes 5.22</p><p>✨ Resources Mentioned:</p><ul><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/stop-second-guessing-your-practical-roadmap-to-confident-decisions-using-human-design" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 7: Stop Second-Guessing: Your Practical Roadmap to Confident Decisions Using Human Design</a></li><li><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/practical-magic/id1547036395?i=1000705836579" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 15: The New Paradigm: Stop Trying to Get an A+ in a System That's Disappearing</a></li></ul><br/><p>💫 New to Human Design? Start Here:</p><p><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/free-chart" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Pull your free Human Design chart</strong></a>&nbsp;and start receiving the&nbsp;<strong>Human Design Quick Start Email Series</strong>&nbsp;to help you understand your energy and decision-making style.</p><p><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/blog/human-design-types" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Explore the Quick Start Guide on the blog</strong></a><strong> - </strong>You'll start with your Energy Type and follow along through Authority, Profile, and Centers — all broken down clearly and practically.</p><p>🎧&nbsp;<strong>Listen to the Chart Basics episodes:</strong></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/blog/human-design-types" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 2: The 5 Energy Types That Could Transform Your Life (And How to Find Yours)</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/stop-second-guessing-your-practical-roadmap-to-confident-decisions-using-human-design" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 7: Stop Second-Guessing: Your Practical Roadmap to Confident Decisions Using Human Design</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/the-shortcut-to-your-purpose-embody-your-personality-profile" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 6: The Shortcut to Your Purpose: Embody Your Personality Profile</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/human-design-centers-how-to-work-with-your-definition" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 8: Human Design Centers &amp; How to Work with Your Definition</a></li></ul><br/><p><strong>Want 20% off any single session reading??</strong> Leave us a 5 start rating and review to receive a special thank you 20% off! Just send a screenshot of your rating and review to <a href="mailto:nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com</a> and I'll respond back with your discount code</p><p>Say hey 👋 on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/nicole.guena/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@Nicole.guena</a></p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">NicoleGuena.com</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[http://nicoleguena.com]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">8c9d8f72-cfac-4873-8f40-adc2006e150d</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/b210e0cf-d051-4da7-8f5f-6cf07f3b383c/0HHc1LH9i806kbVTtX9_ylUv.png"/><pubDate>Fri, 16 May 2025 10:36:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/8c9d8f72-cfac-4873-8f40-adc2006e150d.mp3" length="79231606" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>41:16</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>true</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>17</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>17</podcast:episode></item><item><title>16. 7 Signs You’re Carrying the Witch Wound (and Calling it Being Easy, Logical and Independent)</title><itunes:title>16. 7 Signs You’re Carrying the Witch Wound (and Calling it Being Easy, Logical and Independent)</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p><strong>Have you ever felt like you’re holding yourself back… and you’re not even sure why?</strong></p><p>Maybe you censor yourself in certain rooms to keep the peace.</p><p>Keep things logical and reasonable to ensure you're doing it "right".</p><p>Or downplay your gifts and successes to stay relatable.</p><p>You’re likely carrying the&nbsp;<strong>Witch Wound</strong>&nbsp;— a deeply rooted, ancestral pattern passed down through centuries of conditioning, control, and fear.</p><p>✨ In this episode, we’re unpacking what the Witch Wound really is — and how it’s still shaping your voice, your power and your life today.</p><p><strong>You’ll hear:</strong></p><ul><li>What the Witch Wound is and how it still affects women today </li><li>7 core signs you might be carrying it — from perfectionism to people-pleasing</li><li>How patriarchy distorted feminine wisdom (and even the word&nbsp;<em>gossip</em>)</li><li>Why you're really so terrified of aging</li><li>What it really means to reclaim your magic and stop feeling stuck</li></ul><br/><p>🔥 Ready to embrace your authentic power??</p><ul><li>Dive deeper into your Human Design?<a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/human-design-reading" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> Book a reading here.</a></li><li>Join the Energetic Business Collective. <a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/energetic-business-collective" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Details here!</a></li></ul><br/><p>✨ Resources Mentioned:</p><ul><li><u>Break the Good Girl Myth</u> by Majo Molfino</li><li>Hypnotherapist I HIGHLY recommend- Sheri <a href="https://www.instagram.com/hypnoforhealing?igsh=a3BtdG1veWYwYmww" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@hypnoforhealing</a></li><li><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/magic-hour-with-taylor-paige/id1738285800" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Magic Hour Podcast with Taylor Paige</a></li><li><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/practical-magic/id1547036395?i=1000705836579" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 15: The New Paradigm: Stop Trying to Get an A+ in a System That's Disappearing</a></li></ul><br/><p>💫 New to Human Design? Start Here:</p><p><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/free-chart" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Pull your free Human Design chart</strong></a>&nbsp;and start receiving the&nbsp;<strong>Human Design Quick Start Email Series</strong>&nbsp;to help you understand your energy and decision-making style.</p><p><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/blog/human-design-types" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Explore the Quick Start Guide on the blog</strong></a><strong> - </strong>You'll start with your Energy Type and follow along through Authority, Profile, and Centers — all broken down clearly and practically.</p><p>🎧&nbsp;<strong>Listen to the Chart Basics episodes:</strong></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/blog/human-design-types" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 2: The 5 Energy Types That Could Transform Your Life (And How to Find Yours)</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/stop-second-guessing-your-practical-roadmap-to-confident-decisions-using-human-design" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 7: Stop Second-Guessing: Your Practical Roadmap to Confident Decisions Using Human Design</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/the-shortcut-to-your-purpose-embody-your-personality-profile" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 6: The Shortcut to Your Purpose: Embody Your Personality Profile</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/human-design-centers-how-to-work-with-your-definition" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 8: Human Design Centers &amp; How to Work with Your Definition</a></li></ul><br/><p><strong>Want 20% off any single session reading??</strong> Leave us a 5 start rating and review to receive a special thank you 20% off! Just send a screenshot of your rating and review to <a href="mailto:nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com</a> and I'll respond back with your discount code</p><p>Let's stay in touch!</p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/nicole.guena/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@Nicole.Guena</a></p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">NicoleGuena.com</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Have you ever felt like you’re holding yourself back… and you’re not even sure why?</strong></p><p>Maybe you censor yourself in certain rooms to keep the peace.</p><p>Keep things logical and reasonable to ensure you're doing it "right".</p><p>Or downplay your gifts and successes to stay relatable.</p><p>You’re likely carrying the&nbsp;<strong>Witch Wound</strong>&nbsp;— a deeply rooted, ancestral pattern passed down through centuries of conditioning, control, and fear.</p><p>✨ In this episode, we’re unpacking what the Witch Wound really is — and how it’s still shaping your voice, your power and your life today.</p><p><strong>You’ll hear:</strong></p><ul><li>What the Witch Wound is and how it still affects women today </li><li>7 core signs you might be carrying it — from perfectionism to people-pleasing</li><li>How patriarchy distorted feminine wisdom (and even the word&nbsp;<em>gossip</em>)</li><li>Why you're really so terrified of aging</li><li>What it really means to reclaim your magic and stop feeling stuck</li></ul><br/><p>🔥 Ready to embrace your authentic power??</p><ul><li>Dive deeper into your Human Design?<a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/human-design-reading" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> Book a reading here.</a></li><li>Join the Energetic Business Collective. <a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/energetic-business-collective" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Details here!</a></li></ul><br/><p>✨ Resources Mentioned:</p><ul><li><u>Break the Good Girl Myth</u> by Majo Molfino</li><li>Hypnotherapist I HIGHLY recommend- Sheri <a href="https://www.instagram.com/hypnoforhealing?igsh=a3BtdG1veWYwYmww" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@hypnoforhealing</a></li><li><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/magic-hour-with-taylor-paige/id1738285800" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Magic Hour Podcast with Taylor Paige</a></li><li><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/practical-magic/id1547036395?i=1000705836579" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 15: The New Paradigm: Stop Trying to Get an A+ in a System That's Disappearing</a></li></ul><br/><p>💫 New to Human Design? Start Here:</p><p><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/free-chart" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Pull your free Human Design chart</strong></a>&nbsp;and start receiving the&nbsp;<strong>Human Design Quick Start Email Series</strong>&nbsp;to help you understand your energy and decision-making style.</p><p><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/blog/human-design-types" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Explore the Quick Start Guide on the blog</strong></a><strong> - </strong>You'll start with your Energy Type and follow along through Authority, Profile, and Centers — all broken down clearly and practically.</p><p>🎧&nbsp;<strong>Listen to the Chart Basics episodes:</strong></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/blog/human-design-types" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 2: The 5 Energy Types That Could Transform Your Life (And How to Find Yours)</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/stop-second-guessing-your-practical-roadmap-to-confident-decisions-using-human-design" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 7: Stop Second-Guessing: Your Practical Roadmap to Confident Decisions Using Human Design</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/the-shortcut-to-your-purpose-embody-your-personality-profile" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 6: The Shortcut to Your Purpose: Embody Your Personality Profile</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/human-design-centers-how-to-work-with-your-definition" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 8: Human Design Centers &amp; How to Work with Your Definition</a></li></ul><br/><p><strong>Want 20% off any single session reading??</strong> Leave us a 5 start rating and review to receive a special thank you 20% off! Just send a screenshot of your rating and review to <a href="mailto:nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com</a> and I'll respond back with your discount code</p><p>Let's stay in touch!</p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/nicole.guena/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@Nicole.Guena</a></p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">NicoleGuena.com</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[http://nicoleguena.com]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">50764c8c-1418-4cea-b5fc-d8390922a192</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/b210e0cf-d051-4da7-8f5f-6cf07f3b383c/0HHc1LH9i806kbVTtX9_ylUv.png"/><pubDate>Fri, 09 May 2025 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/50764c8c-1418-4cea-b5fc-d8390922a192.mp3" length="78755969" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>41:01</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>true</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>16</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>16</podcast:episode></item><item><title>15. The New Paradigm: Stop Trying to Get an A+ in a System That’s Disappearing</title><itunes:title>15. The New Paradigm: Stop Trying to Get an A+ in a System That’s Disappearing</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>If you've been feeling like the rug has been pulled out from under you and the old comfort zone is getting realll uncomfortable you're not alone.</p><p>In this episode, we're diving into the huge energetic shift that's currently happening. </p><p>We’re moving out of a tribal, survival-based world and into a new paradigm where individuality, emotional truth, and energetic alignment lead the way.</p><p>In this episode, you’ll hear:</p><ul><li>What the Human Design New Paradigm coming in 2027 and what this shift is really about</li><li>Why the old structures (career, relationships, self-worth) are falling away</li><li>The new way forward that is emerging and how to embrace it</li><li>How we start untangling our truth from everything we were taught to be</li></ul><br/><p>✨ Ready to embrace your authentic power??</p><ul><li>Dive deeper into your Human Design?<a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/human-design-reading" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> Book a reading here.</a></li><li>Join the Energetic Business Collective. <a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/energetic-business-collective" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Details here!</a></li></ul><br/><p>💫 New to Human Design? Start Here:</p><p><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/free-chart" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Pull your free Human Design chart</strong></a>&nbsp;and start receiving the&nbsp;<strong>Human Design Quick Start Email Series</strong>&nbsp;to help you understand your energy and decision-making style.</p><p><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/blog/human-design-types" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Explore the Quick Start Guide on the blog</strong></a><strong> - </strong>You'll start with your Energy Type and follow along through Authority, Profile, and Centers — all broken down clearly and practically.</p><p>🎧&nbsp;<strong>Listen to the Chart Basics episodes:</strong></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/blog/human-design-types" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 2: The 5 Energy Types That Could Transform Your Life (And How to Find Yours)</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/stop-second-guessing-your-practical-roadmap-to-confident-decisions-using-human-design" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 7: Stop Second-Guessing: Your Practical Roadmap to Confident Decisions Using Human Design</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/the-shortcut-to-your-purpose-embody-your-personality-profile" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 6: The Shortcut to Your Purpose: Embody Your Personality Profile</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/human-design-centers-how-to-work-with-your-definition" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 8: Human Design Centers &amp; How to Work with Your Definition</a></li></ul><br/><p><strong>Want 20% off any single session reading??</strong> Leave us a 5 start rating and review to receive a special thank you 20% off! Just send a screenshot of your rating and review to <a href="mailto:nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com</a> and I'll respond back with your discount code.</p><p>Let's stay in touch!</p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/nicole.guena/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@Nicole.Guena</a></p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">NicoleGuena.com</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>If you've been feeling like the rug has been pulled out from under you and the old comfort zone is getting realll uncomfortable you're not alone.</p><p>In this episode, we're diving into the huge energetic shift that's currently happening. </p><p>We’re moving out of a tribal, survival-based world and into a new paradigm where individuality, emotional truth, and energetic alignment lead the way.</p><p>In this episode, you’ll hear:</p><ul><li>What the Human Design New Paradigm coming in 2027 and what this shift is really about</li><li>Why the old structures (career, relationships, self-worth) are falling away</li><li>The new way forward that is emerging and how to embrace it</li><li>How we start untangling our truth from everything we were taught to be</li></ul><br/><p>✨ Ready to embrace your authentic power??</p><ul><li>Dive deeper into your Human Design?<a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/human-design-reading" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> Book a reading here.</a></li><li>Join the Energetic Business Collective. <a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/energetic-business-collective" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Details here!</a></li></ul><br/><p>💫 New to Human Design? Start Here:</p><p><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/free-chart" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Pull your free Human Design chart</strong></a>&nbsp;and start receiving the&nbsp;<strong>Human Design Quick Start Email Series</strong>&nbsp;to help you understand your energy and decision-making style.</p><p><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/blog/human-design-types" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Explore the Quick Start Guide on the blog</strong></a><strong> - </strong>You'll start with your Energy Type and follow along through Authority, Profile, and Centers — all broken down clearly and practically.</p><p>🎧&nbsp;<strong>Listen to the Chart Basics episodes:</strong></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/blog/human-design-types" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 2: The 5 Energy Types That Could Transform Your Life (And How to Find Yours)</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/stop-second-guessing-your-practical-roadmap-to-confident-decisions-using-human-design" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 7: Stop Second-Guessing: Your Practical Roadmap to Confident Decisions Using Human Design</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/the-shortcut-to-your-purpose-embody-your-personality-profile" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 6: The Shortcut to Your Purpose: Embody Your Personality Profile</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/human-design-centers-how-to-work-with-your-definition" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 8: Human Design Centers &amp; How to Work with Your Definition</a></li></ul><br/><p><strong>Want 20% off any single session reading??</strong> Leave us a 5 start rating and review to receive a special thank you 20% off! Just send a screenshot of your rating and review to <a href="mailto:nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com</a> and I'll respond back with your discount code.</p><p>Let's stay in touch!</p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/nicole.guena/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@Nicole.Guena</a></p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">NicoleGuena.com</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/the-new-paradigm-stop-trying-to-get-an-a-in-a-system-thats-disappearing]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">4df3b9a7-8048-4828-8e70-5cc43043f6cf</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/b210e0cf-d051-4da7-8f5f-6cf07f3b383c/0HHc1LH9i806kbVTtX9_ylUv.png"/><pubDate>Fri, 02 May 2025 06:30:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/4df3b9a7-8048-4828-8e70-5cc43043f6cf.mp3" length="56595772" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>29:28</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>true</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>15</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>15</podcast:episode></item><item><title>14. Your Incarnation Cross: The 4 Gates That Reveal Your Purpose</title><itunes:title>14. Your Incarnation Cross: The 4 Gates That Reveal Your Purpose</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Let's talk PURPOSE!</p><p>We’re diving into one of the most fascinating pieces of the Human Design chart—your&nbsp;<strong>Incarnation Cross </strong>aka your soul’s purpose! These four gates show up in&nbsp;<em>everything</em>&nbsp;you do, whether you realize it or not.</p><p>In this episode you'll:</p><ul><li>Learn how to find your Incarnation Cross in your chart</li><li>Discover what the "right angle," "left angle," and "juxtaposition" actually mean (hint: it’s about your karmic path)</li><li>Understand the role of&nbsp;<strong>Sun and Earth gates</strong>—and why they act like a polarity</li><li>Explore the&nbsp;<strong>arms &amp; legs + backpack</strong>&nbsp;analogy to make sense of all your defined and undefined energy</li><li>Get a deeper look into the 4 gates in my own chart and how they’ve shown up in my real life</li></ul><br/><p>This episode is a mix of teaching, storytelling, and real talk—because your purpose isn’t about a job title, it’s about embracing who you deeply, truly are.</p><p>🎧&nbsp;<strong>Listen to Previous Episodes Mentioned:</strong></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/the-science-of-you-what-is-human-design" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 5: The Science of You 🔬: What is Human Design?</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/human-design-centers-how-to-work-with-your-definition" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 8: Human Design Centers &amp; How to Work with Your Definition</a></li></ul><br/><p>_</p><p><a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/get-unstuck-uplevel-your-life-with-human-design-tickets-1310081933329?aff=oddtdtcreator" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Join my FREE Live Workshop - &nbsp;Get Unstuck &amp; Uplevel Your Life with Human Design</a></p><p>💫 New to Human Design? Start Here:</p><p><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/free-chart" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Pull your free Human Design chart</strong></a>&nbsp;and start receiving the&nbsp;<strong>Human Design Quick Start Email Series</strong>&nbsp;to help you understand your energy and decision-making style.</p><p><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/blog/human-design-types" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Explore the Quick Start Guide on the blog</strong></a><strong> - </strong>You'll start with your Energy Type and follow along through Authority, Profile, and Centers — all broken down clearly and practically.</p><p>🎧&nbsp;<strong>Listen to the Chart Basics episodes:</strong></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/blog/human-design-types" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 2: The 5 Energy Types That Could Transform Your Life (And How to Find Yours)</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/stop-second-guessing-your-practical-roadmap-to-confident-decisions-using-human-design" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 7: Stop Second-Guessing: Your Practical Roadmap to Confident Decisions Using Human Design</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/the-shortcut-to-your-purpose-embody-your-personality-profile" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 6: The Shortcut to Your Purpose: Embody Your Personality Profile</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/human-design-centers-how-to-work-with-your-definition" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 8: Human Design Centers &amp; How to Work with Your Definition</a></li></ul><br/><p>Want to dig deeper into your Human Design?<a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/human-design-reading" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> Book a reading here.</a></p><p><strong>Want 20% off any single session reading??</strong> Leave us a 5 start rating and review to receive a special thank you 20% off! Just send a screenshot of your rating and review to <a href="mailto:nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com</a> and I'll respond back with your discount code.</p><p>Let's stay in touch!</p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/nicole.guena/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@Nicole.Guena</a></p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">NicoleGuena.com</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Let's talk PURPOSE!</p><p>We’re diving into one of the most fascinating pieces of the Human Design chart—your&nbsp;<strong>Incarnation Cross </strong>aka your soul’s purpose! These four gates show up in&nbsp;<em>everything</em>&nbsp;you do, whether you realize it or not.</p><p>In this episode you'll:</p><ul><li>Learn how to find your Incarnation Cross in your chart</li><li>Discover what the "right angle," "left angle," and "juxtaposition" actually mean (hint: it’s about your karmic path)</li><li>Understand the role of&nbsp;<strong>Sun and Earth gates</strong>—and why they act like a polarity</li><li>Explore the&nbsp;<strong>arms &amp; legs + backpack</strong>&nbsp;analogy to make sense of all your defined and undefined energy</li><li>Get a deeper look into the 4 gates in my own chart and how they’ve shown up in my real life</li></ul><br/><p>This episode is a mix of teaching, storytelling, and real talk—because your purpose isn’t about a job title, it’s about embracing who you deeply, truly are.</p><p>🎧&nbsp;<strong>Listen to Previous Episodes Mentioned:</strong></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/the-science-of-you-what-is-human-design" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 5: The Science of You 🔬: What is Human Design?</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/human-design-centers-how-to-work-with-your-definition" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 8: Human Design Centers &amp; How to Work with Your Definition</a></li></ul><br/><p>_</p><p><a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/get-unstuck-uplevel-your-life-with-human-design-tickets-1310081933329?aff=oddtdtcreator" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Join my FREE Live Workshop - &nbsp;Get Unstuck &amp; Uplevel Your Life with Human Design</a></p><p>💫 New to Human Design? Start Here:</p><p><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/free-chart" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Pull your free Human Design chart</strong></a>&nbsp;and start receiving the&nbsp;<strong>Human Design Quick Start Email Series</strong>&nbsp;to help you understand your energy and decision-making style.</p><p><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/blog/human-design-types" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Explore the Quick Start Guide on the blog</strong></a><strong> - </strong>You'll start with your Energy Type and follow along through Authority, Profile, and Centers — all broken down clearly and practically.</p><p>🎧&nbsp;<strong>Listen to the Chart Basics episodes:</strong></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/blog/human-design-types" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 2: The 5 Energy Types That Could Transform Your Life (And How to Find Yours)</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/stop-second-guessing-your-practical-roadmap-to-confident-decisions-using-human-design" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 7: Stop Second-Guessing: Your Practical Roadmap to Confident Decisions Using Human Design</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/the-shortcut-to-your-purpose-embody-your-personality-profile" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 6: The Shortcut to Your Purpose: Embody Your Personality Profile</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/human-design-centers-how-to-work-with-your-definition" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 8: Human Design Centers &amp; How to Work with Your Definition</a></li></ul><br/><p>Want to dig deeper into your Human Design?<a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/human-design-reading" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> Book a reading here.</a></p><p><strong>Want 20% off any single session reading??</strong> Leave us a 5 start rating and review to receive a special thank you 20% off! Just send a screenshot of your rating and review to <a href="mailto:nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com</a> and I'll respond back with your discount code.</p><p>Let's stay in touch!</p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/nicole.guena/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@Nicole.Guena</a></p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">NicoleGuena.com</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/your-incarnation-cross-the-4-gates-that-reveal-your-purpose]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">388098f4-864c-44af-a72c-c8fd5bfd65c7</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/b210e0cf-d051-4da7-8f5f-6cf07f3b383c/0HHc1LH9i806kbVTtX9_ylUv.png"/><pubDate>Fri, 11 Apr 2025 06:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/4bdedd5f-2bd5-4b6e-afb5-0e606ef7dd08/9-25-1-13-PM.mp3" length="95495234" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>49:44</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>true</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>14</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>14</podcast:episode></item><item><title>13. How Human Design Helps You Understand Yourself (and Everyone Else) on a Deeper Level</title><itunes:title>13. How Human Design Helps You Understand Yourself (and Everyone Else) on a Deeper Level</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>In this episode, I’m sharing a conversation I&nbsp;<em>loved</em>&nbsp;being a part of — my interview on the&nbsp;<em>Rochelle Christiane</em>&nbsp;podcast. We nerd out on all things Human Design and how this system helps you feel more seen, supported, and empowered in everyday life.</p><p>We dive into:</p><ul><li>How different designs interact — especially in relationships, parenting, and team dynamics</li><li>How undefined centers and your profile shape your self-perception</li><li>How transits and chart connections influence your experience in real-time</li><li>Using Human Design practically in both personal growth&nbsp;<em>and</em>&nbsp;professional settings</li><li>Why Human Design is a permission slip — not a box</li></ul><br/><p>Connect with Rochelle:</p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/rochelle.christiane/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@rochelle.christiane</a></p><p>Podcast: <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rochelle-christiane-podcast/id1472418730" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The Rochelle Christiane Podcast</a></p><p>Rochelle on Practical Magic: <a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/holistic-human-design-the-power-of-embodiment" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 9. Holistic Human Design &amp; The Power of Embodiment with Rochelle Christiane</a></p><p>_</p><p><a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/get-unstuck-uplevel-your-life-with-human-design-tickets-1310081933329?aff=oddtdtcreator" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Join my FREE Live Workshop - &nbsp;Get Unstuck &amp; Uplevel Your Life with Human Design</a></p><p>💫 New to Human Design? Start Here:</p><p><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/free-chart" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Pull your free Human Design chart</strong></a>&nbsp;and start receiving the&nbsp;<strong>Human Design Quick Start Email Series</strong>&nbsp;to help you understand your energy and decision-making style.</p><p><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/blog/human-design-types" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Explore the Quick Start Guide on the blog</strong></a><strong> - </strong>You'll start with your Energy Type and follow along through Authority, Profile, and Centers — all broken down clearly and practically.</p><p>🎧&nbsp;<strong>Listen to the Chart Basics episodes:</strong></p><ul><li class="ql-align-center"><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/blog/human-design-types" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 2: The 5 Energy Types That Could Transform Your Life (And How to Find Yours)</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/stop-second-guessing-your-practical-roadmap-to-confident-decisions-using-human-design" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 7: Stop Second-Guessing: Your Practical Roadmap to Confident Decisions Using Human Design</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/the-shortcut-to-your-purpose-embody-your-personality-profile" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 6: The Shortcut to Your Purpose: Embody Your Personality Profile</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/human-design-centers-how-to-work-with-your-definition" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 8: Human Design Centers &amp; How to Work with Your Definition</a></li></ul><br/><p>Want to dig deeper into your Human Design?<a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/human-design-reading" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> Book a reading here.</a></p><p><strong>Want 20% off any single session reading??</strong> Leave us a 5 start rating and review to receive a special thank you 20% off! Just send a screenshot of your rating and review to <a href="mailto:nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com</a> and I'll respond back with your discount code.</p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In this episode, I’m sharing a conversation I&nbsp;<em>loved</em>&nbsp;being a part of — my interview on the&nbsp;<em>Rochelle Christiane</em>&nbsp;podcast. We nerd out on all things Human Design and how this system helps you feel more seen, supported, and empowered in everyday life.</p><p>We dive into:</p><ul><li>How different designs interact — especially in relationships, parenting, and team dynamics</li><li>How undefined centers and your profile shape your self-perception</li><li>How transits and chart connections influence your experience in real-time</li><li>Using Human Design practically in both personal growth&nbsp;<em>and</em>&nbsp;professional settings</li><li>Why Human Design is a permission slip — not a box</li></ul><br/><p>Connect with Rochelle:</p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/rochelle.christiane/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@rochelle.christiane</a></p><p>Podcast: <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rochelle-christiane-podcast/id1472418730" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The Rochelle Christiane Podcast</a></p><p>Rochelle on Practical Magic: <a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/holistic-human-design-the-power-of-embodiment" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 9. Holistic Human Design &amp; The Power of Embodiment with Rochelle Christiane</a></p><p>_</p><p><a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/get-unstuck-uplevel-your-life-with-human-design-tickets-1310081933329?aff=oddtdtcreator" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Join my FREE Live Workshop - &nbsp;Get Unstuck &amp; Uplevel Your Life with Human Design</a></p><p>💫 New to Human Design? Start Here:</p><p><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/free-chart" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Pull your free Human Design chart</strong></a>&nbsp;and start receiving the&nbsp;<strong>Human Design Quick Start Email Series</strong>&nbsp;to help you understand your energy and decision-making style.</p><p><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/blog/human-design-types" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Explore the Quick Start Guide on the blog</strong></a><strong> - </strong>You'll start with your Energy Type and follow along through Authority, Profile, and Centers — all broken down clearly and practically.</p><p>🎧&nbsp;<strong>Listen to the Chart Basics episodes:</strong></p><ul><li class="ql-align-center"><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/blog/human-design-types" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 2: The 5 Energy Types That Could Transform Your Life (And How to Find Yours)</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/stop-second-guessing-your-practical-roadmap-to-confident-decisions-using-human-design" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 7: Stop Second-Guessing: Your Practical Roadmap to Confident Decisions Using Human Design</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/the-shortcut-to-your-purpose-embody-your-personality-profile" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 6: The Shortcut to Your Purpose: Embody Your Personality Profile</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/human-design-centers-how-to-work-with-your-definition" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ep 8: Human Design Centers &amp; How to Work with Your Definition</a></li></ul><br/><p>Want to dig deeper into your Human Design?<a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/human-design-reading" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> Book a reading here.</a></p><p><strong>Want 20% off any single session reading??</strong> Leave us a 5 start rating and review to receive a special thank you 20% off! Just send a screenshot of your rating and review to <a href="mailto:nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com</a> and I'll respond back with your discount code.</p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/how-human-design-helps-you-understand-yourself]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">a8021f04-feeb-40ba-8049-cc859b240cda</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/b210e0cf-d051-4da7-8f5f-6cf07f3b383c/0HHc1LH9i806kbVTtX9_ylUv.png"/><pubDate>Fri, 04 Apr 2025 06:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/84d246a6-cdef-4a60-aef0-0ff75b9bb6a6/3-25-4-16-PM.mp3" length="132492983" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:09:00</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>true</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>13</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>13</podcast:episode></item><item><title>12. Deconditioning &amp; Authenticity: Why Feeling Like a Hot Mess 🙃 is the Key to Growth</title><itunes:title>12. Deconditioning &amp; Authenticity: Why Feeling Like a Hot Mess 🙃 is the Key to Growth</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>In this episode, we dive into the messy, ongoing journey of deconditioning —shedding layers of societal and familial expectations to reconnect with your true, authentic self. </p><p>I chat about:</p><ul><li>Authenticity as the key to ease, happiness and fulfillment</li><li>How conditioning from external influences can affect your true essence</li><li>The power of Human Design and other tools in uncovering your authentic self</li><li>The messy, ongoing journey of deconditioning and healing</li><li>Practical tips for identifying and clearing out conditioning to live more authentically</li></ul><br/><p>If you don't know your Human Design, pull your free chart <a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/free-chart" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a>.</p><p>Want to dig deeper into your Human Design?<a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/human-design-reading" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> Book a reading here.</a></p><p><strong>Want 20% off any single session reading??</strong> Leave us a 5 start rating and review to receive a special thank you 20% off! Just send a screenshot of your rating and review to <a href="mailto:nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com</a> and I'll respond back with your discount code.</p><p>Let's stay in touch!</p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/nicole.guena/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@Nicole.Guena</a></p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">NicoleGuena.com</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In this episode, we dive into the messy, ongoing journey of deconditioning —shedding layers of societal and familial expectations to reconnect with your true, authentic self. </p><p>I chat about:</p><ul><li>Authenticity as the key to ease, happiness and fulfillment</li><li>How conditioning from external influences can affect your true essence</li><li>The power of Human Design and other tools in uncovering your authentic self</li><li>The messy, ongoing journey of deconditioning and healing</li><li>Practical tips for identifying and clearing out conditioning to live more authentically</li></ul><br/><p>If you don't know your Human Design, pull your free chart <a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/free-chart" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a>.</p><p>Want to dig deeper into your Human Design?<a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/human-design-reading" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> Book a reading here.</a></p><p><strong>Want 20% off any single session reading??</strong> Leave us a 5 start rating and review to receive a special thank you 20% off! Just send a screenshot of your rating and review to <a href="mailto:nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com</a> and I'll respond back with your discount code.</p><p>Let's stay in touch!</p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/nicole.guena/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@Nicole.Guena</a></p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">NicoleGuena.com</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/deconditioning-authenticity]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">0cde5c30-63b8-4716-9632-4c41a6d7af17</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/b210e0cf-d051-4da7-8f5f-6cf07f3b383c/0HHc1LH9i806kbVTtX9_ylUv.png"/><pubDate>Fri, 28 Mar 2025 06:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/7e01e3ee-386c-40be-8353-e7d24481b59e/26-25-10-54-AM.mp3" length="63538910" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>33:05</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>true</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>12</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>12</podcast:episode></item><item><title>11. The #1 You Need to Know About Your Emotions to Avoid Unnecessary Drama</title><itunes:title>11. The #1 You Need to Know About Your Emotions to Avoid Unnecessary Drama</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>If I could implant this knowledge in the brains of everyone on earth, I would.  It's how YOUR emotional center works!</p><p>Whether you are defined or undefined emotionally affects your experience of life DRASTICALLY. When you have this understanding it's game changing.</p><p>I chat about:</p><ul><li>The role of the emotional center in Human Design and its impact on emotional experiences</li><li>The difference between being emotionally defined and undefined</li><li>Practical tips for working with their emotional center to avoid unnecessary drama and create more ease</li></ul><br/><p>Podcast Episodes Mentioned:</p><ul><li><a href="https://TheHumanDesignCentersandHowtoWorkwithYourDefinition" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The Human Design Centers and How to Work with Your Definition</a></li><li><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/practical-magic/id1547036395?i=1000692209858" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Stop Second-Guessing: Your Practical Roadmap to Confident Decisions Using Human Design</a></li><li><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/practical-magic/id1547036395?i=1000687459645" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The Science of You 🔬: What is Human Design?</a></li></ul><br/><p>If you don't know your Human Design, pull your free chart <a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/free-chart" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a>.</p><p>Want to dig deeper into your Human Design?<a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/human-design-reading" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> Book a reading here.</a></p><p><strong>Want 20% off any single session reading??</strong> Leave us a 5 start rating and review to receive a special thank you 20% off! Just send a screenshot of your rating and review to <a href="mailto:nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com</a> and I'll respond back with your discount code.</p><p>Let's stay in touch!</p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/nicole.guena/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@Nicole.Guena</a></p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">NicoleGuena.com</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>If I could implant this knowledge in the brains of everyone on earth, I would.  It's how YOUR emotional center works!</p><p>Whether you are defined or undefined emotionally affects your experience of life DRASTICALLY. When you have this understanding it's game changing.</p><p>I chat about:</p><ul><li>The role of the emotional center in Human Design and its impact on emotional experiences</li><li>The difference between being emotionally defined and undefined</li><li>Practical tips for working with their emotional center to avoid unnecessary drama and create more ease</li></ul><br/><p>Podcast Episodes Mentioned:</p><ul><li><a href="https://TheHumanDesignCentersandHowtoWorkwithYourDefinition" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The Human Design Centers and How to Work with Your Definition</a></li><li><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/practical-magic/id1547036395?i=1000692209858" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Stop Second-Guessing: Your Practical Roadmap to Confident Decisions Using Human Design</a></li><li><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/practical-magic/id1547036395?i=1000687459645" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The Science of You 🔬: What is Human Design?</a></li></ul><br/><p>If you don't know your Human Design, pull your free chart <a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/free-chart" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a>.</p><p>Want to dig deeper into your Human Design?<a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/human-design-reading" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> Book a reading here.</a></p><p><strong>Want 20% off any single session reading??</strong> Leave us a 5 start rating and review to receive a special thank you 20% off! Just send a screenshot of your rating and review to <a href="mailto:nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com</a> and I'll respond back with your discount code.</p><p>Let's stay in touch!</p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/nicole.guena/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@Nicole.Guena</a></p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">NicoleGuena.com</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/the-1-you-need-to-know-about-your-emotions-to-avoid-unnecessary-drama]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">9ebce2cb-f565-46a0-9fa0-3e9c9800546d</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/b210e0cf-d051-4da7-8f5f-6cf07f3b383c/0HHc1LH9i806kbVTtX9_ylUv.png"/><pubDate>Fri, 21 Mar 2025 06:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/475f39eb-0714-4f9c-b468-09b9cc5c6516/PM-Ep11-Emotional-Center-3-20-25-10-48-AM.mp3" length="81562147" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>42:29</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>true</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>11</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>11</podcast:episode></item><item><title>10. The Transformative Power of Grief: Facing Struggle Head-On with Melissa Farag</title><itunes:title>10. The Transformative Power of Grief: Facing Struggle Head-On with Melissa Farag</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>In this episode, we dive deep into the transformative power of spirituality and yoga in navigating life's hardships with Melissa Farag, Attorney-Mediator and host of "High Vibe Divorce" podcast. Melissa shares her inspiring journey through grief, loss, and personal challenges, and how embracing spiritual practices, particularly yoga, has been instrumental in her healing and growth.</p><p>We explore:</p><ul><li>Melissa's path from divorce attorney to spiritual seeker and mediator</li><li>The impact of grief and personal loss on her spiritual journey</li><li>How yoga and breathwork became crucial tools for managing stress and anxiety</li><li>The importance of facing and processing difficult emotions</li><li>The connection between spirituality and holistic well-being</li><li>Practical tips for starting a spiritual practice and incorporating yoga into daily life</li><li>The power of intentional response versus reactive behavior in challenging situations</li></ul><br/><p>Connect with Melissa:</p><ul><li>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/highvibedivorce/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@highvibedivorce</a></li><li>Podcast: <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/high-vibe-divorce/id1755033191" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">High Vibe Divorce</a></li><li>Website <a href="https://HighVibeMediation.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">HighVibeMediation.com</a></li><li>My Interview on Melissa's Podcast: <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/27-empower-your-divorce-with-human-design-feat-nicole-guena/id1755033191?i=1000691346343" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Empower Your Divorce with Human Design</a></li></ul><br/><p>_</p><p>If you don't know your Human Design, <a href="https://pullyourfreecharthere" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">pull your free chart here</a>.</p><p>Want to dig deeper into your Human Design?<a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/human-design-reading" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> Book a reading here.</a></p><p><strong>Want 20% off any single session reading??</strong> Leave us a 5 star rating and review to receive a special thank you 20% off! Just send a screenshot of your rating and review to <a href="mailto:nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com</a> and I'll respond back with your discount code.</p><p>Let's stay in touch!</p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/nicole.guena/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@Nicole.Guena</a></p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">NicoleGuena.com</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In this episode, we dive deep into the transformative power of spirituality and yoga in navigating life's hardships with Melissa Farag, Attorney-Mediator and host of "High Vibe Divorce" podcast. Melissa shares her inspiring journey through grief, loss, and personal challenges, and how embracing spiritual practices, particularly yoga, has been instrumental in her healing and growth.</p><p>We explore:</p><ul><li>Melissa's path from divorce attorney to spiritual seeker and mediator</li><li>The impact of grief and personal loss on her spiritual journey</li><li>How yoga and breathwork became crucial tools for managing stress and anxiety</li><li>The importance of facing and processing difficult emotions</li><li>The connection between spirituality and holistic well-being</li><li>Practical tips for starting a spiritual practice and incorporating yoga into daily life</li><li>The power of intentional response versus reactive behavior in challenging situations</li></ul><br/><p>Connect with Melissa:</p><ul><li>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/highvibedivorce/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@highvibedivorce</a></li><li>Podcast: <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/high-vibe-divorce/id1755033191" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">High Vibe Divorce</a></li><li>Website <a href="https://HighVibeMediation.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">HighVibeMediation.com</a></li><li>My Interview on Melissa's Podcast: <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/27-empower-your-divorce-with-human-design-feat-nicole-guena/id1755033191?i=1000691346343" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Empower Your Divorce with Human Design</a></li></ul><br/><p>_</p><p>If you don't know your Human Design, <a href="https://pullyourfreecharthere" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">pull your free chart here</a>.</p><p>Want to dig deeper into your Human Design?<a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/human-design-reading" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> Book a reading here.</a></p><p><strong>Want 20% off any single session reading??</strong> Leave us a 5 star rating and review to receive a special thank you 20% off! Just send a screenshot of your rating and review to <a href="mailto:nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com</a> and I'll respond back with your discount code.</p><p>Let's stay in touch!</p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/nicole.guena/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@Nicole.Guena</a></p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">NicoleGuena.com</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/the-transformative-power-of-grief]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">86301d65-0a7f-4919-81d0-fd4e004d9e86</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/b210e0cf-d051-4da7-8f5f-6cf07f3b383c/0HHc1LH9i806kbVTtX9_ylUv.png"/><pubDate>Fri, 07 Mar 2025 06:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/08bcfa10-c702-461f-8dc8-4de709b9de12/5-25-3-12-PM.mp3" length="110379597" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>57:29</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>true</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>10</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>10</podcast:episode></item><item><title>9. Holistic Human Design &amp; The Power of Embodiment with Rochelle Christiane</title><itunes:title>9. Holistic Human Design &amp; The Power of Embodiment with Rochelle Christiane</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>In this episode, we dive deep into the world of Human Design, holistic health, and personal transformation with Rochelle Christiane. Rochelle shares her inspiring journey from feeling lost and disconnected to aligning with her true self and guiding others to do the same through Human Design and holistic practices</p><p>Rochelle is a Human Design Mentor, podcast host, Certified Integrative Nutrition Health Coach, single mom of 2 Generators and forever student.  She is dedicated to helping women reconnect with their bodies and align with their unique energy.&nbsp;</p><p>We explore:</p><ul><li>Rochelle's background in holistic health and her international upbringing</li><li>The impact of Human Design on Rochelle's healing journey</li><li>The connection between physical health, emotions, and intuition</li><li>Practical tips for starting your own journey of self-discovery</li><li>The challenges and benefits of having emotional authority</li><li>The importance of embodiment and being present with your emotions</li><li>How to navigate the deconditioning process in Human Design</li><li>The interplay between Human Design and astrology</li></ul><br/><p>Connect with Rochelle:</p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/rochelle.christiane/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@rochelle.christiane</a></p><p>Podcast: <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rochelle-christiane-podcast/id1472418730" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The Rochelle Christiane Podcast</a></p><p><a href="https://www.rochellechristiane.com/wholistic-human-design-academy" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Wholistic Human Design Academy</a></p><p>_</p><p>If you don't know your Human Design, <a href="https://pullyourfreecharthere" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">pull your free chart here</a>.</p><p>Want to dig deeper into your Human Design?<a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/human-design-reading" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> Book a reading here.</a></p><p><strong>Want 20% off any single session reading??</strong> Leave us a 5 star rating and review to receive a special thank you 20% off! Just send a screenshot of your rating and review to <a href="mailto:nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com</a> and I'll respond back with your discount code.</p><p>Let's stay in touch!</p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/nicole.guena/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@Nicole.Guena</a></p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">NicoleGuena.com</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In this episode, we dive deep into the world of Human Design, holistic health, and personal transformation with Rochelle Christiane. Rochelle shares her inspiring journey from feeling lost and disconnected to aligning with her true self and guiding others to do the same through Human Design and holistic practices</p><p>Rochelle is a Human Design Mentor, podcast host, Certified Integrative Nutrition Health Coach, single mom of 2 Generators and forever student.  She is dedicated to helping women reconnect with their bodies and align with their unique energy.&nbsp;</p><p>We explore:</p><ul><li>Rochelle's background in holistic health and her international upbringing</li><li>The impact of Human Design on Rochelle's healing journey</li><li>The connection between physical health, emotions, and intuition</li><li>Practical tips for starting your own journey of self-discovery</li><li>The challenges and benefits of having emotional authority</li><li>The importance of embodiment and being present with your emotions</li><li>How to navigate the deconditioning process in Human Design</li><li>The interplay between Human Design and astrology</li></ul><br/><p>Connect with Rochelle:</p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/rochelle.christiane/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@rochelle.christiane</a></p><p>Podcast: <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rochelle-christiane-podcast/id1472418730" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The Rochelle Christiane Podcast</a></p><p><a href="https://www.rochellechristiane.com/wholistic-human-design-academy" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Wholistic Human Design Academy</a></p><p>_</p><p>If you don't know your Human Design, <a href="https://pullyourfreecharthere" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">pull your free chart here</a>.</p><p>Want to dig deeper into your Human Design?<a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/human-design-reading" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> Book a reading here.</a></p><p><strong>Want 20% off any single session reading??</strong> Leave us a 5 star rating and review to receive a special thank you 20% off! Just send a screenshot of your rating and review to <a href="mailto:nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com</a> and I'll respond back with your discount code.</p><p>Let's stay in touch!</p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/nicole.guena/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@Nicole.Guena</a></p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">NicoleGuena.com</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/holistic-human-design-the-power-of-embodiment]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">2a86080d-7e80-466c-b02e-de3e315babe9</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/b210e0cf-d051-4da7-8f5f-6cf07f3b383c/0HHc1LH9i806kbVTtX9_ylUv.png"/><pubDate>Fri, 28 Feb 2025 10:24:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/060de41f-84d0-4cec-ad73-14372e83c24a/28-25-10-17-AM.mp3" length="112139206" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>58:24</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>true</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>9</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>9</podcast:episode></item><item><title>8. Human Design Centers &amp; How to Work with Your Definition</title><itunes:title>8. Human Design Centers &amp; How to Work with Your Definition</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>The centers in Human Design are a key element to understanding ourselves and how we interact with others. They act as internal hubs that influence various aspects of behavior and thought processes. </p><p>Learning to work with the way your energy naturally functions is the biggest life hack and I'm so excited to share it!</p><p>In this episode, my friend Alex and I dive deep into this crucial aspect of your design and how to leverage it.</p><p>I chat about:</p><ul><li>My journey from NYC hustle culture to Human Design Coach</li><li>Human Design vs traditional therapy</li><li>Insights from my design that cut to the core of issues in my life </li><li>Deep dive into the energy centers in Human Design</li><li>How to work with each center whether its defined or undefined</li><li>The strength and vulnerability of each center</li></ul><br/><p>If you don't know your Human Design, pull your free chart <a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/free-chart" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a>.</p><p>Want to dig deeper into your Human Design?<a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/human-design-reading" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> Book a reading here.</a></p><p><strong>Want 20% off any single session reading??</strong> Leave us a 5 start rating and review to receive a special thank you 20% off! Just send a screenshot of your rating and review to <a href="mailto:nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com</a> and I'll respond back with your discount code.</p><p>_</p><p>Connect with Alex aka the Modern Medium </p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/themodernmedium_/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@themodernmedium_</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The centers in Human Design are a key element to understanding ourselves and how we interact with others. They act as internal hubs that influence various aspects of behavior and thought processes. </p><p>Learning to work with the way your energy naturally functions is the biggest life hack and I'm so excited to share it!</p><p>In this episode, my friend Alex and I dive deep into this crucial aspect of your design and how to leverage it.</p><p>I chat about:</p><ul><li>My journey from NYC hustle culture to Human Design Coach</li><li>Human Design vs traditional therapy</li><li>Insights from my design that cut to the core of issues in my life </li><li>Deep dive into the energy centers in Human Design</li><li>How to work with each center whether its defined or undefined</li><li>The strength and vulnerability of each center</li></ul><br/><p>If you don't know your Human Design, pull your free chart <a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/free-chart" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a>.</p><p>Want to dig deeper into your Human Design?<a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/human-design-reading" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> Book a reading here.</a></p><p><strong>Want 20% off any single session reading??</strong> Leave us a 5 start rating and review to receive a special thank you 20% off! Just send a screenshot of your rating and review to <a href="mailto:nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com</a> and I'll respond back with your discount code.</p><p>_</p><p>Connect with Alex aka the Modern Medium </p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/themodernmedium_/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@themodernmedium_</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/human-design-centers-how-to-work-with-your-definition]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">1089f7ec-4947-4cf2-9ff7-c703a5c9b551</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/b210e0cf-d051-4da7-8f5f-6cf07f3b383c/0HHc1LH9i806kbVTtX9_ylUv.png"/><pubDate>Fri, 21 Feb 2025 06:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/81dc5185-dd7b-45c2-92b4-004f23bccb26/22-25-7-28-AM.mp3" length="157316415" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:21:56</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>true</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>8</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>8</podcast:episode></item><item><title>7. Stop Second-Guessing: Your Practical Roadmap to Confident Decisions Using Human Design</title><itunes:title>7. Stop Second-Guessing: Your Practical Roadmap to Confident Decisions Using Human Design</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Knowing how to use your Human Design authority to make decisions is LIFE CHANGING.</p><p>In this episode, we dive deep into this crucial aspect of your design and how to leverage it.</p><p>I chat about:</p><ul><li>The 8 different Human Design authorities and their unique characteristics</li><li>How to identify and interpret your specific authority</li><li>Practical tips for using your authority in everyday decision-making</li><li>The importance of trusting your body's intelligence over logical thinking</li><li>Common pitfalls and "not-self" voices to watch out for</li><li>How to support others based on their authority type</li><li>Real-life examples and experiences of living in alignment with your authority</li></ul><br/><p>If you don't know your Human Design, <a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/free-chart" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">pull your free chart here</a>.</p><p>Want to dig deeper into your Human Design?<a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/human-design-reading" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> Book a reading here.</a></p><p><strong>Want 20% off any single session reading??</strong> Leave us a 5 star rating and review to receive a special thank you 20% off! Just send a screenshot of your rating and review to <a href="mailto:nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com</a> and I'll respond back with your discount code.</p><p>Let's stay in touch!</p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/nicole.guena/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@Nicole.Guena</a></p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">NicoleGuena.com</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Knowing how to use your Human Design authority to make decisions is LIFE CHANGING.</p><p>In this episode, we dive deep into this crucial aspect of your design and how to leverage it.</p><p>I chat about:</p><ul><li>The 8 different Human Design authorities and their unique characteristics</li><li>How to identify and interpret your specific authority</li><li>Practical tips for using your authority in everyday decision-making</li><li>The importance of trusting your body's intelligence over logical thinking</li><li>Common pitfalls and "not-self" voices to watch out for</li><li>How to support others based on their authority type</li><li>Real-life examples and experiences of living in alignment with your authority</li></ul><br/><p>If you don't know your Human Design, <a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/free-chart" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">pull your free chart here</a>.</p><p>Want to dig deeper into your Human Design?<a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/human-design-reading" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> Book a reading here.</a></p><p><strong>Want 20% off any single session reading??</strong> Leave us a 5 star rating and review to receive a special thank you 20% off! Just send a screenshot of your rating and review to <a href="mailto:nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com</a> and I'll respond back with your discount code.</p><p>Let's stay in touch!</p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/nicole.guena/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@Nicole.Guena</a></p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">NicoleGuena.com</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[http://nicoleguena.com]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">f703fbc6-d74a-4a21-8117-a17e36b91f8e</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/b210e0cf-d051-4da7-8f5f-6cf07f3b383c/0HHc1LH9i806kbVTtX9_ylUv.png"/><pubDate>Fri, 14 Feb 2025 06:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/34cd03d1-e573-4eaf-978a-f377d49517cc/13-25-12-21-PM.mp3" length="102247783" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>53:15</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>true</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>7</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>7</podcast:episode></item><item><title>6. The Shortcut to Your Purpose: Embody Your Personality Profile</title><itunes:title>6. The Shortcut to Your Purpose: Embody Your Personality Profile</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Purpose is such a HUGE topic and Human Design provides SO many helpful ways to embody ours.  One of my FAVORITE ways to do this is with the Profile Numbers.</p><p>Listen along as my friend Amanda and I discuss...</p><ul><li>Characteristics of the 6 personality archetypes and how to embody them</li><li>Balancing the different aspects of our personality</li><li>Our experience living our design and embracing our profile numbers and type</li><li>How to support others in your life based on their profile numbers</li><li>How to translate your personality archetype into your purpose</li></ul><br/><p>If you don't know your Human Design, <a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/free-chart" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">pull your free chart here</a>.</p><p>Want to dig deeper into your Human Design?<a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/human-design-reading" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> Book a reading here.</a></p><p><strong>Want 20% off any single session reading??</strong> Leave us a 5 star rating and review to receive a special thank you 20% off! Just send a screenshot of your rating and review to <a href="mailto:nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com</a> and I'll respond back with your discount code.</p><p>Let's stay in touch!</p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/nicole.guena/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@Nicole.Guena</a></p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">NicoleGuena.com</a></p><p>_</p><p>Connect with Amanda at Collective Good Shop</p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/collectivegood.shop/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@collectivegood.shop</a></p><p>Website: <a href="https://collectivegood.shop" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">collectivegood.shop</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Purpose is such a HUGE topic and Human Design provides SO many helpful ways to embody ours.  One of my FAVORITE ways to do this is with the Profile Numbers.</p><p>Listen along as my friend Amanda and I discuss...</p><ul><li>Characteristics of the 6 personality archetypes and how to embody them</li><li>Balancing the different aspects of our personality</li><li>Our experience living our design and embracing our profile numbers and type</li><li>How to support others in your life based on their profile numbers</li><li>How to translate your personality archetype into your purpose</li></ul><br/><p>If you don't know your Human Design, <a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/free-chart" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">pull your free chart here</a>.</p><p>Want to dig deeper into your Human Design?<a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/human-design-reading" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> Book a reading here.</a></p><p><strong>Want 20% off any single session reading??</strong> Leave us a 5 star rating and review to receive a special thank you 20% off! Just send a screenshot of your rating and review to <a href="mailto:nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com</a> and I'll respond back with your discount code.</p><p>Let's stay in touch!</p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/nicole.guena/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@Nicole.Guena</a></p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">NicoleGuena.com</a></p><p>_</p><p>Connect with Amanda at Collective Good Shop</p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/collectivegood.shop/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@collectivegood.shop</a></p><p>Website: <a href="https://collectivegood.shop" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">collectivegood.shop</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/the-shortcut-to-your-purpose-embody-your-personality-profile]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">053cabd0-04b2-44eb-a885-e36a574f3636</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/b210e0cf-d051-4da7-8f5f-6cf07f3b383c/0HHc1LH9i806kbVTtX9_ylUv.png"/><pubDate>Fri, 07 Feb 2025 06:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/3e20bad7-ac79-4e56-9b06-811f677e4c36/6-25-11-22-AM.mp3" length="117180629" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:01:02</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>true</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>6</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>6</podcast:episode></item><item><title>5. The Science of You 🔬: What is Human Design?</title><itunes:title>5. The Science of You 🔬: What is Human Design?</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>In this episode we dive DEEP into Human Design!</p><p>Here's what you'll discover:</p><ul><li>Human Design Demystified:&nbsp;Uncover the origins and core principles of this revolutionary system that blends ancient wisdom with modern science.</li><li>Your Energetic Blueprint:&nbsp;Learn how Human Design reveals your unique gifts, decision-making strategies, and life purpose.</li><li>Breaking Free from Conditioning:&nbsp;Discover how understanding your design can help you release societal expectations and embrace your true self.</li><li>Navigating Your Chart:&nbsp;Get practical tips on how to interpret and use your Human Design chart for personal growth.</li></ul><br/><p>Whether you're feeling stuck in life or simply curious about what makes you tick, this episode offers a fresh perspective on embracing your uniqueness and living with greater ease and purpose.</p><p>Follow along on <a href="https://youtu.be/OvWFzRlA74I?feature=shared" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Youtube</a> to get a visual walk through of how to read a Human Design Chart.</p><p>If you don't know your Human Design, <a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/free-chart" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">pull your free chart here</a>.</p><p>Want to dig deeper into your Human Design?<a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/human-design-reading" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> Book a reading here.</a></p><p><strong>Want 20% off any single session reading??</strong> Leave us a 5 star rating and review to receive a special thank you 20% off! Just send a screenshot of your rating and review to <a href="mailto:nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com</a> and I'll respond back with your discount code.</p><p>Let's stay in touch!</p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/nicole.guena/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@Nicole.Guena</a></p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">NicoleGuena.com</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In this episode we dive DEEP into Human Design!</p><p>Here's what you'll discover:</p><ul><li>Human Design Demystified:&nbsp;Uncover the origins and core principles of this revolutionary system that blends ancient wisdom with modern science.</li><li>Your Energetic Blueprint:&nbsp;Learn how Human Design reveals your unique gifts, decision-making strategies, and life purpose.</li><li>Breaking Free from Conditioning:&nbsp;Discover how understanding your design can help you release societal expectations and embrace your true self.</li><li>Navigating Your Chart:&nbsp;Get practical tips on how to interpret and use your Human Design chart for personal growth.</li></ul><br/><p>Whether you're feeling stuck in life or simply curious about what makes you tick, this episode offers a fresh perspective on embracing your uniqueness and living with greater ease and purpose.</p><p>Follow along on <a href="https://youtu.be/OvWFzRlA74I?feature=shared" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Youtube</a> to get a visual walk through of how to read a Human Design Chart.</p><p>If you don't know your Human Design, <a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/free-chart" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">pull your free chart here</a>.</p><p>Want to dig deeper into your Human Design?<a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/human-design-reading" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> Book a reading here.</a></p><p><strong>Want 20% off any single session reading??</strong> Leave us a 5 star rating and review to receive a special thank you 20% off! Just send a screenshot of your rating and review to <a href="mailto:nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com</a> and I'll respond back with your discount code.</p><p>Let's stay in touch!</p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/nicole.guena/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@Nicole.Guena</a></p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">NicoleGuena.com</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/the-science-of-you-what-is-human-design]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">d181d335-40d8-456e-a8ee-ee48ffc05bdf</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/b210e0cf-d051-4da7-8f5f-6cf07f3b383c/0HHc1LH9i806kbVTtX9_ylUv.png"/><pubDate>Fri, 31 Jan 2025 06:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/b8eca6c6-8d87-4d4c-9e4a-66d7d679d86f/29-25-2-42-PM.mp3" length="90930284" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>47:21</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>true</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>5</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>5</podcast:episode></item><item><title>4. The Cosmic Weather Forecast: Navigating 2025&apos;s Astrological Shifts 🌟</title><itunes:title>4. The Cosmic Weather Forecast: Navigating 2025&apos;s Astrological Shifts 🌟</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>2025 is shaping up to be a year of major transitions and transformations!</p><p>This week we chat 2025 transits with Astrologer, Sandra Stovall. Sandra gives us the cosmic low down on the major shifts coming in 2025 and how we can prepare and best navigate them.  </p><p>Sandra was generous enough to share a 10% discount with code ASTRO10 when you book <a href="https://astrologywithsandra.as.me/schedule.php" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a> before 3/31/25.</p><p>Click <a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/s/2025-Astrology-Dates.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a> for a quick summary of the major transits and their dates for reference.</p><p><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/practical-magic/id1547036395?i=1000684393838" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Listen here</a> to learn about the significance of the astrological houses. I start talking about this around 30ish minutes in.</p><p>_</p><p>Let's stay in touch!</p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/nicole.guena/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@Nicole.Guena</a></p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">NicoleGuena.com</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>2025 is shaping up to be a year of major transitions and transformations!</p><p>This week we chat 2025 transits with Astrologer, Sandra Stovall. Sandra gives us the cosmic low down on the major shifts coming in 2025 and how we can prepare and best navigate them.  </p><p>Sandra was generous enough to share a 10% discount with code ASTRO10 when you book <a href="https://astrologywithsandra.as.me/schedule.php" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a> before 3/31/25.</p><p>Click <a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/s/2025-Astrology-Dates.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a> for a quick summary of the major transits and their dates for reference.</p><p><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/practical-magic/id1547036395?i=1000684393838" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Listen here</a> to learn about the significance of the astrological houses. I start talking about this around 30ish minutes in.</p><p>_</p><p>Let's stay in touch!</p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/nicole.guena/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@Nicole.Guena</a></p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">NicoleGuena.com</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/the-cosmic-weather-forecast-navigating-2025s-astrological-shifts]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">1ba0783d-c5e2-43e8-b3c6-f9e1d5089432</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/b210e0cf-d051-4da7-8f5f-6cf07f3b383c/0HHc1LH9i806kbVTtX9_ylUv.png"/><pubDate>Fri, 24 Jan 2025 06:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/44232d55-f022-41f6-956d-32b86a177139/22-25-12-22-PM.mp3" length="116371460" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:00:36</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>true</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>4</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>4</podcast:episode></item><item><title>3. Intention Setting That Works Like Magic 🔮</title><itunes:title>3. Intention Setting That Works Like Magic 🔮</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>In this episode, we dive deep into a practical step-by-step guide for setting intentions that truly work. This comprehensive approach combines Human Design principles with astrological insights to help you create lasting change in your life. </p><p>Episode Highlights:</p><ul><li>Why traditional goal-setting methods often fail</li><li>The importance of aligning intentions with your natural energy</li><li>How to avoid overwhelm and conflicting priorities</li><li>Practical strategies for making your intentions stick</li><li>Leveraging Human Design to set goals that resonate with your unique energy type</li><li>Using astrological sun transits to amplify your intention-setting power</li></ul><br/><p>Key Takeaways:</p><ul><li>Learn to work with your natural energy, not against it</li><li>Discover how to focus on meaningful progress in key areas of your life</li><li>Understand the connection between Human Design and effective goal-setting</li><li>Explore how astrology can support your intention-setting process</li></ul><br/><p>This guide is designed to be the last intention-setting exercise you'll ever need. By aligning with your Human Design, you're setting yourself up for success in a practically magical way 🔮</p><p>Download the free companion guide <a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/intention-setting-guide" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a>.</p><p>Want to dive deeper into your Human Design and intention-setting journey? <a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/intention-setting-package" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Book a coaching package here.</a></p><p>If you don't know your Human Design, <a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/free-chart" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">pull your free chart here</a>.</p><p>Let's stay in touch!</p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/nicole.guena/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@Nicole.Guena</a></p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">NicoleGuena.com</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In this episode, we dive deep into a practical step-by-step guide for setting intentions that truly work. This comprehensive approach combines Human Design principles with astrological insights to help you create lasting change in your life. </p><p>Episode Highlights:</p><ul><li>Why traditional goal-setting methods often fail</li><li>The importance of aligning intentions with your natural energy</li><li>How to avoid overwhelm and conflicting priorities</li><li>Practical strategies for making your intentions stick</li><li>Leveraging Human Design to set goals that resonate with your unique energy type</li><li>Using astrological sun transits to amplify your intention-setting power</li></ul><br/><p>Key Takeaways:</p><ul><li>Learn to work with your natural energy, not against it</li><li>Discover how to focus on meaningful progress in key areas of your life</li><li>Understand the connection between Human Design and effective goal-setting</li><li>Explore how astrology can support your intention-setting process</li></ul><br/><p>This guide is designed to be the last intention-setting exercise you'll ever need. By aligning with your Human Design, you're setting yourself up for success in a practically magical way 🔮</p><p>Download the free companion guide <a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/intention-setting-guide" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a>.</p><p>Want to dive deeper into your Human Design and intention-setting journey? <a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/intention-setting-package" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Book a coaching package here.</a></p><p>If you don't know your Human Design, <a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/free-chart" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">pull your free chart here</a>.</p><p>Let's stay in touch!</p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/nicole.guena/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@Nicole.Guena</a></p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">NicoleGuena.com</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/intention-setting-that-works-like-magic]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">cdf73927-493e-496b-939f-a4041270b7b3</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/b210e0cf-d051-4da7-8f5f-6cf07f3b383c/0HHc1LH9i806kbVTtX9_ylUv.png"/><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jan 2025 08:38:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/aa52abe7-758c-47f8-8677-89b05c3a03ed/17-25-8-14-AM.mp3" length="108382588" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>56:27</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>true</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>3</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>3</podcast:episode></item><item><title>2. The 5 Energy Types That Could Transform Your Life (And How to Find Yours)</title><itunes:title>2. The 5 Energy Types That Could Transform Your Life (And How to Find Yours)</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Let's dive into Human Design Energy Types.</p><p>This is the perfect entry point for Human Design newbies who want to start experimenting with this LIFE CHANGING system. It's also a great reminder for those of us deeper in our Human Design journey. Going back to basics is VITAL to truly living in alignment.</p><p>I chat about...</p><ul><li>The 5 energy types</li><li>How each energy type's aura functions</li><li>Each type's strengths and natural abilities</li><li>Each type's strategy for living in alignment</li><li>Each type's red flags that they're out of alignment</li></ul><br/><p>If you don't know your Human Design, <a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/free-chart" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">pull your free chart here</a>.</p><p>Want to dig deeper into your Human Design?<a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/human-design-reading" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> Book a reading here.</a></p><p><strong>Want 20% off any single session reading??</strong> Leave us a 5 star rating and review to receive a special thank you 20% off! Just send a screenshot of your rating and review to <a href="mailto:nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com</a> and I'll respond back with your discount code.</p><p>Let's stay in touch!</p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/nicole.guena/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@Nicole.Guena</a></p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">NicoleGuena.com</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Let's dive into Human Design Energy Types.</p><p>This is the perfect entry point for Human Design newbies who want to start experimenting with this LIFE CHANGING system. It's also a great reminder for those of us deeper in our Human Design journey. Going back to basics is VITAL to truly living in alignment.</p><p>I chat about...</p><ul><li>The 5 energy types</li><li>How each energy type's aura functions</li><li>Each type's strengths and natural abilities</li><li>Each type's strategy for living in alignment</li><li>Each type's red flags that they're out of alignment</li></ul><br/><p>If you don't know your Human Design, <a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/free-chart" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">pull your free chart here</a>.</p><p>Want to dig deeper into your Human Design?<a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com/human-design-reading" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> Book a reading here.</a></p><p><strong>Want 20% off any single session reading??</strong> Leave us a 5 star rating and review to receive a special thank you 20% off! Just send a screenshot of your rating and review to <a href="mailto:nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com</a> and I'll respond back with your discount code.</p><p>Let's stay in touch!</p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/nicole.guena/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@Nicole.Guena</a></p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">NicoleGuena.com</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/the-5-energy-types-that-could-transform-your-life]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">600a30bc-6ce3-401b-bf25-29d71cb41496</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/b210e0cf-d051-4da7-8f5f-6cf07f3b383c/0HHc1LH9i806kbVTtX9_ylUv.png"/><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jan 2025 05:30:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/120c2866-ff97-464c-bbac-5ac5dc8fe106/7-25-4-03-PM.mp3" length="145189747" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:15:37</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>true</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>2</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>2</podcast:episode></item><item><title>1. The Secret to Making Every Day Feel Magical (Even When Life Gets Messy)</title><itunes:title>1. The Secret to Making Every Day Feel Magical (Even When Life Gets Messy)</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome to Practical Magic, a podcast where we make the magical tangible and the practical magical. I'm Nicole Guena—Human Design Expert, Personal Growth &amp; Group Dynamics Coach, and recovering Type-A perfectionist here to help you create breakthroughs in every area of life.</p><p>On Practical Magic we’ll be talking all things personal development / psychology, spirituality and wellness. We'll cover everything from inner child and shadow work to astrology to past lives, and of course MY personal favorite Human Design.</p><p>The intention of the Practical Magic podcast is to provide practical guidance and information through the lens of magic and spirituality. When you begin to look at the world through a lens of wonder, synchronicities and divine timing EVERYTHING starts to feel magical.</p><p>Let's stay in touch!</p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/nicole.guena/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@Nicole.Guena</a></p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">NicoleGuena.com</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome to Practical Magic, a podcast where we make the magical tangible and the practical magical. I'm Nicole Guena—Human Design Expert, Personal Growth &amp; Group Dynamics Coach, and recovering Type-A perfectionist here to help you create breakthroughs in every area of life.</p><p>On Practical Magic we’ll be talking all things personal development / psychology, spirituality and wellness. We'll cover everything from inner child and shadow work to astrology to past lives, and of course MY personal favorite Human Design.</p><p>The intention of the Practical Magic podcast is to provide practical guidance and information through the lens of magic and spirituality. When you begin to look at the world through a lens of wonder, synchronicities and divine timing EVERYTHING starts to feel magical.</p><p>Let's stay in touch!</p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/nicole.guena/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@Nicole.Guena</a></p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.nicoleguena.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">NicoleGuena.com</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.nicoleguena.com/podcast/the-secret-to-making-every-day-feel-magical]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">326c4614-ca2b-42c4-9378-f6beb9742e25</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/b210e0cf-d051-4da7-8f5f-6cf07f3b383c/0HHc1LH9i806kbVTtX9_ylUv.png"/><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jan 2025 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/20408f79-a592-484b-8484-43fd54dd63a6/7-25-4-06-PM.mp3" length="28824055" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>15:01</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>true</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>1</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>1</podcast:episode></item><item><title>Practical Magic Trailer</title><itunes:title>Practical Magic Trailer</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome to <em>Practical Magic</em>, where we make the magical tangible and the practical magical. 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