In my early postpartum days, I remember Googling things like "motherhood identity crisis" because I felt so lost. I thought I was prepared for motherhood, but I was not. Turns out, I should have been Googling the term "matrescence," but I'd never heard of it. Today, I'm joined by integrative therapist Amy Borskey Duffer to talk about this powerful concept, which helps mothers create meaning and peace amidst huge life changes. We discuss: What is matrescence? The developmental journey of becoming...
Feb 27, 2025•1 hr 11 min
In this deeply personal episode, I share the magical preconception story of my son Henry, who started visiting me in dreams 7 years before he was born. Tune in to hear: The moment I knew I’d be a mother, even though I never planned on it How my son started communicating with me long before he was born My experience with a miscarriage and pregnancy after loss The beautiful signs and symbols that carried me through my grief, all the way through a healthy pregnancy and birth Tips for communicating ...
Sep 03, 2024•1 hr
Welcome back to the show! After a 3-year break, I'm back at the mic to address the elephant in the atmosphere: we've all been through a crazy amount of upheaval in the last few years, but we're not really talking about it. Tune in to hear: What's been happening for me personally over the last few years Why I haven't felt "normal" since 2019 (you can probably relate!) The aftermath of the pandemic and how it's affecting people emotionally, even if they aren't talking about it Major trends I am se...
Aug 27, 2024•30 min
Have insomnia or sleep issues? This episode will blow your mind — and it might change your life. Holly unpacks the subconscious root causes of insomnia, and explains why hypnotherapy can be an effective approach for people who have tried everything else. Here's what's covered: Why common treatments for insomnia often don't work How your insomnia is trying to protect you and make you happy (seriously) The top 4 subconscious root causes of insomnia How trauma and childhood sleep experiences create...
Oct 26, 2021•29 min
Are there annoying things in your life that you just don't wanna deal with? Me too. In this episode, I share personal stories about how these energy drains pile up to create a massive mountain of misery. Tune in to get the inspiration you need to tackle one sucky thing on your to-do list this week. Here's what's covered: Hospital bills and household tasks (AKA, stupid things I avoided and regretted) A story about a window that might change your life Why we avoid the little things, and what to do...
Oct 13, 2021•19 min
If you've ever caught yourself saying, "Yikes — my kids are going to need so much therapy!," this episode is for you. I'm joined by my dear friend and colleague, Kristen Willis, to discuss what it looks like to heal your own trauma and raise littles at the same time. Here's what's covered: How addressing the wounds of your inner child can influence your role as a parent Conscious parenting: what it is (and what it isn't) Fate vs. control: emotional wounds as sacred teachers What to do when paren...
Aug 03, 2021•50 min
Many people feel like their pain isn't justifiable. They're ashamed of their struggles, because they feel like they had "a pretty decent childhood." This creates the question, "If nothing terrible happened to me, why do I feel so bad?" In this myth-busting episode, I'll answer that question, and offer a new perspective on childhood trauma and what really causes pain. Here's what's covered: The dark side of comparative suffering (why it's dangerous to compare your pain to someone else's) What rea...
Jul 27, 2021•32 min
Today I'm sharing all about the super-practical tool I've used to increase my intuition. You'll hear the hilarious backstory, as well as how you can learn this skill yourself! Here's what's covered: How I was introduced to pendulums When I started using a pendulum to tap into my intuition How I use a pendulum to make everyday decisions (and serious decisions, too!) How you can use a pendulum to guide important decisions, test for ideal foods and personal care products, and more Details on my upc...
Feb 16, 2021•26 min
If you're fascinated by hypnotherapy and the subconscious mind, I'm diving into my top 5 FAQs today. Here's what's covered: Personal and professional life updates (roosters and '90s songs) Standard hypnotherapy vs. Rapid Transformational Therapy (RTT) Can hypnosis work if you have trouble remembering your past? What if you can't access the "right" memory in a hypnotherapy session? What if you have a background of trauma, or are apprehensive about what might come up? What if you can't visualize, ...
Feb 02, 2021•33 min
Lauren Geertsen is back on the show to celebrate the release of her new book, The Invisible Corset: Break Free from Beauty Culture and Embrace Your Radiant Self. Holly and Lauren discuss how to wade through cultural noise to reconnect to your own intuition. Here's what's covered: Lauren's new book, and her goal to end the cycle of female body hate How cultural expectations make us just as uncomfortable as traditional corsets How Lauren's healing journey opened her eyes to mass manipulation, incl...
Jan 19, 2021•56 min
If you're interested in the mind-body connection, energy medicine, and our current collective awakening and shift in consciousness, today's episode is going to be a treat for you. I'm interviewing Dr. Brian T. Lumb and Dr. Chelsea Rae Verslues — both chiropractors who specialize in energetic bodywork that's nothing like traditional chiropractic. I have been working with Dr. Brian for almost a year, and I love the perspectives that he and Dr. Chelsea Rae bring to the table. Here's what's covered:...
Jan 13, 2021•1 hr 37 min
Happy New Year! It's a ripe time for change and goal setting, so I wanted to discuss one of the biggest goal-setting pitfalls out there: changing at the level of ACTION, without changing at the level of identity. Here's what's covered: Why it's impossible to sustain long-term change without an identity shift Why action alone won't create the change you want to see What self-helpy words like "being" and "awareness" really mean, and how to understand and apply them Red flags to notice in your self...
Jan 05, 2021•35 min
If you've ever been told you're "too sensitive," "too impulsive," or too WHATEVER, today's episode is for you. I'm chatting with astrologer Natha Campanella about how we can use the wisdom of astrology to better understand ourselves, our personalities, and how we relate to the world. Here's what's covered: How and why Natha became an astrologer Astrology myth-busting: the true depth of astrology, beyond the newspaper horoscope How our birth chart (natal chart) acts as a map for our life path How...
Dec 22, 2020•58 min
If you're a fellow holistic practitioner, coach, or creative, you'll want to tune into this week's episode! I'm talking all about business and creativity as a vehicle for healing and personal development. If you feel stuck and afraid of truly putting yourself out there, I'm sharing my unfiltered thoughts. I'm also unveiling a new program I'm offering! Here's what's covered: Why so many holistic practitioners stay stuck The common blocks we face, including imposter syndrome, "not-good-enoughness,...
Dec 15, 2020•41 min
I'm back at the mic after a break! Truth be told, I've been in a funk. I've appreciated other people being honest about this lately, so I'm being honest about it, too — in hopes that you might feel less alone. Here's what I'm chatting about: The response to my last episode on censorship and cancel culture The strange 2020 phenomenon of being lonely and simultaneously wanting to be even more alone The collective feeling that we're all just "holding it together" Why 2020 is a legitimate excuse, an...
Dec 08, 2020•33 min
Today, I'm speaking freely about my deep concerns with censorship and cancel culture, particularly in the arena of alternative wellness. If you value natural and alternative health information — and want to continue to have access to this information — this episode is an important listen. Here's what's covered: Why I haven't spoken up about this until now What's going on with censorship in the natural and alternative health arenas The truth about censorship (it started way before the current glo...
Nov 10, 2020•52 min
In today's episode, I talk about two "mind tricks" I use frequently to help alleviate worry. I'm also sharing my habit challenge for November, and ways you can stay grounded and centered during these uncertain times. Here's what's covered: My personal November habit challenge: what I'm doing and why Compartmentalizing worry: how to prevent worry from "emotionally bleeding" all over your days The case for making a date with worry, and setting a worrying deadline An example of how I successfully u...
Nov 03, 2020•27 min
If you've fallen off track, it might be a good thing. In this episode, I share why backslides are so important to our evolution and growth, and how you can reframe your thinking around what it means to "screw up." Here's what's covered: Important updates about my practice, and how to join my waiting list The two ways you can choose to think about backslides Feedback vs. failure: what your mistakes are telling you The importance of contrast, and how imperfection fuels evolution What would happen ...
Oct 27, 2020•21 min
To help you through these uber-wonky times, I created Clear the Crap: A Hypnotic Meditation to Release BS and Baggage . It's a totally free, 20-minute practice that I like to describe as a car wash for the soul. This episode is a "user's manual" for the meditation, where I share: Why I created this meditation What it's good for (bad vibes, yucky energy, feeling heavy or "blah," etc.) Why it's important to manage your energy as a sensitive soul/HSP How this meditation is both similar and differen...
Oct 21, 2020•21 min
Mindspeak celebrated its first birthday on October 1! To celebrate, I'm sharing my top 5 lessons from a year of podcasting. If you have a thing that you want to do, but you're not doing it, this is for you. Here's what's covered: How I really felt when I launched this podcast (spoiler: I was terrified) How suppressing your dreams contributes to chronic health issues The experience of breaking a creative promise to myself, and how I grew from it Breaking past the "all or nothing" mentality with y...
Oct 06, 2020•27 min
Have you tried affirmations, only to experience lackluster results? Consider this episode your affirmation troubleshooting guide. Here's what's covered: Why so many of us struggle with affirmations or give up on them altogether The crucial thing that most people overlook when working with affirmations How to tell if your affirmation hits the "Goldilocks sweet spot," or if it's too hot or cold Two tools you can use today to increase the power of your affirmations and your desire to stick with the...
Sep 29, 2020•27 min
In this episode, I'm doing a deep dive on money mindset. I'll discuss why money is often an important part of the healing journey, and why it's important to do both tactical and mindset work around money. You'll also learn how you can win a month of RTT hypnotherapy with me! Here's what's covered: Details on Grow Financially Well , the financial program I recommend to everyone How you can win a month of RTT and Coaching with me (seriously!) Why financial health is so important to consider on you...
Sep 21, 2020•44 min
I'm back! If you struggle with "self-sabotage," I want to give you a different perspective on what's happening. Your mind will be blown and you'll never see yourself the same way again. Here's what's covered: What I've been up to (moving, farm updates, and tiny camel updates) The ultimate analogy for understanding "self-sabotage" Why your mind is always trying to be your friend, even when it's a jerk Specific examples of conscious vs. subconscious conflicts from real client sessions Why the ages...
Sep 15, 2020•44 min
By popular request, I've recorded an episode all about repeating numbers — also known as angel numbers — as well as other signs and synchronicities. Here's what's covered: The significance of repeating numbers like 111, 222, and 444 — what do they mean? Where do you see them? How do you know what messages they have for you? My personal story with repeating numbers and other signs (including an absolutely bizarre encounter with bees) How to tune into your own intuition, instead of listening to th...
Aug 18, 2020•33 min
If you're trapped in a cycle of thinking you don't know enough, this episode is for you. Here's what's covered: Why we believe the myth that we'll feel confident as soon as we complete the next course, certification, or degree program Why it might be important to set the bar low for yourself (because high standards can be a trap) How to tell if continuing education is a smart idea, or a never-ending rabbit hole Two things to keep in mind when people mock your dreams The confidence mystery: why d...
Aug 11, 2020•35 min
In this episode, I talk about my stubborn habit of hitting snooze, and how I finally broke through it using RTT (Rapid Transformational Therapy). Here's what's covered: Basic principles of the mind: how your mind is always trying to keep you safe, alive, and happy Why your most annoying habits and patterns aren't curses — they probably exist for beautiful reasons My persistent habit of hitting snooze, and why it was such a drag A glimpse into my hypnotherapy session, which revealed the subconsci...
Aug 04, 2020•35 min
We're back! In this solo episode, Holly shares why she took a break from the podcast and social media. She also gets real about why so many people are having a hard time right now, and why that's perfectly OK. Here's what's covered: The intuitive messages that led Holly to go silent online for 3+ months Energetic themes that are occurring in the collective, including reassessing priorities, the desire for connection, and slowing down Why Holly is moving again (!!!), and where she's headed next C...
Jul 28, 2020•42 min
Holly interviews Dr. Nima Rahmany, a chiropractor and transitional anxiety mentor. Dr. Nima takes a 360-degree, mind-body approach to emotional and physical wellness, informed by his own healing journey and 20+ years of experience in the field. In this episode, Holly and Dr. Nima discuss: Why Dr. Nima moved away from traditional chiropractic How adolescent bullying affected his personal and career development The heartbreaking wakeup call that led Dr. Nima to change his approach and integrate pe...
Mar 24, 2020•43 min
If you're struggling with anxiety, panic, and uncertainty during these times, you're not alone. In this episode, Holly shares the three practices that have been the most helpful to her over the last several days, in hopes that they will help you, too. Here's what's covered: The 7-word mantra you can always come back to What you need to know about being an HSP or empath in these times Why social media is a double-edged sword, and a simple formula for monitoring your media consumption For the comp...
Mar 17, 2020•22 min
Haters! Unfortunately, they're a part of the healing journey. Just when you're feeling good about yourself and what you're doing, someone will come along and crap on your parade, or make you feel bad about your healthy choices. Don't let the naysaying get you off track. In this episode, Holly shares her best tips for navigating confrontation and discomfort, including: The only question that matters when someone criticizes you What you're really afraid of when someone disapproves of your choices ...
Mar 10, 2020•23 min
