In this episode, Dr. Anna Kress discusses the power of manifesting and the importance of healing emotional wounds. With over 20 years of experience, she offers valuable advice on how to regulate your nervous system and align your goals with your true values for a more fulfilling life.

In our conversation, we explored how every aspect of our work holds both light and shadow. Even what may seem beautiful, meaningful, or life-giving can carry shadow aspects when we approach it with heaviness, over-identification, or imbalance. By noticing how easily we can lean into the shadow side—even when engaging with something good—we open the door to greater awareness. This reflection calls us to hold both sides with honesty, to recognize the pull of shadow without letting it define us, and to cultivate a more balanced, compassionate relationship with our work.

In this conversation, we explore the intricate relationship between nourishment, body trust, and healing. We discuss the importance of intuitive eating, the impact of cultural influences on eating habits, and the role of permission in fostering a healthy relationship with food. The dialogue also delves into the generational trauma surrounding food, the effects of social media on body image, and the significance of open conversations between parents and children regarding food and self-acceptance. Through personal anecdotes and professional insights, they emphasize the transformative power of trusting one's body and the necessity of creating a supportive environment for healing.