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The Calm Edge Podcast
For high-achieving women who look calm on the outside but feel chaotic on the inside.
Hosted by certified hypnotherapist Brooke Ansley, The Calm Edge blends subconscious reprogramming, nervous system wisdom, and emotionally intelligent coaching to help you stop spiraling and start leading from your center.
Whether you're navigating motherhood, entrepreneurship, or an identity shift, this podcast will show you how to regulate your mind, rewrite old patterns, and reclaim the version of you who…
Episodes
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Is it ADHD? Or Are We All Just Overwhelmed with Integrative Psychiatrist, Andrea Lee
Between chronic stress, sleep deprivation, endless screen time, and the mental load of everyday life, it's no wonder so many of us are struggling with brain…
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Nobody Knows What They’re Doing: Bet On Yourself with Nicole Funabashi
What does it actually take to bet on yourself and build the business? In this episode, Brooke sits down with the founder of Bashi, (a Kava powered NA drink)…
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You Can’t Shame Yourself Into Change (Solo Episode)
What happens when the practices that are supposed to make you feel better start feeling like one more thing you’re failing at? In this solo episode, Brooke…
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Healing the Success Wound with Author Brooke Taylor
What happens when success stops being something you want—and becomes something you need in order to feel worthy? In this episode, I sat down with author and…
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You’re Already Qualified: How to Own Your Story & Build Your Personal Brand with Laura-May Keohane
What if the next level of your career or business doesn’t require you to do more—but to finally own what you’ve already done? In this episode, Brooke sits down…
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Why Every Woman Should Do Fertility Exercises (Even If She Doesn't Want Kids) - with the CoFounders of The Fertility Class
Fertility isn't just about getting pregnant- it's one of the clearest markers of a woman's overall health. In this episode, Brooke sits down with Marta Han and…
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The Life-Changing Decision to Be Yourself: Rachael Blumberg on Self Trust
What if the next level of your life isn’t about becoming someone new — but having the courage to fully be yourself? In this episode, I sit down with mentor…
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Getting Through Hard Times: The Mindset Shift That Changes Everything
There are seasons in life when the practices that normally keep us grounded just aren’t available. Maybe you’re navigating a health challenge, sleep…
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The Fear of Falling Apart with Ilona Varo
What if anxiety, exhaustion, or overwhelm aren’t signs that you’re “broken”… but signs that you’ve been holding it all together for too long? In this episode…
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When Your Nervous System is Rejecting Your Life with Dr. Jessica Sharratt
What if nervous system dysregulation isn’t just stress… but your body rejecting a life that no longer feels aligned? In this episode of The Calm Edge Podcast…
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Fertility Reinvented: The Missing Piece in Women's Health with Vida Delrahim, Co-Founder of WeNatal
More women are having babies in their 40s than ever before - and it’s time to flip the narrative. In this episode, I sit down with WeNatal co-founder Vida…
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You’re Not Too Much: The Power of Choosing Yourself with Megan Sherer
In this episode of The Calm Edge Podcast, Brooke sits down with somatic therapist and embodiment mentor Megan Sherer to explore what it really means to choose…
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The Courage to Outgrow Your Dream Job with Vanessa Zippo
What happens when the career you worked so hard to build no longer feels aligned? In this episode of The Calm Edge Podcast, Brooke sits down with longtime…
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Focus Is a Muscle: Rewiring the Overstimulated Brain
Why does it feel so hard to focus lately? If your brain feels scattered, foggy, or overstimulated, you’re not broken. You’ve simply been training the wrong…
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When Your Career Feels Wrong In Your Body with Lynn Mull
Brooke sits down with holistic career coach, author, and former Wall Street professional Lynn Mull to explore what it means to listen to the body’s signals…
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Wellness for Women Who Are Doing A lot with the Cofounders of Juna
What does it look like to build energy, clarity, and a business—without burning yourself out? In this episode of The Calm Edge Podcast, Brooke sits down with…
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Becoming EPIC: Emotionally Powerful and Internally Connected with Jenna Laski Scott
What if emotional intelligence isn’t about controlling your emotions—but learning how to work with them? In this episode of The Calm Edge, I sat down with…
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Becoming a Mom at 40: How Waiting Changed Everything
In this episode, Brooke shares the five surprising benefits of becoming a mom at 40 — from deeper nervous system regulation and stronger boundaries to building…
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Emotional Intelligence in Business: How Leaders Communicate with Impact with Kristy Mandour
Emotional intelligence isn’t about “getting in your feelings”—it’s about feeling safe in your body so you can communicate with intention and impact. In this…
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How to Surrender: What Birth, Postpartum and Vertigo Taught Me About Calm
This episode is a vulnerable share of my first year of motherhood — the birth story I didn’t plan for, the 10 months of vertigo I never expected, and the…
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How I Reversed Endometriosis, an Ovarian Cyst & Period Pain without Surgery - with Special Guest Lauren Wyman
If you've suffered through intense period pain and have been told "Sorry, that's just the way it is..." YOU ARE NOT ALONE. In this episode, I'm sharing the…
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From Teacher to Entrepreneur: Danna Thomas Pioneers a Movement for Happiness
In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month I sat down with former Baltimore City School Teacher turned Founder and Author of Happy Teacher Revolution, Danna…
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Between Prescription & Reality: Brooke Siem Speaks Out About Antidepressant Drug Withdrawal
Brooke Siem, Chopped Champion Chef and author of the memoir “May Cause Side Effects,” sits down with me in this episode for an unscripted conversation on the…
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The Price of Chasing Job Titles: Katie Duda's Awakening to True Fulfillment and Holistic Health
Is climbing the corporate ladder worth your health? Katie Duda thought so, until it wasn't. Find out how she turned her life and health around by taking the…
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This Is What You're Really Hungry For: Exploring the Emotional Connections to Food with Kim Shapira
Discover the secrets to a healthy relationship with food in this episode with renowned celebrity dietitian Kim Shapira! From overcoming childhood illness to…
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Trusting Your Gut: Harnessing Intuition for Confident Decision-Making
In this episode I’m sharing insights on building confidence through intuition and decision-making. Join me as I dive into the common issue of decision fatigue…
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Breaking Barriers: Empowering Female Leaders in Tech with McKenzie Haught, Product Leader at JPMorgan Chase
In this exciting episode I’m joined by special guest & Product Leader at JPMorgan Chase, McKenzie Haught, as we dive into the day to day challenges women face…
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Are Your Gut Issues In Your Head? with Morgan Lewis, Holistic Nutrition Consultant
Morgan Lewis, Certified Holistic Nutrition Consultant, explains how stress is often the dark horse behind many common gut health issues, and how a calm nervous…
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Sleep Anxiety: What Are the Signs and How Can I Fix it?
Did you know that a human could die of sleep deprivation -- even before they would die of starvation or thirst? THAT is how important sleep is - so if you're…
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Cannabis, Meditation & Hypnosis: What Do They All Have in Common?
In this episode I share what I learned from accidentally eating a weed edible 12 years ago🙈, including what it taught me about being present in my body and the…
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Boundaries Unleashed: Mastering the Art of Saying No with Eliah Pritchard
Setting a boundary with work can feel seriously hard after you've been readily available 24/7 to your company. Is it because you're afraid you'll miss…
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Overcoming Insecurities & Pursuing Creative Passions with Tipsky Skin Founder, Callie Ahern
Join me and Founder of Tipsy Skin, Callie Ahern, for a deeper-than-skin conversation about beauty, insecurities, following your passions and trusting your gut…
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When Traditional Healthcare isn’t Solving Your Symptoms with Dr. Brit Freet
Join me and Dr. Britt Freet in a discussion on the power of combining western and eastern medicine to heal the body. In this episode, hear about Dr. Freet’s…
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BONUS episode: An Exciting Announcement for Happy Body Podcast
In this mini episode I'm revealing new and exciting things on the horizon for Happy Body Podcast and my listeners! Tune in to find out what they are :) If you…
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How I Ghosted My Future Husband on a Dating App
Ever get this subtle feeling that you're somehow not allowing yourself to really find love? I did this for the first 34 years of my life. In fact, I literally…
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Are You Subconsciously Sabotaging Your Love Life?
It's called "subconscious sabatage" because we're not usually aware that it's happening... until it's too late. 🙈🤪 The truth is, we ALL have core belief…
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Growing through Difficult Transitions with Lauren Kimbrough
Lauren Kimbrough is an Associate Licensed Counselor + Certified Nutrition & Wellness Coach who has combined her love for mind body health with her passion for…
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Becoming Your Own Healer with these Self Hypnosis Techniques
In this episode I'm sharing how I went from crutches 😥 --> to back in action in only 2 weeks 💃 using self hypnosis and the incredible power of the mind's…
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Reverse Aging with Lifestyle Factors with Hannah Went
Did you know it's scientifically proven that you can REVERSE the graying of hair by engaging in activities that lower stress? Yes you read that right- this…
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Why You Need More Yoga in Your Life with Jessica Greene
If you've been avoiding that yoga membership, we get it...but if you've been feeling not great emotionally, it might be time to take the plunge! Join me along…
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Paralyzed by an Overwhelming To-Do List? How to Get Unstuck and Back In Flow
Ever felt like you *know* what you SHOULD be doing...but you just can't get yourself to do it? Sometimes when we're overwhelmed with options and to-do lists…
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Talk Therapy and Hypnotherapy: How to Move the Needle
In this episode I share why Talk Therapy can feel like a hamster wheel when it comes to creating significant change. Also, learn the simple secret to getting…
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"You Left Me": The Unconscious Truth Behind Abandonment in Relationships
YIKES, in this episode we’re making BOLD STATEMENTS. Only listen if you’re ready to claim your 100% responsibility in creating your reality. You might be…
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How Taylor Swift is Influencing Your Self Talk
Listen to this episode for fun facts about my history as a country music singer songwriter. Plus, we explore how hypnosis is everywhere in our day to day -…
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How to Kick Phone Addiction with former Chemical Engineer turned Wellness Entrepreneur, Meera Dahyabhai
Looking at your phone right after you wake up in the morning? How bout right before bed? You're prob gonna wanna quit 🙅♀️ doing that after listening to this…
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Self Care Hacks with Brooke Harris, CEO & Founder of Goodmylk Co
To busy for self care? Steal these hacks! In this episode, I've brought in Goodmylk Co Founder & CEO, wellness entrepreneur, foodie AND new mom, Brooke Harris…
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How to Actually Get Out of Fight or Flight Mode
As part of the "get out of fight or flight" series, this episode is all about HOW the F to actually turn off stress mode. Research shows that practicing forms…
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How Chronic Stress Impacts the Body with Dr. Erin Kinney
What does stress have to do with your physical health? In this episode we learn from Naturopathic Doctor and Stress Reset Expert, Dr. Erin Kinney, on exactly…
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Are You Subconsciously Sabotaging Your Results?
Have you ever felt like avoiding certain feelings? It's normal to feel apprehension around feelings like 'sad' or 'anger.' In this episode I talk with special…
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What Happens Once I Open the Emotional Flood Gates?
Processing emotions and healing doesn't have to be painful. In this episode we talk about the freedom and happiness that is on the other side of vulnerabilty…
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Is Your Mind Going to So Many Crazy Conclusions???
This just in: you don't have to keep listening to that b***h in your head! Listen to this episode to find out how to change your self talk. Plus, get on the…
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Why You Need to Gain Control Over Your Mind and Not Let it Run Rampant
In this episode we'll discuss why being at the affect of your rampant, negative brain is no way to live 🙅♀️. Plus- learn what you can actually DO to reel it…
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From Panic to Peace - Overcoming Anxiety with Special Guest Laura
In this episode, special guest Laura shares how getting in tune with her thoughts and needs helped her move from chronically anxious to feeling totally in…
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Three Mindset Shifts that will Drop 30lbs with Special Guest Becca
If you told her a year ago that one day she would LOVE HIIT classes... Becca wouldn't have believed you. Now she moves her body every day, rarely drinks soda…
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The Cost of Staying Where You Are
Real talk - how important is it to take ownership over our health and lifestyle? Learn how hypnotherapy can help supplement what our medical system drops the…
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How Kay Stopped Sugar Cravings (hint: it's not what you think)
In this episode I share Kay's story of going from heartbroken + sedentary ➡️ to traveling the world with her girlfriends, down two pant sizes and no longer…
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It Doesn’t Have to Be THAT Hard
This one might actually blow your mind 🤯. Learn how to stop relying on willpower to get healthy, and how to start tapping into the subconscious to put health…
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Why Hypnosis Gets Results that Last
What is it about hypnotherapy that makes it so darn effective? In this episode I explain why subconscious work gets such great results... and why those changes…
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What is Hypnosis and How Can it Help Me?
Is it mind control? A party trick? Voo doo or woo woo? The answer will suprise you! In this episode I debunk the myths you've heard about hypnosis, and…
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The Surprising Secret to Healthy Weight Loss
In this episode we talk joint pain, weight gain, and anxiety in our mid-to-late 30s...which I personally refuse to accept as "normal"! I'll share how I lowered…