The Somatic Coaching Academy Podcast
Somatics has always been at the core of Ani and Brian’s professional expertise, but that’s not what makes them a dynamic duo. Ani and Brian are life and business partners and the “yin” to the other’s “yang.” They share stories from their professional lives as well as their personal lives to better explain and illustrate the power of somatic techniques. After more than a decade working independently, Ani and Brian combined forces. Together they have over 86,000 hours of client experience, more than 20 certifications and half a century working helping people learn to develop self and professional mastery. After leaving the Western Medical system and creating their own private pay holistic rehabilitation practices, they went on to create two wellness centers and two international training centers together. Their expert knowledge of physiology combined with multiple certifications in energy medicine, eastern movement practices like tai chi and qigong, meditation, mindfulness and manual therapies combined with coaching methodology ultimately led to the formation of The Somatic Coaching Academy. Through the lens of coaching, Brian and Ani have developed a comprehensive curriculum for learning somatic modalities that anyone can learn. You don’t need to be a psychologist to deeply help people transform their lives and heal long held problems, both physical and emotional. The trauma-sensitive coaching solutions taught at the Somatic Coaching Academy will outperform conventional western coaching and therapeutic practices. Episodes of this show are packed with useful information and lessons on precisely this topic. In this hectic and precarious world, everyone should have equal access to whatever resources they need to thrive. Using innovative trauma-sensitive somatic coaching methods, Brian and Ani will help you master client work. Learn the ins and outs of a variety of holistic methods so you can provide truly life-changing outcomes for your clientele.
Episodes
What if you don’t actually need more energy—you need to stop leaking the energy you already have? Ani and Brian unpack the hidden drains on your energy, from chronic tension and worry to overthinking, conflict, and emotional repression, and share a practical “gather, circulate, and direct” framework to help you manage your energy more intentionally.
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What if taking yourself too seriously is actually getting in the way of what you want to create? Ani and Brian explore how lightheartedness, releasing chronic tension, and simple somatic practices like breathwork, laughter, humming, and body scans can help you feel more open, relaxed, and ready to move toward what you want.
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What if taking care of yourself isn’t selfish—but actually makes you better for everyone around you? Ani and Brian unpack the guilt and shame around personal development and show how investing in yourself can build greater confidence, warmth, connection, and a more empowered way of showing up in your life.
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What if the unpleasantness isn’t the problem—but the uncertainty around when it will end? Ani and Brian unpack why uncertainty can intensify difficult sensations and share practical somatic tools for creating more certainty, grounding yourself, and becoming less overwhelmed by uncomfortable experiences.
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What if pushing harder isn’t always the path to better performance? Ani and Brian explore how somatic practices, intentional recovery, and the natural “law of rhythm” can help athletes regulate their nervous systems, perform more sustainably, and build healthier relationships with their bodies.
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What if your body knows whether a decision is right before your conscious mind can explain why? Ani and Brian explore Antonio Damasio’s groundbreaking work on emotions, sensation, and decision-making—and share how tuning into your body’s signals can help you make more effective, growth-aligned choices.
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Is AI replacing coaches—or making truly human coaching more valuable than ever? As artificial intelligence transforms the coaching industry, where does that leave coaches, consultants, and anyone passionate about helping others grow? In this episode, Ani Anderson and Brian Trzaskos dive into the future of coaching, the explosive growth of the somatics industry, and why body-based transformation is becoming one...
Does somatic coaching always have to involve trauma? It's one of the most common questions people ask—and the answer may surprise you. In this episode, Ani Anderson and Brian Trzaskos take you on a fascinating journey through the history of somatics, exploring how trauma and body-based practices became so closely connected. From the pioneering work of Pierre Janet and Wilhelm Reich to the human potential movem...
Are you coaching people on what to do—or helping them transform who they're being? It's a subtle distinction, but it can completely change the results your clients experience. In this episode, Ani Anderson and Brian Trzaskos explore the powerful difference between coaching from a doing state versus a being state. They unpack why coaching can mean different things depending on the context, how each approach ser...
What if the biggest thing standing between you and better health, greater emotional resilience, and a deeper spiritual connection is something you're carrying every single day without even realizing it? In this episode, Ani Anderson and Brian Trzaskos unpack the surprising science behind chronic tension and explain why it's at the root of so many physical, mental, emotional, and even spiritual challenges. From chron...
Tired of feeling "triggered" by other people's behavior? In this episode, Ani and Brian challenge the common trigger narrative and share a powerful somatic framework for understanding emotional activation, uncovering hidden beliefs, and transforming reactivity into personal growth.
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Want to live longer—and actually enjoy it? In this episode, Ani and Brian unpack surprising longevity research, the habits shared by the world's healthiest centenarians, and practical somatic tools that can help you reduce stress, increase vitality, and thrive for decades to come.
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Have you noticed life feeling a little more... synchronized lately? In this episode, Ani and Brian explore why synchronicities may seem to be speeding up, how to tell the difference between creator consciousness and victim consciousness, and what these everyday signs can teach you about manifestation in real time.
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What if the smartest manifestation book is the one that makes complex ideas simple? Ani and Brian unpack why *Manifestation For Dummies* is a powerful guide for turning manifestation into action, with practical exercises, natural laws, and tools you can start using immediately.
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Is The Body Keeps the Score wrong—or are critics missing the bigger picture? Ani and Brian unpack a controversial challenge to one of trauma therapy’s most influential books, helping you understand predictive coding, the brain-body connection, and what current research really says about how trauma is stored and healed.
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Afraid of criticism holding you back from sharing your gifts with the world? Ani and Brian reveal a powerful mindset shift for handling negative feedback, teaching you how to stay authentic, learn from criticism, and keep moving forward without losing confidence.
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Can couples manifest together—and what makes it actually work? Ani and Brian share the shared values, mindset shifts, and practical relationship habits that have helped them co-create a thriving partnership, business, and life together.
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Can regulating your nervous system actually help you manifest something new? Ani and Brian reveal the three somatic keys to manifestation, showing how body awareness, subconscious reprogramming, and recognizing synchronicities can help you break old patterns and create meaningful change.
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What if manifestation isn’t magic—but a set of patterns you can actually learn? In
this episode, Ani and Brian break down real-life case studies (from healing to
relationships to money) So you can see exactly how beliefs, meaning, and small
shifts create powerful results—and apply the same principles to your own life.
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What if manifestation isn’t magic—but a system you can actually master?
In this episode, Ani and Brian break down their powerful 3-level manifestation
framework and show you exactly how to apply it (with real behind-the-scenes
examples) to create results with more flow, clarity, and consistency.
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