The Self Within – Details, episodes & analysis

Have you ever wondered what your body is trying to tell you—beyond the symptoms? While Western medicine typically address the "what", Traditional Chinese Medicines looks at the "why."

This week, I sat down with Dr. Kassie Sorokach who is a Doctor of Acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine, a Certified Functional Medicine Practitioner, and faculty at Dragon Rises College of Oriental Medicine. She joins us to break down what Traditional Chinese Medicine actually assesses when it looks at your body, and why your "normal" lab results might be missing the whole picture.

We get into the five elements, the organ body clock, what your tongue is quietly telling you, and why emotions like grief, worry, and stress aren't just in your head—they live in specific organs and show up as physical symptoms. We also get into what your digestion and pulse reveal, and why Traditional Chinese Medicine practitioners are asking questions your doctor never will.

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About Dr. Kassie Sorokach

• https://www.divine-acupuncture.com/
• https://www.instagram.com/dr.kassiesorokach/

About Anabel

• Visit ⁠⁠www.nunatherapy.com⁠⁠
• https://www.instagram.com/nunatherapy/
• https://www.facebook.com/nunatx/

NOTE: The information shared in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be considered medical or professional advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider, therapist, or other professional before starting any new routines, practices, or making decisions based on the content of this podcast.

Not every healer has your best interests at heart.

In this episode, I sit down with Marisa Fanelli, acupuncturist, hypnotherapist, and founder of Find Your Healers, to talk about the red flags hiding in plain sight, why even gifted practitioners can cause harm, and what it actually feels like to leave a session better than you came in. If you've ever been burned, scared off, or just not sure who to trust, this one's for you.

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About Marisa Fanelli

• https://www.healingpointtherapeutics.com/
• https://findyourhealers.com/
• https://www.facebook.com/findyourhealers/
• https://www.instagram.com/find_your_healers/

About Anabel

• Visit ⁠⁠www.nunatherapy.com⁠⁠
• https://www.instagram.com/nunatherapy/
• https://www.facebook.com/nunatx/

NOTE: The information shared in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be considered medical or professional advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider, therapist, or other professional before starting any new routines, practices, or making decisions based on the content of this podcast.

Why is it that everyday stress makes our nervous system think there's a tiger in the room?

In this episode, Anabel and Jon Orsini—a certified somatic breathwork guide and faculty member at the Kripalu Center for Yoga & Health and T. Schreiber Acting Studio in NYC—explore how our breath can become one of the most powerful tools we have for nervous system regulation.

In this episode, we get into:

• Why the nervous system often misreads modern stress as danger

• Jon’s three pillars of calm breathing: nose, belly, slow

• Why breathwork is less about oxygen—and more about CO₂ tolerance

• How to use triangle breathing and box breathing without creating more stress

• Why emotional releases aren’t the goal—and why agency and safety matter

• How breathwork helps you build a bigger emotional “container” so you can respond instead of react

Try Jon’s 10-minute daily breathwork practice:
https://youtu.be/BxwMDP4v21E?si=G9vPc5mS50-jHxvW

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About Jon

• Visit ⁠www.jonorsini.com⁠
• https://www.instagram.com/jonorsini/
• https://www.youtube.com/@Jon.Orsini

About Anabel

• Visit ⁠⁠www.nunatherapy.com⁠⁠
• https://www.instagram.com/nunatherapy/
• https://www.facebook.com/nunatx/

NOTE: The information shared in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be considered medical or professional advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider, therapist, or other professional before starting any new routines, practices, or making decisions based on the content of this podcast.

“What goes around comes around” — that’s how most of us think of karma. But Buddhist philosophy sees it differently—as the ongoing flow of cause and effect, guided by our intentions, actions, and awareness.

In this episode, Anabel sits down with Kevin Maher, North Zone Leader of Soka Gakkai International–USA, to explore karma as a living practice — one that’s dynamic, transformable, and rooted in personal growth.

Together, they discuss:

• Turning karma into mission and value creation

• Working with repeating patterns and tendencies

• The timing of karma — past, present, and future

• The meaning of family and collective karma

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About Kevin

• Learn more⁠ here⁠.
• Visit Soka Gakkai International ⁠website here⁠.

About Anabel

• Visit ⁠⁠www.nunatherapy.com⁠⁠
• https://www.instagram.com/nunatherapy/
• https://www.facebook.com/nunatx/

NOTE: The information shared in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be considered medical or professional advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider, therapist, or other professional before starting any new routines, practices, or making decisions based on the content of this podcast.

What if your menstrual cycle isn’t a problem to manage, but a rhythm to trust?

Joining Anabel for this episode is Yoga Therapist, Integrative Health Coach, and creator of The Flow Code, Lauren Oliver.

Together they dive into:

• The four phases of a woman's cycle (menstruation, follicular, ovulatory, luteal)

• How Ayurveda & the doshas (Vata, Pitta, Kapha) map to your cycle

• What PMS is actually signaling—and simple ways to respond
• Feelings of guilt and shame that can arise during the month.
• And more...

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About Lauren

• Visit https://thevibrantbody.co⁠⁠
• Learn more about Lauren's ⁠"The Flow Code" program and enroll here⁠ (includes $50 discount).

About Anabel

• Visit ⁠⁠www.nunatherapy.com⁠⁠
• https://www.instagram.com/nunatherapy/
• https://www.facebook.com/nunatx/

NOTE: The information shared in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be considered medical or professional advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider, therapist, or other professional before starting any new routines, practices, or making decisions based on the content of this podcast.

Astrology isn’t just about your Sun sign or daily horoscopes — it’s truly a rich, reflective tool that can provide deep insight into your life’s transitions, patterns, and purpose.

In this episode, Anabel sat down with therapist, clinical social worker, and astrologer Priya Zander Fox to explore the grounded, therapeutic side of astrology, beyond the surface-level “woo.”

Whether you’re new to astrology or you’ve had your chart read before, this episode will show you how astrology can evolve with you and act as a mirror to your personal growth.

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About Priya Zander Fox

• Visit https://priyazanderfox.com⁠

About Anabel

• Visit ⁠⁠www.nunatherapy.com⁠⁠
• https://www.instagram.com/nunatherapy/
• https://www.facebook.com/nunatx/

Antojai Tarot Deck

• Get a copy of it on Etsy⁠.

NOTE: The information shared in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be considered medical or professional advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider, therapist, or other professional before starting any new routines, practices, or making decisions based on the content of this podcast.

What does it really feel like to walk away from a long-time career and step into the unknown?

In this episode of The Self Within, Anabel chats with Energy Healer and Sound Bath practitioner, Jinna Penachio, who recently left her corporate job after 20+ years in the pharmaceutical industry. Together, we share the reality of emotions behind choosing a different path—from uncertainty, freedom, self-doubt, and everything in between.

They explore:

• The moment we each knew it was time to leave

• Why honoring your nervous system during change is essential

• How to define success on your own terms

• Reflective questions to help you clarify your next step

Whether you're on the edge of a transition or deep in one, this is your permission slip to trust the process.

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About Jinna

• To get in contact with Jinna email her at zenrisewellnessevents@gmail.com.

About Anabel

• Visit ⁠⁠www.nunatherapy.com⁠⁠
• https://www.instagram.com/nunatherapy/
• https://www.facebook.com/nunatx/

NOTE: The information shared in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be considered medical or professional advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider, therapist, or other professional before starting any new routines, practices, or making decisions based on the content of this podcast.

What if the version of you who’s living your dream life already exists?In this episode of The Self Within, I sit down with Axél Carrasquillo, Shaman and founder of the Antojai Ascension Academy, to explore the concept of Quantum Jumping—a powerful practice that can bridge the gap between who you are today and who you want to become. Whether you’re feeling stuck, searching for clarity, or simply curious about how to work with energy in a deeper way, this conversation is for you.

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About Axél

• Visit https://quantumreiki.org/⁠⁠
• For the Antojai Quantum Reiki Tarot deck, visit https://www.etsy.com/listing/1740316118/antojai-quantum-reiki-tarot-ascended

About Anabel

• Visit ⁠⁠www.nunatherapy.com⁠⁠
• https://www.instagram.com/nunatherapy/
• https://www.facebook.com/nunatx/

NOTE: The information shared in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be considered medical or professional advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider, therapist, or other professional before starting any new routines, practices, or making decisions based on the content of this podcast.

This episode explores the wisdom that comes from death, impermanence, and the beauty of embracing the present. Through personal reflections and deep insights, we uncover how facing mortality can inspire us to live more fully, release fear, and cherish the fleeting moments that make life meaningful.

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About Debbie

• Visit https://www.debbiecharbonneau.ca/

About Anabel

• Visit ⁠⁠www.nunatherapy.com⁠⁠
• https://www.instagram.com/nunatherapy/
• https://www.facebook.com/nunatx/

NOTE: The information shared in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be considered medical or professional advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider, therapist, or other professional before starting any new routines, practices, or making decisions based on the content of this podcast.

Have you ever noticed how your energy shifts throughout the day or why your cravings change with the seasons? According to Ayurveda, the five elements—air, earth, fire, water, and space—govern not just nature but also our daily rhythms, influencing the best times to sleep, eat, and move.

In this episode I sit down with Rachel Warnock, Ayurvedic herbalist and founder of Impact Botanicals, to explore the wisdom of Ayurveda, a 5,000-year-old system of health and balance. We discuss:- How Ayurveda helps us live in harmony with the seasons- Why our modern routines might be backwards (hint: your biggest meal should be midday!)- How to choose the right foods and habits for different times of day- How to work with your natural dosha type instead of against it

Ayurveda isn’t just about food—it’s a holistic way of living in tune with your body and the world around you. If you’re ready to bring more balance into your life, this episode is for you!

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About Rachel

• https://myimpactbotanicals.com/
• Free download on the Doshas and how to work with them: https://bit.ly/Ayurveda_Doshas⁠
• https://www.instagram.com/impactbotanicals/

About Anabel

• Visit ⁠⁠www.nunatherapy.com⁠⁠
• https://www.instagram.com/nunatherapy/
• https://www.facebook.com/nunatx/

NOTE: The information shared in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be considered medical or professional advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider, therapist, or other professional before starting any new routines, practices, or making decisions based on the content of this podcast.