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| 275. When Pain Isn't About the Body: Emotions, the Nervous System, and the Mind-Body Connection | 23 sept. 2026 | 00:27:41 | |
Can chronic pain be influenced by emotions, stress, and the nervous system, even when the pain feels completely physical 👉 Download a FREE chapter of my book Pain-Free on Purpose and find what no one tells you about chronic pain: https://www.thewellnessengineer.com/freechapter Discover how the mind-body connection and nervous system may play a role in the way we experience chronic pain. In this episode, we will explore the surprising connection between chronic pain, emotional stress, subconscious patterns, and nervous system regulation. You'll discover why fear and stress can keep the body in a protective state, and why understanding this connection can open up a whole new way of looking at pain. Concerned about the negative impacts of EMFs on your health? Save up to 50% on Harmoni Pendant here: https://thewellnessengineer.com/harmoni In this episode, you'll learn: ⏰ 00:00 - Introduction ⏰ 03:17 - Pain Is Real ⏰ 08:56 - The Brain & Pain ⏰ 13:18 - Emotional Pain ⏰ 17:50 - Perceived Threats ⏰ 21:49 - The ONE thing you can do to activate self-healing ***** Hi there! I am Jane Hogan, the Wellness Engineer, and the host of Wellness By Design. I spent 30 years designing foundations for buildings until the pain and inflammation of rheumatoid arthritis led me to hang up my hard hat and follow my heart. Now I blend my backgrounds in science and spirituality to teach people how to tap into the power of their mind, body and soul. I help them release pain naturally so they can become the best version of themselves. Wellness By Design is a show dedicated to helping people achieve wellness, not by reacting to the world around them but by intentionally designing a life based on what their own body needs. In this show, we explore practices, methods, and scientific principles that help naturally relieve pain and inflammation. Learn more at https://thewellnessengineer.com Connect with Jane: | |||
| 274. Fasting for Healing: What Happens When You Give the Body Time Instead of Food | 16 sept. 2026 | 01:18:58 | |
Could fasting help reduce inflammation, support healing, and give your body the space it needs to recover? 👉 Download a FREE chapter of my book Pain-Free on Purpose and find what no one tells you about chronic pain: https://www.thewellnessengineer.com/freechapter Discover how therapeutic fasting may support your body's natural healing processes and why preparation, hydration, and proper guidance matter. Join me and my guest, Loren Lockman, an expert in therapeutic fasting with decades of experience, for a fascinating conversation about the potential benefits of fasting, the science behind autophagy, hydration, rest, and what happens inside the body when we stop eating. Concerned about the negative impacts of EMFs on your health? Save up to 50% on Harmoni Pendant here: https://thewellnessengineer.com/harmoni In this episode, you'll learn: ⏰ 00:00 - Introduction ⏰ 02:30 - Loren's Fasting Journey ⏰ 14:43 - Why Does Fasting Work? ⏰ 20:57 - Fasting Safety & Electrolytes ⏰ 46:43 - The Surprising Power of Hydration ⏰ 58:00 - The ONE thing you can do to activate self-healing Check out Loren Lockman's Bio: Loren Lockman is one of the world's most experienced water fasting educators, having guided more than 12,000 fasts over the past 30 years. As the founder of Tanglewood Wellness Center and Fast to Rise, he has dedicated his life to helping people better understand the body's innate ability to heal through properly supervised water fasting, deep rest, and a whole-food, plant-based lifestyle. Loren is passionate about educating others on the principles of natural health, addressing the root causes of illness rather than simply managing symptoms. Through his online programs, educational content, and speaking engagements, he empowers people around the world to make informed decisions about their health and discover the remarkable healing intelligence of the human body. Loren Lockman's gift: Free Ebook: Ancient Secrets of Healing https://www.fasttorise.com/fasttorise-freeguide Connect with Loren Lockman: Website: fasttorise.com/ Facebook: facebook.com/loren.lockman Instagram: instagram.com/lorenlockman.official/ YouTube: youtube.com/@lorenlockman_official | youtube.com/@LorenLockman ***** Hi there! I am Jane Hogan, the Wellness Engineer, and the host of Wellness By Design. I spent 30 years designing foundations for buildings until the pain and inflammation of rheumatoid arthritis led me to hang up my hard hat and follow my heart. Now I blend my backgrounds in science and spirituality to teach people how to tap into the power of their mind, body and soul. I help them release pain naturally so they can become the best version of themselves. Wellness By Design is a show dedicated to helping people achieve wellness, not by reacting to the world around them but by intentionally designing a life based on what their own body needs. In this show, we explore practices, methods, and scientific principles that help naturally relieve pain and inflammation. Learn more at https://thewellnessengineer.com Connect with Jane: | |||
| 273. Brain Fog After Surgery: What to Know Before You Go In | 09 sept. 2026 | 00:58:03 | |
Brain fog after surgery is real… anesthesia is one of the biggest neurological stress events your brain will ever face. 👉 Download a FREE chapter of my book Pain-Free on Purpose and find what no one tells you about chronic pain: https://www.thewellnessengineer.com/freechapter What if the conversation about post-surgery brain fog needs to happen before you go in, not months later when you're still struggling to find your words? Join me and my guest, Sandra Bargeron, PA-C, CAA, founder of Beyond Brain Health™, to learn more about why it's not the anesthetic drugs that matter… it's the brain that walks into the operating room, and what you can do to prepare it. Concerned about the negative impacts of EMFs on your health? Save up to 50% on Harmoni Pendant here: https://thewellnessengineer.com/harmoni In this episode, you'll learn: ⏰ 00:00 - Introduction ⏰ 02:53 - What anesthesia actually does to your brain ⏰ 14:46 - The 1999 study that cut delirium 40% ⏰ 25:34 - The domains of neurologic resilience + the NSRI™ ⏰ 35:54 - Good, better, best: how long you need to prepare ⏰ 52:12 - The ONE thing you can do to activate self-healing Check out Sandra Bargeron's Bio: Sandra Bargeron, PA-C, CAA, has spent 22 years in operating rooms as a PA first assistant and 16 years delivering anesthesia across more than 10,000 cases. After watching someone she loved experience significant cognitive decline after surgery, she made it her mission to protect brain health around anesthesia. She created the Neurologic Stress and Recovery Index™, wrote Break Through Anesthesia Fog introducing her HARP™ framework, and founded Beyond Brain Health™ to help patients prepare and recover. Sandra Bargeron's gift: You can take our Resilience and Support Quiz (Mini-NSRI) to measure how well your brain can handle surgery, illness, and life. Check it out at https://beyondbrainhealth.com/ Connect with Sandra Bargeron: Website: http://www.beyondbrainhealth.com YouTube: youtube.com/@beyondbrainhealth Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cleanlivingbasics Instagram: instagram.com/beyondbrainhealth LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/sandra-bargeron ***** Hi there! I am Jane Hogan, the Wellness Engineer, and the host of Wellness By Design. I spent 30 years designing foundations for buildings until the pain and inflammation of rheumatoid arthritis led me to hang up my hard hat and follow my heart. Now I blend my backgrounds in science and spirituality to teach people how to tap into the power of their mind, body and soul. I help them release pain naturally so they can become the best version of themselves. Wellness By Design is a show dedicated to helping people achieve wellness, not by reacting to the world around them but by intentionally designing a life based on what their own body needs. In this show, we explore practices, methods, and scientific principles that help naturally relieve pain and inflammation. Learn more at https://thewellnessengineer.com Connect with Jane: | |||
| 272. Health Self-Advocacy: What Actually Works | 02 sept. 2026 | 00:43:03 | |
Told your labs are "normal" but you still don't feel like yourself? You're not imagining it… women with chronic pain and perimenopause symptoms are dismissed every day. 👉 Download a FREE chapter of my book Pain-Free on Purpose and find what no one tells you about chronic pain: https://www.thewellnessengineer.com/freechapter What if the most powerful thing you bring to your next appointment isn't a list of symptoms, but a completely different way of showing up in the room? Join me and my guest, Katie Patel, PharmD, IFM-AFMCP, founder of Radiant Origins Wellness, to learn more about self-advocacy in a medical system that wasn't built for chronic conditions and the exact words, documentation, and nervous system shifts that change how your provider hears you. Concerned about the negative impacts of EMFs on your health? Save up to 50% on Harmoni Pendant here: https://thewellnessengineer.com/harmoni In this episode, you'll learn: ⏰ 00:00 - Introduction ⏰ 01:29 - Why Women's Pain Gets Dismissed ⏰ 11:00 - Food, Root Cause, and Nervous System Readiness ⏰ 18:30 - Intuition and "Normal" vs. Optimal Labs ⏰ 27:00 - Inner Guidance, Micro-Moments, and Building Your Support Team ⏰ 34:30 - The ONE thing you can do to activate self-healing Check out Katie Patel's Bio: Katie Patel, PharmD, IFM-AFMCP, is the founder of Radiant Origins Wellness, where she works as a precision and functional wellness practitioner for high-achieving women 35 and up. Katie spent over 10 years in pain management across private practice and VA settings, working alongside physicians on chronic disease and pain management, before transitioning to full-time practice helping women understand what's actually happening in their bodies during perimenopause and midlife, rather than being handed a prescription and sent on their way. Her approach centers on calming the nervous system first, then getting precise with functional testing, so that healing has the right foundation to actually stick. She is based in Johns Creek, Georgia right outside Atlanta. Katie Patel's gift: Get your printable guide with a one-sentence prompt, a symptom tracker (with cycle-day tracking), and specific questions to ask a provider: https://go.radiantoriginswellness.com/advocatingforyourself Connect with Katie Patel: Website: http://www.radiantoriginswellness.com Facebook: facebook.com/people/Radiant-Origins-Wellness/61576098712636/ Instagram: instagram.com/radiantoriginswellness LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/radiantoriginswellness ***** Hi there! I am Jane Hogan, the Wellness Engineer, and the host of Wellness By Design. I spent 30 years designing foundations for buildings until the pain and inflammation of rheumatoid arthritis led me to hang up my hard hat and follow my heart. Now I blend my backgrounds in science and spirituality to teach people how to tap into the power of their mind, body and soul. I help them release pain naturally so they can become the best version of themselves. Wellness By Design is a show dedicated to helping people achieve wellness, not by reacting to the world around them but by intentionally designing a life based on what their own body needs. In this show, we explore practices, methods, and scientific principles that help naturally relieve pain and inflammation. Learn more at https://thewellnessengineer.com Connect with Jane: | |||
| 271. The Hidden Cost of Living in Protection: Perfectionism, People-Pleasing, and Chronic Pain | 26 août 2026 | 00:30:58 | |
Chronic pain can become a frustrating cycle of fear, stress, and nervous system dysregulation. But what if some of the patterns keeping that cycle going are happening beneath your awareness? 👉 Download a FREE chapter of my book Pain-Free on Purpose and find what no one tells you about chronic pain: https://www.thewellnessengineer.com/freechapter Could your thoughts and beliefs be influencing how your nervous system responds to pain? In this episode, we explore the hidden connection between subconscious patterns, the brain, and the pain-fear cycle. You'll discover why the brain can learn pain, and how awareness, nervous system regulation, and new thought patterns may help create a greater sense of safety and possibility. Concerned about the negative impacts of EMFs on your health? Save up to 50% on Harmoni Pendant here: https://thewellnessengineer.com/harmoni In this episode, you'll learn: ⏰ 00:00 - Introduction ⏰ 02:49 - Your Nervous System ⏰ 06:23 - The Subconscious Mind ⏰ 09:53 - Repeating Old Patterns ⏰ 13:13 - Rewiring the Brain ⏰ 18:28 - The ONE thing you can do to activate self-healing ***** Hi there! I am Jane Hogan, the Wellness Engineer, and the host of Wellness By Design. I spent 30 years designing foundations for buildings until the pain and inflammation of rheumatoid arthritis led me to hang up my hard hat and follow my heart. Now I blend my backgrounds in science and spirituality to teach people how to tap into the power of their mind, body and soul. I help them release pain naturally so they can become the best version of themselves. Wellness By Design is a show dedicated to helping people achieve wellness, not by reacting to the world around them but by intentionally designing a life based on what their own body needs. In this show, we explore practices, methods, and scientific principles that help naturally relieve pain and inflammation. Learn more at https://thewellnessengineer.com Connect with Jane: | |||
| 270. Chronic Pain: The Hidden Truth About Adhesions | 19 août 2026 | 00:48:37 | |
Tired of chronic pain that just won't go away no matter how much you stretch, strengthen, or push through? 👉 Download a FREE chapter of my book Pain-Free on Purpose and find what no one tells you about chronic pain: https://www.thewellnessengineer.com/freechapter What if the pain in your back, neck, or knees actually starts in your feet? In this episode, discover how tight fascia creates restrictions, miscommunication, and pain throughout the body and the simple practices you can use to release them and feel at home in your body again. Join me and my guests, Deanna Hansen, creator of Block Therapy and fascia decompression, and Stacey McCarthy, master yoga teacher with 40 years of experience, to learn about The Unbound Method… a powerful fusion of yoga and fascia decompression designed to release adhesions, ease chronic pain, and help you reconnect with your body from the inside out. Concerned about the negative impacts of EMFs on your health? Save up to 50% on Harmoni Pendant here: https://thewellnessengineer.com/harmoni In this episode, you'll learn: ⏰ 00:00 - Introduction ⏰ 02:26 - How Deanna & Stacey Created the Unbound Method ⏰ 11:33 - A Health Crisis and the Discovery of Fascia ⏰ 17:42 - Block Therapy Meets Yoga: How the Method Works ⏰ 26:42 - Come Home to Yourself: Why Feet Come First ⏰ 36:42 - The ONE thing you can do to activate self-healing Check out Stacy McCarthy & Deanna Hansen's Bio: Stacy has delivered over 2,000 trainings and taught audiences as large as 1,000 people. She is an Integrative Wellness expert with a specialty in yoga and meditation. Her impact in the science of yoga and wellness is undeniable. She was named the 2021 IDEA World Instructor of the Year and co-created the first College Accredited 200- and 500-hour Yoga Teacher Training. As a celebrated speaker at events around the world, she's dedicated to unlocking the limitless potential within every individual. Deanna Hansen is a pioneer in the field of fascia decompression for physical and emotional transformation. With more than 20 years of hands-on clinical experience, Deanna created Block Therapy™, a unique fascia-release protocol, to relieve chronic pain and dis-ease, encourage healthy detoxification, and reverse cellular aging. Stacy McCarthy & Deanna Hansen's gift: The Unbound Method friends and family introductory offer through Aug 21st (save $50 off the regular price): https://kd167.isrefer.com/go/unbound/bydesign/ Connect with Stacy McCarthy & Deanna Hansen: Website: https://blocktherapy.com/ Facebook: facebook.com/DeannaHansenBlockTherapy/ YouTube: youtube.com/@Fluidisometrics ***** Hi there! I am Jane Hogan, the Wellness Engineer, and the host of Wellness By Design. I spent 30 years designing foundations for buildings until the pain and inflammation of rheumatoid arthritis led me to hang up my hard hat and follow my heart. Now I blend my backgrounds in science and spirituality to teach people how to tap into the power of their mind, body and soul. I help them release pain naturally so they can become the best version of themselves. Wellness By Design is a show dedicated to helping people achieve wellness, not by reacting to the world around them but by intentionally designing a life based on what their own body needs. In this show, we explore practices, methods, and scientific principles that help naturally relieve pain and inflammation. Learn more at https://thewellnessengineer.com Connect with Jane: | |||
| 269. Beyond Darwin: Bruce Lipton on the New Science of Human Evolution | 12 août 2026 | 01:19:23 | |
Struggling with chronic stress, pain, or feeling stuck in your health no matter what you try? Learn how reprogramming your subconscious mind can help your body heal and put you back in control. 👉 Download a FREE chapter of my book Pain-Free on Purpose and find what no one tells you about chronic pain: https://www.thewellnessengineer.com/freechapter What if 95% of your life is being run by hidden programs you never consciously chose… and what if rewriting them is the key to healing your body and your life? Join me and my guest, Dr. Bruce Lipton, internationally recognized cell biologist and bestselling author of The Biology of Belief, to learn more about how your beliefs shape your biology, why the subconscious controls most of your day, and how to shift from victim to creator so your body can finally heal. Concerned about the negative impacts of EMFs on your health? Save up to 50% on Harmoni Pendant here: https://thewellnessengineer.com/harmoni In this episode, you'll learn: ⏰ 00:00 - Introduction ⏰ 02:29 - Beyond Darwin: Why Cooperation Beats Competition ⏰ 12:29 - Collapse, Stress & the Real Cause of the Health Crisis ⏰ 20:23 - Epigenetics: Your Genes Don't Control You ⏰ 28:33 - How Your Subconscious Runs 95% of Your Life ⏰ 49:10 - The ONE thing you can do to activate self-healing Check out Bruce Lipton's Bio: Bruce H. Lipton, Ph.D., former medical school professor and epigenetic science pioneer, is the bestselling author of The Biology of Belief, Spontaneous Evolution and The Honeymoon Effect. Bruce received the prestigious Goi Peace Award (Japan) in honor of his scientific contribution to world harmony. For over ten years, Bruce has been listed in the top 100 of "the world's most spiritually influential living people" by United Kingdom's Watkins Journal. He will be releasing his new book, Beyond Darwin: How Epigenetics, Quantum Science, and Cooperation Shape Humanity's Future in 2026. Bruce Lipton's gift: Get Bruce's new book, Beyond Darwin and discover why genes don't control your destiny. Get your copy at https://amzn.to/4bnWE4A Connect with Bruce Lipton: Website: brucelipton.com Facebook: facebook.com/BruceHLiptonPhD Instagram: instagram.com/brucelipton YouTube: youtube.com/user/biologyofbelief ***** Hi there! I am Jane Hogan, the Wellness Engineer, and the host of Wellness By Design. I spent 30 years designing foundations for buildings until the pain and inflammation of rheumatoid arthritis led me to hang up my hard hat and follow my heart. Now I blend my backgrounds in science and spirituality to teach people how to tap into the power of their mind, body and soul. I help them release pain naturally so they can become the best version of themselves. Wellness By Design is a show dedicated to helping people achieve wellness, not by reacting to the world around them but by intentionally designing a life based on what their own body needs. In this show, we explore practices, methods, and scientific principles that help naturally relieve pain and inflammation. Learn more at https://thewellnessengineer.com Connect with Jane: | |||
| 268. Breast Implant Illness: What Could Be Hiding Beneath the Surface? | 05 août 2026 | 01:06:55 | |
Struggling with unexplained fatigue, brain fog, pain, or inflammation? The hidden cause could be your breast implants… and here's what you can do about it. 👉 Download a FREE chapter of my book Pain-Free on Purpose and find what no one tells you about chronic pain: https://www.thewellnessengineer.com/freechapter What if the symptoms you've been told are "just stress" or "getting older" were actually connected to something hidden inside your body? Join me and my guest, Dr. Rob Whitfield, MD, board-certified plastic surgeon and founder of the SHARP Method, to learn more about how surgery, genetics, detoxification, mitochondrial optimization, and regenerative medicine come together to create safer procedures, smoother recoveries, and better long-term outcomes. Concerned about the negative impacts of EMFs on your health? Save up to 50% on Harmoni Pendant here: https://thewellnessengineer.com/harmoni In this episode, you'll learn: ⏰ 00:00 - Introduction ⏰ 03:27 - Why Implants Trigger Illness ⏰ 15:39 - The Biofilm Discovery: 29% of Explant Capsules Test Positive ⏰ 18:02 - Inside the SHARP Method: Genetics, Detox & Surgical Prep ⏰ 28:13 - Prioritize Sleep: Cortisol, Nighttime Waking & the 3-2-1 Method ⏰ 55:15 - The ONE thing you can do to activate self-healing Check out Rob Whitfield's Bio: Dr. Robert Whitfield, MD, is a board-certified plastic surgeon and founder of the SHARP Method, a biologic recovery system integrating surgery, genetics, detoxification, and regenerative medicine. Nationally recognized for his work in Breast Implant Illness, he published the largest series of PCR-tested explant capsules, finding bacterial contamination in nearly 29% of cases. He has performed thousands of explant and fat transfer procedures, and practices in Austin, TX, working with patients worldwide. Rob Whitfield's gift: Complete Anti-Inflammatory Supplement Kit for Acute and Chronic Inflammation: https://drrobssolutions.com/products/inflammation-support-bundle and both books (SHARP and Breast Implants, Explant Surgery, and Breast Implant Illness): https://drrobssolutions.com/products/sharp-method-bii-book-dr-whitfield-book-bundle?_pos=2&_psq=book&_ss=e&_v=1.0 Connect with Rob Whitfield: Website: drrobertwhitfield.com YouTube: youtube.com/@robertwhitfieldmd Facebook: facebook.com/DrRobertWhitfield Instagram: instagram.com/robertwhitfieldmd TikTok: tiktok.com/@robertwhitfieldmd ***** Hi there! I am Jane Hogan, the Wellness Engineer, and the host of Wellness By Design. I spent 30 years designing foundations for buildings until the pain and inflammation of rheumatoid arthritis led me to hang up my hard hat and follow my heart. Now I blend my backgrounds in science and spirituality to teach people how to tap into the power of their mind, body and soul. I help them release pain naturally so they can become the best version of themselves. Wellness By Design is a show dedicated to helping people achieve wellness, not by reacting to the world around them but by intentionally designing a life based on what their own body needs. In this show, we explore practices, methods, and scientific principles that help naturally relieve pain and inflammation. Learn more at https://thewellnessengineer.com Connect with Jane: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JaneHoganHealth/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewellnessengineer/
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| 267. Chronic Pain: What If Your Body Isn't Broken? with Jane Hogan | 29 juil. 2026 | 00:30:35 | |
Living with chronic pain and feeling like your body has turned against you? This episode offers a different path to healing… one that starts with understanding what your pain is actually trying to do. 👉 Download a FREE chapter of my book Pain-Free on Purpose and find what no one tells you about chronic pain: https://www.thewellnessengineer.com/freechapter What if the pain you've been fighting has been trying to protect you the whole time? Join me to learn more about why pain is an intelligent response, how the pain-fear cycle keeps it switched on, and a simple compassion practice you can try right now to help your body feel safe enough to heal. Concerned about the negative impacts of EMFs on your health? Save up to 50% on Harmoni Pendant here: https://thewellnessengineer.com/harmoni In this episode, you'll learn: ⏰ 00:00 - Introduction ⏰ 02:16 - The Shift: What If Pain Is Intelligent? ⏰ 09:54 - Pain Is Protection ⏰ 19:12 - The Pain-Fear Cycle & Hidden Protective Patterns ⏰ 23:17 - A Compassion Practice: "You Are Not My Enemy" ⏰ 27:12 - The ONE thing you can do to activate self-healing ***** Hi there! I am Jane Hogan, the Wellness Engineer, and the host of Wellness By Design. I spent 30 years designing foundations for buildings until the pain and inflammation of rheumatoid arthritis led me to hang up my hard hat and follow my heart. Now I blend my backgrounds in science and spirituality to teach people how to tap into the power of their mind, body and soul. I help them release pain naturally so they can become the best version of themselves. Wellness By Design is a show dedicated to helping people achieve wellness, not by reacting to the world around them but by intentionally designing a life based on what their own body needs. In this show, we explore practices, methods, and scientific principles that help naturally relieve pain and inflammation. Learn more at https://thewellnessengineer.com Connect with Jane: | |||
| 266. Engineering an Awakened Life with Dr. Sue Morter | Jane Hogan | 22 juil. 2026 | 01:08:31 | |
Struggling to heal no matter what you try? Your body (not your mind) may hold the real pathway to self-healing, wholeness, and lasting well-being. 👉 Download a FREE chapter of my book Pain-Free on Purpose and find what no one tells you about chronic pain: https://www.thewellnessengineer.com/freechapter What if your spiritual anatomy isn't just a metaphor, but an actual mechanism you can switch on? And what if you don't have to wait until you're "healed, ready, or worthy" to start living your fullest life? Join me and my guest, Dr. Sue Morter, bestselling author of The Energy Codes and her new book The Anatomy of Awakening, to learn more about the five hidden energy centers beyond the physical body, how consciousness shapes the reality you experience, and the simple daily practice that shifts you into a healing state. Concerned about the negative impacts of EMFs on your health? Save up to 50% on Harmoni Pendant here: https://thewellnessengineer.com/harmoni In this episode, you'll learn: ⏰ 00:00 - Introduction ⏰ 05:07 - The 5 hidden chakras beyond your body ⏰ 21:32 - Quantum science: how consciousness creates your reality ⏰ 32:42 - The "quantum flip" & why worthiness is a non-issue ⏰ 51:27 - The ONE thing you can do to activate self-healing Check out Sue Morter's Bio: Dr. Sue Morter is an internationally acclaimed speaker, master of Bioenergetic Medicine, and thought leader bridging science, spirituality, and human potential. She is the founder and CEO of the Morter Institute for Bioenergetics, and host of breakout podcast, The Art of Awakening and Gaia TV's Healing Matrix. A leading expert in the clinical application of bioenergetics and co-developer of the Bio-Energetic Synchronization Technique, Dr. Sue teaches how to reprogram the body's electromagnetic energy flow through a process she calls Embodiment. Through her globally taught Energy Codes® seminars, LiveAwake!® programs, JourneyAwake® retreats, and BodyAwake® Yoga trainings, she illuminates the relationship between consciousness, the nervous system, and sustainable self-healing. With over 40 years of experience, Dr. Sue is a New York Times, USA Today, Publishers Weekly, and Canada's Globe and Mail, international best-selling author, Transformational Leadership Council award recipient, and respected voice in integrative healthcare and human awakening. Sue Morter's gift: Dr. Sue's newest book, The Anatomy of Awakening, reveals five hidden codes to move beyond survival mode and awaken your body's power to heal. Get your copy at https://amzn.to/4vboo37 then go to https://drsuemorter.com/the-anatomy-of-awakening-book/ to get your free guided meditation. Connect with Sue Morter: Website: http://www.drsuemorter.com YouTube: youtube.com/drsuemorter Facebook: facebook.com/DrSueMorter Instagram: instagram.com/drsuemorter ***** Hi there! I am Jane Hogan, the Wellness Engineer, and the host of Wellness By Design. I spent 30 years designing foundations for buildings until the pain and inflammation of rheumatoid arthritis led me to hang up my hard hat and follow my heart. Now I blend my backgrounds in science and spirituality to teach people how to tap into the power of their mind, body and soul. I help them release pain naturally so they can become the best version of themselves. Wellness By Design is a show dedicated to helping people achieve wellness, not by reacting to the world around them but by intentionally designing a life based on what their own body needs. In this show, we explore practices, methods, and scientific principles that help naturally relieve pain and inflammation. Learn more at https://thewellnessengineer.com Connect with Jane: | |||
| 265. The Microbiome Connection: Parkinson's, Chronic Disease and the Hidden Impact of Modern Life with Martha Carlin | Jane Hogan | 15 juil. 2026 | 00:48:15 | |
Chronic pain and chronic disease may be connected to something invisible to the naked eye… your microbiome. Discover how shifting the trillions of microbes in your gut can transform symptoms doctors call "progressive" and "incurable." 👉 Download a FREE chapter of my book Pain-Free on Purpose and find what no one tells you about chronic pain: https://www.thewellnessengineer.com/freechapter What if the disease you've been told has no cure is actually deeply connected to the trillions of microbes living in and on your body? Join me and my guest, Martha Carlin, Founder of BiotiQuest Probiotics, to learn how she uncovered the hidden link between the microbiome and chronic disease after her husband's Parkinson's diagnosis. Concerned about the negative impacts of EMFs on your health? Save up to 50% on Harmoni Pendant here: https://thewellnessengineer.com/harmoni In this episode, you'll learn: ⏰ 00:00 - Introduction ⏰ 02:30 - From Personal Crisis to Microbiome Research ⏰ 12:41 - Understanding the Microbiome's Role in Health ⏰ 20:57 - Probiotics and Their Impact on Chronic Conditions ⏰ 26:55 - The Connection Between Stress and Chronic Disease ⏰ 32:30 - The ONE thing you can do to activate self-healing Check out Martha Carlin's Bio: Martha Carlin became a microbiome researcher through love and necessity when her husband John was diagnosed with Parkinson's at 44, she refused to accept "there's nothing we can do," sparking a 24-year journey into the science of chronic disease. Today she's the founder of BiotiQuest Probiotics, author of CONNECTED: Love, Loss, and the Unseen Forces Behind Chronic Disease, a published researcher on the glycocalyx, a speaker at the White House Microbiome Initiative, and a Research Fellow at the Australian National University. A TEDxBoulder speaker and Kilimanjaro climber, Martha lives in Colorado, where she continues exploring how the microbiome shapes our hormones, energy, mood, and long-term vitality. Martha Carlin's gift: Grab your copy of CONNECTED and unlock $247 in exclusive bonuses: https://amzn.to/4y4HiM6 Try Martha's probiotic, BiotiQuest: https://biotiquest.com/bydesign Connect with Martha Carlin: Website: biotiquest.com | thebiocollective.com Blog/Substack: marthasquest.substack.com Instagram: instagram.com/biotiquest ***** Hi there! I am Jane Hogan, the Wellness Engineer, and the host of Wellness By Design. I spent 30 years designing foundations for buildings until the pain and inflammation of rheumatoid arthritis led me to hang up my hard hat and follow my heart. Now I blend my backgrounds in science and spirituality to teach people how to tap into the power of their mind, body and soul. I help them release pain naturally so they can become the best version of themselves. Wellness By Design is a show dedicated to helping people achieve wellness, not by reacting to the world around them but by intentionally designing a life based on what their own body needs. In this show, we explore practices, methods, and scientific principles that help naturally relieve pain and inflammation. Learn more at https://thewellnessengineer.com Connect with Jane: | |||
| 264. The MAP Method: Release Emotions That Are Hindering Healing with Colette Streicher | Jane Hogan | 08 juil. 2026 | 00:50:45 | |
Struggling to heal from trauma, anxiety, or limiting beliefs that keep holding you back? Discover a gentle, fast way to clear subconscious and generational trauma without reliving the pain. 👉 Download a FREE chapter of my book Pain-Free on Purpose and find what no one tells you about chronic pain: https://www.thewellnessengineer.com/freechapter What if the emotions blocking your healing aren't just "in your head" but stored in your cells, your nervous system, and even your DNA? Join me and my guest, Colette Streicher, Licensed Psychotherapist and founder of the MAP (Make Anything Possible) Method, to learn how trauma gets recorded across body, mind, energy, and soul and how working with the "superconscious" mind can find and neutralize those hidden memories quickly and gently. Concerned about the negative impacts of EMFs on your health? Save up to 50% on Harmoni Pendant here: https://thewellnessengineer.com/harmoni In this episode, you'll learn: ⏰ 00:00 - Introduction ⏰ 03:23 - Colette's Origin Story ⏰ 12:45 - How Trauma Hides in Your DNA ⏰ 18:41 - What Is the MAP Method? ⏰ 25:30 - Inside a Session ⏰ 36:08 - The ONE thing you can do to activate self-healing Check out Colette Streicher's Bio: Colette Streicher is a Licensed Psychotherapist and founder of the Make Anything Possible™ (MAP) Method, a holistic psychology that leverages the Superconscious mind to quickly and gently clear challenging emotions, traumatic memories, and limiting beliefs stored across body, mind, energy, and soul. She is the author of the Amazon international bestseller Abundance on Demand and founder of the MAP Coaching Institute, which trains psychotherapists and coaches worldwide. In her private practice, she's the secret weapon of peak performers, top athletes, CEOs, and business leaders. Colette Streicher's gift: Sign up for the MAP Workshop here: http://www.mapcoachinginstitute.com/a/2147852637/BgLvb2DT Connect with Colette Streicher: Website: mapcoachinginstitute.com Facebook: facebook.com/MAPcoachinginstitute YouTube: youtube.com/@mapcoachinginstitute LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/colettestreicher ***** Hi there! I am Jane Hogan, the Wellness Engineer, and the host of Wellness By Design. I spent 30 years designing foundations for buildings until the pain and inflammation of rheumatoid arthritis led me to hang up my hard hat and follow my heart. Now I blend my backgrounds in science and spirituality to teach people how to tap into the power of their mind, body and soul. I help them release pain naturally so they can become the best version of themselves. Wellness By Design is a show dedicated to helping people achieve wellness, not by reacting to the world around them but by intentionally designing a life based on what their own body needs. In this show, we explore practices, methods, and scientific principles that help naturally relieve pain and inflammation. Learn more at https://thewellnessengineer.com Connect with Jane: | |||
| 263. Beyond Humming: 5 Ways to Support Your Vagus Nerve | Jane Hogan | 01 juil. 2026 | 00:37:39 | |
What if you could calm your nervous system in under 60 seconds… without apps, supplements, or anything but your own breath and body? 👉 Download a FREE chapter of my book Pain-Free on Purpose and find what no one tells you about chronic pain: https://www.thewellnessengineer.com/freechapter Join me as we go Beyond Humming and explore 5 simple, science-backed ways to support and tone your vagus nerve. Humming is powerful (and yes, we cover it!) but it's only the beginning. You'll discover four "doorways" you can use anytime, anywhere to shift out of the stress response and into the rest-digest-repair state where real healing happens. Concerned about the negative impacts of EMFs on your health? Save up to 50% on Harmoni Pendant here: https://thewellnessengineer.com/harmoni In this episode, you'll learn: ⏰ 00:00 - Introduction ⏰ 02:36 - Understanding the Vagus Nerve ⏰ 11:36 - Breath and Voice: Humming and Voo Breathing ⏰ 15:38 - Eye Movements: Connecting Vision and Relaxation ⏰ 21:34 - Body Awareness: Grounding and Movement Techniques ⏰ 29:54 - Head, Ears, and Tongue: Unique Practices for Activation ⏰ 35:07 - The ONE thing you can do to activate self-healing ***** Hi there! I am Jane Hogan, the Wellness Engineer, and the host of Wellness By Design. I spent 30 years designing foundations for buildings until the pain and inflammation of rheumatoid arthritis led me to hang up my hard hat and follow my heart. Now I blend my backgrounds in science and spirituality to teach people how to tap into the power of their mind, body and soul. I help them release pain naturally so they can become the best version of themselves. Wellness By Design is a show dedicated to helping people achieve wellness, not by reacting to the world around them but by intentionally designing a life based on what their own body needs. In this show, we explore practices, methods, and scientific principles that help naturally relieve pain and inflammation. Learn more at https://thewellnessengineer.com Connect with Jane: | |||
| 262. Immuno-Rejuvenation for Chronic Pain Relief with Jeffrey Bland | Jane Hogan | 24 juin 2026 | 00:50:56 | |
Chronic pain may be driven by inflammation and an aging immune system. Learn how immuno-rejuvenation can help calm inflammation, support healing, and reduce pain naturally. Could the key to chronic pain relief be hidden within your immune system? Join me and my guest, Dr. Jeffrey Bland, founder of Big Bold Health and widely recognized as the father of functional medicine, to learn more about immuno-rejuvenation, the emerging science of renewing the immune system to reduce inflammation, support resilience, and help ease chronic pain. 👉 16 leading experts reveal the science-backed breakthroughs to finally calm your nervous system and live pain-free → https://www.thewellnessengineer.com/bpf2 Struggling with sleep? Wear blue-light-blocking glasses in the evening to help prepare your nervous system for better sleep. Save 10% at Vivarays with this link: https://vivarays.com/bydesign In this episode, you'll learn: ⏰ 00:00 - Introduction ⏰ 03:16 - Understanding Pain and Its Connection to Immunity ⏰ 12:54 - The Science Behind Immune Cell Renewal ⏰ 17:04 - Nutritional Factors for Immune Health ⏰ 23:10 - The Importance of Sleep and Stress Management ⏰ 32:14 - The ONE thing you can do to activate self-healing Check out Jeffrey Bland's Bio: Jeff Bland, PhD, is a renowned nutritional biochemist, educator, author, and widely recognized as the father of functional medicine. With more than 40 years of experience in health and wellness, he co-founded the Institute for Functional Medicine and later the Personalized Lifestyle Medicine Institute. Today, as founder of Big Bold Health, Jeff is advancing the science of Immuno-Rejuvenation, exploring how nutrition, regenerative agriculture, and ancient food crops can support a healthier immune system and improve human and planetary health. He is the author of numerous books and scientific publications, including "The Disease Delusion". Connect with Jeffrey Bland: Website: https://bigboldhealth.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drjeffreybland/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jeffreyblandphd YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@drjeffreybland ***** Hi there! I am Jane Hogan, the Wellness Engineer, and the host of Wellness By Design. I spent 30 years designing foundations for buildings until the pain and inflammation of rheumatoid arthritis led me to hang up my hard hat and follow my heart. Now I blend my backgrounds in science and spirituality to teach people how to tap into the power of their mind, body and soul. I help them release pain naturally so they can become the best version of themselves. Wellness By Design is a show dedicated to helping people achieve wellness, not by reacting to the world around them but by intentionally designing a life based on what their own body needs. In this show, we explore practices, methods, and scientific principles that help naturally relieve pain and inflammation. Learn more at https://thewellnessengineer.com Connect with Jane: | |||
| 261. Winning The War On Cancer: The Epic Journey Towards a Natural Cure with Sylvie Beljanski | Jane Hogan | 17 juin 2026 | 00:41:59 | |
What if some of the most promising discoveries in cancer research were hidden from public view? Discover how plant-based compounds may help support healthy cells and why addressing root causes matters in cancer prevention and recovery. Join me and my guest, Sylvie Beljanski, President of The Beljanski Foundation, to learn more about her father's pioneering work in molecular biology, his discovery of plant extracts that selectively target cancer cells, and the remarkable story behind a research legacy that continues today. 👉 Download my free guide to understand why pain persists: https://www.thewellnessengineer.com/whypainpersists Struggling with sleep? Wear blue-light-blocking glasses in the evening to help prepare your nervous system for better sleep. Save 10% at Vivarays with this link: https://vivarays.com/bydesign In this episode, you'll learn: ⏰ 00:00 - Introduction ⏰ 02:11 - Sylvie's Journey ⏰ 11:03 - The Legacy of Research and the Beljansky Foundation ⏰ 18:23 - Plant Extracts and Their Role in Cancer Treatment ⏰ 27:18 - Integrative Approaches to Cancer Care ⏰ 33:28 - The ONE thing you can do to activate self-healing Check out Sylvie Beljanski's Bio: Sylvie Beljanski, a French lawyer turned health advocate, author, and entrepreneur, continues her family's legacy as leaders in integrative health and cancer research. She is Founder and President of The Beljanski Foundation, a nonprofit advancing natural approaches to cancer, and CEO of Maison Beljanski, a global dietary supplement company. Author of "Winning The War On Cancer", host of the "Beljanski Cancer Talk Show", and producer of the Beljanski Integrative Cancer Conference, Sylvie is a sought-after speaker worldwide, educating audiences on scientific breakthroughs in holistic and integrative medicine. Sylvie Beljanski's gift: The Beljanski Integrative Cancer Conference brings together world-class experts to share cutting-edge research and natural, integrative strategies for supporting the body's fight against cancer. Check it out at https://integrativecancerconference.com/ Connect with Sylvie Beljanski: Website: https://maisonbeljanski.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beljanskifoundation ***** Hi there! I am Jane Hogan, the Wellness Engineer, and the host of Wellness By Design. I spent 30 years designing foundations for buildings until the pain and inflammation of rheumatoid arthritis led me to hang up my hard hat and follow my heart. Now I blend my backgrounds in science and spirituality to teach people how to tap into the power of their mind, body and soul. I help them release pain naturally so they can become the best version of themselves. Wellness By Design is a show dedicated to helping people achieve wellness, not by reacting to the world around them but by intentionally designing a life based on what their own body needs. In this show, we explore practices, methods, and scientific principles that help naturally relieve pain and inflammation. Learn more at https://thewellnessengineer.com Connect with Jane: | |||
| 260. The Neuroscience of Chronic Pain: Why Your Body May Not Be Broken with Irena O'Brien | Jane Hogan | 10 juin 2026 | 00:55:32 | |
Chronic stress, anxiety, and chronic pain can keep your brain stuck in protection mode. Learn how to calm your nervous system, retrain your brain, and create more safety for healing and resilience. Why does your brain keep repeating the same stress patterns, anxious thoughts, or pain responses… even when you want to change? Join me and my guest, Dr. Irena O'Brien, neuroscientist and founder of The Neuroscience School, to learn more about how the brain predicts, protects, and shapes our behaviors, emotions, and even chronic pain experiences. 👉 Download my free guide to understand why pain persists: https://www.thewellnessengineer.com/whypainpersists Struggling with sleep? Wear blue-light-blocking glasses in the evening to help prepare your nervous system for better sleep. Save 10% at Vivarays with this link: https://vivarays.com/bydesign In this episode, you'll learn: ⏰ 00:00 - Introduction ⏰ 02:45 - The Brain's Role in Safety and Energy Management ⏰ 12:47 - Understanding Pain as Protection ⏰ 21:42 - Stress and Its Impact on Energy ⏰ 34:25 - Finding Personal Practices for Calmness ⏰ 42:23 - The ONE thing you can do to activate self-healing Check out Irena O'Brien's Bio: Dr. Irena O'Brien is a cognitive neuroscientist, educator, and founder of The Neuroscience School. She is known for making complex brain science practical and accessible, helping coaches, leaders, and helping professionals better understand behavior, stress, resilience, and change through the lens of neuroscience. After beginning her career in accounting, Dr. O'Brien returned to university and discovered a passion for neurobiology that changed the direction of her life. She earned her PhD in Psychology from the Université du Québec à Montréal and completed a postdoctoral fellowship at McGill University. Today, she is the creator of an ICF-accredited Applied Neuroscience program and host of the Neuroscience of Coaching podcast. Irena O'Brien's gift: The Neuroscience of Why Clients Get Stuck and The Brain-Based Change Blueprint offer practical, neuroscience-based insights into why change can feel difficult and the key conditions that help lasting transformation become possible. Check it out at https://loveneuroscience.com/wellness Connect with Irena O'Brien: Website: https://neuroscienceschool.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/irenaobrien/ ***** Hi there! I am Jane Hogan, the Wellness Engineer, and the host of Wellness By Design. I spent 30 years designing foundations for buildings until the pain and inflammation of rheumatoid arthritis led me to hang up my hard hat and follow my heart. Now I blend my backgrounds in science and spirituality to teach people how to tap into the power of their mind, body and soul. I help them release pain naturally so they can become the best version of themselves. Wellness By Design is a show dedicated to helping people achieve wellness, not by reacting to the world around them but by intentionally designing a life based on what their own body needs. In this show, we explore practices, methods, and scientific principles that help naturally relieve pain and inflammation. Learn more at https://thewellnessengineer.com Connect with Jane: | |||
| 259. From Chronic Pain to the Red Carpet: The Truth About Pain No One Told Me | Jane Hogan | 03 juin 2026 | 00:35:45 | |
Chronic pain in women is often misunderstood, dismissed, or treated as something to "just live with." What if your chronic pain isn't a sign that your body is broken … but a sign that your nervous system has been stuck in protection mode? Join me in this deeply personal episode as I share my experience attending the premiere of the women's health documentary sHEALed at the Cannes Film Festival and the powerful realization that women are suffering from chronic pain at disproportionately high rates. 👉 Download my free guide to understand why pain persists: https://www.thewellnessengineer.com/whypainpersists Struggling with sleep? Wear blue-light-blocking glasses in the evening to help prepare your nervous system for better sleep. Save 10% at Vivarays with this link: https://vivarays.com/bydesign In this episode, you'll learn: ⏰ 00:00 - Introduction ⏰ 03:52 - Women's Health and Chronic Pain ⏰ 09:51 - Understanding Pain: The Role of the Brain and Nervous System ⏰ 19:56 - The Impact of Stress on Pain Perception ⏰ 31:56 - Empowerment and Healing: Shifting Perspectives on Pain ⏰ 35:45 - The ONE thing you can do to activate self-healing ***** Hi there! I am Jane Hogan, the Wellness Engineer, and the host of Wellness By Design. I spent 30 years designing foundations for buildings until the pain and inflammation of rheumatoid arthritis led me to hang up my hard hat and follow my heart. Now I blend my backgrounds in science and spirituality to teach people how to tap into the power of their mind, body and soul. I help them release pain naturally so they can become the best version of themselves. Wellness By Design is a show dedicated to helping people achieve wellness, not by reacting to the world around them but by intentionally designing a life based on what their own body needs. In this show, we explore practices, methods, and scientific principles that help naturally relieve pain and inflammation. Learn more at https://thewellnessengineer.com Connect with Jane: | |||
| 258. Why Your Pain Won't Go Away (The Bioenergetics Breakthrough) with Harry Massey | Jane Hogan | 27 mai 2026 | 00:43:20 | |
Chronic pain, fatigue, and low energy may not just be "aging"... they could be signs of energetic imbalance in the body. What if your body already knows how to heal… it just needs the right information and energy? Join me and my guest, Harry Massey, bioenergetics researcher and founder of Energy4Life, as we explore the fascinating connection between energy, information, the brain, and chronic pain. After spending seven years bedridden with chronic fatigue and pain following multiple accidents, Harry discovered a completely different approach to healing rooted in bioenergetics. 👉 Download my free guide to understand why pain persists: https://www.thewellnessengineer.com/whypainpersists Struggling with sleep? Wear blue-light-blocking glasses in the evening to help prepare your nervous system for better sleep. Save 10% at Vivarays with this link: https://vivarays.com/bydesign In this episode, you'll learn: ⏰ 00:00 - Introduction ⏰ 01:38 - The Simple Equation of Health ⏰ 08:39 - The Role of Energy and Information in Healing ⏰ 19:41 - Biophotons and the Body's Electromagnetic System ⏰ 24:40 - Results and Case Studies of Bioenergetic Treatments ⏰ 32:46 - How Infosuticals Work and How They Are Determined ⏰ 40:43 - The ONE thing you can do to activate self-healing Check out Harry Massey's Bio: Harry Massey is a bioenergetics pioneer, bestselling author, filmmaker, and Quantum Wellness visionary whose path began after a devastating mountaineering accident left him bedridden for nearly a decade. When conventional, holistic, and functional medicine failed him, he turned to physics—sparking a lifelong pursuit to understand and restore the body's energy systems. He went on to co-found one of the first bioenergetics R&D companies, spending over 20 years developing technologies to measure and optimize human energy. Today, he is the Founder & CEO of Energy4Life and the creator behind innovations like the miHealth device, Bioenergetic Voice Scan, GEM wearable, and FDA-approved infoceuticals and WellNES System. Beyond tech, Harry is a bestselling author and award-winning filmmaker, known for The Living Matrix, with a new film set for release in Summer 2026. Across all his work, his mission remains clear: to help restore and elevate human energy for life. Harry Massey's gift: One man's quest to heal himself changed everything he knew about the body. Medicine Is Not Enough streaming July 8 at https://medicineisnotenough.movie/ Connect with Harry Massey: Website: https://e4l.com Facebook: facebook.com/harry.massey1 | facebook.com/officialenergy4life Instagram: instagram.com/harrymasseyofficial YouTube: youtube.com/channel/UCt-AsCVcd6LIOtTTOPb6iSQ | youtube.com/@OfficialEnergy4Life LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/officialenergy4life ***** Hi there! I am Jane Hogan, the Wellness Engineer, and the host of Wellness By Design. I spent 30 years designing foundations for buildings until the pain and inflammation of rheumatoid arthritis led me to hang up my hard hat and follow my heart. Now I blend my backgrounds in science and spirituality to teach people how to tap into the power of their mind, body and soul. I help them release pain naturally so they can become the best version of themselves. Wellness By Design is a show dedicated to helping people achieve wellness, not by reacting to the world around them but by intentionally designing a life based on what their own body needs. In this show, we explore practices, methods, and scientific principles that help naturally relieve pain and inflammation. Learn more at https://thewellnessengineer.com Connect with Jane: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JaneHoganHealth/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewellnessengineer/
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| 257. Why Nothing Worked for Her Chronic Illness (Until This Shift) with Allie Chandler | Jane Hogan | 20 mai 2026 | 00:48:17 | |
Healing chronic illness often involves more than treatments… it requires understanding the nervous system, mindset, and the body's capacity to recover when it feels safe. What if the path to healing isn't about doing more, but about doing things differently and starting with the nervous system? Join me and my guest, Allie Chandler, founder of Upsell Health and wellness marketing strategist, to learn more about her decade-long healing journey through chronic symptoms, misdiagnosis, and ultimately nervous system recovery. 👉 Download my free guide to understand why pain persists: https://www.thewellnessengineer.com/whypainpersists Struggling with sleep? Wear blue-light-blocking glasses in the evening to help prepare your nervous system for better sleep. Save 10% at Vivarays with this link: https://vivarays.com/bydesign In this episode, you'll learn: ⏰ 00:00 - Introduction ⏰ 02:29 - Understanding Lyme Disease and POTS ⏰ 13:10 - The Role of Perfectionism and Pressure ⏰ 18:26 - Navigating the Path to Recovery ⏰ 35:53 - Empowering Patient Archetypes for Healing ⏰ 43:24 - The ONE thing you can do to activate self-healing Check out Allie Chandler's Bio: Allie Chandler is the founder of Upsell Health, where she helps functional medicine practitioners and wellness brands scale to $2-10M+ through marketing that feels as natural as the healing they provide. Her approach? Data-driven strategies delivered with heart, creating connections that convert without feeling salesy. Her path into wellness marketing began in 2013 while teaching high school creative writing, when a trip to Europe led to sudden illness in Amsterdam. This began an eight-year health journey with chronic Lyme disease, mold toxicity, and "normal" test results despite severe symptoms. She experienced being bedbound, major weight loss, and complex protocols, giving her deep insight into what patients need in healing. Today, she runs Upsell Health and teaches her Practitioner Archetype Framework, helping healers grow thriving practices without losing authenticity or burnout. Allie Chandler's gift: Meet Your Healer helps people with chronic illness find aligned practitioners based on root causes and healing patterns. Join the waitlist + access the FREE Brain Healing Blueprint & Archetype Quiz at https://upsellhealth.com/web-the-foundation-module/?ref=57338-BYDESIGN Connect with Allie Chandler: Website: https://upsellhealth.com/ Instagram: https://instagram.com/upsellhealth Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/upsell-health YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@upsellhealthmarketing TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@upsellhealth ***** Hi there! I am Jane Hogan, the Wellness Engineer, and the host of Wellness By Design. I spent 30 years designing foundations for buildings until the pain and inflammation of rheumatoid arthritis led me to hang up my hard hat and follow my heart. Now I blend my backgrounds in science and spirituality to teach people how to tap into the power of their mind, body and soul. I help them release pain naturally so they can become the best version of themselves. Wellness By Design is a show dedicated to helping people achieve wellness, not by reacting to the world around them but by intentionally designing a life based on what their own body needs. In this show, we explore practices, methods, and scientific principles that help naturally relieve pain and inflammation. Learn more at https://thewellnessengineer.com Connect with Jane: | |||
| 256. Your Pain Isn't Random (Here's What It's Responding To) | Jane Hogan | 13 mai 2026 | 00:22:52 | |
Struggling with unpredictable pain flare-ups that seem to come out of nowhere? Learn how your thoughts, emotions, and nervous system may be driving pain (and how to shift it). Have you ever had a pain flare and thought, "What did I do wrong?" In this special compilation episode, we're bringing together powerful insights from four leading experts in mind-body healing to help you understand what's really happening beneath the surface when pain returns. 👉 Download my free guide to understand why pain persists: https://www.thewellnessengineer.com/whypainpersists Struggling with sleep? Wear blue-light-blocking glasses in the evening to help prepare your nervous system for better sleep. Save 10% at Vivarays with this link: https://vivarays.com/bydesign In this episode, you'll learn: ⏰ 00:00 - Introduction ⏰ 02:38 - Thought Patterns and Pain ⏰ 07:21 - The Role of Doubt and Fear ⏰ 10:52 - Impact of Self-Criticism ⏰ 14:08 - Emotions and Pain Regulation ⏰ 19:04 - The ONE thing you can do to activate self-healing ***** Hi there! I am Jane Hogan, the Wellness Engineer, and the host of Wellness By Design. I spent 30 years designing foundations for buildings until the pain and inflammation of rheumatoid arthritis led me to hang up my hard hat and follow my heart. Now I blend my backgrounds in science and spirituality to teach people how to tap into the power of their mind, body and soul. I help them release pain naturally so they can become the best version of themselves. Wellness By Design is a show dedicated to helping people achieve wellness, not by reacting to the world around them but by intentionally designing a life based on what their own body needs. In this show, we explore practices, methods, and scientific principles that help naturally relieve pain and inflammation. Learn more at https://thewellnessengineer.com Connect with Jane: | |||
| 255. How to Hum to Calm Pain (Backed by Science) | Jane Hogan | 06 mai 2026 | 00:20:25 | |
Struggling with chronic pain or a tense, overwhelmed body? Discover how a simple humming practice can calm your nervous system and support natural pain relief. Have you ever noticed yourself humming without even thinking about it… and felt a little better afterward? Join me in this episode to learn more about how humming activates the parasympathetic nervous system, increases nitric oxide, and sends a signal of safety to your body so it can begin to soften, repair, and heal. 👉 Discover the science-backed healing power of humming: https://thewellnessengineer.com/humming Struggling with sleep? Wear blue-light-blocking glasses in the evening to help prepare your nervous system for better sleep. Save 10% at Vivarays with this link: https://vivarays.com/bydesign In this episode, you'll learn: ⏰ 00:00 - Introduction ⏰ 02:12 - The Healing Power of Humming ⏰ 05:03 - Experiencing Humming: A Guided Practice ⏰ 15:13 - The Science Behind Humming and Healing ⏰ 18:13 - The ONE thing you can do to activate self-healing ***** Hi there! I am Jane Hogan, the Wellness Engineer, and the host of Wellness By Design. I spent 30 years designing foundations for buildings until the pain and inflammation of rheumatoid arthritis led me to hang up my hard hat and follow my heart. Now I blend my backgrounds in science and spirituality to teach people how to tap into the power of their mind, body and soul. I help them release pain naturally so they can become the best version of themselves. Wellness By Design is a show dedicated to helping people achieve wellness, not by reacting to the world around them but by intentionally designing a life based on what their own body needs. In this show, we explore practices, methods, and scientific principles that help naturally relieve pain and inflammation. Learn more at https://thewellnessengineer.com Connect with Jane: | |||
| 254. What If Your Pain is Trying to Tell You Something? with Kelly McCann | Jane Hogan | 29 avr. 2026 | 00:50:23 | |
What if your symptoms weren't something to fight… but something to understand? Join me and my guest, Dr. Kelly McCann, MD, MPH, functional medicine expert and creator of The Unforgetting Project, to explore a deeply transformative approach to chronic pain, autoimmune conditions and holistic health. We go beyond traditional pain reduction strategies and uncover why addressing only the physical body often isn't enough for true healing. 👉 Download my free guide to understand why pain persists: https://www.thewellnessengineer.com/whypainpersists Struggling with sleep? Wear blue-light-blocking glasses in the evening to help prepare your nervous system for better sleep. Save 10% at Vivarays with this link: https://vivarays.com/bydesign In this episode, you'll learn: ⏰ 00:00 - Introduction ⏰ 02:40 - The Unforgetting Project ⏰ 10:14 - Understanding the Body's Language ⏰ 14:27 - The Role of Emotions in Health ⏰ 22:45 - Shifting Perspectives on Pain and Healing ⏰ 29:46 - Understanding Emotions and Their Impact ⏰ 40:47 - Reframe symptoms as a message from your body Check out Kelly McCann's Bio: Kelly K. McCann, MD, MPH is a triple board-certified physician in Internal Medicine, Pediatrics, and Integrative Medicine, with additional certifications in Functional Medicine and Medical Acupuncture. She is the founder of The Spring Center in Costa Mesa, California, where she specializes in complex chronic illness, including Mast Cell Activation Syndrome, mold and mycotoxin illness, Lyme disease, and environmentally acquired conditions. Dr. McCann has hosted multiple international summits on MCAS and allergy-related illness and serves on the boards of the American Academy of Environmental Medicine and was a founding Board member of the International Society for Environmentally Acquired Illness. A graduate of Tulane University School of Medicine and one of only 35 physicians worldwide to complete the residential fellowship at the University of Arizona's Center for Integrative Medicine, she also holds a Master's in Spiritual Psychology. Her work is now evolving into what she calls The Unforgetting Project: a new healing paradigm that bridges functional medicine with spiritual psychology, inviting patients to experience symptoms not as failures, but as meaningful messages guiding them back to wholeness. Connect with Kelly McCann: Website: https://thespringcenter.com | https://unforgettingproject.com Facebook: facebook.com/drkellymcann Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drkellymccann/ ***** Hi there! I am Jane Hogan, the Wellness Engineer, and the host of Wellness By Design. I spent 30 years designing foundations for buildings until the pain and inflammation of rheumatoid arthritis led me to hang up my hard hat and follow my heart. Now I blend my backgrounds in science and spirituality to teach people how to tap into the power of their mind, body and soul. I help them release pain naturally so they can become the best version of themselves. Wellness By Design is a show dedicated to helping people achieve wellness, not by reacting to the world around them but by intentionally designing a life based on what their own body needs. In this show, we explore practices, methods, and scientific principles that help naturally relieve pain and inflammation. Learn more at https://thewellnessengineer.com Connect with Jane: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JaneHoganHealth/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewellnessengineer/
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| 253. Somatic Yoga for Trauma Relief with Liz Albanis | Jane Hogan | 22 avr. 2026 | 00:50:08 | |
Is your pain really physical… or is your body holding onto unprocessed emotions? Discover how somatic yoga can help you release tension and feel safe in your body again. 👉 Download my free guide to understand why pain persists: https://www.thewellnessengineer.com/whypainpersists Have you ever noticed tension in your body that just won't let go… no matter what you try? Join me and my guest, Liz Albanis, Somatic Yoga Teacher, to learn more about how trauma is stored in the body, the role of the psoas muscle, and simple, trauma-informed practices to release tension and regulate your nervous system. Concerned about the negative impacts of EMFs on your health? Save up to 50% on Harmoni Pendant here: https://thewellnessengineer.com/harmoni In this episode, you'll learn: ⏰ 00:00 - Introduction ⏰ 02:28 - The Connection Between Trauma and Pain ⏰ 06:12 - Understanding the Psoas Muscle ⏰ 14:27 - Trauma-Informed vs. Traditional Yoga ⏰ 25:27 - The Impact of Trauma on Physical Health ⏰ 35:09 - The Role of Breathwork in Trauma Release ⏰ 43:35 - The ONE thing you can do to activate self-healing Check out Liz Albanis' Bio: Liz serves people who feel excluded from mainstream yoga and wellness, especially those dealing with stress, trauma, grief, anxiety, burnout, pain, or major life transitions. She helps them through personalised, trauma-aware yoga practices that support nervous system regulation, emotional resilience, and everyday wellbeing. Her approach uses accessible tools like breathwork, gentle movement, meditation, and somatic yoga so people can find support in ways that honour their body, history, and real life. Liz Albanis' gift: Check out https://www.lizalbaniswellness.com.au/freebies. Liz Albanis is offering free yoga and nervous system support resources designed to help people feel calmer, more grounded, and more supported in everyday life. Her free offerings include tools such as a "Relax & Restore" bundle with Yoga Nidra audio and Bee Breath guidance, a chair yoga practice for settling a restless body and mind, a gentle class to support low mood and energy, and a trauma-informed meditative relaxation. These resources are designed to be accessible, beginner-friendly, and supportive for people navigating stress, anxiety, overwhelm, or emotional fatigue. Connect with Liz Albanis: Website: https://www.lizalbaniswellness.com.au/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lizalbaniswellnessau/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@lizalbaniswellnessau ***** Hi there! I am Jane Hogan, the Wellness Engineer, and the host of Wellness By Design. I spent 30 years designing foundations for buildings until the pain and inflammation of rheumatoid arthritis led me to hang up my hard hat and follow my heart. Now I blend my backgrounds in science and spirituality to teach people how to tap into the power of their mind, body and soul. I help them release pain naturally so they can become the best version of themselves. Wellness By Design is a show dedicated to helping people achieve wellness, not by reacting to the world around them but by intentionally designing a life based on what their own body needs. In this show, we explore practices, methods, and scientific principles that help naturally relieve pain and inflammation. Learn more at https://thewellnessengineer.com Connect with Jane: | |||
| 252. Releasing Guilt, Shame and Emotional Pain for Healing with Kat Courtney | Jane Hogan | 15 avr. 2026 | 00:39:00 | |
Struggling with chronic pain, trauma symptoms, or a dysregulated nervous system that won't seem to settle no matter what you try? There's a deeper root cause many people miss: your nervous system. 👉 Download my free guide to understand why pain persists: https://www.thewellnessengineer.com/whypainpersists Have you ever wondered if your body's symptoms are actually messages from your nervous system asking for safety and release? Join me and my guest, Kat Courtney, Founder of Plant Medicine People, to learn more about nervous system regulation, trauma healing, chronic symptoms like pain and tinnitus, and plant-based somatic approaches to restoring balance and safety in the body. Concerned about the negative impacts of EMFs on your health? Save up to 50% on Harmoni Pendant here: https://thewellnessengineer.com/harmoni In this episode, you'll learn: ⏰ 00:00 - Introduction ⏰ 02:29 - The Foundation of Healing: The Nervous System ⏰ 13:28 - Understanding Trauma and Its Impact ⏰ 22:19 - Exploring Healing Modalities ⏰ 31:12 - The Power of Forgiveness and Self-Compassion ⏰ 34:17 - The ONE thing you can do to activate self-healing Check out Kat Courtney's Bio: Tina "Kat" Courtney is a pioneer in the modern day Plant Medicine space; she is a traditionally trained Ayahuasquera and Huachumera with over 2 decades of professional psychedelic experience. Kat apprenticed for over 10 years in the Shipibo-Conibo and Quechua-Lamista traditions. She's the author of Plant Medicine Mystery School Vol 1: The Superhero Healing Powers of Psychotropic Plants – a book that celebrates the dynamic and sentient personalities of all the entheogens. Kat is a trailblazer in the Psychedelic Integration space, as well as an expert in cultivating life-changing relationships with plant spirits. She leads Master Plant Diets both in person and remotely, and is available for coaching about this and all shamanic topics. Kat is also a certified Death Doula honored to help people make peace with the inevitable and beautiful transition into the afterlife. She has spent her adult life cultivating a bonded and trusting relationship with the darkness, and she lives to promote reverent and consciousness connections to the entire plant kingdom. Kat Courtney's gift: Kat's retreats through Plant Medicine People and Bassé, offer deeply intentional, expertly guided healing experiences for people seeking transformation, self-understanding, and meaningful integration. These retreats include ayahuasca retreats, ayahuasca and wachuma retreats, and master plant diets, often built around specific themes and supported with integration so participants can carry the experience into real life. Connect with Kat Courtney: Website: https://basseibogaine.com/ | https://www.plantmedicinepeople.com | https://www.afterlife.coach/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/plantmedicinepeople/ | https://www.instagram.com/theafterlifecoach/ ***** Hi there! I am Jane Hogan, the Wellness Engineer, and the host of Wellness By Design. I spent 30 years designing foundations for buildings until the pain and inflammation of rheumatoid arthritis led me to hang up my hard hat and follow my heart. Now I blend my backgrounds in science and spirituality to teach people how to tap into the power of their mind, body and soul. I help them release pain naturally so they can become the best version of themselves. Wellness By Design is a show dedicated to helping people achieve wellness, not by reacting to the world around them but by intentionally designing a life based on what their own body needs. In this show, we explore practices, methods, and scientific principles that help naturally relieve pain and inflammation. Learn more at https://thewellnessengineer.com Connect with Jane: | |||
| 251. Why Pain Flares Happen (And What They Really Mean) | Jane Hogan | 08 avr. 2026 | 00:24:41 | |
Have you ever felt hopeful… only to have your pain suddenly spike again? 👉 Download my free guide to understand why pain persists: https://www.thewellnessengineer.com/whypainpersists Chronic pain flare-ups can feel like you're back at square one but what if they're not setbacks at all? Learn what to do during a pain flare so you can calm your nervous system and return to healing faster. In this episode of Wellness by Design, you'll discover why flares happen, the hidden patterns behind them, and how stress, fear, and even your thoughts can trigger these responses. Most importantly, you will be walked through a simple, in-the-moment reset you can use to signal safety to your body and ease the flare. Concerned about the negative impacts of EMFs on your health? Save up to 50% on Harmoni Pendant here: https://thewellnessengineer.com/harmoni In this episode, you'll learn: ⏰ 00:00 - Introduction ⏰ 02:28 - Understanding Pain Flares and Setbacks ⏰ 08:22 - Recognizing Patterns in Pain Flares ⏰ 11:34 - Common Triggers for Pain Flares ⏰ 16:27 - Flares as Signals, Not Setbacks ⏰ 19:12 - Managing Pain Flares Effectively ⏰ 22:23 - The ONE thing you can do to activate self-healing ***** Hi there! I am Jane Hogan, the Wellness Engineer, and the host of Wellness By Design. I spent 30 years designing foundations for buildings until the pain and inflammation of rheumatoid arthritis led me to hang up my hard hat and follow my heart. Now I blend my backgrounds in science and spirituality to teach people how to tap into the power of their mind, body and soul. I help them release pain naturally so they can become the best version of themselves. Wellness By Design is a show dedicated to helping people achieve wellness, not by reacting to the world around them but by intentionally designing a life based on what their own body needs. In this show, we explore practices, methods, and scientific principles that help naturally relieve pain and inflammation. Learn more at https://thewellnessengineer.com Connect with Jane: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JaneHoganHealth/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewellnessengineer/
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| 250. The Missing Key to Healing: Your Nervous System with Christine Ruch | Jane Hogan | 01 avr. 2026 | 00:39:46 | |
Have you ever wondered if your symptoms might be your body's way of communicating with you? Chronic illness and nervous system dysregulation can keep the body stuck in stress and survival mode. In this episode, you'll discover how learning to work with your nervous system and hold your emotions can unlock deeper healing and resilience. Join me and my guest, Christine Ruch, Transformational Guide, to explore how nervous system healing can transform both health and life. Is your brain keeping you in pain? Download my free 10-question quiz here: https://www.thewellnessengineer.com/yourbrainandpain Concerned about the negative impacts of EMFs on your health? Save up to 50% on Harmoni Pendant here: https://thewellnessengineer.com/harmoni In this episode, you'll learn: ⏰ 00:00 - Introduction ⏰ 02:54 - Journey of Transformation ⏰ 09:02 - The Role of the Nervous System in Healing ⏰ 17:35 - Emotional Capacity and Resilience ⏰ 23:06 - Daily Practices for Nervous System Health ⏰ 28:51 - Trusting the Healing Process ⏰ 35:53 - The ONE thing you can do to activate self-healing Check out Christine Ruch's Bio: Christine Ruch holds the space for you to walk your path to more authentic health. After spending 20 years healing her own MS naturally through whole food nutrition, nervous system restoration, spiritual practice, plant medicine, deep self-inquiry and many other Eastern and Western modalities, Christine now guides others on their own transformative healing path. Her work bridges science and soul—offering tools to move beyond symptom management and into lasting inner healing. She's here to share insight, hope, and grounded practices for listeners ready to reclaim their health from the inside out. Connect with Christine Ruch: Website: christineruch.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/christineruch ***** Hi there! I am Jane Hogan, the Wellness Engineer, and the host of Wellness By Design. I spent 30 years designing foundations for buildings until the pain and inflammation of rheumatoid arthritis led me to hang up my hard hat and follow my heart. Now I blend my backgrounds in science and spirituality to teach people how to tap into the power of their mind, body and soul. I help them release pain naturally so they can become the best version of themselves. Wellness By Design is a show dedicated to helping people achieve wellness, not by reacting to the world around them but by intentionally designing a life based on what their own body needs. In this show, we explore practices, methods, and scientific principles that help naturally relieve pain and inflammation. Learn more at https://thewellnessengineer.com Connect with Jane: | |||
| 249. Use Your Hands to Listen to Your Body with Jen Aks | Jane Hogan | 25 mars 2026 | 00:40:31 | |
Chronic stress, self-doubt, and disconnection from the body can keep the nervous system stuck in survival mode until you learn to listen to your body's wisdom and access its powerful guidance for healing. Did you know that your hand gestures reflect your emotions — even your subconscious emotions? Join me and my guest, Jen Aks, embodied leadership coach, TEDx speaker, and founder of The Power of Gesture®, to learn how simple hand gestures and body awareness can help you regulate emotions, reconnect with your body's wisdom, and shift into a calmer, more empowered state. Is your brain keeping you in pain? Download my free 10-question quiz here: https://www.thewellnessengineer.com/yourbrainandpain Concerned about the negative impacts of EMFs on your health? Save up to 50% on Harmoni Pendant here: https://thewellnessengineer.com/harmoni In this episode, you'll learn: ⏰ 00:00 - Introduction ⏰ 02:27 - Journey to Body Awareness ⏰ 08:30 - Understanding Multiple Intelligences ⏰ 15:22 - The Concept of Body Set ⏰ 19:24 - The Power of Gesture in Emotional Expression ⏰ 22:29 - Transforming Emotions Through Gestures ⏰ 24:17 - Common Gestures and Their Meanings ⏰ 28:33 - Practical Steps for Body Awareness ⏰ 30:19 - The ONE thing you can do to activate self-healing Check out Jen Aks' Bio: Jen Aks is an embodied leadership coach, TEDx speaker, and author of Your Body is Speaking. She's the founder of The Power of Gesture®, a science-based somatic practice that reconnects people to three intelligence systems—emotional, somatic, and kinesthetic— to calm the nervous system and access the body's innate wisdom. With more than 30 years of experience as a dance educator and somatic practitioner, she guides leaders, creatives, and individuals worldwide to stop searching outside themselves for answers and instead trust the clarity, confidence, and self-direction that already lives within. Jen Aks' gift: You Know You're Capable of More. Bodyset Shows You How to Access It: https://yourbodyisspeaking.org/5-day-r-e-s-e-t-challenge/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nfZGY1mAbWs https://yourbodyisspeaking.org/ Connect with Jen Aks: Website: https://jenaks.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jen_aks ***** Hi there! I am Jane Hogan, the Wellness Engineer, and the host of Wellness By Design. I spent 30 years designing foundations for buildings until the pain and inflammation of rheumatoid arthritis led me to hang up my hard hat and follow my heart. Now I blend my backgrounds in science and spirituality to teach people how to tap into the power of their mind, body and soul. I help them release pain naturally so they can become the best version of themselves. Wellness By Design is a show dedicated to helping people achieve wellness, not by reacting to the world around them but by intentionally designing a life based on what their own body needs. In this show, we explore practices, methods, and scientific principles that help naturally relieve pain and inflammation. Learn more at https://thewellnessengineer.com Connect with Jane: | |||
| 248. Use Brain Scans to Speed Up Your Healing with Dr. Steve Rondeau | Jane Hogan | 18 mars 2026 | 00:45:42 | |
You've tried everything for your pain… but what if you're missing the most important data point? Join me and my guest, Dr. Steve Rondeau, a pioneer in EEG brain mapping and data-driven mental health care, to explore a fascinating question: What if your chronic pain, anxiety, insomnia, or even hopelessness isn't just "in your head" but in your brain patterns? Is your brain keeping you in pain? Download my free 10-question quiz here: https://www.thewellnessengineer.com/yourbrainandpain Concerned about the negative impacts of EMFs on your health? Save up to 50% on Harmoni Pendant here: https://thewellnessengineer.com/harmoni In this episode, you'll learn: ⏰ 00:00 - Introduction ⏰ 02:45 - A Scientific Approach in Mental Health ⏰ 13:41 - The Importance of Creative Outlets ⏰ 19:39 - Exploring Trauma and Its Impact on the Brain ⏰ 24:50 - Building Resilience Through Data-Driven Conversations ⏰ 29:28 - Finding Individualized Treatment Paths ⏰ 34:51 - The ONE thing you can do to activate self-healing Check out Dr. Steve Rondeau's Bio: Dr. Steve Rondeau is a physician and neuroscientist who is disrupting the standard "categorize and medicate" model of psychiatry. As the Founder of Axon EEG Solutions, he has analyzed over 50,000 brain scans to help clinicians and patients see the objective reality behind symptoms like anxiety, depression, and ADHD. He believes that we need to stop guessing and start looking under the hood. His work focuses on identifying root causes - whether that is inflammation, gut health, or simply a genetic mismatch with one's environment - to help people engineer a life that supports their biology rather than fighting against it. Dr. Steve Rondeau's gift: Dr. Steve's upcoming book, Think Like a Brain, acts as an owner's manual for the mind. It helps patients understand that they aren't broken, they just haven't been given the right map. In the meantime, listeners can visit https://axoneegsolutions.com/ to learn about qEEG and how objective data can help them design a better path to wellness. Connect with Dr. Steve Rondeau: Website: https://axoneegsolutions.com/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-steven-rondeau-148aa421/ ***** Hi there! I am Jane Hogan, the Wellness Engineer, and the host of Wellness By Design. I spent 30 years designing foundations for buildings until the pain and inflammation of rheumatoid arthritis led me to hang up my hard hat and follow my heart. Now I blend my backgrounds in science and spirituality to teach people how to tap into the power of their mind, body and soul. I help them release pain naturally so they can become the best version of themselves. Wellness By Design is a show dedicated to helping people achieve wellness, not by reacting to the world around them but by intentionally designing a life based on what their own body needs. In this show, we explore practices, methods, and scientific principles that help naturally relieve pain and inflammation. Learn more at https://thewellnessengineer.com Connect with Jane: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JaneHoganHealth/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewellnessengineer/
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| 247. Why Your Pain Won't Go Away… Even When Nothing Is "Wrong" | Jane Hogan | 11 mars 2026 | 00:44:05 | |
Still in chronic pain even though your blood work is normal and scans show nothing is wrong? Discover why nervous system dysregulation and neuroplastic pain may be keeping your chronic pain alive, and how retraining your brain can calm the stress response and begin healing. You'll also be guided through a simple practice to help you shift your nervous system and lessen pain in real time. Is your brain keeping you in pain? Download my free 10-question quiz here: https://www.thewellnessengineer.com/yourbrainandpain Concerned about the negative impacts of EMFs on your health? Save up to 50% on Harmoni Pendant here: https://thewellnessengineer.com/harmoni In this episode, you'll learn: ⏰ 00:00 Introduction ⏰ 02:37 Chronic Pain and My Personal Journey ⏰ 08:38 The Role of the Nervous System in Pain ⏰ 14:38 Experiencing Safety and Grounding Techniques ⏰ 20:42 Empowerment Through Awareness and Action ⏰ 24:31 Breathing Exercise for Nervous System Relaxation ⏰ 30:41 Activating the Relaxation Response ⏰ 33:37 The Neuroplasticity of the Brain ⏰ 37:09 The ONE thing you can do to activate self-healing ***** Hi there! I am Jane Hogan, the Wellness Engineer, and the host of Wellness By Design. I spent 30 years designing foundations for buildings until the pain and inflammation of rheumatoid arthritis led me to hang up my hard hat and follow my heart. Now I blend my backgrounds in science and spirituality to teach people how to tap into the power of their mind, body and soul. I help them release pain naturally so they can become the best version of themselves. Wellness By Design is a show dedicated to helping people achieve wellness, not by reacting to the world around them but by intentionally designing a life based on what their own body needs. In this show, we explore practices, methods, and scientific principles that help naturally relieve pain and inflammation. Learn more at https://thewellnessengineer.com Connect with Jane: | |||
| 246. Nervous System Regulation for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome with Miguel Bautista | Jane Hogan | 04 mars 2026 | 00:49:17 | |
Ever wonder why your body feels exhausted, yet all your tests come back "normal"? Join me and my guest, Miguel Bautista, CFS Recovery Expert, to uncover how chronic fatigue syndrome and long COVID might actually be rooted in your nervous system and what you can do to start reclaiming your energy and life. Is your brain keeping you in pain? Download my free 10-question quiz here: https://www.thewellnessengineer.com/yourbrainandpain Concerned about the negative impacts of EMFs on your health? Save up to 50% on Harmoni Pendant here: https://thewellnessengineer.com/harmoni In this episode, you'll learn: ⏰ 00:00 Introduction ⏰ 04:40 Understanding Chronic Fatigue Syndrome ⏰ 09:13 The Role of the Nervous System ⏰ 14:28 Education as a Foundation for Recovery ⏰ 19:38 The Software Upgrade for Recovery ⏰ 24:11 Understanding the Body's Response ⏰ 27:07 The Journey to Recovery ⏰ 32:19 Common Mistakes in Healing ⏰ 37:32 Tools for Recovery ⏰ 40:50 The ONE thing you can do to activate self-healing Check out Miguel Bautista's Bio: Miguel Bautista is the founder of CFS Recovery, a global recovery program helping people overcome Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, Long Covid, fibromyalgia, and related nervous system–driven conditions. After spending years severely ill and navigating the medical system without answers, Miguel fully recovered and developed a structured, practical recovery system centered on nervous system regulation and behavioral recalibration. Today, CFS Recovery has helped thousands of people worldwide make meaningful progress toward full health and independence. Miguel Bautista's gift: A Nervous System Health Assessment that helps individuals identify patterns driving their symptoms and provides clear next steps to support recovery and self-healing: https://www.cfsrecovery.co/wellnessbydesign Connect with Miguel Bautista: Website: https://www.cfsrecovery.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cfsrecovery YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@cfsrecovery LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/miguel-bautista-85a188a9/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cfs.recovery ***** Hi there! I am Jane Hogan, the Wellness Engineer, and the host of Wellness By Design. I spent 30 years designing foundations for buildings until the pain and inflammation of rheumatoid arthritis led me to hang up my hard hat and follow my heart. Now I blend my backgrounds in science and spirituality to teach people how to tap into the power of their mind, body and soul. I help them release pain naturally so they can become the best version of themselves. Wellness By Design is a show dedicated to helping people achieve wellness, not by reacting to the world around them but by intentionally designing a life based on what their own body needs. In this show, we explore practices, methods, and scientific principles that help naturally relieve pain and inflammation. Learn more at https://thewellnessengineer.com Connect with Jane: | |||
| 245. How to Get Younger With Age with Bettina Gordon-Wayne | Jane Hogan | 25 févr. 2026 | 00:59:22 | |
Worried that aging means decline and chronic pain? Discover how to influence your biological age and reclaim energy and mobility. Join me and my guest, Bettina Gordon-Wayne, to explore how your beliefs and daily habits affect your biological age and how to begin shifting it today. Concerned about the negative impacts of EMFs on your health? Save up to 50% on Harmoni Pendant here: https://thewellnessengineer.com/harmoni Is your brain keeping you in pain? Download my free 10-question quiz here: https://www.thewellnessengineer.com/yourbrainandpain In this episode, you'll learn: ⏰ 00:00 Introduction ⏰ 02:31 Cancer, Motherhood at 44 and the Wake-Up Call ⏰ 09:17 The Power of Mindset in Healing ⏰ 19:44 Scientific Evidence Supporting Mind-Body Connection ⏰ 26:29 Practical Steps to Reverse Aging ⏰ 33:13 How Your Mindset Can Impact Your Aging ⏰ 38:47 The Magic is in the Fundamentals ⏰ 42:11 Telomeres and Biological Age ⏰ 48:15 Aging is a Choice ⏰ 54:09 The ONE thing you can do to activate self-healing Check out Bettina Gordon-Wayne's Bio: Bettina Gordon-Wayne is an international journalist, TEDx speaker, Certified Mental Strength Trainer, focused on mindset, longevity, and human performance. With over 20 years of experience interviewing world leaders and experts, her work is grounded in science, research, and real-world application. Her focus on longevity became personal after becoming a first-time mother at 44 and facing cancer just a few years later. Rather than accepting decline as inevitable, Bettina immersed herself in the science of biological aging and neuroplasticity, discovering how mindset and lifestyle directly influence health. She is the author of The Joy of Later Motherhood and the founder of Younger With Age, helping high-achieving women thrive mentally, emotionally, and physically… and redefine what's possible at midlife and beyond. Take this fun quiz to find out if you're aging faster (or slower) than you think! Discover simple ways to influence your biological age and turn back the clock: https://www.bettinagordon.com/quiz Connect with Bettina Gordon-Wayne: Website: https://www.bettinagordon.com TEDx Talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h7CfQI64uqQ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bettina.gordon Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bettina.gordon/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bettinagordon/ ***** Hi there! I am Jane Hogan, the Wellness Engineer, and the host of Wellness By Design. I spent 30 years designing foundations for buildings until the pain and inflammation of rheumatoid arthritis led me to hang up my hard hat and follow my heart. Now I blend my backgrounds in science and spirituality to teach people how to tap into the power of their mind, body and soul. I help them release pain naturally so they can become the best version of themselves. Wellness By Design is a show dedicated to helping people achieve wellness, not by reacting to the world around them but by intentionally designing a life based on what their own body needs. In this show, we explore practices, methods, and scientific principles that help naturally relieve pain and inflammation. Learn more at https://thewellnessengineer.com Connect with Jane: | |||
| 244. An Intelligent & Loving Approach to Relieve Pain Holistically | Jane Hogan | 18 févr. 2026 | 00:22:09 | |
Chronic pain feels like something is wrong with your body but what if pain is actually a protective signal from an intelligent nervous system? If you're living with chronic pain, inflammation or autoimmune symptoms, this episode will help you understand why your body may be trying to protect you and how to begin shifting toward relief. Have you ever wondered if your pain is communicating something deeper? In this episode, I share how stress, emotional burdens and nervous system dysregulation can turn on chronic pain and why seeing pain differently can immediately lower its intensity. I also walk you through a simple practice to begin calming your nervous system so your body can feel safe enough to heal. Is your brain keeping you in pain? Download my free 10-question quiz here: https://www.thewellnessengineer.com/yourbrainandpain In this episode, you'll learn: ⏰ 00:00 - Introduction ⏰ 02:55 - Why chronic pain is not the enemy ⏰ 05:26 - How to lower pain intensity ⏰ 10:55 - The nervous system's role in chronic pain ⏰ 14:27 - The missing puzzle piece in pain relief ⏰ 17:27 - The ONE thing you can do to activate self-healing ***** Hi there! I am Jane Hogan, the Wellness Engineer, and the host of Wellness By Design. I spent 30 years designing foundations for buildings until the pain and inflammation of rheumatoid arthritis led me to hang up my hard hat and follow my heart. Now I blend my backgrounds in science and spirituality to teach people how to tap into the power of their mind, body and soul. I help them release pain naturally so they can become the best version of themselves. Wellness By Design is a show dedicated to helping people achieve wellness, not by reacting to the world around them but by intentionally designing a life based on what their own body needs. In this show, we explore practices, methods, and scientific principles that help naturally relieve pain and inflammation. Learn more at https://thewellnessengineer.com Connect with Jane: | |||
| 243. An Integrative Approach to Cancer Prevention & Treatment with Ryan Sternagel | Jane Hogan | 11 févr. 2026 | 01:07:15 | |
Have you ever wondered how a family navigates a stage-four cancer diagnosis in their infant with strength and hope? Ryan's son was diagnosed with stage-four cancer shortly after his first birthday. A month before he turned one, a lump in his lower back led to a series of scans. An ultrasound and MRI revealed multiple tumors, confirming the devastating diagnosis. In this episode, Ryan shares the family's journey through integrative and conventional healing approaches. His story offers hope, clarity, and empowerment to anyone facing a similar path. Looking for a natural way to support your cellular health? Shop "Our 7" supplement with 7 botanicals and minerals for oxidation and inflammation reduction support use code BYDESIGN to save 10%: https://ourhealthnaturally.com?sca_ref=10078968.EUqhSBYDNdbJ
⏰ 00:00 - Introduction ⏰ 03:12 - Discovering Ryder's tumor and stage 4 Neuroblastoma ⏰ 12:20 - Blending chemo with integrative healing at home ⏰ 20:13 - Cancer today and the power of foundations ⏰ 23:11 - Cancer as disconnection from nature ⏰ 31:54 - Cancer support community and the birth of The Stern Method ⏰ 1:00:28 - The ONE thing you can do to activate self-healing Check out Ryan Sternagel's Bio: Ryan Sternagel is the co-founder along with his wife Teddy of The Stern Method, a platform informing and inspiring families preventing or reversing cancer to succeed on all fronts. In May of 2014 their son Ryder was diagnosed with stage four neuroblastoma, a childhood cancer of the nervous system, eleven days before his first birthday. Through an integrative approach leaving nothing on the table, and ridding their lives of all possible causes, including building a non-toxic house in the middle of the woods, today Ryder is thriving. Through continually seeking out and interviewing the world's top integrative cancer doctors to stay up to date, their Going Integrative Plus member community, and Our Health Naturally supplement line, The Sternagels have committed their lives to making healing and prevention easier for others than it was for them. 👉 Download your copy of The Stern Method Guide to Strategic Supplementation: A Practical Framework for Healing & Preventing Disease Without Breaking the Bank: https://thesternmethod.com/supplement-guide Connect with Ryan Sternagel: Website: https://thesternmethod.com/ Instagram: https://instagram.com/thesternmethod ***** Hi there! I am Jane Hogan, the Wellness Engineer, and the host of Wellness By Design. I spent 30 years designing foundations for buildings until the pain and inflammation of rheumatoid arthritis led me to hang up my hard hat and follow my heart. Now I blend my backgrounds in science and spirituality to teach people how to tap into the power of their mind, body and soul. I help them release pain naturally so they can become the best version of themselves. Wellness By Design is a show dedicated to helping people achieve wellness not by reacting to the world around them but by intentionally designing a life based on what their own body needs. In this show we explore practices, methods and science that contribute to releasing pain and inflammation naturally. Learn more at https://thewellnessengineer.com Would you like to learn how to release pain by creating more peace and calm? Download my free guided meditation audio bundle here: https://www.thewellnessengineer.com/audio-bundle Connect with Jane: | |||
| 242. Super Spices & Ayurveda to Lower Inflammation with Dr. Shivani Gupta | Jane Hogan | 04 févr. 2026 | 00:43:13 | |
Have you ever wondered why inflammation sticks around no matter how "clean" you eat or how many therapies you try? Ayurvedic practitioner and turmeric researcher, Dr. Shivani Gupta, shares her six-pillar Elemental Design, the everyday super spices you can use like medicine, and the small daily rituals that cool inflammation and restore energy—without restrictive dieting. Pre-order "The Inflammation Code" today and claim bonuses that guide you through anti-inflammatory living using super spices, lifestyle modifications, and mind-body practices: https://www.theinflammationcode.com/ In this episode, you'll learn: ⏰00:00 - Why chronic inflammation is so hard to turn off ⏰03:06 - Shivani's personal health journey and discovering Ayurveda ⏰04:58 - Hidden toxins, EMFs, and circadian rhythm challenges ⏰08:24 - The six pillars of elemental design ⏰11:40 - Mental inflammation and why it blocks healing ⏰12:34 - What is Ayurveda? ⏰15:17 - The three elemental constitutions (Vata, Pitta, Kapha) ⏰26:19 - Ayurvedic super spices and how to use them ⏰38:22 - The ONE thing you can do to activate self-healing Check out Dr. Shivani Gupta's Bio: Dr. Shivani Gupta is an Ayurvedic practitioner, turmeric researcher, and speaker who blends classical Ayurveda with functional medicine to help women calm inflammation, balance hormones, and restore energy. With a Master's in Ayurvedic Sciences and a PhD focused on turmeric, she translates ancient wisdom into simple daily rituals—Elemental Design™ personalization, Mental Inflammation™ resets, gut/estrobolome support, and spice-based micro-habits. Her forthcoming book, The Inflammation Code (Hay House, February 2026), is a practical, non-diet system for cooling chronic inflammation to improve brain fog, bloat, pain, sleep, and mood. Dr. Shivani is the host of the Fusionary Health Podcast and creator/host of the Emmy-nominated TV show Vibrant Health with Dr. Shivani Gupta, syndicated across the Southeast with a DME reach of ~6 million. A sought-after educator for midlife hormone health and metabolism, her work has been featured in MindBodyGreen, wellness summits, and regional TV and radio. She's spent over 20 years helping women and families build sustainable routines that actually stick—in real life. Learn more at shivanigupta.com. 7-Day Inflammation Detox Challenge: https://www.7dayinflammationdetox.com/optin1641313075014 Anti-Inflammatory E-Cookbook: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ItNJ1DV3XsOn5MwBbSpeTFH8o3KFu2qk/view?usp=sharing
Connect with Dr. Shivani Gupta: Website: http://www.fusionaryformulas.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theshivanigupta (@theshivanigupta) Instagram: https://instagram.com/dr.shivanigupta/ (@dr.shivanigupta) YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr.shivanigupta (@dr.shivanigupta) Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/theshivanigupta (@theshivanigupta) ***** Hi there! I am Jane Hogan, the Wellness Engineer, and the host of Wellness By Design. I spent 30 years designing foundations for buildings until the pain and inflammation of rheumatoid arthritis led me to hang up my hard hat and follow my heart. Now I blend my backgrounds in science and spirituality to teach people how to tap into the power of their mind, body and soul. I help them release pain naturally so they can become the best version of themselves. Wellness By Design is a show dedicated to helping people achieve wellness not by reacting to the world around them but by intentionally designing a life based on what their own body needs. In this show we explore practices, methods and science that contribute to releasing pain and inflammation naturally. Learn more at https://thewellnessengineer.com Would you like to learn how to release pain by creating more peace and calm? Download my free guided meditation audio bundle here: https://www.thewellnessengineer.com/audio-bundle
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| 241. The Diabetes Myth Doctors Don't Talk About with Dr. Beverly Yates | Jane Hogan | 28 janv. 2026 | 00:43:32 | |
Ever wonder if type 2 diabetes can truly be reversed through lifestyle alone? Naturopathic doctor and former engineer, Dr. Beverly Yates, shares the practical, customizable steps she uses to help people improve blood sugar, lower A1C, and spot early warning signs long before diagnosis. You'll learn how meal timing, stress, sleep, strength training, and individualized nutrition can create real change without feeling deprived.
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In this episode, you'll learn: ⏰ 00:00 - Introduction ⏰ 02:29 - Mold illness and a new career path ⏰ 04:52 - Family diabetes wake up call ⏰ 07:32 - Why type 2 diabetes is super lifestyle sensitive ⏰ 08:48 - Five root causes of blood sugar problems ⏰ 12:40 - Restaurant owner's story with eight chronic conditions ⏰ 19:09 - Early warning signs of prediabetes ⏰ 24:15 - What to do if you notice symptoms ⏰ 28:24 - For those who struggle with cravings ⏰ 31:14 - Is frequent eating really necessary to keep up metabolism? ⏰ 39:53 - The ONE thing you can do to activate self-healing
Check out Dr. Beverly Yates's Bio: Dr. Beverly Yates is on a mission to help 3 Million people heal from type 2 diabetes and prediabetes. She has helped thousands of people reverse Type 2 Diabetes and Prediabetes. Dr. Yates is the author of a new book whose publication date is January 20, 2026. The title is: The Yates Protocol: 5 Simple Steps To Fix Your Blood Sugar & Reverse Type 2 Diabetes. The subtitle is: Make Peace With Food and Never Feel Deprived Again. Her prior career as an MIT engineer helps her use health data and people's specific health goals to create practical, sustainable habits that help people heal from metabolic damage, and reverse type 2 diabetes and prediabetes.
Pre-order your copy of "The Yates Protocol: 5 Simple Steps to Fix Your Blood Sugar and Reverse Type 2 Diabetes" 👉 https://drbeverlyyates.com/the-yates-protocol-book
Connect with Dr. Beverly Yates: Website: https://drbeverlyyates.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/womenshealthexpert/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drbeverlyyates/ Instagram: https://instagram.com/drbeverlyyates YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DrBeverlyYates?sub_confirmation=1
***** Hi there! I am Jane Hogan, the Wellness Engineer, and the host of Wellness By Design. I spent 30 years designing foundations for buildings until the pain and inflammation of rheumatoid arthritis led me to hang up my hard hat and follow my heart. Now I blend my backgrounds in science and spirituality to teach people how to tap into the power of their mind, body and soul. I help them release pain naturally so they can become the best version of themselves.
Wellness By Design is a show dedicated to helping people achieve wellness not by reacting to the world around them but by intentionally designing a life based on what their own body needs. In this show we explore practices, methods and science that contribute to releasing pain and inflammation naturally.
Learn more at https://thewellnessengineer.com
Would you like to learn how to release pain by creating more peace and calm? Download my free guided meditation audio bundle here: https://www.thewellnessengineer.com/audio-bundle
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| 240. The Untold Story of Vision and Brain Health with Dr. Bryce Appelbaum | Jane Hogan | 21 janv. 2026 | 00:43:20 | |
Have you ever assumed your eyesight is fixed and there's nothing you can do about it? Dr. Bryce Appelbaum, a pioneer in neuro-optometry, shares the explosion of screen-time stress in our lives, and how simple habits and specific vision training can reduce headaches, improve learning, help recover from concussion, and even slow or reverse age-related changes. Join me and Dr. Bryce Appelbaum for a live webinar that helps you retrain your eye-brain connection and upgrade the way you see and perform every day, happening on January 29, 2026 at 3:00 PM Eastern: 👉 https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_rTqat7qATDy1hHzcydkLhg In this episode, you'll learn: ⏰ 00:00 - Introduction ⏰ 02:16 - Eyesight vs. vision ⏰ 04:13 - From struggling kid to thriving after vision therapy ⏰ 06:37 - Myopia epidemic and modern visual stress ⏰ 18:33 - How nervous system is connected to your vision ⏰ 20:49 - The 20-20-20 rule, blinking, and vision breaks ⏰ 26:12 - Eye movement improves relationships ⏰ 29:42 - How most head injuries affect vision ⏰ 33:09 - How Dr. Appelbaum helps people with cataracts and glaucoma ⏰ 36:52 - The ONE thing you can do to activate self-healing
Check out Dr. Bryce Appelbaum's Bio: Dr. Bryce Appelbaum is a neuro-optometrist passionate about unlocking human potential through vision and the founder and CEO of MyVisionFirst, a leading private practice specializing in diagnosing and treating functional vision problems across all ages. Dr Appelbaum is the trusted authority in functional vision, an international Ted X Speaker, and the creator of Vision Performance Training, a transformative approach that optimizes the eye-brain connection, heals post-concussion vision issues, and builds long-term visual resilience. Through his work with MyVisionFirst and ScreenFit™, his revolutionary online vision training program, Dr. Appelbaum has supported thousands of patients around the world to thrive in a screen-heavy society—because 20/20 eyesight isn't the whole story.
📚Get the Free Vision Health Guide: www.screenfit.com/5-proven-secrets-to-relieve-eye-strain 📝Free Vision Assessment: www.myvisionfirst.com/quiz 🫰🏻Get $200 off ScreenFit using code: XX 😎Get 10% off Digital Performance Lenses & more using code XX in the MVF Shop 📲Follow Dr Appelbaum for more tips & education content: @DRBRYCEAPPELBAUM
Connect with Dr. Bryce Appelbaum: Website: https://myvisionfirst.com LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/dr-bryce-appelbaum YouTube: https://youtube.com/@drbryceappelbaum TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@dr.bryceappelbaum Facebook: https://facebook.com/myvisionfirstoptometry Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbryceappelbaum
***** Hi there! I am Jane Hogan, the Wellness Engineer, and the host of Wellness By Design. I spent 30 years designing foundations for buildings until the pain and inflammation of rheumatoid arthritis led me to hang up my hard hat and follow my heart. Now I blend my backgrounds in science and spirituality to teach people how to tap into the power of their mind, body and soul. I help them release pain naturally so they can become the best version of themselves. Wellness By Design is a show dedicated to helping people achieve wellness not by reacting to the world around them but by intentionally designing a life based on what their own body needs. In this show we explore practices, methods and science that contribute to releasing pain and inflammation naturally. Learn more at https://thewellnessengineer.com Would you like to learn how to release pain by creating more peace and calm? Download my free guided meditation audio bundle here: https://www.thewellnessengineer.com/audio-bundle
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| 239. Pain Isn't the Problem: How Finding Safety in Your Nervous System Can Lead to Relief | Jane Hogan | 14 janv. 2026 | 00:26:45 | |
Join the free Pain to Peace Challenge starting January 20th, 2026 👉https://www.thewellnessengineer.com/challenge Did you know… chronic pain isn't the real problem, but a protective signal from a nervous system that doesn't feel safe? In this episode, I gently unpack why all pain is real yet often brain-generated, how stress and old programming keep the body stuck in protection mode, and why creating peace is the missing key to healing — watch to learn more about calming your nervous system so your body can shift from pain and fear into rest, repair, and true healing. In this episode, you'll learn: ⏰ 03:18 - Pain is there to protect us ⏰ 06:08 - Pain is not all in your head! ⏰ 09:00 - Create safety in your nervous system ⏰ 11:49 - Personalities of Protection ⏰ 14:35 - What is the missing piece of pain relief? ⏰ 15:44 - Join Pain to Peace Challenge ⏰ 23:36 - The ONE thing you can do to activate self-healing You are invited to my upcoming Pain to Peace Challenge, where you'll learn how to calm a stressed nervous system, understand the neuroscience of pain, feel sensations without fear, and shift out of fight-or-flight into real-time ease — whether you live with migraines, jaw pain, joint pain, arthritis, or chronic tension — watch to learn more about how a few focused days can help your body move from pain into peace. https://www.thewellnessengineer.com/challenge Listen to Wellness By Design on the go with these apps: Subscribe, rate and review!
***** Hi there! I am Jane Hogan, the Wellness Engineer, and the host of Wellness By Design. I spent 30 years designing foundations for buildings until the pain and inflammation of rheumatoid arthritis led me to hang up my hard hat and follow my heart. Now I blend my backgrounds in science and spirituality to teach people how to tap into the power of their mind, body and soul. I help them release pain naturally so they can become the best version of themselves. Wellness By Design is a show dedicated to helping people achieve wellness not by reacting to the world around them but by intentionally designing a life based on what their own body needs. In this show we explore practices, methods and science that contribute to releasing pain and inflammation naturally. Learn more at https://thewellnessengineer.com Would you like to learn how to release pain by creating more peace and calm? Download my free guided meditation audio bundle here: https://www.thewellnessengineer.com/audio-bundle Connect with Jane: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JaneHoganHealth/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewellnessengineer/ DISCLAIMER: The information contained in this podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended to treat, diagnose, cure or prevent any disease. You should always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider with any questions you have regarding a medical condition before undertaking any diet, exercise, supplement, health program, or other procedure discussed in this podcast.
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| 238. The Hidden Health Link Between You and Your Pet with Dr. Marlene Siegel | Jane Hogan | 07 janv. 2026 | 01:01:42 | |
Ever wondered if your pet's chronic health issues might have deeper root causes? Holistic veterinarian Dr. Marlene Siegel reveals how nutrition, toxins, stress, and even our own energy influence our pets' health and how simple shifts can help them thrive. You'll learn practical, heart-centered steps like species-appropriate diets, detox support, and creating a healthier home environment to nurture both you and your beloved pet.
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In this episode, you'll learn: ⏰ 00:00 - Introduction ⏰ 03:06 - Dr. Marlene's shift to holistic veterinary care ⏰ 06:44 - What Is Bio-Regulatory Medicine? ⏰ 10:50 - Everyday toxins our pets are exposed to ⏰ 17:24 - Why processed pet food is so hard on our pets ⏰ 22:44 - Mr. Tibbs' condition and holistic steps to help him ⏰ 28:05 - Salt room or halo therapy for pets ⏰ 33:30 - Telemedicine for pets worldwide ⏰ 43:50 - How our emotions and energy impact our pets ⏰ 56:21 - The ONE thing you can do to activate self-healing (pet version)
Check out Dr. Marlene Siegel's Bio: Dr. Marlene Siegel helps pet parents and veterinarians find solutions when traditional medicine has nothing more to offer their patients. Committed to always offering solutions when others have given up, has led Dr. Siegel to be an international lecturer, researcher for integrative veterinary technologies and a consultant. In addition to her full time clinical practice, Dr. Siegel contributes her wealth of knowledge writing journal articles and participating in webinars and podcasts. She is a true pioneer with a special expertise in Ozone Therapy, Photodynamic Therapy, Detoxification, Lymphatic, Fascia, Hyperbaric and Energy Medicine. Her success in treating complex chronic dis-ease is attributed to her focus on BioRegulatory Medicine - identifying the root cause of disease and establishing safe and effective solutions. Dr. Siegel has developed online courses for pet parents and veterinarians. For pet parents, her course enables them to learn how to integrate a holistic lifestyle and therapies for their fur babies. Her online courses for veterinarians are focused on supporting veterinarians who want to learn more about integrating alternative services into their mainstream practices. When she was unable to find proper diets and supplements to meet her patient needs, she developed her own raw food and essential supplements company and is preparing to launch S'Paws Family Wellness Centers which are detox centers for pets and their human parents.
[Download free e-book] 6 Keys to Health and Healing Pets Holistically: https://courses.transformingvetmedicine.com/free-ebook-1143
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***** Hi there! I am Jane Hogan, the Wellness Engineer, and the host of Wellness By Design. I spent 30 years designing foundations for buildings until the pain and inflammation of rheumatoid arthritis led me to hang up my hard hat and follow my heart. Now I blend my backgrounds in science and spirituality to teach people how to tap into the power of their mind, body and soul. I help them release pain naturally so they can become the best version of themselves.
Wellness By Design is a show dedicated to helping people achieve wellness not by reacting to the world around them but by intentionally designing a life based on what their own body needs. In this show we explore practices, methods and science that contribute to releasing pain and inflammation naturally.
Learn more at https://thewellnessengineer.com
Would you like to learn how to release pain by creating more peace and calm? Download my free guided meditation audio bundle here: https://www.thewellnessengineer.com/audio-bundle
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| 237. Best of 2025 Part 2 | Jane Hogan | 31 déc. 2025 | 00:19:59 | |
Download my free guided meditation audio bundle here: https://www.thewellnessengineer.com/audio-bundle In this episode of Wellness by Design, we have Part 2 with a compilation of eleven new 2025 guest responses to the question: "What's the ONE thing a person could do today that's going to begin to initiate healing in the body?" The range of responses is interesting and enlightening! In last week's episode, we shared Part 1, watch it here. ⏰ 01:55 - Episode #218 Anna Rahe ⏰ 02:55 - Episode #219 Steven Wright ⏰ 04:15 - Episode #221 Dr. David Hanscom ⏰ 05:55 - Episode #222 Dr. Sanda Moldovan ⏰ 07:19 - Episode #223 Dr. Aimie Apigian ⏰ 08:00 - Episode #225 Dr. Piper Gibson ⏰ 09:08 - Episode #227 James Barry ⏰ 11:28 - Episode #230 Pearly Montagu ⏰ 13:16 - Episode #231 Howard Schubiner ⏰ 13:51 - Episode #233 Dr. Myra Reed ⏰ 14:55 - Episode #234 Dr. Doni Wilson Listen to Wellness By Design on the go with these apps: Subscribe, rate and review! Hi there! I am Jane Hogan, the Wellness Engineer, and the host of Wellness By Design. I spent 30 years designing foundations for buildings until the pain and inflammation of rheumatoid arthritis led me to hang up my hard hat and follow my heart. Now I blend my backgrounds in science and spirituality to teach people how to tap into the power of their mind, body and soul. I help them release pain naturally so they can become the best version of themselves. Wellness By Design is a show dedicated to helping people achieve wellness not by reacting to the world around them but by intentionally designing a life based on what their own body needs. In this show we explore practices, methods and science that contribute to releasing pain and inflammation naturally. Learn more at https://thewellnessengineer.com Would you like to learn how to release pain by creating more peace and calm? Download my free guided meditation audio bundle here: https://www.thewellnessengineer.com/audio-bundle Connect with Jane: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JaneHoganHealth/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewellnessengineer/
DISCLAIMER: The information contained in this podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended to treat, diagnose, cure or prevent any disease. You should always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider with any questions you have regarding a medical condition before undertaking any diet, exercise, supplement, health program, or other procedure discussed in this podcast.
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| 236. Best of 2025 Part 1 | Jane Hogan | 24 déc. 2025 | 00:17:25 | |
In this episode of Wellness by Design, we've compiled eleven 2025 guest responses to the question: "What's the ONE thing a person could do today that's going to begin to initiate healing in the body?" The range of responses is interesting and enlightening! This is Part 1. Stay tuned for Part 2 in the next episode of Wellness by Design. ⏰ 02:02 - Episode #189 Jen Powter ⏰ 03:17 - Episode #190 Greg Eckel ⏰ 05:22 - Episode #193 Dr. Brandy Cummings ⏰ 06:25 - Episode #194 Kim Vopni ⏰ 07:27 - Episode #195 Casey Hibbard ⏰ 08:32 - Episode #199 Dipa Chauhan ⏰ 09:09 - Episode #206 Dr. Tricia Pingel ⏰ 10:38 - Episode #209 Dr. Rollin McCraty ⏰ 11:45 - Episode #210 Dr. Monisha Bhanote ⏰ 12:52 - Episode #211 Jeff Charno ⏰ 13:30 - Episode #214 Dr. Nasha Winters Hi there! I am Jane Hogan, the Wellness Engineer, and the host of Wellness By Design. I spent 30 years designing foundations for buildings until the pain and inflammation of rheumatoid arthritis led me to hang up my hard hat and follow my heart. Now I blend my backgrounds in science and spirituality to teach people how to tap into the power of their mind, body and soul. I help them release pain naturally so they can become the best version of themselves. Wellness By Design is a show dedicated to helping people achieve wellness not by reacting to the world around them but by intentionally designing a life based on what their own body needs. In this show we explore practices, methods and science that contribute to releasing pain and inflammation naturally. Learn more at https://thewellnessengineer.com Would you like to learn how to release pain by creating more peace and calm? Download my free guided meditation audio bundle here: https://www.thewellnessengineer.com/audio-bundle Connect with Jane: | |||
| 235. Teenagers Message: How to Live a Healthier Life with Ansari Boys | Jane Hogan | 17 déc. 2025 | 00:38:28 | |
Are you wondering how to actually talk to the teens in your life about health? Teen brothers Abdullah, Zain, and Emaad Ansari, hosts of The Holistic Kids Show and authors of The Teen Health Revolution, share how their own healing journeys led them to empower other kids. You'll learn simple, expert-backed lifestyle tips for mind, body, and soul, how they've distilled insights from over 200 expert interviews, and practical ways teens (and adults) can start feeling better now. Concerned about the negative impacts of EMFs on your health? Save up to 50% on Harmoni Pendant here: https://thewellnessengineer.com/harmoni
In this episode, you'll learn: ⏰ 00:00 - Introduction ⏰ 02:50 - Health struggles as kids ⏰ 05:02 - Their mom's healing journey & holistic parenting ⏰ 08:06 - Why they wanted to help other kids ⏰ 18:36 - Main goal of the book: To empower TEENS ⏰ 21:35 - 20 teen health conditions and integrative solutions ⏰ 27:40 - The ONE thing you can do to activate self-healing
Check out Ansari Boys' Bio: Abdullah, Zain, Emaad and Qasim are the hosts of The Holistic Kids' Show Podcast, a speaker, and co-author of the traditionally published book The Teen Health Revolution: Lifestyle Secrets to Optimize Your Mind, Body, and Soul (releasing November 13, 2025). Abdullah and Zain have made appearances on the Emmy Award-winning Dr. Nandi Show, and was the first youth speaker at the 2024 International Institute of Functional Medicine and the Health Business Growth Conference. They have also spoken at the Nourished Festival, served as keynote speakers at the YMCA Interfaith Mayor's Breakfast, and presented at major conferences like MAS-ICNA, reaching audiences of over 60,000. In May 2025, Abdullah was featured in the docuseries Young and Thriving as a "young voice for mental health-who is bringing a unique perspective of today's youth into the conversation." In October 2025, they will be speaking at A4M, the largest pediatric functional medicine health conference. They are the co-creators of Real. Healing for Real Life: Kids' Course—the first health course for kids by kids—Abdullah continues to innovate in youth health education. He also collaborates with global leaders and UN advisors to help shape a healthier future for children and the planet. His family's work has been featured globally in Holistic Primary Care magazine, on major TV networks (ABC, CBS, NBC), and across numerous conferences, summits, and media platforms. Together with his mother and brothers, Abdullah educates millions worldwide through The Holistic Kids' Show and their family brand, HolisticMom, MD. They won the 2025 award for The Up and Comer at HBGC.
Get 'The Teen Health Revolution' book + bonuses: https://theteenhealthrevolution.com/#bonuses
Connect with Ansari Boys: Website: https://theteenhealthrevolution.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theholistickidsshow Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/holistickidsshow
***** Hi there! I am Jane Hogan, the Wellness Engineer, and the host of Wellness By Design. I spent 30 years designing foundations for buildings until the pain and inflammation of rheumatoid arthritis led me to hang up my hard hat and follow my heart. Now I blend my backgrounds in science and spirituality to teach people how to tap into the power of their mind, body and soul. I help them release pain naturally so they can become the best version of themselves. Wellness By Design is a show dedicated to helping people achieve wellness not by reacting to the world around them but by intentionally designing a life based on what their own body needs. In this show we explore practices, methods and science that contribute to releasing pain and inflammation naturally. Learn more at https://thewellnessengineer.com Would you like to learn how to release pain by creating more peace and calm? Download my free guided meditation audio bundle here: https://www.thewellnessengineer.com/audio-bundle
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| 234. Why HPV Testing is Needed in Menopause with Dr. Doni Wilson | Jane Hogan | 10 déc. 2025 | 00:44:17 | |
Are you a woman over 50 dealing with pelvic pain, dryness, or frequent infections? Dr. Doni Wilson, a naturopathic doctor and an expert in women's health, discusses how to prevent and address pelvic issues, particularly in menopausal and postmenopausal women. Dr. Doni also shares her journey to becoming a naturopathic doctor and midwife, driven by her personal health issues and a desire to integrate nutrition and preventive care into women's health.
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In this episode, you'll learn: ⏰ 00:00 - Introduction ⏰ 02:15 - Dr. Doni's journey to women's health ⏰ 06:13 - Different sources of pelvic pain ⏰ 09:59 - Debunking myths about estrogen ⏰ 18:39 - Bioidentical vs. synthetic hormones ⏰ 20:04 - Getting access to vaginal estrogen ⏰ 23:34 - Your vaginal microbiome matters ⏰ 29:19 - High-risk HPV by age 50 ⏰ 34:31 - Critical role of cortisol testing ⏰ 37:51 - The ONE thing you can do to activate self-healing
Check out Dr. Doni Wilson's Bio: Dr. Doni Wilson is a powerhouse naturopathic doctor, professional midwife, clinical nutritionist, best-selling author of Master Your Stress, Reset Your Health, and an internationally renowned speaker and thought leader in women's health. For over 25 years, she has been on the cutting edge of health care, helping women to transform their health naturally. As the creator of the Stress Recovery Protocol®, developed through her own journey overcoming chronic migraines, Dr. Doni has helped thousands of patients break free from health challenges and become resilient to stress. A true advocate for women's health, she is dedicated to empowering others to take control of their healing, drawing awareness to the profound impact of stress and trauma on the body. You can find her blog, podcast How Humans Heal, and transformational programs at DoctorDoni.com.
Connect with Dr. Doni: Website: https://doctordoni.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DoniWilsonND Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drdoniwilson/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drdoniwilson/?hl=en X/Twitter: https://x.com/glutenfreedoc?lang=en Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drdoniwilson
***** Hi there! I am Jane Hogan, the Wellness Engineer, and the host of Wellness By Design. I spent 30 years designing foundations for buildings until the pain and inflammation of rheumatoid arthritis led me to hang up my hard hat and follow my heart. Now I blend my backgrounds in science and spirituality to teach people how to tap into the power of their mind, body and soul. I help them release pain naturally so they can become the best version of themselves.
Wellness By Design is a show dedicated to helping people achieve wellness not by reacting to the world around them but by intentionally designing a life based on what their own body needs. In this show we explore practices, methods and science that contribute to releasing pain and inflammation naturally.
Learn more at https://thewellnessengineer.com
Would you like to learn how to release pain by creating more peace and calm? Download my free guided meditation audio bundle here: https://www.thewellnessengineer.com/audio-bundle
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| 233. How to Live Smarter, Stronger & Longer Dr. Myra Reed | Jane Hogan | 03 déc. 2025 | 00:41:15 | |
Are you tired of 10-minute doctor visits that leave you with more prescriptions but no real answers? After 35 years in medicine, Dr. Myra Reed reveals why she left traditional practice behind and how functional medicine is transforming her patients' lives. If you're dealing with brain fog, fatigue, unexplained pain, or digestive issues - this conversation will change how you think about healthcare.
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In this episode, you'll learn: ⏰00:00 - Introduction to Dr. Myra Reed and her medical background ⏰02:35 - Her shift from traditional to functional medicine ⏰05:07 - What happens in a 90-minute first appointment ⏰08:17 - The four pillars: gut, hormones, toxins, and lifestyle ⏰12:11 - The truth about cholesterol: high isn't always bad, normal isn't always safe ⏰25:30 - Dealing with information overload and supplement overwhelm ⏰28:17 - How Dr. Reed's membership model works and what patients can expect ⏰30:58 - The power of lifestyle changes and managing stress ⏰36:29 - The one baby step to start healing today Check out Dr. Myra Reed's bio: Dr. Myra Reed is a Functional Medicine Internist with over 30 years of medical experience and founder of a concierge-style practice on Florida's Emerald Coast. She is the author of Smarter, Stronger, Longer: Live Longer, Perform Better, where she shares her proactive approach to achieving optimal vitality and longevity. Through her Smarter, Stronger, Longer Optimal Vitality & Longevity Program, Dr. Reed helps busy professionals and midlife adults struggling with fatigue, brain fog, weight gain, and hormone imbalances uncover the hidden root causes of their symptoms. These often include hormone chaos, gut dysfunction, and environmental toxins such as mold. She blends advanced diagnostics, hormone optimization, detox strategies, and lifestyle medicine to help her patients regain energy, clarity, and youthful resilience—without relying on the conventional "pill-for-an-ill" approach. Dr. Reed's mission is to empower patients to take control of their health, prevent chronic disease, and live with vitality, focus, and strength at any age.
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***** Hi there! I am Jane Hogan, the Wellness Engineer, and the host of Wellness By Design. I spent 30 years designing foundations for buildings until the pain and inflammation of rheumatoid arthritis led me to hang up my hard hat and follow my heart. Now I blend my backgrounds in science and spirituality to teach people how to tap into the power of their mind, body and soul. I help them release pain naturally so they can become the best version of themselves.
Wellness By Design is a show dedicated to helping people achieve wellness not by reacting to the world around them but by intentionally designing a life based on what their own body needs. In this show we explore practices, methods and science that contribute to releasing pain and inflammation naturally.
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| 232. How the Nervous System Fuels (and Frees) Pain with Jane | Jane Hogan | 26 nov. 2025 | 00:31:53 | |
What if your emotions could actually turn down your physical pain? In this episode, I'm revealing the connection between your brain, emotions, and the pain you feel in your body. You'll discover how your brain is the control center, the "pain-fear cycle" that's secretly making your pain worse, simple practices to retrain your brain and dial down pain naturally and how emotions like fear and frustration amplify pain.
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In this episode, you'll learn: ⏰ 00:00 - Introduction ⏰ 02:02 - Neuroplastic pain and the brain's role in pain ⏰ 07:19 - Emotions, the amygdala, and the body's threat signal ⏰ 08:53 - The pain fear cycle and how fear amplifies pain ⏰ 12:50 - How the brain can unlearn pain ⏰ 18:21 - Practice: breathing, heart coherence, self-compassion ⏰ 29:25 - How to know if your brain is dialing up your pain ⏰ 30:07 - The ONE thing you can do to activate self-healing
***** Hi there! I am Jane Hogan, the Wellness Engineer, and the host of Wellness By Design. I spent 30 years designing foundations for buildings until the pain and inflammation of rheumatoid arthritis led me to hang up my hard hat and follow my heart. Now I blend my backgrounds in science and spirituality to teach people how to tap into the power of their mind, body and soul. I help them release pain naturally so they can become the best version of themselves.
Wellness By Design is a show dedicated to helping people achieve wellness not by reacting to the world around them but by intentionally designing a life based on what their own body needs. In this show we explore practices, methods and science that contribute to releasing pain and inflammation naturally.
Learn more at https://thewellnessengineer.com
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| 231. Myth-busting Chronic Pain with Dr. Howard Schubiner | Jane Hogan | 19 nov. 2025 | 00:48:37 | |
Have you ever wondered if your chronic pain could actually be unlearned? In this episode, Dr. Howard Schubiner, author of Unlearn Your Pain, explains how the brain can both create and release pain through the science of neuroplasticity. You'll learn how to tell if your pain is structural or neuroplastic, discover the hope behind neuroplastic recovery therapies, and hear real stories of people who have fully healed after years of chronic pain. This conversation will open your mind to a new way of understanding your body and remind you that lasting relief is possible. Concerned about the negative impacts of EMFs on your health? Save up to 50% on Harmoni Pendant here: https://thewellnessengineer.com/harmoni
In this episode, you'll learn: ⏰00:00 - Introduction ⏰02:07 - How Howard began this research ⏰10:47 - Fear and the pain cycle ⏰16:15 - Neuroplastic recovery therapies ⏰18:56 - How to tell if pain is neuroplastic or structural ⏰24:00 - Arthritis, autoimmune disease, inflammation, and stress ⏰34:44 - When pain resurfaces during movement ⏰38:15 - Overcoming doubt and building certainty ⏰43:39 - The ONE thing you can do to activate self-healing
Check out Dr. Howard Schubiner's bio: Dr. Howard Schubiner is an internist and a Clinical Professor at the Michigan State University College of Human Medicine and has authored more than 100 publications in scientific journals and books. He lectures regionally, nationally, and internationally and is the author of three books: Unlearn Your Pain, Unlearn Your Anxiety and Depression, and Hidden From View, written with Dr. Allan Abbass. Dr. Schubiner has worked with Dr. Mark Lumley to develop a novel psychological treatment for chronic pain, Emotion Awareness and Expression Therapy, which has been shown to be highly effective in randomized, controlled trials. Dr. Schubiner sees patients virtually from anywhere in the world at cormendihealth.com and lives in the Detroit area with his wife of forty years. They have two adult children and one grandchild.
Pre-order / order Dr. Schubiner's book: https://www.amazon.com/Unlearn-Your-Pain-Recovering-Depression/dp/0593994361
Connect with Dr. Schubiner: Website: http://unlearnyourpain.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hschubiner/
***** Hi there! I am Jane Hogan, the Wellness Engineer, and the host of Wellness By Design. I spent 30 years designing foundations for buildings until the pain and inflammation of rheumatoid arthritis led me to hang up my hard hat and follow my heart. Now I blend my backgrounds in science and spirituality to teach people how to tap into the power of their mind, body and soul. I help them release pain naturally so they can become the best version of themselves.
Wellness By Design is a show dedicated to helping people achieve wellness not by reacting to the world around them but by intentionally designing a life based on what their own body needs. In this show we explore practices, methods and science that contribute to releasing pain and inflammation naturally.
Learn more at https://thewellnessengineer.com
Would you like to learn how to release pain by creating more peace and calm? Download my free guided meditation audio bundle here: https://www.thewellnessengineer.com/audio-bundle
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| 230. Unlock Energetic Healing with Pearly Montagu | Jane Hogan | 12 nov. 2025 | 00:45:11 | |
Have you ever felt that deep knowing that everything is energy, but wondered what that really means for your body and your healing? In today's episode, Pearly Montagu, energy healer and practitioner of energetic surgery, shares her incredible story of how a near-death experience opened her ability to see and work with energy, and how she now helps people release stored trauma, restore balance, and even prepare for surgery with confidence.
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In this episode you'll learn: ⏰ 00:00 - Introduction ⏰ 02:59 - From corporate life to energy healing ⏰ 10:54 - The near-death experience that changed everything ⏰ 16:57 - The power of mantras and vibration ⏰ 25:42 - Energetic surgery and healing through the field ⏰ 33:10 - If you've got a surgery coming up ⏰ 39:48 - The ONE simple shift you can do to activate self-healing
Check out Pearly Montagu's bio: Pearly Montagu, a world-renowned healer with an extraordinary gift. Following a profound near-death experience, Pearly discovered her unique ability to see energetic trauma within the body, and the resulting disruption of how physiology and biology occurs. The combination of this unique gift of sight combined with her subsequent training in energy healing modalities including craniosacral therapy, Pearly has developed her unique, groundbreaking technique for restoring healthy energy and biologic function has made her a sought-after healer. Whether working online or in person, Pearly's transformative approach is reshaping human biology and empowering each of her clients to their sovereign health potential.
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***** Hi there! I am Jane Hogan, the Wellness Engineer, and the host of Wellness By Design. I spent 30 years designing foundations for buildings until the pain and inflammation of rheumatoid arthritis led me to hang up my hard hat and follow my heart. Now I blend my backgrounds in science and spirituality to teach people how to tap into the power of their mind, body and soul. I help them release pain naturally so they can become the best version of themselves.
Wellness By Design is a show dedicated to helping people achieve wellness not by reacting to the world around them but by intentionally designing a life based on what their own body needs. In this show we explore practices, methods and science that contribute to releasing pain and inflammation naturally.
Learn more at https://thewellnessengineer.com
Would you like to learn how to release pain by creating more peace and calm? Download my free guided meditation audio bundle here: https://www.thewellnessengineer.com/audio-bundle
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| 229. Cultivating Your Soulful Self For Healing with Suzanne Roberts | Jane Hogan | 05 nov. 2025 | 00:40:27 | |
Have you ever stopped to think about the life force in you that is giving you life? My guest today has such a great way of framing this whole concept and understanding how to truly feel it. In this deeply moving episode, I am joined by Suzanne Roberts, an author, physicist at heart, and survivor of childhood abuse, who discovered how to transmute trauma into liberation.
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In this episode you'll learn: ⏰ 00:00 - Opening ⏰ 02:10 - Suzanne Roberts and her book ⏰ 03:51 - "Deeper purpose" beneath our life experiences ⏰ 10:20 - Shifting from self-hate to self-realization ⏰ 13:39 - Validating the energy current ⏰ 25:36 - Stillness helped after surgery ⏰ 33:17 - Choosing life-giving thoughts ⏰ 37:24 - The ONE thing you can do to activate self-healing
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Suzanne Roberts' book: https://unifyingsolutions.com/book/
Connect with Suzanne Roberts: Website: https://unifyingsolutions.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SuzanneRobertsPolarity Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/suzanneroberts3550 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suzanne-roberts-24273b3/
***** Hi there! I am Jane Hogan, the Wellness Engineer, and the host of Wellness By Design. I spent 30 years designing foundations for buildings until the pain and inflammation of rheumatoid arthritis led me to hang up my hard hat and follow my heart. Now I blend my backgrounds in science and spirituality to teach people how to tap into the power of their mind, body and soul. I help them release pain naturally so they can become the best version of themselves.
Wellness By Design is a show dedicated to helping people achieve wellness not by reacting to the world around them but by intentionally designing a life based on what their own body needs. In this show we explore practices, methods and science that contribute to releasing pain and inflammation naturally.
Learn more at https://thewellnessengineer.com
Would you like to learn how to release pain by creating more peace and calm? Download my free guided meditation audio bundle here: https://www.thewellnessengineer.com/audio-bundle
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| 228. Unlearn Pain Using the Brain with Jane | Jane Hogan | 29 oct. 2025 | 00:50:44 | |
Most people think pain has a physical cause. The incredible truth is that the brain is responsible for the experience of pain. We can actually retrain the brain to feel safe and let go of unnecessary pain. Join me today to learn more about how the mind and body communicate, how love and awareness can transform the way we experience pain, and how to begin restoring trust and safety within yourself. I'll also guide you through a simple practice to help your body remember what healing feels like. Tune in, and start awakening your brain's natural ability to heal.
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In this episode you'll learn: ⏰ 00:00 - Intro ⏰ 02:52 - Pain as a gift ⏰ 05:18 - The brain turns on pain for protection ⏰ 16:12 - The role of love in healing ⏰ 20:39 - Identifying the source of pain ⏰ 28:21 - Rewiring the brain for safety ⏰ 39:47 - Guided practice for healing ⏰ 47:10 - The ONE thing you can do to activate self-healing
***** Hi there! I am Jane Hogan, the Wellness Engineer, and the host of Wellness By Design. I spent 30 years designing foundations for buildings until the pain and inflammation of rheumatoid arthritis led me to hang up my hard hat and follow my heart. Now I blend my backgrounds in science and spirituality to teach people how to tap into the power of their mind, body and soul. I help them release pain naturally so they can become the best version of themselves.
Wellness By Design is a show dedicated to helping people achieve wellness not by reacting to the world around them but by intentionally designing a life based on what their own body needs. In this show we explore practices, methods and science that contribute to releasing pain and inflammation naturally.
Learn more at https://thewellnessengineer.com
Would you like to learn how to release pain by creating more peace and calm? Download my free guided meditation audio bundle here: https://www.thewellnessengineer.com/audio-bundle
Connect with Jane: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JaneHoganHealth/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewellnessengineer/
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| 227. The Power of Nutrient-Dense Eating with James Barry | Jane Hogan | 22 oct. 2025 | 01:00:25 | |
Are you a busy parent trying to sneak nutrients into your kids' meals? Or a health-conscious individual looking for an easy way to get more out of your diet? Join me and my guest, James Barry, founder of Pluck, to learn more about how busy families or individuals can make healthy eating more convenient without sacrificing nutrition or flavor.
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In this episode you'll learn: ⏰ 00:00 - Introduction ⏰ 02:18 - From celebrity chef to mission-driven cooking ⏰ 09:39 - The birth of Pluck: solving the organ meat problem ⏰ 18:15 - Why New Zealand? The sourcing story ⏰ 25:35 - How our bodies were designed to communicate nutritional needs ⏰ 30:02 - Three practical steps for mindful eating ⏰ 44:05 - How to use Pluck and the umami effect ⏰ 55:22 - The ONE thing you can do to activate self-healing
Check out James Barry's Bio: James Barry's 20 years in the culinary field started as a private chef cooking for celebrities such as Tom Cruise, George Clooney, Gerard Butler, Mariska Hargitay (of Law & Order:SVI fame), Barbra Streisand, and John Cusack. James is CEO & Founder of the organ-based, superfood seasoning, Pluck. It's the first of its kind and an amazingly easy and delicious way for people to get organ meats into their diet. James is also a published cookbook author having co-authored the recipes in Margaret Floyd's book Eat Naked and Dr. Alejandro Junger's book, Clean 7. He authored the cookbook The Naked Foods Cookbook. He is the host of the podcast, Everyday Ancestral.
James Barry's gift and link: Pluck is a one-of-a-kind organ-based seasoning that makes eating nutrient-dense foods easy and delicious. It's made from 100% grass-fed, grass-finished beef organs—like liver, heart, kidney, spleen, and pancreas—blended with organic herbs and spices. The best part? It doesn't taste like organ meat. You just sprinkle it on your food—like salt or pepper—and instantly boost the flavor and nutrition of any meal. It's perfect for busy parents, health enthusiasts, or anyone looking to eat better without overhauling their diet. Find Pluck Superfood Seasoning here: https://eatpluck.com/?ref=JANEHOGAN
Connect with James Barry: Website: https://eatpluck.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eatpluck/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chefjamesbarry/
***** Hi there! I am Jane Hogan, the Wellness Engineer, and the host of Wellness By Design. I spent 30 years designing foundations for buildings until the pain and inflammation of rheumatoid arthritis led me to hang up my hard hat and follow my heart. Now I blend my backgrounds in science and spirituality to teach people how to tap into the power of their mind, body and soul. I help them release pain naturally so they can become the best version of themselves.
Wellness By Design is a show dedicated to helping people achieve wellness not by reacting to the world around them but by intentionally designing a life based on what their own body needs. In this show we explore practices, methods and science that contribute to releasing pain and inflammation naturally.
Learn more at https://thewellnessengineer.com
Would you like to learn how to release pain by creating more peace and calm? Download my free guided meditation audio bundle here: https://www.thewellnessengineer.com/audio-bundle
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| 226. Micro-Dosing with Legal Mushrooms for Healing with Rael Inshan | Jane Hogan | 15 oct. 2025 | 00:29:54 | |
Science is beginning to confirm what ancient traditions have always known: the body holds the key to profound healing when we learn how to truly listen. Join me and my guest, Rael Inshan — a trauma-informed somatic guide who blends ancestral practices with the sacred use of legal mushroom microdosing — to learn more about how we can transform pain, stress, and survival patterns into presence, trust, and deep self-connection. Press play and step into a conversation that could change the way you think about healing.
In this episode you'll learn: ⏰ 0:00 - Introduction ⏰ 3:36 - Combining microdosing with prayer ⏰ 5:32 - Observed healing and unbelievable results of microdosing ⏰ 7:22 - Safety and dosage of microdosing ⏰ 10:20 - Microdosing, meditation, and forgiveness for physical healing ⏰ 19:53 - How not feeling enough manifests as physical pain ⏰ 26:46 - The ONE thing you can do to activate self-healing: slowing down
Check out Rael Inshan's Bio: Rael is a trauma-informed somatic guide who helps people come home to their bodies and reclaim their nervous systems using ancestral and natural methods. Through his own healing journey, Rael discovered the power of nervous system regulation, somatic practices, and Amanita Muscaria microdosing — tools that helped him move through pain and disconnection and into deep self-trust and presence. He now supports others in unwinding chronic stress, healing from trauma, and remembering who they are beneath survival patterns. With a grounded, heart-led approach, Rael holds space for transformation that is both practical and sacred.
Rael Inshan's book: The Journey of the Eternal Warrior – Part One: The Beautiful Vision of God's New Earth is a raw and spiritually transformative autobiography by Rael. This book is about Rael's life story, leading up to how Rael became a professional mushroom forager. It is a story of a spiritual adventure. Check it out here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FDQWDJPX
Connect with Rael Inshan: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amanitawarriors/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheAmanitaWarrior
***** Hi there! I am Jane Hogan, the Wellness Engineer, and the host of Wellness By Design. I spent 30 years designing foundations for buildings until the pain and inflammation of rheumatoid arthritis led me to hang up my hard hat and follow my heart. Now I blend my backgrounds in science and spirituality to teach people how to tap into the power of their mind, body and soul. I help them release pain naturally so they can become the best version of themselves.
Wellness By Design is a show dedicated to helping people achieve wellness not by reacting to the world around them but by intentionally designing a life based on what their own body needs. In this show we explore practices, methods and science that contribute to releasing pain and inflammation naturally.
Learn more at https://thewellnessengineer.com
Would you like to learn how to release pain by creating more peace and calm? Download my free guided meditation audio bundle here: https://www.thewellnessengineer.com/audio-bundle
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