Today, I’m happy to introduce Val Emanuel, a pioneering force in women’s health and environmental sustainability. As the co-founder of Rif Care, Val is revolutionizing menstrual health with organic eco-friendly products made from regenerative hemp fiber.

Val’s journey is one of resilience and innovation. After confronting significant reproductive health challenges, she turned to holistic healing methods, which led her to identify a gap in the market for safe, effective, and eco-friendly menstrual products.

In our conversation, Val and I delve into the importance of risk-taking, female empowerment, the need to change the narrative around menstruation, and the profound link between caring for our bodies and our planet. We explore historical and cultural perspectives on menstruation, debunking stigmas and celebrating the powerful natural processes that connect us to the Earth.

In my conversation with Val, you'll discover:

-Personal health challenges that led Val to starting the RIF CARE business...03:27

-Biggest misconceptions and judgments around a woman's menstruation...08:10

-How to get the dialogue started re: demystifying the female menstrual cycle...11:56

-Deeply ingrained misogyny in pop culture regarding blood and a woman's period...15:46

-Follow the money: how big is the woman's menstrual cycle market?...21:20

-Obstacles encountered creating eco-friendly women's products...23:44

-How can policymakers and community leaders can better support menstrual equity?...27:10

-How improving access to menstrual health resources can potentially influence the broader economic landscape for women...32:41

-Advice for young women who want to challenge societal norms re: female menstrual cycles...38:30

-A reality TV show Val is currently involved with...40:04

-And much more...

Resources mentioned:

VAL EMANUEL

RIF CARE

Guest's social handles:

VAL EMANUEL

Instagram

Facebook

RIF CARE

Instagram

Facebook

TikTok

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Yours,

Ariane

Welcome back to another episode of Superhumanize, where we dive deep into the spirit and the science of self-optimization and explore cutting edge approaches to health and wellness. Today, we're incredibly fortunate to have a true pioneer with us, Dr. David Spiegel, Associate Chair of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences and the Director of the Center on Stress and Health, as well as the Medical Director of the Center for Integrative Medicine at Stanford University.

Dr. Spiegel has not only shaped our understanding of the mind-body connection but has revolutionized how we think about medical hypnosis. With over four decades of research, his work has illuminated the therapeutic powers of hypnosis, showing it to be a formidable ally against pain, anxiety, and stress. From groundbreaking studies on psycho-oncology to his eye-opening insights on how hypnosis can modify brain function, Dr. Spiegel’s contributions have been nothing short of transformative.

Dr. Spiegel is also the co-founder of the Reveri app and his mission is to make the power and immediate effectiveness of self-hypnosis available to everyone.

In my conversation with Dr. Spiegel, you'll discover:

-What drew Dr. Spiegel specifically to the practice of hypnosis as a means of psychotherapy...01:38

-What does the latest brain imaging studies reveal about the neurological effects of hypnosis?...07:30

-Why commercialized hypnosis shows do more harm than good regarding bringing credibility to the craft...15:30

-Ariane goes through a live test to reveal her "hypnotizability" (yes, that's really a word!)...22:40

-Success stories and surprising outcomes from Dr. Spiegel's practice of hypnosis...32:05

-How does hypnosis actually interact with the cognitive and emotional processes to improve mental health?...35:23

-How hypnotherapy can help in reconnecting neural pathways damaged by past trauma...40:23

-Is hypnotherapy compatible with ketamine therapy?...46:40

-Upcoming challenges and questions to answer in the realm of hypnotherapy...54:50

-Ethical considerations for psychiatrists and neuroscientists to address re: these powerful neuromodulatory techniques...56:20

-And much more!

Resources mentioned:

Dr. Spiegel's website

REVERI APP

Guest's social handles:

Instagram

Facebook

LinkedIn

Medium

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When we help heal One, we help heal All.

Much gratitude and love.

Yours,

Ariane

In today’s episode, we are honored to host Dr. Anodea Judith, a masterful weaver of psychological depth and spiritual wisdom.

Anodea has been called “a prophet for our time. She is a groundbreaking thought leader whose passion for the realization of human potential matches her concern for humanity’s impending crisis. Her fervent wish is that we “wake up in time”.

She is the founder and director of Sacred Centers and holds Masters and Doctoral degrees in Psychology and Human Health. Anodea is a also a celebrated speaker, therapist, global teacher and bestselling author. She has written several seminal books on chakras and personal development, which have been translated into 28 languages and continue to inspire an international audience.

Today, she brings us insights from her latest work, 'GODDESS: Blessed Reunions with the Feminine Face of the Divine', a compelling exploration into the resurgence of the divine feminine in our collective consciousness.

This book invites us to rethink not just the spiritual implications of the divine feminine but its necessity in our current social fabric in order to usher in the next evolution of humanity.

In my conversation with Anodea, you'll discover:

-What inspired Anodea to write her book GODDESS: Blessed Reunions with the Feminine Face of the Divine...01:51

-The four-faceted aspect of the divine feminine...04:25

-It's not one gender dominates the other. It's based on collaboration and equality among the genders...08:48

-Anodea shares a personal anecdote that deepened her understanding of the divine feminine...13:46

-Universal qualities of the divine feminine across many different societies and belief systems...17:17

-How to identify which facet of the divine feminine you need to step into right now...22:21

-Whenever a woman can express herself freely, creatively, intellectually, sexually, the world becomes a better place...28:39

-How can educational systems incorporate these principles to foster a more holistic learning environment of the divine feminine...33:47

-How we can use technology to enhance our connection to the divine feminine, rather than diminish it...36:15

-How the divine feminine has shaped Anodea's approach to mentoring others...40:51

-Connect with the Founding Mothers movement...47:30

-And much more!

Resources mentioned:

Anodea's website

Founding Mothers movement

Books authored by Anodea

Guest's social handles:

Facebook

YouTube

P.S. If you enjoy this episode and feel it helps to elevate your life, please give us a rating or review.

And if you feel others may benefit from this podcast as well, spread the word, share and help grow our tribe of Superhumans.

When we help heal One, we help heal All.

Much gratitude and love.

Yours,

Ariane