Wellness By Design

Jane Hogan | The Wellness Engineer
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Welcome to the Wellness By Design podcast. I believe every one of us has the power to achieve optimal wellness not by reacting to the world around us but by intentionally designing a life based on what our own body needs. This show is for people who want to relieve pain and inflammation naturally by addressing root causes, rather than masking symptoms and by tapping into the wisdom of their body, mind and spirit. And I want to give you the tools to help make that happen.

  1. 6d ago

    266. Engineering an Awakened Life with Dr. Sue Morter | Jane Hogan

    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:  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JaneHoganHealth/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewellnessengineer/

  2. Jul 15

    265. The Microbiome Connection: Parkinson's, Chronic Disease and the Hidden Impact of Modern Life with Martha Carlin | Jane Hogan

    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:  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JaneHoganHealth/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewellnessengineer/

  3. Jul 8

    264. The MAP Method: Release Emotions That Are Hindering Healing with Colette Streicher | Jane Hogan

    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:  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JaneHoganHealth/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewellnessengineer/

  4. Jul 1

    263. Beyond Humming: 5 Ways to Support Your Vagus Nerve | Jane Hogan

    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:  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JaneHoganHealth/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewellnessengineer/

  5. Jun 24

    262. Immuno-Rejuvenation for Chronic Pain Relief with Jeffrey Bland | Jane Hogan

    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:  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JaneHoganHealth/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewellnessengineer/

  6. Jun 17

    261. Winning The War On Cancer: The Epic Journey Towards a Natural Cure with Sylvie Beljanski | Jane Hogan

    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:  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JaneHoganHealth/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewellnessengineer/

  7. Jun 10

    260. The Neuroscience of Chronic Pain: Why Your Body May Not Be Broken with Irena O'Brien | Jane Hogan

    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:  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JaneHoganHealth/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewellnessengineer/

  8. Jun 3

    259. From Chronic Pain to the Red Carpet: The Truth About Pain No One Told Me | Jane Hogan

    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:  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JaneHoganHealth/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewellnessengineer/

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Welcome to the Wellness By Design podcast. I believe every one of us has the power to achieve optimal wellness not by reacting to the world around us but by intentionally designing a life based on what our own body needs. This show is for people who want to relieve pain and inflammation naturally by addressing root causes, rather than masking symptoms and by tapping into the wisdom of their body, mind and spirit. And I want to give you the tools to help make that happen.

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  • Creator
    Jane Hogan | The Wellness Engineer
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    265
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    ©️2025
  • Show Website
    Wellness By Design

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