Reclamation Radio with Kelly Brogan MD

Kelly Brogan MD
Reclamation Radio with Kelly Brogan MD

It hurts to have unmet needs. And it sucks to scurry after crumbs when you’re starving. Join Kelly Brogan MD, as she teaches us how our pain points are portals. She’ll help you discover a world where every seeming challenge is a new chapter in your most audacious story. Plot twists, body symptoms, and heartbreak each represent an opportunity to own ourselves and learn to better wield the power of choice. Kelly will take you on a reclamation journey from the battlefield of victim consciousness to the sovereignty of self-devoted pleasure and expose every surprising place you’ve given your power away. Explore the tools you’ll need to find out what you want, how to ask for it and how to stand in fierce alignment with yourself.Kelly Brogan is a soul alchemist and threshold guardian devoted to the transformation of collective consciousness. As a young know-it-all atheist, candy-addict, straight-A MIT neuroscience major and Ivy-league trained psychiatrist, she specialized in feeding women, herself included, straight into the mouth of the medicated beast. After a Hashimoto’s healing journey inspired her to sound the alarm on the bait-and-switch of big pharma, she became a renegade activist—authoring the New York Times bestseller, A Mind of Your Own, and its follow-up, Own Your Self; co-editing the landmark textbook, Integrative Therapies for Depression; and eventually becoming an honorary member of the Disinformation Dozen. She is the creatrix of Vital Mind Reset, the online health reclamation program, and the membership community Vital Life Project. She’s a human, cat, and chicken mom.

  1. 1 DAY AGO

    91: "Dead Water Is What’s Making You Sick" - Dr. Tom Cowan

    Upgrade your water with 3 of Kelly's favourites: Quinton, the Analemma Wand (use code KELLYB for 15% off), and Alive spring water subscription.   Dr. Tom Cowan is a physician, and author who challenges mainstream medical assumptions and offers unique perspectives on health and biology. In this episode, you're going to learn why your body may already produce the water you need, what happens when you drink too much water and how it can disrupt your health, the difference between “primary water” and the water we typically drink, how your mitochondria play a critical role in creating water, and simple daily practices to optimize your body's natural hydration and energy production. Dr. Thomas Cowan is a well-known alternative medicine doctor, author, and speaker, with a common-sense, holistic approach to health and wellness. He has given countless lectures and workshops throughout the U.S. on a variety of subjects in health and medicine and is the author of six books. Recent publications include "The Truth About Contagion” co-authored by Sally Fallon Morell, “Cancer and the New Biology of Water” and "Human Heart, Cosmic Heart." Timestamps: [03:54] Why water scarcity might be a myth [07:03] What primary water is and why it matters [10:40] How drinking too much water can harm your health [13:30] How mitochondria produce water and energy [18:04] The role of sunlight and electromagnetic forces in hydration [23:41] How your body creates its own water naturally [29:15] Why dead water leads to disease [32:07] Differences between hydrological water and primary water [37:38] How poor energy production causes dehydration [43:19] Tom’s daily routine for optimal hydration and energy [46:04] What structured water is and why it charges your body [50:08] Why sunlight and minerals are essential for health [52:04] The importance of rituals and a relationship with water [57:40] Why natural water creation is key to wellness See the living world in a new way with Dr. Tom Cowan's New Biology Courses Connect with Dr. Tom on X, Instagram and his website. If you want to learn more about Dr. Cowan’s Garden, click here. Learn more about New Biology by visiting the clinic’s website. Resources Mentioned: The Truth About Contagion by Dr. Tom Cowan and Sally Fallon Morell | Book  Cancer and the New Biology of Water by Dr. Tom Cowan | Book or Audiobook Human Heart, Cosmic Heart by Dr. Tom Cowan | Book or Audiobook Instagram: @kellybroganmd Website: kellybroganmd.com Join Kelly's monthly membership, Vital Life Project here. Get Kelly’s new book The Reclaimed Woman here and join the companion program, Reclaimed, here.

    1h 5m
  2. 7 JAN

    90: “If you think success will make you happy… Think again” - Kara Nicole Bitar

    Are you an over-achieving under-receiving woman? Watch my free masterclass. Kara Nicole Bitar is a former attorney turned Optimization Coach specializing in helping people align with their true nature.  In this episode, you're going to learn why Kara walked away from a prestigious legal career without a plan, how understanding her uniqueness changed her life, what the manifesting blueprint reveals about thriving in life, why vision boards don’t work for everyone, and how seven polarities can help you live in alignment and avoid burnout. Kara Nicole Bitar holds a Juris Doctor from Duke University School of Law and practiced high-stakes corporate litigation at one of the largest law firms in the Southeast of the United States. Kara now combines the dedication and commitment that it took to become a successful attorney, real-life training in what it takes to succeed at high-levels, and extensive research, experience and training in how to optimize our lives, to help her clients live the most joyous, energized and successful versions of themselves. She does this through Optimization Programs she developed, Akashic Records readings and teaching Kundalini Yoga. Kara is a KRI Certified Instructor of Kundalini Yoga, Reiki Master, Certified ThetaHealing® Practitioner and Certified SoulRealignment® Practitioner Timestamps: [06:26] Why Kara left her successful legal career [12:14] Introduction to the manifesting blueprint [13:42] The importance of knowing and expressing your uniqueness [16:10] Similarity vs contrast explained [20:05] How similarity can guide personal growth [21:27] Understanding how contrast thrives in unlikeness [25:11] Process vs outcome and how it defines success [29:37] Why vision boards don’t work for process-oriented people [31:45] Internal vs external: how people know themselves [35:04] Why internal people need alone time to thrive [40:01] Consistent vs variable: thriving in repetition or newness [45:07] Reinventive vs innovative: creating through reinvention or originality [47:46] Instigative vs reactive: making changes proactively or in response [50:08] How integrative vs exclusive people process decisions Get  $100 off your Manifesting Blueprint with this special offer for Kelly's listeners here. If you want to connect with Kara, visit her website and follow her on Instagram. Instagram: @kellybroganmd Website: kellybroganmd.com Join Kelly's monthly membership, Vital Life Project here. Get Kelly’s new book The Reclaimed Woman here and join the companion program, Reclaimed, here. This week’s episode was sponsored by Lotus Wei. Head to lotuswei.com and use the code Kelly15 to get 15% off your purchase.

    1h 2m
  3. 17/12/2024

    88: Five Myths that Shape Our Reality with Dr. Steve Young

    Join Kelly's Vital Life Project Membership. Dr. Steven A. Young is a physicist, DJ, and author known for challenging mainstream scientific paradigms. In this episode, you're going to learn why Dr. Young questions the utility of modern scientific theories like quantum mechanics and atomic physics, how his research led him to explore alternative frameworks such as alchemy, the five major scientific theories he critiques and their societal implications, his perspective on the origins and applications of atomic theory and gravity, and why he believes embracing ancient sciences could provide more practical and holistic insights into reality. Dr. Steven A. Young is an author, musician, and natural philosopher recognized for his work under the music alias Hedflux and is the author of A Fool's Wisdom: Science, Conspiracies & The Secret Art of Alchemy (2024). With a background in theoretical physics, holding both a Master of Science (MSci) and a PhD, Steven has carved an eclectic career at the crossroads of science, spirituality, and music. Based in Scotland with his wife and three children, Steven continues to expand his work at the intersection of science and spirituality, exploring alchemical philosophy and the transformative power of sound and music.  Timestamps: [04:08] Science that bears fruit vs science that doesn't   [05:25] Dr. Young's journey after leaving academia   [07:59] The rise of new physics and its criticisms   [10:04] The five elemental theories in scientism   [12:38] Atomism as a fallacy and its implications   [14:39] Materialism vs holistic worldviews   [17:28] Wave-particle duality and its critique   [20:12] Questioning the concept of nuclear weapons   [23:24] Linking atomism to heliocentrism   [25:51] Challenging the proof of Earth's curvature   [28:09] Gravity as the linchpin of the cosmos   [30:40] Ancient methods of predicting eclipses   [34:22] The burden of proof in scientific claims   [37:30] Common critiques of the globe theory   [41:31] Evolution vs creationism perspectives   [44:27] Questioning viruses and germ theory   [48:11] The connection between scientism and control   [50:55] Dr. Young's personal transformation and writing process   [54:33] Alchemy as a framework for understanding   [57:50] Why alchemy remains hidden but accessible   Want to listen to Music Alchemy? Check out Hedflux. To hear more from Dr. Steven A. Young visit his Website or subscribe to his Substack and Telegram. Resources Mentioned: A Fool’s Wisdom by Dr. Steven A. Young | Book or Audiobook  Find more from Kelly Brogan: Instagram: @kellybroganmd Website: kellybroganmd.com Join Kelly's monthly membership, Vital Life Project here. Get Kelly’s new book The Reclaimed Woman here and join the companion program, Reclaimed, here. This week’s episode was sponsored by Lotus Wei. Head to lotuswei.com and use the code Kelly15 to get 15% off your purchase.

    1h 1m
  4. 10/12/2024

    87: The Three Paths in Every Relationship Crisis

    Register for my Over-achieving, Under-receiving Masterclass on December 12th at noon Eastern here. In this episode, you'll learn a practical approach to deciding whether to stay in or leave a marriage, how to manage emotional conflicts with clarity, and ways to align your choices with your inner values. Timestamps: [03:08] Why marriage can be a meaningful container [05:54] Self-husbanding as a tool for inner attunement  [07:14] The danger of staying on the fence in relationships [08:27] Clearing noise to access inner clarity [09:43] Three choices for moving forward in a relationship [10:24] How to leave a marriage with peace and gratitude [11:53] The cords that keep you tied to past relationships [12:44] Why superiority blocks emotional closure [13:38] Communicating your emotional state to your partner [14:46] Giving yourself time and space to find clarity [15:44] The vulnerability of choosing to stay in a marriage [17:11] The difference between boundaries and vulnerability [18:09] Devotion to the marriage as a sacred container [19:44] Accepting your partner as they are [20:57] Offering unconditional love in adult relationships [22:36] Avoiding the in-between state of victim consciousness [23:36] Acting as a woman who fully chooses her partner Resources Mentioned: Marine Sélénée | Website Find more from Kelly Brogan: Instagram: @kellybroganmd Website: kellybroganmd.com Join Kelly's monthly membership, Vital Life Project here. Get Kelly’s new book The Reclaimed Woman here and join the companion program, Reclaimed, here. This week’s episode was sponsored by Lotus Wei. Head to lotuswei.com and use the code Kelly15 to get 15% off your purchase.

    25 min
  5. 03/12/2024

    86: Why The Hustle for Success Could Be Destroying Your Happiness with Alyssa Jarvi

    Do you want to end the cycles of pain in your mother line? Sign up for my Victimless Mothering Masterclass and learn to Own Your Self. Register for my Over-achieving, Under-receiving Masterclass on December 12th at noon Eastern here. In this episode, you'll learn how to approach finances when the wife is the breadwinner, why letting go of career ambitions for motherhood can be fulfilling and what it means to embrace different phases of life as a woman. You will understand why being a "relaxed woman" is a powerful act in today's society and how to navigate the challenges of role reversals in marriage. Alyssa is a mother, scientist, entrepreneur, and writer with expertise in immunology, community building, and venture creation. Most recently, Alyssa spent six years in various roles at a multi-billion dollar healthcare investment firm, where she fundraised and evaluated the technological feasibility of biotech assets. During this time, she helped several people start companies, including a high-throughput wood product manufacturing business that she and her husband currently operate. Previously, Alyssa served as engineering director for the Yale Center for Biomedical Innovation and Technology (CBIT), an effort that connected Yale University and Yale-New Haven Health Center. In that role, Alyssa taught undergraduate courses, advised project teams, ran large healthcare hackathons, and managed academic-industry partnerships.  Timestamps: [05:12] Alyssa’s views on being “just a mother” [06:52] Early career journey in STEM fields [07:53] Lessons from observing career women [08:55] Transition from academia to investment [10:15] Impact of motherhood on priorities [10:58] Navigating parenthood and work-life balance [11:42] Struggles with ethical gray areas in work [13:26] Decision to work from home as a mother   [13:47] The challenge of quitting a high-paying job [14:29] Understanding financial dependence [16:05] Transitioning roles with her husband [17:19] The impact of earning potential on women [18:21] Misguided focus on career over family [19:15] Financial pressures and decision-making [20:35] Struggles with superiority and control [21:25] Observing cultural pressures on women [23:39] Red, black, and white phases explained [24:31] Transformations through motherhood [28:21] Trust and vulnerability in marriage [29:49] Career realizations after becoming a mother [30:38] Breaking away from external pressures [32:09] Conversations about financial changes [33:51] Her husband’s response to her decision [34:20] Finding a new balance as a family [35:37] Building confidence in her husband’s role [36:31] Experimenting with traditional roles [39:27] Trusting in timing and spiritual guidance [40:59] Overcoming control tendencies in marriage [41:50] Learning to trust her husband’s decisions [43:19] Letting go of resentment and victimhood [46:00] Handling failures and problem-solving [49:44] The importance of being fully present [50:34] Reframing mundane tasks as devotion [52:02] Finding joy in simpler rhythms of life [53:14] Adjusting to a slower pace with children [54:23] Reducing friction in daily routines [56:08] Natural sensitivity returning through slowing down [57:10] Feeling provided for by her husband [58:07] Using creative impulses in new ventures [59:53] Advice for new mothers about simplicity Check out The River Valley Collective’s Website and connect with Alyssa through The Soulful Scientist’s Substack. Resources Mentioned: Dr. Martin Shaw | Website The Surrendered Wife by Laura Doyle | Book or Audiobook The Empowered Wife by Laura Doyle | Book or Audiobook Find more from Kelly Brogan: Instagram: @kellybroganmd Website: kellybroganmd.com Join Kelly's monthly membership, Vital Life Project here. Get Kelly’s new book The Reclaimed Woman here and join the companion program, Reclaimed, here. This week’s episode was sponsored by Lotus Wei. Head to lotuswei.com and use the code Kelly15 to get 15% off your purchase.

    1h 3m
  6. 26/11/2024

    85: Audacious Asks: How to Escape the Confines of Your Mind

    Ask Kelly your burning questions in our monthly Vital Life Project Membership. In this episode, you'll learn how to manage difficult emotions by orienting to the present, reframe victim-based thinking, improve self-awareness, and assess choices to find clarity in your responses to life's challenges. Timestamps: [01:45] Question 1: How to empower your self-narrative [03:33] Discharging negative energy in healthy ways [04:04] Allowing the negativity "buck" to stop with you [05:32] Handling intense emotions in the present moment [07:05] Finding effective actions in your own life [08:07] Focusing on self-allegiance in relationships [09:01] Growing your capacity to sit with discomfort [09:58] Finding beauty and empowerment in the present moment [11:02] Reframing intruding negative thoughts [11:55} Question 2: Practical tips for reframing complaints [13:00] Difference between complaining and asking for support [13:58] Learning to be tender with yourself and others [15:19] Knowing what you need and asking for it clearly [16:48] Question 3: Personal growth through inner caretaker work [18:04] Staying grounded despite pessimism about the future [19:07] Recognizing personal sovereignty over external events [20:11] Coping with existential and nihilistic thoughts [20:56] Accepting that you can handle any emotion [21:46] Assessing choices from a grounded perspective [22:40] Shifting from a victim to an empowered mindset [23:31] Importance of inner work and self-focus [24:29] Story of shattered innocence and growth [25:31] Embracing humility and present-moment perception [26:39] Tips on self-perception and accurate awareness Resources Mentioned: Exit The Cave by Howdie Mickoski | Book Find more from Kelly Brogan: Instagram: @kellybroganmd Website: kellybroganmd.com Join Kelly's monthly membership, Vital Life Project here. Get Kelly’s new book The Reclaimed Woman here and join the companion program, Reclaimed, here. This week’s episode was sponsored by Lotus Wei. Head to lotuswei.com and use the code Kelly15 to get 15% off your purchase.

    32 min

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It hurts to have unmet needs. And it sucks to scurry after crumbs when you’re starving. Join Kelly Brogan MD, as she teaches us how our pain points are portals. She’ll help you discover a world where every seeming challenge is a new chapter in your most audacious story. Plot twists, body symptoms, and heartbreak each represent an opportunity to own ourselves and learn to better wield the power of choice. Kelly will take you on a reclamation journey from the battlefield of victim consciousness to the sovereignty of self-devoted pleasure and expose every surprising place you’ve given your power away. Explore the tools you’ll need to find out what you want, how to ask for it and how to stand in fierce alignment with yourself.Kelly Brogan is a soul alchemist and threshold guardian devoted to the transformation of collective consciousness. As a young know-it-all atheist, candy-addict, straight-A MIT neuroscience major and Ivy-league trained psychiatrist, she specialized in feeding women, herself included, straight into the mouth of the medicated beast. After a Hashimoto’s healing journey inspired her to sound the alarm on the bait-and-switch of big pharma, she became a renegade activist—authoring the New York Times bestseller, A Mind of Your Own, and its follow-up, Own Your Self; co-editing the landmark textbook, Integrative Therapies for Depression; and eventually becoming an honorary member of the Disinformation Dozen. She is the creatrix of Vital Mind Reset, the online health reclamation program, and the membership community Vital Life Project. She’s a human, cat, and chicken mom.

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