The Metamorphosis Project

Tenya Eickenberg
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Welcome to 'The Metamorphosis Project,' the podcast that delves into the transformative world of energy healing, self-care, and all things transformative. Join me as I explore the remarkable connections between mind, body, and spirit, unlocking practices and techniques that rejuvenate and uplift. Each episode invites you to discover the power within you to heal, find balance, and ignite your inner vitality. Tune in to 'The Metamorphosis Project' and embark on a journey towards holistic well-being and self-discovery.

  1. From Hating the Mirror to Loving His Life Again

    May 20

    From Hating the Mirror to Loving His Life Again

    Send us Fan Mail Mindset transformation, weight loss motivation, fitness after 40, and healing your relationship with your body are at the center of this inspiring conversation with Hipolito Montero. If you’ve ever felt intimidated by the gym, stuck in unhealthy patterns, or convinced it was “too late” to change, this episode will challenge that belief. In this episode of The Metamorphosis Project Podcast, Tenya Eickenberg sits down with Hipolito Montero to talk about the life-changing moment a doctor told him his heart was 53% larger than normal, the emotional impact of losing his mother at a young age, and how one simple walk during lockdown became the beginning of a complete transformation. They discuss: ✅ The health scare that forced him to change his life ✅ Losing 66 pounds in 8 weeks during lockdown ✅ Why mindset mattered more than dieting ✅ Overcoming fear and judgment at the gym ✅ Using movement as healing instead of punishment ✅ How fitness strengthened his relationship with his daughter ✅ Moderation vs restrictive dieting ✅ Why consistency matters more than perfection ✅ Building confidence one step at a time If you’ve been waiting for the “perfect time” to start taking care of yourself, this episode is your reminder that transformation begins with one decision and one step forward. 🔗 Connect with Hipolito Montero  Instagram: (add social links) ⏱ CHAPTERS 00:01 Initial gym fears and mindset introduction 08:13 Discovering health issues and lifestyle change 12:10 Starting exercise during COVID lockdown 15:47 Overcoming setbacks and mindset shift 19:30 Training for Hyrox and fitness goals 22:13 Balancing fitness and family legacy 26:22 Childhood exercise challenges and motivation 33:41 Current fitness routines and future plans 39:10 Long-term lifestyle change advice and reflection 44:18 Listening to your body and staying consistent 46:00 Gaining confidence and self-love through fitness Topics and Practices Mentioned • Hyrox training • Calisthenics • Walking for mental and physical health • Mindset coaching • Therapy and emotional healing • Lifestyle-based nutrition changes • Mobility and stretching  • Strength training • Parent-child fitness bonding • Consistency and habit building Referenced in discussion: • Sciatica recovery • COVID lockdown transformation • Body image struggles • Emotional eating • Gym anxiety • Moderation vs restriction • Self-confidence and self-worth If this episode resonated with you, share it with someone who feels like it’s too late to change their life. Sometimes all it takes is one honest conversation and one small step forward. Subscribe for more conversations where energy healing meets self-care, laughter, and real talk. 🔗 Work With Tenya  Metamorphosis Membership: Metamorphosis Membership  Book a Session: Book a Session  Website: Design Your Existence

    48 min
  2. Nervous System Regulation, Anxiety Relief, CES Therapy, and PTSD Healing

    May 14

    Nervous System Regulation, Anxiety Relief, CES Therapy, and PTSD Healing

    Send us Fan Mail Anxiety relief, nervous system regulation, cranial electrotherapy stimulation (CES), and PTSD healing are at the center of this eye-opening conversation with psychiatric nurse practitioner Tauna Young. If you’ve been stuck in survival mode and wondering why your body can’t relax, this episode explains how calming the nervous system may change everything. In this episode of The Metamorphosis Project Podcast, Tenya Eickenberg sits down with Tauna Young, FNP, to explore how chronic anxiety impacts the body, why emotional stress can show up as physical illness, and how cranial electrotherapy stimulation (CES) may help retrain the nervous system into a calmer state. They discuss: ✅ The connection between anxiety, trauma, and physical pain ✅ Why autoimmune conditions may be linked to chronic stress ✅ How the nervous system learns survival mode ✅ The difference between neurofeedback and CES therapy ✅ Why some people have never truly felt calm before ✅ How CES helps the brain enter a meditative resting state ✅ PTSD, emotional regulation, and feeling safe in the body ✅ How CES devices support children, adults, and overstimulated nervous systems ✅ Why nervous system healing creates ripple effects in every area of life ✅ Accessible mental health tools beyond medication alone If you’ve ever felt exhausted, emotionally overwhelmed, overstimulated, or trapped in fight-or-flight mode, this episode offers a hopeful and practical conversation about calming the nervous system and reclaiming peace. 🔗 Connect with Tauna Young Website: https://neurovanacalm.com/?srsltid=AfmBOooMatZNVV3EfpPCgAMW4i7COcfGf4SDJh7JYGADMuNn3W_stxHQ Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/tauna-young-/ 🎁 Special Offer for The Metamorphosis Project listeners:  Use code TENYA20 for a free prescription screening through Neurovana Calm. Modalities and Approaches Mentioned • Cranial Electrotherapy Stimulation (CES) • Nervous system regulation • Neurofeedback • PTSD support • Anxiety management • Emotional regulation • Vagus nerve support • Somatic healing concepts • Mind-body connection • Trauma-informed mental health care Referenced in discussion: • Autoimmune conditions • Adrenal fatigue • Postpartum depression • Chronic anxiety • Complex PTSD • Meditation and grounding practices If this episode resonated with you, share it with someone who feels stuck in survival mode and needs hope that healing and calm are possible. Subscribe for more conversations where energy healing meets self-care, laughter, and real talk. 🔗 Work With Tenya Website: https://designyourexistence.com/

    37 min
  3. He Left Fear-Based Religion and Found Himself Again

    May 12

    He Left Fear-Based Religion and Found Himself Again

    Send us Fan Mail Spiritual awakening, shadow work, sobriety, mindset shifts, and emotional healing come together in this powerful conversation with author and speaker Justin Shaw. If you’ve ever felt stuck in the same emotional loops, disconnected from yourself, or afraid to question your beliefs, this episode will expand your perspective. In this episode of The Metamorphosis Project Podcast, Tenya sits down with Justin to explore his journey from addiction and emotional suppression to spiritual awakening, conscious living, and writing his book Awaken the Sorcerer. Through humor, raw honesty, and relatable metaphors, they discuss how awareness, perspective, and curiosity can completely change the way we experience life. They discuss: ✅ Growing up emotionally neglected and using comedy as survival ✅ Addiction, sobriety, and rebuilding life from rock bottom ✅ Leaving fear-based belief systems and questioning old programming ✅ “Bliss attacks” and spiritual awakenings ✅ Why most people are living on “airplane mode” ✅ Shadow work and learning to work with your inner critic ✅ Comfort vs discomfort and why growth requires courage ✅ How media, fear, and negativity shape your subconscious ✅ The power of perspective and emotional awareness ✅ Living life like it’s your first day instead of your last If you’ve been searching for deeper meaning, emotional freedom, or a new way to look at your healing journey, this episode will leave you thinking differently about yourself and the world around you. 🔗 Connect with Justin Shaw Website: www.awakenthesourcerer.com  Book link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1MhZtKKrfTGUzXr3EGN0Fw2-avxRQWtGF/view?usp=sharing Topics and Concepts Mentioned Shadow workMeditation and mindfulnessSource energy and consciousnessEmotional awarenessAddiction recovery and sobrietySpiritual awakeningInner child healingPerspective shifts and manifestationMind-heart coherenceNervous system awarenessMedia consumption and subconscious programmingCuriosity as a healing tool If this episode resonated with you, share it with someone who may need a reminder that healing and transformation are possible, even after years of feeling stuck. Subscribe for more conversations where energy healing meets self-care, laughter, and real talk. 🔗 Work With Tenya Metamorphosis Membership: https://designyourexistence.com/memberships/ Book a Session: https://designyourexistence.com/schedule/ Website: https://designyourexistence.com/

    50 min
  4. From MS to Meaning: How She Rewrote Her Healing Story

    May 6

    From MS to Meaning: How She Rewrote Her Healing Story

    Send us Fan Mail Mindset shift, gratitude practice, emotional healing, multiple sclerosis recovery, subconscious reprogramming, nervous system regulation, and personal responsibility come together in this powerful conversation with Dayna Wylder. If you’ve ever felt stuck in victimhood or overwhelmed by your circumstances, this episode will shift how you see your life. In this episode of The Metamorphosis Project Podcast, Tenya Eickenberg sits down with Dayna Wylder to explore her journey through multiple sclerosis, emotional healing, and deep inner transformation. They talk about what happens when life forces you to slow down, how to reframe pain into purpose, and why healing starts with the relationship you have with yourself. We discuss: ✅ Dayna’s MS diagnosis and life-altering relapse ✅ How trauma, stress, and emotional patterns impact the body ✅ The “manager” part of the personality and survival patterns ✅ Why your body may speak when you don’t set boundaries ✅ Victimhood vs personal responsibility in healing ✅ The power of reframing your story in real time ✅ Gratitude as a foundational healing tool ✅ How thoughts influence your nervous system and biochemistry ✅ Letting go of perfectionism and control ✅ Creating safety within your body and the present moment If you’ve been waiting for something outside of you to change before you feel better, this episode will gently bring you back to your own power. 🔗 Connect with Dayna Wylder Website: https://energyovermatter.com Free monthly healing circle and services available through her site Bioresonance scans - www.energyovermatter.com/bio-scan Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/energy.over.matter/ Book: https://a.co/d/01pbtFuM ⏱ CHAPTERS 0:00 The Subconscious Truth Most People Miss 2:08 The “Root System” Metaphor That Explains Suffering 5:29 When Your Body Forces You to Slow Down 8:07 Trauma, Patterns, and Why You Stay Stuck 10:27 Your Body Is Speaking for You 14:22 When Illness Becomes a Gift 18:28 Victim vs Creator Mindset Shift 21:01 The Gratitude Shift That Changes Everything 25:09 Why Your Emotions Affect Healing 30:00 No One Can Do the Work for You Modalities and Approaches Mentioned • Meditation • Neuro-linguistic programming (NLP) • Parts therapy • Subconscious reprogramming • Gratitude practice • Nutrition and lifestyle healing • Energy healing • Sound healing Referenced in discussion: • Multiple sclerosis (MS) recovery journey • Emotional trauma and childhood patterns • Abusive relationships and healing cycles • Nervous system regulation • Mind-body connection If this episode resonated, share it with someone who needs a reminder that even in the darkest moments, there is meaning and possibility waiting to be found. Subscribe for more conversations where energy healing meets self-care, laughter, and real talk. 🔗 Work With Tenya  Metamorphosis Membership: https://designyourexistence.com/memberships/  Book a Session: https://designyourexistence.com/schedule/  Website: https://designyourexistence.com/ #MindsetShift  #EmotionalHealing  #GratitudePractice  #NervousSystemRegulation  #EnergyHealing  #SelfCare

    35 min
  5. He Was Given a 50% Chance to Live… So He Removed His Plan B

    May 6

    He Was Given a 50% Chance to Live… So He Removed His Plan B

    Send us Fan Mail Mindset, resilience, overcoming adversity, organ transplant survival, and mental toughness are at the center of this powerful conversation with Ty Gipson. If you’ve ever felt stuck, overwhelmed, or like life is happening to you, this episode will shift how you think. In this episode of The Metamorphosis Project Podcast, Tenya Eickenberg sits down with Ty Gipson to explore what it really means to take radical responsibility, push through impossible odds, and live with a no options mindset. We discuss: ✅ Facing a 50/50 chance of survival and choosing to fight anyway ✅ Living through dialysis, organ failure, and multiple transplants ✅ The mindset shift that changes everything ✅ What it really means to remove your “Plan B” ✅ The power of your thoughts, words, and focus ✅ How adversity prepares you for your next level ✅ Finding your why when life gets hard Ty shares that removing Plan B wasn’t about having everything figured out. It was a decision. Instead of giving himself an out, he chose to fully commit to the life he wanted, even when the outcome wasn’t guaranteed. When he was facing a 50/50 chance of survival, he didn’t sit in fear of failure. He chose the path that gave him a chance at a better life and committed to it fully. When he was on dialysis, he didn’t accept that as his identity. He stayed focused on getting through it. And when building a business during uncertain times, he and his wife didn’t create a backup plan. They decided it had to work and found a way forward. That’s the “no options” mindset. Not that life won’t challenge you, but instead of asking “what if this doesn’t work,” you start asking “how do I make this work?” If you’ve ever felt like giving up, this episode will remind you that there is something powerful waiting on the other side of what you’re going through. 🔗 Connect with Ty Gipson Website: https://tygipson.com Podcast: Ty Gipson No Options Mindset https://www.youtube.com/@TyGipson ⏱ CHAPTERS 0:00 50% Chance to Live 2:20 The “No Options” Wake-Up Call 6:00 Kidney Failure at 30 9:00 The Midnight Call That Changed Everything 9:45 Leaving Home Not Knowing If He’d Return 11:00 The 16-Hour Surgery That Saved His Life 15:00 His Wife Donated Her Kidney 16:45 Walking His Daughter Down the Aisle 17:30 The 3-Step Mindset That Got Him Through 22:00 What “No Plan B” Really Means Modalities and Approaches Mentioned • Mindset reframing • Personal responsibility • Emotional resilience • Positive focus and language awareness • Purpose-driven thinking Referenced in discussion: • Organ transplant journey • Dialysis experience • Personal adversity and transformation If this episode resonated, share it with someone who needs to hear that they are stronger than what they’re going through. Subscribe for more conversations where energy healing meets self-care, laughter, and real talk. 🔗 Work With Tenya Metamorphosis Membership: https://designyourexistence.com/memberships/ Book a Session: https://designyourexistence.com/schedule/ Website: https://designyourexistence.com/ #MindsetShift #Resilience #PersonalGrowth

    30 min
  6. Why Your Relationship Keeps Failing (And It’s Not What You Think)

    Apr 29

    Why Your Relationship Keeps Failing (And It’s Not What You Think)

    Send us Fan Mail Communication in relationships, emotional regulation, therapy insights, and relationship conflict resolution are at the center of this real, unfiltered conversation with Zulma Williams. If you’ve ever felt misunderstood, unheard, or stuck in the same arguments, this episode will hit home. In this episode of The Metamorphosis Project Podcast, Tenya Eickenberg sits down with Zulma Williams to talk about what really breaks relationships, why communication fails, and how taking responsibility for your healing changes everything. They keep it honest, a little funny, and very real. They discuss: ✅ Why communication, not compatibility, breaks most relationships ✅ The truth about “if they don’t know, I’m not telling them” ✅ Why discipline matters more than motivation in healing ✅ How childhood and past experiences shape adult behavior ✅ The difference between being heard vs. being helped ✅ Why therapy is about connection, not just credentials ✅ Letting go of control and taking radical responsibility If you’ve ever found yourself thinking “why do we keep having the same fight?” this episode will give you clarity and practical ways to shift it. 🔗 Connect with Zulma Williams Website: https://dragonflytherapyservices.net Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theswearingtherapist  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@theswearingtherapist  Linkedin:https://www.linkedin.com/in/zulma-williams-ab7609214/ ⏱ CHAPTERS 1:24 Meet Zulma, The Swearing Therapist 5:59 Why Authenticity Matters More Than Being “Professional” 7:36 Starting Over at 42 and Beating Cancer 12:26 You Either Click With Your Therapist or You Don’t 13:03 Why Therapy Success Depends on Connection 20:09 Why Most Relationships Actually Fail 21:02 You’re Not Being Heard, Here’s Why 30:01 Stop Expecting People to Read Your Mind 30:25 The “Do the Dishes” Communication Lesson 31:10 Why Men and Women Communicate Differently 28:39 The Real Reason Arguments Explode 27:23 Discipline vs Motivation in Healing 28:46 Why You Keep Avoiding Hard Conversations 45:44 “Do You Want to Be Heard or Helped?” 42:32 Why Your Partner Isn’t Your Therapist 46:52 The Missing Piece, Real Human Connection 44:42 Communication Fix That Changes Everything 47:39 If You Woke Up Today, Your Purpose Isn’t Done Modalities and Approaches Mentioned • Individual therapy • Emotional regulation • Communication tools • Trauma-informed care • Behavioral awareness • Radical responsibility • Nervous system awareness Referenced in discussion: • Cultural conditioning • Gender communication differences • Relationship dynamics • Therapy vs coaching perspectives If this episode resonated, share it with someone who needs to hear that communication can be learned and healing starts with honesty. Subscribe for more conversations where energy healing meets self-care, laughter, and real talk. 🔗 Work With Tenya Metamorphosis Membership: https://designyourexistence.com/memberships/ Book a Session: https://designyourexistence.com/schedule/ Website: https://designyourexistence.com/ #CommunicationInRelationships #EmotionalRegulation #SelfGrowth #RelationshipHealing

    45 min
  7. You’re Not Overwhelmed… You’re Overstimulated | AI, Fear & Taking Your Mind Back

    Apr 22

    You’re Not Overwhelmed… You’re Overstimulated | AI, Fear & Taking Your Mind Back

    Send us Fan Mail Conscious consumption, AI awareness, the nervous system regulation, and emotional regulation tools for daily life, together in this grounded and eye-opening conversation with Robin Harris. If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed by the noise of the world, this episode brings you back to center. In this episode of The Metamorphosis Project Podcast, Tenya Eickenberg sits down with Robin Harris to explore what it really means to be human in a rapidly evolving digital world, how fear is being amplified, and why self-regulation is no longer optional. They discuss: ✅ The impact of AI and misinformation on human perception ✅ Why conscious consumption matters more than ever ✅ Fear vs awareness and how society is conditioned ✅ The nervous system’s role in emotional reactions ✅ How repetition wires your brain into patterns ✅ Doom scrolling and subconscious imprinting ✅ Simple mindfulness and breathing practices that work ✅ Why hobbies, connection, and “soul time” are essential If you’ve been feeling overstimulated, stuck in cycles of fear, or disconnected from yourself, this episode will help you reset and take your power back. 🔗 Connect with Robin Harris Website: https://threehellos.com ⏱ CHAPTERS 2:10 Can You Trust What You’re Seeing Online? 3:07 AI Is Changing What It Means to Be Human 7:02 Is Manipulation Intentional? 11:00 Did We Learn Anything From 2020? 16:24 Why Chaos Feels Louder Than Ever 18:00 Doom Scrolling Is Rewiring Your Brain 21:02 Focus on Your Own Life (Not the Noise) 27:03 You’re Programming Your Brain Daily 30:07 The Simple Tool to Calm Your Nervous System Modalities and Approaches Mentioned • Hypnotherapy • Mindfulness practices • Nervous system regulation • Breathwork (box breathing, 3:6 breathing) • Conscious consumption • Self-regulation techniques • Personal growth practices Referenced in discussion: • Artificial Intelligence • Social media consumption • Neuroscience and repetition patterns • Law of Attraction (practical application) If this episode resonated, share it with someone who needs a reminder that peace is something you can create, not something you wait for. Subscribe for more conversations where energy healing meets self-care, laughter, and real talk. 🔗 Work With Tenya Metamorphosis Membership: https://designyourexistence.com/memberships/ Book a Session: https://designyourexistence.com/schedule/ Website: https://designyourexistence.com/ #Mindfulness #NervousSystemRegulation #SelfAwareness

    38 min
  8. Why I Walked Away From a Six-Figure Career!

    Apr 15

    Why I Walked Away From a Six-Figure Career!

    Send us Fan Mail Personal transformation, life purpose, and spiritual growth are at the center of this conversation with transformational coach Heather Stewart. In this episode of The Metamorphosis Project Podcast, we explore leaving corporate success, following intuition, and creating a thriving life. In this episode of The Metamorphosis Project Podcast, Tenya Eickenberg sits down with Heather Stewart to talk about leaving a successful corporate career, following intuitive nudges that changed the direction of her life, and how life challenges like a stroke helped her develop the Thriving Life Method. Heather shares how transformation often begins with noticing the subtle signs that something in your life is no longer aligned, and how learning to trust those signals can lead to a more fulfilling and authentic path. They discuss: ✅Why success on paper doesn’t always equal happiness ✅The moment Heather realized she had disconnected from life ✅Leaving a corporate career to follow intuition ✅Traveling to India and rediscovering purpose ✅How a stroke became a turning point for deeper alignment ✅The six areas of life in the Thriving Life Method ✅Why fulfillment requires a balance between health, relationships, purpose, and finances ✅How to follow the small “breadcrumbs” that guide transformation Letting go of other people’s expectations If you’ve ever questioned whether you’re truly living the life you’re meant to live, this conversation will help you see how transformation often begins with simply listening to yourself. Connect with Heather Stewart Book: Illuminate Your Worth: Stop Pretending You're Okay, Start Living Like You Mean It Podcast: Illuminate Your Worth Website: (insert website) Social media: (insert links) ⭐ Modalities and Topics Mentioned ⭐ Transformational coaching ⭐ Yoga and mindfulness ⭐ Personal development ⭐ Alignment and life purpose ⭐ Holistic wellbeing ⭐ Spiritual growth and intuition ⭐ Life transitions and reinvention ⏱ CHAPTERS 0:00 Transformation Starts With a Wake-Up Call 0:55 Meet Heather Stewart 4:30 Success on Paper, But Something Felt Wrong 6:00 Quitting Her Job, Divorce, and Leaving for India 8:10 The Red Light Moment That Changed Everything 12:40 Reinventing Her Life After Corporate 14:30 The Stroke That Sparked a Bigger Purpose 21:00 The Thriving Life Method Explained 29:30 Following the Breadcrumbs of Intuition 36:00 Stop Dimming Your Light and Live Fully Work With Tenya Metamorphosis Membership https://designyourexistence.com/memberships/ Book a Session https://designyourexistence.com/schedule/ Website https://designyourexistence.com/ If this episode resonated, share it with someone who is navigating change and needs a reminder that transformation is possible. Subscribe for more conversations where energy healing meets self-care, laughter, and real talk. #metamorphosisprojectpodcast #energyhealing #selfcare #healing #spirituality

    41 min
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Welcome to 'The Metamorphosis Project,' the podcast that delves into the transformative world of energy healing, self-care, and all things transformative. Join me as I explore the remarkable connections between mind, body, and spirit, unlocking practices and techniques that rejuvenate and uplift. Each episode invites you to discover the power within you to heal, find balance, and ignite your inner vitality. Tune in to 'The Metamorphosis Project' and embark on a journey towards holistic well-being and self-discovery.

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  • Creator
    Tenya Eickenberg
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    107
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 The Metamorphosis Project
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