The Conscious Action Podcast by Brian Berneman
Episodes
Embracing the Mystery of Life: From Loss to Awakening with Catia Batalha - Episode 230
03 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Brian Berneman sits down with psychotherapist, yoga teacher and author Catia Batalha for a heartfelt conversation about grief, awakening, embodied spi...
What To Do When Everything Is Changing - Episode 229
24 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Life is full of change, sometimes gradual, sometimes sudden, and it can leave us feeling unsettled, anxious or even stuck. In this episode Brian Berne...
Family Constellations: Healing Generational Patterns - Episode 228
09 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this powerful and heart-opening episode Brian Berneman explores the transformative world of Family Constellations, a therapeutic modality designed ...
Ancient Wisdom, Modern Science: Bridging Neuroscience and Spirituality - Episode 227
02 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Conscious Action Podcast, Brian Berneman explores the powerful intersection between ancient spiritual teachings and modern neur...
Lessons from Tibetan Buddhist Retreat Center - Episode 226
18 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Brian Berneman shares profound lessons from his time living at a Tibetan Buddhist retreat center. Far from being a religion, Brian app...
From Disconnection to Conscious Living - Episode 225
04 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this deeply personal episode, host Brian Berneman opens up about his own journey - from a life of disconnection, stress and anger to one of balance...
Reclaiming Your Power - Episode 224
21 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Brian Berneman explores what it truly means to reclaim your personal power — to stop giving it away to others, to fear or to circums...
Beyond Positive Thinking: Emotional Wellbeing - Episode 223
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode Brian Berneman explores the concept of positive thinking and its potential drawbacks.Key Takeaways:Toxic positivity, the pressure to m...
Embracing Vulnerability: Sharing Your True Self - Episode 222
02 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever held back from speaking your truth, afraid of being judged, misunderstood or rejected? We’ve all been there. But what if that fear is ...
Episode 221 - 2-Minute Meditation Practices for Busy Lives
19 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode Brian Berneman explores effective meditation practices for busy modern lifestyles, focusing on the power of brief, conscious moments.K...
Episode 220 with Holly Duckworth - Exploring the Wisdom of the Higher Self
12 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode Brian Berneman sits down with Dr. Holly Duckworth, a QHHT (Quantum Healing Hypnosis Technique) practitioner and author, to explore the...
Episode 219 - The Purple Unicorn of the Family: Breaking Lineage Patterns
29 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode Brian Berneman explores the concept of the purple unicorn' or 'black sheep' in families - individuals who break pattern...
Episode 218 - Healing Isn’t When the Pain Stops, It’s When the Patterns Do
08 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode Brian Berneman explores the concept of healing beyond the cessation of pain or suffering, and discuss the role of pain in personal gro...
Episode 217 with Masati - Exploring Human Potential and Consciousness
17 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode Brian Berneman and Masati explore insights on human potential, consciousness expansion, and transformational practices.Key Takeaways:M...
Episode 216 - Why Wait Until Rock Bottom?
27 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode Brian Berneman explores why many people wait until hitting rock bottom before making significant life changes, and discuss preventativ...
Episode 215 with Jacqui O'Connor - Caring for the carers
20 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode Brian Berneman chats with Jacqui O'Connor about her journey and her work with Heart Place Hospital to support healthcare workers ...
Episode 214 - Time & Presence: Slowing down
14 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode Brian Berneman explores the importance of slowing down in a fast-paced world and discuss methods for incorporating slowness into daily...
Episode 213 with Kate Kripke - Insights on Maternal Mental Health
29 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Brian Berneman and Kate Kripke discuss maternal mental health, conscious parenting, and strategies for mothers to navigate challenges and connect with...
Episode 212 - Should I focus on the future or the past?
15 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode Brian Berneman explore thes importance of focusing on the present moment in personal development while addressing past experiences and...
Episode 211 with Olivia Johnson-Lee - Reconnecting with your cycle
08 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode Brian Berneman talks with Olivia Johnson-Lee about reconnecting with our cycles and the power we have in aligning to natural cycles.Ol...
Episode 210 with Harrison Meagher - The power of presence & purpose
01 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode Brian Berneman and Harrison Meagher explore the power of presence, purpose, alignment in business and more.The power of presence:The d...
Episode 209 with Jenny Morgan - Communication with empathy & compassion
25 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode Brian Berneman and Jenny Morgan explore approaches to challenging conversations, emphasizing empathy and understanding diverse perspec...
Episode 208 - Are you choosing your life?
18 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode Brian explores the concept of personal choice and responsibility in self-development and life circumstances.Key Takeaways:Many people ...
Episode 207 - Trusting the right timing in your life
04 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Brian explores the importance of trusting life's timing and how to balance faith with action.Key Takeaways:Trust that experiences, knowledge, and...
Episode 206 - The most important person in the world
18 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode Brian Berneman talks about the importance of self-prioritization and its impact on personal growth and relationships.Key Takeaways:Sel...
Episode 205 with Christina Rinne - The healing power of your voice & sound
07 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode Brian Berneman talks with Christina Rinne about the healing power of the voice and sound. She describes her journey from becoming a s...
Episode 204 - Emotional Intelligence in Leadership: A Spiritual Perspective
24 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Importance of emotional intelligence in leadership:Brian Berneman discusses how emotional intelligence is a critical aspect of modern leadership, goin...
Episode 203 with Shaté Hayes - Following Your Path & Sharing Your Story
10 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode Brian Berneman talks with Shaté Hayes about following one's path.Shaté shares the story of her journey, starting as a professio...
Episode 202 with Michelle Hawk - Alchemy for Personal Transformation
26 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode Brian Berneman chats with Michelle Hawk about the power and journey of personal transformation.Michelle's Shamanic & Alchemic...
Episode 201 - Holistic Living: Nurturing Mind, Body & Spirit in Modern Life
19 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode Brian Berneman introduces the topic of holistic living - nurturing ourselves spiritually, cognitively, and in all aspects of our moder...
Episode 200 - Celebrate the Journey: Reflections on 200 Episodes of Conscious Living
12 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Celebrating 200 episodes of The Conscious Action Podcast:Brian Berneman emphasizes the importance of celebration for mental health, motivation, and cu...
Episode 199 with Kate Hall - Inspiring Action with Authenticity
05 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode Brian Berneman talks with Kate Hall (Ethically Kate) once again after being the first guest of the podcast.Key TakeawaysKate Hall (Eth...
Episode 198 - Integrating Holistic Practices into Healthcare: A Guide for Professionals
29 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode Brian Berneman explores the importance of integrating holistic practices into healthcare for professionals' wellbeing and improve...
Episode 197 with Fernanda Bertrand - Balancing the Material and Spiritual
22 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this insightful episode, Brian Berneman is joined by guest Fernanda Bertrand to explore the profound topic of balancing the material and spiritual ...
Episode 196 with Pam Buchanan - From Corporate to Consciousness
15 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode Brian Berneman talks with Pam Buchanan, founder of Quantum Sense about the importance of integrating the soul into our understanding o...
Episode 195 with Jana Stern - Navigating the Spiritual Landscape: An Authentic Dialogue
08 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this Episode Brian talks with guest Jana Stern about how to navigate the spiritual landscape in current times. Jana shares her personal journey, i...
Episode 194 with Russell Harvey - Cultivating Resilience for Life
01 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode Brian Berneman talks with Russell Harvey, The Resilience Coach.Russell's background and journey:Russell shares his background and...
Episode 193 - Unlearning to grow & transform
24 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode Brian explores the importance of unlearning in personal growth and transformation.Key Takeaways:Unlearning is crucial for breaking fre...
Episode 192 with Rosemary Gattuso - A Strengths-Based Approach for Growth
10 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode, Brian and Rosemary explore allowing changes in one's path as well as incorporating different perspectives to transform and grow....
Episode 191 with Robbie Fear - Aligning Mind & Body to Heal
03 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Robbie's personal journey:Robbie shares about her path into the healing and counseling space, including how the experience of helping her aunt pa...
Episode 190 - What other people think
27 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Caring about what others think:Brian explores why people care so much about what others think of them, explaining that this is a survival mechanism de...
Episode 189 - The antidote for stress
20 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Stress and the importance of presence:Brian Berneman discusses the topic of stress and how the antidote to stress is being present in the moment. He e...
Episode 188 with Chelsea Rappel - Addiction Recovery Journey with Somatic Healing
13 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Chelsea's background and journey:Chelsea shares her personal story, including growing up in a dysfunctional family, struggling with addiction and...
Episode 187 - Finding the right practice
06 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Importance of finding the right practices:Brian discusses the importance of finding the right experiences and practices that can support each moment i...
Episode 186 with Malti Bhojwani - Conscious Leadership through Personal Transformation
30 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode we talk with Malti Bhojwani, transformation facilitator, Coach & Author.Malti's personal transformation journey:Malti shares ...
Episode 185 with Nila Lleshaj - Blue Lotus uses and benefits
23 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode we talk with Nila Lleshaj, founder of Kiss The Earth, a wellness and beauty brand that embraces the power of Blue Lotus for both inner...
Episode 184 with Valeria Sumar - Reconnecting with your body's wisdom
16 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode we talk with Valeria Sumar, a Nutritionist and Dietitian specialized in Women’s Health, menstrual health educator, Womb massage prac...
Episode 183 - Benefits of Mindfulness in the Workplace
09 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Introduction to Mindfulness in the WorkplaceBrian shares his personal experience of bringing mindfulness practices into his work at a Buddhist retreat...
Episode 182 with Lainne Love - Healing and Creating changes
02 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode we talk with Lainne Love, a Spiritual Psychology Coach & Bestselling Author, Leading Edge Healer, Founder + CEO of A Bigger Missio...
Episode 181 with Stephanie Moyal - The power of Mushrooms
25 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode we talk with Stephanie Moyal, co-founder of Troop. They are on a mission to demystify mushrooms and make them approachable, and what b...
Episode 180 - Wellness and Healing as a Quick Fix
18 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode Brian explores the idea that Healing and wellbeing is a process and not a quick fix.Holistic healing is a process, not a quick fix:Bri...
Episode 179 with Mary McMonagle - True Vibe & Energetic Alignment
11 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode we talk with Mary McGonagle, an intuitive healer and feminine energy coach with a passion for guiding high-achieving women toward brea...
Episode 178 with Molly Claire - Holistic Life Coaching
04 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode we talk with Molly Claire, founder of The Masterful Coach Collective, author of the best-selling book, The Happy Mom Mindset, host of ...
Episode 177 with Carly Jean Puch - Mindful & Compassionate Living
21 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode we talk with Carly Jean Puch, host of the Consciously Clueless podcast, which assists listeners in discovering the connection between ...
Episode 176 - You have the power to change
14 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode Brian explores the idea that we all can change at any moment.How can you allow yourself to embrace changes? How can you rewrite your s...
Episode 175 with Jennifer Mulholland & Jeff Shuck - Conscious Leadership & Leading with Light
07 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode we talk with Jennifer Mulholland & Jeff Shuck, leadership development strategists and executive coaches, and founders of Plenty Co...
Episode 174 with Dan Millman - The Way of the Peaceful Warrior
30 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode we talk with Dan Millman, a former world champion athlete, Stanford University gymnastics coach, martial arts instructor and Oberlin C...
Episode 173 - Compassion is a superpower
23 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode Brian explores the importance of developing compassion in our lives, practicing it and how compassion can change the world.How can you...
Episode 172 with Tom Paladino - Holistic Healing with Scalar Energy
16 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode we talk with Tom Paladino, Founder of Scalar Light, a scalar energy researcher & pioneer in the field of energy healing. With over...
Episode 171 with Kiki Grace - Embodied Healing Processes & Integration
09 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode we talk with Kiki Grace, a Relationship Coach and Psychedelic Facilitator who coaches her clients to embody exactly who they want to b...
Episode 170 with Scott Shute - Changing work from the inside out
26 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode we talk with Scott Shute, founder of Changing Work, author and former LinkedIn executive. Scott is at the intersection of the workplac...
Episode 169 with Sherry Shaban - Empowering your deepest transformation
19 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode we talk with Sherry Shaban, an extraordinary fitness and life coach who’s battled back from the brink of paralysis to transform not ...
Episode 168 - Developing a relationship with yourself
12 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode Brian explores the importance of spending time by ourselves - fully with yourself, without escaping your inner experience.How can you ...
Episode 167 with Christine Zeschniok - Awaken your audience & Activate your conscious business
05 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode we talk with Christine Zeschniok, a Business Coach for conscious leaders and founder of The Activated Woman. Her focus lies in helping...
Episode 166 - The power of surrendering
27 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode Brian explores what surrendering means, how we experience it, letting go of what no longer serves and how can we allow things to come....
Episode 165 with Zac Parish - Mindfulness in the Workplace, Awareness & Buddhist Philosophy
20 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join host Brian Berneman as he delves into the journey of self-discovery and inner peace with guest Zac Parish.In this episode:🧘♂️ Zac'...
Episode 164 - Your unique journey to wellbeing
13 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode Brian explores how we are all unique and so we have to go through our own individual journey of wellbeing.How are you allowing your pa...
Episode 163 with Eric Balance - Journey of the Conscious Entrepreneur
30 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode we talk with Eric Balance, conscious creator, host of 'The Resilient Minds Podcast, founder and visionary.We explore conscious en...
Episode 162 - Embracing changes in your life
09 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode Brian explores how we can better navigate an embrace the changes that take place in our lives.Change is inevitable and is always takin...
Episode 161 with Lindsey Coffey - Elevating Earth with Conscious Consumerism
19 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode we talk with Lindsey Coffey, a fashion model, environmental activist, and in 2020, became the first and only U.S. representative to wi...
Episode 160 with Terry Kim - Awakening of the spiritual entrepreneur
05 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode we talk with Terry Kim, a visionary leader, tech entrepreneur, and spiritual seeker, combining his entrepreneurial drive with his deep...
Episode 159 with Jeannette Cieszykowski - Feng Shui your space to your advantage
28 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode we talk with Jeannette Cieszykowski, a Landscape Architect and personal development junkie turned Feng Shui consultant. Trained in cla...
Episode 158 with Dr. Noah St. John - Giving yourself permission to succeed
21 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode we talk with Dr. Noah St. John, keynote speaker and best-selling author who's famous for inventing Afformations and helping busy ...
Episode 157 with Tom Blue Wolf - Stories of connection to Earth & Remembering
14 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode we talk with Tom Blue Wolf, an Elder of the Star Clan of the Eufaula Band of the Anicoosa Tribe among the Muscogee Nation.He is the Fo...
Episode 156 - Separation is an illusion & oneness
31 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode Brian explores how we can hold the perspective of oneness and uniqueness at the same time.We experience that we are separate, yet that...
Episode 155 - Cultivating compassion & unity in divise times
17 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode Brian explores the importance of cultivating empathy, compassion and unity in divise time. We live in a polarizing world with lots of...
Episode 154 - Inner development as climate action
03 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode Brian explores how focusing on your personal development, inner transformation and healing journey is a form of climate action.The awa...
Episode 153 with Brendon Watt - Addiction, sobriety & choosing change
26 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode we talk with Brendon Watt, speaker, best-selling author, and facilitator for Access Consciousness. Brendon specializes in helping othe...
Episode 152 - Mental health & holistic wellbeing
19 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode Brian explores the important topic of mental health and wellbeing in our society and its complexities. How do you respond to life?Do y...
Episode 151 - How do you create change
12 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode Brian explores how do we approach creating change - what is the motivation behind it, and the level of awareness.How can you bring abo...
Episode 150 with Amrit Sandhu - Leaping forward & Inspired Evolution
05 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode we talk with Amrit Sandhu, a speaker, podcast host and founder of the Inspired Evolution. Certified by Eckhart Tolle's School of ...
Episode 149 with Ash Riley - Ethics & approach in business & coaching
29 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode we talk with Ash Riley, a trained journalist and business consultant with nearly two decades of experience across advertising, retail,...
Episode 148 - Death, dying & precious human life
15 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode Brian explores the idea of bringing more awareness to one of life's most important aspects - death and impermanence.How do you re...
Episode 147 with Neale Donald Walsch - Pure love, life & conversations with god
01 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode we talk with Neale Donald Walsch, author of 39 books on contemporary spirituality and its practical application in everyday life, incl...
Episode 146 with Jim Gale - Freedom & Food Forest Abundance
25 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode we talk with Jim Gale, the extraordinary mind behind Food Forest Abundance and a true force of nature. As a international permaculture...
Episode 145 with Bridget Williams - Creativity & Sustainable Development Goals
18 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode we talk with Bridget Williams, founder of Bead and Proceed, a social enterprise which inspires thousands to harness the power of creat...
Episode 144 - How to find inspiration for life
11 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode Brian explores the idea of finding inspiration from other and from within. When being inspired by others, do we want to be like them? ...
Episode 143 with Dr John Demartini - Become a master of your life and destiny
04 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode we talk with Dr John Demartini, Human Behavior Expert, Polymath and Internationally Published Author. His mission and vision is to sha...
Episode 142 - Plastic Free July Challenge
27 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode Brian shares about the Plastic Free July movement, aligning our actions with our values, keeping all the rubbish in a jar, inspiring...
Episode 141 with David Richman - The middle, journeys & cycles of lives
13 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode we talk with David Richman, an author, public speaker, and endurance athlete whose mission is to form more meaningful human connection...
Episode 140 with Olivier Mankondo - Transforming health with plant based food
06 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode we talk with Olivier Mankondo, a speaker, author, weight loss and wellness coach with a passion to help people achieve optimal heath. ...
Episode 139 - Finding your purpose in life
30 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode Brian explores the idea of finding our purpose - why do we feel we need to know it, is there one specific purpose for us, how do we wa...
Episode 138 with Peter Benson - Healing, awakening & tensor technology
23 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode we talk with Peter Benson, who was a typical "mechanic and technician" when he experienced a significant awakening that open...
Episode 137 with Santiago Lopez Guiñazu - Finding the job that fits your life
16 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode we talk with Santiago Lopez Guiñazu, founder and CEO of Pitcheers, aiming to change how the recruitment industry works and to connect...
Episode 136 - Change of your internalised systems
09 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode Brian explores how to change the way we approach change - are we doing it from the old paradigm that we are trying to change, or can w...
Episode 135 with Viviane Chauvet - Arcturian energy healing & alignment
02 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode we talk with Viviane Chauvet, an Advanced Arcturian Hybrid Avatar, published author, international public speaker, creator of the Arct...
Episode 134 - Join the Fashion Revolution Movement
25 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode Brian explores some of the reasons why we need a fashion revolution.The importance of raising more awareness abut the clothes that we ...
Episode 133 with Harrison Meagher - Love, inner child, integration & balance
18 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode we talk with Harrison Meagher, a Spiritual Love Coach and host of The Cosmic Love Antenna, he is light, and shadow integrated and pers...
Episode 132 with Addison Ames - Awakening, soul work and change
11 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode we talk with Addison Ames, an awakened teacher, speaker, thought leader, and writer who has gone through transformational change and t...
Episode 131 with Victoria Harris - Money, investing & women empowerment
04 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode we talk with Victoria Harris, a 30-something Kiwi with over 13 years in the investment and finance industry. She has worked as a Portf...