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Recovering Out LoudObsessed with Control: Food Addiction, Body Image & The Recovery We Don’t Talk About With Natalia FomichenkoToday’s guest is Natalia Fomichenko, an ICF certified career and confidence coach based in London and the co-founder of La Visionnaire—a thriving community for ambitious international women. Before becoming a coach, Natalia built a powerhouse resume in consulting, earned her MBA from London Business School and Columbia University, and held leadership roles in fast-growing tech companies. But behind the scenes, she was silently struggling with an eating disorder that forced her to rethink everything she knew about success and self-worth. Now in recovery, Natalia helps high-achieving women redefine confidence and build lives on their own terms.In this...2025-06-1652 min
Inside and Beyond Podcast#31: Coaching and Spirituality - End of Season Reflections and GiftsIn this episode, I close the Season 1 of Inside and Beyond podcast. I reflect on the podcast journey so far, share about my personal projects, contemplate the ideas for the next season, and offer exciting Christmas gifts! Listen to the episode to find out more! Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nati_fomichenko/YouTube link: https://youtu.be/jatJ7IyZlFwKey Moments:00:00 - Intro00:26 - Big announcement01:58 - Expat coaching03:04 - Challenges in high-performance careers05:09 - My personal journey and Christmas present2023-12-1115 minInside and Beyond Podcast#30: Energy Psychology with Kamilla HarraIn this episode we discuss Psych-K or energy psychology as a healing modality for the mind, body, and spirit. We explore clairvoyance and intuition, changing limiting beliefs, non-physical consciousness, and the definition of God. Kamilla Harra is a soul embodiment coach and a channel healer. Books mentioned: Power vs. Force by David Hawkins. The Optimal Divine Re-alignment course. Watch this episode on YouTube. Key Moments: 00:00 - Intro 02:49 - Intersection of psychology and spirituality 07:38 - What is Psych-K 13:26 - Programming and limiting beliefs 20:37 - Channeling and intuition 2023-11-2744 minInside and Beyond Podcast#29: Dating Manual: Eastern Europe with Irena PolyakovaBy popular demand we did a deep-dive on the cultural differences between Eastern European women and Western men when it comes to dating. All you needed to know but was afraid to ask! Two Eastern European women, who are also life coaches, share about their personal and clients’ experiences so that you can navigate awkward topics and create truly fulfilling relationships. Irena Polyakova is a dating coach on a mission to transform the statistics on loneliness. Watch this episode on YouTube2023-11-1342 minInside and Beyond Podcast#28: Befriending Emotions with Gay HendricksIn this episode, we talk about ways to recognise, manage, and express emotions and feelings to improve relationships with yourself and others. We discuss how to overcome the fear of success (upper-limit problem) and destructive habits (such as eating disorders). We share practical tips on how to develop self-love and start living life from your zone of genius. Dr. Gay Hendricks is one of the major contributors to the fields of relationship transformation and bodymind therapies. He has written numerous books including Conscious Loving, At The Speed Of Life, The Big Leap, Five Wishes, and others. Dr. Hendricks received...2023-10-3044 minInside and Beyond Podcast#27: The Biology of Belief with Bruce LiptonIn this episode, we discuss how our long-term health and well-being is not determined by our genetics, but by our interpretation of the environment. Dr. Bruce Lipton, Ph.D., an internationally recognized cell biologist and best-selling author of "The Biology of Belief", explains what we can learn from experiments with cells, how we get programmed in our early childhood, and what we need to do to change our programming to live up to our fullest potential. Watch this episode on YouTube2023-10-1627 minInside and Beyond Podcast#26: Microdosing Mushrooms with Peggy Van de PlasscheIn this episode, we discuss the benefits of microdosing psilocybin (magic mushrooms) for professional and personal growth. Peggy Van de Plassche is a former executive and a Venture Capitalist and an alternative medicines advocate. Her book, The Microdose Diet - The 90 day plan for Success, will be published in 2024. Watch this episode in YouTube. Resources: The Microdose Diet Podcast, Peggy's YouTube Channel2023-10-0226 minInside and Beyond Podcast#25: The Meaning of Dreams with Megan MaryEver wondered what was the meaning of that dream of yours? Megan Mary, a dream interpreter, explains what our dreams can tell us about our feelings, relationships, and ourselves. Bonus tips on how to get rid of nightmares, improve dream recall and become a lucid dreamer! YouTube video link2023-09-1841 minInside and Beyond Podcast#24: The Art of Online Dating with Irena PolyakovaFinding a perfect date that develops into a lasting relationship is difficult in the digital age. While online dating apps are there to make it easier, it is not always the case. This episode discusses how to make the most out of online dating and maximise your chances of finding love. Irena Polyakova is a dating coach on a mission to transform the statistics on loneliness. YouTube video link2023-09-0446 minInside and Beyond Podcast#23: The Physics of Living in Flow with Sky Nelson-IsaacsHave you ever experienced a random coincidence that almost felt like destiny? In this episode we discuss the phenomenon of synchronicity and its implications to the nature of reality and meaning of life. Can synchronicity be explained by physics? What does it tell us about space and time? Past and future? What is a holographic Universe? Do our choices determine what happens to us? How to live in flow and why it is important? Listen to find out! Sky Nelson-Isaacs is a physicist, best-selling author, and a lifelong multi-instrumentalist and songwriter. His books, “Living in Flow” and “Leap to Wholen...2023-08-2147 minInside and Beyond Podcast#22: 5-MeO-DMT: How to Blow Your Mind with Joël BrierreEverything you wanted to know about 5-MeO-DMT: the nature of experience, potential for mental health, safety, origins, and the difference from other psychedelics. Joël Brierre is Founder & CEO of Kaivalya Kollectiv & Tandava Retreats in Mexico and creator of FIVE education platform. YouTube video link2023-08-0730 minInside and Beyond Podcast#21: Psilocybin for Mental Health with Justin TownsendIn this episode we discuss the benefits of psilocybin retreats for mental and physical health, the impact of psilocybin on the brain, and contemplate the nature of mystical experiences. Justin Townsend is a CEO and Head Facilitator at MycoMeditations, a psilocybin retreat in Jamaica. Books mentioned: The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel van der Kolk M.D.; No bad parts by Richard Schwartz Ph.D.; The Middle Passage by James Hollis (adaptive self concept). Watch the video of this episode on YouTube2023-07-2448 minInside and Beyond Podcast#20: Gut Brain Connection with Jenna HopeIn this episode we explore the gut-brain axis, binge eating disorders and stress eating, diets, impact of caffeine, vitamin D, and nutrition rules of thumb. Jenna Hope (IG: jennahopenutrition) is a registered nutritionist and a founder of Nutrition Consultancy and Clinic, Jenna Hope Nutrition. She works with individuals, brands, companies and the media to help them support health and wellbeing for the long-term. Watch the video of this episode on YouTube2023-07-1031 minInside and Beyond Podcast#19: Illuminating the Subconscious with Light with Tom GaleaTom Galea is a co-founder of Lumenate Growth - an app that promotes subconscious exploration and entering altered states of consciousness by using light. We discuss how it works, how it affects the brain compared to psychedelics, and why it is beneficial for mental health. Watch this episode on Youtube2023-06-2629 minInside and Beyond Podcast#18: Transformation games with Maria De LeonIn this episode, we discuss a transformational game as a psychological tool for real-life simulation. The Game aims to help with achieving life goals and and gaining awareness about the person you are. Maria de Leon (IG: @iammariadeleon) is a personal transformation coach, investor, and motivational speaker. Watch this episode on YouTube2023-06-1220 minInside and Beyond Podcast#17: Agile life and self-management with Katerina LengoldIn this episode we discuss what neuroscience and agile principles tell us about driving a sustainable change in life for long term success and fulfilment. Katerina's powerful and practical insights will help you transform procrastination and self-sabotage into personal productivity, creativity, and self-love to become the ultimate author of your life. Katerina is a former space tech entrepreneur turned brain researcher and mental health advocate. IG: @nati_fomichenko @katerinalengold Books: Agile Planner; Agile Life; More: https://neurointegration.org/ Watch this episode on YouTube2023-05-2950 minInside and Beyond Podcast#16: Men are from Mars, women are from Venus with John GrayDoctor John Gray is the author of the book "Men Are from Mars, Women Are from Venus" listed as one of the top 10 most influential books of the last quarter-century by USA Today. In this episode John shares the secrets on how to build and sustain lasting and loving relationships between men and women based on their brain and body chemistry. Watch this episode on YouTube2023-05-151h 11Inside and Beyond Podcast#15: Building your inner CEO with Rupal PatelRupal Patel is a former CIA agent, entrepreneur, international speaker, advisor, and bestselling author of "From CIA to CEO".We discuss how to build resilience and the right mindset for success in any avenue of life – be that war missions, entrepreneurship, health, or personal development. Find out how to embrace your inner weirdness and overcome limiting beliefs, emotional rollercoasters, self-pity, and negative mindset. Learn practical tools to become a person you want, easily incorporate exercise into your routine, and deal with perfectionism. Get inspired by Rupal’s example to unlock your full potential and never give up. Watch this epis...2023-05-0147 minInside and Beyond Podcast#14: Near-Death Experiences with Bruce GreysonBruce Greyson M.D. explains the nature of near-death experiences (NDEs) and their implications for the role of the brain, capabilities of the human mind, and existence of afterlife and divine power. Dr. Bruce is a Professor Emeritus of Psychiatry and Neurobehavioral Sciences at the University of Virginia, the author of "After: A Doctor Explores What Near-Death Experiences Reveal about Life and Beyond", and a co-author of "Irreducible Mind". Watch this episode on YouTube2023-04-1738 minInside and Beyond Podcast#13: Spirituality in the modern world with Hitendra WadhwaHitendra Wadhwa is a Professor at Columbia Business School and the author of “Inner Mastery, Outer Impact: How Your Five Core Energies Hold the Key to Success”. We discuss what it means to be spiritual in the modern business world, how to activate your inner core for creativity and success, the impact of Yogananda on Steve Jobs, kriya and sutra yoga, and much more!Watch this episode on YouTubeHitendra's article about Steve Jobs and Yogananda2023-04-0350 minInside and Beyond Podcast#12: Myths and facts about hypnotherapy with Olena GisysOlena Gisys (IG: olena.gisys) is a hypnotherapist practicing Rapid Transformational Therapy (RTT) hypnosis method founded by Marisa Peer. We discuss how hypnotherapy works and the challenges it helps solve such as feeling not good enough, low self-esteem, childhood traumas, and much more! Watch this episode on YouTube2023-03-2029 minInside and Beyond Podcast#11: Synchronicity and the power of coincidence with Chris MackeyChris Mackey is a clinical psychologist and the author of "The Positive Psychology of Synchronicity" book about intersection of the science of psychology and spiritual or mystical experiences. We discuss the nature of coincidences (synchronicities), their meaning and implications for anxiety, bipolar, and depression, the power of the mind, psychedelics, placebo effect, influencing genes and much more!Watch this episode on YouTubeUseful links:Chris's private practice, TV series Destination Happiness, Documentary How to Thrive, Chris's podcast, Psych Spiels and Silver Linings, The Coincidence Project2023-03-0650 minInside and Beyond Podcast#10: Quantum physics and consciousness with Tom Campbell - Part 3The last part of the conversation with Tom Campbell explores quantum entanglement, the concept of time, placebo effect, psychedelics, remote viewing, and much more.Thomas Campbell (Twitter @TomCampbell_MBT) is a physicist and the author of My Big TOE (Theory of Everything) which explains the life construct and purpose through consciousness as the primary source.Watch this episode on YouTubeUseful links: Tom's website, My Big Toe Book, Audio course for meditation with altering sound waves, Tom's ParkBooks mentioned in the show: The Power of Positive Thinking2023-02-201h 00Inside and Beyond Podcast#9: Quantum physics and consciousness with Tom Campbell - Part 2The second part of the conversation with Tom Campbell explores AI consciousness, what happens after death, reincarnation, meaning of life, virtual realities, dreams, out-of-body experience, intuition and meditation.Thomas Campbell (Twitter @TomCampbell_MBT) is a physicist and the author of My Big TOE (Theory of Everything) which explains the life construct and purpose through consciousness as the primary source.Watch this episode on YouTubeUseful links: Tom's website, My Big Toe Book2023-02-061h 00Inside and Beyond Podcast#8: Quantum physics and consciousness with Tom Campbell - Part 1Thomas Campbell (Twitter @TomCampbell_MBT), physicist and author of My Big TOE (Theory of Everything) explains the life construct and purpose through consciousness as the primary source. His theory unifies science and philosophy, physics and metaphysics, mind and matter, purpose and meaning, the normal and the paranormal. Part 1 of the conversation explores the nature of consciousness, evolution of life on Earth, and concepts of belief and free will.Watch this episode on YouTubeUseful links: Tom's website, My Big Toe Book2023-01-2351 minInside and Beyond Podcast#7: Biochemicals that drive happiness: what you need to know about the mind-body connectionDr. Anastasiia Kamenska (IG: akamenska) explains about the biochemicals such as dopamine, oxytocin, serotonin, and endorphin developed by a human body and associated with happy feelings. She suggests specific activities to help you boost their levels and change your habits so that you can take responsibility for your own happiness!Books mentioned: Charles Duhigg "The Power of Habit", Sonja Lyubomirski "The How Of Happiness" 2023-01-0927 minInside and Beyond Podcast#6: A conversation with a witch: what shamanism, psychology, and quantum physics can teach us about lifeBest-selling author, born into a family that have practiced the old witch-ways of Britain for millennia, Elen Sentier shares her wisdom about science and spirituality, shamanism, life and death, quantum physics, consciousness, and how to build a fulfilling life.Learn more about Ellen https://www.elensentier.com/Books referenced in the show: Ellen Sentier "Owl Woman", "Shaman Pathways - Elen of the Ways", Ursula Le Guin "A Wizard of Earhsea"2022-11-121h 02Inside and Beyond Podcast#5: Navigating relationships: mind games, trauma responses, and intuitionIn this episode, we discuss love triggers, relationship patterns, and how to become aware of what's playing in your head. My guest Keresse Thompson (IG: _keresse_), a clinical social worker, podcaster and psychic intuitive, talks about about narcissism, childhood traumas, tarot cards and spirituality.Keresse's podcast "Diary of an Empath"2022-10-151h 01Inside and Beyond Podcast#4: Breathwork and feminine embodiment practices to increase awareness and find your inner peaceLearn about free-diving and the effects of breathwork, as well as deeper feminine embodiment practices (including yoni eggs!) to develop higher awareness and better understanding of yourself. Nikki Jillian (IG: @nikkylila_) is a an apnea and breathwork trainer, free diver, and somatic healer.2022-09-1933 minInside and Beyond Podcast #3: Reiki therapy: what is it about, how it works, and how to become a practitionerIn this episode you will learn everything you need to know about Reiki which is a form of energy healing. Isis Carion (IG: @isis.spirit), a Reiki Master based in Mexico, will explain what Reiki is for, how it works, and how to become a practitioner. Do spirits exist? Can energy heal? What is the difference between spirituality and religion? Find out!2022-08-3034 minInside and Beyond Podcast#2: Intro about myself - Why have I started this podcast?This is a very personal episode to me but I felt it would be helpful to give you some context on what made me start this podcast. I am hoping to inspire you to see your personal challenges as an opportunity for growth and to expand your perspectives about life.2022-08-1431 min
Inside and Beyond Podcast#3: Reiki therapy: what is it for and how to become a practitioner, energies, spirits, and religion vs. spiritualityIn this episode you will learn everything you need to know about Reiki. Isis Carion (IG: @isis.spirit), a Reiki Mater based in Mexico, will explain what Reiki is for, how it works, and how to become a practitioner. Do spirits exist? Can energy heal? What is the difference between spirituality and religion? Find out!2022-02-1134 minInside and Beyond Podcast#3: Reiki therapy: what is it for and how to become a practitioner, energies, spirits, and religion vs. spiritualityIn this episode you will learn everything you need to know about Reiki. Isis Carion (IG: @isis.spirit), a Reiki Mater based in Mexico, will explain what Reiki is for, how it works, and how to become a practitioner. Do spirits exist? Can energy heal? What is the difference between spirituality and religion? Find out!2022-01-3034 minInside and Beyond Podcast#2: Breathwork and feminine embodiment practices to increase awareness and find your inner peaceLearn about free-diving and the effects of breathwork, as well as deeper feminine embodiment practices (including yoni eggs!) to develop a higher awareness and better understanding of yourself. Nikki Jillian (IG: @oceanikka_) is a professional apnea and breathwork trainer and feminine embodiment practitioner.2022-01-2833 minInside and Beyond Podcast#1: Spiritual ceremonies in Mexico - cacao, rapé, tantra, psychedelics, spirits and moreMarisa De Cesare (IG: @marisas_flow), a yoga and wellness coach in Sayulita, Mexico, talks about her spiritual journey, meditation ceremonies involving cacao, sacred tobacco (rapé), and psychedelics such as psilocybin and bufo alvarius (aka the "DMT toad"). She reveals what tantra is really about and how it can be incorporated into the daily life.2022-01-2325 min