Mind-Body Mentor
Mind-Body Mentor is hosted by Steven Jaggers and explores the inner and outer workings of experts in mental and physical health. Each episode features deep conversations with masters in the realms of mind and body. Listeners are offered actionable practices that combine ancient wisdom with modern technology. The show aims to help people develop greater awareness, resilience, and well-being.
Episodes
Integrating From a Powerful Experience
In this episode of Mind Body Mentor, co-hosts Adam Carbary and Steven Jaggers explore the true nature of integration following powerful transformational experiences. Moving beyond the initial high of epiphanies, the hosts differentiate between internal processing—reconnecting with fragmented parts of the self through body-based modalities—and external application through daily real-world practice.
Why Breathwork - Co-regulation Series
In this episode of Mind Body Mentor, host Adam Carbary joins Steven to explore the foundational origins and transformative power of Somatic Breathwork. Steven shares his journey from manual bodywork and cranial sacral therapy to discovering breath as the ultimate bridge between mind and body. The conversation breaks down how breath acts as a toggle switch for nervous system regulation, balancing h
Holding Space - Co-regulation Series
In this episode of the Mind Body Mentor podcast, hosts Stephen Jaggers and Adam Carberry explore holding space, a foundational meta-skill in their Co-regulation series. Moving past the diluted modern use of the phrase, Stephen breaks down holding space into personal alignment, attunement to subtle cues, and cultivating a welcoming presence free of personal agendas. Through personal stories about f
Attunement - Co-regulation Series
Want to join the Co-Regulation course? Click HERE to join us on Sept. 8th.What if true understanding requires more than just listening to someone's words—what if it requires feeling their experience in your own body?In this third episode of our Co-Regulation series, Steven and Adam explore the foundational meta skill of Attunement - the ability to move beyond merely being "seen and heard
Alignment - Co-Regulation Series
Want to join the Co-Regulation course? Click HERE to join us on Sept. 8th.Have you ever wondered if the life you're living is truly your own?In this episode of the Co-Regulation series, Adam and Stephen explore the meta skill of alignment and why it forms the foundation of every healthy relationship, including the one you have with yourself. They discuss how suppressed emotions, nervous syste
What is Co Regulation? - Co-Regulation Series
Want to join the Co-Regulation course? Click HERE to join us on Sept. 8th.What if the key to healing isn't learning how to regulate yourself alone, but learning how to regulate with others?In this first episode of our Co-Regulation series, we explore why human connection is one of the most powerful forces for emotional well-being and personal growth. We break down what co-regulation really me
Conflict Avoidance
Conflict is often seen as something to avoid, but what if it's actually an invitation to deeper connection? In this episode of Mind Body Mentor, Adam and Stephen explore the hidden costs of conflict avoidance, people-pleasing, and emotional suppression. They discuss why avoiding difficult conversations often leads to resentment, disconnection, and a loss of self-awareness. The conversation di
Addicted to Productivity
In this episode, we dive into the hidden addiction that so many of us struggle with - the addiction to productivity. I explore how constant doing, grinding, and chasing output can disconnect us from ourselves, our creativity, and what truly matters. We talk about anxiety, burnout, AI, creativity, nervous system regulation, and the deeper emotional needs hiding underneath our obsession with being p
Compassion Fatigue
In this episode, we dive into the deeper truth behind what’s commonly called “compassion fatigue.” Is it really burnout… or is it something else entirely? Stephen explores the difference between genuine care and caretaking, how unresolved childhood patterns shape the way we show up for others, and why trying to fix people can actually collapse their ability to heal. Through personal stories, emoti
Steven's Story & The Creation of Soma+IQ
This episode features a deep dive into the life of Steven, the founder of Somatic Breathwork, exploring his journey from a childhood shaped by family addiction to the creation of a global healing movement. Steven and Adam discuss the transition from "correcting" others to "connecting" with them, the biological intelligence of trauma, and why human "Soma IQ" is more vi
What is Trauma? Healing the Past, Transforming the Future
In this episode, we explore what trauma really is and how it shapes our lives in ways we often don’t realize. Moving beyond the idea that trauma is simply what happens to us, this conversation dives into how trauma lives in the body as an unprocessed response. We unpack how past experiences influence present behavior, relationships, and decision-making, often operating beneath awareness. The discu
Our Desire to be Seen
In this episode, Steven Jaggers and Adam Carbary explore the paradox of wanting to be seen while simultaneously fearing judgment and rejection. Steven breaks down the difference between truly belonging and simply fitting in, and how vulnerability is the gateway to real connection. Through personal insights and honest reflections, they unpack the cost of hiding parts of ourselves and the courage it
Learning to Live Somatically
In this episode, Steven Jaggers and Adam Carbary explore what it truly means to live somatically and why modern life has pulled people away from their body, emotions, and inner truth. Steven breaks down the tension between constantly trying to become something versus learning to simply be who you already are. Together, they unpack a powerful framework of the head, heart, and body, and how each sha
The Perfectionism Trap
In this episode, Adam sits down with Steven to unpack the hidden cost of perfectionism and how it quietly holds us back from growth, creativity, and self-expression. They explore how perfectionism often stems from fear, external validation, and early conditioning, and why it can lead to procrastination, overwhelm, and missed opportunities.Steven shares powerful insights on shifting from perfection
Overcoming Imposter Syndrome
In this episode, we dive into the truth behind imposter syndrome and why it shows up most when you’re stepping into growth. I share how being a beginner is not a weakness but the only path to real confidence, and how pretending to be something you’re not drains your energy and disconnects you from others. We also explore the pressure of perfectionism, the illusion of “being ready,” and why authent
Why Success Feels Like a Threat
I dive into why success can actually feel threatening when your nervous system isn’t regulated. We explore how self-sabotage, fear, and old emotional patterns can surface right when things start going well. I unpack the connection between success, identity, and the body, and how redefining success on your own terms changes everything. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck right when y
The Truth About Finding Your Purpose
Many people feel lost because they are searching for purpose in all the wrong places. The real blockage rarely involves confusion, but the emotional resistance that keeps us from hearing our own internal direction.This episode challenges the cultural myth that purpose is something you think your way into. From psychology to somatic science, the evidence is clear: clarity comes when your body is re
Never Waste a Trigger
You’re not “too sensitive.”Your nervous system is overloaded and the holidays expose it.Most people think triggers mean weakness or immaturity.In reality, triggers reveal exactly where freedom ends and autopilot begins. Viktor Frankl proved this under far harsher conditions than family dinner tables.•••In this conversation, you’ll learn:Why triggers only show up in relationships and never in isola
The Dark Side of Self-Reliance
We’re told self reliance is strength, but for many of us it quietly becomes a prison.Steven Jaggers and guest Rachel Bell reveal what happens when hyper independence stops being empowering and starts being the very thing that keeps us disconnected, exhausted, and alone.The self help world teaches us to “fix ourselves first,” but as you’ll hear in this episode, that belief can become a trap.What lo
It's Not Social Anxiety, It's The Mask You Wear
Most people think they have “social anxiety.”What they really have is a lifetime of masks they’re terrified to take off.We’re taught to curate ourselves. To filter, to hide, to project the “acceptable” version. But every mask you wear steals energy, disconnects you from your body, and separates you from real connection. This conversation exposes the lie… and shows the path back to who you actually
Why Boundaries Keep Failing You
The reason your boundaries keep breaking isn’t because people don’t respect you, it’s because you’re out of alignment with yourself.When you’re disconnected inside, you spend all your energy defending instead of becoming.•••Most of us think boundaries are walls. They’re not. They’re reflections of our internal congruence.As Viktor Frankl taught in Man’s Search for Meaning, freedom lives in the spa
Your Regulation Creates Transformation
You can’t help anyone until you regulate yourself.Most practitioners burn out trying to fix others, but the nervous system doesn’t lie. The truth? Transformation happens through you, not because of you.•••When your presence is grounded, it gives others permission to integrate their own. This episode exposes the myth of "helping" and reframes healing as co-regulation, embodiment, and self
Alignment Changes Everything
Soma+IQ founder Steven Jaggers and Adam Carbary break down what it really means to live in alignment, not as a goal but as an embodied process. They dismantle the myth that clarity comes from logic or strategy, revealing how the body itself is your most reliable compass.You’ll Learn• Why pain and resistance are your body’s feedback, not punishment.• How to tell if life is redirecting you or if you
The Antidote for Anxiety
What if your anxiety isn’t the problem, but your resistance to it is? That tightening in your chest, that racing thought spiral, it’s not a malfunction. It’s your truth, trying to break through the noise.Most people fight their anxiety. But what if it’s actually your most intelligent signal, the body’s way of saying something in your life is out of alignment? In this episode, you’ll learn how to d
How Obligation Ends Relationships
You think the problem is your partner. But the truth is, the relationship is the mirror forcing you to face the unfinished parts of yourself. We have been sold the lie that love completes us. In reality, that belief is what traps us in resentment, cycles of chaos, and self-betrayal. As Terry Real says, your partner is the one who sticks the burning spear in your eye because that is where the work
Why We Repeat Patterns in Relationships
It’s not because you’re broken. It’s because your biology and nervous system are wired to repeat unfinished stories. Freud called it repetition compulsion. Peter Levine called it reenactment. Either way: you don’t escape the loop until you complete it. ••• In this episode you’ll learn: Why your body is a “balancing machine” always chasing homeostasis.How unprocessed emotions hijack your cl
The Hidden Intelligence of Loneliness
A recent discussion on the Soma+IQ podcast, hosted by Adam Carbary with founder Steven Jaggers, surfaces a central idea: healing is less about self-improvement and more about repairing the bonds that tether us to our bodies, our communities, and one another.Consider the cultural backdrop. Many of us cannot name our neighbors. Our social interactions unfold more on screens than across kitch
How To Stop People Pleasing
You can have the job, the house, the relationship—the markers of success—and still feel like something vital is missing. The mirror smiles back, the world applauds your progress, yet inside the quiet question lingers: Why don’t I feel like myself?This episode dives into that contradiction. How we inherit scripts of “shoulds” from childhood. How people-pleasing and performance drain the nervous sys
How Being "Selfish" Can Help You & Others
"Selfishness" for many of us, is a word that was first used as a weapon. Maybe a parent called you selfish because you didn’t do what they wanted. Maybe a partner or a friend said it when you finally started setting boundaries. But here’s the truth: selfishness is not greed. Nature itself is selfish. A tree doesn’t apologize for pulling water and nutrients for itself. It grows taller, st
The Epidemic No One Talks About
Over the past decade, I’ve studied everything from bodywork and functional movement to coaching and trauma therapy. I’ve explored these fields to improve myself, help others perform better, and deepen my understanding of what it truly means to be human. Every path, every conversation, every moment of reflection has led me back to the same answer: It’s all about connection. When we peel bac
The Meta Skill of Holding Space (#3)
In this episode of the Somatic Communication Series, we explore the art of Holding Space—the ability to create a safe and supportive environment where others feel seen, heard, and understood.We’ll dive into how agendas, the need to fix, and unconscious judgments can block our ability to hold space, and how these patterns affect the depth of our relationships. I’ll share how holding space is about
The Meta-Skill Of Attunement (#2)
In this episode of the Somatic Communication Series, I dive into Attunement, the ability to deeply feel and empathize with another person's emotions without losing yourself.We'll discuss how past trauma, triggers, and distractions can block attunement, and how emotional walls affect our relationships.And I explain how attunement goes beyond just listening—it’s about being truly present,
The Meta-Skill Of Alignment (#1)
In this episode of the Somatic Communication Series, I discuss Alignment, one of the most essential yet challenging meta-skills for living authentically.We'll cover what it means to be truly in tune with yourself, how alignment impacts your relationships, and why it’s the foundation for clear communication and self-trust.Whether you’re struggling with people-pleasing, fear of judgment, or fee
Nervous System Communication
I'm kicking off our Somatic Communication Series with an emphasis on the power of somatic communication.We'll cover the concept of "AHA" moments—those enlightening realizations that spark a deeper connection with ourselves and others.The inner experience of someone having an "AHA" moment can be described as a "felt realization" or a "somatic awakening.&
Navigating The Trauma of Technology with Eric Godsey
In this episode of the Mind Body Mentor Podcast, Steven Jaggers sits down with Eric Godsey, writer, podcaster, and masterful explorer of the psyche, to unpack the impact of living in a digital world on our mental, emotional, and somatic health.Together, they delve into the hidden costs of constant connectivity, the numbing effects of overstimulation, and the collective disconnection from o
Brent Pella - Comedy as a Healing Modality
Brent Pella joins Steven Jaggers to discuss his journey as a human, what led him into comedy and what we can expect to hear about in Conscious Bro, his upcoming YouTube Comedy Special.Brent's journey to becoming a comedian tells a story of transformation, resilience, and the power of humor to address life's issues. Born and raised in Davis, California, Pella's early years we
My Journey So Far
In the intricate tapestry of life, each thread weaves a unique narrative, often interwoven with trials, tribulations, and profound moments of revelation. Steven Jaggers, a luminary in the realm of healing modalities, embarks on a journey that transcends the ordinary, delving deep into the recesses of human experience to illuminate pathways of holistic well-being.Visit our Homepage: https://somatic
Dr Christian Gonzalez - From Oncology Doc to Emotional Release Practitioner
During this episode of the Mind Body Mentor Podcast, Steven Jaggers invites Dr. Christian Gonzalez (Dr. G) to share his thoughts on spirituality, alignment, the mind body connection and how to be alive. Dr. Christian Gonzalez, widely known as Dr. G in the world of Instagram, is a renowned figure in the field of naturopathy medicine. Dr. G's journey into this realm began unexpectedly d
Aaron Doughty - How To Raise Your Vibration & Become Magnetic
Connect with Aaron: https://www.youtube.com/@AaronDoughty44Connect with Steven:https://www.instagram.com/jaggersjr/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEY5WCaByhBdm6qe4R8y-wAUPCOMING SomatIQ Trainings https://somaticbreathwork.com AFFILIATES:After DISCOVERING the healing powers of superfoods, Organifi developed a unique formulation technique and now the world's most exotic, powerful supe
Bottom up vs. Top down
Connect with Steven:https://www.instagram.com/jaggersjr/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEY5WCaByhBdm6qe4R8y-wAUPCOMING Breathwork Trainings https://somaticbreathwork.com AFFILIATES:After DISCOVERING the healing powers of superfoods, Organifi developed a unique formulation technique and now the world's most exotic, powerful superfoods are being blended in a way that is delicious, convenient,
Elizabeth Kristof & Dr. Matt Bush: Neuro-Somatic Intelligence
Connect with Elisabeth & Dr Matt BushEmail: elisabeth@brainbased-wellness.comWebsite: neurosomaticintelligence.comConnect with Steven:https://www.instagram.com/jaggersjr/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEY5WCaByhBdm6qe4R8y-wAUPCOMING Breathwork Trainings https://somaticbreath.work/trainings Schedule an interactive Q&A https://somaticbreath.work/chatAFFILIATES:After DISCOVERING th
Erick Godsey - Playing the Infinite and Finite Games of Life
Connect with Erick:https://www.erickgodsey.com/Connect with Steven:https://www.somaticbreathwork.com/https://www.instagram.com/jaggersjr/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEY5WCaByhBdm6qe4R8y-wAAFFILIATES:After DISCOVERING the healing powers of superfoods, Organifi developed a unique formulation technique and now the world's most exotic, powerful superfoods are being blended in a way t
Aaron Alexander - Aligning Yourself and Your Environment
Connect with Aaron:https://www.Alignpodcast.com/communityhttps://www.instagram.com/alignpodcast/Connect with Steven:https://www.somaticbreathwork.com/https://www.instagram.com/jaggersjr/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEY5WCaByhBdm6qe4R8y-wAAFFILIATES:After DISCOVERING the healing powers of superfoods, Organifi developed a unique formulation technique and now the world's most exotic,
Victor Oddo: Never Take Council From Fear (a Youtube Journey)
Connect with Victor: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjerQpCYV_kL-IbQZNVHVPQConnect with me @Jaggersjr LINKS & RESOURCES After DISCOVERING the healing powers of superfoods, Organifi developed a unique formulation technique and now the world's most exotic, powerful superfoods are being blended in a way that is delicious, convenient, and easily accessible. Check them out https://ww
The Soma & The Psyche
somaticbreathwork.comConnect with me @Jaggersjr LINKS & RESOURCES After DISCOVERING the healing powers of superfoods, Organifi developed a unique formulation technique and now the world's most exotic, powerful superfoods are being blended in a way that is delicious, convenient, and easily accessible. Check them out https://www.organifishop.com/?medium=social%2Bcollective&source=collec
Caitlyn Howe - The Poet Queen
Caitlyn Howe is transformational coach, writer and healing facilitator for @fit.for.service. We had a deep discussion about her recent experience at the Somatic Release Breathwork practitioner training and her current integration following it. We got into why she has decided to embody the term "poet queen" and her offerings as a female coach inside of Fit For Service. Connect wit
Steven Jaggers on The Xpand Mindfulness Program with Zerin Beattie
This is a repost from my conversation with Zerin Beattie. What a powerful conversation we had as Zerin pulled out some of my most vulnerable shares to date. You will probably hear a lot about myself that you haven't heard before.Link: courses.xpandyourself.com20% OFF Discount Code "MINDBODYMENTOR"Somaticreleasebreathwork.comConnect with ME: Instagram | https://bit.ly/3mO4D0
Elisabeth Kristof: Applied Neurology, Somatics and Subconscious Rewiring
Today’s guest is Elisabeth Kristof https://www.instagram.com/elkristof/Elisabeth is an expert in using applied neurology to move people out of pain, unwanted behavior and stress response. She is the founder of Brain-Based Wellness, an online platform that trains the nervous system and body to resolve old patterns, improve performance and increase well-being. Elisabeth is a certified applie
Vinny Crispino(Pain Academy): Pain Is Our Greatest Teacher
Today’s guest is Vinny Crispino, founder of Pain Academy. Pain is just your bodies way of trying to get your attention. Pain is not about fixing a problem, it’s about consistently paying attention and having awareness of how your body is working as a unit. Motions and emotions are connected. We dive deep into not only physical pain but how emotional pain and movement are deeply connected.
Rick William: The Somatic Experience is our Birthright
Rick William is a incredible Trauma-Informed, Passion and Purpose coach with an absolute bank of wisdom. We delved into so many important concepts that are being navigated in the life coaching and mental health sphere. "The Somatic Experience is our birthright" is a hell of a concept but makes so much sense... sensation that is :)Connect with Rick: Links: www.Instagram.com/Iamric
Josh Trent: The Vision Quest
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How to Effectively "Hold Space"
This term often makes me cringe. But it is so essential to understand in any of the helping professions. We must redefine it.The Mind-Body Mentor will be doing more of these solocasts breaking down powerful concepts. Enjoy! Want to become an SRBW™ Practitioner? Check out the next dates here!My Website | https://www.steven-jaggers.com/somatic-release-breath-training LET’S BE SOCIALJoin the
Kyle Kingsbury: Entheogens & Solutions For a New Way of Life
Want to become an SRBW™ Practitioner?Check out the next dates here!My Website | https://www.steven-jaggers.com/somatic-release-breath-trainingLINKS & RESOURCESAfter DISCOVERING the healing powers of superfoods, Organifi developed a unique formulation technique and now the world's most exotic, powerful superfoods are being blended in a way that is delicious, convenient, and easily
Stefanos Sifandos: Relationship Alchemy, Integrating Mens & Womens “Work”
I met Stefanos Sifandos at Sacred Sons. I have really learned so much from him in the men’s work and relationship coaching sphere.. The question I have been asking lately is this; we have women's circles and men's circles, and at what point do we bring them together?We are all doing this work so that at some point we can come back together. I mean what’s the point of doing all t
Mark Groves: The Conscious Evolution of Relationships
In this episode of The Mind-Body Mentor, I talk with Mark Groves. Mark is a human connection specialist who is into no BS relationship advice. He has an incredible wealth of knowledge about all things human relations. Through his own "mess" and of course education, he learned the science of connection and creating healthy relationships. Mark is the creator of Create the Love.Hope
Drew Canole: Owning the Game of Life
On this weeks episode of The Mind-Body Mentor, I sit down with one of my own mentors - Drew Canole. The CEO and Founder of Organifi superfoods.We go deep into how his traumatic childhood provided the training ground to cultivate enough resilience to get him where he is at today. Drew's metaphysical explanation of reality is incredibly grounded in wisdom and action that he has used to
Hallie Rose: The Conscious Man, Relational Healing & Cultivating Sensitivity
Hallie Rose is a coach, speaker, and author. She is the host of The Thought Room podcast and CEO of Lunar Wild. I had absolutely an incredible conversation with her on the birthing process of her podcast and moving into her current offering; The Conscious Man. She has been guided to work with men specifically in awaking their passion, purpose and sensitivity. This conversation brought me t
Erick Godsey: Trauma, Psychology and Honoring Evolutionary Biology
Eric Godsey and I delve into the psycho-somatic understanding of trauma, tools used to discharge it from our being and implications for it being a part of our spiritual journey. This was one of my favorite conversations to date and I know you will enjoy! Sponsers:Steven-Jaggers.comOrganifi.com “Mind Body Mentor” 15% offVivobarefoot.com “ajbare10” 10% offOnnit.com https://www.onnit.com/?irg
Ben Holt: Connect and Evolve (Breath-Work, Therapeutic Psychedelics, and the Great Transition)
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Somatic Understanding of Trauma (Solocast)
Its been a while fam! Sorry for the delay. This conversation I delve into my own opinions on what trauma is and how it is stored in the body. Coming off an amazing weekend of training 6 beautiful beings on Somatic Release Breath-Work I share some insights I received. Support the show
Melissa Stangl:Mind-Body Healing Through Plant Medicine (COO of Soltara Healing Center)
After spending years working in scientific labs and corporate offices, Melissa realized the healing and transformative potential of working responsibly with psychedelics and plant medicine. In 2015, she consciously chose to leave Corporate America and moved to live and work in the Amazon jungle. Melissa has since used her background in engineering, science, and management to help advance t
Luke Storey: Connection Is The Opposite of Addiction
“Connection Is The Opposite of Addiction” Episode #21 with @lukestorey on The Mind Body Mentor Podcast is now live on all platforms💥We go deep down the rabbit hole of the current state of the world, bio-hacking integrated with spirituality, addiction recovery, psychedelics and conscious relationships. Support the show
Why Brachiation will Fix Your Neck & Shoulders
We are the great apes! Tune into this podcast to learn why hanging is essential in our modern world. I discuss applicable steps on how to fix those crazy knots in your shoulders and chronic neck pain through these easy practices. As always use the code "mindbodymentor" for 15% off all Organifi Products Support the show
Morning & Evening Routine + Sleep Hygiene
On today's Episode I discuss the perfect morning and evening routines for optimal performance. I use 2 techniques The 20/20/20 technique in the morning and the 10/3/2/1/0 technique for sleep hygiene. Tune in and check it out!! Support the show
Your mess is your message (Solocast)
When we shine a light and bring awareness to the areas of our life that we have been wounded, hurt, traumatized that is usually where we find our power and purpose. When we overcome something big, that is where we can help others over it as well. If you are struggling to find inspiration or purpose, it is usually a time to delve deeper into the darker parts of your own psyche.. Suppor
Rob Dial: Having a Spiritual Vision for your Business
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Align for the Times with Anahata Ananda
This week we take a journey through the chakras and discuss applicable steps to balance and align ourselves during these times. Listen to end to enjoy a beautiful guided meditation and sound healing journey! Support the show
