In this episode, psychotherapist and author Nicole Sachs joins Mark Groves to explore the profound connection between emotional repression and chronic pain. Drawing from her personal story of healing from a debilitating spinal condition, Nicole shares how unprocessed trauma, perfectionism, and suppressed emotion get trapped in the body—manifesting as pain and illness. She introduces her groundbreaking method, JournalSpeak™, and explains how radical honesty, nervous system regulation, and self-compassion can unlock deep healing. This conversation is a wake-up call for anyone struggling with physical symptoms that traditional medicine can’t explain. If you’ve ever wondered if your pain has a story to tell, this episode is your invitation to listen.

Diagnosed with a degenerative spinal condition in her twenties, Nicole Sachs transformed her life through Mindbody medicine after discovering the work of Dr. John Sarno. What began as a personal healing journey evolved into a professional collaboration—she lectured with Sarno at NYU and supported his patients through her private psychotherapy practice. For over 20 years, Nicole has researched chronic conditions and helped countless people heal by addressing the root cause: a dysregulated nervous system stuck in fight-or-flight, attempting to suppress unresolved emotions and trauma. Her practical, science-backed approach has been featured in USA Today, Woman’s World, and the Washington Post.

Links:

• Website: https://www.yourbreakawake.com/
• Book: Mind Your Body: A Revolutionary Program to Release Chronic Pain and Anxiety Mind Your Body (Avery, February 4, 2025)
• Podcast: The Cure for Chronic Pain podcast

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In this episode, Dr. Robert Glover—author of No More Mr. Nice Guy—joins Mark Groves to dismantle the "Nice Guy" syndrome and expose how covert contracts, people-pleasing, and hidden agendas sabotage intimacy and personal power. Together, they dive deep into the emotional conditioning that keeps men disconnected from their truth and trapped in performative masculinity. Dr. Glover shares unapologetic wisdom on boundaries, self-ownership, and how to reclaim your masculinity without losing your heart. Whether you're a recovering Nice Guy or love one, this episode is a roadmap to authenticity, freedom, and truly connected relationships.

Dr. Robert Glover is a therapist, mentor, and author focusing on men’s relationships, health, success, and sexuality. With over 40 years of professional experience, he has authored four books, including the groundbreaking, No More Mr. Nice Guy. Dr. Glover is the founder of Integration Nation, an international community for men.

Links:

• Website: drglover.com
• Integration Nation Men’s Group: integrationnation.net/landing-page
• Youtube: @Integration_Nation
• Instagram: + @drgloverofficial + @integration_nation

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In this episode, Dr. Taylor Bean, a leading naturopathic doctor and informed consent advocate, joins us to dismantle the illusion of medical transparency. We explore the complexities behind vaccine protocols, childhood immunization, and the overlooked nuances of informed consent—revealing how fear, shame, and coercion have replaced curiosity and autonomy in modern healthcare. From the rise of medical mandates to the subtle erosion of patient rights, Dr. Bean breaks down what every parent, practitioner, and patient must understand. This conversation will challenge your assumptions, ignite critical thinking, and empower you to reclaim authority over your health decisions.

Dr. Taylor Bean is a Naturopathic Doctor and owner of TaylorMade Wellness in Salmon Arm BC. Becoming a mother is where her core value of achieving informed consent was born. While her profession taught her to be curious and treat each patient individually, it was her positive birthing experiences that changed her perspective on what a true doctor-patient relationship means. Her career started in Singapore where she supported patients all over SE Asia and now has been supporting Canadians since 2016. Dr. Bean has been drawn to supporting women achieve an optimal pregnancy, labour preparation, paediatric wellness to more complex ailments that involve looking into methylation, genetic variants, chronic infections to complex paediatric conditions

Instagram:

• https://www.instagram.com/drtaylorbean/ and https://www.instagram.com/taylormadewellnessclinic/

Websites:

• https://drtaylorbean.com
• https://vaccineoptimization.com
• https://taylormadewellness.com

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• Avocado Green Mattresses https://www.avocadogreenmattress.com/

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