In this solo episode, Anna Gouin explores our relationship with emotions through the lens of embodiment, conditioning, and nervous-system awareness. She unpacks how many of us were never taught emotional literacy—and instead learned to suppress, intellectualize, or perform our feelings in order to stay safe, connected, or "good."

Anna examines how childhood conditioning shapes emotional overwhelm in adult relationships and offers a somatic reframe where emotions are met with curiosity and used as information, not problems to solve.

Chapters

00:00 Understanding Our Emotional Landscape
02:36 The Impact of Cultural Conditioning on Emotions
05:28 The Journey of Emotional Intimacy
07:46 Navigating Childhood Experiences and Emotional Responses
10:48 The Complexity of Emotional Literacy
12:54 The Role of Shame in Emotional Expression
15:58 The Importance of Emotional Repair
18:13 The Dangers of Cancel Culture
20:50 Reconnecting with Our Emotional Bodies
23:38 Untangling Coping Mechanisms
26:07 The Path to Emotional Freedom
31:03 Navigating Emotional Complexity
32:53 The Dynamics of Space in Relationships
35:40 Understanding Triggers and Past Experiences
37:23 The Importance of Presence and Authenticity
47:32 Embodiment and the Human Experience
59:40 Emotional Literacy and Self-Responsibility

In this intimate conversation, Anna Gouin and Wren Morrow explore Wren's journey from growing up within strict religious and purity-culture frameworks to reclaiming her body, creativity, and sensual expression as a boudoir photographer. Together, they unpack how body shame is conditioned, the importance of trusting desire as embodied intelligence, and the subtle power dynamics that shape gender roles in relationships. Wren shares reflections on the healing potency of female friendship, pleasure as a vital life force for women, and the grounding support of nature. The conversation weaves toward the art of boudoir photography as a reclamation practice—one that creates safety, agency, and space for women to be seen in their authentic sensuality.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background
01:18 Journey from Purity Culture to Boudoir Photography
03:39 Questioning Faith and Personal Identity
06:42 The Shift from External Validation to Internal Dialogue
09:44 Trusting Bodily Intuition and Female Empowerment
13:57 Breaking Free from Traditional Gender Roles
19:42 The Cost of Conformity and the Awakening
25:11 The Importance of Female Friendships and Support
33:20 The Burden of Unseen Needs
37:51 The Journey to Self-Acceptance
42:19 The Role of Boudoir Photography
48:13 Nature as a Healing Space
51:50 The Intersection of Fantasy and Reality

In this conversation, Anna Gouin speaks with Jess Kirby about motherhood, self-care, and health through the lens of functional medicine. Jess shares her experience navigating life in her 40s, setting boundaries, and balancing personal identity with parenting.

They explore the impact of technology on family life, the importance of foundational health practices, and how nutrition and lifestyle choices support long-term well-being. Jess also reflects on her path into functional medicine, emphasizing individualized care and the role of community in creating sustainable health.

Chapters

00:00 Embracing Change at 40
02:55 Finding Joy in Everyday Life
05:40 Navigating Parenting and Boundaries
08:33 The Importance of Outdoor Play
11:49 Self-Care and Personal Growth
14:31 Understanding Functional Medicine
17:18 The Foundations of Health
20:18 Rest vs. Sleep
23:21 Biohacking and Its Implications
25:59 Dietary Choices and Health
39:03 The Extremes of Dieting
41:57 The Impact of External Pressures on Eating Habits
43:57 Understanding Parasites and Gut Health
50:07 Jess's Journey into Functional Medicine
58:24 Navigating Personal Health Challenges
01:05:46 The Role of Children as Teachers
01:06:49 Accessibility in Health Coaching