The Coherence Code Podcast

This week, I’m pleased to be talking with my own consciousness teacher, Gila Golub, who helped me with my wake-up call back in 2014 and her teachings have influenced my conscious work practice that I offer in my clinical practice. Gila was drawn to consciousness work when she realized she was replicating old childhood wounds in her present life and relationships. After years of working with other teachers, she learned a lot about herself and how her early childhood experiences molded her perceptions of the world and was able to heal. Now, people seek her out for guidance after their own wake-up calls for change.  In this episode, we’ll discuss the common wake-up calls people experience that pushes them to seek healing and consciousness work. We talk about the difference between a behaviorist and developmentalist upbringing, and how that has shaped us over generations.  Gila opens up about some of her own experiences coaching herself through abandonment wounds and helping others learn to shift their perception of reality to find self-love. She has even been able to help women with their fertility issues through her teachings. When you transform your limiting beliefs, you can understand that you deserve perfect health, effortless abundance, and loving relationships. And that includes your fertility journey.   Key Topics/Takeaways: Where do our thoughts come from? [3:09] Some of us are born more sensitively than others [8:12] How old is your abandonment? [11:23] To have a baby, you must first love yourself [17:28] We are organisms of attachment [22:48] How to meet our own unmet attachment needs [25:28] It’s not happening to you, it’s happening for you [37:33] Remembering why we’re here [43:21] Transforming the unconscious through process work [50:57]   Where To Find Gila: https://www.gilagolub.com/   How to connect to Lorne Brown online and in person (Vancouver, BC) Acubalance.ca Lornebrown.com   Conscious hacks and tools to optimize your fertility by Dr. Lorne Brown: https://acubalance.ca/conscious-work/   Connect with Lorne and the podcast on Instagram: @acubalancewellnesscentre @conscious_fertility_podcast @lorne_brown_official   DISCLAIMER: By listening to this podcast, you agree not to use it as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others. This podcast offers information to help the listener cooperate with physicians, mental health professionals or other healthcare providers in a mutual quest for optimal well-being. We advise listeners to carefully review and understand the ideas presented, and to consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having. Under no circumstances shall Acubalance, any guests or contributors to the Conscious Fertility podcast, or any employees, associates, or affiliates of Acubalance be responsible for damages arising from the use of the podcast.

Lucid dreaming is one of life’s mysteries that we have slowly been unraveling over the past several decades. It wasn’t until the 1980’s that we had scientific evidence that it was even possible, despite people having this ability for as long as humans have been around.  Now, we’re able to point to lucid dreaming as a way to not only access the subconscious mind, but bring it into the conscious, and even change our waking reality. Robert Waggoner has been lucid dreaming since before there was evidence of it. In his book, Lucid Dreaming: Gateway to the Inner Self, he writes about how lucid dreaming can be another gateway to tap into consciousness and find peace of mind.  In this episode, he talks about how lucid dreaming can be used for creativity, physical and mental healing, learning ourselves more deeply, and even manifesting our deepest desires. He explains how this could be applied to the fertility journey as a way to improve our physical and mental health and do inner healing that can be reflected into our outer world.  If you’ve ever been curious about lucid dreaming or want to try it yourself, hearing Robert’s experiences and guidance in this episode is the perfect place to start.  Key Topics/Takeaways: Robert’s introduction to lucid dreaming as a child [1:50] Why lucid dreaming isn’t just for entertainment [6:23] The awareness behind the dream [13:05] Dreams as a communication pathway with your unborn child [19:25] Surrendering to lucid dreams [23:47] How Robert’s view of the world has changed since lucid dreaming [28:42] Manifesting physical healing in dreams [31:28] Preparing yourself for lucid dreaming [37:01] Speaking to your unconscious mind [39:33] Manifesting your desires with neutral beliefs [43:59]   About Robert Waggoner: Robert Waggoner wrote the acclaimed book, Lucid Dreaming – Gateway to the Inner Self, and co-authored Lucid Dreaming Plain and Simple with Caroline McCready.A past President of the International Association for the Study of Dreams (IASD), Waggoner serves as co-editor of the online magazine, The Lucid Dreaming Experience, the only ongoing publication devoted specifically to lucid dreaming. A lucid dreamer since 1975, he has logged more than 1,000 lucid dreams. Where To Find Robert: https://www.lucidadvice.com/ https://twitter.com/dreambob How to connect to Lorne Brown online and in person (Vancouver, BC) Acubalance.ca Lornebrown.com   Conscious hacks and tools to optimize your fertility by Dr. Lorne Brown: https://acubalance.ca/conscious-work/   Connect with Lorne and the podcast on Instagram: @acubalancewellnesscentre @conscious_fertility_podcast @lorne_brown_official DISCLAIMER: By listening to this podcast, you agree not to use it as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others. This podcast offers information to help the listener cooperate with physicians, mental health professionals or other healthcare providers in a mutual quest for optimal well-being. We advise listeners to carefully review and understand the ideas presented, and to consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having. Under no circumstances shall Acubalance, any guests or contributors to the Conscious Fertility podcast, or any employees, associates, or affiliates of Acubalance be responsible for damages arising from the use of the podcast.

What if you could boost your fertility chances with the power of the mind and intention?? Bill Bengston is a professor of sociology at St. Joseph's College of New York and the former president of the Society for Scientific Exploration. Dr. Bengston has been researching anomalous healing methods for over 40 years and has proved himself an expert on the power of energy healing. His research has produced the first successful cures of transplanted memory cancers and methylcholanthrene-induced sarcomas in experimental mice by laying-on-of-hands techniques, which he helped develop. In this episode, he talks about his impressive research and how it may be used in the field of fertility.  Bill explains the science behind his healing techniques and why a healthy dose of skepticism can actually help the process. If you feel like you’ve tried everything to get pregnant to no avail, the Bengston Energy Healing Method might be worth exploring.!    Key Topics/Takeaways: Bill’s research and discoveries around cancer. [2:55] Image cycling as a form of manifestation. [11:26] Why Bill’s process isn’t easy. [20:57] Bill’s experience working with skeptics. [22:40] What Bill would say to people who think his technique is too much work. [31:41] The future of Bill’s work. [36:00] Spirituality and healing. [39:07]   Where To Find Dr. Bill Bengston: BengstonResearch.com How to connect to Lorne Brown online and in person (Vancouver, BC) Acubalance.ca Lornebrown.com   Conscious hacks and tools to optimize your fertility by Dr. Lorne Brown: https://acubalance.ca/conscious-work/   Connect with Lorne and the podcast on Instagram: @acubalancewellnesscentre @conscious_fertility_podcast @lorne_brown_official   DISCLAIMER: By listening to this podcast, you agree not to use it as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others. This podcast offers information to help the listener cooperate with physicians, mental health professionals or other healthcare providers in a mutual quest for optimal well-being. We advise listeners to carefully review and understand the ideas presented, and to consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having. Under no circumstances shall Acubalance, any guests or contributors to the Conscious Fertility podcast, or any employees, associates, or affiliates of Acubalance be responsible for damages arising from the use of the podcast.

When it comes to the fertility journey, it’s more like a marathon than a sprint. And just like a marathon requires weeks and months of training to run a good race, creating healthy embryos requires preconception training, too. Our goal is not just for you to start the race but to cross the fertility finish line with a baby in your arms. With patience, testing, and the right treatments, you can greatly increase your chances of having a healthy baby. In this episode, I get more technical with Dr. Beth Taylor from Olive Fertility Centre to talk about the different fertility tests and screenings IVF clinics can provide to assess the quality of your embryos as well as your uterine receptivity (any risk of implantation failure) in order to increase the chances of positive pregnancy and live birth. IVF treatments have come a long way in the past couple of decades, and it’s important that we educate those on the fertility journey about everything we can offer to give them the best chance of a positive outcome. We know you want the best for your family and to be made aware of the testing and treatments available to you, so please join us to learn about your options and why preimplantation genetic testing and uterine biopsies might be a choice for you to help grow your family.   Key Topics/Takeaways: Nourishing the “seed and the soil” [2:55] Using PGT-A testing to increase implantation odds [9:56] The mosaic embryo dilemma [17:00] How self-correction in Chinese medicine applies to IVF [19:44] Creating healthy embryos is a marathon, not a sprint [22:48] Testing uterine receptivity [27:17]  The importance of the uterine microbiome [37:31] Keeping your embryos safe during testing [50:01]   Dr. Taylor is an infertility specialist. She is a co-founder and co-director of Olive Fertility Centre in Vancouver BC where Acubalance Wellness Centre offers IVFacupuncture onsite. After completing her medical degree at Dalhousie University in 1998, Dr. Taylor MD, FRCSC moved to British Columbia to do her residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University of British Columbia (UBC). She subsequently completed a fellowship in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility and then joined Genesis Fertility Centre. Dr. Taylor worked at Genesis Fertility Centre until 2013, when she helped establish the Olive Fertility Centre. She is a Clinical Associate Professor at UBC. She is also an active staff member at BC Women’s Hospital and Vancouver General Hospital. Dr. Taylor has also published several papers in peer-reviewed journals and has written three book chapters. Dr. Taylor loves the challenge and science of IVF for people struggling to conceive. She likes to try new ideas and new IVF protocols to get the best outcomes for Olive patients. She keeps up to date with the research literature and is open to trying novel procedures to try and solve even the most challenging fertility problems. Where To Find Dr. Beth Taylor: Olive Fertility Centre  Instagram (@olivefertility) To connect with Lorne Brown online and in person (Vancouver, BC), and to set IVF acupuncture appointments if you are going to Olive IVF clinic, visit:  Acubalance.ca Lornebrown.com   Conscious hacks and tools to optimize your fertility by Dr. Lorne Brown: https://acubalance.ca/conscious-work/   Connect with Lorne and the podcast on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/acubalancewellnesscentre/ Instagram: @conscious_fertility_podcast Instagram: @lorne_brown_official DISCLAIMER: By listening to this podcast, you agree not to use it as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others. This podcast offers information to help the listener cooperate with physicians, mental health professionals or other healthcare providers in a mutual quest for optimal well-being. We advise listeners to carefully review and understand the ideas presented, and to consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having. Under no circumstances shall Acubalance, any guests or contributors to the Conscious Fertility podcast, or any employees, associates, or affiliates of Acubalance be responsible for damages arising from the use of the podcast.

What if you could tap into the power of your entire brain to experience true peace and the present moment?  This is the exact phenomenon that Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor has been studying since she experienced a stroke in 1996 that changed her whole perception of reality.  In this episode, we explore the idea that our brains have 4 characters that serve different essential functions to make up who we are and how we experience the world. We discuss each character, how to tap into different parts of our minds, and how we can use this in the fertility journey and parenting. Dr. Taylor’s experience changed everything she knows about the brain and our human consciousness. It’s an honor to get to bring her on the podcast to share her experience, discuss her incredible knowledge of the brain, and understand better how we can use this in the conscious fertility journey.   Key Topics/Takeaways: Dr. Taylor’s experience with her stroke and how it changed her brain [4:15] Where consciousness begins and ends in the brain [7:06] The core functions of our four brain hemispheres [11:39]  Bringing together the four hemispheres for a brain huddle [15:41] Using the brain huddle to surrender to the present moment [22:54] Dr. Taylor’s experience of Nirvana after the stroke [31:37] Conscious work to invoke quantum healing in our bodies [35:06] Generational differences in consciousness [43:59] The power to choose moment by moment [56:12]   About Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor is a Harvard-trained and published neuroanatomist. In 1996 she experienced a severe hemorrhage in the left hemisphere of her brain causing her to lose the ability to walk, talk, read, write or recall any of her life. Her memoir, My Stroke of Insight, documenting her experience with stroke and eight-year recovery spent 63 weeks on the New York Times nonfiction bestseller list and is still routinely the #1 book about stroke on Amazon. Dr. Taylor is a dynamic teacher and public speaker who loves educating all age groups, academic levels, as well as corporations about the beauty of our human brain and its ability to recover from trauma. In 2008 she gave the first TED talk that ever went viral on the Internet, which now has well over 28 million views. Also in 2008, Dr. Taylor was chosen as one of TIME Magazine's “100 Most Influential People in the World” and was the premiere guest on Oprah Winfrey’s “Soul Series” webcast. Her latest book is WHOLE BRAIN LIVING: The Anatomy of Choice and the Four Characters That Drive Our Life    Learn more from Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor https://www.drjilltaylor.com/ https://www.discover.hayhouse.com/boltetaylor-wholebrainliving/   Watch Dr. Taylor’s TED Talk here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UyyjU8fzEYU&ab_channel=TED   How to connect to Lorne Brown online and in person (Vancouver, BC) Acubalance.ca Lornebrown.com   Conscious hacks and tools to optimize your fertility by Dr. Lorne Brown: https://acubalance.ca/conscious-work/   Connect with Lorne and the podcast on Instagram: @acubalancewellnesscentre @conscious_fertility_podcast @lorne_brown_official   DISCLAIMER: By listening to this podcast, you agree not to use it as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others. This podcast offers information to help the listener cooperate with physicians, mental health professionals or other healthcare providers in a mutual quest for optimal well-being. We advise listeners to carefully review and understand the ideas presented, and to consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having. Under no circumstances shall Acubalance, any guests or contributors to the Conscious Fertility podcast, or any employees, associates, or affiliates of Acubalance be responsible for damages arising from the use of the podcast.

How can you come back to beingness? In this episode, Lorne speaks with Lorie Dechar—alchemical healer, longtime Chinese medicine practitioner, teacher, and author. Today, you’ll hear all about how to bring conscious work into your fertility journey. They’ll talk about why it’s important to remember the sacredness of the fertility journey, as well as powerful alchemical tools to boost your chances of getting pregnant. As we get older, conscious work only becomes more important. Lorie will inspire you to approach your fertility path in an entirely new way!   Fertility is your birthright. All you have to do is claim it.   Key Topics/Takeaways: The power of the pause. [5:58] Remembering the sacredness of the fertility journey. [7:55] Fertility trauma. [12:36] Embracing your yin. [22:21] Balancing traditional medicine with tools of alchemy. [28:47] Why conscious work is more important in your 30’s and 40’s. [32:04] The desire of wanting. [39:21] Tools and methods to cultivate conscious inner work. [45:25]   Where To Find Lorie Dechar: ANewPossibility.com @anewpossibility    How to connect to Lorne Brown online and in person (Vancouver, BC) Acubalance.ca Lornebrown.com   Conscious hacks and tools to optimize your fertility by Dr. Lorne Brown: https://acubalance.ca/conscious-work/   Connect with Lorne and the podcast on Instagram: @acubalancewellnesscentre @conscious_fertility_podcast @lorne_brown_official   DISCLAIMER: By listening to this podcast, you agree not to use it as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others. This podcast offers information to help the listener cooperate with physicians, mental health professionals or other healthcare providers in a mutual quest for optimal well-being. We advise listeners to carefully review and understand the ideas presented, and to consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having. Under no circumstances shall Acubalance, any guests or contributors to the Conscious Fertility podcast, or any employees, associates, or affiliates of Acubalance be responsible for damages arising from the use of the podcast.

25 years ago, the idea that our mental state and emotions influence our physical health was taboo. Today, it’s common knowledge and being studied extensively all over the world.     In this episode, Dr. Helané Wahbeh, a clinically trained naturopathic physician and researcher, and the Director of Research at the Institute of Noetic Sciences, shares how our consciousness is a powerful tool that has an impact on the physical body. We talk about “little c” and “big C” consciousness, our understanding of how the soul and body are connected, mind-body awakening, surrendering your attachment to the outcome of having a baby, and more.    When you apply her research to the fertility journey and learn to surrender, amazing things can happen for you.    About Dr. Helané Wahbeh: Helané Wahbeh, ND, MCR, is the Director of Research at the Institute of Noetic Sciences and an adjunct assistant professor in the Department of Neurology at Oregon Health & Science University. She completed her undergraduate degree at University of California Berkeley in Anthropology and Pre-Medicine. She obtained her clinical doctorate at the National University of Natural Medicine. She obtained her Master of Clinical Research from Oregon Health & Science University where she has been on faculty in the department of neurology since 2006. She also completed two post-doctoral research fellowships. Her VET-MIND study funded by the National Institutes of Health examined the mechanisms of meditation for combat veterans with PTSD. Her current research interests include healing stress and trauma, examining mechanisms of mind-body medicine, and rigorously studying extended human capacities Dr. Wahbeh is the author of some 90+ peer-reviewed publications and the book The Science of Channeling: Why You Should Trust Your Intuition and the Force That Connects Us All.   Key Topics/Takeaways: The difference between “little c” and “big C” consciousness. [5:04] Creating positive change through positive intentions. [8:14] The paradox of surrendering the outcome to manifest your desires. [13:11] The theories behind channeling, awakening, and mediumship. [14:09] Honoring your body through acknowledging its inherent consciousness. [28:37] How to tap into your inner wisdom. [30:30] Knowing your underlying motivations for your desires. [36:05]   How to connect to Lorne Brown online and in person (Vancouver, BC) Acubalance.ca Lornebrown.com   Conscious hacks and tools to optimize your fertility by Dr. Lorne Brown: https://acubalance.ca/conscious-work/   Connect with Lorne and the podcast on Instagram: @acubalancewellnesscentre @conscious_fertility_podcast @lorne_brown_official   How to connect with Dr. Helané Wahbeh: Profile: https://noetic.org/profile/helane-wahbeh/ The Science of Channeling Book: https://buff.ly/38DmeS1   DISCLAIMER: By listening to this podcast, you agree not to use it as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others. This podcast offers information to help the listener cooperate with physicians, mental health professionals or other healthcare providers in a mutual quest for optimal well-being. We advise listeners to carefully review and understand the ideas presented, and to consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having. Under no circumstances shall Acubalance, any guests or contributors to the Conscious Fertility podcast, or any employees, associates, or affiliates of Acubalance be responsible for damages arising from the use of the podcast.

Chinese medicine encompasses more than just the body. In fact, it’s all about the connection between the mind and physical health. Today, Lorne speaks with Dr. Hamid Montakab, a trained medical doctor, classical Chinese medicine practitioner, and published author. In this episode, you’ll hear about the Chinese understanding of reproduction and fertility. Through Hamid’s wise wisdom, you’ll learn about how to change your internal programming in order to shift your behavior, and as a result, boost your chances of pregnancy.  Dr. Hamid brings his vast experience and a unique perspective on fertility that will inspire you to transform from the inside out.    About Dr. Hamid Montakab: Hamid D. Montakab graduated from the Medical School of Paris. He did his residency in Surgery and completed a 3-year education in Acupuncture and further clinical training in China, followed by 2 years of exploring the local healing in the Philippines and India. He has written several acupuncture textbooks and his latest book, ACUPUNCTURE FOR TREATING THE HIDDEN ROOTS OF DISEASE: The Mind and the Emotions in Chinese Medicine, co-authored with Solange Montakab-Pont was published in April 2020. Currently, he practices in Savièse.   Key Topics/Takeaways: The Chinese ideas about conception. [1:23] The three energies that have to be met to create life. [2:53] How science has backed Chinese medicine. [4:07] The connection between the mind and physical health. [10:04] Surrendering and releasing resistance. [18:18] Reframing toxic beliefs and thoughts. [23:49] Energy psychology tools to use in daily life. [26:46] Buy Hamid’s books! For acupuncturists wanting to study online with Hamid Montakab: Healthyseminars.com   How to connect to Lorne Brown online and in person (Vancouver, BC) Acubalance.ca Lornebrown.com   Conscious hacks and tools to optimize your fertility by Dr. Lorne Brown: https://acubalance.ca/conscious-work/   Connect with Lorne and the podcast on Instagram: @acubalancewellnesscentre @conscious_fertility_podcast @lorne_brown_official   DISCLAIMER: By listening to this podcast, you agree not to use it as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others. This podcast offers information to help the listener cooperate with physicians, mental health professionals or other healthcare providers in a mutual quest for optimal well-being. We advise listeners to carefully review and understand the ideas presented, and to consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having. Under no circumstances shall Acubalance, any guests or contributors to the Conscious Fertility podcast, or any employees, associates, or affiliates of Acubalance be responsible for damages arising from the use of the podcast.

What if you could create life with your mind? Turns out, you are more powerful than you know. In this episode, Lorne teaches you his 6 steps of manifestation and how you can use conscious work to free up resources for healing, creativity, and reproduction. He’ll give you the same tools he successfully uses with his own clients that can uncover and transform your subconscious limiting beliefs. By sharing these tools and tips with you, you’ll replace your limiting beliefs with programs that serve you and your fertility journey. It’s time to re-discover the incredible potential that exists within you.    Key Topics/Takeaways: The 6 steps of manifestation. [1:11] The importance of the inner world. [8:45] How your beliefs create your destiny. [11:31] The importance of reducing resistance and stress. [16:44] Tools to quiet the body and the mind. [22:55] Lorne shares an inspiring baby manifestation story. [34:44] Why you want to learn to focus on what you want, instead of what you don’t want. [41:41] The tangible evidence around conscious work. [43:23]   Link to Guided Meditation:  https://acubalance.ca/fertility-manifestation   How to connect to Lorne Brown online and in person (Vancouver, BC) Acubalance.ca Lornebrown.com   Conscious hacks and tools to optimize your fertility by Dr. Lorne Brown: https://acubalance.ca/conscious-work/   Connect with Lorne and the podcast on Instagram: @acubalancewellnesscentre @conscious_fertility_podcast @lorne_brown_official   DISCLAIMER: By listening to this podcast, you agree not to use it as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others. This podcast offers information to help the listener cooperate with physicians, mental health professionals or other healthcare providers in a mutual quest for optimal well-being. We advise listeners to carefully review and understand the ideas presented, and to consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having. Under no circumstances shall Acubalance, any guests or contributors to the Conscious Fertility podcast, or any employees, associates, or affiliates of Acubalance be responsible for damages arising from use of the podcast.

You’ve been “trying” for too long. Trying to conceive, trying to be happy, trying to love your life.  Yet the corners of the world you’ve been exploring aren’t providing you with the results you want. The true path lies within, replacing outdated subconscious programs that are interfering with your ability to reach your peak fertility potential. Within Conscious Fertility you will surrender to the power of the present moment and receive life on purpose.  Join Lorne Brown, each week to learn how to put the "mind" back into "mind-body", to influence your body and autonomic nervous system, and turn on and off genes for health, longevity, and peak fertility.  If you’re struggling to get pregnant, looking for simple tools to tap into the power of your subconscious mind, and birth a life filled with joy, this is the show for you!