💛 Cracked Open with Alanna Banks

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Being human can be lonely and confusing, but at the same time it can be incredibly glorious and sweet. We’re all here to expand and grow and it’s through experiencing these polarities that we experience exactly that. Each week Alanna Banks, certified hypnotherapist and life fulfillment coach will crack your hearts and minds open through guided hypnotic meditations. If you're a big thinker who is open to personal development and reconnecting with the truth of your heart this show is an invitation to turn your gaze deep inward.

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Free your mind, and the rest will follow.

Sep 21 2023 6 mins

Imagine waking up one day, humming a tune in your shower, and realizing it has a profound message about liberating your mind. That's exactly what happened to me. I share a validation love note inspired by my friend's struggle to let go, focusing on stepping out of comfort zones, challenging societal norms, and breaking free from self-imposed limitations. We'll also t

Embarking on a Journey of Emotional Validation: You're Not Alone

Sep 21 2023 4 mins

Have you ever felt like your feelings and experiences are dismissed or ignored? I'm kicking off the second season with a focus on something we all crave but rarely get enough of - VALIDATION. As we move through this season, I'll be your guide, sharing my validation notes, little love notes reminding you that your emotions are valid, you matter, and you're not alone.E

Healing the Younger Self

May 05 2023 14 mins

I created this hypnotic meditation for the members of my Embrace program, and I thought it would also be helpful to share with the larger community. This guided hypnotic meditation is a powerful way to connect with your inner child and offer them the love and support they need to let go of the opinions and beliefs of others and normalize what being a kid is all about. It is a gentl

Reclaim confidence in your sex life by releasing shame.

Apr 30 2023 29 mins

Dr. Nic Natale is back for another episode, where we explore sexual shame and how it affects your confidence and enjoyment in your sex life. We discuss the various factors contributing to sexual shame, including societal norms and cultural beliefs, and how it manifests in your thoughts and behaviours.We share practical tips and strategies for overcoming sexual shame and reclaiming

What to do when your libidos don't match up.

Mar 30 2023 26 mins

In this episode, Alanna welcomes sex therapist and coach Dr. Nic Natale for a conversation about the all too common problem of mismatched libidos in relationships. With empathy and expertise, they explore how to navigate this sensitive topic with their partner and share practical tips for bridging the gap between differing sex drives. Whether you're the high or low libido part

The Erotic Profile: A process to resurrect your dead bedroom.

Mar 14 2023 21 mins

Do you feel like your relationship isn't going anywhere? Is the spark gone?Join me, Alanna Banks and my guest Dr. Nic Natale, Sex Therapist and Coach, as we discuss the possibility of resurrecting your dead bedroom. Dr. Nic walks us through his process called the Erotic Profile, which he uses with his clients to increase the passion and intimacy in their relationship and get t

February 2023 Tarot/Oracle General Reading

Feb 02 2023 15 mins

Happy February! This month we're going to zoom in on love and relationships. I'm pulling from the Erotic Tarot Deck. In addition to hypnotic meditations, I'm providing monthly general readings to help you gain insights and inspiration for the month ahead. My mission with these readings is to help you open a dialogue with yourself, clarify your thought process, focus

January 2023 Tarot/Oracle General Energetic Reading

Dec 31 2022 11 mins

This is the first of many general tarot/oracle card monthly forecasts. In addition to hypnotic meditations, I'll provide monthly readings to gain insights and inspiration for the month ahead. My mission with these readings is to help you open a dialogue with yourself, clarify your thought process, focus on the positive, identify areas for improvement, make decisions and ultima

Vision setting for 2023

Dec 20 2022 23 mins

If you have plans to shift your life, I invite you to clear the way for the person you're becoming to take root.This guided hypnotic visualization will help you create space to receive the next version of yourself and guide you on a journey of creating who you will be in 2023 and beyond.Set yourself free so that you can flourish. Grab your headphones, a quiet place, and have a

Reprogram fear to excitement

Dec 08 2022 26 mins

For a long time, you have experienced reluctance and uncertainty to do things outside your comfort zone. This fear has sometimes stopped you from exhibiting your natural creativity. It made you feel stuck, frozen and restricted in your life. Very soon, with the help of hypnosis and your creative unconscious mind, you will surprise yourself by shifting how you think and feel about f