In this episode, Michelle and Lenéa Sims discuss cultural relativism and its implications for understanding spirituality, mental health, and different ways of knowing. They explore how cultural lenses shape our perspectives and how colonialism has imposed Western views onto other cultures. Lenéa Sims shares insights from her studies in indigenous and decolonial psychologies. Tune in to learn how embracing a more spiritual perspective and cultural humility can help us better understand both...

Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting out, join us for a deep dive into the world of framework development. Listen to the full episode and be armed with the tools and insights to craft your very own roadmap to success, resulting in beneficial content and monetizable offerings. Key Takeaways: Nurturing creativity, spirituality, and inspiration in business practices Unlocking abundance, ease, and manifestation, particularly in the year's final quarter Michelle...

Join Michelle and her special guest, her sister Melanie Pellizzon, for an engaging discussion on what distinguishes prolific creators. Drawing from Melanie's background in entertainment and her recent pivot into mental health, they delve into the peculiarities and brilliance that define prolific creators. Together, they closely examine the renowned writer Agatha Christie as a prime example of how distinctive creative processes can significantly impact one's productivity. From unconventional...

We’re back for the second instalment of The Green Room, our series where we bring you behind the scenes, and tell you what we’re hyperfixated on, curious about, and everything we crave talking about. It's loose, it’s fun, and if you listened to Good 4U, well, it's kind of like that. Join Michelle and Katie as they explore the elusive journey from intense fixation to sudden aversion–with well anything from snacks to routines. We share our current obsessions, for Katie, a snack she loved but...

Imagine being so knowledgeable that you forget how to explain things to newcomers; it happens more often than you think. Join us for this episode of Friday Philosophies, where hosts Michelle and Katie unravel "The Curse of Knowledge" and how it may be hindering your ability to connect, communicate, and teach effectively. We dive into how this curse affects us as creatives, artists, and entrepreneurs. Discover tips to break free, including empathy, active listening, and the power of a...

Welcome to a preview of the latest edition of the Twelfth House+ podcast feed, where we teach a monthly audio course. This month Michelle delves into harnessing archetypes to help you achieve anything you want. She provides actionable steps, to unlock the potential of archetypes and tap into their transformative ability to move you closer to who you want to be. She covers how archetypes provide a framework for decision making and gives you a roadmap in how to use them effectively. Tune in...

Welcome to another episode of Friday Philosophies, this week Michelle is joined by the show’s new podcast producer, Katie Dalebout. In this episode, they delve into the intriguing concept known as the Semmelweis Effect. Named after Dr. Ignaz Semmelweis, who faced disbelief and ridicule for his groundbreaking discovery, about hand-washing, this effect explores our human tendency to reject new evidence that contradicts established beliefs, especially when it's uncomfortable or challenges our...

Join Michelle for a rare solo episode of Friday Philosophies, where she breaks down the Self-Reference Effect and how you can use this cognitive phenomenon to enhance your memory and information retention. She explains how making information personal significantly boosts our ability to retain it. Using various theories, including elaborative encoding and emotional significance, she illustrates how the self-reference effect works and how you can use it. She gives practical tips for how you...

In addition to the audio course, we now have a monthly light “green room” show where we bring you behind the scenes. It's a loose, it’s fun, and if you listened to Good 4U, well it's kind of like that. We're kicking off this inaugural installment of this new series with an into to the new producer. Your co-host Michelle welcomes Katie Dalebout. She has huge shoes to fill now that Wallis is off to grad school, so they talk about what's to come on the show moving forward. As well as, reflect...

Join co-hosts Michelle and Wallis as they explore the concept of "Enclothed Cognition" and the fascinating study that introduced the term. This episode mixes the science with the practical, including: how our attire can influence our thoughts, emotions, and even outcomes in various situations, and what the experiments conducted in the study revealed about how clothing choices can influence behavior, mood, perception, and even cognitive abilities. Plus, how our own style choices have...

Join co-hosts Michelle and Wallis as they embark on a new (to us!) metaphysical exploration of a meaning-making system called the Matrix of Destiny. The Matrix of Destiny uses numerology, astrology, and tarot to provide a distinct perspective on your karma, personal brand, and life's purpose. Join us for tea and a chart reading by Michelle. Learn about your money relationship, karma, and hidden talents. Key takeaways: How to interpret your chart, the crucial numbers to concentrate on,...

Welcome to another episode of Friday Philosophies, this week Michelle is joined by the show’s new podcast producer, Katie Dalebout. In this episode, they delve into the intriguing concept known as the Semmelweis Effect. Named after Dr. Ignaz Semmelweis, who faced disbelief and ridicule for his groundbreaking discovery, about handwashing, this effect explores our human tendency to reject new evidence that contradicts established beliefs, especially when it's uncomfortable or challenges our...

Join co-hosts Michelle Pellizzon and Wallis as they walk through a comprehensive pre-fall checklist, targeting the various aspects of our lives that gather dust during the dog days of summer. With topics ranging from spiritual aspirations to health routines, home makeovers, and financial check-ups, this episode offers practical strategies to declutter your life and rejuvenate your routines - all just in time for the back-to-school season! Key Takeaways: Discover strategies for...

This is a preview of a subscriber feed episode. To hear the full episode, subscribe and support the podcast on Spotify here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Welcome to a fresh addition to the Twelfth House+ podcast feed, a special episode where we’re welcoming you into the inner circle and getting personal. Beginning this month, we'll be releasing two episodes monthly on our subscription feed. First, a personal behind the scenes look into what’s happening with the Holisticism community, and then our monthly...

Join us for another episode of Friday Philosophies, as hosts Michelle and Wallis navigate big seasons of change through the lens of Post-Traumatic Growth (PTG), a sister theory to the well-known PTSD. In this energetic and thoughtful back-and-forth, Michelle and Wallis share their personal experiences — breakups, work heartbreaks, and immigration struggles. They explore building resilience and fostering a "growth mindset" through the unique perspective of PTG. Post-Traumatic Growth...

Join host Michelle Pellizzon and guest Alex Cantone for a light hearted chat about the intersection of Human Design, motherhood, and entrepreneurship. Alex is a 6/2 self projected projector known in the online space for sharing her unique take on what it looks like to embody Human Design awareness out in the world. She calls on her own life experiences to create content for her community, and Projector-centered podcast, You’re Invited. Alex is currently navigating the world of new...

In today's Friday Philosophy episode, Michelle and Wallis explore the enchanting framework of the Disney strategy, a method to transform your dreams into reality. Our exploration of this framework guides us through the three integral stages of dreaming, realizing, and critiquing, illustrating their importance in launching products, breathing life into creative aspirations, founding visionary businesses, or actualizing whatever your heart yearns for. These steps aren't merely another...

Ever caught your thoughts spiraling into black-and-white extremes so deep you feel you’ve stumbled onto the set of a Charlie Chaplin flick? Same. Today on the pod, Michelle and Wallis are digging into a favorite framework of ours at Holisticism, the infamous 15 Styles of Distorted Thinking. We'll be drawing from the world of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, reviewing how they sneak into our every day thought patterns and how we can spot them before they take over. Check out the cheat...

Whether you're a seasoned explorer or a newcomer to the world of Gene Keys, join us as we take a fresh look at this ever-evolving system of meaning-making with our delightful guest, Karen LePage. Karen LePage, our Benevolent Future Ancestor is here to be as human as possible, to use her incessant optimism as a force for good, and to tug on the threads of connection we all have with ourselves, each other, and the earth we inhabit. Karen masterfully creates art out of moments and...

Struggle with being a spiritual soul in a material world? Yet at the also same time, you’re dying to unleash the RuPaul within? We feel ya! At Holisticism, we're firm believers in the transformative power of enclothed cognition, which is why we're diving into our favorite principles from The Creative Pragmatist, Amy Smilovic's eponymous book, which dissects personal style and affirms how it undeniably influences our day to day lived experience. Amy Smilovic is the Creative Director and...

Hello fellow archetypal seekers! Curious about the connection between archetypes and astrology? Us too. That’s why we’re thrilled to continue our series on archetypes in conversation with our brilliant friend, Emmalea Russo. Emmalea is an astrologer, poet, scholar, and rogue researcher who weaves threads of esoteric astrology, contemporary cinema, visual art, literature, and the mystique of alchemy itself. In this episode, Michelle and Emmalea muse on the dynamic relationship...

Welcome Friday Philosophies where we delve into various mental models, examine our favorite frameworks, and reflect on the creative practices and rituals of creatives we admire. This week, we're delving into the concept of Essentialism. Far from your standard self-help guide, it urges us to recognize the finite nature of our time on earth, and inspires us to spend it with integrity. In this episode, we'll unpack the foundational principles of Essentialism, focusing on what it means to...

Are you curious about alternative manifesting methods? Are you ready to make a quantum leap but unsure how to take action? In this episode, Michelle and Wallis discuss archetype embodiment and how it can supercharge your ability to step into a new role, ignite a creative project, collapse timelines, make paradoxical moves, and, of course, have more fun along the way! Key takeaways: Understanding the significance of archetype embodiment and its role in unlocking your true potential. ...

Welcome to another Friday Philosophy episode where we consider a different mental model, investigate our favorite frameworks, and muse on the creative habits and rituals of people we admire. Today we’re digging into an esoteric philosophy called, Via Negativa. We'll be looking at this framework and sharing how we use it to improve our relationship with time, how we discern our highest priorities, and how to avoid burn out. Key take aways: How to use the theory of Via Negativa to...

Welcome to a PREVIEW of our monthly subscriber audio courses! Do you feel shame or get the ick when you think about quitting a project, leaving your current role, or deciding to end a relationship? Welcome to the club! We’ve all been there and that’s why in this episode we’re getting into the nitty gritty of what it means to “quit” something. Covered in this episode: Is quiet quitting really a symptom of burnout, or a generational shift? All of the things that we’ve “quit” at...