EPISODE #11

The Real Way to Change Patterns in Your Brain with

Bernardo Valero

Uncover how mercury and environmental toxins affect metabolism and why most detox approaches miss the mark.

Dr. Bernardo Valero and I met when we were 18 years old at a ceremony in Miami.

We were kids, but already on a different path than most of the people around us. We were fasting, going to sweat lodges, getting Reiki certifications, walking the Red Road, and asking the kinds of questions that pull you out of the ordinary and into the deeper currents of life. Here we are as adults, still asking those same questions. Dr Bernie has continued to refine his lens. He is deeply focused on metabolism, toxicity, and the hidden burden heavy metals place on the body — especially mercury. He breaks down how these toxins affect energy, mood, inflammation, and cellular health, and why detox has to be approached with intelligence. This episode is really about the root of modern illness and the courage to keep seeking better answers. Bernardo is one of the few people I know willing to keep studying where medicine, detox, and deeper truth meet. This conversation is intense.

“When we listen deeply—to our bodies and to sound—we create the space for true transformation.”

Eileen McKusick

We discussed:

- The Emotional Resonance of Singing - Hilary’s Journey as a Vocalist - The Healing Power of the Voice - Opera, Technique, and Traveling as a Performer - Vocal Health and Emotional Expression - Cannabis, Creativity & Conscious Performance - Color, Frequency, and Synesthesia in Music - The Magic of Live Performance - Balancing Artistry and Everyday Life - Building Creative Community and Support For those who prefer a visual experience, the conversation is available on YouTube. As always, the audio version streams wild and free on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. I sincerely hope you enjoyed our talk. Be mighty!