Keeping It Complex

About Keeping It Complex

Join host, Nicole Romano, as she shares her intimate journey of self-discovery as a result of navigating the past seven years with a rare disease diagnosis. She uses astrology to make sense of the "why" and to navigate the quest she's on. The focus of this podcast then shifts to having conversations with those who are overcoming their own obstacles and using the insights they've gained through their personal journeys to leave their unique mark on the world. We all have something to overcome. It's what we do with it that matters.

Publisher

Nicole Romano

Category

health & fitness · health & fitness · health & fitness

Language

en

Explicit

Yes

First episode

21 Dec 2025

Latest episode

23 Sept 2026

Latest episodes

14 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   23 Sept 2026

   The Path of a Healer

   In Episode 14, Nicole is joined by Reiki & Sound healer, Bertharis (Beth) Lantigua for a conversation on what brought her down the path to becoming a healer. Her own healing led to getting a divorce and choosing to prioritize herself. Beth speaks about the privilege of getting to fully explore who you are in this life. She shares how she has learned to listen to her body and intuition to continue learning to be of service both to others and oneself. We touch upon practices used to protect your own energy and the power of crystals. Beth sees clients in person at her studio in Haworth, New Jersey. But, also runs sessions remotely. For more info on Beth's offerings visit her website: https://www.auraenergy-healing.com/. You can also follow her on Instagram and keep up to date on upcoming events @auraenergyreiki. For more content on the episode, follow us on Instagram @keepingitcomplexpod. You can also follow Nicole's writing on Substack for more updates in between podcast episodes: https://keepingitcomplex.substack.com/?r=pqycx&utm_campaign=pub-share-checklist (https://keepingitcomplex.substack.com/?r=pqycx&utm_campaign=pub-share-checklist) Song #96028 / Here We Go feat. We Lepers - Instrumental Credit ivywild / Musicbed.com License Standard - YouTube/Podcast Term Beginning December 6, 2025 - Perpetual Archival Rights

2. 

   30 Jun 2026

   From Chronic Health Journeys to Spiritual Awakenings

   In Episode 13, Nicole is joined by her close friend and previous Intuitive Coach, Katie Corcoran. Katie's decade long battle with Lyme Disease was the catalyst for a life changing trip that led her to studying intuition in the African bush. All Katie desired was to live a normal life, but she was destined to awaken her intuition and help others navigate life's challenges by teaching the tools she was able to unlock within herself at a time when all she could do was trust where the journey was leading her. For Katie's full story, her podcast Conscious Katie (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/conscious-katie/id1622218627) is a available on Apple Podcasts. You can also follow her on Instagram @intuitivebizcoach. The intuitive course that is referenced within the show is through William Whitecloud's company, Natural Success (https://naturalsuccessacademy.com/). Both Katie and Nicole graduated from the full program. For more content on the episode, follow us on Instagram @keepingitcomplexpod Song #96028 / Here We Go feat. We Lepers - Instrumental Credit ivywild / Musicbed.com License Standard - YouTube/Podcast Term Beginning December 6, 2025 - Perpetual Archival Rights

3. 

   1 Jun 2026

   On Living and Creating Intuitively

   In Episode 12 I am joined for a conversation on creativity, traveling intuitively, and the process of learning to lead from the body with Pat Moran. Pat is an Australian photographer, musician, and now documentarian. His personal journey has led him to travel to lesser visited parts of the world to interview artisans who have used creativity to further pursue their relationship to presence and purpose, which mirrors his own experience. Make:Sense is now live on YouTube, with weekly releases. You can view it here: https://www.youtube.com/@fullfieldworld You can also shadow Pat's documentary and upcoming adventures on Instagram @fullfieldworld @pmoranphotographer This episode touches upon themes related to suicide, as disclosed in one of the documentary series episodes. Listener discretion is advised. For U.S. based audiences seeking support please contact 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Call or text 988 (Available 24/7, free, and confidential). The Forbes Article on traveling and the nervous system discussed in the episode can be found here: https://www.forbes.com/sites/judykoutsky/2026/01/12/experts-reveal-how-travel-makes-you-more-resilient/ Follow along on Instagram @keepingitcomplexpod Song #96028 / Here We Go feat. We Lepers - Instrumental Credit ivywild / Musicbed.com License Standard - YouTube/Podcast Term Beginning December 6, 2025 - Perpetual Archival Rights

4. 

   22 Apr 2026

   The Creative Process

   Episode 11, The Creative Process, is a solo episode recorded in tandem with the pulse of some IRL astrology. It relates to this specific moment of time, April 2026, a very activated Aries Season lighting up Nicole's 5th house. Looking forward to the upcoming astrology with Uranus leaving Taurus and moving into Gemini for the next 7 ish years, Nicole speaks to some of the themes already coming up as they'll relate to her 7th house of relationships and partnerships. Nicole's birthday arrives three days after this transit takes place, and it has been a profound time of reflecting on where she thought she'd be by this particular birthday. This is a personal episode, where Nicole gives her inner world the microphone and uses astrology to help make sense of the whys. This episode is dedicated to those with the desire to want something more for themselves and the courage to do something about it. Here is the link to the Psychological Astrology writing by FarStellar on Substack https://farstellar.substack.com/ The Astrology of the Week Ahead Podcast by Chani Nicholas: https://www.chani.com/podcasts/the-week-ahead Follow along on my personal Instagram page @nicnac_ro Song #96028 / Here We Go feat. We Lepers - Instrumental Credit ivywild / Musicbed.com License Standard - YouTube/Podcast Term Beginning December 6, 2025 - Perpetual Archival Rights

5. 

   29 Mar 2026

   The Art of Doing Less

   Episode 10 is a conversation on the art of slowing down from the lens of the nervous system with somatic embodiment coach, writer, and Human Design Reflector: Courtney Zanosky. In this episode, Nicole shares her experience navigating the transition into entrepreneurship and how her body wasn’t ready to hold the type of changes, work and moves she was setting out to achieve. The intention behind those actions was fueled by the pressure she’s always felt to do more to prove her worth. The shift has been in slowing down and actively choosing less in order to show up in a way that’s sustainable, rather than leading to a pattern that inevitably ends in burnout and overwhelm. They speak to wellness as an industry that’s designed to keep you doing more. But as a byproduct of cultivating a relationship where we begin to listen to our bodies we can discern what’s a fit for us, what is safe to do less of or even remove altogether. If you’re someone who has perfectionist tendencies, experienced burnout, is curious about the nervous system & somatic work, or can resonate with the chronic health journey- then this episode is for you! Learn more about Courtney’s work by connecting with her on Instagram @courtkneezanosky Soul Flow Embodiment https://www.soulflowembodiment.com/ @soulflowembodiment Follow along on my personal Instagram page @nicnac_ro Song #96028 / Here We Go feat. We Lepers - Instrumental Credit ivywild / Musicbed.com License Standard - YouTube/Podcast Term Beginning December 6, 2025 - Perpetual Archival Rights

6. 

   22 Feb 2026

   Permission Granted: A conversation on Freedom & Trust

   What happens when you get two Self-Projected Projectors on a call? They get deep. In this episode, Nicole is joined by guest, Stephanie Ramirez, to talk about all things related to finding and cultivating Freedom from within. This episode is for those, especially women, seeking a life of alignment who may be starting to navigate the discomfort and doubt that arises from choosing to make changes in order to live life on your own terms. By the end of the episode you'll be reminded why it's always worth it to keep moving through that discomfort to find yourself in the life you desired and always dreamed of living. Stephanie is the embodiment of someone who does what brings her joy. Her identity portfolio includes: owning an extremely successful Strategic Marketing consulting business, voice acting and storytelling in both English and Spanish, competing in the world of ballroom dancing and now launching a new and exciting season as an Identity Expansion Mentor and Coach. We credit our journeys with Human Design to Sara Miller of @projectorsonpurpose. Here's how to find and work with Steph out in the world if our conversation resonates with you: Instagram @stephanieramirez www.stephramirez.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/ramirezstephanie Book a Discovery Call here (https://hello.dubsado.com/public/appointment-scheduler/6951f3c6e220d37103eab481/schedule?fbclid=PAVERFWAQIO1pleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA8xMjQwMjQ1NzQyODc0MTQAAacWaYLFmHEZHYb8pX85jASfHXTeVOQxNrV0trc_fSZPtCRinN6Ukt2mdAAUmw_aem_17APbgMSDK3M9hyAuvHVeA) Follow along on my personal Instagram page @nicnac_ro Song #96028 / Here We Go feat. We Lepers - Instrumental Credit ivywild / Musicbed.com License Standard - YouTube/Podcast Term Beginning December 6, 2025 - Perpetual Archival Rights

7. 

   10 Feb 2026

   By Design

   Episode 8 is a deep dive into the realm of Human Design. The themes that are covered include: Energy Types, Authority, Profile, Environment and Deconditioning. Learning that she is a Projector changed everything for Nicole. Finally it made sense why she was experiencing burn out in her corporate careers and struggled with worthiness and feeling enough. Looking back on how she struggled with confidence and bitterness in the workplace helped her to realize she was always chasing success in how it was defined in a Generator world, not how she was designed to thrive. In 2025 Nicole joined an extraordinary coaching container led by Sara Miller from @projectorsonpurpose where she got to dive deeper into her design and begin her journey of deconditioning. This is a great place to start if you're curious about Human Design and are wondering where to begin. Resources: Here are three resources to calculate your Body Graph and learn your Human Design: Type https://www.mybodygraph.com/ https://humandesignblueprint.com/lookup https://www.jamielpalmer.com/download-your-human-design-chart/ Intro to Human Design Resource https://www.jamielpalmer.com/human-design-explained/ Sara Miller, Embodied Projector Guide & Coach https://www.projectorsonpurpose.com/ 2027 https://humandesignmastery.com/blog/2027 (https://humandesignmastery.com/blog/2027) The Listings Project, for finding rentals and sublets https://www.listingsproject.com/ Follow along on my personal Instagram page @nicnac_ro. Song #96028 / Here We Go feat. We Lepers - Instrumental Credit ivywild / Musicbed.com License Standard - YouTube/Podcast Term Beginning December 6, 2025 - Perpetual Archival Rights

8. 

   25 Jan 2026

   The System Is Broken

   In Episode 7 Nicole goes in for a deep dive on the state of our Food System and it's connection to human health. This has been a passion of hers since learning about the intersection of Food & Sustainability during her time studying at Le Cordon Bleu in London. Nicole hopes that drawing connections to her own food intolerances to the state of the food system in the United States will create a call to action for more education, empowerment and behavioral changes among consumers. We explore the topics of: -USDA Organic Certification -How to shop for eggs -What is the difference between Farm Raised and Wild Caught Seafood -Why people who are intolerant to gluten and dairy in the United States feel completely fine eating pizza, pasta, & cheese in Italy. -Why supporting local and organic is best for your health, but it's not financially available to all and is not possible to rely on to feed a growing global population as the system stands Below are a list of resources to fuel your curiosity and to site the facts and data shared within this episode. How to Become Certified Organic https://www.ams.usda.gov/services/organic-certification/becoming-certified Whole Foods Egg Standards https://www.wholefoodsmarket.com/quality-standards/egg-standards Monterey Bay Aquarium Seafood Watch Seafood Guide https://www.seafoodwatch.org/recommendations/download-consumer-guides Oliver English TEDX Talk Why humanity's fate depends on regenerative food https://www.youtube.com/live/aHYzg5GExAw Animal Agriculture Alliance https://animalagalliance.org/the-role-of-livestock-in-regenerative-agriculture/ (https://animalagalliance.org/the-role-of-livestock-in-regenerative-agriculture/) 2019 EAT-Lancet Summary Report https://eatforum.org/eat-lancet/summary-report/ https://eatforum.org/eat-lancet/ The 2025 EAT-Lancet Commission Livestream https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4ofJYRz7odQ Sustainable Food Trust https://sustainablefoodtrust.org/ True Cost Accounting https://sustainablefoodtrust.org/our-work/true-cost-accounting/ The Waste Resources Action Programme https://www.wrap.ngo/resources/report/uk-food-waste-food-surplus-key-facts Row 7 Seed Company https://www.row7seeds.com/ Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2025 https://cdn.realfood.gov/DGA_508.pdf Follow along on my personal Instagram page @nicnac_ro. Song #96028 / Here We Go feat. We Lepers - Instrumental Credit ivywild / Musicbed.com License Standard - YouTube/Podcast Term Beginning December 6, 2025 - Perpetual Archival Rights

9. 

   18 Jan 2026

   Perspective

   In Episode 6 Nicole discloses her history and experience with anxiety and how it was rooted in her childhood experiences. Travel always stretched her mind and allowed her to gain new perspectives, by shifting out of uncomfortable and repetitive states. It was one particular trip to Myanmar that gave her the most perspective on how different life could really be. As with most trips, the biggest reflections were gained from a perspective of growth and how to navigate challenging situations by learning to change the narrative and where we allow our minds to fixate. For those interested in reading the book: Guided, as referenced in this episode. Feel free to view it on Amazon here (https://www.amazon.com/Guided-Secret-Path-Illuminated-Life/dp/0593729579/ref=sr_1_1?crid=11E6OOZ7XXU15&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.2rBoY458oL25GUEtiXsW8YozxzoU2ik4RD-npo-WPiQ2wBiHYQu5VCtiWSQ5bzbxEadKdas1_SXuWB9gMVNWOjB38lvuNE8bKFX404n8wsSXL-z-xlgbMAvDMUOJjsCavHQ5oHFyewQgetljGYQTZRYvf-t80_ejwatJAhSSyh9Do-pZ5ghyZthtMjtURGpiUOR8F9rTDJ32mpQKCYwJToX_-O4cRkC2wDiAhZVge30.fAhTVlAbT7TLijv3zJGgPGeIQoLb3vTBtx7Jl32zO50&dib_tag=se&keywords=guided+laura+lynne+jackson&qid=1768679378&sprefix=Guided+L%2Caps%2C143&sr=8-1). Follow & donate (https://wck.org/relief/myanmar-eathquake/?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=21558764761&gbraid=0AAAAApcxQJvo7Ca3czj32kU4EZM3ePdwz&gclid=Cj0KCQiAg63LBhDtARIsAJygHZ7lmcp3et2J0rsq17y4YlBBUfeqk2FU0d83Wdt3KtSwtGA959XwUTwaAjhgEALw_wcB) to World Central Kitchen for the work they've done to support the Burmese people following the 7.7 magnitude earthquake that hit Myanmar back in March 2025. Follow along on my personal Instagram page @nicnac_ro. Photos from the Myanmar trip can be found in her story highlights as well. Song #96028 / Here We Go feat. We Lepers - Instrumental Credit ivywild / Musicbed.com License Standard - YouTube/Podcast Term Beginning December 6, 2025 - Perpetual Archival Rights

10. 

    11 Jan 2026

    Written in the Stars

    Episode 5 touches upon the idea of a spiritual awakening and how from the beginning of her health journey, Nicole always felt like she was going through it for a reason. Before her official awakening began, Nicole was introduced to the spiritual and occult worlds through a reading with a Medium and a virtual Vedic Astrology reading. Astrology has been the most profound tool that Nicole has turned to, to give meaning to the challenges she was experiencing and the direction her life was taking her. She shares some examples of what she learned about herself from studying her own birth chart, as well as from a reading with an astrocartographer. The astrologers who Nicole would like to credit for their readings, teachings and wisdom are as follows. They have been her teachers and biggest influences in her astrological studies thus far. Danielle Paige @iamdaniellepaige Chani Nicholas @chaninicholas @chani.app Nadine Jane @nadinejane_astrology Helena Woods (astrocartography) @mshelenawoods Follow along on my personal Instagram page @nicnac_ro Song #96028 / Here We Go feat. We Lepers - Instrumental Credit ivywild / Musicbed.com License Standard - YouTube/Podcast Term Beginning December 6, 2025 - Perpetual Archival Rights

11. 

    4 Jan 2026

    Chronic Chaos

    Episode 4 continues with Nicole's story into what life post Tarlov Cyst Disease diagnosis looked like. Trying to fix one issue only happened to cause more until she finally had to learn the ultimate lesson. Nicole's journey led her to working with all different types of practitioners and healers, but without acknowledging her nervous system she was only making matters worse. Despite having to navigate a very challenging disease, Nicole knows she was meant to learn how to truly listen to her body. The way she is able to receive information and guidance from within is a gift she gained along the way and plans to use in all areas of her life going forward. For those sensitive to discussions regarding vaccinations this is something that is addressed in this episode. However, the purpose of this conversation is to share a story of how Nicole learned to listen to the language of her body. Here's the link to the Private Facebook group mentioned for those navigating their own journey with Tarlov Cyst Disease: https://www.facebook.com/groups/cystersandmysters/ It's one of the best resources that Nicole has come across and recommends it to anyone trying to understand their diagnosis. There are nearly 10,000 members to date. Link to Tush-Cush Orthopedic Seat Cushion https://tushcush.com/ Follow along on my personal Instagram page @nicnac_ro Song #96028 / Here We Go feat. We Lepers - Instrumental Credit ivywild / Musicbed.com License Standard - YouTube/Podcast Term Beginning December 6, 2025 - Perpetual Archival Rights

12. 

    28 Dec 2025

    Where It All Began

    In Episode 3: Where It All Began Nicole shares her experience navigating a transition from working in Marketing Research in Sydney, Australia that led her to enrolling in culinary school at Le Cordon Bleu in London. While in London she suffered an injury that later led to a shocking diagnosis of a rare disease, known as a Tarlov Cyst. Tarlov Cysts are perineural cysts that in her case sits within her sacrum, encompassing and pressing on her nerve endings. Only 5% of cysts are considered symptomatic. The road to diagnosis lasted roughly 5 months. This is the story of where it all began. Follow along on my personal Instagram page @nicnac_ro (https://www.instagram.com/nicnac_ro/) Song #96028 / Here We Go feat. We Lepers - Instrumental Credit ivywild / Musicbed.com License Standard - YouTube/Podcast Term Beginning December 6, 2025 - Perpetual Archival Rights

13. 

    21 Dec 2025

    A Love Letter to Bondi

    In light of the recent terrorist attack at Bondi Beach in Sydney, Nicole shares her experience processing her emotions having just left Sydney the day before the shooting took place. This podcast was recorded after Episode 1 (An Intro) and Episode 3 (Where It All Began). They were already published in the queue before the tragic events on December 14th, 2025 took place. Occurring too close to home, she sees this as a wake up call and urges humanity to start behaving differently. We are all responsible for creating a new world and there are things we can do individually to change the collective narrative. Sending love to Bondi Beach, to Australia and to all of those impacted by the devastating events that took place on the first night of Hannukah 2025. Follow along on my personal Instagram page @nicnac_ro (https://www.instagram.com/nicnac_ro/) Song #96028 / Here We Go feat. We Lepers - Instrumental Credit ivywild / Musicbed.com License Standard - YouTube/Podcast Term Beginning December 6, 2025 - Perpetual Archival Rights

14. 

    21 Dec 2025

    An Intro

    Welcome to Keeping It Complex! I'm your host, Nicole Romano. Before we get into the details of my chronic health journey, I wanted to share a little bit about myself and why I decided to create this podcast. I've been navigating complex and chronic health issues for over six years. At the start of 2025, I set out to change every area of my life. I've overcome a lot and would love to use what I've learned to help those navigating change as we aim to create our most aligned lives despite living in such challenging times. Healing is multifaceted so get ready to come along for all things physical, mental, emotional and subconscious that contribute to the challenges I've faced and a taste of how I've started to overcome them. It all starts with showing up authentically. So here we go! Follow along on my personal Instagram page @nicnac_ro (https://www.instagram.com/nicnac_ro/) Song #96028 / Here We Go feat. We Lepers - Instrumental Credit ivywild / Musicbed.com License Standard - YouTube/Podcast Term Beginning December 6, 2025 - Perpetual Archival Rights

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