The 50th Episode Listener Q&A: The nervous system, the patriarchy, intuition, and more

For our 50th (yes 50th) episode, we're doing a listener Q&A where we dive into the topics you’ve been asking about most—from spirituality and embodiment to relationships, healing, and everything in between.

Because this episode spans so many conversations, it really reflects what this podcast has always been about: nuance, honesty, and real-world spirituality. No perfect answers. No one-size-fits-all frameworks. Just honest dialogue and grounded insight.

If you’ve been listening for a while, this episode is a reflection of how far we’ve come together. And if you’re new here, it’s a powerful entry point into the conversations we’re having.

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Decolonizing Therapy: Oppression, Historical Trauma & Politicizing Your Practice by Dr. Jennifer Mullan

Decolonizing Trauma Work: Indigenous Stories and Strategies by Renee Linklater

Decolonizing the Body by Kelsey Blackwell

The Pain We Carry: Healing from Complex PTSD for People of Color by Natalie Gutierrez

My Grandmother’s Hands: Racialized Trauma and the Pathway to Mending Our Hearts and Bodies by Resmaa Menakem

What My Bones Know by Stephanie Foo