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Healing Perfectionism, Patriarchy, and Parental Loss with Alec Pulianas-- Episode 013

Alec Pulianas is a real one. He shared vulnerably about his ongoing healing journey. We talked about: -how losing his dad created ripple effects through his life: from dealing with the stages of his dad’s illness, to his final memories going to Rush concerts together, the shifts in his relationship with his mom, and the importance for him of maintaining a sense of self in his marriage knowing the worst that could happen -the weakening family ties that changed his social network in favor of chosen family -healing perfectionism through working on his podcast and learning what’s “good enough” -how his relationship with his wife forced him to confront his unrealistic expectations -healing through associating feelings and soothing himself with music About Our Guest Alex writes: “I’m an engineer with hobbies that include photography and coffee roasting. I love Baltimore sports and attending concerts. My family and friends bring joy to my days.” You can connect with him at his blog: pulianas.com [https://pulianas.com/] Support ROAR Healing Stories There are lots of ways to support this podcast: This is the last episode of Season One, and I'm not sure yet what's in store for ROAR Healing Stories. If you'd like to stay in touch, subscribing to my Substack is the best way to do that: Subscribe here: https://roarfindyourfierce.substack.com/ [https://roarfindyourfierce.substack.com/] Other ways to support: Send this episode to a friend, frenemy, lover, family member, colleague, or anyone else who needs it! If you really want to make my heart sing, leave a rating or review on the platform of your choice. I’ve heard this is really great for the algorithm and will help even more folks hear these stories. Get full access to Find Your Fierce at roarfindyourfierce.substack.com/subscribe [https://roarfindyourfierce.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_4]

Healing Through Body Work with Becca Pride-- Episode 012

Becca Pride shared about her healing work as a massage therapist and yoga teacher. We discussed: -how creating a safe space is integral to healing -what she loves about working with pregnant folks -the importance of finding good fit providers -how worthiness wounds show up in the bodies of folks she works with -massage as a space to experiment with receiving care, taking inventory of our bodies, and expressing appreciation for our bodies -how oppression turns vital, important things frivolous and forces us to justify practices that could just be part of a great existence About Our Guest Becca Pride is a massage therapist and yoga teacher. She lives in Austin, TX. Support ROAR Healing Stories There are lots of ways to support this podcast: New episodes of ROAR Healing Stories are posted every other Sunday. Never miss an episode! Subscribe to ROAR: Find Your Fierce (Ellen’s newsletter) to get an email every time an episode is posted. Subscribe here: https://roarfindyourfierce.substack.com/ [https://roarfindyourfierce.substack.com/] Paid subscriptions at the monthly ($8), annual ($89), or founding ($165) level help support the creation and sharing of ROAR Healing Stories. Subscribers get about two monthly posts, occasional bonus episodes, and the warm, fuzzy feeling of knowing you’re helping to share these healing stories and ideas with a world that really needs them. Send this episode to a friend, frenemy, lover, family member, colleague, or anyone else who needs it! If you really want to make my heart sing, leave a rating or review on the platform of your choice. I’ve heard this is really great for the algorithm and will help even more folks hear these stories. Get full access to Find Your Fierce at roarfindyourfierce.substack.com/subscribe [https://roarfindyourfierce.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_4]

Healing Through DIY Inner Child Work with Logan Williams Part 2-- Episode 011

Logan Williams is one of the best people I know. In Part Two, Logan shared: -his process for and experiences with DIY Inner Child Work -meeting his Inner Critic, his Inner Artist, and his fear of death during his DIY Inner Child Work -gatekeeping of mental health and healing knowledge and some safeguards if you want to DIY this work -moving from thinking of himself as a broken person in need of fixing to being on a journey with important milestones all along the way About Our Guest Logan Williams is a writer and improv comedian. He lives in Austin, TX. The Inner Child Toolbox: 6-Session Coaching with Host, Ellen Line Inner Child Toolbox is a structured, six-session coaching container. This is for you if: -you’re feeling stuck, especially if you’ve been on a healing/therapy journey for a while -you have reactions that don’t make sense or feel disproportionate to what has happenedyou feel like your feelings are too big or too strong -you want to try inner child work before making an investment in an IFS therapist Through six focused 1-hour meetings, we will: -map out your core wounds and how they connect to your inner child, -learn some metaphors for understanding inner child work -practice strategies for communicating with, negotiating with, and soothing your inner child -create a plan for how to continue your work on your own Learn more and sign up for a vibe-check (the first step to enrolling) at https://www.roarhealing.com/InnerChildToolbox [https://www.roarhealing.com/InnerChildToolbox] Be a ROAR Healing Stories Guest! Season Two of ROAR Healing Stories will feature even more great healing journeys, including yours, if you want to share! If you’re on a healing journey and you’d like to share it with the ROAR Healing Stories audience, let Ellen know you want to be a guest here: https://forms.gle/AZGNWdCMyCTE6X3HA [https://forms.gle/AZGNWdCMyCTE6X3HA] Anahata’s Purpose Part witchy coven meeting, part music festival, part grown-up summer camp, 100% excellent community and vibes. October 16-19 in Darlington, MD. https://www.anahataspurpose.com/ [https://www.anahataspurpose.com/] Support ROAR Healing Stories There are lots of ways to support this podcast: New episodes of ROAR Healing Stories are posted every other Sunday. Never miss an episode! Subscribe to ROAR: Find Your Fierce (Ellen’s newsletter) to get an email every time an episode is posted. Subscribe here: https://roarfindyourfierce.substack.com/ [https://roarfindyourfierce.substack.com/] Paid subscriptions at the monthly ($8), annual ($89), or founding ($165) level help support the creation and sharing of ROAR Healing Stories. Subscribers get about two monthly posts, occasional bonus episodes, and the warm, fuzzy feeling of knowing you’re helping to share these healing stories and ideas with a world that really needs them. Send this episode to a friend, frenemy, lover, family member, colleague, or anyone else who needs it! If you really want to make my heart sing, leave a rating or review on the platform of your choice. I’ve heard this is really great for the algorithm and will help even more folks hear these stories. Get full access to Find Your Fierce at roarfindyourfierce.substack.com/subscribe [https://roarfindyourfierce.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_4]

Healing Through Inner Child Work with Logan Williams Part 1-- Episode 010

Logan Williams is one of the best people I know. We talked about: -his history of small traumas, how they affected him, and steps he’s taken to overcome -how his darkest moment helped him connect with his strength -how non-judgmental friends supported and challenged him throughout his journey -how inefficiencies in our healthcare and insurance systems impeded his progress at various points -some of the things he’s learned about Inner Family Systems/inner child healing work About Our Guest Logan Williams is a writer and improv comedian. He lives in Austin, TX. The Inner Child Toolbox: 6-Session Coaching with Host, Ellen Line Inner Child Toolbox is a structured, six-session coaching container. This is for you if: -you’re feeling stuck, especially if you’ve been on a healing/therapy journey for a while -you have reactions that don’t make sense or feel disproportionate to what has happenedyou feel like your feelings are too big or too strong -you want to try inner child work before making an investment in an IFS therapist Through six focused 1-hour meetings, we will: -map out your core wounds and how they connect to your inner child, -learn some metaphors for understanding inner child work -practice strategies for communicating with, negotiating with, and soothing your inner child -create a plan for how to continue your work on your own Learn more and sign up for a vibe-check (the first step to enrolling) at https://www.roarhealing.com/InnerChildToolbox [https://www.roarhealing.com/InnerChildToolbox] Be a ROAR Healing Stories Guest! Season Two of ROAR Healing Stories will feature even more great healing journeys, including yours, if you want to share! If you’re on a healing journey and you’d like to share it with the ROAR Healing Stories audience, let Ellen know you want to be a guest here: https://forms.gle/AZGNWdCMyCTE6X3HA [https://forms.gle/AZGNWdCMyCTE6X3HA] Anahata’s Purpose Part witchy coven meeting, part music festival, part grown-up summer camp, 100% excellent community and vibes. October 16-19 in Darlington, MD. https://www.anahataspurpose.com/ [https://www.anahataspurpose.com/] Support ROAR Healing Stories There are lots of ways to support this podcast: New episodes of ROAR Healing Stories are posted every other Sunday. Never miss an episode! Subscribe to ROAR: Find Your Fierce (Ellen’s newsletter) to get an email every time an episode is posted. Subscribe here: https://roarfindyourfierce.substack.com/ [https://roarfindyourfierce.substack.com/] Paid subscriptions at the monthly ($8), annual ($89), or founding ($165) level help support the creation and sharing of ROAR Healing Stories. Subscribers get about two monthly posts, occasional bonus episodes, and the warm, fuzzy feeling of knowing you’re helping to share these healing stories and ideas with a world that really needs them. Send this episode to a friend, frenemy, lover, family member, colleague, or anyone else who needs it! If you really want to make my heart sing, leave a rating or review on the platform of your choice. I’ve heard this is really great for the algorithm and will help even more folks hear these stories. Get full access to Find Your Fierce at roarfindyourfierce.substack.com/subscribe [https://roarfindyourfierce.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_4]

Healing Burnout and Anxiety with Erin Bowman-- Episode 009

Erin Bowman [https://www.erinbowmantherapy.com/] is a somatic therapist. We met at a local networking event and became fast friends when Erin reached out for a coffee after. We talked about: -how farming across Europe reset her nervous system -learning how to give more of herself to her life in a contact improv class -tending to what her body needs: slowing down, then slowing down some more, being gentle, self-dates, mindful movement, acceptance -how pleasure and celebration are so important, especially in activism and change work -how she expanded her mind to be able to hold two truths at once -her journey with finding the right meds: overcoming internalized stigma, trying different medications, taking meds during pregnancy and breast feeding, and changing providers -leaving situations that weren’t working for her About Our Guest Erin Bowman, LCPC is an imperfect gardener, dabbling folk herbalist, mama, auntie, highly sensitive person, and ambivert. She helps people who are longing to feel ease and belonging in their own bodies. Before becoming a therapist, she worked in nonprofits, education, and community organizations. She practices with an anti-racist and intersectional approach. When she’s not practicing therapy, you can find her playing with her cat (Cashmere), soaking up time with loved ones, and finding her way to hands-on hobbies.You can learn more about her at her website: https://www.erinbowmantherapy.com [https://www.erinbowmantherapy.com] Or follow her on (her excellent) instagram: www.instagram.com/erinbowmantherapy [http://www.instagram.com/erinbowmantherapy] Be a ROAR Healing Stories Guest! Season Two of ROAR Healing Stories will feature even more great healing journeys, including yours, if you want to share! If you’re on a healing journey and you’d like to share it with the ROAR Healing Stories audience, let Ellen know you want to be a guest here: https://forms.gle/AZGNWdCMyCTE6X3HA [https://forms.gle/AZGNWdCMyCTE6X3HA] Anahata’s Purpose Part witchy coven meeting, part music festival, part grown-up summer camp, 100% excellent community and vibes. October 16-19 in Darlington, MD. https://www.anahataspurpose.com/ [https://www.anahataspurpose.com/] Support ROAR Healing Stories There are lots of ways to support this podcast: New episodes of ROAR Healing Stories are posted every other Sunday. Never miss an episode! Subscribe to ROAR: Find Your Fierce (Ellen’s newsletter) to get an email every time an episode is posted. Subscribe now [%%checkout_url%%] Paid subscriptions at the monthly ($8), annual ($89), or founding ($165) level help support the creation and sharing of ROAR Healing Stories. Subscribers get about two monthly posts, occasional bonus episodes, and the warm, fuzzy feeling of knowing you’re helping to share these healing stories and ideas with a world that really needs them. Send this episode to a friend, frenemy, lover, family member, colleague, or anyone else who needs it! Share [%%share_url%%] If you really want to make my heart sing, leave a rating or review on the platform of your choice. I’ve heard this is really great for the algorithm and will help even more folks hear these stories. Get full access to Find Your Fierce at roarfindyourfierce.substack.com/subscribe [https://roarfindyourfierce.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_4]