The Unity Project

Listeners, I am so happy you're here. In this conversation, Kimberly H. Coleman shares her profound journey of self-acceptance and healing through trauma, including her experiences with body dysmorphia, cancer, and the impact of childhood trauma on her health. She discusses the importance of advocating for oneself in medical situations, the role of therapy in her healing process, and how she has embraced her identity as a model and author. Kimberly emphasizes the ongoing nature of healing and the significance of community and connection in her life.   Follow Kimberly: www.kimberlyhcoleman.com [http://www.kimberlyhcoleman.com] Socials: @kimberlyhcoleman   Follow Jackie: www.jackiegandrews.com [http://www.jackiegandrews.com] IG: @jackieg.tv

Today, I had the pleasure of interviewing my friend Emily about her incredible journey with tarot and sobriety. We delved into her deep passion for tarot and how it’s been a pivotal part of her healing journey. Emily opened up about her experiences with body image and self-acceptance, and how she’s navigated those challenges. Emily also shared her journey with her decision to quit drinking. We discussed how crucial it is to find support and resources when you’re on the path to sobriety, and the profound impact of sharing personal stories. She also talked about the concept of connecting with her higher self, which was unbelievably beautiful. To wrap up our conversation, Emily did a tarot card reading that really highlighted the importance of making adjustments, setting practical plans, and taking time for meditation and contemplation. It was a deeply insightful chat that left me inspired by Emily’s journey and the power of tarot in her life. Enjoy!   Follow Emily: IG: @_empressemily_ TikTok: @_empressemily_   Follow Me: IG: @jackieg.tv www.jackiegandrews.com [http://www.jackiegandrews.com]   Watch Interview on YouTube: https://youtu.be/aBnyf6HB_P0

Author of the amazing memoir, Boyslut, and sex and relationship columnist Zachary Zane joined me on the podcast this week to talk about allllll the things. We talked about bisexuality, navigating polyamory, the importance of therapy and medication, and how he developed a healthy relationship with his body along the way. I first came across Zach when I was working a slow morning at my local bookstore. I was sipping a coffee, shelving all the new releases of the week, minding my own business, then BAM. I saw Boyslut on the shelving cart and instantly had to pick it up. I had a so much fun talking with Zach on the podcast, and SO much fun reading his book. Enjoy the listen, and go check out his memoir!   Follow Zach: IG: @zacharyzane_ https://www.zacharyzane.com/ [https://www.zacharyzane.com/]   Follow Me: IG: @jackieg.tv www.jackiegtv.com

Moriah Conant is a queer, disabled psychologist-in-training who specializes in working with the LGBTQIA+ community, especially in the areas of trauma, identity development, and identity integration. She utilizes a relational psychodynamic approach to therapy, along with feminist psychology and LGBTQIA+ affirming psychology. They are also passionate about suicide prevention and making psychoeducation and mental health care accessible. In the episode, Moriah shares their experience of being queer in a Christian higher education environment and the challenges she faces at a school with lawsuits for expelling queer students filed against it. They also discuss gender identity the process of coming out as an adult and the second puberty-like experience it can be.  Moriah shares their work in suicide prevention, emphasizing the need for community support and systemic change. They provide resources for individuals in crisis and highlight the importance of education for clinicians in working with suicidal clients.   Follow Moriah: IG: mconantpsychology   Follow Jackie: IG: @jackieg.tv www.jackiegtv.com [http://www.jackiegtv.com]   Helpful Resources: American Foundation for Suicide Prevention fundraiser- https://supporting.afsp.org/participant/2866170 [https://supporting.afsp.org/participant/2866170] Trans Lifeline- https://translifeline.org/ [https://translifeline.org/] The Trevor Project- https://www.thetrevorproject.org/ [https://www.thetrevorproject.org/]

Today is the day we finally get to release Part Two of my interview where my wonderful, beautiful wife Kailey switched seats with me to be the host, interviewing yours truly. I loved part two SO much. After processing through some difficult parts of my story in part 1, it felt hopeful getting to share what the recovery journey looked like on the other side. Coming to terms with the fact that I had an eating disorder, an addiction, and severe depression changed everything for me. I got to talk with Kailey about what it was like going to therapy with a badass therapist, admitting myself into a treatment center for people with eating disorders and addiction, coming out, and falling in love. Ultimately, we talked about how recovery is not linear, how it was always about connection, and how important our relationships with our bodies truly are. If you want to listen to part one before this episode, you can do so here: https://spoti.fi/49RvlML Enjoy!   Follow me: IG: @jackieg.tv www.jackiegronlund.com [http://www.jackiegronlund.com]   Follow Kailey: @kailey424   Cover Art by Casey Williams Music by Lucas Taffo