Welcome to Bird on a Branch. I wanted this to be a space where you feel understood, less alone, and validated in whatever you're moving through.

In this first episode, I introduce myself and the heart behind this show: a place where I can talk about the real, hard stuff, including trauma, nervous system regulation, mother and father wounds, relationships, astrology, energy work, and more, through both my own lived experience and my professional training as a holistic health practitioner and trauma-informed coach.

I share why I'm stepping away from the confines of social media to create a longer form space for this work, where trauma isn't defined by what happened to you. It's defined by the experiencer. And I explain where the name of the show came from: Bird on a Branch, born from a plant medicine ceremony, and a metaphor for trusting yourself completely, even when the branch you're standing on shakes.

This isn't going to be a polished, produced show. It's real, unfiltered, and made to help you feel a little less alone.

⚠️ Content note: This episode includes references to assault, abuse, and other traumatic experiences without graphic detail.

Connect with me and my brand Vital Treasures here:

Website: https://www.vital-treasures.com/

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Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@vitaltreasures5723