Cageless

In this episode of Cageless, Christine and I discuss:

1. Unlearning what Cinderella taught us

2. The journey of her mind and body as a trans woman of color

3. Queer Christianity

4. The weight of trailblazing

5. Success and feedback from friends

Christine Carmela (she/her) is a writer/actress based in Los Angeles. She is currently starring in SoHo Rep's "Notes on Killing Seven Oversight, Management and Economic Stability Board Members". Christine was born in Philadelphia and raised in Las Vegas. She received a BFA in Acting from Texas Christian University and is now a resident of the University of Southern California's MFA Screenwriting program.

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Andrew and I discuss:

1. Giving yourself permission to pivot careers

2. Not living life for other people

3. Becoming friends with your parents

4. The contradiction of “freedom”

5. Leaving the world better than you found it

Andrew Anabi is a writer, poet, artist and founder of Pool House New York, a mental health lifestyle brand. Prior to founding Pool House, Andrew was a corporate finance attorney in Manhattan, NY. He obtains a J.D. from Columbia Law School and a B.A. from the University of San Diego.

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In this episode, I am chatting with spiritual advisor, Victoria Lee, about belief systems, spirituality, and hope. We discuss:

1.    The importance of willingness to be perceived and show up 

2.    A deep look into spirituality, religion, and belief systems 

3.    The cycle of suffering

4.    The power of surrender and hope

Resources Mentioned:

Serenity Prayer

The Courage to Be Disliked: How to Free Yourself, Change Your Life, and Achieve Real Happiness – Ichiro Kishimi, Fumitake Koga

Be Here Now – Ram Dass

Victoria Therese is a spiritual advisor focused on the power of the present moment. Connect with Victoria on Tik Tok @victoria.therese, Instagram @victoriella, or visit her website greygray.ca.

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I’ve never been comfortable talking about the content of this episode until now. CW // Eating Disorders Today I am having a candid conversation with my previous therapist and certified badass, Amanda Pisarcik. We discuss:1. What disordered eating is. 2. How honesty saved my life.3. The importance of working with a team of professionals. 4. Never underestimating your resiliency.Amanda is a Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapist with a specialty in activity-based therapy and eating disorders. Amanda believes in challenging maladaptive thinking patterns to establish healthy coping for life’s struggles. She received her Master’s in marriage, family and couples’ therapy from Walden University after studying Social Psychology at Park University. She currently works at Children’s Medical Center Plano on the eating disorder unit and White Rock Therapy private practice. Mandy is proud dog mom, loves finding adventures and deeply values work/life balance.For more information on eating disorders please visit NationalEatingDisorders.com or call (800) 931-2237Call/text me (903) 871-5092 (standard messaging rates apply)Subscribe to the Cageless NewsletterYou are worth recovering.

1. Why Kelly doesn't call herself an “aspiring writer”

2. Using your pain for good

3. Being a creative in your 20s

4. How to be present in your healing

Kelly Peacock is a writer, poet and influencer based in Brooklyn, New York. Her first book, Somewhere In Between, is now available for purchase by Shop Catalog Books. Connect with her on Instagram and TikTok (@kellyapeacock)

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This episode is a bit different. Today I want to share with you the story behind Cageless and introduce the anthem I wrote with one of my favorite artists.

Cageless (2022)

Song by: Jenni Johnson, Big City Girl, Brian Radcliffe

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Cageless is a conversation podcast about experiential wisdom and personal hope. Writer Jenni Johnson is asking experts, thought leaders and friends to share their knowledge and tools on how they found freedom.

Today, I am thrilled to be joined by one of my dear friends, Reid Bervik. Reid is currently a mental health coach, creator, and aspiring writer. He hopes to help people engage with themselves, their feelings, and those around them with compassion and authenticity.

In this episode, Reid will open up about his experience with emotional neglect, therapy, and what he does to keep his true self at the forefront. Reid and I will also discuss the power of humility, healing from trauma through integration, and so much more. Keep listening to hear how Reid is working to be the best version of himself.

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I am chatting with the one and only Natalie Lue. Natalie is a thought leader on relationships and human behaviour. Her no-nonsense yet compassionate and humorous take has garnered her a following in over 140 countries, and she’s been featured in the likes of The New York Times, NPR and the BBC. A blogger, author, speaker, podcaster and artist, her fifth book, The Joy of Saying No, will be published by HarperCollins in October 2022.

In this episode, Natalie will share with us how her blog, Baggage Reclaim, came to be, the feeling of liberation she’s experienced since learning to say no, and her thoughts on people-pleasing. Besides this, Natalie and I will discuss the power of boundaries, separating your inner critic from yourself, making authentic decisions, and so much more! Keep listening to hear how Natalie is finding joy in saying no.

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Even if you disagree with me, that’s okay. My hope is that these conversations bring you exhales and maybe a few epiphanies.

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