Feral Cycle Breakers

Feral Cycle Breakers

By Valerie SchraderSociety & Culture
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Feral Cycle Breakers episodes

  • Why Friendships Are Failing After the 2024 Election

    How patriarchy and politics divide women—and how somatic healing can rebuild connection.


    In this episode, I explore why so many women are cutting off friendships post-election and how historical and patriarchal conditioning contribute to loneliness and division. I share somatic tools to help you process emotions, have tough conversations, and rebuild trust in your friendships.


    Feeling stuck in friendship struggles? Join the Untamed Self Circle or sign up for my mailing list for somatic tools and support.

    32 min
  • The Ripple Effect of Roe v. Wade’s Reversal on Women’s Health

    In this episode, I’m digging into the far-reaching impacts of Roe v. Wade being overturned—going way beyond the loss of abortion access. We’re talking about how this decision is reshaping maternal care, mental health, and healthcare inequities in the U.S., especially for marginalized communities.

    I’m pulling insights from studies that show just how deeply these changes are hitting women’s health, families, and even the medical professionals trying to navigate restricted care. From the increased risks of mental health issues to the systemic strain this is putting on an already overwhelmed healthcare system, this conversation is all about understanding the bigger picture.

    📚 Referenced Studies:

    • Londoño Tobón, Amalia, et al. The End of Roe v. Wade: Implications for Women’s Mental Health and Care. Read the full study here.
    • Shaw, Gina. Neurologists Discuss the Impact of Roe v. Wade Reversal on Neurologic Patients. Read the article here.

    • Join me for a raw, honest conversation on why this matters to all of us—and what it means for the future of healthcare and justice.

      17 min
    • Healing Mother Wounds, Sisterhood Wounds, and Witch Wounds

      How do we start healing these big wounds? This is the fourth episode in a 4-part series discussing healing the 3 big wounds women & vulva owners face: Mother wounds, Sisterhood wounds, and Witch wounds through somatic practices and self-compassion.


      Listen in now and if you're interested in joining my monthly Dark Moon Circle to address these wounds, you can find out more here:

      https://www.valerieschrader.com/

      43 min
    • Understanding the Witch Wound

      Explore the impact of the witch wound and its origin. This is the third episode in a 4-part series discussing the 3 big wounds women & vulva owners face: Mother wounds, Sisterhood wounds, and Witch wounds. It ends with learning how to begin the healing process through somatic practices and self-compassion.


      Listen in now and if you're interested in joining my monthly Dark Moon Circle to address these wounds, you can find out more here:

      https://www.valerieschrader.com/


      46 min
    • Understanding the Sisterhood Wound

      Explore the impact of the sisterhood wound and its origin. This is the second episode in a 4-part series discussing the 3 big wounds women & vulva owners face: Mother wounds, Sisterhood wounds, and Witch wounds and it ends with learning how to begin the healing process through somatic practices and self-compassion.


      Listen in now and if you're interested in joining my monthly Dark Moon Circle to address these wounds, you can find out more here:

      https://www.valerieschrader.com/


      43 min
    • Understanding the Mother Wound

      Explore the impact of the mother wound and its origin. This is the first episode in a 4-part series discussing the 3 big wounds women & vulva owners face: Mother wounds, Sisterhood wounds, and Witch wounds and it ends with

      learning how to begin the healing process through somatic practices and self-compassion.


      Listen in now and if you're interested in joining my monthly Dark Moon Circle to address these wounds, you can find out more here:

      https://www.valerieschrader.com/


      34 min
    • Inner Child Meditation

      Meet your inner child through this somatic parts work exercise.


      Listen in now and if you're interested in working with me, you can find out more here:

      https://www.valerieschrader.com/


      27 min
    • The Magic of Somatic Experiencing

      Dive deep into somatic experiencing and embodiment to learn how to use it as a powerful tool for healing trauma and reconnecting with your body.


      Listen in now and if you're interested in working with me, you can find out more here:

      https://www.valerieschrader.com/


      48 min
    • Ancestral Wounds Showing Up in Your Business

      There's a lot we learn about success in childhood but what about those sneaky, passed-down lessons that stifle our ability to succeed? In this episode, I'm diving into some common ancestral wounds that impact women and vulva-owning entrepreneurs and what we need to pay attention to so we can break the cycles and thrive.

      Listen in now and if you're interested in working with me, you can find out more here:

      https://www.valerieschrader.com/

      29 min
    • Building an Embodied Business

      What does it mean to build and run an embodied business? In this episode, I'm talking about what it looks like to build and run an embodied business and view success beyond a 6/7-figure income in a way that prioritizes your well-being.

      Listen in now and if you're interested in working with me, you can find out more here:

      https://www.valerieschrader.com/


      22 min

    About Feral Cycle Breakers

    From the publisher's feed

    This is a podcast for feral feminists and cycle breakers who are shaking off the weight of trauma and embracing their villain era while healing out loud. Here, we talk about the real, gritty stuff, like deconstructing from societal beliefs, perfectionism, imposter syndrome, relationship and attachment issues, childhood and generational trauma, and navigating who you really are underneath it all.