It Is What It Is

By Amanda Cassella

Welcome to It Is What It Is. A podcast where you will hear stories from those who chose to try a different way, how they navigated it, and how things are on the other side. Hearing these stories can p... more

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The podcast currently has 45 episodes available.

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December 04, 2022 Episode 45: Incredible AND Incredibly Difficult
In this episode I am joined by Jess Walker of Jet Artworks. Jess is an Intuitive Artist, Tarot Reader, and my friend. Over the past several months, Jess and I both went through a death cycle. We found ourselves feeling stuck and EXTREMELY uncomfortable in a dead timeline, swimming in the uncertainty of the unknown. It wasn't the first time, and it certainly won't be the last. Jess and I talk about what this was like for us, what we realized, and where we are at now on the other side of it. Death is not something we experience once. It's something we experience over and over and over again until we leave this earth. The process of waking up and coming home to yourself is both incredible and incredibly difficult. Remember, more than one thing can be true at once ;)

How to get in touch with Jess Walker (Cover Art & Today's guest):
@jet.artworks (Instagram)
@jesswalker25 (TikTok)
www.jetartworks.space

How to get in touch with Doug Halliday (Music):
https://youtube.com/user/DJxH12

How to get in touch with me:
@itiswhatitisat (Instagram)
@itiswhatitis_pod (Youtube)
@[email protected]
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59min
November 27, 2022 Episode 44: My Non-Negotiables for Life
This episode was inspired by the thinking I did after recording the last episode. I was inspired to look at my own values after realizing I have never really defined them for myself. I looked at the values that were based my upbringing and what implications those have had for me. And then I made a list of what my values are now and why. This episode is pretty much a walk through my process. It also has not one, but TWO book pulls.
ACA Schematic: https://acawso.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/SCHEMATICIZED_RECOVERY_PACKET_1-30-16.pdf
How to get in touch with Jess Walker (Cover Art):
@jet.artworks (Instagram)
@jesswalker25 (TikTok)
www.jetartworks.space
How to get in touch with Doug Halliday (Music):
https://youtube.com/user/DJxH12
How to get in touch with me:
@itiswhatitisat (Instagram)
@itiswhatitis_pod (Youtube)
@[email protected]
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37min
November 13, 2022 Episode 43: Boundaries Rooted in your Values
In this episode I chat with Boundary Coach Kami Orange. Her story includes her wild journey from growing up in a small cult subset of Mormonism in Utah by religious extremists to teaching and empowering others how to come up with their own boundary rolodex rooted in their own personal values. We talk about the feelings that come up when you start setting boundaries, how to navigate those feelings, and so much more. You don't want to miss this one!
Connect with Kami:
On Tiktok and Instagram at @kami_orange
Online at www.kamiorange.com

Cover Art: Jessica Walker ([email protected])
Music: Doug Halliday [email protected] (https://youtube.com/user/DJxH12)
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1h 1min
October 30, 2022 Episode 42: Livin the Dream
What happens when you get two friends on a podcast talking without a script to guide the conversation? A one hour and 20 minute long episode. But it's one hour and 20 minutes of gold. We talk about our experiences in toxic relationships and how weird it is when you get into healthy ones. We share some things we've learned along the way and express gratitude for our friendship that has been so valuable during the ups and downs of life.
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1h 23min
October 23, 2022 Episode 41: Should I Stay or Should I Go?
In this episode I talk about the reasons why I left my career as a probation officer and the reasons why I stayed as long as I did. Spoiler alert: it's ok to change your mind. Cover Art: Jessica Walker [email protected]. Music: Doug Halliday [email protected] ; https://youtube.com/user/DJxH12
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1h 1min
October 02, 2022 Episode 40: It Is What It Is
In this episode I talk about many of the things I haven't talked about over the last 10-11 months. The things I felt I couldn't or shoulldn't talk about, and I share some of the reasons why I felt that way. I started this podcast to be seen and heard as I truly am and to encourage others to do the same. This episode is me recommitting to that vision and recommitting to myself. Cover Art: Jessica Walker [email protected]. Music: Doug Halliday [email protected] ; https://youtube.com/user/DJxH12
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51min
September 11, 2022 Episode 39: Optimism Absent Validation
This week I talk about toxic positivity and how invalidating it can be. I think most of us have done it with the best intentions, and I think most of us experienced it as well. I give examples about what it might sound like and how to make some shifts to be a more supportive and validating presence for yourself and those you love. Sources available upon request. I pasted them here, and it became one giant hyperlink mess. Cover Art: Jessica Walker [email protected]. Music: Doug Halliday [email protected] ; https://youtube.com/user/DJxH12
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50min
September 04, 2022 Episode 38: A Letter to Myself
I'm back! This week I share a letter I wrote to my 28 year old self. The self that took her first big risk. She wanted better for herself and went looking for it, even though she had little confidence that anything better existed. I wouldn't be who I am without her. Also, I reference the feelings wheel which you can find here: https://images.app.goo.gl/sf2nR4ksEc9R3kRj9 Cover Art: Jessica Walker [email protected]. Music: Doug Halliday [email protected] ; https://youtube.com/user/DJxH12
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32min
May 29, 2022 Episode 37: You Are Your Own Movie
This week I am joined by another truly magical being, Amanda Sachartoff. Amanda is a queer, nonbinary psychic energy worker who works with cycle breakers to help them trust their intuition and heal from their trauma. In this episode we talk about the importance of one's relationship with the inner child and inner child healing. Find Amanda on instagram at @amandasachartoff and @witchyandweirdpod Cover Art: Jessica Walker [email protected]. Music: Doug Halliday [email protected] ; https://youtube.com/user/DJxH12
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59min
May 22, 2022 Episode 36: I Don't Know What To Do With My Hands
This is a very special episode with a very special guest. I am joined by my new boyfriend, Sam. We talk about what it has been like to be in a healthy relationship after some not so healthy ones. Most of the time I feel out of my depth, and I don't know what to do with my hands. Cover Art: Jessica Walker [email protected]. Music: Doug Halliday [email protected] ; https://youtube.com/user/DJxH12
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53min

FAQs about It Is What It Is:

How many episodes does It Is What It Is have?

The podcast currently has 45 episodes available.