In this episode of Heart + Head Work, Rocky and Tessa sit down for a deeply personal and honest conversation about abortion, motherhood, and the complexity of choice.

What begins as a reflection on a recent guest conversation opens into something much more intimate—Tessa shares her own experience with pregnancy loss and abortion, and the emotional, physical, and psychological realities that followed.

Together, they explore what it means to make decisions in moments of uncertainty, the weight of grief, and the anger that can arise when choice is taken away. This conversation moves between the deeply personal and the collective, touching on systems, language, and the importance of compassion in moments that are anything but simple.

At its core, this episode is about autonomy, healing, and the right to navigate our own lives and bodies with dignity.

Together, we explore:
- The lived experience of abortion and pregnancy loss
- Grief, anger, and the emotional aftermath of difficult decisions
- What it means to make a choice in moments of uncertainty
- The impact of language and systems on personal experience
- Why autonomy matters in both motherhood and identity
- How we hold space for ourselves and others through complex experiences

Resources mentioned in this episode:
https://utabortionfund.org

Disclaimer:
This conversation reflects personal experiences and perspectives. Topics discussed may be sensitive for some listeners. We encourage you to take care of yourself while listening and to seek support if needed.

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