In this first episode of The Journey with Dr. J, psychologist and spoken word poet Dr. Julia Garcia peels back the layers we wear—the achiever, the strong one, the fixer, the one who keeps it all together. Recorded live in Phoenix, the episode holds space for what happens when we stop performing and start being real.

Through raw stories, poetry, and audience moments, Dr. J explores what it means to release the pressure, the expectations, and the identities we grip too tightly. Because sometimes, the bravest thing we can do is let go of who we think we should be, and make room for who we actually are.

This isn’t about finding a destination.
It’s about showing up for the journey—messy, honest, and fully human. 

Wherever you're at on your journey, keep going.. keep growing... and never lose hope.