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Alchemical VOICES

Alchemical VOICES

por Jazzlyn Greenzee

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36. Mari: Being a role model and seeking justice

Welcome to another episode of the Alchemical VOICES podcast!⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Mari is a survivor of sexual assault, reproductive coercion, and a false CPS report filed by a former partner. During a vulnerable time, she was subjected to assault while making an intensely personal medical decision, and the emotional aftermath continues to affect her every day. She shares her story to raise awareness about abuse, manipulation, and the misuse of systems like CPS, empowering other survivors to seek justice and support.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ In this episode, you will hear about: ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 🎙️ Mari’s childhood 🎙️ Domestic Violence 🎙️ Sexual violence 🎙️ Seeking justice ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Did you learn something new? If this episode offered new insights or inspiration, please rate Alchemical VOICES, share the episode with someone it may help and follow the host on Instagram: @jazzlyngreenzee ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Want to share your story? Send your application here: bio.site/jazzlyngreenzee ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Thank you for listening🫶🏾

35. Kelly Cassells: Transforming suffering into strength and self-worth

Welcome to another episode of the Alchemical VOICES podcast!⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Kelly is a survivor of childhood neglect, abuse, and exploitation by her alcoholic mother. For years, she endures pain that follows her into adulthood, marked by abusive relationships, homelessness, and the devastating loss of her child. After reaching a breaking point, she commits to months of intensive therapy and EMDR, confronting the buried trauma that shaped her life. Through this process, she learns that healing isn’t about forgetting but reclaiming herself from the pain. emerging not just as a survivor, but as a woman who has transformed her suffering into strength and self-worth. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ In this episode, we touch on: 🎙️ Kelly’s heartbreaking childhood 🎙️ The violent group attack when she was a teen 🎙️ The abusive relationship with her child’s father 🎙️ The tragedies that followed 🎙️ Finding home, love, and happiness despite severe adversity⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Find x here: @kellycassellsscoaching ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Did you learn something new? If this episode offered new insights or inspiration, please rate Alchemical VOICES, share the episode with someone it may help and follow the community on Instagram: @jazzlyngreenzee ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Want to share your story? If you want to be a guest on the podcast or share your story anonymously, send your application: bio.site/jazzlyngreenzee ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Thank you for listening🫶🏾

34. Sam X Bruce: Widowhood, alchemising grief and childhood trauma

Welcome to another episode of the Alchemical VOICES podcast!⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Sam grew up in a household marked by abuse, married young into manipulation, left that marriage after coming out as trans, met their soulmate, and then endured the heartbreak of passing from illness. Later, they moved abroad and began again. Today, Sam draws on these lived experiences crossing thresholds of violence, othering, and grief to guide others in befriending and integrating the pain of what has been done to them.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ In this episode, we talk about: 🎙️ Sam’s childhood 🎙️ Widowhood 🎙️ Moving abroad and starting anew 🎙️ Alchemising grief ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Connect with Sam: Instagram → @somatics.sam⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀ Did this episode move you? If you gained new insight or inspiration, please: ⭐ Rate Alchemical VOICES 🔗 Share this episode with someone who needs it 📲 Follow our community on Instagram @misstraumaalchemist ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Want to share your story? Apply to be a guest or share anonymously here: bio.site/jazzlyngreenzee ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Thank you for listening 🫶🏾

33. Kim Normoyle: Surviving and treating complex trauma in an uninformed society

Welcome to another episode of the Alchemical VOICES podcast! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⚠️In this episode, child abuse, s3xual and physical violence are described⚠️ Kim, @pass.the.savasana, is a survivor of domestic violence, sexual abuse, neglect, overdosing, and a suicide attempt. She is also a mother, breaking generational trauma curses and a trauma-informed somatic facilitator, writer, and advocate. Her mission is to spread awareness and to support survivors. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ In this episode, we touch on: 🎙️Kim’s chaotic and neglectful childhood 🎙️Sexual assault 🎙️Kim’s abusive relationship 🎙️How she was misdiagnosed and pathologised, and retraumatised by psychiatry ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Mentions: The Healing and CPTSD Community Hub ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Did you learn something new? If this episode offered new insights or inspiration, please rate Alchemical VOICES, share the episode with someone it may help and follow the community on Instagram: @misstraumaalchemist ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Want to share your story? If you want to be a guest on the podcast or share your story anonymously, send your application: bio.site/jazzlyngreenzee ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Thank you for listening🫶🏾

32. BB Gabriel: Achemising domestic violence through case studies and storytelling

Welcome to another episode of the Alchemical VOICES podcast!⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⚠️In this episode, animal cruelty, death threats, weapons, and organised sexual and physical violence are described⚠️ BB Gabriel is a Canadian registered social worker and a domestic violence survivor. She confronted and overcame her traumatic experience through storytelling and by turning her trauma narrative into case studies to therapies herself throughout the completion of her undergraduate and graduate degrees: BA (Gerontology), BSW (Social Work), MSW (Master of Social Work with a clinical specialisation), and a minor in Women’s Studies. Sharing her story has helped her reprocess her experience of domestic violence from a safe place, gifting her mastery and control over her traumatic past. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ In this episode, we touch on: 🎙️How BB externalised parts of herself and used them as case studies to heal and integrate her trauma 🎙️The process of writing her book, the fictionalised memoir No Ordinary Love 🎙️BB’s childhood experiences, which led her into a dangerous relationship 🎙️The relationship⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Follow BB Gabriel’s work on Instagram ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Did you learn something new? If this episode offered new insights or inspiration, please rate Alchemical VOICES, share the episode with someone it may help and follow the community on Instagram: @misstraumaalchemist ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Want to share your story? If you want to be a guest on the podcast or share your story anonymously, send your application: bio.site/jazzlyngreenzee ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Thank you for listening🫶🏾

31. Kara Stevens: Alchemising childhood trauma and domestic violence

Welcome to another episode of the Alchemical VOICES podcast!⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Kara is a disabled veteran who learnt about her traumas once she had a safe place to sleep. Now, she shares her story through podcasting and a dark psychological fantasy series, helping others along the way. Soon, to complete her 200-hour yoga certification, she owns her right to share her story. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ In this episode, we touch on: 🎙️Kara’s childhood 🎙️Kara’s experience with CSA 🎙️Kara’s abusive partner 🎙️Alchemising trauma through creativity 🎙️Kara’s work ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Kara’s Instagram ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Did you learn something new? If this episode offered new insights or inspiration, please rate Alchemical VOICES, share the episode with someone it may help and follow the community on Instagram: @misstraumaalchemist ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Want to share your story? If you want to be a guest on the podcast or share your story anonymously, send your application: bio.site/jazzlyngreenzee ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Thank you for listening🫶🏾

30. Totem Spaces: The role of creativity in healing with Heather Gressett & Jazzlyn Greenzee

Welcome to another episode of the Alchemical VOICES podcast!⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Today, I am joined by Heather Gressett from the non-profit organisation Totem. Totem offers an online video community that believes in improving mental wellness through Totem Spaces, a place for communication and self-exploration through storytelling. They believe the best support comes from people who know how to speak your language. “Totem” is also the name for the metaphorical talking stick that is passed around in their Spaces. In this episode, we discuss the role of creativity in healing and the following questions: 🎙️What creative outlets have resonated with you the most and why? 🎙️Why is creativity important both in general and specifically in the process of healing? 🎙️Think of something you created during a tough time: How does revisiting it now help you see your growth? 🎙️Has someone else’s creativity ever felt healing or inspiring to you? 🎙️Imagine creating something to leave as a legacy: What would it be, and what story would it tell about your life and growth? 🎙️What advice would you give someone who feels they aren’t creative but is seeking healing through self-expression?⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Totem Spaces Instagram Totem.org website ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Did you learn something new? If this episode offered new insights or inspiration, please rate Alchemical VOICES, share the episode with someone it may help and follow the community on Instagram: @misstraumaalchemist ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Want to share your story? If you want to be a guest on the podcast or share your story anonymously, send your application: bio.site/jazzlyngreenzee ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Thank you for listening🫶🏾

29. Totem Spaces: Boundaries with Heather Gressett & Jazzlyn Greenzee

Welcome to another episode of the Alchemical VOICES podcast!⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Heather Gressett joins me from the non-profit organisation Totem. Totem offers an online video community that believes in improving mental wellness through Totem Spaces, a place for communication and self-exploration through storytelling. They believe the best support comes from people who know how to speak your language. “Totem” is also the name for the metaphorical talking stick that is passed around in their Spaces. Today’s topic is boundaries, and Heather and I discuss the following questions: 🎙️What has been the hardest part of setting boundaries for you and your recovery journey? 🎙️How do you recognise when a boundary is needed in a relationship, whether personal or professional? 🎙️Have you experienced any guilt or fear around setting boundaries? How have you worked through those feelings? 🎙️What are some specific ways you can communicate your boundaries? 🎙️How do you balance being empathetic and caring for others while maintaining your boundaries?⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Totem Spaces Instagram Totem.org website ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Did you learn something new? If this episode offered new insights or inspiration, please rate Alchemical VOICES, share the episode with someone it may help and follow the community on Instagram: @misstraumaalchemist ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Want to share your story? If you want to be a guest on the podcast or share your story anonymously, send your application: bio.site/jazzlyngreenzee ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Thank you for listening🫶🏾

28. Totem Spaces: Joy amidst pain with Heather Gressett & Jazzlyn Greenzee

Welcome to another episode of the Alchemical VOICES podcast!⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Today’s episode is part two of my four-part series with Heather Gressett from the non-profit organisation Totem. Totem offers an online video community that believes in improving mental wellness through Totem Spaces, a place for communication and self-exploration through storytelling. They believe the best support comes from people who know how to speak your language. “Totem” is also the name for the metaphorical talking stick that is passed around in their Spaces. This episode’s topic is joy amidst pain, and Heather and I discuss the following questions: 🎙️What small joys have you found in your day-to-day life, even while navigating the challenges of healing? 🎙️How do you allow yourself to fully experience joy when it shows up without feeling guilty or undeserving? 🎙️What practices help you cultivate joy even when things feel heavy? 🎙️Can you share a story of a time when you found joy in an unexpected place during a difficult period? 🎙️How can we create space for both grief and joy in our healing journeys?⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Totem Spaces Instagram Totem.org website ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Did you learn something new? If this episode offered new insights or inspiration, please rate Alchemical VOICES, share the episode with someone it may help and follow the community on Instagram: @misstraumaalchemist ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Want to share your story? If you want to be a guest on the podcast or share your story anonymously, send your application: bio.site/jazzlyngreenzee ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Thank you for listening🫶🏾

27. Totem Spaces: Redefining self-worth after trauma with Heather Gressett & Jazzlyn Greenzee

Welcome to another episode of the Alchemical VOICES podcast!⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Today, I am joined by Heather Gressett from the non-profit organisation Totem. Totem offers an online video community that believes in improving mental wellness through Totem Spaces, a place for communication and self-exploration through storytelling. They believe the best support comes from people who know how to speak your language. “Totem” is also the name for the metaphorical talking stick that is passed around in their Spaces. Topics this episode touches on: Redefining self-worth after trauma, and Heather and I discuss the following questions: 🎙️In what ways has trauma impacted how you see yourself? How has it changed your sense of self-worth? 🎙️Who in your life has helped you see your worth even when it’s been hard for you to recognise it? 🎙️What small but meaningful actions help you to reconnect with a sense of self-worth on difficult days? 🎙️How do you define self-worth today, and how is it different from how you defined it before your healing journey?⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Totem Instagram Totem.org website ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Did you learn something new? If this episode offered new insights or inspiration, please rate Alchemical VOICES, share the episode with someone it may help and follow the community on Instagram: @misstraumaalchemist ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Want to share your story? If you want to be a guest on the podcast or share your story anonymously, send your application: bio.site/jazzlyngreenzee ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Thank you for listening🫶🏾

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