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Today's episode is a heavy one but with plenty of laughs along the way.
Joining me from all the way in Ireland, Ronika Merl- activist, artists, screenwriter, and poet- sits down with me to discuss trauma and the lives we live. She, herself, has lived quite a few.
The episode starts with Ronika sharing about her upbringing, where she lived two drastically different lives, both of them having there own issues.
From there, we get into a discussion on the fear of loss, pivoting toward what we need to let go and what we need to keep. We assess the negative connotation with loss, and how changing our view on what we are letting go of, rather than losing it, can help make decisions easier or more positive. This leads into us discussing toxic relationships for a while.
After that, we get into the relationships Ronika had, focusing on when she dated a biker gang member, which endangered her life and drastically changed it. She shares with us the change that took place in his life after she left him, and how people change, while also discussing forgiveness and empathy. This includes when she became a prostitute, which leads to our conversation on sexual intimacy and relationships.
From that, we shift into parenting and parenthood- particularly how becoming a parent can change how we view our own childhood trauma and our parents.
We end with Ronika finding solace in writing and activism. She shares how she helps people tell their stories, and the impact creativity had on escaping some of the worst parts of her life.
Overall, this episode offers valuable insights into overcoming trauma, the importance of self-worth, and the journey towards a healthier, more authentic life.
https://www.ronikamerl.com/
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Jan 12 202543 mins