Two Therapists Walk Into A Podcast

Episode 38: Rebuilding Meaning (Series 7: Faith, Fear, and the Nervous System)

In this final episode of the series, hosts Stephanie Edsall and Robin Green discuss the journey of finding meaning after leaving established belief systems. They explore the disorientation that can come from losing a structured sense of purpose and how spirituality can be redefined through personal experiences. The conversation emphasizes the importance of embodiment in rebuilding meaning and introduces the next series focused on autoimmune conditions in women, highlighting the often misunderstood experiences of their health.

 

Episode 37.5 What Your Body Remembers, Even After You Leave (Mini Episode) Series 7: Faith, Fear, and the Nervous System

Summary

In this episode, the hosts discuss the complexities of how our bodies respond to emotional triggers, especially after leaving significant relationships or situations. They emphasize that the nervous system retains memories of safety and danger, which can lead to unexpected reactions even after moving on. The conversation highlights the importance of understanding these responses as part of the healing process, rather than a sign of failure. Practical strategies for navigating these emotional triggers are also shared, reinforcing the idea that healing is a non-linear journey.

 

Episode 37: Leaving Without Leaving Yourself (Series 7: Faith, Fear, and the Nervous System)

In this episode, the hosts discuss the emotional and psychological costs associated with leaving belief systems, communities, or identities. They explore the complexities of attachment, the coexistence of relief and grief, and the importance of building new connections after leaving. The conversation emphasizes that leaving can be a necessary step for personal growth, even if it comes with feelings of loss and uncertainty. The hosts provide insights on how to navigate these feelings and foster a sense of belonging in new ways.

 

Episode 36: When Intuition Was Called Sin (Series 7: Faith, Fear, and the Nervous System)

In this episode of 'Two Therapists Walk Into A Podcast,' hosts Stephanie Edsall and Robin Green look more into the complexities of intuition and the impact of external authority on our inner signals. They discuss how repeated self-override can lead to a disconnection from one's instincts, making it difficult to trust oneself. The conversation emphasizes the importance of recognizing and validating internal sensations without the need for interpretation or judgment, encouraging listeners to create a space for their feelings to exist as they are. The episode also offers practical tools for reconnecting with intuition, highlighting that this process is not about making immediate decisions but about fostering a deeper awareness of one's bodily sensations and responses.

 

Episode 35: Authority, Obedience, and the Loss of Self (Series 7: Faith, Fear, and the Nervous System)

In this episode of 'Two Therapists Walk Into a Podcast', hosts Stephanie Edsall and Robin Green explore the themes of shame, obedience, and the impact of internal authority on the nervous system. They discuss how obedience can become an unconscious bodily strategy that replaces a sense of autonomy, leading to various coping mechanisms. The conversation emphasizes the importance of micro choices in rebuilding trust and internal authority, highlighting that healing is a non-linear journey.

 

Episode 34: Purity, Shame, and the Nervous System (Series 7: Faith, Fear, and the Nervous System)

In this episode, the hosts explore the concept of shame, particularly how it is learned and its impact on the nervous system. They discuss the influence of purity culture on emotional regulation and how shame can manifest in the body. The conversation emphasizes that shame is not a personal flaw but a learned behavior that can affect one's sense of safety and belonging. The hosts provide insights on how to navigate feelings of shame and the importance of distinguishing between inherited moral rules and bodily signals.

 

Episode 33: When Fear Was Framed as Faith (Series 7: Faith, Fear, and the Nervous System)

In this episode, hosts Stephanie Edsall and Robin Green introduce a new series focused on the relationship between faith, fear, safety, and the nervous system.

They explore how fear can be intertwined with moral beliefs and authority, affecting personal growth and self-trust. The conversation emphasizes the importance of understanding the nervous system's role in processing fear and the need for tools to navigate these feelings. The episode concludes with reflections on the journey of healing and the non-linear nature of personal growth.

 

Episode 32: Radical Hope: Feeding the Soul in a Burning World (Series 6: The World Is On Fire: Collective Trauma and the Search for Hope

 

In this episode, the hosts explore the concept of radical hope, emphasizing its emergence after loss and trauma. They discuss the nature of hope as a capacity rather than a mood, the importance of the nervous system in processing emotions, and the complexities of joy. The conversation highlights the role of creativity in coping and the significance of acknowledging one's experiences without the pressure to 'fix' them. The episode concludes series 6, and the episode ends with reflections on the journey of healing and the transition from survival to meaning.