Carl Jung, Recovery & LGBTQ Healing with Gregory Fisher

In Season 3, Episode 9 of the Element Q Podcast, TJ Woodward and Gregory Fisher explore the profound difference between managing symptoms and discovering the wholeness that already exists beneath our coping strategies. Together, they unpack internalized shame, spiritual bypassing, LGBTQ+ identity, addiction recovery, compassion, Carl Jung's shadow work, and why healing begins when we stop believing we're broken. Gregory shares his remarkable story of coming out as a Southern Baptist minister, navigating recovery for nearly four decades, and learning to embrace the six-year-old version of himself who had long carried shame. The conversation offers practical wisdom for anyone recovering from addiction, trauma, religious conditioning, or simply trying to live a more authentic life. In this episode, you'll discover: Why your coping strategies are not your identity The difference between healing and fixing yourself How spiritual bypassing can delay authentic recovery Carl Jung's shadow work and its connection to modern healing Healing internalized shame and self-rejection The role of compassion in recovery Why LGBTQ+ experiences can become profound sources of wisdom Transforming activism through love instead of anger Why recovery is a lifelong journey—not a destination How embracing your authentic self creates lasting freedom If this conversation resonates with you, subscribe, leave a comment, and share this episode with someone who may need to hear it. 🔗 Learn more: Element Q Healing: https://www.elementqhealingcenter.com TJ Woodward: https://www.tjwoodward.com Gregory Fisher: https://gregoryfisher.life