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EPISODE · May 27, 2026 · 52 MIN

Episode 7: When You're Pushing Your Edges: Creation, Rejection, and Coming Back to Yourself

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This week Lisa and Desi get into the messy, beautiful, uncomfortable truth of creating something new — whether that's a business, a relationship, a new version of yourself, or all of the above. What comes up when you start pushing your edges? Everything that's been waiting to be seen.Desi gets real about the fear of rejection, her inner child work, and what happens when you're running an online event, detoxing from sugar, and hitting burnout all at the same time. Lisa holds space, they do a live "feeler" together, and they talk about what it actually looks like to honor yourself even when it feels like letting people down.In this episode:Why creation always brings up your unhealed parts (on purpose)Inner child work and the fiction we write when someone might say noWhat a "feeler" is and how to use it with the people in your life (outline below!)Energy, vibration, and how you show up in everything you doMicro practices to get back into alignment on hard daysDesi's upcoming free event: Little Girl, Big Healing (June 14–26)Growth doesn't happen in the comfort zone — and neither does this podcast. Come be human with us.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------The "Feeler" Practice A structured space for someone to fully feel their emotions and be witnessed without response or advice.How It WorksOne person asks for a "feeler" — the other agrees to hold space. The holder's only job is to be present, not to respond, fix, or advise.Setting the ContainerTake a few breaths together to arrive and settleThe holder sets a timer for 2–5 minutes based on what is neededThe space should feel safe, supportive, and loving — no interruptions, no reactionsThe Feels / Expressing emotions freelyTimer starts — the person speaks freely on whatever they're feeling or thinkingNo filtering, no performance — just full expressionThe holder stays present and silent, offering their energy as supportClosing the LoopWhen the timer goes off, the holder asks: "Do you feel complete?"If yes → close with a few grounding breaths togetherIf no → extend for another 2–3 minutes if possible, then close with breathLet us know if you try the practice or reach out if you would like for one of us to support you in the practice! -------------------------------------------------------------Join Desi's FREE LIVE Event! Sign up here!! (6/14-6/26)-----------------------------------------------------------🎁 Giveaway ReminderWe’re extending our giveaway through the end of June 🤍Leave a rating or review for the podcast and get entered to win:• A 30-min Akashic Records session with Desi• A 30-min Birth Chart or Oracle Reading with LisaTo enter:Leave a reviewScreenshot itDM us on IG @real.talk.real.healing.podcastIf this episode resonates, share it with someone who’s stepping into something new.Follow along and leave a review to support the podcast 🤍Hang out and follow us on IG!Leave a review, screenshot & DM us on IG - Enter to win a 30 min session with Desi (Akashic reading) and Lisa (Oracle Card or Birth Chart Reading)

This week Lisa and Desi get into the messy, beautiful, uncomfortable truth of creating something new — whether that's a business, a relationship, a new version of yourself, or all of the above. What comes up when you start pushing your edges? Everything that's been waiting to be seen. Desi gets real about the fear of rejection, her inner child work, and what happens when you're running an online event, detoxing from sugar, and hitting burnout all at the same time. Lisa holds space, they do a ...

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