From Survival to Self: The Work That Keeps Working

As we move into a new year, this episode feels especially meaningful.In today’s conversation, I’m sharing a powerful episode recorded with my longtime friend and fellow coach, Becky, from about a year ago - during a season when both of us were deeply immersed in our own journeys of identity, healing, and self-discovery.At the time, neither of us could have fully known how much would continue to unfold in the months ahead. And yet, listening back now, I’m struck by how relevant and grounding this conversation still is - especially as we reflect on what it means to truly come home to ourselves.Together, we explore:what identity really means beyond labels and roleshow trauma responses can quietly shape who we believe we arethe difference between ego, intuition, and survival energywhy somatic work is essential for creating safety in the bodyhow shame loses its power through compassion and connectionand what it looks like to reclaim belonging from withinWe also talk openly about the early stages of my own healing journey—when I couldn’t answer the question “Who am I?” without collapsing into shame—and the gradual, gentle process of learning to trust my body, my intuition, and myself again.This episode isn’t about having it all figured out.It’s about honoring the small, consistent shifts that create lasting transformation over time.If you’re entering this new year feeling uncertain, tender, or quietly hopeful…If you’re learning to listen to yourself instead of pushing through…If you’re beginning—or continuing—the journey of coming home to who you really are… this conversation is for you.✨ Key ThemesIdentity as an evolving, embodied experienceThe role of somatic healing in self-discoveryShame, self-compassion, and parts workEgo vs. intuition and learning to trust inner wisdomHealing as a process of integration, not perfectionChapters00:00 Introduction to Breakthroughs02:40 The Power of Connection and Friendship05:25 Understanding Identity10:51 The Journey of Self-Discovery16:28 Practical Steps to Embrace Intuition22:07 Transforming Triggers into Triumphs27:37 The Role of Somatic Work in Healing33:24 Creating a Community for Adoptees38:53 Conclusion and Call to ActionKeywordsbreakthrough, identity, self-discovery, somatic work, intuition, trauma, healing, friendship, community, empowermentGet the Ego vs Intuition Slide Deck here -https://www.cominghometoself.co/offers/oLhNBhLZ/checkoutConnect with Becky here - https://www.instagram.com/becky_aste/WebsiteInstagram: @juliebrumley_Facebook: julierasbrumTikTok: @juliebrumley_Click to Join My Free Adoptee Facebook GroupYou Tube: @julie_brumley