Navigating the emotional landscape of cancer with Stefanie Anne Rico, Trauma-Informed Therapist

Carolyn welcomes trauma-informed therapist and integrated wellness practitioner, Stefanie Anne Rico on to the pod. On this episode, we explore themes of community, ancestry and spirituality through healing and grieving. Your questions lead Carolyn and Stefanie through a discussion on community, culture, healthy communication, and navigating the emotional landscape of cancer - while emphasizing the need for understanding in both personal and professional contexts. Put on some soft pants and cozy up with us for this conversation.(00:25)-Welcome to our conversation!(04:21)-Community and Its Significance(09:04)-Navigating Grief and Personal Loss(12:25)-Everyone Has a Connection to Cancer(14:15)-My Roots Are My Superpower(19:18)-Surrendering When Fighting For Your Life(23:28)-Decolonizing Therapy and Embracing Diversity(25:25)-Understanding Bias and Perspectives in Therapeutic Relationships(29:08)-Question from Kate (29:38)-Communicating Needs in Times of Crisis(33:30)-The Emotional Landscape of Caregiving(37:48)-Finding Your Community(38:50)-Question from Aparna(41:40)-It Starts With Us(45:40)-Seeking Familiarity When Thrusted into Chaos (46:00)-Question from Francine(48:40)-Caregivers Need Care Too(52:00)-A Sense of Agency For Cancer Patients ______________________Learn more about Stefanie Anne Rico, Integrated Wellness Practitioner at ⁠⁠⁠https://www.stefanieannerico.com/⁠What did you resonate with? We'd love to know! Leave us a comment or give us a rating! Share this with someone in your life who might also appreciate this episode. Subscribe to CANDIDLY WITH CAROLYN on Apple, Spotify, everywhere podcasts are found. Have a question for a future episode? Email us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow @candidlythepod ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.candidlythepod.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠__The views and opinions expressed do not represent the opinions of any podcast partners - but rather solely of the podcast author, or individuals participating in the podcast at the very moment of recording. We are all human and are constantly learning and evolving.  What is shared in these conversations is for consideration only. This podcast must not be in place of official professional research, medical advice, mental health advice, mental health counselling or therapy, or as imparting any health care recommendations at all. While those on the podcast might have lived and professional experiences with cancer, it is important to seek support from health professionals who can take the time to assess and analyze your specific circumstance.