Uncovering Our Authentic Self Through Inner Child Work + the Right Relationships (with Janna Estrada)

Fellow therapist-in-training Janna Estrada shares about her journey uncovering her authentic self, from not being able to speak up for herself and being overwhelmed by big emotions to doing therapy and finding the right relationships that align with her values. Janice and Janna also chat about the transformational work they've done "re-parenting" their inner child and working compassionately with their protective adaptations to trauma.This episode covers:Janna’s life before her healing journeyThe break-up that changed Janna’s pathIsolation, navigating big emotions, and feeling unsupportedReflection: Who really shows up for me?What finally pushed Janna into therapy despite the stigmaJanna’s and Janice’s first experiences trying therapy"Re-parenting" our child self/partsWhat supports have helped Janna to heal and growHow not being with the right people impact our self-worthIdentifying our most important values Aligning our values with our relationshipsExploring the fear of speaking upDoing the inner work to make setting boundaries effectiveFinding support for our defense mechanismsSubscribe on YouTube: @thesoulsworkpodcastRate & review the podcast:Apple PodcastsPodchasersSpotifywww.TheSoulsWorkPodcast.comConnect with Janna Estrada:Instagram: @jannabakesTikTok: @jannabakesListen to all The Soul's Work Podcast episodes: www.thesoulsworkpodcast.com----- Janice is a therapist-in-training and not licensed to work with clients.DISCLAIMER: The content in the podcast and on this webpage is not intended to constitute or be a substitute for working with a professional mental health or healing practitioner.