EPISODE · May 12, 2026 · 58 MIN
You’re Not Lost - You’re Becoming: Luna Westish on Identity, Curiosity, and Creative Courage
from JOY Unfiltered: Joy is the strategy · host Rachel
Send us Fan MailWhat if the life you’re building isn’t about perfection… but about curiosity?In this deeply honest and expansive conversation, Rachel sits down with author, traveler, and creative soul Luna Westish to explore identity, reinvention, and what it really means to become who you are—on your own terms.From leaving a high-control religion to navigating parenthood, neurodivergence, and creative expression, Luna shares a powerful story of self-discovery that will resonate with anyone who has ever asked: Who am I now?This episode is a reminder that you don’t need a complete roadmap. You just need the next right step.🎙️ We talk about: Rebuilding identity after major life shifts Why curiosity is more powerful than judgment The truth about perfectionism (and where it comes from) Neurodivergence, creativity, and self-acceptance Why you don’t need permission to call yourself a writer, artist, or leader The healing power of storytelling—especially through fiction And of course, we dive into Luna’s novel Meet Me at the Ruins, a reflective, cross-genre story about identity, belonging, and love.If you’ve been feeling stuck, boxed in, or unsure of your next move… this episode will gently crack open the door.Purchase the book (also available on Amazon): https://bookshop.org/a/115025/9798986371665Social Media Links:https://www.instagram.com/lunawestishhttps://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61576278556728https://www.tiktok.com/lunawestishAuthor website:www.lunawestish.comNon-fiction writing: https://www.medium.com/@allisonbishinsSupport the showConnect with RachelJoy-Led Leadership ForumTake the Pledge to send 1 Text a DayThe JOY ProjectJoy is THE StrategyInstagramLinkedInYouTube Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Send us Fan Mail What if the life you’re building isn’t about perfection… but about curiosity? In this deeply honest and expansive conversation, Rachel sits down with author, traveler, and creative soul Luna Westish to explore identity, reinvention, and what it really means to become who you are—on your own terms. From leaving a high-control religion to navigating parenthood, neurodivergence, and creative expression, Luna shares a powerful story of self-discovery that will resonate with anyon...
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