Soul Medicine with Dawn Stilwell

Send us Fan MailLife doesn’t ask permission before it hurts you.Betrayal. Loss. Disappointment. The moments that knock the wind out of you and leave you wondering how you’re supposed to move forward.In this episode, Dawn shares real experiences from her own life—from childhood bullying to deep personal betrayal—and explores the quiet but powerful choice we all face:Will this make you bitter… or will you find a way to let it make you better?This isn’t about toxic positivity or pretending things didn’t hurt. It’s about acknowledging the pain, honoring where you are, and gently reclaiming your power—one choice at a time.If you’re carrying something heavy, this episode is a reminder: You don’t have to rush your healing… but you do get to choose your direction.Support the showSoul Medicine is created and hosted by Dawn Stilwell.Explore episodes, writing, and related work at iamdawnstilwell.ca.Presented by Mediatopia Inc.

Send us Fan MailThere is a moment waiting for you… not in the next task, not in the rush—but right here.In this episode of Soul Medicine, Dawn shares a simple but powerful reminder: life isn’t meant to be lived at full speed all the time. Sometimes, it’s found in the quiet moments—like a warm cup of hazelnut coffee, a purring cat, and the sound of birds in the morning.After a season of constant busyness and juggling too much, Dawn reflects on what it means to slow down, be present, and actually enjoy the life you’re living—one small moment at a time.If you’ve been rushing, planning, or living three steps ahead… this is your invitation to pause.To breathe. To notice. To savor.It’s time to stop… and smell the hazelnut coffee. Support the showSoul Medicine is created and hosted by Dawn Stilwell.Explore episodes, writing, and related work at iamdawnstilwell.ca.Presented by Mediatopia Inc.

Send us Fan MailWe hear it all the time: kindness costs nothing.But what if that’s not entirely true?In this episode, I talk about the kind of kindness that does cost something—your time, your energy, your emotional bandwidth… sometimes even your peace. The kind that isn’t talked about as much.This isn’t about becoming less kind. It’s about becoming more honest.Because when kindness turns into overgiving, resentment, or self-abandonment… it stops being kindness altogether.You’re allowed to be a kind person and still have limits. You’re allowed to say no and still be loving. You’re allowed to protect your peace.Let your kindness come from truth—not fear. And let it include you.Support the showSoul Medicine is created and hosted by Dawn Stilwell.Explore episodes, writing, and related work at iamdawnstilwell.ca.Presented by Mediatopia Inc.

Send us Fan MailThere was a time when I was holding everything together during the day… and falling apart at night.After losing my marriage, my church, and the support system I thought I had, it felt like everything had been pulled out from under me. I was doing my best to stay strong for my kids, but when the house got quiet, that’s when it all caught up with me.In this episode, I share what I did during that season — not because I had a plan, but because I needed something to hold onto. What I listened to, what I started telling myself, and how those small shifts began to rebuild me from the inside out.This is about learning to speak kindly to yourself… especially when you need it the most. Soul Medicine is about giving you back to yourself. Support the showSoul Medicine is created and hosted by Dawn Stilwell.Explore episodes, writing, and related work at iamdawnstilwell.ca.Presented by Mediatopia Inc.

Send us Fan MailI was told I had demons.Not metaphorically—literally. And I believed it.I spent six years in a church that focused heavily on deliverance and being “set free.” I went through dozens of sessions trying to fix what I was told was wrong with me.But when my life started falling apart and I went looking for support, I was told I was the problem.This episode isn’t about tearing anything down. It’s about what it feels like to trust the wrong voices when you’re vulnerable… and what it costs to finally walk away.If you’ve ever been in something that didn’t feel right—but you thought it was just you… you’re not alone.Support the showSoul Medicine is created and hosted by Dawn Stilwell.Explore episodes, writing, and related work at iamdawnstilwell.ca.Presented by Mediatopia Inc.

Send us Fan Mail“I hope you have a good day.”It’s something we say all the time — but what if we truly meant it?In this episode of Soul Medicine, Dawn reflects on the quiet power of that simple phrase and the small moments that can make an ordinary day feel good. Not perfect — just gently, unexpectedly good.Take a few minutes to pause, breathe, and receive this small blessing for the day ahead.✨ May something kind find its way to you today. ✨ May you notice one moment of beauty. ✨ May you remember that your life matters.Support the showSoul Medicine is created and hosted by Dawn Stilwell.Explore episodes, writing, and related work at iamdawnstilwell.ca.Presented by Mediatopia Inc.

Send us Fan MailWe all have a former version of ourselves we sometimes cringe at.The one who believed differently. Chose differently. Did things we wouldn’t do now.But what if growth doesn’t require shame?In this episode of Soul Medicine, Dawn reflects on the quiet work of integration — learning to see your past self through compassion instead of judgment. Because rejecting who you used to be only creates more harm inside.Nothing was wasted. Every chapter shaped you.And when you can finally accept the person you were, it becomes easier to extend that same grace to others.Companion PDF available - https://soulmedicine.gumroad.com/l/You-dont-have-to-hate-who-you-used-to-beSupport the showSoul Medicine is created and hosted by Dawn Stilwell.Explore episodes, writing, and related work at iamdawnstilwell.ca.Presented by Mediatopia Inc.

Send us Fan MailYou don’t have to earn your worth. You don’t have to prove it. And you don’t have to be “better” before you’re allowed to rest.In this Soul Medicine reflection, Dawn offers a gentle space to pause and remember what may have been buried under self-criticism, survival, and constant self-improvement.This is not a lesson or a fix. It’s a place to breathe, soften, and stay with yourself — exactly as you are.If you’re tired of hustling for wholeness, if self-kindness feels complicated, or if you just need a few quiet minutes of companionship,this reflection is for you. An extended Soul Medicine experience of this reflection is available on Gumroad for those who wish to stay longer. Support the showSoul Medicine is created and hosted by Dawn Stilwell.Explore episodes, writing, and related work at iamdawnstilwell.ca.Presented by Mediatopia Inc.

Send us Fan MailBeing on Your Own Side: Choosing Yourself GentlySelf-love gets talked about a lot — and somehow still ends up feeling like another thing to get right.In this episode of Soul Medicine, Dawn explores a more livable version of loving yourself. Not the mirror-pep-talk kind. Not the “feel amazing about yourself at all times” kind. But the kind that stays, makes room for imperfection, and doesn’t turn your life into a constant improvement project.This is a reflection for anyone who’s tired of self-criticism disguised as motivation, and curious about what it might look like to simply be on their own side.You don’t have to like yourself every day. You don’t have to earn kindness. You just have to stop abandoning yourself.Support the showSoul Medicine is created and hosted by Dawn Stilwell.Explore episodes, writing, and related work at iamdawnstilwell.ca.Presented by Mediatopia Inc.

Send us Fan MailMaybe You’re Not a ProblemWhat if the urge to constantly fix yourself is part of what’s exhausting you?In this episode of Soul Medicine, Dawn gently questions the idea that you’re broken, behind, or in need of constant improvement. With warmth, honesty, and a touch of humour, this reflection is for anyone who’s tired of treating their life like a self-help project.This is an invitation to pause the fixing, loosen the grip, and consider a quieter truth: maybe you’re not a problem at all.You don’t need to earn rest. You don’t need to perfect yourself. You’re allowed to be human.Support the showSoul Medicine is created and hosted by Dawn Stilwell.Explore episodes, writing, and related work at iamdawnstilwell.ca.Presented by Mediatopia Inc.

Send us Fan MailWhen the Hustle StopsWhat happens when the busyness ends — and rest doesn’t feel peaceful yet?In this Soul Medicine episode, Dawn reflects on the moment after the hustle, when survival mode winds down and you’re left with quiet, uncertainty, and the work of integration.This episode is for anyone who’s been strong for a long time, who feels restless in stillness, or who is learning how to rest without guilt.You don’t need to fix anything here. You don’t need to earn your rest. You’re allowed to arrive slowly.Support the showSoul Medicine is created and hosted by Dawn Stilwell.Explore episodes, writing, and related work at iamdawnstilwell.ca.Presented by Mediatopia Inc.

Send us Fan MailIn this very first episode of Soul Medicine, Dawn Stillwell invites us into a new way of being — one that doesn’t demand constant strength, perfection, or performance.This is the truth-telling, blessing-whispering beginning of a space where softness is sacred and spirals are holy. If you’re tired of pretending to be okay, this episode is for you.Want the companioin journaling PDF? Download it here on Gumroad.You are not broken. You’re becoming. Let’s begin, together.Support the showSoul Medicine is created and hosted by Dawn Stilwell.Explore episodes, writing, and related work at iamdawnstilwell.ca.Presented by Mediatopia Inc.

Send us Fan MailHave you ever felt a spark inside — a dream or a project calling to you — but immediately thought, "Who am I to do that?" In this uplifting episode of Dawnings, Dawn Stillwell invites you to flip that question on its head and ask instead: Why not you?Drawing from her own powerful journey of self-discovery and transformation, Dawn shares how she broke free from limiting beliefs, reprogrammed her mindset, and stepped into her true potential. She reminds us that the dreams in your heart aren’t random — they’re a divine nudge toward your highest self.Whether you’re thinking of writing a book, launching a new project, or simply stepping into a more authentic version of yourself, this episode will inspire you to believe in your own worthiness and take bold action.You don’t need permission from anyone else — just from yourself.Tune in and get the encouragement you need to stop asking "Who am I?" and start saying, "Why not me?"Support the showSoul Medicine is created and hosted by Dawn Stilwell.Explore episodes, writing, and related work at iamdawnstilwell.ca.Presented by Mediatopia Inc.

Send us Fan Mail In this unfiltered episode of Dawnings, host Dawn Stillwell takes a heartfelt walk down memory lane—from the well-behaved appearances of childhood in the '70s and '80s to the liberating discovery of her true self in adulthood. Dawn unpacks how the pressure to "look right" often masks our most beautiful, authentic selves—and how that hiding can keep us from finding our true tribe. With humor and honesty, she explores the soul work of embracing who we are, accepting others as they are, and finding peace in the situations we can’t control. Whether you’ve found your own little group of weirdos or you’re still searching, this episode will remind you: acceptance—of self, others, and life as it is—is the real path to peace. Support the showSoul Medicine is created and hosted by Dawn Stilwell.Explore episodes, writing, and related work at iamdawnstilwell.ca.Presented by Mediatopia Inc.

Send us Fan MailYou didn’t lose your faith—you just couldn’t keep pretending. Sanctified-ish is a podcast for the ones who still talk to God but don’t feel at home in the pews anymore. For the ones who love Jesus but side-eye church culture. For the ones who tried to stay quiet—but started asking better questions instead.Hosted by a former church insider turned holy troublemaker, this show is your permission slip to deconstruct without self-destructing. Expect honest conversations, spiritual real talk, and the occasional eye roll at things we were once told were “biblical.”If you’re somewhere between a testimony and a breakdown, welcome home. You’re not alone—and you’re not crazy. Just sanctified-ish.Support the showSoul Medicine is created and hosted by Dawn Stilwell.Explore episodes, writing, and related work at iamdawnstilwell.ca.Presented by Mediatopia Inc.

Send us Fan Mail So… turns out God’s not the fire-breathing sky boss I grew up fearing. In this episode, I dive into how Conversations with God flipped my script on who (or what) God really is. Spoiler: there’s a lot more love, a lot less lightning bolts. Join me as I unpack the divine plot twist that took me from pews and punishment to peace and perspective. It’s honest, it’s heretical (probably), and it’s got 100% less damnation. You're welcome. Support the showSoul Medicine is created and hosted by Dawn Stilwell.Explore episodes, writing, and related work at iamdawnstilwell.ca.Presented by Mediatopia Inc.

Send us Fan MailHave you ever felt like you’re too broken, too flawed, or too far gone to deserve anything good? In this episode, we’re unpacking that heavy label—damaged goods—and tossing it out for good. Whether it’s from what people have said, how they’ve treated you, or messages you’ve internalized over time, it’s easy to start believing you’re not worthy. But here’s the truth: you are not broken beyond repair. You are worthy of love, joy, healing, and good things—just as you are. Let’s talk about how to start seeing yourself through a different lens and embracing your wholeness. Support the showSoul Medicine is created and hosted by Dawn Stilwell.Explore episodes, writing, and related work at iamdawnstilwell.ca.Presented by Mediatopia Inc.

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, we dive into what it really means to embrace authenticity—not just as a buzzword, but as a brave, everyday practice. I’m sharing personal reflections, a few hard-earned lessons, and the freedom that comes when we stop performing and start showing up as our true selves. If you’ve ever felt torn between who you are and who you think you should be, this one’s for you. Pardon the occasional background noise.....recorded on location, not in studio!Support the showSoul Medicine is created and hosted by Dawn Stilwell.Explore episodes, writing, and related work at iamdawnstilwell.ca.Presented by Mediatopia Inc.

Send us Fan MailWe have the power to transform lives through simple acts of recognition and positive affirmation by telling people about the good we see in them. Speaking kindness costs nothing but can have profound effects on both the giver and receiver, creating safe spaces where people feel seen and valued.• The "Tell Them" concept focuses on actively telling people when you notice something good about them• Many people are longing for kind words and recognition in their daily lives• Creating safe spaces for others helps them grow, take risks, and be their authentic selves• Speaking positivity to others can become a movement against the prevalent negativity in society• Small actions like complimenting strangers or acknowledging kindness can make someone's day• The power of life and death is in the tongue—choose to speak life to others• Practice self-kindness by acknowledging your own positive qualities too• Being positive is a choice that requires awareness and intentional actionStart noticing the good in others and telling them about it today. You'll not only brighten someone else's day but also cultivate more positivity in your own life.Support the showSoul Medicine is created and hosted by Dawn Stilwell.Explore episodes, writing, and related work at iamdawnstilwell.ca.Presented by Mediatopia Inc.