Not Our Trauma Showing Up

In this conversation, co-hosts Deyci and Esme explore the healing power of nature, emphasizing the importance of representation and accessibility in outdoor activities. They share personal stories of reconnecting with nature, discuss the lessons learned from the environment, and encourage listeners to embrace outdoor exploration for mental well-being. Deyci and Esme highlight the significance of community and advocacy for local parks, urging everyone to claim their right to nature.'Healing in Nature: A Journey to Yosemite' (Episode 3 of Not Our Trauma Showing Up Podcast) was shot in Yosemite National Park on March 1, 2025. On this day @ResistanceRangers on Instagram hosted a protest in response to the illegal layoff of federal works on February 14, 2025. Resistance Rangers is a group of 700+ off-duty park rangers, including National Park Service staff illegally fired on 2/14, and seasonal rangers whose jobs were rescinded. Their goal is to mobilize support for rangers and public lands, and inspire people to take action to protect them. ‘Not Our Trauma Showing Up Podcast’ is asking YOU to do three things: 1) follow @ResistanceRangers on Instagram 2) Call your elected representatives and make your voice heard. You can follow this website to see a call script: https://5calls.org/issue/protect-national-parks-nps-nfs/ 3) Talk to your friends and family about National Park’s federal cuts impacting hundred of federal employees and putting at risk the safety and preservation of our beautiful public parks. #ProtectOurParks #SaveOurParks #RehireRangersThis episode features a GIVEAWAY that is open March 3 - March 10 2025. Not Our Trauma Showing Up is giving away HIKING SHOES to one lucky subscriber. Comment on our YouTube channel which National Park is your dream destination!Takeaways Nature is a healing space that everyone deserves to access. Representation in outdoor roles is crucial for community engagement. Exploring nature can help process trauma and promote healing. Local parks and nature should be accessible to all communities. Personal experiences in nature can lead to profound self-discovery. Nature teaches us about the uncontrollable aspects of life. Outdoor activities can foster community and connection among friends. Advocating for local parks is essential for community well-being. Everyone should find their own way to connect with nature. Nature can serve as a reminder of beauty and peace in life.Quotes in Episode 3: "Nothing is really that fucking deeper." "Nature just heals, it's healing for me." "Start with nature where you are." "You deserve that. We all deserve that."

In this episode, Deyci and Esmeralda explore the significance of expressing emotions, particularly anger, and the role of therapy in improving mental health. The conversation delves into cultural perspectives on therapy, coping mechanisms, and personal experiences with emotional expression through art and music. While they both are working through family dynamics, the necessity of setting boundaries, and the significance of self-love, they both understand this is a journey. You can find both self-love poems on instagram @notourtraumashowingup Content warning: This episode includes topics such as childhood trauma, substance use, and personal experiences of mental health disorders. Please skip this episode if you need to. In an emergency, call 911. You can also call the Suicide and Crisis Line at 988. The website used to find Esme's childhood therapist: www.psychologytoday.comSongs mentioned:Best of You Song by Foo FightersMove Along Song by The All-American Rejects Public locations mentioned:San Leandro, CA the Marina ParkTypes of therapy: What is family therapy? https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/treatments/24454-family-therapy What is dyadic care (CA)? https://dyadiccare.ucsf.edu/introhttps://www.dhcs.ca.gov/provgovpart/Pages/Dyadic-Services.aspx What is couple therapy? https://www.psychologytoday.com/intl/therapy-types/couples-therapy#:~:text=Couples%20therapy%20is%20a%20type,%2C%20more%20open%2Dended%20way. Themes explored:What is toxic masculinity? https://adaa.org/learn-from-us/from-the-experts/blog-posts/consumer/what-toxic-masculinity-and-how-it-impacts-mental What is machismo? https://www.michigandaily.com/michigan-in-color/machismo-culture-must-go/ Alcohol as rocket fuel? https://www.quora.com/Why-was-alcohol-water-mixture-used-as-rocket-fuel What is binge drinking? https://www.niaaa.nih.gov/publications/brochures-and-fact-sheets/binge-drinking What are boundaries and why are they important? https://laconciergepsychologist.com/blog/what-are-boundaries/Copings skills mentioned:The science of gratitude lists: https://www.mindful.org/the-science-of-gratitude/#:~:text=Scientists%20who%20have%20studied%20written,according%20to%20peer%2Dreviewed%20research. Mirror affirmations: https://www.odu.edu/equity/civility-month/affirmations#:~:text=One%20of%20the%20best%20ways,it%20positively%20affects%20your%20mindset. When did you stop dancing? https://featheredpipe.com/feathered-pipe-blog/wonder-creativity-carie-garrett/ “In many shamanic societies, if you came to a shaman or medicine person complaining of being disheartened, dispirited, or depressed, they would ask one of four questions: When did you stop dancing? When did you stop singing? When did you stop being enchanted by stories? When did you stop finding comfort in the sweet territory of silence? …Dancing, singing, storytelling, and silence are the four universal healing salves.”Power of dance: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/9395627/#:~:text=Dance%20involves%20the%20culturally%20mediated,ways%20of%20handling%20their%20effects. Box breathing technique: https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/321805 Butterfly Hug grounding technique: https://traumaresearchuk.org/the-butterfly-hug-technique/#:~:text=Easing%20Anxiety%20through%20Self%2DComfort,the%20rhythm%20of%20your%20breath. Feet on the floor grounding technique: https://ysmtherapyomaha.com/center-yourself-with-a-simple-grounding-exercise/ 5-4-3-2-1 technique: https://www.urmc.rochester.edu/behavioral-health-partners/bhp-blog/april-2018/5-4-3-2-1-coping-technique-for-anxiety Humming technique: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-compassionate-brain/202410/the-power-of-humming Link to meditation youtube video: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DGEErIgymin/?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==

In this episode of 'Not Our Trauma Showing Up,' hosts Deyci Carrillo Lopez and Esmeralda Cortez Rosales share their personal journeys, exploring themes of healing, trauma, and friendship.In this episode, Esmeralda and Deyci reflect on their friendship, exploring their early memories, shared experiences, and the challenges they've faced together. They touch on the importance of community, cultural identity, and humor in their relationship, as well as their journey of self-discovery and healing. From their childhood experiences and the impact of trauma on their lives to how their friendship evolved over the years- you will find a piece of yourself in them and their friendship.The conversation also touches on their podcast's origins, the creative process behind it, and their desire to engage with their audience through meaningful discussions and reflections.Homework Links: 30 word self love poem.How To Write a Love Poem to Yourself:https://www.lacountyartsedcollective.org/models-resources/resources/poetry-exercise-how-write-love-poem-yourselfPoetry Exercise Video:https://youtu.be/XG7gKsE9uLoFollow Deyci's businessinstagram.com/puravida510Follow us on our social media @noutourtraumashowingup including TikTok, YouTube, Instagram, and Discord.#trauma#friendship#childhood#podcast#personalgrowth#resilience#familydynamics#grief#community#cultural#identity#stories#humor#podcasting#healing#selfreflection#shared#experiences#navigating#challenges#podcastlife#friends#galentines#selflove#valentines