Unraveled with Laurita Gorman

Sometimes the unexpected happens and life as we know it changes in an instant. In May 2022, Laurita launched her podcast out into the world with plans to upload new episodes regularly, but after only a few short weeks she received a phone call that no one ever wants to get. After the initial shock of the news, Laurita navigated some challenging triggers and intrusive thoughts and embarked on a healing journey she didn’t realize she needed. In this episode, Laurita is interviewed by her partner Andy and the two of them share their individual and collective experience of what it was like navigating the challenges they faced and how they worked through it, together. Episode Highlights: Why we need to honour all parts of ourselves and embrace difficult emotions The importance of discernment Trusting your body and being your own advocate Nervous system regulation as a lifestyle Renegotiating trauma Surrendering to the process of healing, no matter how long it takes Why healing is about being honest Grieving old versions of ourselves Authentic gratitude and acceptance The gift of feeling alive The need for personal growth work to prepare for crisis Where to find Laurita Gorman: Instagram: @wildlyunraveled Website: www.lauritagorman.com Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please subscribe so you never miss an episode, share with your friends, and be sure to rate and review wherever you are listening! Thank you for your support!

Life can really throw up some curveballs from time to time and knock us off our feet. In today's episode, our guest Shannon shares her story of grief, pain, and difficult life transitions and how she cultivated resilience and embraced forgiveness to help her move forward despite the pain she was feeling. Nobody knows what people are experiencing behind closed doors, so it's important to always remain compassionate and kind towards others. Shannon also talks about the courage it takes to talk openly about breakups and to celebrate the bravery it takes to make hard choices. She shares how she was able to grow through the challenges she faced and connect back to what matters in life. After launching her first business in high school, Shannon had a lot of pivotal moments in her career. From running fitness groups, to teaching yoga, and to becoming a self-taught full-time wedding photographer, Shannon learns valuable life lessons and evolves through her experiences. Episode Highlights: Connect with Shannon Leigh Hastings: Instagram: @slhastings Website: www.essandelleco.com Where to find Laurita Gorman: Instagram: @wildlyunraveled Website: www.lauritagorman.com Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please subscribe, share with your friends, and be sure to rate and review wherever you are listening! Thank you for your support!

Perfectionism is something many of us experience and is often driven from shame, anxiety, or fear - but it's not something we should always vilify. This conversation with our guest, Jake, lends itself to a new way of looking at perfectionism and rather than trying to stop being a perfectionist, we are invited to embrace perfectionism as a skill set instead. In this episode, Jake and I talk about the 8 modes of perfectionism, how to cultivate compassion, and the journey of embracing who we really are. Jake is a writer, social worker, and psychotherapist and works primarily with children and teens who have experienced trauma, relational challenges, and mental health issues. Being vulnerable, finding our inner voice, and embracing our sense of self can feel challenging. Jake shares his vulnerable experience of writing a letter to his late father - an experience that supported him with renegotiating an important and tender period in his life. Episode Highlights: Connect with Jake Ernst: Instagram: @mswjake Twitter: @mswjake A Letter From A Gay Son To His Late Father Where to find Laurita Gorman: Instagram: @wildlyunraveled Website: www.lauritagorman.com Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please subscribe, share with your friends, and be sure to rate and review wherever you are listening! Thank you for your support!

Welcome to the Unraveled Podcast - a space for having meaningful conversations about what it means to be human. Are you ready to unravel from the patterns, beliefs, and conditioning that have been holding you back? Join Laurita Gorman, Somatic Psychotherapist & Trauma Specialist, as she shares captivating stories, embodied practices, and powerful insights to support you in reclaiming your voice, power and body so you can feel grounded, empowered, and free. In this introduction episode, Laurita shares what the Unraveled Podcast is all about, who these episodes are for, how it can support you in your own healing journey, and what to expect as a listener. She also talks about what inspired her to birth this podcast into the world and shares a behind the scene story about what was holding her back from launching this project, an experience she believes many people can relate to. Laurita opens up with honesty in this episode, and that is exactly what you can expect from the Unraveled conversations - real people sharing real stories about what it means to be human. Episode Highlights: Where to find Laurita Gorman: Instagram: @wildlyunraveled Website: www.lauritagorman.com Did you enjoy this episode? If you did, please subscribe so you never miss an episode, share with your friends, and be sure to rate and review wherever you are listening! Thank you for your support!