Allison in Wonderland

Jeanie Wright of "Happy Mama Body" joins Allison to discuss women's mental and physical health. Jeanie Wright, the founder of The Happy Mama Body, helps mothers heal physically, emotionally, and spiritually.

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https://www.instagram.com/thehappymamabody/

Erica Kesse Discusses: "Do No Harm" and the "Try On Philosophy"

• https://www.yourgoalconcierge.com/

Dr Anita Johnston Discusses Disordered Eating & her book "Eating in the Light of the Moon."

• https://dranitajohnston.com/
• https://lightofthemooncafe.com/

Topics Covered

• Exploring gender identity and self-exploration
• Mental Health Support
• Working from home and its effects on corporate culture
• Navigating conversations around gender identity
• Social Justice
• Corporate Culture
• Mental Health Advocacy
• Navigating the complexities of self-employment and the mental health field

Find Dana Online: www.dramatherapyaustin.com
Dana is queer and trans-non-binary (they/them/their). They provide LGBTQ / LGBTQIA+, polyamory / non-monogamy, and BDSM / kink-affirming services. Dana is neurodivergent (Autistic / ADHD / 2e) with a history of complex PTSD. They believe in the importance of valuing lived experience and peer support when working with marginalized communities.

Show Summary

Dana joined Allison to discuss Drama Therapy, but they very quickly fell down the rabbit hole discussing gender identity and so much more. Dana Sayre and Allison Frye discussed the importance of the need to be sensitive when discussing topics such as sexual identity and gender identity. They also discussed the difficulty of being a late-identified neurodivergent person and the need to be aware of gender bias in diagnosis.

Dana Sayre and Allison Frye discuss the difficulties of finding community and the need for a cultural shift to allow for more flexibility in work and life balance. They also discuss the importance of emotional intimacy and co-regulation in relationships and how the internet can be helpful in finding people with similar interests and identities.

Allison Frye and Dana Sayre discussed the pros and cons of remote work, the need for corporate culture to prioritize work-life balance, and the limitations of the mental health system. They also discussed the need for corporations to make deep changes to create a healthy work environment, even if it costs them something.

Dana Sayre and Allison Frye discussed the difficulty of navigating conversations around gender identity and the importance of self-compassion and accountability when it comes to social justice issues. They also discussed the importance of normalizing pronouns and creating a safe space for people to disclose their gender identity.

Dana Sayre and Allison Frye discussed the importance of exposure to diverse people and experiences to better understand and accept them. They also discussed the need to be aware of what one doesn't know and willing to learn and grow. They highlighted the need to create safe spaces for diverse people and to be accountable to oneself and others to make progress.

Dana Sayre and Allison Frye discussed the complexities of corporate culture, bi-phobia, and the importance of self-compassion and accountability. They also discussed the importance of understanding one's own biases and the need to be respectful of others' triggers. They concluded by discussing the need to find a balance between taking on too much and doing nothing and the importance of committing to an ongoing practice.

Allison Frye and Dana Sayre discussed the difficulties of becoming a licensed creative arts therapist and the need for more advocacy in the mental health system. They also discussed the importance of having a support system during trauma therapy and Allison's plans to use her digital marketing skills to spread mental health awareness.

Dana and Allison discussed the difficulties of self-employment and the challenges of finding a job that fits their interests and skills. They also discussed the difficulties of navigating the mental health system and the importance of finding a therapist that works for them.

TRIGGER WARNING: This episode discusses traumatizing topics such as sexual abuse and suicide. Meeting Summary

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Debi and Allison Frye discussed Debi's book, which covers her experiences from age four to 2012, and the importance of being prepared for the potential success of the podcast. They also discussed Debi's journey of healing and the use of creative activities to help with the process.

Debi experienced physical and psychological abuse from her father and was taken away from her mother at age nine. She and her sister were taken to a group of five people who subjected them to horrific abuse. She felt responsible for protecting her sister and felt shame for not speaking up earlier. She was eventually rescued and had an off-and-on relationship with her father until her mother stopped it.

Debi experienced childhood trauma, which led to her seeking out people who would take care of her. She met her husband during hospitalization, and they had a social outlet of going to parties and engaging in extreme activities. This ultimately led to the end of their marriage when her husband met someone else online. Debi used her magical thinking and creativity to help her cope with her shame and trauma.

Debi found healing through playing with dolls and creating an elaborate dinner for herself. She also found a support group to help her work through her trauma and is now planning to speak about her journey and the skills she used to help others. She also encourages people to keep their safety objects with them in case of triggers.

Allison Frye is advocating for mental health and discussing her journey of learning to live with PTSD and insomnia. She is also working on a website, Journey Through Wonderland, to be an accountability partner, grief partner, and trauma partner for those who don't have a support system. She is taking classes to be a life coach and is exploring resources such as the text crisis line and the sex trafficking rings in her area.

Allison Frye and Debi discussed mental health, coping mechanisms, and the journey of learning about mental health advocacy. They also discussed the benefits of having a publisher versus self-publishing and the importance of suicide prevention. They concluded by expressing their appreciation for each other and their plans to stay in touch.