The wisdom to heal is already inside you—but what happens when trauma disconnects you from that wisdom? That's the powerful question at the heart of my conversation with Julian Bermudez, owner of a Psychedelic Integration Trauma Therapy practice in Portland, OR.

Julian shares his journey from a painful childhood—bouncing between parents who saw him as a burden—to becoming a therapist who mirrors others so they can truly see themselves. This mirroring, he explains, is the essence of therapy: helping people reconnect with parts of themselves they've disconnected from as a survival strategy.

We explore how humans have two fundamental needs: attachment & authenticity. When expressing our authentic emotions threatens our attachments—as happens in many families—we learn to suppress parts of ourselves, creating disconnection that follows us into adulthood. This plays out as achievement-seeking, people-pleasing, addiction, or the pursuit of power and status—all attempts to fill the void of unworthiness planted in childhood.

Julian challenges modern parenting approaches like "cry it out" methods, explaining how babies physically download regulation from mature nervous systems through touch and connection. The societal shift away from this natural process has created generations of disconnection, with over half of children now medicated for emotional experiences that are actually natural responses to unmet attachment needs.

What makes Julian's approach transformative is his belief that therapy isn't about fixing something broken—it's about reconnecting with the wholeness already within us. Through plant medicine and psychedelic integration, he helps people identify patterns originating in childhood wounds, develop awareness of triggers, and cultivate the agency to respond differently to life's challenges.

The next time you feel "triggered" by someone, remember Julian's powerful metaphor: a trigger is just a small mechanism that sets off a reaction. The question isn't who pulled the trigger, but who's carrying the explosive ammunition within? By turning toward our pain rather than projecting it outward, we can break cycles of trauma that have persisted for generations.

Connect with Julian : https://www.psychedelic-integration.net/ or on Instagram @psychedlicintegration

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xx Hannah

Have you ever wondered why your body seems to fight against your best intentions, especially when it comes to food cravings and health goals? The answer might be more fascinating than you think.

Functional health practitioner Stefanie Adler (5/2 Splenic Projector) takes us on an eye-opening journey through the misunderstood world of nutrition, challenging everything we've been taught about healthy eating. From her own transformation healing childhood IBS through diet changes when medications failed, to her current work helping women reclaim their hormone health and fertility, Stefanie offers a refreshing perspective grounded in both ancestral wisdom and modern functional medicine.

"Salt is like the kid on the playground who somehow got a bad reputation, but it's actually a really good kid," Stefanie explains, shattering the myth that all salt is harmful. This conversation delves into why high-quality, mineral-rich salt is essential for proper bodily function, while revealing how commercial table salts have been stripped of their beneficial properties.

Perhaps most surprising is the revelation about gut bacteria's profound influence on our behavior and cravings. "If you've ever wanted to quit sugar but felt it was absolutely impossible, it might not be about your willpower," Stefanie shares. "It's probably about the bacteria in your gut literally sending signals to your brain saying 'eat the sugar' until you cave." This gut-brain connection extends to mental health, with emerging research suggesting conditions from anxiety to schizophrenia may have roots in gut imbalances.

The discussion on fertility brings particular clarity to couples struggling to conceive, connecting modern environmental toxins and nutrient deficiencies to reproductive challenges. Rather than overwhelming listeners, Stefanie offers practical, manageable steps toward better health, emphasizing that even small changes can yield significant benefits.

Ready to transform your relationship with food and reclaim your body's innate wisdom? This episode will empower you to become "the sovereign of your body" and make informed choices that support true cellular health.

Connect with Stefanie on IG @ stefanieadlerwellness

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xx Hannah

Summer brings a natural surge of energy & activity, but what if we could experience this vibrant season without ending up exhausted and depleted? That's exactly what we're diving into today in today's solo pod.

Claiming this as "the best summer of my life" (and inviting you to do the same), I'm sharing how understanding your Human Design energy type creates a foundation for sustainable summer energy. Whether you're a Generator needing to follow what genuinely lights you up, a Manifestor honoring your sprint-and-rest cycles, a Manifesting Generator learning to say no despite FOMO, a Projector requiring intentional breaks, or a Reflector following surprise and delight – your energy type offers a roadmap to summer alignment.

For women, I explain how our menstrual cycles create another layer of energetic awareness. By aligning summer activities, you can honor your body's natural rhythms instead of pushing through. This isn't just theory – I share personal examples of how this understanding has transformed my approach to social plans and self-care.

The cultural narrative tells us that pushing harder equals greater happiness, but my experience shows the opposite is true. The less I do, the more mindfully I check in with my body, the greater flow I experience.

As a practical tool, I teach the cooling Sitali breath to help regulate your nervous system when summer intensity feels overwhelming. This simple technique brings you back to embodiment – the true superpower behind sustainable energy.

What if, instead of reaching September feeling drained, you finish summer feeling deeply nourished? Join me in this conversation about creating a summer guided by alignment rather than obligation. Be sure to follow me on Instagram for more nervous system regulation practices as we journey through this season together!

Let's connect on social media! You can find me @ _journeytowell
Be sure to reach out and say hello 🤍

Book your Intro to Human Design Chart Reading here!
Ready to dive deep? Explore our signature 1:1 coaching experiences ALIGN or EMBODY here!

Craving guidance, expansion or growth? Let's connect.
https://journeytowell.net
Book your 1:1 virtual Soma+IQ™ Breathwork session or Human Design chart reading, learn more about my coaching packages & find Seacoast NH in person events - all on my website ⬆️

be well, my friend
xx Hannah