French Kissing Life
If you were free to be who you really are deep down and who you were always meant to be, what would your life look like? What does it mean to have a zest for life? Can you *really* invite more joy into your everyday living through doable steps that don’t take a lot of time? Yes, yes, and more yes!
French Kissing Life is an inspirational podcast that guides you toward finding your spark and unleashing it into the world. If you’ve been yearning to celebrate your unique presence and fall in love with who you truly are, then you’ve found your tribe. If you believe the world needs what only you can offer, this community will be your biggest cheerleader. Picture this podcast as your weekly dose of encouragement – a sanctuary where you can escape the noise of the world and embrace the beauty of your own existence.
From skinny dipping in Portugal to auctioning herself off for a date and testing whether a slinky will go down an ancient pyramid, host Shawnna Stiver knows a thing or two about going for it and the hilarious stories that await. Through heartfelt, playful and funny conversations, Shawnna helps you discover what makes your heart race, your soul dance and your spirit soar. You’ll also hear from guest experts who share insights on how to navigate the journey of self-discovery and invite the world to come alive alongside you.
In a world that demands you be anything but yourself, this is your permission slip to be a little more YOU. Together, we’ll make every moment count and create a life that feels as good on the inside as it looks on the outside. If you’re ready to shed the shoulds and welcome in a life that feels uniquely, beautifully, and authentically yours, subscribe now and let’s make every episode a celebration of YOU! Buckle up for an adventure where realness reigns, inspiration thrives and fun is the name of the game. Are you ready to french kiss life?!
French Kissing Life
Ep 81: Healing Beyond Quick Fixes and Surface Solutions with Julian Bermudez
If last week’s episode was about hot takes and summer sass, this week’s is a long, slow exhale.
We’re shifting into something quieter and deeper...something that touches all of us, even if we don’t often name it. In a world addicted to instant gratification and easy answers, what does it mean to stay with the discomfort? To resist the urge to fix and instead let healing unfold in its own time?
I’m joined by Julian Bermudez, a therapist and guide whose work is anything but conventional. He helps people reconnect with the truth of who they are, beneath the patterns, beneath the panic, and beneath the need to perform, please, or escape. His approach is gentle and grounded, rooted in presence, curiosity, and the belief that healing isn’t about becoming someone new. It’s about remembering who you’ve always been.
Topics Covered:
- Why we crave instant gratification (and how it backfires)
- The seven emotional circuits that shape our lives
- How early trauma wires our nervous system
- The cost of healing shortcuts and surface solutions
- Why disconnection is at the heart of trauma
- Using presence and somatic awareness to heal
- How childhood wounds show up in adult habits
- What real, lasting healing actually looks like
Here are some actions you can take, whether you have 5 minutes or 50:
- If you have 5 minutes, take a quiet moment to place a hand on your heart and ask yourself: Where am I craving a quick fix right now? And what might shift if I softened into the process instead of rushing the outcome?
- If you have 50 minutes, I have an article from Sandstone Care called “Delayed gratification: 7 tips to teach yourself impulse control.”
Connect with Julian!
Website: https://www.psychedelic-integration.net/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@psycheintegration
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julian-bermudez-ma-ccmp/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/psycheintegration/
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Until next time, muah!
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