Summary

In this episode of Beyond the Margins, host Jason speaks with Jamie Stevenson, a candidate for Midville City Council District 5 in Utah. Jamie shares her journey of running for office as an openly trans person, the challenges she faced, and the importance of community engagement. She emphasizes the need for personalized outreach to voters and discusses the diverse support she has received in her campaign. The conversation highlights the significance of representation and grassroots efforts in local politics.

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In this conversation, Natalie Jovanic shares their complex journey of healing from childhood abuse, navigating their identity as a non-binary individual, and their experiences within the LGBTQ+ community in Canada. They discuss the importance of understanding white privilege and the need for anti-racist practices, emphasizing the role of education and personal responsibility in fostering social justice. The conversation also touches on the challenges faced by marginalized communities and the significance of trauma-informed approaches in counseling and recovery.

Here's the link to the podcast: ⁦https://brighthorizontherapies.com/blog/category/trauma-demystified/

⁩and here's the link to the free e-book on white privilege: ⁦https://brighthorizontherapies.com/practicing-anti-racism-as-white-person/

In this conversation, Jason and Chavisa explore the themes of collective trauma, self-care, and emotional wellness. They discuss the importance of understanding trauma, the necessity of rest as a form of resistance, and the tools for holistic self-care. Chavisa emphasizes befriending emotions and building capacity to navigate feelings, highlighting the significance of community building and practical steps for engagement. The conversation concludes with a call to action for collective healing and future community initiatives.Contact Chavisa directly at

TheMotherCorp@proton.me (a secure email)

or through her website TheMotherCorp.com