Episode 116: Q & A with Cathy Loerzel and Shara Photias

In today's episode, Karrie returns to the Honest Pod after a hiatus, sharing her transformative experiences during a sabbatical that coincided with her 50th birthday. She reflects on the importance of Story Work in healing generational wounds and breaking cycles of pain. Karrie emphasizes the necessity of confronting one's past to achieve true freedom and encourages listeners to embrace their stories as a path to growth and community. The conversation culminates in an invitation to engage in healing practices and reclaim personal narratives. She chats through the following: Take time for yourself and prioritize self-reflection to nurture personal growth. Reflect on life milestones to gain clarity on where you've been and where you're headed. Engage in “Story Work” as a way to heal and break free from generational patterns. Understand that healing is a layered journey; confront past traumas to unlock deeper freedom. Seek meaningful experiences—whether through travel or exploration—to gain new insights about yourself. Embrace the journey to freedom by facing painful stories and experiences head-on. Rely on community; healing is often best supported by others who understand and uplift you. Challenge yourself to approach the edge of your fears, knowing that freedom awaits beyond. View healing as a partnership with God, which requires both vulnerability and courage. Remember that freedom is your birthright—reclaim your story and live it boldly! Karrie's Instagram: @karriescottgarcia Sign up for Freedom Movement Trainings ⁠HERE⁠! Find Story Work Retreat info & sign-ups ⁠HERE⁠! Purchase Karrie's books, ⁠FREE & FULLY ALIVE⁠ and ⁠THE EXCHANGE⁠. Check out Karrie's website ⁠HERE⁠!

This week on the REPLAY we share an interview with Karrie and Andi Andrew, a fantastic author and pastor! She shares about the heart and honest stories that birthed her newest book "Friendship — It’s Complicated." As we all know, friendship is difficult but so necessary! This interview offers practical tools for improving and healing friendships. Andi Andrew is the author of "She Is Free", "Fake or Follower", and her newest book, "⁠Friendship–It's Complicated⁠." She is also the founding Pastor of Liberty Church, a multisite church she pioneered with her husband Paul in 2010. In 2015 she launched She Is Free, a movement that exists to engage and equip women to encounter God and expand the Kingdom. Currently, Andi's life is focused on raising her four kids in Brooklyn, writing books, creating for her show and podcast Coffee With Andi, building Liberty Church, and traveling to invest in churches and lives all around the world. Keep up with Andi here: Andi Andrew/ Insta Andi / Website Friendship-- It's Complicated / Book Podcast / ⁠Coffee With Andi Karrie Garcia /⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Freedom Movement Monthly Cohort / ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠More Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Karrie's Book / ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Free & Fully Alive⁠ Freedom Movement Upcoming Academies / More Info

REPLAY of the week, talking about friendships and the value in them. Something we talk about a lot on The Honest Pod is our connection to ourselves, God and others. Join us this week as Karrie, Mario, and Allyson share some of their experiences as a friend and being a friend. They also discuss some of the markers for WHEN it’s time to invite a friend into hard seasons and why you should seek that SAFE outside perspective to ground you in your story.  Karrie Garcia /⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Freedom Movement Monthly Cohort / ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠More Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Karrie's Book / ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Free & Fully Alive⁠ Freedom Movement Upcoming Academies / More Info

In this week's REPLAY, Karrie is joined by friend Tori Hein as they dive into the often overlooked topic of our relationship with our bodies within the context of faith. They explore the history of the church, examining periods of body-centeredness and times when the body was neglected or abused. In the present era, where we are inundated with images of others' bodies, the hosts highlight the lack of engagement with this subject in the church and emphasize the importance of honoring our bodies as the dwelling place of God's presence. Karrie and Tori share their personal experiences and insights, revealing that true healing goes beyond focusing on food and sin issues. They discuss the four types of eating—fueling, joyful indulgence, storm eating, and void eating—as reflections of deeper emotional and spiritual connections. Through practical guidance and deep exploration, listeners are encouraged to reclaim their bodies and find freedom and healing in their relationship with God and themselves. Tune in to part 1 of this 3 part series to embark on a transformative journey towards a healthier, more holistic connection with your physical self. Go finish listening to the whole 3-part series with the next two Episodes 94-95 Karrie's Instagram/ ⁠⁠@karriescottgarcia⁠⁠⁠ Tori's Instagram/ ⁠⁠@torimaehein⁠⁠ Freedom Movement Monthly Cohort / ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠More Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Karrie's Book / ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Free & Fully Alive⁠ Freedom Movement Upcoming Academies / More Info

This week on our REPLAY of Episode 77, Karrie chats with her friend Heather Stringer, artist, licensed mental health therapist and ritual maker. Heather leads with the quote, “forgetfulness leads to exile, while remembrance leads to redemption” as they dive into the practice of embodiment and the importance of ritual making to mark your life. Heather challenges some of the ideas and misconceptions of rituals today and brings us back to the original intent and beauty of rituals and how they play a big part in relationship with God. Karrie Garcia /⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Freedom Movement Monthly Cohort / ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠More Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Karrie's Book / ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Free & Fully Alive⁠ Freedom Movement Upcoming Academies / More Info Instagram: ⁠@life_in_ritual⁠ Website: ⁠Life In Ritual

We're doing a replay of some of our favorite episodes for the summer! Karrie sits down with Cassandra Speer to discuss her new book "Her True Worth", her personal story, and how she provides a healing space for others. Cass talks about stewarding her time in order to walk alongside others going through the trenches of life and how to remain faithful through heartaches. You can find Cassandra and Brittany Maher's book ⁠“Her True Worth”⁠ at Target, Barnes & Noble, and other bookstores. Instagram: ⁠@Hertrueworth⁠ ⁠@cassandralspeer⁠ ⁠@brittmaher⁠ Facebook: ⁠www.facebook.com/hertrueworth/⁠ Website: ⁠www.cassandraspeer.com⁠ YouVersion Bible App 5-Day Reading Plan: ⁠Her True Worth Karrie Garcia /⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Freedom Movement Monthly Cohort / ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠More Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Karrie's Book / ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Free & Fully Alive⁠ Freedom Movement Upcoming Academy's / More Info

Another fun Question and Answer with Karrie, Cathy, and Shara. In today's episode, they answer the question about seeking healing and restoration in relationships with parents who deny past trauma. The hosts emphasize the importance of doing the inner work before engaging in conversations with parents, as well as the possibility of healing without their acknowledgment. They also highlight the need for time, outside perspective, and setting boundaries in order to navigate these complex dynamics. In this part of the conversation, Cathy and Karrie discuss the importance of understanding and accepting the limitations of relationships, especially with parents. They emphasize the need to grieve the reality of what could have been and to release expectations of redemption. They also explore the process of working with clients who have multiple layers of shame and how to decide where to start. They highlight the significance of following the thread of a story and the themes that emerge. They conclude by encouraging listeners to take small steps towards their redeemed selves through honesty and self-reflection. Takeaways Healing and restoration in relationships with parents who deny past trauma may not always be possible, and it's important to prioritize one's own healing regardless of their response. Engaging in conversations with parents about past trauma should be approached with caution and only after doing the necessary inner work. Setting boundaries and taking time for oneself can be crucial in navigating complex family dynamics. Seeking outside perspective from a trusted source can provide valuable insights and guidance in dealing with challenging family relationships. Understand and accept the limitations of relationships, especially with parents, and grieve the reality of what could have been. Release expectations of redemption and focus on personal healing and growth. When working with clients with multiple layers of shame, start with the story that feels the most available and follow the thread to uncover themes. Honesty and self-reflection are key to personal healing and growth. Take small steps towards your redeemed self by being more honest and creating spaces for honesty. Understanding the underlying issues that lead to addictive behaviors is crucial for healing and finding healthier coping mechanisms. Setting boundaries and limitations can be an act of self-care and self-compassion in navigating addiction. Societal acceptance of certain addictions, such as alcohol and sugar, can make it challenging to recognize and address unhealthy patterns. Self-awareness and reflection are key in identifying and addressing addictive behaviors. Karrie Garcia /⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Freedom Movement Monthly Cohort / ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠More Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Karrie's Book / ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Free & Fully Alive Questions? / Form here Cathy Lorezel / ⁠Instagram⁠  Cathy's Website / ⁠More Info

Today Karrie talks with Dr. Christy Bauman as they discuss her book 'Her Rights' and the importance of women embracing their true voice and identity. Dr. Christy explores the concept of rites of passage and how they can help women navigate different seasons of life. The conversation touches on themes of vulnerability, belonging, and the cost of being vulnerable. Dr. Bauman emphasizes the importance of knowing oneself and trusting one's intuition. The chapters in the book cover topics such as birthright, initiation, exile, legacy, and intuition. In this conversation, Karrie and Dr. Christy Bauman discuss the importance of marking significant moments in a woman's life through various rites of passage. They explore the rites of birth, initiation, exile, creating, intuition, and legacy. Dr. Bauman emphasizes the need for women to engage with their bodies and embrace the power and beauty of their experiences, including menstruation. She also encourages women to tap into their intuition and embrace their creative abilities. The conversation highlights the transformative potential of these rites of passage and the importance of leaving a lasting legacy. Takeaways Embrace your true voice and identity as a woman Rites of passage can help navigate different seasons of life Vulnerability can be costly, but it is necessary for growth Belonging to oneself is the first step towards empowerment Knowing oneself and trusting intuition are key to personal growth Marking significant moments in a woman's life through rites of passage is important for personal growth and empowerment. Menstruation is a powerful and sacred experience that should be celebrated and embraced. Engaging with our bodies and embracing our experiences can lead to a deeper understanding of ourselves and our connection to the divine. Women have the power to create and leave a lasting legacy through their actions, creativity, and nurturing. Listening to our intuition and trusting our inner knowing is essential for personal growth and making empowered decisions. Karrie Garcia /⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Freedom Movement Monthly Cohort / ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠More Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Karrie's Book / ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Free & Fully Alive Questions? / Form here Christy’s Work / Website Christy's Book / Her Rites Christy's Tour / Dates & Locations

Today's episode is a fun one! We decided to join forces with Cathy and Shara to have a fun Question and Answer time! Together they explore the idea that religion can be used to avoid dealing with personal issues and instead focus on external behaviors and approval. They also discuss the dangers of using religion as a way to earn God's love and belonging, rather than experiencing true healing and connection with God. Karrie, Cathy and Shara emphasize the importance of authenticity and self-awareness in one's faith journey and caution against using religion as a substitute for facing personal struggles. Their time together explores the topics of certainty and safety in the church, the impact of trauma on our attachment to God, and the use of alcohol to regulate emotions. It emphasizes the importance of doing our own internal work to understand our attachments and how they shape our relationship with God. It also highlights the need for healing and repair in our relationships, even if our families or spouses don't support our journey. The conversation encourages taking responsibility for our own healing and not expecting others to fix us. Takeaways Religion can be used as a form of self-medication and escape from reality, allowing individuals to avoid dealing with personal issues. Using religion to earn approval and belonging can lead to a cycle of behavior modification and a lack of true healing and connection with God. Authenticity and self-awareness are essential in one's faith journey, as they allow for genuine growth and transformation. It is important to recognize the limitations of religious structures and seek a deeper, personal relationship with God. Certainty in the church can provide a false sense of security and lead to damage. Our attachment styles and past traumas shape our relationship with God. Doing our own internal work is essential for healing and repairing our relationships. We can't expect others to fix us or change for us; we can only change ourselves. It's important to create safe spaces in the church for processing and healing. Feel free to DM Karrie or Cathy any new questions or fill out this form here. Karrie Garcia /⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Freedom Movement Monthly Cohort / ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠More Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Karrie's Book / ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Free & Fully Alive Cathy Lorezel / ⁠Instagram⁠ Cathy's Website / ⁠More Info Intimacy & Desire Book / Buy Book

In this special episode, Karrie discusses the importance of truth in our lives and how it sets us free. She emphasizes the need to move beyond surface-level faith and dive into the complexity and nuance of our stories. Karrie explores the disorientation of truth in a fallen world and the role of the Holy Spirit in guiding us towards truth. She encourages listeners to confront false allegiances and idols in their lives, and to embrace the challenging journey of truth-seeking. Karrie also highlights the difference between peacekeeping and peacemaking, and the importance of speaking the truth with grace and love. Takeaways Moving towards sanctification is a journey of seeking truth and moving beyond surface-level faith. The disorientation of truth is a universal human reality caused by living in a fallen world. The Holy Spirit plays a crucial role in guiding us towards truth and bringing healing to our stories. False allegiances and idols can keep us captive and prevent us from experiencing true freedom. Being a peacemaker requires confronting the truth, speaking it with grace and love, and embracing the challenging journey of truth-seeking. Karrie Garcia /⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Freedom Movement Monthly Cohort / ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠More Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Karrie's Book / ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Free & Fully Alive