The Tending by hey freya

In this week’s conversation on The Tending, we’re honored to welcome Meliza Mokrani—a writer, healer, and space-holder who shares her powerful story of resilience, transformation, and deep self-discovery.

From navigating the complexities of family dynamics and childhood trauma to facing a life-threatening health crisis, Meliza opens up about the ways pain, grief, and beauty have shaped her. We talk about the healing power of community, the neuroscience behind trauma, and the grounding force of intergenerational wisdom.

💫 “My story is worth telling.”
💫 “Nothing in life is guaranteed.”
💫 “You don’t have to do these things alone.”

Tune in for a deeply human, heart-opening episode about becoming who we truly are. 

[Chapters]
00:00 Empowerment and Personal Growth
02:10 Family Background and Cultural Heritage
05:56 Childhood Experiences and Family Dynamics
11:43 Understanding Parental Pain and Its Impact
17:51 Navigating Adolescence and Identity
21:12 Life-Altering Health Crisis
27:37 Grief, Loss, and Self-Discovery
31:49 The Journey of Self-Discovery Through Writing
35:30 Understanding Trauma and Its Impact
39:59 Creating a Holistic Wellness Space
41:23 The Neuroscience of Stress and Trauma
45:01 The Importance of Community and Support
51:06 Bearing Witness to Beauty as Healing
56:34 Intergenerational Wisdom and Learning
01:02:21 Reflections from the Future Self

What is The Tending by hey freya?

The Tending celebrates women across the globe, providing a platform for them to share their life stories and embrace the beauty of their complexities. Each episode invites listeners into an intimate space of self-reflection and storytelling, where guests reveal the often unseen layers of their journeys. This podcast is a tribute to all of us—to authenticity, resilience, and the transformative power of being truly witnessed.

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