In this episode, we sit down with Andrea, an author, poet, artist, book illustrator, and yoga practitioner who writes under the pen name Cheydrea. Andrea's journey is one of brave authenticity, deep healing, and passionate storytelling. From her 15+ year journey of religious deconstruction to healing her inner child and navigating family estrangement, Andrea candidly shares her experiences and lessons learned along the way.
Andrea's passions extend to fostering healthy and sustainable relationships, including a 28+ year marriage shaped by religious and childhood trauma, as well as meaningful friendships with women. She also opens up about her writing and publishing process, her indie-author journey, and her latest book, A Poet's Playground.
Join us as Andrea dives into the stories, struggles, and triumphs that have shaped her life. Together, we explore topics like the power of vulnerability, her personal growth in health and healing, and how she uses art and words to inspire and empower women.
Episode Highlights
Andrea Cheydrea
Religious deconstruction journey
Healing from childhood trauma
Inner-child healing stories
Family estrangement recovery
Healthy and sustainable relationships
Marriage and religious trauma
Writing and publishing process
Indie author journey
A Poet's Playground by Andrea
Women's empowerment through writing
Bravely sharing personal stories
Mindful healing through yoga and art
Emotional healing and storytelling
Building meaningful female friendships
The Power of Vulnerability in Healing Relationships
Religious Deconstruction: Reclaiming Identity Beyond Faith
How Inner-Child Healing Transforms Adult Relationships
Finding Strength Through Family Estrangement
Art as a Healing Tool: A Poet's Journey
Marriage Beyond Trauma: 28+ Years of Growth and Healing
Navigating the Indie Author World: A Journey to A Poet's Playground
Embracing Authenticity: A Path to Personal Evolution
Yoga, Art, and Writing: Tools for Emotional Healing
Supporting Women in Their Healing and Writing Journeys
Balancing Vulnerability and Strength in Modern Relationships
How Stories of Transformation Inspire Global Conversations
Creating Healthy Friendships Among Women
The Role of Poetry in Emotional and Spiritual Healing
How Sharing Personal Stories Empowers Others to Heal
Learn more about Andrea
Visit her website www.cheydrea.com
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