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Searching for Home009 - When Life Happens All At OnceIn this final episode of season 1, Ronit and McKenna candidly discuss how they have been feeling and things they have been struggling with over the last few months, as well as a few thoughts on this first season and the next season of Searching for Home. Thank you for listening!Find us on instagram at www.instagram.com/searchingforhomepod2024-03-1220 minSearching for Home008 - Breath of Freedom with KatieJoin us for this episode where Ronit and McKenna speak with sometimes-editor, sometimes-massage therapist, and always-poet Katie Jamieson as she recounts her story of growing up and following the prescribed life path only to find herself deeply depressed and disconnected. She vulnerably shares about her marriage, the life-changing moment that led to her divorce, and how she has learned to reconnect with and love herself in the years since then through reading, therapy, travel, dance, community, massage, and poetry. You can connect with Katie on Instagram and Substackh...2024-02-0751 minSearching for Home007 - Home Within Ourselves (Part 2)Please note that this episode includes discussions of abuse and self-harm. Listener discretion is advised - please take care of yourself. We approach these topics with honesty, aiming to provide a space for reflection and understanding. Our conversation is sincere, with the hope that, no matter the challenges, there's a message of resilience and the belief that things can get better.Dive into this episode where Ronit shares his journey of loneliness, healing and self-discovery. We discuss how Ronit's repressed memories of childhood trauma and persistent bullying began to resurface in the last few...2024-01-2335 minSearching for Home006 - Dual Culture Kid with BréaneJoin us in this engaging episode where we explore the dual-culture and expat life with our guest, Bréane. Growing up with a unique blend of French and Australian identity, she shares her experiences of feeling connected to both cultures in different lands. Bréane opens up about her family's decision to move to Grenoble, driven by the desire to live without regrets, despite a fulfilling life in Sydney.This episode takes an honest look at the complexities of relocating and starting life in a new country. Bréane also discusses the power of having a 'move man...2024-01-0940 minSearching for Home005 - Home Within OurselvesJoin us in this heartfelt episode as we explore McKenna's inspiring journey towards self-acceptance and healing. In her candid conversation, McKenna shares her experience of stepping away from the Evangelical church, embracing therapy, and learning about herself through books. She also bravely opens up about recognizing and addressing her codependency issues. This episode digs into the essence of learning to be comfortable in one's own skin and the path to self-discovery.This episode is not just a story about struggles; it's about transformation, resilience, and self-awareness. Join us as we uncover the layers of personal growth and...2023-12-2647 minSearching for Home004 - Between Two HomesHave you ever returned to your hometown after moving away only to find that it's not quite the same as you remember? Join us in this episode as we explore the bittersweet experience of going back to where it all began. From familiar faces to local hangouts, we'll delve into the changes that have unfolded and the emotional dissonance that accompanies it. But this isn't just a journey of nostalgia; it's about evolved perspectives, changed mindsets, and a heightened awareness of ourselves and the world around us. It's not just about what has changed externally but how we've...2023-12-1936 minSearching for Home003 - France has cheese; we like cheese! (Our France Stories)In this episode McKenna and Ronit peel back the layers of their lives, delving into the chapters that led them to call Grenoble, France, home. Sharing their individual journeys, they recount the intricacies of the moving process – the highs of finding love and the lows of confronting loneliness and despair. McKenna reflects on the profound transformation since leaving the Midwest, navigating the delicate balance between forging connections and experiencing solitude in a foreign land. Ronit, too, shares the intricacies of settling into Grenoble, where the quest for home intertwines with personal growth. Both confront the challenge of find...2023-11-291h 03Searching for Home002 - Ronit's StoryPlease note that this episode includes discussions of abuse, bullying, and suicide. Listener discretion is advised - please take care of yourself. We approach these topics with honesty, aiming to provide a space for reflection and understanding. Our conversation is sincere, with the hope that, no matter the challenges, there's a message of resilience and the belief that things can get better.In this episode, join our hosts as they delve into Ronit's personal journey, guiding you through his childhood and young adult years in India . Together, we explore the complexities of growing up...2023-11-2245 minSearching for Home001 - McKenna's StoryEmbark on a raw and unfiltered journey with McKenna as she and Ronit discuss the chapters of her life that shaped her into the resilient soul she is today. From a tumultuous childhood in northern Indiana, USA to the highs and lows of love, faith, and self-discovery, McKenna's story is a testament to the strength that lies within us. In this inaugural episode, we dive into McKenna's roots in Evangelical Christianity and explore the unexpected turns life took that eventually lead her away from that faith. Join us as McKenna candidly reflects on her tumultuous relationships, the heartbreak...2023-11-1545 min
Searching for HomeIntroduction to Searching for HomeIn this short introduction, the hosts, Ronit and McKenna, explain the what, why, and how of our (over-sharing) podcast. 2023-11-1112 min