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Rite of Passage PodcastFostering Self-Worth: Advice From a Stranger at My Local CafeToday, Sammi talks about an interaction she had with a woman at her local cafe. The wisdom she took away from the conversation sparked self-reflection and led to beautiful insights that could benefit anyone listening. If you're someone with a habit of putting everyone else's needs above your own, this episode is perfect for you.2024-07-1028 minRite of Passage PodcastOvercoming Spiritual Doubts and an Existential CrisisWhether you're atheistic, agnostic, religious, or spiritual, you likely have faced spiritual starvation and existential thoughts at some point. This episode explores common spiritual doubts amid individual and collective suffering. Dive into the essence of spirituality on both a personal and communal level, and learn how you can tune into the interconnectedness of humanity. 2024-07-0327 minRite of Passage PodcastThe TRUTH About OCD with Yoga Instructor Julia TetersYoga instructor Julia Teters joins Sammi to discuss the ins and outs of obsessive-compulsive disorder, a highly misunderstood and stigmatized anxiety disorder characterized by obsessive thoughts and compulsive behavior. Both girls share their personal struggles with OCD, examples of intrusive thoughts/compulsions, as well as the treatments that have worked for them.2024-06-121h 10Rite of Passage PodcastNavigating Life as an Artist with Writer Julia BurkeWelcome Julia Burke, published author/poet and full-time writer, to Rite of Passage Podcast! In this week's episode, Julia opens up about becoming a writer, navigating life from an artist's POV, and connecting with your emotions/intuition.
Be sure to purchase Julia's poetry collection, Moonstruck: Told by the Seasons. You can also find some of her work on Instagram at @j_burke_poetry.2024-06-0540 minRite of Passage PodcastTrauma and Interconnectedness with Amanda CoyneIn this week's episode, Sammi talks to her friend Amanda, a court-appointed special advocate, a sexual assault advocate, and the host of the podcast Healing on Mars. Amanda will also be pursuing a master's degree in clinical mental health and rehabilitation counseling this autumn.
During this conversation, Amanda talks about her own mental health experiences, which led her to seek a fulfilling career that would allow her to help other individuals. She discusses topics like childhood trauma, emotional regulation, and our interconnectedness as complex humans.
Also, be sure to...2024-05-2946 minRite of Passage PodcastConsider This Your Rite of PassageWelcome to Write of Passage With Sammi Caramela — a rebrand of Sammi Says. Learn all about what you can expect from this podcast going forward.2024-05-0810 minRite of Passage PodcastYou Can Save YourselfEspecially with a history of trauma, it's easy to want someone else to save you from the torment you face. But there is so much power in saving yourself.2023-09-1528 minRite of Passage PodcastInsecurityThis week, Sammi talks about the insecurities — where they stem from, how to overcome them, and the power of owning exactly who you are. She also talks about how society pits us against each other; we are on the same team, not in competition! 2023-06-2732 minRite of Passage PodcastAll Things LoveIn this week's episode, Sammi talks about the true meaning of love, including lessons and stories from listeners. How do you define love, and what would you risk for it? 2023-06-1335 minRite of Passage PodcastStop Playing SmallListen when you need a dose of inspiration and a flicker of hope. 💛2023-06-0627 minRite of Passage PodcastLet's Catch UpSammi is back from a hiatus to talk about her recent career and life changes, answer questions from listeners, and offer advice on topics from self-healing to vulnerability in relationships. 2023-05-3028 min
Rite of Passage PodcastHow To Shift Your Mindset and Heal Your WoundsThis week, Sammi and Steph from Step(h) into the Unknown discussed topics like shifting your mindset, loving yourself, finding true love, and healing your wounds.2023-02-131h 09Rite of Passage PodcastThe Truth About OCDObsessive-compulsive disorder is one of the most debilitating — and misunderstood — disorders. Here's the truth about OCD and the terror sufferers endure when battling this disorder.2023-02-0652 minRite of Passage PodcastEp. 10: What I'm ReleasingThis week, Sammi talks about all the patterns, habits, situations, and relationships she is releasing. She also covers the importance of letting go of things and people that no longer serve us, as well as the grief and slip-ups that might come with it.2022-09-1943 minRite of Passage PodcastEp. 9: Savior Complex: What It Is and How to Break ItLearn all about the "savior complex," aka "white knight syndrome," which is the strong desire to save people while avoiding your own wounds and neglecting your own needs. Sammi shares anecdotes as examples of this complex, as well as why we might develop it and how we can break it. 2022-09-1540 min
Rite of Passage PodcastEp. 8: Loving YourselfThis week, Sammi shares some ways you can connect with and build more love and respect for yourself. 2022-08-0733 min
Rite of Passage PodcastDating, Relationships, & HeartbreakRelationships play integral roles in our lives, and they can have a major impact on our mental health and wellbeing. Oftentimes dating can stir up a lot of emotional turmoil we didn't know existed within us. Past traumas, learned patterns from childhood, and other struggles can surface when we start to let our guards down and open our hearts to others.
This week, Sammi dives into complex topics like still loving someone who is no longer in your life, moving on from heartbreak, feeling like your needs are too much, and dealing with toxic behaviors in relationships.2022-06-1243 minRite of Passage PodcastEp. 6: Accept Your AnxietyBack from a bit of a hiatus, Sammi dives right into the importance of accepting your anxiety in order to release it. Through personal anecdotes and lessons from healing, she shares reasons we should NOT be ashamed for feeling fear — no matter what that fear might be about.2022-06-0648 min
Rite of Passage PodcastEp. 6: Accept Your AnxietyBack from a bit of a hiatus, Sammi dives right into the importance of accepting your anxiety in order to release it. Through personal anecdotes and lessons from healing, she shares reasons we should NOT be ashamed for feeling fear — no matter what that fear might be about.2022-06-0548 min
Rite of Passage PodcastForgive YourselfWe've all made mistakes. We all have said and done things we aren't proud of. That doesn't mean you deserve poor treatment. Forgive yourself. Learn from it. Grow. And know you deserve good things.2022-03-1356 min
Rite of Passage PodcastSelf-DoubtEveryone experiences self-doubt to a capacity — some more than others. For Sammi, self-doubt has been one of her biggest challenges and blocks on her self-healing journey. In today's episode, Sammi shares how she has been experiencing (and working through) self-doubt, how it has impacted many areas of her life, and some tips for stifling that inner critic.2022-02-2040 min
Rite of Passage PodcastFriendship and Mental Health Q&A With JennaJoin Sammi and her best friend from college, Jenna, as they answer questions from readers about friendship, mental health, and healing.2022-02-1951 min
Rite of Passage PodcastMy Mental Health JourneyIn today's episode, Sammi recalls every step along her story about enduring child-on-child sexual assault, developing obsessive-compulsive disorder, complex-PTSD, depression, and more. She explains the snowball effect caused by one single trauma and shares her journey toward healing.2022-01-1646 min
Rite of Passage PodcastWelcome to Sammi Says!Consider this your intro to Sammi Says. Learn more about Sammi, who she is, some details about her personal healing journey and moments in solitude, the purpose of Sammi Says podcast, and what you can expect in future episodes.2022-01-0930 min