In this conversation, Marcia Gilmore and Dr. Emily Henderson explore the complexities of attachment styles and their impact on relationships. They discuss the concept of the unreliable narrator in our personal narratives, how childhood experiences shape our attachment styles, and the importance of self-awareness in healing attachment trauma. Dr. Henderson shares insights on the different attachment styles, the role of memory in trauma, and practical steps for individuals seeking to understand and heal their attachment wounds. The conversation emphasizes the ongoing nature of healing and the significance of self-compassion and creativity in the journey of self-discovery.

After a brief hiatus (turns out daily episodes were a bit much!), I'm back and excited to share this journey with you.

Life's thrown me some curveballs, and I bet you've had your share too. That's why I'm bringing you weekly episodes where we'll explore the wild ride of being human - the good, the tough, and everything in between.

I've lined up some amazing guests who'll join us to chat about:

• Attachment and why our relationships look the way they do
• Surviving narcissistic abuse and coming out stronger
• Living with PTSD and finding ways to thrive
• Overcoming toxic home environments and rewriting our stories

We'll dive into these topics with honesty, a bit of humor, and a whole lot of heart. Whether you're on your own path of self-discovery or just curious about what makes us tick, there's a place for you here.

In this thought-provoking episode, we dive deep into the concept of the 'unreliable narrator' - not in literature, but in our own lives.

Our guest, a former marketing freelancer turned mindset coach, shares her transformative journey from seeking external validation to finding inner empowerment.

We explore how our personal narratives shape our reality, and how these stories can sometimes hold us back.

The conversation touches on various aspects of self-healing, including childhood trauma, money mindsets, and the process of reframing disempowering beliefs.

Our guest offers insights on:

• ​Recognizing and changing unhelpful personal narratives
• ​The connection between narcissistic abuse and abandonment wounds
• ​How money traumas form and can be healed
• ​The importance of radical responsibility in personal growth
• ​Techniques for inner child healing and self-validation
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Whether you're just starting your healing journey or well along the path, this episode offers valuable perspectives on how to become a more empowering narrator of your own life story.

Join us for an honest, vulnerable discussion about transforming pain into purpose and rewriting the stories that define us.

Trigger Warning: This episode discusses mental health struggles, including depression, isolation, and feelings of hopelessness. If you're in need of support, please consider reaching out to a mental health professional.

In this deeply personal and unfiltered episode, I dive into the overwhelming feelings of depression, hopelessness, and the struggle of navigating life when your own mind feels like an unreliable narrator. I open up about the crushing disappointment of a technical mishap that left a cherished podcast recording without sound, leading me to question my worth and purpose.

I share the painful experience of feeling isolated, unsupported, and ghosted by friends and potential employers, while grappling with the impact of my past decisions and relationships. From the challenges of single motherhood to the internal battle with self-belief, this episode is a raw exploration of the messiness of life, mental health, and the relentless pursuit of finding meaning in the chaos.

If you've ever felt like you're falling apart at the seams or struggling to hold onto any semblance of hope, this episode is for you. Join me as I navigate the complexities of my own emotions, and perhaps find a bit of solace in the shared experience of just trying to make it through another day.

In this episode, I’m diving into why the toxic positivity narrative in family photography needs to be challenged—no more sugarcoating.

I’m sharing my perspective on how this obsession with perfection has distorted our view of what family life really looks like.

If you’re tired of the pressure to present a picture-perfect life, this episode is for you.

I’ll be talking about why it’s so important to embrace the reality of our messy, imperfect lives and how we can start rejecting the unrealistic standards that have been pushed on us.

Tune in if you’re ready to get real about what truly matters in capturing family memories.

In this episode, I open up about the crushing weight of rejection, loneliness, and the constant battle to keep going when it feels like life is falling apart. I'm tired—tired of trying to make something of my photography business, tired of the endless struggle to survive, and tired of feeling invisible in a world that only seems to care when you're winning. I talk about the deep isolation I feel, the lack of a real support system, and the harsh reality that sometimes it feels like giving up is the only option. But even in this darkness, something keeps me going—my kids, my anger, and maybe just a shred of hope that things could be different. This is my raw, unfiltered truth, and I hope it resonates with someone out there who's feeling the same way.

In this episode, I dive deep into the overwhelming pressure of trying to succeed in an oversaturated industry while battling feelings of inadequacy and self-doubt.

From the relentless pursuit of income to the struggle to stay authentic in my work, I lay bare the emotional toll of trying to make a living in photography.

Join me as I navigate the chaos, questioning whether it’s all worth it and searching for a way to keep going.

We’ve all been told that a photograph can capture a memory, freezing it in time forever. But what if that belief is misleading?

In this episode, we dive deep into the idea that memory is the most unreliable narrator of all, especially when viewed through the lens of a camera.

Discover why the moments you think you’re preserving might be more distorted than you realize, and learn how to truly capture the raw, real, and reliable essence of your life’s most meaningful moments.

Whether you’re behind the camera or in front of it, this episode will challenge everything you thought you knew about documenting your family’s story.