34. Loneliness – Diving In with Diana Everheart

Welcome back to Social Leopards! Join hosts Bea and Beth as they delve into the often-hidden world of loneliness with the captivating Diana Everheart, host of the "Divine and Disobedient" podcast. In this episode, Diana shares her personal journey from dealing with trauma and unhealthy relationships to rediscovering her authentic self and embracing life on her own terms.

Explore deep conversations about the differences between solitude and loneliness, how childhood experiences shape our understanding of connection, and the societal pressures that hinder self-expression. Diana opens up about overcoming PTSD, identifying personal superpowers, and how technology simultaneously bridges and widens the gap in human connection.

If you find yourself struggling with feelings of loneliness or seeking deeper, more meaningful relationships, this episode offers thoughtful insights and practical advice on how to navigate the social jungle and find your true tribe. Tune in for an enlightening discussion that encourages embracing authenticity and forging genuine connections, one small step at a time.

ABOUT DIANA:

Diana Everheart is the host of the “Divine and Disobedient” podcast. Burn the mold. Bless the ashes. Rise. For the spiritual-ish & rebels (formerly The Existential Experience).

YouTube link: youtube.com/@divineanddisobedient

Instagram handle: @divineanddisobedient

CONTACT US AND ACKNOWLEDGMENTS:

Bea and Beth respond personally to all communications received. You can post a comment, or visit socialleopards.com for all of our social media links, including our YouTube channel to watch the video edition. You can also email us privately via share@socialleopards.com.

Many thanks to Anthony Church, who composed the music featured for Season Two. Please check out his content here: linktr.ee/anthonychurchmusic.

NEED HELP?

Our Book Recommendations: 

• The Body Keeps the Score, by Bessel van der Kolk
• The Deepest Well, by Nadine Burke Harris, MD
• It Didn't Start with You, by Mark Wolynn
• Walking the Tiger: Healing Trauma, by Peter A. Levine
• I'll Have What She's Having, by Chelsea Handler

Support is available if life is getting too hard to bear. If you feel you may harm yourself or others, please seek help immediately:

• Visit your local hospital emergency room.
• Call 9-8-8.
• Visit 988lifeline.org and access the online chat feature.
• Text HOME to 741741 to text with the Crisis Text Line.