In this deeply moving episode, author and therapist Phyllis Leavitt opens up about her lifelong path from childhood trauma to profound healing. Blending spirituality, psychology, and her own lived experience, Phyllis shares how poetry, therapy, and spiritual awakening helped her reconnect with her true self.
We dive into her book America in Therapy, exploring how personal wounds mirror systemic issues—and why individual healing is the foundation for meaningful societal change. With compassion at the core, Phyllis offers wisdom on creating safe spaces, embracing our inner child, and using awareness to break cycles of pain.
If you’ve ever wondered how your personal growth can ripple out to transform communities, this conversation will inspire you to see your story as part of a much bigger picture.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
How trauma shapes our lives—and how we can heal from it
The power of merging psychology and spirituality
Why compassion is a catalyst for personal and collective change
The message behind America in Therapy
How awareness of history helps prevent repeating mistakes
Memorable Quote:
“Healing our own wounds can change the world.” – Phyllis Leavitt
Check out Phyllis at these sites -
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/phyllis-leavitt-630179255/
YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOdxqvDK9N421AZ5TTxqUgQ
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/phyllis_e_leavitt/
Her Website! - https://phyllisleavitt.com/
Chapters
00:00 Phyllis Levitt's Journey Begins
05:57 Healing Through Therapy and Writing
11:52 The Role of Individual Healing in Society
17:54 Compassion and Self-Reflection
23:46 Reclaiming Our Essential Selves
33:52 Breathing Through Intense Feelings
40:07 Pain as a Catalyst for Change
45:42 Messages for Humanity
51:16 Historical Perspectives on Human Behavior
57:03 The Power of Individual Messages
