Lisa Olivera's words are a uniquely grounding force in a world fueled by algorithms that thrive on speedy-hot-takes, over-simplicity, and one-note narratives. Every time the internet feels like it’s literally going to combust under the strain of loud noises, her steady voice calls us back to our bodies and our inner knowing. We had so many questions for her! And in Lisa-fashion, she met our wonderings with a generous, present, and soft openness, offering reframes and revelations we didn't even know we needed. We're so excited to share this episode with you. 💛

Tune in to hear us talk about:

💫 Reframes for imposter syndrome, self-criticism, and the parts of our stories that have only ever felt hard/sad/painful.

📖 The strange experience of writing a book that makes its way into the world right after you've sustained a complete disintegration of self through new parenthood.

🦋 Giving ourselves, our kids, our partners permission to change, evolve, and grow.

🎭 The many different ways to think about the stories we hold – storytelling as an evolving practice, the limitations of storytelling, holding our stories loosely.

🪂 Letting go of the idea that we can control other people's stories, even our kids' (and letting ourselves feel the grief of that).

💕 The counter-intuitive strength of staying soft.

If you want more of Lisa's voice in your world, check out her stunning Substack, Human Stuff, her book Already Enough, and stay tuned for the release of her next one!

We would love to hear from you! How do you see storytelling showing up in your own life? Is it a tool? Or a hinderance? Where do you feel yourself becoming rigid? Where would you like to soften?

Find us on instagram @sitting_pretty ✨ @caitlinhasfeels

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