Layla Feghali is an ethnobotanist, cultural worker, and author who divides her time between her ancestral village in Lebanon and her diasporic home in California, where she was born and raised. Her book, The Land in Our Bones, documents cultural herbal and healing knowledge from Syria to the Sinai while interrogating colonialism and its lingering impacts on our culture. Dedicated to exploring and sharing the ecological richness of homelands, she emphasizes the significance of pluralism in thriving ecosystems and the sacred bonds with the land and each other. As a steward of eco-cultural remembrance and decolonization movements, Layla invites us to unravel the many layers of relational restoration and the healing this brings.

⭐️ In this episode, you’ll learn ⭐️
00:00 Introduction to Plantcestral Healing
00:34 Meet Layla Feghali: Ethnobotanist and Author
01:14 Reclaiming Regional Names and Identities
08:09 The Impact of Diaspora
16:04 Journey into Herbalism
23:46 Understanding Herbalism and Medicine
25:39 The Power of Remembrance and Connection to Land
39:15 Responsibilities of Diaspora on Native Land
49:50 The Spiritual Essence of Belly Dance
55:47 The Healing Power of Pluralism and Diversity
58:35 Rediscovering Sacredness and Spirituality
01:04:28 The Profound Significance of Birth
01:07:04 Healing Through Ancestral Plants and Food
01:10:51 The Importance of Relational Healing
01:15:11 The Sacred Process of Mourning
01:22:46 Connecting to Ancestral Lands and Practices
01:26:23 A Simple Practice to Reconnect with Nature
01:29:05 The Practice of Belonging
01:37:19 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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📚 Episode References:
The Land in Our Bones by Layla K. Feghali: https://rb.gy/dt35m8
Uses of the Erotic by Audre Lorde: https://shorturl.at/stLh7

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• Into Healing recognizes that for people suffering under traumatic forces beyond their control, beginning a healing journey is often not possible. For these neighbors, both near and far, let us make a better world where all who wish to heal have the time, space, and resources they need.

Jason Sturgill, a former graphic designer turned art director and illustrator, once believed he lacked the ability to draw. Unbeknownst to him, his passion for illustration had been brewing from an early age, sparked by his fascination with skateboards, music, and album art. His journey led him from growing up in a religious small town and navigating family dynamics after his parent’s divorce, to exploring various fields—from physical therapy to marketing—before he fully embraced his love for illustration. Jason candidly shares his personal struggles, including his battle with bladder cancer at the age of 28 and his diagnosis of bipolar II disorder. He describes how art, particularly illustration, became his refuge and therapeutic outlet. By sharing his experiences on social media, he has not only found a way to connect with others but also to advocate for mental health awareness. Jason underscores the significance of seeking professional help and being open about mental health challenges, using his art to reduce stigma and foster understanding.

⭐️ In this episode, you’ll learn ⭐️
00:00 Introduction and Guest Background
00:57 Childhood and Early Influences
03:30 College Years and First Business Venture
05:36 Career Beginnings and Breakthroughs
08:54 Cancer Diagnosis and Life Changes
14:42 Mental Health Struggles and Creative Journey
22:00 Understanding Bipolar Disorder
26:05 Understanding Bipolar Disorder
27:06 The Role of Medication
28:16 Art as Therapy
29:15 Mania and Creativity
32:41 Family and Mental Health
36:06 Healing Modalities
40:42 The Power of Serendipity
46:48 Daily Practices for Mental Health
51:01 Empathy and Shared Struggles
53:45 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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Jezz Chung is a multidisciplinary artist exploring personal and collective transformation through race, gender, trauma, disability, and neurodivergence. They’ve been featured by El País, Público, The Cut, Them, Vogue, Teen Vogue, Logo TV, and Made of Millions. Their debut collection, This Way to Change: A Gentle Guide to Personal Transformation and Collective Liberation, reflects on their healing journey, from childhood loneliness and neurodivergence to defying societal norms through creative expression. Jezz discusses their experience in advertising, self-compassion, and healing practices like ketamine therapy and EMDR. They emphasize accessibility, storytelling, and collective care as key to healing, highlighting self-acceptance, queerness, and joy as acts of resistance.

⭐️ In this episode, you’ll learn ⭐️
00:00 Introduction to Disability and Healing
00:38 Meet Jezz Chung: Multidisciplinary Artist and Author
01:47 Jezz's Childhood and Struggles with Loneliness
04:07 Navigating ADHD and Seeking Support
09:12 Understanding Depression and Disconnection
26:45 Discovering Queerness and Neurodivergence
30:29 Healing Through Art and Community
51:47 Facing the Future: Embracing Uncertainty
52:28 Questioning the Status Quo: A Call for Change
55:30 Healing Through Friendship and Affirmation
01:07:20 Art as a Path to Connection and Healing
01:18:47 Transforming Harm into Care
01:21:30 The Urgency of Collective Liberation
01:29:09 Embracing Change and Personal Growth
01:35:54 Honoring Queer Elders and Collective Healing
01:43:01 Final Thoughts: Permission to Be Yourself

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📚 Episode References
This Way to Change by Jezz Chung: https://smarturl.it/ThisWaytoChange
Lost Connections: Why You're Depressed and How to Find Hope by Johann Hari: https://amzn.eu/d/b3WqFnN
Adrienne Maree Brown: https://adriennemareebrown.net/
Mia Mingus: https://www.instagram.com/miamingus
Leah Lakshmi Piepzna-Samarasinha: https://brownstargirl.org/
Disability Visibility by Alice Wong: https://rb.gy/rwzoc4
Through the Void by Jezz Chung: https://shorturl.at/X1JAE
Parable of the Sower by Octavia E. Butler: https://shorturl.at/6OSqO
Grace Lee Boggs: https://w.wiki/3HWr

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