Alyssa Stefanson

The Awaken With Alyssa Podcast

Alyssa Stefanson

  • Trusting the Void: Illness, Identity Collapse & Awakening With Alana Joy Newton

Trusting the Void: Illness, Identity Collapse & Awakening With Alana Joy Newton

Tuesday 26th August 2025

Alana Joy Newton shares her journey from illness to spiritual awakening, revealing how trusting your body can lead to profound healing.
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55 minutes
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The Awaken With Alyssa Podcast
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Alyssa Stefanson
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Trusting Your Body: Alana Joy Newton's Journey Through Illness and Awakening

Episode Overview

  • Physical symptoms can be messages from your body.
  • Healing is a lifelong journey; embrace the process.
  • Trusting your body can lead to profound change.
  • Supportive relationships are crucial in recovery.
  • Embrace uncertainty as part of personal growth.
Life is for living.
Ever wondered what it takes to trust your body and embrace profound change? In this episode, Alyssa sits down with Alana Joy Newton, a remarkable individual whose journey through illness and identity collapse has led her to a spiritual awakening. Alana shares how a rare genetic disorder, Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, became a turning point in her life, prompting her to reconnect with her body and soul.
Her story is one of resilience and rediscovery, showing how physical symptoms can be messages from our bodies, guiding us towards healing. Through heartfelt anecdotes, Alana discusses the power of trusting the void and embracing uncertainty, which she likens to a caterpillar's transformation in a cocoon. The episode touches on themes of self-compassion, the importance of supportive relationships, and the idea that healing is a lifelong journey.
Alana's insights offer listeners a fresh perspective on how pain and discomfort can lead to growth and transformation. So, how do you find strength in the darkest times? Alana's experiences might just provide the answer you're looking for.
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