Inner Rebel

"If your body is rejecting this world, if your body is rejecting the way society is treating the earth, that's a compliment. It's a compliment to be a canary. It's a compliment to be sensitive. It's a compliment to be sick in a toxic world."

In our last interview of the season (whaa) we sit down with one of Jessica's dearest friends and biggest inspirations, Kaeley Pruitt-Hamm of KPH & The Canary Collective. From the heart of D.C., nonprofit activism to shaking up systems from the confines of bed, Kaeley’s journey of rebellion is unlike any other story we've shared. Battling debilitating illness for five years, Kaeley comes to the mic to teach us about what it means to be a “canary” — and how to let our vulnerability out of the cage.

This conversation is a call to acknowledge the many inconvenient truths we tend to ignore—from systemic gaslighting in healthcare to the undeniable connection between our bodies and this earth. We explore how to have compassion for all parts of ourselves, stepping out of the "chill girlfriend" archetype, challenging our definitions of power, and so, so much more. This episode encourages introspection, self-trust, and a profound appreciation for the interconnectedness of existence, serving as a reminder to listen deeply—to ourselves, to others, and to the world around us.

Songs in this episode by KPH & The Canary Collective:
No is not enough
Believe Her
Disobey

Topics in this episode:

• The concept of "quiet power"
• Trusting one's intuition in a gaslighting world
• Acknowledging inconvenient truths
• The interconnectedness of all beings
• The importance of listening to the voices of "canaries" and marginalized communities.
• Embracing our multifaceted selves
• Lyme Disease, Endometriosis, Gall Bladder Disease
• What orcas are teaching us
• Navigating the complexities of following one's inner truth within obstructive systems.
• Sensitivity as strength
• Healing oneself and the world in tandem
• The power of artistry
• Advocating for a better world through self-trust and holistic thinking

Connect with KPH & The Canary Collective:

Website: http://www.canarycollective.org/
Social: https://www.instagram.com/kphcanarycollective/
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/kph

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