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As children, all of us needed to belong—to feel “a part of.” If we did not receive sufficient attunement from our primary caregivers, we likely experienced high levels of loneliness. The dilemma is that it may not have felt like loneliness because it was such a normal part of life. Vanessa talks candidly about her loneliness growing up, both in personal and collective spaces, and how she came to experience significant healing from that loneliness. 

Read essays, poetry and hear spoken word by Vanessa at Red Tent Living, an online women's magazine. 

Vanessa hosted several seasons of Peace Talks, a podcast at the intersection of spiritual formation and racial justice and what it means to be and become people of peace in an increasingly divisive world. 

Spiritual abuse is more than a psychological struggle; it’s a deeply embodied experience that leaves us disconnected from our desires, our internal compass, and even our own bodies. Whether it was inflicted by a person in authority, such as a pastor, thought leader, or parent, or by a trusted peer or group, the damage is undeniable. Trust becomes elusive, and you may feel unable to connect with others or even trust yourself.

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But healing is possible. It’s time to reclaim your story, restore what’s been lost, and move forward with renewed hope and purpose.

This virtual Story Workshop is specifically designed for, and led by, Black, Indigenous, Latino/a, and Asian/Pacific Islander people as the global majority of the world’s population. In the context of a supportive and facilitated environment through teaching and group work, you will receive encouragement and wisdom as you seek to understand, write, tell, and live your story in deeper and more transformative ways.

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This isn’t just more content. It’s a turning point.
A weekend that gives you space to breathe, reflect, and re-enter your story with courage, compassion, and clarity.