The Shit Stick of Life
The Shit Stick of Life
Podcast Description
The Shit Stick of Life is a podcast about people who have used the proverbial shit stick of life to launch into vibrant, fulfilling, and meaningful next chapters. It’s about how we come back; from failure to betrayal, and move through tragedy and loss. Each episode will feature honest, inspiring conversations about resilience.
Podcast host and re-visionary Kortney Wilson knows a thing or two about reinventing herself. She's been an actress (ironically, on the soap opera One Life to Live), a signed recording artist, a reality television star, an author, a real estate agent, a house flipper, a home designer, a style influencer, and the host of multiple shows on HGTV. When her "perfect" marriage of 20 years ended, surfacing decades of secrets and betrayals, the shock and devastation shook her to her core. She called EVERY aspect of her life into question.
On The Shit Stick of Life Podcast, Kortney shares her story and goes deep in conversation with her heroes, artists, authors, activists, and others--who have transformed their lives and reinvented themselves in the face of extraordinary setbacks.
New episodes drop every other Thursday starting February 2025.
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
The podcast explores themes of resilience, reinvention, and recovery from life’s harsh realities, with a particular focus on topics such as betrayal, divorce, and loss. Episodes include personal stories like Kortney Wilson’s journey through her marriage's end and candid interviews with guests like Fartumo Kusow, who shares her experiences with intimate partner violence and motherhood in the face of tragedy. Each episode aims to inspire listeners by highlighting how individuals turn their struggles into vibrant new beginnings.
The Shit Stick of Life is a podcast about people who have used the proverbial shit stick of life to launch into vibrant, fulfilling, and meaningful next chapters. It’s about how we come back; from failure to betrayal, and move through tragedy and loss. Each episode will feature honest, inspiring conversations about resilience.
Podcast host and re-visionary Kortney Wilson knows a thing or two about reinventing herself. She’s been an actress (ironically, on the soap opera One Life to Live), a signed recording artist, a reality television star, an author, a real estate agent, a house flipper, a home designer, a style influencer, and the host of multiple shows on HGTV. When her “perfect” marriage of 20 years ended, surfacing decades of secrets and betrayals, the shock and devastation shook her to her core. She called EVERY aspect of her life into question.
On The Shit Stick of Life Podcast, Kortney shares her story and goes deep in conversation with her heroes, artists, authors, activists, and others–who have transformed their lives and reinvented themselves in the face of extraordinary setbacks.
New episodes drop every other Thursday starting February 2025.
Disclaimer: This conversation discusses PTSD and touches on the use of psychedelic-assisted therapy.
On the last episode of season one, host Kortney Wilson welcomes Dr. Carlen Costa to help navigate recent trauma and PTSD symptoms she’s been experiencing. Kortney and Carlen delve into the complexities of PTSD, exploring its symptoms, the healing process, and the transformative power of therapy. The conversation also touches on the emerging field of psychedelic therapy, examining its potential benefits and the importance of intention in healing. They also discuss the misconceptions surrounding trauma, the importance of self-awareness, and the readiness required for healing. Both Kortney and Carlen share personal trauma, including Carlen’s challenges with body image and the pursuit of thinness, while also addressing the impact of societal pressures. Finally, they emphasize the significance of community support in healing and the need for honest communication when helping loved ones navigate their mental health challenges.
More About Dr. Carlen Costa:
Carlen Costa is a dynamic OCSWSSW psychotherapist, clinical sexologist, psychedelic-assisted psychotherapist and cannabis educator based in London, Ontario, Canada. She engages you to learn how to love yourself and others better through her love & mental wealth lifestyle brand and in her wellness center and private practice, Mothership London working with clients worldwide. Carlen is also the host of “The Spicy Fat” podcast on the Women in Media Network where she delves into topics ranging from ADHD, weight loss, positive body image, mental health, love, relationships, and cannabis to psychedelics.
Links:
https://www.mothershipcanada.com/https://www.carlencosta.com/
https://www.instagram.com/carlen.costa/ https://www.womeninmedia.network/show/spicy-fat-podcast/
Connect with Kortney:
https://www.shitstickoflife.com/
https://www.instagram.com/shitstickoflifepodcast
https://www.tiktok.com/@allthingskortney
Watch on YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLyIp6IQjgepxjIL9a3sgYXaEcCwT65XDH
Leave Kortney a voicenote!
https://www.shitstickoflife.com/voicemail/
(00:00) Navigating Life’s Challenges
(02:54) Understanding PTSD
(06:09) The Role of Therapy in Healing
(08:56) Exploring the Impact of Trauma
(12:03) Kintsugi: Healing Through Transformation
(14:57) Psychedelic Therapy: A New Frontier
(17:54) The Science Behind MDMA and Psilocybin
(20:57) Personal Experiences and Transformations
(25:56) Understanding Trauma and Its Impact
(29:53) The Importance of Self-Awareness
(31:43) Navigating Readiness for Healing
(32:54) The Misuse of Trauma Terminology
(35:11) Personal Stories of Trauma
(41:39) The Pursuit of Thinness and Its Consequences
(43:07) Weight Loss Drugs: A Double-Edged Sword
(44:00) Supporting Loved Ones with PTSD
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