Where The Lotus Grows

Toxic Positivity

Toxic positivity can be hard not to encounter and sometimes we're all guilty of urging others and even ourselves to "look on the bright side" instead of sitting with discomfort.  At what point do "positive vibe" platitudes become toxic and how can we avoid falling into the toxic positivity trap? Kim and Tonya have a few ideas. Support the show

Kim's Journey Pt. 20: What Comes After Cancer

Last time we caught up with Kim, she had great news -  as her scans were all clear, BUT the next part of her journey had just begun.  In todays episode, the ladies discuss Kim's upcoming surgery as a preventative measure and the new drug therapy regime that they're asking her to take.  Spoiler - the list of pros and cons are lengthy and uncover a lot of discussion about being your own best advocate. Enjoy! Support the show

Let's Revisit Cannabis - Professional Edition

Since her cancer diagnosis, Kim has learned a lot more about the medical marijuana industry and the use of cannabis in cancer care.  The ladies dive deep into all of the new things she's learned from working with cannabis coaches and nurses specializing in the field, and Tonya shares her recent experience touring a Colorado growing facility. Support the show

A very special episode: Abortion

In the light of the SCOTUS  decision over turning Roe V. Wade, the WTLG  wanted to turn our  grief into something that is (hopefully)  constructive for the couragitarians.  It was certainly cathartic for us. This episode contains fun facts about the progress women have made in the last 50 years,  personal abortion stories, facts, statistics and above all support for the RADICAL notion that women, as humans,  have the right to full body autonomy.  Warning: this episode discusses sexual assault, abusive relationships, traumatic experiences, and sex Support the show

Kim's Journey pt. 19: Finally Some Good News

Kim shares the good news and LOTS of thoughts about what happens next and how the health care system could be improved.  A vital episode if you've been following Kim's Journey - Enjoy!Support the show