Warning: this episode openly discusses suicide.

In our last episode of this season, we had the opportunity to speak to Mercedes Kostucki, a Belgian trans woman who shares her raw and courageous story of transformation. Mercedes openly discusses her journey through gender transition and the struggles she faced, including suicidal thoughts, as she fought to live authentically in a world that often rejects those who don't conform.

We dive into the emotional and psychological challenges of transitioning and the weight of family and social expectations. Mercedes speaks with vulnerability about the darkest moments of her life and the hard won path that eventually led her to self-acceptance. A testament to resilience and the courage to embrace who you truly are, her story speaks to the healing power of intimacy and connection.

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En este episodio, el intelectual Ignacio García nos comparte el relato de su profunda transformación: primero como un abogado de derechos humanos con enfoque completamente racional, hasta cultivar el camino espiritual que fue instigado por el amor de su vida y familia.

A través de su vínculo con la naturaleza, representado por una majestuosa ceiba, y su decisión de adoptar, nos muestra cómo el amor transformador lo llevó a deconstruir viejos patrones patriarcales y a redescubrir su propósito. Su historia refleja un delicado equilibrio entre su ejercicio profesional como abogado y su vida espiritual, mientras construye una familia que incluye tanto hijos biológicos como cósmicos.

Instituto WEM (Masculinidad, sexualidad y pareja) teléfono: 2225 7511 https://g.co/kgs/s11FoTY

A Cyborg Manifesto: https://archive.org/details/anarchy_Cyborg_Manifesto_Harroway https://archive.org/details/anarchy_Cyborg_Manifesto_Harroway/page/n3/mode/1up

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Este episodio tiene música original del cantautor británico Nick Mulvey

Agradecimiento especial a Kate Linens, una empresa de ropa de cama de lujo que se especializa en todo lo esencial para una noche de sueño perfecta. Descubrí más en https://katelinens.com/

Gracias al Hotel Belmar por apoyar este y muchos otros proyectos especiales. Podés seguirles en IG @hotelbelmar

In this episode, Taz Takirau, a Māori indigenous man from New Zealand, shares his profound journey of healing and reconnecting with his life's purpose during the C0 VID pandemic. Taz speaks directly to men, discussing the challenges of overcoming deep-seated anger and the importance of building new, healthier masculinities. His motivation comes from his children and grandchildren, and he emphasizes the ongoing work of protecting the Earth and supporting one another. Taz's powerful message, "you're not alone, brother," reminds us that no matter our background, we all face similar struggles mentally, physically, and spiritually. Taz reflects on the transformative power of heritage, resilience, and the collective journey towards inner peace and environmental stewardship.

Kohutapu Lodge info:

Enjoy a guided walking tour in one of the world's last remaining Jurassic Podocarp Native Rainforests or experience a historical cultural tour of the land. Learn traditional Māori activities - weaving, haka lessons, night time eel fishing and more. Or perhaps you might just want to gaze at the lake, and relax.

https://www.kohutapulodge.co.nz/

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More info:

​https://www.christineraine.org/

Follow us:

IG: @theheroinesjourneyproject

TikTok: @theheroinesjourney

Special thanks to Hotel Belmar for supporting this and many other special projects. Follow them on IG: @hotelbelmar

This episode is also made possible thanks to the support of Kate Linens. For more information, visit https://katelinens.com/