This episode is a continuation of my interview with Shaun O'Connor, a multi-award-winning filmmaker and writer from Ireland. He is the creator of The Depersonalization Manual which details his recovery from chronic depersonalization and provides a complete guide to recovery for sufferers of the condition. In this interview, Shaun tells the story of his experience of depersonalization and the things he's learned regarding how to best handle the condition. Some other things we talk about are: The ...
Mar 11, 2023•1 hr 5 min•Season 1Ep. 9
In this episode, I interview Shaun O'Connor who is a multi-award-winning filmmaker and writer from Ireland. He is the creator of The Depersonalization Manual which details his recovery from chronic depersonalization and provides a complete guide to recovery for sufferers of the condition. In this interview, Shaun tells the story of his experience of depersonalization and the things he's learned regarding how to best handle the condition. We also talk about: The relationship between DPDR and anxi...
Mar 11, 2023•1 hr 7 min•Season 1Ep. 9
In this episode I have my mom (Jane) on the show again to continue our conversation from Episode 1 about my experience of depersonalization, this time talking about the metaphysical and spiritual phenomena that occurred alongside my recovery. TRIGGER WARNING: Viewer discretion is advised as we discuss graphic details involving death during this episode. During the episode we also discuss: - Choosing to see magic and meaning in difficult life experiences - Leaning into life and choosing to experi...
Aug 17, 2022•1 hr 7 min•Season 1Ep. 8
In this short bonus episode I update the listeners on latest podcast developments and future plans for the show. Learn more about Cosmic Marina LLC and services offered: https://linktr.ee/cosmicmarina or IG: cosmic_marina Learn About Intuitive Life Coaching with Marina Another DPDR Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dpdr-recovery/id1619729913 Theme Song: Depersonalization by Laurelia https://open.spotify.com/track/47g5gA37TiSKInx60xbXKS...
Jul 22, 2022•21 min•Season 1Ep. 8
In this episode I interview Joe Perkins who is a musician and author of Life On Autopilot: A Guide to Living With Depersonalization Disorder. Throughout the episode we discuss: - Joe’s experience of chronic depersonalization and writing his book during the pandemic - The importance of spreading awareness of depersonalization - Our thoughts on modern life, the pandemic, and technology in relation to depersonalization - How to decide what to do with your life when you might not feel as inspired or...
Feb 04, 2022•1 hr 47 min•Season 1Ep. 7
In this episode I interview Anna Ciaunica who is a philosopher and cognitive scientist. Her work focuses on the relationship between self-consciousness, embodiment, and social interactions. In this episode she explains how we first develop our sense of self and what this tells us about the fundamentals of the sense of self. We talk about how this relates to depersonalization and how we can use this knowledge to try to re-gain equilibrium in our life in order to feel more embodied and less stuck ...
Nov 04, 2021•1 hr 2 min•Season 1Ep. 6
In this episode I interview Stephanie Khio who has used cognitive behavioral therapy and somatic healing techniques to cope with her experiences of dissociation. She tells us about her experience of dissociation as a symptom of PTSD, and all of the challenging yet strengthening lessons she’s learned as a result. We talk about ways in which we’ve learned to look at our fears head on, to feel through pain and emotions even when it’s scary, and to check in with our bodies and be our own healers. En...
Jul 18, 2021•1 hr 3 min•Season 1Ep. 5
In this episode I talk about how my view of dissociation has changed over time. I read a diary entry from when I was experiencing the deepest depths of my dissociation, and I share practical things I was doing to feel better leading up to my recovery. To wrap up, I walk listeners through a guided meditation tailored for dissociation. Learn About Intuitive Life Coaching with Marina Headspace meditation- https://www.headspace.com Numb (depersonalization movie)- https://m.imdb.com/video/vi4177267...
Jun 26, 2021•58 min•Season 1Ep. 4
In this mini episode I give a quick, intense, and tearful update on the positive results of my soul retrieval sessions so far.
Apr 23, 2021•9 min•Season 1Ep. 4
In this episode I interview Kristen Von Foxx, The Shamanatrix, who is a Shamanic Healer and Soul Retrieval Specialist. Kristen explains the viewpoint that Shamanism has on dissociation and how the revival of these ancient practices can help people regain the parts of themselves that they’ve lost. Kristen takes us through her journey from working as a creative arts therapist, working through her own trauma, being initiated into soul retrieval work, and witnessing the ways in which soul retrieval ...
Apr 21, 2021•1 hr 43 min•Season 1Ep. 3
In this episode I talk about the positive outlook I tried to maintain to make my experience easier, how I followed synchronicities as a path to feeling better, the importance of therapy, and some of the potential triggers for DPD/DRD and how they relate to your recovery. Learn About Intuitive Life Coaching with Marina
Mar 24, 2021•1 hr 11 min•Season 1Ep. 2
In this episode host Marina is interviewed by her mother about her experience of depersonalization and derealization. They discuss how it felt to be dissociated when it comes to perception, consciousness, existential crisis, and difficulties functioning in everyday life. They also talk about what it was like to recover and Marina's spiritual experiences alongside her recovery. There are some tears along the way, but some laughs of course too. Enjoy! Trigger warning- suicide is briefly discussed ...
Jan 27, 2021•32 min•Season 1Ep. 2
