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[Minisode] Why Auditioning for Belonging is So Last Season

In this mini episode of "Brave Hearts Speak", host Lucia Severtson shares a personal story about her challenging partnership with the nonprofit Mountain Sisterhood. She explores subtle forms of abuse and hierarchy disguised as community, describing emotional labor, dismissal, and the importance of reciprocity. Lucia reframes the question from "Do they want me?" to "Do I want them?" and encourages listeners to seek genuine, co-creative spaces. The episode offers insights on recognizing covert abuse, building true community, and choosing environments that honor one's worth and bravery…

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