Unmuted | Screaming at the Unknown

UNMUTED by The Lioness in the Darkness · Jul 20, 2026 · 36m

As the host of our system, I've learned that some of the hardest battles happen where no one else can see them.

In this episode, I share what it feels like to be outwardly present with family and friends while internally trying to comfort younger parts who are overwhelmed, frightened, or hurting. It's a strange kind of helplessness - trying to keep the outside world moving while everything inside is asking for safety at once.

I also talk about a nightmare that didn't stay in the dream. For the first time in a long time, my body screamed out loud while I was asleep - loud enough for my husband…