In this soulful conversation, Molly Smith and trauma-informed coach Jillian Pawlowski explore what it really means to be in the funk — and why sometimes, the most powerful thing you can do is create safety for yourself there.

Instead of rushing to “fix” or force a breakthrough, Jillian shares how to build self-trust, regulate your nervous system, and practice compassion in the messy middle. Together, she and Molly unpack how awareness, emotional regulation, and grace can transform the funk from something to escape into something that empowers growth.

✨ In this episode:

• Why sitting in the funk can be the first step toward healing
• The link between nervous system safety and emotional awareness
• How to trust your process and find meaning in the moment
• Practical tools to calm your mind and body when you’re in it

🎧 Tune in and remember — sometimes the funk is the teacher.

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