Words in the Wilderness

The Words in the Wilderness podcast is for those who have the conviction to make changes in their life as they drag their feet through the messy middle, crying into the void "it ends with me." Led by Jacky Power - The Therapeutic Poet - these are conversations that look underneath the label, the diagnosis, the tidy explanation, at what's actually going on. If you've made a decision to change your life and now you're in that wobbly, lonely bit where nobody quite gets what you're going through, I made this for you. Because I've been there. Many times. Each episode starts with one of my own poems, using therapeutic poetry to set the scene. Sometimes it's just me, unpacking human tricky things. Sometimes it's a guest - a therapist, a coach, someone whose lived experience has taught them something worth passing on. We talk about leaving what doesn't fit anymore, about breaking the patterns you inherited and don't want to leave as your legacy, about all your human tricky things that you've maybe been taught to hide. I'm Jacky Power and I'm on a mission to rehumanise, one poem at a time. Reminding you that you have permission to feel and use those feelings as data to decode, not symptoms to squash. Follow Jacky on Instagram: @the_therapeutic_poet Find out more: www.jackypower.com Listen to Jacky on Insight Timer: www.insighttimer.com/TheTherapeuticPoet Join her on Substack`:www.jackypower.substack.com

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  Episode #3

  When words fail us

  Aug 19, 202612 minS7

  How can we write when words fail us? When we face extreme stress or trauma the part of the brain that helps us to put words around the experience goes offline as our brain goes into survival mode. Often we are told 'It's good to talk' when we're experiencing difficulty but that is not always possible. So is there another way? In this episode Jacky Power shares how poetry can be used as a form of somatic witnessing; a way of tuning into the sensations in our bodies and giving them shape through sound, rhythm, fragments and even made-up words. You don’t have to explain what happened, make sense of it, or turn it into a neat story. Instead, you can listen to what your experience feels like in your body and allow the sensations give shape to their own sounds. It’s an invitation to write without self-censorship, without interpretation, and without the pressure to make something “good”. There is a lot of talk in wellbeing spaces about healing or recovery, but this is allowing for something different. It is allowing for what is and trusting that through the process of being 'with' our emotion - energy in motion - will shift.

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  Episode #2

  Why do you choose a heart that’s scarred? Love, Healing, and Self-Discovery with Dufflyn Lammers, author of 'You Had Me At Bonjour'

  Aug 11, 202652 minS7

  In this episode, Dufflyn Lammers shares her journey toward embracing vulnerability, love, and authenticity through her personal stories, writing, and spiritual reflection. We discuss stories from her book You Had Me At Bonjour as she shares how she has navigated complex relationships, self-acceptance, and attachment healing, all with a beguiling humour and lightness. What we cover The power of self-love and loving others unconditionally, even amidst scars and imperfections How cultural differences influence body image and perceptions of love The importance of loving yourself as you are, without expectations or boundaries The journey from insecure attachment to secure attachment The role of creative practices like writing, improvisation, and meditation in healing past trauma Navigating vulnerability with honesty, and the bravery required to share one's truth The significance of trust, boundaries, and clear communication in healthy relationships The influence of early childhood experiences and family blueprint on adult relationship 00:00 – Introduction & welcome 02:13 – Opening poem: "I Loved Him Once" 04:45 – Loving someone as they are, not as you "should" 06:42 – Writing as a safe space for radical honesty 09:11 – Meeting Benjamin, early recovery, showing up for each other 11:05 – The conversation about not wanting children 13:33 – Clear boundaries, kindly held 14:17 – Dufflyn: the American Love Coach in Paris 15:04 – Attachment blueprint: mother's inconsistency, father's anger 17:31 – The Ideal Parent Figure Protocol explained 20:04 – Embodiment, narrative coherence, and grief 23:17 – Addiction relapse and relational wounding 24:27 – Acting career, approval-seeking, and improv as repair 26:58 – Current workshops & the "You Had Me at Bonjour" experience 28:07 – Jealousy, body image, and a difficult moment with Benjamin 30:07 – Reading: the blessing ritual passage 33:40 – Cultural differences and the "spell" that led to Benjamin 37:46 – The bravery of writing this book 39:56 – Depth and humor: "the French Revolution" line 42:08 – Awe, enchantment, and the poetic life 45:33 – Building an immersive storytelling experience 46:27 – Getting permission: family reactions to the book 50:01 – Where to find the book & closing thanks This conversation underscores the importance of honesty, vulnerability, humour, and spiritual curiosity on the path to becoming more loving and authentic. Tune in to explore how embracing your scars, stories, and awe can transform your relationships and life. You Had Me at Bonjour by Dufflyn Lammers can be bought at all online book stores as ebook or audio book. Check out more of Dufflyn's work at https://www.dufflyn.com

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  Episode #1

  'There's a thin line between the sanity of poetry and the insanity of existence.' A conversation with poet Mohammed Moussa

  Jul 28, 20261h 3mS7

  In this episode, Jacky Power talks with Mohammed Moussa , a Palestinian poet, journalist, and founder of the Gaza Poets Society, about the role of poetry in bearing witness to displacement and grief, writing across English and Arabic, the link between place and memory, and the art of noticing. Moe reads from his forthcoming poetry collection, Where to Lay This Heart , and Jacky shares two of her own poems in response. About Moe Moussa Moe Moussa is a Palestinian poet and freelance journalist from the Gaza Strip, and the founder of the Gaza Poets Society (2018) and Gaza's Creative Allies. His poetry collections include Flamingo (2020), Salted Wounds (2023), My Death Is Not a Song for You to Sing (2025), and the forthcoming Where to Lay This Heart (2026). Substack (Moe Moussa): https://moemousa.substack.com/ Instagram (Moe Moussa, @gaza.guy): https://www.instagram.com/gaza.guy/ X / Twitter (@MoeMoussa25): https://x.com/MoeMoussa25 Gaza Poets Society Founded by Moe Moussa in 2018, the first spoken-word poetry community in the Gaza Strip, publishing and connecting Gazan poets with the international literary community. Website: https://www.gazapoets.org/ Substack: https://gazapoetssociety.substack.com/ Gaza's Creative Allies An international collective led by the Gaza Poets Society, uniting artists, writers, and creatives in solidarity with the Palestinian people. Substack: https://creativeallies.substack.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gazascreativeallies/ The Book Where to Lay This Heart , Moe Moussa's fourth poetry collection, is due for release on 1 August as an e-book, published by the Gaza Poets Society. Readers interested in helping fund a print edition can get in touch via the Gaza Poets Society Substack. Poems Featured in This Episode "Tell It to the Sky" - Moe Moussa "Where to Lay This Heart" - Moe Moussa "Under the Same Sky" - Moe Moussa "Bulbs Not Bombs" - Jacky Power "Come Lie With Me" - Jacky Power "Beauty Within" - Jacky Power

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  Episode #10

  From Fighting to Fair Play

  Jun 16, 202642 minS6

  Most couples struggle with invisible labour, resentment, and unspoken expectations - until they discover a simple, powerful system that transforms their relationship. In this eye-opening episode, Dr. Sharmila Logothas reveals how the Fair Play method, created by Eve Rodsky, offers a clear, card-based roadmap for redistributing household and caregiving tasks, dismantling gender norms, and fostering true equality at home. But it’s more than just chores; it’s a tool to tackle toxic masculinity, create intimacy through honest conversations, and reclaim your time and emotional well-being. You’ll discover: How the "blueberry moment" can spark profound relationship shifts and personal empowerment The importance of recognising and valuing all time equally, especially in a world obsessed with work and achievement Why naming tasks and setting boundaries can alleviate resentment and prevent emotional burnout How relational therapy and techniques like Fair Play safeguard your connection amidst modern chaos Practical strategies to navigate resistance and resistance, whether you're a hesitant partner or the one holding more of the mental load If you're finding yourself overwhelmed by the unseen chores of daily life, yearning for deeper connection, or simply seeking a framework to bring clarity and fairness into your relationship, this episode is your essential guide. Perfect for couples ready to do the work, mental load warriors, and anyone craving healthier, more connected relationships in a world that often feels messy and uncertain. Tune in and learn how to turn organisation into intimacy, and create a life where everyone’s needs are acknowledged, respected, and fulfilled. Guest Dr. Sharmila Logothas is a licensed psychologist and founder of Intentional Psychology, specialising in relationship dynamics, mental health, and the transformative power of practical tools like Fair Play. https://intentional-psychology.com/about-me https://intentional-psychology.com/other-services https://www.instagram.com/drsharmilalogathas/

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  Episode #9

  The Thing No One Wants To Talk About With Sophie Olson

  Jun 9, 20261h 6mS6

  Content note: this episode discusses childhood sexual abuse, addiction, self-harm, psychiatric systems, and suicide attempts. Please take care of yourself as you listen. What happens when the unspeakable has no language? When every time you try to speak, someone turns away? Sophie Olsen is a survivor of childhood sexual abuse, a trainer, and the author of The Flying Child — a book that took a decade of being labelled, medicated and told there was no recovery before it could be written. She was eventually told by a psychiatrist that she would never live without community support and medication. She disagreed. This conversation goes into the territory that most podcasts avoid — not to shock, but because the silence around it is part of the harm. Sophie talks about what it took to finally find words for the unspeakable, the door that was shut on her again and again by the systems meant to help, and the moment a fairy story written on a phone at midnight changed everything. In this episode: How behaviours get labelled as disorders when nobody asks why Ten years in a mental health system that saw the symptoms and never the cause The door handle moment - advice to her 29-year-old self on what she needed to hear How images, drawings, and eventually fairy tale writing became the bridge to speech 'Society shame not mine' - why the silence around child sexual abuse is a collective shame, not just a personal one The writing workshops that are now paying it forward for other survivors | | "Was she unstable? Or were you unable to be the anchor? Her rock? One eye on your clock? Was she too complex? Or was it quite simple — if only you cared where to look." — Told You, Sophie Olsen Links: The Flying Child Website: https://www.theflyingchild.com/ Link to Book: https://www.theflyingchild.com/book Resources to support those of you affected by this episode due to personal experience: https://enoughabuse.org/get-help/survivor-support/

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