Ashes Became Altars

Adrian & Kaleen ❤️
  • 5.0 (2)
  • Mental Health
  • Updated Weekly

One of us moved across the country alone to start over. The other built a family with no safety net. This podcast is about breaking cycles, opening up about the experiences that shaped our lives, and proving that your past doesn’t have to define your future. Join us as we heal together and heal alongside you. you can email us at : ashesbecomealtarspod@gmail.com facebook: ashes became altars

Episodes

  1. Jun 24

    Too many "moms" in too many states

    In this episode, we go back through the years of moving state to state and what it did to our idea of home. We talk about the confusion of different step moms coming in and out of our lives, and how it shaped our sense of stability, trust, and identity while we were still growing up.

    29 min

  2. Jun 16

    We Missed Our Childhood—Even While We Were Living It

    We’re thanking everyone who’s reached out and sharing how those messages are filling in the gaps we didn’t realize were still open. We also talk about learning you can’t save someone who isn’t ready, and we reintroduce ourselves as we step into video podcasting and a new chapter.

    37 min

  3. Jun 10

    The rooms still echo

    The rooms may be empty, but the echoes remain. In this episode, we open up about the pain we carried with us and how the past continues to shape who we are today.

    59 min

  4. Jun 2

    When parents become strangers Pt. 2

    In Part Two, Kaleen shares her journey through the chaos, confusion, and unanswered questions that shaped her childhood. Two sisters, one story, and two very different paths through the same battles.

    27 min

  5. May 21

    When parents become strangers

    This episode is a deeper look into what it was really like after we were separated and placed into two different households. Adrian shares her experiences, the things she went through, and what life looked like from her side of things. In Part 2, Kaleen will open up about what it was like growing up on the other side. Although we were separated, we were still two sisters fighting many of the same battles in different ways. We’re opening up about the experiences, pain, and moments from our childhood that shaped us into the people we are today.

    55 min

  6. May 5

    From chaos to redemption

    We came from chaos, but redemption demanded a battle. Not the kind you see, but the kind that happens in silence, where every thought, every craving, every memory pulls you back into the fire. We fought for our lives in that unseen war, and even when we were outnumbered, we chose to stay. That’s what sobriety and healing is for us, not perfection, but victory in refusing to give up.

    51 min

  7. Apr 28

    It Felt Like a Movie… Until It Didn’t

    If our story were a movie, it would be the kind that keeps you on edge the entire time. The kind where you’re not sure how it’s going to end. But somehow… it lands in a place we never expected: hope.

    36 min

  8. Apr 21

    What we never said

    Join us as we talk about a court ordered and silence that carried into our lives. In this episode we use our voices to speak on silence and others decisions that affected us.

    1h 4m

  9. Apr 14

    Strict Vs freedom

    In this episode, we talk about two completely different upbringings—one strict, one absent—but both left their mark. We talk about how control and neglect shaped who we are today.

    37 min

  10. Apr 7

    A childhood that never stayed still ( part 2 )

    🎙️ Part 2: In this episode, my sister and I open up about what it was really like growing up constantly moving from state to state. What seemed like an exciting life of travel often felt lonely as we left behind schools, friendships, and every place we tried to call home. We share the emotions, the challenges, and the lessons that shaped who we are today. We hope you enjoy listening and would love your feedback.

    49 min

  11. Apr 2

    A childhood that never stayed still ( part 1 )

    🎙️ In this episode, my sister and I open up about what it was really like growing up constantly moving from state to state. What seemed like an exciting life of travel often felt lonely as we left behind schools, friendships, and every place we tried to call home. We share the emotions, the challenges, and the lessons that shaped who we are today. We hope you enjoy listening and would love your feedback.

    43 min

  12. Apr 1

    Why we started Ashes Became Altars

    Welcome to ashes became altars. We're sisters who have walked through abuse, trauma, addiction, loss, and homelessness. For years, our stories felt too heavy to share - until we realized our ashes could become altars, turning pain into purpose and brokenness into hope. This is a space for real stories, honest conversations, and healing. If you've ever felt lost, hurt, or stuck, we're here to remind you: healing is possible!

    16 min
  • 12 Episodes

Ratings & Reviews

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About

One of us moved across the country alone to start over. The other built a family with no safety net. This podcast is about breaking cycles, opening up about the experiences that shaped our lives, and proving that your past doesn’t have to define your future. Join us as we heal together and heal alongside you. you can email us at : ashesbecomealtarspod@gmail.com facebook: ashes became altars

Information

  • Creator
    Adrian & Kaleen ❤️
  • Years Active
    2K
  • Episodes
    12
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Adrian & Kaleen ❤️
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