The Let's Get Uncomfortable Podcast

Queen J.
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  • Mental Health
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An open dialogue centered around healing in todays time, through the acknowledgement of pain, while gathering tools to achieve a life after trauma, if you want it. Touches on sensitive subjects surrounding mental health and healing from intergenerational traumas.

  1. Aug 29

    Breaking Free Through Writing: How Personal Stories Heal And Transform

    Breaking Free Through Writing: How Personal Stories Heal and Transform Queen J and Taylor Barkley talk about writing as a form of healing, testimony, and spiritual clarity, with a focus on how poetry can carry lived experience in a way that helps both writer and reader process pain. This conversation centers on vulnerability, self-publishing, and the courage it takes to release deeply personal work into the world. Primary format: InterviewSpeakers: Queen J and Taylor Barkley Primary goal: Educational and discussion Main topics: Writing as healing, self-publishing, vulnerability and testimony Key topics Queen J opens with a mindfulness practice before shifting into a conversation about breaking free through writing and the power of poetic journalism.Taylor shares that her first book, Diary of a Broken Vessel, began as a collection of poems written in high school and college, later shaped into a published body of work.Taylor explains that her dad encouraged her to publish, but she initially resisted because she was unfamiliar with self-publishing and felt exposed by the vulnerability of sharing her work publicly.The conversation explores what it meant for Taylor to include her testimony in the book and how seeing it in print made the experience feel both surreal and scary.Queen J and Taylor compare their own experiences of writing books, especially the challenge of deciding what to include and how much of their personal story to reveal.Taylor says she hopes readers walk away with courage, the reminder that they are not alone, and the encouragement to use whatever gift or platform God has given them.Both speakers reflect on journaling as a lifelong practice, describing it as a safe space for processing thoughts, emotions, and experiences that were hard to speak aloud.Taylor shares that her writing often starts as fragments, journal entries, or thoughts that come later into full poems, sometimes weeks or months after the initial idea.Queen J performs her poem The Fine Print, which uses strong imagery about warning labels, emotional boundaries, and being understood with care.The conversation closes around the emotional aftermath of publishing, including how public vulnerability can affect relationships, and how both speakers have learned to accept that not everyone will receive their testimony the same way. Mindful Minutes and Quotes: “Wanted people to know that they're not alone.”“Writing was always my way of releasing.”“This is my testimony, that's my testimony.” Timestamps 00:00 - Technical setup and introduction to the guest03:17 - Why Taylor wrote Diary of a Broken Vessel05:25 - The fear and freedom of putting testimony on the page09:23 - Writing to help others break free through their own stories12:18 - Journaling as a lifelong safe space14:41 - How long the first book took to write and revise16:15 - Taylor’s favorite poem in the book: Blessed Assurance17:13 - Reading Blessed Assurance aloud20:19 - Self-publishing vs working with a publisher22:17 - Queen J reads The Fine Print24:47 - The imagery and meaning behind The Fine Print28:04 - How poetry first entered Queen J’s life in college33:40 - Early exposure to spoken word and performing arts in church36:07 - Doing poetry scared and still showing up40:49 - Writing as an outlet for processing and release42:16 - Seasons when writing does not come easily43:27 - What Taylor does when she cannot pick up the pen45:33 - Capturing poems in the moment before they disappear48:51 - The emotional cost of publishing vulnerable work51:14 - Support systems that helped Taylor after releasing her book53:35 - Owning testimony without overexplaining it Socials: @_Officiallyqueenj & @letsgetuncomfortablepod on IG @taykor__ Follow @letsgetuncomfortablepod on Youtube

  2. 04/17/2025

    Black, Spiritual, and Safe

    In this deeply personal episode of The Let's Get Uncomfortable Podcast, we open up about finding healing through unexpected digital spaces. From spiraling mentally to discovering the power of Black spiritual yoga on YouTube, this conversation explores the impact of vulnerability, self-discovery, and building community online. Queen J Links:Queen J Socials: ‪IG @letsgetuncomfortablepod‬ IG: @_officiallyqueenjPreorder Queen J's new book The Girl Behind The Glass: https://shorturl.at/dNvEr Arianna Links: @AriannaElizabeth  on YoutubeIG: brightxsaltedyoga

  3. 04/03/2025

    Neuroplasticity with Dr. David Clarke

    In this episode of The Let’s Get Uncomfortable Podcast, we sit down with Dr. David Clarke, a pioneering expert in psychophysiologic disorders and the co-founder of the Association for Treatment of Neuroplastic Symptoms. As the author of They Can’t Find Anything Wrong! and lead editor of Psychophysiologic Disorders, and a third book, A Diagnostic Guide for Psychophysiologic Disorders, Dr. Clarke shares his insights on the powerful connection between the mind and body. We explore the science of neuroplasticity—how our brains can adapt and heal. Tune in for an eye-opening conversation about the future of mental health. Dr. Clarke Links: Radio one-pager: https://onlinepresskit247.com/upload/davidclarke/radio-one-pager-updated-10-28-24-1730225346.doc Website: https://www.symptomatic.me/ Queen J Links: Queen J Socials: ‪IG @letsgetuncomfortablepod‬ IG: @_officiallyqueenjPreorder Queen J's new book: The Girl Behind The Glass: https://shorturl.at/dNvEr

  4. 03/20/2025

    The Power of Health: Jeanie Taggart's Transformational Journey

    This week on The Let's Get Uncomfortable Podcast, Jeanie Taggart, the founder of The Power of Health, talks about her inspiring personal health journey and how it lead to her budding her company.Jeannie's Website: https://www.thepwrofhealth.comQueen J Socials: ‪IG @letsgetuncomfortablepod‬ IG: @_officiallyqueenjPreorder Queen J's new book: The Girl Behind The Glass: https://shorturl.at/dNvEr

  5. 03/06/2025

    Redefining Emotional Resilience with Cedric Bertelli

    In this episode of The Let's Get Uncomfortable podcast, we sit down with Cedric from the Emotional Health Institute to dive deep into mental health and its impact on our bodies. Cedric shares valuable insights on how our emotions shape our well-being, the mind-body connection, and practical ways to improve emotional resilience. Tune in for an enlightening conversation that will help you better understand your mental and physical health!

  6. 02/20/2025

    110 CBT Tips with Judith Belmont

    In this episode, we sit down with Judith Belmont, therapist and author of 110 CBT Tips and Tools. We explore her journey into becoming a therapist, the inspiration behind her book, and how Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) can be a transformative tool for mental wellness.

  7. 02/06/2025

    Embody Fitness: A Conversation on Health, Hustle, and Consistency

    In this episode of The Let's Get Uncomfortable Podcast, I sit down with Olivia James to talk all things fitness—staying consistent with workouts, making healthier food choices, and her personal fitness journey that led her to create her very own fitness app. "Embody: The Fitness App" is a platform designed to help people stay motivated and in shape from the comfort of their own homes. Whether you're just starting out or looking to step up your routine, this episode is packed with inspiration and practical tips to keep you on track. Download the app on iPhone: https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&source=web&rct=j&opi=89978449&url=https://apps.apple.com/us/app/embody-the-fitness-app/id1574565675&ved=2ahUKEwi6_8W236uLAxXnkYkEHR8iK-MQFnoECBMQAQ&usg=AOvVaw3E6LeJ6lkfINFcOx-Hu3PaDownload the app on Android: https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&source=web&rct=j&opi=89978449&url=https://play.google.com/store/apps/details%3Fid%3Dcom.leanondigital.trainlikeliv%26hl%3Den_US&ved=2ahUKEwi6_8W236uLAxXnkYkEHR8iK-MQFnoECBcQAQ&usg=AOvVaw0Cfi7PMZxR73lYA-e7kdD4 Referral:https://form.fillout.com/t/qcwx2Qyq6kus

  8. 01/23/2025

    S.T.E.P. ing on Faith with Nick Prefontaine

    In this episode of the Let's Get Uncomfortable podcast, Queen J interviews Nick Prefontaine, who shares his miraculous journey of recovery after a life-altering snowboarding accident. Nick discusses his unique STEP system for recovery, which emphasizes support, trust, energy, and persistence.

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