Send us a text In this episode of Return to Weird, Jessa sits down with Elijah Parker — Gene Keys Guide, Ambassador, and Co-CEO of the Gene Keys — for a grounded, embodied conversation about shadow, relationships, grief, and what it means to stay open in a time of collective change. Together, they explore how the Gene Keys reframe shadow not as something to fix or transcend, but as a living intelligence carrying hidden gifts. They talk about relationships as mirrors, gentleness as a radical strength, and how creativity becomes a meaningful response to chaos rather than an escape from it. Elijah shares his personal journey with the Gene Keys, how loss and contemplation reshaped his relationship to grief and love, and why returning to what makes us uniquely weird is essential for reclaiming our genius. ⸻ ⏳ Timestamps 00:00 – Introduction & the Living Wisdom of the Gene Keys 01:48 – Elijah’s Journey with the Gene Keys 05:40 – Shadow, Gift, and Why Nothing in You Is Broken 11:34 – Relationships as Mirrors: The Venus Sequence 15:41 – Gentleness as Strength 22:15 – Choice, Imagination, and Embodied Awareness 25:15 – Grief, Ecstasy, and Emotional Alchemy 36:30 – The Great Change & Collective Transformation 44:44 – Creativity as a Response to Chaos 51:40 – Reclaiming Your Unique Genius ⸻ ✨ About Elijah Parker Elijah Parker is a Gene Keys Guide, Ambassador, and a core member of the Gene Keys team. As Co-CEO, he plays a leading role in the organization’s strategy, operations, and creative direction. With a background in design, storytelling, event production, and intermodal expressive arts, Elijah brings both left- and right-brain intelligence to his work. He has spent years integrating the Gene Keys deeply into his own life, cultivating a unique ability to transmit profound truths in a spontaneous, grounded, and elegant way. Elijah facilitates personal and group Gene Keys sessions focused on relationship transformation, creative activation, and discovering the gifts hidden within life’s challenges. 🔮 CONNECT WITH ELIJAH PARKER 🌐 Website: https://fractaldoors.com/ Get Your Free Gene Keys Profile: https://genekeys.com/free-profile/ 👽CONNECT WITH JESSA 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejessaverse/ 🖤 RETURN TO WEIRD 🎥 Subscribe to YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JessaBruno 🎶 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@returntoweird 💌 Newsletter (stay informed): https://jessa-bruno.kit.com/20fec4de17 Disclaimer: The content provided by Return to Weird and its host, Jessa, is for educational, inspirational, and entertainment purposes only. This podcast is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or mental health treatment. By listening to this show, you agree that the host and guests are not responsible for any decisions made or actions taken based on the information provided. Please always consult with a qualified professional regarding your specific health or psychological needs. The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed by guests on this podcast are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of Jessa Bruno or the Return to Weird Podcast.
