Music’s Pathway to Sovereignty with Dr. Lyla June Johnston, Indigenous Musician & Scholar

The Be Well Beautiful People Podcast

Welcome to the Trauma & Healing podcast series hosted by and inspired by our host Demarra West and her debut book Me Too: A Therapist’s Journey to Heal, Find Liberation, & Joy. This 12-episode series helps individuals understand the universal nature of trauma and its pervasive impacts, and a pathway towards healing and liberation for us all. The book and this series delves into Demarra’s real life struggles and the ways she found healing through holistic and abundant mindset practices that paved the way for a joyous life.
In our 9th episode, our founder had the opportunity to interview Dr. Lyla June Johnston, an indigenous musician and scholar. Discover how music coupled with nature can serve as transformative tools for healing trauma, empowering individuals, and sparking profound personal growth. Dr. Johnston’s insights provide a fresh perspective on how these elements can deepen our connection to ourselves and the world. They discuss:

• Music as empowerment to help individuals and communities reclaim their power.
• Respectful integration of music into our healing methods.
• Truth-Telling’s role in our liberation and healing.
• Love as the foundation to support personal and collective healing.
• So much more!

Whether you're a trauma survivor or someone supporting others on their healing journey, this episode offers valuable insights and practical tools to help you reclaim your power and embrace a life of joy and peace. Tune in today!
New episode will be released on August 23, featuring Abra Smith, a clinical nutritionist and community resilience trainer, exploring how grief contributes to and supports our healing journey.
Connect with Our Guests:

• Website: lylajune.com
• Facebook: Lyla June
• Twitter: Lyla June
• LinkedIn: Lyla June Johnston
• Instagram: @lylajune
• Youtube: Lyla June

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