The Vulnerability Project Podcast

In this heartfelt episode, Kass dives deep into the world of attachment styles through the lens of Internal Family Systems (IFS). She shares why attachment isn’t who you are—it’s simply how your nervous system learned to survive love, loss, and connection.Kass also gets real about the debate on whether dismissive traits can cause emotional harm, why labeling without accountability is dangerous, and how repeating patterns in relationships may cross into emotional abuse when awareness meets avoidance. Through her own stories of heartbreak, healing, and honest self-reflection, she illustrates how IFS helps reframe anxious, avoidant, or dismissive behaviors not as flaws—but as protective strategies shaped by our earliest wounds.You’ll learn:Why attachment styles are maps, not identitiesHow IFS “parts” (Exiles, Managers, Firefighters) show up in relationshipsWhy accountability and communication matter more than excusesHow healing work creates compassion—for others and yourselfThe power of nervous system regulation practices like breathwork, sound, and yogaThis conversation is raw, vulnerable, and full of practical wisdom to help you understand your patterns, release shame, and step into healthier ways of relating—with yourself and with others.Stay Connected with me and Inspired Warrior Project:Instagram: Inspired Warrior ProjectWebsite: Inspired Warrior Project

In this bonus episode, I open up about what’s been unfolding behind the scenes—celebrating my birthday, planning retreats, and carving out rare time just for myself. I share my profound experience at a writing workshop and a shamanic journey where I encountered a powerful somatic release with hapé medicine. From vivid dreams to signs from the universe, to the deep conversation I had with my son from prison, this episode is about healing, purging, and reclaiming my voice amidst heartbreak, growth, and the whirlwind of life. A reminder that no matter what you’re carrying—you’re not alone, and there’s always light guiding us forward.Stay Connected with me and Inspired Warrior Project:Instagram: Inspired Warrior ProjectWebsite: Inspired Warrior Project

In this episode, I share what it was really like to walk into that room—nerves, negative self-talk, dancing it out in the car beforehand, and all. You’ll hear how we used body scanning, breathwork, affirmations, and journaling to move through stress responses, and how vibrant touches (like flowers filling the space) made the experience even more healing. The women’s “aha” moments reminded me why I do this work: to help others untangle the “whys,” release old wounds, and reclaim their power.I also reflect on the bigger picture—how years of personal healing, trauma therapy, and hard lessons are now showing up in ways I once only dreamed about. For so long, I imagined myself on stages sharing my story, giving people tools to survive and thrive, and now it’s happening. This is just the beginning of where Inspired Warrior Project is going: more speaking, more connection, more growth, and more healing spaces for all of society’s warriors. Inside this episode, you’ll hear about:My first workshop experience and the lessons it brought.How attachment styles, core values, and love languages all connect.The role of flowers, music, and movement in shifting energy and creating joy.Why negative self-talk can be our biggest enemy—and how to shift it.The importance of self-prioritization, boundaries, and compassion in healing.And, a BIG announcement —The Vulnerability Project Podcast is now streaming on multiple platforms! You can now listen (and share!) on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, and iHeartRadio. This move means more accessibility, more community, and more opportunities to grow together.So, whether you’re here for the attachment style series, the raw stories, or the healing tools, thank you for tuning in. This journey is about all of us—choosing ourselves, breaking cycles, and showing up as the warriors we are meant to be. Stay connected with me and Inspired Warrior Project:Instagram: @inspiredwarriorprojectWebsite: inspiredwarriorproject.com

In this raw and vulnerable episode of The Vulnerability Project Podcast, Kass Gomez opens up about her very first solo camping trip — and the life-changing realizations that came with it. Armed with a journal, a box of Cinnamon Toast Crunch, and a copy of Attached by Amir Levine and Rachel Heller, Kass reflects on how anxious, avoidant, and secure attachment styles shape the way we love and connect.From her long-term “Situationship” to the patterns of grasping for love, Kass dives deep into the ways our upbringing, nervous system, and unhealed trauma influence how we show up in relationships. She shares personal stories of loss, heartbreak, and reactivity — and how those moments revealed her deepest needs: loyalty, respect, vulnerability, communication, and honesty.Through the lens of core values and love languages, Kass highlights how unmet needs can lead to grasping, shutting down, or lashing out — and how awareness creates space for healing. She explores the hard truths of loving someone avoidant while being anxiously attached, and the powerful choice to stop chasing love and instead choose yourself.This episode isn’t just about theory — it’s about lived experience. Kass invites listeners to journal on their own values, reflect on their attachment style, and consider where they may be waiting for someone else to choose them instead of stepping into self-worth.✨ Inside this episode, you’ll learn:The three main attachment styles (anxious, avoidant, secure) and how they show up in love.Why your core values and love languages are essential in building healthy connections.How childhood wounds and upbringing create the foundation for adult relationships.The importance of choosing yourself — and why it’s not selfish, it’s sacred.Practical reflection prompts to begin your own journey of healing.Whether you’re healing from a situationship, breaking patterns of anxious attachment, or simply learning to honor your own values, this episode will remind you that you’re not too much, your needs are valid, and you are worthy of love that aligns with who you truly are.👉 Tune in, grab your journal, and explore what it means to stop grasping and start choosing yourself.And if this resonates with you, I’d love to hear from you — shoot me an email and share your reflections, or connect with me through the Inspired Warrior Project.Connect with me here: Follow on Instagram ---> @inspiredkass Learn about the Inspired Warrior Project ---> @inspiredwarriorproject and @thevulnerabilityprojectpodcast Website: Inspired Warrior Project Email: hello@inspiredwarriorproject.com

After nearly a year away, Kass returns to The Vulnerability Project Podcast with raw honesty, sharing why she’s been gone and the life-altering events that shaped her absence. She opens up about the intense personal, emotional, and spiritual journey she’s been on since her last episode on Halloween, when she declared that “Medusa was stepping out” and fully embraced her Kundalini awakening — even marking it with a symbolic chest tattoo.Over the past year, Kass navigated a whirlwind of change: the heartbreak of rehoming her dog, an eviction triggered by a friend’s actions, legal battles, the grief of losing her male best friend unexpectedly, and the emotional toll of back-to-back losses — nine deaths since 2018. She reflects on the compounded grief, the depression that followed, and how survival mode from her past in foster care resurfaced during these transitions.Through it all, she’s found lessons in boundaries, letting go of relationships that hinder growth, embracing the unpredictable flow of life, and deepening self-awareness. She candidly discusses how grief can be scheduled, anger is often tied to sadness, and shadow work can show up through close relationships.Now, feeling grounded again, Kass is diving back into coaching, somatic work, and upcoming episodes — including one on attachment styles, a recurring theme with her clients. She leaves listeners with a reminder: it’s okay to fall apart, as long as you rise again, and to take ownership of your part in life’s challenges.This is a comeback steeped in vulnerability, resilience, and the unwavering commitment to personal growth — a powerful re-entry into the conversations that The Vulnerability Project is known for.Connect with me here: Follow on Instagram ---> @inspiredkass Learn about the Inspired Warrior Project ---> @inspiredwarriorproject and @thevulnerabilityprojectpodcast Website: Inspired Warrior Project Email: hello@inspiredwarriorproject.com

Sorry, I missed the big upload up the first episode from the relaunch. I want to keep you all in the loop in everything going on and this new journey. Connect with me here: Follow on Instagram ---> @inspiredkass Learn about the Inspired Warrior Project ---> @inspiredwarriorproject and @thevulnerabilityprojectpodcast Website: Inspired Warrior Project Email: hello@inspiredwarriorproject.com

It reflects the release of long-held secrets, the decision to step into my truth, and the freedom that comes from breaking free from toxic cycles. It also conveys the deep vulnerability I am sharing, inviting listeners to join me on my healing journey. Connect with me here: Follow on Instagram ---> @inspiredkass Learn about the Inspired Warrior Project ---> @inspiredwarriorproject and @thevulnerabilityprojectpodcast Website: Inspired Warrior Project Email: hello@inspiredwarriorproject.com

Kass speaks about her resilience, hope and transformation as she navigates life's seasons and prepares for new beginnings and what is to come after leaving a 10+ year relationship, friendships and rehoming her pup. Connect with me here: Follow on Instagram ---> @inspiredkass Learn about the Inspired Warrior Project ---> @inspiredwarriorproject and @thevulnerabilityprojectpodcast Website: Inspired Warrior Project Email: hello@inspiredwarriorproject.com

In this episode, the speaker shares her personal and professional journey through transitions, including changes to the podcast format, ending a relationship, and preparing for exciting events like the Galentines retreat. She highlights the importance of self-care, self-love, and building a supportive community, while offering a glimpse into her upcoming six-week course on breaking trauma responses. Break The Cycle: Healing Trauma Response WaitlistLearn More about the Break The Cycle CourseInspired Warrior Project AppConnect with me here: Follow on Instagram ---> @inspiredkass Learn about the Inspired Warrior Project ---> @inspiredwarriorproject and @thevulnerabilityprojectpodcast Website: Inspired Warrior Project Email: hello@inspiredwarriorproject.com

Wow! It has been a year since the very first release of The Vulnerability Project Podcast. Join me on what has been happening this past year as I am interviewed by my friends, Sasha and Nandi. These women have been such a support in my journey this past year. They ask me the hard stuff. You don't want to miss it!The conversation revolves around a birthday celebration and the anniversary of the Vulnerability Project Podcast. We discuss the importance of resilience and vulnerability, sharing personal stories of overcoming trauma and loss. Kass, the podcast host, reflects on her journey of reclaiming her power, particularly through boudoir photos and confronting her core values, especially honesty. She emphasizes the significance of self-awareness, setting boundaries, and the importance of community and support systems. The discussion also touches on the challenges of maintaining relationships, managing anger, and the importance of being true to oneself.This was a hard one but much needed so you can get to know me just a bit more and what I have gone through this past year. Connect with me here: Follow on Instagram ---> @inspiredkass Learn about the Inspired Warrior Project ---> @inspiredwarriorproject and @thevulnerabilityprojectpodcast Website: Inspired Warrior Project Email: hello@inspiredwarriorproject.com

Kass speaks and tells her story of the months leading up to her trip to the Gorge Amphitheatre to see Odesza. She speaks about the challenges she was already having to face around her brother and her son on top of having to make some hard decisions in her life surrounding relationships in her life. Just when she was healing and feeling okay with her life and being alone for the Fourth of July, there was a fire at the Gorge on the third night that shook her nervous system. But this hasn't been the first time she has made it out alive. As many say, Kass has many lives. Connect with me here: Follow on Instagram ---> @inspiredkass Learn about the Inspired Warrior Project ---> @inspiredwarriorproject and @thevulnerabilityprojectpodcast Website: Inspired Warrior Project Email: hello@inspiredwarriorproject.com

In this episode, as Kass Gomez returns from her trip at The Gorge Amphitheatre, she shared her personal experiences with grief and trauma, including the loss of their baby brother and mother, and the threat from her other brother over social media. She emphasized the importance of healing through music and the significance of her trip to see Odesza. She also recounted their harrowing experience of a fire incident during a concert at the Gorge Amphitheater. In the second part of the conversation, she shared their personal experiences of healing and growth through attending Odesza concerts, setting boundaries, and managing emotions.She emphasized the importance of valuing oneself in any relationship and practicing breath work and other healing techniques to cope with emotions.Connect with me here: Follow on Instagram ---> @inspiredkass Learn about the Inspired Warrior Project ---> @inspiredwarriorproject and @thevulnerabilityprojectpodcast Website: Inspired Warrior Project Email: hello@inspiredwarriorproject.com

Christina Wong and Kass Gomez share their experiences transitioning from one career to another, emphasizing the importance of following one's passion and taking calculated risks. They discussed the challenges of balancing entrepreneurial pursuits with personal growth, and the importance of setting boundaries and prioritizing self-care. They also highlighted the benefits of embracing authenticity and vulnerability in personal growth and healing, and emphasized the value of showing up authentically and embracing one's emotions and messiness.Christina is deeply passionate about personal growth, which has evolved from a journey of seeking acceptance to one of self-discovery and authenticity. Her coaching approach isn’t just about setting goals; it’s about experiencing the journey with full awareness, making the process just as transformative as the destination. She is dedicated to creating a safe space for others to cultivate self-compassion as a foundation for sustainable personal development, especially in the areas of perfectionism, self-esteem, and relationships, anchored by their core values.You can connect with Christina Wong here:website: https://www.yourjourneybacktoself.com/instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yourjourneybacktoself/email: christina@yourjourneybacktoself.comConnect with me here: Follow on Instagram ---> @inspiredkass Learn about the Inspired Warrior Project ---> @inspiredwarriorproject and @thevulnerabilityprojectpodcast Website: Inspired Warrior Project Email: hello@inspiredwarriorproject.com

Natalie Lambs and I share our experiences and insights on approaching life's challenges with vulnerability and resilience. W speak about the importance of creating a safe space for individuals to share their stories and heal, and prioritizing personal growth through mindset work, nutrition, and movement. Vulnerability is a strength that requires courage and authenticity, and can help heal others when shared openly. We also discuss the emotional challenges of parenting and the importance of direct communication in relationships, while emphasizing the need for self-awareness and validation in personal growth.Bio: Natalie Lamb has the vision to equip people with the power to change their lives, to teach them to choose purpose, freedom, and love. ‘It’s Your Choice’ to choose beauty or misery; love or hate; being bound or free, but nonetheless you choose. This is her purpose with each word she speaks; she speaks to give life and healing into people’s lives.Natalie started her coaching business in 2007 called “It’s Your Choice ”. This company offers one-on-one coaching, classes, workshops, and retreats in marriage, parenting, personal and spiritual development. She also has preventive classes and seminars to instruct the public about the most dangerous people. She created Child Predator seminars, which educate adults on the manipulative skills of sexual predators and bring awareness to child sexual abuse as well as cybercrimes and sex trafficking. Natalie also teaches Dangerous Men and Women, teaching others the 8 types of men and women to stay away from. In conjunction, she created a seminar, The Disturbed, to teach the masses about those without conscience or low conscience. She also added a series called The Slavery Effect that highlights the historic beauty and the struggles of being Black in America.After the death of her mother in 2002, in her need to grieve and heal she realized how ill-equipped we are as a society with grieving. This led her to research the grieving practices of indigenous people as well as receive a certificate in grief counseling. Natalie now holds monthly meetings for grieving hearts. Our tragedies can lead to healing for others.At the age of 15, she was introduced to what she would finally embrace as her calling; my God-given ability to listen without judgment and offer assistance to help ease others’ pain. She attended California State University, Los Angeles. In 1996, she graduated with her Bachelors of Arts degree in Sociology with an emphasis in Children and Family. She was then certified as a Parent and Personal Development educator. For over 25 years, she has created and taught Parenting, Pre-Marital, and Marriage classes, as well as Personal and Spiritual Development classes. I am a certified Mediator and Family Mediator. Most recently, I have become a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional and certified in Traumatic Stress as well as certification as a Grief Counselor. She is always looking for opportunities to further expand her scope in how best to continue to provide informed ways in healing and care. She is a wife of  30 years and a mother of two children ages 22 and 14. These two roles are her greatest passion and fulfillment. They have simply made her better.Links: My website: www.natalielamb.me Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/iyconline06/Connect with me here: Follow on Instagram ---> @inspiredkass Learn about the Inspired Warrior Project ---> @inspiredwarriorproject and @thevulnerabilityprojectpodcast Website: Inspired Warrior Project Email: hello@inspiredwarriorproject.com

When I started this back in September 2023, I started it to reach people with vulnerability. I didn't know what it was going to look like and was so scared but I believe in keeping you as my audience apart of my journey and the others I interview. So, as Inspired Warrior Project turned one, I wanted to speak to you all directly since I hadn't in a while without an interviewee. Not to say that I don't love the interviews, trust me, I do.  But I wanted to make sure that I continue to be me and bring you the rawness and truth of all the emotions, thoughts and events in real life.Connect with me here: Follow on Instagram ---> @inspiredkass Learn about the Inspired Warrior Project ---> @inspiredwarriorproject and @thevulnerabilityprojectpodcast Website: Inspired Warrior Project Email: hello@inspiredwarriorproject.com

Natasha Motyka and I discuss the experiences with PMDD, a severe form of premenstrual syndrome characterized by mood swings, depression, and anxiety. We share our experience and emphasize the importance of recognizing symptoms, seeking professional help, and maintaining a candid dialogue. Bio:Natasha Motyka hosts the PMDD Diaries podcast and is a certified life and relationship coach specializing in coaching women with PMDD. After years of struggling with PMDD and failed attempts to find relief, Natasha resigned herself to the idea that every two weeks of her life would be hell, and she would just have to get used to it. However, in 2018, her life took a turn for the better when she started to learn what was exacerbating her PMDD symptoms. After years of failed relationships and not knowing what she wanted to do with her life career-wise due to PMDD, Natasha is now happily married and lives a mostly PMDD-free life. She runs her Denver Girl Friday business and helps women navigate the challenges of PMDD.Links:https://www.natashamotyka.com/https://www.instagram.com/natashamotykaConnect with me here: Follow on Instagram ---> @inspiredkass Learn about the Inspired Warrior Project ---> @inspiredwarriorproject and @thevulnerabilityprojectpodcast Website: Inspired Warrior Project Email: hello@inspiredwarriorproject.com

Stacey Brown and Kass Gomez shared their personal and professional growth experiences, emphasizing the significance of vulnerability and authenticity in podcasting. They discussed their spiritual connections, personal experiences with trauma and healing, and mental health struggles. Both speakers emphasized the importance of prioritizing mental health, recognizing that there is no cure, only maintenance, and leaning on support systems. They also shared their experiences with grief, trauma, and healing, highlighting the importance of transparency, support, and personal growth in overcoming these challenges.Website: Stacey-brown.comSocials:InstagramFacebookConnect with me here: Follow on Instagram ---> @inspiredkass Learn about the Inspired Warrior Project ---> @inspiredwarriorproject and @thevulnerabilityprojectpodcast Website: Inspired Warrior Project Email: hello@inspiredwarriorproject.com

In this episode, Jayden shares their unique approach to healing trauma holistically by integrating mental, physical, sexual, and spiritual health. They are dedicated to making healing accessible and fun, using innovative methods such as food, movement, music, art, and BDSM. Key Topics Discussed:The importance of a holistic approach to trauma healingHow to integrate different aspects of health for overall well-beingThe role of food, movement, and art in the healing processThe therapeutic potential of BDSMStrategies for making healing accessible to diverse communitiesJayden's passion for helping others and their innovative methods will inspire you to think about healing in new and exciting ways. Whether you are a mental health professional, someone on a healing journey, or simply curious about holistic wellness, this episode is a must-listen!Jayden Aubryn is a Black, queer, non-binary, and ethically non-monogamous psychotherapist, personal trainer, and consultant. They specialize in holistically healing trauma by integrating mental, physical, sexual, and spiritual health. They aim to make healing accessible and fun by using food, movement, music, art, and BDSM.Links:Website - https://tiseconsultingandtherapy.com/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/tiseconsultingandtherapyPatreon - patreon.com/TISEConsultingandTherapyConnect with me here: Follow on Instagram ---> @inspiredkass Learn about the Inspired Warrior Project ---> @inspiredwarriorproject and @thevulnerabilityprojectpodcast Website: Inspired Warrior Project Email: hello@inspiredwarriorproject.com

On today's episode, Kass Gomez and Tammy Cox shared their personal experiences with childhood trauma and its lasting effects on their adult relationships. They emphasized the importance of self-love and healing from past wounds to build healthy and fulfilling relationships. They also discussed the profound impact of early life experiences on our beliefs and personality, and the need to identify and transform limiting beliefs that stem from traumatic events. Additionally, they shared their experiences and insights on navigating challenging relationships, including the importance of communication, empathy, and effort in saving a relationship. Finally, they explored the long-lasting effects of childhood trauma on an individual's identity and sexuality, highlighting the role healing has on a lasting and loving relationship.Kass Gomez and Tammy Cox discuss the following:Healing and transforming marriages through inner child healing and trauma work. Childhood trauma and its effects on personality and relationships.Saving marriages, relationships, building trust and communication. Identifying and changing limited beliefs through trauma work. Tammy Cox, a dedicated marriage and relationship coach with a passion for helping women revive the intimacy in their marriage. With a unique focus on inner child healing, Tammy dives deep into the root causes of intimacy breakdown, guiding her clients on a transformative journey towards rekindling the flame of love.Tammy's own life journey was marked by significant childhood wounds, leading her to a critical crossroads where she felt she had only two choices: surrender to despair or embark on a path of healing. She chose the latter, embarking on an inspiring voyage of self-discovery that ultimately shaped her into the coach she is today.It was this profound personal journey that fueled Tammy's determination to create the 'Reclaim Your Marriage' program, a unique approach designed to empower women to save their marriage, even when their spouses are not on board. With over 15 years of marriage and three beautiful daughters, Tammy brings a wealth of personal experience to her coaching practice, making her not only a compassionate guide but also a living testament to the potential for growth and renewal within a partnership.If you would like to learn more about Tammy Cox, you could find her links below:https://www.reclaimurmarriage.comhttps://www.facebook.com/tammy.cox.543https://www.instagram.com/tammyncox7https://www.tiktok.com/@tcoxmarriagecoachhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-jXCYdpdFpnDAKkmqK6M-whttps://www.linkedin.com/in/tammy-cox-884b7a30https://www.pinterest.com/tammycox76Connect with me here: Follow on Instagram ---> @inspiredkassLearn about the Inspired Warrior Project ---> @inspiredwarriorproject and Connect with me here: Follow on Instagram ---> @inspiredkass Learn about the Inspired Warrior Project ---> @inspiredwarriorproject and @thevulnerabilityprojectpodcast Website: Inspired Warrior Project Email: hello@inspiredwarriorproject.com

Reiki healing has helped me access and process past traumas, and I've learned to prioritize my own well-being as a coach. I've also shared my personal journey of healing from childhood trauma and toxic relationships, emphasizing the importance of recognizing and addressing childhood trauma to improve mental health and relationships in adulthood. Additionally, I've discussed my experience of being in a long-term relationship with an emotionally abusive partner who exhibited gaslighting behaviors, and the importance of self-care, self-regulation, and seeking help when needed.Reiki healing and childhood trauma.Healing, trauma, and spiritual growth through Reiki and ancestral work.Childhood trauma's impact on adult relationships.Childhood trauma, attachment issues, and toxic relationships.Healing from past trauma and toxic relationships.Trauma, mental health, and support.Finding one's voice after trauma and PTSD.Follow Kass on Instagram: | @inspiredkass @inspiredwarriorproject Learn more about the Inspired Warrior Project: Inspired Warrior ProjectConnect with me here: Follow on Instagram ---> @inspiredkass Learn about the Inspired Warrior Project ---> @inspiredwarriorproject and @thevulnerabilityprojectpodcast Website: Inspired Warrior Project Email: hello@inspiredwarriorproject.com