ROOTED with Cassandra Eldridge Miers

We're back! and I'm sharing an honest, vulnerable insight as to how the second trimeter went. From heartburn to uncontrollable laughter to how I took care and the support system I set in place for myself.. I document all of the little details here for you today. So good to be back, and I'll see you on the inside! Xx ⁠Follow along on Instagram⁠ Sign up for the free newsletter Want to leave some love? ⁠Click here to leave a rating & review --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/therootedpodcast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/therootedpodcast/support

I could not be more excited and honored to introduce those of you who aren't yet aware of Elizabeth's magic. This soul, she's a light - and this episode far exceeded any expectations that I had going into our interview together. I was introduced to Elizabeth through her sister Emma, who was on the podcast back in December (Episode 124 - a MUST listen), and ended up hiring her to create a one-stop-shop landing website for all of my creative projects to live (coming soon!) She's also the design force behind the podcasts new cover art! In this episode, we talk a LOT about the comparison trap (which is so, so important), the fear of taking up space within our creativity, showing up as our authentic selves (and how to figure out who the hell that is exactly..), showing up fully just as we are (sans filters & the perfect picture social media tell us we should be representing), and so much more. Get cozy and prepare to fall in love with Elizabeth. This is a good one. Xx // Elizabeth on Instagram Rising Rose Collective // Find me elsewhere: ⁠Follow along on Instagram⁠ ⁠Sign up for the If I'm Being Honest Newsletter⁠ (both Free & Paid options!) Want to leave some love? ⁠Click here to leave a rating & review <3⁠ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/therootedpodcast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/therootedpodcast/support

In today's short and sweet episode, I'm talking all about my experience with my long (looong) rut that I found myself in. It can be incredibly difficult and daunting to break free from these new (accidental) rhythms and habits that we subconsciously create for ourselves, so after doing some of my own research, deep thought and journaling, and talking this to death with my therapist over the last couple of weeks, I found some ways to break my own self free from the grips that my rut had on me and my life. This podcast episode is in list form, if you will, so I hope it's easy and tangible to digest - and I hope, more than anything, it helps should you also find yourself in a similar season. Xx // ⁠Follow along on Instagram⁠ ⁠Sign up for the If I'm Being Honest Newsletter⁠ (both Free & Paid options!) Want to leave some love? ⁠Click here to leave a rating & review <3⁠ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/therootedpodcast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/therootedpodcast/support

Val is by far one of my favorite follows on Instagram and has been for years. She's 100% anonymous (which turns out is harder than you might think), and gives her followers a raw, candid and unabashed look into her struggles (and triumphs) within her mental health journey, how she's using her hard earned money (and how this has changed drastically over the years), and providing tangible, straight forward advice for those every day life hang-ups that are so relatable it almost makes you laugh. So grab some coffee & prepare for a super candid interview with my friend "Val" as we hear from her on difficult family dynamics, how it's impacted her life & her current partnership, how to drop the shame around mental health and society's stigmas, giving up control, what living a life of minimalism means to her, and how to reprogram yourself to be able to use your money to create a life you love (rather than the life that society tells us we "should" be living). // PS: you can grab Val's Expense Tracker (free or donation based - up to you!) right here: https://penniesandpurpose.gumroad.com/l/2023expensetracker & the book on boundaries that Val mentions in this episode: https://bit.ly/3omZssS Connect with Val on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/penniesandpurpose/ // Connect with me elsewhere: ⁠Follow along on Instagram⁠ ⁠Sign up for the If I'm Being Honest Newsletter⁠ (both Free & Paid options) Want to leave some love? ⁠Click here to leave a rating & review <3⁠ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/therootedpodcast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/therootedpodcast/support

Today on the podcast I'm cracking WIDE open about my first trimester experience. One word: WHOA :) It's been humbling to say the least.. and I thought as a fun bonus, this would be the perfect time to introduce Jonathan to you personally! So he'll be joining me to share his experience & his two cents on our pregnancy journey & how this trimester has been for him... AND! He's going to reveal the gender of our baby with you! ** Trigger Warning: This episode does contain a quick mention of pregnancy loss, and covers feelings such as PTSD and some trauma that I experienced during my first trimester. // Episode 126 - We're Having a Baby! Our In-Depth Journey to Calling in Our Rainbow Baby ⁠Follow along on Instagram⁠ ⁠Sign up for the If I'm Being Honest Newsletter⁠ (both Free & Paid options!) Want to leave some love? ⁠Click here to leave a rating & review <3⁠ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/therootedpodcast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/therootedpodcast/support

Energy doesn't lie, my friend. Today on the podcast I'm sharing some personal experiences as it relates to heartache and material possessions, and how I've learned to ruthlessly execute and make no apologies for it. I'm also joining you to do a little challenge with me at the end of this episode, and I can't wait to hear how you lean into it. This is such a life altering thing, once you learn to see the energy that all material items carry. So cozy up, and join in for this short & sweet (yet impactful) episode. // ⁠Follow along on Instagram⁠ ⁠Sign up for the If I'm Being Honest Newsletter⁠ (both Free & Paid options!) Want to leave some love? ⁠Click here to leave a rating & review <3⁠ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/therootedpodcast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/therootedpodcast/support

WE'RE HAVING A BABY :)  I still can't quite believe it. I'm now into my second trimester, so there is SO much to share in this up-coming season of the podcast - but today I wanted to focus solely on our journey to calling in our rainbow baby. It was anything but easy, but goodness was it worth it. In this episode I'll be sharing our in-depth IVF journey, all that went wrong, the breakthrough that Jonathan and I had as a couple that changed EVERYTHING, and how we found out we were pregnant (hint: it's not at all how we were expecting we'd find out.) ** Trigger warning: This episode does include past experiences around miscarriage and IVF / infertility, and of course, a pregnancy announcement. All that I care about here is your emotional well-being and safety, so if this content is just not for you right now, please first know that I full-heartedly understand and have been there, and that only you know what's best for you. So if not listening to this episode feels correct for you, by all means. Also, please note that while there will be a handful of pregnancy episodes to come in this season, the majority of episodes will not revolve around that subject as I know it is sensitive for some. Please know that I'm loving you from over here. // Follow along on Instagram Sign up for the If I'm Being Honest Newsletter (both Free & Paid options!) Want to leave some love? Click here to leave a rating & review of the pod <3 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/therootedpodcast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/therootedpodcast/support

AND WE'RE BACK!  This upcoming season is without a doubt going to be the most vulnerable, raw and emotionally explorative I've ever been on the show. I have.... so much to say. So much to share. So much to reflect back to you all, and I'm so thankful that you're here, along for the ride.  Today's episode is the perfect time to release since Spring is right around the corner. I know, for me, this season brings forth so much inspiration and desire to change/spruce up my personal space.. but this year, I'm feeling MUCH more called to spring clean my internal space. My mind, body & soul.  So, on today's 125th episode (!!), I'm sharing just how I'm going about doing that, and how together, we can create a clean slate for this new season of new beginnings and possibilities.  Show Notes:  Follow along on Instagram If I'm Being Honest Newsletter (Free content on Sundays, paid bonus content on Tuesdays!) Episode with Katie Surbeck --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/therootedpodcast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/therootedpodcast/support

Wow, this episode. It's packed with so much wisdom, love and inspiration I not only cried while we were recording this, but while I was editing it as well. It's so special - Emma, is so special - and I can't for you to get cozy and listen as we talk all things comparison, finding your inner most authentic self, living in darkness and finding the light through self healing, pattern breaking and self sabotage, and so much more. That's quite literally just the tip of the iceberg.  Get cozy, grab some coffee, and enjoy. See you on the inside. Xx Follow along with Emma Compagna (@realwithemma): Instagram - @realwithemma Website - Real With Emma FIND ME ELSEWHERE: Instagram - @cassandrammiers If I'm Being Honest - my candid weekly newsletter All other platforms --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/therootedpodcast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/therootedpodcast/support

A short and sweet solo episode dedicated to the experience of grieving around the holidays, and holding space for those who can't quite see the magic in this time of year.  Stay in touch elsewhere: https://bio.site/cassandrammiers Sign up for the candid newsletter: If I'm Being Honest https://ifimbeinghonest.substack.com/subscribe --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/therootedpodcast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/therootedpodcast/support

KATIE SURBECK, you guys. She's one of my favorite people on the internet. A super talented and tapped in psychic and medium who I've been so blessed to have readings from (they're incredible, she's incredible) who turned into a dear friend that I can't wait to share with you. This episode is so vulnerable and raw -- and while Katie does dive deep into her experience with coming out of the spiritual closet just a couple of years ago and what it looks and feels like to share those gifts with the world, she also shares her heart-wrenching experience with heartbreak and infidelity, being gaslight and surviving an emotionally abusive relationship. I've never been more proud to know her than after this episode wrapped up.  Get in touch with Katie:  Instagram Book a reading Follow along elsewhere: Cass on Instagram The candid weekly newsletter All other links --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/therootedpodcast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/therootedpodcast/support

In this short & sweet solo episode (on 11/22/22 at 12:22am!), I'm free flowing without agenda to give you an update on what my life has been looking like as of late: figuring out how to elevate my purpose both personally and professionally, my journey with anxiety and depression and some new decisions I've made within that area of my life, this new winter season and how I'm intentionally preparing for it, and more.  I hope you see yourself in this episode, or that there's something you can take away from it. Xx Follow me elsewhere: https://bio.site/cassandrammiers Sign up for the candid newsletter: If I'm Being Honest https://ifimbeinghonest.substack.com/subscribe --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/therootedpodcast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/therootedpodcast/support

A beautiful, loving, candid interview with one of my favorite Instagram friends, Dani Boltz.  We cover the nature of healing, partnership, retaining your individuality within said partnership, following your chosen path, pregnancy loss and so much more. Thank you for being here. Xx Find Dani on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/daniboltz/ Follow Dani elsewhere: https://www.daniboltz.com/insta Dani's Podcast Episode on Fertility & Pregnancy Loss: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mudlark/id1478553263?i=1000578148893 ✨ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/therootedpodcast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/therootedpodcast/support

Ha. Hear me out. There's some method to this madness, I promise. A short digestible episode that I hope you see yourself in. Thanks for being here. Xx Find me elsewhere: https://www.instagram.com/cassandrammiers/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/therootedpodcast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/therootedpodcast/support

What a conversation. I am so grateful for friendships like Jo and that she lovingly offered to interview me as a means to get my toes wet again with this brand new season. We talk all things marriage, our journey with IVF and being in this season of waiting, social media, self awareness & things I've learned during my time away and SO much more.  I hope you love it.  hope you see yourself in some of it. Thank you for being here. Jo on Instagram Jo's Podcast: Jo the Minimalist Find me on Instagram Join my new newsletter: If I'm Being Honest Connect with me elsewhere --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/therootedpodcast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/therootedpodcast/support

Back to back hiatuses got you feeling nervous? I get it. I do. But the good news is that we’re locked and loaded and back to regular programing. And fortunately, for all of us — I feel like I’ve lived ten lives since we last spoke, so, that means there’s a lot to unload. And that means, season five is quickly approaching. Season. Five. I’ve developed some truly magnetic relationships, have spoken with incredible human beings, and have swam my way through some really turbulent shit that I’m more than ready to share with all of you. November 1st… it begins again. See you then. STAY IN TOUCH: https://bio.site/cassandrammiers --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/therootedpodcast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/therootedpodcast/support

In this episode I dive into why I chose to leave Instagram for the time being, and all that it's taught me about myself, the life I *was* living vs. the life I *want* to be living. We'll uncover my subconscious identity criss, comparison trap after comparison trap, how my days felt then vs. how they feel now, and the patterns I was repeating without even being aware. Will I ever be back? Probably. But not until the yummy creative juices are the sole reason behind showing up on the platform. Join me for the 117th episode as I uncover my social media absence and my hope for what's to come.  ✨ THE ROOTED PRINT MARKET IS LIVE! ✨  https://www.etsy.com/shop/RootedPrintMarket Today through Sunday (5/8/22) receive 20% off your first order when you enter in the code IMNEWHERE at checkout.  Shipping is always free in the US. The Rooted Podcast Website Want to join in on the Sunday Newsletter? Sign up here. Find me on Instagram (though, I'm not on it at the moment ;)  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/therootedpodcast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/therootedpodcast/support

Thank you, first and foremost, for all of the love and support for our last episode where I shared the story of Jonathan and my miscarriage of our first baby. It's been... difficult, to say the least, but you have all played such a beautiful role in softening the ridges for us as we heal.  I'm working on playing catch up with you here, but first and foremost I felt it was important to shed some light on why I chose to let The Calm Collective go, the Universal sign that I did in fact do the right thing, and what it means for what's to come both within the Podcast space and over on the intimate Newsletter. This is a quicker listen, but I hope it helps unravel some of the unknowns ("Where the heck did the website go?", "Are you still teaching courses?", What can we expect?") All answered, right here. xx Join the Rooted Newsletter - delivered quietly to your inbox every Sunday The Rooted Podcast Website Cassandra on Instagram --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/therootedpodcast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/therootedpodcast/support

I was so nervous so sit down and record this, but know deep down that it's the right thing to do. For womenkind and couples out there who have endured miscarriage, and for the health of my own soul. The minute I hit "publish" I had this intense breath of release - a thousand pounds off of my shoulders. This isn't a "bad" secret to keep. It's nothing to be ashamed of; no fault of our own. It's just sad, and it's true, and it's real.  I know this is a lofty way to come back after a long, long hiatus of recording. And while I have much that I want to fill you in on (I got engaged, married, released The Calm Collective and built Rooted, etc), when tragedy hits, it takes precedence. I couldn't imagine coming back and talking about all of the aforementioned things without mentioning what's right on top of my heart - when I'm going through heartbreak. It's never been who I am; being able to pretend like things are okay when they're just, not.   So, I know we're coming in hot with Episode 115, but my hope is that we'll be able to meet each other where we're at. Me, here in heartbreak and healing, you, wherever you might be in life right now. I hope it brings us closer and feeling even more connected than before. I hope that this conversation normalizes miscarriage, grief, healing, and the like. Thank you for being here - for showing me grace as I stumble a bit through this episode, and for giving me the space to come back when it felt right to do so.  Sign up for the Rooted Newsletter - Released every Sunday Cassandra on Instagram Read this episode in blog form --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/therootedpodcast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/therootedpodcast/support

Lauren is a published author and podcast host who explores the intersection of mental health and social media use. Her book BRB: A memoir about coming of age in the digital age is available now for preorder. It's about her experience as a millennial growing up with the advent of social media and how these technologies have fundamentally impacted our generations mental health and adult lives. PS: you can grab Lauren's book, BRB: Coming of Age in the Digital Age right here. // Lauren on Instagram Lauren's Website Lauren's Podcast My episode on Lauren's podcast all around setting boundaries --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/therootedpodcast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/therootedpodcast/support