Hey everyone, it's Sophia.

Welcome to work in progress.

Hi, friends and listeners.

I am absolutely elated today to be joined by someone that I look up to learn from, am in awe of,

and honestly who gives me so much inspiration, such reminders to be courageous,

and also often helps me give myself permission to be a little more patient with my life.

Today's guest is Dr. Tama Bryant. She is a psychologist, author, professor, sacred artist, and minister who is leading

the way in creating healthy relationships, healing traumas, and overcoming stress and depression,

and she manages to do it with an energy and a smile and a voice

that makes everyone around her take a deep breath, lean in, and feel seen. Dr. Tema is the author

of the newly released book Matters of the Heart, which aims to empower readers to connect with

themselves and others,

delving into topics like control, issues, emotional unavailability, and relationships,

both with others and with ourselves.

Her first book, Homecoming, came out in 2022, and I know so many of us needed it, loved it, cherished it. This book, Matters of the Heart,

is absolutely beautiful. It draws on the wisdom of science and sacredness, lived experience,

and helps readers tend to, as Dr. Tama calls at the Garden of Their Hearts. She encourages

us to build our best relational lives

because love is not a level playing field

and improving your relationship with yourself

is the first step in leveling the field

and living a life that brings you joy.

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