Exiled & Rising: Trauma Recovery & Somatic Healing

This is not a podcast for the mainstream. This is for the silenced, the cast out, and those whose stories never made the headlines. A Groundbreaking Trauma Justice Podcast from a Genocide Survivor and Somatic Therapist. Deeply embodied, politically urgent, and spiritually grounded space led by a therapist who survived war and genocide herself. Ana Mael is not just talking about trauma—she has lived it, survived it, and now guides others through it with radical clarity and compassion. This podcast is a revolution in trauma conversations: it moves beyond mindset tips and breathwork into trauma justice, relational repair, and systemic truth-telling. Each episode invites listeners to stop healing in isolation—and to begin naming, reclaiming, and rising from what hurt them. Exiled and Rising is for survivors of war, systemic injustice, and complex trauma—especially those living in exile from land, identity, or community. With raw truth and radical tenderness, Ana Mael offers unfiltered guidance on how to heal when you’ve been cut off—literally or metaphorically—from your home, safety, or sense of self and how to raise up and call for justice. “This podcast is not about surface-level healing. We are not fluffing the feathers or shaking the crystals here.” No glamour edits. No AI voices. Just real voice, lived experience, and trauma-focused truth. Social and Cultural Relevance: Ana’s work is a mirror for our time. In a global climate of rising authoritarianism, censorship, and the silencing of marginalized voices, this podcast becomes both a somatic protest and a innate act of resistance. “If you have been silenced… Welcome.” Ana gives voice to the body in a time when speech itself is policed. This is especially potent for: Activists and whistleblowers Immigrants and undocumented individuals Survivors of trauma who were never given words for what they endured A deep-dive podcast blending somatic healing expertise, micro-teachings, and lived survivor experience. Each episode distills trauma recovery, nervous system insights, and political consciousness into guidance that helps you reclaim power, safety, and self. This Podcast Is a Home For: Overfunctioning Immigrants, Exiled & Displaced – Those who overwork to prove worth Survivors of War, Genocide, & Systemic Oppression – Healing from identity loss and rebuilding life Refugees, Stateless, Undocumented People – Navigating erasure and exile Children of Exiled or Immigrant Parents – Carrying generational wounds Those Ostracized from Family or Church – For who they are, what they believe, or how they love Those Seeking Somatic Recovery – Learning to regulate and reconnect with the body Anyone Ready to Resist Spiritual Bypassing – And choose embodied, justice-based healing What It Offers: Real Stories of Survival & Healing – From Ana’s own war journals to survivor interviews Expert Somatic & Trauma Recovery Insights – Practical tools for regulation and healing Space for the Cast Out – Centering those excluded from mainstream healing narratives Healing as Activism – Moving from survival to embodiment, from harm to advocacy Radical Human Truth – With no scripts, no glamour edits, no “fixing”—only truth Premium Membership – What You Get in the Private Community Take your healing deeper with exclusive, high-value content: Extended, Deep-Dive Episodes – Personal stories and expert somatic breakdowns Therapy-Based Takeaways – Direct applications for therapy, journaling, and integration Keynotes & Summaries – Distilled insights to anchor your healing Full Transcripts – For reflection, accessibility, and in-depth study Bite-Sized Somatic Lessons – Micro-practices for nervous system healing Science of Trauma – Research-backed techniques to help reset your body’s stress response Listener Q&A + Expert Sessions – Ask Ana your questions and receive trauma-informed answers Ad-Free Listening – No filler, no distractions, just healing and clarity Meet Your Host: Ana Mael Ana Mael is a genocide and war survivor, somatic therapist, and founder of the Somatic Trauma Recovery Center. She has dedicated her life’s work to helping survivors of war, forced displacement, systemic oppression, and complex trauma reclaim their identity, dignity, and self-trust. As a bestselling author, Ana’s book, The Trauma We Don’t Talk About, became a #1 bestseller in over 10 categories, including Mental Health, Personal Testimonies, and Memoirs. Based in Toronto, Canada, Ana works directly with clients and educates mental health professionals and counselors on the complexities of displacement, exile, and war trauma recovery. She leads training programs, provides trauma-informed therapy, and conducts pioneering research to bridge the gap between somatic therapy and global crisis trauma care. "From Trauma to Resilience. From Wounds to Resistance." Disclaimer: This podcast is for psychoeducational purposes and is not a substitute for mental health treatment. Please consult your mental health and/or medical care provider for individualized care.