{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/65e02126e155ac0017e8dd0f/678afb39fc105e4d36a41b7a?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Discovering Purpose","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/65e02126e155ac0017e8dd0f/1737180938588-7f11fa44-b326-4643-839d-3055a9f92f5a.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>In this episode of the Blue Dragon Healing Podcast, Giovanna Silvestre shares her transformation from a curious child in San Luis Obispo to a successful writer and creator in Los Angeles.</p><p><br></p><p>Giovanna reflects on her struggles during her late twenties, including severe allergies and depression, and discusses how yoga, spiritual practices, and healers helped her overcome these challenges.</p><p><br></p><p>She also delves into the creation of her brand 'Confused Girl in the City', her activewear line inspired by crystals, and her book 'Confused Girl: Find Your Peace in the Chaos'.</p><p><br></p><p>Giovanna's story is one of finding joy amid life's chaos. This conversation is an inspiring journey through personal growth, creativity, and the pursuit of one's true path.</p><p><br></p><p>Visit her website at www.confusedgirlinthecity.com, instagram at www.instagram.com/confusedgirlla, and pre-order her book at https://a.co/d/6wlXt8Z.</p><p><br></p><p>00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction</p><p>00:58 Giovanna's Early Life and Influences</p><p>03:57 Struggles and Turning Points</p><p>09:21 Journey to Self-Discovery</p><p>14:04 Exploring New Experiences</p><p>19:42 Facing Fears: The Bridge to Nowhere</p><p>21:10 Healing Journey: Overcoming Allergies</p><p>25:52 Building a Brand: Confused Girl in the City</p><p>29:38 The Path to Publishing: Triumphs and Trials</p><p>35:14 Spiritual Connections and Reflections</p><p><br></p><p>--------</p><p><br></p><p>Make sure to subscribe / follow the Blue Dragon Healing podcast.</p><p>Visit the Blue Dragon Healing website: <a href=\"https://www.bluedragonhealing.net/start-here\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.bluedragonhealing.net</a></p><p>Join the Living Resonance subreddit: <a href=\"https://www.reddit.com/r/livingresonance\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.reddit.com/r/livingresonance</a></p>","author_name":"Bjorn Lestrud"}