97. Why the Same Hurt Kept Following Me (and How I Finally Broke Free)
Mon Aug 18 2025
This episode is a part of a special series of sharing Substack letters. Subscribe to Ana’s Breathe More Substack at https://breathemore.substack.com/
In this episode, Ana shares the quiet truth so many high-performing women live with: chaos has become their comfort zone. She opens up about growing up in an unpredictable home, becoming an expert at managing crises, and mistaking her ability to stay calm in the storm as strength, when it was actually survival mode. From toxic relationships to a chaotic career in acting to living in overstimulating environments, Ana explores what happened when she finally slowed down… and how nervous system healing helped her redefine safety on her own terms.
This episode explores:
Why chaotic environments can feel “normal” when you’ve grown up in survival
How the nervous system becomes wired to expect urgency, volatility, or crisis
What happened when Ana moved from chaos into calm—and what it taught her
The difference between dissociating and true peace
How breathwork and somatic healing can help your body finally feel safe in stillness
This is an episode for the strong ones. The ones who can hold it all, but are quietly craving rest. Ana shares her story as a mirror for yours, and invites you to consider what life might feel like if chaos weren’t your baseline anymore.
If you’re ready to soften and experience peace without fear, Ana shares how The Summer Reset might support you:
✨ 3 private healing + coaching sessions over 2 months
✨ Breathwork, intuitive coaching, and somatic tools
✨ A steady container to unwind and feel safe in your body again
Learn more or book here: https://analilia.thrivecart.com/the-summer-reset/
WORK WITH ANA:
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Website: https://analilia.net
Email: info@analilia.net
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This episode is a part of a special series of sharing Substack letters. Subscribe to Ana’s Breathe More Substack at https://breathemore.substack.com/ In this episode, Ana shares the quiet truth so many high-performing women live with: chaos has become their comfort zone. She opens up about growing up in an unpredictable home, becoming an expert at managing crises, and mistaking her ability to stay calm in the storm as strength, when it was actually survival mode. From toxic relationships to a chaotic career in acting to living in overstimulating environments, Ana explores what happened when she finally slowed down… and how nervous system healing helped her redefine safety on her own terms. This episode explores: Why chaotic environments can feel “normal” when you’ve grown up in survival How the nervous system becomes wired to expect urgency, volatility, or crisis What happened when Ana moved from chaos into calm—and what it taught her The difference between dissociating and true peace How breathwork and somatic healing can help your body finally feel safe in stillness This is an episode for the strong ones. The ones who can hold it all, but are quietly craving rest. Ana shares her story as a mirror for yours, and invites you to consider what life might feel like if chaos weren’t your baseline anymore. If you’re ready to soften and experience peace without fear, Ana shares how The Summer Reset might support you: ✨ 3 private healing + coaching sessions over 2 months ✨ Breathwork, intuitive coaching, and somatic tools ✨ A steady container to unwind and feel safe in your body again Learn more or book here: https://analilia.thrivecart.com/the-summer-reset/ WORK WITH ANA: Summer Reset: https://analilia.thrivecart.com/the-summer-reset/ Upcoming Events: https://www.analilia.net/special-events Work With Ana: https://www.analilia.net/programs CONNECT WITH ANA: IG: https://www.instagram.com/_ana_lilia/ Substack: https://breathemore.substack.com/ Website: https://analilia.net Email: info@analilia.net Thank you for tuning in to this episode of Breathe More. If you found this episode helpful, please share it with your friends and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. Your support helps us reach more beautiful souls like you!