We all have a story, the thing we tell ourselves in our lowest moments, that we're not good enough, not lovable, not worthy.

But what would it mean to rewrite that story?

Welcome to the commune podcast. My name is Jeff Krasno.

Today's guest is Jennifer Pasteloff, author of the new book, Proof of Life.

Today is a bracingly honest and sometimes hilarious conversation that gets to the core of the narratives that quietly shape our lives,

a drawing from her own journey through childhood trauma, anorexia, sobriety, and divorce,

Jen reveals how shedding the pressure to be strong allowed her to feel fully, grieve deeply,

and finally come alive.

Jen's new book is filled with so many funny cutting terms, an emotional glossary,

if you will, bullshit stories that keep us stuck, shame loss, the practice of releasing emotional

baggage, and I got you people, the ones who show up when we need them most. Whether it's facing down self-loathing or grieving

that glass of wine in Italy after getting sober, Jen lights the way towards a fearless-ish

life, one rooted in presence, permission, and radical self-compassion. Okay, but before we dive in, a quick reminder to check out my Substack for live streams, essays,

and much more over at jeffcrowsnow.substack.com.

Okay, I hope you enjoy this one as much as I did.

Here's my conversation with Jen Pastelof.

Okay. Jennifer Pastelof, what a treat.

Oh, my full name.

Yeah.

Well, you deserve a full and proper introduction.

Jennifer Lynn passed love.

Hmm.

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