Chronicles of the Phoenix

About Chronicles of the Phoenix

The Chronicles of the Phoenix podcast is about creating space for real conversations about topics like emotional healing, creative ways to practice self-compassion, leadership from the inside out, and the stories that shape us. Erin & Courtney, mental health therapists, leadership strategy experts, and co-founders of Phoenix Rise Consulting take you on a journey of conversations to spark resilience, healing, of course, humor!

Publisher

Erin Saylor and Courtney Seely

Category

education · society & culture

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

26 Sept 2025

Latest episode

18 Sept 2026

Latest episodes

27 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   18 Sept 2026

   Finding Your Voice Art, Healing, and the Courage to Be Seen with Addie Saylor

   Creativity is often treated like a talent. Something reserved for artists, writers, musicians, or people who consider themselves "creative." But what if creativity is less about talent and more about expression? What if it's one of the ways we make sense of ourselves and the world around us? In this episode, we're joined by a very special guest, Addie Saylor, who opens our conversation by sharing an original poem she wrote, To My Mirrors, Soulmates, and Loves. The poem itself is beautiful, but what unfolds after is a personal conversation about the story behind it, the experiences that shaped it, and the role creativity can play in helping us understand what we're feeling. Together, we talk about how writing, art, music, and other creative outlets can give shape to experiences that are difficult to put into words. We explore the idea that sometimes we don't fully understand our emotions until we begin expressing them, and how creating can become a powerful way of processing, healing, and discovering parts of ourselves we didn't know were waiting to be heard. We also talk about vulnerability, self-expression, and the courage it takes to let ourselves be seen. Not just through art, but through honesty, storytelling, and sharing our voice in whatever form feels true to us.

2. 

   4 Sept 2026

   What Dolly Parton Can Teach Us About Hope Leadership, Legacy, and the Power of Doing Something

   In a world that can feel heavy, divided, and overwhelming, Dolly Parton has long served as a reminder that hope is not just something we feel. It's something we do. In this episode, we reflect on the extraordinary life and legacy of Dolly Parton, not simply as a musician or cultural icon, but as a leader, philanthropist, entrepreneur, and advocate for everyday people. From her commitment to children's literacy through Dolly Parton's Imagination Library, to creating opportunities in her hometown, supporting disaster relief efforts, investing in education, and using her platform to uplift others, Dolly consistently showed what it looks like to turn values into action. We explore why her story resonates with so many people right now and what leaders, business owners, parents, helpers, and ordinary people can learn from the way she navigated success without losing sight of where she came from. We talk about compassion, community, purpose, and the powerful reminder that making a difference doesn't require fame, wealth, or perfect circumstances. Most importantly, this conversation invites us to consider our own capacity to create change. Because the lesson isn't that we all need to build an empire. The lesson is that we all have the ability to make an impact, one person, one conversation, one act of generosity at a time. If you've been looking for a reason to believe that small actions still matter, this episode is for you.

3. 

   21 Aug 2026

   The Cost of Caring: Reclaiming Our Worth in Systems Built on Self-Sacrifice

   What happens when the people who care for everyone else struggle to advocate for themselves? In this episode, we're joined by Jessica Foley for a conversation about worth, self-advocacy, and the systems that shape how we see ourselves. From therapists to women leaders and entrepreneurs, many of us receive the same message: that being helpful, compassionate, and selfless is more important than recognizing our own value. Together, we explore the helping profession paradox, why burnout and underpayment have become so normalized, and how years of being undervalued can contribute to self-doubt, imposter syndrome, and difficulty asking for more. We also discuss the broader cultural pressures women face around compensation, leadership, ambition, and taking up space. Why does asking for a raise feel so uncomfortable? Why is advocating for ourselves often harder than advocating for others? And how do we begin challenging the stories we've inherited about what we're worth? This conversation is an invitation to examine the connection between service and sacrifice, compassion and boundaries, and the courage it takes to trust yourself in a world that often asks you to shrink. If you've ever struggled with self-worth, questioned your value, felt guilty asking for more, or wondered whether you're allowed to take up space, this episode is for you.

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