In this episode, Jeanette sits down with archaeologist and wellness advocate Celia Orsini to explore one of the most unexpected intersections you'll hear on this show, what ancient human artifacts, rituals, and community practices can teach modern women about identity, mental well-being, and personal transformation.

Celia breaks down why identity isn't fixed, it's fluid, layered, and constantly being excavated. She shares how she runs archaeology-inspired wellness workshops and why food, objects, and shared cultural practices carry memory in ways we don't fully appreciate.

If you've ever felt like you're still figuring out who you are — that's not a flaw. That's the work.

In this episode:

Why your identity is more like an archaeological dig than a destination

How ancient community rituals map onto modern mental health

Archaeology-inspired exercises you can do to explore your own identity today

The intergenerational transmission of identity — and how to break unhealthy cycles

Why curiosity is a survival skill for personal transformation

Quotable moment: "Your identity is your own little art project." — Celia Orsini

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction

01:28 Celia's Background and Interest in Archaeology

02:57 The Storytelling Power of Artifacts and Identity

05:33 The Fluid Nature of Identity and Archaeological Discoveries

07:27 Personal Transformation and the Role of Curiosity

10:59 Cultural Practices and Community Bonding in History

15:41 The Importance of Community Support and Connection

20:47 Archaeology and Wellness: Workshop Approaches

24:10 Building Identity and Cohesion Through Activities

30:08 Leadership, Empathy, and Personal Growth

36:37 Exercises to Explore Personal Identity

40:38 The Intergenerational Transmission of Identity

41:24 Closing Remarks and Future Connections