Soul Deep in Finding Our Way Home: The Invitation with Vanessa Banister

Soul Deep in Finding Our Way Home: The Invitation with Vanessa Banister

From Soul Deep in... by With Elizabeth Ana

July 11, 2025 · 54 min

About this episode

Elizabeth Ana and Vanessa Banister discuss the themes of solitude, identity, and connection in the context of finding one's way home.

In this episode of Soul Deep In , Elizabeth Ana is joined by returning guest (and sister) Vanessa Banister for a soulful conversation inspired by the chapter “Finding Our Way Home” from The Invitation by Oriah Mountain Dreamer. Together, they explore what it means to truly be alone with yourself, and actually like the company you keep. From navigating adoption and identity, to redefining the meaning of “home” and learning to sit with silence, this episode offers a vulnerable and heartfelt look at the tension between longing for solitude and craving connection. Expect laughter, reflection, sister moments, and a closing meditation to help you gently return to yourself. What it means to meet yourself in the quiet Healing through solitude vs avoiding it Redefining “home” after adoption and identity shifts The courage to sit with the uncomfortable A short guided meditation to reconnect with your inner self Now ask yourself gently: Take a deep breath. Let yourself arrive fully in this moment. Feel into the questions… Can I be alone with myself, and like the company I keep? What version of you shows up in the silence? Can you meet that version with love, grace, and a gentle welcome…

People in this episode

Host: Elizabeth Ana

Guest: Vanessa Banister

Topics covered

  • solitude
  • identity
  • adoption
  • connection
  • self-acceptance
  • meditation

Keywords

  • solitude
  • identity
  • adoption
  • home
  • meditation
  • self-discovery
  • connection

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: The Invitation

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