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It’s no secret that alongside the joys and challenges of being a parent there are many questions that each parent faces. How do we raise our children with intentionality? How do we keep them safe, nurture their development holistically, and enable them to grow up feeling valued and understood? Through it all, what is our role and how do we maintain our own equilibrium?Today we’re joined by wholeness coach to parents, Jenn Reilly, to explore:- What does it mean to be whole, and to raise wholeness?- How is parenting a spiritual pathway, and how does it require us to reparent ourselves?- What role do our own childhoods play in the way that we are and the way that we parent?- What physiological realities, inner shadows, and expectations do mothers deal with, in particular?Jenn shares that parenting is catalyzing, in that conscious parenting asks that we reflect on who we are, acknowledge the childhood imprints that inform our identity, and accept all parts of ourselves through an intrinsic, unconditional love that we all have access to. By doing so, we embody compassion for ourselves and for others, and model a way of being for our children. For mothers, specifically, there is the additional goal of feeling comfortable listening to the wisdom of their bodies and having the hard conversations that help create a web of support in the early stages of parenting.Whether or not you’re a parent, this conversation promises to be an enriching one, so please join us in learning about Raising Wholeness: Parenting as a Spiritual Pathway. About Jenn Reilly:Jenn is a mother, a podcast host, a leadership development facilitator, consciousness explorer, and wholeness coach to women, parents, and leaders. She helps her clients to build practices to move from their greatest capacity of love, embodiment, and presence through shadow work, filling out stages of development, helping build healthy relationships with the masculine and feminine. Links to Jenn’s work:1:1 Motherhood Mentorship: https://www.raisingwholeness.org/coaching/mystic-mama-programUpcoming Programs: https://www.raisingwholeness.org/wholeness-coachingFREE eBook on Feminine Wholeness: https://www.raisingwholeness.org/guide-feminine-wholenessJoin my newsletter: https://www.raisingwholeness.org/resourcesPodcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/5XFTNZwQjf93F4u83VDkM5?si=fc212c2bd38b4871website: https://www.raisingwholeness.org/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jennereilly/Join our newsletter: https://www.wovenwings.net/newsletterVisit our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@wovenwingsliveReach us at: live@wovenwings.net

What is the joy we experience when in resonance with someone we trust and love? How does this express itself in our neurobiology, and through our neuronal networks that are wired for fun and play?In this fascinating episode, neurobiology expert and educator Sarah Peyton takes us on a transformative journey into the healing power of play and the resonance it creates in our brains and nervous systems.Building off our past episodes exploring resonance (Gabe Crane), the inner critic (Rosi Greenberg), and even the power of laughter and positivity (Simeon Birnbaum), our conversation with Sarah weaves together invaluable approaches to the unconscious holding of developmental trauma in our bodies and neurology.  Exploring questions such as "What is resonance, and how does play lead us to a more resonant state of being?" and "How can we take steps to bring more resonance and play into our own lives?", Sarah delves into the profound impact of our PLAY system on both individual and collective healing. This trauma gets perpetuated in untold ways as we hold onto contracts — sacred contracts even — that keep us from opening up and lightening our load. Yet through the power of these healing practices, reflective friendships, and our willingness to grow, we can learn the soulful ways to break the chains of suffering.  This special episode serves as a prelude to Sarah's upcoming Resonance Summit, a free online event featuring leading experts in the field of neurobiology. Don't miss out on the opportunity to deepen your understanding and practice of resonance and play. Check out the links to the event in the show description!Join the Free 2024 Resonance Summit: Explore the Healing Power of Play: https://sarahpeyton.com/2024-resonance-summit/About Sarah Peyton:Sarah teaches and lectures internationally and is the author of four books on relational neuroscience and self-compassion: Your Resonant Self: Guided Meditations and Exercises to Engage Your Brain’s Capacity for Healing, the companion Your Resonant Self Workbook: From Self-sabotage to Self-care, and Affirmations for Turbulent Times: Resonant Words to Soothe Body and Mind, and The Antiracist Heart: A Self-Compassion and Activism Handbook, co-authored alongside Roxy Manning, PhD.Join our newsletter: https://www.wovenwings.net/newsletterVisit our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@wovenwingsliveReach us at: live@wovenwings.net

How many of you can relate to that internal voice that tells you that you're not doing something right, you’re not good enough, or that you’re an imposter? There are many voices and names for this broad phenomenon - negative self talk, saboteurs, or inner critics, to name a few.We’re joined today by an expert in relating to our inner critics, Rosi Greenberg to explore:- What is an inner critic, where does it come from, and when does it show up in our lives?- How do you become familiar with your inner critic?- How do you actually find wisdom in what the critic wants for you, and start to relate to the critic in a different way?- And finally, what does this new relationship do for you as you move through life?Rosi talks about how our inner critic develops early in our lives as a response to moments where we are deliberately or inadvertently made to feel that we can’t be ourselves. In order to make our outer world make sense, our inner critic tells us that there might be something wrong with us. Rosi goes on to share 4 practices that help us redefine the relationship with your inner critic: 1) Noticing and naming the critic, 2) Understanding its origin and intent, 3) Finding its wisdom, and 4) Rewriting the rules of our relationship with our critics. By giving the inner critic air time, being in dialogue with it, and even sharing what it says externally with others, we find a way to incorporate the critic’s voice without letting it define us. In this episode, we unexpectedly enter into dialogue with our own inner critics on air, and through that exchange we glimpse into the experience of the powerful shift in which the critic transforms into our ally.Links: www.everyonehasasam.com Code: WINGS for $5 off Rosi’s bookwww.lovethatmess.com/shopAbout Rosi Greenberg:Rosi Greenberg, an Artist of Leadership Development has spent 15 years fostering a more connected, humane, and creative organizational landscape. Six years ago, Rosi founded Drawn to Lead, through which she offers bespoke workshops and retreats that have empowered thousands of leaders to unleash their narratives and find their inner power. Her book, "Everyone Has a Sam: Meeting the Inner Critic and Re-Writing the Rules," tackles imposter syndrome through Rosi’s own vulnerable personal story, life-changing strategies, and tender, inspiring illustrations. Rosi specializes in supporting people to connect more deeply to themselves and others.Rosi holds a Master's in Public Policy from the Harvard Kennedy School with a certificate in Management, Leadership and Decision Sciences, and a BA in Anthropology from Brown University. She has been an Artist in Residence at Foundation House and the extremely selective Artist Residency Thailand. She weaves together her expertise in Adaptive Leadership, Public Narrative, Internal Family Systems, Immunity to Change, Shadow Work and the creative arts to offer individual and group healing with a systemic lens. Her clients include Mobilize Recovery, The Mission Continues, SAFE Project, Intrepid Philanthropy, MIT Sloan Business School, Harvard Medical School, and more. In addition to her transformational workshops and retreat facilitation, Rosi helps teams vision, see connections, and document gatherings through her stunning visual scribing. Rosi champions empathy as the paramount leadership skill for today's world. Her work bridges artistry and leadership, and nurtures profound professional connections. Originally from PhiladelphJoin our newsletter: https://www.wovenwings.net/newsletterVisit our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@wovenwingsliveReach us at: live@wovenwings.net

The notion of having a purpose is so prevalent today that it borders on being construed as trite. And yet many of us seek purpose nonetheless, whether for ourselves, our families, or the organizations that we’re part of, whether we know how to define purpose or not.We are joined today by global leadership authority, anthropologist, and conflict resolution expert, Aldo Civico to discuss:- What’s important about seeking out a purpose?- What does making that purpose massive and transformative enable?- How do we actually go about authoring this purpose?- And finally, how do we overcome limiting beliefs, emotional trauma, and resistance along the way?Aldo shares that thinking big through a massive purpose gives us a measure of the gap that we need to close, and enables us to stretch and grow while simultaneously helping us dive more deeply into ourselves. We find this purpose not by continuously asking the question of what our purpose is, but instead by being in dynamic dialogue with our experiences and observing what touches us. Alongside this ever-evolving sense of purpose, we must also cultivate a set of practices and support systems that help free us from anxiety, blockage, and phobia, else that purpose stays a fantasy as opposed to the foundation of our most vibrant lives.About Aldo Civico:With thirty years of experience, Aldo has worked globally, training and mentoring in personal and corporate leadership Fortune 500 executives, members of Family Offices, government leaders, athletes, and celebrities. Aldo has worked with business leaders in New York, Mexico City, London, El Cairo, Dubai, and Hong Kong. Abigail Disney has called Aldo “the leaders’ whisperer.”He has served as the director of the Center for International Conflict Resolution at Columbia University, where he continues to be an associated researcher and faculty. He has been involved in peacebuilding projects worldwide and has facilitated peace talks among the government and armed groups in Colombia. He also lectured at major universities, including Harvard University, New York University, Princeton University, Oxford University, the London School of Economics, and more recently, the Florida International University. Aldo received his Ph.D. from Columbia University in social-cultural anthropology in 2008. He is an associate fellow of the Advanced Consortium on Cooperation, Complexity, and Conflict at Columbia University. In addition, Aldo holds a Master’s degree in political science from the University of Bologna in Italy. Aldo has been included in the top 10 of Global Gurus’  ranking as a global leadership authority (#6).www.aldocivico.comJoin our newsletter: https://www.wovenwings.net/newsletterVisit our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@wovenwingsliveReach us at: live@wovenwings.net

We sometimes sense emotions or thoughts that have been buried into our consciousness, and might be hurting us from inside. We lean on tools like journaling and talk therapy to help bring those out. But how often do we recognize what our bodies and nervous systems might be storing? Even if we do notice, how do we safely and naturally find release for better well being?Today we’re joined by Richard Omura, one of the foremost Western experts in the practice of Katsugen to explore:- What is Katsugen, and its underlying philosophy and benefits?- How does Katsugen help us open up to our innate nature, find release, and experience improved health?- How does resistance manifest through conditioned tendencies to “effort” through a practice, or societal norms around how to act?Richard shares that Katsugen is a practice built on letting go, and instead trusting our body to express what it needs in a safe setting, stimulating self-awareness as well as healing for our autonomic nervous system. Allowing these unrestrained movements opens us to a higher degree of health, creativity, and even insight.In recording this episode, we ran into an inordinate number of technical issues that may affect the quality and flow of what you hear. But in an unexpected way, those same circumstances set us up well for Richard to guide us through a few minutes of Katsugen at the end of the episode, by further emphasizing the importance of letting go and releasing even when it might feel difficult. Join our newsletter: https://www.wovenwings.net/newsletterVisit our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@wovenwingsliveReach us at: live@wovenwings.net

In the “always on” culture of today, fun can often be viewed as a sign of not being serious enough, an indulgence that takes away from our productive lives. Or worse yet, even if we value fun, it can elude us as we either just forget to have fun, or we just feel that we can’t escape the tide of day to day life. Today we’re joined by Organizational Psychologist and Fun expert, Dr. Mike Rucker, to uncover:- What roles do fun and joy play in living a healthy, purposeful, and sustainable life?- What are the forces that have led to productivity bias, being “always on”, and leading fun-starved lives?- What can we do to inject more fun into our life, both for pleasure and, paradoxically, to increase our productivity?- And finally, what is the difference between fun and happiness, and how do we sort out “healthy” fun from its escapist, unhealthy counterpart?Mike shares that it all starts by remembering that having fun matters, and to examine how we’ve habituated our time, attention, and energy towards activities that may or may not be bringing us joy. Once we understand that, there are a myriad of ways in which we can experiment with fun and inject it into our lives, from simple pleasures to big joyful events, all contributing to a more generative, sustainable, and vibrant life. About Michael Rucker:Dr. Mike Rucker is an organizational psychologist, behavioral scientist, former entrepreneur, charter member of the International Positive Psychology Association, and an accredited member of the American College of Sports Medicine.He has been academically published in publications like the International Journal of Workplace Health Management. His ideas about fun and health have been featured in The Wall Street Journal, Washington Post, Fast Company, Psychology Today, Forbes, Vox, Thrive Global, Mindful, mindbodygreen, and more.He currently serves as a senior leader at Active Wellness and is the author of the best-selling book The Fun Habit, which is out now.Other references:Happier HourHedonic Flexibility PrincipleJoin our newsletter: https://www.wovenwings.net/newsletterVisit our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@wovenwingsliveReach us at: live@wovenwings.net

We’re joined by Ren Xue practitioner, Nina Jutras, to listen to her story of resilience, personal responsibility, and growth in the face of adversity. Nina shares how she grew up with a chronic illness that came to define her identity, even as she did everything she could to cope with it and lead a normal life. In a seeming paradox, as much as she tried to escape her illness, she also didn’t want to let it go as she didn’t know who she was without it. - What changed, and created the footing for her to lead her now healthy life?- How did her community and spiritual practice put her on a path towards a more holistic life?- What role did finding personal responsibility play in her journey?- And finally, how do we find our own balance between personal responsibility and an overextended sense of control?Nina muses that we often have to reach our own version of a breaking point to spark change in ourselves, as suffering can be a reason to inspire fundamental change. From there, we can cultivate our sense of personal responsibility, shake the narrative that the universe is out to get us, and instead recognize that we can learn and grow from everything that crosses our way. About Nina Jutras:An avid scuba diver, Nina was pursuing studies and a career in marine biology, before her health challenges changed her course. She currently lives in Panama and works as a Content Manager for Ren Xue of the Americas.In the past, would have described herself as someone who has always had many questions and felt very lost and confused. She has experienced a lot of suffering and pain in this life, and these challenges were exactly what she needed in order to find the answers she was looking for. Learning about human life with Ren Xue completely changed her view and relationship to self, to human beings, to the world and the universe. She has experienced real changes and continue to, as works hard on herself using this knowledge and these tools. She is constantly learning to take responsibility for her life in order to grow in the most beneficial way possible, and sees the need for the world to have better access to this knowledge, this wisdom, and these tools that can completely change any life in the most fundamental way.About Ren Xue of the Americas: https://renxueamericas.org/Join our newsletter: https://www.wovenwings.net/newsletterVisit our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@wovenwingsliveReach us at: live@wovenwings.net

Join Gabe Crane and Rahul Deedwania to hear what they're looking forward to for Season 3 of Woven Wings Live!We revisit what's most alive for us with the show, and recommit to you - dear listener - our aim to spark reflection and growth through conversations on spiritual traditions and practices, psychology, social science, activism, community building, adversity and triumph, creativity, and planetary healing.Join our newsletter: https://www.wovenwings.net/newsletterVisit our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@wovenwingsliveReach us at: live@wovenwings.net

Join Rahul and Gabe as they look back on 2023 and Season 2 of Woven Wings Live!Join our newsletter: https://www.wovenwings.net/newsletterReach us at: live@wovenwings.netJoin our newsletter: https://www.wovenwings.net/newsletterVisit our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@wovenwingsliveReach us at: live@wovenwings.net

In today’s episode, we’re joined by John Harper to learn about the Diamond Approach, a modern-day spiritual path oriented around deep self-exploration and discovery. - What is the Diamond Approach, and what makes it unique?- How does it help us connect with our consciousness? - What role does curiosity play in our self discovery path?- And how does connecting with our truest selves unlock our inner radiance?This wide-ranging conversation bounces between abstract and heady, to simple and practical, and leaves us with a powerful message that whatever we might be seeking -  love, acceptance, belonging, inner peace - is not dependent on any external outcome, but rather - on our ability to find it within ourselves.To do so, we must delve into the full experience of being with unrelenting curiosity, coexist with the natural agitation that arises, and allow the fog to dissipate so that we can express ourselves freely and vibrantly in the worldJoin our newsletter: https://www.wovenwings.net/newsletterReach us at: live@wovenwings.netAbout John Harper:John Harper is an apprentice of life, a work in progress. He has been interested in the nature of reality and consciousness since he was nineteen, when he experienced a moment of essence and awakening. His curiosity led him to the Diamond Approach in 1989. He's been a Diamond Approach teacher since 2010 About the Diamond Approach:The Diamond Approach is a modern-day spiritual path. It brings forth a unique understanding of ancient spiritual wisdom and modern psychology to help students uncover their true potential. The Diamond Approach invites us to discover our inner love of truth solely for its own sake—you simply need a sincere desire to know what is true about yourself.The teachings, practices, and community are a path for self-exploration that support greater self-awareness and a more fulfilling life. Individuals develop a deeper understanding of themselves and true nature.Learn more:- https://www.diamondapproach.org/- https://diamondapproach-sacramento-folsom.com/Join our newsletter: https://www.wovenwings.net/newsletterVisit our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@wovenwingsliveReach us at: live@wovenwings.net

In our last episode, we discussed the art of decision making from a very practical, analytical lens. Today, we have the unique opportunity to explore in detail what it feels like to make a tough decision when your mind, body, and heart are not all singing the same tune.We’re joined by Conscious Leadership and executive coach, Justin Mulvaney to break down a recent decision making experience that pit his gut instinct against his intellect:What is the principle of integrity, from a conscious leadership standpoint?How do we know when we’re in integrity? What role do sensations and signals in your body play in that deep sense of knowing?What do we do when that integrity directs us in a way that makes no sense to us, and is counter to our stated values and internal stories?How do we navigate that tension, and come out feeling whole?Together, we process Justin’s recent experience, and in doing so, uncover many of our own deeply held judgments about the rights and wrongs of decision making. We’re reminded that decision making is often messy, complex, and full of real tradeoffs, and that when we consider our integrity - a state of wholeness, congruence, and deep inner alignment - we grant ourselves the opportunity to engage with that messiness in a much more holistic, at times mysterious, and vibrant way.Join our newsletter: https://www.wovenwings.net/newsletterReach us at: live@wovenwings.netAbout Justin Mulvaney:Justin is a conscious leadership and executive coach. He coaches founders and founding teams to reduce interpersonal drama, take radical responsibility, and identify, understand, and shift the patterns that hold them back.Justin's training and coaching philosophy is heavily based on the work of the Conscious Leadership group. He helps founders and leaders in technology and corporate environments use the principles of conscious leadership to identify and shift the beliefs and patterns that hold them back and build more conscious, connected, and effective cultures.Join our newsletter: https://www.wovenwings.net/newsletterVisit our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@wovenwingsliveReach us at: live@wovenwings.net

How often do you get stuck while making a decision, even past the point of receiving any new information? We make many big and small decisions everyday, and yet few of us have a method to our madness.We’re joined today by Decision Coach, Nell McShane Wulfhart, to dig into the ins and outs of this all important process:- Why do people need to get better at decision making?- How much of it is intuitive vs. something that needs deep analysis and reflection?- What do we do with regret, or the feeling that we’ve made the wrong choice?- How do you approach decisions that feel irreversible?- What happens when you have competing values complicating a decision?Nell’s view is that the vast majority of times, you’re better off making a decision quickly, and getting back the time and mental space that you’re losing on evaluating a decision. We must recognize that no path is free from regret, that we often end up doing what we wanted to in the first place, and perhaps most importantly - that we have the power to make almost any decision a success - either in outcome, or as an opportunity to learn.Join us in learning from Nell as she shares a host of questions to consider, framings to adopt, and a core mindset of inner-trust to embody when making decisions on the path to vibrant living.Join our newsletter: https://www.wovenwings.net/newsletterReach us at: live@wovenwings.netAbout Nell McShane Wulfhart:Nell McShane Wulfhart is from Philadelphia, and she's an author, freelance writer and, for the last 10 years, a professional decision-maker. She offers only one thing: a single session in which she'll help you make a big (or small) decision. She gives straightforward, no-nonsense advice that helps you get unstuck and moving forward. She's helped everyone from poets to hedge fund managers, Olympic athletes to politicians, moms to college students. She's helped people decide where to move, what job to take, which career switch to make, whether to get married or divorced, whether to have kids, and pretty much anything else you can imagine.Learn more at her website and join her newsletter at  decideandmovefoward.com; also her podcast, The Decision Coach, will be debuting on Audible in January.Join our newsletter: https://www.wovenwings.net/newsletterVisit our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@wovenwingsliveReach us at: live@wovenwings.net

Money is a key player in our day-to-day lives, and yet we rarely stop to consider the many ways in which we relate to it. A measure of success, the basis of feeling secure, or the precursor to a sense of freedom… or even happiness. The narratives around money are as extensive as they are deeply ingrained.To unpack all of this, we’re joined today by Mike Trugman, veteran accountant, as well as fellow podcast host and coach. We explore:- How do we project our stories onto money, and where do our relationships with money come from?- How can money be an inroads to self discovery, as well as a tool for expressing our values?- And how do our money narratives play into the way we view and connect with others?Mike walks us through some simple exercises to start unpacking these important narratives we hold around money. We’re reminded that we have the agency to hold our sense of self worth, success, freedom, or any other value… with, or without, money. On one end of the spectrum, money can be a mask hiding us from what’s happening for us under the hood, and on the other, it can be a powerful medium to come into deeper alignment with how we want to show up in the world.Join our newsletter: https://www.wovenwings.net/newsletterReach us at: live@wovenwings.netAbout Michael Trugman:Mike Trugman is a seeker, thinker, and feeler who cares deeply about seeing and being seen. He wears many hats and identities, including leadership coach and host of the Mike's Search For Meaning Podcast. Mike has also spent over 10 years in public tax accounting, including 6 years at Grant Thornton, a Top-10 firm.  He primarily works in the Financial Services industry on hedge funds and private equity clients. Several clients manage over $1 Billion in assets, giving Mike a unique lens on money and finances.Studying at the Institute for Integrative Nutrition in 2019, Mike has a holistic, whole-person approach to healing and well-being that is rooted in a fundamental understanding of the mind-body-spirit connection.He is fascinated by human behavior, and has studied various inner work modalities that deepen an understanding of embodiment, our individual and collective multi-dimensionality, and an understanding of how we both influence and are influenced by systems.Mike lives in the greater New York City area with his wife and son. In his free time, he loves cooking, reading, walking in nature, watching and playing sports, and writing. References:The Soul of MoneyThe Psychology of MoneyJoin our newsletter: https://www.wovenwings.net/newsletterVisit our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@wovenwingsliveReach us at: live@wovenwings.net

It is often acknowledged how stories can help us understand each other's experiences more deeply by sharing information in a way that creates emotional connection. But there isn’t as much emphasis placed on the role of our own internal stories in the way that we experience the world. Today we’re joined by writer, author, and negotiation and communication expert, Beth Fisher-Yoshida to discuss:- What role does narrative play in the world we end up enacting? - How does it influence our sense of identity, as well as the way that we relate to others? - How can we discover, truly own, and even change our internal stories?- What role does ownership play in our empowerment?- And finally, how does rewriting our story affect the larger system that we’re a part of?What follows is a rich discussion on how the world we enact is a function of the stories that we tell ourselves, whether implicitly or explicitly, and that - most importantly - we have the ability to craft, alter, and refresh our stories so they empower us to be the people we want to be at any given time. Beth herself shares her orientation towards finding optimism, operating from a place of abundance, and channeling a spirit of generosity as she walks through life. We punctuate the conversation with the importance of recognizing that a system is made up of a bunch of individual stories coming together, and so the place to start changing a system is to first change our own stories.Join our newsletter: https://www.wovenwings.net/newsletterReach us at: live@wovenwings.netAbout Beth Fisher-Yoshida, Ph.D., CCS:Beth is a global expert and educator in negotiation and communication. She’s the program director of Columbia University’s Master of Science in Negotiation and Conflict Resolution, a negotiation consultant for the United Nations, and the CEO of the consulting agency Fisher Yoshida International. Her new book, New Story, New Power: A Woman’s Guide to Negotiation, helps women of all ages make successful negotiations a reality.  Learn more at bethfisheryoshida.com.Related episodes: Creating Your Own Reality (w/ Nivedita Ganapathi)Join our newsletter: https://www.wovenwings.net/newsletterVisit our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@wovenwingsliveReach us at: live@wovenwings.net

In a time where narratives in news often focus on divisions in our societies, there are still those that pursue the seemingly trite understanding that we have more in common than we often appreciate.  We’re joined today by Shariq Abdul Ghani, executive director of a Houston based interfaith community building organization, to discuss:- What value comes out of bringing together people from different faiths, and what challenges arise?- What special values do faith practitioners bring to the table that make them particularly capable of advocating for change? - How do you do it? What does it actually look like in practice for community leaders from different faiths to come together, and how does it reverberate throughout the community?- Why focus on the hyper local? What does it unlock?- What steps can we take to be a part of the solution?Shariq shares that we must believe in the power of moving from diverse, but disconnected, pockets to true plurality. He emphasizes that it all starts with trust, which is built not through a disconnected arm-chair discussion, but through real connection and contact. And to that end, he implores all of us to spend time with our neighbors, break bread and recognize both our common challenges and beautiful differences, all in service of humanizing the people that we share not just space, but our lives with.Join our newsletter: https://www.wovenwings.net/newsletterReach us at: live@wovenwings.netAbout Shariq Abdul Ghani:Shariq is the Executive Director of the Minaret Foundation, an organization focused on bringing faith communities together through multi-faith and civic engagement. Apart from dialogue, dodgeball, and BBQ’s, Minaret Foundation works with faith communities to change the world through advocacy in food insecurity, child welfare, and religious freedom.Shariq was appointed as the Chairman of the City of Houston's Food Insecurity Board, and serves as a Director in his local Municipal Utility District, being the first Muslim elected to a position in Fort Bend County. He completed his graduate studies in Homeland Security from The Bush School at Texas A&M. He is currently pursuing his Master's in Negotiation and Conflict Resolution with a focus on peacebuilding from Columbia University. Join our newsletter: https://www.wovenwings.net/newsletterVisit our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@wovenwingsliveReach us at: live@wovenwings.net

Today we're rereleasing an episode that originally aired just over a year ago on May 17th of 2022, where we spoke with Sampada Wakhlu, co-host of the 2022 Global Bhagavad Gita Convention, to discuss engaging sacred texts in the modern world. Sampada’s approachable nature and rich background with this iconic text of south Asian culture serves as a jumping off point to consider the benefits sacred texts and traditions can bring to our lives in the modern world. Along the way, we look at some of the specific guidance and advice available in the Bhagavad Gita, as well as examine the range of feelings and responses that can be evoked when we begin looking at religious and traditional sources.About the Global Gita Organization: http://www.globalgita.org/About the Bhoomananda Organization: https://www.bhoomananda.org/swami-bhoomananda-tirtha/About Sampada Wakhlu:The itinerant nature of her childhood shaped Sampada Wakhlu’s passion for exploring diverse cultures as an adult. She channels this curiosity for discovery between her two worlds — India and the United States — in a fluid way to allow for harmony and connection. Fueled by the urgency of the pandemic, Sampada began her search for a path towards greater emotional tranquility, one that would resonate with today's generation. Reflection, research, and collaboration with spiritual teachers in the space ultimately led Sampada to study the vedic scripture of the Bhagavad Gita. A deepening sense of commitment led her to serve as a host of the Global Bhagavad Gita Convention in Feb 2022, focused on the theme of Mental Harmony.When not working at Handshake to democratize opportunity for early talent, Sampada spends her time on her side projects: Mélange, a cultural coaching offering for non-native english speakers and an upcoming recipe digest that recreates ancestral Kashmiri recipes for the modern kitchen. Sampada lives in California with her husband (and numerous plants).Reach us at: live@wovenwings.netCredits: Intro music by David DeedwaniaJoin our newsletter: https://www.wovenwings.net/newsletterVisit our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@wovenwingsliveReach us at: live@wovenwings.net

Today we approach the complex subject of male sexuality, and attempt to be a part of crafting a healthy narrative around a topic that is at-times controversial, dark, and even demonized. We sit with sociologist and men’s work practitioner, Elliot Katz, and discuss:- What is the “man box of masculinity”, and how is it problematic for both individuals and society at large?- How do shame, secrecy, blame, and vilification hinder a healthy conversation around male sexuality?- What does a healthy relationship with sexuality even look like for boys and men? - What are tools - like bystander training, consent training, and shame resilience - that can help enable that healthy relationship?- And finally, what can be unlocked if we can truly heal in this arena?Elliot emphasizes the importance of self examination, body awareness, emotional literacy, and community support to propel men towards the best versions of themselves: authentic, responsible, self-aware, and embodying a deep congruence between their inner and outer selves… all of which contribute to an empowering story around male identity that cultivates healthy connection, vitality, and vibrancy. Join our newsletter: https://www.wovenwings.net/newsletterReach us at: live@wovenwings.netAbout Elliot Katz:With a background in sociology, men’s work and fusion partner dance, Elliot brings awareness and attunement to dynamics of power, consent and erotic desire that play out on and off the dance floor.  He brings passion, vision and permission to create containers of safety, exploration and transformation.  Elliot is the co-founder of the Pulse Partner Dance Collective in Sebastopol CA and founder of Showing Up Trustworthy, soon launching programming to help cis-hetero men deepen into embodied congruence, attuned allyship and erotic nobility. Related episodes: Centering Men: The Importance of Men’s Work in Societal HealingJoin our newsletter: https://www.wovenwings.net/newsletterVisit our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@wovenwingsliveReach us at: live@wovenwings.net

QUICK REQUEST: Contribute to a Maui Wildfires Relief Fund hereIn this continuation of our resonance series, we expand the conversation from focusing on finding resonance within ourselves, to recognizing its broader impact:- How is resonance in our state part of not just benefiting ourselves, but also facilitating broader change in the world?- How do we relate with immense social and environmental challenges, and retain a sense of musicality?- What looks different about showing up to a challenging situation in a light, resonant state vs. a heavy, guilt-ridden state?- What can that resonance bring to those conversations that could be vital?What unfolds is an important reminder of core Woven Wings ideas: that we are all innately capable of accessing a state of resonance - no matter the circumstances, and due to our interconnectedness, we are capable of channeling that resonance as agents of positivity, love, and compassion in the world. Join our newsletter: https://www.wovenwings.net/newsletterReach us at: live@wovenwings.netReferenced:- Sitting in the Fire by Arnold MindellJoin our newsletter: https://www.wovenwings.net/newsletterVisit our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@wovenwingsliveReach us at: live@wovenwings.net

Today’s conversation is the 2nd in our series on Resonance, with a focus on how to apply the theory of resonance to a common impulse shared by many adults - the impulse to control - our thoughts, our external circumstances, our lives. - What does that impulse to control look like?- What types of circumstances bring that impulse to life, and where is it beneficial vs not?- How does an overextended inclination to control take us away from our best lived experience?- And how does shifting our inner state towards resonance enable us to find a better, more effective balance?Demonstrating this shift live on air, I delve into my own self-imposed weight of responsibility and consequent impulse to control, and Gabe deftly guides me to an inner state of being that we invite you all to explore: one of resonance, empowerment, and vibrancy.1st episode in the series: Playing with Resonance: Getting a Feel for an Emerging Methodology (Spotify | Apple)Join our newsletter: https://www.wovenwings.net/newsletterReach us at: live@wovenwings.netJoin our newsletter: https://www.wovenwings.net/newsletterVisit our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@wovenwingsliveReach us at: live@wovenwings.net

We’ve all heard the common cliche, “that resonates,” but what does this truly mean? Usual host Gabe Crane serves as the guest for this episode to explore the depths of this seemingly innocuous question.In addition to being a musical concept, Resonance is an emerging methodology that lies at the core of Gabe’s work at Woven Wings. Drawing on the influences of his teachers’ systems, Ren Xue and Process Work, Resonance is an inner guidance system that points us towards profundity and vibrancy. It’s something we can feel and know when we’re around it, and can open up a path to greater well-being (both individually and systemically), as well as insight and connectedness. Resonance gives us access to health and creative agency. Beyond that, it connects us - to one another, to ourselves, and to life. Through the resonant state of being, we remember what truly matters, and appreciate the relationships through which life is offering us movement and somewhere to grow. As a holistic, total approach, you can use Resonance to address any given experience or moment and help life to improve. This week’s episode was a lot of fun to record, and brought us to our edges as producers, creatives, and hosts. The result, as you’ll hear, is something genuinely emergent – a powerful idea being birthed into the world, and developed in real time.Join our newsletter: https://www.wovenwings.net/newsletterReach us at: live@wovenwings.netFollow ups: If you’d like to reach Gabe directly to explore application to your work or personal life, you can email him at gabriel@wovenwings.net.About Gabe Crane:Gabe Crane is the founder of Woven Wings, where he helps his clients return to Resonance and remember and act on what truly matters. He is also the co-host of Woven Wings Live, providing wisdom and tools for vibrant living. Gabe holds an MA in East-West Psychology from California Institute of Integral Studies, an MA in Negotiation and Conflict Resolution from Columbia University, and a certificate in Processwork from the Processwork Institute. He is a fully qualified Level 6 Yuan Gong, Yuan Ming, and Ren Xue teacher with Ren Xue International. Previously, Gabe worked as a mediator, facilitator and trainer at SEEDS Community Resolution Center. He lives with his wife, Lakshmi, and his son, Satori, in Kula, HI. Join our newsletter: https://www.wovenwings.net/newsletterVisit our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@wovenwingsliveReach us at: live@wovenwings.net