Description: Sara Daves shares a heartwrenching yet incredible story that demonstrates how unexpected life events shape us. Together we talk about how we can learn, grow, thrive, and become more through seemingly incomprehensible circumstances. I can't tell you more except to say that Sara is articulate and clear about her journey. Today she is an Intuitive Purpose Coach, helping clients to clarify their true life's purpose so they can stop into their authenticity and manifest the magnificent life that is waiting for them. She relates the depths of her programs and encourages us to be daring, step into the unknown. Don't wait. Sara is also a conflict resolution facilitator, helping others resolve their internal and external conflict at the core so they can heal their wounds and experience supportive, loving relationships. We are in a time of social unrest, seeking solutions to centuries-old paradigms that need to shift for the benefit of ourselves on this planet.

Holistic Nature of Us: Holistic Solutions living, nature

Holistic Nature of us: Meet Sara Daves, Conflict Resolution Facilitator

I am excited to share with you a summary of the many organizations reflected in many of these podcast interviews. Dedicated folks, a part of organizations that seek ways to help with climate change, be a messenger of solutions each in their own way. They inspire and give me hope that when each of us contributes however big or small the step, we make a difference. Join me now for a summary of their mission and their talents. I enjoyed making this summary because each one reminds me that passion, doing what we love, taking a chance, looking outside the box is invigorating and rewarding.

Holistic Nature of Us: A Summary: Organizations that Contributed to Listener Enrichment

My guests for this podcast series come from many locations and offer so many resources. I hope you enjoyed Part 1 which summarized 10 books mostly in the sustainable agriculture field whether home garden, farm, or ranch. Today's podcast summarizes 10 more books, some fiction, non-fiction, one for children's, and one for teens. And don't forget to play. Linda Wiggen Craft, one fo my first guests, is a garden designer and artist. She offers unique mandalas to color, another form of meditation. The transcript below contains the list of books mentioned in this podcast. Most are available through Amazon or their websites. Enjoy!

Holistic Nature of Us: To Read is to Explore, Evolve, Embrace and Emerge: Part 2

Reading opens doors not only to our imagination but prods our inner worlds. We travel to unfamiliar landscapes. We explore new ideas, creative thoughts, and learn. Hopefully, we evolve within ourselves too, relating to the human condition through stories both fact and fiction. and lastly, we can emerge changed. We use our inner senses to feel and know the heart of things, the trials, and the suffering. some even ask us to question more. Through the written word we can explore, evaluate, and embrace new values, connections, and maybe expand our inner horizons so that we may make a difference in the outer world. Books! I am a bibliophile, a deep lover of books, and the power of the written word. As producer and host of the podcast series, Holistic Nature of Us, I talk to folks all over our country, Canada, and even South Africa. I come away inspired by tireless efforts to make a difference here on our planet, one action step, one community, one organization at a time. So, I thought it would be fun to create a podcast that highlights several books from so many outstanding and inspiring guests. My guests come from all over the US but also the Netherlands, Australia, Poland, Ireland, and more. It's truly been an exciting project. So here goes: a podcast created in two parts. There are so many authors and books that I had to divide the list into two and create two podcasts. I hope you enjoy these summaries, why I liked them. I hope you will send us your likes and preferences too. So many of you have written comments and I am really grateful. Who inspires you? We'd love to know.  Enjoy and thanks. Judith

Holistic Nature of Us: To Read is to Explore, Evolve, Embrace and Emerge: Part 1

Ayana Young is deeply concerned about environmental issues, including social justice, ecology, and land-based restoration. She has been the force behind a native species nursery and research center, including the establishment of the 1 Million Redwoods Project, and the film when When Old Growth Ends. Ayana is a podcast host on “For the Wild,” a weekly show featuring thought-leaders at the forefront of an environmental, artistic, scientific, political, and cultural shift. Join us for discussions about her projects and how nature is teaching her and her team to have patience, slow down, and immerse within the community of plants.

Holistic Nature of Us: meet Ayana Young

COVID - 19 has disrupted our lives in so many positive and not so good ways. We're quieter, not so busy, but many of us are separated from extended family and friends. How is that going? How does it feel to be limited or prevented from seeing family and friends in the way we considered normal? So much of normal is being redefined. Add to the mix the uncertainty we face with news reports, facts, and data that bombards us daily. We have "normal" knocked out of the park and we are recreating our lives through this pandemic.  Our mental health is an important part of our wellbeing. I invited Ajamu Ayinde back to chat with him about what he is seeing in his clients at this time and what tips he can offer us. Mental health, and mental stamina are needed as we all support and help each other, today. Join us for a thoughtful discussion.

Podcast: Holistic Nature of Us: Meet Ajamu Ayinde

Oceans are mysterious and deep. So many species color these waters that we scarcely see unless one takes to scuba diving. Then the panorama of life unfolds and it's breathtaking. I am a certified scuba diver. When one plunges into the depths of any ocean especially near reefs, colors and textures explode. Undulating waters speak of tides and cycles, of mysteries and treasures, However, our oceans are precious. They are taking a beating from dumping our garbage within her waters without thought to the long term consequences. My guest this week, Nate Liebenberg, co-founder of idiveblue.com, is passionate about bringing awareness to the problems we have created with throwaway plastics. They harm so many ocean species. They pollute these precious waters. And ultimately they harm us.  Join us for a deep blue discussion about our oceans and what we can do to help.

Podcast: Holistic Nature of us: Meet Nate Liebenberg

Ayana Young is deeply concerned about environmental issues including social justice, ecology, and land-based restoration. She has been the force behind a native species nursery and research center including the establishment of the 1 Million Redwoods Project, the film when Old Growth Forests Die. And, for the podcast show: For the Wild, a weekly show featuring thought-leaders at the forefront of an environmental, artistic, scientific, political, and cultural shift. Join us for discussions about her projects and how nature is teaching her and her team to have patience, slow down, and immerse within the community of plants.

Podcast: Meet Ayana Young, Activist, Radio and Podcast Host

What grows in your yard, naturally? Where does the sunshine and where does the wind blow in? Plants that are naturally present tell us about the condition of the soil. What food sources can you place in the landscape? Observation is the key to the best results. Bettylou gives us many practical tips for adding edibles to our landscape.  She says, "Have fun, explore and experiment."

Podcast: Holistic Nature of Us: Meet Bettylou Sandy

My podcast guest, Dr. Stephanie Seneff, a senior research scientist at MIT has devoted twelve years to trying to understand the role of toxic chemicals in the deterioration of human health. She has devoted efforts to understanding what has been skyrocketing autism rates in the US and around the world. When COVID-19 pandemic began she considered whether glyphosate (the active ingredient in Roundup) might play a role.  Join us for an engaging look at research and how pesticide use is playing a role in our health picture.

Podcast: Holistic Nature of Us: Meet Dr. Stephanie Seneff, Ph.D.

I love folks who make the best use of their land spaces, incorporating trees, shrubs, flowers that increase habitat and also food. My guest this week is one fantastic gardener who does just that. Michael Judd is the author of Edible Landscaping with a Permaculture Twist: How to have a yard and eat it too? Join us for an engaging and practical discussion about creating mulch, adding small fruit trees, plant diversity and more.

Podcast: Holistic Nature of Us: Meet Michael Judd

It's a privilege to introduce you to Dr. Jean Shinoda Bolen world-renown author, and speaker. Dr. Bolen, a psychiatrist, a Jungian analyst is known for her contributions to our understanding of archetypes, symbolism, and goddesses/gods as well as her activism working for women's rights globally. Her book, Like a Tree, How Trees, Women, and Tree People Can Save the Planet began with personal experience, one that led her to discover 'tree people and tree huggers'. She weaves their stories within the life of trees: how trees contribute to our environment and more importantly to our culture as one of many species living on this planet. Dr. Bolen relates deforestation to the many waves of abuse women still suffer today. Join us for a deep and timely look at culture, the COVID-19 virus, trees and us.  

Podcast: Holistic Nature of Us: Meet Dr. Jean Shinoda Bolen

This podcast takes a different focus as we deal with COVID - 19 that has hit our planet and our country these past few weeks. We deal with uncertainty, statistics, and isolation as we struggle to handle the implications for our society and the world.  Brother Mark's message is timely. Through the stories of St Francis of Assisi and St Clare, he engages us in a timeless message that our world is Holistic. We are a part of this world, one species interrelated to all species.  I hope you hear St Francis' message: go do what you came here to do. The time is now.

Podcast: Holistic Nature of Us: Meet Rev. Brother Mark D'Alessio

Composting is always a great topic for gardeners. Gail Reynolds, the coordinator for the University of Connecticut's Composting Program, returns to share her tips and insights on what creates good composting practices. She discusses the difference between natural worms versus Asian worms and why they are good or bad for composting lawn and kitchen debris. Join us for an educational discussion on composting.

Podcast: Holistic Nature of Us: Gail Reynolds Returns

My guest this week, Ed Cleveland, is an expert in the use of gongs, Singing Bowls and other instruments. He offers private and group sessions that include harmonic sounds with energy work. Join us for an engaging discussion through the science and art of sound as a healing modality. 

Podcast: Holistic Nature of Us: Meet Ed Cleveland

My intent is to take us, you and I, into a better understanding of the concepts behind our holistic nature and how that ties directly to the holistic nature of the world around us. How can we connect the dots in practical ways that we are nature and nature is in us? Sharing a Passion for Sustainable, Regenerative, Growth Solutions: I feature a broad range of authors and educators, practitioners and others whose passion for this earth help us create bridges. We'll see what's trending, what's relevant to our world today not just for land use but to connect the dots between ourselves and nature. It's time for practical action and profound inner change so our natural world is valued once again.

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