What makes for meaningful conversation among young people today? These reflections triggered a distinct memory of observing my son’s middle school dance years ago. At pick up time, upon entering the church hall, most of the students were sitting at their respective tables, staring into their phones with their fingers rapidly texting each other rather … Continue reading Getting Back to “Community”
Jon DeWaal (Episode 12 Part 2)
The conclusion of my chat with Jon DeWaal. Jon is the creator and executive director of Liminal Space, a nonprofit that helps individuals navigate life’s major transitions. Liminal Space combines the often segregated disciplines of spiritual direction, life coaching and counseling in order to provide tools and resources that allow clients to intentionally and courageously … Continue reading Jon DeWaal (Episode 12 Part 2)
From: Plato, To: Activists for Love and Justice (Re: Covid-19)
Michelle Trebilcock, 18th May 2020 [These words have been written from my home on Wurundjeri Country of the Kulin Nations in the land called Melbourne, Australia. I pay my respects to their elders past, present and emerging who are the continuing sovereign custodians of this land despite the crimes of colonisation.] For those of us … Continue reading From: Plato, To: Activists for Love and Justice (Re: Covid-19)
Michelle Trebilcock (Episode 9 Part 1)
I chat with Michelle Trebilcock, Ph.D. Michelle is an Anglican Priest and Chaplain at the Brotherhood of St. Laurence in Melbourne, Australia. She's also a contributor to a new book on Liminality titled, Neither Here nor There: The Many Voices of Liminality. Michelle and I explored spirituality and meditation, ritual vs. ceremony, instability, the future … Continue reading Michelle Trebilcock (Episode 9 Part 1)
Podcast: Mary Lane Potter (Episode 8 Part 2)
In this episode, I conclude my conversation with Mary Lane Potter. Mary is a novelist, writer, and teacher. She’s published numerous works including novels, short stories, and creative nonfiction essays. Her first novel, A Woman of Salt, was selected as a Barnes & Noble Discover Great New Writers selection in 2001. Before writing fiction, Mary … Continue reading Podcast: Mary Lane Potter (Episode 8 Part 2)