Bästa Jenna Abdou podcaster (2024)

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Awakening to Our Blessings 49:22

6M ago49:22

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Rabbi Sharon Brous was on her way to lead her community, IKAR—a Jewish community she founded 20 years ago with a new vision of how faith can center and connect us—in the sacred ceremony of Tashlikh, when she stopped to buy index cards and sharpies. It was an unexpected stop, given the day’s holiness: Every year between Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur,…

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Anne Lamott on the Love that Holds Us Invisibly 46:01

7M ago46:01

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“When we are paying attention, we see how much love holds us invisibly.” This is the line that stayed with me most from Anne Lamott’s new, and 20th book, Somehow: Thoughts on Love. I read it during a stressful weekend and it illuminated the beauty of my family and friends’ care. As Anne says, “humanity is another synonym for God.” Anne’s gift is he…

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Learned Excellence 54:57

9M ago54:57

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Quentin Tarantino once said “I want to risk hitting my head on the ceiling of my talent. I want to really test it out and say, ‘Okay, you’re not that good. You just reached the level here.’ I don’t ever want to fail, but I want to risk failure every time out of the gate.” This bold and farsighted perspective is a key ingredient that Eric Potterat a…

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The Cultivation of Freedom and Happiness 38:37

11M ago38:37

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‘When we can combine our urge to be happy with wisdom instead of ignorance it becomes a homing instinct for freedom.’ This is one of the insights I was most eager to explore with renowned Buddhist teacher Sharon Salzberg from her new book, Finding Your Way: Meditations, Thoughts, and Wisdom for Living an Authentic Life. I was curious why, despite d…

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Our Path to Belonging 43:39

1y ago43:39

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Remembrance is the first step we take with renowned coach and Reboot CEO and Co-founder Jerry Colonna in his new book, Reunion: Leadership and the Longing to Belong. At its heart, it’s an invitation towards deeper connection to our ancestors, ourselves, and each other. Each reader's path unfolds uniquely—through recognition, reconnection, and recla…

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The Soul’s Imperative 57:06

1y ago57:06

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When Parker Palmer was approaching his seventies, he turned to a group of trusted friends to help him understand “what it meant to grow older in this particular dimension of life.” The process birthed one of my favorite questions he asks… What do I want to let go of? And, what do I want to give myself to? Despite articulating it in his seventies, P…

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The Language of the Heart 50:15

1y ago50:15

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The soul’s liberation of realizing “I am” was amongst my first learnings from Zainab Salbi. A world renowned humanitarian, Zainab founded Women for Women International when she was 23 and dedicated decades to offering both human connection and $146 million of aid to over 400,000 women survivors of war and conflict. Her inner journey is equally insp…

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Think Faster Talk Smarter 35:19

1y ago35:19

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“Be sincere; be brief; be seated” These six words by Franklin D. Roosevelt, which I stumbled upon during my early days as a 22-year-old sales manager, have profoundly shaped my communication philosophy. I’ve always believed that one’s ability to effectively communicate isn’t just a skill to be honed, it’s often the key that unlocks hidden potential…

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Awakening to the Beauty of Life 47:02

1y ago47:02

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“It is a high-stakes engagement to not miss the beauty of life.” This is the invitation and guidance Jon Kabat-Zinn gifts us in today’s episode. A mindfulness pioneer, Jon has played a foundational role in bringing meditation to the forefront of our culture; Admirably dedicating six decades to teaching, creating Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction, …

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Discovering Holistic Health and Vitality 55:14

1y ago55:14

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“If the soul is not in the body, where is the soul?” I’ve always been intrigued by this question from Walt Whitman. So, it caught my attention when I heard Lauren Roxburgh say that our “fascia is transmitting our soul in our bodies.” Lauren is a pioneer in body alignment, holistic health, and fascia (the connective tissue that wraps under our skin …

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The Journey from Contraction to Expansiveness 46:39

1+ y ago46:39

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“What choices will lead me to greater integration and wholeness?” renowned author, meditation pioneer, and teacher Sharon Salzberg asks in her latest book, Real Life: The Journey from Isolation to Openness and Freedom. "We’re told so many stories about who we are and what we are capable of that are given to us. They’re not born of our own clear see…

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Making Optimal Well+being Predictable 1:05:34

1+ y ago1:05:34

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What if you could design your own, custom playbook to guide the pursuit of greatness in every aspect of your life? Not long ago, the notion of rewiring one’s biology was more sci-fi than reality; still a decade ago, Drs. Leeroy Hood and Nathan Price had the foresight to envision a future where modern science would harness real-time data to make opt…

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“The Sacred Power of Goodness” 56:51

1+ y ago56:51

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When I read the first few pages of Tiny Beautiful Things — a compilation of letters from Cheryl Strayed’s advice column, Dear Sugar — I immediately knew it was going to be healing. This wasn’t a surprise. Everyone who reads Cheryl’s writing knows she’s poetic. Still, Tiny Beautiful Things is different. As I read the letters sharing people’s deepest…

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Excellent Advice for Living 51:14

1+ y ago51:14

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Kevin Kelly is a renowned author, futurist, and technologist who has spent the past few decades exploring the intersection between technology, culture, and society. He is perhaps best known for his work as the founding executive editor of Wired magazine, which helped to shape the conversation around the internet and digital technology in the 1990s …

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The Pursuit of Exceptional Longevity 27:23

1+ y ago27:23

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Few have a pulse on the science and genetics of aging as Dr. Nir Barzilai. As the director of the Institute of Aging Research at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine, he was the first to discover the “longevity gene” in humans; and in so doing began to hypothesize and demonstrate why centenarians with protective genes live longer, healthier live…

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Awe as a Compass Towards Meaning 38:43

2y ago38:43

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“From wonder to wonder, existence begins.” Lao Tzu’s wisdom is the first invitation we receive in Dacher Keltner’s new book: Awe: The New Science of Everyday Wonder and How it Can Transform Your Life. It foreshadows the journey and revelation he offers in it: Awe is a compass towards meaning. “If you listen to the feeling of awe, you’re pointed tow…

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The Path to Paradise 1:00:01

2y ago1:00:01

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The moment I read the title of Pico Iyer’s new book — The Half Known Life: In Search of Paradise — I was hooked. Yet, the more I read about people’s pursuits, the more I began to question the notion of paradise. “The struggle of your life is your paradise.” — Eido Roshi Pico’s life offers him an intimate understanding of the nature of human longing…

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What leads to lasting happiness? 58:52

2y ago58:52

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The first lesson I learned in The Greater Good Science Center’s Science of Happiness course is that I had the wrong definition of happiness. Happiness isn’t solely our positive states, we learn from Science Director Dr.Emiliana Simon-Thomas. It’s feeling content within our whole human experience, which of course, includes emotions like grief and sa…

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What serves the love? 46:32

2y ago46:32

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When Tembi Locke was in her twenties she left a letter in a drawer at a coffee shop that read: "I want to live a life of love and companionship." Her heart-expanding memoir and Netflix series, From Scratch, encapsulates its manifestation across three love stories: With her late husband Saro, daughter Zoela, and mother-in-law, Nonna. From Scratch be…

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How do we gain agency over our perspective? 30:26

2y ago30:26

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“Where you stand, be the soul of that place.” This Rumi quote always reminds me of Manish Chandra. He’s not only the soul of every place he’s in. He illuminates the soul of every person he meets, as a father, friend, and the founder of Poshmark. Manish is an incredible teacher who I’m honored to call my friend. I was thankful to explore the spirit …

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How do we amplify the good? 24:08

2y ago24:08

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“My faith lies in the belief that when I help people I live a happier life.” Rebecca Minkoff became an emblem of these words early in our friendship. The more I watched her create change, the more I admired her. I’d soon learn that her optimism isn’t just a mindset. It’s an active commitment to be a force for good. Our conversation is a collection …

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How does love fuel our activism? 23:51

2y ago23:51

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When Justine Lucas was 22 she got Love & Rage tattooed on her forearm. It symbolizes the way her late friend, Eric, signed his letters. What began as a way to honor him went on to shape her perspective in an enduring way. “I often glance at it and reflect on the evolution of its meaning,” she says. “I give myself permission to let in and give out a…

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How do we illuminate the souls of people & places? 33:33

2y ago33:33

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The morning I watched Pati Jinich’s documentary on the US-Mexico border coincided with a jarring decision being made in our country. It’s the reason that I remained hopeful amidst the news. La Frontera is a manifestation of Pati’s mission to share the souls of people and places and the food that brings us together. That morning, it was also a lesso…

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How can we be agents of joy? 39:21

2y ago39:21

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How can I make this person feel seen, heard, and valued in the most authentic way possible? Girls Who Code CEO Dr. Tarika Barrett asks this question before every conversation. Her exuberance sharing it became an anchoring insight in our Inspiring Hope series… “These are vital acts — Be it with your children, colleagues, family, or friends…We don’t …

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The Anatomy of Wholeness 54:18

2y ago54:18

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“The word health originates in a word for wholeness,” says renowned physician, author, and speaker Dr. Gabor Maté. “Whether one looks at it from a medical or spiritual point of view: To be healthy is to be whole. As I pondered what I saw with my patients and in my own journey, I realized that the fundamental issue is not: How do we become whole? Bu…

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The Hope We Become 11:39

2y ago11:39

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“If we have no peace, it is because we have forgotten that we belong to each other.” — Mother Teresa Today, we’re beginning a new mini-series, Inspiring Hope: A collection of five conversations with admired chefs, activists, and leaders about how they design lives of meaning and impact. Each episode will explore a question that helps us do so. Thro…

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'Putting Your Soul in Charge of Your Life' 1:07:53

2y ago1:07:53

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“If there is one thing that has made a difference in my life, it is the courage to turn and face what wants to change within me.” Elizabeth Lesser’s gift is putting words to the feelings and longings that shape our human experience. She’s helped over a million people realize them through her life’s work co-founding the Omega Institute. Still, what …

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“The Majesty of the Human Spirit” 34:37

2+ y ago34:37

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“We’ve really become something quite special. I think at the time of my death, I will remember you.” My eyes filled with tears when The Dalai Lama said this to Archbishop Desmond Tutu during their last conversations captured in Mission: Joy. They center on the concept of Ubuntu that the Archbishop describes — “We can only be human together.” — and …

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Discovering Oneness in Connection — Wendy MacNaughton, Bestselling Illustrator & Graphic Journalist 6:28

2+ y ago6:28

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“Have you ever had that sense of: ‘I’ve got to go back!’? If you ever hear ‘Turn around’ inside, do it! That’s the universe telling you: You missed something good back there.” Acclaimed illustrator Wendy MacNaughton heeded that call when she passed a boot making workshop on a road trip. In sharing the unforgettable friendship that transpired, she i…

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The Freedom of Forgiveness 4:09

2+ y ago4:09

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“Letting go gives us freedom and freedom is the only condition for happiness. If in our heart we still cling to anything — anger, anxiety, or possessions — we cannot be free.” — Thich Nhat Hanh This week, we’re looking at letting go through the lens of forgiveness. In sharing her courageous journey forgiving her father, Dr.Michele Harper illuminate…

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The Genius Lounge 7:04

2+ y ago7:04

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“There is a vitality, a life force, an energy, a quickening that is translated through you into action, and because there is only one of you in all of time, this expression is unique…It is your business to keep it yours clearly and directly, to keep the channel open.” — Revered Choreographer Martha Graham This week, Bob Roth shares how we can keep …

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Our Inner Path to Balance 7:35

2+ y ago7:35

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In this episode snippet, pilates and wellbeing leader Erika Bloom illuminates our body's quest for equilibrium and invites us to approach the balance question from a new lens. What is one signal your body is giving you this week? How might you slow down and listen to it?

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Seeing the Sacred in Everything 3:36

2+ y ago3:36

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“In the moment of pause, there is something sacred.” This week, we’re excited to share an invitation to pause and appreciate the beauty around us from Reverend Jen Bailey, Founder of Faith Matters Network and Co-founder of The People’s Supper. What feels sacred to you? How might you pause to honor it this week?…

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What Story Are You Telling Yourself? 5:08

2+ y ago5:08

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“Your past shapes your present. It doesn’t have to define your present.” In this episode snippet, psychotherapist and Frame Co-founder Sage Grazer illuminates the impact of the stories we tell ourselves and how to rewrite them to serve our wellbeing.

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Awakening to Our Inner Truth 10:11

2+ y ago10:11

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In this episode snippet, author and renowned life coach Martha Beck illuminates how we can awaken to our inner freedom and live in integrity to sustain it.

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Choosing Enduring Dopamine 11:54

2+ y ago11:54

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We often hear that awareness is the greatest agent for change. Our guests teach me it’s also a gift of understanding. Insight around how dopamine influences our behavior is one I carry with me from Dr. Anna Lembke, Professor of Psychiatry at Stanford and Chief of their Addiction Medicine Dual Diagnosis Clinic. Her description of dopamine deficit st…

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What Love Makes Possible 34:25

2+ y ago34:25

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When Maggie Doyne was 18 she saw a young girl breaking stones to sell in a dried riverbed in Nepal. She was taking a gap year until Hima stopped her in her tracks. All she could think was: “What am I supposed to do? In this moment, in this life? What are we, as a human family, supposed to do and be?” Maggie’s initial calling to send Hima to school …

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Awakening to Life’s Beautiful Moments 9:58

2+ y ago9:58

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This week, we’re illuminating life’s most beautiful moments with an exercise from Dr. BJ Miller, Mettle Health Co-founder and hospice and palliative medicine physician… “Close your eyes and think about this last week. Where — even for a millisecond — did you get the feeling that everything was okay, even if it's falling apart? Oftentimes, it's an a…

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The Distinguishing Characteristic of Elite Leaders 57:26

2+ y ago57:26

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In leadership, as in life - there’s no greater currency than Trust. Without it, no relationship, let alone team or organization can endure. Reflect for a moment on the last time someone in your inner circle betrayed your trust - How did it make you feel? Likely not great - and regardless of the emotion, it’s a feeling that won’t easily be forgotten…

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Rituals to Cultivate Human Flourishing 14:08

2+ y ago14:08

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“There’s deep interdependence that is a biological reality…When we cultivate healthy habits of mind, it actually changes our brain and our bodies. So, when we show up with another person and we’re kind, it’s not only affecting our biology. It’s going to affect the biology of the person with whom we’re interacting.” Dr.Richard J. Davidson studies hu…

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The Beauty That Sustains Us 32:21

2+ y ago32:21

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Growing up, Kathryn Schulz and her sister’s favorite nights were the ones their dad narrated his own stories about the adventures of Yana and Egbert from Rotterdam; A town he chose because he knew it'd make them laugh. The intentionality behind Isaac’s stories are representative of the abundance of love he aspired to share with his daughters — The …

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How Intention Takes Us From Darkness to Light 34:50

2+ y ago34:50

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“If we really used good intentions behind everything we did, we would make the world a better place. But, that world can't be a better place and we can't have completely good intentions if we don't know who we are.” Shantell Martin invites us to embark on this journey. Acclaimed visual artist, philosopher, and facilitator, Shantell’s art utilizes q…

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A Human-Centered Approach To Culture Design 46:06

2+ y ago46:06

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Having worked with admired leaders and well-established organizations for 33+ years, one thing I’ve learned {about individual & organizational excellence} is that there’s a fundamental difference between what it takes to be a good company and what it takes to be a great company. And, an even greater disparity between what it takes to be a great com…

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A Human-Centered Approach To Culture Design | Moe Abdou & Daniel Coyle 46:05

2+ y ago46:05

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Few understand what it takes to build a world-class work environment that attracts world-class talent like Daniel Coyle. His work with high-performing organizations has given him a front-row seat to the hidden dimensions of inspired corporate cultures.Our latest conversation will highlight the key insights from his latest book - The Culture Playboo…

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Love as a Compass Through Loss 41:48

2+ y ago41:48

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“If you are going to live a full life after loss, you have to find your way back to joy,” writes Marisa Renee Lee. In Grief Is Love, she unveils love as the compass to get there. Marisa shares insight on navigating our healing journeys, from giving ourselves permission to grieve to naming our feelings and creating a healing circle of family and fri…

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Honoring Our Connection to Nature 8:55

2+ y ago8:55

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“What the Earth wants and what our bodies and our spirits want is to be connected, in this case reconnected, to where we all come from.” In this episode snippet, Edible Gardens LA Founder Lauri Kranz illuminates our path back to nature and the lessons it offers us. How might you find your center in nature this week? What might you let go of when yo…

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When Love Creates Freedom 53:53

2+ y ago53:53

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“My calling is to heal; That is my truth.” When Dr.Michele Harper was growing up, two experiences seeded her mission to be a healer — A night in the ER with her brother and a divine voice she heard as a child. It was these awakenings that inspired her to become an ER physician, a journey she captures in her bestselling memoir, The Beauty in Breakin…

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Setting the Conditions for Inner Peace 46:38

2+ y ago46:38

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Do you ever feel your body pulling you in the right direction? This inner compass is the facet of Bob Roth’s teachings on Transcendental Meditation that I was most curious about…How does TM help us access it? “It’s the nature of life, given the opportunity, to grow,” he says. “With the body, you set up the conditions, it will heal itself. But, it’s…

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Why 'Love' is The Prerequisite to Excellence 1:02:27

2+ y ago1:02:27

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Few understand the depth of individual and organizational excellence as Marcus Buckingham - For 3+ decades, his work has had a singular focus to explore the hidden dimensions of greatness; and in this episode - he rejoins Moe to demonstrate why "love" is the essence of high performance - both personally and professionally.…

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In the Presence of Beauty 2:55

2+ y ago2:55

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“Beauty is a core moral value. It’s an essential piece of how we stay resilient and find joy, even with all the difficulties of life.” In this episode snippet, On Being’s Krista Tippett shares how her conversation partners, from poets to physicists, unveil beauty’s vitality.

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