In this episode I talk with Piers Cross about the growing field of work that is happening with Men. We talk particularly about Piers’s own experience of trauma and separation in his early life as a child in boarding school and young adult in mainstream culture coping with grief and mental health problems. Piers also shares about his powerful and inspiring journey towards healing and supporting others to heal. Piers has been involved with many of the movements in the UK working with Men in particular and has a huge range of skill and experience. Another beautiful and inspiring conversation.
Aug 6, 2023
1 hr 6 min
In this inspiring episode with Dr Duncan Still we hear how the modern medical establishment is slowly opening up to a more holistic view of life supporting health and wellness based practices. As well as being a GP Duncan Still is also an Integrative Doctor and Education faciltator and he is braving the wilderness both inside and out to bring Integrative, lifestyle and evidence based approaches to the consultation room. During the conversation we about the rise in education and awareness amongst the health profession about the need to recognise, systemic, cultural and economic effect on health and wellbeing. We talk about Nature connection, awareness practices, alternative therapies and much more as a way to wellness. Duncan also works with the Psychedelic Health Professionals' (PHP) Network as Academic Director and Retreat Facilitator in The Netherlands and he shares his experience and passion for the potential of this evolving consciousness raising and healing modality.
May 18, 2023
1 hr 4 min
In this juicy conversation with Kerry Veitch we talk about the many paths to consciousness, healing and connection. We discuss how as humans we are finding our way back to ancient and new ways to breathe and how we are connecting to the power that the breath has to bring us into the fullest expression of ourself. Kerry is an amazing and inspiring human who has a rich history and many strings to her bow. Kerry is now an international breath work trainer and we are so grateful to have her speak with us for Connection Matters Podcast.
Apr 27, 2023
51 min
In this episode I talk with Mother, Leader, Community Builder and all round aamzing nature connected wild woman Emma Gorbutt. The conversation flows beautifully as she shares her stories of life as a nature connected woman living in a housing co-op, living in community, being part of the international Mother Nature Project, the international Cultural Emergence Movement and much more. A really nourishing and inspiring conversation.
Apr 7, 2023
58 min
In this episode, Leona talks with Sarah Ludford about NVC (Non Violent Communication) as a consciousness, a mindset and a way of being. Across the world, NVC has had a huge impact on the way we communicate both as individuals and in communities and it continues to be introduced as means to find a better way of understanding self and others in schools, organisations and in homes and minds.
Jun 1, 2022
52 min
In this inspiring episode I talk to Singing Mamas Founder and Director Kate Valentine. Singing Mamas stated vision is for- a world where everybody sings. Holding a strong belief that singing is necessary for life to thrive we talk about the many benefits and ways that singing in circles can bring healing, connection and joy to the lives of those who take part. Singing is a very potent form of culture repair. Listen to the end to hear a beautiful song speaking to resilience, intuition and trust- sung by Kate herself.
Mar 31, 2022
1 hr 13 min
In this episode Leona and Sky have a beautiful conversation discovering meaningful synchronicities in their life paths and in the deep connection journeys they both find themselves on. From a healthy connection to nature as children, they both set out in life, purpose-driven, to search for understanding and healing for the apparent disconnection sickness of our times. Both find themselves guided towards the quest of creating community healing and wholeness. They discuss the very personal journey of gathering the basket of skills needed for the many layers of healing, deepening and returning home to ourselves. A very soothing and inspiring episode. Perfect for people who have had a healing connection in nature and want to bring that to others.
Feb 24, 2022
1 hr 7 min
In this episode, I have my second discussion for the Connection Matters podcast with one of my long term teachers Sal Gencarelle of the Helpers Mentoring Society. In another vibrant conversation, we talk about creating and understanding meaning in these challenging times and what 'responsibility' really means. We also discuss how the young of today are responding to this.
Sal shares more about the progress of the Bison Project, rewilding and reconnecting us to the ancient ways in modern times. We also talk about a helpful understanding of consciousness and the multiple parts of this that make up the whole healthy, balanced and happy human being.
Feb 15, 2022
1 hr 36 min
In this inspiring episode, I talk deeply with Jill Kettle about women's initiations, the importance of connection to our bodies, to the cycles of life and to each other, in helping us live life with more balance and flow, for the benefit of creation. In these challenging times it is more important now than ever to feel aligned and in connection with our inner wisdom and strength as women and as humans. For both men and women, there is richness and wisdom within this conversation.
Oct 26, 2021
1 hr 5 min
In this episode with Jon Young and Looby Macnamara we discuss the origins of the Eight Shields, Mentoring, Deep Nature Connection, Culture Repair and their role in society today as a way to bring about personal and community change around us that will ripple out into society. We talk about cultural emergence as a way of lasting transformation and change as we move through these uncertain times.
Oct 11, 2021
1 hr 18 min
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