Senseless acts of violence have become an unfortunate part of our lives.  They come in many different forms and are so impactful to anyone who is involved in them.  So impactful in fact that it can create generational wounds that carry on for many years beyond the event.  The lasting impact and effects of such events can lead to more pain, hurt and suffering than many of us can comprehend.  How can we make sense of such happenings?  How can we move forward?  How can we create a better future for our kids and their kids?  Let me share some of my thoughts and ideas with you on how we can create and cultivate peace!Tools & Healing modalities mentioned in the show:TherapySelf-Development coursesThe Belonging BlueprintAuthencity By the Ruiz FamilyPositive Parenting SolutionsBooksNon-Violent Communication by Marshall RosenbergConscious Parenting by Shefali TsabaryConscious Living by Gay HendricksEaster Body Western Mind by Anodea JudithWhen Things Fall Apart by Pema ChodronA New Earth, Create a Better Life by Eckart TolleThe Book of Joy by His Holiness the Dalai Lama and Archbishop Desmond TutuConnect with your host Ross Leppala!Instagram: ross.leppalaFacebook: Ross LeppalaEmail: [email protected]Intro and Outro music credits:"Lost in the Woods" by Gaelynn Leafrom the album "Learning How to Stay"Gaelynn Lea: Violin, VocalsDave Mehling: Guitars, Keyboards, Organ & Auxiliary PercussionAl Church: Electric Guitar, Acoustic Guitar, Piano & Auxiliary PercussionMartin Dosh: DrumsAndrew Foreman: Electric BassHaley McCallum: Vocal Harmony