Love at the Center

In this episode, Prentis Hemphill discusses how you become what you practice and what it takes to heal individually and collectively. Prentis explains how healing as an ongoing practice, the importance of embodiment, and the intersection of personal transformation and activism. Prentis also shares insights from their work in healing justice and the Black Lives Matter movement, emphasizing the power of community, somatic practices, and love as a force for change. This conversation highlights how cultivating awareness and relational skills can foster both individual and systemic healing, offering hope for more connected and compassionate futures.

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Key Takeaways:

• Healing as an ongoing practice rather than a fixed destination.
• The significance of embodiment practices in personal transformation.
• The relationship between internal healing and external activism.
• The impact of cultural practices and ancestral rituals on healing and community connection.
• The interplay between self-acceptance and self-improvement.
• The role of somatic awareness in understanding oneself and others.
• The influence of aikido principles on personal and relational dynamics.
• The importance of community and mutual aid in the healing process.
• The challenges of navigating trauma within systemic contexts.
• The transformative power of love and connection in fostering change.

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