Spiritual Grit Ep 254 - Community Means Deep Listening and a Shared Vision
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Jan 15, 2025 Explore the essential nature of community during turbulent times, emphasizing deep listening as a foundation for connection. Discover how community dynamics play a crucial role in pursuing collective liberation. Personal stories highlight the importance of safe spaces and unity in social justice movements. Delve into the complexities of love and resilience through poetry, and embrace a meditative challenge designed to cultivate joy amidst chaos.
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Community and Control
- Community building requires reciprocity and a shared vision for liberation.
- The desire for individual control can hinder community building and collective action.
Practice Deep Listening
- Practice deep listening to foster collaboration and understanding in community.
- Pause, breathe, and articulate your thoughts in response to what you've heard.
Preemptive Responses
- Leslie Ann Hobayan shares an anecdote about her mother's tendency to preemptively respond in conversations.
- This illustrates the importance of truly listening before formulating a response.