Inside Community Podcast #027: Building Dream Community (even if you don't live in Community)
Are you ready to build your dream community? Creating deeper connections, harmonious collaborations, and more supportive relationships is a benefit to everyone and can start today, wherever you are in your community journey.
Todays conversation dives into the how with three seasoned community veterans, Thomas Wall, Aaron Kahlow, and Leyla Makris. Recorded at the June Bloom Festival at the Emerald Village in San Diego, this conversation will leave you inspired and ready to take the next step towards living your community dreams.
Thomas Wall is the Director of First Impressions at Liberty Arising healing sanctuary in Boulevard California. Thomas has been living at Liberty for 8 years and has been living in community for over 18 years. He holds a masters in Marriage and Family Therapy and has been guiding people in their relationship health for the past 25 years. LibertyArising.org
Aaron Kahlow communitarian, dedicated to Meaningful Human connection. Experienced circle facilitator, somatic healing & co-regulation guide, Emotional Resilience trainer & mens work guide. Supporting families, organizations, schools and communities locally.
Leyla Makris is one of the founders at the Emerald Village. She has brought her background in education to serve the community for the past thirteen years. She is lovingly known as Mama Leyla for being a stand for growth and connection. Her wisdom is an integral part of our thriving village.
Learn more about the Emerald Village and get the details for their next event on Instagram @EmeraldVillageOasis or at www.EmeraldVillageOasis.org
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