How do we find our way in the long dark?   In this episode, Amisha, Mary, and Lies engage in a heartfelt conversation about personal journeys, dreams, and the importance of resilience in the face of uncertainty. One of the themes that come up in this episode is about sharing your voice, allowing your truth to ripple out and inspire others. Together they reflect on past podcast episodes, highlighting the wisdom shared by our amazing guests, and conclude with insights on intuition and personal practices for reconnecting with oneself. In this conversation, the All That We Are team explores the themes of creativity, intuition, and compassion. They discuss how cooking reflects emotional states, the evolving nature of intuition, and the importance of navigating life's gray areas with openness and flexibility. The conversation emphasizes the need for compassion in personal growth and the significance of creating with love, while also encouraging you to embrace silence and breathe amidst the chaos of these times. We explore: :: How to keep our visions alive in a constantly evolving world :: How honouring all that we are encourages embracing the wisdom of diverse voices :: How embracing death and rebirth cycles helps us expand and meet the moment fully :: What happens when we learn to fully accept and be with what is :: How it’s not about what’s interesting to say but about saying what truly matters :: How releasing judgement and fear creates space for authenticity and connection :: Why fierceness allows us to embody our truth without fear We hope that this conversation gives you space to contemplate, integrate and embody what you hear. Links from this episode and more at allthatweare.org  

Lucile Yaney, a psychotherapist and founder of the Inn of the Seventh Ray, dives into the transformative journey of living heart-led for a year. She shares how this approach can drastically reshape your future, touching on her personal evolution and the creation of a unique restaurant. Lucile discusses the healing power of high-vibration foods, community resilience in the face of adversity, and how spirituality fuels a collective journey toward nourishment and harmony. Her story is a beautiful testament to embracing the unknown for profound change.

Bringing diverse voices for peace, this episode is a special gem exploring the question ‘How can collective prayer create ripples that transform the world?’   In this final, heartfelt episode of the year, Ripples Collective shares their voices in a truly unique and tender way. Together they weave a moment of beauty and reflection gently infused with music, care and love. Ripples Collective is a group of Palestinian and Israeli non-violent activists, artists, and heart-led humans working together in connection, strength and love to embody another possibility.   Together we explore: :: How music and ritual hold the power to transform our lives and communities :: What personal journeys have shaped the voices of Ripples Collective :: How activism and spirituality come together to forge a new path forward :: What stories emerge from Gaza and the West Bank and how they reveal an alternative reality :: What the significance of song and collective prayer is in creating unity and hope :: How we can navigate divisiveness to find common ground :: How the power of collective dreams can envision a better future :: How to honour the old while imagining and creating the new :: How the notion of home is rooted in a sense of belonging  We hope that this piece called ‘Embodying Another Possibility‘ brings forth a feeling of hope and a collective prayer for Freedom, Dignity, Equality, Safety, Justice, Compassion, Solidarity and Peace rippling out far and beyond.   Links from this episode and more at allthatweare.org

In this engaging discussion, Johann Hari, a bestselling author known for his impactful work on addiction and depression, explores the essence of true connection in our contemporary world. He sheds light on how emotional pain is intertwined with our societal context and argues that our happiness hinges on communal bonds rather than individual pursuits. Hari emphasizes the transformative power of community, critiques the focus on self, and highlights how psychedelic experiences can foster meaningful connections. This conversation invites listeners to rethink their relationships and the importance of support in navigating life's challenges.

Amanda anandita Simon, a consulting astrologer, acutonics practitioner, and artist with an MA in Art and Ecology, passionately delves into the misunderstood world of astrology. She discusses how astrology can help us navigate sensitivity and urban life while emphasizing bodily awareness. Amanda explores cosmic shifts like Pluto's movement from Capricorn to Aquarius, signaling changes in power dynamics. Listeners are encouraged to recognize their connection to the cosmos and the importance of community in these transformative times.

In this episode, Vanessa Andreotti, a Brazilian educator and advocate for Indigenous rights, explores how to become good elders and ancestors. She emphasizes the need for a collective responsibility beyond our own lives. Vanessa invites listeners to reflect on what it means to age gracefully, the significance of storytelling, and the deep connections between generations. She critiques society’s view on aging, highlighting the potential for transformation through disillusionment and the urgent need for intergenerational wisdom. This conversation is a profound reminder of our role in shaping the future.

What is the true cost of our numbness, and how can we alchemize it into deep, loving intimacy?     This conversation with Dr. Jaiya John is a balm, for tender times, tender hearts - a remembrance of how to touch tenderly, inwardly and outwardly. Dr. Jaiya John, born as an orphan on the sacred lands of the Ancient Puebloans in New Mexico's high desert, walks the world as a freedom worker, poet, author, teacher, and speaker, revered across continents. In this tender episode, Amisha and Dr. Jaiya weave a story of human connection—layered with vulnerability, healing, and the soft light of hope. Together, they lean into our collective longing for liberation from oppression, the raw courage needed to meet grief and emotional pain, and a soul-deep inquiry into how technology shapes intimacy in a world that often feels so far apart. We hope this episode invites you into deeper layers of tenderness and presence.   Links from this episode and more at allthatweare.org

Join Bayo Akomolafe, a poet and philosopher known for addressing civilization's crises, alongside Sophie Strand, a writer weaving together spirituality and ecology. They dive into the concept of the sacred, highlighting the beauty found in uncertainty and the in-between spaces. The conversation shifts to how humility and vulnerability can guide us toward genuine connections. With a focus on collaborative wisdom, the duo explores power dynamics and the importance of storytelling in navigating today's complex challenges.

Manda Scott, an award-winning novelist and shamanic trainer, dives into the art of envisioning a transformative future. She discusses how not knowing can help us explore the unknown and dream without limits. Manda delves into moving from trauma to initiation culture and how 8.5 billion people can feel connection and purpose. By embracing intuition and fostering genuine relationships, we can create meaningful change. She passionately believes that individual agency, combined with community engagement, holds the key to shaping a hopeful new narrative.

In this week’s TIMELESS episode, Patrisse Cullors highlights the urgent call for a softer, more connected world where care is the base of everything we do. As an Artist and Abolitionist, born and raised in Los Angeles and being on the frontline of abolitionist organising for 22 years, Patrisse offers us a powerful vision for how we can cultivate healing through active, compassionate engagement in our communities and how we can move beyond propaganda and embrace true transformation. “Our work is to show up and reshape this place.” Patrisse Cullors   This is from our archives, part of a beautiful and powerful conversation we had in episode 201 with Patrisse Cullors on Abolition, Art Activism and Courageous Resourcing // Cultures Of Care.   We hope that this little piece called ‘How to Move Beyond Propaganda and Embrace True Transformation’ will give you what you need in these important times in our evolution as humanity.   Links from this episode and more at allthatweare.org