
The Gathering Room Podcast
Welcome to a virtual gathering that will kindle your curiosity and soothe your soul! Join Martha Beck for the podcast edition of her weekly Facebook event, and listen in as she touches on a spirituality or personal growth topic that’s on her mind. You'll also hear the lively conversation that follows as Martha opens the floor to questions from the live viewers. With topics ranging from courage to creativity, purpose to intuition, these discussions will engage and support you on your journey to self-knowledge. Ready to connect with a community of like-minded seekers? Welcome to The Gathering Room Podcast.
Latest episodes

Nov 3, 2022 • 30min
What You Want Wants You
This week, Martha previews an upcoming book by Suzanne Eder called “What You Want Wants You.” Listen to today’s episode to bring what you truly desire into your life. (Originally aired: October 30, 2022)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 27, 2022 • 30min
How to Not Drown
Today we learn to do when we’re in over our heads and sinking in the complexities, challenges and overwhelms of life. Spoiler alert: it’s easier than you think! (Originally aired: October 23, 2022)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 20, 2022 • 33min
The Great Thing About Getting Stuck
This week Martha talks about how to have major insights. It is not what you think. If you need to feel better about a project that seems to be going nowhere, this is the episode you need to hear! (Originally aired: October 16, 2022)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 13, 2022 • 32min
When You Want Not to Want What You Want
What can we do with desires for things we can’t have? This week Martha talks about the experience of wanting. She explains how to turn wanting into an experience of peace and abundance. (Originally aired: October 9, 2022)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 6, 2022 • 31min
How to Bounce Back
This week, Martha describes human life as a series of “bounces.” We fly high, we fall down, we hit bottom, and we rise. But it may not work the way you think it does. Have a listen! (Originally aired: October 2, 2022)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 22, 2022 • 32min
Building on Bright Spots
This week, Martha talks about following the almost invisible “bright spots” at times that feel dark and cloudy. Martha helps you part the clouds of illusion and see the clear points of truth that can guide you home. (Originally aired: September 18, 2022)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 28, 2022 • 31min
The Gathering Room with Special Guest Linda Sivertsen
This week, special guest Linda Sivertsen joins Martha to talk about the spirit of writing after the publication of her new book, “Beautiful Writers”! (Originally aired August 28, 2022)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 25, 2022 • 33min
Hanging On by Letting Go
This week, Martha takes another look at the concept of “surrender”—the kind of surrender that happens when you literally can’t hang on anymore. She goes through a step-by-step process that leads through the anguish of giving up and all the way back to joy again. (Originally aired: August 21, 2022)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 18, 2022 • 32min
Triggering Bliss
In this episode, Martha describes a “brain hack” you can use to drop yourself into bliss with minimal effort. Bring your curiosity and a little daring, try this technique and enjoy the ride! (Originally aired: August 14, 2022)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 11, 2022 • 31min
Your Perfect Problems
This week, Martha explains why our problems can be our best friends, our path to awakening. Each problem is designed to bother you enough to examine the beliefs that are limiting your soul. Learn how by listening to this week’s Gathering Room! (Originally aired: August 7, 2022)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.