Networks' Healing Circle

Managing-Overwhelm-and-Stress-Through-Self-Care Part of the Healing Circle Calls podcast series led by Jeremy Duke Recording Date: March 3, 2025 Summary: This transcript discusses the topic of overwhelm and stress, and how to manage them through self-awareness, self-care, and cultivating the ability to receive love. Keywords: meditation, guided meditation, stress, relaxations, overwhelm, wellness, self-care, Healing Circle Calls, Jeremy Duke Transcripts: Download transcript for this episode. Topical Index: Introductions [00:00] Overwhelm and stress [01:12] Stress induced trauma [04:31] knowing yourself [06:25] Guided meditation [09:05] Closing [21:21] Find out more at https://networks-healing-circle.pinecast.co Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/networks-healing-circle/076e50c9-5660-44c4-a9a1-90fe9eda741b This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

The "What Now" Moments of Life Part of the Healing Circle Calls podcast series led by Tracy Lapreziosa Recording Date: February 3, 2025 Summary: In this Healing Circle Call, Tracy Lapreziosa shares the concept of "what now?" moments in life - the crossroads and decisions we face as we grow and our circumstances change. Listeners are reminded ofo the importance of being present and engaged with our environment, rather than distracted, in order to make mindful decisions during these "what now?" moments. Tracy leads listeners through a guided meditation, encouraging listeners to be more aware of their surroundings and senses, which can inform the choices they make.  Keywords: reflection guided meditation, meditation, self-care, wellness, Tracy Lapreziosa, Healing Circle Calls, crossroads, managing crossroads Transcript: Download transcript for this episode. Topical Index: Introductions [00:00] Reflecting on Life Changes [01:58] Big moments / Big Decisions [03:44] Guided meditation [09:24] Closing [18:07] Find out more at https://networks-healing-circle.pinecast.co Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/networks-healing-circle/d76a84b0-590c-470a-a5d1-aeebd7acc321 This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

Your Self As A Garden Part of the Healing Circle Podcast series led by Jeremy Duke Recording Date: January 6, 2025 Summary: Jeremy Duke explores the concept of New Year's resolutions and offers an alternative perspective of viewing oneself as a garden that needs tending. Listeners are encouraged to approach personal change like a gardener tending to a garden, removing weed, nurturing growth, and planting new seeds. Jeremy leads listeners through a guided meditation, using the metaphor of a garden to foster self-care and positive growth. Keywords: guided meditation, meditation, self-care, positive growth, wellness, Jeremy Duke, Healing Circle Calls, nurturing growth Transcript: Download transcript for this episode. Topical Index: Introductions / selecting on resolutions [00:00] Acknowledging the New Year [01:26] Rethinking change - a gardener's view [02:52] Pruning the garden [08:49] Guided meditation [10:31] Closing [24:36] Find out more at https://networks-healing-circle.pinecast.co Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/networks-healing-circle/a2181e93-46c7-40ae-907b-5df957ef61cb This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

Wandering Down Memory Lane Part of the Healing Circle Calls podcast series led by Tracy Lapreziosa Recording Date: November 6, 2024 Summary: Tracy Lapreziosa shares about her recent journeys down memory lane. She encourages listeners to set aside worries and concerns, leading a guided meditation with them to explore and appreciate their own journey down memory lane. Keywords: memories, relaxation, meditation, guided meditation, self-care, Tracy Lapreziosa, Heaing Circle Calls Transcript: Download the transcript for this episode. Topical Index: Introductions [00:00] Reflecting on holidays, memories [01:00] Memory Lane [02:29] Guided meditation [05:34] Closing [17:15] Notes go here Find out more at https://networks-healing-circle.pinecast.co Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/networks-healing-circle/b5108fae-c3c7-4154-b967-2d1ea8d95117 This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

Memories of Seasonal Changes Part of the Healing Circle Calls podcast series led by Rosa McAllister Recording Date: September 2, 2024 Summary: Rosa shares the evolution of the Healing Circle Calls, and her memories of Labor Days past and seasonal changes. She encourages listeners to think of those seasonal changes they are living through as well. Transcripts: Download the transcript of this episode. Topical Index: Introduction [00:00] Seasonal Changes [01:55] Guided meditation [13:08] Closing [21:37] Notes go here Find out more at https://networks-healing-circle.pinecast.co Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/networks-healing-circle/170ea56b-2303-4f4f-885b-effe83f9249b This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

Rituals, Celebrations, and Remembrances Part of the Healing Circle Podcast series led by Rosa McAllister Recording Date: August 5, 2024 Summary: Rosa McAllister leads listeners through the many rituals, celebrations, and remembrances followed by various cultures throughout the world. Listeners are asked to think on those things they acknowledge in their cultures, and to realize the importance of remembering and reliving where we were or what happened to us or what our part in those remembrances were. Rosa leads listeners through a guided meditation / relaxation exercise, encouraging listeners to explore these memories. Notes go here. Keywords: relaxation, meditation, wellness, Rosa McAllister, Healing Circle Calls, Rituals & remembrances, culture, guided meditation Transcripts: Download the transcript for this episode. Topical Index: Introduction [00:00] Exploring the rituals and celebrations we follow [02:29] Importance of remembrance [04:10] Seasonal celebrations [07:22] Guided meditation [12:06] Closing [26:30] Find out more at https://networks-healing-circle.pinecast.co Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/networks-healing-circle/a11cc67f-3982-4071-95c6-8522faeade25 This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

Healing Circle Calls Season 7 Episode 1 Recording Date: July 1, 2024 Transcript: Download transcript HERE. Keywords: relaxation, refreshing, meditation, guided meditation, Jessica Stover, Networks for Training and Development, Healing Circle Calls, Healing Circle, Summary: Jessica Stover leads today's call with an overview of the Healing Circle Calls, and a guided meditation. Topical Index: Introduction: [00:00] Guided Meditation [02:12] Closing [11:11] Find out more at https://networks-healing-circle.pinecast.co Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/networks-healing-circle/1bdb024a-72c7-4b27-a151-4b93bd91e59a This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

Maui's Devastating Wild Fires – Prayers for Healing   Recording Date: September 5, 2023 Transcript: Download Transcript HERE   Keywords: Maui, Lahaina, wild fires, aftermath, Hawaiian healing chants, E ala E, Arise/Awaken/Arise, Oli Mahalo, Ho'oponopono, Ka Pule a ka Haku, The Lord's Prayer, Healing Circle, Networks for Training and Development, Rosa McAllister, prayers of healing   Summary: Rosa McAllister shares from the heart about the recent wild fires that have impacted her community in Lahaina, Hawaii. Rosa shares the devastation, the aftermath, and some Hawaiian chants and prayers for healing.   Topical Index:   -       Introductions [00:00] -       Hawaii – Where I Live [00:57] -       The Wild Fires and Their Impact [01:15] -       Aftermath and Helping One Another [03:58] -       The Aloha Spirit [05:19] -       An Offering of Love and Thanks to All of You – Pule (Prayers) [05:46] o   E ala E (Arise / Awaken / Arise) [07:03] o   Oli Mahalo [07:47] o   Ka Pule a ka Haku (The Lord's' Prayer) [10:00] o   Oli Aloha [12:27] o   Ho'oponopono  (Hawaiian Prayer of Forgiveness, Peace, & Love) [13:32] -       Closing [23:23]   How To Help: A list of vetted organizations who are helping.   Resources -       Hawaiian Healing Chants -       Ho'oponpono -       The Original Ho'oponopono -       [Understanding Ho'oponopono: A Beautiful Hawaiian Teaching About Forgiveness](https://graceandlightness.com/hooponopono-for-forgiveness/#:~:text=Ho%27oponopono%20for%20Self%20Forgiveness&text=() Find out more at https://networks-healing-circle.pinecast.co Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/networks-healing-circle/041e9750-48d8-4c72-92af-3b95e117094d This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

Wait! What? - The Barbie Movie and It's Surprising Messages part of the Healing Circle podcast serires Recording Date: August 7, 2023 Transcript: Download Transcript HERE Keywords: movie review, Barbie Movie, masculinity and femininity, nostalgia, Barbie, family Summary: Rosa takes us on a bit of a different journey today, reviewing The Barbie Movie. Rosa looks at Barbie through the lens of nostalgia, family, and the lessons we can take away from this surprising film. Topical Index: Introductions [00:00] History and purpose [01:07] Today's Topic – Barbie! [03:15] An invitation from friends and family [04:08] Getting into the hype [05:04] My memories of Barbie [06:30] What's the Buzz? [09:07] The many faces of Barbie [11:19] A family affair [12:07] Surprising lessons [12:27] Ruth Handler – Barbie's creator [15:11] Extremes are not good [16:27] My takeaways [19:48] Closing [22:22] Notes go here Find out more at https://networks-healing-circle.pinecast.co We would love to hear from you. Drop a line in the comments section. https://pinecast.com/feedback/networks-healing-circle/e6845dc8-6068-4405-84c5-d21086cdc341 This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

A Salute to Wonderful June Recording Date: June 5, 2023 Transcripts: Download transcript HERE Keywords: Healing Circle, Jen Williams, Networks for Training and Development, strawberry moon, Juno, Pride Month, summer solstice, rainbow meditation, relaxation, guided meditation Summary: Jen Williams guides us through a salute to June and its many celebrations. Jen emphasized the many natural wonders such as the strawberry moon and summer solstice we experience in June, as well as our many holidays and celebrations scheduled for this month. She closes with a guided "rainbow meditation".. Topical Index: Introductions [00:00] Celebrations of June [00:59] Intro to guided meditation [02:05] Rainbow Meditation [03:13] Closing [20:11] Subscribe to our podcast Find out more at https://networks-healing-circle.pinecast.co We welcome your feedback. Please take time to comment. https://pinecast.com/feedback/networks-healing-circle/d771fbd3-4529-48c2-8cae-7fcdd0defb29 This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

Spring Is Springing Recording Date: May 1, 2023 Transcripts: Download transcript HERE Keywords: Healing Circle, Jessica Stover, Networks for Training and Development, spring, signs of spring, time of growth, growth and renewal, change, spring cleaning, guided meditation Summary: Jessica Stover leads today's healing circle with a conversation about Spring, this time of growth, and renewal, and change. Jessica explores the embracing of change, and taking the opportunity for a bit of "spring cleaning". She leads the group in a guided meditation. Topical Index: Introductions [00:00] The clockwork of Spring [00:21] Life changes [02:23] Growth and rebirth [04:10] Adapt, Accept, Move Forward [05:12] Guided meditation [06:20] Closing [19:08] Subscribe to our podcast Find out more at https://networks-healing-circle.pinecast.co We would love to hear from you. Please feel free to leave a comment. https://pinecast.com/feedback/networks-healing-circle/7e35850f-cee0-44c0-a6fb-c54c06d8dbc2 This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

How Our Emotions Effect Us Recording Date: April 3, 2023 Transcripts: Download transcript HERE Keywords: Emotions, Healing Circle, Tracy Lapreziosa, Networks for Training and Development, Physiological responses, sensory experiences Summary: Tracy leads a reflection on EMOTIONS, and how they effect not only our mental state, but our physical as well. Tracy discusses the impact emotions may have on us, and strategies we can use to counteract these effects, and just become more aware of the impact our emotions may have on us. Topical Index: Introductions [00:00] Old habits die hard [00:45] Sensory connections to emotions [02:59] Strategies for living a life in tune [03:35] Having compassion for ourselves and others [07:32] Meditation exercise [08:59] Closing [13:47] Subscribe to our podcast Find out more at https://networks-healing-circle.pinecast.co This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

March's Many Celebrations Recording Date: March 6, 2023 Transcripts: Download transcript HERE. Keywords: celebrations, Lenten Moon, Worm Moon, Spring equinox, Healing Circle, Jen Williams, meditation, guided imagery, Summary: Jen Williams leads this month's healing circle, reflecting on the numerous celebrations that occur during this month, including the Lenten Moon, Spring Equinox, and more. Jen leads us in an exercise of guided imagery and relaxation. Topical index: Introduction [00:00] the celebrations of March [00:41] Nature's celebrations [01:19] Guided imagery exercise [02:18] Planting [05:46] Groth [07:55] Cultivating and pruning [08:30] Closing [17:27] Subscribe to our podcast Find out more at https://networks-healing-circle.pinecast.co This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

When to Cut Bait Recording Date: February 6, 2023 Transcripts: Download transcripts HERE. Keywords: Relaxation, meditation, healing circle, beginnings, Networks for Training and Development, Rosa McAllister, decision making, holding on, letting go, when to cut bait Summary: Rosa McAllister leads a reflection on holding on and letting go, and our journey to "Cut Bait". Join us as you reflect on your own personal decision making, and let's think about When Do We Cut Bait. Topical. Index: Introductions / Opening [00:00] Resolutions Undone [03:18] "Cutting Bait" [04:19] Holding on too long [06:57] When do YOU cut bait? [15:00] Closing [17:20] Notes go here Find out more at https://networks-healing-circle.pinecast.co This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

S06-Ep01: Bringing In Another New Year Recording Date: January 4, 2023 Keywords: winter, healing circle, networks for training and development, New Year, contemplation, meditation, breathing exercise Transcripts: Download transcripts HERE. Summary: Today's meditation considers the season of winter, and its parallel in our lives as a time or rest and contemplation. Join us for some reflection, and a brief breathing meditation. Topical Index: Introductions [00:00] Remembering the present [01:38] A time of rest [02:28] Following the pattern of the seasons [04:54] Breathing meditation [07:05] Closing [18:38] Subscribe to Our Podcast Find out more at https://networks-healing-circle.pinecast.co This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

A Simple Way of Sending Love to Others Recording Date: December 7, 2022 Transcript: Download Transcript HERE. Summary: Rosa McAllister shares the history of the Healing Circle Calls, and their origins as a means of sharing with one another and supporting one another during times of need. These calls are held monthly, and are regularly uploaded into Online University. The calls started some ten years ago, and we have been recording them for the past five years. We invite you to learn a little more about these offerings as we close out season 5 of this podcast, and prepare for a new season. Keywords: Healing Circle, Networks' Healing Circle Calls, reaching out, supporting one another, revisiting past calls Topical Index: Introductions [00:00] Online University [00:20] Origins of the Healing Circle [01:32] Supporting one another [02:26] The importance of helping one another [03:10] Making this support something we do for all [05:59] Recording the calls [08:84] Revisiting past calls [09:14] Meditation exercise [12:07] Closing [20:07] Subscribe to our podcast Find out more at https://networks-healing-circle.pinecast.co This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

Meditating On Change Recording Date: November 2, 2022 Summary: Tracy Lapreziosa shares the seasons of life, and how we can better navigate the changes in our lives - both positive and negative. Tracy shares a brief mediation on change. Keywords: change, November, lunar eclipse, meditation, meditating on change, embracing change, seasons of life. relaxation Transcript: Download transcript HERE. Topical Index: Introductions [00:00] Seasons of Life [01:20] Guided meditation on Change [04:44] Closing [17:15] Subscribe to our podcast

Fall Approaches Recording Date: October 5, 2022 Transcript: Download Transcript HERE. Summary: Jessica Stover leads the call as she guides us through embracing what fall has to offer us. Jess leads two guided meditations - the first an exercise in "letting go," honoring autumn's call to "shed" the old and embrace the new. The second is a brief relaxation exercise. Keywords: guided meditation, letting go, healing circle, Networks' Healing Circle, embracing the fall Topical Index: Introduction [00:00] Fall - positives and negatives [00:20] Aligning with autumn's rhythm [02:13] A time to "shed" the old and embrace the new [03:06] Guided meditation of letting go [03:55] Relaxation guided meditation [10:20] Closing [13:35] Subscribe to our podcast Find out more at https://networks-healing-circle.pinecast.co This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

S5-Ep8: Breathing Into Autumn Recording Date: September 5, 2022 Transcript: Download transcript here Keywords: autumn, meditations, breathing exercises, breathing meditations, mood, changing mood, seasonal affective disorder, refreshing, relaxation, Healing Circle, autumn equinox Summary: Jeremy Duke leads the group into a set of breathing exercises and meditations as we explore the changes that autumn brings to nature, ourselves and the world around us. Topical Index: Opening / Introductions [00:00] Opening breathing exercise [01:24] Gratefulness [02:54] Autumn Equinox [04:19] Autumn Blessings [05:14] Caring for Ourselves [06:04] Aligning with the Season [07:49] Time of Renewal and Reflection [08:23] Mindful Breathing [11:35] Closing [21:36] Subscribe to our Podcast Find out more at https://networks-healing-circle.pinecast.co This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

S05 E07 - Celebrating Our Inter-dependence Recording Date: July 4, 2022 Transcript: Download transcript here Keywords: McCarthyism, Interdependence, connections, self-reflection / meditation, healing circle calls, Fourth of July, networks for training and development Summary: Rosa McAllister scelebrates the Fourth of July with us, challenging us not to think of our independency but our interdependencies. Topical Index: Welcome - Happy Fourth of July [00:00] Networks in the spring [00:58] A new year for non-profits - new beginning [02:15] Celebrating independence... or inter-dependence [03:35] Origins of Interdependence movement [04:19] What is independence? [07:09] Self-reflection - connections and dependencies [09:12] Connections / dependencies we wish to cut? [11:56] Connections / dependencies we wish to strengthen [12:41] Connections / dependencies you wish to create [14:09] Celebrating Interdependence [16:10] Closing [18:22] Subscribe to our podcast Find out more at https://networks-healing-circle.pinecast.co This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

S05 E06 - Finding Our Inner Balance Recording Date: June 6, 2022 Transcript: Download transcript here Keywords: Super Moon, summer solstice, pride month, LGBT pride, disability pride, healing circle calls, networks for training and development, root chakra, sacral chakra, solar plexus chakra, heart chakra, throat chakra, brow chakra, crown chakra Summary: Jen Williams celebrates the summer solstice with a guided meditation. Topical Index: Introduction / Acknowledgement of Pride Month - LGBT & Disability community [00:00] The Super Moon season / the summer solstice [01:19] Breathing exercise / meditation [03:05] The root chakra [04:04] The sacral chakra [05:05] Third chakra - solar plexus [07:06] Heart chakra [08:56] Throat chakra [10:47] Sixth chakra - the brow [12:43] The crown chakra [15:17] Closing [19:26] Subscribe to our podcast Find out more at https://networks-healing-circle.pinecast.co This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

Episode Notes Recording Date: May 2, 2022 Transcript: Download transcript here Keywords: rituals, patterns, behaviors, reflections, self-reflection, meditation, healing circle call, networks for training and development Summary: Jessicas Stover invites you to come along with her in a reflective meditation about our rituals, patterns and behaviors, and whether they serve us well or not. Topical Index: Introduction [00:00] Rituals and awakenings [01:51] Rituals for starting [02:13] Rituals that need breaking [02:48] Reflections on our rituals [03:06] Is it a pattern or a rituals [04:42] Subconscious behavior [06:41] Reflection meditation [07:21] An invitation for taking inventory of our rituals, patterns and behaviors [13:52] Closing [15:16] Subscribe to our podcast Find out more at https://networks-healing-circle.pinecast.co This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

S5E4 - Taking Time for Me Recording Date: March 4, 2022 Transcript: Download transcript here. Keywords: stress, taking care of ourselves, self-care, breathing exercise, guided meditation, self reflection, setting boundaries Summary: Tracy Lapreziosa takes us on a guided journey within to recognize our patterns of overextending ourselves, and the need to develop boundaries that allow us to take care of ourselves. Join us for all of our Healing Circle calls Topical Index: Opening [00:00 Defining Self-Care [01:10] Making Time [02:31] Setting boundaries [03:30] Guided meditation on boundaries [05:32] Guided meditation on clearing out the turmoil [07:22] Breathing exercise [09:13] Inner awareness [13:02] Reflections for change [14:48] Closing [17:16] Subscribe to our podcast Find out more at https://networks-healing-circle.pinecast.co This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

S5E3 - Breathing Through Recording Date - March 7, 2022 Transcript: Download transcript here. Keyword: The water element, Qi Gong, Finding flow, turmoil, staying centered, moving on, breathing exercise, meditations, wmbryonic breath, moon-based progress, guided meditation, guided imagery, yin of the heart, yin of the lungs, movement exercise, Summary: Jeremy Duke takes us on a guided meditation, and breathing exercises, to help us find our center and find our flow. Topical Index: Opening [00:00] Finding Flow [02:01] Feeling overwhelmed [04:05] Breathing Exercise [04:50] -- Slow [05:33] -- Deep [06:11] -- Long [06:29] -- Even [06:34] -- Smooth [07:11] Guided imagery / meditation [[09:45] Closing [19;54] Subscribe to our podcast Find out more at https://networks-healing-circle.pinecast.co This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

S5E2 - Letting Go of Our Flaws Recording Date - February 7, 2022 Transcript: Download transcript here Keywords: Augusten Burroughs, Good intentions, flaws, Brené Brown, "The Gift of Imperfection", Brené Brown's 10 Guideposts, authenticity, self compassion, trusting faith, creativity, play, calm, meaningful work, laughter Summary: Gerry Arango shares Brené Brown's writings from "The Gift of Imperfection". Join us as Gerry shares Brené Brown's 10 Guideposts, and how she has applied them to herself, while encouraging self reflection on our part. Topical Index: Opening [00:00] Augusten Burroughs quote [00:26] Brené Brown's Gift of Imperfection [01:15] Finding balance [03:03] 10 Guideposts [03:49] -- Authenticity [05:43] -- Self-Compassion [06:08] -- Resilient Spirit [06:31] -- Gratitude & Joy [07:16] -- Intuition and Trusting Faith [08:08] -- Creativity [08:43] -- Play & Rest [09:43] -- Calm & Stillness [10:04] -- Meaningful Work [10:21] -- Laughter, Song & Dance [10:35] Closing [11:53] Subscribe to our podcast Subscribe to Our Podcast Find out more at https://networks-healing-circle.pinecast.co This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

S5E1 - Remembering the Desiderata Recording Date: January 3, 2022 Transcript: Download transcript here Keywords: happy new year, new year, the desiderata, Max Ehrman, self-reflection, Summary: Gerry Arango shares the poem, "The Desiderata" applying it to herself, and encouraging listeners to engage in some self-reflection themselves. Join us for this an all of our Healing Circle calls. Topical Index: Opening [00:00] Happy New Year [00:59] Introducing "The Desiderata" [01:39] The Desiderata [04:01] https://www.desiderata.com/desiderata.html The Desiderata - in the first person [06:52] -- Approaching silence [06:52] -- Without surrender [07:41] -- Listening [08:06] -- Comparing yourself with others [09:59] -- Enjoy my achievements [11:10] -- Exercise caution [13:19] -- The Counsel of the years [13:58] -- Dark imaginings [15:14] -- Beb at peace with yourself and God [16:35] -- It's a beautiful world [17:50] Self-reflection [19:32] Closing [19:56] Resources: The Desiderata by Max Ehrmann from Desiderata.com https://www.desiderata.com/desiderata.html Subscribe to our podcast Find out more at https://networks-healing-circle.pinecast.co This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

S4E12 - Winter Wonderings Recording Date: December 7, 2021 Transcript: Download transcript here Keywords: Demeter and Persephone, winter solstice, start of the seasons, Hannukah, celebrations, Festival of Lights, Yule, New Year, Christmas, Kwanza, winter celebrations, togetherness, family, self-care, networks for training and development, healing circle Summary: Jennifer Williams leads this Healing Circle meditation, focusing on the various winter celebrations, what it means for us, and the self-care so important during this time of year. Topical Index: Introduction [00:00} Demeter & Persephone [00:49] Mythology of the seasons [02:02] Winter Celebrations [03:07] The comforts of the season [07:48] Self-Care [09:38] Closing [12:37] Subscribe to our podcast Find out more at https://networks-healing-circle.pinecast.co This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

S4E11 - Connecting With Our Ancestors Recording Date: November 1, 2021 Transcript: Download transcript here Keywords: Day of the Dead, Dia de La Muerta, All Saints' Day, All Souls' Day, honoring our ancestors, family traditions, Summary: Tracy Lapreziosa leads a meditation honoring our ancestors, and explores the traditions we have for honoring our ancestors. Topical Index: Introduction [00:00] Guidance from eh children in our lives [02:17] Visiting cemeteries [04:04] All Saints' Day [04:38] Dia de los Muertos (Day of ten Dead) [05:18] Day of the Dead history [07:09] Symbols of memories[ 08:30] Meditation for honoring our ancestors [11:51] Closing [20:45] Notes go here Find out more at https://networks-healing-circle.pinecast.co This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

S4E10 - Grounding to Be Our Best Recording Date: October 4, 2021 Transcript: Download transcript here Keywords: Fall, harvest, wu sing, season of metal season of lungs, slowing down, meditation, breathing exercises, holistic practices, gaining balance, embryonic breathing, Tien Di Shen Gong, heaven and earth spirit practice, guided meditation Summary: Jeremy Duke shares strategies for coping with the stress we have all experienced over the past year, "Grounding to Be Our Best". Topical Index: Introduction [00:00] Fall season of harvest [01:02] Seasons of stress [02:02] WuXing - five phases or five elements [03:16] -- Season of metal (Lungs) -- Earth Element Finding our center [4:37] Breathing exercise [06:11] Embryonic breathing [08:10] Grounding exercise [13:24] Tien Di Shen Gong [16:33] Closing [22:11] Find out more at https://networks-healing-circle.pinecast.co This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

Episode 4:09: Labor Day Musings Recording Date: September 6, 2021 Transcript: Download available here - https://bit.ly/3m4AElm Keywords: Labor Day, haymarket, origins of Labor Day, Reflection – what we do, Questions for reflection, commitment to what we do, guided reflection, Episode summary introduction: Today's reflection explores the meaning and origins of the US holiday Labor Day. We are also asked to reflect on the “work” we do, why we do it, and our commitment to all we do. Topical Index: Introduction [00:00] Origins of Healing Circle calls [00:17] Origins / Meaning of Labor Day [01:58] Struggles of the Labor Movement in US [04:36] Importance of understanding the history of events [07:40] Five Questions [08:12] What do you do [09:35] Who benefits from what you do [10:56] How do they benefit? [11:53] What if you weren't there? [12:56] If you thought of these things each day, what would be the impact? [14:16] Incredible opportunities [16:00] Edison Quote [16:50] Closing [18:37] Subscribe to our podcast. Find out more at https://networks-healing-circle.pinecast.co This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

Episode 4:08: A Summer Meditation Recording Date: August 2, 2021 Transcript: Download available here - https://bit.ly/3yoYGfQ Keywords: summer meditation, reflection, self-reflection, reflecting on joy, guided meditation, visiualization, breathing exercise Episode summary introduction: Today's meditation asks us to reflect on our summer, finding it's joy. This is followed by a guided meditation helping us visualize our possibilities. Topical Index: Introduction [00:18] Summer in Pennsylvania [01:39] Reflection – one thing we can do more [02:40] Reflection - One thing that brings you joy [03:35] Guided meditation [04:40] Journal [12:31] Closing [14:00] Outro [16:33] Subscribe to our podcast. Find out more at https://networks-healing-circle.pinecast.co This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

Episode 4:07: Finding Your Fireworks Recording Date: July 5, 2021   Transcript: Download available here - https://bit.ly/3BOWSwT   Keywords: fireworks, July 4th, celebrating independence, celebrating freedom, whose freedom, what is Independence Day,    Episode summary introduction: A look at the July 4th celebration, and the differing perspective of this holiday depending on from whose perspective you are looking. Learning to celebrate who we truly are.   Topical Index: Introduction [00:18]  Celebration of freedom [03:29] Childhood memories [05:20]  Celebration not shared by all [08:45] Native Hawaiian perspective [09:38] Whose independence? [11:06] Veteran's perspective [14:00] Women's perspective [15:38] What are we celebrating [16:17] Closing [18:32]    Subscribe to our podcast.     Find out more at https://networks-healing-circle.pinecast.co This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

S4, Ep06: June Meditations Recording Date: June 7, 2021   Transcript: Download available here - https://bit.ly/3CRxesL   Keywords: relaxing, summer, meditation, body scan, calming,    Episode summary introduction: It is a new month and new season. Summer has just begun. Jen Williams invites listeners to focus on healing light and energy to relax their mind and body in this brief meditation.    Topical Index: Introduction [0:23]  Beginning of Summer [0:47] Envisioning Your Environment [2:40]  Light, Healing, Relaxation [13:27] Closing [19:33]    Subscribe to our podcast.     Find out more at https://networks-healing-circle.pinecast.co This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

Episode 4:5 - Breathe… Subtitle: Jeremy Helps Us Breathe…    Recording Date: May 3, 2021   Transcript: Download available here: https://bit.ly/3BN7JHt   Keywords: breathing, mindfulness, relaxation, acceptance, gratitude, acupuncture   Episode summary introduction: Jeremy invites listeners to participate in breathing exercises centered around mindfulness and acceptance.     Topical Index: Introduction [0:23]  Don't get stuck [2:41] Breathwork [4:24]  Acupressure and Nei Guan [12:08] Closing [17:39]    Subscribe to our podcast. Find out more at https://networks-healing-circle.pinecast.co This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

Episode 4:4 - What's In Your Backpack? Recording Date: April 5, 2021 Transcript:  Download available here: https://bit.ly/32Sz8u7   Keywords: Visualization, Letting Go, Calm, Relax, Mindfulness, Wellness   Episode summary introduction:  What's in your backpack? Are you carrying all of your fears, worries and anxieties around with you? Listen to Tracy Lapreziosa as she guides listeners through a visualization exercise all about letting go of the heavy stuff and making space for moving forward.   Topical Index:  Introduction [0:22] A Year Ago [0:56] Weight of the world [2:13] What's in your backpack? [4:37] ·      Link to book, The Path of the Dreamhealer: https://www.amazon.com/Path-Dreamhealer-Adam-McLeod-ebook/dp/B004478FVG What are you leaving behind? [6:40] Stones and bricks [8:54] Release [9:43] Universal energy [12:54] Gratitude [14:28] Closing [16:31] Subscribe to our podcast.   Find out more at https://networks-healing-circle.pinecast.co This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

Episode 4:3 - Packing Our Suitcases Recording Date: March 1, 2021 Transcript:  Download available here: https://bit.ly/32Sz8u7   Keywords: Meditation, Guided Meditation, Visualization, Imagination, Letting Go   Episode summary introduction:  Do you feel like you are carrying emotional baggage around with you in your daily life? Jeremy Duke guides listeners through a visualization exercise where you learn to pack up and let go what does not serve you – and to keep the things you want more of in your life.    Topical Index:   Introduction [00:00] What Are Your Tools? [2:16] Just Breathe [4:37] Imagine [6:38] Suitcase Meditation Begins [9:31] Bag of the Past [10:25]  Bag of the Future [15:15] Letting Go [17:44] Closing [19:58] Subscribe to our podcast. Find out more at https://networks-healing-circle.pinecast.co This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

S4E2: February Musings Recording Date: February 1, 2021 Transcript: Download available here: https://bit.ly/32Sz8u7   Keywords: February, St. Brigid's Day, Imbolc, Imbolg, National Freedom Day, Groundhog Day, Presidents' Day, Valentines Day, Winter, Spring   Episode summary:  February may be the shortest month of the year, but what it lacks in calendar days, it makes up in its numerous celebrations and holidays. Rosa McAllister from Networks' shares insights and information about the various and significant holidays people may celebrate in February.    Topical Index: Introduction [00:00] Snow Days in February [1:22] St. Brigid's Day/Imbolc [3:22] National Freedom Day [6:11] Shining the Light [7:55] February Birthdays [8:54]  Groundhog Day [11:03] Valentine's Day [12:14]  Presidents' Day [13:40] What is Your Light [14:54] What Are Your Freedoms? [17:12] How Do You Show Love? [17:51] Closing [19:48] Subscribe to Our Podcast Find out more at https://networks-healing-circle.pinecast.co This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

S4E1: Poetry to Open a New Year Recording Date: January 4, 2020  Transcript: Download available here: https://bit.ly/32Sz8u7   Keywords: 2021, New Year, Change, Poetry, Poems, Inner peace, intentions, grounding, meditation,    Episode summary introduction:  Sometimes when we do not have the words ourselves, we turn to words of those before us to guide us, to help center us, and to find meaning as the world changes. In this episode, Jessica Stover from Networks' provides a reading of various poems meant to guide and center you as we begin a new year.   Topical Index: Introduction [00:00] Reading of the “The Passing of the Year” by Robert W. Service [2:18] Link to poem: https://poets.org/poem/passing-year Reading of “Everything is Free” by George Elliott Clarke [5:56] Link to poem: https://www.poetryfoundation.org/poems/46205/everything-is-free Reading of “For Calling the Spirit Back from Wandering the Earth in Its Human Feet” by Joy Harjo [7:04] Link to poem: https://poets.org/poem/calling-spirit-back-wandering-earth-its-human-feet Closing [11:15]  Subscribe to Our Podcast Find out more at https://networks-healing-circle.pinecast.co This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

S3E14: Transformations Recording Date: December 3, 2020 Transcript: Download available here: https://bit.ly/32Sz8u7 Keywords: transformation, change, visualization, mindfulness, breathing, body scan, seasons, traditions, letting go, Yi Quan Episode summary introduction: Change is constant. Like all processes in nature, nothing is permanent. Listen as Jeremy Duke from Networks for Training and Development, Inc. invites listeners to look inward and analyze their internal transformation through deep breathing and visualization exercise. Topical Index: Introduction [00:00] Grounding [1:21] Smiling [4:23] Transformation [7:48] Aligning with Nature [13:28] Forest/Woods Visualization [14:54] Closing [20:40] Subscribe to Our Podcast Find out more at https://networks-healing-circle.pinecast.co This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

S3E13: Gratitude Meditation Recording Date: November 2, 2020 Transcript: Download available here: https://bit.ly/32Sz8u7 Keywords: gratitude, gratitude meditation, meditation, change, body scan, love, compassion, empathy, forgiveness Episode summary introduction: With all that has happened this year, it is important to take a step back, take a deep breath and acknowledge all the things we are grateful for this year. Jen Williams guides listeners through a brief meditation on gratitude, building our resiliency muscles along the way. Topical Index: Introduction [00:00] “ABCs”: [1:22] Work within and with others [2:25] Gratitude Meditation [4:46] Closing [12:05] Subscribe to Our Podcast Find out more at https://networks-healing-circle.pinecast.co This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

S3E12: _Celebrating Labor Day Recording Date: September 7, 2020 Transcript: Download available here: https://bit.ly/32Sz8u7 Keywords: Labor Day, summer, America, labor unions, workers, rights, peace, empathy Episode introduction: Labor Day typically marks the end of summer and many people choose Labor Day weekend to come together and celebrate with their families. Rosa McAllister from Networks for Training and Development, Inc. invites listeners to take a moment to celebrate and acknowledge the history and importance of Labor Day in the United States of America. Topical Index: Introduction [00:00] History of Labor Day [2:13] New School Year [4:13] Changes in 2020 [5:03] Honoring Work and Workers [7:57] Closing [10:38] Find out more at https://networks-healing-circle.pinecast.co This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

S3-Episode 11: Taking a Summer Walk Recording Date: August 3, 2020 Transcript: Download available here: https://bit.ly/32Sz8u7 Keywords: mindfulness, summer, Susquehanna River, nature, clearing the mind, peace, calm Episode summary: Take a walk with Kim Riegel from Networks for Training and Development, Inc as she leads listeners through a mindfulness walking meditation. Feel and notice all that is around you as you become aware of all your senses during this exercise. Topical Index: Introduction [00:00] What do you feel? [1:50] What do you see? [6:48] What do you smell? [08:15] What do you hear? [9:08] Pause and Reflect [10:46] Enjoying the Journey [11:34] Subscribe to my podcast Find out more at https://networks-healing-circle.pinecast.co This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

S3E10: As the Maui Ocean Washes Over Us… Recording Date: July 6, 2020 Transcript: Download available here: https://bit.ly/32Sz8u7 Keywords: the beach and ocean, living in Hawaii, dreaming, achieving dreams, realizing dreams, the future, change, the beach, the ocean Episode summary: Rosa McAllister share the dream and vision she and her husband had for being in Hawaii. Rosa challenges us to dream and believe in the futures we want for ourselves, while sharing how she and Mike made their dream a reality. Rosa also shares her wish for the future. Topical Index: Introduction [00:00] At the Beach [01:01] We All Can Dream [05:04] Believing and Dreaming [05:31] Realizing My Dream of Being in Hawaii [06:05] Looking Toward the Future [10:45] A Wish For Your Future [13:46] Subscribe to our podcast Find out more at https://networks-healing-circle.pinecast.co This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

S3 Ep9: Change is Gonna Come Recording Date: June 15, 2020 Transcript: Download available here: https://bit.ly/30vouXj Keywords: Racial Injustice, Progress, Social Change, Maya Angelou, Caged Bird, Change is Gonna Come, Sam Cooke Episode summary: The nation is currently going through a period of massive social and civil unrest in response to the tragic death of Minneapolis resident, George Floyd on May 26, 2020. In this episode, Healing Circle callers are invited to reflect on current events as Shauna Roman, Executive Director at Networks for Training and Development, Inc., shares one of her favorite poems, “Caged Bird” by Maya Angelou with listeners. Topical Index: Introduction [00:09] Take deep breaths [0:34] Reading of “Caged Bird” by Maya Angelou [2:44] https://www.poetryfoundation.org/poems/48989/caged-bird Moment of Silence for George Floyd [4:31] Closing [14:39] “A Change is Gonna Come” by Sam Cooke [15:09] https://youtu.be/wEBlaMOmKV4 Subscribe to our podcast Find out more at https://networks-healing-circle.pinecast.co This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

S3 Ep8: “Seeing the Elephant” Recording Date: June 1, 2020 Transcript: Download available here: https://bit.ly/3eOGxwG Keywords: Guided Meditation, Love, Kindness, Peace, Harmony, Perspectives Episode summary: In this episode, Rebecca shares a parable called “The Blind Men and The Elephant” and leads listeners through a short guided meditation focused on sharing love and kindness. Topical Index: Introduction [00:09] “The Blind Men and the Elephant” [0:22] Love and Kindness Guided Meditation [3:17] Closing [9:50] Subscribe to our podcast Find out more at https://networks-healing-circle.pinecast.co This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

Season 3 - Episode 7: Manifesting Your Dreams Recording Date: May 18, 2020 Transcript: Download available here: https://bit.ly/30tb7IK Keywords: Manifestation, Manifesting, Universe, Mindfulness, Feeling Grounded, Awareness Episode introduction: In this episode, Rosa shares strategies that have helped her becoming a “Manifesting Ninja”. Follow along with her 12-step process to learn how you can manifest your dreams and make them come true! Topical Index: Introduction [00:09] “Manifesting Ninja” [1:56] Rosa's “Shero” [5:38] Deepak Chopra [6:28] https://www.deepakchopra.com/ Sara Prout, Adventures in Manifesting [7:27] https://sarahprout.com/ Wayne Dyer [7:56] https://www.drwaynedyer.com/ Gabby Bernstein [8:25] https://gabbybernstein.com/ Gabby's Three Basic Do's and Don'ts of Manifesting [10:09] Rosa's Twelve Steps to Manifesting [11:17] Rosa's Favorite Manifesting Quotes [23:46] Closing [24:40] Subscribe to out podcast Subscribe to my podcast Find out more at https://networks-healing-circle.pinecast.co This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

Season 3 - Episode 6: Stretching Our Emotions Out with Tracy Recording Date: May 4, 2020 Transcript: Download available here: https://bit.ly/2XSZhWA Keywords: Self-Care, Stress Relief, Myofascial Release, Myofascial Unwinding, Relaxation, Deep Breathing, Mindfulness _Episode introduction:_In this episode, Tracy leads listeners through an exercise to help relieve stress and tension that our bodies may be holding onto. Topical Index: Introduction [00:09] Principles of Myofascial Release [2:14] Exercise Begins, Scanning Body, Releasing Tension [3:24] Gratitude [20:28] Peace [21:45] Closing [23:31] Subscribe to my podcast Find out more at https://networks-healing-circle.pinecast.co This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

Season 3 - Episode 5: Rosa's Top 15 Things to Care for Ourselves Recording Date: April 20, 2020 Transcript: Download available here: https://bit.ly/3b4Cfzd Keywords: Self-care, self-care strategies, relaxation, positive thinking, gratitude Episode summary: In this episode, Rosa shares her top 15 strategies to take care of yourself during uncertain times. Topical Index: Introduction [00:09] How the Healing Circle Calls came to be [2:28] Rosa's top 15 self-care strategies [4:25] Breathe Big Love activity [25:00] Closing [28:20] Subscribe to our podcast Find out more at https://networks-healing-circle.pinecast.co This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

Season 3 - Episode 4: Finding Strawberries Amidst the Tigers Recording Date: April 6, 2020 Transcript: Download available here: https://bit.ly/2yvkM5V Keywords: Self Care, Anxiety, Pema Chödrön, Gratitude, Perspective, Facing Tigers Episode summary: In this episode, Rebecca shares a Zen Tale from Pema Chödrön and leads listeners through a guided meditation. Topical Index: Introduction [00:09] Pema Chödrön reading ("Tigers Above; Tigers Below") [0:49] https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/27306/comfortable-with-uncertainty-by-pema-chodron/ Rebecca's interpretation [1:44] Finding strawberries in real life [3:26] Sensory anchors [5:46] -- What do you feel? [6:32] -- What do you hear? [10:13] -- What do you see? [13:15] Closing [14:27] Subscribe to our podcast Find out more at https://networks-healing-circle.pinecast.co This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

Season 3 - Episode 3: Breathing Through Our Challenging Times – 3/16/2020 Recording Date: March 16, 2020 Transcript: Download available here: https://bit.ly/3b1HqRo Keywords: Facing Fear, Coping during challenging times, coping, fear, Love Serve Community, Dr. Lindsay Jernigan, Fr. Michael Graham, S.J., Prayer for Uncertain Times, The Choice for Love, breathing exercises, healing circle, Networks' healing circle Episode summary: In this episode, we share our plan to increase the frequency of our Healing Circle calls in response to the fear and uncertainty we see around us during Covid-19. In this episode Rosa shares five readings / meditations that she is finding helpful during these challenging times. Topical Index: Introduction [00:09] Healing Calls Explanation [00:52] In Response to the Fear We See [02:14] Our Agenda for Today [03:48] The Choice for Love [04:25] https://www.facebook.com/babaramdass/photos/a.173194809379259/3079931968705514/?type=3&theater Breathing Exercise [05:23] A Prayer for Uncertain Times – Xavier University [06:06] https://www.xavier.edu/jesuitresource/online-resources/prayer-index/coronavirus-prayers Breathing Exercise [07:16] Dr. Lindsay Jernigan reading [08:05] https://www.kootenaivalleytimes.com/boundary/a-quote-on-current-conditions-to-read-daily/article_b8f82b42-72aa-11ea-9ff6-f3e14547fa87.html Breathing Exercise [08:50] Sharing from a Friend [09:13] Breathing Exercise [14:00] Unknown Quote [14:38] Closing [15:18] Subscribe to our podcast Find out more at https://networks-healing-circle.pinecast.co This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

Season 3 - Episode 2: Simple Self-Care Strategies Recording Date: March 2, 2020 Transcript: Download available here: https://bit.ly/3cxySlx Keywords: Self-care, mindfulness, relaxation, meditation, positivity, stress relief Episode summary: In this episode, Jessica a variety of self-care strategies for listeners to add to their own self-care practice. Topical Index: Introduction [00:09] World events and feeling stressed [0:34] Reminder to slow down [1:31] Sharing self-care tips [3:09] Mindfulness is medicine [15:12] Closing [15:52] Subscribe to our podcast Find out more at https://networks-healing-circle.pinecast.co This podcast is powered by Pinecast.