Women’s Circle Podcast

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Reclaim the art of connection. Do you feel a void of meaningful community in your life? Do you long to be in a vibrant, supportive sisterhood? Women’s Circle connects women and creates community through reflection, meditation, song, and ritual. Join host, Leila Strong, twice a month to explore heartfelt topics that will help forge lasting bonds with the women around you. LGBTQIA+

Leila Strong


    • Mar 27, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
    • every other week NEW EPISODES
    • 22m AVG DURATION
    • 32 EPISODES


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    32. It's Safe to Relax

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2025 21:49


    Join host, Leila Strong, as she offers guidance for living a more deeply relaxed life.    Resources: Episode PDF: A free reference for the content and structure of the first 10 monthly Circle Topic shared on the Podcast   Leila's Soundcloud: original and covered songs for Circle    Subscribe to Emails: http://eepurl.com/iSCKMo   Contact Leila:  Website: leilastrong.com Instagram at womenscirclepodcast  Email: womenscirclepodcast@gmail.com 

    31. Past Self (circle topic)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2025 15:03


    Join host Leila Strong to explore our past self and how who we once we can inform who we are today.    Episode PDF: A free reference for the content and structure of the first 10 monthly Circle Topic shared on the Podcast   Leila's Soundcloud: original and covered songs for Circle    Subscribe to Emails: http://eepurl.com/iSCKMo   Contact Leila:  Website: leilastrong.com Instagram at womenscirclepodcast  Email: womenscirclepodcast@gmail.com 

    30. Lessons from the Late Winter Garden

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2025 14:45


    I am a long time student of the garden. I've tended everything from acres of lavender, to a sliver of flowers in wine country, to my current teeny tiny container garden outside my apartment building. Regardless of the size, the garden has lessons for me in each season. Join host, Leila Strong, to learn from the garden.    Resources: Episode PDF: A free reference for the content and structure of the first 10 monthly Circle Topic shared on the Podcast   Leila's Soundcloud: original and covered songs for Circle    Subscribe to Emails: http://eepurl.com/iSCKMo   Contact Leila:  Website: leilastrong.com Instagram at womenscirclepodcast  Email: womenscirclepodcast@gmail.com   

    29. Spring Women's Retreat - You're Invited

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2025 10:43


    Dear one, you are invited to gather for a weekend of connection on the beautiful shores of the Salish Sea in Western Washington. Join a group of mythic women to explore the rich themes of Springtime: renewal, growth, resilience, fertility of mind and spirit, and much more. We will use art, journaling, conversation, meditation, song, and movement to water the seeds of change required to live our most fulfilling lives. This retreat will leave you feeling well loved and well inspired. Please feel free to share this invitation with others! To Register, click here: Registration Form   Resources: Episode PDF: A free reference for the content and structure of the first 10 monthly Circle Topic shared on the Podcast   Leila's Soundcloud: original and covered songs for Circle    Subscribe to Emails: http://eepurl.com/iSCKMo   Contact Leila:  Website: leilastrong.com Instagram at womenscirclepodcast  Email: womenscirclepodcast@gmail.com 

    28. Courage (Circle Topic)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2025 20:36


    Join host, Leila Strong, to explore how to be Courageous in challenging times.    Resources: Episode PDF: A free reference for the content and structure of the first 10 monthly Circle Topic shared on the Podcast   Leila's Soundcloud: original and covered songs for Circle    Subscribe to Emails: http://eepurl.com/iSCKMo   Contact Leila:  Website: leilastrong.com Instagram at womenscirclepodcast  Email: womenscirclepodcast@gmail.com 

    27. Frequently Asked Questions

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2025 30:45


    Join host, Leila Strong, as she discusses some of the most common questions about Circle. How do I know when I'm ready to start a circle? Who should I invite? What if no ones comes? What if they come but they don't like it? How do I navigate conflict in circle?    Resources: Episode PDF: A free reference for the content and structure of the first 10 monthly Circle Topic shared on the Podcast   Leila's Soundcloud: original and covered songs for Circle    Subscribe to Emails: http://eepurl.com/iSCKMo   Contact Leila:  Website: leilastrong.com Instagram at womenscirclepodcast  Email: womenscirclepodcast@gmail.com 

    26. One Year Anniversary!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2024 11:29


    THANK YOU to all the listeners who have supported my first year in podcasting. It's been such a joy to create these episodes, share my experiences, and connect with women around the world who are creating circles.  Lots of love, Leila Strong    Resources: Episode PDF: A free reference for the content and structure of the first 10 monthly Circle Topic shared on the Podcast   Leila's Soundcloud: original and covered songs for Circle    Subscribe to Emails: http://eepurl.com/iSCKMo   Contact Leila:  Website: leilastrong.com Instagram at womenscirclepodcast  Email: womenscirclepodcast@gmail.com   

    25. Reflections On Hosting My First Retreat

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2024 27:53


    In this episode host, Leila Strong, shares about her experience hosting her first Women's Retreat. She breaks down the schedule and activities and reflects on her biggest take aways from the beautiful, transformative weekend.    Resources: Episode PDF: A free reference for the content and structure of the first 10 monthly Circle Topic shared on the Podcast   Leila's Soundcloud: original and covered songs for Circle    Subscribe to Emails: http://eepurl.com/iSCKMo   Contact Leila:  Website: leilastrong.com Instagram at womenscirclepodcast  Email: womenscirclepodcast@gmail.com   

    24. Gratitude (circle topic)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2024 13:10


    In episode 24, host Leila Strong offers several delightful activities to share in gratitude and shower love on the women in your circle. Cozy up and enjoy this end of the season episode.    Resources: Episode PDF: A free reference for the content and structure of the first 10 monthly Circle Topic shared on the Podcast   Leila's Soundcloud: original and covered songs for Circle    Subscribe to Emails: http://eepurl.com/iSCKMo   Contact Leila:  Website: leilastrong.com Instagram at womenscirclepodcast  Email: womenscirclepodcast@gmail.com     

    23. Seeking a Peaceful Heart Post Election

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2024 27:08


    Join host, Leila Strong, as she explores tools and mindsets to embrace post 2024 election. Seek peace, honor what is difficult, and move forward with an open heart.    Resources: Episode PDF: A free reference for the content and structure of the first 10 monthly Circle Topic shared on the Podcast   Leila's Soundcloud: original and covered songs for Circle    Subscribe to Emails: http://eepurl.com/iSCKMo   Contact Leila:  Website: leilastrong.com Instagram at womenscirclepodcast  Email: womenscirclepodcast@gmail.com   

    22. Hecate (circle topic)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2024 23:55


    Join host, Leila Strong, in building a relationship with the goddess of the crossroads, Hecate. Reflect and create art through the archetype of this powerful figure.    Resources: Episode PDF: A free reference for the content and structure of the first 10 monthly Circle Topic shared on the Podcast   Leila's Soundcloud: original and covered songs for Circle    Subscribe to Emails: http://eepurl.com/iSCKMo   Contact Leila:  Website: leilastrong.com Instagram at womenscirclepodcast  Email: womenscirclepodcast@gmail.com 

    21. Remembering the Dead (ritual)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2024 18:43


    Join host, Leila Strong, in a heartfelt discussion about how to honor the lives and memories of those have passed during this potent time of year. Through song, story telling, and community gathering we rekindle the memories of our loved ones and honor their lives.    Resources: Episode PDF: A free reference for the content and structure of the first 10 monthly Circle Topic shared on the Podcast   Leila's Soundcloud: original and covered songs for Circle    Subscribe to Emails: http://eepurl.com/iSCKMo   Contact Leila:  Website: leilastrong.com Instagram at womenscirclepodcast  Email: womenscirclepodcast@gmail.com 

    20. Willingness (circle topic)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 10, 2024 22:28


    What happens when we apply our will to something? Explore this question and more with host, Leila Strong.  The Sage and the Song Podcast with Britta GreenViolet    Resources: Episode PDF: A free reference for the content and structure of the first 10 monthly Circle Topic shared on the Podcast   Leila's Soundcloud: original and covered songs for Circle    Subscribe to Emails: http://eepurl.com/iSCKMo   Contact Leila:  Website: leilastrong.com Instagram at womenscirclepodcast  Email: womenscirclepodcast@gmail.com 

    19. Seasonal Reset

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2024 22:44


    Join host, Leila Strong, to explore how to do a seasonal reset for your heart, mind, and body through nourishing food, time in nature, and other beautiful practices.    Resources: Episode PDF: A free reference for the content and structure of each monthly Circle Topic    Leila's Soundcloud: original and covered songs for Circle    Subscribe to Emails: http://eepurl.com/iSCKMo   Contact Leila:  Website: leilastrong.com Instagram at womenscirclepodcast  Email: womenscirclepodcast@gmail.com   

    18. Obstacles (circle topic)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2024 16:03


    Join host, Leila Strong, to discuss building a relationship with obstacles. How and why we experience obstacles in our lives and what strengths we bring to face them.    Resources: Episode PDF: A free reference for the content and structure of each monthly Circle Topic    Leila's Soundcloud: original and covered songs for Circle    Subscribe to Emails: http://eepurl.com/iSCKMo   Contact Leila:  Website: leilastrong.com Instagram at womenscirclepodcast  Email: womenscirclepodcast@gmail.com 

    17. Divine Dialogue with Pepper Stephens

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2024 37:10


    Join host, Leila Strong, in a playful, inquisitive conversation with circle participant, Pepper Stephens. They dive into Pepper's personal practice of Divine Dialogue in which you connect to the higher self through writing, blending the elements of prayer, meditation, and self-reflection.    Resources: Episode PDF: A free reference for the content and structure of each monthly Circle Topic  Leila's Soundcloud: original and covered songs for Circle    Contact Leila:  Website: leilastrong.com Instagram at womenscirclepodcast  Email: womenscirclepodcast@gmail.com 

    16. Wildness (circle topic)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2024 23:09


    What does "wild" mean to you? Explore this rich topic of freedom, beauty, connection to nature, and creativity with host, Leila Strong.    Resources: Episode PDF: A free reference for the content and structure of each monthly Circle Topic  Leila's Soundcloud: original and covered songs for Circle    Contact Leila:  Website: leilastrong.com Instagram at womenscirclepodcast  Email: womenscirclepodcast@gmail.com     

    15. Connecting With Nature: Sit Spots

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2024 17:11


    In this episode, Leila Strong shares about the practice of Sit Spots as a way to engage deeply with the natural world.    Sit Spots Worksheet - Emerald Necklace Conservancy  The Peace of Wild Things - Wendell Berry    Resources: Episode PDF: A free reference for the content and structure of each monthly Circle Topic  Leila's Soundcloud: original and covered songs for Circle    Contact Leila:  Instagram at womenscirclepodcast  Email: womenscirclepodcast@gmail.com 

    14. Surrender (circle topic)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 4, 2024 13:12


    "Let go or be dragged" - The Pocket Coven Podcast. Have you ever had the experience of life seemingly dragging you through the mud when you just can't loosen your grip? In this episode, host Leila Strong, offers exercises and explorations of what it means to surrender expectations, ideas, and more.    I Release Control - Alexa Sunshine Rose   Resources: Episode PDF: A free reference for the content and structure of each monthly Circle Topic  Leila's Soundcloud: original and covered songs for Circle    Contact Leila:  Instagram at womenscirclepodcast  Email: womenscirclepodcast@gmail.com 

    13. Summer Solstice/Litha

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2024 18:57


    Happy Summer Solstice, listeners! Welcome to the season of abundance. In this episode, we discuss the many wonderful seasonal fruits and flowers that grace us during the summer and reflect on the lesson learned from our first half of 2024.    Resources: Episode PDF: A free reference for the content and structure of each monthly Circle Topic  Leila's Soundcloud: original and covered songs for Circle    Contact Leila:  Instagram at womenscirclepodcast  Email: womenscirclepodcast@gmail.com 

    12. Spring Cleaning (circle topic)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2024 21:31


    Spring Cleaning can take many forms: scrubbing down every inch of your home, donating all the clothes that don't fit anymore, or taking a clear assessment of your mental and emotional landscape and asking, what needs tending to and tidying up here? In this episode, host Leila Strong, explores ways of digging into what needs to be cleaned up in your life (aside from your physical spaces).    Resources: Episode PDF: A free reference for the content and structure of each monthly Circle Topic  Leila's Soundcloud: original and covered songs for Circle    Contact Leila:  Instagram at womenscirclepodcast  Email: womenscirclepodcast@gmail.com 

    11. Active Listening & Personal Growth with Tess D'Ambrosio

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2024 34:46


    In the very first Women's Circle Podcast interview, Leila Strong talks to a dedicated circle member, Tess D'Ambrosio. Leila and Tess cover topics such as active listening, personal growth, the impact of circle on our lives and community, and more.    Resources: Episode PDF: A free reference for the content and structure of each monthly Circle Topic  Leila's Soundcloud: original and covered songs for Circle    Contact Leila:  Instagram at womenscirclepodcast  Email: womenscirclepodcast@gmail.com 

    10. House Blessing (ritual)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2024 23:03


    In this episode, learn a simple and heartfelt ritual for blessing your home. Whether you've just moved in or have been in your home for years, blessing your space is a beautiful way to connect!    Resources: Episode PDF: A free reference for the content and structure of each monthly Circle Topic  Leila's Soundcloud: original and covered songs for Circle    Contact Leila:  Instagram at womenscirclepodcast  Email: womenscirclepodcast@gmail.com   

    9. Water - Fluidity and Resourcing (Circle Topic)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2024 15:18


    In Episode 9 of the Women's Circle Podcast host, Leila Strong, shares refections on the lessons that water offers us. Explore the teaching of fluidity and masterful resourcing by observing the way of water.      Resources: Ocean Lullaby by Tyler Strong  Episode PDF: A free reference for the content and structure of each monthly Circle Topic  Leila's Soundcloud: original and covered songs for Circle    Contact Leila:  Instagram at womenscirclepodcast  Email: womenscirclepodcast@gmail.com 

    8. Grounded Leadership

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 29, 2024 34:54


    Host, Leila Strong, shares her experience of developing her own sense of leadership and facilitation skills, and offers tools for self exploration.    Resources: Episode PDF: A free reference for the content and structure of each monthly Circle Topic  Leila's Soundcloud: original and covered songs for Circle    Contact Leila:  Instagram at womenscirclepodcast  Email: womenscirclepodcast@gmail.com 

    7. Pleasure (Circle Topic)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2024 20:47


    In this week's episode, host Leila Strong explores the definition of pleasure, how and where it appears in daily life, and how to cultivate it. Explore pleasure through a five senses meditation that will connect the listener to their body.    Resources: Episode PDF: A free reference for the content and structure of each monthly Circle Topic  Leila's Soundcloud: original and covered songs for Circle    Contact Leila:  Instagram at womenscirclepodcast  Email: womenscirclepodcast@gmail.com 

    6: Imbolc (ritual)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 1, 2024 32:29


    Blessed Imbolc, beloveds! In this episode, Leila offers severals way to celebrate this ancient holy-day. Honor the midway point between winter and spring through water ritual, cleansing, cold plunging, and reflecting.    Resources: What to Remember When Waking - David Whyte  Eastern Sun - Ayla Nereo Episode PDF: A free reference for the content and structure of each monthly Circle Topic  Leila's Soundcloud: original and covered songs for Circle    Contact Leila:  Instagram at womenscirclepodcast  Email: womenscirclepodcast@gmail.com 

    5. Hybernation (Circle Topic)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 18, 2024 26:53


    Get cozy and slow down with these activities and tools for creating more space during the winter season for rest, contemplation, and nourishment. In the episode we explore mindful eating, list making for prioritization of rest, and art as a form of actualization.  Resources: Mindful Eating: learn more about this playful and transformative practice Episode PDF: A free reference for the content and structure of each monthly Circle Topic  Leila's Soundcloud: original and covered songs for Circle    Contact Leila:  Instagram at womenscirclepodcast  Email: womenscirclepodcast@gmail.com 

    4. Gentle January: Creating a Soft New Year

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 4, 2024 21:34


    Begin the New Year gently with reflective activities, time spent in nature, and creative endeavors. Host, Leila Strong, explores what it means to greet the New Year with softness.  Resources: Personal Values Card Sort Episode PDF: A free reference for the content and structure of each monthly Circle Topic  Leila's Soundcloud: original and covered songs for Circle    Contact Leila:  Instagram at womenscirclepodcast  Email: womenscirclepodcast@gmail.com 

    3. Belonging (Circle Topic)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 21, 2023 17:56


    In this thought-provoking episode, Leila Strong delves into the intricate concept of belonging. Unpacking the layers of connection, she explores the essence of true belonging and its impact on our lives.  Resources: Episode PDF: A free reference for the content and structure of each monthly Circle Topic  For Belonging - John O'Donohue  Leila's Soundcloud: original and covered songs for Circle    Contact Leila:  Instagram at womenscirclepodcast  Email: womenscirclepodcast@gmail.com   

    2. How to Run a Women's Circle

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 21, 2023 41:22


    Join host, Leila Strong, as she dives into the intriguing journey of creating and running a Women's Circle. Get practical tips, explore the nuances of structure, and answer all of your questions about how to start and run your own Women's Circle.  Resources: Episode PDF: A free reference for the content and structure of each monthly Circle Topic  Leila's Soundcloud: original and covered songs for Circle    Contact Leila:  Instagram at womenscirclepodcast  Email: womenscirclepodcast@gmail.com 

    1. Initiating Magic: Embarking on the Women's Circle Journey

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 21, 2023 24:49


    Welcome to the Women's Circle Podcast with Leila Strong. In this inaugural episode, Leila shares her journey as a women's circle host, highlighting the transformative power of these gatherings. Explore sacred spaces for connection, vulnerability, and growth. Leila invites curious hearts to embark on the magic-making journey. Join Leila in fostering sisterhood and meaningful connections.  Resources: Episode PDF: A free reference for the content and structure of each monthly Circle Topic  Leila's Soundcloud: original and covered songs for Circle    Contact Leila:  Instagram at womenscirclepodcast  Email: womenscirclepodcast@gmail.com   

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