Podcasts about let your life speak

In this introspective episode, Jackie invites listeners to explore a foundational question: What is your native way of being in the world? Rather than diving straight into behavior or belief, she challenges us to uncover our truest self—our Imago Dei—before the world told us who we should be.She introduces the concept of a rule of life, not as a rigid list of dos and don'ts, but as a gentle structure or trellis that supports spiritual growth rooted in who we truly are. Drawing from ancient Christian practices, the Desert Mothers and Fathers, the Rule of St. Benedict, and modern voices like John Mark Comer and Parker Palmer, Jackie suggests that a life of flourishing begins with reclaiming our birthright self.Jackie shares her own journey, reflecting that her native way of being is captured in the word WITH—a value that has shown up across her life in relationships, presence, and ministry. She encourages listeners to consider what has always been true about themselves, especially before the pressures of performance, ego, or cultural roles set in.This episode blends spiritual reflection with practical tools, offering questions for personal discovery and inviting listeners to create a rule of life rooted in their truest identity, not their striving. It's an empowering reminder that we aren't here to manufacture a holy life but to live from the goodness already woven into us.Links for the episodeJohn Mark Comer, https://www.practicingtheway.org/Parker Palmer, Let Your Life Speak https://www.amazon.com/Let-Your-Life-Speak-Listening/dp/0787947350Three Questions: Take a moment to think about who you were before the world told you who you should be. What do you think is your native way of being—who you've always been at your core? If you were exactly the same person you were at age 7—but grown—what would still be true about you? What's stayed unchanged about how you move through the world? Take a breath and think of a moment when you felt most yourself. Not performing. Not proving. Just present. What did that version of you feel like?

S7E7 Middle school is a time of tremendous growth, discovery, and transition. An exciting yet challenging period when young people begin to define who they are beyond their families. For parents and educators alike, finding the right balance between support and independence makes the middle school years both rewarding and complex. Alisha Fisher, the new Head of Middle School at Lovett, shares her vision for cultivating a vibrant middle school on this season finale of Living Lovett, hosted by Jessica Sant, Lovett's Chief Engagement Officer. Living Lovett is an award nominated podcast, available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast app. Visit The Lovett School website Lovett.org for more information. Lovett is on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn. Questions? Comments? Episode suggestions? We'd love to hear from you! Email host Jessica Sant.

Let Your Life Speak – We are in a series of scriptures and sermons under the theme, “Who is calling you?,” that will take us to Lent. Today's scripture reading is the story in Luke of Jesus in the synagogue in his hometown of Nazareth having been handed the Isaiah scroll, reading from it the passage that tells of God's mission for Isaiah, and then Jesus declares that today that scripture has been fulfilled today in him. Rev. Shannon Baxter, our Minister of Congregational Connection, delivered the sermon and focused on our finding our own vocation – what role we are meant to play in God's world. This story in Luke comes after the baptism of Jesus and after his wandering in the wilderness. Many of us, too, were baptized as infants and then spent time wandering, searching for our vocational paths. Shannon reminds us that the ritual words of our baptism express our adoption into God's creation, and that with the spirit/breath of God in us we are each called to our role in God's creation from God's voice within ourselves through our spiritual connection. We are, in every case, called to love God and our neighbor.

Rob HallJanuary 19, 2025Matthew 5:13-16The Jesus Way: Journeying Through the Sermon on the Mountwww.newnorth.church

Send us a textWe wrap up our Parable series on this episode of More Than One Way. A seemingly simple one verse story holds much to discuss. What is it for you that is worth giving up everything else to possess?  How does this description of the Kingdom of Heaven affect your day to day search? As with each of the other parables discussed, the pearl of great price invites the reader / listener to journey inward to uncover the deeper meaning. Resources mentioned:Let Your Life Speak by Parker PalmerContact Us: Email | Instagram | Facebook | Web Presented by: The Center for Spiritual PracticeCreative Team: Nathan Tipton, Christibeth Paul, Thom Rasnick, Kerry Ruff, Paul Ruff, Shay Boswell, and Whitney RossOriginal Music composed by: Paul Ruff

We're in the middle of the winter season here in Aotearoa New Zealand right now, but have you ever gone through a time in life that felt like a winter? They can arrive following a death, a job loss, a disappointment, as a result of something else or out of nowhere! Everyone will experience times like these, so whether you're in a winter now or not, we made this episode for you. In this episode of Sunday Sanctuary, Petra is joined by three guests. Up first is Horowhenua based GP and poet Glenn Colquhoun. Next, Petra talks to spiritual director Margaret Tooley. Lastly (and most excitingly for Petra), she talks to Australian cartoonist, poet and author Michael Leunig. Haere mai! Join us for an exploration of life's winters, what we can do about them, and what we can learn by "getting out into them". Sacred text: An edited passage from Let Your Life Speak by Parker Palmer Featured music: Mr Sun by Greentea Peng A Forest by The Cure (played during scared text) Fold by Jose Gonzalez (played during scared text) Innerspace by The Apples in Stereo (played during scared text) Turn! Turn! Turn! by The Byrds Zionsville by Khruangbin (played at end of episode) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the 76th episode of the What is a Good Life? podcast, I am delighted to introduce our guest, Parker J. Palmer. Parker is a writer, speaker, and activist who focuses on issues in education, community, leadership, spirituality, and social change. He is the founder and Senior Partner Emeritus of the Center for Courage & Renewal. He holds a PhD in sociology from the University of California at Berkeley, fourteen honorary doctorates, two Distinguished Achievement Awards from the National Educational Press Association, and an Award of Excellence from the Associated Church Press. He is the author of ten books—including several award-winning titles—that have sold over two million copies and been translated into twelve languages. Among them is Let Your Life Speak, which is comfortably the best book I've read about vocation and purpose.In this glorious conversation, Parker shares his journey of conversing with and listening to life, revealing more of his natural self in the process, his gifts and limitations, choosing the less conventional path, and ultimately guiding him to a life of vocation. He shares his experiences of depression, the significance of coming down to the ground, prioritising being real over being noble, and the need for silence and settling our minds for listening to life and for clarity.This episode offers much wisdom to contemplate and is filled with experiences, anecdotes, and realisations that will present you with many invitations to explore life differently. Parker has a really unique take on finding vocation and purpose and practical ways to track and follow life.Subscribe for weekly episodes, every Tuesday, and check out my YouTube channel (link below) for clips and shorts.For further content and information check out the following:Center for Courage & Renewal: https://couragerenewal.org/Parker's books: https://couragerenewal.org/resource-types/book/Parker's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/parkerjpalmer/- For the podcast's YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com/@whatisagoodlife/videos- My newsletter: https://www.whatisagood.life/- My LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-mccartney-14b0161b4/Contact me at mark@whatisagood.life if you'd like to further explore your own lines of self-inquiry or create experiences that lead to more connecting and genuine conversations amongst groups of people.02:45 Interview beings03:15 Listening to your life 09:15 Acknowledging who you are at different times12:15 The refuge of writing15:45 The conversation with life can change daily19:29 The role of silence and listening in a good life23:45 The significance of getting real over being noble32:55 Living in a quaker community and radical equality38:15 Following his vocation and living a good life44:35 Helping each other down to the ground47:45 Getting real with ourselves53:45 Using our limitations as a guide1:00:45 Experiences of depression 1:05:15 What is a good life for Parker?

Jordan Nahmias shares his journey from law school to lawyer to know coaching others on how to change careers at Unstuck Consulting. He discusses his dissatisfaction with his law career and the moment he realized he needed a change. Jordan talks about the fear and terror he experienced when deciding to leave his law practice and the support he received from his family and friends during his career transition from being a lawyer to becoming a coach and therapist. He shares his passion for helping people and his ability to listen and understand others.About Jordan Nahmias:Jordan Nahmias is Founder and Principal at Unstuck Consulting Inc. At Unstuck Consulting, he helps lawyers and other professionals find purpose in their careers through coaching.Before starting Unstuck, Jordan was a lawyer working at Goldenberg Nahmias LLP, Hall Webber LLP, and his own law firm, Nahmias Law Professional Corporation.Jordan studied law at the University of Toronto and the University of Hong Kong, earning his Juris Doctor in 2008. He also has a B.A. in Philosophy from Huron University.In this episode, we discuss:(01:34) - Jordan's journey growing up and his early career path(03:49) - His time after law school teaching yoga and doing legal work on the side(04:29) - Starting his own legal practice and focuses on film and TV work, growing the practice, and merging with another firm(05:19) - The decision to leave legal practice in 2021(06:30) - Reflecting on dissatisfaction with the legal profession from the beginning(08:52) - Realization that a drastic change in career was needed.(09:13) - COVID and having a child as critical factors that sped up the decision to leave law(10:00) - Impact of not bringing the best self home to the family(12:39) - Hitting the "wall" in a career similar to the scene in "The Truman Show"(14:43) - Feelings of terror and preparation involved in making a career change(16:45) - Fear of failure and responsibility in making the decision to change careers(18:15) - The privilege of being able to make such a change and the importance of a supportive network(20:47) - Feedback received during the transition and the importance of accepting one's feelings(24:11) - Explanation of the new career path in helping others navigate periods of stuckness(27:18) - Working with clients to help them navigate career changes and find satisfaction(30:51) - Insights from the keynote on doing scary things and the importance of facing fears(32:39) - Dealing with regret by practicing gratitude(34:13) - Emphasis on focusing on feelings and the person rather than rushing to solutions(39:10) - The role of habits and practices in helping people manage their careers and personal lives(41:13) - Using social media to connect with others and shared experiences(42:40) - What's next for his career and how people can get in touch with himFast Favorites:*

To access our conference library of 200+ fascinating psychology talks and interviews (with certification), please visit: https://twumembers.com. Dr. Parker Palmer is an American writer, educator, and activist who focuses on issues in education, community, leadership, spirituality and social change. He is the Founder of the nonprofit: The Centre for Courage and Renewal and the author of 10 popular books, including: A Hidden Wholeness, The Courage to Teach, an Undivided Life, and Let Your Life Speak, which this interview focuses on. Expect to learn: — The primary cause of burnout in modern society — The extent to which each of us arrive here with a nature and the importance of living in harmony with it — How to navigate the delicate balance between solitude and community life — Parker's thoughts on the purpose of human existence. And more. This was a hugely impactful conversation for me, and I think Parker might be one of the wisest individuals I've come into contact with. Hope you enjoy this one. --- Dr. Parker J. Palmer, born on February 28, 1939, in Chicago, Illinois, is a highly respected American author, educator, and activist. He has dedicated his life to exploring the integration of personal growth, education, spirituality, and social change. Parker's journey includes obtaining degrees in Sociology, teaching roles, and experiences in community organizing and adult education. His most notable contributions revolve around the concept of "The Courage to Teach," which emphasizes the importance of merging personal identity with professional practice in education. Palmer's books such as "The Courage to Teach," "The Hidden Wholeness," and "Let Your Life Speak" delve into themes of authenticity, community, and spirituality in daily life and work. Palmer's work extends beyond education, focusing on promoting dialogue, understanding differences, and advocating for social justice and compassionate leadership. His teachings emphasize deep listening, empathy, and creating spaces for genuine reflection and connection. Through his writings, teachings, and activism, Parker J. Palmer continues to inspire educators, leaders, and individuals striving for integrity and purpose in navigating today's complex world. --- Interview Links: — Dr Palmer's website - https://couragerenewal.org/parker-j-palmer/ — Dr Palmer's books - https://amzn.to/49WVR7X

Today we're continuing our conversations with people who have a lot of wisdom to offer when it comes to leaving rooms and finding new ones. My guest today is a writer, speaker and activist who focuses on issues in education, community, leadership, spirituality, and social change. He is the founder of the Center for Courage and Renewal and his name is Parker J. Palmer. He's the author of 10 books including one of my favorites, Let Your Life Speak. He's a member of the Religious Society of Friends, also known as the Quakers, and he lives together with his wife Sharon in Madison Wisconsin. I invited Parker on because his work has had a profound impact on my own personal formation and has helped to shape my own understanding of the human soul. I'm grateful he said yes to sitting in the room with me today. Listen in. LINKS + RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE: Center for Courage and Renewal Here are all of Parker Palmers books in one place The Growing Edge with Parker Palmer and Carrie Newcomer Order a How to Walk into a Room Order from your favorite bookseller below (or another one not listed): Barnes and Noble Amazon US Amazon CA Bookshop Books-A-Million Bookmarks (for personalized copies!) Subscribe to The Soul Minimalist on Substack Download the transcript

Well before vocation and calling developed their current popularity, Parker Palmer was recognized as one of the foremost scholars, authors, and speakers on the topic. In this conversation, he shares profound and honest answers about paying attention to our mistakes—along with our achievements—when describing our callings. Parker's commitment to the value of listening, to reflection in community, and to resisting easy answers emerges with humor and grace. His insights about what it means to be human offer listeners ways to think about life deeply and holistically. This conversation with the writer of Let Your Life Speak (and many other books on vocation and calling) emphasizes the importance of acknowledging both the shadow and light as we affirm our connectedness to each other. In his words, “we are all walking each other home.”

Kate McNally grew up in a mainstream Christian faith, where she could not find the connection to the divine that she sought. Her path took her through psychology, science, and the pursuit of a successful career, but ultimately, she found solace for her soul in the Quaker tradition. There she discovered a spiritual community and a stripped-down, simple way of following the basic commandment, “Love one another.” In this episode we learn about the Quaker faith, talk about her book, Quaker Quicks - A Simple Faith in a Complicated World, and explore the faith of Jesus rather than the faith about Jesus. Some of the things we discuss are: • Peace, equality, simplicity, truth/integrity are the four core testimonies (values put into action) • Ministry is where your great joy meets the world's needs • Every human can have a direct unmediated experience of the divine and every person/creature has a bit of God in them • Accountability, discernment and shared leadership • Curiosity about Jesus the human being • What “follow me” means (letting your life speak) • The ways many churches have missed the mark by glorifying themselves • The focus on Jesus's death versus life • A new refreshing definition of perfection • Trying to be perfect doesn't get us closer to God • How our strengths and weaknesses are inextricably linked • The impactful behind the scenes work of Quakers on the world stage A Simple Faith in a Complicated WorldL https://www.amazon.com/Quaker-Quicks-Complicated-Quakers-journey/dp/1803413034 Kate's blog: http://www.bravespaces.blog #quaker #followme #spiritualjourney #loveoneanother © the spiritual forum 2023

Hey Goal Digger, today we're diving into part 3 of The Personal Branding Series, and this is a big one! You want to make sure that the content you're putting out there attracts your ideal customer (aka avatar). Let's dive in! Highlights 00:31 Let's get started 01:09 Why people struggle with narrowing down their avatar 03:27 Discovering who your ideal avatar is 05:34 Understanding the psychographics of your avatar 08:14 How to attract your ideal avatar through your social media 09:42 Book recommendation: Let Your Life Speak by Parker Palmer Register for my 10X Your Productivity Workshop and download your workbook: https://bit.ly/10XProductivityWorkshop Host Bio: Kimberly Olson is a self-made multi-millionaire and the creator of The Goal Digger Girl, where she serves female entrepreneurs by teaching them simple systems and online strategies in sales and marketing. Through the power of social media, they are equipped to explode their online presence and get real results in their business, genuinely and authentically. She has two PhDs in Natural Health and Holistic Nutrition, has recently been recognized as the #2 recruiter in her current network marketing company globally, is the author of four books including best-sellers, The Goal Digger and Balance is B.S., has a top 25 rated podcast in marketing and travels nationally public speaking. She is a mom of two and teaches others how to follow their dreams, crush their goals and create the life they've always wanted. Check out Project Broadcast: https://bit.ly/ProjectBroadcastTGDG Website: www.thegoaldiggergirl.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/thegoaldiggergirl Facebook: www.facebook.com/thegoaldiggergirl Youtube: www.youtube.com/c/thegoaldiggergirl Grab The Goal Digger Girl Journal: https://amzn.to/3BeCMMZ Check out my Facebook groups for those that want to build their business online through social media, in a genuine and authentic way: Goal Digging Boss Babes: http://bit.ly/GoalDiggingBossBabes Goal Digger Creatives: http://bit.ly/GoalDiggerCreatives If you haven't already, be sure to text “PODCAST” to 737-240-3136 to get notified when there is a new episode! Leave a review here: Write a review for The Goal Digger Girl Podcast. Subscribing to The Podcast: If you would like to get updates of new episodes, you can give me a follow on your favorite podcast app. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thegoaldiggergirl/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thegoaldiggergirl/support

In this episode, recorded just a few days after the Cancer Solstice, I talk about cycles of light and dark, and especially the experience of dark times. One of the gifts of astrology is greater perspective on the timing of and cooperation with the heavier times of our lives. I shared some of my thoughts and experience with depression and the 'dark night of the Soul'. The book I mentioned is "Learning to Walk in the Dark" by Barbara Brown Taylor. The other author I mentioned who has written authentically about his experiences of depression is Parker Palmer. One of my favorite books is titled "Let Your Life Speak". Book a consultation with Kristine: https://kristinebackes.com/work-with-kristine/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/natural-wisdom/message

Recommend this show by sharing the link: pod.link/2Pages I'm working on building community at the moment, and I've noticed I have two types to focus on. The first is a wider net - I know a lot of people a little bit, and I'd like to know some of them more. Inspired by the book The 2-Hour Cocktail Party, I've been hosting monthly events where I pull everyone together and ask them all to answer a question, which effectively seeds the next round of introductions and conversation. The second type of community is a deeper vessel. I invite other men at about the same stage of life as me, and we discuss what it means to be an elder in our different worlds. Here, my hope is that I'm asked questions that'll help call me forth. Two different communities, but for each, good questions right at their heart.  Hal Gregersen is a man who loves questions, perhaps even more than I do. He's dedicated his life to it as an author, speaker, and former Executive Director of the MIT Leadership Center. Hal and I both believe that questioning can transform the future of learning and make the world a better place.    Hal reads an article titled, ‘Let Your Life Speak' by Parker Palmer. [reading begins at 21:20]   Hear us discuss:  The greatest gift that trust brings. [5:04] | Maintaining an open heart and a healthy relationship with trust. [6:57] | How heartbreak can sometimes be a good thing: “Life is fleeting; it comes and goes faster than we think.” [31:05] | The feeling of deep gladness: “When you have that moment where eyes light up - that's deep gladness.” [36:59] | Alexander Papaderos, Elie Wiesel, & the meaning of life: “For a lot of my life, I was trying to get rid of this bad part of my past instead of understanding and embracing it … it's not only okay, but it's you.” [40:35]

We are back for season two of MCWPB! This season, we are doing something a little different. For the first few episodes, we are doing a book club-style chat to discuss books everyone should read. In this episode, we dive into "Let Your Life Speak" by Parker Palmer (https://rb.gy/m0lg6) and process some of the book's main ideas. It's like being able to read the book, without reading the book (but we suggest you read the book). Musicbed SyncID: MB01ZG9JZFA6IQP

#purpose #uncoveryourpurpose #lifepurpose In this episode, I'm going to show you how to uncover your purpose, link it to your vision in life and do the one true action that will help you live a life of purpose. No more hiding. No more delay. Each and every single one of us has a unique purpose on this planet. FACTS. In basic terms, it's to become the fullest expression of yourself. To show yourself. To be of value. To use yourself up. Most of us just aren't doing this with our life purpose. We're hiding. Shrinking back. Ignoring ‘the call' and that's a problem. Your unique purpose in life sits deep in your heart and your soul. It doesn't show itself under pressure and strain. Like Palmer J. Parker said in Let Your Life Speak - your purpose is like a tiger in the jungle. Wild, but shy. To find it, you can't go storming into the tress. You have to sit quietly under the base of a tree and wait for it to show. So here are the two things you have to accept about finding your purpose in life: #1 You can't charge towards your purpose. It comes from within. You listen to it. You trust it. You take action in faith, and in doing do, you charge towards your vision! Your purpose begins as a whisper and the more you listen, the louder it speaks. #2 The second thing you have to accept about purpose is that you were given gifts to help you live out your purpose. The likelihood is, you think those gifts are normal, like everyone has them. And so you use them, you don't leverage them. And if you're not using them, you're wasting them. In this video, I'm going to share with you three simple but powerful questions to help you uncover your purpose, strengthen your connection to that purpose and take bold steps to live a life of deeper purpose. Lisa Useful links: Web site: https://lisa-bean.com/ Membership on changing your life: https://lisa-bean.com/programmes/membership/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisabeanuk/

What does it mean to let your heart speak? Heartlifters, this episode with Author and Graphic Recorder, Sherrill Knezel, went long, but every second of this remarkable conversation is filled with life-giving, heartlifting wisdom. Sherrill's story speaks of courage, strength, openness, flexibility, and a remarkable belief in her gifts and talents and images what it means to let your life and heart speak. Her new book, "Heart Speak, A Visual Interpretation of Let Your Life Speak "(by Parker J. Palmer), includes more than seventy heartfelt images to go along with excerpts from Palmer's book, "Let Your Life Speak." Heart Speak pairs these images with brief personal reflections. Sherrill invites us to explore and embrace our own limits and potential as we listen to our innate courage. Please send your questions here: janell@janellrardon.com and I'll answer them on the show. Be sure to subscribe and leave a review: www.janellrardon.com/podcast Be sure to join the community and subscribe to the podcast: www.janellrardon.com/free-content-for-subscribers Links + Resources from this Episode: So excited that the podcast has been voted in the Top 100 Mental Health Podcasts on Feedspot: https://blog.feedspot.com/mental_health_podcasts/ Join the private STRONGER EVERY DAY online community on FB: STRONGER EVERY DAY Listen to more great podcasts: ACCESS MORE Download Your Personal Guide PDF for Season 11: LET'S BE REMARKABLE 2023 Learn more about The Heartlift School on Teachable Follow Janell on Instagram: @janellrardon Please, leave a REVIEW of the PODCAST.

Supporting each other through the stress of caring for patients during the Covid pandemic, these two friends decided to broaden their reach beyond the hospital. Their mission? Connecting with women throughout the country who are seeking a safe and connected space for expression and exploration.  **Please note there is brief discussion of patient loss in this episode Join Jennifer Reid, MD as she interviews Laura Holford, RN, MSN and Anu Gorukanti, MD,  the creators of Introspective Spaces, a reflective community for women in health care.   We discuss:*Laura's and Anu's personal and painful journeys to find their vocations*The cost of disconnection and lack of trust in health care*The work and writing of Parker Palmer, author of "Let Your Life Speak." *Why they believe we need more contemplation, community, and creativity in medicine. Laura Holford RN, MSN is an oncology certified nurse, nursing educator, and patient advocate committed to working to reduce nursing burnout and moral distress, and the reassembly of responsibility and accountability in healthcare.  She currently teaches Ethics & Spirituality at Concordia University and works as a community health nurse.Dr. Anu Gorukanti is a public health advocate and pediatric hospitalist who completed her undergraduate and medical school education at Saint Louis University, followed by a pediatric residency at Stanford. She is passionate about health equity, social justice and the role that reflection and contemplation play as building blocks for revolution. ______________________Seeking a mental health provider? Try Psychology TodayNational Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255SAMHSA's National Helpline - 1-800-662-HELP (4357)Dial 988 for Mental Health EmergencyThank you to Brendan Callahan for the original music featured on the podcast.Disclaimer:The information and other content provided on this podcast or in any linked materials, are not intended and should not be construed as medical advice, nor is the information a substitute for professional medical expertise or treatment. All content, including text, graphics, images and information, contained on or available through this website is for general information purposes only.If you or any other person has a medical concern, you should consult with your health care provider or seek other professional medical treatment. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something that have read on this website, blog or in any linked materials. If you think you may have a medical emergency, call your doctor or emergency services (911) immediately. You can also access the National Suicide Help Line at 1-800-273-8255The Reflective DocWebsite - Instagram - Facebook - Linked In - Twitter - Think Like a Shrink Blog on Psychology Today

Welcome to Season 3 of the Courageous Life! We are kicking things off with the return of one of our most popular guests of all time, Parker J. Palmer. In today's episode we explore Parker's reflections on: Living with an open heart - the benefits, the drawbacks, and why this can be a lifelong practiceHow to have effective conversations across difference and why letting go ego is a big part of thisThe power of cultivating more humility and curiosity in one's life and in relationships (particularly when that might not be the easiest thing to do)Why honesty can be a prerequisite for compassionStories and practices related to how he has strengthened his ability to be open hearted over timeThemes from his new book, On the Brink of Everything: Grace, Gravity and Getting OldThe beneficial effects of awe and "big nature"Parker J. Palmer is a writer, speaker and activist who focuses on issues in education, community, leadership, spirituality and social change. He is founder of the Center for Courage & Renewal, holds a Ph.D. in sociology from the University of California at Berkeley, as well as thirteen honorary doctorates.Parker is the author of ten books— which have sold nearly two million copies and been translated into ten languages. Some of his most popular include Let Your Life Speak, A Hidden Wholeness, The Courage to Teach, and Healing the Heart of Democracy. Parker's work has touched the lives of millions of people around the world seeking to live more courageously and authentically while serving the human possibility. To learn more about Parker you can simply google his name, or you can check out couragerenewal.org or newcomerpalmer.com.  Did you find this episode inspiring? If so, you might love these past episodes:Jerry Colonna - Leadership and the Art of Growing UpMark Nepo - Finding Inner Courage Where it LivesEnjoying the show? Let us know by taking a moment to rate it on iTunes. Know someone who might enjoy hearing the insights in this episode? Please do share with friends. Thanks for listening!Support the show

Parker J. Palmer is a writer, teacher, and activist. Founder and Senior Partner Emeritus of the Center for Courage & Renewal, he has written ten books, including the bestselling Let Your Life Speak, The Courage to Teach, A Hidden Wholeness, Healing the Heart of Democracy, and On the Brink of Everything: Grace, Gravity and Getting Old. He holds a Ph.D. in sociology from the University of California, Berkeley, and thirteen honorary doctorates. In 1998, The Leadership Project, a national survey of ten thousand educators, named Palmer as one of the thirty “most influential senior leaders” in higher education and one of the ten key “agenda-setters” of the past decade. Since 2002, the Accrediting Commission for Graduate Medical Education has given annual Parker J. Palmer “Courage to Teach” and “Courage to Lead” Awards to directors of exemplary medical residency programs around the U.S. In 2010, Palmer received the William Rainey Harper Award, whose previous recipients include Margaret Mead, Elie Wiesel, and Paolo Freire. In 2011, the Utne Reader named him one of 25 Visionaries on its annual list of “People Who are Changing the World.” To learn more about Parker and his latest project, The Growing Edge, please visit newcomerpalmer.comIn this part one episode we explore: Some of Parker's personal story including challenges and adversities he has faced and how these have shaped his lifeWhat wholeness is and the courage it takes live an undivided lifeParker's insights about writing, speaking, and connecting with an audienceLessons Parker has learned about finding courage and working with fearThe power of reframing situations and circumstances one facesHow to listen deeplyFinding one's vocation in lifeHow to create conditions that foster courage in others And more!For Joshua's upcoming events and classes please visit joshuasteinfeldt.com Please rate the show on iTunes and let us know what you think!For show notes and more visit www.joshuasteinfeldt.com/podcastThanks for listening!Support the show

So, what might happen if you let go of what you thought your life would or should be, and created the space to let it show you what it truly yearns to be? Then, followed that thread. That's been the experience of today's guest, Parker Palmer. Graduating Berkley with a Ph.D. in ‘69, he thought he'd head into the world of academia but instead found himself heading to DC to become an activist and community organizer for 5 years. But, something else began to call him, and he took what he thought would be a short sojourn to a Quaker learning community that turned into 11 years. Over time, a new sense of calling emerged as a writer, speaker and activist who focuses on issues in education, community, leadership, spirituality and social change. In this deeply-moving conversation, Parker shares this journey and many of insights, as well as how three seasons of profound depression have shaped his experience of life, and lens on people, compassion, belonging and beyond.You can find Parker at: Website | FacebookIf you LOVED this episode you'll also love the conversations we had with Mark Nepo about following your own path.Check out our offerings & partners: My New Book SparkedMy New Podcast SPARKED: We're looking for special guest “wisdom-seekers” to share the moment you're in, then pose questions to Jonathan and the Sparked Braintrust to be answered, “on air.” To submit your “moment & question” for consideration to be on the show go to sparketype.com/submit. Visit Our Sponsor Page For Great Resources & Discount CodesPlanta: Individual care schedule and reminders for your plants, recommendations, step-by-step guides, identification, light meter and more. Keep your plants alive with Planta! Download the Planta App today, use code goodlife20 and get 20% OFF. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  Sherrill Knezel is a fascinating and gifted person. She is a graphic recorder, an illustrator and an art educator in Wauwatosa, Wisc. Parker Palmer is an author, educator and activist and one of his most well known books is Let Your Life Speak. It is over 20 years old and... The post Sherrill Knezel – episode 344 appeared first on Anita Lustrea.

Updated: 8:33 a.m. It's a Sunday morning at Fellowship Missionary Baptist Church in Minneapolis. Pastor Elijah McDavid III is preaching to the congregation. The rows are nearly full with several dozen churchgoers. Above the pulpit hangs three portraits of a Black Jesus and banners with each letter of the word — Rhythm — hang across the ceiling. They represent the traditions of its primarily African American congregation. When McDavid speaks, all eyes are on him as members of the church hang onto every word. On this Sunday morning his sermon is based on the message “Let Your Life Speak.” He's preaching from the book of James and says it can be a little direct. “At some point it may sound like I'm judging you. But I'm not singling you out, I'm trying to help all of us out. I need these five chapters of wisdom just as much as anybody here,” McDavid said. The congregation cheered. At 30, McDavid may be young for a senior pastor, but he has deep roots in the Black church. Originally from Arlington, Va., his grandfather was a pastor and civil rights leader in South Carolina for over 50 years — who battled segregation and helped integrate schools. McDavid grew up hearing how his grandfather helped transform his community and it continues to inspire him to this day. Gallery Stephen Maturen for MPR News Senior pastor Elijah McDavid III speaks during a service at Fellowship Missionary Baptist Church on Oct. 16 in Minneapolis. Stephen Maturen for MPR News Senior pastor Elijah McDavid III speaks during a service at Fellowship Missionary Baptist Church on Oct. 16 in Minneapolis. Stephen Maturen for MPR News Senior pastor Elijah McDavid III speaks during a service at Fellowship Missionary Baptist Church. “It's helping folks to imagine what a better world can look like. At the end of the day we are an imaginative people, we are a creative people and we're always believing that God has something better than what we're currently living in and experiencing,” McDavid said. “It's being able to kind of paint that tapestry and visualize what this world can become.” McDavid started out serving as assistant pastor at Alfred Street Baptist Church, one of the oldest Black churches in Alexandria, Virginia. A few years ago he got a call from an old family friend who thought he'd be a good fit to continue the work of the retiring pastor at Fellowship. That's when he moved to Minnesota to run a church on his own for the first time. Fellowship is located in a section of Minneapolis which contains some of the highest concentrations of African Americans. These north side neighborhoods also contain some of the highest concentrations of poverty and economic underdevelopment compared to other parts of the city. Black churches like Fellowship have long played a crucial role in advocating for the freedoms and rights of African Americans. And McDavid doesn't shy away from talking about issues that impact residents of the north side neighborhoods which surround the church. But he also says the church is taking action to help the community. Gallery Stephen Maturen for MPR News Chanda Smith Baker (right) comforts Indred Alexander (left) a candidate for Brooklyn Park City Council, as she speaks during a service at Fellowship Missionary Baptist Church. The church used a portion of the service as a platform to let local electoral candidates speak. Stephen Maturen for MPR News Parishioners listen as senior pastor Elijah McDavid III speaks during a service. Stephen Maturen for MPR News Natalie Sims (center) sings along with fellow parishioners as FMBC Youth Choir performs. Stephen Maturen for MPR News Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison speaks during a service. The church used a portion of the service as a platform to let local electoral candidates speak. Stephen Maturen for MPR News Parishioners dance and sing along as FMBC Youth Choir performs during a service. Stephen Maturen for MPR News Volunteers manage a voting information booth after a service at Fellowship Missionary Baptist Church. Stephen Maturen for MPR News Youth members of the multimedia team monitor a live-streaming broadcast during a service at Fellowship Missionary Baptist Church on Oct. 16 in Minneapolis. “If the need is housing that's affordable, if the need is dealing with food insecurity then we're gonna work on meeting those needs,” McDavid said. “Some needs we can meet as a church but when there's other issues that are beyond the scope of the church, that's when we work together with people like in an interfaith housing collaborative, to make sure that there's more money being set aside on the state government level to help build affordable housing for individuals.” Fellowship also joined the fight to protect the community from COVID by becoming one of the first faith based vaccination sites. And members of the community say they like McDavid's style. Church trustee Larry Suarez has been attending Fellowship for over 20 years.  Suarez, who is in his 70s, says McDavid impressed him from the start. “The first time I heard him I said, ‘that is the guy.' He teaches, he preaches and he pastors. And his arms are open, which makes this church open,” Suarez said. “That is so important, because you want people to look at Fellowship and know that I can go and I'm welcome and I'll be treated well.” Younger churchgoers are also impressed. Stephen Maturen for MPR News Members of the FMBC Youth Choir perform during a service at Fellowship Missionary Baptist Church on Oct. 16 in Minneapolis. Mackenzie Jones has been going to Fellowship Missionary Baptist Church since she was six years old. Now in her mid 20s, she says continuing to come to Fellowship and stay connected with those who watched her grow up has maintained a sense of stability in her life. She's glad to see more young people join the church since McDavid started as pastor. And it's something that makes Jones excited about coming to church each week. “It's very easy to connect with him and he is clearly an intellect just through his sermons,” Jones said. “He keeps it very real, which is something that I like. I like someone who's direct.” For McDavid, cultivating community is one of the most rewarding parts of leading a church. “This world can be so traumatic, so violent six days a week, and one day a week you get a chance to come in here and find a place of refuge and peace. To be affirmed and loved by others in your community,” McDavid said. “Some who you know well, others who you don't know. But we foster these deep meaningful relationships here and those carry generational bonds.” Gallery Stephen Maturen for MPR News Senior pastor Elijah McDavid III greets parishioners after a service Fellowship Missionary Baptist Church on Oct. 16 in Minneapolis. Stephen Maturen for MPR News Senior pastor Elijah McDavid III greets parishioners after a service at Fellowship Missionary Baptist Church on Oct. 16 in Minneapolis. Stephen Maturen for MPR News Senior pastor Elijah McDavid III greets parishioners after a service at Fellowship Missionary Baptist Church on Oct. 16 in Minneapolis. McDavid's style of relating to his community is just one of many reasons church goers come back week after week. As Fellowship continues to grow, McDavid loves to see new congregation members walk though its doors. He hopes to continue creating a refuge for community members and to keep the longstanding Black tradition going for generations to come.

On this week's episode of Conversations for Financial Professionals, I chat with Dr. Barry Mulholland about how important career changers are to the industry because of their transferrable skills.  

Recounting the weekend and also a powerful book called, "Let your life speak," which offers readers an opportunity for insights about how to find the vocation that is most true to self and life with more joy and fulfillment. 

#159  Today's episode is such an absolute delight – uplifting and inspiring.  It's about recognizing the beauty of life and alchemizing the sometimes painful parts into artful wisdom.  It's about the art of feeling younger in midlife.  And it's about finding your inner treasure chest and filling it with whatever you believe belongs inside, including the things that bring you joy.I'm joined today by psychologist, author and artist Rachel Awes.  In speaking about her work as a psychologist for almost 30 years, she says, “I have had the great honor of listening to what human beings most deeply long for.  We need to know: we aren't alone, we hold worth beyond measure, we can trust and use our voice, we can cope well with vulnerability and imperfection, we can experience authenticity, we can be empowered and selective in our relationships, and know beyond a shadow of a doubt we belong.”Here's what we cover in this lovely conversation:Working with difficult emotions in a life-affirming way;Bringing the beauty of human transformation to the page ;Finding the buried treasure within; andHow to get younger as you get older.Rachel's latest book is called: The Relationship Book, A Soulful Transformational and Artistic Inventory of Your Connective Life.Links:Rachel's website:  RachelAwes.comRachel's Etsy shop:  RachelAwesEtsyBook:  Let Your Life Speak, Listening for the Voice of Vocation by Parker J. PalmerJane Fonda Magazine Cover @ 79: Town & CountryGrace and Frankie:  Wikipedia Series OverviewThe Athena Wellness Academy:  https://athenawellnessacademy.teachable.comIf you'd like to join our circle and never miss a weekly episode, please hit subscribe.  While you're there, you can rate the podcast by highlighting the stars that match your experience.  Much appreciated! For episode materials, show notes or to submit a question for a future episode, visit: https://athenawellness.com/podcast

Parker J. Palmer, is the founder and Senior Partner of the Center for Courage & Renewal. He is a world-renowned writer, speaker and activist who focuses on issues in education, community, leadership, spirituality and social change. He has reached millions worldwide through his nine books, including Let Your Life Speak, The Courage to Teach, A Hidden Wholeness, and Healing the Heart of Democracy. But wait, there's more! The episode is not quite over!! We continue the conversation and you can access this exclusive content right in your podcast player feed. Head over to our Patreon page and pledge to donate just $10 a month. It's that simple and we'll give you good stuff as a thank you! Parker Palmer and I Discuss and … His book, Hidden Wholeness: A Journey Towards an Undivided Life What the idea of “the Soul” means to him His experiences with depression and the lesson he's learned from it What “the divided life” is The importance of having both community and solitude The idea of “The Circle of Trust” The importance of letting another person work their way to the answer themselves His book, Healing the Heart of Democracy The important role that conflict brings to our form of government The Five Habits of the Heart Eustress is the positive effect of tension The two ways that the heart can break How those with different viewpoints can find common ground The Courage and Renewal Center Parker Palmer Links Parker's Website Twitter Facebook By purchasing products and/or services from our sponsors, you are helping to support The One You Feed and we greatly appreciate it. Thank you! If you enjoyed this conversation with Parker Palmer, check out these other episodes: The Divided Yet Connected Brain with Iain McGilchrist Jonathan RauchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I'm going to quickly share my understanding of and thoughts on self-leadership. I think of it as a tool for what Parker Palmer calls 'letting your life speak.' If you haven't read that book, Let Your Life Speak, you really should!

We hear about the dilemma of people whose inner conscience creates conflict with the demands of their workplace, from Parker Palmer, founder of the Center for Courage and Renewal and popular author of Let Your Life Speak.

Today's guest is the amazing Parker J Palmer. At age 82, he is one of the wisest souls I've ever had the pleasure to meet. It's our luck that he's written 10 books that share so much of this wisdom with heart, vulnerability, and authenticity. When I read his work, I know that we are all connected as humans, that we all are both whole and broken at the same time. He is a writer, speaker, activist, poet, founder, and Senior Partner Emeritus of the Center for Courage & Renewal. He has reached millions worldwide through his books, including the best-selling Healing the Heart of Democracy, Let Your Life Speak, The Courage to Teach, and A Hidden Wholeness. His latest bestseller is On the Brink of Everything: Grace, Gravity, and Getting Old, which is what we discuss today. I devoured this book on my last birthday, feeling the weight of age and time passing. It was like wrapping myself up in a warm blanket. He also holds a Ph.D. in sociology from the University of California at Berkeley and 13 honorary doctorates. He has won numerous awards, which are listed in our show notes.

Alasdair and Julie-Roxane discuss Jeff Goin's book, The Art of Work, and how they think about work these days.Listen to this week's episode and explore:The difference between your purpose and your calling - 9.43 Exercises for hearing your calling - 17.15 The importance of apprenticeship - 20.32 The myth that it should be easy - 24.04 The art of painful practice - 30.44 Julie-Roxane singing in French - 39.01The importance of rest - 44.21 The "you'll just know" myth - 46.50 Leading a "portfolio life" - 54.37 Mentioned in the episode:The Art of Work by Jeff Goins Mindset: The New Psychology of Success by Carol Dweck (Farnam Street gives a good outline of her book and the growth mindset idea here) Our favorite Indian incense (We also like their variety pack.)Let Your Life Speak by Parker Palmer Steven Spielberg: Listen to the Whisper Steve Jobs' 2005 Stanford commencement speechPardon My French with Garance Dore Outliers by Malcom Gladwell (10,000 hours idea)Anders EricksenYosemite retreat Julie-Roxane and Alasdair are hosting in July 2019Alasdair's 100% recycled greeting cards Alasdair's blogWays you can support this podcast:Leave a review on itunesDonate to the FAR OUT podcastShare this episode with others! :DEmail us at host@thefaroutpodcast.comCredits:Intro music: "Complicate ya" by Otis McDonaldOutro music: "Running with wise fools" written & performed by Krackatoawww.krackatoa.com

Welcome to the Heart Posture Podcast! This season, Michelle and Jas step back learn from a variety of guests who practice yoga in tandem with other spiritual and faith practices. In this episode, they sit down with Elizabeth J Keller, Spiritual Coach, Soul Guide, and Sacred Gazer. She holds a Masters of Divinity degree and a graduate certificate in Health and Wellness Coaching (from the first acupuncture school in the U.S., grounded in Taoist philosophy), and seeks to sit with you as you reconnect with your sacredness; and honor your full humanity. Show notes: Let Your Life Speak by Parker Palmer Rent Tent by Anita Diamant Dance of the Dissident Daughter by Sue Monk Kidd Unprotected Texts by Jennifer Knust Altogether You by Jenna Riemersma You Were Born for This by Chani Nicholas Sadhana Yoga Centre

in this episode i share my stories: the stories that make up my song. stories that defy logic, go beyond rational thinking, and yet were the exact experiences i needed to understand my place on this earth and my work in this world. this is my most personal solocast. i hope you enjoy it.  you can listen to all past episodes with beautiful, amazing folks like lisa congdon, valarie kaur, david whyte, rob bell, michael franti, laura horn, and many more at daphnecohn.com

in this episode i talk about the hardest thing when crafting your own life, singing your own song: fear. as elizabeth gilbert says, "creativity is a path for the brave, but it is not a path for the fearless. bravery means doing something scary." i talk about the fear i live with every daythe truth of this journeyhow to let your life speakthe terror, and freedom, in being vulnerable andstaying close to the way we are madeyou can listen to previous episodes with amazing artists and makers at daphnecohn.com 

Author and teacher Parker Palmer wrote a profound little book called Let Your Life Speak. In the book, he writes, “Before I can tell my life what I want to do with it, I must listen to my life telling me who I am.” What does it mean to listen to your life? It means paying attention to the signposts telling you where you should go. On today's episode, you'll discover how to recognize the signs that offer the best direction for your life. *** Check out my NEW book: 18 Words to Live By: A Father's Wisdom on What Matters Most. Are you looking for a community of enthusiastic, generous writers to help you build better habits and grow your writing business? Check out our Daily Writer Community.  Connect with Kent:  https://DailyWriterLife.com  Facebook: https://facebook.com/kent.sanders  Instagram: https://instagram.com/kentsanders  LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/kent-sanders  Twitter: https://twitter.com/kentsanders  

Author and teacher Parker Palmer wrote a profound little book called Let Your Life Speak. In the book, he writes, “Before I can tell my life what I want to do with it, I must listen to my life telling me who I am.”   What does it mean to listen to your life? It means paying attention to the signposts telling you where you should go.   On today's episode, you'll discover how to recognize the signs that offer the best direction for your life.  *** Check out my NEW book: 18 Words to Live By: A Father's Wisdom on What Matters Most. Are you looking for a community of enthusiastic, generous writers to help you build better habits and grow your writing business? Check out our Daily Writer Community.      Connect with Kent:     https://DailyWriterLife.com     Facebook: https://facebook.com/kent.sanders     Instagram: https://instagram.com/kentsanders     LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/kent-sanders     Twitter: https://twitter.com/kentsanders    

About his Creative on Purpose work, Scott says "I help aspiring and advancing difference-makers like you live your legacy. Find fulfillment and peace of mind by aligning who you are with what you do and where you belong.Achieve work-live integration. I've done it. You can, too.I'm Chief Difference-Maker at Creative on Purpose, author of Endeavor and Onward and  a head coach for Akimbo Workshops.I'm a husband and father, go for a cemetery run every day, and quote Marcus Aurelius more often than I should. I found and spread joy as a professional musician and guitar teacher for thirty years while maintaining a happy marriage, homeschooling our sons, and taking care of business.My process employs principles and practices that are time-tested and scientifically vetted."Connect with Scott at https://www.creativeonpurpose.com/ or https://www.linkedin.com/in/ascottperry/The program that Scott mentions in the episode "Let YOur Life Speak" is here: https://www.creativeonpurpose.com/store###Your hosts of Are You Waiting for Permission? are Meridith Grundei and Joseph Bennett. They're friends, co-hosts, actors, improvisers and coaches. She lives in NYC and coaches actors, business professionals and presenters to fully engage with their audience, and themselves. She also mentors young actors and directors. He lives in San Miguel de Allende, México and  coaches artists and other creative beings about the beautiful business of art — and life. You can find Meridith:Meridith Grundei the performer artist gal Meridith Grundei CoachingYou can find Joseph:Joseph Bennett the artist/coach extraordinaire*Special thanks to Amy Shelley and Gary Grundei of high fiction for letting us use their music for the Are You Waiting for Permission? podcast.And... while the podcast is free, it's not cheap. We'd be thrilled to have your support on PATREON

On this episode, Ryan, Josiah and Brian discuss the term vocation and what it means for pastoral ministry at large. We also hear from a new pastor named Regina who breaks the "one-size-fits-all" in every possible way. Additionally, stats on age of clergy and ethnic make-up are discussed as well. Those studies can be found here and here. Thank you for listening to the Guerrilla Pastor's Podcast! Let Your Life Speak by Parker Palmer This episode is also available as a blog post: http://guerrillapastors.com/2022/04/11/to-come-alive/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/guerilla-pastors/message

This episode features a recent conversation hosted virtually by the Awaken Dane initiative with noted author Parker Palmer. The discussion centers on belonging and the sense of lost belonging that pervades modern church life. Parker offers wisdom and examples from his own career on how churches can be agents of strengthening community and belonging today. Interviewing Parker are Phil Haslanger, retired pastor and journalist recently inducted into the Wisconsin Newspaper Hall of Fame, and Rebecca Cooks, Upper House's Hospitality and Student Enrichment Manager. Parker J. Palmer is a writer, speaker and activist who focuses on issues in education, community, leadership, spirituality and social change. He is founder and Senior Partner Emeritus of the Center for Courage & Renewal. He is the author of ten books—including several award-winning titles—including: Healing the Heart of Democracy (2011) and Let Your Life Speak (1999). He holds a Ph.D. in sociology from the University of California at Berkeley, as well as thirteen honorary doctorates, two Distinguished Achievement Awards from the National Educational Press Association, and an Award of Excellence from the Associated Church Press. For more information about Awaken Dane and/or joining a future cohort, please contact Johnna Georgia at georgia@wichurches.org or by phone at (608) 837-3108 Ext. 29. As always we invite you to leave us a rating on your favorite podcast app and send us comments and suggestions at podcast@slbrownfoundation.org. Credits: music by Micah Behr, audio engineering by Andy Johnson, graphic design by Madeline Ramsey.

When questions around calling or other types of discernment arise, the Quakers have a saying. "Way will open," they say. But what happens when way does not indeed open? What do we do when way actually closes, leaving us disappointed and questioning our calling and our longings? In this episode, I share a story about a moment when way opened suddenly and then closed just as abruptly and how I can now see the good gifts in the disappointment. Listen in.  Links and Resources from this episode:  Let Your Life Speak by Parker Palmer The Call by Os Guinness Proverbs 3:5, 6 (MSG) Find me at Kaley Ehret on Facebook and Instagram. Listen on: Apple Podcasts Podbean Spotify

In today’s episode, we’ll be speaking with Parker Palmer, a writer, speaker, activist, and founder and Senior Partner Emeritus of the Center for Courage & Renewal. He has reached millions worldwide via his ten books, including the best-selling Healing the Heart of Democracy, Let Your Life Speak, The Courage to Teach, and A Hidden Wholeness. His latest bestseller is On the Brink of Everything: Grace, Gravity and Getting Old (2018). Palmer holds a Ph.D. in sociology from the University of California at Berkeley, and 13 honorary doctorates. In 1998, the Leadership Project, a national survey of 10,000 educators, named him one of the 30 “most influential senior leaders” in higher education and one of the 10 key “agenda-setters” of the past decade. I first learned about Parker Palmer through Krista Tippet, as I was a part of the On-Being weekend at 1440 Multiversity many years ago, and was moved by his books. -------- We talk about the following and so much more: ✅ His book, “Let your life speak” and what he means by the phrase: "living the life that wants to live in me." ✅ How he made the decision to create his own path as a teacher and a leader ✅ How he knew that he was not going to go down the conventional road ✅ “Age itself,” he says, “is no excuse to wade in the shallows. It's a reason to dive deep and take creative risks.” ✅ How he decided to take creative risks ✅ In his book, Let Your Life Speak, he talks about how leaders can cast both shadow and light, and a few shadows are: insecurity about identity and worth, and the belief that the universe is a hostile battleground. ✅ His time with the Quakers and how it shaped him ✅ How his journey through the depths of depression shapes his life You can learn more about Parker Palmer here: https://couragerenewal.org/wpccr/parker/ Please tag us and tell us what you loved! You can follow @Gateways_To_Awakening on Instagram or Facebook if you’d like to stay connected.

Author and teacher Parker Palmer wrote a profound little book called Let Your Life Speak. In the book, he writes, “Before I can tell my life what I want to do with it, I must listen to my life telling me who I am.” What does it mean to listen to your life? It means paying attention to the signposts telling you where you should go. On today's episode, you'll discover how to recognize the signs that offer the best direction for your life. *** Are you looking for a community of enthusiastic, generous writers to help you build better habits and grow your writing business? Check out our Daily Writer Community. Check out our Daily Writing Prompts, which will help you break through creative blocks, brainstorm new ideas, and get back into a state of flow. Writing prompts are a fantastic creative tool for creative writing, journaling, teaching, social media posts, podcasting, and more! Connect with Kent: https://DailyWriterLife.com Facebook: https://facebook.com/kent.sanders Instagram: https://instagram.com/kentsanders LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/kent-sanders Twitter: https://twitter.com/kentsanders 

Today we're considering blooming in the frame of our vocational life and how the search for holy ground often begins right under our feet. Here are some resources I hope will help you consider your own blooming life: 1. When it comes to our vocations, do we each have a destiny or are we all floating around accidental-like on a breeze? Spiritual teacher Forrest Gump reminds us: maybe it's both. (Each experience brings you to the next as you find and gather the work of your life.) 2. Conversations with God journal prompts: What work or activity is life-giving to me these days? What are my gifts? How might I use my experiences and talents to help someone else on their road? 3. Lyric Video: The Voyage, by Amanda Lindsey Cook 4. Let Your Life Speak, by Parker Palmer 5. She's Still There: Rescuing the Girl In You, by Chrystal Hurst Evans 6. Devotional/Guided Journal: 100 Days to Brave: Unlocking Your Most Courageous Self, by Annie F. Downs 7. Song: This Little Light of Mine, by Sam Cooke 8. Song: Shine a Different Way, by Patty Griffin 9. Song: Stand, by R.E.M. 10: From the episode: My Brother's Keeper, CatholicMom.com, Cursillo at the Holy Cross Retreat House, the very best tomatoes (and other veg)!, my favorite coffee & lunch place

Today on the Podcast we have Ashtin Larkin. Ashtin is a West Virginia University soccer alumni and now she works as a forensic specialist in the long beach area in California. We talk about what it was like to go far away for college and why she decided to do that! Then we dive into what it was like being a woman of color in a predominately white sport in a white area. We talk about what that was like growing up and then how she experienced race and diversity as a college soccer player as well. Later we contemplate what the word “Justice” even means. This whole conversation is seasoned with faith in Christ and his grace. We hope you find this enlightening and encouraging. At the end of our conversation we dive into the idea of calling, that I think many of us struggle with.   The FAM is sponsored by Unite Health Share Ministries. UHSM is a Christ based way to do health care. Learn more about who they are and what they do by going to their website at UHSM.com.   “Let Your Life Speak” by Parker Palmer: https://www.amazon.com/Let-Your-Life-Speak-Listening/dp/0787947350   Hillsong Pandora: https://www.pandora.com/artist/hillsong-worship/ARxncj3dm9xbvJc