Center & Circle

In the first installment of Return to Center , we look back on the conversations that shaped the opening chapters of Center & Circle . Reflecting on insights from our first three guests, we explore themes of community, service, universal patterns, mental wellness, and the connections that help us better understand ourselves and one another. From the power of finding your community to the impor...

In this episode of  Center & Circle , we’re joined by Bettina Thompson for a conversation on neurodiversity, mental health, and how workplaces and communities can better support different ways of thinking, communicating, and experiencing the world. Together, we explore how different ways of thinking and experiencing the world shape the workplace, relationships, and community. From mental healt...

In this episode of  Center & Circle , we’re joined by Stacey Lauren, Director of Operations at the  Veterans Miracle Center  — an organization dedicated to supporting veterans, active-duty service members, and their families through essential resources, community care, and connection. Together, we explore the power of human connection and what it truly means to create spaces where people feel...

In this episode of Center & Circle , we’re joined by our very first guest for a conversation on sacred geometry and the patterns that shape both nature and our lives. From breath and mindset to training and community, we explore how purpose develops through practice — and how the language we use internally influences how we move through the world. At its core, this episode is about connection:...

In our second episode of Center & Circle , we welcome our first guest, John Savaria, for a conversation that moves from martial arts to sacred geometry — and from discipline to deep connection. In this preview, we explore the idea that nothing in the universe is random. From snowflakes to galaxies, intricate geometric patterns shape the natural world. These same patterns influence how energy m...

In this very first episode of Center & Circle , Diane and Ariffa—board members of The Tengu Center— reflect on the journey that brought them here. From the early seeds of a vision to creating a space for growth and connection, to the launch of this podcast, they explore what it means to center ourselves and expand into community. You’ll hear about the inspiration behind the Tengu Center’s name...

Get a glimpse of our very first episode of Center and Circle ! In this short preview, Diane and Ariffa reflect on a powerful quote during the episode’s Centering Moment —a moment designed to ground us before diving into deeper conversation. Just the beginning of something beautiful—insightful stories, grounded wisdom, and a space to grow together. Stay tuned for the full episode dropping soon!