SPARKS IN ACTION with Donna Sherman

At the very end of this recording, before I had time to thank my wonderful guests, my internet connection failed; so, this group of vulnerable and strong women did not the the thank you s their sharing warranted. The title of this episode pretty much sums up what this episode is about. Four of us share little glimpses into our post October 7th lives. We all know that we could speak volumes but for...

Ken does difficult things and in this conversation he shares his WHY and his HOW. But you don't have to climb mountains barefoot or run ultra -marathons in tough terrain to realize your place in our world. This fun, lively and in depth conversation is ultimately about being human, doing our part to keep our inner fire robust so we can bring more positive actions into our world.

Get ready to hit the trails! Join us as licensed wilderness guide Vicki Ferreira shares her expertise and warmth, dishing out smart tips for safe and epic hikes. From local strolls to remote wilderness adventures, Vicki's trail wisdom will elevate your next outing. Tune in and happy trails!"

Words matter. A lot. Kelsey, a highly credentialed licensed psychotherapist and Executive Director of The And Way Center in Austin Texas, is one a mission to promote peace in a divided world by sharing tools that reveal how we speak to ourselves and one another. In this episode Kelsey offers powerful tools that increase our psychological flexibility and promote constructive, heartfelt conversation...

A five minute reflection.

Randy Freeman, NY State Coordinator for Braver Angels, and Mike Asbury, the Co -Chair of the NY Capital Region Alliance of Braver Angels, have powerful tools and insights that will help you pivot from making assumptions about those who vote differently from you and prompt you to truly listen. We often think we hold the moral high ground over people who support different policies but what happens w...

Vicki transformed herself, and her life, from being a woman in poor health to a NY State Weightlifting Champion and the founder of Hiker Goddess Adventures. Listen to Vick's inspiring story and the groups she has created to bring people of all hiking abilities together while also giving back to the community. Hiker Goddess Adventures NY Tristate Lady Hiker Goddesses

A short episode with a specific, and very effective, suggestion for those nights when sleep eludes you. Try this one asap!

Listen to this fascinating conversation with renown science journalist Ellen Ruppel Shell; author of Slippery Beast: A True Crime Natural History with Eels. Learn about these mysterious creatures who have confounded ( and astounded) philosophers, biologists and scientists. You will also hear how they are implicated in international crime!

This guided practice is similar to, yet different from, the first "Quell Anxiety & Distractibility" episode and has a better sound quality. Add this to your daily life or to try to listen a few times per week. Reach out if you have any questions. I love hearing from you! https://donnalsherman.com

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What does the Fukushima nuclear site, the Fibonacci sequence and solar tracking all have in common? Sunflowers.

Holly enters the inner worlds of children, teens and adults, who are differently abled with fearless, creative empathy and a powerful, integrative toolkit.

Part 2 of this two part series on Immigration and US Borders. Mo Goldman, Immigration Attorney, walks us through some facts about USA border policies.

We are told by news sources, across the political spectrum, that immigration is a hot button issue that needs fixing. What does that really mean? Mo Goldman, Immigration Attorney in Tucson AZ, sheds some light on this issue in language that is clear and clear-headed. In the next 30 minutes you will get a good walk through some of the realities of the USA Immigration system(s) while also learning a...

Meet Ken Posner and Charlie Gadol of Run Wild, Inc. Run Wild, Inc. have a mission to "raise funds for land conservation and stewardship in the Hudson Valley and beyond by organizing races and other outdoor activities". Ken and Charlie, both passionate distance trail runners, have some interesting tales to tell which include hypothermia and hallucinations from sleep deprivation during ext...

I made this one with no introduction so you can simply get yourself ready (laying down on a bed or mat, covered up and comfortable) push play and go directly into a guided deeply restful state. For more info: https://donnalsherman.com

If you are losing faith in our political landscape due to all the polarization out there, listen to this conversation. Randy Freeman and Mike Asbury came onto the podcast to share the inspiring and impactful work of Braver Angels. Braver Angels is the largest bridging organization in the USA. This is part 1 or a 2 part series. For info: https://braverangels.org About Donna: https://donnalsherman.c...

This is good for anyone at work, at home, in school, in athletics; even families can do this together. To reach Donna: https://donnalsherman.com

Meghan Wolff, PhD., MPH is the Health Policy Director at Beyond Plastics. Beyond Plastics is a nationwide project that educates the public on the plastic pollution crisis. in our short conversation Meghan shares a wealth of information, and some concrete suggestions, for how we can all do our part in reducing damage from plastics.

A lively and informative conversation with Michelle Montone, the host of the Fast & Fabulous Podcast about what Intermittent Fasting is, its health and mental health benefits, various ways of implementing the practice, contraindications and more. Michelle is the host of the Fast and Fabulous Podcast.

Nachshon Ben's clear, informed, journalistic perspective is a voice that needs to be heard right now. We discuss current life in Tel Aviv, how to discern "noise" from fact and how to go from getting lost in the ideological rhetoric and move into productive conversations and action.

Ethan Nadelmann, PhD, studied and taught Middle East Politics before moving into the world of international & domestic drug policy; he gives his take on the challenges of the region.

If you can lie down, or recline, please do. You can do this, with positive effect while sitting in a chair if you have to. Do NOT listen to his recording while driving or operating any machinery; your eyes will need to be closed.