This Is How We Care

In this Grounding Practice, James-Olivia—friend to humans who love and lead, a facilitator and enthusiastic advocate of uncomfortable, extraordinary, life-changing conversations, a foundation shaker and root nourisher, and fellow work-in-progress (i.e. avid & grateful maker of mistakes)—read a love letter they wrote to themself on self-expression. They offers us an opportunity to reflect on our re...

In this episode, we are joined by Simon Wolff—a politicized healer and ritualist weaving one-to-one and small-group somatic, ancestral, and cultural healing vessels in service to radical care, resilient resistance, and collective liberation. Simon shares the ‘why’ and ‘how’ of engaging in practices that honor our ancestors, the Earth, and each other, as a way of healing intergenerational and colle...

In this Grounding Practice, Simon Wolff—a politicized healer and ritualist weaving one-to-one and small-group somatic, ancestral, and cultural healing vessels in service to radical care, resilient resistance, and collective liberation—shares with us the power of prayer. Simon’s prayer is a reminder of the deep interconnections that sustain us and the importance of acknowledging and respecting thes...

In this episode, Sara Elise—multidisciplinary creative, co-founder & designer of Apogeo Guest House, and author of A Recipe for More—shares her journey from working in investment banking to questioning societal definitions of success to create a life that aligns with her values. She shows us how we can begin to take action toward dismantling oppressive systems, promote equality, and embrace a slow...

In this Grounding Practice, Sara Elise—multidisciplinary creative, co-founder & designer of Apogeo Guest House, and author of A Recipe for More—guides us through a meditation to let go of any lingering doubts or anxieties and embrace the abundant energy within us. Follow @thisishowwecare on Instagram or signup for our newsletter for more practices and prompts to embody a world of collective care Y...

In this episode, Antonia Estela Pérez—clinical herbalist and co-founder of Herban Cura— delves into the significance of nurturing a reciprocal relationship with plant life and the impact of such connections on both personal and collective well-being. Antonia shares with us how we can take action now to work with our local plants for medicinal benefits and to help contribute to the health of the so...

In this Grounding Practice, Antonia Estela Pérez of Herban Cura, recites a poem, “The Earth is Closing on Us” by renowned Palestinian poet Mahmoud Darwish. The poem serves as a reflection on the ongoing struggles and the enduring spirit of the Palestinian people. Through Darwish’s evocative language, we are invited to contemplate themes of loss, hope, and the human connection to the Earth. You can...

In this episode, Mike Sagun—professional somatic coach, men’s work facilitator, and teacher—sheds light on how men can begin to heal their patriarchal wounds. Through the lens that ‘we’ as a collective face the negative effects of patriarchal systems, Mike shares examples of how men can collectively heal by embracing connection, listening to their bodies, and expanding their perspectives through s...

In this Grounding Practice, Mike Sagun—professional somatic coach, men’s work facilitator, and teacher—guides us through a somatic experience that allows us to tap into our bodies and explore how our external environment impacts our internal experience. This practice can help us to recognize how we have the agency to make subtle adjustments in our lives to improve our well-being.    You can find f...

In this episode, adrienne maree brown—activist, facilitator, and writer of works such as Pleasure Activism and Emergent Strategy —helps us in imagining a world where hyper-individualism is replaced with interdependence, where communities are in harmony with the land, and migration is responsive to the earth's needs. In this future, governance is not about power over others but about stewarding res...

In this Grounding Practice, adrienne maree brown—activist, facilitator, and writer of works such as Pleasure Activism and Emergent Strategy —guides us in connecting with our present state, recognizing our needs, and acknowledging the care and abundance in our lives. You can find full transcripts, links, and other information on our website.

In this episode, Brittany Chambers—infant and family sleep specialist and the founder of Good Night Moon Child: a virtual and in-person Integrative Infant Sleep consultancy informed by the latest research in neuroscience, developmental psychology, anthropology, and evolutionary biology—speaks to how she’s revolutionizing the way we approach infant sleep by challenging harmful paradigms and advocat...

In this Grounding Practice, Brittany Chambers—infant and family sleep specialist and the founder of Good Night Moon Child—aids us in acknowledging any worries or unhelpful energies in our bodies, and to consciously move these from the mind to the heart, and then deeper into the womb, recognizing it as a source of life and strength. Follow @thisishowwecare on Instagram You can find full transcripts...

In this episode, Jenny Tucker— founder of The Centerline Community, a support community for new moms—discusses the concept of matrescence and the mother-baby dyad, emphasizing the deep connection between a mother and her child. Jenny highlights the societal pressures that often lead to postpartum anxiety and depression— even sharing her own experience. She leaves us with her vision of a world wher...

In this Grounding Practice, Jenny Tucker– founder of The Centerline Community, a support community for new moms—guides us in finding balance and presence amidst hustle culture.   Follow @thisishowwecare on Instagram Join our Patreon Community for bonus content from our interview with Mariah. You can find full transcripts, links, and other information on our website.

In this episode, discover how the Boston Ujima Project is reimagining philanthropy, community engagement, and economic models to empower artists and communities of color in Boston. Learn about their innovative approaches to decision-making, solidarity economy, and supporting businesses.  You can find full transcripts, links, and other information on our website. Follow @thisishowwecare on Instagra...

In this Grounding Moment, Ryan “Rei” Fielder—Director of Coalitions, Policy, and Grassroots Organizing at Boston Ujima Project — engages us with a reflective question. This grounding moment sets up context for the conversation we have with Ujima around community-controlled economies.  Follow @thisishowwecare on Instagram and sign up for our newsletter for additional practices and prompts from Ujim...

Amanda Young is an OG and pioneer in the current wave of goddess culture and as the founder of Urban Goddess, has been supporting women for over 15 years. She has worked with an impressive list of female visionaries at all levels of leadership from founders of successful female-oriented businesses to CEOs, trail-blazing innovators of new healing modalities, as well as women at the beginning stages...

In this Grounding Practice, Amanda Young—a seasoned practitioner working with women in the realms of nutrition, health coaching, and goddess-centered spirituality—helps us tap into our bodies’ wisdom through connecting to our pelvic space to feel more grounded and alive.  Follow @thisishowwecare on Instagram Join our Patreon Community for bonus content from our interview with Amanda. You can find...

In this episode,Virgie Tovar—author, lecturer, and leading expert on weight-based discrimination and body positivity—shares her personal journey of navigating weight-based discrimination and reclaiming her body heritage. She discusses the harmful effects of fatphobia, the intersections of body size, race, and gender, and the societal impacts of weight discrimination, such as the wage gap and acces...

In this Grounding Practice,  Virgie Tovar—author, lecturer, and leading expert on weight-based discrimination and body positivity—dares us to unbutton our pants, unzip our skirts, and embrace the idea of a big, wobbly belly without shame. Join our Patreon Community for bonus content from our interview with VirgieYou can find full transcripts, links, and other show information on our website.

In this episode, Liberty Gonzalez, a liberatory community psychologist and certified holistic coach, discusses the importance of communal care, and reimagining relationships and family structures; Highlighting the importance for all people to explore their authentic desires and expression so that we can all be more free together. You can find full transcripts, links, and other information on our w...

In this Grounding Practice, Liberty Gonzalez—liberatory community psychologist and certified holistic coach who is passionate about supporting visionary community leaders—shares a grounding moment to help us recognize and appreciate the ways we are nourished by the world around us. Follow @thisishowwecare on Instagram Join our Patreon Community for bonus content from our interview with Liberty. Yo...

In this episode, Mariah Rankine-Landers, an advocate for transformative education and co-founder of Studio Pathways, shares her profound insights on how returning to a creative process for living and learning can help  us address the root of social inequities that manifest in our education, work, and organizing systems. Join our Patreon Community for bonus content from our interview with Mariah. Y...

In this Grounding Practice, Mariah Rankin-Landers—a leader in pedagogical strategy and co-founder of Studio Pathways—guides us through a grounding practice of altering our heart space by creating a visual collage of elements while being encouraged to draw on the wisdom and support of these energies throughout our day. The practice is aimed to remind us of the importance of joy and love in our live...