Episode 132: Angelika Alana
On the true definition of intimacy, the openings that come from tragedy, and the tenderness that brings us together.
On the true definition of intimacy, the openings that come from tragedy, and the tenderness that brings us together.
On the intelligence and teachings of the flowers; on observing, living and aging elegantly.
On healthy relations, hard conversations and treating ourselves with more compassion.
On the surprising nature of unconditionality, the meaning and practice of service and taking action in your own neighborhood.
On writing as medicine, tragedy as a pathway to ecstasy, and a few stops in between.
On growing your work earnestly and with vision; surviving a cult and remembering that you are more than good enough.
On the vitality of simplicity, the practice of making art, and the drawings that have become beacons of kindness for our time.
Once upon a time, on a mountain top, deep in my studentship, about five years and eight notebooks into the most serious spiritual journey of my life, I am mid-class in a week-long training that will change everything. My dear teacher bends down in front of my mat, picks up my pen and writes a few words in my treasured blue Clairfontaine notebook. I’ve never shared this. As soon as I see the ink forming the words, I realize I’m shaking. As a “good student,” I never want to disappoint this person, and I can’t believe I’ll have to. All of this happens as I’m watching a short poem unfurling on the page, inviting me to this person’s private quarters; clearly a sexual invitation. I’m horrified, confused, frustrated, lost. Mostly lost. And in my utter humanity, a part of me wants to say yes, to please, to be chosen. Which simultaneously disgusts me. Step One: Acknowledge the Abuse Afraid to disappoint my teacher and wondering if my first extended training will now become the abrupt end to my long-awaited studies, I ask this person to meet me outside, just after class, in full view of other people. Step one of …
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On the practical science of essential oils to boost your brain and support your body.
On reparenting yourself, transforming the pain of your past and living with a true sense of safety and Self.
On clean beauty, super-sustainable packaging and the glory of organic plant ingredients; a real education awaits you.
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