Conversations on A More Beautiful Way

Politics, Embodiment, and the Practice of Paying Attention with Beth Silvers

About this EpisodeIn this conversation, Beth and Bethaney explore themes of personal growth, spirituality, and the complexities of navigating identity and political discourse. They discuss the importance of beginning with self-awareness, particularly through the lens of physicality and breath, and how this practice informs their work and interactions with the world. The conversation also delves into the role of grief in political life, the challenges of changing perspectives in public discourse, and the significance of community and connection in fostering energy and momentum for change.Chapters* Introduction and Background* Beginning with the Body and Breath* Navigating Pain and Fatigue* Spirituality and Faith Journey* Research and Media Consumption* Finding One's Voice in Media* Reflections on Racial Identity* Changing Perspectives in Public Discourse* The Role of Grief in Political Life* Energy and Momentum in Community* Closing Thoughts and PracticesKeywordsconversation, spirituality, media, grief, identity, political discourse, personal growth, self-awareness, community, healingTakeaways to Contemplate* Beginning with the body and breath is essential for self-awareness.* Pain and fatigue can be seen as companions rather than obstacles.* Flexibility in belief systems can lead to deeper understanding.* Policy cannot solve every issue; some questions remain unanswerable.* Trusting one's own voice is crucial in media consumption.* Grief is a manifestation of love and connection.Links GaloreRead Beth’s Substack, Thoughts & Prayers. Listen to and follow Pantsuit Politics. Preorder my book, A More Beautiful Way to Live. www.bethaneywilkinson.com / hello@bethaneywilkinson.com / @bethaney.bree This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.amorebeautifulway.co

11: When the Soul Grows Restless with Matt Reynolds

Listening to our soul in all seasons, but especially those of restlessness, is hard, but rewarding work. In today’s episode, you get to hear Matt’s story of listening to the restlessness of his soul and pursuing a richer life through vulnerability. Matt and I discuss:playing in communitynavigating transitions in our identitylistening for restlessness of our soulsimportance for vulnerabilitythe need for community Episode Notes:For the episode transcript, click here. Learn More About Stoke: https://www.stokethefire.live/aboutLearn More About the January 2024 Stoke Retreat: https://www.stokethefire.live/eventsA More Beautiful Way is an exploration of what it takes to slow down, create sacred space, and bring healing hearts, minds & bodies to the work of social change. To learn more and read along, go to https://www.amorebeautifulway.co/. To keep up with us, you can follow us on Instagram: @amorebeautifulway –  https://www.instagram.com/amorebeautifulway/--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bethaney-wilkinson/message This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.amorebeautifulway.co

10: Learning How to Tell Ourselves the Truth with Danielle Lyles Barton

Learning how to tell the truth about who we are is among the bravest and most challenging work we do. It is also essential for our growth and flourishing. In today’s podcast, you get to hear Danielle’s story of shedding old identities and stepping more fully into her sacred work and identity. Danielle and I discuss:shedding layers of conditioning and expectations choosing to not become a biological motherthe liberating power of Black storytellingmaking space for our healing and evolutionlistening to and learning from our inner childrenheartache’s ability to water the seeds of our growththe nuances of intergenerational healing Episode Notes:For the episode transcript, click here.Learn more about Danielle here: https://bloomingallover.co/The link to learn more about the retreat and receive The Re:naissance Within Reflection Guide:https://bloomingallover.myflodesk.com/renaissancereflectionguideA More Beautiful Way is an exploration of what it takes to slow down, create sacred space, and bring healing hearts, minds & bodies to the work of social change. To learn more and read along, go to https://www.amorebeautifulway.co/. To keep up with us, you can follow us on Instagram: @amorebeautifulway –  https://www.instagram.com/amorebeautifulway/--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bethaney-wilkinson/message This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.amorebeautifulway.co

09: Embodiment as a Healing Pathway with Dr. Cherini Ghobrial

What does it look like to be connected to our minds and our bodies in today’s society? This A More Beautiful Way Conversation with Dr. Cherini Ghobrial is a thought provoking reflection on what it looks like to feel your feelings, come home to your body and live embodied. Cherini and I discuss:being conditioned to be a high achiever chronic pain and fatigue living in the present, moment by moment coming home to yourself and somatic therapy feeling your feelings and coming back into your bodycountercultural living focused on healing and liberation the rapture of being alive and aliveness as a human right Learn more about Dr. Cherini Ghobrial - Cherini’s website Episode Notes:For the episode transcript, click here. A More Beautiful Way is an exploration of what it takes to slow down, create sacred space, and bring healing hearts, minds & bodies to the work of social change. To learn more and read along, go to https://www.amorebeautifulway.co/. To keep up with us, you can follow us on Instagram: @amorebeautifulway –  https://www.instagram.com/amorebeautifulway/--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bethaney-wilkinson/message This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.amorebeautifulway.co

08: Living Resistance with Author + Poet Kaitlin Curtice

What does it look like to hold the nuances of resistance, decolonization, storytelling, and everyday flourishing in today’s world? This A More Beautiful Way Conversation with Kaitlin Curtice is a thoughtful, shared reflection on what it looks like to slow down, to tend to our wounds, to build connection through storytelling and to continue on the journey of healing and decolonization. Kaitlin and I discuss: the daily habits that ground the morning and orient our days the need for grief and ritual as we move through life’s endings how the wisdom of children is vital in our creation of a more beautiful future and world the meaning of decolonization, both personally and collectively the complexity of indigeneity and the importance of learning from indigenous peoples around the world  rooting in gratitude as a spiritual practice  writing and creativity as a pathway home This conversation is delightful and my hope is that you find nourishment for your inner and outer journey through listening. About KaitlinKaitlin Curtice is an award-winning author, poet-storyteller, and public speaker. As an enrolled citizen of the Potawatomi nation, Kaitlin writes on the intersections of spirituality and identity and how that shifts throughout our lives. She also speaks on these topics to diverse audiences who are interested in truth-telling and healing. As an inter-spiritual advocate, Kaitlin participates in conversations on topics such as colonialism in faith communities, and she has spoken at many conferences on the importance of inter-faith relationships. Her new book, Living Resistance: An Indigenous Vision for Seeking Wholeness Every Day, examines the journey of resisting the status quo of hate by caring for ourselves, one another, and Mother Earth. Besides her books, Kaitlin has written online for Sojourners, Religion News Service, Apartment Therapy, On Being, SELF Magazine, Oprah Daily, and more. Her work has been featured on CBS and in USA Today. She also writes at The Liminality Journal. Kaitlin lives in Philadelphia with her family.Subscribe to Kaitlin’s Substack - The Liminality JournalLearn more about Kaitlin’s Work - Kaitlin’s WebsiteBuy Kaitlin’s Newest Book - Living Resistance: An Indigenous Vision for Seeking Wholeness EverydayFor the episode transcript, click here. A More Beautiful Way is an exploration of what it takes to slow down, create sacred space, and bring healing hearts, minds & bodies to the work of social change. To learn more and read along, go to https://www.amorebeautifulway.co/. To keep up with us, you can follow us on Instagram: @amorebeautifulway –  https://www.instagram.com/amorebeautifulway/--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bethaney-wilkinson/message This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.amorebeautifulway.co