In this episode, Roxanne chats with Ezra Bookman, an accomplished Ritual Designer. They delve into Ezra's journey intersecting arts and spirituality, the significance of everyday rituals, and their role in managing transitions. They further discuss the importance of rituals within companies, particularly in onboarding new employees and fostering a strong company culture.
Quote: “Changes happen to us; transitions are the conscious, psychological decisions that we make to come to terms with change. R...
In this episode, Roxanne chats with Ezra Bookman, an accomplished Ritual Designer. They delve into Ezra's journey intersecting arts and spirituality, the significance of everyday rituals, and their role in managing transitions. They further discuss the importance of rituals within companies, particularly in onboarding new employees and fostering a strong company culture.
Quote: “Changes happen to us; transitions are the conscious, psychological decisions that we make to come to terms with change. Rituals are ways in which we can embody transitions and bring them out into shared experiences.” Ezra Bookman
Exactly what is a ritual, and how do they affect our lives? Some of the most recognizable rituals are marriages, funerals, graduations, coronations and presidential inaugurations, oaths of allegiance, dedication ceremonies, etc. On this episode of Authentic Living with Roxanne, we welcome ritual expert Ezra Bookman to share the benefits of rituals in the workplace and how they can help to improve morale & create a more connected community.
This was such a great interview packed with so much interesting information about workplace conflict that we decided to turn it into a 2-part series. Be sure to tune in again next week for part II.
Ezra is a nationally recognized experience designer, artist, and facilitator exploring the transformational power of ritual. He is the creator of Ritualist, a creative studio helping leaders cultivate more conscious companies and connected communities; the youngest member on the Board of Directors of The Secret City, an Obie Award-winning arts organization; and the former Artistic Director for Lab/Shul, an experimental, artist-driven, God-optional Jewish community in NYC.
Authentic Touch Points:
Ezra’s path to rituals. 2:00
What is a ritual? 5:30
The intersection of arts & rituals. 9:00
Why we need rituals. 14:00
Negative vs positive rituals. 18:00
Why companies seek out rituals. 22:00
The benefits of rituals in the workplace. 28:00
Ezra has collaborated with organizations like The Joy List, Reimagine Festival, The NYC Mayor’s Office, Ephemeral Tattoos, Rally, House of Yes, Reboot, and New York Zen Center for Contemplative Care, and has co-produced events featuring visionary thought-leaders and artists alike. His large-scale participatory performance art rituals were presented at Hammerstein Ballroom, Grand Prospect Hall, Tribeca Performing Arts Center, and the New York Academy of Medicine.
As I offer executive coaching, I encourage leaders to reach out for guidance about presenting their authentic selves to develop an improved workplace for everyone with less conflict.
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Stay Authentic,
Roxanne
Links:
Ezra’s websites:
Ezra Bookman: https://www.ezrabookman.com
Ritualist Life: https://www.ritualist.life
Ezra’s LinkedIn profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ezra-bookman/
Roxanne’s LinkedIn profile:https://www.linkedin.com/in/roxannederhodge/
Roxanne’s email: roxanne@roxannederhodge.com
Chat with Roxanne: https://roxannederhodge.com/chat/
Roxanne’s previous podcasts: https://roxannederhodge.com/blog/
(0:00) Introduction and Guest Ezra Bookman, a Ritual Designer
(2:47) Journey to becoming a Ritualist and the Intersection of Arts and Spirituality
(5:24) Significance of Day-to-Day Rituals and their Impact
(10:18) Intersection of Arts and Rituals
(14:19) Role of Rituals in Managing Transitions and Changes
(18:07) Importance of Rituals in Managing Changes in Companies
(21:13) Feelings of Loss and Anxiety Associated with Positive Changes
(22:23) Working with Companies in Different Contexts
(25:20) Onboarding New Employees and Importance of Company Culture
(30:38) Conclusion and Preview of the Next Episode
