Pause for Peace: For Love

Episode OverviewIn this deeply moving episode of "Pause for Peace," host Laura presents Dorothy Oger's stirring poem "For Love" - a powerful meditation on choosing love and compassion even in the midst of personal and global turmoil. This midweek pause offers listeners a moment of reflection, healing, and hope through the transformative power of poetry.Featured ContentPoem: "For Love" by Dorothy OgerTheme: Standing for love in troubled timesFormat: Poetry reading with reflective commentaryDuration: Midweek pause episodeKey Themes ExploredResilience Through Love: How to maintain compassion despite personal strugglesGlobal Consciousness: Expanding our circle of care beyond our immediate surroundingsHope in Dark Times: Finding light amid worldwide challengesPresence as Power: The transformative impact of witnessing and open-hearted presencePeace Through Poetry: Using art as a tool for nervous system regulation and healingEpisode HighlightsOpening reflection on offering presence and love in uncertain timesFull reading of Dorothy Oger's poem "For Love"Discussion of standing for love "even with a broken soul"Exploration of choosing light over darkness, love over fearMessage of hope for children's safety and open bordersGuest Spotlight: Dorothy OgerDorothy Oger is a trilingual coach, facilitator, speaker, artistic harvester, songwriter and poet. She is a deep listener who reflects complex experiences through poetry and intuitive drawing. She is skilled at creating a sense of safety and trust while encouraging you to step out of your comfort zone. You can learn more about Dorothy’s coaching, poetry and artistic work on her website.About "Pause for Peace"Each week, host Laura Davis pairs beautiful imagery with meaningful poetry, offering listeners a respite for both heart and nervous system. These midweek pauses provide essential moments of reflection, healing, and inspiration in our complex world.The Writer's Journey with Laura Davis is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.Subscribe to The Writer's Journey with Laura Davis on Substack to receive regular posts like these, as well as beautifully curated poems, essays, and photographs to build courage, resilience and creativity.You can subscribe here: https://laurasaridavis.substack.comYou can find information about Laura’s writing classes, workshops, and international retreats at: https://lauradavis.net/  This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit laurasaridavis.substack.com/subscribe