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EPISODE · Oct 2, 2024 · 54 MIN

Pilgrimage to self, and each other, with Kelly and Jess

from Radical Sacred · host Jenny Misslin and Phillip Dieke

Krista Tippet says  “learning to love is the longest pilgrimage of our lives.” We are thrilled to welcome Kelly Slaven and Jessica Brazzeal of The Haven Wellness Center to share with us about their pilgrimage of love.Kelly and Jess share with us about coming out, finding love with one another, and building a life that feels authentic and true to them, together. We love a good love story at Radical Sacred and Jess and Kelly's is one we can’t wait for you to hear! It can be scary to allow your life to unfold in new ways and we are grateful to Kelly and Jess for sharing their journey with us.We start this episode off with the gorgeous poem The Invitation by Oriah Mountain Dreamer.Chapters00:00 The Invitation to Presence and Awareness02:47 Exploring the Concept of Pilgrimage05:52 Navigating Identity and Relationships09:05 Choosing Authenticity Over Comfort12:08 The Role of Community in Personal Journeys14:49 Finding Guides and Role Models18:00 Spiritual Growth and Transformation21:00 Creating Safe Spaces for Healing23:50 The Journey of Self-Acceptance27:14 Reflections on Parenting and Growth30:04 The Joy of Connection and Shared Experiences32:55 The Importance of Vulnerability in Relationships35:48 Building a Practice Based on Values38:51 The Power of Music and Art in Healing42:06 Embracing Change and New Beginnings44:46 The Journey Continues: Looking Ahead

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Krista Tippet says  “learning to love is the longest pilgrimage of our lives.” We are thrilled to welcome Kelly Slaven and Jessica Brazzeal of The Haven Wellness Center to share with us about their pilgrimage of love.Kelly and Jess share with us about coming out, finding love with one another, and building a life that feels authentic and true to them, together. We love a good love story at Radical Sacred and Jess and Kelly's is one we can’t wait for you to hear! It can be scary to allow your life to unfold in new ways and we are grateful to Kelly and Jess for sharing their journey with us.We start this episode off with the gorgeous poem The Invitation by Oriah Mountain Dreamer.Chapters00:00 The Invitation to Presence and Awareness02:47 Exploring the Concept of Pilgrimage05:52 Navigating Identity and Relationships09:05 Choosing Authenticity Over Comfort12:08 The Role of Community in Personal Journeys14:49 Finding Guides and Role Models18:00 Spiritual Growth and Transformation21:00 Creating Safe Spaces for Healing23:50 The Journey of Self-Acceptance27:14 Reflections on Parenting and Growth30:04 The Joy of Connection and Shared Experiences32:55 The Importance of Vulnerability in Relationships35:48 Building a Practice Based on Values38:51 The Power of Music and Art in Healing42:06 Embracing Change and New Beginnings44:46 The Journey Continues: Looking Ahead

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Krista Tippet says  “learning to love is the longest pilgrimage of our lives.” We are thrilled to welcome Kelly Slaven and Jessica Brazzeal of The Haven Wellness Center to share with us about their pilgrimage of love.Kelly and Jess share with us...

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