Where We’re From and What We’re Rooted In

We are in the darkness of the womb right now, in the midwinter. What are we going to birth forth? This week we talk about where we’re from and where we’re currently taking root in these uncertain times. In seasons of upheaval it helps to remember who our safe spaces are, what weird stuff the soft animal of our body loves, and how we can integrate all we’ve been with who we are and what is ours to do right now. If, like us, you find yourself wandering through the wilderness of the current moment, here are some questions we hope help tether you back to you.Where am I from? (What places, spaces, and people made you, you. Celebrate them, grieve them, just be honest about your experiences.)What beliefs have I emerged from that need to be set aside? (What no longer aligns with truth? What old ways of doing things do you need to shed?)What is inviting you to more of you and more of grace, love and joy? (Is it nerding out about scripture or birds? Awesome, do it with all your heart and invite others into it too.We need people who are alive and in love.) Cool stuff we mention this episode (or meant to anyways):The Ezra Klein Show - Don’t Believe HimCharles Hartshorne - Omnipotence and other Theological MistakesThresholds by: John O’DonohueShoutout to Rockwall and Fairgrove. We love you, it’s complicated.Chapters00:00 Pilgrimage and the Power of Place01:47 Distractions on the Journey03:27 Reintroducing Radical Sacred07:34 The Evolution of Spirituality10:53 Reflections on Past Beliefs14:46 The Nature of Change in Faith23:26 The Transformative Power of Love25:43 Empathy and Connection in Challenging Times27:28 Finding Joy and Community Amidst Chaos32:50 Anchoring Spirituality in Changing Times39:01 Embracing Authenticity and Personal Growth