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Listen "Episode 22: Finding Meaning, Hope & Purpose In These Times with Ganga Devi Braun"
Episode Synopsis
In this episode of The Connected Way, I connect with Ganga Devi Braun, a fellow Interspiritual minister who is incredibly well-read and always has interesting insights to share. We discuss powerful concepts from various traditions and philosophies, some of which provide some perspective, meaning and even possibly hope amidst these wildly disconnected times.TUNE IN TO EPISODE 22 TO LEARN ABOUT:The Jewish concepts of Tikkun Olam (repair of the world) and Tikkun HaNefesh (repair of the soul) - frameworks for personal and collective healing and the purpose of life.The Buddhist concept of Bodhichitta - the goal of enlightenment with the intention of continued incarnation to enlighten and liberate all beings. Integral Theory & Spiral Dynamics - societal evolution on a spiral with different experiences as we evolve. And the hope Ganga has for Kamala Harris’s presidency in moving us forward.The Fourth Turning (Strauss-Howe’s Generational Theory) - as a society, do we move through cycles of 20-30 years. Ganga sees the potential of this election to mark the end of a crisis period and the start of societal renewal.How all of these concepts are playing out right now in history and the meaning, purpose and hope we can find from connecting with and grounding into them.ABOUT OUR GUEST: Ganga Devi Braun is a regenerative practitioner, advisor, and developmental partner to the leaders, nurturers, and visionaries shaping regenerative futures.You can learn more on her website at www.gangadevibraun.com and subscribe to her blog and podcast on her substack The Living World. She is also on Instagram @ganga_devi.RESOURCES: Explanation of Tikkun Olam & Tikkun Hanefesh Explanation of BodhicittaExplanation of Spiral DynamicsSpiral Dynamics on wikipedia including the different colors and parts of the spiral The Fourth TurningWikipedia Explanation PDF Explanation of Theory and cycles Devin refers to in episodeLEARN MORE & SUPPORT THE SHOW:Follow Rev Dev on InstagramFollow Rev Dev on FacebookFollow Rev Dev on TikTok Sign up for the newsletter Donate on venmo to support the podcast Donate on paypal to support the podcastContact Rev DevFor full show notes and resources, please visit the blog: https://www.theconnectedway.com/podcast/episode-22
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