Citizens of the Globe

#18 Cynthia Maltez-Ortegaray on Remaining Resilient in The Face of War, Abuse, And Divorce.

One of Five Sisters, Cynthia Maltez-Ortegaray weaves us through the complexities of her War torn childhood in Nicaragua, the tribulations of motherhood and marriage, and the unfortunate realities  of abuse. Although her life has been undeniably tumultuous, Cynthia remains standing more resilient than ever before. Her power is in her vulnerability, she has learned many lessons and is no longer staying silent or making her self small. She aims to share her wisdom with the world; so that you may walk away with the knowledge but none of her scars.

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#17 Orion McAllister, A Spiritualist on a Mission of Radical Love and Empathy

Ocean Beach, California, a harbor of vulnerability and acceptance; also the birthplace of Orion McAllister's mission to connect the world and all beings through understanding, conversation, and Love. Dawning his red garments Orion, travels down the streets and into the hearts of Ocean Beach every Wednesday with a new message. The day I met him his message was to "Vibrate to the similarities, and not the differences." and on this episode, through insightful and challenging conversation, we expand on what exactly that means. . No topic too taboo, no question too controversial. Weaving through topics ranging from the crack epidemic to sexual abuse to psychology and psychedelics, Orion and I make a concerted effort to navigate the difficult landscapes of our present day issues, in order to provide humanity with alternative perspectives.

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#16 Vulnerability

There is power in being vulnerable and yet it feels so unnatural to many of us. This week we briefly discuss some of my experience and perspective on becoming more comfortable with vulnerability.

Watch these  Ted Talks ASAP:

The power of vulnerability | Brené Brown

Listening to shame | Brené Brown

#15 Be Present, Not Perfect.

This week we explore a common issue in relationships, and that is emotional unavailability.

#14 Stop! Collaborate and Listen.

Have you ever wondered why compromise never feels like a great solution? In this episode we talk about that,  as well as some neuroscience surrounding perception and mirror neurons! 

#13 Running Your Depression Away?

Are all the athletic people in the world onto something when they say "an active lifestyle keeps the depression at bay", or are they missing something?

 

Neurogenesis Ted Talk

#12 The Teachers of The Universe

There are lessons all around us. 

#11 Your Very Own Constitution

We don't try to keep all the laws that govern our society in our head, we write them down!

#10 The Danger of Validation

Are you subconsciously reinforcing unhealthy patterns of behavior?

#9 Wu Wei ; Non-Action

This week we explore how forcing yourself to do something may be what's holding you back from doing!