232: Stephen Jenkinson - What is the role of ritual in love and life?

Allie Michelle is consciousness in a meatbag, returned. She's a poet, spoken word performer, certified meditation, yoga, and breathwork teacher, and the bestselling author of Explorations of a Cosmic Soul, The Rose That Blooms in the Night, and The Words Left Unspoken. Her new book, Don’t Wait to Light the Candles, is out now with Simon & Schuster. Her work explores vulnerability, love, grief, and the strength it takes to be soft.In this conversation, we explore the depths of poetry, life, creativity, and how writing can be a tool for healing, self-discovery, and living courageously. We also chat about her new book and artistic journey.Allie was first on the podcast way back in 2019, episode 20, if you want to listen to that time capsule, too.Follow her Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alliemichellelRead her Substack: https://substack.com/@alliemichellelBuy her new book: https://amzn.to/4wErTRXKeywords: poetry, creativity, life lessons, writing, self-discovery, new book, artistic process, inspirationKey TopicsThe role of poetry in healing and self-understandingAllie Michelle's creative process and inspirationThe challenges and rewards of sharing art authenticallyBalancing vulnerability and success in artistic expressionThe importance of living courageously and embracing uncertaintyChapters00:00 Introduction to Poetry and Life07:09 Exploring the Essence of Poetry15:08 The Journey of Writing a New Book23:09 Navigating Uncertainty and Personal Growth31:08 Embracing Authenticity in Writing40:54 The Impact of External Feedback47:32 Confronting Visibility and Success59:04 Where to find Allie_______________________________________Follow me on Instagram, @LongDistanceLoveBombs: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/longdistancelovebombs⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Check out my coaching and speaking: https://www.longdistancelovebombs.comRead my Substack: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://substack.com/@longdistancelovebombs⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Check out a list of my favorite books here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.amazon.com/shop/longdistancelovebombs⁠⁠_______________________________________

Stephen Jenkinson is a Canadian writer, teacher, and grief-whisperer. He holds master's degrees from Harvard (theology) and the University of Toronto (social work), spent years directing palliative care at Mount Sinai Hospital in Toronto, and has worked intimately with dying people and their families. He's the founder of the Orphan Wisdom School and the author of seven books, including the award-winning Die Wise and Come of Age: The Case for Elderhood in a Time of Trouble. He's also the subject of the documentary film Griefwalker. His work asks hard questions about what it means to live well, and he doesn't let any of us off easy.Keywords: love, matrimony, ritual, culture, grief, wisdom, transformation, relationships, tradition, initiationKey TopicsThe meaning of matrimony as a cultural and generational actThe relationship between grief, gratitude, and loveThe importance of tradition and formality in modern relationshipsThe concept of matrimony as mothering and culture-buildingThe Deep Wisdom of Matrimony and CultureEmbracing Limitations: The Heart of Love and RitualChapters00:00 Introduction to Stephen Jenkinson05:21 The Journey to the Orphan Wisdom School07:47 Farming and the Art of Attention12:16 Confronting Acceptance and Heartbreak15:53 Gratitude Born from Heartbreak20:24 Awareness and Change22:21 The Nature of Matrimony30:22 Longing for Real Connections32:30 The Evolution of Wedding Ceremonies36:30 Challenging Traditional Templates40:27 Rethinking Seating Arrangements44:29 The Role of Formality in Matrimony48:37 Patrimony vs. Matrimony52:32 The Nature of Rituals vs. Celebrations56:08 Embracing Limitations in Relationships58:41 The Grief of Transitioning into Marriage01:00:29 The Wisdom of Elders in Matrimony_______________________________________Follow me on Instagram, @LongDistanceLoveBombs: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/longdistancelovebombs⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Read my Substack: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://substack.com/@longdistancelovebombs⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sign up for my weekly newsletter!  Click here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://longdistancelovebombs.mykajabi.com/email⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. It's easy and takes five seconds.Check out a list of my favorite books here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.amazon.com/shop/longdistancelovebombs⁠_______________________________________

In this episode, Dr. Jeremy Goldberg sits down with Tad Hargrave, founder of Marketing for Hippies, to explore how marketing can be practiced ethically, beautifully, and effectively. Tad breaks down the distinctions between coercion and persuasion and shares practical ways to build trust, integrity, and reputation in business.Topics covered include:The fundamental difference between coercion and persuasion in marketingThe importance of ethics, truth, and alignment before sharing offersThe seven fundamentals of ethical marketing, including clear niching, compelling point of view, and filtering clientsHow to lower client risk cleverly with filtering and 'Are You Sure' pagesThe influence of reciprocity, social proof, and reputation in long-term successThe impact of coaching space, financial stability, and reputation managementCritique of manipulative tactics like urgency, scarcity, and high-pressure salesThe importance of authenticity, empathy, and beauty in marketing practicesA few things we discussed:Tad's website: Marketing for HippiesLock the Game: Ari GalperRobert Allen's Sales Letter ExampleBig Dream Program by Alex BasleyTad's Instagram_______________________________________Follow me on Instagram, @LongDistanceLoveBombs: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/longdistancelovebombs⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Read my Substack: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://substack.com/@longdistancelovebombs⁠⁠⁠⁠Sign up for my weekly newsletter!  Click here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://longdistancelovebombs.mykajabi.com/email⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. It's easy and takes five seconds.Check out a list of my favorite books here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.amazon.com/shop/longdistancelovebombs_______________________________________Timestamps:00:00 - Welcome and guest introduction02:09 - Who is Tad? His background and mission03:40 - Targeting resistant holistic practitioners and ethical marketing06:03 - Shift from "get the sale" mentality to honest alignment07:26 - Distinction between coercion and consent-based sharing08:58 - The role of ethics, space, and clear niches in marketing success10:22 - Building compelling points of view and filtering clients effectively11:31 - The metaphor of the spear: fundamentals and sharing12:11 - Persuasion vs coercion explained15:02 - Using worldview, diagnosis, and premises in marketing15:55 - The problem with gimmicks like urgency and scarcity16:43 - The ethics of scarcity and genuine urgency18:20 - The structure of effective marketing involving attention, filtering, and lowering risk21:49 - Empathy and speaking to clients' pain, fear, and desire points23:01 - Building credibility and value in offers24:00 - Managing high-risk scenarios ethically25:31 - The danger of exploiting pain or manufactured discontent27:48 - The importance of honesty and authenticity over tricks28:09 - The long-term value of reputation and integrity31:39 - Respectful, opt-in approach at workshops and events36:26 - Critique of manipulative marketing videos37:28 - How false promises and "automatic compliance" are unethical40:45 - The impact on self-respect and industry trust43:43 - Filtering clients through transparent pages and vetting processes45:04 - The power of honesty and clarity in decision-making46:35 - Ethical reflection in client engagement and pricing48:49 - Long-term reputation and sustainability in business53:05 - The collective importance of industry reputation55:46 - Final thoughts on ethical leadership and industry pitfalls56:17 - Common pet peeves: rationalizing coercive tactics58:40 - The lies behind "light" versus "dark" marketing approaches60:17 - The visual and linguistic errors in marketing that undermine trust61:55 - Cues from indigenous elders vs industry norms for ethics63:05 - Closing remarks and how to connect with Tad

Nikki Weaver teaches writing, yoga, and self-expression to women in prisons. She is the founder of On The Inside, an organization that builds a creative connection for incarcerated women, both individually and collectively, by telling stories, igniting hearts, and sparking dialogue. They aim to spread creative connections for women on the inside and outside by breaking down the walls that keep us apart. In this episode, we discuss the transformative power of creativity and poetry, the importance of community and connection, and the need for rehabilitation over punishment in the prison system. Nikki shares her personal journey, the impact of her work on her parenting, and the lessons learned from the women she teaches. The conversation emphasizes the humanity of incarcerated individuals and the potential for healing through storytelling and creative expression.Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ontheinside2Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Ontheinside.spaceWebsite: https://www.ontheinside.spaceLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/on-the-inside2/_______________________________________Follow me on Instagram, @LongDistanceLoveBombs: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/longdistancelovebombs⁠⁠⁠⁠Read my Substack: ⁠⁠⁠https://substack.com/@longdistancelovebombs⁠⁠⁠Sign up for my weekly newsletter!  Click here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://longdistancelovebombs.mykajabi.com/email⁠⁠⁠⁠. It's easy and takes five seconds.Check out a list of my favorite books here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.amazon.com/shop/longdistancelovebombs_______________________________________CHAPTERS00:00 Introduction to Creative Healing in Prisons05:41 The Evolution of Nikki's Work08:29 Transformative Power of Poetry and Movement11:26 Personal Growth Through Incarceration14:30 Understanding Incarcerated Individuals 17:21 Building Community and Connection20:21 The Importance of Forgiveness and Healing23:30 Navigating the Prison System26:23 The Role of Choice and Agency29:34 Creating a Culture of Care32:29 The Power of Play in Healing35:34 Logistics of Teaching in Prisons38:39 The Impact of Consistency and Reliability41:35 Empowerment Through Shared Stories43:12 Empowering Women Through Lived Experience45:44 The Somatic Experience of Healing 50:37 Finding Voice Through Movement56:23 Parenting Through Trauma and Healing01:03:47 The Need for Rehabilitation in Prisons01:07:19 Stories of Transformation and Healing01:13:59 Exploring Truth and Survival01:14:58 Compassion and Connection in Challenging EnvironmentsKEYWORDS: prison education, creativity, healing, poetry, yoga, rehabilitation, women's rights, storytelling, community building

Blake Kasemeier tells stories, mostly with words, and also makes videos you've probably watched on your phone before. He is a multifaceted content creator, writer, and poet, and in this chat, we dive into authenticity in art, the journey of content creation, and the importance of perspective. Blake shares his experiences navigating vulnerability in his work, the pressures of audience expectations, and the evolution of his creative expression. The discussion also touches on the shifting mindsets around success and the value of ordinary experiences in storytelling. Follow his Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blakeoftodaySubscribe to his Substack: https://substack.com/@blakeoftodayFollow his TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@blakeoftodaySubscribe to his YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@blakeoftoday_______________________________________Follow me on Instagram @LongDistanceLoveBombs: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/longdistancelovebombs⁠⁠⁠Read my Substack: ⁠⁠https://substack.com/@longdistancelovebombs⁠⁠Sign up for my weekly newsletter!  Click here: ⁠⁠⁠https://longdistancelovebombs.mykajabi.com/email⁠⁠⁠. It's easy and takes five seconds.Check out a list of my favorite books here: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.amazon.com/shop/longdistancelovebombsKeywords: content creation, art, authenticity, vulnerability, storytelling, social media, personal development, creativity, fatherhood

In this conversation, we share our intimate journey through pregnancy and childbirth, discussing the emotional and physical challenges we faced and reflecting on the support from family, the decisions made during labor, and the transition from a home birth to a hospital setting. Kendra Adachi⁠⁠ is walking a path of deep service to awaken a remembrance of the divinity within while encouraging connection with the divinity around us. She practices reverence for the body through emotional, physical, and spiritual modalities and feels our consumption is a choice that creates expansion or depletion. As a certified health coach with the Institute for Integrative Nutrition (click here to learn more: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/36Ctqhr⁠⁠⁠⁠), having completed the four levels of personal development through Integrity Seminars (click here to learn more: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/39A3HrJ⁠⁠⁠⁠), and having the gift of experiencing depression and mental illness, she has chosen to love her unique story and utilize its lessons to support others on their journey.She holds space for women and men as a conduit to reconnect with their erotic truth through ⁠⁠1-1 mentorship⁠⁠ and group containers. She believes the body is a sacred guide and that as we choose to worship it with acceptance, approval, and permission, we become unwavering in our agency and sovereignty. Kendra believes in honoring our true appetite and savoring life, that food is an extension of our divine experience. She's leading a movement where women are coming together to dismantle the narratives that have starved us and reclaim our innate hunger and satiation with our bodies, expression, and primal power. Email Kendra at ⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠ to learn more.Follow her on Instagram here: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/adachikendra⁠⁠⁠Check out her website here: ⁠⁠⁠http://www.adachikendra.com⁠⁠⁠_____________________________________________Follow me on Instagram @LongDistanceLoveBombs: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/longdistancelovebombs⁠⁠⁠Sign up for my weekly newsletter!  Each week, I share a personal story and my favorite books, tunes, articles, and ideas.  Click here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://longdistancelovebombs.mykajabi.com/email⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.  It's easy and takes five seconds.Check out a list of 120 of my favorite books here, including many my guests have written and recommend reading: ⁠⁠⁠https://bookshop.org/shop/LDLB⁠⁠⁠Here is all of my favorite stuff on the planet: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.longdistancelovebombs.com/favoritesChapters0:00 Introduction to the Journey of Parenthood2:24 Preparing for Birth: Insights and Experiences5:14 The Anticipation of Labor Begins8:01 The Early Stages of Labor10:56 Navigating the Challenges of Contractions13:30 The Emotional Rollercoaster of Labor16:09 The Transition to the Hospital19:11 Facing the Unknown: Decisions in Labor21:42 The Hospital Experience BeginsKeywords: birth, labor, home birth, hospital, parenting, family support, emotional journey, childbirth, pregnancy, decision making

Janne Robinson is a poet, author, coach, and the founder of Your Truth is Your Medicine, a year-long program that has supported over 1,000 people in creating authentic belonging across every area of their lives: career, relationships, family, place, voice, and self.For over a decade, Janne has guided people in building lives and businesses rooted in truth and meaning. Through more than 200 one-on-one purpose sessions, she helps entrepreneurs and CEOs identify their authentic gifts and shape careers that align with who they truly are. She also works within organizations and companies to foster cultures of meaning and belonging.Janne’s work lives at the intersection of truth, purpose, and meaning. Whether she’s working with someone individually or speaking to thousands through her programs, her mission is to help people come home to who they uniquely are and build lives from that place.She is the author of two books of poetry, ‘This is for the Women Who Don’t Give a Fuck’ and ‘There’s Cobwebs on Her Vagina’ with over 23,000 copies sold globally and some poems read 2 million+ times. Her work has been featured on The Today Show, in Women’s Health Magazine, The Sydney Morning Herald, Forbes, CBC, The Huffington Post, and Inc. Business Magazine.Sign up for the free online program, Meet Yourself In Truth: https://janne-robinson.mykajabi.com/a/2148081458/R34b9Hpz.Follow her Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jannerobinsonScope her website: https://www.jannerobinson.com_______________________________________Follow me on Instagram @LongDistanceLoveBombs: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/longdistancelovebombs⁠⁠Read my Substack: ⁠https://substack.com/@longdistancelovebombs⁠Sign up for my weekly newsletter!  Click here: ⁠⁠https://longdistancelovebombs.mykajabi.com/email⁠⁠. It's easy and takes five seconds.Check out a list of my favorite books here: ⁠⁠https://www.amazon.com/shop/longdistancelovebombsCHAPTERS:00:00 The Reunion: A Warm Welcome07:19 Janne Robinson: A Multifaceted Creator10:08 The Journey to Authentic Belonging13:11 Your Truth is Your Medicine: A New Program16:29 Facing the Truth: The Importance of Environment19:22 Vices and Numbing: The First Step to Change22:24 The Power of Choice and Truth25:15 The Courage to Change: A Personal Story28:29 Finding Freedom Through Truth31:17 The Role of Honesty in Relationships41:36 Evolving Relationships: Embracing Change in Love44:37 The Power of Small Truths: Honesty in Everyday Choices46:00 Self-Abandonment: The Quiet Betrayal of Our Truths48:22 The Cost of Dishonesty: Impact on Relationships50:44 Navigating Non-Negotiables: The Importance of Clarity53:00 Radical Honesty: A Path to Authentic Connections56:01 The Weight of Dishonesty: Recognizing Self-Deception58:29 Grace and Humility: Balancing Truth with Compassion01:02:04 Continuous Commitment: The Journey of Honesty01:04:54 Creating Safe Spaces: The Importance of Open Communication01:14:53 Introduction to Janne's Program01:15:51 The Impact of Janne's Coaching

Amy Young is a speaker, intuitive, and coach who helps women unravel old narratives, reclaim their power, and rise into the most authentic, unstoppable version of themselves. Known for her fierce honesty and depth-meets-humor style, Amy draws on her connection with the Divine Feminine to guide transformational breakthroughs. She is the creator of INVINCIBLE, a rite-of-passage experience for women who are navigating the Unknown and ready to embody their full expression. Whether through her online content or signature programs, Amy is here to remind you that the sun will rise again, and so will you.Follow her Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amyyoungcoCheck out her website: https://amyyoungcoaching.com⁠_______________________________________Follow me on Instagram @LongDistanceLoveBombs: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/longdistancelovebombs⁠Read my Substack: https://substack.com/@longdistancelovebombsSign up for my weekly newsletter!  Click here: ⁠https://longdistancelovebombs.mykajabi.com/email⁠. It's easy and takes five seconds.Check out a list of my favorite books here: ⁠https://www.amazon.com/shop/longdistancelovebombs

Jason Markow (known around the web as '@TEKSTartist') has been slinging designs from his southern California studio since 2011. His techniques often combine digital and traditional mediums to create visual representations of powerful quotes.His work hangs in the homes and offices of Jason Mraz, Chuck Palahniuk, Alexis Ohanian, Gary Vaynerchuk, and fans across all 50 US States and 34 countries around the globe.Use coupon code JEREMYWASRIGHT to get 25% off, i.e., save some cash, at his TEKSTARTIST website: https://tekstartist.com/products/ascent-jeremy-goldberg-collaboration?variant=45273417613474His Instagram, which is full of amazing work: https://www.instagram.com/TEKSTartist/His Twitter: https://twitter.com/tekstartistSign up for his weekly newsletter to see the newest designs: https://tekstartist.beehiiv.com/_______________________________________Follow me on Instagram @LongDistanceLoveBombs: https://www.instagram.com/longdistancelovebombsSign up for my weekly newsletter!  Click here: https://longdistancelovebombs.mykajabi.com/email. It's easy and takes five seconds.Check out a list of my favorite books here: https://www.amazon.com/shop/longdistancelovebombs

Caleb Campbell is a West Point graduate and former Army Officer. Tired of feeling guilty for 'living the dream' of being a professional football player in the NFL and sick of turning to alcohol, drugs, and sex to numb that pain, Caleb moved to Canada and spent years sleeping on the basement floor of a pastor's home. He has since spent almost a decade on a self-discovery journey, healing his emotional trauma and processing the pain that was keeping him stuck and destroying his life. He is now a renowned public speaker. Check out his website: ⁠https://www.calebcampbell.me⁠ Follow him on Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/caleb_campbell⁠ Chapters 1:25 New Chapter 2:12 Exploring Fatherhood and Grief 5:41 The Surprising Nature of Grief 11:14 Navigating Changes in Relationships 16:52 Understanding Grief as a Teacher 22:19 Finding Flow Amidst Grief 27:27 The Weight of Grief 30:22 Befriending Grief for Growth 32:37 Creating Space for Grief 35:27 Navigating Grief in Relationships 40:57 The Healing Power of Vulnerability 46:46 Rituals and Ceremonies for Grief 57:44 Introduction to Grief and Connection 58:15 Resources and Community Engagement Keywords: grief, parenthood, vulnerability, connection, communication, renewal, emotional health, fatherhood, personal growth, relationships ___________________________________ Walk with Jeremy on the Camino in Spain: https://longdistancelovebombs.mykajabi.com/Camino Follow Jeremy on Instagram @LongDistanceLoveBombs: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/longdistancelovebombs⁠⁠ Sign up for Jeremy's weekly newsletter! Each week, I share a personal story and my favorite books, tunes, articles, and ideas. Click here: ⁠⁠https://longdistancelovebombs.mykajabi.com/email⁠⁠. It's easy and takes five seconds. Check out a list of 100 of Jeremy's favorite books here, including many his guests have written and recommend reading: ⁠⁠https://www.amazon.com/shop/longdistancelovebombs⁠⁠. Here is all of Jeremy's favorite stuff on the planet: ⁠⁠https://www.longdistancelovebombs.com/favorites