How can we tap into a deeper source of energy when we need it? One of the most effective ways to let vitality flow in our lives is to connect with and embody our values: those qualities that make our lives feel meaningful. In this episode, you’ll learn a short exercise that I do with coaching clients who want to learn more about their personal values and use them to channel greater vitality.

We cover:

*Where we are in the natural cycles: early Summer

*Dams as an example of dominant culture’s desire to control vitality

*What it looks like for vitality to be cut off

*Ways you can tap into your values and channel the inherent energy that comes with being alive

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Resources:

* “Rooting In: A Collective Grounding Exercise” (free 20-minute call on July 7th): https://www.eventbrite.com/e/rooting-in-a-collective-grounding-exercise-tickets-111686595614

* Nature-based HR: Summer Strategies (Part ⅓): https://drive.google.com/file/d/17JYKbz1MviN1LXeWEv4q5fhYfoToqntw/view?usp=sharing

* Career Coaching Services: http://awildnewwork.com/coaching

* HR Coaching Services: http://awildnewwork.com/hr-consulting

* Why We Should Stop Building Dams: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nvzx1QCXCes&t=225s

* Environmental Impacts of Dams: https://www.internationalrivers.org/environmental-impacts-of-dams

* American Rivers Organization: https://www.americanrivers.org/

About Megan:

Megan Leatherman, MS, PHR, is the founder and director of A Wild New Work, an ecological career and organizational development agency based in the Pacific Northwest. As a mentor, nature lover, writer and speaker, Megan has helped hundreds of professionals feel more aligned in their careers. She has a Master’s degree in conflict resolution, experience in Human Resources, and believes that our work can be a spiritual practice. You can learn more about her at http://awildnewwork.com/about.