Authentic Unraveling - a podcast by Integer Network

What happens when your boat starts to wobble? Most of us panic—but what if curiosity could change everything? In this episode, host Jana sits down with Karen, an Integer coach who blends science and theater to help people navigate life's uncertainties. They explore a powerful shift: instead of judging the wobble as bad, what if you got curious about it? Karen shares how asking "I wonder why?" instead of "What's wrong?" can transform moments of unraveling into opportunities for discovery. Learn practical ways to cultivate curiosity, even when—especially when—you don't have all the answers.

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In this episode, we chat with Shawn Buck about what it means to authentically unravel—and how choosing unconventional paths can lead to unexpected joy. Shawn shares his story of leaving university to pursue meaningful work in Cape Town, navigating the tension between freedom and stability, and building something magical in the process.

But here's where it gets really good: Shawn founded  the Cape Town Chapter of Silent Book Club, a movement that's brought together thousands of people to read in public spaces—from breweries to trains to parks. What started as a hope that five friends would show up has become 150+ people gathering three times a month, creating community around one simple act: reading together in silence.

Join us as we explore how our generation is redefining what "success" looks like, why it's okay to not have all the answers, and how finding your people might just be as simple as showing up to read a book in a brewery with 300 strangers.

Find Silent Book Club Cape Town on Instagram and discover your next gathering.

https://www.instagram.com/cptsilentbookclub/

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In this powerful conversation, Jolanda and Maurisa from Nation Builder join host Jana Belter to explore the critical wellness crisis facing nonprofit leaders and social impact teams. They unpack the hidden costs of burnout culture, discuss what authentic unraveling means in the social sector, and announce an exciting partnership between Nation Builder and Integer Network to bring coaching support to nonprofit leaders.

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We talk a lot about unraveling, but what about the reraveling? Join Jana as she shares the rebuilding side of transformation and three game-changing tools that helped her redesign her life:

➡ StrengthsFinder - Learning to love the parts of yourself you thought were flaws

➡ Love Languages - Discovering how to actually connect with others

➡ The Enneagram - Understanding your wiring and finding empathy

"Inner work can be messy, but it's the most empowering work you can do. It's the gift you give yourself, but also the world."

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In this episode, Louwrens Scheepers, shares his personal journey with unraveling, depression and the power of compassionate communication. His story is vulnerable, relatable and a gift. Louwrens also gives a basic overview of Compassionate Communication and the way it has impacted his life. 

References from the episode:

C.A.R.E. download is available on our website. 

Compassionate Communication can be offered as:

- a 6 hour workshop: contact [email protected] for more info

- an online 5 week workshop: contact [email protected] for more info

- as a self-paced online course for just $50: www.integernetwork.com or email [email protected] for the Rand purchase pathway

- an online certificate course through Fletcher Seminary. Next class starts September 2025. 

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"If I could give everyone a superpower, it would be a feeling of belonging—because when we feel like we belong without needing to perform, we become better people." 

In our latest conversation, I sat down with Christie, founder of The Parent Hub and Boss Moms groups, to explore what real community looks like in our isolated world.

We dove deep into:
🔹 The difference between being surrounded by people vs. truly belonging
🔹 Why vulnerability creates stronger connections than perfection
🔹 How authentic community transforms both personal growth and business success
🔹 Practical steps to find your people (hint: it starts with getting off Instagram and showing up!)

Christie's journey from people-pleasing to building genuine community will resonate with anyone who's ever felt alone in a crowd or exhausted from trying to be everything to everyone.

Ready to discover the superpower of belonging?
Connect with Christie:
🌐 Website: https://linktr.ee/the.parent_hub 
💼 LinkedIn: https://za.linkedin.com/in/christie-buss-b2a110318 
Join our Integer Network community:
https://www.integernetwork.com//businesshub/integer-network-community

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Most of us carry a desire to live a life of purpose. To make a difference. For what we do to matter. 

I know I do. 

In this episode I share more about how our work at Integer Network is creating a channel through which I can live out this desire. And maybe you could too. 

If you have listened to this and want to hear more, please reach out to me by emailing [email protected]

If you would like to set up a once-off or recurring donation you can reach out to [email protected] or go to https://www.integernetwork.com/ and follow the button "contribute" to give through the website. 

Even the smallest contribution helps us to continue the work we are doing. 

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Ruth is a birth keeper, space holder, mother, friend and conscious "unravel-er".

Explore all of Ruth's offerings on her website and be sure to have a look at her book! 

https://truemidwifery.com

https://truemidwifery.com/buy-books/

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In this episode David "Pep" Peppler unpacks his book "Discerning God's Puzzling Call for Every Believer". This conversation is fun, deep, practical and just very inspiring. 

If you enjoy listening to Pep and want to dig deeper into this topic then sign up for his webinar on the 24th of April by following the link below: 

https://www.integernetwork.com/event-details/the-power-of-coaching-for-spiritual-discernment

Browse his coaching packages and reach out to make use of the 15% discount:

https://www.integernetwork.com/david-peppler

Buy his book here: 

https://www.amazon.com/Discerning-Gods-Puzzling-Every-Believer-ebook/dp/B0DCV4D25Y/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2E362YMZ95KU2&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.P-WyhbbFICnoq0KHw2VSR0_HwrgBJ_kBhNlmlqNPEXE.NPhhBpwu3NSl8YabkKd-NipnVu07uet2lo7xc35cxcM&dib_tag=se&keywords=david+peppler&qid=1741159366&sprefix=david+pepp%2Caps%2C289&sr=8-1

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What does an authentic unraveling look like for men in a world that has created such hard and fast rules about the masculine and feminine expression of emotions. 

Join me and clinical psychologist, James Scott, as we explore this question and share from our own lives. 

We're all about that raw and vulnerable process. Ready to meet us in that space?

And for our South African audience - be sure to check out James' book "Dan Sien Ons Mekaar" available here.

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