We Are The Great Turning

Ep 4: There Is No Future if We Go Numb


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We recorded this conversation just after news broke of the Biden administration’s approval of the controversial Willow Project, opening up millions of wilderness acres in Alaska to new fossil fuel drilling. Jess captured in real time how Joanna processes the fresh outrage and sorrow of this insult to the planet from the very culpable powers that be. It’s a master class in being present with these feelings—feelings that can give rise to determination, courage, and recommitment to our shared purpose.

In this episode:

  • As the news of the Willow Project breaks, Joanna flows through outrage and sorrow 
  • The second step on the spiral: what does it mean to honor our pain, and how do we do it?
  • Bonus Exercise: Breathing Through
  • We recommend starting a podcast club with friends or family to do these practices together. Links and assets to help prompt reflection and build community can be found with every episode on WeAreTheGreatTurning.com

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