There’s something that each of us knows, Y’know, that thing that we KNOW with all of our heart. It changes throughout our lives, sometimes even during the course of a month, a week, or a day, each formed by our experiences, our relationships, our loves, our loss, and everything in between. Deborah Cautela shares a remarkable insight about this aspect of hope, love, and life that unfolds Some links to shareDeborah Cautela, massage therapist and founder of Massage Therapy & Movement in Camden, Maine, believes a respectful touch creates the foundation upon which all bodywork develops. Additional insights and wisdom can be found on her blog. Knives Out was written and directed by Rian Johnson, has an all-star cast, and presents a murder mystery fraught with comedy and drama. You can review all the details at the IMDB site, here. If you liked this episode, please leave a review wherever you listen to podcasts; reviews help other people find their way to this imaginary coffee shop. Share us with a friend on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook.  If you’re interested in having a conversation with Kathrin, send an email here. You can also check out the websites for Here’s Hoping: Conversations with Kathrin and Gabriel-Jones Coaching.

The year 2020 was a heck of a year. That’s an understatement if ever there were one.  Any one of the many, many, many upheavals that swept through and across the world. What was 2020 like for you? Did you experience upheaval? Do you feel marked by events during the year? If so, you’re not alone.  When Kathrin shared a cup of coffee with Ian, we shared some thoughts about footprints along our path, the past, and how life impacts us along the way. Some links to shareYou can check out more about Ian Macdonald on any of the following links:Ian Macdonald’s blog: Jesus not JésusIan Macdonald is the pastor of New Church Sherman Oaks Dave Barry’s “Year in Review 2020” gave a particularly insightful (and occasionally humorous) piece.Sometimes, it’s hard to know how to respond when someone asks how we are. Do we say, I’m okay? How do we know what okay means anymore? Here’s a video of a presentation Kathrin gave in on a very hot day in 2020 that explored the question, What Does It Mean to Be Okay? You can find a link to the 2005 version of Constantine by following this link. If you liked this episode, please leave a review wherever you listen to podcasts; reviews help other people find their way to this imaginary coffee shop. Share us with a friend on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook. If you’re interested in having a conversation with Kathrin, send an email. You can also check out the websites for Here’s Hoping: Conversations with Kathrin and Gabriel-Jones Coaching.

What’s the thing that you hold onto? What matters to you?My friend, Sunflower, and I shared a rambling conversation about life, the universe, and everything. Part of our meander carried us past an exploration of what we might think of hope, and how we might meet our lives head-on.These particular words have never been put together in this fashion before. That’s what makes it cool.Some links to share If you liked this episode, please leave a review wherever you listen to podcasts; reviews help other people find their way to this imaginary coffee shop. Share us with a friend on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook.  The McElroy Family produces a beautiful buffet of delightful content, including The Adventure Zone, MBMBAM (My Brother, My Brother, and Me), Sawbones, Shmanners, and more, and are productions on the Maximum Fun network. Here are some poignant and beautiful glimpses into just how amazing The Adventure Zone is and the wisdom inherent in the Magical Merle. “I Choose Joy” (If The Adventure Zone were a musical) and this animated clip of Merle asking, Are You My Friend?Sunflower is part of the Quaple Network and can be heard on the  And They Were Roommates Podcast, which is available everywhere podcasts are found. You can check out Kathrin’s other podcast, Friends for the Journey, wherever podcasts are found. If you’re interested in having a conversation with Kathrin, send an email here. You can also check out the websites for Here’s Hoping: Conversations with Kathrin and Gabriel-Jones Coaching. Music has been created & produced by Seth Jones. Artwork by Ty_Sorex & Canva.

Think of the word, authentic. What comes to mind? My friend, Nathaniel, opens a cornucopia of insight and revelation when we turn to the question of what being “authentic” means.Some links to share If you liked this episode, please leave a review wherever you listen to podcasts; reviews help other people find their way to this imaginary coffee shop. Share us with a friend on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook. Diane Ackerman is a writer who explores human experience with the grit of a spelunker. Today’s quote comes from her book, Deep Play. If you’re interested in having a conversation with Kathrin, send an email here. You can also check out the websites for Here’s Hoping: Conversations with Kathrin and Gabriel-Jones Coaching.

This week’s pearl of wisdom comes from Dr. Barbara Daggett, veterinarian extraordinaire, who shares a perspective on how Hope unfolds in her mind, heart, and imagination. Some links to shareAl-Anon provides support for friends and family members who have been impacted by the drinking problem of a loved one. There are many different ways to find support, including Al-Anon International. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline provides a number of resources for support, including: support for help after a loved one has survived a suicide attempt, support during stressful current events, youth and teens, veterans, LGBTQ+, and more.  Talk to Someone Now.  If you liked this episode, please leave a review wherever you listen to podcasts; reviews help other people find their way to this imaginary coffee shop. Share us with a friendon Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook.   And Apologies! I said the quote was from the movie Serenity, but it’s actually from the show, Firefly.  Avatar: The Last Airbender, IMDBClick here to read the original quote from Season 2, Episode 8, The Chase. If you’re interested in having a conversation with Kathrin, send an email here. You can also check out the websites for Here’s Hoping: Conversations with Kathrin and Gabriel-Jones Coaching.

2020 was quite a year. And, being in the past, it’s easy to keep our eyes fixed on the future ahead of us. After all, why look backward, right? Just keep moving forward in our relationships……except when difficult conversations rise up in our relationships, our lives become more complex. Anthony Monti shares a gleaming insight during a conversation, an insight that rings a bell.Some links to shareBe sure to follow Here’s Hoping: Conversations with Kathrin on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook for updates, and be sure to share with your friends. Here are some links to connect you with Anthony Monti: Anthony’s coaching practice: Four-Letter CoachAnthony’s Drum Lessons: Become the Drum on Lessons.com, andCreative Percussion Coaching  Since human history featured prominently in this pearl of wisdom, I’ve included a link to NPR’s podcast, Throughline, hosted by Ramtin Arablouei and Rund Abdelfatah No matter the season, it’s worthwhile to check out the 1970 musical production of Scrooge, starring the 35-year-old Albert Finney. Today’s quote comes from the wise (and hilarious) Ghost of Christmas Present, played by the remarkable Kenneth More. If you’re interested in having a conversation with Kathrin, send an email here. You can also check out the websites for Here’s Hoping: Conversations with Kathrin and Gabriel-Jones Coaching. Music composed & produced by Seth Jones. Special thanks to Ty_Sorex for their incredible artwork!

During January of 2021, it was hard to imagine how to talk about Hope in the height of the pandemic. On the day AbbyLynn and I sat down to share a cup of coffee in January, the world was gripped in the vice of the Covid-19 pandemic, so the idea of talking about hope seemed really daunting. In this pearl of wisdom, there are shimmering glimmers of an essential truth about Hope. I’m so glad to share it with you.Some links to shareBe sure to follow Here’s Hoping: Conversations with Kathrin on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook for updates and news about the June Launch Day on the 2021 Solstice.  Here are some links to connect you with AbbyLynn Haskell: Curious about Sacred Storytelling? https://broadreachministries.com/sacred-storytellingBroad Reach Sailing: https://broadreachsailing.us/ The research I’ve done on this quote from the Talmud suggests that this quote is a compilation of several different sayings. However, I’ve included several links to sources about this quote:https://www.myjewishlearning.com/article/pirkei-avot-ethics-of-our-fathers/ https://jewish-education.tumblr.com/post/167722479419/do-not-be-daunted-by-the-enormity-of-the-worlds https://www.chabad.org/library/article_cdo/aid/2011/jewish/Chapter-Two.htm https://www.quora.com/What-is-meant-by-You-are-not-obligated-to-complete-the-work-but-neither-are-you-free-to-abandon-it  If you’re interested in having a conversation with Kathrin, send an email here. You can also check out the websites for Here’s Hoping: Conversations with Kathrin and Gabriel-Jones Coaching. Music composed & produced by Seth Jones. Special thanks to Ty_Sorex for their incredible artwork!

We’re in the last week before the official launch and there’s so much hubbub and activity as I put the final touches on my imaginary coffee shop. And, it seems only fair that you know some of the final important things you should know about me, your host at Here’s Hoping.  Some links to shareBe sure to follow Here’s Hoping: Conversations with Kathrin on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook for updates and new episodes!  Stay tuned for pearls of wisdom from both Roberta Damon and Anna Morgan in upcoming episodes! AORTA (Anti-Oppression Resource and Training Alliance) provides tremendous resources which are fascinating and helpful. Curious about the quote from the original Voyager? There’s a full list of all 55 of the spoken Greetings to the Universe. Check out the Jet Propulsion Laboratory website for a complete list of what’s on the Golden Record. If you’re interested in having a conversation with Kathrin, send an email here. You can also check out the websites for Here’s Hoping: Conversations with Kathrin and Gabriel-Jones Coaching. Music composed & produced by Seth Jones. Special thanks to Ty_Sorex for their incredible artwork!

2020 introduced so many challenges in our experience together… as a world, as communities, as individuals. And now we find ourselves in a world that might just be different … or perhaps exactly the same? … or perhaps… we step into the unknown future.Yet, even in the unknown present, the unknown future, there are connections between us. Some feel familiar, others new, and still others we have not yet explored. Gianni Neiviller sends a wish out into the universe… and what a wish it is. Thanks, Gianni!Please note: there is a moment or two of foul language within. Some links to shareBe sure to follow Here’s Hoping: Conversations with Kathrin on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook for updates and news about the June Launch Day on the 2021 Solstice.  Gianni Neiviller can be found helping the world take a deep breath at RespiOspace. Captain Kathryn Janeway’s conversation with Ensign Harry Kim takes place in Emanations Season 1, Episode 9 of Star Trek Voyager.  If you’re interested in having a conversation with Kathrin, send an email here. You can also check out the websites for Here’s Hoping: Conversations with Kathrin and Gabriel-Jones Coaching. Music composed & produced by Seth Jones. Special thanks to Ty_Sorex for their incredible artwork!

Every project develops from a seed of creativity, and the growth of that project follows its own path as it evolves. The same is true for Here’s Hoping. This promotional peek gives you a glimpse behind the scenes as I sat down with Joanna Basile, who stopped by my imaginary coffee shop.Delightful, just delightful!Some links to shareBe sure to follow Here’s Hoping: Conversations with Kathrin on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook for updates and news about the June Launch Day on the 2021 Solstice.  Joanna Basile’s website is truly fantastic. You can check it out here. Her new podcast, Unrehearsed, is currently in production! Spirited Away, written and directed by Hayao Miyazaki, is truly a wonderful experience.   If you’re interested in having a conversation with Kathrin, send an email here. You can also check out the websites for Here’s Hoping: Conversations with Kathrin and Gabriel-Jones Coaching. Music composed & produced by Seth Jones. Special thanks to Ty_Sorex for their incredible artwork!