iSōma Meditation

iSōma Meditation

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iSōma Meditation episodes

  • The Earth Beneath Us & Within Us
    In this episode, we explore the archetype of earth - the Earth beneath us and within us, and what it means to embody this as a practitioner.


    Earth is the beginning. It’s the foundation, and everything rests upon it. It is deeply patient. Nature does not rush. There is a benevolence to it, a warmth, a kindness for no reason.

    We talk about the importance of coming back to the foundations of practice: humility, presence, listening, responsibility and the willingness to say, “I don’t know.” As practitioners, we are not the healers. We are the instrument of healing. Our role is not to project what we think someone needs, but to listen deeply enough that they can reveal the answer to themselves.


    If you are tripping up in your facilitation, your art, your teaching, your clinic or your practitioner work, it will be something in the foundations.

    Earth reminds us to slow down, stay curious, remain students of life, and trust the intelligence of what is already here.

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    1 hr 34 min
  • The Stamina for Healthy Relationships

    In this episode, Amber and Kurt explore the health of relationships and the longing for more sincere, steady, healthy and nourishing relationships and intimacy. They explore steady consistency as a foundation for good relating, the importance of deep presence, and how slow consistency can support the repair of what has become fractured within us.


    The conversation moves into meditation as conscious awareness, exploring what it means to be here, available and participating in our human experience, and how gathering our attention back into the body can support deeper contact, connection and true relating.

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    59 min
  • The Lost Spirit of Adventure with Amber Hawken and Kurt Iwanina
    In this episode, Amber and Kurt journey into the heart of deep listening, honesty, and authentic connection—with ourselves, with each other, and with life itself. Woven through personal stories, ancestral wisdom, and lived experience, they open a space to reflect on what it means to walk with integrity, courage, and heart in a world that so often pulls us away from what is really true.

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    1 hr 53 min
  • Intuitives: Healers and Leaders in Modern Culture
    Amber speaks about being an intuitive in modern culture and how these capacities, once central to human life, have been severed from context and community. She shares personal experiences of motherhood, cultural conditioning, and the grief of living without communal support. This conversation explores how intuition has been turned into identity and self-gain, and why apprenticeship, community reflection, and right relationship are essential for it to mature and nourish more than the self.

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    1 hr 38 min
  • Where Do I Belong? First Nations Wisdom with Uncle Maurice
    Join Amber and Kurt from iSōma as they yarn with dear friend, Uncle Maurice. Uncle is an Anathanguyth/Yinwum man. He is a First Nations Health Leader and Cultural Advocate, accomplished Artist and mentor. He has more than 15 years’ experience working in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health in regions and communities around the East Coast of Australia. He is a passionate advocate for systemic change to create better health for our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. Together, we explore themes of deep listening, relational integrity, cultural appropriation and appreciation. The conversation addresses the importance of honesty, repairing our connections to nature and each other, and the experiences of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. They discuss challenges faced in the healing arts industry, the significance of cultural awareness, and the vital need for genuine relational repair with First Nations communities. This episode brims with wisdom on cultural insight, the power of creative expression, and the intrinsic value of living with integrity and openness.

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    2 hr 5 min
  • The Anatomy of Healing with Michael Gay

    In this episode of the iSōma Podcast, hosts Amber and Kurt discuss principles of healing and connection with guest Michael Gay. Michael has worked in the field of counselling for the last 14 years as a guide, therapist, and trainer. He was a Wilderness Therapy guide for 6 years, leading and facilitating in deep transformational work with teens, adults, and families in the mountains and high desert. He has also worked extensively in the field of addiction and recovery. He specialises in working with depression, groups, trauma, PTSD, grief, and families. Michaels' work is infused with reverence for Life and ceremony. The conversation delves into the importance of reintroducing ancient healing practices into modern life, focusing on the art of deep listening, community, and the balance between solitude and togetherness. Michael shares his insights on Gestalt therapy, the role of trust and presence in healing, and the significance of contact and relational integrity in human connection. The conversation also explores the personal and collective prayers of finding joy, slowing down, and fostering courage within ourselves and our communities.


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    iSōma is a 12-month journey for those called to guide and serve from embodied presence. Rooted in elemental coherence, relational repair, and psyche-somatic practice — we return to what sustains the human spirit.


    If this conversation moves something in you, we invite you to explore the path.


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    1 hr 39 min
  • Indigenous Wisdom and Sacred Bridging with Chelita Zainey
    In this very raw episode of the Isoma Podcast, we’re honoured to sit with Aunty Chelita as she shares her powerful journey of personal healing, cultural remembrance, and spiritual insight.

    Through deeply personal stories and ancestral wisdom, Auntie Chelita explores the dual path of the warrior, balancing the strength of the fierce warrior with the heart of a peaceful protector. We delve into the transformative practice of breathwork, the significance of reconnecting with cultural roots, and the vital role that Indigenous knowledge plays in both personal and collective healing. This conversation is a heartfelt offering for anyone seeking to walk with integrity, courage, and compassion in today's world.


    Please note that there is a prayer and invocation by Chelita at the beginning of this episode. It’s potent and can move things, note that before hitting play.

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    1 hr 31 min
  • Embracing the Underworld: A Deep Dive into the Power of Storytelling and Ritual

    In this engaging episode of the iSōma podcast, we welcome our first guest, Asher Packman, to delve into the profound impact of storytelling and ritual in navigating life's most challenging moments. Reflecting on personal experiences including deep loss, encounters with death, and the transformative power of grief, Asher discusses how stories serve as ancient medicine, helping us connect to our souls and ancestral wisdom. The conversation spans a variety of topics from the evolution of human storytelling, the role of rituals in community healing, the difference between sorrow and grief, and the necessity of conscious participation in our own soul’s journey. With insights drawn from depth psychology, mythology, and personal experience, this episode offers a deeply reflective exploration of how we can integrate these practices into our lives for personal and communal transformation.


    00:00 Welcome and Introduction

    02:38 The Power of Storytelling

    16:46 The Role of Grief in Men's Work

    26:42 Rituals and Conscious Participation

    38:23 Navigating the Underworld

    52:52 Embracing the Mystery of Death

    53:33 The Role of Ego in Facing Mortality

    54:39 Personal Tragedy and Transformation

    56:19 Rediscovering Childhood Passions

    57:28 Understanding and Honoring the Past

    01:05:45 The Power of Storytelling

    01:13:33 Navigating Life's Challenges

    01:19:08 The Importance of Listening to Your Soul

    01:30:28 Concluding Thoughts and Gratitude

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    1 hr 36 min

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