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I wrote & recorded this as a little teaser for the upcoming episode of 99: a Journey. This week, we're talking about Unity. What does that mean to you?

Do you ever get frustrated because.... well... you have so much... you have all the tools you need, on paper, but in spite of your best efforts, it's just NOT WORKING!

Today's episode of 99 is about slowing down and letting things happen when they want to happen.

Have you ever been to the Grand Canyon? Or seen pictures of it?

The Grand Canyon is one of the wonders of the world and it's basically rock that's been worn away by water.

Rock versus water. Water wins.

Show notes at Prolificate.com/99/13

I recently spoke with Kalissa Scopes of Unlearning Everyday Racism. This was, at times, an emotional interview (for me). Not to spoil this, but toward the end of our conversation, I ask Kalissa what she's most afraid of. What she answered was profoundly moving.

As a trigger warning, we're talking about love, joy, white supremacy, and our children—topics that you wouldn't think fit together. But they do. Amazingly so.

Show notes here.

Many spend their lives striving for something, not knowing exactly what or why. Today, let's explore both of those things: the what and the why.

Do you ever find yourself longing for something, but you don't know what? Or how about your motivation to keep going when things get difficult? Where does that come from?

If you don't know what causes that longing - or even if there is a longing. If you don't know why you strive, I'm right there with you too. We're looking for hidden treasure today.

Full show notes at Prolificate.com/99/12

Think of how much has changed. In your whole life, just over the last few days, or whatever comes to mind.

I've heard so many quotes and pieces of wisdom about change... about how we are always in the process of becoming, and never really "complete" (whatever that means,) and how the secret to success (whatever THAT means) is through continual small changes - improvements.

Today's theme isn't Change, though. It's the other.

Do you get so wrapped up in tuning in to what things need to change... that you lose touch with the thing that doesn't.

You.

"Never forget that to forgive yourself is to release trapped energy that could be doing good work in the world."

How amazing would it be if we could learn to love ourselves just as we are?

This week, I received a deck of conversation cards from the Fetzer institute. I excitedly opened the package, pulled out the deck of cards, and drew a card. That quote above was printed on the face of the card, and I knew I had to stop and record an episode based on the imagery that was exploding from the creative corners of my brain.

I hope you enjoy. In the meanwhile, I'll ask you:

What are you carrying that it's time to lay down?

All things being equal, everybody should have to suffer a certain amount, sure, but then everyone should also enjoy a proportionate number of life's pleasant surprises too. Right? At the end of the day, it all should balance out, right?

Says who?

Rhythm.

Balance.

Strength.

Softness.

In dance, all of these things come together in just the right way.

Too much of any one pulls things off balance, but when you get just the right mix, you rise above - unstoppable and appearing effortless.

Today's theme is the dance of life....

What would forgiving yourself look like?

What would it mean to forgive yourself for the worst thing you've ever done - or that happened to you?

Would it mean that it didn't happen?

Would it mean that it was ok?

Would it mean I'm weak? I deserved it? I'm unworthy of trust? of love? of another chance?

My friend... I have news for you: With all the love and respect in the world, you're not that important. ;-) !!!

This is a special election season edition of Prolificate. Where I talk about finding everyday spirituality in our lives.

Whatever your job, whatever your life experience, whatever you hope for the world to be, I want to offer you a moment of peace and perspective. There is so much anger flowing through our public discourse at this moment. This is a gentle reminder to remember your goal — and a reminder that if we want to reach our goal, we have to convince others, rather than defeat them.

Please share this who someone who needs to hear it.

Blessings and go in peace.

Kindly,

AC