“Nature Will,” AKA Will Robertson, has a famous YouTube channel with over 1.5 Million views. He is an avid naturalist and joins Pam to talk about our precious planet earth and the actions we can take now to make a difference. Humans are living in a way that is not sustainable, and as a result, the world is undergoing some massive changes. One of the ways we can help is by saving what is called the lungs of the earth--our rainforests. To donate and to learn more about Nature Will visit: https://www.talkingjoy.org/conversations-with-pam

Holly Whitcomb, author of the book The Seven Spiritual Gifts of Waiting. Waiting is something we have ALL been asked to do these past eighteen months. “There may be no more provoking experience than being told, “Wait.” It stops any action we might take. We may feel powerless, unprotected. Someone else holds all the cards." In the intervening moments—or days or weeks or years—waiting beckons us to come to the well of humility, to drink deeply. For more information visit www.talkingjoy.org

Joyce Rupp is well known for her work as a writer, spiritual midwife, international retreat leader, and conference speaker. On this episode of The Talking Joy Podcast we will be discussing one of her favorite books, The Cosmic Dance. Pam has read this book many times, savoring the beauty, thoughtfulness, and wisdom Joyce offers to its readers. It is a beautiful book of poetry, reflection, meditation and the spirituality of life-life on this earth and life in the cosmos. It transcends religious boundaries and speaks to the soul of nature, humanity and divinity, united in one glorious experience of the universe. For more information about our conversation or to purchase the book visit www.talkingjoy.org

The enneagram is a resource for deepening personal and spiritual growth. Enneagram teacher Jeanine Siler Jones helps us explore this valuable tool and how it can help cultivate compassion for ourselves and others. We are all born with a particular style and she touches on the 9 types as an introduction to this practice of self-discovery. These types are broken into triads- the centers of intelligence—head, heart and body. Our conversation highlights why we do what we do, what is the motivation and how we can gain a better understanding of ourselves and others. For additional resources please visit: www.talkingjoy.org

Invite the childlike side of you to come out this summer! Pam and the Talking Joy Team invite you to become freer and more engaged with your family this summer. Try taking your shoes off, going on a gratitude walk or sliding down the water slide at the pool. Often we let everyday tasks get in the way of living the simple pleasures of the summer months. Take a listen and get inspired to go out and make lasting memories with the ones you love!

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Pam is talking joy Meredith Plunkett! Meredith is a mother of three, writer, blogger and a contributor at The Mom Edit, a shopping and lifestyle brand with a candid, playful take on style. Join us as we talk about family, writing and fashion. Pam is huge fan of The Mom Edit because they highlight different clothes on different body types taking the guesswork out of trying new things while helping you to find your own personal style. www.talkingjoy.org

Pam Robertson and Talking Joy's Ariane Pfaff discuss the transition from quarantine back into the busyness of our daily lives. This past year we were forced to slow down and enjoy the simplicity of life, in nature, in our homes and with our families. Hold on to the lessons you learned about yourself.

Pam shares an essay written by a student who noticed the difference between running from class to class to living in that space between point A and point B. Slowing down helped her to live between those two letters when she was able slow down and see the ordinary things in her life, finally able to get lost in her own thoughts. What will you say yes to this summer? What will you do to protect your peace of mind? Maybe it starts by not doing everything on your to-do list. Listen to how you can protect your internal pace and to protect they ways you changed for the better. www.talkingjoy.org

Joy Carol's is a modern day heroine. Her fierce spirit and passion for life have allowed her to defy death on eight occasions. Listen as she shares some of her incredible life story of global travel, humanitarian work, and multiple close encounters with death. Through her life-journey, Joy will inspire you and assure you that life can go on, and even the hardest of circumstances can be filled with love, and laughter, hope and joy!

Learn the art of listening with Kay Lindahl, founder fo the Listening Institute! “Listening is so close to being loved, that most people cannot tell the difference.” During our Talking Joy podcast conversation we explore ways to create more peace, harmony, and love in your life. This conversation will encourage you to expand your awareness and broaden your concept of listening. I believe this is the key to the peace and togetherness we are all seeking. Honing our listening skills can and will make the world a better place. www.talkingjoy.org

Together we will look back over the last 24 hours with the prayer of examen. You can do this guided meditation anytime of the day, then perhaps you can journal or jot down notes to reflect upon later. This is also a great practice to do with your kids—you are teaching them to be contemplatives! What a gift to carry into adulthood! This practice also helps us discern (decide) how God is calling us—in big and small ways in our daily life into more awareness of patterns or behaviors--I believe this is the place where transformation begins. www.talkingjoy.org