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In this episode of The Call to Rise Podcast, I sit down with Larry Norris, co-founder of Decriminalize Nature, to explore how a grassroots idea grew into a national movement reshaping public policy around plant medicine and consciousness.

Larry shares the behind-the-scenes story of how Decriminalize Nature started at the city level and spread across the country, offering a powerful case study in grassroots organizing, coalition building, and movement leadership. We dive into:

🌱 How to turn a spark of inspiration into a local campaign

🌱 The practical steps to mobilize community and influence city policy

🌱 The deeper spiritual vision of reconnecting with source, nature, and consciousness

If you’re a changemaker, activist, or leader looking to build your own movement—or to shift public policy in your city—this episode is a roadmap for both strategy and soul.

Links and Resources:

https://decriminalizenature.org/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/larry-norris-phd/

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Larry Norris, PhD Bio:

Larry is the co-founder and board member of Decriminalize Nature (DN), which sprouted from Oakland in 2019. He advocates for the unalienable right to develop one’s own relationship with Nature and aims to support efforts to decriminalize entheogenic plants and fungi (e.g., ayahuasca, iboga, cacti, mushrooms) at the city level. As of 2024, over 25 cities and counties have decriminalized entheogenic plants and fungi nationwide. Larry is the co-lead for DN’s national outreach, and supports many cities across the USA and internationally who are seeking to propose similar legislation to their local government. He is also helping to support grassroots, community-driven, bottom-up approach to entheogenic healing.

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A new type of leader is being called forward. Empaths are not too sensitive to lead; in fact, it is their sensitivities and wide-open hearts that are exactly what the world needs. In this Call to Rise episode, Makenzie speaks with Laura Rowe about why highly sensitive, intuitive people must step into sacred leadership now. Learn practical tools for setting boundaries, nervous system regulation, and transforming empathy into effective action, so you can lead with heart and strategy.

Laura Rowe Bio:

Laura Rowe is an intuitive healer, empath mentor, and founder of The Vital Spirit. She helps empaths and sensitive souls heal from trauma, manage their energy, and live authentically in a world that often misunderstands sensitivity. Laura blends practical tools with grounded spirituality, making complex subjects feel both relatable and empowering.

Resources and Links:

The Vital Spirit Website: https://thevitalspirit.net/

Movement Maker Website: https://globalmovementmaker.com/

Which Movement Maker Archetype Are You? https://thehub-api.mastermind.com/widget/quiz/3TcUvNtGvBhgz43culks

Join us on Substack: https://globalmovementmaker.substack.com/

Build community without dogma. In this thought-provoking conversation, Bob Otis — founder of Sacred Garden Community, a multi-sacrament spiritual/religious organization — shares how he’s creating a thriving community of practice rooted in “least dogma.”

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We explore how Sacred Garden cultivates inclusive, multi-tradition spaces for healing, spiritual growth, and entheogenic practice; why minimizing doctrine attracts diverse seekers; and practical lessons for movement makers who want to create their own values-aligned communities.

Perfect for changemakers, spiritual leaders, and community builders seeking to combine ancient wisdom, modern strategy, and inclusive principles to support their people.

Bob "Otis" Stanley Bio:

Bob “Otis” Stanley, holds degrees in psychology and religious studies, with post-graduate sociology and cognitive studies, and a Master’s in Divinity from the University of Chicago. He is the Senior Pastor and Chief Garden Steward (Board Chair equivalent) for Sacred Garden Community Church. He  was also a founding Chairperson for Decriminalize Nature in Oakland, a co-founder of Sacred Plant Alliance, and a founding Chairperson for Alma’s facilitation training Institute. He has been an invited presenter and advisor for Oregon, California, and Colorado decriminalization / legalization policy initiatives.

Resources and Links:

Sacred Garden Community: Sacredgarden.life

Movement Maker Website: globalmovementmaker.com/

Which Movement Maker Archetype Are You? https://thehub-api.mastermind.com/widget/quiz/3TcUvNtGvBhgz43culks

Movement Maker Substack: globalmovementmaker.substack.com

Artist and visionary leader Shiloh Sophia joins Makenzie Darling to explore how connecting with Source energy can fuel creativity, activism, and movement building.

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In this inspiring conversation, Shiloh shares her personal practices for accessing deep inner guidance, staying resourced as a changemaker, and using art as a sacred tool for social impact.

Whether you’re a spiritual entrepreneur, community organizer, or creative activist, you’ll discover practical ways to align with your higher purpose, channel inspiration into action, and sustain your movement with authentic power.

Shiloh Sophia Bio:

Shiloh Sophia lives life as a great adventure narrated by the creative fire of her Muse! She has dedicated her life to the belief that self-expression is a basic human right and shares her message with thousands around the world through her paintings, poetry, and teachings. She leads a global movement of revolutionary education focused in Intentional Creativity®, as offered in the Color of Woman Teacher Training. She co-founded a Studio and Center for Intentional Creativity®, MUSEA, in Sonoma, California. Most mornings, she can be found having tea with her Muse, pouring over quantum physics, philosophy, and sacred texts in the Red Thread Cafe.

Resources and Links:

MUSEA: https://musea.org

Shiloh Sophia Website: https://www.shilohsophiastudios.com/

Movement Maker Website: globalmovementmaker.com/

Which Movement Maker Archetype Are You? https://thehub-api.mastermind.com/widget/quiz/3TcUvNtGvBhgz43culks

Movement Maker Substack: globalmovementmaker.substack.com

In this enlightening conversation, Dr. Amber McZeal shares her insights on decolonizing the psyche, the importance of ancestral healing, and the role of spiritual activism in creating cultural change.

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She emphasizes the need for balance in activism, the significance of dreams in connecting with ancestors, and the transformative power of radical love. Through her work, she aims to heal cultural and intergenerational trauma, advocating for a holistic approach to movement building that honors both the past and the future.

Key Takeaways

* Decolonizing the psyche involves making whole what is fractured.

* The theater of protest serves a vital but temporary role in activism.

* Spiritual activism requires tending to one’s inner world.

* Cultural change is rooted in understanding our ancestral legacies.

* Value systems drive movements and must be transformed for effective change.

* Dreams are a primary site of connection with ancestors.

* Ancestral reverence practices are ancient and cross-cultural.

* The dead can change and become sources of wisdom.

* Radical love is essential for healing and movement building.

Chapters

00:00Introduction to Dr. Amber McZeal

04:33Decolonizing the Psyche: Understanding the Concept

09:33Theater of Protest and Spiritual Activism

14:30Finding Balance in Activism and Inner Work

19:17Cultural Change and Ancestral Healing

24:09Transforming Value Systems for Movement Building

28:55The Role of Dreams in Ancestral Connection

33:55Legacy and the Power of Radical Love

Resources and Links

https://decolonizingthepsyche.com/

globalmovementmaker.com

In this episode of the Call to Rise podcast, host Mackenzie Darling speaks with Bruce Cryer, a pioneer in heart intelligence and co-founder of the HeartMath Institute. They explore the concept of heart intelligence, its significance in leadership, and the shift from heart-centered to head-centered thinking in Western culture. Bruce shares insights on integrating heart into technology, the importance of building movements with care, and the challenges of communication in a digital age. He also discusses the current political landscape and introduces his Vibrato Method, a tool for emotional relief and well-being.

Key Takeaways

Heart intelligence is a concept that combines emotional and cognitive understanding.

The heart has been revered in many spiritual traditions as a source of wisdom.

Leadership often overlooks the importance of heart intelligence.

The shift from heart to head in Western culture has led to disconnection.

Technology should incorporate heart-centered values to foster well-being.

Building a movement requires care and connection with the community.

Effective communication is essential for maintaining relationships.

Political movements often stem from fear rather than love and unity.

The Vibrato Method offers practical tools for emotional relief.

Nature can inspire wellness practices and help us reconnect with ourselves.

Chapters

00:00Introduction to Heart Intelligence

01:07The Concept of Heart Intelligence

04:37The Shift from Heart to Head

09:16Integrating Heart into Technology

14:08Building a Movement vs. a Business

21:40Creating a Culture of Care

28:51The Importance of Communication and Connection

34:01The Essence of Movement Making

37:46Political Movements and the Heart

43:00The Vibrato Method: A Tool for Relief

Resources and Links:

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brucecryer/

Bruce’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bruce_cryer/?hl=en

HeartMath: https://www.heartmath.com

Movement Maker: globalmovementmaker.com

Which Movement Maker Archetype Are You? https://thehub-api.mastermind.com/widget/quiz/3TcUvNtGvBhgz43culks

Welcome to The Call to Rise, the podcast for changemakers and movement builders here to birth the new Earth. In this trailer you’ll hear what the show is about, who our guests are, and how you can join us on this journey.