This episode features a passage written by Clif High from his Substack post titled "The Terrible Understanding of Men."

Mr. High is a researcher and innovator best known for pioneering predictive linguistics, which analyzes internet conversations and activity to anticipate emerging global trends.

His work often explores the intersection of technology, consciousness, and future forecasting, and he often shares his unique perspective on these topics in his Substack newsletter.

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Happy Earth Day, everyone!

Keeping with our theme of National Poetry Month for all of April, this episode features a poem by Pulitzer Prize–winning poet, Mary Oliver.

Ms. Oliver was known for her deeply observant and lyrical reflections on nature, spirituality, and the human experience before her passing in 2019.

For anyone who loves the outdoors, and camping outdoors in particular, I think this poem paints a lovely picture of what we experience when connecting with nature. Enjoy!

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In this episode we share an original poem by Ariana Hunter titled, "Bleed the Sky."

Ariana is passionate poet dedicated to exploring the intricate connections between mental health, healing, and personal growth. Through heartfelt words and creative expression, she seeks to inspire others to nurture the mind, body, and soul.

With a deep commitment to self-discovery and emotional well-being, her work serves as a guiding light for those on their own healing journeys.

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Today we share an original poem titled "Permission to Dream!" by Monica D. Vance.

Monica is a mental health therapist (LICSW), writer, and inspirational speaker who helps leaders and creatives heal and grow by throwing their old mindsets in the trash can.

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Welcome to The Illuminated Pen podcast!

In our first episode, your host Beverly shares a passage written in light of the recent eclipse portal of Spring 2025, highlighting the importance of transitioning through darkness in order to become something new.

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