In this episode of Healing Generations, the Circle Keeping Listening Tour is reviewed and discussed by Cisco Gallardo, Karina Vega, Dr. Heriberto Escamilla, and Baba Kweli Tutashinda. They discuss the importance of healing circles and their impact on communities, particularly among youth. They share insights from the listening tour, aimed at assessing the use of healing circles in schools across California. The conversation highlights the challenges faced in implementing these practices, the power of sharing within circles, and the need for designated spaces to facilitate the circles. The episode emphasizes the significance of cultural roots and community support in the healing process, and explores the impact of cultural foundations in youth well-being and the importance of connection in educational spaces.

 

 

Chapters:

 

00:00 Introduction and Grounding

 

08:29 The Listening Tour: Purpose and Insights

 

10:45 Assessing Healing Circles in Schools

 

19:45 The Power of Sharing in Circles

 

37:42 Challenges and Opportunities in Healing Practices

 

52:05 The Importance of Connection

 

58:59 Holistic Healing Approaches

 

01:05:20 Lessons from Circle Keeping

 

01:12:08 Sustaining Healing Practices

 

01:14:02 Offerings for Circle Keepers and Closing

 

 

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