Happy to have Rachel Lyn on the Be Love Podcast for the second time as a part of our three episode collaboration with the Social Justice Committee of the Swedenborgian Church “Spiritual Ecology: Wisdom for a Changing Planet.”
For two decades Rachel Lyn has maintained a regenerative view of leadership and social change that balances power, love, and justice. She works in living systems and relational fields. Rachel Lyn's masters is in Applied Behavioral Leadership and Organizational Development with an emphasis in designing learning systems. She has advanced training in Ecological Design, Group Facilitation, Holistic Life Coaching, and the Soil Food Web.
This conversation is the second installment of a three part series “Spiritual Ecology: Wisdom for a Changing Planet,” in collaboration with the Social Justice Committee of the Swedenborgian Church.
Keywords Spiritual Ecology, Climate Change, Environmental Justice, Community Healing, Indigenous Wisdom, Mindfulness, Activism, Personal Responsibility, Nature Connection, Trauma, coherence, healing, radical uncertainty, ancestry, change, movement, responsibility, nature, community, celebration
Summary In this conversation, Sage and Rachel Lyn explore the themes of spiritual ecology, the interconnectedness of humanity and nature, and the shifts needed in our relationship with the planet. They discuss the importance of diversity in learning, the role of ego in activism, and the necessity of community healing and communication with the Earth. The conversation also touches on trauma, grief, and the need for personal agency in addressing climate change, emphasizing the wisdom of Indigenous perspectives and the significance of mindfulness in daily choices. In this conversation, Rachel Lyn and Sage explore themes of personal growth, healing, and the interconnectedness of humanity with nature. They discuss the importance of taking time to reflect and rest, the concept of radical uncertainty, and the significance of connecting with ancestry and future generations. The dialogue emphasizes the need for community engagement, the power of movement, and the mystical relationship with the natural world, culminating in a call for celebration and collective action.
Takeaways
We are being called to shift our identity in relation to the planet.
Diversity in learning is essential for collective growth.
Ego can hinder our effectiveness in activism.
Community consensus can lead to meaningful change.
Conflict resolution can be achieved through communal healing practices.
Communication with the Earth is vital for our well-being.
Trauma from disconnection affects our relationship with nature.
Grief is a significant part of the activist journey.
Agency in personal choices is crucial for climate action.
Indigenous wisdom offers valuable insights into environmental justice. It's time to bring coherence to this place.
Allowing incubation periods is essential for personal growth.
Healing in individuals leads to better community engagement.
Connecting with our ancestors can guide us toward a better future.
Letting go of past identities is a necessary part of growth.
Movement should be for joy, not just obligation.
Claiming responsibility doesn't mean perfection.
The mystical connection to nature is vital for our well-being.
Celebration and community engagement are crucial for healing.
We can find ways to reconnect with who we are through various practices.
Titles
Spiritual Ecology: Wisdom for a Changing Planet
Shifting Our Relationship with Nature
The Role of Ego in Activism
Finding Consensus in Community Healing
Mindfulness and Daily Choices for the Earth
The Interconnection of Self and Place
Sound Bites
"We're creative beings and I think the biggest shift is our identity."
"We don't have to be heroes, and we don't have to find a hero either."
"Grief is part of your identity in activism."
"The Penobscot are very clear. No, that's my ancestors."
"The closer it comes to simple prayer, the simpler the prayer can be."
"We are all going into the ground."
"Your longing is being heard by God."
"We could live in any possible configuration we want."
"It's time to bring coherence to this place."
"Allowing that incubation period, that time."
"I might not be able to get to that everyday sacred."
"There's so many ways to reconnect with who we are."
Our Theme Music is “I Love it,” by Luke Concannon www.lukeconcannon.com
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