In this episode we continue the conversation on Uncertainty and take a stand for Interconnectedness. For many BIPOC, living in uncertainty is nothing new, as living in perpetual uncertainty has been a baseline. What has always been true and what we can’t escape (cause and effect), is increasingly evident. In the midst of it all, the Western delusion of Independence is trying to die, and we are witnessing its death throes.
The only thing that ever needs to be healed is the sense of separation.
Music Credits:
“Southside” by Lee Rosevelt "You’re No Good but I Love You" by Soft and Furious at: pixabay.com/music/ "No Frills Cumbia" by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3571-no-frills-cumbia License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
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The Western U.S. has literally been on fire, bringing many of our hopes to a breaking point. In this episode we explore what we can do when Fear shows up, and how we can work with it to allow Hope the space to grow.
Music Credits:
“Southside” by Lee Rosevelt “Sincerely” by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5033-sincerely License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ “Small Steps” Lee Rosevere “End of the Street” by kabbalistic village
In this episode, we look at the limiting belief of a “right way” of doing things, connecting with self-trust when we doubt our knowing, and trusting our body's knowing.
Music Credits:
“Southside” by Lee Rosevelt “Sincerely” by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5033-sincerely License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
In this episode, we contemplate the concept of time during a pandemic, and waking up to the here and now.
Music Credits:
“Southside” by Lee Rosevelt “You’re no good but I love you” by Soft and Furious at: https://pixabay.com “End of the Street” by Kabbalistic Village
S2E2: In this episode, we talk about activism and the benefits of slowing down when the world is on fire, tending your own fire, preventing and caring for burn out, and the guilt and shame that can arise from slowing down.
QUOTE:
“We need Coatlicue to slow us up so that the psyche can assimilate previous experiences and process the changes. If we don’t take the time, she’ll lay us low with an illness, forcing us to ‘rest.’" Gloria Anzaldua (Borderlands, p. 46) POEM: “Conocimiento and Self-Care in the Time of Covid” - Martha Aguilar RESOURCES: The Adaway Group: Freedom School https://adawaygroup.com/freedom-school/ Kasai Thrive: https://www.kasaithrive.com/ TRACC4Movements: https://www.tracc4movements.com/ BRITTANY DIOR WILSON: https://www.brittanydiorwilson.com/ Corazon Counseling: https://corazoncounseling.com/trainings/
MUSIC CREDITS:
"Southside" by Lee Rosevelt "End of the Street" by Kabbalistic Village "Space is Invisible" by Joseph McDade "Courage" from purple-planet.com "You’re No Good but I Love You" by Soft and Furious at pixabay.com/music/
S2, E1: We’re back from a long pause and here with a new format. As we continue to navigate the unknown of these times (thanks, no thanks pandemic), we’re also having more clarity about our needs and what’s possible. Take a listen to get to know how we are embracing the mystery of creative energy and saying “g’bye” to traditional podcast formats.
Hosts:
Martha Aguilar & Melissa Fernandez
Music Credits:
"Southside" by Lee Rosevere "Thinking Music" by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4522-thinking-music License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "You’re no Good but I Love You" by Soft and Furious http://pixabay.com/music "All That" by Ben Sound https://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music/track/all-that-chill-hop Episode 4 is a special sharing from Martha. During these strange and traumatic times of #covid19life, we are all experiencing so, so much as well as within our communities. In this episode, Martha shares her personal experience with the new "Shelter-In-Place" order, how she is navigating it. She shares helpful resources and encouraging words. She touches on the following topics:
Listen NowIn this short episode...a long time coming too, we dip into a more soulful and meditative message. Sharing our thoughts, defining the space and the core intentions for Platicast. We open up a conversation about cultural identities and roles, the experiences of generational silence and how silence plays out in our lives. We re-visit this origins of this podcast’s name, working with platica in folk healing, and using our voices to heal silence through Platicast. Some topics discussed:
Listen here.AAAaaaaand, we're back! After a long break, we've decided to get some more episodes ready for 2020. Listen to our recorded message below for more! *See our most recent blog post, by Martha. She shares about the Winter Solstice and offers some intentional ritual and self-care ideas! Or... *You can print out this FREE PDF Guide to have on hand while you plan for your rituals. Listen Here.[From the Archives] Written by: Martha Aguilar
During the Winter Solstice we experience both the shortest day and longest night of the year. This time of extended darkness can bring about discomfort on several levels, as we instinctually push away from pain of every type. However, there are times when moving toward pain is a loving act towards healing. When we sit with our emotional discomfort, we honor our experiences and ourselves, and break the pattern of dismissing our needs (that is often developed in childhood). Holding our emotional pain in a loving manner provides a safe space to not only identify our needs but also grieve losses in order to make room for what is to be. The Winter Solstice and it’s lingering darkness provides us this opportunity to grieve what we desperately grasp onto (and which consequently holds us back), as well as facilitate a stillness we can harness to turn inwards, reflect, and connect with ourselves. This deep and dark space of Winter is not an end to life, but resting space as we transition into another beginning where our inspirations, desires, and dreams quicken in their gestation before unfurling into visions, ideas, and actions towards what we want and where we want to go. There is rest and renewal here to prepare for the conception of our Dreams in this place of darkness. It can be scary to trust this process, yet we can look towards the powerful rhythms of nature for reminders of the need for darkness. Daily and seasonally, periods of darkness are necessary to allows rest and rejuvenation, which is required to sustain life. Although many plants feed on the sun’s energy, it is the restful break from the light that supports on-going growth, balance, vibrancy, and in many cases, resurrection. With this in mind, the Winter Solstice becomes an invitation to access the gifts that darkness brings by taking a pause, turning inward, reflecting on what is, and birthing dreams of what can be. If you are not a glutton for pain and/or if it becomes too painful to take the conscious plunge into darkness, you may find more solace in knowing that the day after the Winter Solstice, we begin to shift into longer days and shorter nights. We gradually feel more of the sun's light and energy allowing us to move forward from our dream state. In these days after the Winter Solstice, we can be in the planning stages of manifesting our newborn dreams, and begin to take action on bringing them to light. I invite you to take this opportunity to make time and space (if possible) to connect with yourself, especially if you are about to step into the rush of holiday festivities surrounded by others. Even a moment of connection in any manner (prayer, mediation, journaling, etc.) may help ground you before stepping into relationships with others. The Winter Solstice varies annually in the Northern Hemisphere, between December 20 or 22. For the exact day/time in your area go to: http://www.timeanddate.com/calendar/winter-solstice.html. Below are suggestions on ways to celebrate the Winter Solstice: Simple Activities:
Rituals: Releasing Ceremony: This ceremony is best done outdoors. An indoor option is also offered in the instructions. What you need:
Welcoming the Light Ceremony: What you need:
Intention Setting Ritual: This is best done after doing releasing work. You can do this days or weeks after a releasing ritual, which allows you to the space to grieve and clear out space for what is to be. What you need:
You can also do this ritual at every New Moon and collect manifested dreams throughout the year. At the end of the year, open your container to review what dreams you manifested. Some common herbs to consider: Rose: Love, Healing, Protection, Courage Rosemary: Protection, Rest Lavender: Healing, Love, Anti-depression Basil: Family harmony, Wealth, Courage Mint: Strength, Healing, Prosperity Sage: Protection, Longevity, Money As with all rituals, feel free to improvise. |
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