In this episode of 'How to Share', Wynne Leon discusses the importance of meditation and various spiritual pathways to achieve inner peace. Pathways such as meditation and mindfulness, community, acts of service, spiritual reading, nature, and creativity can help foster a peaceful mindset. The episode includes a guided meditation by Deirdre Wilcox that encourages listeners to unpack their emotional burdens and embrace a lighter, more fulfilling life.

Takeaways

• Meditation can help cultivate internal quiet and peace.
• Spiritual pathways include meditation, community, and acts of service.
• Inner peace is a valuable endpoint for personal growth.
• Nature can provide a sense of awe and tranquility.
• Creativity is a form of spiritual expression.
• It's important to identify and release emotional burdens.
• Guided meditation can facilitate emotional unpacking.
• Self-love is crucial for personal development.
• Acknowledging what to let go of can lighten one's load.
• Regularly checking in with oneself can promote emotional wellness.

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Deirdre Wilcox

Wynne Leon sits down with author and blogger Mark Petruska to explore the concept of optimism, discussing its definition, the importance of timing when sharing optimisticviews, and the audience's receptiveness to such messages. They delve into the relationship between optimism and empathy, the balance between optimism and realism, and the idea that optimism can be cultivated as a skill. Theconversation emphasizes the significance of understanding individual circumstances and the stages of acceptance when offering encouragement.

Takeaways:

• Optimism is defined as a favorable view of the future.
• Timing is crucial when sharing optimism, especially during difficult times.
• People may not be receptive to optimism until they reach acceptance
• Empathy plays a significant role in how we share optimism.
• Optimists may live longer due to lower stress levels.
• Optimism can be cultivated and strengthened like a muscle.
• It's important to balance optimism with humility and realism.
• Sharing personal experiences can enhance the impact of optimistic messages.
• Understanding your audience is key to effectively sharing optimism.

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Mark Petruska - author and storyteller

Wynne Leon sits down with Steve Rubenstein, a seasoned San Francisco Chronicle reporter and kindergarten teacher. Discover the art of storytelling that resonates with all ages, as Steve shares insights from his 50-year career, including his unique experiences interviewing notable figures and histherapeutic journey of writing. Learn why 13 miles per hour is the perfect speed to encounter life and how to leave a lasting impact through the stories we tell.

Takeaways:

The Art of Storytelling: Steve emphasizes the importance ofknowing what to leave out in storytelling, highlighting that most of writing is about omission rather than inclusion.

Interviewing Insights: Steve shares his approach tointerviewing, focusing on asking questions that resonate with both the interviewer and the audience, and getting subjects off their prepared remarks.

Therapeutic Writing: Writing can be therapeutic, as Steveexperienced when he wrote about personal moments, like dropping his son off at college, which helped him process emotions.

Life at 13 MPH: Steve's cross-country bike trip taught himthat 13 miles per hour is the perfect speed to encounter life, allowing for meaningful interactions and observations.

Human Connection: Despite the contentious times,Steve's journey across America revealed that the country is full of wonderful people, emphasizing the power of human connection beyond politics.Links for this episode:

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