Greetings, beautiful souls. As we embark on the fourth season of the Mother Tree Network, it seems auspicious that our first episode coincides with a day of love—Valentine's Day—and the birthday of a renowned figure of love and freedom, Mr. Frederick Douglass. This season begins with a commitment to centering love consciousness in 2025—a year where decisions and actions are rooted in love, even amidst the chaotic events swirling around us.

**The Power of Love Consciousness:**

In a world where executive orders and political tensions weigh heavily, it's crucial to ground ourselves in love consciousness. This practice isn't just a sanctuary for our spirits; it acts as fuel for the actions we take in this world. Sometimes, as I experienced recently with emotional responses to political decisions, we need to break down before we can rebuild with love.

**A Conversation with Lip Bone Redding:**

Who better to accompany us on this journey than Lip Bone Redding? This idiosyncratic and spiritually harmonious musician from North Carolina embodies what it means to live with love. His presence is a testimony to divine masculinity expressed gently through music.

In our heartfelt dialogue, Lip Bone and I explored critical societal questions, thoughts on forgiveness, and the depth hidden in simple-sounding songs. Lip Bone's talents don't stop at singing; he's a storyteller who invites his audience into his narrative with songs like "How Does It Get Any Better Than This?"

This particular song, in its deceptively simple charm, pricks at the heart and invites reflection on our outlook—whether we're faced with joy or adversity. The essence of this question, derived from a friend's encouragement in times of self-reflection, illustrates how sometimes the simplest phrases open us to possibilities and teach us about the significant details in life.

**Embracing Forgiveness:**

A significant part of our conversation revolved around personal growth and forgiveness. The difficulty many face in forgiving themselves stems from not wanting to attach to past misactions. Lip Bone illuminated his thoughts on how revisiting every detail of past actions, even if painful, helps reclaim parts of our energy tied to those moments.

For Lip Bone, forgiveness is about presence – acknowledging every detail not to dwell but to release. Forgiveness often pairs with acceptance and compassion for our journeys and others', as both are nurturing facets of love.

**Songwriting and the Antenna of Artistry:**

Lip Bone shared his creative process as a musician, listening to the muse that guides his artistic expression. His belief in the power and responsibility of sharing through art reflects a natural state of being that gently disrupts and inspires. Art is a leading force, reshaping our perceptions and guiding us towards more profound questions and truths.

**Creating Spaces of Okayness:**

Living at a spiritual retreat center, Lip Bone has embraced the power of creating spaces that allow individuals to just ‘be.’ His work, especially through music and meditations shared on his YouTube channel "Infinite Okayness," extends the invitation

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Aminata reflects on the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., emphasizing 'justice without judgment,' a concept introduced to her by Gary Zukav. Sharing a personal experience from 2016-2017 while canvassing for a Democratic candidate in a Republican town, Aminata highlights the dangers of a judgmental attitude. The script explores the importance of love as the foundation for justice, urging a shift from labels and blame to understanding and connection. Aminata advocates for actions rooted in love, aiming to redeem the soul of America, a principle she attributes to Dr. King's vision.

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Join Aminata on the Mother Tree Network as she interviews Dr. Chris Omni, a scholar of Black Joy, during Kwanzaa week.

This insightful episode delves into how Dr. Omni shifted the narrative from Black suffering to Black joy, including the use of the arts and green spaces in her research.

Learn about her revolutionary work leading to the creation of the world's first journal dedicated to Black Joy, its foundational Kwanzaa principles, and the importance of collective resilience and creativity.

Discover how to cultivate joy and gratitude in your life and the importance of taking moments to slow down and reconnect with nature.

Find out more about Dr. Chris Omni on Linked or look for BlackJoy on Instagram.

00:00 Introduction and Exciting News
00:45 Meet Aminata Soul, Host of the Mother Tree Network
01:45 Interview with Dr. Chris Omni: Scholar of Black Joy
02:40 The Principles of Kwanzaa and Their Influence
03:37 Dr. Omni's Journey and Research on Black Joy
07:50 The Importance of Creativity and Collective Work
12:54 The First Ever Journal on Black Joy
20:48 Cultivating Joy and Gratitude
31:04 The Power of Nature and Photography in Research
41:52 Conclusion and Contact Information

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This episode is a gift to anyone seeking more balance and restoration during the busy holiday season!

Aminata dives into the importance of honoring your body's natural need for rest during the colder season, offering practical ways to recharge without relying on caffeine or alcohol.

Instead, she introduces listeners to deeply restorative practices like Yoga Nidra and guided body scans.

You’ll also experience a calming 15-minute meditation, accompanied by soothing violin music from Michael Jamanis, to help you feel grounded and refreshed.

Aminata encourages you to embrace self-care during the Winter Solstice, sharing details about her transformative Winter Solstice Soul Journey retreat and providing a free resource-packed Google doc available on her website, DrAmandaKemp.com.

This episode is your opportunity to learn how to prioritize rest, rejuvenation, and mindfulness so you can navigate the season with ease and clarity.

Tune in and invest in your well-being!

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Join Aminata Desert Rose Plant Walker, Fire Woman, on the Mother Tree Network podcast as she discusses the importance of embracing winter energies.

This episode, divided into two parts, first explores the seasonal insights from traditional Chinese medicine and encourages introspection and connection with one's inner guidance.

Aminata emphasizes the value of confronting personal fears and utilizing the winter months to reflect and renew.

The second part features 'The Deer Mother Story,' a winter solstice tale written by Amy Kietzman, accompanied by soulful violin music from Michael Jamanis.

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CHAPTERS

00:00 Introduction to Inner Guidance

00:16 Welcome to the Mother Tree Network

00:32 The Journey into Darkness

01:05 Winter Energies and Traditional Chinese Medicine

02:19 Embracing Winter's Call for Rest

02:49 The Buffalo's Winter Survival

03:29 Reflecting in the Darkness

05:19 Facing Fears in Winter

07:11 The Importance of Inner Guidance

07:40 Disconnecting from External Noise

08:55 Trusting Your Inner Guidance

09:16 Connecting with Ancestors

09:45 Winter Solstice Soul Journey

10:43 The Power of Community

13:01 The Deer Story Introduction

13:49 The Deer Story Begins

16:54 The Deer's Brave Journey

18:38 The Sun's Return

19:09 Honoring the Deer Mother

20:36 Conclusion and Farewell

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Meet Jennifer Folayan, a proud Cherokee, Pueblo, and Aztec artist, as she shares her inspiring journey and commitment to Indigenous rights.

On the board of the Baltimore American Indian Center, Jennifer discusses the significance of Indigenous People's Day and her successful work to make it a
holiday in Baltimore.

With lots of laughter, Jennifer reflects on her heritage, the importance of recognizing land, and the challenges of Native American erasure.

Jennifer also opens up about her personal battles, including growing up in foster care and overcoming childhood abuse.

You will be amazed by her stories of resilience, synchronicity, and a mission to honor Indigenous arts and stories globally.

This heartfelt conversation navigates from local Baltimore initiatives to her role as an ambassador from Turtle Island to South Africa, amplifying Indigenous voices and promoting healing and connection.

You can find out more about Jennifer Folayan by going to her youtube channel:

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5qI7-wD8DgO6xQYXYbozQQ or following her on Facebook.

In the Mother Tree Community we are giving ourselves safe space to feel and accept grief.

Fall-Winter is the earth's time to grieve, to let go of ancestral pain. Join us!

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Author and Sacred Activist Cynthia Jurs spoke to the Mother Tree network about how Gaia summoned her to be a vessel for peace.

Reading aloud two excerpts from her book Summoned by the Earth, Cynthia shares her spiritual journey from eastern Gurus to her Gaia practice which involves burying earth treasure vases all over the planet.

These vases are filled with prayers and offerings and planted in locations needing healing and protection.

Cynthia tells us about sacred activism, which emphasizes acting from a place of deep listening and love towards the Earth.

She recounts interactions with various indigenous elders who have imparted wisdom about healing the planet.

Cynthia shares about her near-death experience in Nepal, where Gaia saved her life.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction: Urgency and Presence
00:13 Welcome to the Mother Tree Network
00:27 Interview Introduction: Cynthia Juerz
00:40 Cynthia's Background and Book
01:02 Sacred Activism and Purpose
01:31 Joining the Mother Tree Community
02:24 Technical Difficulties and Monica's Role
02:41 Starting the Interview with Cynthia
02:58 Cynthia's Connection to the Earth
03:04 Meeting the Lama in Nepal
04:16 Understanding Sacred Activism
06:43 Winter Solstice Soul Journey Announcement
07:40 Holding the Absolute and Relative
09:06 Morning Walk and Reflections
09:24 Encounter with the Coyote
09:43 Ancestors and Los Alamos
12:20 Deep Time and Sacred Time
20:49 Falling Off the Path
22:43 Near-Death Experience and Realization
28:43 Returning to the Path
29:20 Meeting Indigenous Elders
31:10 Urgency and Cultural Differences
32:36 Daily Practices and Non-Self Awareness
34:45 Earth Treasure Vases and Mandalas
39:32 Conclusion and How to Get Involved

For more information on Cynthia and the treasure vase movement go to:

https://gaiamandala.net/

In the Mother Tree Community we are giving ourselves safe space to feel and accept grief.

Fall-Winter is the earth's time to grieve, to let go of ancestral pain. Join us!

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How do you grieve a hurricane or natural disaster?

Is grief good?

Should you cry in front of your kids?

Check out this interview on the Mother Tree network podcast hosted by Aminata Desert Rose Plant Walker Fire Woman aka Dr. Amanda Kemp.

Josea warns listeners about the Hidden Dangers of Unprocessed Grief and how it can harm families and cause war and genocide.

Grief can feel like a hurricane; be sure to get support from a community or a therapist.

Grief expert Josea Crossley tells us healthy grief is all about letting energy move!

You can move energy by dancing, laughing, yoga, and crying.

The key is to feel a little at a time, as you go AND to join safe and consensual spaces with others who can hold you while you grieve.

Emoting all over the place can harm others (such as children).

Find out what to do with Big Feelings!

Unexpressed grief is dangerous!

It can destroy families and undermine your dreams.

The energy it takes to suppress grief, is energy that you don’t have to give to your children or grow your business.

It can show up as resentment, unworthiness, or feeling scattered.

For more on grief, check out Josea's website:

https://darkwoodsofgrief.com/

In the Mother Tree Community we are giving ourselves safe space to feel and accept grief.

Fall is the earth's time to grieve, to let go. Join us!

Get the free Mother Tree Community weekly newsletter:
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We have lots of free resources here:
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You’ll find the Ancestors Guide for Healing and Liberation; our Sound Healing for Peacemakers download, and a video on How to Have Difficult Conversations About Racism. And you can get them right now!

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