Impact! (Ellen Bintz & Clive Johnson)
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| 15 Feb 2024 | Global Healing Response – Water. Intentions And intercession For A World Reliant On Water | 00:38:14 | |
This week, Ellen talks us through the importance of water as a focus for our intentions and prayers, not only for the health and survival of human beings, but for wider life, maintaining peace, and our planet as a whole. The many ways that water impacts lif on Earth is staggering, and it's no wonder that Ellen has chosen this topic as the focus theme for Global Healing Response this quarter. As usual, we also consider topics in the news that are calling out for our attention, and celebrate one or two good news stories that are happening too. Websites, people and organizations mentioned in this episode: https://globalhealingresponse.com/ghr-2024-q1-ourplanet-water/ Home page for Global Healing Response water resources. “Water is the driving force of all nature.” — Leonardo da Vinci Global Healing Response Website https://globalhealingresponse.com/ Theme for 2024: OUR PLANET World Water Day, 22 March 2024 https://www.un.org/en/observances/water-day Overview of the work of Dr Masaru Emoto on "The Hidden Messages in Water” https://mindfulremedies.co.uk/blogs/mindful/the-hidden-messages-of-water-dr-emoto Book: https://www.amazon.com/Hidden-Messages-Water-Masaru-Emoto/dp/0743289803/ref=sr_1_1 World Labyrinth Day 4 May 2024 https://www.worldlabyrinthday.org/ World Earth Day 22 April 2024 https://www.earthday.org/earth-day-2024/ Water-related sites include: https://www.surfrider.org/ Dedicated to the protection of oceans and beaches around the world. https://oceana.org/Dedicated to protecting marine life. https://www.waterforpeople.org/ Supporting clean water projects across three continents. https://www.wateraid.org/uk/ Works with supporters, partners and local communities to provide clean water, decent toilets and good hygiene for all. https://www.freetheocean.com/ Works for the prevention of plastic pollution in the oceans https://oceanconservancy.org/ Advocacy group working for the protection of special marine habitats, the restoration of sustainable fisheries, and for reducing the human impact on ocean ecosystems. See also: Shared intention Considering the peace dividend that can come through international cooperation on water policies, we suggest as our focus this week: We will that nations that depend on a shared source of water such as a major river or lake will be inspired to cooperate in ways that best conserve and share this vital resource. Please join us in holding this. Sources for news topics mentioned in this episode are: https://www.pna.gov.ph/articles/1218672 https://reasonstobecheerful.world/rural-montana-aquifer-agriculture-collaboration/ https://english.aawsat.com/gulf/4843266-uae-says-mediation-efforts-led-russia-ukraine-swap-prisoners https://www.middleeastmonitor.com/20240212-17-tunisians-on-migrant-boat-towards-italy-missing/ https://www.turkiyenewspaper.com/world/18533 https://news.un.org/en/story/2024/02/1146422 https://www.khaama.com/11-israeli-soldiers-killed-in-gaza/ https://www.surfrider.org/news/plastic-pollution-initiative-update-good-news-edition Join us in person for intenton holding: https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/events-1 ~ Labyrinth Activist Network Zoom calls https://insighttimer.com/cliverj ~ Daily intention holding with Clive on Insight Timer. Our websites: http://heartfulimpact.com/ ~ Our show website. Global Healing Response ~ Offers a wealth of prayers, suggested practices and prompts in response to environmental catastrophe, conflict, and other world events. Legacy Labyrinth Project ~ Creating global energetic connections through the labyrinth; inspiring active intention sending using the labyrinth via labyrinth activism. Clive Johnson Ministry ~ Events and offerings aimed at building beloved community. Impact! Is presented by Ellen Bintz and Clive Johnson. It is produced by Impact Productions. Our show content is hosted by Podbean and available from all major podcast platforms. Our theme music is by Chris Collins. indiemusicbox.com. Our logo artwork is by AltoClassic (Getty Images/istock). Contact us via Facebook Messenger from the Impact! Facebook group, or using any of the contact methods mentioned on our websites. Impact! www.heartfulimpact.com
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| 08 Feb 2024 | Rob Meyer-Kukan – Sound Baths, Singing Bowls and Intention | 00:45:32 | |
This week, we had an uplifting time talking with Ann Arbor-based educator, musician and multi-disciplinary therapist Rob Meyer-Kukan. Rob is the owner at 7 Notes Natural Health in Ann Arbor, Michigan, where he applies his extensive skill set and anatomical background to help people to hear, see, and feel true wellness through work with the body. He began his practice in 2015 as the Healthy Musician Institute, LLC, serving musicians and performing artists with repetitive strain injuries. Among his many talents, Rob teaches piano, is a licensed massage therapist, sound therapist, a level III trained Reiki Practitioner and Teacher, and a Veriditas Certified Labyrinth Facilitator. He is also currently studying naturopathy with plans to become a Naturopathic Doctor. Rob’s offers sound baths, workshops, classes and more (see below for details of upcoming workshops and for a link to Rob’s YouTube Channel, which offers opportunities to experience a sound bath over the miles). Rob is very attuned to the power of sound vibration, entrainment and frequency, especially in encouraging balanced, natural health, and in the collective work of intention and healing (he is an advocate of pioneering sound therapist Jonathan Goldman’s principle that Frequency + Intent = Healing). We talk especially about the effects of sound baths and sound healing, as well as the connecting power of sound for individuals and like-minded (or perhaps we should say, like-hearted) communities. Websites, people and organizations mentioned in this episode: Rob’s website: https://7notesnaturalhealth.com/ Check Rob’s site for details of his monthly sound baths and sound healing trainings, offered through the Meditate School of Mindfulness and Sound. The next class offering is March 16-19, 2024: https://7notesnaturalhealth.com/events/ Rob’s YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/robmeyerkukan Contact Rob at contact@7notesnaturalhealth.com Rob’s social media links: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/robmeyerkukan Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robmeyerkukan/ Shared intention Taking a good news story this week that we’ll look at later, CO2 emissions in the EU dramatically fell last year, but still need to fall further to meet the bloc’s COP Climate commitment. We will that all who have influence within EU nations will continue to be open to, be guided by, and promote actions and policies that help reduce their nation’s CO2 emissions. Please join us in holding this. Sources for news topics mentioned in this episode are: https://news.un.org/en/story/2024/02/1146182 https://reports.unocha.org/en/country/ethiopia/ https://mediatalkafrica.com/146122/massive-gas-explosion-causes-devastation-in-nairobi-kenya/ https://apnews.com/article/mexico-bus-truck-crash-mazatlan-dead-8a6a627c5eec0b90165f20a74d965b14 https://www.al-monitor.com/originals/2024/02/houthis-vow-response-after-us-uk-strike-yemen-targets https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/2/5/russia-ukraine-war-list-of-key-events-day-712 https://apnews.com/article/putin-turkey-visit-black-sea-grain-nato-1af0b6253cb7fb80a7f12b340623fc8c https://www.france24.com/en/tag/ukraine/ https://www.voanews.com/a/russia-accuses-ukraine-of-monstrous-attack-on-bakery/7471140.html https://en.mehrnews.com/news/211688/10-killed-in-attack-on-police-station-in-Pakistan https://sigmaearth.com/forest-fire-in-chile-kills-112-worst-disaster-since-2010/ https://phys.org/news/2024-01-sea-otters-widespread-california-kelp.html#google_vignette https://journals.plos.org/climate/article?id=10.1371/journal.pclm.0000290 https://www.montereybayaquarium.org/ Join us in person for intenton holding: https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/events-1 ~ Labyrinth Activist Network Zoom calls https://insighttimer.com/cliverj ~ Daily intention holding with Clive on Insight Timer. Our websites: http://heartfulimpact.com/ ~ Our show website. Global Healing Response ~ Offers a wealth of prayers, suggested practices and prompts in response to environmental catastrophe, conflict, and other world events. Legacy Labyrinth Project ~ Creating global energetic connections through the labyrinth; inspiring active intention sending using the labyrinth via labyrinth activism. Clive Johnson Ministry ~ Events and offerings aimed at building beloved community. Impact! Is presented by Ellen Bintz and Clive Johnson. It is produced by Impact Productions. Our show content is hosted by Podbean and available from all major podcast platforms. Our theme music is by Chris Collins. indiemusicbox.com. Our logo artwork is by AltoClassic (Getty Images/istock). Contact us via Facebook Messenger from the Impact! Facebook group, or using any of the contact methods mentioned on our websites. Impact! www.heartfulimpact.com | |||
| 29 Aug 2024 | Paralympic Special: Inclusivity and Inspiration | 00:36:32 | |
This week, as the spectacular Paralympic Games open in Paris, we turn our attention to all things Paralympics, but also, to consider the challenges of impairment beyond sport and the true meaning of inclusivity. As a friend of ours who is visually impaired once said. while recognising the efforts of many to be aware of her needs, “I often get invited to the party, but very rarely do I get invited to dance.” So, what can we do to ensure that our impaired friends enjoy the dances that they might share with us? Along the way, we’ll also take some inspiration from what’s happening in Paris – including cheering on the partner of the daughter of a friend of Ellen, who is among the 4,000 and more Paralympians taking part! Where does the word Paralympics come from? How can fair competition happen when athletes taking part in different sports have different levels of impairment? What does it mean to be a Paralympian? These questions and more are also on our minds this week in an inspiring, informative, and encouraging episode! Suggested focus for intention this week This week, we might consider how each one of us individually can take steps to become more inclusive of people with impairments. We therefore suggest holding as our special focus this week: We will that we will always be mindful of, and have wisdom to know how to be as fully inclusive as possible of people we may meet who have an impairment, when planning activities, entertaining others, and in general conversation, whether their impairment is known to us or otherwise. Please join us in holding this. And if you yourself have an impairment, you may wish to especially focus the intention on willing greater awareness of where others may best have wisdom to ensure that you not only get invited to the party, but you feel fully a part of the dance. If this includes you, please do share in the Facebook group what we all can do to make this happen! Websites referred to for this episode: Our special thanks to Tammy for sharing her insights in our research for this episode. Watch Kaitlyn Eaton, Team USA Basketball Paralympian, prepare for the Paris Games in the Outsports special 'Ballin' Out,' which premiers this week. Series trailer: Paris 2024 Paralympic Games official website https://olympics.com/en/paris-2024 United Nations member states disability legislation (country listing) https://www.un.org/development/desa/disabilities/disability-laws-and-acts-by-country-area.html Sources referred to for this episode: https://businesscasestudies.co.uk/from-challenges-to-champions-2024-paralympic-stories-that-inspire/ https://eye-able.com/blog/accessibility-laws-worldwide https://mebster.com/meblog/perseverance-and-triumph-the-journey-of-paralympic-athletes https://nda.ie/disability-policy/international-policy-legislation https://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/disabilityandhealth/disability-strategies.html https://www.disabilitywales.org/socialmodel/inclusive-language-and-imagery/ https://www.englandathletics.org/team-england/talent-pathway/paralympic-talent-programme/ https://www.equalrepresentation.scot/toolkit/6-party-culture/33-describing-disabled-people/ https://www.nchpad.org/1518/6485/How~to~Become~a~Paralympian https://www.ohchr.org/en/instruments-mechanisms/instruments/convention-rights-persons-disabilities https://www.paralympic.org/athletics/classification https://www.theperformanceroom.co.uk/disaster-triumph-take-brilliantly-resilient/ https://www.un.org/development/desa/disabilities/disability-laws-and-acts-by-country-area.html https://www.usopc.org/eligibility-information https://www.worldbank.org/en/topic/disability https://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/disabilityandhealth/disability-strategies.html https://www.who.int/health-topics/disability#tab=tab_1 https://www.humanity-inclusion.org.uk/en/action/disability-the-global-picture https://www.inclusivecitymaker.com/disabled-people-in-the-world-in-2021-facts-and-figures/ https://gelovationseurope.com/the-story-of-the-paralympic-games/ Join us in person for intenton holding: https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/events-1 Labyrinth Activist Network Zoom calls https://insighttimer.com/cliverj Daily intention holding with Clive on Insight Timer. Our websites: www.heartfulimpact.com/ Our show website. https://globalhealingresponse.com/ Global Healing Response ~ Offers a wealth of prayers, suggested practices and prompts in response to environmental catastrophe, conflict, and other world events. https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/ Legacy Labyrinth Project ~ Creating global energetic connections through the labyrinth; inspiring active intention sending using the labyrinth via labyrinth activism. https://www.clivejohnsonministry.com/ Clive Johnson Ministry ~ Events and offerings aimed at building beloved community, including weekly energy holding vigils and Power of Eight group. https://insighttimer.com/cliverj ~ Daily intention holding. Impact! Is presented by Ellen Bintz and Clive Johnson. It is produced by Impact Productions. Our show content is hosted by Podbean and available from all major podcast platforms. Our theme music is by Chris Collins. indiemusicbox.com. Our logo artwork is by AltoClassic (Getty Images/istock). Contact us via Facebook Messenger from the Impact! Facebook group, or using any of the contact methods mentioned on our websites. Impact! www.heartfulimpact.com. | |||
| 20 Feb 2025 | Understanding the DRC-Rwanda Conflict: A Deep Dive | 00:19:57 | |
This week, we seek to understand what is causing the escalating conflict between the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Rwanda. The historical tensions and recent developments have culminated in a humanitarian crisis that demands global attention. As many thousands this year have been displaced, killed or been subject to violence, we explore the complex background of this conflict, sharing insights on the major players and their motivations. As always, we invite you to join us in offering intention and prayer for the affected. Intention holding and prayers start at 16 minutes 20 seconds. Suggested Intention Focus for this week This week, as hopes of negotiations aimed at reaching a lasting peace between the Democatic Republic of the Congo and Rwanda are revived, we suggest holding as our main intention: We will that all parties seeking to navigate a way forward in the dispute between Rwanda and the DRC over their competing interests in North Kivu will receive wisdom to conceive a comprehensive agreement that is acceptable to all parties. Please join us in holding this. Intention holding and prayers start at 16 minutes 20 seconds. Chapter Markers: 00:00:00 Introduction 00:16:20 Intentions and Prayers 00:01:04 Overview of the Conflict 00:02:00 Geography of the Conflict 00:07:13 Historical Roots of the Conflict 00:08:49 The Rise of M23 00:10:40 Prospects for Peace 00:18:31 Intention Focus Sources referenced in this episode: https://amaniafrica-et.org/psc-summit-on-the-situation-in-eastern-drc/ https://casebook.icrc.org/case-study/democratic-republic-congo-conflict-kivus https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cgly1yrd9j3o https://www.justiceinfo.net/en/141061-modern-day-gold-rush-north-kivu-what-law-can-do.html https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cvgmj00zjrpo https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/ckgyzl1mlkvo https://www.cfr.org/global-conflict-tracker/conflict/violence-democratic-republic-congo https://www.dw.com/en/dr-congo-what-you-need-to-know-about-the-conflict/a-71437683 Join us in person for intention holding: https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/events-1 Labyrinth Activist Network Zoom calls https://insighttimer.com/cliverj Daily intention holding with Clive on Insight Timer. Our websites: www.heartfulimpact.com/ Our show website. https://globalhealingresponse.com/ Global Healing Response ~ Offers a wealth of prayers, suggested practices and prompts in response to environmental catastrophe, conflict, and other world events. https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/ Legacy Labyrinth Project ~ Creating global energetic connections through the labyrinth; inspiring active intention sending using the labyrinth via labyrinth activism. https://www.clivejohnsonministry.com/ Clive Johnson Ministry ~ Events and offerings aimed at building beloved community, including weekly energy holding vigils and Power of Eight group. https://insighttimer.com/cliverj ~ Daily intention holding. Impact! Is presented by Ellen Bintz and Clive Johnson. It is produced by Impact Productions. Our show content is hosted by Podbean and available from all major podcast platforms. Our theme music is by Chris Collins. indiemusicbox.com. Our logo artwork is by AltoClassic (Getty Images/istock). Contact us via Facebook Messenger from the Impact! Facebook group, or using any of the contact methods mentioned on our websites. Impact! www.heartfulimpact.com. | |||
| 09 May 2024 | A Deep Dive into the US Campus Protests Sparked by the Gaza Conflict | 00:28:36 | |
In this insightful episode, we explore the recent wave of campus protests across the United States, ignited by the ongoing conflict in Gaza. We delve into student responses to the crisis, specifically looking at campuses of prestigious universities like Columbia University and Yale. We offer a neutral examination of both pro-Israel and pro-Palestinian sentiment rise on US campuses, discussing anti-Semitism, Islamophobia, and Jewish students' perspectives in the context of these movements. We move beyond protest dynamics to scrutinize the underlying demands and motivations, be it calls for institutional divestment or opposition to government policies, and their relationship with the BDS movement. We also shed light on events such as the violence at UCLA, arresting of protest participants, and the resulting impact on education. This episode aims to navigate through the multiple layers of this critical global issue, in our aim to suggest concentrated prayer and intent. This in-depth episode also investigates the intricate balance strived for by university administrations and law enforcement amidst the ongoing protests. Concerns over free speech suppression and rights to peaceful assembly have intensified, along with the unsettling rise in anti-Semitism. The role of law enforcement and the restrictions imposed by university authorities, and their influence on the protest momentum, form an integral part of our discussion. We further delve into the political implications of these protests, examining President Joe Biden's carefully curated response and the increasing pressure for a firmer stance from Republican opponents. As the potential impact on Biden's reelection bid becomes increasingly complex and divisive, the political aspect of these protests intensifies. The response of universities, ranging from negotiation with activists to seeking police enforcement, is also examined. With the escalating trend in anti-Semitic and anti-Islamic hate speech, we confront challenges related to the limits of free speech while pointing out the pressing need for peaceful dialogue. We also discuss the critical role and responsibility universities have in striking a balance between protest allowance and ensuring student safety and uninterrupted education. Suggested intention Deciding what is acceptable, and in accordance with the principle of free speech and the right to protest, and what crosses the line into threatening the safety of others, incites hatred, and puts unreasonable pressure on authorities to maintain order is a difficult judgement for any free society. Given this difficulty, we suggest holding as our intention this week: We will that University presidents, trustees, and others in positions of influence will be guided in their responses to the protests on their campuses. Please join us in holding this. Chapter markers: 00:00:10 Introduction 00:00:17 Host Introduction and Welcome 00:01:19 Focusing on the Protests 00:04:23 Recent Protests at U.S. Campuses 00:07:02 Response to Peaceful Demonstrations 00:10:13 Understanding the Polarization 00:11:05 Addressing Anti-Semitism 00:14:13 Responses from Institutions and Politicians 00:18:15 Why the Situation is Polarized 00:20:49 Balancing Freedom and Responsibility 00:21:23 Holding Intention for Decision-Makers Sources referenced for this episode: https://apnews.com/article/gaza-war-campus-protests-966eb531279f8e4381883fc5d79d5466 https://deadline.com/2024/05/saturday-night-live-cold-open-college-protests-1235904688/ https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/4/25/past-student-protests-in-the-us-working-hed https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-68894386 https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-68908885 https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-68919182 https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-68954382 https://www.cbc.ca/news/world/us-campus-protests-ucla-incident-1.7191441 https://www.nytimes.com/live/2024/05/03/us/college-campus-protests https://www.prospectmagazine.co.uk/politics/free-speech/65927/us-campus-protests-free-speech-gaza https://www.reuters.com/world/us/pro-palestinian-encampments-us-universities-2024-05-02/ https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2024/apr/30/us-campus-peace-protests-overreaction-gaza https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/article/2024/may/03/college-gaza-protests-antisemitism https://www.vox.com/2024/4/24/24138333/columbia-student-protests-gaza-nyu-divest-faculty https://www.washingtonpost.com/education/2024/04/28/jewish-students-campus-protests-israel-gaza/ Join us in person for intention holding: https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/events-1 ~ Labyrinth Activist Network Zoom calls https://insighttimer.com/cliverj ~ Daily intention holding with Clive on Insight Timer. Our websites: www.heartfulimpact.com/ Our show website. | |||
| 18 Apr 2024 | Israeli-Iranian Relations: Historical Perspectives and Future Implications | 00:23:20 | |
Join hosts Ellen and Clive as they navigate the convoluted history and current tensions between Iran and Israel in this special episode. We dive into the geopolitical, ideological, and historical factors that have shaped the Iranian-Israeli relationships, providing a comprehensive primer into the roots of the rivalry, analyzing the key periods that have affected this bond, and explaining the significant influences exercised by other global players, including the U.S. Special attention is given to the impact of US policies under bother former President Donald Trump and current President Joe Biden, viewpoints from Israel and Iran, and the critical roles that internal politics, public opinion, and Middle East geopolitics have played in bringing the two countries to their current state of mistrust. Suggested intention As many commentators say that the relationship between Iran and Israel is at a crossroads, for our suggested focus for intention this week, we suggest that the governments of both countries chose a path that seeks to deescalate the tension between them: We will that those in positions of influence and power within the Israeli and Iranian governments will be inspired and emboldened to pursue a path of de-escalating tensions between their two nations. Please join us in holding this. Episode Chapters: 00:00:03 Introduction 00:02:03 Unraveling the Conflict 00:02:53 Deep-rooted Rivalry 00:07:15 Ideological and Strategic Factors 00:09:05 Influence of International Relations 00:10:45 Strong U.S. Support for Israel 00:16:02 Recent Developments 00:17:41 People’s Views vs. Government Stance 00:19:58 Path to De-escalation 00:21:49 Conclusion and Call to Action Sources referenced for this episode: https://www.vox.com/2014/7/24/5929705/us-israel-friends http://cis.mit.edu/news-media/news/2022/why-us-and-iran-hate-each-other https://www.brookings.edu/articles/america-and-iran-from-containment-to-coexistence/ https://www.nbcnews.com/news/world/iran-attack-israel-israel-war-gaza-hamas-drone-missile-rcna147784 https://apnews.com/article/israel-palestinians-poll-biden-war-gaza-4159b28d313c6c37abdb7f14162bcdd1 https://www.cbsnews.com/news/biden-israel-gaza-poll-cbs-news/ https://www.npr.org/transcripts/1197961297 https://www.vox.com/policy/24072983/biden-trump-palestinians-israel-gaza-policy-different https://www.npr.org/2024/04/12/1244281886/iran-israel-relations-enemies-gaza-war https://www.pbs.org/newshour/world/a-timeline-of-recent-events-that-led-to-irans-assault-on-israel https://www.nytimes.com/2024/04/14/world/middleeast/iran-attacks-israel-history.html https://www.jstor.org/stable/10.7249/mg1143osd https://www.jstor.org/stable/10.7249/mg1143osd.7 https://www.cfr.org/article/irans-regional-armed-network https://www.stimson.org/2023/what-drives-israel-iran-hostility-how-might-it-be-resolved/ https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2021/5/18/short-answer-why-is-the-united-states-so-pro-israel https://www.cfr.org/timeline/us-relations-iran-1953-2023 https://www.specialeurasia.com/2024/04/14/iran-attack-israel-report/ https://www.dw.com/en/why-are-iran-and-israel-sworn-enemies/a-68780605 https://www.wilsoncenter.org/event/iran-and-israel-couple-odds https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/25765949.2023.2299076 Join us in person for intention holding: https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/events-1 ~ Labyrinth Activist Network Zoom calls https://insighttimer.com/cliverj ~ Daily intention holding with Clive on Insight Timer. Our websites: www.heartfulimpact.com/ ~ Our show website. https://globalhealingresponse.com/ Global Healing Response ~ Offers a wealth of prayers, suggested practices and prompts in response to environmental catastrophe, conflict, and other world events. https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/ Legacy Labyrinth Project https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/events-1 ~ Creating global energetic connections through the labyrinth; inspiring active intention sending using the labyrinth via labyrinth activism. https://www.clivejohnsonministry.com/ Clive Johnson Ministry https://insighttimer.com/cliverj ~ Events and offerings aimed at building beloved community, including weekly energy holding vigils and Power of Eight group. Impact! Is presented by Ellen Bintz and Clive Johnson. It is produced by Impact Productions. Our show content is hosted by Podbean and available from all major podcast platforms. Our theme music is by Chris Collins. www.indiemusicbox.com. Our logo artwork is by AltoClassic (Getty Images/istock). Contact us via Facebook Messenger from the Impact! Facebook group, or using any of the contact methods mentioned on our websites. Impact! www.heartfulimpact.com | |||
| 07 Nov 2024 | Paradise Lost or Gained: Dealing with Disappointment or Joy in the Wake of the US Elections | 00:22:52 | |
In this week's episode, as the results of the US elections become known, we focus on contrasting themes of disappointment and joy, and how to deal with these in an environment that has been especially polarized. As both US citizens and others process the results, we discuss how individuals on both sides can find peace and unity through compassion and understanding, and offer practical suggestions for dealing both with fear, disappointment and anxiety, and for handling joy and celebration with equanimity and empathy for supporters of a losing side. We reflect on the vision of a harmonious society, drawing inspiration from Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s concept of a "Beloved Community," in which justice, equality, and love for all humanity prevail. We ask whether this is a Utopian ideal or one that can be put into practice to bridge divides and foster mutual respect in a polarized world? Crucially, in the days following the vote, we look at where our intentions and prayers might now be focused. Whether you are celebrating or mourning, this episode provides guidance on navigating emotions with grace, encouraging a collective intention towards healing and unity. Tune in and discover how we can each contribute to a more harmonious world, while perhaps receiving some comfort and hope if you are among those now feeling despondent. Suggested Intention Focus for this Week: This week, as the US comes to terms with the election of Donald Trump for a second term as its President, following a heavily contested election, we suggest holding as our main intention: We will that all US citizens will be moved by compassion to respect and love their fellow countryfolk, even though they may dislike their politics, words and actions. Please join us in holding this. Supporting websites, books and resources: How to be Mindful when Bad Things Happen – listen again to Ellen’s interview with Brother Dave, offering practical guidance on how we can respond to disappointment or dismay at what’s happening around us https://www.heartfulimpact.com/e/how-to-be-mindful-when-bad-things-happen%e2%80%93brother-dave/ The ‘One Tribe’ Challenge https://www.clivejohnsonministry.com/mOTT.html. A Challenge aimed at building personal resilience in the face of polarised feelings in politics and society. Note the Challenge is now archived and email registration no longer works, but email Clive at clive@clivejohnsonministry.com to get links to the archived video prompts. ‘The Heart of Lovingkindness’ by Clive Johnson on Amazon: https://www.clivejohnsonvoiceovers.co.uk/lp/heartoflovingkindness.html Offers guidance on practicing lovingkindness in different situations. Clive’s daily lovingkindness practice runs from 0730-0750am on Insight Timer. See upcoming events at https://insighttimer.com/cliverj (it’s not necessary to have the Insight Timer app to join). Suggestions and resources to help deal with disappointment: https://www.betterhelp.com/advice/how-to/how-to-deal-with-disappointment-and-let-things-go/ https://manhattancbt.com/how-to-deal-with-disappointment/ https://www.redonline.co.uk/wellbeing/a61697558/how-to-deal-with-disappointment/ https://mensline.org.au/how-to-deal-with-anger/how-to-deal-with-disappointment/ Guided meditation for dealing with disappointment – https://insighttimer.com/cliverj/guided-meditations/a-meditation-for-dealing-with-disappointment Sources referenced in this episode: https://chinamediaproject.org/the_ccp_dictionary/harmonious-society/ https://www.hoover.org/research/harmonious-china https://www.chinadaily.com.cn/china/19thcpcnationalcongress/2010-09/16/content_29714563.htm https://www.r2hub.org/library/25-traits-of-the-beloved-community https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0191886919305318 Chapter Markers: 00:00:00 Introduction 00:01:38 Disappointment and Joy 00:03:16 Calling for Unity 00:04:32 Principles of a Beloved Community 00:06:32 The Challenge of Distinguishing Facts from Fiction 00:09:40 The Golden Rule and Political Differences 00:10:39 Practicing Lovingkindness 00:11:29 Celebrating Election Wins Mindfully 00:14:31 Dealing with Disappointment 00:19:23 Intentions and Prayers in the wake of the US Election Results 00:20:14 Support Resources for Coping with Disappointment
Join us in person for intention holding: https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/events-1 Labyrinth Activist Network Zoom calls https://insighttimer.com/cliverj Daily intention holding with Clive on Insight Timer. Our websites: www.heartfulimpact.com/ Our show website. https://globalhealingresponse.com/ Global Healing Response ~ Offers a wealth of prayers, suggested practices and prompts in response to environmental catastrophe, conflict, and other world events. https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/ Legacy Labyrinth Project ~ Creating global energetic connections through the labyrinth; inspiring active intention sending using the labyrinth via labyrinth activism. https://www.clivejohnsonministry.com/ Clive Johnson Ministry ~ Events and offerings aimed at building beloved community, including weekly energy holding vigils and Power of Eight group. https://insighttimer.com/cliverj ~ Daily intention holding. Impact! Is presented by Ellen Bintz and Clive Johnson. It is produced by Impact Productions. Our show content is hosted by Podbean and available from all major podcast platforms. Our theme music is by Chris Collins. indiemusicbox.com. Our logo artwork is by AltoClassic (Getty Images/istock). Contact us via Facebook Messenger from the Impact! Facebook group, or using any of the contact methods mentioned on our websites. Impact! www.heartfulimpact.com. | |||
| 31 Dec 2024 | Intentions That Came To Be: Giving Thanks for 2024 | 00:29:41 | |
In this special edition to end 2024, we reflect on the many answers to our intentions and prayers this year. We give thanks for major progress made in conflicts and crises, step changes in some formerly challenging situations, and large scale global advancements in attending to the care of our planet and the health of the world's poor. Join with us as we recognise and appreciate the great strides have been taken in a world that too often seems driven by conflict and catastrophe. Suggested focus for this week As we end our review of this year, let’s concentrate our energy this week on giving thanks, as we suggest as our main focus: We give thanks for the many answered intentions and prayers that we know of this year, as well as the many that we don’t. Please join us in holding this. Chapter markers: 00:00:00 Introduction 00:02:57 Reflecting on Global Conflicts 00:07:06 Vaccination Efforts Worldwide 00:09:12 Myanmar’s Humanitarian Crisis 00:10:49 Microplastic Pollution 00:13:30 Climate Challenges 00:15:40 Sri Lanka’s Political Transformation 00:17:43 Global Electoral Trends 00:18:36 Hurricane Responses in the US 00:19:52 Political Shifts in Syria and South Korea 00:22:23 Focus on Environmental Commitments 00:27:28 Gratitude for Progress 00:28:00 Suggested Focus for this end of year Sources referenced in this episode: https://www.understandingwar.org/backgrounder/iran-update-october-16-2024 https://ecfr.eu/article/israels-unwinnable-wars-the-path-to-de-escalation-in-the-middle-east/ https://press.un.org/en/2024/sc15728.doc.htm https://www.hrw.org/news/2024/09/17/talibans-attack-girls-education-harming-afghanistans-future https://www.theccc.org.uk/publication/progress-in-reducing-emissions-2024-report-to-parliament/ https://www.9trees.org/9trees-blog/earth-day-2024-reflections-on-global-environmental-progress https://climateactiontracker.org/countries/eu/ https://warontherocks.com/2024/12/seizing-the-moment-armenia-and-azerbaijan-at-a-crossroads/ https://www.politico.eu/article/armenia-azerbaijan-tout-possible-south-caucasus-peace-deal/ https://www.securitycouncilreport.org/whatsinblue/2024/11/myanmar-private-meeting-6.php https://theowp.org/peace-talks-begin-in-myanmar-following-rebel-victory/ https://www.worldwildlife.org/pages/global-plastics-treaty https://environment.ec.europa.eu/news/eu-regrets-inconclusive-global-plastics-treaty-2024-12-02_en https://www.greenclimate.fund/gcf-2 https://unfccc.int/sites/default/files/resource/cp2024_L10_adv.pdf https://lankalaw.net/2024/11/01/the-economic-transformation-act-no-45-of-2024/ https://www.imf.org/en/News/Articles/2024/11/27/tr112724-transcript-of-press-briefing-sri-lanka https://www.allhandsandhearts.org/storm-tracker/hurricane-helene-2024/ Join us in person for intention holding: https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/events-1 Labyrinth Activist Network Zoom calls https://insighttimer.com/cliverj Daily intention holding with Clive on Insight Timer. Our websites: www.heartfulimpact.com/ Our show website. https://globalhealingresponse.com/ Global Healing Response ~ Offers a wealth of prayers, suggested practices and prompts in response to environmental catastrophe, conflict, and other world events. https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/ Legacy Labyrinth Project ~ Creating global energetic connections through the labyrinth; inspiring active intention sending using the labyrinth via labyrinth activism. https://www.clivejohnsonministry.com/ Clive Johnson Ministry ~ Events and offerings aimed at building beloved community, including weekly energy holding vigils and Power of Eight group. https://insighttimer.com/cliverj ~ Daily intention holding. Impact! Is presented by Ellen Bintz and Clive Johnson. It is produced by Impact Productions. Our show content is hosted by Podbean and available from all major podcast platforms. Our theme music is by Chris Collins. indiemusicbox.com. Our logo artwork is by AltoClassic (Getty Images/istock). Contact us via Facebook Messenger from the Impact! Facebook group, or using any of the contact methods mentioned on our websites. Impact! www.heartfulimpact.com. | |||
| 16 Aug 2024 | Worldwide Wild Fires | 00:28:52 | |
In this week's episode we take a dive deep into one critical global issue that is often in the headlines headlines – the increasing frequency and intensity of wildfires. As part of our ongoing focus on the element of fire, the Global Healing Response special focus theme for this quarter, we explore where we can collectively offer our intentions and prayers to support the many consequences and responses to what is increasingly becoming a global challenge. Special Intention Focus Given that it is estimated that 90% of all wildfires in some parts of the world result from human activity, we suggest holding as our special focus for intention this week: We will that all who have the means to influence, educate and inform, and in all territories that are especially at risk of wild fires taking hold, will be moved to emphasise public education around fire safety in the natural environment. Please join us in holding this. Websites and sources referenced in this episode: https://womenforwomen.org.uk/ Women for Women International https://globalhealingresponse.com/ghr-2024-q3-ourplanet-fire/ Global Healing Response Focus – Fire https://reliefweb.int/report/greece/greece-wildfire-jrc-effis-media-echo-daily-flash-08-august-2024 https://www.who.int/health-topics/wildfires#tab=tab_1 https://commission.europa.eu/news/eu-prepares-2024-wildfire-season-2024-05-14_en https://atmosphere.copernicus.eu/2024-begins-contrasting-wildfire-dynamics-around-globe https://disasterphilanthropy.org/disasters/2024-north-american-wildfires/ https://www.forestresearch.gov.uk/climate-change/risks/wildfire/ https://www.onthesnow.co.uk/news/long-range-weather-forecast-for-europe/ https://www.metoffice.gov.uk/research/climate/seasonal-to-decadal/long-range https://www.netweather.tv/weather-forecasts/uk/long-range/seasonal Chapter Markers 00:00:12 Introduction 00:01:21 The Rising Threat of Wildfires 00:03:58 Global Impact of Wildfires 00:07:01 Regions Most Vulnerable to Wildfires 00:10:19 The Human Cost of Wildfires 00:14:14 Causes of Wildfires 00:17:53 Measures to Reduce Wildfire Frequency 00:21:05 Focusing Our Intentions and Prayers 00:25:41 The Role of Climate Change 00:27:27 Conclusion Join us in person for intenton holding: https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/events-1 Labyrinth Activist Network Zoom calls https://insighttimer.com/cliverj Daily intention holding with Clive on Insight Timer. Our websites: www.heartfulimpact.com/ Our show website. https://globalhealingresponse.com/ Global Healing Response ~ Offers a wealth of prayers, suggested practices and prompts in response to environmental catastrophe, conflict, and other world events. https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/ Legacy Labyrinth Project ~ Creating global energetic connections through the labyrinth; inspiring active intention sending using the labyrinth via labyrinth activism. https://www.clivejohnsonministry.com/ Clive Johnson Ministry ~ Events and offerings aimed at building beloved community, including weekly energy holding vigils and Power of Eight group. https://insighttimer.com/cliverj ~ Daily intention holding. Impact! Is presented by Ellen Bintz and Clive Johnson. It is produced by Impact Productions. Our show content is hosted by Podbean and available from all major podcast platforms. Our theme music is by Chris Collins. indiemusicbox.com. Our logo artwork is by AltoClassic (Getty Images/istock). Contact us via Facebook Messenger from the Impact! Facebook group, or using any of the contact methods mentioned on our websites. Impact! www.heartfulimpact.com.
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| 08 Aug 2024 | Why isn't the world acting? Famine and Genocide in Darfur: A Call to Action | 00:29:17 | |
In this week's episode of Impact!, we turn our attention to one of the most pressing and tragic crises of our time—the unfolding famine and genocide in Darfur. We explore the causes, current conditions, and challenges to ending what many believe is a largely man-made catastrophe. As many are resorting to eating leaves and soil, the international response to the crisis is breathtaking in its inadequacy. New talks this month in Switzerland will aim to broker a ceasefire the ongoing conflict between the warring Sudanese military and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), as the 15-month conflict that has torn Sudan apart exacerbates the famine and has led to the largest displacement of people of any conflict in recent history. As always, we turn our attention to what we can do by being clear and specific with oour collective intention, prayers, and practical actions. Together, we believe we can make a difference. Suggested focus for intention holding this week As Sudan moves dangerously towards another genocide, while the largely man-made famine affecting Darfur is expected to bring starvation to millions, we suggest holding as our main focus this week: We will that all attending the peace talks in Geneva next week will resolve a permanent, committed end to the conflict in Darfur, including allowing effective and immediate protection for aid workers and delivery vehicles to reach all who are affected by the famine there. Please join us in holding this. Sources mentioned in this episode: https://reliefweb.int/report/sudan/sudan-famine-ipc-dg-echo-echo-daily-flash-02-august-2024 https://reliefweb.int/report/sudan/resident-and-humanitarian-coordinator-sudan-reiterates-need-urgent-intervention-experts-confirm-famine-conditions-enar Includes link to download the report of the IPC Famine Review Committee published on 1 August 2024 https://www.voanews.com/a/report-confirms-famine-conditions-in-parts-of-sudan-s-darfur/7726512.html https://apnews.com/article/sudan-famine-al-fasher-north-darfur-84901717e4b2fb100c4aba8f28d7b7c0 https://www.securitycouncilreport.org/whatsinblue/2024/07/sudan-closed-consultations-3.php https://news.un.org/en/story/2024/08/1152781 https://edition.cnn.com/2024/06/14/africa/sudan-darfur-genocide-fears-explainer-intl/index.html https://reliefweb.int/report/sudan/famine-finding-darfur-must-bring-action https://www.wfp.org/news/famine-confirmed-sudans-north-darfur-confirming-un-agencies-worst-fears https://www.ipcinfo.org/ipcinfo-website/resources/resources-details/en/c/1129202 Making a Donation: There are several reputable organizations accepting donations to help address the humanitarian crisis in Darfur and Sudan, if you feel moved to and are able to donate. These organizations are actively working in the region and have established channels to provide aid to those affected by the crisis. In considering where to donate, you may wish to look carefully at where your money will go. Among prominent agencies working in Sudan are: CARE International: https://www.care.org/our-work/disaster-response/emergencies/sudan-humanitarian-crisis/ CAFOD (Catholic Agency for Overseas Development): Helping to supply safe drinking water and essential cash for food to vulnerable families: https://cafod.org.uk/give/donate-to-emergencies/sudan-crisis-appeal UNICEF: Sudan Appeal for children in crisis: https://www.unicef.org.uk/donate/sudan-appeal/ International Rescue Committee (IRC): https://www.rescue.org/uk/country/sudan UNHCR (UN Refugee Agency): While their appeal is specifically for Chad, which is receiving refugees from Darfur, donations to UNHCR help provide shelter, protection, and basic necessities to those fleeing the conflict: https://donate.unhcr.org/sg/en-sg/chad-emergency Chapter markers: 00:00:12 Introduction and Welcome 00:01:52 Unfolding Famine and Genocide in Darfur 00:05:44 Famine Conditions in North Darfur 00:09:09 Displacement and siege in El Fasher 00:13:07 Challenges in Responding to the Famine 00:14:26 Urgent Need for Financial Support and Diplomatic Pressure 00:19:10 Ways to Support and Donate 00:21:09 Focus of Prayers for Darfur Join us in person for intenton holding: https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/events-1 Labyrinth Activist Network Zoom calls https://insighttimer.com/cliverj Daily intention holding with Clive on Insight Timer. Our websites: www.heartfulimpact.com/ Our show website. https://globalhealingresponse.com/ Global Healing Response ~ Offers a wealth of prayers, suggested practices and prompts in response to environmental catastrophe, conflict, and other world events. https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/ Legacy Labyrinth Project ~ Creating global energetic connections through the labyrinth; inspiring active intention sending using the labyrinth via labyrinth activism. https://www.clivejohnsonministry.com/ Clive Johnson Ministry ~ Events and offerings aimed at building beloved community, including weekly energy holding vigils and Power of Eight group. https://insighttimer.com/cliverj ~ Daily intention holding. Impact! Is presented by Ellen Bintz and Clive Johnson. It is produced by Impact Productions. Our show content is hosted by Podbean and available from all major podcast platforms. Our theme music is by Chris Collins. indiemusicbox.com. Our logo artwork is by AltoClassic (Getty Images/istock). Contact us via Facebook Messenger from the Impact! Facebook group, or using any of the contact methods mentioned on our websites. Impact! www.heartfulimpact.com. | |||
| 06 Feb 2025 | Germany's Political Crossroads: A Pivotal Election and a Nation Divided | 00:16:02 | |
In this episode we dive deep into the political landscape of Germany as it gears up for a critical snap election. With Chancellor Olaf Scholz's coalition government having recently collapsed, the country faces a crucial decision at the polls on February 23rd, amid a backdrop of political fragmentation, economic stagnation, and significant shifts in voter dynamics. In this episode, we explore the current political scene, and seek to understand the key issues shaping voter concerns, and what has led to an unprecedented rise in support for the right wing AdF party. As always, we aim to see where our prayers and intentions are most needed as this critical moment for Europe's largest economy approaches. Suggested Intention Focus for this week This week, as Germany’s federal election approaches, we suggest holding as our main intention: We will that all voters in the forthcoming federal election in Germany will be moved to cast their vote in the interest of the greatest good for both themselves and their fellow citizens. Please join us in holding this. Chapter markers: 00:00:00 Introduction 00:02:11 Understanding Germany’s Political Landscape 00:04:55 The Rise of the AfD 00:10:18 Economic Stagnation and Its Impacts 00:12:50 Intentions and Prayers Sources referenced in this episode: https://www.nytimes.com/2024/12/16/world/europe/germany-government-collapse-olaf-scholz.html https://www.politico.eu/article/germany-federal-snap-election-take-place-feb-23-2025/ https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c7v3r046pzzo https://www.cleanenergywire.org/news/tracking-path-germany-snap-elections-2025 https://www.dw.com/en/german-election-2025-parties-launch-their-campaigns/a-71083928 https://www.gisreportsonline.com/r/german-political-landscape/ https://www.westcoastgermanmedia.com/germanys-upcoming-election-a-look-ahead-to-february-2025/ https://vinciworks.com/blog/how-the-2025-german-federal-election-could-reshape-europe/ https://foreignpolicy.com/2023/12/13/germany-afd-far-right-ban-populism/ https://www.voanews.com/a/german-far-right-leader-questions-nato-membership-/7901894.html https://edition.cnn.com/2025/01/09/world/musk-livestream-afd-weidel-germany-intl/index.html Join us in person for intention holding: https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/events-1 Labyrinth Activist Network Zoom calls https://insighttimer.com/cliverj Daily intention holding with Clive on Insight Timer. Our websites: www.heartfulimpact.com/ Our show website. https://globalhealingresponse.com/ Global Healing Response ~ Offers a wealth of prayers, suggested practices and prompts in response to environmental catastrophe, conflict, and other world events. https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/ Legacy Labyrinth Project ~ Creating global energetic connections through the labyrinth; inspiring active intention sending using the labyrinth via labyrinth activism. https://www.clivejohnsonministry.com/ Clive Johnson Ministry ~ Events and offerings aimed at building beloved community, including weekly energy holding vigils and Power of Eight group. https://insighttimer.com/cliverj ~ Daily intention holding. Impact! Is presented by Ellen Bintz and Clive Johnson. It is produced by Impact Productions. Our show content is hosted by Podbean and available from all major podcast platforms. Our theme music is by Chris Collins. indiemusicbox.com. Our logo artwork is by AltoClassic (Getty Images/istock). Contact us via Facebook Messenger from the Impact! Facebook group, or using any of the contact methods mentioned on our websites. Impact! www.heartfulimpact.com. | |||
| 10 Oct 2024 | Prioritizing Mental Health: A Global Workplace Imperative | 00:28:44 | |
This week, we explore the critical intersection of mental health and the workplace, as World Mental Health Day is marked by the World Federation for Mental Health, World Health Organisation and others. We consider the importance of mental health awareness in the workplace, discussing its impact on productivity, employee well-being, and societal health. The episode highlights the World Federation for Mental Health's campaign focus on mental health at work, addressing the challenges of stigma, discrimination, and inadequate support systems. We look at the importance of creating supportive work environments and the role of leadership in destigmatizing mental health issues, but also consider employer perspectives on what can be done, and how actions to combat mental health may impact their bottom lines. As always, we look at where we may hold specific intentions and home in with our prayers. Suggested focus for this week This week, as the World Federation for Mental Health, WHO and other prominent organisations highlight the rights of workers suffering poor mental health to be supported and destigmatized, we suggest holding as our main focus for intention this week: We will that the World Federation for Mental Health’s campaign this year will be very widely heard by HR policy makers, management trainers, and leaders of all employers worldwide, and they will be moved to carefully consider and act upon its call to prioritize mental health in the workplace, and to foster productive and supportive atmospheres in which both employees and organizations can thrive. Please join us in holding this. And please share with us in holding intention for those effected by the passage of Hurricane Milton: We will that every possible resource and assistance is immediately available to those in need from the results of the storms in the South Eastern United States. Global Healing Response: https://globalhealingresponse.com/ Sources referenced for this episode: https://wmhdofficial.com/ (World Mental Health Day website) https://www.who.int/campaigns/world-mental-health-day/2024 (World Mental Health Day 2024 web page, offers fact sheets and resources to download) https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/mental-health-at-work https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/mental-health-strengthening-our-response https://www.who.int/campaigns/world-mental-health-day https://www.un.org/en/healthy-workforce/world-mental-health-day https://www.mentalhealth.org.uk/our-work/public-engagement/world-mental-health-day https://www.mind.org.uk/get-involved/world-mental-health-day/ https://mentalhealth-uk.org/get-involved/mental-health-awareness-days/ Stevenson, D., & Farmer, P. (2017). Thriving at Work: A Review of Mental Health and Employers: https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/658145/thriving-at-work-stevenson-farmer-review.pdf Health and safety at work: Summary statistics for Great Britain 2023: https://www.hse.gov.uk/statistics/assets/docs/hssh2223.pdf Office for National Statistics (ONS), released 26 April 2023, Sickness absence in the UK labour market: 2022 https://betterworkplacemh.com/globalpicture/ (offers a global and country reports on the state of mental health in the workplace, as well as resources for business leaders and HR professionals) https://www.enhesa.com/resources/article/a-look-around-the-world-at-mental-health-in-the-workplace/ Chapter markers: 00:01:20 Hurricane Milton Approaches 00:04:08 World Mental Health Day Focus 00:08:24 Global State of Mental Health 00:19:34 Employer Responsibilities for Mental Health 00:21:31 Challenges for Policymakers 00:25:03 Focus for Intentions This Week Join us in person for intenton holding: https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/events-1 Labyrinth Activist Network Zoom calls https://insighttimer.com/cliverj Daily intention holding with Clive on Insight Timer. Our websites: www.heartfulimpact.com/ Our show website. https://globalhealingresponse.com/ Global Healing Response ~ Offers a wealth of prayers, suggested practices and prompts in response to environmental catastrophe, conflict, and other world events. https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/ Legacy Labyrinth Project ~ Creating global energetic connections through the labyrinth; inspiring active intention sending using the labyrinth via labyrinth activism. https://www.clivejohnsonministry.com/ Clive Johnson Ministry ~ Events and offerings aimed at building beloved community, including weekly energy holding vigils and Power of Eight group. https://insighttimer.com/cliverj ~ Daily intention holding. Impact! Is presented by Ellen Bintz and Clive Johnson. It is produced by Impact Productions. Our show content is hosted by Podbean and available from all major podcast platforms. Our theme music is by Chris Collins. indiemusicbox.com. Our logo artwork is by AltoClassic (Getty Images/istock). Contact us via Facebook Messenger from the Impact! Facebook group, or using any of the contact methods mentioned on our websites. Impact! www.heartfulimpact.com. | |||
| 28 Mar 2024 | News from around the world this week (week ending 29 March 2024)–Topics for intention and intercession | 00:25:38 | |
Join us for a look at news stories from around the world this week, some of which may not be making the headlines where you are, as we consider where and how we might focus our intentions and prayers. Shared intention As the full horror of the alleged Islamic State terrorist attack in Moscow last Friday becomes known, we think especially of those grieving and struggling to come to terms with this horrific act: We will that all who are grieving loved ones who died or were severely harmed by the attack at the Crocus City Hall in Moscow last week will be held in light, comfortrd, and be strengthened in their time of great sadness. As always, we’ll include this intention in our show notes. Sources for news topics mentioned in this episode are: United Nations World Water Day Message: https://www.un.org/en/observances/water-day/message https://www.upi.com/Top_News/World-News/2024/03/25/nigeria-kidnapped-students-rescued/8551711352508/ https://twitter.com/officialABAT/status/1771843046700703895 http://www.china.org.cn/world/Off_the_Wire/2024-03/25/content_117083155.htm https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/20240304_35/ https://www.aljazeera.com/gallery/2024/3/25/brazil-races-to-the-rescue-as-storm-death-toll-rises https://weather.com/news/weather/video/brazil-flooding-death-toll-rises-to-at-least-23 https://www.un.org/sustainabledevelopment/blog/2024/03/un-world-water-development-report/ https://www.un.org/en/observances/water-day/message https://www.dailysabah.com/world/africa/at-least-42-killed-as-rival-communities-clash-in-rural-chad https://www.trtafrika.com/africa/communal-violence-leaves-dozens-dead-in-chad-17452267 https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/2024/03/25/moscow-concert-hall-attack-russia-isis/ https://www.france24.com/en/europe/20240324-russia-charges-four-men-over-concert-hall-attack https://en.vietnamplus.vn/landslide-in-indonesias-west-java-leaves-one-dead-nine-missing/283445.vnp Join us in person for intention holding: https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/events-1 ~ Labyrinth Activist Network Zoom calls https://insighttimer.com/cliverj ~ Daily intention holding with Clive on Insight Timer. Our websites: http://heartfulimpact.com/ ~ Our show website. Global Healing Response ~ Offers a wealth of prayers, suggested practices and prompts in response to environmental catastrophe, conflict, and other world events. Legacy Labyrinth Project ~ Creating global energetic connections through the labyrinth; inspiring active intention sending using the labyrinth via labyrinth activism. Clive Johnson Ministry ~ Events and offerings aimed at building beloved community. Impact! Is presented by Ellen Bintz and Clive Johnson. It is produced by Impact Productions. Our show content is hosted by Podbean and available from all major podcast platforms. Our theme music is by Chris Collins. indiemusicbox.com. Our logo artwork is by AltoClassic (Getty Images/istock). Contact us via Facebook Messenger from the Impact! Facebook group, or using any of the contact methods mentioned on our websites. Impact! www.heartfulimpact.com | |||
| 14 Nov 2024 | 1,000 Days of War: Russia | 00:19:31 | |
As the Russia-Ukraine war nears its grim 1,000-day milestone, in the first of two special episodes, we consider how the conflict has affected the lives of the many ordinary citizens who have had no part to play on the battlefields and in the corridors of power on both sides of the conflict. As always, we focus on where our intentions and prayers may be most needed. This week, we look at how the war is affecting citizens in Russia. Suggested Intention Focus for this week: This week, as Russian citizens continue to bear the impacts of their country’s war with Ukraine, we suggest holding as our main intention: We will that all Russian citizens will be guided and protected in coping with all emotional, mental and physical effects on their lives resulting from their country’s war with Ukraine. Please join us in holding this. Chapter markers: 00:00:00 Introduction 00:00:17 Summarising the Conflict 00:03:06 Civilian Impacts in Russia 00:04:34 Economic Consequences of the War 00:07:30 The Impact of Conscription on Families 00:08:15 Displacement and Evacuations 00:11:35 Effects of Western Sanctions 00:13:10 Casualty Estimates and Reporting Challenges 00:16:34 Holding Intentions for Russian Citizens 00:17:59 Previewing Next Week’s Episode Sources referenced in this episode: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/10/16/russia-ukraine-wartime-deaths https://www.usip.org/publications/2024/03/ukraine-war-takes-toll-russia https://edition.cnn.com/2024/08/16/europe/russia-putin-war-ukraine-intl-latam/index.html https://tass.com/politics/1867969 https://www.csis.org/analysis/russia-sanctions-one-year Join us in person for intention holding: https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/events-1 Labyrinth Activist Network Zoom calls https://insighttimer.com/cliverj Daily intention holding with Clive on Insight Timer. Our websites: www.heartfulimpact.com/ Our show website. https://globalhealingresponse.com/ Global Healing Response ~ Offers a wealth of prayers, suggested practices and prompts in response to environmental catastrophe, conflict, and other world events. https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/ Legacy Labyrinth Project ~ Creating global energetic connections through the labyrinth; inspiring active intention sending using the labyrinth via labyrinth activism. https://www.clivejohnsonministry.com/ Clive Johnson Ministry ~ Events and offerings aimed at building beloved community, including weekly energy holding vigils and Power of Eight group. https://insighttimer.com/cliverj ~ Daily intention holding. Impact! Is presented by Ellen Bintz and Clive Johnson. It is produced by Impact Productions. Our show content is hosted by Podbean and available from all major podcast platforms. Our theme music is by Chris Collins. indiemusicbox.com. Our logo artwork is by AltoClassic (Getty Images/istock). Contact us via Facebook Messenger from the Impact! Facebook group, or using any of the contact methods mentioned on our websites. Impact! www.heartfulimpact.com. | |||
| 20 Mar 2024 | David Ash–Science and the Supernatural (Part 2) | 00:26:25 | |
Continuing our conversation with David Ash, visionary physicist and prolific author, to probe into how the concept of superenergy may help explain supernatural phenomena. David takes us deeper into understanding the physics that underpins his thinking, as we open up to considering the potential for so-called “miracles” to occur in a dimension where travel at faster than the speed of light is possible. In this episode, David offers thoughts on the possible science behind Near Death Experiences, the miracles of Jesus and more recent gurus like Sai Baba. Websites, people and organizations mentioned in this episode: My Descent Into Death: A Second Chance at Life, book by Howard Storm The Mysterious Universe, book by Sir James Jeans Owen Barfield, Saving the Appearances: A study in idolatry Selected books by David Ash: Myths on Modern Physics https://www.amazon.com/Myths-Modern-Physics-David-Ash-ebook/dp/B07J5HR1HZ/ref=sr_1_1 Continuous Living in a Living Universe https://www.amazon.com/Continuous-Living-Universe-David-Ash-ebook/dp/B015OI6LUK/ref=sr_1_1 The Vortex Theory: A Bridge Between Ancient Yoga and Modern Physics https://www.amazon.com/Vortex-Theory-Between-Ancient-Physics/dp/8793886462/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_2 Superenergy and the Quantum Vortex https://www.amazon.com/Superenergy-Quantum-Vortex-David-Ash/dp/B0CJDDNT7Z/ref=sr_1_1 The Role of Evil in Human Evolution https://www.amazon.com/Role-Evil-Human-Evolution-Exposing-ebook/dp/B00J1P02TO/ref=sr_1_1 The Open Way Podcast, David’s podcast https://youtu.be/-bGTaRf506M?si=QNDfwXQg5iCbNGmx Balm for the Soul, David’s new album https://davidash1.bandcamp.com/album/balm-for-the-soul-2 Here Now – David’s essays on Substack https://open.substack.com/pub/davidash333/p/coming-soon David’s website: https://davidash.co/ David’s YouTube Channel (contains many interesting videos explaining quantum physics and more in simple terms) www.youtube.com/@DavidAsh333 Join us in person for intenton holding: https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/events-1 ~ Labyrinth Activist Network Zoom calls https://insighttimer.com/cliverj ~ Daily intention holding with Clive on Insight Timer. Our websites: http://heartfulimpact.com/ ~ Our show website. Global Healing Response ~ Offers a wealth of prayers, suggested practices and prompts in response to environmental catastrophe, conflict, and other world events. Legacy Labyrinth Project ~ Creating global energetic connections through the labyrinth; inspiring active intention sending using the labyrinth via labyrinth activism. Clive Johnson Ministry ~ Events and offerings aimed at building beloved community. Impact! Is presented by Ellen Bintz and Clive Johnson. It is produced by Impact Productions. Our show content is hosted by Podbean and available from all major podcast platforms. Our theme music is by Chris Collins. indiemusicbox.com. Our logo artwork is by AltoClassic (Getty Images/istock). Contact us via Facebook Messenger from the Impact! Facebook group, or using any of the contact methods mentioned on our websites. Impact! www.heartfulimpact.com
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| 05 Dec 2024 | Romania's Shocking Election: A Far-Right Surge and What This Means for Europe | 00:17:51 | |
This week we delve into the implications of the surprising first round results of Romania's presidential election, where an unexpected far-right candidate has risen to prominence. As Romanians prepare for the decisive runoff, we consider the possible implications of the election on Romania's stance towards the EU, NATO, and its Eastern European neighbours. We also reflect upon the influence of social media, particularly TikTok, on the election's outcome, highlighting how grassroots campaigns can shift political tides. With Romania facing economic challenges, political distrust, and regional tensions, we look at the issues driving voter sentiment. Equally important, and with specific topics for our prayers and intentions in mind, we seek to understand how what happens in Romania might influence political landscapes across Europe, especially with Germany's election in February firmly in our sight. Suggested Intention Focus for this week This week, as Romanians consider their own and their country’s future, we suggest holding as our main intention: We will that all Romanians going to the polls on December 8 will have wisdom and be moved by compassion for their fellow citizens in deciding where to cast their vote. Please join us in holding this. Chapter markers: 00:00:09 Introduction 00:01:02 Insights from Romania's Presidential Election First Round 00:04:30 Key Issues Facing Romanian Voters 00:07:13 Candidates and Their Policies 00:09:02 Implications Beyond Romania's Borders 00:13:23 Germany's Political Landscape Shift 00:14:29 Focus for Intentions and Prayers Sources referenced in this episode: https://www.rferl.org/a/romanian-parliamentary-presidential-elections-2024/33210762.html https://www.romania-insider.com/romania-presidential-elections-first-round-final-results-2024 https://cepa.org/article/romanias-2024-elections-too-familiar/ https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/11/12/germany-set-for-snap-elections-in-february https://www.pewresearch.org/short-reads/2024/09/20/7-facts-about-germanys-afd-party/ https://time.com/6336744/germany-afd-far-right-consensus/ https://www.unesco.org/en/ukraine-war/education/romania-support https://www.unhcr.org/ro/17057-romanians-and-refugees.html Join us in person for intention holding: https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/events-1 Labyrinth Activist Network Zoom calls https://insighttimer.com/cliverj Daily intention holding with Clive on Insight Timer. Our websites: www.heartfulimpact.com/ Our show website. https://globalhealingresponse.com/ Global Healing Response ~ Offers a wealth of prayers, suggested practices and prompts in response to environmental catastrophe, conflict, and other world events. https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/ Legacy Labyrinth Project ~ Creating global energetic connections through the labyrinth; inspiring active intention sending using the labyrinth via labyrinth activism. https://www.clivejohnsonministry.com/ Clive Johnson Ministry ~ Events and offerings aimed at building beloved community, including weekly energy holding vigils and Power of Eight group. https://insighttimer.com/cliverj ~ Daily intention holding. Impact! Is presented by Ellen Bintz and Clive Johnson. It is produced by Impact Productions. Our show content is hosted by Podbean and available from all major podcast platforms. Our theme music is by Chris Collins. indiemusicbox.com. Our logo artwork is by AltoClassic (Getty Images/istock). Contact us via Facebook Messenger from the Impact! Facebook group, or using any of the contact methods mentioned on our websites. Impact! www.heartfulimpact.com. | |||
| 30 Jan 2025 | Groundedness: Becoming and Staying Grounded | 00:36:44 | |
This week, we explore the transformative power of being grounded and consider its foundational role in any spiritual journey, and in intention holding and prayer. We examine what it truly means to be grounded and why it is crucial for connecting with our authentic selves. We'll discuss the significance of grounding as the theme for the Global Healing Response this quarter and its relationship with GHR's running theme for the year, authenticity. We also reflect on the interplay between our physical and spiritual grounding and how these connections empower us to live authentically and hold meaningful intentions. Specifically, we talk about the meaning of "Ground Of Being." The episode also gets practical, offering a guided meditation to help you anchor yourself and connect with your core. Suggested Intention Focus for this week This week, as Global Healing Response offers groundedness as its quarterly theme, and as we appreciate the importance of being grounded for living authentically and for being able to connect with our Higher Self in intention holding and intercession, we suggest holding as our main intention: I acknowledge the importance of grounding in the work of intention holding, prayer and authentic living, and resolve to regularly pursue practices such as meditation that will strengthen my connection with my ground, the Ground of Being. Please join us in regularly remembering and putting this personal commitment into practice. The guided meditation for grounding starts at 26 minutes. Websites, books and resources mentioned in this episode: Global Healing Response 2025 theme: Authenticity. This quarter: Groundedness https://globalhealingresponse.com/ghr-2025-q1-authenticity-groundedness/ Hear our episode introducing GHR’s theme for this year: Authenticity. https://www.heartfulimpact.com/e/embracing-authenticity-a-new-years-journey-to-true-change/ ‘Man’s Search for Meaning’ by Viktor E. Frankl. Amazon.com link: https://www.amazon.com/Mans-Search-Meaning-Viktor-Frankl/dp/0807014273/ref=sr_1_1 Chapter markers: 00:00:00 Welcome and Introduction 00:26:20 Guided Meditation for Grounding 00:01:16 The Importance of Groundedness 00:05:14 Personal Reflections on Grounding 00:06:23 Grounding in Prayer and Intention 00:11:59 Philosophical Perspectives on Ground of Being 00:16:24 Connection with Gaia 00:19:45 Groundedness in Spiritual Practice 00:21:07 What Groundedness Is Not 00:22:52 Practices for Becoming Grounded 00:26:00 Guided Meditation 00:33:23 Personal Focus Sources referenced in this episode: https://lonerwolf.com/how-to-ground-yourself/ https://milesolsen.com/blog/2020/5/4/what-does-it-mean-to-be-grounded-how-to-be-more-grounded https://www.gemmamurphyyoga.co.uk/what-does-it-mean-to-be-grounded/ https://www.rebeccacohen.yoga/blog/what-does-grounded-mean-spiritually https://christianity.stackexchange.com/questions/84287/god-as-the-ground-of-being https://religiousnaturalism.org/god-as-ground-of-being-paul-tillich/ (this offers a brief, but very accessible take on Paul Tillich’s philosophy of God as being The “Ground of Being.”) https://www.holistic-wellbeing.co.uk/the-importance-of-staying-grounded/ https://www.ignatianspirituality.com/grounded-prayer/ https://baptiststandard.com/opinion/other-opinions/right-or-wrong-god-as-ground-of-being/ https://www.forestpath.co/articles-teachings-meditations/the-ground-of-being Join us in person for intention holding: https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/events-1 Labyrinth Activist Network Zoom calls https://insighttimer.com/cliverj Daily intention holding with Clive on Insight Timer. Our websites: www.heartfulimpact.com/ Our show website. https://globalhealingresponse.com/ Global Healing Response ~ Offers a wealth of prayers, suggested practices and prompts in response to environmental catastrophe, conflict, and other world events. https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/ Legacy Labyrinth Project ~ Creating global energetic connections through the labyrinth; inspiring active intention sending using the labyrinth via labyrinth activism. https://www.clivejohnsonministry.com/ Clive Johnson Ministry ~ Events and offerings aimed at building beloved community, including weekly energy holding vigils and Power of Eight group. https://insighttimer.com/cliverj ~ Daily intention holding. Impact! Is presented by Ellen Bintz and Clive Johnson. It is produced by Impact Productions. Our show content is hosted by Podbean and available from all major podcast platforms. Our theme music is by Chris Collins. indiemusicbox.com. Our logo artwork is by AltoClassic (Getty Images/istock). Contact us via Facebook Messenger from the Impact! Facebook group, or using any of the contact methods mentioned on our websites. Impact! www.heartfulimpact.com. | |||
| 28 Nov 2024 | Uniting for Change: Sri Lanka's New Era | 00:20:45 | |
This week we take an insightful journey through the current political and social landscape of Sri Lanka in the aftermath of its 2024 elections. We explore the significant challenges facing the government, especially the opportunity for reconciling the longstanding ethnic tension between the country's Tamil and Sinhala communities. As always, we identify specific needs for our prayers and intentions. Suggested Intention Focus for this week This week, as a new government establishes itself in Sri Lanka, we suggest holding as our main intention: We will that Sri Lanka’s new President, Anura Kumara Dissanayake, and his government will be moved to honour his promise to work for a united country that respects all ethnicities. Please join us in holding this. Chapter markers: 00:00:17 Change in Sri Lanka 00:03:07 Understanding the Tamil and Sinhala 00:05:00 Historical Roots of Conflict 00:07:22 Current Challenges for Tamils 00:09:50 Land Issues and Displacement 00:11:46 Political Changes and Their Impact 00:14:24 Building Bridges for Reconciliation 00:18:30 Intentions for a United Future Sources referenced in this episode: https://www.dw.com/en/tamils-fight-back-against-land-grabs-in-sri-lanka/video-70777824 https://www.cia.gov/the-world-factbook/countries/sri-lanka/ https://worldpopulationreview.com/countries/sri-lanka https://dlab.epfl.ch/wikispeedia/wpcd/wp/t/Tamil_people.htm https://minorityrights.org/communities/tamils/ https://www.perplexity.ai/search/what-is-the-divide-between-tam-3W1xMJ4XTo63tIGsOZp9tA https://www.icwa.in/show_content.php?lang=1&level=3&lid=4791&ls_id=7063 https://commonslibrary.parliament.uk/research-briefings/cdp-2023-0217/ https://hir.harvard.edu/sri-lankan-civil-war/ https://www.irreview.org/articles/the-overlooked-human-rights-problem-sri-lankan-tamils https://core.ac.uk/download/pdf/51092313.pdf https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c206l7pz5v1o https://www.wsws.org/en/articles/2024/10/10/cekv-o10.html Join us in person for intention holding: https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/events-1 Labyrinth Activist Network Zoom calls https://insighttimer.com/cliverj Daily intention holding with Clive on Insight Timer. Our websites: www.heartfulimpact.com/ Our show website. https://globalhealingresponse.com/ Global Healing Response ~ Offers a wealth of prayers, suggested practices and prompts in response to environmental catastrophe, conflict, and other world events. https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/ Legacy Labyrinth Project ~ Creating global energetic connections through the labyrinth; inspiring active intention sending using the labyrinth via labyrinth activism. https://www.clivejohnsonministry.com/ Clive Johnson Ministry ~ Events and offerings aimed at building beloved community, including weekly energy holding vigils and Power of Eight group. https://insighttimer.com/cliverj ~ Daily intention holding. Impact! Is presented by Ellen Bintz and Clive Johnson. It is produced by Impact Productions. Our show content is hosted by Podbean and available from all major podcast platforms. Our theme music is by Chris Collins. indiemusicbox.com. Our logo artwork is by AltoClassic (Getty Images/istock). Contact us via Facebook Messenger from the Impact! Facebook group, or using any of the contact methods mentioned on our websites. Impact! www.heartfulimpact.com.
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| 05 Dec 2023 | Impact! Show Trailer | 00:01:56 | |
Introducing Impact! – a podcast where listeners can make a real difference in the world. | |||
| 08 Apr 2025 | Welcoming Silence with Andō (Part 2) | 00:38:30 | |
Clive continues his conversation with spiritual teacher and director Andō, whose remarkable ministry focuses on the true nature and power of silence. In this episode, we explore the notion of nothingness, and also turn attention to understanding the role and value of spiritual direction. Andō draws on her deep experience of surrender, trust and dwelling in silence, following her many years of living in retreat and spiritual community, together with being out in the world, and through several major health crises. She talks about how she has been inspired by faith and practice in the Zen and Tibetan Buddhist traditions, along with Advaita Vedanta, Christian mysticism, non-denominational Christianity and contemporary nonduality, among others. As a spiritual director and contemplative mentor she serves those of all faiths and none. Andō offers a safe space for entering awareness of the movement of the divine in your life. You can subscribe to Silentium, a journal on themes of interior silence — of meditation, contemplation, silent prayer, stillness, and quiet moments, for all faiths. Shared from a tiny hermitage in Cornwall, England by writer, spiritual director, and retreat facilitator Andō. Find and subscribe to Silentium at http://silentium.substack.com/welcome. Discover more about Andō and her offerings: Website | http://ando.life Spiritual direction & contemplative coaching | http://ando.life/sessions The Silence | http://ando.life/thesilence Retreats & events | http://ando.life/events Silentium | http://silentium.substack.com Instagram | http://instagram.com/andomcdonnell Facebook | http://facebook.com/andomcdonnell Listen to Part 1 of this conversation wherever you get your podcasts or at https://www.heartfulimpact.com/e/exploring-the-healing-power-of-silence-with-ando/?token=2cd1fe94f0328ba4ee0e83a91665dbe6 Sources, books and websites mentioned in this episode: OneSpirit Interfaith Foundation https://www.interfaithfoundation.org/ Into the Silent Land by Martin Laird amazon.com link: https://www.amazon.com/Into-Silent-Land-Christian-Contemplation/dp/0195307607/ref=sr_1_1 God just is: Approaches to silent worship by Curt Gardner amazon.com link: https://www.amazon.com/God-just-Approaches-silent-worship-ebook/dp/B007MCOA00/ref=sr_1_1 Just This: Prompts And Practices For Contemplation by Richard Rohr amazon.com link: https://www.amazon.com/Just-This-prompts-practices-contemplation/dp/0281079919/ref=sr_1_1 Living Buddha, Living Christ by Thich Nhat Hanh amazon.com link: https://www.amazon.com/Living-Buddha-Christ-20th-Anniversary/dp/159448239X/ref=sr_1_1 Join us in person for intention holding: https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/events-1 Labyrinth Activist Network Zoom calls https://insighttimer.com/cliverj Daily intention holding with Clive on Insight Timer. Our websites: www.heartfulimpact.com/ Our show website. https://globalhealingresponse.com/ Global Healing Response ~ Offers a wealth of prayers, suggested practices and prompts in response to environmental catastrophe, conflict, and other world events. https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/ Legacy Labyrinth Project ~ Creating global energetic connections through the labyrinth; inspiring active intention sending using the labyrinth via labyrinth activism. https://www.clivejohnsonministry.com/ Clive Johnson Ministry ~ Events and offerings aimed at building beloved community, including weekly energy holding vigils and Power of Eight group. https://insighttimer.com/cliverj ~ Daily intention holding. Impact! Is presented by Ellen Bintz and Clive Johnson. It is produced by Impact Productions. Our show content is hosted by Podbean and available from all major podcast platforms. Our theme music is by Chris Collins. indiemusicbox.com. Our logo artwork is by AltoClassic (Getty Images/istock). Contact us via Facebook Messenger from the Impact! Facebook group, or using any of the contact methods mentioned on our websites. Impact! www.heartfulimpact.com. | |||
| 28 Dec 2023 | Looking Back–Gratitude and Answered Prayers | 00:42:30 | |
As one year draws to a close, we look back on many answered prayers and intentions, taking time to give thanks and enjoy the feeling of gratitude. We also dip into the nature of gratitude and why it’s important to practice regularly. As it’s been called, gratitude is “nature’s anti-depressant,” having a proven effect on our mood. Websites, people and organizations mentioned in this episode: Emily Fletcher, Ziva, https://positivepsychology.com/neuroscience-of-gratitude/#neuroscience https://zivameditation.com/ ‘Grateful Brain’ (2012 book by Alex Korb) https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/prefrontal-nudity/201211/the-grateful-brain https://alexkorbphd.com/how-gratitude-shapes-your-brain/ Greater Good Magazine https://greatergood.berkeley.edu/article/item/what_stops_gratitude Deepak Chopra on gratitude https://www.facebook.com/DeepakChopra/ Robert Emmons Greater Good essay, ‘Why Gratitude Is Good.’ https://greatergood.berkeley.edu/topic/gratitude/definition Power vs. Force (book by Dr. David R. Hawkins) , Emotional Frequency chart https://www.amazon.com/Power-Force-David-Hawkins-M-D/dp/1401945074/ref=sr_1_1 Glen Rein on heart coherence repairing our DNA https://www.ruthratliff.com/blog/frequency-of-gratitude University of Kassel research on photon emissions https://www.ruthratliff.com/blog/frequency-of-gratitude Shared intention This week, as we look back at a year in which there have been many reasons to be grateful, we suggest holding the following intention: We give thanks for a year in which many lives have been turned around by the power of intention and prayer, and will that our collective power will continue to grow in its impact and reach. Please join us in holding this. Sources for news topics mentioned in this episode are: https://www.jpost.com/international/article-727979 https://africacdc.org/news-item/equatorial-guinea-declares-the-end-of-marburg-virus-disease/ https://www.who.int/news/item/08-06-2023-marburg-virus-disease-outbreak-in-equatorial-guinea https://edition.cnn.com/2023/03/10/middleeast/saudi-iran-resume-ties-intl/index.html https://pib.gov.in/PressReleaseIframePage.aspx?PRID=1884764# https://www.voanews.com/a/cameroon-separatists-free-more-than-30-abducted-women-/7111056.html https://news.un.org/en/story/2023/07/1139057 https://qtcdaily.com/un-fso-safer-oil-successfully-removed/ https://news.un.org/en/story/2023/09/1140987 https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/syria-allows-un-keep-delivering-aid-turkey-2023-11-13/ https://earth.org/coral-reef-degredation/ https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-middle-east-67477240 https://openbionics.com/harry-gets-a-hero-arm-in-time-for-christmas/ Our websites: http://heartfulimpact.com/ ~ Our show website. Global Healing Response ~ Offers a wealth of prayers, suggested practices and prompts in response to environmental catastrophe, conflict, and other world events. Legacy Labyrinth Project ~ Creating global energetic connections through the labyrinth; inspiring active intention sending using the labyrinth via labyrinth activism. Clive Johnson Ministry ~ Events and offerings aimed at building beloved community. Impact! Is presented by Ellen Bintz and Clive Johnson. It is produced by Impact Productions. Our show content is hosted by Podbean and available from all major podcast platforms. Our theme music is by Chris Collins. indiemusicbox.com. Our logo artwork is by AltoClassic (Getty Images/istock). Contact us via Facebook Messenger from the Impact! Facebook group, or using any of the contact methods mentioned on our websites. Impact! www.heartfulimpact.com | |||
| 01 Aug 2024 | Kiribati's Crucial Crossroads: Elections, Climate Crisis, and Geopolitical Tensions | 00:20:45 | |
Welcome to another insightful episode of Impact!. This week, we delve into the pressing issues facing the small Pacific nation of Kiribati as it approaches its critical general elections later this month. We consider the complexities of Kiribati's geopolitical alignments, particularly its diplomatic shift from Taiwan to China, and the nation's existential battle against climate change. Kiribati, comprising 33 coral islands, faces severe challenges from rising sea levels and water security, posing a threat to its very existence. The upcoming elections will determine the country's future direction amidst political turbulence, economic struggles, and international relations intricacies involving major powers, notably the USA, China, and Australia. As always, we consider especially where we might home in with our intentions and prayers. Suggested intention focus For Kiribati, climate change is not just an urgent priority to take steps toward; it is imminently existential. Accessing international aid to mitigate against this has proved very difficult. We therefore suggest holding as our main focus for intention this week: We will that all who have influence upon the Green Climate Fund grant allocation will have wisdom and an urgent will to streamline the grant application processes so that countries like Kiribati can more quickly be considered for and receive vital funds to help offset the existential challenge of climate change. Please join us in holding this. Sources mentioned in this episode: https://thecommonwealth.org/our-member-countries/kiribati https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2024_Kiribati_parliamentary_election https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-pacific-16431122 https://www.abc.net.au/pacific/programs/pacificbeat/kiribati-elections/103269206 https://www.rnz.co.nz/international/pacific-news/522904/weeks-out-from-elections-kiribati-a-mystery https://freedomhouse.org/country/kiribati/freedom-world/2024 https://freedomhouse.org/country/kiribati https://divergentoptions.org/2024/04/08/chinese-activities-in-kiribati/ https://www.lowyinstitute.org/the-interpreter/solomons-kiribati-snub-taiwan-china-does-it-matter https://www.greenclimate.fund/ Chapter markers: 00:00:10 Introduction 00:01:20 Introduction to Kiribati 00:04:22 Political System in Kiribati 00:06:52 Main Issues Facing Kiribati 00:11:25 Political and Diplomatic Turbulence 00:16:08 Shaping the Future of Kiribati Join us in person for intenton holding: https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/events-1 Labyrinth Activist Network Zoom calls https://insighttimer.com/cliverj Daily intention holding with Clive on Insight Timer. Our websites: www.heartfulimpact.com/ Our show website. https://globalhealingresponse.com/ Global Healing Response ~ Offers a wealth of prayers, suggested practices and prompts in response to environmental catastrophe, conflict, and other world events. https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/ Legacy Labyrinth Project ~ Creating global energetic connections through the labyrinth; inspiring active intention sending using the labyrinth via labyrinth activism. https://www.clivejohnsonministry.com/ Clive Johnson Ministry ~ Events and offerings aimed at building beloved community, including weekly energy holding vigils and Power of Eight group. https://insighttimer.com/cliverj ~ Daily intention holding. Impact! Is presented by Ellen Bintz and Clive Johnson. It is produced by Impact Productions. Our show content is hosted by Podbean and available from all major podcast platforms. Our theme music is by Chris Collins. indiemusicbox.com. Our logo artwork is by AltoClassic (Getty Images/istock). Contact us via Facebook Messenger from the Impact! Facebook group, or using any of the contact methods mentioned on our websites. Impact! www.heartfulimpact.com.
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| 04 Oct 2024 | The Dire Plight of Afghanistan's Women and Girls | 00:25:49 | |
In an especially powerful episode, we focus on the desperate situation of Afghanistan's women and girls 3 years after the Taliban regained control if the country. We look at the severe restrictions they face, and consider the effects of the rollback of freedoms that they had gained over the past two decades, not least, in a denial of secondary education to girls, effective imprisonment of women in their homes, and the seemingly bleak prospect for change any time soon. The episode sheds light on the urgent need for global awareness and action in response to the harsh realities faced by Afghan women today, and looks at where we may focus our intentions and prayer Suggested intention for this week This week, as we contemplate the poor opportunities offered to girls under the Taliban’s rule in Afghanistan, we suggest holding this week as our main focus for intention: We will that there will be a movement of compassion among the Taliban’s leadership and all who have influence on its decision-making to immediately reestablish secondary school education for all Afghan girls. Please join us in holding this. Chapter markers: 00:00:07 Introduction 00:03:35 Women and Girls in Afghanistan 00:08:27 The Taliban’s Rise and Women’s Rights 00:14:20 International Response 00:17:47 Intentions for Change and Support 00:23:52 Contemplating the Future Sources referenced for this episode: https://medicamondiale.org/en/where-we-empower-women/afghanistan https://feminist.org/our-work/afghan-women-and-girls/the-taliban-afghan-women/ https://www.amnesty.org/en/location/asia-and-the-pacific/south-asia/afghanistan/report-afghanistan/ https://www.amnesty.org.uk/womens-rights-afghanistan-history https://www.hrw.org/news/2024/08/27/talibans-relentless-assault-afghan-womens-bodies-autonomy https://press.un.org/en/2024/sgsm22376.doc.htm https://www.cfr.org/backgrounder/taliban-afghanistan https://www.rescue.org/article/afghanistan-entire-population-pushed-poverty https://www.britannica.com/event/Soviet-invasion-of-Afghanistan Join us in person for intenton holding: https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/events-1 Labyrinth Activist Network Zoom calls https://insighttimer.com/cliverj Daily intention holding with Clive on Insight Timer. Our websites: www.heartfulimpact.com/ Our show website. https://globalhealingresponse.com/ Global Healing Response ~ Offers a wealth of prayers, suggested practices and prompts in response to environmental catastrophe, conflict, and other world events. https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/ Legacy Labyrinth Project ~ Creating global energetic connections through the labyrinth; inspiring active intention sending using the labyrinth via labyrinth activism. https://www.clivejohnsonministry.com/ Clive Johnson Ministry ~ Events and offerings aimed at building beloved community, including weekly energy holding vigils and Power of Eight group. https://insighttimer.com/cliverj ~ Daily intention holding. Impact! Is presented by Ellen Bintz and Clive Johnson. It is produced by Impact Productions. Our show content is hosted by Podbean and available from all major podcast platforms. Our theme music is by Chris Collins. indiemusicbox.com. Our logo artwork is by AltoClassic (Getty Images/istock). Contact us via Facebook Messenger from the Impact! Facebook group, or using any of the contact methods mentioned on our websites. Impact! www.heartfulimpact.com. | |||
| 17 Apr 2025 | 'Adolescence': A Global Wake-Up Call | 00:33:28 | |
In this episode, hosts Ellen Bintz and Clive Johnson explore the powerful impact of the Netflix series Adolescence and its timely themes of teenage violence, online misogyny, and radicalization. As the series sparks global discussions, Ellen and Clive dive into the portrayal of the challenges faced by teenage boys in today's digital age. It's not necessary to have watched the series in order to tune in with this episode, and we don't make that assumption! Set against the backdrop of a British psychological crime drama, the hosts examine the major issues raised by the series, including the influence of toxic online spaces known as the manosphere, the pressures of social media, and the struggles of young boys navigating masculinity, mental health, and societal expectations. Amidst alarming statistics and international concern, the episode highlights efforts to educate and guide young minds, engage parents and care givers, and foster meaningful conversations on how to address these critical issues. Join the discussion on what you can do to help counter harmful narratives and support a more empathetic and understanding approach to youth in crisis, and join with us in offering prayers and holding intention for what is among the most critical social crises of our age. Prayers and intentions start at 28 minutes. Find out about the series at the Netflix site, https://www.netflix.com/tudum/articles/adolescence-cast-release-date-photos-news Suggested Intention Focus for this week This week, as we contemplate the massive pressures and dangers faced by teenage boys and the response of their care givers in the wake of the Adolescence drama series, we suggest holding as our main intention: We will that all who have influence in schools and on social media to recognise and be guided in their actions to foster a cultural change that aimed at addressing the harmful conditioning of young boys who are exposed to the manosphere. Please join us in holding this. Support Resources The following are among resources and sources of help available to support parents and others guide boys through adolescence. Previous episode, focusing on the need for and ways of developing grit, ‘GRIT: When you Walk Through a Storm in a Chaotic World (Global Healing Response)’ https://www.podbean.com/ew/pb-gt23v-1876ba6 . Previous episode, ‘Confronting Gang Rape Against Women: A Global Perspective’ https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-kncnw-1852043 . RESOURCES for parents and caregivers: Young Minds: Offers extensive resources on improving the mental health and emotional well-being of children and teenagers, including a confidential parents' helpline. https://www.youngminds.org.uk/ Resources published by the Portuguese Polícia de Segurança Pública (PSP) to help parents understand the hidden meanings of emojis commonly used by teenagers (in Portuguese): https://www.instagram.com/p/DHlrGCFNcJV/?utm_source=ig_embed&img_index=4 ReachOut Parents (Australia): Provides free expert advice, one-on-one coaching, and practical tips. https://parents.au.reachout.com/ Triple P Positive Parenting Program (Australia): Offers strategies to prevent behavioral and emotional difficulties in children and teens. https://aifs.gov.au/resources/policy-and-practice-papers/parenting-teens-and-tweens-resources-policy-and-practice Essentials for Parenting Teens (CDC): This free online resource provides evidence-based tools to help parents build positive relationships with their teenage sons. Topics include managing emotions, encouraging independence, and improving communication. https://www.cdc.gov/parenting-teens/about/index.html Newport Academy Guide: Offers practical advice on dealing with teenage boys' behaviors, including risk-taking, anger, and emotional withdrawal. It emphasizes the importance of open communication and setting clear boundaries. https://www.newportacademy.com/resources/restoring-families/how-to-deal-with-your-teenage-son/ PEPS: Includes guidance on navigating social relationships, technology use, and conversations about sexuality with teens. https://www.peps.org/ParentResources/by-topic/resources-for-parents-of-adolescents-teens Family Lives: A charity offering parenting advice through a confidential helpline and forums. https://www.familylives.org.uk/ Relate: Provides relationship advice and counselling services for families navigating challenges during adolescence. https://www.relate.org.uk/ RESOURCES for teachers: https://www.intofilm.org/news-and-views/articles/adolescence-joins-into-film-plus https://www.edutopia.org/blog/challenges-adolescence-parents-educators-mark-phillips RESOURCES for schools, colleges and those offering events to support child and teenage engagement in meditation and labyrinth walking offered by the Australian Labyrinth Network: https://aln.org.au/wldes-resources Chapter markers: 00:00:00 Introduction 00:01:02 The Impact of Adolescence 00:03:52 Exploring Teenage Challenges 00:05:31 Global Conversations on Masculinity 00:07:28 Key Issues of the Series 00:12:22 The Unique Struggles of Adolescents 00:15:34 Generational Differences in Challenges 00:17:52 Supporting Boys Through Adolescence 00:23:11 Resources for Parents and Caregivers 00:27:26 Holding Intentions for Change 00:31:17 Cultural Change and Responsibility 00:32:33 Closing Thoughts and Connections Sources referenced in this episode: https://tikitoro.com/blogs/teens-corner/what-are-the-current-challenges-that-teenagers-face https://www.qustodio.com/en/blog/what-is-the-manosphere/ https://humanrights.ca/story/online-misogyny-manosphere https://www.elle.com/uk/life-and-culture/culture/a64270220/adolescence-netflix-true-story-explained/ https://www.dw.com/en/netflixs-adolescence-teen-minds-on-screen/a-72129827 https://www.nytimes.com/2025/03/24/arts/television/adolescence-netflix-smartphones.html https://www.weforum.org/stories/2025/04/adolescence-digital-safety-online-harm/ https://www.elle.com/uk/life-and-culture/culture/a64270220/adolescence-netflix-true-story-explained/ https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC7674583/ https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1878929324000562 https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9387868/ https://www.apa.org/monitor/2022/07/feature-neuroscience-teen-brain https://www.latimes.com/health/la-xpm-2011-apr-11-la-he-the-md-teens-friends-20110411-story.html https://edition.cnn.com/2025/03/13/health/teen-gender-data-wellness/index.html https://dpswarangal.in/blogs/what-are-some-of-the-issues-teens-are-facing-today/ Join us in person for intention holding: https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/events-1 Labyrinth Activist Network Zoom calls https://insighttimer.com/cliverj Daily intention holding with Clive on Insight Timer. Our websites: www.heartfulimpact.com/ Our show website. https://globalhealingresponse.com/ Global Healing Response ~ Offers a wealth of prayers, suggested practices and prompts in response to environmental catastrophe, conflict, and other world events. https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/ Legacy Labyrinth Project ~ Creating global energetic connections through the labyrinth; inspiring active intention sending using the labyrinth via labyrinth activism. https://www.clivejohnsonministry.com/ Clive Johnson Ministry ~ Events and offerings aimed at building beloved community, including weekly energy holding vigils and Power of Eight group. https://insighttimer.com/cliverj ~ Daily intention holding. Impact! Is presented by Ellen Bintz and Clive Johnson. It is produced by Impact Productions. Our show content is hosted by Podbean and available from all major podcast platforms. Our theme music is by Chris Collins. indiemusicbox.com. Our logo artwork is by AltoClassic (Getty Images/istock). Contact us via Facebook Messenger from the Impact! Facebook group, or using any of the contact methods mentioned on our websites. Impact! www.heartfulimpact.com.
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| 18 Jan 2024 | David Ash–Superenergy, Science and Spirit (Part 2); US Veterans' Mental Health | 01:17:52 | |
This week, we’re thrilled to welcome back David Ash, visionary physicist and prolific author, for a continued chat on the nature of energy, where quantum physics is heading, and more. David draws on his decades of thinking and experience, offering imaginative analogies and down-to-earth language make even some hard concepts in science very easy to understand! His many books include Myths in Modern Physics, Continuous Living in a Living Universe, and The Vortex Theory – A Bridge Between Ancient Yoga, and Modern Physics. We also talk about David’s songwriting and are treated to a few glimpses ofhis brilliant new album, Balm for the Soul. David also talks about his newpodcast, The Open Way, which we thoroughly recommend subscribing to (see link below). In our news feature, we look at the mental health crisis facing many military veterans in the US, and also turn our attention to tensions between China and the US following Taiwan’s Presidential election, the continuing war between Israel and Hamas following 100 days since Hamas launched its attack, and find out how one capital city is turning the curse of litter into a recycling opportunity. Websites, people and organizations mentioned in this episode: Selected books by David Ash: Myths on Modern Physics https://www.amazon.com/Myths-Modern-Physics-David-Ash-ebook/dp/B07J5HR1HZ/ref=sr_1_1 Continuous Living in a Living Universe https://www.amazon.com/Continuous-Living-Universe-David-Ash-ebook/dp/B015OI6LUK/ref=sr_1_1 The Vortex Theory: A Bridge Between Ancient Yoga and Modern Physics https://www.amazon.com/Vortex-Theory-Between-Ancient-Physics/dp/8793886462/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_2 Superenergy and the Quantum Vortex https://www.amazon.com/Superenergy-Quantum-Vortex-David-Ash/dp/B0CJDDNT7Z/ref=sr_1_1 The Role of Evil in Human Evolution https://www.amazon.com/Role-Evil-Human-Evolution-Exposing-ebook/dp/B00J1P02TO/ref=sr_1_1
The Open Way Podcast, David’s podcast https://youtu.be/-bGTaRf506M?si=QNDfwXQg5iCbNGmx Balm for the Soul, David’s new album https://davidash1.bandcamp.com/album/balm-for-the-soul-2 David’s website: https://davidash.co/ David’s YouTube Channel (contains many interesting videos explaining quantum physics and more in simple terms) www.youtube.com/@DavidAsh333 Music excerpts from Balm for the Soul © by kind courtesy of David Ash.
Images: Ball of Wall (Vortex Theory Model) Nested Baskets (Other Worlds Model) Shared intention This week, as we reflect on the disturbing poor state of mental health of many US veterans, we suggest holding the following intention: We will that those who have influence within the United States Veterans Health Administration will be moved to recognise the opportunities for implementing co-ordinated treatment for patients who suffer both mental health and substance use disorders. Please join us in holding this. Sources for news topics mentioned in this episode are: https://apnews.com/article/war-gaza-israel-hamas-100-numbers-death-c4d6d42269c3cd6bf74d4e6fc612114e https://www.military.com/daily-news/2024/01/15/what-new-leader-means-taiwan-and-world.html https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/2024/01/14/china-taiwan-election-2024/ https://bmjoncology.bmj.com/content/3/1/e000073.info https://www.propublica.org/article/how-veterans-affairs-fails-mental-health-patients Report: Caregivers of Veterans – Serving on the Homefront Report of Study Findings November, 2010, National Alliance for Caregiving and United Health Foundation, https://www.unitedhealthgroup.com/content/dam/UHG/PDF/uhf/caregivers-of-veterans-study.pdf https://www.mentalhealthfirstaid.org/population-focused-modules/adults/military-veterans-families/ https://www.propublica.org/article/when-veterans-cant-access-the-psychiatric-care-they-need https://www.statista.com/topics/3488/veteran-health-in-the-us/ https://www.rand.org/pubs/research_reports/RR435.html Join us in person for intenton holding: https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/events-1 ~ Labyrinth Activist Network Zoom calls https://insighttimer.com/cliverj ~ Daily intention holding with Clive on Insight Timer. Our websites: http://heartfulimpact.com/ ~ Our show website. Global Healing Response ~ Offers a wealth of prayers, suggested practices and prompts in response to environmental catastrophe, conflict, and other world events. Legacy Labyrinth Project ~ Creating global energetic connections through the labyrinth; inspiring active intention sending using the labyrinth via labyrinth activism. Clive Johnson Ministry ~ Events and offerings aimed at building beloved community. Impact! Is presented by Ellen Bintz and Clive Johnson. It is produced by Impact Productions. Our show content is hosted by Podbean and available from all major podcast platforms. Our theme music is by Chris Collins. indiemusicbox.com. Our logo artwork is by AltoClassic (Getty Images/istock). Contact us via Facebook Messenger from the Impact! Facebook group, or using any of the contact methods mentioned on our websites. Impact! www.heartfulimpact.com
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| 24 Dec 2024 | Joy is a Form of Resistence | 00:29:22 | |
Tune in for a heartfelt exploration of joy, its significance during the holiday season, and how embracing it can become a catalyst for positive change in our lives and communities. In this special episode we delve into the profound impact of joy on our lives and the world around us. Join us as we explore the science behind joy, its benefits for physical and mental health, and how it resonates at a high vibrational frequency and with greater impact than lower frequency emotions. We consider practical ways for cultivating joy, and discuss inspiring stories of individuals who embody joy and resilience, offering perspectives on how joy can become a form of resistance and activism. We invite you to join with us in putting into practice small, joyful rituals that can enhance our experience of being joyful. Suggested intention focus for this weekThis week, in the season of joy, and as we consider how important it is to be and remain joyful, let’s each hold as a personal intention: I resolve to more deliberately recognise and seize opportunities to be joyful. Please join us in holding this. Websites, books and resources referred to in this episode: Clive’s book contains a chapter looking at being happy and the science behind this: The Heart of Lovingkindness, How to live from the heart by Clive Johnson https://www.clivejohnsonvoiceovers.co.uk/lp/heartoflovingkindness.html Join Clive on Insight Timer each weekday at 730am EDT for a guided lovingkindness meditation: https://insighttimer.com/cliverj Action for Happiness website (“taking action to be happier and kinder together”): https://actionforhappiness.org/ The Dalai Lama, quoted in ‘Why is This Man Smiling?’ Paige P. Parvin, Emory Magazine, Winter 2008. Japan acquits Iwao Hakamata, who had been on death row for 46 years. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c5y9x6zrkrro Book: Power versus Force by David R. Hawkins https://www.amazon.com/Power-Force-David-Hawkins-M-D/dp/1401945074/ref=sr_1_1 Dalai Lama and Archbishop Tutu in conversation https://youtu.be/Lnad7ejKOXU?si=GT-9YSlRo4ZuTve8 Matthieu Ricard on happiness, in Daily Dharma, Tricycle, https://tricycle.org/daily dharma/a-way-of-being-3/ Chapter markers: 00:00:16 Introducing Joy 00:01:34 The Science of Joy 00:04:43 Joy and Meditation 00:08:10 Responding to Adversity 00:11:32 The Importance of Choosing Joy 00:14:08 Joy’s Impact on Change 00:18:03 The Ripple Effect of Joy 00:22:00 Cultivating Joy Together 00:25:12 Daily Practices for Cultivating Joy 00:27:10 Intentions for Joyful Living Sources referenced in this episode: https://www.embarkbh.com/blog/mental-health/joy-vs-happiness/ https://www.verywellmind.com/joy-vs-happiness-8724682 https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/psychology-yesterday/201810/happiness-versus-joy https://www.rcsi.com/impact/details/2023/03/joy-is-good-for-your-body-and-your-mind https://positivepsychology.com/benefits-of-happiness/ https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/17439760.2019.1685580 https://scind.org/Science/article/Vibrations-of-well-being https://magazine.hms.harvard.edu/articles/contagion-happiness https://www.studysmarter.co.uk/explanations/physics/wave-optics/energy-and-frequency-relationship/ https://byjus.com/physics/quantum-tunnelling/ https://greatergood.berkeley.edu/article/item/who_finds_joy_in_other_peoples_joy https://actionforhappiness.org/10-keys-to-happier-living/do-things-for-others https://www.thechangedecision.com/blog/your-impact-on-the-joy-of-others https://www.consider-it-done.co.uk/inspiration/5-simple-ways-to-cultivate-more-joy-in-your-life https://rationaldharma.com/blog/how-to-cultivate-joy-with-awareness/ https://www.ie.edu/insights/articles/cultivate-joy-to-improve-well-being/ https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/17439760.2019.1685577 https://healtheplanet.com/100-ways-to-heal-the-planet/cultivating-joy Join us in person for intention holding: https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/events-1 Labyrinth Activist Network Zoom calls https://insighttimer.com/cliverj Daily intention holding with Clive on Insight Timer. Our websites: www.heartfulimpact.com/ Our show website. https://globalhealingresponse.com/ Global Healing Response ~ Offers a wealth of prayers, suggested practices and prompts in response to environmental catastrophe, conflict, and other world events. https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/ Legacy Labyrinth Project ~ Creating global energetic connections through the labyrinth; inspiring active intention sending using the labyrinth via labyrinth activism. https://www.clivejohnsonministry.com/ Clive Johnson Ministry ~ Events and offerings aimed at building beloved community, including weekly energy holding vigils and Power of Eight group. https://insighttimer.com/cliverj ~ Daily intention holding. Impact! Is presented by Ellen Bintz and Clive Johnson. It is produced by Impact Productions. Our show content is hosted by Podbean and available from all major podcast platforms. Our theme music is by Chris Collins. indiemusicbox.com. Our logo artwork is by AltoClassic (Getty Images/istock). Contact us via Facebook Messenger from the Impact! Facebook group, or using any of the contact methods mentioned on our websites. Impact! www.heartfulimpact.com. | |||
| 06 Dec 2023 | Welcome to Impact! | 00:43:53 | |
In our very first episode, we introduce ourselves and talk about our hopes for a podcast that’s dedicated to making a difference in the world. Alongside reflecting upon news stories that have captured our attention for sending intention, prayer and healing, we talk more generally about both the science and the practice of why we believe that, together with our podcast community, we can really bring about positive change. Websites, people and organizations mentioned in this episode: Global Healing Response https://globalhealingresponse.com/ HeartMath Institute https://www.heartmath.org/ Lynne McTaggart https://lynnemctaggart.com/ David Gibson Sound Therapy https://www.soundtravels.co.uk/a-How_Sound_Affects_us_Physically,_Mentally,_Emotionally_and_Spiritually-541.aspx Brené Brown, The Gifts of Imperfection https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/7015403-the-gifts-of-imperfection Our Facebook Group–Get Involved! Shared intention This week, as COP28 ends with promising words, we suggest holding the following intention: We will that those who made commitments to reduce carbon emissions are strongly convicted in their commitment and in influencing their governments over the year to come. Please join us in holding this, if it resonates for you. Sources for news topics mentioned in this episode are: https://solareyesinternational.com/key-takeaways-from-cop28-a-milestone-for-climate-action/ https://www.nature.com/articles/d41586-023-03814-9 https://news.un.org/en/story/2023/12/1144282 https://www.arabnews.com/node/2419801/world https://www.reuters.com/world/africa/tanzania-flood-landslide-death-toll-jumps-47-2023-12-04/ https://www.scmp.com/video/asia/3243721/indonesia-volcano-erupts-spewing-ash-3km-sky https://www.arabnews.com/node/2418966/middle-east https://www.euronews.com/2023/12/04/israel-army-pushes-into-refugee-crowded-south-gaza https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/12/4/israel-calls-for-evacuations-as-it-widens-offensive-on-gaza https://apnews.com/article/six-planets-solar-system-nasa-esa-3d67e5a1ba7cbea101d756fc6e47f33d https://www.khaama.com/gunmen-kill-8-injure-26-bus-passengers-in-northern-pakistan/ https://edition.cnn.com/2023/12/03/us/queens-stabbing-4-dead-3-injured/index.html https://www.goodgoodgood.co/articles/good-news-this-december-2-2023 Bluemind Foundation: https://www.bluemindfoundation.org/ Image (simulated!) of “perfect” new solar system: https://www.earth.com/news/rare-six-planet-star-system-moves-in-strange-perfect-synchrony/
The “Conference of the Birds” outside Clive’s window who joined with us to hold intention! Our websites: https://www.heartfulimpact.com/ ~ Our show website. Global Healing Response Offers a wealth of prayers, suggested practices and prompts in response to environmental catastrophe, conflict, and other world events. Legacy Labyrinth Project ~ Creating global energetic connections through the labyrinth; inspiring active intention sending using the labyrinth via labyrinth activism. Clive Johnson Ministry ~ Events and offerings aimed at building beloved community. Impact! Is presented by Ellen Bintz and Clive Johnson. It is produced by Impact Productions. Our show content is hosted by Podbean and available from all major podcast platforms. Our theme music is by Chris Collins. indiemusicbox.com. Our logo artwork is by AltoClassic (Getty Images/istock). ~~~ Contact us via Facebook Messenger from the Impact! Facebook group, or using any of the contact methods mentioned on our websites. Impact! www.heartfulimpact.com | |||
| 13 Feb 2025 | All You Need is Lovingkindness | 00:28:18 | |
Valentine’s Day comes around again this week, perhaps being one day in the year that gets many people thinking about love. The Christian priest Saint Valentine was martyred for practising Christianity and continuing to marry Christian couples against the orders of Roman Emperor Claudius II, and it was the poet Chaucer who was instrumental in linking his acts of devotion with romantic love. But when we talk about love, we’re talking about a vital, pervading force in the universe that many know as being divine. This kind of love, and specifically lovingkindness, is vital for intention work and prayer, as we’ll explore in this episode. We also offer a guided lovingkindness (mettā) meditation that you may wish to enjoy with us. The meditation starts at 16 minutes 55 seconds. Suggested Intention Focus for this week This week, as we appreciate the importance of welcoming and offering lovingkindness in our intention holding and intercession, we suggest holding as our main intention: I acknowledge the importance of embracing and sharing lovingkindness in the work of intention holding and prayer, and resolve to regularly pursue practices such as meditation to welcome lovingkindness into my life and to will this for others. Please join us in regularly remembering and putting this personal commitment into practice. The standard form of the Ho’oponopono prayer is: I'm sorry. Please forgive me. Thank you. I love you. Chapter markers: 00:00:00 Introduction 00:02:05 Exploring Loving Kindness 00:05:02 The Importance of Loving Kindness 00:08:09 Activism and Authenticity 00:11:52 Practicing Loving Kindness 00:16:55 Guided Meditation for Loving Kindness 00:25:37 Embracing Loving Kindness in Everyday Life Books and resources referred to in this episode: Groundedness episode https://www.heartfulimpact.com/e/embracing-groundedness-for-spiritual-growth/ ‘The Heart of Lovingkindness, How to live from the heart’ by Clive Johnson https://www.clivejohnsonvoiceovers.co.uk/lp/heartoflovingkindness.html https://insighttimer.com/cliverj Daily lovingkindness meditation with Clive on Insight Timer. Sources referenced in this episode: https://www.templeton.org/news/without-love-we-perish https://conversatio.org/the-hearts-desires/ Monier-Williams Sanskrit-English Dictionary, 1899, cited at https://psychology.wikia.org/wiki/Mettā. Coverdale and the First Complete Printed English Bible, https://wol.jw.org/en/wol/d/r1/lp-e/2012408. Join us in person for intention holding: https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/events-1 Labyrinth Activist Network Zoom calls https://insighttimer.com/cliverj Daily intention holding with Clive on Insight Timer. Our websites: www.heartfulimpact.com/ Our show website. https://globalhealingresponse.com/ Global Healing Response ~ Offers a wealth of prayers, suggested practices and prompts in response to environmental catastrophe, conflict, and other world events. https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/ Legacy Labyrinth Project ~ Creating global energetic connections through the labyrinth; inspiring active intention sending using the labyrinth via labyrinth activism. https://www.clivejohnsonministry.com/ Clive Johnson Ministry ~ Events and offerings aimed at building beloved community, including weekly energy holding vigils and Power of Eight group. https://insighttimer.com/cliverj ~ Daily intention holding. Impact! Is presented by Ellen Bintz and Clive Johnson. It is produced by Impact Productions. Our show content is hosted by Podbean and available from all major podcast platforms. Our theme music is by Chris Collins. indiemusicbox.com. Our logo artwork is by AltoClassic (Getty Images/istock). Contact us via Facebook Messenger from the Impact! Facebook group, or using any of the contact methods mentioned on our websites. Impact! www.heartfulimpact.com. | |||
| 11 Jan 2024 | David Ash–Superenergy, Science and Spirit (Part 1); Uneasy peace between Venezuela and Guyana | 00:55:42 | |
This week, we’re thrilled to talk to visionary physicist David Ash, whose baptism into the world of quantum physics came at the tender age of 6! David’s groundbreaking work has been presented at the Royal Institution in London, and been presented to non-academic audiences through a prolific writing and lecture career that has seen have travel the world. His many books include Myths in Modern Physics, Continuous Living in a Living Universe, and The Vortex Theory – A Bridge Between Ancient Yoga, and Modern Physics. We chat about how David’s theories bridge the gap between science and spirituality, and among many other things, chew the fat on the nature of energy, the idea that we are one consciousness, and why even though everything is energy, it still hurts when we stub our toe! David’s imaginative analogies and down-to-earth language make even some hard concepts in science easy to understand. Among having many other talents, David is also an accomplished singer-song writer and treats us to a few glimpses into his brilliant new album, Balm for the Soul. David also has his own podcast, The Open Way, which we thoroughly recommend subscribing to (see link below). Our special news focus homes in on an uneasy peace between Venezuela and Guyana over a longstanding border dispute. As always, we also catch up on what’s happening elsewhere in the news, to see where our intentions are needed. Note: An explainer for non-UK listeners: David’s mention of the “11 Plus” in our interview refers to a test taken by children in schools in England and Northern Ireland at the age of 11. Websites, people and organizations mentioned in this episode: Selected books by David Ash: Myths on Modern Physics https://www.amazon.com/Myths-Modern-Physics-David-Ash-ebook/dp/B07J5HR1HZ/ref=sr_1_1 Continuous Living in a Living Universe https://www.amazon.com/Continuous-Living-Universe-David-Ash-ebook/dp/B015OI6LUK/ref=sr_1_1 The Vortex Theory: A Bridge Between Ancient Yoga and Modern Physics https://www.amazon.com/Vortex-Theory-Between-Ancient-Physics/dp/8793886462/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_2 Superenergy and the Quantum Vortex https://www.amazon.com/Superenergy-Quantum-Vortex-David-Ash/dp/B0CJDDNT7Z/ref=sr_1_1 The Role of Evil in Human Evolution https://www.amazon.com/Role-Evil-Human-Evolution-Exposing-ebook/dp/B00J1P02TO/ref=sr_1_1 The Open Way Podcast, David’s podcast https://youtu.be/-bGTaRf506M?si=QNDfwXQg5iCbNGmx Balm for the Soul, David’s new album https://davidash1.bandcamp.com/album/balm-for-the-soul-2 David’s website: https://davidash.co/ David’s YouTube Channel (contains many interesting videos explaining quantum physics and more in simple terms) www.youtube.com/@DavidAsh333 Music excerpts from Balm for the Soul © by kind courtesy of David Ash. Images: Ball of Wall (Vortex Theory Model) Nested Baskets (Other Worlds Model) Shared intention This week, as we turn our attention to the tense relationships between Venezuela and its neighbour Guyana, we suggest holding the following intention: We will that Venezuela and Guyana will make good their agreement last month to avoid military action or any escalation of their dispute over Essequibo. Please join us in holding this. Sources for news topics mentioned in this episode are: https://caribbeannewsglobal.com/ralph-gonsalves-explains-himself-on-guyana-venezuela-map/ https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-67806227 https://www.aretenews.com/guyana-joins-security-council-amid-venezuela-dispute/ https://www.france24.com/en/live-news/20240106-venezuela-enters-uncertain-election-year https://www.rte.ie/news/2023/1228/1423903-us-mexico-migration/ https://news.un.org/en/story/2024/01/1145267 https://www.arabnews.com/node/2437436/world https://www.timesofisrael.com/australia-bans-nazi-salute-and-public-display-of-terror-group-symbols/ https://www.upi.com/Top_News/World-News/2024/01/08/australia-bans-Nazi-salute-symbols/3591704703265/ https://www.sunnyskyz.com/happy-videos/12981/Frozen-Freedom-Pregnant-Horse-Rescued-From-Snowy-Abyss https://youtu.be/ce3f-GR3C1w (Video of horse rescue in Inner Mongolia, China) Our websites: http://heartfulimpact.com/ ~ Our show website. Global Healing Response ~ Offers a wealth of prayers, suggested practices and prompts in response to environmental catastrophe, conflict, and other world events. Legacy Labyrinth Project ~ Creating global energetic connections through the labyrinth; inspiring active intention sending using the labyrinth via labyrinth activism. Clive Johnson Ministry ~ Events and offerings aimed at building beloved community. Impact! Is presented by Ellen Bintz and Clive Johnson. It is produced by Impact Productions. Our show content is hosted by Podbean and available from all major podcast platforms. Our theme music is by Chris Collins. indiemusicbox.com. Our logo artwork is by AltoClassic (Getty Images/istock). Contact us via Facebook Messenger from the Impact! Facebook group, or using any of the contact methods mentioned on our websites. Impact! www.heartfulimpact.com
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| 15 Jan 2025 | Wildfires in Los Angeles: Pray and send Intention with us | 00:25:02 | |
In this episode, we delve into their immediate and long-term impacts of the devastating wildfires affecting Los Angeles County on communities, the environment, and humanity. We cut quickly to see how we might empathise with unite in compassion and support for all impacted by the fires, as we offer our collective energy towards recovery and resilience. We seek to get close to the human stories of this tragedy, connecting with them, and having a clear and specific direction on where we may focus our intentions and prayers. This week, we invite you to join us in prayer and intention sending in an extended time of guided grounding, focus and energy sending. We start by trying to paint a picture and feel into what is happening on the ground, as a way into offering our empathy and compassion. If you wish, you can go straight to this guided time of prayer and intention sending, and join with us in sending energy at: 00:17:28 (17 minutes 28 seconds). Suggested Intention Focus for this week This week, as many come to terms with both the immediate and the long-term impacts of the Los Angeles area fires, we suggest holding as our main intention: We will that all who have been made homeless or lost their livelihoods as a result of the fires that have spread across the Los Angeles area this past week will receive wisdom to know where to receive support, shelter and protection in the short term, and to know which steps to take to move forward from their tragedy longer-term. Please join us in holding this. Chapter markers: 00:00:00 Introduction 00:01:36 Understanding the Wildfires in Los Angeles 00:05:25 Challenges Facing Firefighters 00:08:50 Immediate Consequences of the Fires 00:10:51 Long-Term Consequences of the Fires 00:17:28 Intentions and Prayers Sources referenced in this episode: https://earth.org/la-fires-could-be-costliest-blaze-in-us-history-with-over-200bn-in-losses/ https://www.carbonbrief.org/media-reaction-the-2025-los-angeles-wildfires-and-the-role-of-climate-change/ https://disasterphilanthropy.org/disasters/north-american-wildfires/ https://abcnews.go.com/US/wireStory/strong-winds-forecast-los-angeles-threaten-areas-fight-117648224 https://www.reccessary.com/en/news/world/la-wildfires-weather-whiplash https://edition.cnn.com/2025/01/13/us/when-wildfires-los-angeles-end/index.html https://apnews.com/live/los-angeles-wildfires-updates-1-13-25 Join us in person for intention holding: https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/events-1 Labyrinth Activist Network Zoom calls https://insighttimer.com/cliverj Daily intention holding with Clive on Insight Timer. Our websites: www.heartfulimpact.com/ Our show website. https://globalhealingresponse.com/ Global Healing Response ~ Offers a wealth of prayers, suggested practices and prompts in response to environmental catastrophe, conflict, and other world events. https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/ Legacy Labyrinth Project ~ Creating global energetic connections through the labyrinth; inspiring active intention sending using the labyrinth via labyrinth activism. https://www.clivejohnsonministry.com/ Clive Johnson Ministry ~ Events and offerings aimed at building beloved community, including weekly energy holding vigils and Power of Eight group. https://insighttimer.com/cliverj ~ Daily intention holding. Impact! Is presented by Ellen Bintz and Clive Johnson. It is produced by Impact Productions. Our show content is hosted by Podbean and available from all major podcast platforms. Our theme music is by Chris Collins. indiemusicbox.com. Our logo artwork is by AltoClassic (Getty Images/istock). Contact us via Facebook Messenger from the Impact! Facebook group, or using any of the contact methods mentioned on our websites. Impact! www.heartfulimpact.com. | |||
| 04 Jul 2024 | Microplastic Menace: Understanding and Tackling Microplastic Pollution | 00:24:01 | |
Welcome to Impact!, where this week, hosts Ellen Bintz and Clive Johnson delve into the alarming presence of microplastics in our environment and their potential health impacts for humans and animals. Microplastics, tiny particles less than five millimeters in size, have infiltrated our air, water, and food, raising serious health concerns. Research is now revealing how these particles enter our bodies through inhalation and ingestion, posing risks such as respiratory issues and chronic diseases. Beyond human health, microplastic pollution disrupts ecosystems, affects marine life and negatively influences soil health. We discuss the urgent need for global action, highlighting efforts like the United Nations Treaty on Plastic Pollution and national government initiatives to reduce plastic waste. Join us as we hold intentions for increased awareness, better research, and stronger international cooperation to combat this growing crisis. Suggested intention for this week: Given the need for major multinational commitment to combat the health, environmental and other challenges of microplastics pollution, we suggest holding as our main focused intention this week: We will that all signatory nations to the United Nations Treaty on plastic pollution will be moved to honour their commitments to reduce plastic pollution in line with the treaty’s recommendations. Please join us in holding this. Chapter markers: 00:00:03 Introduction 00:01:04 Microplastic Pollution Challenges 00:07:46 Microplastics Entry into the Body 00:11:07 Health Impacts of Microplastics 00:13:40 Other Effects of Microplastic Pollution 00:16:22 Responding to Microplastic Pollution 00:21:11 Call to Action 00:22:35 Conclusion Sources referenced in this episode: The United Nations treaty on Plastic Pollution https://www.unep.org/news-and-stories/press-release/historic-day-campaign-beat-plastic-pollution-nations-commit-develop https://e360.yale.edu/features/tire-pollution-toxic-chemicals https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10826726/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7920297/ https://academic.oup.com/eurpub/article/32/Supplement_3/ckac131.152/6766563?login=false https://erj.ersjournals.com/content/58/suppl_65/PA1792 https://www.ciel.org/breathing-plastic-the-health-impacts-of-invisible-plastics-in-the-air/ https://www.earth.com/news/humans-inhale-the-equivalent-of-a-credit-card-in-microplastics-each-week/ https://pubs.acs.org/doi/10.1021/envhealth.3c00052 https://www.afro.who.int/news/tackling-health-impacts-plastic-pollution-africa https://www.undp.org/blog/beginning-end-plastics-pollution https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/9610792/ https://www.undp.org/kosovo/blog/microplastics-human-health-how-much-do-they-harm-us Join us in person for intenton holding: https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/events-1 Labyrinth Activist Network Zoom calls https://insighttimer.com/cliverj Daily intention holding with Clive on Insight Timer. Our websites: www.heartfulimpact.com/ Our show website. https://globalhealingresponse.com/ Global Healing Response ~ Offers a wealth of prayers, suggested practices and prompts in response to environmental catastrophe, conflict, and other world events. https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/ Legacy Labyrinth Project ~ Creating global energetic connections through the labyrinth; inspiring active intention sending using the labyrinth via labyrinth activism. https://www.clivejohnsonministry.com/ Clive Johnson Ministry ~ Events and offerings aimed at building beloved community, including weekly energy holding vigils and Power of Eight group. https://insighttimer.com/cliverj ~ Daily intention holding. Impact! Is presented by Ellen Bintz and Clive Johnson. It is produced by Impact Productions. Our show content is hosted by Podbean and available from all major podcast platforms. Our theme music is by Chris Collins. indiemusicbox.com. Our logo artwork is by AltoClassic (Getty Images/istock). Contact us via Facebook Messenger from the Impact! Facebook group, or using any of the contact methods mentioned on our websites. Impact! www.heartfulimpact.com.
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| 14 Dec 2023 | Legacies and Learnings–Ellen’s Inspirations | 01:16:50 | |
This week, Ellen talks about how a growing appreciation of the power of collective healing through pioneering initiatives she began or co-founded supporting prisoner rehabilitation, embracing communal labyrinth walking, and responding to global emergencies. She shares what her working with intention has taught her, and talks about her hopes for the podcast. As usual, we also cast our eyes over stories in the news drawing our attention this week as suggested topics for intercession and intention, giving special attention to the on-going war in Sudan–and a hope of a way forward toward peace. And in a week that has brought a number of heartwarming news stories to give thanks for, we reflect on the lasting impacts that can arise from the kindness of strangers. Websites, people and organizations mentioned in this episode: Global Healing Response https://globalhealingresponse.com/ HeartMath Institute https://www.heartmath.org/ Sacred Ground, Chicago http://sacredgroundministries.com/ Legacy Labyrinth Project https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/ Labyrinth Activist Network https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/joinlan Shared intention This week, as a promise of peace in Sudan is debated, we suggest holding the following intention: We will that the leaders of the warring sides in Sudan will be moved to make good on their willingness to meet and seek a political rather than military resolution to their differences. Please join us in holding this. Sources for news topics mentioned in this episode are: https://reliefweb.int/report/sudan/conflict-briefing-sudan-13-jun-2023 https://www.rescue.org/article/fighting-sudan-what-you-need-know-about-crisis https://www.newarab.com/news/egypts-sisi-urges-sudan-army-rsf-dialogue-end-war https://news.un.org/en/story/2023/11/1143732 https://www.cid.org.nz/connect/news/papua-new-guinea-hiv-rates-skyrocket-91-increase-since-2020/ https://www.reuters.com/world/americas/gold-mine-collapse-venezuela-kills-dozen-people-2023-12-10/ https://www.newarab.com/features/morocco-earthquake-survivors-still-living-makeshift-camps Our websites: http://heartfulimpact.com/ ~ Our show website. Global Healing Response ~ Offers a wealth of prayers, suggested practices and prompts in response to environmental catastrophe, conflict, and other world events. Legacy Labyrinth Project ~ Creating global energetic connections through the labyrinth; inspiring active intention sending using the labyrinth via labyrinth activism. Clive Johnson Ministry ~ Events and offerings aimed at building beloved community. Impact! Is presented by Ellen Bintz and Clive Johnson. It is produced by Impact Productions. Our show content is hosted by Podbean and available from all major podcast platforms. Our theme music is by Chris Collins. indiemusicbox.com. Our logo artwork is by AltoClassic (Getty Images/istock). Contact us via Facebook Messenger from the Impact! Facebook group, or using any of the contact methods mentioned on our websites. Impact! www.heartfulimpact.com | |||
| 25 Jan 2024 | Holocaust Memorial Day and Genocide Today | 00:35:32 | |
This week, ahead of several major commemorations of The Holocaust this weekend, we turn our attention to the evil of genocide, and its continuing prevalence in the world nearly eighty years since the fall of the Nazis. Ellen shares a touching story of Holocaust heroism and survival from her own family. We also offer our regular update on news stories from around the world, suggesting where we might focus our intentions and prayers. The International Day of Commemoration in Memory of the Victims of the Holocaust (UNESCO designated), Holocaust Remembrance Day (EU member state observed) and Holocaust Memorial Day (UK) all take place this year this Saturday, 27 January 2024. Websites, people and organizations mentioned in this episode: International Day of Commemoration in Memory of the Victims of the Holocaust, UNESCO https://www.unesco.org/en/days/holocaust-remembrance United States Holocaust Memorial Museum, Washington, DC https://www.ushmm.org/remember/international-holocaust-remembrance-day Holocaust Memorial Day, UK https://www.hmd.org.uk/ Holocaust Remembrance Day, Europe https://www.coe.int/en/web/holocaust/holocaust-remembrance-day Genocide Watch country reports may be downloaded at https://www.genocidewatch.com/copy-of-country-reports-by-region Genocide Watch, alerts to potential and actual genocide in the world toady https://www.genocidewatch.com/countries-at-risk Other helpful sources for going deeper: United Nations outreach programme on The Holocaust https://www.un.org/en/holocaustremembrance/observance The Sussex Weidenfeld Institute of Jewish Studies and Centre for German-Jewish studies at the University of Sussex https://www.sussex.ac.uk/research/centres/jewish-studies/ The Sussex Weidenfeld Institute of Jewish Studies Digital Holocaust Memory Project https://reframe.sussex.ac.uk/digitalholocaustmemory/ Genocide Watch issues primers (overview of sadly all-too-common reasons for genoicide and/or other prejuidice on each of: Anti-Semitism, Forced Deportation, Homophobia, Hate Speech & Incitement, ISIS/Daesh, Islamophobia, Racism & Hate Crimes, Rape as an Act of Genocide, and Religious Persecution): https://www.genocidewatch.com/resources Shared intention This week, as we especially remember both past and current victims of genocide, we suggest holding the following intention: We will that the leaders and influencers of governments that may have differences with one or more groups of people who live within their countries’ borders will be moved to recognise the essential humanity and right to freedom of expression of all peoples. Please join us in holding this. Sources for news topics mentioned in this episode are: https://abcnews.go.com/International/iran-pakistan-airstrikes-middle-east-tensions-explained/story https://www.aljazeera.com/gallery/2024/1/15/torrential-rains-leave-at-least-11-dead-in-brazil https://www.khaama.com/pakistan-condemns-iranian-missile-strike-as-unprovoked-violation/ and https://www.voanews.com/a/7442560.html https://time.com/6565293/21-israeli-soldiers-killed-gaza/ https://www.enn.com/articles/73979-climate-change-linked-to-spread-of-diarrhoeal-illness https://www.surrey.ac.uk/news/climate-change-linked-spread-diarrhoeal-illness https://journals.plos.org/ploscompbiol/article?id=10.1371/journal.pcbi.1011714 https://www.upi.com/Top_News/World-News/2024/01/23/21-soldiers-killed/4621705995125/ https://www.aljazeera.com/gallery/2024/1/19/fear-grips-haitis-port-au-prince-amid-gang-violence Join us in person for intenton holding: https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/events-1 ~ Labyrinth Activist Network Zoom calls https://insighttimer.com/cliverj ~ Daily intention holding with Clive on Insight Timer. Our websites: http://heartfulimpact.com/ ~ Our show website. Global Healing Response ~ Offers a wealth of prayers, suggested practices and prompts in response to environmental catastrophe, conflict, and other world events. Legacy Labyrinth Project ~ Creating global energetic connections through the labyrinth; inspiring active intention sending using the labyrinth via labyrinth activism. Clive Johnson Ministry ~ Events and offerings aimed at building beloved community. Impact! Is presented by Ellen Bintz and Clive Johnson. It is produced by Impact Productions. Our show content is hosted by Podbean and available from all major podcast platforms. Our theme music is by Chris Collins. indiemusicbox.com. Our logo artwork is by AltoClassic (Getty Images/istock). Contact us via Facebook Messenger from the Impact! Facebook group, or using any of the contact methods mentioned on our websites. Impact! www.heartfulimpact.com | |||
| 24 Oct 2024 | Global Healing Response: Air | 00:22:53 | |
In this episode, as Global Healing Response turns its attention to the element of Air, we focus on the crucial significance of air in sustaining life on Earth. Air's role in supporting life goes far beyond respiration. It influences the water cycle, weather systems, and plant reproduction, while also playing a critical part in climate regulation and photosynthesis. We explore how air quality impacts human health and well-being, contributing to respiratory and cardiovascular issues and even affecting mental health. We examine the disproportionate effects of air pollution on vulnerable communities and consider where we might offer our collective intentions and prayers in such areas as appealing for governmental responsibility, individual mindfulness, and innovative solutions to reduce carbon emissions and harness wind energy. Suggested Intention Focus for this week: This week, as we consider the many ways all life on Earth is dependent on air, we suggest holding as our main intention: We will that all of humanity will be made aware of and be moved to responsible action in how we contribute to influencing the quality and composition of our planet’s atmosphere. Please join us in holding this. Global Healing Response theme for Q4 2024: Our Planet / Air. Find resources to support meditative and facilitated practices at: https://globalhealingresponse.com/ghr-2024-q4-ourplanet-air/ Saturday 26 October at 12 noon in your time zone: Global Healing Response for those affected by Hurricanes Helene and Milton. PLEASE JOIN WITH OTHERS WORLDWIDE IN HOLDING THE RESPONSE and find out more at: https://globalhealingresponse.com/response-2024-octoberhurricane/ Sources referenced in this episode: https://www.cleanairfund.org/theme/climate/ https://www.thelancet.com/journals/lanplh/article/PIIS2542-5196(23)00189-4/fulltext https://ugc.berkeley.edu/background-content/water-cycle/ https://www.bgs.ac.uk/discovering-geology/climate-change/how-does-the-greenhouse-effect-work/ https://gmd.copernicus.org/articles/17/2387/2024/ https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10375903/ https://www.shvasa.com/yoga-blog/everything-you-need-to-know-about-the-air-element https://learning-center.homesciencetools.com/article/four-elements-science/ Chapter markers: 00:00:16 Introduction 00:08:59 Interaction with Air in Daily Life 00:10:09 Air Quality and Human Health 00:14:01 Human Influence on Air 00:17:18 Intentions and Prayers 00:21:53 Focused Intention Join us in person for intenton holding: https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/events-1 Labyrinth Activist Network Zoom calls https://insighttimer.com/cliverj Daily intention holding with Clive on Insight Timer. Our websites: www.heartfulimpact.com/ Our show website. https://globalhealingresponse.com/ Global Healing Response ~ Offers a wealth of prayers, suggested practices and prompts in response to environmental catastrophe, conflict, and other world events. https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/ Legacy Labyrinth Project ~ Creating global energetic connections through the labyrinth; inspiring active intention sending using the labyrinth via labyrinth activism. https://www.clivejohnsonministry.com/ Clive Johnson Ministry ~ Events and offerings aimed at building beloved community, including weekly energy holding vigils and Power of Eight group. https://insighttimer.com/cliverj ~ Daily intention holding. Impact! Is presented by Ellen Bintz and Clive Johnson. It is produced by Impact Productions. Our show content is hosted by Podbean and available from all major podcast platforms. Our theme music is by Chris Collins. indiemusicbox.com. Our logo artwork is by AltoClassic (Getty Images/istock). Contact us via Facebook Messenger from the Impact! Facebook group, or using any of the contact methods mentioned on our websites. Impact! www.heartfulimpact.com. | |||
| 04 Apr 2024 | Focused Intentions–Tajiks in Russia, ISIS-K and Backlash to the Crocus City Hall Attack | 00:27:20 | |
In this special deep dive, we take a look at the rise in xenophobia against Tajik nationals living in Russia following the attack on the Crocus City Hall in Moscow last month. We explore the reasons why Tajiks have been linked with the jihadist group ISIS-K, and the prevalence of discrimination against ethnic groups in Russia both before and after the concert hall attack. We learn how the lives of millions of migrants living and working in Russia have been affected following the attack. Suggested intention As discrimination against Tajik nationals following the Crocus City Hall attack has the potential to exacerbate and kindle new waves of violence, we suggest holding for our intention this week: We will that Russian citizens see that the majority of migrant workers in their country are peaceful, loving and trying to provide for their families. Please join us in holding this. Sources referenced in this episode: https://www.dw.com/en/russias-tajik-community-face-discrimination-after-moscow-attack/a-68673475 https://minorityrights.org/communities/tajiks/ https://www.rferl.org/a/tajikistan-russia-migrants-leaving/32884558.html https://www.cia.gov/the-world-factbook/countries/tajikistan/ https://www.worldbank.org/en/country/tajikistan https://www.worlddata.info/asia/tajikistan/index.php https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-16201032 https://www.asianews.it/news-en/Hunt-for-Tajik-migrants-in-Russia-58520.html https://carnegieendowment.org/politika/92075 https://eurasianet.org/tajik-diaspora-in-russia-living-in-terror-following-crocus-city-massacre https://www.hrw.org/legacy/reports98/russia/srusstest-03.htm https://www.wilsoncenter.org/publication/the-putin-governments-responses-to-increased-xenophobia https://www.hrw.org/world-report/2024/country-chapters/russia https://theconversation.com/why-russia-fears-the-emergence-of-tajik-terrorists-226559 https://www.hrw.org/world-report/2024 Join us in person for intenton holding: https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/events-1 ~ Labyrinth Activist Network Zoom calls https://insighttimer.com/cliverj ~ Daily intention holding with Clive on Insight Timer. Our websites: www.heartfulimpact.com/ ~ Our show website. https://globalhealingresponse.com/ Global Healing Response ~ Offers a wealth of prayers, suggested practices and prompts in response to environmental catastrophe, conflict, and other world events. https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/ Legacy Labyrinth Project https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/events-1 ~ Creating global energetic connections through the labyrinth; inspiring active intention sending using the labyrinth via labyrinth activism. https://www.clivejohnsonministry.com/ Clive Johnson Ministry https://insighttimer.com/cliverj ~ Events and offerings aimed at building beloved community, including weekly energy holding vigils and Power of Eight group. Impact! Is presented by Ellen Bintz and Clive Johnson. It is produced by Impact Productions. Our show content is hosted by Podbean and available from all major podcast platforms. Our theme music is by Chris Collins. www.indiemusicbox.com. Our logo artwork is by AltoClassic (Getty Images/istock). Contact us via Facebook Messenger from the Impact! Facebook group, or using any of the contact methods mentioned on our websites. Impact! www.heartfulimpact.com | |||
| 13 Mar 2024 | Prayer and Intention Briefing (Deep Dive)–Haiti | 00:19:59 | |
Today, as violence continues in the small Caribbean nation of Haiti and its Prime Minister Ariel Henry announces that he will step down from office, we take a deep dive to understand the history, circumstances and politics that have brought about the rise of criminal gangs in the country and led to deep opposition to Henry's government. As we broaden our understanding, we suggest specific topics that we might home in on in our intentions and prayers. Look out for our regular digest of world news and our suggestions for intercession and intention, which will be dropping later this week. Sources for news and information mentioned in this episode are: https://news.un.org/en/story/2024/03/1147457 https://www.cfr.org/backgrounder/haitis-troubled-path-development https://www.britannica.com/place/Haiti/Early-period https://apnews.com/article/haiti-violence-prison-break-curfew-105ca137aa337b9e6681cf87add9a5c1 https://www.newyorker.com/news/news-desk/haiti-us-occupation-hundred-year-anniversary https://www.worldbank.org/en/country/haiti/overview https://foreignpolicy.com/2022/10/21/haiti-foreign-intervention-united-nations-peacekeeping/ https://www.iar-gwu.org/blog/iar-web/a-brutal-history https://www.cia.gov/the-world-factbook/countries/haiti/ https://www.nationsonline.org/oneworld/History/Haiti-history.htm Join us in person for intention holding: https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/events-1 ~ Labyrinth Activist Network Zoom calls https://insighttimer.com/cliverj ~ Daily intention holding with Clive on Insight Timer. Our websites: http://heartfulimpact.com/ ~ Our show website. Global Healing Response ~ Offers a wealth of prayers, suggested practices and prompts in response to environmental catastrophe, conflict, and other world events. Legacy Labyrinth Project ~ Creating global energetic connections through the labyrinth; inspiring active intention sending using the labyrinth via labyrinth activism. Clive Johnson Ministry ~ Events and offerings aimed at building beloved community. Impact! Is presented by Ellen Bintz and Clive Johnson. It is produced by Impact Productions. Our show content is hosted by Podbean and available from all major podcast platforms. Our theme music is by Chris Collins. indiemusicbox.com. Our logo artwork is by AltoClassic (Getty Images/istock). Contact us via Facebook Messenger from the Impact! Facebook group, or using any of the contact methods mentioned on our websites. Impact! www.heartfulimpact.com | |||
| 17 Jul 2024 | Uniting Hearts in a Time of Turmoil: Where to Focus our Intentions and Prayers in the Light of the Trump Assassination Attempt | 00:23:57 | |
Following the assassination attempt on U.S. Presidential candidate and former President Donald Trump last weekend, today we consider where we might be specific with our intentions and prayers. Drawing on expert insights, and attempting to avoid solutions based on our own political leanings, we remind ourselves, in the words of HeartMath Institute, of the vital energetic responsibility we may have in influencing a peaceable, free and hopeful path forward. Suggested focus for intention holding this week: As a special intention to hold this week, as we search for the positive awakening that might arise from the Butler shooting, we suggest as our main focus for intention: We will that all who might be motivated to encourage polarised reactions and advocate conspiracy theories in the wake of the shooting at Butler, PA this weekend will be stirred with compassion to reconsider their attention to fellow citizens and to uphold the right of others to hold alternative views in a free democracy. Please join us in holding this. Websites, books and resources mentioned in this episode: https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/joinlan Labyrinth Activist Network https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/peaceful-free-elections-event Labyrinth Activist Network Peaceful and Free Elections programme, including events calendar. Benedictus, A Book of Blessings by John O'Donohue, published by Bantam Press https://www.heartmath.org/ HeartMath® Institute Sources referenced in this episode: https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/article/2024/jul/13/trump-rally-gun-shots-pennsylvania https://www.telegraph.co.uk/us/news/2024/07/13/donald-trump-speech-shooting-latest-news/ https://www.nytimes.com/live/2024/07/13/us/biden-trump-election https://www.reuters.com/world/us/trump-shooting-raises-questions-about-security-lapses-2024-07-14/ https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2024/07/13/trump-rally-shooting-reactions/ https://apnews.com/live/election-biden-trump-campaign-updates-07-13-2024 https://apnews.com/article/global-elections-2024-preview-cb77b0940964c5c95a9affc8ebb6f0b7 Join us in person for intenton holding: https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/events-1 Labyrinth Activist Network Zoom calls https://insighttimer.com/cliverj Daily intention holding with Clive on Insight Timer. Our websites: www.heartfulimpact.com/ Our show website. https://globalhealingresponse.com/ Global Healing Response ~ Offers a wealth of prayers, suggested practices and prompts in response to environmental catastrophe, conflict, and other world events. https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/ Legacy Labyrinth Project ~ Creating global energetic connections through the labyrinth; inspiring active intention sending using the labyrinth via labyrinth activism. https://www.clivejohnsonministry.com/ Clive Johnson Ministry ~ Events and offerings aimed at building beloved community, including weekly energy holding vigils and Power of Eight group. https://insighttimer.com/cliverj ~ Daily intention holding. Impact! Is presented by Ellen Bintz and Clive Johnson. It is produced by Impact Productions. Our show content is hosted by Podbean and available from all major podcast platforms. Our theme music is by Chris Collins. indiemusicbox.com. Our logo artwork is by AltoClassic (Getty Images/istock). Contact us via Facebook Messenger from the Impact! Facebook group, or using any of the contact methods mentioned on our websites. Impact! www.heartfulimpact.com. | |||
| 20 Mar 2025 | Confronting Gang Rape Against Women: A Global Perspective | 00:30:43 | |
This week, we take a deep dive into one of the most disturbing and critical issues facing our world today: the mass rape of women and girls. We highlight horrific cases, including the trial of 51 men for the abuse of Gisèle Pelicot in France last year, and the appalling systemic use of sexual violence in war, which continues today in conflict zones like Sudan. We explore the challenges faced by survivors in seeking justice, the cultural barriers that perpetuate the violence, and the urgent need for education and legal reforms worldwide. This episode aims to heighten awareness and support for women and girls who've faced trauma from such violence, reminding us of the power of collective intention in making an impact. As always, we explore where we may hold intentions and prayers, and invite you join you to join us in sharing this. See below for the contact information of help services offered to victims of rape. Please note that some listeners may find the topic covered in this episode disturbing. Our intention holding and prayers starts at 20 minutes 7 seconds. Suggested Intention Focus for this week This week, as we reflect upon the horrific incidence of mass rape and abuse against women and girls, we suggest holding as our main intention: We will that there will be a significant heightening of awareness among the people of wealthier nations, and a consequent move to support women and girls facing trauma as a result of rape or threats of rape in countries that are in are have been at war. Please join us in holding this. Read Ellen’s blog posts on sacredfeminist.com: https://sacredfeminist.com/category/from-ellen/. Read her Open Letter to the Universe at https://sacredfeminist.com/an-open-letter-to-the-universe/. Ellen’s post, Why Is There a Marker for Sexual Slavery? can be found at https://sacredfeminist.com/why-is-there-a-market-for-sexual-slavery/. Find out more about Clive’s offer of one-to-one sessions with women who want a representative of men to hear and receive their stories, anger and pain at https://www.clivejohnsonministry.com/WMF.html. Help services for women and girls facing sexual abuse include:
These mainly offer English language services. Outside of Europe, services in other languages are available in many countries. Chapter markers: 00:00:00 Introduction 00:01:10 Addressing Atrocities Against Women 00:05:16 The Global Scale of Abuse 00:08:21 Challenges in Pursuing Justice 00:14:10 The Role of Education in Prevention 00:18:31 Combating Toxic Masculinity 00:20:07 Intentions and Prayers 00:23:46 Support and Resources 00:28:49 Sacred Feminist Sources referenced in this episode: https://sacredfeminist.com/who-is-a-sacred-feminist/ https://www.dw.com/en/crisis-in-sudan-sexual-violence-rape-and-ethnic-attacks/a-69538323 https://www.unicefusa.org/stories/sexual-violence-against-children-used-weapon-war-sudan https://www.genocidewatch.com/single-post/rape-as-a-weapon-of-war-and-genocide-in-sudan https://www.abs.gov.au/statistics/people/crime-and-justice/recorded-crime-victims/latest-release https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shakti_Mills_gang_rape https://www.npr.org/2024/12/19/nx-s1-5232766/france-rape-trial-verdict https://theweek.com/crime/frances-reckoning-over-largest-ever-child-sex-abuse-trial https://www.cdc.gov/sexual-violence/programs/ (about the USA-wide RPE program) https://www.cps.gov.uk/about-cps/how-we-prosecute-rape https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/15248380241261404?icid=int.sj-abstract.citing-articles.1 https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC11545439/ https://core.ac.uk/reader/229591470 https://www.cps.gov.uk/domestic-abuse-context-and-challenges https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/1077801206293500?icid=int.sj-abstract.citing-articles.37 https://www.equallysafeatschool.org.uk/about-svpp/ https://www.nsvrc.org/prevention/rpe-program https://www.stgilestrust.org.uk/what-we-do/child-criminal-exploitation/preventative-schools-work/ https://www.cdc.gov/sexual-violence/programs/index.html https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8494265/ https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/08862605241245372 https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9819047/ https://neu.org.uk/latest/library/working-boys-and-young-men-prevent-sexism-and-sexual-harassment Join us in person for intention holding: https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/events-1 Labyrinth Activist Network Zoom calls https://insighttimer.com/cliverj Daily intention holding with Clive on Insight Timer. Our websites: www.heartfulimpact.com/ Our show website. https://globalhealingresponse.com/ Global Healing Response ~ Offers a wealth of prayers, suggested practices and prompts in response to environmental catastrophe, conflict, and other world events. https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/ Legacy Labyrinth Project ~ Creating global energetic connections through the labyrinth; inspiring active intention sending using the labyrinth via labyrinth activism. https://www.clivejohnsonministry.com/ Clive Johnson Ministry ~ Events and offerings aimed at building beloved community, including weekly energy holding vigils and Power of Eight group. https://insighttimer.com/cliverj ~ Daily intention holding. Impact! Is presented by Ellen Bintz and Clive Johnson. It is produced by Impact Productions. Our show content is hosted by Podbean and available from all major podcast platforms. Our theme music is by Chris Collins. indiemusicbox.com. Our logo artwork is by AltoClassic (Getty Images/istock). Contact us via Facebook Messenger from the Impact! Facebook group, or using any of the contact methods mentioned on our websites. Impact! www.heartfulimpact.com. | |||
| 04 Jan 2024 | Chris Katzenmeyer on intentions from the heart; Artificial Intelligence – risks and opportunities | 00:54:20 | |
This week, we talk to Chris Katzenmeyer, Director of the Legacy Labyrinth Project, a former board member of Veriditas, and a pioneer in the field of applying intention through contemplative practice. Drawing on Chris’s rich knowledge, intuition, and experience, we receive a wonderful 101 grounding in the basics of intention, while learning about the real effects of holding intention in groups and the transcendent experience that may be felt through this work, which Chris has frequently witnessed first-hand. Chris talks about learnings from newly published research into holding intention together that she co-authored, including a surprising outpouring of compassion for action that arose when 800 people came together globally on the same day to hold the same intention. We also discuss the challenges involved with setting intentions that come from the heart rather than head, and the energy of feeling into connection with others. We also take a close look at the impact of Artificial Intelligence on humanity, as a need for regulation becomes high on the agenda for many governments. We consider the risks, ethical questions about allowing machines to take decisions and launch acts, and potential benefits of AI at a time that some commentators have called a new industrial revolution. ~~~ Chris is leading a FREE workshop delivered by Zoom on HOW TO WRITE A SUCCESSFUL INTENTION on Saturday 6 January 2024. She is offering the workshop at 12pm EST and repeated again at 6pm EST. To register for the 12pm session, click here https://legacylabyrinthproject.kindful.com/register/write-intention-12-pm-est-2024, or for the 6pm event, https://legacylabyrinthproject.kindful.com/register/write-intention-january-6-2024-6-pm-est-2024. Registration closes on 5 January 2024. Organisations and sources mentioned in this episode: Legacy Labyrinth Project https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/ (bookmark this page for information when available about Legacy Labyrinth Project’s deep dive webinar into The Big Connection research) Labyrinth Activist Network (join us in being a Collaborative Labyrinth Activist) https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/joinlan Veriditas https://www.veriditas.org/ Baylor University Big Connection Research https://socialwork.web.baylor.edu/research-impact/ongoing-research-and-projects The Big Connection https://www.worldlabyrinthday.org/wld-2024/big-connection-3-0 The Intention Experiment: Use Your Thoughts to Change the World, Lynne McTaggart https://www.amazon.com/Intention-Experiment-Thoughts-Change-World/dp/0007194595/ref=asc_df_0007194595/ The HeartMath Institute https://www.heartmath.org/ Connectedness, transcendent experiences, and insights for compassionate action: research paper in Frontiers in Psychology Volume 14, 14 November 2023, Jocelyn Shealy McGee, Christine Katzenmeyer, Stephanie Clintonia Boddie, Rebecca Meraz, and Sinai Wood https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fpsyg.2023.1232784/full Richard Rohr. Center for Action and Contemplation https://cac.org/ ~~~ Sources for news topics mentioned in this episode are: https://foreignpolicy.com/2024/01/01/foreign-policy-lookahead-predictions-issues-conflicts-2024/ https://www.economist.com/the-world-ahead/2023/11/13/generative-ai-will-go-mainstream-in-2024 https://research.ibm.com/blog/what-is-generative-AI https://www.chathamhouse.org/2022/03/challenges-ai https://www.rte.ie/news/2023/1228/1423903-us-mexico-migration/ https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2024/01/02/japan/noto-peninsula-quake-damage/ https://www.ft.com/content/da0bc794-5c4b-4aba-9f20-123943384728 https://apnews.com/article/israel-hamas-war-news-01-01-2024-0f7812d5eedb9d8a87ba35ffe83acee8 https://www.dw.com/en/indonesia-students-storm-rohingya-refugee-center/a-67836218 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/5067365 https://abcnews.go.com/International/wireStory/gunmen-kill-6-people-wound-26-attack-party-105996918 Our websites: http://heartfulimpact.com/ ~ Our show website. Global Healing Response ~ Offers a wealth of prayers, suggested practices and prompts in response to environmental catastrophe, conflict, and other world events. Legacy Labyrinth Project ~ Creating global energetic connections through the labyrinth; inspiring active intention sending using the labyrinth via labyrinth activism. Clive Johnson Ministry ~ Events and offerings aimed at building beloved community. Impact! Is presented by Ellen Bintz and Clive Johnson. It is produced by Impact Productions. Our show content is hosted by Podbean and available from all major podcast platforms. Our theme music is by Chris Collins. indiemusicbox.com. Our logo artwork is by AltoClassic (Getty Images/istock). Contact us via Facebook Messenger from the Impact! Facebook group, or using any of the contact methods mentioned on our websites. Impact! www.heartfulimpact.com | |||
| 21 Nov 2024 | 1,000 Days of Conflict: The Human Cost of War in Ukraine | 00:19:43 | |
In this poignant episode, we delve deep into the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Ukraine that has resulted with the country's war with Russia, which has now passed its grim 1,000-day milestone. In particular, we explore the devastating impact on ordinary Ukrainians, whose lives have been upended by the conflict in so many ways. As always, we invite listeners to join in collective intention and prayers, willing comfort and strength for the countless individuals affected by loss, trauma, and hardship, and homing in to see where our intentions might be specifically focused. Suggested Intention Focus for this week This week, as Ukraine continues its weary and unrelenting war with Russia, we suggest holding as our main intention: We will that all Ukrainian citizens will be guided and protected in coping with all emotional, mental and physical effects on their lives resulting from their country’s war with Russia. Please join us in holding this. Chapter markers: 00:01:42 The War’s Impact on Ordinary People 00:07:11 The Humanitarian Crisis Deepens 00:10:18 Conscription Changes in Ukraine 00:11:57 Ukrainian Sentiments on the War 00:13:44 Holding Intentions for Healing 00:18:18 Closing Thoughts Sources referenced in this episode: https://www.hrw.org/news/2023/01/12/ukraine-russian-invasion-causing-widespread-suffering-civilians https://www.wfpusa.org/articles/ukraine-after-2-years-war-how-conflict-has-affected-civilians/ https://ukraine.un.org/en/253322-civilian-deaths-ukraine-war-top-10000-un-says https://www.statista.com/statistics/1293492/ukraine-war-casualties/ https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/10/16/russia-ukraine-wartime-deaths https://www.voanews.com/a/new-poll-reveals-how-ukrainians-feel-about-war-future/7303180.html https://news.vt.edu/articles/2024/09/ukraine-russia-public-opinion-expert.html https://news.gallup.com/poll/512258/ukrainians-stand-behind-war-effort-despite-fatigue.aspx https://kyivindependent.com/trust-in-zelensky-remains-high-among-ukrainians-poll-suggests/ https://globalchildren.georgetown.edu/events/the-war-against-ukraine-s-children https://eba.com.ua/en/vijskovyj-oblik-zhinok-shho-j-dlya-kogo-zminytsya-z-1-zhovtnya-2023-roku/ https://www.economist.com/europe/2024/07/02/ukraines-war-has-created-millions-of-broken-families https://lawecommons.luc.edu/clrj/vol43/iss1/6/ https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2023/12/26/world/europe/ukraine-war-children-russia.html Join us in person for intention holding: https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/events-1 Labyrinth Activist Network Zoom calls https://insighttimer.com/cliverj Daily intention holding with Clive on Insight Timer. Our websites: www.heartfulimpact.com/ Our show website. https://globalhealingresponse.com/ Global Healing Response ~ Offers a wealth of prayers, suggested practices and prompts in response to environmental catastrophe, conflict, and other world events. https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/ Legacy Labyrinth Project ~ Creating global energetic connections through the labyrinth; inspiring active intention sending using the labyrinth via labyrinth activism. https://www.clivejohnsonministry.com/ Clive Johnson Ministry ~ Events and offerings aimed at building beloved community, including weekly energy holding vigils and Power of Eight group. https://insighttimer.com/cliverj ~ Daily intention holding. Impact! Is presented by Ellen Bintz and Clive Johnson. It is produced by Impact Productions. Our show content is hosted by Podbean and available from all major podcast platforms. Our theme music is by Chris Collins. indiemusicbox.com. Our logo artwork is by AltoClassic (Getty Images/istock). Contact us via Facebook Messenger from the Impact! Facebook group, or using any of the contact methods mentioned on our websites. Impact! www.heartfulimpact.com.
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| 24 Apr 2025 | Celebrating World Labyrinth Day 2025: Sending a Love Train Around the World | 00:40:55 | |
World Labyrinth Day on 3 May encourages people around the world to walk a labyrinth, willing peace and harmony, and activating a wave of goodwill from the earliest walks in New Zealand and in the east through to the places where the sun will last set on this day in the west. With hundreds of events already planned, this offers a rare and important opportunity to meditate and send collective intention with thousands of others, en masse. In this episode, special guests Carmel Stabley and Susie Leiper tell us about the significance of labyrinths in meditation and healing, and how we can each play a part in willing positive intention as we are encouraged to "walk as one at one" (at 1pm in our time zone), which may include using a finger labyrinth downloadable from the World Labyrinth Day website, or joining an online, virtual walk. Ellen turns interviewee in this episode, as she talks about her role as Co-ordinator of World Labyrinth Day and her reflections of what has been learned and achieved over the 5 years that she has carried this mantle. Suggested Intention for World Labyrinth Day As regular listeners know, we always offer a suggested intention for the week ahead in our episodes. This week, looking forward to World Labyrinth Day 2025, we suggest as our intention this week: We will that all who engage with World Labyrinth Day this year will be excited to experience and moved to pass on the power of collective intention for universal peace and wellbeing. Please join us in holding this, both now, and on the day itself. 2025 Pre- World Labyrinth Day Intention: The hearts of the hosts and participants are prepared for World Labyrinth Day. All labyrinths are connected for the highest good of our world. Please join us in holding this ahead of the day. Links: World Labyrinth Day 2025 Website https://www.worldlabyrinthday.org/home World Labyrinth Day Resources, including finger labyrinth downloads and support for planning and promoting an event https://www.worldlabyrinthday.org/resources Australian Labyrinth Network Inc. https://aln.org.au/ Australian Labyrinth Network Inc. resources for educational settings: https://aln.org.au/wldes-resources Veriditas https://www.veriditas.org/ Legacy Labyrinth Project https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/ The Labyrinth Society (TLS) https://labyrinthsociety.org/ Global Healing Response offers hundreds of resources to support theme-based labyrinth walks, including this year’s theme of authenticity https://globalhealingresponse.com/ Worldwide Labyrinth Locator, an amazing tool for finding a labyrinth to walk near you https://labyrinthlocator.org/ The Big Connection (research into the collective power of intention holding while walking labyrinths) https://www.worldlabyrinthday.org/resources/research-the-big-connection Videos presented by Ellen and others introducing World Labyrinth Day and suggesting how to approach a labyrinth walk, including some beautiful photo montages from previous years and concerning the biology of heart intention. See the dedicated YouTube channel of The Labyrinth Society: https://www.youtube.com/@TheLabyrinthSociety/videos Video montage compiled by Ellen showcasing last year’s events: https://youtu.be/xB3J4ZvcnFQ?si=15adeUGyY7VFzWo9 (do watch!) American Society of Dowsers https://americansocietyofdowsers.wildapricot.org/ Events: World Labyrinth Day Events https://www.worldlabyrinthday.org/wld-2025/find-and-submit-events 2025 Registered World Labyrinth Day Event Map https://www.worldlabyrinthday.org/wld-2025/find-and-submit-events Labyrinth walk at St Colomba’s Scottish Episcopal Church, 4201 Albemarle St NW, Washington, DC 20016, USA. Hosted by Ellen and Lars Howlett, 3 May 12 noon – 2pm EDT. Registration not required. Community Labyrinth in Settlers Green, North Conway, NH, USA, hosted by Susie. 3 May 1 at 1230 EDT. Registration not required. Group labyrinth walk and grand opening of the largest indoor labyrinth in South Africa at the R'new Festival, Vaal Estate, 5 South Bay Farm, R716, Deneysville, 1932, South Africa. Go meet Carmel and enjoy a festival of fire dancing, drumming, music, workshops, and much more! Registration required. See https://www.rnew.co.za/ Labyrinth walk hosted by Clive at Highlands Methodist Church, Sutherland Boulevard, Leigh-on-Sea, SS9 3PT, UK, 3 May at 1pm BST. Registration not required. Veriditas-hosted finger labyrinth walks (on ZOOM). Registration required: https://www.worldlabyrinthday.org/wld-2025/virtual-events World Labyrinth Day Live (on ZOOM). Registration required: https://www.worldlabyrinthday.org/wld-2025/virtual-events Pre World Labyrinth Day workshops (video recordings of recently held events), including ‘Let's Create Temporary Labyrinths for World Labyrinth Day’ with Lars Howlett and Peter Clark https://www.worldlabyrinthday.org/wld-2025/pre-wld-events Also mentioned and related: Our reflections and invitation to share intention holding prompted by the Netflix series ‘Adolescence.’ Listen in at: https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-t9qmm-187ff77 Chris Katzenmeyer, Director of Legacy Labyrinth Project and a pioneer in the field of applying intention through contemplative practice, spoke to us in an episode some months ago, offering a wonderful 101 grounding in the basics of intention. Listen in at: https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-fpvwh-153e065 and find out about upcoming training in intention setting and labyrinth activism offered by Legacy Labyrinth Project at https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/llpa . Chapter markers: 00:00:00 Introduction 00:01:37 World Labyrinth Day Discussion 00:03:45 Understanding Labyrinths 00:06:55 World Labyrinth Day Overview 00:08:45 Virtual Participation Options 00:11:10 Labyrinths in Educational Settings 00:13:49 Collaborating Organizations 00:16:01 Research and Energetic Power 00:22:30 Intentions for World Labyrinth Day 00:35:53 Intentions and Resources Join us in person for intention holding: https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/events-1 Labyrinth Activist Network Zoom calls https://insighttimer.com/cliverj Daily intention holding with Clive on Insight Timer. Our websites: www.heartfulimpact.com/ Our show website. https://globalhealingresponse.com/ Global Healing Response ~ Offers a wealth of prayers, suggested practices and prompts in response to environmental catastrophe, conflict, and other world events. https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/ Legacy Labyrinth Project ~ Creating global energetic connections through the labyrinth; inspiring active intention sending using the labyrinth via labyrinth activism. https://www.clivejohnsonministry.com/ Clive Johnson Ministry ~ Events and offerings aimed at building beloved community, including weekly energy holding vigils and Power of Eight group. https://insighttimer.com/cliverj ~ Daily intention holding. Impact! Is presented by Ellen Bintz and Clive Johnson. It is produced by Impact Productions. Our show content is hosted by Podbean and available from all major podcast platforms. Our theme music is by Chris Collins. indiemusicbox.com. Our logo artwork is by AltoClassic (Getty Images/istock). Contact us via Facebook Messenger from the Impact! Facebook group, or using any of the contact methods mentioned on our websites. Impact! www.heartfulimpact.com. | |||
| 02 May 2024 | Vaccinating the World | 00:20:22 | |
In this special episode, as we approach the end of World Immunisation Week, we take a special look at how the world is performing in terms of vaccinating its people. This month also marks the fiftieth anniversary of the founding of the Expanded Programme on Immunization (EPI), which was created by the World Health Assembly with the aim of vaccinating all children against diphtheria, measles, pertussis, polio, tetanus, tuberculosis, and smallpox, the only human disease ever eradicated. There’s much to celebrate, although warnings and challenges too that need our prayers and focus for sending intention. Suggested intention While there has been significant progress in the 50 years since the UN’s drive toward immunizing all against preventable diseases, with the continued need for all countries of the world to co-operate in funding and supporting vaccination rollout, we suggest holding as our focused intention this week: We will that all governments will be moved to recognise the priority for enabling and promoting vaccination against preventable diseases for all people who are governed by them. Please join us in holding this. Episode Chapter Markers: 00:11 Introduction 08:11 Global impact of vaccination 09:42 Covid-19 vaccination 10:45 Challenges for global vaccination 15:39 World Immunisation Week Sources referenced for this episode: https://www.who.int/campaigns/world-immunization-week/2024 World Immunization Week website https://www.gatesfoundation.org/our-work/programs/global-development/immunization https://www.gavi.org/investing-gavi/funding/donor-profiles/bill-melinda-gates-foundation https://www.nature.com/articles/s41591-021-01301-0 https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4712379/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8677503/ https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2021/world/covid-vaccinations-tracker.html https://www.rsph.org.uk/about-us/news/world-immunisation-week-lets-get-talking-about-vaccines.html https://www.cdc.gov/globalhealth/immunization/world-immunization-week/index.html https://www.who.int/campaigns/world-immunization-week https://immunizationdata.who.int/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8482029/ https://scorecard.immunizationagenda2030.org/ Join us in person for intention holding: https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/events-1 ~ Labyrinth Activist Network Zoom calls https://insighttimer.com/cliverj ~ Daily intention holding with Clive on Insight Timer. Our websites: www.heartfulimpact.com/ Our show website. https://globalhealingresponse.com/ Global Healing Response. Offers a wealth of prayers, suggested practices and prompts in response to environmental catastrophe, conflict, and other world events. https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/ Legacy Labyrinth Project https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/events-1 Creating global energetic connections through the labyrinth; inspiring active intention sending using the labyrinth via labyrinth activism. https://www.clivejohnsonministry.com/ Clive Johnson Ministry. Events and offerings aimed at building beloved community, including weekly energy holding vigils and Power of Eight group. https://insighttimer.com/cliverj Daily intention holding and lovingkindness meditations. Impact! Is presented by Ellen Bintz and Clive Johnson. It is produced by Impact Productions. Our show content is hosted by Podbean and available from all major podcast platforms. Our theme music is by Chris Collins. www.indiemusicbox.com. Our logo artwork is by AltoClassic (Getty Images/istock). Contact us via Facebook Messenger from the Impact! Facebook group, or using any of the contact methods mentioned on our websites. Impact! www.heartfulimpact.com | |||
| 10 Jan 2025 | Global Healing Response: Embracing Authenticity (A New Year's Journey to Impactful Change) | 00:34:49 | |
Welcome to a new year for Impact! and for Global Healing Response, which this year puts the spotlight on the vital importance of authenticity. We preview what's ahead as we come to grips with how crucial a grounding in being authentic is, both for ourselves, and for our politics, institutions and societies. We come to grips with how far reaching the scope and impact of authenticity is, and look at areas where we may face challenge in aligning our actions with core values, as we explore how we might cultivate living our truths and the transformative impact in our world that we might each individually inspire. Suggested Intention Focus for this week This week, in this year of global healing through deepening and returning to societies and politics guided by authentic speaking, doing and being, we suggest remembering the part we can each play in this, and holding as our main intention: I resolve to connect with, and live by, my own beliefs and values. Please join us in holding this. Referred to in this episode: Global Healing Response web site, 2025 Focus: Authenticity https://globalhealingresponse.com/ ‘The Power of Eight: Harnessing the Miraculous Energies of a Small Group to Heal Others, Your Life, and the World’ by Lynne McTaggart https://www.amazon.com/Power-Eight-Harnessing-Miraculous-Energies/dp/1501115553/ref=sr_1_1 Chapter markers: 00:00:00 Introduction 00:03:07 Embracing Authenticity 00:04:57 The Power of Vulnerability 00:08:45 Understanding Authenticity 00:15:00 Authenticity in Leadership 00:18:53 Authenticity in Society 00:22:25 The Importance of Truth 00:23:27 Aligning Actions with Intentions 00:25:09 Activism and Authenticity 00:26:38 Uncovering Inner Truths 00:29:02 Focus for Global Healing 00:32:14 Our Main Intention for the Week Sources referenced in this episode: https://vixanderton.com/blog/what-does-authenticity-really-mean https://www.thespacesbetweencounselling.com/authenticity-debate-inspiring-rude/ https://www.collinsdictionary.com/dictionary/english/authenticity https://www.worldofmiri.com/inspirational-messages/how-to-connect-with-your-inner-truth https://executive.berkeley.edu/thought-leadership/blog/importance-authenticity https://andyfrisella.com/blogs/articles/how-to-be-authentic-why-its-important https://easysociology.com/general-sociology/understanding-authenticity-in-sociology/ https://executive.berkeley.edu/thought-leadership/blog/importance-authenticity https://www.h10marketing.co.uk/the-power-of-being-authentic-in-the-world-of-social-media https://psychcentral.com/lib/ways-of-living-an-authentic-life https://www.louisehay.com/3-creative-ways-to-hear-your-inner-truth/ https://tinybuddha.com/blog/the-path-to-living-authentically/ https://positivepsychology.com/authentic-living/ Join us in person for intention holding: https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/events-1 Labyrinth Activist Network Zoom calls https://insighttimer.com/cliverj Daily intention holding with Clive on Insight Timer. Our websites: www.heartfulimpact.com/ Our show website. https://globalhealingresponse.com/ Global Healing Response ~ Offers a wealth of prayers, suggested practices and prompts in response to environmental catastrophe, conflict, and other world events. https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/ Legacy Labyrinth Project ~ Creating global energetic connections through the labyrinth; inspiring active intention sending using the labyrinth via labyrinth activism. https://www.clivejohnsonministry.com/ Clive Johnson Ministry ~ Events and offerings aimed at building beloved community, including weekly energy holding vigils and Power of Eight group. https://insighttimer.com/cliverj ~ Daily intention holding. Impact! Is presented by Ellen Bintz and Clive Johnson. It is produced by Impact Productions. Our show content is hosted by Podbean and available from all major podcast platforms. Our theme music is by Chris Collins. indiemusicbox.com. Our logo artwork is by AltoClassic (Getty Images/istock). Contact us via Facebook Messenger from the Impact! Facebook group, or using any of the contact methods mentioned on our websites. Impact! www.heartfulimpact.com.
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| 06 Mar 2025 | Where Intention Meets Prayer: Part 1 | 00:32:30 | |
This week, in the first of a 2-part special, we thought we’d try to get to the root of something that’s so fundamental to what this podcast is about – what we actually mean when we talk about intention and prayer. We usually use these terms interchangeably, but know that different folks have different understandings of what the terms mean – and, depending on what this understanding is, the two aren’t necessarily the same. So, we thought we’d attempt explore some of these different understandings, and see where what happens when we pray or hold intention may overlap, and where science may be tuning in with this too. A fascinating episode, and one in which we know we need to get beyond some common definitions. Suggested Intention Focus for this week This week, as we’ve considered the nature of intention holding and prayer, we suggest holding as our main intention: I resolve when holding intention or offering prayer to have confidence in the power accessible within myself or upon which I can call to direct my will for something to be. Please join us in holding this. Websites sources, books and organisations mentioned in this episode: Institute of Noetic Sciences (IONS) – https://noetic.org/ HeartMath Instititute – https://www.heartmath.org/ The Intention Experiment: Using Your Thoughts to Change Your Life and the World by Lynne McTaggart, Amazon.com link – https://www.amazon.com/Intention-Experiment-Using-Thoughts-Change/dp/0743276965/ref=sr_1_1 The Field: The Quest for the Secret Force of the Universe by Lynne McTaggart, Amazon.com link – https://www.amazon.com/Field-Quest-Secret-Force-Universe/dp/006143518X/ref=sr_1_1 The Power of Intention by Dr. Wayne W. Dyer, Amazon.com link – https://www.amazon.com/Power-Intention-Dr-Wayne-Dyer/dp/1401902162/ref=sr_1_1 The Active Side of Infinity by Carlos Castane, Amazon.com link – https://www.amazon.com/Active-Side-Infinity-Carlos-Castaneda/dp/006092960X/ref=sr_1_1 Sources referenced in this episode: “Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.” 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 - English Standard Version All quotes of Lynne McTaggart mentioned in this episode cite her book, The Intention Experiment: Using Your Thoughts to Change Your Life and the World https://www.thinksmarterworld.com/wayne-dyer-and-the-power-of-intention/ ‘Does God answer Prayer? A Hindu Perspective,’ by Pandit Sri Rama Ramanuja Achari, https://www.srimatham.com/uploads/5/5/4/9/5549439/does_god_answer_prayer.pdf https://www.heartmath.com/science/ https://www.heartmath.org/research/science-of-the-heart/ https://www.facebook.com/Ligonier/videos/what-does-it-mean-to-be-in-christ/423492105462216/ Join us in person for intention holding: https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/events-1 Labyrinth Activist Network Zoom calls https://insighttimer.com/cliverj Daily intention holding with Clive on Insight Timer. Our websites: www.heartfulimpact.com/ Our show website. https://globalhealingresponse.com/ Global Healing Response ~ Offers a wealth of prayers, suggested practices and prompts in response to environmental catastrophe, conflict, and other world events. https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/ Legacy Labyrinth Project ~ Creating global energetic connections through the labyrinth; inspiring active intention sending using the labyrinth via labyrinth activism. https://www.clivejohnsonministry.com/ Clive Johnson Ministry ~ Events and offerings aimed at building beloved community, including weekly energy holding vigils and Power of Eight group. https://insighttimer.com/cliverj ~ Daily intention holding. Impact! Is presented by Ellen Bintz and Clive Johnson. It is produced by Impact Productions. Our show content is hosted by Podbean and available from all major podcast platforms. Our theme music is by Chris Collins. indiemusicbox.com. Our logo artwork is by AltoClassic (Getty Images/istock). Contact us via Facebook Messenger from the Impact! Facebook group, or using any of the contact methods mentioned on our websites. Impact! www.heartfulimpact.com. | |||
| 16 May 2024 | Understanding the Refugee Crisis in Lebanon | 00:21:49 | |
In this edition of Impact!, Ellen and Clive delve into the complex and often overlooked issue of Lebanon's refugee crisis. They discuss potential focal points for healing through our intentions and prayers, including compassionate treatment of refugees, a swift international response, smart diplomacy, and peaceful resolutions to conflicts involving Hezbollah and Israel. The hosts also explore the implications of a recent pledge by the European Union to deliver €1 billion in financial aid to help counteract the crisis. Suggested intentionThe European Union aid package may appear generous, but it’s doubtless limited in what it can enable. Given the importance for appropriate use of this money, we suggest holding as our main focused intention this week: We will that the Lebanese government and its administrators will be guided in where to distribute and how to coordinate the funding and assistance offered by the European Union in the most equitable way to bring maximum benefit both for its own citizens and the refugees within its borders. Please join us in holding this. Chapter Markers: 00:00:03 Introduction 00:01:03 Crisis in Lebanon 00:07:19 Recent Developments 00:14:40 EU Aid Deal 00:19:09 Ethical Dilemmas Sources referenced in this episode: https://apnews.com/article/lebanon-cyprus-eu-migration-europe-8639a76924445f2d2494684bc8e3b649 https://www.hrw.org/news/2023/07/05/lebanon-armed-forces-summarily-deporting-syrians https://www.unrwa.org/where-we-work/lebanon Join us in person for intenton holding: https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/events-1 Labyrinth Activist Network Zoom calls https://insighttimer.com/cliverj Daily intention holding with Clive on Insight Timer. Our websites: www.heartfulimpact.com/ Our show website. https://globalhealingresponse.com/ Global Healing Response ~ Offers a wealth of prayers, suggested practices and prompts in response to environmental catastrophe, conflict, and other world events. https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/ Legacy Labyrinth Project ~ Creating global energetic connections through the labyrinth; inspiring active intention sending using the labyrinth via labyrinth activism. https://www.clivejohnsonministry.com/ Clive Johnson Ministry ~ Events and offerings aimed at building beloved community, including weekly energy holding vigils and Power of Eight group. https://insighttimer.com/cliverj ~ Daily intention holding. Impact! Is presented by Ellen Bintz and Clive Johnson. It is produced by Impact Productions. Our show content is hosted by Podbean and available from all major podcast platforms. Our theme music is by Chris Collins. indiemusicbox.com. Our logo artwork is by AltoClassic (Getty Images/istock). Contact us via Facebook Messenger from the Impact! Facebook group, or using any of the contact methods mentioned on our websites. Impact! www.heartfulimpact.com.
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| 24 Apr 2024 | Unraveling the Conflict Between Armenia and Azerbaijan | 00:19:46 | |
Join hosts Ellen Benz and Clive Johnson as they delve into the roots of the Armenia-Azerbaijan conflict, exploring the history, on-going tensions, and geopolitical intricacies of the long-standing conflict between the two former Soviet states. The countries’ principal dispute concerns the disputed territory of Nagorno-Karabakh, a mountainous and heavily forested area in the Karabakh region of the southern Caucasus mountain range. Ellen and Clive look at the background, go behind the reasons for the conflict, and assess where our prayers and intentions are needed now as a very fragile peace appears to be holding between the two countries. As is customary, Ellen and Clive close the episode by assessing where our prayers and intentions are needed now. Suggested intention While there have been some positive developments towards a potential peace deal between Azerbaijan and Armenia, the situation remains volatile, with unresolved territorial disputes and border tensions threatening to derail progress. The potential for further conflict remains strong if underlying issues are not adequately addressed. Given this tense situation, we suggest holding as our focused intention this week: We will that those in positions of influence and power within the Armenian and Azerbaijan governments will be moved in with compassion to work toward and maintain peace between their nations. Please join us in holding this. The Remembrance Day of the Armenian Genocide this year is on 24 April 2024. http://www.genocide-museum.am/eng/remembrance_day.php Chapter markers: 00:04 Introduction 01:38 Historical Background 02:18, Azerbaijan And Armenia 08:00 Nagorno–Karabakh Conflict 10:08. Recent Developments 11:38 Regional Dynamics 14:44 Human Impact 16:09, Focusing Our Intentions 18:16, Wrap Up Sources referenced for this episode: https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/are-azerbaijan-and-armenia-heading-peace https://www.humanrightsnetwork.org/nagorno-karabakh https://carnegieendowment.org/politika/90655 https://president.az/en/pages/view/azerbaijan/karabakh https://www.c-r.org/programme/caucasus/nagorny-karabakh-conflict-focus https://www.opendemocracy.net/en/odr/nagorno-karabakh-armenia-azerbaijan-conflict/ https://www.cfr.org/global-conflict-tracker/conflict/nagorno-karabakh-conflict https://www.hrw.org/world-report/2022/country-chapters/azerbaijan https://www.britannica.com/place/Nagorno-Karabakh https://dgap.org/en/research/publications/armenia-azerbaijan-conflict https://www.csis.org/analysis/renewed-nagorno-karabakh-conflict-reading-between-front-lines https://press.un.org/en/2023/sc15418.doc.htm https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/4/24/explainer-what-is-nagorno-karabakh-why-are-tensions-rising https://www.politico.eu/article/nagorno-karabakh-conflict-azerbaijan-armenia-south-caucasus-russia/ https://www.nytimes.com/article/armenia-azerbaijan-clashes.html https://carnegieendowment.org/politika/91455 https://www.aljazeera.com/where/armenia/ https://www.migrationdataportal.org/ukraine/crisis-movements Join us in person for intention holding: https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/events-1 ~ Labyrinth Activist Network Zoom calls https://insighttimer.com/cliverj ~ Daily intention holding with Clive on Insight Timer. Our websites: www.heartfulimpact.com/ ~ Our show website. https://globalhealingresponse.com/ Global Healing Response ~ Offers a wealth of prayers, suggested practices and prompts in response to environmental catastrophe, conflict, and other world events. https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/ Legacy Labyrinth Project https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/events-1 ~ Creating global energetic connections through the labyrinth; inspiring active intention sending using the labyrinth via labyrinth activism. https://www.clivejohnsonministry.com/ Clive Johnson Ministry https://insighttimer.com/cliverj ~ Events and offerings aimed at building beloved community, including weekly energy holding vigils and Power of Eight group. Impact! Is presented by Ellen Bintz and Clive Johnson. It is produced by Impact Productions. Our show content is hosted by Podbean and available from all major podcast platforms. Our theme music is by Chris Collins. www.indiemusicbox.com. Our logo artwork is by AltoClassic (Getty Images/istock). Contact us via Facebook Messenger from the Impact! Facebook group, or using any of the contact methods mentioned on our websites. Impact! www.heartfulimpact.com
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| 06 Sep 2024 | The Power of Collective Intention (Part 2): Science and Strangeness | 00:46:56 | |
In the second part of our dive into the power of collective intention, this week we explore some of the science behind what might be going on when we hold an intention together. Demystifying terms and concepts such as wave-particle duality and quantum entanglement, and drawing on the groundbreaking work of organizations such as the HeartMath Institute and the Transcendental Meditation Movement, we seek to explain the quantum physics and the mysteries behind such phenomena as collective effervescence and entrainment. We also discuss the Maharishi Effect, the role of heart-brain coherence, and spotlight important new research being undertaken into the impact of collective intention on peaceful and free elections worldwide. Suggested intention focus for this week The HeartMath Institute suggests that we each have an “energetic responsibility,” the duty we each have to recognize that our thoughts, attitudes, and emotions emit energies that impact not only ourselves, but others around us, and to consciously choosing positive emotions like appreciation, care, and love. As we open ourselves to the mysteries and wonder of quantum science, and become exciting at the new discoveries that are enhancing human understanding, let us redouble our belief in the power of intention and intercession, committing ourselves to take our own energetic responsibility seriously. For our specific focus for intention this week, we suggest: We will that each of us in the Impact! community will be mindful of our energetic power and exercise responsibility for this in all circumstances. Please join us in holding this. Find out about and register to take part in the Labyrinth Activist Network and Baylor University's Peaceful and Free Elections Program at: https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/peaceful-free-elections-event REGISTER BY 19 SEPTEMBER 2024. Books and websites mentioned in this episode: ‘The Power of Eight: Harnessing the Miraculous Energies of a Small Group to Heal Others, Your Life, and the World,’ by Lynne McTaggart. Amazon.com: https://www.amazon.com/Power-Eight-Harnessing-Miraculous-Energies/dp/1501115553 ‘The Intention Experiment: Using Your Thoughts to Change Your Life and the World,’ by Lynne McTaggar. Amazon.com: https://www.amazon.com/Intention-Experiment-Using-Thoughts-Change/dp/0743276965/ Lynne McTaggart’s website: https://lynnemctaggart.com/ HeartMath Institute website: https://www.heartmath.org/ Institute of Noetic Sciences, IONS, website: https://noetic.org/ IONS Global Consciousness Project 2.0: https://noetic.org/research/global-consciousness-project-2/ Transcental Meditaton Movement website: https://www.tm.org/ The Big Connection https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/bigconnection Morphic Resonance and Morphic Fields - an Introduction by Rupert Sheldrake, https://www.sheldrake.org/research/morphic-resonance/introduction Michael E. Hyland describes entanglement in very readable terms in his paper Does a form of ‘entanglement’ between people explain healing? An examination of hypotheses and methodology, Complementary Therapies in Medicine (2004) 12, pp 198–208, which is freely available online. See: https://www.researchgate.net/publication/8081237_Does_a_form_of_%27entanglement%27_between_people_explain_healing_An_examination_of_hypotheses_and_methodology. Chapter Markers: 00:00:10 Introduction 00:06:45 Particles-Wave Duality and Heart-Brain Coherence 00:08:53 Quantum Physics Unveiled 00:14:53 Exploring Quantum Entanglement 00:18:49 Collective Consciousness and Healing 00:23:35 The Maharishi Effect 00:32:35 Peaceful & Free Elections Event 00:35:17 Collective Effervescence 00:43:37 Energetic Responsibility in Action Reference sources consulted for this episode: https://www2.nau.edu/~gaud/bio302/content/clsphy.htm https://www.informationphilosopher.com/introduction/physics/wave-particle_duality.html https://www.asc.ohio-state.edu/mathur.16/quantummechanics27-11-17/qm1.1/qm1.1.html https://www.heartmath.com/blog/health-and-wellness/what-is-heart-coherence/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9010850/ https://www.informationphilosopher.com/problems/nonlocality/ https://scienceforthechurch.org/2019/03/05/a-quantum-series-volume-2-where-is-god-in-the-quantum/ https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/psychology/articles/10.3389/fpsyg.2022.974683/full https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9473704/ https://www.futurelearn.com/info/courses/music-moves/0/steps/12696 https://millar.bio.ed.ac.uk/andrewM/Jo%20Selwood%20site/entrainment.htm https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3306345/ https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/psychology/articles/10.3389/fpsyg.2022.974683/full https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/psychology/articles/10.3389/fpsyg.2020.607538/full https://anantidotetoviolence.org/maharishi-effect/theory-behind-the-maharishi-effect/ https://www.heartmath.org/research/science-of-the-heart/ https://www.heartmath.com/blog/science/quantum-nutrients/ Join us in person for intenton holding: https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/events-1 Labyrinth Activist Network Zoom calls https://insighttimer.com/cliverj Daily intention holding with Clive on Insight Timer. Our websites: www.heartfulimpact.com/ Our show website. https://globalhealingresponse.com/ Global Healing Response ~ Offers a wealth of prayers, suggested practices and prompts in response to environmental catastrophe, conflict, and other world events. https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/ Legacy Labyrinth Project ~ Creating global energetic connections through the labyrinth; inspiring active intention sending using the labyrinth via labyrinth activism. https://www.clivejohnsonministry.com/ Clive Johnson Ministry ~ Events and offerings aimed at building beloved community, including weekly energy holding vigils and Power of Eight group. https://insighttimer.com/cliverj ~ Daily intention holding. Impact! Is presented by Ellen Bintz and Clive Johnson. It is produced by Impact Productions. Our show content is hosted by Podbean and available from all major podcast platforms. Our theme music is by Chris Collins. indiemusicbox.com. Our logo artwork is by AltoClassic (Getty Images/istock). Contact us via Facebook Messenger from the Impact! Facebook group, or using any of the contact methods mentioned on our websites. Impact! www.heartfulimpact.com. | |||
| 27 Jun 2024 | Ageism Unveiled: Addressing Discrimination Against the Elderly | 00:31:03 | |
Join us as we kick off the second season of our podcast with a deep dive into the pervasive issue of ageism, particularly as it affects older people. In this episode, we explore the growing demographic of individuals aged 60 and over, the unique challenges they face, and the often-overlooked discrimination against them in various facets of life, from healthcare to employment. We consider some alarming statistics and hear expert insights on the harmful stereotypes and biases that contribute to ageism. We also discuss practical steps and intentions we can take to combat this discrimination and support the elderly in our communities. Tune in for a thought-provoking discussion that aims to inspire compassion and action towards creating a more inclusive society for all ages. Suggested intention for this week: We will that all member States of the United Nations are moved with compassion and pragmatism to prioritise the enactment of laws and regulations to strengthen the protection of the rights of older persons and to eliminate all forms of discrimination, abuse and violence against them, including ageism in employment, healthcare and other settings. Sources referenced in this episode: https://www.liveincarehub.co.uk/guide-to-issues-affecting-the-elderly/ https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/ageism https://www.who.int/news-room/questions-and-answers/item/ageing-ageism https://www.hrw.org/topic/rights-older-people https://www.hrw.org/news/2023/11/10/older-people-not-spared-hostilities-israel/palestine https://www.hrw.org/news/2023/06/30/extreme-heat-signals-need-inclusive-climate-action https://www.hrw.org/news/2024/05/21/millions-us-risk-losing-internet-access https://www.griswoldcare.com/blog/what-are-the-problems-faced-by-elderly-in-our-society/ https://www.un.org/en/desa/taking-stand-against-ageism https://www.aihr.com/blog/examples-of-ageism/ https://www.apa.org/monitor/2023/03/cover-new-concept-of-aging https://veritascare.co.uk/what-are-the-biggest-challenges-for-elderly-people-in-a-modern-society/ https://olderpeople.wales/commissioners-priorities/ending-ageism-and-age-discrimination/ Join us in person for intenton holding: https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/events-1 Labyrinth Activist Network Zoom calls https://insighttimer.com/cliverj Daily intention holding with Clive on Insight Timer. Our websites: www.heartfulimpact.com/ Our show website. https://globalhealingresponse.com/ Global Healing Response ~ Offers a wealth of prayers, suggested practices and prompts in response to environmental catastrophe, conflict, and other world events. https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/ Legacy Labyrinth Project ~ Creating global energetic connections through the labyrinth; inspiring active intention sending using the labyrinth via labyrinth activism. https://www.clivejohnsonministry.com/ Clive Johnson Ministry ~ Events and offerings aimed at building beloved community, including weekly energy holding vigils and Power of Eight group. https://insighttimer.com/cliverj ~ Daily intention holding. Impact! Is presented by Ellen Bintz and Clive Johnson. It is produced by Impact Productions. Our show content is hosted by Podbean and available from all major podcast platforms. Our theme music is by Chris Collins. indiemusicbox.com. Our logo artwork is by AltoClassic (Getty Images/istock). Contact us via Facebook Messenger from the Impact! Facebook group, or using any of the contact methods mentioned on our websites. Impact! www.heartfulimpact.com.
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| 20 Apr 2024 | Earth Vessels with Judith Tripp | 00:33:32 | |
In this episode, we are thrilled to welcome the gifted teacher, pilgrimage leader, psychotherapist, spiritual counsellor, and musician Judith Tripp, who talks to Ellen about her deep work with women to embrace the Divine Feminine, and in leading ministries focused on healing our Mother Earth. Judith talks about a calling that she has shared with other wise souls to imbue the Earth with physical vessels for healing, following a Tibetan Buddhist practice that calls for Earth healing. Judith describes a vision that has led her to an enacting of this practice in Washington DC this Earth Day, 22 April 2024. Websites, books and other sources mentioned in this episode: Alliance for the Earth https://earthtreasurevase.org/about-us/alliance-for-the-earth/ For Chartres pilgrimages, monthly handheld labyrinth walks, and Women’s Dream Quest at Grace Cathedral, San Francisco. For information about Judith’s pilgrimages and other ministries, visit her website: Summoned by the Earth, Becoming a Holy Vessel for Healing our World by Cynthia Jurs The book by Judith mentioned in the episode is Circleway, the Story of the Women’s Dream Quest by Judith Tripp CDs and streaming music: Homage, To Bless the Walk, and Return Again, the songs of the Women’s Dream Quest Earth Day is on 22 April 2024. Join us in person for intenton holding: https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/events-1 ~ Labyrinth Activist Network Zoom calls https://insighttimer.com/cliverj ~ Daily intention holding with Clive on Insight Timer. Our websites: www.heartfulimpact.com/ ~ Our show website. https://globalhealingresponse.com/ Global Healing Response ~ Offers a wealth of prayers, suggested practices and prompts in response to environmental catastrophe, conflict, and other world events. https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/ Legacy Labyrinth Project https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/events-1 ~ Creating global energetic connections through the labyrinth; inspiring active intention sending using the labyrinth via labyrinth activism. https://www.clivejohnsonministry.com/ Clive Johnson Ministry https://insighttimer.com/cliverj ~ Events and offerings aimed at building beloved community, including weekly energy holding vigils and Power of Eight group. Impact! Is presented by Ellen Bintz and Clive Johnson. It is produced by Impact Productions.
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| 14 Mar 2024 | News from around the world this week (week ending 15 March 2024)–Topics for intention and intercession | 00:29:37 | |
Join us for a look at news stories from around the world this week, some of which may not be making the headlines where you are, as we consider where and how we might focus our intentions and prayers. Shared intention In a week in which we especially remember the role played by courageous women in affecting change, we suggest keeping those brave souls campaigning for compassionate treatment in Iran as our main intention this week: We will that those who continue to campaign for women’s rights in Iran have the courage, strength and insight to know how to most effectively make their protest while minimising the risk of harm to themselves. Please join us in holding this. Sources for news topics mentioned in this episode are: https://www.arabnews.com/node/2474701/middle-east https://unsdg.un.org/latest/stories/around-world-daily-updates-un-country-teams-march-2024 https://fortune.com/europe/2024/02/27/spain-ban-short-haul-flights-train-private-jets/ https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-middle-east-68500270 https://www.nytimes.com/2024/03/10/world/middleeast/ramadan-israel-gaza-cease-fire.html https://www.newsweek.com/china-russia-war-strategic-ukraine-wang-yi-1876745 https://www.dw.com/en/kidnapping-in-nigeria/a-68484987 https://apnews.com/article/islamic-state-attack-syria-truffles-25828f3dea3251a1f08a27907f939405 https://www.africanews.com/2024/03/11/sudans-military-rejects-ramadan-ceasefire/ https://www.dw.com/en/irans-women-vow-resistance-against-misogynistic-regime/a-68473492 https://www.africanews.com/2024/03/11/sudans-military-rejects-ramadan-ceasefire/ https://www.science.org/doi/10.1126/sciadv.adk2896 Join us in person for intention holding: https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/events-1 ~ Labyrinth Activist Network Zoom calls https://insighttimer.com/cliverj ~ Daily intention holding with Clive on Insight Timer. Our websites: http://heartfulimpact.com/ ~ Our show website. Global Healing Response ~ Offers a wealth of prayers, suggested practices and prompts in response to environmental catastrophe, conflict, and other world events. Legacy Labyrinth Project ~ Creating global energetic connections through the labyrinth; inspiring active intention sending using the labyrinth via labyrinth activism. Clive Johnson Ministry ~ Events and offerings aimed at building beloved community. Impact! Is presented by Ellen Bintz and Clive Johnson. It is produced by Impact Productions. Our show content is hosted by Podbean and available from all major podcast platforms. Our theme music is by Chris Collins. indiemusicbox.com. Our logo artwork is by AltoClassic (Getty Images/istock). Contact us via Facebook Messenger from the Impact! Facebook group, or using any of the contact methods mentioned on our websites. Impact! www.heartfulimpact.com | |||
| 12 Sep 2024 | Hope and Healing: Understanding the Somali Conflict | 00:19:09 | |
This week, we delve into the background to the ongoing civil war in Somalia. We seek to understand the country's complex history and the present-day challenges and efforts to achieving peace. As the country prepares for critical upcoming elections and a major transition in its electoral and parliamentary system, we discuss the implications. And as always, we consider where our intentions and prayers might be focused to look forward to a brighter future for a much troubled country, in which good governance, economic growth, and security can flourish. Suggested intention focus This week, as there appears to be some hope for progress in improving governance, economic growth and security in Somalia, we suggest as our special focus for intention: We will that the Somali government will be guided in its determination of relations with Somaliland, and in its response to insurgent attacks. Please join us in holding this. Labyrinth Activist Network’s Peaceful and Free Elections initiative Join others to hold Somalia and all countries and regions holding important elections this year with the Labyrinth Activist Network’s Peaceful and Free Elections initiative https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/peaceful-free-elections-event Chapter Markers: 00:00:12 Introduction 00:01:13 Understanding Somalia’s Civil War 00:09:14 Challenges and Prospects for Peace 00:12:23 Transitioning to Direct Elections 00:15:34 Holding Intentions for Somalia’s Future Sources referenced for this episode: https://www.britannica.com/event/Somalia-intervention https://spheresofinfluence.ca/an-analysis-of-the-civil-war-in-somalia/ https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-14094503 https://theowp.org/crisis_index/somali-civil-war/ https://theowp.org/reports/famine-is-imminent-in-somalia-says-the-un/ https://press.un.org/en/2024/sc15741.doc.htm https://www.securitycouncilreport.org/monthly-forecast/2024-06/somalia-35.php https://press.un.org/en/2024/sc15793.doc.htm https://www.hrw.org/world-report/2024/country-chapters/somalia https://bti-project.org/en/reports/country-report/SOM https://mast-security.com/news-insights/somalias-road-to-stability-and-challenges-in-2024/ Join us in person for intenton holding: https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/events-1 Labyrinth Activist Network Zoom calls https://insighttimer.com/cliverj Daily intention holding with Clive on Insight Timer. Our websites: www.heartfulimpact.com/ Our show website. https://globalhealingresponse.com/ Global Healing Response ~ Offers a wealth of prayers, suggested practices and prompts in response to environmental catastrophe, conflict, and other world events. https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/ Legacy Labyrinth Project ~ Creating global energetic connections through the labyrinth; inspiring active intention sending using the labyrinth via labyrinth activism. https://www.clivejohnsonministry.com/ Clive Johnson Ministry ~ Events and offerings aimed at building beloved community, including weekly energy holding vigils and Power of Eight group. https://insighttimer.com/cliverj ~ Daily intention holding. Impact! Is presented by Ellen Bintz and Clive Johnson. It is produced by Impact Productions. Our show content is hosted by Podbean and available from all major podcast platforms. Our theme music is by Chris Collins. indiemusicbox.com. Our logo artwork is by AltoClassic (Getty Images/istock). Contact us via Facebook Messenger from the Impact! Facebook group, or using any of the contact methods mentioned on our websites. Impact! www.heartfulimpact.com. | |||
| 22 Feb 2024 | Offering Intention With Insight Timer–The Power of Eight On An App | 00:56:46 | |
This week, Clive shares his experience of hosting daily intention sending sessions on the Insight Timer app. He talks about the power of collective intention shared by people who never physically see and speak to each other, and the challenges and joys of holding intention when not knowing who may come online means that having a “beginner’s mind” and connecting with a changing group of fellow intention senders is always relevant. Websites, people and organizations mentioned in this episode: https://insighttimer.com/cliverj Clive’s home page on Insight Timer, listing upcoming Intention Focus and other offerings. https://www.ifoundbutterflies.org/bhutanitis-ludlowi Information and picture about Ludlow’s Bhutan Glory butterfly. https://apps.apple.com/us/app/insight-timer-meditate-sleep/id337472899 Download the Insight Timer app for Apple devices. https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.spotlightsix.zentimerlite2&hl=en_ZA Download the Insight Timer app for Android devices. https://youtu.be/yYHZUKK6t1s?si=QzNKt-ONKkPwiLsk Ellen explains what brain heart coherence is and leads us through a simple process to create this for yourself (YouTube video). https://www.worldpeaceprayer.org/ World Peace Prayer /www.amazon.com/Power-Eight-Harnessing-Miraculous-Energies/dp/1501115553/ref=sr_1_1 The Power of Eight, book by Lynne McTaggart https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/events-1 Labyrinth Activist Network next meeting 27 February 6pm CT on Zoom Shared intention As the Russia/Ukraine war reaches its two year anniversary this week, we suggest holding as our intention this week: We will that all who have influence in the Kremlin and government in Kyiv will be convicted of the existential threat to both nations that could result from a continued escalation in the conflict. Please join us in holding this. Artistic impression of a Torus Field Sources for news topics mentioned in this episode are: https://www.dw.com/en/navalnys-team-says-mother-barred-from-morgue/a-68296231 https://www.reuters.com/world/yemens-houthis-say-ship-attacked-gulf-aden-may-sink-2024-02-19/ https://www.nytimes.com/2024/02/19/us/california-storm-weather-atmospheric-river.html https://www.foreignaffairs.com/ukraine/ukraines-victory-sea https://www.standard.co.uk/news/world/russia-ukraine-london-nuclear-weapons-b1139902.html https://www.reuters.com/world/us/california-braces-more-heavy-rain-possibly-tornadoes-2024-02-19/ https://www.politico.eu/article/alexei-navalnys-widow-continue-his-fight-against-vladmir-putin/ https://ktla.com/news/california/california-bracing-for-back-to-back-storms/ https://www.dw.com/en/afghanistan-landslide-leaves-25-dead/a-68295701 https://234radio.com/codeco-rebel-attack-kills-15-people-in-eastern-drc-2/ https://www.goodgoodgood.co/articles/good-news-this-week-february-17-2024 https://www.dw.com/en/papua-new-guinea-tribal-clashes-leave-dozens-dead/a-68294887 https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/2/19/codeco-rebel-attack-kills-15-people-in-eastern-drc https://apnews.com/article/congo-goma-north-kivu-m23-violence-fd9eef061a8c0dfdf20d8a76b9259814 Join us in person for intenton holding: https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/events-1 ~ Labyrinth Activist Network Zoom calls https://insighttimer.com/cliverj ~ Daily intention holding with Clive on Insight Timer. Our websites: http://heartfulimpact.com/ ~ Our show website. Global Healing Response ~ Offers a wealth of prayers, suggested practices and prompts in response to environmental catastrophe, conflict, and other world events. Legacy Labyrinth Project ~ Creating global energetic connections through the labyrinth; inspiring active intention sending using the labyrinth via labyrinth activism. Clive Johnson Ministry ~ Events and offerings aimed at building beloved community. Impact! Is presented by Ellen Bintz and Clive Johnson. It is produced by Impact Productions. Our show content is hosted by Podbean and available from all major podcast platforms. Our theme music is by Chris Collins. indiemusicbox.com. Our logo artwork is by AltoClassic (Getty Images/istock). Contact us via Facebook Messenger from the Impact! Facebook group, or using any of the contact methods mentioned on our websites. Impact! www.heartfulimpact.com | |||
| 25 Jul 2024 | A Pivotal Election: Georgia's Political Crossroads | 00:14:42 | |
In this episode, we take a dive deep to understand the politics and challenges facing the central European country of Georgia, where pivotal parliamentary election is scheduled to be held in October 2024. Join us as we examine the key issues facing Georgian voters, including economic challenges, a stand-off with two regions claiming indepence, judicial and anti-corruption reforms, and the country's split geopolitical orientation between Russia one the one hand and aspiring EU and NATO membership on the other. As always, we home in on where our collective intentions and prayers may contribute to a peaceful and prosperous future. This episode also supports the Labyrinth Activist Network's Peaceful and Free Elections events, holding intention in a year when nearly half the world's population go to the polls. Suggested specific focus for this week: As Georgia’s future appears balanced on a knife edge between backsliding on democracy, and aligning more strongly with Russia or turning westward with sights set on joining NATO and the EU, we suggest as our main intention for this week: We will that all who have influence will be moved to ensure that truly free and peaceful parliamentary elections will be held this year in Georgia that represent the will of the country’s people. Please join us in a holding this. Websites mentioned in this episode: https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/peaceful-free-elections-event Labyrinth Activist Network Peaceful and Free Elections events Chapter markers: 00:00:16 Introduction 00:01:25 Introducing Georgia 00:03:43 Political History of Georgia 00:05:47 Georgia’s Current Political Landscape 00:07:34 Russia’s Role in Georgian Politics 00:09:13 Key Issues for Georgian Voters 00:10:47 Focusing Prayers and Intentions Sources mentioned in this episode: https://apnews.com/general-news-2fcbe15e50924aac9d45b60890cf6a82 https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/live/world-europe-69010885 https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-17301647 https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-69007465 https://www.bmz.de/en/countries/georgia/political-situation-117748 https://www.chathamhouse.org/2024/05/kremlin-behind-georgias-foreign-agents-law https://www.gisreportsonline.com/r/test-georgian-democracy/ https://www.gmfus.org/news/georgia-caught-geopolitical-tug-war https://www.hrw.org/europe/central-asia/georgia https://www.hrw.org/news/2024/05/09/georgia-foreign-influence-bill-threatens-rights https://www.hrw.org/world-report/2021/country-chapters/georgia https://www.population-trends-asiapacific.org/data/GEO https://www.thoughtco.com/geography-of-georgia-1435539 https://www.worldometers.info/demographics/georgia-demographics/ Join us in person for intenton holding: https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/events-1 Labyrinth Activist Network Zoom calls https://insighttimer.com/cliverj Daily intention holding with Clive on Insight Timer. Our websites: www.heartfulimpact.com/ Our show website. https://globalhealingresponse.com/ Global Healing Response ~ Offers a wealth of prayers, suggested practices and prompts in response to environmental catastrophe, conflict, and other world events. https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/ Legacy Labyrinth Project ~ Creating global energetic connections through the labyrinth; inspiring active intention sending using the labyrinth via labyrinth activism. https://www.clivejohnsonministry.com/ Clive Johnson Ministry ~ Events and offerings aimed at building beloved community, including weekly energy holding vigils and Power of Eight group. https://insighttimer.com/cliverj ~ Daily intention holding. Impact! Is presented by Ellen Bintz and Clive Johnson. It is produced by Impact Productions. Our show content is hosted by Podbean and available from all major podcast platforms. Our theme music is by Chris Collins. indiemusicbox.com. Our logo artwork is by AltoClassic (Getty Images/istock). Contact us via Facebook Messenger from the Impact! Facebook group, or using any of the contact methods mentioned on our websites. Impact! www.heartfulimpact.com. | |||
| 29 Feb 2024 | News from Around the world this week–Topics for intention and intercession | 00:34:15 | |
Join us for a look at news stories from around the world this week, some of which may not be making the headlines where you are, as we consider where and how we might focus our intentions and prayers. Shared intention As the humanitarian crisis in Gaza endangers the lives of millions, let us redouble our focus on the peace talks in Qatar aimed at brokering a ceasefire in the Israel-Hamas war: We will that all attending the peace talks in Qatar will be moved by the humanitarian crisis threatening millions of people in Gaza. Please join us in holding this. Sources for news topics mentioned in this episode are: Preliminary findings of the 2022 Survey of Transgender Experience in the United States, National Center for Transgender Equality (NCTE): https://ustranssurvey.org/ https://indianexpress.com/article/india/tractor-trolley-falls-into-pond-in-up-kasganj-death-9178489/ https://www.unep.org/news-and-stories/story/unea-6-shines-spotlight-environmental-multilateralism https://www.spainenglish.com/2024/02/23/fire-engulfs-residential-high-rise-valencia/ https://www.dw.com/en/spain-fire-engulfs-high-rise-apartment-block-in-valencia/a-68346779 https://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/europe/valencia-el-campanar-fire-spain-b2502129.html https://www.africanews.com/2024/02/26/summit-in-kenya-to-address-environmental-crises/ https://apnews.com/video/australia-wildfires-australia-government-73a90b1bb8794315a77feb8c5f77e5da https://apnews.com/article/india-farm-tractor-accident-devotees-72913c7cc95dd4b3c25096484fb2ae48 https://www.npr.org/2024/02/17/1229867031/housing-shortage-zoning-reform-cities Join us in person for intention holding: https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/events-1 ~ Labyrinth Activist Network Zoom calls https://insighttimer.com/cliverj ~ Daily intention holding with Clive on Insight Timer. Our websites: http://heartfulimpact.com/ ~ Our show website. Global Healing Response ~ Offers a wealth of prayers, suggested practices and prompts in response to environmental catastrophe, conflict, and other world events. Legacy Labyrinth Project ~ Creating global energetic connections through the labyrinth; inspiring active intention sending using the labyrinth via labyrinth activism. Clive Johnson Ministry ~ Events and offerings aimed at building beloved community. Impact! Is presented by Ellen Bintz and Clive Johnson. It is produced by Impact Productions. Our show content is hosted by Podbean and available from all major podcast platforms. Our theme music is by Chris Collins. indiemusicbox.com. Our logo artwork is by AltoClassic (Getty Images/istock). Contact us via Facebook Messenger from the Impact! Facebook group, or using any of the contact methods mentioned on our websites. Impact! www.heartfulimpact.com | |||
| 10 Apr 2025 | GRIT: When you Walk Through a Storm in a Chaotic World (Global Healing Response) | 00:22:45 | |
As Global Healing Response turns its attention to a new aspect of this year's theme of authenticity, in this episode, we explore the topic of GRIT and its importance for staying true to ourselves in today's chaotic world. We consider understanding grit not just as determination, but a blend of passion, perseverance, and the courage to stay true to our core values despite the various challenges we may face. We explore how grit aligns with groundedness, guiding us to sustain our efforts, nurture our inner drive, and foster a stable sense of self and resilience. As always, we invite you to join us in holding intention, and suggest practices for cultivating grit, nurturing authenticity, and remaining steadfast amidst life's adversities. Intentions and prayers start at 17 minutes 11 seconds. Suggested Intention Focus for this week This week, as we enter a new quarter and focus for Global Healing Response, focusing on the theme of grit and its importance for remaining authentic, we suggest holding as our main intention: I will to endure and keep walking, not because my journey may always be simple, but because I know I am never alone. Please join us in holding this. Global Healing Response resources, 2025 Quarter 2 theme – Authenticity / Grit, https://globalhealingresponse.com/ghr-2025-q1-authenticity-groundedness-2/ Global Healing Response 2025 Theme introduction, Authenticity, https://www.heartfulimpact.com/e/embracing-authenticity-a-new-years-journey-to-true-change/ Listen to Ellen talk to Brother Dave Kenneally about how to persevere when bad things happen, https://www.heartfulimpact.com/e/how-to-be-mindful-when-bad-things-happen%e2%80%93brother-dave/ Chapter markers: 00:00:00 Introduction 00:01:39 Exploring the Nature of Grit 00:02:45 Defining Grit 00:08:38 Importance of Grit in Authenticity 00:12:52 Developing Perseverance 00:15:13 Embracing Grace in Challenges 00:17:11 Intentions and Prayers Sources referenced in this episode: Swedish research on authenticity and wellbeing: Vainio, M.M., Daukantaitė, D. Grit and Different Aspects of Well-Being: Direct and Indirect Relationships via Sense of Coherence and Authenticity. J Happiness Stud 17, 2119–2147 (2016). https://doi.org/10.1007/s10902-015-9688-7 https://www.stevenfulmer.com/grit-resilience-in-the-time-of-dysfunction/ https://www.newharbinger.com/blog/self-help/what-is-grit-and-why-is-it-important/ https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/good-bad-authentically-gritty-part-1-grit-caroline-miller-mapp/ https://dictionary.apa.org/grit https://www.canr.msu.edu/news/what_does_it_mean_to_have_grit https://www.creativitypost.com/article/grit_and_authenticity https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/perseverance-creativity-authenticity-jonathan-de-kryger--ylcre/ https://steverosephd.com/how-to-be-authentic/ https://www.altagracianyc.com/post/developing-authenticity-and-resilience-for-enduring-tough-times Join us in person for intention holding: https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/events-1 Labyrinth Activist Network Zoom calls https://insighttimer.com/cliverj Daily intention holding with Clive on Insight Timer. Our websites: www.heartfulimpact.com/ Our show website. https://globalhealingresponse.com/ Global Healing Response ~ Offers a wealth of prayers, suggested practices and prompts in response to environmental catastrophe, conflict, and other world events. https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/ Legacy Labyrinth Project ~ Creating global energetic connections through the labyrinth; inspiring active intention sending using the labyrinth via labyrinth activism. https://www.clivejohnsonministry.com/ Clive Johnson Ministry ~ Events and offerings aimed at building beloved community, including weekly energy holding vigils and Power of Eight group. https://insighttimer.com/cliverj ~ Daily intention holding. Impact! Is presented by Ellen Bintz and Clive Johnson. It is produced by Impact Productions. Our show content is hosted by Podbean and available from all major podcast platforms. Our theme music is by Chris Collins. indiemusicbox.com. Our logo artwork is by AltoClassic (Getty Images/istock). Contact us via Facebook Messenger from the Impact! Facebook group, or using any of the contact methods mentioned on our websites. Impact! www.heartfulimpact.com. | |||
| 13 Mar 2025 | Where Intention Meets Prayer: Part 2 | 00:35:36 | |
Continuing our exploration of the overlap, similarity or difference of intention and prayer (for part 1, find us where you get your podcasts or via the link below). In this episode, we consider whether seeing God (or Source, Spirit) as a power within us takes us any closer in our definition of intention holding. We touch on the question of where the utterance or vibration of an intention or prayer may originate from, ponder the relevance of yearning or desire in intercession and intention holding, and come back to exploring how our thoughts, volition, and feeling all come together in offering what we will to happen. Sit back or sit up (if you're driving!) and come exploring and questioning with us. Suggested Intention Focus for this week This week, as we’ve considered the nature of intention holding and prayer, we suggest holding as our main intention: I resolve when holding intention or offering prayer to have confidence [or faith] in the power accessible within myself or upon which I can call to direct my will for something to be. Please join us in holding this. Chapter markers: 00:00:00 Introduction 00:01:48 Deep Dive into Intention 00:04:12 The Power of Silence 00:06:40 Heart and Mind Connection 00:10:52 Exploring Intercession and Prayer 00:15:44 Divine Power Within Us 00:17:39 Co-Partnering in Prayer 00:20:27 Understanding Intention and Desire 00:29:53 Intercession vs. Intention 00:31:57 Suggested Focus for Intention Websites, events and organisations mentioned in this episode: Part 1 to our conversation can be heard at https://www.heartfulimpact.com/e/exploring-the-intersection-of-intention-and-prayer-a-deep-dive/ Register here to join a free online (Zoom) party to celebrate 20 years of Global Healing Response! https://legacylabyrinthproject.kindful.com/register/ghr-20th-anniversary-2025 Episode: Groundedness: Becoming and Staying Grounded – https://www.heartfulimpact.com/e/embracing-groundedness-for-spiritual-growth/ Episode: Global Healing Response: Embracing Authenticity – https://www.heartfulimpact.com/e/embracing-authenticity-a-new-years-journey-to-true-change/ Ellen talks about Heart-Brain coherence (YouTube video) – https://youtu.be/yYHZUKK6t1s?si=dB0HLDBOP09b59sp Information about Centering Prayer – https://graceupongrace.org.uk/guided-meditation-centring-prayer/ https://www.contemplative.org/contemplative-practice/centering-prayer/ https://cac.org/daily-meditations/the-method-2017-02-13/ HeartMath Instititute – https://www.heartmath.org/ Daniel Benor, research relating to spiritual healing – https://www.danielbenor.com/ The O Manuscript by Lars Muhl, Amazon.com link – https://www.amazon.com/Manuscript-Scandinavian-Bestseller-Lars-Muhl/dp/1780286724/ref=sr_1_1 The Intention Experiment: Using Your Thoughts to Change Your Life and the World by Lynne McTaggart, Amazon.com link – https://www.amazon.com/Intention-Experiment-Using-Thoughts-Change/dp/0743276965/ref=sr_1_1 The Field: The Quest for the Secret Force of the Universe by Lynne McTaggart, Amazon.com link – https://www.amazon.com/Field-Quest-Secret-Force-Universe/dp/006143518X/ref=sr_1_1 Sources referenced in this episode: “Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.” 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 - English Standard Version The reference cited of Jesus’s teaching in the Gospel of Thomas is from Saying 24, citing the Blatz translation of the New Testament Apocrypha. Deepak Chopra, cited at https://chopra.com/blogs/mind-body-health/5-steps-to-setting-powerful-intentions All quotes of Lynne McTaggart mentioned in this episode cite her book, The Intention Experiment: Using Your Thoughts to Change Your Life and the World Benor, D J, Healing Research: Holistic Energy medicine and spirituality, Volume 1, Helix Editions Ltd, 1993, pp 54-5 https://www.thinksmarterworld.com/wayne-dyer-and-the-power-of-intention/ ‘Does God answer Prayer? A Hindu Perspective,’ by Pandit Sri Rama Ramanuja Achari, https://www.srimatham.com/uploads/5/5/4/9/5549439/does_god_answer_prayer.pdf https://www.heartmath.com/science/ https://www.heartmath.org/research/science-of-the-heart/ https://www.facebook.com/Ligonier/videos/what-does-it-mean-to-be-in-christ/423492105462216/ Join us in person for intention holding: https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/events-1 Labyrinth Activist Network Zoom calls https://insighttimer.com/cliverj Daily intention holding with Clive on Insight Timer. Our websites: www.heartfulimpact.com/ Our show website. https://globalhealingresponse.com/ Global Healing Response ~ Offers a wealth of prayers, suggested practices and prompts in response to environmental catastrophe, conflict, and other world events. https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/ Legacy Labyrinth Project ~ Creating global energetic connections through the labyrinth; inspiring active intention sending using the labyrinth via labyrinth activism. https://www.clivejohnsonministry.com/ Clive Johnson Ministry ~ Events and offerings aimed at building beloved community, including weekly energy holding vigils and Power of Eight group. https://insighttimer.com/cliverj ~ Daily intention holding. Impact! Is presented by Ellen Bintz and Clive Johnson. It is produced by Impact Productions. Our show content is hosted by Podbean and available from all major podcast platforms. Our theme music is by Chris Collins. indiemusicbox.com. Our logo artwork is by AltoClassic (Getty Images/istock). Contact us via Facebook Messenger from the Impact! Facebook group, or using any of the contact methods mentioned on our websites. Impact! www.heartfulimpact.com.
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| 22 Aug 2024 | The Power of Collective Intention (Part 1): We're More Powerful Together | 00:32:47 | |
In this episode, we dive deep into the fundamental practice of holding or sending intention, a topic dear to all of us at Impact! We explore the belief that collective intention is more powerful than individual effort, and how our combined energy can lead to exponential impact. This is the first of a two parts series. In part 2, we'll delve into the science and research behind the power of collective intention. In this episode, we reflect upon the work of researchers like Lynn McTaggart, the HeartMath Institute, and the Institute of Noetic Sciences, among others, who have studied the transformative effects of group intention. We also touch on the significance of lovingkindness, altruism, and the spiritual insights from various faith traditions that support the power of collective effort. Suggested intention focus: Since we’ve focused very much on how we are more powerful together this week, we suggest holding as our intention for the coming week: We will, that all who share intentions in our Impact! community will feel more incentivised, engaged and excited by knowing that in holding shared intentions, we are more powerful together. Please join us in holding this. And please do join us in sharing your thoughts and questions on this topic in the Facebook group– let’s get some discussion going and sharing some ideas! Books and websites mentioned in this episode: ‘The Power of Eight: Harnessing the Miraculous Energies of a Small Group to Heal Others, Your Life, and the World,’ by Lynne McTaggart. Amazon.com: https://www.amazon.com/Power-Eight-Harnessing-Miraculous-Energies/dp/1501115553 ‘The Intention Experiment: Using Your Thoughts to Change Your Life and the World,’ by Lynne McTaggar. Amazon.com: https://www.amazon.com/Intention-Experiment-Using-Thoughts-Change/dp/0743276965/ Lynne McTaggart’s website: https://lynnemctaggart.com/ HeartMath Institute website: https://www.heartmath.org/ Institute of Noetic Sciences, IONS, website: https://noetic.org/ IONS Global Consciousness Project 2.0: https://noetic.org/research/global-consciousness-project-2/ ‘6 Reasons Why Corporate Prayer Is Powerful and Essential,’ by Becky Harling: https://www.crosswalk.com/faith/prayer/reasons-why-corporate-prayer-is-powerful-and-essential.html Chapter markers: 00:00:08 Introduction 00:01:01 Exploring Collective Intention 00:01:52 The Power of Small Groups 00:04:58 Research on Collective Intention 00:09:00 Evidence from HeartMath and IONS 00:12:20 Understanding Group Dynamics 00:15:05 The Role of Collective Prayer 00:18:22 Online Communities and Connection 00:20:04 Energetic Responsibility 00:22:30 Individual vs. Group Intentions 00:28:47 Conclusion: Power in Unity Join us in person for intenton holding: https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/events-1 Labyrinth Activist Network Zoom calls https://insighttimer.com/cliverj Daily intention holding with Clive on Insight Timer. Our websites: www.heartfulimpact.com/ Our show website. https://globalhealingresponse.com/ Global Healing Response ~ Offers a wealth of prayers, suggested practices and prompts in response to environmental catastrophe, conflict, and other world events. https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/ Legacy Labyrinth Project ~ Creating global energetic connections through the labyrinth; inspiring active intention sending using the labyrinth via labyrinth activism. https://www.clivejohnsonministry.com/ Clive Johnson Ministry ~ Events and offerings aimed at building beloved community, including weekly energy holding vigils and Power of Eight group. https://insighttimer.com/cliverj ~ Daily intention holding. Impact! Is presented by Ellen Bintz and Clive Johnson. It is produced by Impact Productions. Our show content is hosted by Podbean and available from all major podcast platforms. Our theme music is by Chris Collins. indiemusicbox.com. Our logo artwork is by AltoClassic (Getty Images/istock). Contact us via Facebook Messenger from the Impact! Facebook group, or using any of the contact methods mentioned on our websites. Impact! www.heartfulimpact.com. | |||
| 01 Feb 2024 | Global Healing Response in 2024 – Our Planet | 00:43:13 | |
This week, we take time to talk about the chosen theme for Global Healing Response this year – Our Planet. Ellen introduces the theme, and points out some of the many resources that are available to support intention holding and facilitated events through the Global Healing Response website. Websites, people and organizations mentioned in this episode: Global Healing Response Website https://globalhealingresponse.com/ Global Healing Response theme for this quarter, Our Planet, Water https://globalhealingresponse.com/ghr-2024-q1-ourplanet-water/ Global Healing Response guiding theme for 2024 = Our Planet. “The Earth is what we all have in common.” – Wendell Berry. World Water Day, 22 March 2024 https://www.un.org/en/observances/water-day Overview of the work of Dr Masaru Emoto on "The Hidden Messages in Water” https://mindfulremedies.co.uk/blogs/mindful/the-hidden-messages-of-water-dr-emoto Book: https://www.amazon.com/Hidden-Messages-Water-Masaru-Emoto/dp/0743289803/ref=sr_1_1 World Labyrinth Day 4 May 2024 https://www.worldlabyrinthday.org/ World Earth Day 22 April 2024 https://www.earthday.org/earth-day-2024/ Shared intention Taking one of the many aspects of Global Healing Response’s theme for this year, Our Planet, we might take inspiration from Roana Jones, who said, “When I look at our planet, I don’t see any borders. So, I see you as Citizen of Earth just like me, this is who we truly are.” Our suggested focus for this week is: We will that all human beings remember that we are all caretakers of the same planet, our Mother Earth. Please join us in holding this. Sources for news topics mentioned in this episode are: https://www.arabnews.com/node/2450471/middle-east https://www.pna.gov.ph/articles/1217777 https://apnews.com/article/abyei-south-sudan-violence-land-dispute-0506a1ac748d897dd9957616c79c63fd https://www.upi.com/Top_News/World-News/2024/01/25/Haiti-nuns-kidnapped-released/9831706206987/ https://www.upi.com/Top_News/World-News/2024/01/25/canada-NWT-plane-crash-six-dead/9841706150694/ https://www.enn.com/articles/74009-natural-hydrogen-a-potential-clean-energy-source-beneath-our-feet https://e360.yale.edu/features/natural-geologic-hydrogen-climate-change https://www.ft.com/content/1e24b6c9-d32e-4721-9552-5ccaaab7c397 Join us in person for intenton holding: https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/events-1 ~ Labyrinth Activist Network Zoom calls https://insighttimer.com/cliverj ~ Daily intention holding with Clive on Insight Timer. Our websites: http://heartfulimpact.com/ ~ Our show website. Global Healing Response ~ Offers a wealth of prayers, suggested practices and prompts in response to environmental catastrophe, conflict, and other world events. Legacy Labyrinth Project ~ Creating global energetic connections through the labyrinth; inspiring active intention sending using the labyrinth via labyrinth activism. Clive Johnson Ministry ~ Events and offerings aimed at building beloved community. Impact! Is presented by Ellen Bintz and Clive Johnson. It is produced by Impact Productions. Our show content is hosted by Podbean and available from all major podcast platforms. Our theme music is by Chris Collins. indiemusicbox.com. Our logo artwork is by AltoClassic (Getty Images/istock). Contact us via Facebook Messenger from the Impact! Facebook group, or using any of the contact methods mentioned on our websites. Impact! www.heartfulimpact.com | |||
| 09 Dec 2024 | Emergency Episode: Where to Focus our Prayers and Intentions for Syria | 00:14:03 | |
The weekend’s events in Syria that saw the fall of the decades-long regime of Bashar al-Assad unfolded at lightning speed. The fall of Damascus has been well reported, and analysis of the geopolitical consequences and projections of what may happen now are equally receiving much air time. However, in this brief special episode, our purpose is to get straight to the point of what many of us will be pondering – where might we very specifically direct our intentions and prayers? Dive with us straight in. Suggested Intention Focus for this week Among many that we might choose in the wake of the fall of the Assad regime in Syria, we suggest this week holding as our main intention : We will wisdom for the new controlling forces and caretaker prime minister in Syria to quickly determine a course for their country that will restore peaceable civil order and that does not discriminate against any minority group. Please join us in holding this. Sources referenced in this episode: Prayers offered online by various religious organisations: https://ctbi.org.uk/a-prayer-for-syria/ https://www.usccb.org/prayers/prayer-people-syria https://cafod.org.uk/pray/prayer-resources/syria-intercessions Chapter markers: 00:00:21 Introduction 00:01:52 Celebrating Freedom and Resilience 00:05:16 The Call for Peace and Stability 00:09:36 Addressing Poverty and Aid Needs in Syria 00:11:31 Healing Trauma and Hope for Children 00:12:29 Focussing Intention for Syria Join us in person for intention holding: https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/events-1 Labyrinth Activist Network Zoom calls https://insighttimer.com/cliverj Daily intention holding with Clive on Insight Timer. Our websites: www.heartfulimpact.com/ Our show website. https://globalhealingresponse.com/ Global Healing Response ~ Offers a wealth of prayers, suggested practices and prompts in response to environmental catastrophe, conflict, and other world events. https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/ Legacy Labyrinth Project ~ Creating global energetic connections through the labyrinth; inspiring active intention sending using the labyrinth via labyrinth activism. https://www.clivejohnsonministry.com/ Clive Johnson Ministry ~ Events and offerings aimed at building beloved community, including weekly energy holding vigils and Power of Eight group. https://insighttimer.com/cliverj ~ Daily intention holding. Impact! Is presented by Ellen Bintz and Clive Johnson. It is produced by Impact Productions. Our show content is hosted by Podbean and available from all major podcast platforms. Our theme music is by Chris Collins. indiemusicbox.com. Our logo artwork is by AltoClassic (Getty Images/istock). Contact us via Facebook Messenger from the Impact! Facebook group, or using any of the contact methods mentioned on our websites. Impact! www.heartfulimpact.com. | |||
| 03 Apr 2025 | Myanmar's Earthquake: Intentions and Prayers for Healing and Hope | 00:17:25 | |
Join hosts Ellen Bintz and Clive Johnson as they attempt to build a picture of the aftermath of the devastating 7.7 magnitude earthquake that recently struck Myanmar, causing widespread destruction and despair. With over 2,700 confirmed dead and thousands more injured, this episode sheds light on the immense challenges facing rescue teams amidst ongoing civil conflict and infrastructural collapse. Reflecting on the broader impacts, we focus on the power of collective intention, meditation, and prayers in supporting those affected, looking at specific areas where our focus is needed both immediately and for the longer term. Suggested Intention Focus for this week This week, as Myanmar comes to terms with one of Asia’s most devastating earthquakes in a century, we suggest holding as our main intention: We will that all involved in coordinating the recovery effort in Myanmar following last Friday’s earthquake will have wisdom to know where to direct their attention and resources to maximise protection of human life. Please join us in holding this. Prayers and intentions start at 12 minutes 38 seconds. Listen to our previous episode, ‘Myanmar's Struggle: Ethnic Conflicts and Humanitarian Crisis’, at https://www.heartfulimpact.com/e/myanmars-struggle-ethnic-conflicts-and-humanitarian-crisis/ Sources referenced in this episode: https://www.ifaw.org/uk/news/myanmar-thailand-earthquake-2025 https://www.redcross.org.uk/stories/disasters-and-emergencies/world/myanmar-thailand-earthquake-2025 https://apnews.com/article/myanmar-thailand-earthquake-c4ccdcd3ff2e38c54046274ee039cbf7 https://www.sciencemediacentre.org/expert-reaction-to-myanmar-earthquake/ https://www.unicef.org.au/stories/myanmar-earthquake-the-real-impact-on-children https://disasterphilanthropy.org/disasters/2025-myanmar-and-thailand-earthquake/ https://www.redcross.org.uk/stories/disasters-and-emergencies/world/myanmar-thailand-earthquake-2025 https://www.rescue.org/press-release/myanmar-earthquake-irc-teams-report-unprecedented-destruction https://www.upi.com/Top_News/World-News/2025/03/29/Myanmar-earthquake-death-toll/5401743253932/ https://wmo.int/media/news/focus-critical-infrastructure-mawlamyine-myanmar Chapter markers: 00:00:00 Introduction 00:01:01 The Earthquake in Myanmar 00:04:53 The Plight of Affected Animals 00:05:09 Challenges Facing Rescue Teams 00:08:36 Long-Term Consequences of the Disaster 00:12:38 Holding Intentions for Healing Join us in person for intention holding: https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/events-1 Labyrinth Activist Network Zoom calls https://insighttimer.com/cliverj Daily intention holding with Clive on Insight Timer. Our websites: www.heartfulimpact.com/ Our show website. https://globalhealingresponse.com/ Global Healing Response ~ Offers a wealth of prayers, suggested practices and prompts in response to environmental catastrophe, conflict, and other world events. https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/ Legacy Labyrinth Project ~ Creating global energetic connections through the labyrinth; inspiring active intention sending using the labyrinth via labyrinth activism. https://www.clivejohnsonministry.com/ Clive Johnson Ministry ~ Events and offerings aimed at building beloved community, including weekly energy holding vigils and Power of Eight group. https://insighttimer.com/cliverj ~ Daily intention holding. Impact! Is presented by Ellen Bintz and Clive Johnson. It is produced by Impact Productions. Our show content is hosted by Podbean and available from all major podcast platforms. Our theme music is by Chris Collins. indiemusicbox.com. Our logo artwork is by AltoClassic (Getty Images/istock). Contact us via Facebook Messenger from the Impact! Facebook group, or using any of the contact methods mentioned on our websites. Impact! www.heartfulimpact.com. | |||
| 17 Oct 2024 | Hurricanes Helene and Milton: Collective Healing and Long-Term Impacts | 00:24:56 | |
In this episode we reflect upon the aftermath of the recent major hurricanes that have wreaked havoc across the southeastern United States during recent weeks, Hurricanes Helene and Milton. We examine the devastation caused by these powerful storms and explore where our collective intentions, prayers, and meditation may be focused. We consider both the immediate and often unseen and often forgotten longer-term impacts of these hurricanes, including economic losses, environmental contamination, and the ongoing challenges faced by vulnerable communities. We also highlight the extraordinary response efforts by local and federal agencies, and the importance of continued support and wisdom in rebuilding and recovery. Learn how you can participate in a Global Healing Response to the hurricanes on October 26th, and join us in holding intentions for those affected by these storms. GLOBAL HEALING RESPONSE for the September/October Hurricanes in the South Eastern United States: https://globalhealingresponse.com/response-2024-octoberhurricane/ (includes suggested resources to support intention holding). PLEASE JOIN WITH OTHERS WORLDWIDE IN HOLDING THE RESPONSE ON SATURDAY 26 OCTOBER AT NOON IN YOUR TIME ZONE. Suggested intention focus for this week: This week, in the very early days following the passage of both Hurricane Milton and Hurricane Helene, we suggest sharing with Global Healing Response in holding as our main intention: We will that every possible resource and assistance is immediately available to those in need from the results of the storms in the South Eastern United States. Please join us in holding this. Chapter markers: 00:00:16 Introduction 00:05:47 Aftermath of Hurricane Milton 00:09:49 Misinformation and its Consequences 00:11:15 Long-Term Impacts of Hurricanes 00:15:06 Needs for Assistance Post-Hurricanes 00:22:15 Intentions Sources referenced in this episode: https://www.flgov.com/2024/10/11/governor-ron-desantis-issues-updates-on-state-response-and-recovery-efforts-for-hurricane-milton-2/ (State of Florida official release: provides detail on post-storm response and lists help resources for anyone affected) https://edition.cnn.com/weather/live-news/hurricane-milton-path-florida-10-10-24/index.html https://recovery.texas.gov/preparedness/hurricane-preparedness/index.html https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c981q381p58o https://www.cbsnews.com/video/recovery-efforts-underway-in-aftermath-of-hurricane-milton/ https://www.nytimes.com/2024/10/07/us/hurricane-helene-school-closures-education.html https://www.nationalgeographic.com/environment/article/hurricane-storms-death-toll-counts https://www.nytimes.com/2024/10/10/business/media/hurricane-milton-helene-conspiracy-theories.html https://www.redcross.org/get-help/how-to-prepare-for-emergencies/types-of-emergencies/hurricane.html https://www.rms.com/miltonblog https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2024/oct/11/florida-in-hurricane-milton-damage https://www.weather.gov/hgx/tropical_scale https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/ https://www.science.org/doi/10.1126/sciadv.adg6633 https://www.nature.com/articles/s41586-024-07945-5 https://www.c2es.org/content/hurricanes-and-climate-change/ https://www.gfdl.noaa.gov/global-warming-and-hurricanes/ https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2024/oct/06/helene-damaged-infrastructure-health-effects Join us in person for intenton holding: https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/events-1 Labyrinth Activist Network Zoom calls https://insighttimer.com/cliverj Daily intention holding with Clive on Insight Timer. Our websites: www.heartfulimpact.com/ Our show website. https://globalhealingresponse.com/ Global Healing Response ~ Offers a wealth of prayers, suggested practices and prompts in response to environmental catastrophe, conflict, and other world events. https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/ Legacy Labyrinth Project ~ Creating global energetic connections through the labyrinth; inspiring active intention sending using the labyrinth via labyrinth activism. https://www.clivejohnsonministry.com/ Clive Johnson Ministry ~ Events and offerings aimed at building beloved community, including weekly energy holding vigils and Power of Eight group. https://insighttimer.com/cliverj ~ Daily intention holding. Impact! Is presented by Ellen Bintz and Clive Johnson. It is produced by Impact Productions. Our show content is hosted by Podbean and available from all major podcast platforms. Our theme music is by Chris Collins. indiemusicbox.com. Our logo artwork is by AltoClassic (Getty Images/istock). Contact us via Facebook Messenger from the Impact! Facebook group, or using any of the contact methods mentioned on our websites. Impact! www.heartfulimpact.com. | |||
| 30 May 2024 | Myanmar's Struggle: Ethnic Conflicts and Humanitarian Crisis | 00:25:31 | |
In today's episode, we take a deep dive into the escalating violence in Myanmar, particularly focusing on the persecution of ethnic minorities, including the Rohingya. With over three million people displaced due to conflict, we explore the historical and current context of Myanmar's turmoil and the long-standing ethnic conflicts that continue to ravage the nation to see where we might focus our prayers and intentions. We cover the geographical and historical background of Myanmar, the roots of its civil war, and the ongoing humanitarian crisis. We also discuss the plight of the Rohingya, described by UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres as one of the most discriminated groups in the world. We highlight the challenges faced by other ethnic minorities and the complexities of their struggles against the ruling military junta. As the UN reports a surge in violence and displacement, we focus our prayers and intentions on the wisdom needed by international actors and the newly appointed UN Special Envoy on Myanmar, Julie Bishop, to navigate a path towards peace. Join us in holding intentions for the people of Myanmar and the international efforts to bring about lasting change. Following this episode, we will be taking a two-week break, but we'll return in mid-June with more insights and updates. Stay tuned and stay connected with us through our Facebook group and live intention holding sessions. Thank you for listening and for being part of our collective impact. Suggested main focus for intention this week: As UN Special Envoy on Myanmar Julie Bishop begins her term, we might bring our main focus for this week to the challenging role she faces in seeking a path to peace: We will that UN Special Envoy on Myanmar Julie Bishop and all international actors who may have influence over Myanmar’s military junta leadership and warring ethnic groups, will have wisdom to know how to pursue a path towards peace in that country. Please join us in holding this. Chapter markers: 00:00:11 Initiating Change in the World 00:01:49 Understanding Myanmar’s Geography 00:03:00 Historical Roots of Conflict 00:04:22 Military Control in Myanmar 00:06:01 Ethnic Equality Struggles 00:07:50 Plight of the Rohingya 00:12:00 Other Persecuted Ethnic Minorities 00:13:47 Escalating Conflict in Rakhine 00:15:35 Deepening Humanitarian Crisis 00:17:23 Past Peace Process Failures 00:19:44 UN Special Envoy’s Daunting Task 00:21:04 Focus on Seeking Peace 00:21:54 Suggested Focus for Intention
Sources referenced in this episode: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-60144957https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-41566561 https://www.cfr.org/backgrounder/rohingya-crisis https://www.unrefugees.org/news/rohingya-refugee-crisis-explained/ https://civil-protection-humanitarian-aid.ec.europa.eu/news-stories/stories/5-things-you-need-know-about-myanmars-humanitarian-crisis_en https://www.cfr.org/backgrounder/myanmar-history-coup-military-rule-ethnic-conflict-rohingya https://www.tni.org/en/article/crisis-in-the-pa-o-region https://www.hrw.org/world-report/2024/country-chapters/myanmar https://www.hrw.org/news/2022/08/24/myanmar-no-justice-no-freedom-rohingya-5-years https://www.usip.org/publications/2024/02/three-years-after-coup-myanmars-generals-face-existential-crisis https://www.cfr.org/global-conflict-tracker/conflict/rohingya-crisis-myanmar https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/5/8/bleak-milestone-un-says-3-million-forced-to-flee-in-myanmar-conflict https://myanmarcampaignnetwork.org/situation-update/ https://news.un.org/en/story/2024/05/1149991 https://reliefweb.int/report/myanmar/human-rights-situation-weekly-update-may-15-21-2024-enmy https://www.irrawaddy.com/opinion/guest-column/8-%C2%BD-lessons-for-future-peace-in-myanmar.html https://www.9dashline.com/article/2023-myanmars-prospects-for-peace https://eastasiaforum.org/2024/05/20/can-the-new-un-envoy-avoid-past-mediation-failures-in-myanmar/ Join us in person for intenton holding: https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/events-1 Labyrinth Activist Network Zoom calls https://insighttimer.com/cliverj Daily intention holding with Clive on Insight Timer. Our websites: www.heartfulimpact.com/ Our show website. https://globalhealingresponse.com/ Global Healing Response ~ Offers a wealth of prayers, suggested practices and prompts in response to environmental catastrophe, conflict, and other world events. https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/ Legacy Labyrinth Project ~ Creating global energetic connections through the labyrinth; inspiring active intention sending using the labyrinth via labyrinth activism. https://www.clivejohnsonministry.com/ Clive Johnson Ministry ~ Events and offerings aimed at building beloved community, including weekly energy holding vigils and Power of Eight group. https://insighttimer.com/cliverj ~ Daily intention holding. Impact! Is presented by Ellen Bintz and Clive Johnson. It is produced by Impact Productions. Our show content is hosted by Podbean and available from all major podcast platforms. Our theme music is by Chris Collins. indiemusicbox.com. Our logo artwork is by AltoClassic (Getty Images/istock). Contact us via Facebook Messenger from the Impact! Facebook group, or using any of the contact methods mentioned on our websites. Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts, and please leave us a review. We're dedicated to people of any faith tradition or none who yearn for healing in our troubled world. Please pass on the word so others may join us in making an impact. Impact! www.heartfulimpact.com. | |||
| 01 Apr 2025 | Welcoming Silence with Andō (Part 1) | 00:31:26 | |
Many of us who are regular intercessors, meditators and intention holders instinctively know the importance of silence for this work. However, probably few of us may really appreciate just how critical silence is, nor have a sense of its power and true nature, even if we know that to rest in the space of silence goes far beyond simply stilling ourselves and detaching from the busyness of what goes on outside. Few people may have such a clear understanding of what silence as our beautiful guest today, Andō, who is a living testament of a life dedicated to its mystery and healing power. Her remarkable life is one of full commitment to trusting in divine provision, spending many years living in retreat in Portugal, where her understanding of the nature of silence and connection with nature was truly experiential. She previously spent time living in a Buddhist community, and continues to draw much inspiration from both Zen and Tibetan Buddhist traditions, along with Advaita Vedanta, Christian mysticism, nondenominational Christianity and contemporary non-duality, among others. Overcoming a significant and long-lasting health shock, Andō recently returned to the UK, now living in Cornwall. Both online and in person, she offers a deeply inspiring mix of retreats, personal consultations, and other opportunities to explore the nature of silence, along with a deeply inspiring blog and acting as a spiritual director for nondenominational spiritual seekers, teachers, pastors, and priests of various faiths. This is part 1 of a 2 part conversation. You can subscribe to Silentium, a journal on themes of interior silence — of meditation, contemplation, silent prayer, stillness, and quiet moments, for all faiths. Shared from a tiny hermitage in Cornwall, England by writer, spiritual director, and retreat facilitator Andō. Find and subscribe to Silentium at http://silentium.substack.com/welcome. Discover more about Andō and her offerings: Website | http://ando.life Spiritual direction & contemplative coaching | http://ando.life/sessions The Silence | http://ando.life/thesilence Retreats & events | http://ando.life/events Silentium | http://silentium.substack.com Instagram | http://instagram.com/andomcdonnell Facebook | http://facebook.com/andomcdonnell Sources, books and websites mentioned in this episode: OneSpirit Interfaith Foundation https://www.interfaithfoundation.org/ Into the Silent Land by Martin Laird amazon.com link: https://www.amazon.com/Into-Silent-Land-Christian-Contemplation/dp/0195307607/ref=sr_1_1 God just is: Approaches to silent worship by Curt Gardner amazon.com link: https://www.amazon.com/God-just-Approaches-silent-worship-ebook/dp/B007MCOA00/ref=sr_1_1 Just This: Prompts And Practices For Contemplation by Richard Rohr amazon.com link: https://www.amazon.com/Just-This-prompts-practices-contemplation/dp/0281079919/ref=sr_1_1 Living Buddha, Living Christ by Thich Nhat Hanh amazon.com link: https://www.amazon.com/Living-Buddha-Christ-20th-Anniversary/dp/159448239X/ref=sr_1_1 Join us in person for intention holding: https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/events-1 Labyrinth Activist Network Zoom calls https://insighttimer.com/cliverj Daily intention holding with Clive on Insight Timer. Our websites: www.heartfulimpact.com/ Our show website. https://globalhealingresponse.com/ Global Healing Response ~ Offers a wealth of prayers, suggested practices and prompts in response to environmental catastrophe, conflict, and other world events. https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/ Legacy Labyrinth Project ~ Creating global energetic connections through the labyrinth; inspiring active intention sending using the labyrinth via labyrinth activism. https://www.clivejohnsonministry.com/ Clive Johnson Ministry ~ Events and offerings aimed at building beloved community, including weekly energy holding vigils and Power of Eight group. https://insighttimer.com/cliverj ~ Daily intention holding. Impact! Is presented by Ellen Bintz and Clive Johnson. It is produced by Impact Productions. Our show content is hosted by Podbean and available from all major podcast platforms. Our theme music is by Chris Collins. indiemusicbox.com. Our logo artwork is by AltoClassic (Getty Images/istock). Contact us via Facebook Messenger from the Impact! Facebook group, or using any of the contact methods mentioned on our websites. Impact! www.heartfulimpact.com.
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| 27 Mar 2025 | Discovering the Art of Forest Bathing: A Path to Inner Peace with Tammy Minuti | 00:28:49 | |
This week, Ellen speaks to Tammy Minuti, who regularly guides folks in the lesser-known practice of forest bathing, or Shinrin Yoku, highlighting its potential for enhancing well-being and for connecting with the silent voice of Nature. Tammy shares insights from her journey as a certified guide, providing guidance on how to immerse yourself in nature's therapeutic embrace. Discover how a slow, meditative walk through the forest can reduce stress, lower blood pressure, and reconnect us with the natural world in a profound way. Learn about Tammy's personal experiences and the unique moments she has witnessed while guiding diverse groups in this inspiring and enriching practice. Suggested intention focus for this week Hearing the wisdom of the indigenous teacher Tammy speaks to, for our suggested intention focus this week, let us remember that we are all ancestors in the making and will to be mindful of our responsibility for future generations, and for the healthy and vibrant future of all Nature. Please join us in holding this. Tammy’s website: tammyminuti.com Upcoming public Forest Bathing walks include: April: Wild Week at The Retreat House - Richardson, TX https://www.retreathousecommunity.org/calendar May: Wellness weekend in Calumet, MI, Expedition Inn https://www.expeditioninn.com/ June and October: Healing Garden - St. Charles, IL https://www.healinggardensatstonehillfarm.com/ More walks will be posted on Tammy’s website, tammyminuti.com Mentioned in this episode: Association of Nature and Forest Therapy (ANFT) https://anft.earth/ The Forest Bathing Institute https://tfb.institute/ The Morton Arboretum, Lisle, IL https://mortonarb.org/ The Healing Gardens at Stone Hill Farm, Saint Charles, IL https://www.healinggardensatstonehillfarm.com/ Chicago Botanic Garden https://www.chicagobotanic.org/ Southern Methodist University, Dallas, TX https://www.smu.edu/perkins/publicprograms/certificate-in-spiritual-direction/certificate-in-spiritual-direction HeartMath Institute Tree Interconnectivity research, https://www.heartmath.org/resources/videos/interconnectivity-tree-research-project/ HeartMath Institute Tree Rhythm Research, https://treerhythms.net/ The Light Eaters: How the Unseen World of Plant Intelligence Offers a New Understanding of Life on Earth, by Zoë Schlanger Amazon.com link: https://www.amazon.com/Light-Eaters-Unseen-Intelligence-Understanding/dp/0063073854/ref=sr_1_1 Your Guide to Forest Bathing (Expanded Edition): Experience the Healing Power of Nature, by M. Amos Clifford Amazon.com link: https://www.amazon.com/Your-Guide-Forest-Bathing-Expanded/dp/1590035135/ref=sr_1_1 Healing Trees: A Pocket Guide to Forest Bathing, by Ben Page Amazon.com link: https://www.amazon.com/Healing-Trees-Pocket-Forest-Bathing/dp/1647224187/ref=sr_1_1 Global Healing Response Theme for Quarter 1 2025: Authenticity / Groundedness: https://globalhealingresponse.com/ghr-2025-q1-authenticity-groundedness/ Chapter markers: 00:00:00 Introduction 00:01:43 Understanding Forest Bathing 00:07:09 The Benefits of Nature 00:09:24 Connection to the Land 00:15:14 Becoming a Forest Bathing Guide 00:18:18 Tammy’s Personal Journey into Forest Bathing 00:21:42 Stories from the Walks 00:25:52 Getting to Know Tammy 00:27:41 Closing Thoughts Join us in person for intention holding: https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/events-1 Labyrinth Activist Network Zoom calls https://insighttimer.com/cliverj Daily intention holding with Clive on Insight Timer. Our websites: www.heartfulimpact.com/ Our show website. https://globalhealingresponse.com/ Global Healing Response ~ Offers a wealth of prayers, suggested practices and prompts in response to environmental catastrophe, conflict, and other world events. https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/ Legacy Labyrinth Project ~ Creating global energetic connections through the labyrinth; inspiring active intention sending using the labyrinth via labyrinth activism. https://www.clivejohnsonministry.com/ Clive Johnson Ministry ~ Events and offerings aimed at building beloved community, including weekly energy holding vigils and Power of Eight group. https://insighttimer.com/cliverj ~ Daily intention holding. Impact! Is presented by Ellen Bintz and Clive Johnson. It is produced by Impact Productions. Our show content is hosted by Podbean and available from all major podcast platforms. Our theme music is by Chris Collins. indiemusicbox.com. Our logo artwork is by AltoClassic (Getty Images/istock). Contact us via Facebook Messenger from the Impact! Facebook group, or using any of the contact methods mentioned on our websites. Impact! www.heartfulimpact.com. | |||
| 27 Feb 2025 | Unearthing Earth's Carbon Guardians: Peatlands | 00:19:26 | |
In this episode, we dive deep into the often overlooked yet crucial role that peatlands play in the health of our planet. We explore the ecological significance of these unique wetland ecosystems that store twice as much carbon as all the forests worldwide. We discover how peatlands contribute to climate regulation, biodiversity conservation, and water management, and learn about the pressing threats they face due to human activities. As always, we invite you to join us for prayer and and intention holding, focusing our collective energy on fostering a global response to protect and conserve peatlands. Listen in and become part of the movement to make a real impact on our planet’s future. Our intention holding and prayers start at 14 minutes 38 seconds. Suggested Intention Focus for this week This week, as we consider the vital role played by peatlands in mitigating greenhouse emissions, maintaining biodiversity and healthy natural drainage, we suggest holding as our main intention: We will that those who have influence among all member states of the United Nations will be moved to respond assertively, effectively and immediately to the call of UN Environment for urgent co-ordinated action to protect and conserve peatlands worldwide. Please join us in holding this. Websites and episodes referenced in this episode: Global Healing Response quarter theme, Groundedness. Download resources at https://globalhealingresponse.com/ghr-2025-q1-authenticity-groundedness/ Our recent episode, ‘Groundedness: Becoming and Staying Grounded’ https://www.heartfulimpact.com/e/embracing-groundedness-for-spiritual-growth/ Chapter markers: 00:00:00 Introduction 00:14:43 Holding Intentions 00:02:03 Why Peatlands Matter 00:07:47 Threats to Peatlands 00:10:16 Restoration Efforts 00:14:38 Intention holding and prayers Sources referenced in this episode: https://climate.ec.europa.eu/climate-change/causes-climate-change_en https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/environmental-science/articles/10.3389/fenvs.20.749279/full https://dnr.illinois.gov/education/cdhabitatmain/cdhabitatpeatland.html https://www.unep.org/news-and-stories/story/protecting-peatlands-protecting-planet https://www.unep.org/resources/global-peatlands-assessment-2022 https://www.bgs.ac.uk/discovering-geology/climate-change/how-does-the-greenhouse-effect-work/ https://www.forestresearch.gov.uk/research/peatland-ecosystem-services/ https://peatlands.org/peatlands/ecosystem-services/ https://peatlands.org/peatlands/where-can-peatlands-be-found/ https://www.hiveenergy.co.uk/2024/05/28/how-carbon-sequestration-can-mitigate-climate-change/ https://www.iucn-uk-peatlandprogramme.org/about-peatlands/peatland-benefits https://valuing-nature.net/valuing-peatlands https://www.nature.com/articles/s43247-022-00547-x https://www.carbonbrief.org/just-17-of-worlds-peatlands-are-protected-new-study-warns/ https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC6828836/ https://www.unep.org/news-and-stories/story/peatlands-store-twice-much-carbon-all-worlds-forests https://www.unep.org/news-and-stories/story/human-health-benefits-conserving-and-restoring-peatlands https://www.nature.scot/doc/peatland-action-technical-compendium https://peatlands.org/peatlands/peatland-restoration/ https://www.forestresearch.gov.uk/news/new-techniques-for-peatland-restoration/ Join us in person for intention holding: https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/events-1 Labyrinth Activist Network Zoom calls https://insighttimer.com/cliverj Daily intention holding with Clive on Insight Timer. Our websites: www.heartfulimpact.com/ Our show website. https://globalhealingresponse.com/ Global Healing Response ~ Offers a wealth of prayers, suggested practices and prompts in response to environmental catastrophe, conflict, and other world events. https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/ Legacy Labyrinth Project ~ Creating global energetic connections through the labyrinth; inspiring active intention sending using the labyrinth via labyrinth activism. https://www.clivejohnsonministry.com/ Clive Johnson Ministry ~ Events and offerings aimed at building beloved community, including weekly energy holding vigils and Power of Eight group. https://insighttimer.com/cliverj ~ Daily intention holding. Impact! Is presented by Ellen Bintz and Clive Johnson. It is produced by Impact Productions. Our show content is hosted by Podbean and available from all major podcast platforms. Our theme music is by Chris Collins. indiemusicbox.com. Our logo artwork is by AltoClassic (Getty Images/istock). Contact us via Facebook Messenger from the Impact! Facebook group, or using any of the contact methods mentioned on our websites. Impact! www.heartfulimpact.com. | |||
| 11 Jul 2024 | Scorching Reality: Confronting Extreme Heat in the U.S. | 00:25:43 | |
This week we dive deep into the causes, impacts and implications of the extreme heatwave currently gripping the United States. We explore the devastating effects of record-breaking temperatures being felt across the country, with over 100 million people been placed under heat alerts. We learn about the causes, such as the creation of heat domes and urban heat islands, and the impacts on health, infrastructure, and daily life. In turning our attention to where our prayers and intentions may be most needed, we explore the urgent need for both short-term precautions and long-term adaptation strategies, emphasizing the importance of collaborative action from governments, healthcare providers, and communities . Join us in holding intentions for a committed and urgent response to this pressing issue. Together, we are more powerful to have impact. Suggested intention focus: Given how crucial it is for all to recognize that adaptation to heat is an ongoing process that requires continuous assessment, improvement, and collaboration across various sectors and levels of government, not to mention within communities and at an individual level, we suggest holding as our main focus for intention this week: We will that the need for a committed, collaborative and urgent long term response to the effects of rising temperatures will be deeply acknowledged by and prompt immediate concerted action among all US local, state and federal government administrations, healthcare providers, employers and community leaders. Please join us in holding this. Websites mentioned in this episode: https://globalhealingresponse.com/ Global Healing Response website https://globalhealingresponse.com/ghr-2024-q3-ourplanet-fire/ Global Healing Response theme for Quarter 3 2024: Fire. Resources, prayers, meditations and more to support reflections, spiritual practices and facilitator events relating to this element. Chapter markers: 00:00:04 Introduction 00:03:15 Focusing on Excessive Temperatures 00:08:11 Impacts of Extreme Heat in Arizona 00:08:32 Causes of Extreme Temperatures 00:13:26 Impact on Water Cycle 00:17:25 Urgency for Longer-Term Responses 00:22:59 Urgent Action for Combatting Heat Effects Sources mentioned in this episode: https://www.nytimes.com/2024/07/01/weather/heat-wave-california.html https://www.climatecentral.org/climate-matters/july-warming-global-temperature https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-58073295 https://www.climate.gov/news-features/understanding-climate/us-climate-outlook-july-2024 https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/article/2024/may/27/extreme-heat-health-risk https://eri.iu.edu/erit/strategies/public-health-extreme-heat.html https://www.c2es.org/2022/07/targeted-policies-to-address-extreme-heat-in-the-united-states/ https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/climate-change-heat-and-health https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3290979/ https://www.heat.gov/pages/who-is-at-risk-to-extreme-heat https://www.c2es.org/content/heat-waves-and-climate-change/ https://www.epa.gov/climate-indicators/climate-change-indicators-heat-waves Join us in person for intenton holding: https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/events-1 Labyrinth Activist Network Zoom calls https://insighttimer.com/cliverj Daily intention holding with Clive on Insight Timer. Our websites: www.heartfulimpact.com/ Our show website. https://globalhealingresponse.com/ Global Healing Response ~ Offers a wealth of prayers, suggested practices and prompts in response to environmental catastrophe, conflict, and other world events. https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/ Legacy Labyrinth Project ~ Creating global energetic connections through the labyrinth; inspiring active intention sending using the labyrinth via labyrinth activism. https://www.clivejohnsonministry.com/ Clive Johnson Ministry ~ Events and offerings aimed at building beloved community, including weekly energy holding vigils and Power of Eight group. https://insighttimer.com/cliverj ~ Daily intention holding. Impact! Is presented by Ellen Bintz and Clive Johnson. It is produced by Impact Productions. Our show content is hosted by Podbean and available from all major podcast platforms. Our theme music is by Chris Collins. indiemusicbox.com. Our logo artwork is by AltoClassic (Getty Images/istock). Contact us via Facebook Messenger from the Impact! Facebook group, or using any of the contact methods mentioned on our websites. Impact! www.heartfulimpact.com.
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| 11 May 2024 | The Power of the Priestesses (Part 2)–Earth Healing and Light Holding with Sabine Engelhardt | 00:37:23 | |
In the second part of her conversation with Clive, Earth healer and retreat founder Sabine Engelhardt describes how going off grid involves getting away from romantic ideas about nature. While there's great value just being with nature, we need to get our hands dirty for our intuition to be fully reawakened. Sabine shares her fear that humanity is ill-prepared humanity for changes that are approaching, and calls for a return to simpler ways of living and honing our practical skills to face up to this. While we can’t predict timeframes for this change, we reflect on some wake-up calls that suggest that it may come much sooner than many may anticipate, and bring about a need for a radical resetting of the collective consciousness and grounding ourselves. Yet, in the spirit of free will intention, we may have considerable leeway in determining the nature of this new existence. We can energetically hold and channel the qualities we wish to see in the societies that emerge. And so it is that the work of the three crones from pre-history that first drew Sabine to Croatia remains as important today as it’s ever been. Websites, people and organizations mentioned in this episode: Gea Viva, Sabine’s website, giving information about her work and the Gea Viva retreat https://www.geaviva.net/ Retreats and courses at Gea Viva https://www.geaviva.net/retreats-courses Sign up to Sabine’s newsletter on the home page of the Gea Viva website (sign-up form is near the bottom of the page): https://www.geaviva.net/ Watch a HRT (Croatian television) documentary about Gea Viva and Sabine’s work on Brač: https://youtu.be/jyT17ZHJgqI (with English subtitles). Find out about Dr. Masaru Emoto’s experiments with intention and its affect on water crystals at https://masaru-emoto.net/en/science-of-messages-from-water/ The book mentioned that describes the pre-classical practice of incubation is “Reality” by Peter Kingsley. Join us in person for intenton holding: https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/events-1 ~ Labyrinth Activist Network Zoom calls https://insighttimer.com/cliverj ~ Daily intention holding with Clive on Insight Timer. Our websites: www.heartfulimpact.com/ ~ Our show website. https://globalhealingresponse.com/ Global Healing Response ~ Offers a wealth of prayers, suggested practices and prompts in response to environmental catastrophe, conflict, and other world events. https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/ Legacy Labyrinth Project ~ Creating global energetic connections through the labyrinth; inspiring active intention sending using the labyrinth via labyrinth activism. https://www.clivejohnsonministry.com/ Clive Johnson Ministry https://insighttimer.com/cliverj ~ Events and offerings aimed at building beloved community, including weekly energy holding vigils and Power of Eight group. Impact! Is presented by Ellen Bintz and Clive Johnson. It is produced by Impact Productions. Our show content is hosted by Podbean and available from all major podcast platforms. Our theme music is by Chris Collins. indiemusicbox.com. Our logo artwork is by AltoClassic (Getty Images/istock). Contact us via Facebook Messenger from the Impact! Facebook group, or using any of the contact methods mentioned on our websites. Impact! www.heartfulimpact.com | |||
| 18 Mar 2024 | May The Fourth Be With You–World Labyrinth Day 2024 Preview with Carmel Stabley and Ellen Bintz | 00:30:56 | |
As this year’s World Labyrinth Day approaches, Ellen catches up with Carmel Stabley, Vice President of Community and Regional Representative Co-ordinator for The Labyrinth Society. Carmel gives a fascinating outline of the history and purpose of this annual event and focus for global intention holding, including a 24-hour marathon that took place at the time the COVID lockdown kept most of us holed up at home, and shares the beautiful intention behind the invitation on this day to “walk as one at one” all around the world while holding an intention for peace. Carmel and Ellen (who when she isn't presenting this podcast and among many other roles, is also co-ordinator of World Labyrinth Day) talk about how intention setting has become an important part of an event that now regularly brings thousands of people together on one day as the world turns from as far afield as New Zealand and Hawaii. The wave of peace that circles our world might perhaps this year be more potent still by the fact that World Labyrinth Day falls on May 4th. As any good Jedi might say, “Come walk–And may the Fourth be with you!” World Labyrinth Day this year is on 4 May 2024. Websites, people and organizations mentioned in this episode: World Labyrinth Day https://www.worldlabyrinthday.org/ The Labyrinth Society https://labyrinthsociety.org/ Veriditas https://www.veriditas.org/ Legacy Labyrinth Project https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/ Australian Labyrinth Network Inc. https://aln.org.au/ Australian Labyrinth Network Inc. World Labyrinth Day in Educational Settings (most events are on 3 May 2024) https://aln.org.au/event-5530191 The Big Connection https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/bigconnection The Big Connection research paper mentioned, Collective Labyrinth Walking with a Shared Intention Leads to Connectedness, Transcendent Experiences, and Insights for Compassionate Action during the COVID-19 Pandemic, by McGee, J. S., Katzenmeyer, C., Boddie, S. C., Meraz, & Wood, S., is published in Frontiers in Psychology, Sec. Consciousness Research, Volume 14 – 2023. Read the article at https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/psychology/articles/10.3389/fpsyg.2023.1232784/full. Pre-World Labyrinth Day Workshops: 6 April 2024 12pm & 6pm EDT (event runs twice) Sharing New Ways of Facilitating Open Public Walks for WLD, hosted by Veriditas on Zoom 26 April 3pm EDT Online Handheld Finger Labyrinth Walk, hosted by Veriditas on Zoom Find out more about these events at https://www.worldlabyrinthday.org/wld-2024/pre-wld-events. THIS WEEK! WLD at the Myth Salon: Free webinar on Tuesday, March 19 2024 8PM EDT /5PM PDT, The Myth Salon. Find out more and register at https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_5WZvA0O4TK2vh2sVP1hR5Q#/registration. World Labyrinth Day Partner Events https://www.worldlabyrinthday.org/wld-2024/partner-events. Finger Labyrinths to download and print https://www.worldlabyrinthday.org/resources/finger-labyrinths. Video montages of recent World Labyrinth Days: 2022 https://youtu.be/a5b_xeHBxjI 2023 https://youtu.be/2aQ5Nx4-ku0 Other videos introducing World Labyrinth Day, about hosting labyrinth walks and more: https://www.worldlabyrinthday.org/resources/labyrinth-videos Chris Katzenmeyer speaks about World Labyrinth Day here on Impact! (Season 1 Episode 5) https://www.heartfulimpact.com/e/chris-katzenmeyer-intentions-from-the-heart/ Supporting resources for planning and holding a World Labyrinth Day event https://www.worldlabyrinthday.org/resources. Download a World Labyrinth Day flyer (available in many languages) at https://www.worldlabyrinthday.org/resources/pr-materials (scroll to the bottom of page for full list of languages available). Find out what World Labyrinth Day events may be happening near where you are, as well as events on line, at https://www.worldlabyrinthday.org/wld-2024/find-and-submit-events. Find out whether one of the more than 6,000 labyrinths in 88 countries may be near you with The Worldwide Labyrinth Locator: https://labyrinthlocator.com/home. Contact a TLS (The Labyrinth Society) Board Member with any question you may have about World Labyrinth Day: https://labyrinthsociety.org/contact-us. Shared intention With World Labyrinth Day as our focus, we suggest holding the following intention ahead of and on the day itself, we will that: The hosts, participants and all labyrinths are connected in peace and planetary healing on World Labyrinth Day. Please join us in holding this. Join us in person for intenton holding: https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/events-1 ~ Labyrinth Activist Network Zoom calls https://insighttimer.com/cliverj ~ Daily intention holding with Clive on Insight Timer. Our websites: http://heartfulimpact.com/ ~ Our show website. Global Healing Response ~ Offers a wealth of prayers, suggested practices and prompts in response to environmental catastrophe, conflict, and other world events. Legacy Labyrinth Project ~ Creating global energetic connections through the labyrinth; inspiring active intention sending using the labyrinth via labyrinth activism. Clive Johnson Ministry ~ Events and offerings aimed at building beloved community, including weekly energy holding vigils and Power of Eight group. Impact! Is presented by Ellen Bintz and Clive Johnson. It is produced by Impact Productions. Our show content is hosted by Podbean and available from all major podcast platforms. Our theme music is by Chris Collins. indiemusicbox.com. Our logo artwork is by AltoClassic (Getty Images/istock). Contact us via Facebook Messenger from the Impact! Facebook group, or using any of the contact methods mentioned on our websites. Impact! www.heartfulimpact.com | |||
| 13 Mar 2024 | David Ash–Science and the Supernatural (Part 1) | 00:37:16 | |
We’re thrilled to welcome back David Ash, visionary physicist and prolific author, to probe into how the concept of superenergy may help explain supernatural phenomena. David takes us deeper into understanding the physics that underpins his thinking, as we open up to considering the potential for so-called “miracles” to occur in a dimension where travel at faster than the speed of light is possible. You can hear the second part of our conversation, including David’s thoughts in Near Death Experiences, the miracles of Jesus and more recent gurus like Sai Baba, next week. Websites, people and organizations mentioned in this episode: My Descent Into Death: A Second Chance at Life, book by Howard Storm The Mysterious Universe, book by Sir James Jeans Owen Barfield, Saving the Appearances: A study in idolatry Selected books by David Ash: Myths on Modern Physics https://www.amazon.com/Myths-Modern-Physics-David-Ash-ebook/dp/B07J5HR1HZ/ref=sr_1_1 Continuous Living in a Living Universe https://www.amazon.com/Continuous-Living-Universe-David-Ash-ebook/dp/B015OI6LUK/ref=sr_1_1 The Vortex Theory: A Bridge Between Ancient Yoga and Modern Physics https://www.amazon.com/Vortex-Theory-Between-Ancient-Physics/dp/8793886462/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_2 Superenergy and the Quantum Vortex https://www.amazon.com/Superenergy-Quantum-Vortex-David-Ash/dp/B0CJDDNT7Z/ref=sr_1_1 The Role of Evil in Human Evolution https://www.amazon.com/Role-Evil-Human-Evolution-Exposing-ebook/dp/B00J1P02TO/ref=sr_1_1 The Open Way Podcast, David’s podcast https://youtu.be/-bGTaRf506M?si=QNDfwXQg5iCbNGmx Balm for the Soul, David’s new album https://davidash1.bandcamp.com/album/balm-for-the-soul-2 Here Now – David’s essays on Substack https://open.substack.com/pub/davidash333/p/coming-soon David’s website: https://davidash.co/ David’s YouTube Channel (contains many interesting videos explaining quantum physics and more in simple terms) www.youtube.com/@DavidAsh333 Join us in person for intenton holding: https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/events-1 ~ Labyrinth Activist Network Zoom calls https://insighttimer.com/cliverj ~ Daily intention holding with Clive on Insight Timer. Our websites: http://heartfulimpact.com/ ~ Our show website. Global Healing Response ~ Offers a wealth of prayers, suggested practices and prompts in response to environmental catastrophe, conflict, and other world events. Legacy Labyrinth Project ~ Creating global energetic connections through the labyrinth; inspiring active intention sending using the labyrinth via labyrinth activism. Clive Johnson Ministry ~ Events and offerings aimed at building beloved community. Impact! Is presented by Ellen Bintz and Clive Johnson. It is produced by Impact Productions. Our show content is hosted by Podbean and available from all major podcast platforms. Our theme music is by Chris Collins. indiemusicbox.com. Our logo artwork is by AltoClassic (Getty Images/istock). Contact us via Facebook Messenger from the Impact! Facebook group, or using any of the contact methods mentioned on our websites. Impact! www.heartfulimpact.com
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| 24 Jan 2025 | Honoring the Past, Protecting the Future: Commemorating Holocaust Memorial Day | 00:20:16 | |
On January 27, International Holocaust Remembrance Day and Holocaust Memorial Day, the victims of genocides past and present are remembered through ceremonies, vigils, film, spoken testimony, and community gatherings to honour victims and survivors. We are encouraged to stop to remember the realities of the Holocaust and other genocides, including the continuing risk of man’s inhumanity to man escalating to committing similar atrocities in the future. This year, this important day will especially mark and remember the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau 80 years ago, as well as the 30th anniversary of the genocide in Bosnia in the early1990’s. It comes at a time when antisemitism, Islamophobia, racism, xenophobia, and other forms of intolerance, hostility and suspicion towards different communities are on the rise in many countries, including in our own. In this episode, as we recall and honor the past, we reflect on the ever more urgent need to be alert to the lessons taught by these atrocities, and join together to focus our intentions and prayers on specific topics they stir in our hearts. Suggested Intention Focus for this week This week, as Holocaust Remembrance is honoured and the anniversaries of the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau and of the genocide in Bosnia are remembered, we suggest holding as our main intention: We honour the victims and survivors of all past and present genocides, and ask that those who have passed will be at peace, and those who remain will receive courage, comfort and always be protected in healing light. Please join us in holding this. Our guided time of prayer and intention sending, to join with us in sending energy starts at 11 minutes 14 seconds. Legacy Labyrinth Project online workshop 1 February, Joy is a form of Resistance: https://legacylabyrinthproject.kindful.com/register/joy-is-a-form-of-resistance-2025 Websites and resources relating to this episode: Holocaust Memorial Day https://hmd.org.uk/what-is-holocaust-memorial-day/this-years-theme/ Holocaust Remembrance Day https://www.ungeneva.org/en/meetings-events/events/observances-special-events/2025/01/holocaust-remembrance-day-27-january-2025 International Day of Commemoration in Memory of the Victims of the Holocaust (23 January 2025) https://www.unesco.org/en/articles/international-day-commemoration-memory-victims-holocaust-1 Holocaust Museums and Memorials https://www.un.org/en/holocaustrememberance/additionalresources/museums European Network Remembrance and Solidarity resources relating to the Shoah (films, interviews, educational resources) https://enrs.eu/news/international-holocaust-remembrance-day-2025 Genocide Watch https://www.genocidewatch.com/ Genocide Watch country reports (includes countries and situations where genocide has not yet been legally classified but atrocities are occurring or considered likely) https://www.genocidewatch.com/copy-of-country-reports-by-region Our episode marking Holocaust Memorial Day last year, relating Ellen's family's personal story: https://www.heartfulimpact.com/e/holocaust-memorial-day-and-genocide-today/ Chapter markers: 00:00:00 Introduction 00:01:02 Holocaust Remembrance Day 00:04:05 Purpose of Holocaust Memorial Day 00:06:29 Current Genocides around the World 00:08:36 Lasting Effects of Historical Atrocities 00:11:14 Intentions and Prayers Sources referenced in this episode: https://srebrenica.org.uk/what-happened/history/happened-srebrenica https://srebrenica.org.uk/what-happened/history/bosnian-war-a-brief-overview https://hmd.org.uk/what-is-holocaust-memorial-day/this-years-theme/ https://genocideeducation.org/resources/modern-era-genocides/ https://www.hrw.org/breaking-news/2025/01/08/us-state-department-determines-genocide-sudan https://www.ushmm.org/remember/international-holocaust-remembrance-day https://www.cbsnews.com/news/israel-accused-genocide-gaza-amnesty-international/ Join us in person for intention holding: https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/events-1 Labyrinth Activist Network Zoom calls https://insighttimer.com/cliverj Daily intention holding with Clive on Insight Timer. Our websites: www.heartfulimpact.com/ Our show website. https://globalhealingresponse.com/ Global Healing Response ~ Offers a wealth of prayers, suggested practices and prompts in response to environmental catastrophe, conflict, and other world events. https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/ Legacy Labyrinth Project ~ Creating global energetic connections through the labyrinth; inspiring active intention sending using the labyrinth via labyrinth activism. https://www.clivejohnsonministry.com/ Clive Johnson Ministry ~ Events and offerings aimed at building beloved community, including weekly energy holding vigils and Power of Eight group. https://insighttimer.com/cliverj ~ Daily intention holding. Impact! Is presented by Ellen Bintz and Clive Johnson. It is produced by Impact Productions. Our show content is hosted by Podbean and available from all major podcast platforms. Our theme music is by Chris Collins. indiemusicbox.com. Our logo artwork is by AltoClassic (Getty Images/istock). Contact us via Facebook Messenger from the Impact! Facebook group, or using any of the contact methods mentioned on our websites. Impact! www.heartfulimpact.com. | |||
| 04 May 2024 | The Power of the Priestesses (Part 1)–Earth Healing and Light Holding with Sabine Engelhardt | 00:35:20 | |
In the first of an absorbing two-part conversation, Clive chats to Sabine Engelhardt, whose remarkable calling prompted her to leave her career in architecture to discover a sacred cave on the Croatian island of Brač, and to found a unique retreat center that honours our connection with the Earth and our innate but often forgotten ability to sense and work with Her energies. An inspiring leader of what it means to truly tune into the energies that unite us and which we impact, as we hear in this episode, Sabine’s off-grid life has been strongly empowered through her connection with the Divine Feminine. Websites, people and organizations mentioned in this episode: Gea Viva, Sabine’s website, giving information about her work and the Gea Viva retreat https://www.geaviva.net/ Retreats and courses at Gea Viva https://www.geaviva.net/retreats-courses Sign up to Sabine’s newsletter on the home page of the Gea Viva website (sign-up form is near the bottom of the page): https://www.geaviva.net/ Watch a HRT (Croatian television) documentary about Gea Viva and Sabine’s work on Brač: https://youtu.be/jyT17ZHJgqI (with English subtitles). Find out about Dr. Masaru Emoto’s experiments with intention and its affect on water crystals at https://masaru-emoto.net/en/science-of-messages-from-water/ Join us in person for intenton holding: https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/events-1 ~ Labyrinth Activist Network Zoom calls https://insighttimer.com/cliverj ~ Daily intention holding with Clive on Insight Timer. Our websites: www.heartfulimpact.com/ ~ Our show website. https://globalhealingresponse.com/ Global Healing Response ~ Offers a wealth of prayers, suggested practices and prompts in response to environmental catastrophe, conflict, and other world events. https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/ Legacy Labyrinth Project https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/events-1 ~ Creating global energetic connections through the labyrinth; inspiring active intention sending using the labyrinth via labyrinth activism. https://www.clivejohnsonministry.com/ Clive Johnson Ministry https://insighttimer.com/cliverj ~ Events and offerings aimed at building beloved community, including weekly energy holding vigils and Power of Eight group. Impact! Is presented by Ellen Bintz and Clive Johnson. It is produced by Impact Productions. Our show content is hosted by Podbean and available from all major podcast platforms. Our theme music is by Chris Collins. www.indiemusicbox.com. Our logo artwork is by AltoClassic (Getty Images/istock). Contact us via Facebook Messenger from the Impact! Facebook group, or using any of the contact methods mentioned on our websites. Impact! www.heartfulimpact.com | |||
| 01 Nov 2024 | Self-Caring During Challenging Times | 00:30:06 | |
This week we delve into the crucial topic of self-care amidst the intense energy surrounding the upcoming U.S. presidential election. With the election described as one of the most pivotal in modern times, we explore the emotional toll it may take on individuals and communities, emphasizing the importance of maintaining peaceable relations and not being triggered by often polar opposite views. The episode explores how intention, prayer, and meditation can impact us energetically, highlighting the necessity of releasing energies that don't serve us. We discuss the power of the breath in maintaining calm, the significance of the torus field as a protective energy barrier, and the transformative practice of Tonglen for cultivating compassion. We suggest practical techniques for managing energy and stress, including mindfulness, visualization, and connecting with one's guardian angels. Suggested Intention Focus for this week: This week, as we recognise the potential for becoming uncentred, agitated or ill at ease during an especially tense time for millions of people across the US, we suggest holding as our main intention a personal resolve: I resolve that, in unity with others who hold intentions with me, I will take time to release any energy that doesn’t serve me after holding intention, and not neglect to attend to my own self-care. Please join us in holding this. Legacy Labyrinth Project US election eve labyrinth walk: https://legacylabyrinthproject.kindful.com/register/election-eve-walk-2024 Listen to Ellen’s conversation with Brother Dave in our episode ‘How to be Mindful when Bad Things Happen–Brother Dave’: https://www.heartfulimpact.com/e/how-to-be-mindful-when-bad-things-happen%e2%80%93brother-dave/ A possible prayer for self-caring following intention sending: Thank you (Universe/Spirit/God) for filling my heart with lovingkindness during this practice. Now, please release me from me anything that will not benefit me, taking from me any draining, negative or harmful energy that may have come to me during this practice. Thank you. I love you. Breathing cycle intentions: Breathing in, I invite lovingkindness and pure, divine light energy to fill me. Breathing out, I send [my intention or lovingkindness] to [the person, people, or whoever or whatever is the focus of my intention] (during intention holding) Breathing out, I release all that doesn’t now serve me (after intention holding). Sources referenced in this episode: https://imperfectbuddha.com/2017/07/25/is-tonglen-truly-awesome/ https://www.ananda.org/yogapedia/pranayama/ https://www.wondermind.com/article/energy-healing/ https://tricycle.org/magazine/tonglen-spot/ https://www.lionsroar.com/how-to-practice-tonglen-meditation/ (Pema Chödrön describes how to practice Tonglen) https://www.kelseykuehl.com/post/why-is-everyone-talking-about-torus-fields https://www.drbrookestuart.com/on-the-toroidal-field/ Chapter markers: 00:00:09 Introduction 00:02:21 The Importance of Self-Care 00:05:10 How energy impacts us 00:08:08 Breath Control 00:11:47 Tonglen 00:16:04 Mindfulness and Self-Care 00:17:23 The Torus Field and its protective power 00:21:14 Approaches for releasing Heavy Energy 00:23:43 Ending Intention Practice 00:26:07 Intention for Self Join us in person for intenton holding: https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/events-1 Labyrinth Activist Network Zoom calls https://insighttimer.com/cliverj Daily intention holding with Clive on Insight Timer. Our websites: www.heartfulimpact.com/ Our show website. https://globalhealingresponse.com/ Global Healing Response ~ Offers a wealth of prayers, suggested practices and prompts in response to environmental catastrophe, conflict, and other world events. https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/ Legacy Labyrinth Project ~ Creating global energetic connections through the labyrinth; inspiring active intention sending using the labyrinth via labyrinth activism. https://www.clivejohnsonministry.com/ Clive Johnson Ministry ~ Events and offerings aimed at building beloved community, including weekly energy holding vigils and Power of Eight group. https://insighttimer.com/cliverj ~ Daily intention holding. Impact! Is presented by Ellen Bintz and Clive Johnson. It is produced by Impact Productions. Our show content is hosted by Podbean and available from all major podcast platforms. Our theme music is by Chris Collins. indiemusicbox.com. Our logo artwork is by AltoClassic (Getty Images/istock). Contact us via Facebook Messenger from the Impact! Facebook group, or using any of the contact methods mentioned on our websites. Impact! www.heartfulimpact.com. | |||
| 19 Sep 2024 | Free and Fair Elections Special: Sri Lanka's Pivotal Moment | 00:16:04 | |
Welcome to Impact!, in which we explore how our collective intentions, prayers, and meditation can bring real change in our world. This week, we turn the spotlight on Sri Lanka as it faces a critical presidential election this week. We take a look at Sri Lanka's rich history, diverse culture, and the significant challenges it currently faces. From economic crises and rising poverty to the ongoing impact of past conflicts, we explore the country's journey and what is at stake in the upcoming election. Join us as we hold intentions for free and fair elections for the many countries that are facing important elections this year. Suggested intention focus this week: As Groundviews notes, “With all the uncertainties, [now] is a crucial time for Sri Lanka as it gears up for the presidential elections. Containing public disaffection, while ensuring that political uncertainty does not delay economic decision making, is set to test the skills of even the most hardened and experienced political leaders.” We therefore suggest holding as our main intention: We will that all citizens of Sri Lanka will have wisdom to know where to cast their vote for the best interests of themselves, their families, their communities and country. Please join us in holding this. Labyrinth Activist Network’s Peaceful and Free Elections initiative Join others to hold Sri Lanka and all countries and regions holding important elections this year with the Labyrinth Activist Network’s Peaceful and Free Elections initiative https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/peaceful-free-elections-event Sources referenced in this episode: https://www.austlii.edu.au/au/other/dfat/ATNIA/2003/5/Political_Brief.html https://www.europarl.europa.eu/thinktank/en/document/EPRS_BRI%282024%29762394 https://thecommonwealth.org/news/commonwealth-observe-sri-lankas-presidential-election https://www.europarl.europa.eu/thinktank/en/document/EPRS_BRI%282024%29762394 https://www.britannica.com/place/Sri-Lanka https://itranslate.com/blog/10-things-you-might-not-know-about-sri-lanka https://bti-project.org/en/reports/country-report/LKA https://www.acaps.org/en/countries/sri-lanka https://groundviews.org/2024/03/04/a-year-of-change-and-challenges-for-sri-lanka/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sri_Lankan_Civil_War Chapter markers: 00:00:10 Introduction 00:01:44 Sri Lanka Country Profile 00:04:48 Economic Crisis 00:07:03 Current Challenges facing Sri Lankans 00:09:49 Importance of the 2024 Sri Lanka Election 00:11:49 Intentions and Prayers Join us in person for intenton holding: https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/events-1 Labyrinth Activist Network Zoom calls https://insighttimer.com/cliverj Daily intention holding with Clive on Insight Timer. Our websites: www.heartfulimpact.com/ Our show website. https://globalhealingresponse.com/ Global Healing Response ~ Offers a wealth of prayers, suggested practices and prompts in response to environmental catastrophe, conflict, and other world events. https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/ Legacy Labyrinth Project ~ Creating global energetic connections through the labyrinth; inspiring active intention sending using the labyrinth via labyrinth activism. https://www.clivejohnsonministry.com/ Clive Johnson Ministry ~ Events and offerings aimed at building beloved community, including weekly energy holding vigils and Power of Eight group. https://insighttimer.com/cliverj ~ Daily intention holding. Impact! Is presented by Ellen Bintz and Clive Johnson. It is produced by Impact Productions. Our show content is hosted by Podbean and available from all major podcast platforms. Our theme music is by Chris Collins. indiemusicbox.com. Our logo artwork is by AltoClassic (Getty Images/istock). Contact us via Facebook Messenger from the Impact! Facebook group, or using any of the contact methods mentioned on our websites. Impact! www.heartfulimpact.com. | |||
| 26 Apr 2024 | How to be Mindful when Bad Things Happen–Brother Dave | 00:44:12 | |
This week Ellen talks to Zen teacher Brother Dave Kenneally, aka the Marine Monk, whose practice and study as an ordinand in the tradition of the late Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh’s Order of Interbeing spans more than twenty years. Brother Dave and Ellen talk about how to respond to hearing bad news in a mindful way, the exhaustion of near constant exposure to news that many of us experience in the modern world, and the importance of directing energy inward as well as outwardly looking for solutions to problems. How can we stay in touch with our deepest intentions? How can we truly care for ourselves as well as for others? How can we become more aware of a false sense of urgency? How can we be kept beware of being incoherent when we merely react to hearing a story in the news? How can we reverse the tendency to be more outward than inward focused in our attention, and in turn, show up more powerfully in the world? Brother Dave offers reflections on these and many more questions in this inspiring conversation. Thich Nhat Hanh said, “peace in oneself, peace in the world." Brother Dave explains how we can each make this our practice, offering many words of wisdom in ways that relate to being in the world. He also reflects on his own experiences of how easy or otherwise practising mindfulness while living in a monastry is compared to living in the world and the constant external stimuli it presents. Brother Dave’s answer may surprise you! Websites, people and organizations mentioned in this episode: Read about Brother Dave’s amazing story, find out about his work, his weekly Zen teaching on Zoom (Sundays 5-6pm PST, free), and sign-up for his newsletter on his website, https://www.davekenneally.com/ Join a brand new Mindfulness Facilitator's Sangha hosted by Brother Dave, starting Saturday, April 27th from 4:30 - 6pm PST / 7:30 - 9pm EST, via Zoom and FREE to join. Find out all about this, including the Zoom link at the bottom of the Resource Page: https://www.davekenneally.com/factx-resource-page
Information and links to Brother Dave’s free 3-month training course in facilitating sangha are also available through his website, https://www.davekenneally.com/factx-resource-page Brother Dave’s YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@DaveKenneally FOLLOW Brother Dave on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dave.kenneally.5 Brother Dave on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brotherdavekenneally/ Brother Dave has generously offered us access to his teaching video, Mindfulness of the News, normally only available for folks registered with his Mindfulness for Resilience course: https://youtu.be/8hCc9Jr9Xd0?si=hkVlQBozjDWYOt1g (see https://www.davekenneally.com/healyourheart for more about the course). Mindfulness Makes us Part of the Solution, watch Brother Dave share his reflection at https://youtu.be/JTxLC_AwkNU Plum Village The Five Mindfulness Trainings https://plumvillage.org/mindfulness/the-5-mindfulness-trainings Join us in person for intenton holding: https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/events-1 ~ Labyrinth Activist Network Zoom calls https://insighttimer.com/cliverj ~ Daily intention holding with Clive on Insight Timer. Our websites: www.heartfulimpact.com/ ~ Our show website. https://globalhealingresponse.com/ Global Healing Response ~ Offers a wealth of prayers, suggested practices and prompts in response to environmental catastrophe, conflict, and other world events. https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/ Legacy Labyrinth Project https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/events-1 ~ Creating global energetic connections through the labyrinth; inspiring active intention sending using the labyrinth via labyrinth activism. https://www.clivejohnsonministry.com/ Clive Johnson Ministry https://insighttimer.com/cliverj ~ Events and offerings aimed at building beloved community, including weekly energy holding vigils and Power of Eight group. Impact! Is presented by Ellen Bintz and Clive Johnson. It is produced by Impact Productions. Our show content is hosted by Podbean and available from all major podcast platforms. Our theme music is by Chris Collins. www.indiemusicbox.com. Our logo artwork is by AltoClassic (Getty Images/istock). Contact us via Facebook Messenger from the Impact! Facebook group, or using any of the contact methods mentioned on our websites. Impact! www.heartfulimpact.com | |||
| 19 Jul 2024 | The Big Intention: Introducing a Series of Events for Peaceful and Free Elections | 00:22:57 | |
In this episode, Ellen tells us about an important initiative arranged by the Labyrinth Activist Network to hold intention for peaceful and free elections worldwide. Ellen shares insights on how a series of online events organized by the Network are putting contemplative activism into practice. Learn how you can get involved with the events or join the Network's regular monthly circle meetings and book club. Together, our prayers, intentions and energy can make a real difference. See the links below for details of how to connect with the network, and to register and participate in these important and influential upcoming events. Websites, books and resources mentioned in this episode: https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/joinlan Labyrinth Activist Network https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/peaceful-free-elections-event Labyrinth Activist Network Peaceful and Free Elections programme, including events calendar. https://www.heartmath.org/ HeartMath® Institute https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/bigconnection The Big Connection, labyrinth activism research conducted over successive World Labyrinth Days in association with Baylor University. Book: ‘Active Hope: How to Face the Mess We're in without Going Crazy’ by Joanna Macy and Chris Johnstone. Listen to Ellen's recent interview with brother Dave, 'How to be Mindful when Bad Things Happen–Brother Dave': https://www.heartfulimpact.com/e/how-to-be-mindful-when-bad-things-happen%e2%80%93brother-dave/. Labyrinth resources: https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/ Legacy Labyrinth Project https://labyrinthsociety.org/ The Labyrinth Society https://www.veriditas.org/ Veriditas https://labyrinthos.net/ Labyrinthos http://www.labyrinthlaunchpad.org/ Labyrinth Launchpad https://labyrinthsociety.org/download-a-labyrinth Download a labyrinth template to print off and walk with your finger (.PDF file) Sources referenced in this episode: https://apnews.com/article/global-elections-2024-preview-cb77b0940964c5c95a9affc8ebb6f0b7 Join us in person for intenton holding: https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/events-1 Labyrinth Activist Network Zoom calls https://insighttimer.com/cliverj Daily intention holding with Clive on Insight Timer. Our websites: www.heartfulimpact.com/ Our show website. https://globalhealingresponse.com/ Global Healing Response ~ Offers a wealth of prayers, suggested practices and prompts in response to environmental catastrophe, conflict, and other world events. https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/ Legacy Labyrinth Project ~ Creating global energetic connections through the labyrinth; inspiring active intention sending using the labyrinth via labyrinth activism. https://www.clivejohnsonministry.com/ Clive Johnson Ministry ~ Events and offerings aimed at building beloved community, including weekly energy holding vigils and Power of Eight group. https://insighttimer.com/cliverj ~ Daily intention holding. Impact! Is presented by Ellen Bintz and Clive Johnson. It is produced by Impact Productions. Our show content is hosted by Podbean and available from all major podcast platforms. Our theme music is by Chris Collins. indiemusicbox.com. Our logo artwork is by AltoClassic (Getty Images/istock). Contact us via Facebook Messenger from the Impact! Facebook group, or using any of the contact methods mentioned on our websites. Impact! www.heartfulimpact.com. | |||
| 23 May 2024 | Africa Day 2024 Beyond Borders: Unleashing Africa's Global Potential | 00:27:42 | |
Welcome to the latest episode of Impact!, in which we take a deep dive into the profound significance, challenges and opportunities facing Africa as we mark Africa Day, celebrated this year on May 25. Join us as we explore the transformative role Africa is playing in global geopolitics, its unique opportunities, such as being resource-rich and home to a young, tech-savvy and opportunistic population, and its progress and vital role in sustaining and rebooting the global economy. We examine the successes of pan-Africanism, and especially the African Union's role in fostering unity and collaborative efforts to navigate shared hurdles like poverty, conflict, and governance issues. Suggested intention focus In keeping with the core objectives celebrated on Africa Day, the African Union believes that “we can contribute to [a] vision of an integrated, prosperous and peaceful Africa that plays an influential role in the global arena.” Let us join them in holding that, in taking as our key focus for intention this week: We will that the governments of all African nations will continue to recognise the value of deep cooperation and commitment to their participation in the work and objectives of the African Union. Chapter markers: 00:00:08 Introduction to Impact 00:01:00 Understanding Africa Day 00:01:43 Significance of Africa Day 00:04:13 Africa’s Strategic Repositioning 00:04:21 U.S. and Africa Relations 00:04:49 China’s Influence in Africa 00:05:26 Africa’s Proactive Global Role 00:08:19 Strengthening the African Union 00:08:24 Expansion of BRICS Nations 00:09:10 Challenges Faced by Africa 00:11:26 Impact of Climate Change on Africa 00:12:07 Addressing Economic Challenges 00:13:19 Overcoming Historical Legacies 00:13:55 Africa’s Global Contributions 00:14:50 Africa’s Role in the Global Economy 00:17:20 Focusing Prayers and Intentions Sources referenced in this episode: https://globaldimension.org.uk/calendar/africa-day/2024-05-25 -Africa Day website https://dragonflyintelligence.com/news/africa-instability-risks-across-the-continent/ https://ecdpm.org/work/carving-out-africas-role-emerging-global-order https://reliefweb.int/report/kenya/challenges-facing-africa-climate-change-conflict-and-after-effects-covid-19 https://unctad.org/publication/economic-development-africa-report-2023 https://www.academyofdiplomacy.org/nebraska-ambassadors-forum-/2021--%E2%80%93--africa%27s-role-in-the-contemporary-world https://www.afro.who.int/news/consultation-meeting-provides-objectives-priorities-and-strategic-orientation-who-action https://www.aljazeera.com/program/inside-story/2022/10/18/what-role-does-africa-have-in-a-global-economy https://www.atlanticcouncil.org/blogs/africasource/the-african-union-is-at-a-crossroads-its-time-to-seize-its-moment/ https://www.atlanticcouncil.org/in-depth-research-reports/issue-brief/reimagining-africas-role-in-revitalizing-the-global-economy/ https://www.cfr.org/backgrounder/china-africa https://www.chathamhouse.org/2023/01/china-africa-relations https://www.gov.uk/government/speeches/african-union-peace-support-operations-play-an-important-role-in-delivering-peace-and-security-uk-statement-at-the-un-security-council https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/african-union-overview-its-role-structure-objectives-chris-atkins/ https://www.state.gov/bureaus-offices/under-secretary-for-political-affairs/bureau-of-african-affairs/ https://www.tralac.org/discussions/article/11690-why-is-25th-may-important-for-african-nations.html https://www.un.org/ohrlls/news/young-people%E2%80%99s-potential-key-africa%E2%80%99s-sustainable-development https://www.unep.org/news-and-stories/press-release/africas-green-business-opportunities-are-abundant-unep-study-shows https://www.unep.org/news-and-stories/speech/africa-has-risen-leadership-role-now-it-can-lead-action Join us in person for intenton holding: https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/events-1 Labyrinth Activist Network Zoom calls https://insighttimer.com/cliverj Daily intention holding with Clive on Insight Timer. Our websites: www.heartfulimpact.com/ Our show website. https://globalhealingresponse.com/ Global Healing Response ~ Offers a wealth of prayers, suggested practices and prompts in response to environmental catastrophe, conflict, and other world events. https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/ Legacy Labyrinth Project ~ Creating global energetic connections through the labyrinth; inspiring active intention sending using the labyrinth via labyrinth activism. https://www.clivejohnsonministry.com/ Clive Johnson Ministry ~ Events and offerings aimed at building beloved community, including weekly energy holding vigils and Power of Eight group. https://insighttimer.com/cliverj ~ Daily intention holding. Impact! Is presented by Ellen Bintz and Clive Johnson. It is produced by Impact Productions. Our show content is hosted by Podbean and available from all major podcast platforms. Our theme music is by Chris Collins. indiemusicbox.com. Our logo artwork is by AltoClassic (Getty Images/istock). Contact us via Facebook Messenger from the Impact! Facebook group, or using any of the contact methods mentioned on our websites. Impact! www.heartfulimpact.com.
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| 25 Sep 2024 | The Labyrinth and the Ocean: Special Episode | 00:39:48 | |
This week, we're getting excited as a new legacy labyrinth is about to be dedicated, at the stunning Anglican Cathedral of St John the Baptist, St. John's, Newfoundland. As Ellen prepares to join the birthing ceremony, Clive talks to one of the project's leading lights, labyrinth activist, lay minister and long-term group intention holder, Sue Cummings. The labyrinth, dedicated to ocean health, aims to foster community awareness and action towards restoring and preserving our oceans. Ellen also shares the background to the Legacy Labyrinth Project, and the profound impact of labyrinths in enabling global healing. Intention Focus This week, we suggest standing with those who will be meeting in St John's in sharing the intention: May our actions individually and collectively restore ocean health to the benefit of the whole earth community. Please join us in holding this. Legacy Labyrinth Project Spiritual Journey to St.John’s (this weekend), including a 2-day workshop entitled The Principles of Contemplative Labyrinth Activism for Ocean Health: https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/join-us-in-newfoundland Websites referred to in this episode: https://ourcathedral.ca/labyrinth/ (Cathedral of St John the Baptist) https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/ (Legacy Labyrinth Project) https://www.dominiquehurley.com/into-the-sea-of-infinity-labyrinth-painting (Dominique Hurley, creator of ‘The Sea of Infinity’) https://www.pathsofpeace.com/ (Paths of Peace, home of Lisa Gidlow Moriarty, creator of the Ocean Health Labyrinth) https://globalhealingresponse.com/ghr-2024-q1-ourplanet-water/ (Global Healing Response special theme – Water) https://www.ourcathedral.ca/events/ (Cathedral calendar, for forthcoming Speakers’ Series at Cathedral of St John the Baptist) Listen to Ellen’s interview with Chris Katzenmeyer, Intentions from the Heart: https://www.heartfulimpact.com/e/chris-katzenmeyer-intentions-from-the-heart/ Listen to our episode about microplastics: https://www.heartfulimpact.com/e/microplastic-menace-understanding-and-tackling-plastic-pollution/ Listen to our special Global Healing Response episode focused on Our Planet/Water: Books referred to in this episode: Message in a Bottle, Dispatches from a Seabird Biologist by Holy Hogan, https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/62361923-message-in-a-bottle Deep by James Nester, https://www.mrjamesnestor.com/deep Chapter markers: 00:00:11 Introduction 00:01:27 Labyrinth Activism and Ocean Health 00:03:01 Legacy Labyrinths 00:05:01 The Vision for St. John’s 00:07:25 The Beauty of St. John’s 00:10:47 The Power of Intuition 00:15:02 The Ocean Labyrinth Story 00:19:43 Inspiration and Collaboration 00:25:12 Ocean Health 00:30:25 Intentions and Collective Action 00:34:10 Celebrating Ocean Health 00:37:48 Wrap Join us in person for intenton holding: https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/events-1 Labyrinth Activist Network Zoom calls https://insighttimer.com/cliverj Daily intention holding with Clive on Insight Timer. Our websites: www.heartfulimpact.com/ Our show website. https://globalhealingresponse.com/ Global Healing Response ~ Offers a wealth of prayers, suggested practices and prompts in response to environmental catastrophe, conflict, and other world events. https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/ Legacy Labyrinth Project ~ Creating global energetic connections through the labyrinth; inspiring active intention sending using the labyrinth via labyrinth activism. https://www.clivejohnsonministry.com/ Clive Johnson Ministry ~ Events and offerings aimed at building beloved community, including weekly energy holding vigils and Power of Eight group. https://insighttimer.com/cliverj ~ Daily intention holding. Impact! Is presented by Ellen Bintz and Clive Johnson. It is produced by Impact Productions. Our show content is hosted by Podbean and available from all major podcast platforms. Our theme music is by Chris Collins. indiemusicbox.com. Our logo artwork is by AltoClassic (Getty Images/istock). Contact us via Facebook Messenger from the Impact! Facebook group, or using any of the contact methods mentioned on our websites. Impact! www.heartfulimpact.com. | |||
| 11 Apr 2024 | Global Healing Response: Our Connection and Responsibility Towards Earth | 00:35:35 | |
In this special episode, as Global Healing Response moves its attention from water to Earth and as Earth Day approaches, we take a look at our vital dependency on and responsibility for caring for the element called earth – the hard, solid constituent of our planet that includes rocks, the soil, sands, and the great, shifting tectonic plates that move imperceptibly below our feet. Earth includes all the minerals we use to build our homes and create the things that we consider necessary for our lives. It includes sources of fuel such as coal. We might extend our definition to include products that start as solids, but have been made into gas, oil, and the myriad chemicals that are the building blocks for life. When we think about the Earth, we might think about standing on firm ground, having a place where we can root ourselves, and most critically of all, the place we call home. Climate change and the effects of plastic pollution are key topics in our conversation. Earth Day, a global initiative intended to motivate conservation of our planet, this year stresses the dire need for significant reduction of plastic production. Research findings from Curtin University serve as the groundwork of our reflection on the damage extreme heat and drought inflict on Australia's soil and its potential failure to achieve COP climate objectives. We also emphasize the notable link between global peace and soil health, brought to public attention by U.S. Secretary of State Anthony Blinken at the World Economic Forum conference in Davos earlier this year. We explore the surprising statistics of sand exploitation and ponder the dilemmas plaguing renewable energy production. This thought-provoking episode sheds light on humanity's often detrimental impact on the planet and the importance of mindfulness towards our actions and their environmental repercussions. We wrap up with straightforward, everyday actions each of us can commit to, saving our planet and underlining the power of collective action to surmount environmental challenges. Tune into this compelling episode and take part in our mission to heal our planet. Earth Day is 22 April 2024. Suggested intention As we reflect upon humans’ varying ability to exploit Earths minerals in damaging or beneficial ways, we suggest holding as our focused intention this week: We will that scientists, environmentalists, governments, and all who have influence will be inspired to discover and promote projects that benefit rather than harm life on Earth. Please join us in holding this. Websites, people and organizations mentioned in this episode: Global Healing Response: https://globalhealingresponse.com/ Earth Day: https://www.earthday.org/earth-day-2024/ Labyrinth Activist Network Book Club reading: “Awe: The New Science of Everyday Wonder and How It Can Transform Your Life” by Dacher Keltner News sources: https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2024/03/240326103845.htm https://www.nature.com/articles/s41612-024-00619-z https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-66724628 Join us in person for intention holding: https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/events-1 ~ Labyrinth Activist Network Zoom calls https://insighttimer.com/cliverj ~ Daily intention holding with Clive on Insight Timer. Our websites: www.heartfulimpact.com/ ~ Our show website. https://globalhealingresponse.com/ Global Healing Response ~ Offers a wealth of prayers, suggested practices and prompts in response to environmental catastrophe, conflict, and other world events. https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/ Legacy Labyrinth Project https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/events-1 ~ Creating global energetic connections through the labyrinth; inspiring active intention sending using the labyrinth via labyrinth activism. https://www.clivejohnsonministry.com/ Clive Johnson Ministry https://insighttimer.com/cliverj ~ Events and offerings aimed at building beloved community, including weekly energy holding vigils and Power of Eight group. Impact! Is presented by Ellen Bintz and Clive Johnson. It is produced by Impact Productions. Our show content is hosted by Podbean and available from all major podcast platforms. Our theme music is by Chris Collins. www.indiemusicbox.com. Our logo artwork is by AltoClassic (Getty Images/istock). Contact us via Facebook Messenger from the Impact! Facebook group, or using any of the contact methods mentioned on our websites. Impact! www.heartfulimpact.com | |||
| 21 Dec 2023 | Wanderer and Wonderer–Clive’s Coming of Age | 01:14:56 | |
As we conclude our introductions, Ellen takes turns to interview Clive about his inspirations, hopes and projects, past and present. He talks about where his spiritual journey has taken him, and why he believes that many new discoveries in science serve to support rather than undermine the teachings of many faith traditions. In the news, storms sweep across Far North Queensland, a once near-extinct species rises from the ashes, and a promising move toward peaceful transition in Niger. We also take a special look at the rapid spread of dengue fever, which the World Health Organization warns now threatens nearly half the world’s population. News coverage starts at 48:35 (minutes:seconds into the podcast). Websites, people and organizations mentioned in this episode: Meeting Mary Magdalene, an online course hosted by Clive https://www.udemy.com/course/meeting-mary-magdalene/ OneSpirit Interfaith Foundation https://www.interfaithfoundation.org/ Clive’s ministry page http://www.clivejohnsonministry.com/ Clive’s chanting group http://www.clivejohnsonministry.com/Taize.html We Are One (Insight Timer) http://www.clivejohnsonministry.com/mweareone.html Daily Intention Focus (Insight Timer) https://insighttimer.com/cliverj http://www.clivejohnsonministry.com/mweaprayerforpeace.html Energy Hour Vigil (Insight Timer) http://www.clivejohnsonministry.com/energyhour.html Power Of Eight: Harnessing the Miraculous Energies of a Small Group to Heal Others, Your Life, and the World by Lynne McTaggart https://www.amazon.com/Power-Eight-Harnessing-Miraculous-Energies/dp/1501115553/ref=sr_1_1&sr=8-1 The Heart of Lovingkindness: How to live from the heart by Clive Johnson https://www.amazon.com/Heart-Lovingkindness-How-live-heart-ebook/dp/B09P3XTJ4G/ref=sr_1_1 Sacred Feminist, Ellen’s blog http://sacredfeminist.com/ The Big Connection https://www.worldlabyrinthday.org/wld-2024/big-connection World Labyrinth Day https://www.worldlabyrinthday.org/home Lars Muhl – Danish mystic https://www.larsmuhl.dk/en/ Women, Men, Forgiveness, Clive’s service offering for healing female/male relationships http://www.clivejohnsonministry.com/WMF.html Labyrinth Around America http://www.clivejohnsonministry.com/laa/index.html Shared intention This week, as the rapid spread of dengue fever in the Americas is highlighted, we suggest holding the following intention: We will that the health ministries of all countries in the Americas will be moved to use all known effective means at their disposal to contain the spread of dengue fever. Please join us in holding this. Sources for news topics mentioned in this episode are: https://businessday.ng/health/article/what-to-know-about-dengue-fever-as-nigeria-reports-outbreak/ https://www.reuters.com/video/watch/idRW802714112023RP1/ https://news.un.org/en/story/2023/07/1138962 https://apnews.com/article/severe-weather-northeast-64d2276c10ce2e7633ecb6df64f45d33 https://www.derstandard.at/story/3000000195082/tausend-obdachlose-menschen-erhalten-eine-mietwohnung https://www.upi.com/Top_News/World-News/2023/12/18/Gansu-earthquake/2311702957189/ Our websites: http://heartfulimpact.com/ ~ Our show website. Global Healing Response ~ Offers a wealth of prayers, suggested practices and prompts in response to environmental catastrophe, conflict, and other world events. Legacy Labyrinth Project ~ Creating global energetic connections through the labyrinth; inspiring active intention sending using the labyrinth via labyrinth activism. Clive Johnson Ministry ~ Events and offerings aimed at building beloved community. Impact! Is presented by Ellen Bintz and Clive Johnson. It is produced by Impact Productions. Our show content is hosted by Podbean and available from all major podcast platforms. Our theme music is by Chris Collins. indiemusicbox.com. Our logo artwork is by AltoClassic (Getty Images/istock). Contact us via Facebook Messenger from the Impact! Facebook group, or using any of the contact methods mentioned on our websites. Impact! www.heartfulimpact.com | |||
| 19 Dec 2024 | South Korea's Democratic Resilience: A Deep Dive | 00:20:58 | |
This week we explore the recent political upheaval in South Korea following President Yoon Suk-Yeol's unexpected declaration of martial law and his subsequent impeachment. We delve into the rapid events that unfolded, the constitutional crisis it sparked, and examine the implications of these events for South Korea's democracy, international geopolitics, and economic stability. As the country faces ongoing political uncertainty, we look at where we might hold South Korea and its leaders in our focused intentions and prayers. Suggested Intention Focus for this weekThis week, following the shock declaration of martial law in South Korea, we suggest holding as our main intention: We will that there will be a rapid restoration of calm, normality and assurances of political stability in South Korea following the short-lived declaration of martial law by President Yoon and his subsequent impeachment. Please join us in holding this. Sources referenced in this episode: https://www.csis.org/analysis/yoon-declares-martial-law-south-korea https://www.cbsnews.com/news/south-korea-president-martial-law-emergency/ https://www.businessinsider.com/why-did-south-korea-declare-martial-law-yoon-suk-yeol-2024-12 https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c0lgw1pw5zpo https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/12/4/south-koreas-long-history-of-martial-law-and-impeachments https://www.vox.com/world-politics/389580/south-korea-president-yoon-martial-law-north-korea https://www.itv.com/news/2024-12-07/south-koreas-president-apologises-for-declaring-martial-law https://www.icanw.org/nuclear_tensions_rise_on_korean_peninsula https://www.american.edu/sis/news/20241205-six-questions-about-south-korea-and-martial-law.cfm https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/12/7/south-korea-vote-to-impeach-president-yoon-suk-yeol-fails https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/backstories/3706/ https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/2024/12/14/south-korea-yoon-impeachment-vote/ https://english.news.cn/20241214/be4e66b9b4da4a9eb615cdc5517681ed/c.html https://www.stimson.org/2024/implications-of-south-koreas-failed-impeachment-vote/ Chapter markers: 00:00:09 Introduction 00:01:00 South Korea’s Martial Law Crisis 00:06:26 Historical Context of Martial Law 00:07:27 Implications for Civil Liberties 00:09:48 Political Turmoil and Its Consequences 00:12:09 Aftermath of President Yoon’s Impeachment 00:15:13 Future of South Korean Democracy 00:18:55 Intention for Healing and Stability Join us in person for intention holding: https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/events-1 Labyrinth Activist Network Zoom calls https://insighttimer.com/cliverj Daily intention holding with Clive on Insight Timer. Our websites: www.heartfulimpact.com/ Our show website. https://globalhealingresponse.com/ Global Healing Response ~ Offers a wealth of prayers, suggested practices and prompts in response to environmental catastrophe, conflict, and other world events. https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/ Legacy Labyrinth Project ~ Creating global energetic connections through the labyrinth; inspiring active intention sending using the labyrinth via labyrinth activism. https://www.clivejohnsonministry.com/ Clive Johnson Ministry ~ Events and offerings aimed at building beloved community, including weekly energy holding vigils and Power of Eight group. https://insighttimer.com/cliverj ~ Daily intention holding. Impact! Is presented by Ellen Bintz and Clive Johnson. It is produced by Impact Productions. Our show content is hosted by Podbean and available from all major podcast platforms. Our theme music is by Chris Collins. indiemusicbox.com. Our logo artwork is by AltoClassic (Getty Images/istock). Contact us via Facebook Messenger from the Impact! Facebook group, or using any of the contact methods mentioned on our websites. Impact! www.heartfulimpact.com. | |||
| 07 Mar 2024 | News from Around the world this week–Topics for intention and intercession | 00:31:00 | |
Join us for a look at news stories from around the world this week, some of which may not be making the headlines where you are, as we consider where and how we might focus our intentions and prayers. Shared intention The appalling crisis in Gaza where babies are dying of malnutrition has really pulled at our heart strings this week. We suggest holding as our weekly focus the intention: We will that all who have influence in permitting and distributing aid to Gaza will be moved by the cries of malnourished babies in the region who are perishing under their gaze. Please join us in holding this. Websites mentioned in this episode https://globalhealingresponse.com/ghr-2024-q1-ourplanet-water/ Home page for Global Healing Response water resources. “Water is the driving force of all nature.” — Leonardo da Vinci Global Healing Response Website https://globalhealingresponse.com/ Theme for 2024: OUR PLANET Uganda Women’s Water Initiative https://ugandawomenswaterinitiative.org/ Sources for news topics mentioned in this episode are: https://www.earthisland.org/journal/index.php/articles/entry/waste-not-wood-makes-the-best-charcoal https://smn.conagua.gob.mx/es/climatologia/diagnostico-climatico/reporte-del-clima-en-mexico https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20240225000853320 https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2024/feb/17/us-east-trees-warming-hole-study-climate-crisis https://astanatimes.com/2024/03/strong-earthquake-hits-almaty-residents-evacuate-buildings/ https://water.org/our-impact/where-we-work/mexico/ https://www.dw.com/en/south-korea-moves-to-suspend-striking-doctors-licenses/a-68430567 https://www.aa.com.tr/en/asia-pacific/61-magnitude-earthquake-jolts-kazakhstan/3154497 https://www.reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/earthquake-shakes-kazakhstans-biggest-city-2024-03-04/ https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-latin-america-68462851 https://news.un.org/en/story/2024/03/1147182 Join us in person for intention holding: https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/events-1 ~ Labyrinth Activist Network Zoom calls https://insighttimer.com/cliverj ~ Daily intention holding with Clive on Insight Timer. Our websites: http://heartfulimpact.com/ ~ Our show website. Global Healing Response ~ Offers a wealth of prayers, suggested practices and prompts in response to environmental catastrophe, conflict, and other world events. Legacy Labyrinth Project ~ Creating global energetic connections through the labyrinth; inspiring active intention sending using the labyrinth via labyrinth activism. Clive Johnson Ministry ~ Events and offerings aimed at building beloved community. Impact! Is presented by Ellen Bintz and Clive Johnson. It is produced by Impact Productions. Our show content is hosted by Podbean and available from all major podcast platforms. Our theme music is by Chris Collins. indiemusicbox.com. Our logo artwork is by AltoClassic (Getty Images/istock). Contact us via Facebook Messenger from the Impact! Facebook group, or using any of the contact methods mentioned on our websites. Impact! www.heartfulimpact.com | |||
| 22 Mar 2024 | News from around the world this week (week ending 22 March 2024)–Topics for intention and intercession | 00:29:07 | |
Join us for a look at news stories from around the world this week, some of which may not be making the headlines where you are, as we consider where and how we might focus our intentions and prayers. Shared intention As UNICEF warns that approaching 4 million children are thought to suffer malnourishment in Sudan, and millions of displaced people in the country face starvation, we suggest focusing our attention on this desperate humanitarian crisis in East Africa: We will that the world’s news media and all governments will be moved with compassion to highlight and respond with deep humanity to the famine in Sudan. Please join us in holding this. Websites mentioned in this episode: World Water Day https://www.un.org/en/observances/water-day Global Healing Response focus on water https://globalhealingresponse.com/ghr-2024-q1-ourplanet-water/ Sources for news topics mentioned in this episode are: Genocide Watch https://www.genocidewatch.com/ https://mcb.org.uk/plastic-ban-for-ramadan-urged-as-british-mosques-go-green/ https://www.dw.com/en/nigeria-gunmen-abduct-87-villagers-in-kaduna-state/a-68608729 https://allafrica.com/stories/202403190021.html https://www.channelstv.com/2024/03/18/again-gunmen-abduct-87-in-kajuru-village-as-cds-arrives-kaduna/ https://www.firstpost.com/world/haiti-healthcare-system-gang-violence13750000-13750000.html https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JZvhmwfbNao https://www.hrw.org/news/2024/03/15/sudan-urgent-action-needed-hunger-crisis https://news.un.org/en/story/2024/03/1147502 https://news.un.org/en/story/2024/03/1147571 https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/toronto/mosque-plastic-bottle-ban-1.5152210 https://aboutislam.net/muslim-issues/europe/uk-mosques-to-ditch-plastic-cutlery-ahead-of-ramadan/ https://www.goodgoodgood.co/articles/green-ramadan-islam-sustainability https://www.wilsoncenter.org/blog-post/wartime-ukraines-election-dilemma https://journals.plos.org/plosone/article?id=10.1371/journal.pone.0297856 Join us in person for intention holding: https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/events-1 ~ Labyrinth Activist Network Zoom calls https://insighttimer.com/cliverj ~ Daily intention holding with Clive on Insight Timer. Our websites: http://heartfulimpact.com/ ~ Our show website. Global Healing Response ~ Offers a wealth of prayers, suggested practices and prompts in response to environmental catastrophe, conflict, and other world events. Legacy Labyrinth Project ~ Creating global energetic connections through the labyrinth; inspiring active intention sending using the labyrinth via labyrinth activism. Clive Johnson Ministry ~ Events and offerings aimed at building beloved community. Impact! Is presented by Ellen Bintz and Clive Johnson. It is produced by Impact Productions. Our show content is hosted by Podbean and available from all major podcast platforms. Our theme music is by Chris Collins. indiemusicbox.com. Our logo artwork is by AltoClassic (Getty Images/istock). Contact us via Facebook Messenger from the Impact! Facebook group, or using any of the contact methods mentioned on our websites. Impact! www.heartfulimpact.com | |||