Episodes

We're familiar with the image of a cold, snowy night with friends gathered around a fireplace laughing, telling stories, everyone enjoying a mug of hot chocolate, maybe with marshmallows. What might we be doing if our mugs were filled with cacao? A ritual? Yes! For more than 50 years, Dina Valentini has followed the path less taken to develop a relationship with the plant known as "the food of the gods." She talks about the botany of cacao, how cacao becomes chocolate, and how she uses cacao in ...

Whatever spiritual path we follow, whether we follow any path, we're far more alike than different. We all understand the importance of hard work and the value of sacrifice. We know how good it can feel to finally lay a burden down.  We know how...

Are you an artisan, a craftsperson, a maker? It's February. It's time to affirm your faith in your talent, prepare your tools, and get to work on your big dream. If you lived in the Old World in the land of the Norse, you'd be preparing your iron...

Representatives from 244 faiths and spiritual paths gather to help heal the world

Think of your home as a living entity. A simple gratitude ritual can change your perspective on what your home really means. Your walls provide structure, shelter, and a sense of security. The floor supports you and keeps you grounded. Running water...

My husband and I have been married for 40 years. He has Alzheimer's Disease. Late stage. I'm his full-time caregiver. I'm fortunate to have a social worker on our medical team, and to be a member of an online dementia support group. Still, there are...

A Folktale about Fatima the Spinner

A Modern Symbol with Ancient Meaning

Part 2 Seashells and Ocean Goddesses

Shells and Ocean Goddesses Part 1

Two rituals for beach and beach-inspired ceremonies

Would you marry him or her again?

How a big city or small town can inspire a personal ritual

Rituals to mark the adventure

How the magic and mythology of birds of prey can be used to create rituals

How to use the magic and mythology of owls to create rituals

Rituals inspired by birds of prey

How your secret sound, crows, parrots, and dolphins can help you produce your best work

What the Black Plague, the Printing Press, Lions, Ants, Cardinals, and Whales have to do with writing

Time to Talk About the Emerging Death-Positive Movement

Rocky Road and Untying the Knot

Rituals to Say Good-Bye

A Ritual for Women of a Certain Age

How I Learned in 1956 that Black Lives Matter