In the first podcast episode, Courtney Kaplan, Bert Nelson, and Jessica Luke start from the beginning by talking about pain. They unpack how acknowledging pain can lead to healing and connection. They discuss insights on suffering and ways to alleviate it for themselves and others.

In a world filled with challenges and uncertainties, it's essential to confront the uncomfortable topics of pain and suffering. In this episode, we will explore the significance of acknowledging our struggles, how they connect us, and actionable steps we can take to alleviate suffering in our lives and the lives of others.

Why does this matter? Because when we acknowledge our pain, we open the door to healing. We can learn from our experiences and find ways to alleviate suffering in our lives and those around us.

Let’s share these conversations and learn how to support each other difficult times.

Join us as we explore how to relate to discomfort and transform it into understanding.

LINKS:

Sacred Stream: https://www.sacredstream.org/
Circle of Shamanic Practioners: https://www.appliedshamanism.org/
Book: The Myth of Normal by Gabor Mate

Bert Nelson is a spiritual counselor, Buddhist minister, and energy medicine practitioner. He works with individuals navigating change, grief, identity, and questions of meaning, supporting clients in reconnecting with themselves and living with greater clarity and intention.
On Substack @BrightRavenArts
https://www.brightravencounseling.com/

Jessica Luke is a Depth Counselor and Integrative Healing Practitioner, and founder of The Well Grounded Soul and the https://1440health.com/, an integrative healing center in Bethesda, Maryland. She works with individuals navigating transition and emotional complexity, supporting them in reconnecting with their bodies, intuition, and deeper sense of truth.
On IG @thewellgroundedsoul
https://thewellgroundedsoul.com/

Courtney Kaplan is a coach based in Oakland, CA. After years in the corporate world, she founded Iconic Leadership Coaching to help people navigate work complexities, leverage their strengths, and grow their authentic leadership style. She uses emotional, physical and spiritual tools to help clients find peace and power.
On Substack @courtneykaplan
https://www.iconicleadershipcoaching.com/