In the final episode, I leave you with a message that I am bringing out to the world, on stages and in immersive experiences and retreats: we are responsible for creating the world we want to live in and that change starts from within. It has been the message of this podcast since the beginning and it still needs to be heard.

What’s in this episode for you:

• How many DEI initiatives are missing the mark

• Why separating ourselves from those we don’t like is not the answer

• The only place to start if we’re going to make progress

• Why bringing people closer will shatter fear and divisiveness

• My dream for our workplaces, communities, and schools

• Much gratitude for all the people, including you, who made this circle sacred

Stay connected:

If you want to stay in touch with our work in the world, sign up for the Hum Consulting newsletter at www.humconsulting.ca or connect with me on Instagram, LinkedIn and Youtube. If you'd like to book a talk, retreat or immersive experience to help your community decolonize, become agents of change and find peace in their lives, send me an email at: podcast@humconsulting.ca. 

Pick up the talking piece:

What came up for you as you listened to this episode? I'd love to hear about your experiences with any of the reflections and exercises. Send me an email at podcast@humconsulting.ca.

Gratitude: 

Circle of Change is recorded on lək̓ʷəŋən territories.

Be the change by becoming a Circle of Change Supporter. Learn more at www.humconsulting.ca/donate

Our opening and closing music was created by the talented E-Rol Beats. You can find his creations at www.erolbeats.com

My fabulous podcast coach, Mary Chan of Organized Sound Productions, brought this podcast to life www.organizedsound.ca

The penultimate episode of Circle of Change gives you the perspectives and ways of being to navigate and resolve the urgent issues in our world today, from climate change to mental health crises.  Through their stories, Joan Brown and Scott Saywell guide us toward what is to come and show us what is possible when we do the work required to bridge Indigenous and non-Indigenous worldviews and walk together.

What’s in this episode for you: 

• An inspiring story of two people with different upbringings coming together for a greater purpose

• The reasons why turning toward the land is the solution we are seeking

• What is required of you to walk in two worlds and change systems

• How to stay true to yourself as you carve out new paths forward

• A clear description of the work that is urgent right now

Tools for change: 

Here are the Syeyutsus Reconciliation Framework and speaker series and the book Unsettling The Settler Within that Scott refers to.

Reclaim Your Lifeforce starts April 13th, 2023.  Learn more and register here. 

Who's in circle with us: 

Joan Brown is a lifelong administrator and current Chief Administrative Officer of the Snuneymuwx First Nation. In my words, she is also a storyteller, a knowledge keeper, and a community leader whose voice is creating waves of change in the circles in which she sits.

Scott Saywell is the Superintendent of Nanaimo Ladysmith Public Schools. He holds a Master of Arts in Educational Leadership from San Diego State University, and a Bachelor of Education and Science from Mount Allison University. In his 32 years of service in education, he has focused his attention on improving life chances for the most unique, disadvantaged, and vulnerable learners.

Pick up the talking piece:

What came up for you as you listened to this episode? I'd love to hear about your experiences with any of the reflections and exercises. Send me an email at podcast@humconsulting.ca.

Gratitude: 

Circle of Change is recorded on lək̓ʷəŋən territories.

Be the change by becoming a Circle of Change Supporter. Learn more at www.humconsulting.ca/donate

Our opening and closing music was created by the talented E-Rol Beats. You can find his creations at www.erolbeats.com

My fabulous podcast coach, Mary Chan of Organized Sound Productions, brought this podcast to life www.organizedsound.ca

I love taking stock of how far we've come in just one season.  It surprises and lights me up to look at the journey - not only here but also in life.  As we close out the season, let's remember the lessons we've learned, how far we've come, and prepare for the spring season of initiation.

What’s in this episode for you:

• An inventory of how we've expanded this winter

• Insightful questions to support your own inventory taking

• Announcement of my new change-maker programs

• A call for your support to breathe life into this podcast

• A reminder to take rest before the initiation of spring

Pick up the talking piece:

What came up for you as you listened to this episode? I'd love to hear about your experiences with any of the reflections and exercises. Send me an email at podcast@humconsulting.ca.

Gratitude: 

Circle of Change is recorded on lək̓ʷəŋən territories.

Be the change by becoming a Circle of Change Supporter. Learn more at www.humconsulting.ca/donate

Our opening and closing music was created by the talented E-Rol Beats. You can find his creations at www.erolbeats.com

My fabulous podcast coach, Mary Chan of Organized Sound Productions, brought this podcast to life www.organizedsound.ca