The Nourish Collective

Jeanette Sealy and Kate Strakosch
The Nourish Collective

Welcome to the Nourish Collective. Our mission is to offer this as a place of community connection, where we honor and celebrate each individual’s unique gifts and passions, share rituals for all the seasons and cycles of life, and bring light to both ancient and modern practices that transform communities to the new earth paradigm. One that is more loving, compassionate, and life-affirming.

  1. Episode Fifteen | Listening to the More-Than-Human World: Awakening Through Silence and Ancient Wisdom with Gabriela Gutierrez

    5 DAYS AGO

    Episode Fifteen | Listening to the More-Than-Human World: Awakening Through Silence and Ancient Wisdom with Gabriela Gutierrez

    In this heartfelt and soul-stirring episode of the Nourish Collective Podcast, host Jeanette Sealy sits down with the inspiring Gabriela Gutiérrez, a healer, polyglot, and wisdom-keeper whose journey spans continents, traditions, and profound spiritual exploration. Together, they delve into the themes of ancient wisdom, the natural world, and the deep listening required to reconnect with both. Tune in for a deeply nourishing conversation filled with wisdom, connection, and the invitation to listen more deeply to yourself and the world around you. Episode Highlights: Listening to the Natural WorldGabriela explores the profound practice of listening deeply to the "more-than-human" world. From sitting with beehives to immersing in silence, she reveals how this practice nourishes the soul and helps us navigate a chaotic modern world. Ritual Practices for the SolsticeDiscover a transformative three-day solstice ritual that invites us to seed our intentions into the womb of the dark and dream a more nourishing life into being. Gabriela offers actionable steps to connect with the sacred rhythms of the earth during this potent time. On Bees and Ancient WisdomGabriela shares her research into the sacred symbolism of bees in ancient traditions and their connection to women's spiritual experiences. Learn how observing the natural world can unlock ancestral wisdom embedded in our bones and bloodlines. Reconnecting Through Poetry and WalksThe conversation turns to the power of poetry and simple practices, like daily walks at dawn or dusk, to deepen our connection to ourselves and the world around us. Gabriela and Jeanette reflect on how these small yet profound actions can create space for transformation and renewal. Through this episode, Gabriela and Jeanette weave a rich tapestry of wisdom, insight, and actionable practices for awakening and embodiment. Whether you’re curious about solstice rituals, mythopoetic traditions, or simply seeking ways to cultivate presence in your life, this episode will leave you inspired and grounded. Takeaways: Practical steps for solstice rituals and seasonal renewal. Insights into the mythic and spiritual significance of bees and nature. Inspiration to embrace poetry, walks, and solitude as tools for reconnection. Tune in for a deeply nourishing conversation filled with wisdom, connection, and the invitation to listen more deeply to yourself and the world around you.   Watch the full unedited video of our conversation here   Connect with Gabriela here and read her Substack here.

    1h 31m
  2. Episode Twelve | Taking A Leap Of Love with Mychal Mills

    02/28/2023

    Episode Twelve | Taking A Leap Of Love with Mychal Mills

    Meet Mychal Mychal Mills, MBA, is a transformational leader from New Jersey. Since childhood, Mychal found a passion to serve and uplift the community. In 2014, he co-founded Konscious Youth Development & Service (KYDS), a nonprofit transforming youth, schools and communities through holistic practices facilitating mindfulness, social-emotional learning, trauma-healing, restorative practices and resilience building. KYDS has partnered with over 120 schools throughout New Jersey impacting 15,000 youth, 7,000 educators, and thousands of community members. In 2022, Mychal joined the TEL (Transformative Educational Leadership) team as a lead facilitator where he supports the advancement of educational leaders across the country. As a leader, Mychal is skilled in community collaboration, aligning higher purpose within the heart to create ripples of change in the world. Mychal’s capabilities expand in mindfulness, heartfulness, public speaking, mentorship, fierce compassion, critical & creative thinking, and purpose-driven dialogue. He holds a Bachelor’s in Business Management and MBA from Monmouth University. Mychal has prior leadership experience working with Feeding America FoodBanks, Boys & Girls Club and other community initiatives. Mychal is a sound healing facilitator and poet/author. Mychal’s purpose is to awaken infinite love within self and humanity. Resources and Links Konscious Youth Development & Service Pachamama Alliance

    51 min

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Welcome to the Nourish Collective. Our mission is to offer this as a place of community connection, where we honor and celebrate each individual’s unique gifts and passions, share rituals for all the seasons and cycles of life, and bring light to both ancient and modern practices that transform communities to the new earth paradigm. One that is more loving, compassionate, and life-affirming.

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