JourneyTalks Podcast

What if the key to a more fulfilling life starts with appreciating the simple joys around you? In our latest episode of the Journey Talks Podcast, we welcome Marley Palmer/Benezra, the inspiring founder of "Marley Does It" and former educator, who shares her transformation from education to creating peaceful spaces. Marley opens up about her journey towards embracing gratitude in a more profound way, moving beyond traditional teachings to savor everyday pleasures like morning walks with her spouse. Her story serves as a heartfelt reminder to cherish the little moments that truly make life meaningful.

Creating organized spaces emerges as a transformative theme, with Marley sharing her passion for bringing order and tranquility to both homes and educational settings. Drawing from her teaching background, she explains the benefits of structured environments for children's executive function skills and offers practical advice for those overwhelmed by clutter. By valuing self-reflection and personal growth, Marley highlights practices such as meditation and creativity that foster deep connections with our inner selves. This episode encourages listeners to see the journey of self-discovery as an ongoing process of learning, self-awareness, and acceptance.

After years of working hard and seeing limited results in my personal growth, I received a special gift: the transformative power of gratitude through the wisdom of Frank Woggon, a key mentor in my life. Frank's journey from post-war Germany to authoring "The Empathic God: A Clinical Theology of Atonement" offers profound insights into how life's most meaningful gifts, like love and grace, are not earned but received with gratitude.
Frank shares a deeply personal narrative about his journey through Clinical Pastoral Education. By viewing his past through a trauma-informed lens, Frank demonstrates how vulnerability can serve as a powerful tool for healing and growth. Our dialogue highlights the evolving role of pastoral care, encouraging the creation of spaces where individuals can safely explore their vulnerabilities and find wholeness in their stories.
Join us as we celebrate the power of gratitude and the journey toward empathy and unity in a world eager for healing.

Are you ready to unlock the transformative power of gratitude and discover your purpose in life? Join us for an enlightening conversation with Nicole Bloom, an esteemed author, philosopher, and spiritual mentor. In this episode, Nicole takes us on a profound journey through her own evolution, sharing her philosophy on the vital role of gratitude in guiding us towards internal paradise. Learn how self-awareness, letting go, and honoring our spirit can amplify our sense of gratitude and lead to personal growth. Nicole's wisdom and insights will inspire you to embrace gratitude as the key to unlocking your true potential.
Host: @journeytalkspodcast - Jorge Gonzalez

Guest: @humansbloom - Nicole Bloom

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Ever wonder how a professional percussionist navigates the rhythmic waves of life? Join us on a musical journey with German Baratto, a remarkable musician, composer, and arranger, who also juggles his role as a marketing manager and artist relations director at Meinl drums & percussion with his dad duties. Tag along as German opens up about his life's symphony, his career transition from engineering to music, and how Zen Buddhist meditation has been a grounding tool in his life.
Host: @journeytalkspodcast - Jorge Gonzalez

Guest: @germanbaratto - German Baratto

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What if embracing gratitude could transform your life? Former baseball player turned real estate professional Angel Nicolas believes it can. Join us as he shares his journey from the baseball field to the real estate market and reveals how gratitude has been his guiding light. Angel shares his personal practices of starting and ending each day with gratitude, turning life's challenges into opportunities for growth. He highlights the immense power of being thankful for fundamental aspects such as health and family, and how this mindset has shaped his professional and personal life.
Angel's story extends beyond gratitude, touching on the courage it takes to pursue dreams in the face of uncertainty. Reflecting on his 20-year baseball journey, Angel speaks candidly about the lessons learned from failure and how these experiences have built resilience and fearlessness. We discuss the significance of embracing the process rather than obsessing over outcomes, illustrating how investing energy into the journey leads to success. Angel encourages listeners to overcome fear and negativity, emphasizing the transformative power of utilizing one's gifts and taking risks to achieve fulfillment and growth.
This episode encourages listeners to tap into their inner wisdom, slow down their thoughts, and harness creativity and intentionality. By reflecting on the potential within, Angel offers insights on how we can all contribute to making the world a better place, underscoring the shared connection and abundant possibilities inherent in each of us.