Episode 210 with Harrison Meagher - The power of presence & purpose

04/01/25 • 54 min

The Conscious Action Podcast by Brian Berneman

On this episode Brian Berneman and Harrison Meagher explore the power of presence, purpose, alignment in business and more.

The power of presence:

The discussion delves into the concept of "presence" - the deep, divine essence within each person that can be consciously infused into one's work and interactions to create greater impact and resonance. They explore how to tune into and embody this presence.

Aligning business with purpose:

Supporting spiritual business owners and entrepreneurs to expand their impact, ensuring their purpose, presence, and heart are fully expressed through their offerings and service to the world.

Honoring cycles and rhythms:

Brian and Harrison discuss the importance of honoring one's natural cycles and rhythms, especially for women, and how this can support more sustainable, balanced, and inspired expression of one's work and purpose.

Embracing the full spectrum of experience:

They emphasize the importance of having compassion for all of one's experiences, the "light" and the "dark", and how this allows one to truly integrate and embody their wholeness, rather than judging or rejecting parts of the journey.

Expanding impact through technology and travel:

Harrison encourages the listeners to utilize modern tools like social media and AI, as well as the ability to travel, to expand the reach and impact of their heart-centered work, even if it feels scary or unfamiliar at first.

Harrison Meagher is a Spiritual Business Coach devoted to helping spiritual entrepreneurs, business owners & Creatives reconnect with their unique PURPOSE, PRESENCE & MAGIC.
For more about Harrison find him on Instagram, Facebook & https://www.harrisonmeagher.org/.

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On this episode Brian Berneman and Harrison Meagher explore the power of presence, purpose, alignment in business and more.

The power of presence:

Aligning business with purpose:

Supporting spiritual business owners and entrepreneurs to expand their impact, ensuring their purpose, presence, and heart are fully expressed through their offerings and service to the world.

Honoring cycles and rhythms:

Embracing the full spectrum of experience:

Expanding impact through technology and travel:

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Episode 209 with Jenny Morgan - Communication with empathy & compassion

On this episode Brian Berneman and Jenny Morgan explore approaches to challenging conversations, emphasizing empathy and understanding diverse perspectives.

Key Takeaways:

Empathy & self-awareness are crucial for effective communication across differing views
Fear & shame are counterproductive; curiosity and compassion foster connection
Creating time/space to understand others' experiences is vital, despite perceived urgency
Language & labels can both connect and divide; nuanced understanding is key

Understanding Self and Others:

Self-awareness enables better understanding of others' perspectives & experiences
Recognizing common human experiences (e.g. trauma, survival mechanisms) builds empathy

Empathy, Fear & Shame in Conversations:

Fear stems from feeling unsafe, can lead to lashing out or freezing up
Shame is ineffective for inspiring change
Empathy requires curiosity & openness to others' unique realities

Language & Emotional Complexity:

Words/labels can create misunderstanding; important to clarify meanings
Emotions are complex; rarely experiencing just one feeling at a time
Being comfortable with nuance and "gray areas" enables more productive dialogue

Positive Approach to Change:

Optimistic realism: focusing on potential for growth & positive outcomes
Finding common ground can bridge ideological divides
Engagement with positive news/framing more impactful than "doom and gloom"

Book "Cancel Culture in Climate":

Helps readers explore themselves & form connections across differences
Provides frameworks for motivational conversations & value-based discussions

Jenny Morgan is a dedicated advocate for sustainable change, with expertise spanning Corporate Social Responsibility, social and environmental impact, the B Corp Movement, and climate strategy. Her passion lies in creating lasting, positive impact, and fostering collaboration within the climate movement.

For more about Jenny find her on cancelcultureinclimate.com.

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Episode 211 with Olivia Johnson-Lee - Reconnecting with your cycle

On this episode Brian Berneman talks with Olivia Johnson-Lee about reconnecting with our cycles and the power we have in aligning to natural cycles.

Olivia's journey:

She describes her journey of seeking answers for her mental health challenges as a teenager, which led her to explore yoga, women's circles, and eventually birth doula training. This inspired her to dive deeper into the menstrual cycle and bring awareness to the womb space.

Understanding the menstrual cycle:

Olivia explains the four phases of the menstrual cycle - menstruation, follicular, ovulation, and luteal - and how they can be compared to the seasons. She emphasizes the importance of tuning into our own direct experience of the cycle rather than just learning about it externally. Olivia shares examples of how tracking her own cycle revealed patterns and insights about her mental and physical experiences.

Honoring the cycle and creating safety:

Brian & Olivia discuss the importance of honoring our individual experiences and needs throughout the cycle, and creating safety and self-compassion as we share this with others. She suggests starting small with the "1% rule" and being discerning about who we open up to. They also speak to the role of men in supporting and honoring the feminine cycle.

The connection between cycles and birth:

Olivia shares her perspective on the connection between conscious menstruation work and the birth process. She believes that developing a trusting relationship with our cycle can help us approach birth with more ease and surrender, as the cycle is an innate intelligence that we can learn to work with.

For more about Olivia find her on Instagram and https://www.rosefromroot.com/. Free tracking resource Olivia mentioned in the podcast- https://www.rosefromroot.com/store/p/free-cycle-tracking-chart-guide

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