30. Let Vitality Flow

How can we tap into a deeper source of energy when we need it? One of the most effective ways to let vitality flow in our lives is to connect with and embody our values: those qualities that make our lives feel meaningful. In this episode, you’ll learn a short exercise that I do with coaching clients who want to learn more about their personal values and use them to channel greater vitality. We cover: *Where we are in the natural cycles: early Summer *Dams as an example of dominant culture’s desire to control vitality *What it looks like for vitality to be cut off *Ways you can tap into your values and channel the inherent energy that comes with being alive If this podcast feels supportive to you, please subscribe, leave a review, or share it with others! Resources: * “Rooting In: A Collective Grounding Exercise” (free 20-minute call on July 7th): https://www.eventbrite.com/e/rooting-in-a-collective-grounding-exercise-tickets-111686595614 * Nature-based HR: Summer Strategies (Part ⅓): https://drive.google.com/file/d/17JYKbz1MviN1LXeWEv4q5fhYfoToqntw/view?usp=sharing * Career Coaching Services: http://awildnewwork.com/coaching * HR Coaching Services: http://awildnewwork.com/hr-consulting * Why We Should Stop Building Dams: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nvzx1QCXCes&t=225s * Environmental Impacts of Dams: https://www.internationalrivers.org/environmental-impacts-of-dams * American Rivers Organization: https://www.americanrivers.org/ About Megan: Megan Leatherman, MS, PHR, is the founder and director of A Wild New Work, an ecological career and organizational development agency based in the Pacific Northwest. As a mentor, nature lover, writer and speaker, Megan has helped hundreds of professionals feel more aligned in their careers. She has a Master’s degree in conflict resolution, experience in Human Resources, and believes that our work can be a spiritual practice. You can learn more about her at http://awildnewwork.com/about.