Peace and Love Amplifiers: Recent Episodes
Julia Torres
Peace & Love Amplifiers distills teachings of spiritual leaders, scientists, and thinkers into everyday action steps that will work to shift our society. Hosted by award-winning, international best-selling author and peace minister JG Torres, you will hear conversations and personal experiences that will ask listeners "What are you feeding the field?"
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Breaking a cycle of any kind is difficult, let alone when that cycle is generational poverty. Providing money-earning opportunities for the young people stuck in cyclical poverty is a key step for providing hope for their future - and an incredible nonprofit in New Jersey is doing just that.
In today’s episode, I am joined by Dan Rhoton who works for the New Jersey nonprofit organization, Hopeworks. Hopeworks provides a positive and peaceful atmosphere to provide young people the opportunities to break the cycle of violence and poverty. Dan and his team focus on technology, education, and entrepreneurship to connect young people to open work at businesses within the community. Throughout this episode, Dan talks about his journey to working with Hopeworks, how they work with New Jersey youth, his perspective on ending the cycle of poverty, and much more. With inspiring positivity and a strong desire to help others, Dan’s work with Hopeworks is changing the lives of the youth in New Jersey.
Tune in to Episode 31 of Peace and Love Amplifiers to learn about the incredible work that Hopeworks is doing in Camden!
Some Questions I Ask:
- Can you describe Camden for our listeners? (7:17)
- Can you describe the things Hopeworks does to give the youth real-world experience? (13:30)
In this episode, you will learn:
- About the peacebuilding work at HopeWorks (4:21)
- How history impacts all of us (11:09)
- How Dan was led to Hopeworks (15:36)
- Dan’s recommendations for listeners (28:12)
Connect with Dan & Hopeworks
- Hopeworks website
Let’s Connect!
- Embodying Peace Online Class
- Peace and Love Amplifiers Facebook Page
- Peacebuilders United Facebook Group
- @PeaceandLoveAmplifiers on Instagram
- Find guided meditations on the Peace and Love Amplifiers YouTube Page
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Do you know anyone who has been diagnosed with, passed away from, or recovered from cancer? Cancer has touched the lives of too many people around the world and while there isn’t a cure yet, there is a support system for those who are battling the disease.
In today’s episode, I am joined by Liz Curran and Karla Mans Giroux , the founders of Health Navigators. After losing her sister to breast cancer, Liz has become inspired to empower others to find their voice and play an active role in their health and recovery without feeling alone. Liz has gone on to become a holistic cancer health coach and provides those battling cancer with a mindset roadmap and community of support. Liz’s partner, Karla, is a cancer thriver. After being diagnosed with breast cancer, Karla embarked on a healing and learning journey to help herself gain optimal health and longevity. She is blessed to report that her scans are stable and she hasn’t had evidence of disease since 2016. From both of their personal experiences, Liz and Karla have joined together to inspire and support those who are battling cancer through the foundation of Health Navigators.
Tune in to Episode 30 of Peace and Love Amplifiers to learn how you can help support those in your life battling cancer and the mission behind Liz and Karla’s work at Health Navigators!
Some Questions I Ask:
- How do you help the people change their mindset?(14:30)
- How important is it for the people around the patient to support that person? (22:58)
- How can a listener support and follow your work? (33:34)
- What do you do right now to help you find inner peace? (38:38)
In this episode, you will learn:
- About Liz’s experience watching her sister’s journey with breast cancer (5:39)
- About Karla’s diagnosis of breast cancer (7:22)
- How your mind and body are connected (18:02)
- How Liz and Karla work with the caregivers (28:28)
Connect with Liz & Karla
- Health Navigators Website
Let’s Connect!
- Embodying Peace Online Class
- Peace and Love Amplifiers Facebook Page
- Peacebuilders United Facebook Group
- @PeaceandLoveAmplifiers on Instagram
- Find guided meditations on the Peace and Love Amplifiers YouTube Page
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In today’s day and age, we have all felt overwhelmed with the rush of society, the pressures of perfection, and the influence of technology. Learn how to turn that chaos into clarity and become an overwhelm warrior!
In today’s episode, I am joined by Elsie Kerns. Elsie has had an enormous impact on my personal and professional life. She is one of my favorite people and what I like to call the ‘fairy Godmother of the holistic realm’. Elsie is a graduate of the Barbara Brennan School of Healing, certified in energy work, trained in diamond heart training, a large proponent of Joe Dispenza, and a Reiki trainer. Today, Elsie helps women to stop the overwhelm in their lives, discover their passion, and renew their energy through her webinars and individual and group sessions. Throughout this episode, Elsie describes the turning point in her life that led her to following her truth, lessons she has learned throughout her work, what her advice is for building peace within your life, and much more.
Tune in to Episode 29 of Peace and Love Amplifiers to learn Elsie’s insights and wisdom on energy, intuition, and peace!
Some Questions I Ask:
- What’s the difference between when you just started your career and now? (6:00)
- How do you keep your work vibrant? (14:56)
- Can you talk about inner connectivity? (21:30)
- Are your classes both virtual and in-person? (32:50)
In this episode, you will learn:
- How Elsie discovered her career path (3:14)
- What Elsie does to get herself back to peace (13:17)
- The importance of a morning practice (16:58)
- How Elsie’s anxiety led her to work towards inner peace (25:57)
- How to access a free consultation with Elsie (32:18)
Resources:
- Book - The Power of Intention by Dr. Wayne Dyer
- Spiral Dynamics
Connect with Elsie
- Sign up for a 30-min. complimentary consultation
- Website
- 856.988.7426 / 609.744.6787 (talk/text)
- Facebook Profile
- Facebook Page
- Facebook Group - The Divine Feminine Gathering
Let’s Connect!
- Embodying Peace Online Class
- Peace and Love Amplifiers Facebook Page
- Peacebuilders United Facebook Group
- @PeaceandLoveAmplifiers on Instagram
- Find guided meditations on the Peace and Love Amplifiers YouTube Page
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The day this episode is released, June 22nd, is not only my birthday but also the first day of summer. I hope this episode helps you and your family make the most out of the summer together!
In today’s solo episode, I am gearing this episode towards parents on how to amplify peace and love in their kids' lives. I have discovered the importance of empowering my daughter to amplify peace and love with the people she interacts with. As the kids are home for summer and you are spending more time with family, lead by example with your own actions to show your children the value of spreading peace and love. Use the tools I share in this episode to show your children that we can care about the world, we can change the world, and the actions we take can truly make a difference in our society.
Tune in to Episode 28 of Peace and Love Amplifiers to learn about my tips and tricks for showing your children how to amplify peace and love!
In this episode, you will learn:
- My daughter’s way of spreading love (5:40)
- The three methods of peace (10:30)
- How to make your home a place of peace and love (16:17)
- About the toolkit I made my daughter (19:48)
- The events to come for International Day of Peace (25:51)
Resources:
- Book: Steven S. Sadleir - Looking For God
- International Day of Peace, UN
Let’s Connect!
- Embodying Peace Online Class
- Peace and Love Amplifiers Facebook Page
- Peacebuilders United Facebook Group
- @PeaceandLoveAmplifiers on Instagram
- Find guided meditations on the Peace and Love Amplifiers YouTube Page
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How do you define perfection? We know that perfection is impossible - we all make mistakes. So why do we put pressure on ourselves to be perfect? It’s time we redefine perfection and find peace.
In today’s solo episode, I wanted to touch base and reconnect with you. It will soon be my 50th birthday and as it’s been approaching I’ve started to reflect and process who I am at this stage in my life. Throughout this episode, you will hear about the recent stress I have felt as a result of the pressure I put on myself to be perfect, why I think we need to redefine perfection, and the journey to accepting imperfection. I have found a few tools that I go to during periods of angst, anxiety, and stress, but I am still learning and working to answer the question: how can we find peace in how things are?
Tune in to Episode 27 of Peace and Love Amplifiers to continue on this journey with me of accepting imperfection and finding peace.
In this episode, you will learn:
- My thoughts on turning 50 and getting older (1:54)
- Examples of how I put pressure on myself (3:17)
- Redefining perfection (8:00)
- The tools I use to recenter my mindset and ego (13:46)
- Accepting your imperfections (21:47)
Resources:
- Book - Wabi Sabi by Beth Kempton
- Guided morning meditation to anchor in inner peace
Let’s Connect!
- Embodying Peace Online Class
- Peace and Love Amplifiers Facebook Page
- Peacebuilders United Facebook Group
- @PeaceandLoveAmplifiers on Instagram
- Find guided meditations on the Peace and Love Amplifiers YouTube Page
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It’s no secret that when we’re moving into adulthood, as children and teens, we’re sometimes forced to find our path alone. Society teaches us that once we turn 18, we should start to figure things out by ourselves, and we’re thrown into the deep end of the world without a lifeline. But that shouldn’t necessarily be the case.
In today’s episode, I am joined by a dear friend of mine, Maria Pinardo, who’s been part of The Bridge for 25 years – a unique program of support and positive lifestyle enrichment for youth and adults. They hold weekly empowerment sessions, often led by the youth, focusing on leadership, communication, team building, anti-bullying, self-care, and more. Maria kindly explains their mission and how things work inside The Bridge, and shares a few things we can all do every day to keep our peaceful state of mind.
Tune in to Episode 26 of Peace and Love Amplifiers to learn how The Bridge facilitates safe spaces for authentic relating and builds harmonious connections among diverse participants.
In this episode, you will learn:
- The importance of being part of a community and The Bridge’s mission (02:32)
- How the Weekly Empowerment Sessions give voice to the youth (07:22)
- Listening with love, compassion, and managing our emotional landscape (11:44)
- How you can lift yourself up every day (17:14)
- Why Maria accepted to co-author the book Flashpoint (24:52)
- How you can start your own Bridge (29:24)
Resources:
- The Bridge website: http://www.virtua.org/bridge
- Email:TheBridge@virtua.org
- Book - Flashpoint: Your Turnaround Story Starts Here, Volume 1
Let’s Connect!
- Embodying Peace Online Class
- Peace and Love Amplifiers Facebook Page
- Peacebuilders United Facebook Group
- @PeaceandLoveAmplifiers on Instagram
- Find guided meditations on the Peace and Love Amplifiers YouTube Page
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How do you celebrate “Peace Day” on September 21st? If you find yourself in the Philadelphia area, check out the events that Peace Day Philly is putting on.
In today’s episode, I am joined by Lisa Parker, the founder of Peace Day Philly. Peace Day Philly was founded in 2011 and promotes and collaborates on programming related to personal, local and/or global peace, on and around September 21st - the United Nations International Day of Peace. Lisa and her team work to accomplish their mission of empowering all people to collaboratively build a more peaceful and just world.
Tune in to Episode 25 of Peace and Love Amplifiers to learn about Lisa’s journey to founding Peace Day Philly, what her role is within the organization, and how Lisa’s personal peace journey has evolved.
In This Episode You Will Learn
- What brought Lisa to founding Peace Day Philly (3:05)
- Lisa’s role within the organization (9:00)
- About Lisa’s personal peace journey while building Peace Day Philly (14:40)
- How Lisa’s son impacted her peace journey (20:02)
- The future for Peace Day Philly (24:40)
Connect with
- Website
Let’s Connect!
- Embodying Peace Online Class
- Peace and Love Amplifiers Facebook Page
- Peacebuilders United Facebook Group
- @PeaceandLoveAmplifiers on Instagram
- Find guided meditations on the Peace and Love Amplifiers YouTube Page
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How has your environment influenced your political views? It’s no secret that our country has been in an extreme political divide in recent years but we have to remember that each of our perspectives are valid.
In today’s episode, I am joined by two incredible women, Karen Reiner and Ellen Laird, the co-chairs of the New Jersey Chapter of Braver Angels. This organization is near and dear to my heart, the work that they are doing is exactly what our country needs right now. Throughout this episode, Karen and Ellen explain the mission of Braver Angels, how the 2016 election impacted their lives, and the workshops that they offer.
Tune in to Episode 24 of Peace and Love Amplifiers to learn about the New Jersey Chapter of Braver Angels and how they are on a mission to end the political divide in our country.
In This Episode You Will Learn
- The mission of Braver Angels (2:27)
- How the 2016 election impacted Karen and Ellen (6:15)
- The different workshops that Braver Angels offers (14:30)
- How we express our core values in our political beliefs (19:15)
- About Braver Angels' goal (26:26)
Connect with Braver Angels
- Website
Let’s Connect!
- Embodying Peace Online Class
- Peace and Love Amplifiers Facebook Page
- Peacebuilders United Facebook Group
- @PeaceandLoveAmplifiers on Instagram
- Find guided meditations on the Peace and Love Amplifiers YouTube Page
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What is your cultural awareness about the Native American tribes? Connecting to the Earth and expressing gratitude is a fundamental part of the tribal culture, and one we can all implement more of in our daily life.
In today’s episode, I am joined by Bud Johnston, president of the Keepers of the Sacred Tradition of Pipemakers. Bud’s organization brings both national and international recognition to Pipestone by traveling all over the world to present and educate people about American Indian history and culture. Bud is on a mission to build peace, promote unity, and teach lessons about Native culture.
Tune in to Episode 23 of Peace and Love Amplifiers to learn about the incredible work the Pipemakers are doing, the importance of connecting to Mother Earth, and how you can help Bud along his mission.
In This Episode You Will Learn
- What Keepers of the Sacred Tradition of Pipemakers does (2:20)
- To share gratitude (7:15)
- How music affects the planet (10:23)
- About the tea of life (17:50)
- How to help the Pipemakers (24:07)
Connect with Bud
- Keepers of the Sacred Tradition of Pipemakers
Let’s Connect!
- Embodying Peace Online Class
- Peace and Love Amplifiers Facebook Page
- Peacebuilders United Facebook Group
- @PeaceandLoveAmplifiers on Instagram
- Find guided meditations on the Peace and Love Amplifiers YouTube Page
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Are you aware of your personal energy and the energy of those around you? Connect with your energy and embrace your divine power!
In today’s episode, I am joined by Nathalie Osborn, a natural energizer on a mission to leave the world better than she found it. As an engineer, transformational facilitator, and speaker, she’s helped positively power a better world by implementing over $500M in energy efficiency and renewable energy programs and continues to empower burnt-out professionals recharge their personal energy to fuel success, unplug stress, and energize a life they love. Nathalie is the co-author of the international bestseller "Ignite Your Leadership: Proven Tools for Leaders to Energize Teams, Fuel Momentum, and Accelerate Results”, and the go-to gal for positively powering your personal energy!
Tune in to Episode 22 of Peace and Love Amplifiers to learn how Nathalie’s background led to her career, the difficulties she has had along the way, and the techniques that you can apply to your life!
In This Episode You Will Learn
- About Nathalie’s background (3:28)
- Nathalie’s techniques to navigate her limiting beliefs (16:53)
- To discover your energizers (22:15)
- To reconnect by slowing down (28:50)
- To honor your grief and sadness (33:10)
Connect with Nathalie
- Website
- Book
Let’s Connect!
- Embodying Peace Online Class
- Peace and Love Amplifiers Facebook Page
- Peacebuilders United Facebook Group
- @PeaceandLoveAmplifiers on Instagram
- Find guided meditations on the Peace and Love Amplifiers YouTube Page
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Do you know anyone that is transgender? Whether you have someone in your life that is trans or not, it is important to educate yourself on how to be an ally for the transgender community.
In today’s episode, I am joined by mother/daughter duo Bridget Sampson and Jackie Thornhill of the Transgender School. When Jackie came out to Bridget as a transgender woman, it did not go as well as it could have. Bridget slowly began to become more comfortable with Jackie’s transitioning and has since become an ally and advocate for the transgender community. Together, Bridget and Jackie have created The Transgender School to help educate more people about how to support transgender people in their lives.
Tune in to Episode 21 of Peace and Love Amplifiers to learn how Jackie and Bridget’s relationship has evolved since Jackie came out, why they started the Transgender School, the tools they recommend to be an ally, and more!
In This Episode You Will Learn
- Jackie’s story of coming out (3:00)
- How the Transgender School came to be (4:16)
- Calls to action that listeners can take (15:15)
- About the courses the Transgender School provides (21:00)
- To continue to spread unconditional love (25:58)
Connect with The Transgender School
- Free Zoom Webinar: Three Things to know about Transgender People
- Transgender School Website
- Transgender School Facebook Community
Let’s Connect!
- Embodying Peace Online Class
- Peace and Love Amplifiers Facebook Page
- Peacebuilders United Facebook Group
- @PeaceandLoveAmplifiers on Instagram
- Find guided meditations on the Peace and Love Amplifiers YouTube Page
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We’ve been through a lot since the beginning of this podcast and I want to reconnect with you.
In today’s solo episode, I am checking in with you to refresh the mission of this podcast. So much has happened since we launched in October and I’ve been fortunate to have incredible guests that have helped me to share my mission in the midst of everything else going on in the world. Throughout this episode, I reflect on the journey of this podcast and explain how each of our peace-building actions has a bigger impact than we know.
Tune in to Episode 20 of Peace and Love Amplifiers to learn what my intention is with this podcast, the upcoming guests that will help with my mission, call to action, and more!
In This Episode You Will Learn
- How this podcast is my ministry (3:00)
- The strength of your personal impact (6:05)
- About my upcoming guests (9:25)
- About my course, Embodying Peace (15:30)
- My call to action (19:30)
Connect with Dan
- The Peace Alliance website
- Sign the Petition: The Blueprint for Peace
- Florida Restorative Justice Association
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Who is advocating for peace throughout your local community? You may not even know the people within your community that are helping to build and spread peace, but after this episode, you will appreciate their work more than ever.
In today’s episode, I am joined by my friend, Dan Kahn. He is on the leadership council of the Peace Alliance and the National Field Coordinator, teaching empathy skills to teenagers in community programs in Tallahassee, FL as a case manager. Dan promotes the growth of restorative justice practices statewide as Executive Director of the Florida Restorative Justice Program and coaches peacebuilding advocates globally. Peacebuilding can be challenging to navigate but Dan’s career is a testament to the change it consistently brings.
Tune in to Episode 19 of Peace and Love Amplifiers to learn about the mission of the Peace Alliance, what Dan’s role is within his community, and why peacebuilding can be difficult.
Some Questions I Ask:
- What do you teach your teenagers? (11:51)
- Can you describe what exactly restorative justice is? (21:47)
- If the world were perfect, what would it look like to you? (32:30)
In This Episode You Will Learn
- What The Peace Alliance is (3:56)
- How Dan handles triggers (9:40)
- The cost/benefit analysis of peacebuilding (19:15)
- That peacebuilding is dynamic (25:40)
- How you can be involved in The Peace Alliance (35:17)
Resources Mentioned
- Feelings & Needs
Connect with Dan
- The Peace Alliance website
- Sign the Petition: The Blueprint for Peace
- Florida Restorative Justice Association
Let’s Connect!
- Embodying Peace Online Class
- Peace and Love Amplifiers Facebook Page
- Peacebuilders United Facebook Group
- @PeaceandLoveAmplifiers on Instagram
- Find guided meditations on the Peace and Love Amplifiers YouTube Page
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Grief comes in all shapes and forms, and having self-compassion to give yourself the time to grieve is so important for you to heal.
In today’s episode, I am joined by Diana Curtis, a grief recovery specialist and owner of Coaching to the Heart. Her focus is to empower women to heal from grief after losing a loved one and help her clients find a path to inner peace and fulfillment. Diana created the Transcend Grief Now method to teach as many people as possible how to grieve with grace and self-compassion.
Tune in to Episode 18 of Peace and Love Amplifiers to learn what led Diana to her mission to help others heal from grief, what grief is, the different ways grief can show up, and more!
In This Episode You Will Learn
- What led Diana to her mission (3:08)
- The ways that grief can show up (13:15)
- To live in love or fear (20:11)
- How Diana heals herself (27:30)
- About the course Diana developed (31:30)
Connect with Diana
- Coaching to the Heart website
Let’s Connect!
- Embodying Peace Online Class
- Peace and Love Amplifiers Facebook Page
- Peacebuilders United Facebook Group
- @PeaceandLoveAmplifiers on Instagram
- Find guided meditations on the Peace and Love Amplifiers YouTube Page
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What have you been conditioned to think by your environment and societal norms? Get on the path of self re-discovery to remember who you truly are at your core.
In today’s episode, I am joined by my friend and fellow HeartMath clinician and trainer, Elaine McGuinness. Elaine has been in the healthcare industry for over three decades and has been on the frontlines of the COVID-19 response in Ireland. She is passionate about helping people achieve well-being and offers coaching that can suit anyone. Inspired to open people’s eyes to the conditioning and programming that society has taught them, Elaine is on a mission to help people rediscover who they truly are.
Tune in to Episode 17 of Peace and Love Amplifiers to hear how Elaine became involved in healthcare and HeartMath, about World Oneness Day, and what Elaine has discovered about the heart’s inner workings.
In This Episode You Will Learn
- How Elaine got involved in Heartmath and life coaching (3:58)
- How Elaine continues to ask the Universe questions (15:00)
- About World Oneness Day and Ekam (20:46)
- How HeartMath can measure the effects of human consciousness (33:06)
- Why Elaine believes that COVID-19 is accelerating humanity (40:16)
Connect with Elaine
Resources Mentioned
- Ekam website
- Ekam Deeksha Givers
- Love is a State, Not a Virtue, Nurture Love
Let’s Connect!
- Embodying Peace Online Class
- Peace and Love Amplifiers Facebook Page
- Peacebuilders United Facebook Group
- @PeaceandLoveAmplifiers on Instagram
- Find guided meditations on the Peace and Love Amplifiers YouTube Page
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How have you recognized racism among people of color? Speaking up for these communities that are being discriminated against is something we can all do more of.
In today’s episode, I am joined by Kathy Vanden Boogaard and Deb Nedeau who work with the Great Lakes Peace Center. After realizing that indigenous people were being treated poorly among other people of color, Kathy and Deb recognized their privilege with the color of their skin and wanted to help support these communities. Together they started the Great Lakes Peace Center to help build peace and stand up for these minority communities.
Tune in to Episode 16 of Peace and Love Amplifiers to hear about the mission behind the Great Lakes Peace Center, why it’s more important to make an effort towards change than be politically correct, and different ways you can support indigenous communities.
In This Episode You Will Learn
- About Kathy & Deb’s background and mission (2:06)
- About personal peacebuilding (12:40)
- That nobody is safe until everybody is safe (18:18)
- How they are spreading awareness within their community (23:12)
- How you can help in your community (25:40)
Connect with Kathy & Deb:
- Great Lakes Peace Center
- Email Great Lake Peace Center
- Ways we can support the First Nations People
- PowWow website
Resources Mentioned
- Book - The Tenth Insight
- Book - The Celestine Prophecy
Let’s Connect!
- Embodying Peace Online Class
- Peace and Love Amplifiers Facebook Page
- Peacebuilders United Facebook Group
- @PeaceandLoveAmplifiers on Instagram
- Find guided meditations on the Peace and Love Amplifiers YouTube Page
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Who is your accountability partner? If you don’t have one already, reach out to someone you know that is a light in your life and ask them to help keep you accountable for achieving your dreams!
In today’s episode, I am joined by my friend, accountability partner, and cohort, Kim Haist. Kim is the owner of Ashanti Way, a business that helps heart-centered small businesses grow. With the combination of loving business from a young age and reading the book The Tenth Insight, Kim’s holistic approach to business was born. Kim is a life-long learner who has created a community of heart-centered people that are determined to amplify the light of good in this world.
Tune in to Episode 15 of Peace and Love Amplifiers to hear how Kim and I have built an accountability relationship, how she started her business, where her spiritual journey began, and more.
In This Episode You Will Learn
- How Kim and I help keep each other accountable (4:48)
- How to ‘act as if’ (8:50)
- About Kim’s mission for her business (11:15)
- About Kim’s spiritual journey (16:45)
- The story that changed how Kim interacts with others (23:31)
- Kim’s prediction for post-pandemic life (32:37)
Connect with Kim:
- Free Seo Tips for your Heart-Centered Project
Resources Mentioned
- Book - The Tenth Insight
- Book - The Celestine Prophecy
Let’s Connect!
- Embodying Peace Online Class
- Peace and Love Amplifiers Facebook Page
- Peacebuilders United Facebook Group
- @PeaceandLoveAmplifiers on Instagram
- Find guided meditations on the Peace and Love Amplifiers YouTube Page
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A few days have passed since the inauguration and I am still moved by the inaugural address that President Joe Biden gave. This is a new era for America, to move beyond the hate, violence, and division that was promoted during the past four years.
In today’s episode, I talk about the inaugural address from newly elected President Joe Biden. With the violent and terrifying start to 2021with the riot at the Capitol and the second impeachment of President Trump, the two weeks before President Joe Biden’s inauguration seemed to take forever - but he is finally our new President of the United States. Throughout the episode, I dive into the inspiring and hopeful message that President Joe Biden shared during his inaugural address and how we can each help to make it come true.
So, tune in to learn how to let go of fear and be a peacebuilder for this new era of America and apply my call to action in your own life.
In This Episode You Will Learn
- The impact of the first 3 Wednesday’s in 2021 (3:20)
- What stood out to me in the inaugural address (5:00)
- Why we are all valuable to spread peace and love (12:12)
- My call to action for listeners (15:15)
Resources Mentioned
- New York Times Article
Let’s Connect!
- Embodying Peace Online Class
- Peace and Love Amplifiers Facebook Page
- Peacebuilders United Facebook Group
- @PeaceandLoveAmplifiers on Instagram
- Find guided meditations on the Peace and Love Amplifiers YouTube Page
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The day that I recorded this episode was Martin Luther King Jr. Day and also the day that my mother in law passed. In honor of her memory, I am dedicating this podcast to her.
In today’s episode, I pay my respects to Martin Luther King Jr and remind listeners of his immense impact during the horrifying days of segregation, racism, and suffering. I read a letter that Martin Luther King Jr. wrote from the Birmingham jail that is incredibly moving and heartbreaking.
So, find a cozy place and tune in to listen to his amazing and impactful words, as well as the conclusions I draw from MLK's letter.
In This Episode You Will Learn
- Martin Luther King Jr. Day history (2:30)
- The reading of MLK’s Birmingham letter (5:38)
- My takeaway from the letter (58:21)
Let’s Connect!
- Embodying Peace Online Class
- Peace and Love Amplifiers Facebook Page
- Peacebuilders United Facebook Group
- @PeaceandLoveAmplifiers on Instagram
- Find guided meditations on the Peace and Love Amplifiers YouTube Page
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We, as peacebuilders, tend to tolerate a lot of things, but when we face intolerance, that's not necessarily the best way to go. We can instead work from love because that's where the magic happens.
In today’s episode, I talk about the riot at the United States Capitol that happened on January 6th. When someone is amplifying hate, hateful action then takes place, which is what we have seen with President Trump. I also explain the current family conflict with my sisters-in-law and my role as a caretaker for my mother-in-law. Whether it is the House and the Senate standing up to President Trump or myself standing up to my sisters-in-law, standing in divine love instead of tolerating hate, always wins.
I talk about the riot at the Capitol, the Paradox of Tolerance, standing up to my family members, and how to make a change coming from divine love.
In This Episode You Will Learn
- How President Trump makes decisions out of hate (3:42)
- About my current family conflict (7:27)
- The importance of standing up for yourself (10:40)
- How we can shift society as peacemakers (13:11)
- My call to action for you (18:32)
Resources Mentioned
- The Paradox of Tolerance
- Guided Meditation to fill yourself with Love and to infill Washington DC with Peace and Love
Let’s Connect!
- Embodying Peace Online Class
- Peace and Love Amplifiers Facebook Page
- Peacebuilders United Facebook Group
- @PeaceandLoveAmplifiers on Instagram
- Find guided meditations on the Peace and Love Amplifiers YouTube Page
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In today’s episode, I am joined by Emilio Roman, a celebrity spiritual fitness expert and trainer. His zest for fitness began at the age of 12 and since then he has spent much of his life dedicated to helping people reach their spiritual fitness goals across the nation. Tapping into his warm, friendly personality, Emilio is a master of spiritual fitness motivation and possesses a rare combination of spiritual fitness knowledge and inviting communications skills that can help anyone change their perspective on spiritual fitness.
Emilio and I talk about his challenging childhood, the parallels between our personal experiences, and how he went from a community selling drugs to being involved in church.
Some Questions I Ask
- How did you overcome your childhood? (7:00)
- Can you talk about the beginning of your journey to spiritual fitness? (14:38)
- If the world were perfect right now, in Emilio’s eyes, what would it look like? (34:40)
In This Episode You Will Learn
- About Emilio’s challenging upbringing (8:16)
- How getting involved in the church changed Emilio’s lifestyle (17:40)
- The three core tenets that Emilio lives by (22:26)
- Why religious differences should not matter between people (31:34)
- Emilio’s advice (40:58)
Connect with Emilio
- Website
- Spiritual Fitness Academy
- Video for Spiritual Fitness Academy
- Spiritual Fitness Survivor First Edition
Let’s Connect!
- Embodying Peace Online Class
- Peace and Love Amplifiers Facebook Page
- Peacebuilders United Facebook Group
- @PeaceandLoveAmplifiers on Instagram
- Find guided meditations on the Peace and Love Amplifiers YouTube Page
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In today’s episode, I am joined by my mentor and business coach, Austin Haines. Austin is an emergency life coach, author of the book FlashPoint, and founder of the Flashpoint Experience. Austin’s gift is helping everyone recognize the art and science of their big breakthrough, what is calling to them, and how to live and thrive in the life that you want.
Austin and I talk about his turnaround story, how resistance creates major problems in our lives, how to get ‘unstuck’, exercises you can apply to your life, the movement behind Flashpoint, and so much more - so tune in, and enjoy!
Some Questions I Ask
- What is it that gets you up in the morning? (2:15)
- Can you expand on what Flashpoint is and the movement behind it? (22:09)
In This Episode You Will Learn
- Austin’s story of getting ‘unstuck’ (4:30)
- How attachment is the root of suffering (9:18)
- Call to actions whether 2020 was the best or worst year for you (14:00)
- A message that changed Austin’s life (26:36)
- About Austin’s Flashpoint Experience and Freedom Challenge (30:05)
Connect with Austin
- Flashpoint Experience 2021
- Podcast - Flashpoint
- Book - Flashpoint
Resources Mentioned
- A Tale of Two Cities - Charles Dickens
- 9 Questions to remove limiting beliefs
- Robert Gonzalez - Nonviolent Communications
Let’s Connect!
- Embodying Peace Online Class
- Peace and Love Amplifiers Facebook Page
- Peacebuilders United Facebook Group
- @PeaceandLoveAmplifiers on Instagram
- Find guided meditations on the Peace and Love Amplifiers YouTube Page
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As many of my regular listeners will know, I’ve been acting as a caregiver for a member of my family this year. It certainly hasn’t been an easy journey by any means and has challenged me in a multitude of ways, but what I’ve gained through this experience has been invaluable.
In today’s episode, I’ll be sharing what I’ve done to shift my mindset towards my role as a caregiver and peacemaker, how I’ve learned to make peace with an upcoming confrontation by treating it as a learning experience, as well as what I’ve learned about bullying through reading James O’Dea’s book, Cultivating Peace: Becoming a 21st Century Peace Ambassador.
Have a listen to Episode 9 of Peace and Love Amplifiers to hear more!
In This Episode You Will Learn:
- An update on my family’s situation & How I’ve been coping (1:17)
- How I’ve reframed my perspective on an upcoming meeting I’ve been anxious about (5:17)
- What I’ve done this past week to reconnect with my emotional and social needs (8:05)
- Why remembering my spiritual intentions is useful in conflict (10:34)
- How I’ve relinquished control and asked for help where I needed to (13:21)
- The lessons I’ve learned through reading James O’Dea’s book, Cultivating Peace: Becoming a 21st Century Peace Ambassador (14:23)
- A call to action for my listeners (17:51)
Let’s Connect!
- Embodying Peace Online Class
- Peace and Love Amplifiers Facebook Page
- Peacebuilders United Facebook Group
- @PeaceandLoveAmplifiers on Instagram
- Find guided meditations on the Peace and Love Amplifiers YouTube Page
Resources:
- Peace and Love Amplifiers Podcast - Episode 7
- Book: Cultivating Peace: Becoming a 21st Century Peace Ambassador - Author, James O’Dea
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In today’s episode of Peace and Love Amplifiers, I’m joined by Wellness Expert, Yoga Instructor, and personal colleague of mine, Kelly Andrews! Kelly has been a devoted advocate and public figure within the holistic health industry for over thirty years and has now shifted her efforts towards the practice of heart-centered living.
We’ll be discussing a few of the techniques Kelly has applied in her own life through the work she’s carried out at HeartMath, why this year has felt like a personal touchstone for change, as well as the importance of regular grounding and mindfulness work.
Tune in to Episode 8 to hear more!
Some Questions I Ask:
- Have you been working on anything throughout lockdown? (2:30)
- How has using the HeartMath tools helped you this year? (7:39)
- What does a perfect world look like in your eyes? (23:09)
- What is the one thing you practice with your clients to help them move through a hard day? (31:43)
In This Episode You Will Learn:
- A brief background on Subtle Yoga and its benefits (12:18)
- What Dirk Terpstra’s ‘coherence hotspot’ refers to (14:24)
- Why Kelly believes in awareness accompanied by action (17:57)
- How approaching our emotions mindfully benefits our nervous system (25:43)
- Information on Kelly’s upcoming program — Live and Lead with Heart (34:20)
Let’s Connect!
- Embodying Peace Online Class
- Peace and Love Amplifiers Facebook Page
- Peacebuilders United Facebook Group
- @PeaceandLoveAmplifiers on Instagram
- Find guided meditations on the Peace and Love Amplifiers YouTube Page
Connect With Kelly Andrews:
- Website
- Facebook Page
- Facebook Group - HeartMath® with Kelly Andrews
- Email: kellyandrewstoday@gmail.com
- Phone Number: 863-670-1717
Resources:
- Website: Subtle Yoga - Kristine Kaoverii Weber Bio
- HeartMath
- HeartMath Research
- Coherence Hotspot / Dirk Terpstra
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Are you currently taking care of a relative? Or have you had this experience in the past? Either way, I know it's not easy, especially because caregivers find it hard often to ask for help. Caregiver breakdowns are real and there are a few factors that contribute to reaching such a state of mind.
Being a caregiver and peacemaker is something that is innate for me. However, it is also difficult for me to understand where to create boundaries when it comes to giving too much. It is so important for caregivers to remember to not let others take advantage of them and for them to stay resilient.
In this episode, I explain what caused me to have a caregiver breakdown last week, what overcare means, and the importance of boundaries as a caregiver.
Tune in to Episode 7 of Peace and Love Amplifiers!
In This Episode You Will Learn
- What caused me to “lose my shit” last week (1:30)
- Why it’s hard for caregivers to ask for help (6:03)
- What happens when having a ‘caregiver breakdown’ (8:53)
- That it is possible to fall victim to overcare as a caregiver (12:23)
- The importance of caregivers to stay resilient (18:28)
Learn More:
- Take the AARP Caregiver quiz
- HeartMath Caregiver Research Study
- Brene Brown video
- Brene Brown The Gifts of Imperfection
Let’s Connect!
- Embodying Peace Online Class
- Peace and Love Amplifiers Facebook Page
- Peacebuilders United Facebook Group
- @PeaceandLoveAmplifiers on Instagram
- Find guided meditations on the Peace and Love Amplifiers YouTube Page
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There’s always a silver lining within every hardship, it just takes reframing your perspective.
Joining me today is Catherine Ewing, an amazing woman that I met 15 years ago when we experienced a life-changing spiritual retreat together. Catherine is a psychotherapist, a licensed clinical social worker, a certified energy psychology practitioner, a certified neurokinesis practitioner, just to name a few of her many titles. Within her work, Catherine works mostly with women to heal their emotional wounds from trauma, abuse, and many other challenges in order to reconnect with peace.
In this episode, Catherine describes her journey of overcoming divine discontent, how trauma is held in the body, and how to take ownership of our emotions.
To hear more, tune in to Episode 6 of Peace and Love Amplifiers!
Some Questions I Ask
- What makes you get up in the morning? (3:11)
- How does that intergenerational transmission of wounds come into effect with the women you work with? (20:45)
- What is it that people can do intentionally to amplify peace and love? (25:56)
In This Episode You Will Learn
- Catherine’s journey to overcome her divine discontent (9:06)
- How trauma impacts our body (17:13)
- The importance of taking ownership of our emotions (31:33)
- How taking action to personally heal contributes to global healing (35:52)
- Catherine’s call to action for listeners (40:33)
Resources
- Peggy Black
- Adverse Childhood Experiences
- Abraham Hicks
- Power vs Force explanation
- Telomeres
- Intergenerational Transmission of Wounds: The Social Healing Project
- Tapping
- The Biology of Belief
- Create Global Healing Facebook Group
Connect with Catherine
- Website
Let’s Connect!
- Embodying Peace Online Class
- Peace and Love Amplifiers Facebook Page
- Peacebuilders United Facebook Group
- @PeaceandLoveAmplifiers on Instagram
- Find guided meditations on the Peace and Love Amplifiers YouTube Page
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Creating a culture of peace is a long and arduous road.
Joining me today to discuss the incredible work she is doing in this arena is Anne Creter, a member on multiple boards surrounding peace and unity. Anne has worked as a UN Representative for many years now, having been a part of groups such as the Global Alliance for Ministries and Infrastructure for Peace, The Peace Alliance, and the Department of PeaceBuilding Committee. Through this work, she has advocated for a sustainable and genuine resolution for conflict within the US and around the world and has had a large political presence within her community.
In this episode, we discuss what Anne’s work on the ‘UN Resolution’ consists of, what she has learned from observing governments outside of America, as well as the economic consequences that come with societal and political conflict.
To hear more, tune in to Episode 5 of Peace and Love Amplifiers!
Some Questions I Ask:
- How does the work you do at The Peace Alliance link to the ‘UN Peace Resolution?’ (9:23)
- What economic consequences have you seen arise from the societal and political conflicts in the US? (18:07)
In This Episode You Will Learn:
- Some background on Anne Creter and the work she’s done for The UN (2:47)
- Anne’s breakdown of the ‘UN Resolution’ (6:55)
- Anne’s experience working with the Global Alliance for Peace (11:07)
- The history behind The Peace Alliance (12:29)
- Why I’m such a huge proponent for self-love (15:54)
- What rallying in conservative states taught me about the work we are involved in (24:38)
- The spiritual events that have inspired me to speak up & When I started reaching out to my representatives (26:47)
- Why the way we talk about peace matters (31:37)
- What people can do to build peace and become more politically involved in their communities (34:35)
Let’s Connect!
- Embodying Peace Online Class
- Peace and Love Amplifiers Facebook Page
- Peacebuilders United Facebook Group
- @PeaceandLoveAmplifiers on Instagram
- Find guided meditations on the Peace and Love Amplifiers YouTube Page
Connect With Anne Creter:
Resources:
- Facebook Group: Global Movement for the Culture of Peace
- Booklet: The UN Culture of Peace
- Website: Global Alliance for Ministries & Infrastructures for Peace
- Website: Peace Alliance Department of PeaceBuilding Committee
- Website: Peace Pole Project
- Website: Season for Peace and Non-Violence
- Website: Peace Through Unity
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Do you notice that your body feels and moves differently in times that you are stressed? Our body makes sure to let us know how it feels about all of our actions from the foods that we eat, how much sleep we get, and even how we breathe.
In this episode, I am joined by my older sister Mary, who provides a fascinating perspective. Outside of being a swim coach, athlete, mother, and grandmother, Mary also focuses on the physical side of how stress affects the body in her job as an Isagenix sales representative. Mary provides a unique perspective from her experience growing up in our family to the physical reactions that our body has to stress.
Tune in to learn exactly what happens in your body when you are stressed, the resources that we use to help de-stress, and even a few funny stories from growing up together. Enjoy!
In This Episode You Will Learn
- Stories from Mary and I growing up together (3:10)
- Our takeaways from growing up with parents who had different political views (10:59)
- How our bodies react when we are stressed (14:17)
- How intention work impacted my cancer recovery (25:40)
- Our call to action to help listeners de-stress (33:37)
Resources Mentioned
- Sleep Meditation - Michael Sealey
- Book - Breath by James Nestor
- Wim Hof Method
- Sleep Cycle
- Collegeville Rotary
- Isagenix
Let’s Connect!
- Embodying Peace Online Class
- Peace and Love Amplifiers Facebook Page
- Peacebuilders United Facebook Group
- @PeaceandLoveAmplifiers on Instagram
- Find guided meditations on the Peace and Love Amplifiers YouTube Page
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Like mother, like daughter - at least that’s what my goal is. My mother has been my biggest influence on what it looks like to lead with peace and love in all areas of life, and she joins me today as my first guest on Peace and Love Amplifiers!
Women empowerment has been passed down throughout generations in our family, and my mother Julia Gandy, has stuck to that tradition. In today’s episode, my mother and I dive deep into the other powerful females in our family, my mother’s involvement in community politics, and the importance of having faith in our political leaders.
Listen in to learn how to provide peace and love in all areas, even in politics. I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did.
In This Episode You Will Learn
- The empowerment that has been passed down through the women in our family (5:20)
- How my mother became involved in politics (8:00)
- About my mother’s experience on the environmental commission in our local town (13:46)
- What changed during my mother’s second term on the committee (18:38)
- The impact of local politics (20:00)
- Why we need to vote for someone we have faith in (21:39)
- The importance of getting involved in local politics (25:44)
- My call to action for listeners (30:00)
Let’s Connect!
- Embodying Peace Online Class
- Peace and Love Amplifiers Facebook Page
- Peacebuilders United Facebook Group
- @PeaceandLoveAmplifiers on Instagram
- Find guided meditations on the Peace and Love Amplifiers YouTube Page
Learn more!
- A Course in Miracles
- Faulkner Act
- About our nation’s first nature preserve - Pinelands Preservation Alliance
- About My Mom’s new project. She is the current president of this non-profit Mauricetown Historical Society
- Hands Across America
- The Wawa Way
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How do you apply peace in your life?
However peace shows up in your life, we can all agree that it isn’t a static state. Being peaceful does not mean always being calm, never getting angry, or immune to getting upset. While we aren’t always in a calm state of peace, we can determine where our words are flowing from. Do they come from a place of love, anger, judgment, or peace? You can intentionally choose to come from a place of peace.
The intentionality to create peace is what will bring more harmony into your life and the people around you. Listen in to learn how to be intentionally peaceful in your life today!
In This Episode You Will Learn
- Being a peaceful person is not a static state (1:50)
- Peace is not a weakness (3:55)
- Peace is not about covering up your wounds (5:10)
- About the state of acting ‘as if’ (6:11)
- The importance of recognizing where you emotionally reside (11:48)
- What ‘feeding the field’ means (13:07)
- My two calls to action for listeners (15:55)
Let’s Connect!
- Embodying Peace Online Class
- Peace and Love Amplifiers Facebook Page
- Peacebuilders United Facebook Group
- @PeaceandLoveAmplifiers on Instagram
- Find guided meditations on the Peace and Love Amplifiers YouTube Page
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Welcome to Peace and Love Amplifiers! I am your host, Julia Gandy Torres, and my mission with this podcast is to help amplify love and peace and shift society.
Stress and anxiety have been the side effects of 2020, we can all agree on that. I want to create a space for listeners to learn how to amplify and expand peace in their busy lives while navigating through the stress that the uncertainty of this year brings.
From being an extremely tense child to now an ordained Peace Minister, my journey with peace has been a rollercoaster. In this episode, I dive into my journey with peace, how I rely on my practice within my own life, and the mission of this podcast.
Listen in and start amplifying peace and love within your life today!
In This Episode You Will Learn
- Who I am and my background (2:40)
- My role as the ‘Peace Builder’ in my family (6:12)
- My journey to working in wellness (7:48)
- How I became a Peace Minister (11:26)
- How I build peace within myself (14:32)
- How my cancer diagnosis rebuilt my peace practice (15:32)
- The mission of Peace and Love Amplifiers (18:15)
- The process of the imaginal cells (20:36)
Song credit: The Children of God by James Twyman and Jim Wilson (Ecclesia)
Bruce Lipton: YouTube video about Imaginal Cells
Let’s Connect!
- Embodying Peace Online Class
- Peace and Love Amplifiers Facebook Page
- Peacebuilders United Facebook Group
- Peace and Love Amplifiers on Instagram
- Find guided meditations on the Peace and Love Amplifiers YouTube Page
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