In this live episode of Sacred Lessons, host Mike de la Rocha continues a powerful series on gender violence with Damariz Vasquez and Ozzy Cruz, two practitioners working on the frontlines of healing at the East L.A. Women’s Center. Moving from awareness to action, this conversation centers the day-to-day realities of supporting survivors, working with men, and creating pathways for true accountability and transformation. Together, they explore how shame, silence, and harmful beliefs about power and gender prevent healing and what it truly takes to break those cycles.

In this live episode of&nbsp;Sacred Lessons, host Mike de la Rocha continues a powerful series on gender violence with Damariz Vasquez and Ozzy Cruz, two practitioners working on the frontlines of healing at the East L.A. Women&rsquo;s Center. Moving from awareness to action, this conversation centers the day-to-day realities of supporting survivors, working with men, and creating pathways for true accountability and transformation. Together, they explore how shame, silence, and harmful beliefs about power and gender prevent healing and what it truly takes to break those cycles.

Sacred Lessons with Mike de la Rocha is redefining what it means to be a man. Hosted by bestselling author and artist Mike de la Rocha, each episode explores masculinity, healing, and purpose through raw, honest conversations with men from all walks of life.

In a culture that teaches men to stay silent, Sacred Lessons creates a brave space where true strength begins with vulnerability. Whether you’re on a journey of self-discovery, healing generational wounds, or seeking deeper connection, this podcast invites you to reconnect with your purpose and rediscover the power of love and community.

Sacred Lessons with Mike de la Rocha is redefining what it means to be a man. Hosted by bestselling author and artist Mike de la Rocha, each episode explores masculinity, healing, and purpose through raw, honest conversations with men from all walks of life.
In a culture that teaches men to stay silent, Sacred Lessons creates a brave space where true strength begins with vulnerability. Whether you&rsquo;re on a journey of self-discovery, healing generational wounds, or seeking deeper connection, this podcast invites you to reconnect with your purpose and rediscover the power of love and community.

Sacred Lessons with Mike de la Rocha

Sacred Lessons in Accountability Part II: Power, Gender & the Work of Repair.

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