In this episode of The Gathering Room, I share how a perfectly wonderful, creative day unexpectedly led to a moment of anxiety, and how that experience transformed my understanding of fear, struggle, and even death. We reframe the old familiar saying “waiting for the other shoe to drop” to acknowledge joy as our true, natural state. Join me for this conversation to explore how “dropping both shoes” can take you out of left-hemisphere anxiety and suffering and back to  freedom, connection, and bliss.



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In this episode of The Gathering Room, I share how a perfectly wonderful, creative day unexpectedly led to a moment of anxiety, and how that experience transformed my understanding of fear, struggle, and even death. We reframe the old familiar saying &ldquo;waiting for the other shoe to drop&rdquo; to acknowledge joy as our true, natural state. Join me for this conversation to explore how &ldquo;dropping both shoes&rdquo; can take you out of left-hemisphere anxiety and suffering and back to&nbsp; freedom, connection, and bliss. 
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Welcome to a virtual gathering that will kindle your curiosity and soothe your soul! Join Martha Beck for the podcast edition of her weekly Facebook event, and listen in as she touches on a spirituality or personal growth topic that’s on her mind. You'll also hear the lively conversation that follows as Martha opens the floor to questions from the live viewers. With topics ranging from courage to creativity, purpose to intuition, these discussions will engage and support you on your journey to self-knowledge. Ready to connect with a community of like-minded seekers? Welcome to The Gathering Room Podcast.

Welcome to a virtual gathering that will kindle your curiosity and soothe your soul! Join Martha Beck for the podcast edition of her weekly Facebook event, and listen in as she touches on a spirituality or personal growth topic that’s on her mind. You'll also hear the lively conversation that follows as Martha opens the floor to questions from the live viewers. With topics ranging from courage to creativity, purpose to intuition, these discussions will engage and support you on your journey to self-knowledge. Ready to connect with a community of like-minded seekers? Welcome to The Gathering Room Podcast.

Welcome to a virtual gathering that will kindle your curiosity and soothe your soul! Join Martha Beck for the podcast edition of her weekly Facebook event.

The Gathering Room Podcast

Welcome to a virtual gathering that will kindle your curiosity and soothe your soul! Join Martha Beck for the podcast edition of her weekly live event, and listen in as she touches on a spirituality or personal growth topic that’s on her mind. You'll also hear the lively conversation that follows as Martha opens the floor to questions from the live viewers. With topics ranging from courage to creativity, purpose to intuition, these discussions will engage and support you on your journey to self-knowledge. Ready to connect with a community of like-minded seekers? Welcome to the Gathering Room Podcast.

Welcome to a virtual gathering that will kindle your curiosity and soothe your soul! Join Martha Beck for the podcast edition of her weekly live event, and listen in as she touches on a spirituality or personal growth topic that’s on her mind. You'll also hear the lively conversation that follows as Martha opens the floor to questions from the live viewers. With topics ranging from courage to creativity, purpose to intuition, these discussions will engage and support you on your journey to self-knowledge. Ready to connect with a community of like-minded seekers? Welcome to the Gathering Room Podcast.

In this episode of The Gathering Room, I share how a perfectly wonderful, creative day unexpectedly led to a moment of anxiety, and how that experience transformed my understanding of fear, struggle, and even death. We reframe the old familiar saying “waiting for the other shoe to drop” to acknowledge joy as our true, natural state. Join me for this conversation to explore how “dropping both shoes” can take you out of left-hemisphere anxiety and suffering and back to  freedom, connection, and bliss.

Let the Other Shoe Drop

The Tao Te Ching says, “Hope is as hollow as fear. Whether you go up the ladder or down, your position is shaky.” In this “Listen Again” episode of The Gathering Room, I talk about how easy it is to get stuck in the awful place between hope and fear when important things are on the line. I share my definitions of mindfulness and equanimity, and how these two practices can help you step off that shaky ladder, ground yourself in the present moment, and mother yourself through difficult times. Join me!



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Martha’s Substack—The Pyramid and The Pool
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The Tao Te Ching says, &ldquo;Hope is as hollow as fear. Whether you go up the ladder or down, your position is shaky.&rdquo; In this &ldquo;Listen Again&rdquo; episode of The Gathering Room, I talk about how easy it is to get stuck in the awful place between hope and fear when important things are on the line. I share my definitions of mindfulness and equanimity, and how these two practices can help you step off that shaky ladder, ground yourself in the present moment, and mother yourself through difficult times. Join me! 
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The Tao Te Ching says, “Hope is as hollow as fear. Whether you go up the ladder or down, your position is shaky.” In this “Listen Again” episode of The Gathering Room, I talk about how easy it is to get stuck in the awful place between hope and fear when important things are on the line. I share my definitions of mindfulness and equanimity, and how these two practices can help you step off that shaky ladder, ground yourself in the present moment, and mother yourself through difficult times. Join me!

Listen Again: When You’re Caught Between Hope and Fear

On a recent morning walk, I wondered what would be recognized as king of the forest: Oaks? Bears? Bambi’s father? As it turns out, it’s fungus! In this Gathering Room, I explore Suzanne Simard’s discovery of the “woodwide web” underground, and why our lives are better seen as a compilation of connections than of achievements. I’ll also guide you in meditation and answer your questions on yearning, creativity, and finding glimmers. If you’re tired of always striving to achieve, come connect with me.



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On a recent morning walk, I wondered what would be recognized as king of the forest: Oaks? Bears? Bambi&rsquo;s father? As it turns out, it&rsquo;s fungus! In this Gathering Room, I explore Suzanne Simard&rsquo;s discovery of the &ldquo;woodwide web&rdquo; underground, and why our lives are better seen as a compilation of connections than of achievements. I&rsquo;ll also guide you in meditation and answer your questions on yearning, creativity, and finding glimmers. If you&rsquo;re tired of always striving to achieve, come connect with me. 
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On a recent morning walk, I wondered what would be recognized as king of the forest: Oaks? Bears? Bambi’s father? As it turns out, it’s fungus! In this Gathering Room, I explore Suzanne Simard’s discovery of the “woodwide web” underground, and why our lives are better seen as a compilation of connections than of achievements. I’ll also guide you in meditation and answer your questions on yearning, creativity, and finding glimmers. If you’re tired of always striving to achieve, come connect with me.

The Invisible Network

As life in this day and age gets more unpredictable, the best plan you can make is one you’re willing to change. On this episode of The Gathering Room, I talk about the paradox of living by signs and symbols, and why absolutism, whether in science or religion, will tank you when life keeps right-angle-turning. I’ll share what Asian traditions taught me about the present moment, and how the American football trick “calling an audible” can help you trust yourself and let the day unfold. Come join me! 



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As life in this day and age gets more unpredictable, the best plan you can make is one you&rsquo;re willing to change. On this episode of The Gathering Room, I talk about the paradox of living by signs and symbols, and why absolutism, whether in science or religion, will tank you when life keeps right-angle-turning. I&rsquo;ll share what Asian traditions taught me about the present moment, and how the American football trick &ldquo;calling an audible&rdquo; can help you trust yourself and let the day unfold. Come join me! 
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As life in this day and age gets more unpredictable, the best plan you can make is one you’re willing to change. On this episode of The Gathering Room, I talk about the paradox of living by signs and symbols, and why absolutism, whether in science or religion, will tank you when life keeps right-angle-turning. I’ll share what Asian traditions taught me about the present moment, and how the American football trick “calling an audible” can help you trust yourself and let the day unfold. Come join me! 

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