617. Lynne Twist

Lynne Twist is the founder of the Soul of Money Institute and author of the best-selling, award-winning books:

Over the past 40 years, Lynne has worked with over 100,000 people in 50 countries in the arenas of fundraising with integrity, conscious philanthropy, strategic visioning, and having a healthy relationship with money. Her clients include Microsoft, Proctor & Gamble, the International Unity Church, Charles Schwab, United Way, The National Black Theater of Harlem, Harvard University, and others.

A sought-after speaker, she has presented for the United Nations Beijing Women’s Conference, State of the World Forum, Synthesis Dialogues with His Holiness the Dalai Lama, and the Governor’s Conference on California Women, among others.
A recognized global visionary, Ms. Twist has been an advisor to the Desmond Tutu Foundation, and The Nobel Women’s Initiative. Lynne is the recipient of numerous prestigious honors, including the “Woman of Distinction” award from the United Nations.
Lynne is a co-founder of The Pachamama Alliance — a nonprofit organization whose mission is to empower indigenous people of the Amazon rainforest to preserve their lands and culture.  In addition, Lynne serves on a number of nonprofit boards including the Fetzer Institute, The Institute of Noetic Sciences, Bioneers, Conscious Capitalism, and Women’s Earth Alliance.

From working with Mother Teresa in Calcutta to the refugee camps in Ethiopia and the threatened rainforests of the Amazon, Lynne’s on-the-ground work has brought her a deep understanding of the social tapestry of the world and the historical landscape of the times we are living in.

Websites:

Discussion of this interview in the BatGap Community Facebook Group.

Transcript of this interview.

Interview recorded September 28, 2021.

YouTube Video Chapters:

  • 00:00:00 – Introduction: Buddha at the Gas Pump
  • 00:03:25 – Being an Instrument of Something Larger than Yourself
  • 00:06:29 – Listening to the Power of the Amazon
  • 00:09:38 – Journey with the Mayan Shaman
  • 00:13:19 – Faces in the Forest
  • 00:16:28 – A Mysterious Encounter in Ecuador
  • 00:19:28 – The Mysterious Faces in the Rainforest
  • 00:22:28 – Connection and Communication
  • 00:25:18 – The Prophecy of the Eagle and Condor People
  • 00:28:14 – The Pandemic as an Announcement
  • 00:31:29 – The Caterpillar’s Transformation
  • 00:34:43 – Transforming the Brown Caterpillar into an Exquisite Butterfly
  • 00:37:37 – The Prophecy of the Bird of Humanity
  • 00:40:50 – Rise of the Feminine Values
  • 00:44:20 – A Kinder Gentler World
  • 00:47:44 – Humanity’s Threshold
  • 00:50:27 – The Paradigm of Enough
  • 00:53:36 – The Source of The Hunger  Project
  • 00:56:27 – Transformation in Business and Society
  • 00:59:44 – Paying Attention to Progress
  • 01:02:50 – Taking Action in Your Community
  • 01:05:48 – The Scarcity Mindset and Inequality
  • 01:08:53 – Shifting the Mindset and Building Caring Communities
  • 01:11:45 – The Two Branches of Gratitude
  • 01:14:54 – Turning Attention to What You Have
  • 01:17:58 – Finding Fulfillment and Overcoming Scarcity
  • 01:21:05 – Amending the Constitution
  • 01:24:04 – Miracles and Progress in Our Lifetime
  • 01:26:50 – Connecting with the Spirit World
  • 01:30:10 – Mountains, Sun, Earth, and Everything: The Interconnectedness of Life
  • 01:33:04 – Enriching Conversations with Lynne Twist

540. Clare Dubois

Clare Dubois is the founder and CEO of TreeSisters.org, a global women’s movement spanning over 200 countries, that has collectively funded the planting of over 25 million trees. TreeSisters is a social change movement and a tropical reforestation organization working towards normalizing cultural reciprocity with nature. The aim of both Clare and TreeSisters is to make it as normal to give back to nature as it currently is to take nature for granted while supporting humanity in its transition from a consumer species to a restorer species. Before founding TreeSisters, Clare worked internationally for over two decades, coaching business leaders and facilitating group behavior change processes in multiple sectors. Known for her direct, catalytic energy, her inspirational speaking and her holistic approach to collective transformation, Clare is a walking invitation to anyone ready to step up and step in on behalf of the planet.

Short, informative videos:

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Transcript of this interview.

Interview recorded March 7, 2020

YouTube Video Chapters:

  • 00:00:00 – Introduction to Clare Dubois and TreeSisters.org
  • 00:03:55 – Clare Dubois: An Invitation to Collective Transformation
  • 00:06:18 – From Victim to Survivor
  • 00:10:50 – Inauthentic Feminine Behavior and Patriarchy
  • 00:15:11 – Stepping into Personal Responsibility
  • 00:19:05 – The Consciousness of Nature and Our Relationship with Trees
  • 00:23:14 – The Global Brain in the Forest
  • 00:27:14 – The Shift in Consciousness and the Oneness of Nature
  • 00:31:38 – The Sacredness of All Life
  • 00:35:51 – The Sacred Seeds of Pure Sanity
  • 00:40:02 – Connecting to Fullness and Generosity
  • 00:43:45 – Witnessing the Rocky Mountain Forest Dying
  • 00:47:55 – The Urgency of Awakening and Remembering Our Power
  • 00:52:19 – Merging with the Natural World
  • 00:56:51 – Awakening to the Sacredness of Nature
  • 01:01:12 – The Sacredness of All Life
  • 01:05:36 – A Leap of Faith in the Chasm
  • 01:10:07 – Overcoming Limitations and Self-Realization
  • 01:14:09 – The Death of Our Planet and the Age of Restoration
  • 01:18:22 – The Story of the Seagull and the Ocean
  • 01:22:38 – The Mother of Initiations
  • 01:27:08 – Trees as Conduits for Energies from Different Planets
  • 01:31:48 – Merging with Nature and Living in Intimacy
  • 01:36:11 – Navigating through Class Five Rapids
  • 01:40:08 – Embracing the Suffering
  • 01:44:06 – Discovering Your Purpose in Life
  • 01:48:47 – Self-liberation and Living a Meaningful Life
  • 01:52:23 – The Perpetuation of Life and the Insanity of the Current System
  • 01:56:13 – The Circulatory System of Gaia
  • 02:00:15 – Creating a Thriving World
  • 02:04:15 – Planting Trees for Restoration

536. Isira

Isira brings a deep understanding of Indigenous, ancient and universal wisdom. She bridges the gap between the overwhelming challenges we face in the world today and our spiritual journey.

As a powerful advocate for conscious change, Isira is highly engaged in today’s social issues. Her enlightened commentary assists us to navigate the divisive worlds of politics, climate change, mental health and beyond.

Books:

Website: isira.com

Discussion of this interview in the BatGap Community Facebook Group.

Transcript of this interview

Second interview with Isira

Interview recorded February 7, 2020.

YouTube Video Chapters:

  • 00:00:00 – Introduction and Welcome
  • 00:04:06 – Perception of the World
  • 00:08:22 – Indigenous Mindset and Modern Human Mindset
  • 00:12:31 – The Interconnection of All Things and the Dance of Life
  • 00:17:32 – A Traumatic Experience of Abuse and Awakening
  • 00:22:09 – The Root of Suffering and Disconnection
  • 00:26:21 – The Rubber Band Effect of Disconnection
  • 00:30:12 – A Miraculous Recovery and Forgiveness
  • 00:34:38 – Interdimensional Experiences and Reunion with the Lama
  • 00:39:00 – A Time of Preparation and Resetting
  • 00:43:09 – The Power of Alignment and Connection
  • 00:47:38 – The Intensity of Global Problems and Ignoring Warning Signs
  • 00:51:42 – The Impact of an Echo Chamber
  • 00:55:47 – The Design of Social Media Platforms and the Loss of Value and Relevance
  • 01:00:00 – The Beauty of Chaos and Transformation
  • 01:03:32 – The Story of the Seeker and the Master
  • 01:07:23 – Averting Catastrophe through Spiritual Awakening
  • 01:11:54 – The Impact of Climate Change on Metropolitan Areas
  • 01:16:14 – Severed Relationships and the Collapse of Society
  • 01:20:35 – The Need for Connectedness and Decentralized Government
  • 01:24:11 – Materialism and Fear in Modern Society
  • 01:28:12 – The Illusion of Material Possessions
  • 01:32:13 – Untapped Potential and Gamma Brainwave States
  • 01:36:51 – Accessing Deeper States of Consciousness
  • 01:40:54 – The Balance of Destructive and Creative Forces
  • 01:45:03 – Restoring Balance in Society and Nature
  • 01:48:54 – Overpopulation and the Need for Reduction
  • 01:53:01 – Holding onto the Self in Times of Radical Shifts
  • 01:56:50 – Acting in Accordance with Intuitive Impulse
  • 02:01:17 – Regeneration and the Four Pillars of Lore
  • 02:05:23 – Ordinary People Awakening