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\u201c By accepting our own humanness, then we're able to be more present to each other. I think that's a big part of recovering the place of high safety.\u201d

Today, we are honored to have New York Times bestselling author Mark Nepo, a poet and philosopher who has been teaching for over 40 years. He has published 25 books, including The Book of Awakening, Falling Down and Getting Up, and Finding Courage, Mark has been interviewed several times by Oprah Winfrey as part of her Super Soul Sunday TV show.

In this episode with Mark, we explore\xa0themes of loneliness, authenticity, and the balance between solitude and community. Mark shares his insights on the importance of staying current and authentic in relationships, and finding the courage to be true to oneself.

He also talks about nuances of maintaining healthy relationships, even when they are challenging. Mark emphasize the need to set boundaries, communicate openly, and support each other's growth without judgment.

Listen to this episode and learn how to find the right balance between solitude and engagement, and how to stay true to one's own truth and needs. This episode is sure to stir your heart and help you nurture a deeper connection with yourself.\xa0

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Timestamps:

(00:02:56) -\xa0 Discussion of the natural state of solitude and its impact on the world.(00:04:24) -\xa0 The importance of being authentic and taking risks to connect with others.(00:09:46) -\xa0 Navigating self judgement as a creative.
(00:11:17) -\xa0 The rewards of solitude and connection.
(00:13:46) -\xa0 The importance of accepting one's own humanness and being present.(00:29:45) -\xa0 When to accept and call other\u2019s out on their bad behaviors.
(00:31:08) -\xa0 The role of teaching and mirroring in relationships.
(00:33:57) -\xa0 Learning the practice of staying close without losing oneself.
(00:37:12) -\xa0 The challenge of staying connected with someone who is toxic or abusive.(00:38:21) -\xa0 Setting boundaries and communicating openly in relationship.
(00:41:17) -\xa0 The pros and cons of Codependency in relationship.
(00:43:35) -\xa0 Practicing inner life in order to stay grounded.
(00:46:40) -\xa0 When to identify when to leave a relationship.
(00:53:44) -\xa0 Keeping relationship alive.

Some Questions I Ask:

• \xa0Why do so many people feel alone, even when surrounded by others?
• \xa0How can we find the right personal balance between solitude and connection?
• \xa0What are the keys to maintaining healthy, authentic relationships?
• \xa0How can we stay present and supportive in relationships without losing ourselves?
• \xa0What is the role of personal practices in maintaining inner strength and balance?
• \xa0How do you handle the challenge of staying connected with someone who is toxic or abusive?

In This Episode You Will Learn:

• How to overcome feelings of loneliness and find meaningful connection.
• How to find the balance between solitude and engagement in maintaining healthy relationships.
• The importance of authenticity, vulnerability, and setting boundaries in relationships.
• The significance of personal practices in maintaining inner strength and balance.
• Key strategies for staying present and supportive in challenging relationships.
• \xa0How modern life and technology can heighten feelings of isolation, even when surrounded by others.

Get in Touch:

Mark Nepo\u2019s URL:\xa0\xa0

• http://marknepo.com/\xa0 \xa0 \xa0
• http://threeintentions.com/

Mark\u2019s upcoming webinar:\xa0Finding Inner Courage: Our Walk in the World, which\xa0starts July 21st, and runs for 3 Sundays. Info is at\xa0live.marknepo.com

Mark\u2019s New Book:\xa0https://read.macmillan.com/lp/you-dont-have-to-do-it-alone/

Mark Nepo\u2019s previous Soultalk episode:\xa0https://kuteblackson.com/soultalk_podcast/mark-nepo/

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