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40 for Tea

By: Rach Allan
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  • 40 for tea invites us on a quest, to take a moment to be together, a weekly conversation exploring our unique perspectives and common ground, what it is to be human in this new decade. With 40 for tea all perspectives are possible, instead of feeling divided about our differences as human beings, 40 for tea believes deep down we all want the same things, and it's good conversation and curiosity that's going to bring us together around the table (and a pot of tea, of course). Go grab a cuppa and join the journey of 40 cups of tea, together.
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  • Own Your Story, Change Your Life with Rachel Allan & Beverley Glick

    Own Your Story, Change Your Life with Rachel Allan & Beverley Glick
    Apr 26 2024

    Welcome to this special episode of 40 for Tea. In this bonus episode of the final season, host Rachel Allan talks to Beverley Glick, an author renowned for her work on the transformative power of personal narratives. Together, they delve into an intimate and reflective discussion, exploring the art of storytelling and its profound impact on personal growth and understanding.

    In this heartfelt conversation, Rachel opens up her emotions and her journey towards embracing vulnerability. Beverley, acting as both a guest and a guide, shares insights from her book on harnessing the power of life stories to shape reality. They discuss the innovative concept of a 'life dictionary', and how revisiting childhood words and memories can unlock deep emotional healing.

    Join them as they traverse the landscape of personal stories, from Rachel's poignant suitcase memory to the broader implications of sharing one's truth in a world marked by increasing disconnection despite technological advances.

    This episode not only celebrates the culmination of Rachel's 40 meaningful tea conversations but also sets the stage for what's next in her podcast journey, inviting listeners to join in and continue the exploration of authentic human connection. So, go grab a cuppa, and let’s dive into this transformative dialogue that promises to inspire and connect.

    Let Rach know in a review if you want to hear more from her and Bev....

    00:00 The intro to what this pod is about & reviewing 40 for Tea

    05.43 Rach & Bev Dive in

    08:58 Three months recording project turned out great.

    10:31 Reflecting on the deep hero's journey.

    15:28 Inspiring stories for connection and understanding.

    16:07 Human connection is sharing your story. Vulnerability is magnet, not repellent.

    22:04 Intense conversations pushed comfort zone, ready now.

    25:14 Creating life dictionary, shaping personal narrative consciously.

    27:15 Friend's childhood blanket becomes powerful life metaphor.

    33:01 End of podcast teaser, sign up for further info if you fancy.
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    34 mins
  • 39- Decode the Power of your Hearts Blueprint with Heart Math Institute's Sheva Carr & Robert Browning

    39- Decode the Power of your Hearts Blueprint with Heart Math Institute's Sheva Carr & Robert Browning
    Apr 2 2024
    Raise Consciousness, create heart coherence, heal and rewrite your life stories; when Science and Spirituality meet in Real time to understand the true power of the heart. Yes. Welcome back to 40 for Tea Podcast: Here it is Cuppa 39 of 40, yeay! Host Rachel Allan shares tea with Sheva Carr & Robert Browning of the world renowned Heart Math Institute. We unwrap the profound wisdom of the heart, diving into topics that bridge our understanding of its impact far beyond a mere biological pump. Discover the heart's 'little brain,' explore the power of cardiac coherence, and learn how our heart rhythms can harmonise our entire being, shape our perceptions and influence our emotional landscapes. Hear personal stories of overcoming trauma, fostering joy, and embracing the complexity of relationships and the world with love. Before we move to a live technique with a heart coherence practice. These tools are designed to guide us out of survival mode and into thriving existence using breathwork and the intentional cultivation of positive emotions. There's so much more - consciousness, belonging and home... as the penny drops on what matters. Rach asks us who to have for cuppa 40? Do you want to join her, or have a recommendation for this final tea? In the meantime, GO GRAB that Cuppa, and let's dive in. To LOVE and Remember the Heart. ---------------------------- Sheva a passionate tea lover, arrives with 2 cups of tea a pint glass and a Tenmoku gold leaf cup, Robert, more a coffee lover arrives with tea in with his chipped orange bed bath and beyond mug. Timestamps: 01:12 Mini intro to our guests & scene setting 03.43 Outtakes 08:13 Emotions run high - podcast inspired by meditation, launched amid lockdown. 11.40 Our LOVE of Tea - how tea and coffee drinkers can get on! 14:01 Creating medicinal teas for Yogi teas, we love Creativitea 17.59 Beauty as the antidote to violence 19:25 Personal wisdom stories overcoming trauma - its possible. 22:44 Intense journey of love and magnetism. 31:23 Exploring life's challenges to promote personal growth. 37:31 Heart may not pump blood. 40:05 Heart intelligence overrides cognitive intelligence 43:58 Heart Coherence Practice 49:31 Power of the breath. 57:03 Spirituality: the Sacred & Mundane. 01:04:23 Heart Ambassadors program. 01:10:57 Podcast updates with new guests. Exciting! The Headlines: 1. Introduction to Guest Speakers Introduction of Robert Browning and Sheva Carr from the Heartmath InstituteRachel Allan as the podcast host 2. Exploration of Sheva and Robert's Backgrounds Sheva's intergenerational and personal traumasRobert's childhood joy and unrecognized traumasShared experiences of losing friends to murder 3. Concept of Static and Coherence Static as a metaphor for chaotic energy waves in relationshipsCoherence as a facilitator for growth and living true to one's heart 4. Tea and Its Significance Sheva's passion for specialty teasStories behind her favorite teas including vintage licorice and a Japanese medicinal teaYogi teas company and background in acupuncture and herbalism 5. Heart Coherence and Physiology Heart coherence's impact on mental, emotional, and physical systemsHeart as the first organ in fetal development and its influence on the brain 6. Heartmath and Heart Ambassadors Program Heartmath Institute's research on heart intelligenceHeart Ambassadors Program for applying heart intelligence to global issuesComplimentary consultations offered 7. The Heart's Role and Intelligence Scientific complexity and "little brain" in the heartHeart's capacity to influence responses to life eventsTechnique of "quick coherence" to create a heart rhythm pattern 8. Encouragement for Listener Engagement Invitation to think about sharing a pot of tea with someone to connectTeaser for the final season's big announcement 9. Appreciation for Listeners and Invitation to Follow the Journey Gratitude for the listeners' involvement in the podcastInvitation to join the next phase and sign up for updates 10. Scientific Discussion of Heart Intelligence Research on the impact of love and compassionThe heart as the primary frequency signaler and its electromagnetic influence 11. Practical Applications of Heart Intelligence Breathing and gratitude techniques for daily life integrationCardiac coherence to nourish oneself throughout the dayRole of stressors as opportunities for growth 12. Final Remarks and Future Directions Reflection on the journey of creating "40 for Tea Podcast"Discussing the importance of heart-centered conversationsLooking forward to the continuing exploration of connections and human experiences
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    1 hr and 12 mins
  • Collective Healing Through Dialogue: with NNI's Jonelle Naudé & Wiebke Renner

    Collective Healing Through Dialogue: with NNI's Jonelle Naudé & Wiebke Renner
    Mar 14 2024
    Welcome to Cuppa 37 of 40. In this episode of the 40 for Tea, host Rachel Allan invites you to a lively conversation with NNI dialogues Jonelle Naudé and Weibke Renner. We dive straight into tea, crossing divides and removing the charge from power words. These powerhouse women are firm believers in the power of facilitated, genuine communication and the transformative role of empathy in resolving conflicts. At the heart of their philosophy lies the knowledge that when people's voices are truly heard, a space for understanding and new solutions are created. NNI dialogue is a systems based methodology born through working in post apartheid South Africa. Tangible change is measured through 3 specific steps. We are challenged to question the dominating focus on the "why am I right?" mindset, which often hinders progress. Instead, we are encouraged to consider that multiple truths bring resilience to a system, fear as a protector and perhaps the emotions we feel don't always belong to us. We celebrate what it is to be human, are offered valuable perspectives on how to get unstuck in relationships, teams and in life events. As we ask the question "how do we be with complexity and move forward together?" There's also a bit of energetic plumbing! So grab your cuppa and let's dive in together. Sign up to connect with Rachel & for the GOLD + inside info on 40 for Tea here. --------- 00:00 Intro - Podcast Cuppa explores human connection and resilience. 08:15 - What is NNI - Founded in South Africa, promotes systemic dialogue. 11:29 - How it works: the measurement system: Shift in emotion, thought & behavior. 13:17 - Example in South Africa. 17.17 - Microcosm teaches us about the Macrocosom 22:59 - Update on whats happening in 40 for Tea. 25:45 - Facing suppressed feelings. 29:25 - Embracing multiple truths, creating connection through sharing. 33:12 - Diversity in voices is essential for a healthy ecosystem. 35:11 - Resilience. 39:51 - Judging words - a reframe. 44:50 - Channeling entities a real phenomena. 48:32 - The Gold The headlines: Understanding and Expressing Emotions The role of external facilitators in helping individuals identify and express emotions.Using anonymity to express emotions without feeling personal overwhelm.Collective processing and normalization of a wide range of emotions.The impacts of suppressing emotions on personal and collective progress. 2. NNI Dialogue Methodology Aimed at crossing divides and ensuring all voices are heard.Creating empathy by speaking from the experience.Structured space for discussing complex issues including taboo subjects.Coexistence of multiple truths in dialogues.This process is like being Energetic plumbers 3. Co-creation of Meaning in Words The importance of deconstructing words to understand their relationships.Engagement with words beyond academics to comprehend diverse meanings.Removing judgments from words to maintain neutrality and observe emotions. 4. Energetic Dialogue and Healing Dialogical experiences embodying different voices to shift the awareness & system.The practical work that impacts physical, emotional, and spiritual planes.The guests as "energetic plumbers" shifting collective energies and offering aid. 5. Collective Transformation in Dialogue Settings Tracking group transformation cognitively, emotionally, and behaviorally.Case study from Bonnevale showing dialogue-induced recognition and steps towards healing.Systemic approach focusing on themes and energies instead of individual stories. 6. Reflection of Societal Systems Dialogue systems mirroring broader societal systems.Offering insight and choices to participants for pattern and behavior change. 7. Features of the 40 for Tea Podcast Emphasizing human connection and resilience through inspiring interviews.Conversations with individuals like Jonelle Naude representing NNI Dialogue.Exploring collective work for global challenges. 8. Embracing Multiple Truths and Diversity Unlocking empathy and understanding through deeper self-expression.Celebrating and accepting diverse perspectives. 9. The Value of Disconnection and Rest The necessity of disconnection and rest within systems and dialogues.Contributions of diverse voices, rest, and disconnection to a healthy ecosystem. 10. Externalization of Emotions Techniques for facilitating communication and minimizing defensiveness through externalizing emotions. 11. The Power of Words in Reality Discussion on the relational meaning of words and the impact on shaping reality.How words are negotiated and understood in relations. 12. Guest Backgrounds and the Podcast Community Geographic diversity of the guests from Berlin, Cape Town, and IrelandEncouraging the podcast community to engage, sign up for updates, and share the show. 13. Upcoming Season and Engagements Preview of the upcoming season of the podcast.Invitation for the audience to stay connected and involved with "40 for Tea."
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    51 mins
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