In this episode, SAND co-founders and hosts Zaya and Maurizio Benazzo welcome <a href="https://drthema.com/">Dr. Thema Bryant</a>, a tenured professor of psychology and former President of the American Psychological Association, to discuss holistic healing, ancestral wisdom, and collective liberation. Dr. Bryant emphasizes the importance of recognizing both individual and collective trauma, the power of storytelling, and the need for interdisciplinary approaches to wellness. The conversation explores the emotional and spiritual aspects of healing, the role of joy and grief, and the importance of community in fostering resilience and thriving. Dr. Bryant also provides practical advice on deepening relationships, finding like-minded communities, and maintaining emotional balance in the face of ongoing trauma.
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00:00 Introduction and Greetings
00:53 Introducing Dr. Thema Bryant
01:20 Dr. Bryant's Background and Philosophy
03:11 Grounding Practice and Body Sovereignty
08:32 The Importance of Compassion and Presence
11:52 Intergenerational Trauma and Healing
17:15 Decolonizing and Indigenizing Healing Practices
27:00 Balancing Activism and Self-Care
34:15 Grief and Collective Healing
36:44 Cultural Differences in Grieving
37:59 The Interplay of Grief and Joy
38:28 Toxic Positivity and Spiritual Bypassing
41:07 Constructive vs. Destructive Anger
44:53 The Importance of Emotional Expression
47:03 Creating and Deepening Community Connections
51:00 Collective Healing and Liberation
01:03:13 Balancing Self-Care and Collective Care
01:11:14 Final Thoughts and Resources
Resources
<a href="https://drthema.com/">Dr. Thema Bryant</a> Dr. Thema Bryant is the author of the recently released book<a href="https://www.amazon.com/Matters-Heart-Healing-Relationship-Yourself/dp/059371914X/ref=asc_df_059371914X"> Matters of the Heart</a> and the host of<a href="https://drthema.com/podcast/"> The Homecoming Podcast</a>.<a href="https://jaiyajohn.com/">Jaiya John</a>
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