Episode 167: HeatherAsh Amara - Into The Fire: A Journey of Love, Loss, and Resilience

In this episode, Monica talks to the incredible HeatherAsh Amara. As a best-selling author, mentor, land steward, and philanthropist, Heather shares her journey of weaving earth-based wisdom, mindfulness, and practical strategies for creative, courageous, and compassionate individual and community change. The episode covers HeatherAsh's experience of rebuilding her land after the largest wildfire in New Mexico dramatically altered her life and destroyed her property. She emphasizes the importance of staying accountable and open-hearted in the face of natural disasters and challenges. Together, Monica and HeatherAsh delve into the idea of holding onto things at the surface of life, and learning to let go and surrender to the flow of life to open ourselves up to transformation. They also discuss the vital importance of becoming aware of global systems such as patriarchy and white supremacy and working toward social justice and change at a local level. Listeners will surely appreciate the joy and magic that these times have to offer. Join Monica and HeatherAsh in this episode to learn how to become more resilient and conscious in the face of adversity. Topics Discussed: * The aftermath of the largest wildfire in New Mexico * Rebuilding the land after a fire * Learning how to sit with grief and loss * Understanding global systems that affect us all * Spirituality and joy in tough times * Heather's upcoming writing project * Leaning into the unknown * Cultivating resilience and diversity on your land * The importance of community and storytelling * The creative process Best-selling author, mentor, land steward, and philanthropist, HeatherAsh Amara has spent the last three decades weaving together earth-based wisdom, mindfulness, and practical strategies for creative, courageous, and compassionate individual and community change. She is the author of 9 books, including the bestselling Warrior Goddess Training series and The Seven Secrets of Happy and Healthy Relationships with Don Miguel Ruiz Jr Special Guest: HeatherAsh Amara.