In this heartfelt farewell to the Nomadic Diaries podcast, Doreen Cumberford and Megan Norton-Newbanks co-host reflect on a remarkable 10-month journey exploring the expansive topic of belonging. Together, they look back over 30 episodes, key guest moments, personal transformations, and the evolution of the conversations. The hosts revisit why belonging matters, share moving stories from the series, and discuss how the podcast impacted their own sense of community and connection. They also express gratitude to their team and listeners, offering wisdom and inspiration for anyone navigating questions of belonging in their own life.
Key Themes
- The universal human desire for belonging and its many expressions
- Notable guest moments: Stephen Toole’s international classroom, Marcia’s insights on somatics, and Cass Stewart’s perspective on belonging within a high-pressure team
- The distinction between “connection to” versus “connection with” people and places
- Intergenerational perspectives and generational shifts in discussing and experiencing belonging, especially regarding technology
- Paradoxes and challenges: belonging as both internal and external, and the necessity to continually reinvest in building community
- Personal takeaways and the courage it takes to both belong and create spaces for others to belong
- The podcast as a bridge builder and companion for listeners navigating changes, transitions, and questions of home
Notable Quotes
- “Belonging is not found, it’s formed.” Megan Norton-Newbanks
- “True belonging never asks us to change who we are.” Brene Brown
- “May you be at home wherever you find yourself today.” – Maya Angelou
Special Thanks
Gratitude is given to the podcast’s guests, angel producer John Palmer, and sound engineer Pradeep for their invaluable contributions.
Final Thoughts
Listeners are encouraged to revisit the podcast library, connect with the stories that resonate, and continue the conversation about belonging. The hosts hint that while this is the final episode of the season, more may come in the future.
Farewell
The episode closes with a multilingual goodbye, expressing love, gratitude, and the hope that all will find belonging wherever their journeys take them.
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