In this episode, host Maureen engages in an insightful conversation with Bart Van Grinsven, a dream catcher and life shaper who coaches successful entrepreneurs toward a more meaningful and aligned life. Bart shares personal stories of how being in nature with his daughters and the profound impact of simple natural experiences has helped them connect on a deeper level. He discusses his journey of selling his business in Belgium and moving to Spain in pursuit of a life true to his desires. Bart highlights the power of slowing down, embracing nature, and how it can lead to significant personal transformations. Maureen and Bart explore the themes of aligning with one's true self, the importance of reconnecting with nature, and the positive future they envision for humanity.
00:00 Connecting Through Nature: A Father's Experience
01:17 Introduction to the Enchanted Earth Podcast
01:38 Meet Bart Van Grinsven: Dream Catcher and Life Shaper
02:50 Navigating Power Outages: Finding Meaning in Disruption
06:28 The Journey to Spain: Following Dreams and Making Changes
15:27 The Profound Connection with Nature
23:58 A Rocky Start: Connecting with My Daughters
24:42 The Power of Nature: Relaxation and Connection
26:24 The Visionary Perspective: Embracing Possibilities
29:16 Dreams and Decisions: Moving to Spain
32:01 Nature's Calling: Profound Moments and Reflections
37:18 The Path to Transformation: Embracing Change
42:35 Final Thoughts: Finding Meaning and Connection
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About Bart van Grinsven -
Bart van Grinsven is the founder of Flow and Matter, where he works as a Dreamcatcher and Lifeshaper, helping successful entrepreneurs transition to more fulfilling and aligned lives. Born in the Netherlands, but raised in Belgium, his journey began there, where he ran a fashion business with his wife for 18 years. In 2019, they decided to follow their hearts, sold their business, and moved to Spain with their three children. This decision allowed Bart to reinvent himself and pursue his passion for coaching.
Bart specializes in guiding entrepreneurs who feel stuck or out of alignment with their current work. He helps them reconnect with their deepest desires and embrace the gifts they have been entrusted with. Through a combination of nature retreats, the Positive Intelligence framework, and one-on-one coaching, Bart leads clients to (re)embrace their essence and find fulfilment in their personal and professional lives.
About Maureen Calamia
Maureen Calamia has been a seeker all her life, tapping into the magic of nature, dreams, and consciousness to unearth truths of our ancient connection to heaven and earth. A teacher, author, and podcaster, she shares stories of greater meaning, purpose, and resonance with all of nature’s beings. Founded the Luminous Spaces School with online courses in feng shui, earth energy healing, biophilic design, and nature spirituality. Maureen offers private mentoring to those seeking self-discovery support. Her newest book, The Enchanted Earth: Embracing the Power of Nature to Discover the Wild in You (Mango, 2024), is available wherever online books are sold.
COURSE OFFERINGS AND CONSULTATIONS: https://www.luminous-spaces.com/
BOOK - The Enchanted Earth: Embracing the Power of Nature to Discover the Wild in You: https://bookshop.org/p/books/the-enchanted-earth-maureen-calamia/21477870?ean=9781684816859
SPEAKING: https://www.luminous-spaces.com/feng-shui-speaker/
SUBSTACK: https://substack.com/@ma
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