The Unplug Podcast: Activated Living for Truth Seekers and Critical Thinkers in a Collapsing World

Abrupt anthropogenic climate change is here and has now taken on a life of its own. It’s no longer a question of if or when, it’s a question of how to cope in a rapidly collapsing world where the masses just don’t give a damn. Despite increasing episodes of epic flooding, drought, wildfire, earthquakes, Arctic sea ice melt, and the frightening rise of methane and CO2 in our radically altered climate system, business-as-usual arrogantly plods along. Abrupt climate change is not to be taken lightly however. As it now stands, planet Earth may become totally uninhabitable in a matter of months or years (single digit) rather than decades or centuries. Many scientists are deeply alarmed by the accelerating changes that are becoming increasingly unpredictable. One of these scientists is Paul Beckwith. Paul is a climatologist and part-time professor at the University of Ottawa in my hometown of Ottawa, Canada. After months of trying to connect for this podcast, Paul and I finally made it work only days after Donald Trump was crowned king of the USA. Needless to say, the conversation I originally planned to have with Paul was tossed out the window in favor of a spirited discussion about the beginning of a very dark new world order—including the very real possibility of expedited biosphere collapse. Paul is well known for his comprehensive Youtube videos of sometimes daunting subjects, especially in relation to the climate, weather, oceanography and Earth Sciences. He has a knack for explaining complex issues in language that is easily understood. Paul is a proponent of geoengineering, of which I’m not because I feel that we’ve already tampered with the Earth more than enough. Despite my beliefs however, Paul offers many nuggets of wisdom about the state of emergency we are now in with our climate, along with some interesting thoughts about the uncertain direction of the world with Donald Trump at the helm. This week, we chat about: * The uncertainty of Trumpism. * Why we should be concerned about record low levels of Arctic sea ice. * How the swing to the far right is a desperate attempt to revive the familiar in deeply troubling times. * How the turn towards nationalism creates racism. * The twilight zone of climate change denial. * How Trump manipulated the media to destabilize the country. * How climate change is a threat multiplier. * How we are now living in a climate emergency. * The oceans are sick with acidity and warming. * What is a blue ocean event? * What is biomimicry and geoengineering? * The problem with human overpopulation. With his extensive scientific knowledge and profound critical thinking skills, Paul Beckwith offers a sobering perspective that can no longer be denied: we are living in a climate emergency in deeply troubling times. SHOW NOTES: * Paul Beckwith’s website. * Paul’s prolific Youtube channel. * Paul on Twitter. * Farewell to Ice by Peter Wadhams. If Deb’s words hit home and you find value in her work, please donate:

Francis Weller is a psychotherapist, writer and soul activist. He’s a master of synthesizing diverse streams of thought from psychology, anthropology, mythology, alchemy, indigenous cultures and poetic traditions. The core of his work is creating pathways to reclaiming our indigenous soul—the “unforgotten wisdom” that resides in the heart of the psyche. Francis is also the founder and director of WisdomBridge, an organization that offers educational programs that seek to integrate the wisdom from traditional cultures with the insights and knowledge gathered from western cultures to inspire soul activism. Francis also helped to create Men of Spirit, an intensive year-long initiation program designed to restore the masculine community as a resource for cultural renewal. This week’s conversation delves deep into the heart—the very soul of who we are. We speak intimately to the necessity for grief in our lives as a pathway to wholeness. Our exploration takes us to sacred places including: * How grief requires sacred community. * How grief is a pathway to delight. * How grief inspires fluidity and opening to joy and gratitude. * How blocking our own pain prevents us from feeling the pain of the Earth. * Holding love and grief as one. * The necessity for grief ritual. * The connection between sorrow and joy. * The difference between joy and happiness. * The feral nature of grief and how it shapes us as emotionally mature adults. * How our addiction to control suppresses the soul. * The difference between grief as a ‘verb’ or an identity. * What is conscious grieving? * How grief changes shape and never leaves. * Navigating Earth grief. * How grief can be our salvation. * The grace of grief. I am so honored to bring this beautiful conversation to your hearts and minds this week. Please welcome the profound wisdom of Francis Weller and the transformative power of grief. SHOW NOTES: * Francis Weller website. * The Wild Edge of Sorrow: Rituals of Renewal and the Sacred Work of Grief on Amazon. * Wisdom Bridge website. If Deb’s words hit home and you find value in her work, please donate:

I have had the pleasure of meeting the coolest people through the Unplug podcast! This week’s guest is no exception. Paul Marcotte is a fellow Canadian whose life of simplicity gives the word a whole new meaning. My first introduction to this interesting man was during a conversation with Guy McPherson this past summer. The two men are long-time friends. With our similar mindsets, Guy knew that our paths were meant to cross. After releasing my podcast with Guy, Paul reached out to me with an email introduction that went straight to my heart. When I checked out his blog, I knew he had to be on the podcast. Paul calls himself, “The Thoughtful Wanderer”—an appropriate moniker for the unconventional life he lives. You see, Paul has chosen a life of intentional homelessness. He travels around the globe with little more than a backpack and a bicycle. His vocation as a professional home and pet sitter offers the opportunity for great adventure. Adding a little more spice to this story is Paul’s keen awareness of the dire reality of our collapsing world. Because of his friendship with Guy McPherson, Paul is not afraid to explore the spaces and places that most fear to go. In that fearlessness, he has reached a level of acceptance that inspires him to live fully now—with presence, compassion and humor. In this week’s episode, we free-flow into topics such as: * Living an intentionally homeless life. * Learning presence, love and truth from animals. * Self-trust and presence. * Living with a spirit of adventure. * The liberation of simple living. * The salve of nature. * The stasis of mainstream activism. * Our planetary crisis: From denial to acceptance to presence. * Redefining abundance. * The luxury of simple living. * The synergy between intention and abundance. * Trusting feeling over perception. * Living with death in mind to prompt passion and presence. I’m co-hosting once again with my wonderful partner, Deb Gleason. We were both excited to get to know this man who has chosen a life of the heart. Paul Marcotte proves to us in this episode that home definitely is where the heart is. Enjoy! SHOW NOTES: * The Thoughtful Wanderer blog. * Does the Damn Thing Work post on Paul’s blog. * Letting Go of a World in Collapse essay. * The Hand Sculpted House on Amazon. * Guy McPherson’s website. * The Weather Makers on Amazon. If Deb’s words hit home and you find value in her work, please donate:

You may be thinking, “What a weird title for a podcast. Methane? Buddhism? New consciousness?” In a nutshell, that’s the essence of this week’s inspiring guest. Jennifer Hynes is a climate researcher and the creator of two significant climate change videos addressing escalating climate trends. In particular, her focus has been on the methane hydrate situation in the Arctic. As a highly trained IT professional with an emphasis on large data migrations and data trends analysis, she has a passion for connecting the dots of the climate world, and spreading awareness of the looming climate catastrophe. Jennifer also has a deep and abiding interested in Tibetan Buddhism. Growing up in Laos and Ghana, she learned the intrinsic value of being internally guided and spiritually connected at a young age. While she’s not a formally trained climate scientist, her first video, “The Arctic Methane Monster’s Rapid Rise” was widely viewed and went viral. Her second video, “Methane Monster II: Demise of the Arctic” has also garnered considerable attention. Jennifer’s awakening to the dire reality of our climate situation is a fascinating story—one which we explore in great depth on the show. She’s a gifted storyteller whose passion for life is palpable! This week, we discuss topics such as: * Intuition and spiritual pursuits. * The power of vulnerability to create connection. * The importance of like-minded community to navigate abrupt climate-change awareness. * How the melting Arctic affects us all. * Speaking out: the path of the warrior. * How authenticity and clear-thinking empower a message. * What is a pioneer in consciousness? * How despair is not a state of the heart (and why it’s important to allow it to move). * How emotion and passion moves us far more than scientific information. * Why we should be concerned about methane. * How the human mind is conditioned to normalize the abnormal to preserve the status quo. * What is the “hot blob” and the “ridiculously resilient ridge”? * Living with the knowledge of near-term human extinction. * The myths of grief. * How gratitude and joy walk hand-in-hand. * The liberation of acceptance. Jennifer is passionate, warm, smart and funny. I’m grateful to have her in my life and I suspect you will too after listening to this inspiring conversation. SHOW NOTES: * Jennifer Hynes website. * Sam Carana’s Arctic News Blogspot. * Carolyn Baker’s books. * Peter Wadhams, Ice free Arctic article. * Andrew Harvey’s website. If Deb’s words hit home and you find value in her work, please donate:

This week, my partner Deb Gleason and I speak about our intuitively guided move away from the Sunshine Coast to a new location that feels more aligned with where we now need to go. Our conversation explores the depths of what it means to live courageously with deep trust; how we manifest what we need when we take the required action. We also speak about the accelerating Earth changes and how they’re affecting our ability to discern our internal cues with more clarity. We also explore topics of conversation such as: * Living simply. * Living from essence in our collapsing world. * How the body never lies. * The power of (wo)manifesting (i.e. thought, choice, action). * Trusting our internal cues. * What is deep courage? * How grief and pain transform us. * How acceptance liberates us. * Living passionately in a collapsing world. * The connection between joy and gratitude. * The isolation of living an aware and awakened life. * The fire of compassion. Yet another conversation that will rock your world! SHOW NOTES: *  Unprecedented Green Ocean: Feeling Homesick at Home blog post. *  The Illusion and Truth of Courage blog post. * Navigating an Altered Planet with Grace podcast with Deb Gleason and Gigi Hoeller. * Beyond Vegan: An Awakened Exploration of Conscious Eating online program. If Deb’s words hit home and you find value in her work, please donate:

This week’s guest is Dr. Guy McPherson: author, activist, grief recovery specialist, and award-winning professor emeritus of Natural Resources, and Ecology and Evolutionary Biology from the University of Arizona. He’s also the only person who openly speaks about the extinction of species homo sapien—not in some distant timeline, but in our lifetime.

Earlier this month, Louise LeBrun invited me to participate in her life-altering 10-day writing experience called, “Whispers From Within”. It’s a small group experience for women who are hungry to know more of themselves. Without revealing too much in these show notes, I will let you know that the experience is deeply personal and profoundly transformative. We speak at great length about what came up for us in this week’s lengthy podcast.

Carolyn Baker is the author of several books about our chaotic and collapsing times. She’s a truth-teller extraordinaire. Her background includes: adjunct professor of history and psychology for more than 10 years, psychotherapist in private practice for 17 years and she’s also a student of ritual and mythology with a personal meditation practice that spans more than 30 years. She offers life coaching both locally in her hometown of Boulder, Colorado and also internationally. She’s a prolific author with 11 books to her name, and she’s also the host of the New Lifeboat Hour podcast.

With abrupt climate change becoming an increasingly hot topic these days—both literally and figuratively—it’s becoming more clear that our altered planet is a source of great concern for many. We have now crossed many tipping points of no return. One of the most profound tipping points relates to accelerated Arctic sea ice melt. Why is a lack of Arctic sea ice a concern? In simple terms, the white of the ice reflects the sun back into the atmosphere maintaining a cooler ocean and thus a cooler Earth. A lack of sea ice means a lack of albedo, otherwise known as “whiteness”. A lack of albedo means that things are darker. No Arctic sea ice means more dark water to absorb the heat of the sun and create a warming effect. Think of a hot summer day. Does it make more sense to wear a white t-shirt or a dark t-shirt? The warmer the water, the more things melt, which means even less albedo. This positive feedback loop becomes self-reinforcing with no way to stop it, and thus the ocean continues to warm. Warming oceans also mean acidification, deoxygenation and expansion. Yes, warm water expands. This means sea level rise, altered ocean current patterns, methane release and many other feedback loops that spiral out of control. As feedback loops compound, the planet becomes less habitable for many plant and animal species…and eventually for us. A lack of Arctic sea ice is a very serious problem for our entire life-support system. This week’s guest is adventurer, writer and biologist, Erin McKittrick. Originally from Seattle, Erin now lives in the North American epicentre of it all—Alaska—with her husband and two children in their yurt. Erin and her husband, Hig, have been trekking for over a decade, logging over 8000 miles of wilderness travel. On their website, they write that their human-powered trekking expeditions across Alaska give them the “ground truth” of everything from mine proposals to climate change, through observation and conversation with locals. They then combine this “ground truth” with “researched truth,” using their respective scientific backgrounds to create comprehensive and accurate articles on key issues across the state. Their mission is to provide people with the knowledge they need to make smart decisions about the issues they uncover, now and into the future. This week we talk about: * The gratitude that comes from simple living. * How so much of our lives are tied to the electric grid. * How sea ice is a controlling factor in our global climate. * What is albedo and why it matters. * What is a self-reinforcing positive feedback loop and why it is a concern. * The variability of weather in relation to climate change. * Sea bird die-offs and climate change. This is an important conversation that will both inspire and open your mind to the experiential truth of climate change to be found on the ground. SHOW NOTES: * Ground Truth Trekking website. If Deb’s words hit home and you find value in her work, please donate:

A few months ago, I received a link to a TEDx talk by a friend who knew the message would resonate. It did. So much so that I immediately reached out to the speaker to invite her on to the show. After numerous email exchanges, we finally connected for a powerful conversation about walking out of the dominant culture and walking on to the truth that lives in our hearts—a truth that lives for the present moment in community and service. Deborah Frieze is this week’s guest. She’s an author, entrepreneur, TEDx speaker, and activist committed to strengthening local economies. Her award-winning book, co-authored with Margaret Wheatley, Walk Out Walk On: A Learning Journey into Communities Daring to Live the Future Now, profiles pioneering leaders who walked out of organizations failing to contribute to the common good—and walked on to build resilient communities. She is a founding partner of the Boston Impact Initiative and founder of the Old Oak Dojo, an urban learning center in Jamaica Plain where neighbors gather to rediscover how to create healthy and resilient communities. What struck me most about Deborah’s TEDx talk is how bold she was about telling it like it is, meaning how our dominant systems—education, healthcare, government, business, etc.—are failing communities, the Earth and ourselves. Deborah clearly articulates how it’s not possible to change big systems and how we can only abandon them and start over, or offer hospice to what’s dying. Her talk and her work explores the underlying cultural beliefs that prop up the global mindset of separation. She also shares a radical theory of change that reveals how localism has a critical role to play in whatever future we may have. In this week’s conversation, we also go into great depths about a number of topics including: * Walking out of the status quo and into our heart’s calling. * How the world is made of living systems. * Seeing beyond the dominant culture. * How systems thinking reconnects us to life. * The difference between the linear Newtonian worldview and quantum physics. * How the human worldview is based on machines, not life. * How rugged individualism isolates us from our community nature. * How community nurtures our sense of belonging. * The amplification of collapsing energies in today’s world. * Doing our work in the face of uncertainty. * Beyond hope and hopelessness. * How we cannot change the system because of how deeply entrenched it is within the human psyche. * Why most activism and non-violent actions don’t work and why play is more effective. * Fostering critical connections over critical mass. This is a powerful conversation that I know will activate, inspire and elicit deep thought. SHOW NOTES: * Deborah Frieze’s main website. * Walk Out Walk On book website. If Deb’s words hit home and you find value in her work, please donate:

“This is a dark time, filled with suffering and uncertainty. Like living cells in a larger body, it is natural that we feel the trauma of our world. So don’t be afraid of the anguish you feel, or the anger or fear, because these responses arise from the depth of your caring and the truth of your interconnectedness with all beings.” —Joanna Macy It’s becoming glaringly evident that we’re living in increasingly frightening and uncertain times. Despite that fact, many people either fail to comprehend, sluff-off with indifference, or downright deny the fact that our planet is being altered at a pace and magnitude that is rapidly steering us into uncharted territory. With what’s playing out environmentally with unprecedented wildfires, droughts, tropical storms, heatwaves, floods, sinkholes, red tides, coral bleaching, epidemic animal die-offs, and the accelerating speed at which the Arctic sea ice is melting, it’s becoming increasingly difficult to stay grounded as everything unravels around us. Our oceans now contain more spilled oil and plastic than sea life. One of the great natural wonders of the world that fascinated me as a child, The Great Barrier Reef, is rapidly dying. Profound economic collapse is unfolding in Venezuela, with South Sudan, Zimbabwe, and Russia in hot pursuit. Closer to home, areas of northern British Columbia are also in free fall. Planet-wide toxification, rampant overpopulation, rapacious consumption, and staggering willful ignorance are driving the crisis that much deeper. Discussions about collapse wouldn’t be complete without speaking of Donald Trump and his penchant for inciting hatred, xenophobia, sexism, bigotry, aggression, violence, narcissism, and fear in the lowest common denominator in the United States. One man has single-handedly inspired the emergence of the ugliest parts of humanity by giving permission to the remorseless expression of a violent shadow. With the US presidential election only months away, the candidate choices for the most domineering country in the world are bleak: Patriarchy from a megalomaniac blowhard, or patriarchy in a conniving pantsuit. Sad, sad, sad. Of course we can’t forget the violent shooting rampage in Orlando that destroyed the lives of 49 innocent people and also brought to light (yet again) the entitled lunacy of the National Rifle Association and the American right to bear arms. And if that’s not enough, Britain regressed into the dark ages with the recent Brexit vote—a vote that ensures the burgeoning far right psychosis that has gripped the collective psyche. Sadly, this brief synopsis barely scratches the surface of our dire global predicament. To quote Dorothy from The Wizard of Oz, “Toto, I’ve a feeling we’re not in Kansas anymore.” The world I once knew is now a distant memory—a memory that I cherish, and one I am deeply grateful for. The future however, brings a knot to my stomach that refuses to leave. There’s no doubt that the entire world is in collapse in every aspect of our lives—from the micro stresses of our personal lives to the macro stresses of our collective lives. We’re living in dire times of great crisis, and no amount of denial, ignorance, or new-age magical thinking will make it go away. The consciousness of humanity is at an all-time low. Yes, there are wonderful people doing wonderful things to make the world a better place. I’ve brought the voices and hearts of many of these people to you over the past few years. But it’s no longer enough as darkness rapidly envelops the planet. The word, apocolypse means, “a lifting of the veil” or a “revelation”. While ‘business as usual’ creaks and groans under the weight of its own lies, many are choosing to no longer wear the blinders of denial, drink the kool-aid of hopium, or choke down the blue pill of ignorance. This makes for an apocolyptic reality check,

“Follow your dreams, believe in yourself and don’t give up.” —Rachel Corrie Sarah Smith is a full-time independent musician based in London, Ontario with a voice that’s often compared to Melissa Etheridge, Bonnie Raitt and Janis Joplin. Her songs are based on personal experiences about triumphing over tragedy and claiming your best self. She firmly believes that our vulnerabilities are what strengthen us. Her story is one of growing up in a small town as a “farm girl”, as she puts it. Growing up naive to the world, she set off at a young age to find herself. Her path was a circuitous one that led her to places and spaces that would eventually take their toll on her psyche. Music was a gateway to her soul and the healing salve required to liberate herself from the addiction that led her astray. Because of her past personal experiences, Sarah has a strong connection to mental health issues and she uses her voice to create awareness about mental health and addictions. She readily admits to the struggles of her own own inner demons, but with conscious awareness, she’s always striving to be better. She works diligently on her body, mind and soul to keep herself grounded in solidarity for her true self. Sarah is a person who follows her heart and listens to her inner voice. This is a topic we speak about in great detail in this week’s show. As an independent musician, it takes a lot of courage to do what she’s doing by running her own career without an agent, manager, or record label. She’s a true inspiration for anyone willing to follow their dreams. In this week’s conversation we explore: * The hunger to find yourself. * Music as a gateway to the soul. * Breaking free from the lone wolf syndrome and asking for help. * Reawakening the community mindset. * How spirituality keeps us grounded in ourselves. * The powerful force of creative energy. * Expressing our vulnerabilities through our creative outlets and claiming  our inner power. * How our heart never leads us astray. * The importance of self-care to remain grounded. * Living label-free as your authentic self. * Coming out without the stigma. * Redefining love. * Consciously working through triggers. * Navigating the inner critic. Enjoy this week’s conversation with one of the hardest working people in music. SHOW NOTES: * Sarah Smith’s website. * A Course in Miracles on Amazon. If Deb’s words hit home and you find value in her work, please donate:

“Healthy plants and trees yield abundant flowers and fruits. Similarly, from a healthy person, smiles and happiness shine forth like the rays of the sun.” —B. K. S. Iyengar There are many things that keeps me grounded in sanity in today’s increasingly insane world. Time in nature, time with like-hearted community, creative expression, service to the Earth, and the physical movement of swimming, cycling, kayaking and hiking are lifelines to my soul. The main philosophy that encompasses all of this for me, is yoga. Although I confess to an irregular asana practice, I live the essence of yoga on a daily basis through my conscious choices, intentional actions and deep connection to ahimsa. As is the case with most of us however, I’m an ongoing work in progress with some days better than others. The bottom line for me though, is an aspiration and a hunger to live as close to my essence as possible at every given moment. This week’s guest is no different in his hunger for “better”. Maurice McCann is a devoted yogi living on the Gold Coast of Australia where he practices and teaches the yogic philosophy of B.K.S. Iyengar, otherwise known as the Iyengar method. If you’re familiar with the physical aspect of yoga, you’re most likely familiar with the practice of Hatha, which is taught in most mainstream yoga centers. Although the Iyengar method is yoga in the traditional sense, Iyengar asana differs in that it emphasizes precision and alignment in all postures. Because of this, the Iyengar method relies heavily on the use of props such as wooden gadgets, blocks, pillows and cushions, chairs, belts ropes and other props to aid the body in proper alignment. Although my experience with the Iyengar method is limited, what strikes me the most is how we place limits on our mobility, but with the proper use of props, those limitations can quickly dissolve. This can then facilitate greater self confidence. My conversation this week with Maurice delves into a deeper explanation of what Iyengar yoga is all about … and so much more. This week we explore: * Yoga as a connection to spirituality. * How disembodied we are as a culture and how this contributes to our disconnect from the Earth and ourselves. * How yoga brings us back into an embodied state. * How the best teachers are also the best students. * How yoga fills us from the inside out. * What is the Iyengar yoga method? * How asana can be a gateway into the deeper philosophy of yoga. * What is yoga? * The commoditization of yoga. * A conversation about ahimsa and how it relates to body acceptance. * Personal growth through yoga. * How yoga can expand our compassion and kindness and connect us to our deepest essence. One of the many things that struck me about Maurice is his gentle joy. You can easily hear it in his voice as we chat. He exudes tremendous passion for his chosen work as a yoga instructor after leaving a high paying corporate position at a mining company—a profound paradigm shift! Maurice has been on the yoga path long before it was cool, so he not only practices it, he lives it, and today’s conversation delves deeply into what it is to live yoga and practice life. Without further adieu, I give to you my conversation with passionate yogi from down under, Maurice McCann. NOTE: Maurice is putting on a yoga retreat in Bali from June 13-25. If you live in that part of the world or you’re into last minute adventure, you can find out more at this link. SHOW NOTES: * The Yoga Room website. * Yoga Room Bali retreat. * Official Iyengar

Everywhere we look, we see trash. It’s ugly, ubiquitous, and overwhelming. We overuse, abuse, and discard our world without a care, and our consumptive ways are hurting the Earth in every possible way. The problem is so immense that it’s easy to fall into the pit of despair. But there’s a pinprick of light shining in an endless sea of garbage. Martin Smyzcek is a reuse artist who utilizes used, discarded, and un-recyclable items normally considered “trash”. In his work, trash is the medium for artistic expression. Martin transforms ugliness into beauty by highlighting the idea that nothing created should be wasted or discarded after use. As he states on his website, “Putting something in a bag, a can, or a hole in the ground, and walking away, is not an answer. It simply creates a whole new set of problems.” By reusing what others unconsciously discard, he is reframing trash. Martin also inspires us to live fully and creatively right now. His battle with advanced glaucoma and the threat of immanent blindness, is one of his main driving forces. The disease has been with him since birth and there is no cure. As he writes on his website, “For me, being an artist and observing my progressing vision loss is frightening, and sometimes it gets the best of me. However, the drive it instills into me to push farther, go faster, be better — not just in art, but in everyday life — and create, create, create… is powerful. This week we chat about: * What is reuse art? * Reframing trash. * Critical thinking skills: want or need? * The power of example. * Reclaiming simplicity. * How our collective consumption is like a widespread mental illness. * We don’t need to change the world, we need to change ourselves to inspire others. * How our culture is set up for consumption and destruction, not for life. * Keep moving in the direction of “better”. * Living with glaucoma. Ultimately, Martin’s work is about inspiring us to re-think how we live, use, and reuse; and through his art and the power of example, he’s doing just that. SHOW NOTES: * Martin’s website website. If Deb’s words hit home and you find value in her work, please donate:

Cultural rebel, fellow creative and podcast host, Rebekah Nemethy joins me this week for a conversation about … life. Unlike most episodes, this one flows with no initial theme in mind. What emerged was a transparent conversation about finding yourself within the cultural maze, stumbling along the way, and opening yourself to life, love and truth. Its a raw conversation that exposes insecurities, passions, fears, and a desire for ongoing self exploration.