Mother Tree Network – Details, episodes & analysis

Greetings, beautiful souls. As we embark on the fourth season of the Mother Tree Network, it seems auspicious that our first episode coincides with a day of love—Valentine's Day—and the birthday of a renowned figure of love and freedom, Mr. Frederick Douglass. This season begins with a commitment to centering love consciousness in 2025—a year where decisions and actions are rooted in love, even amidst the chaotic events swirling around us.

**The Power of Love Consciousness:**

In a world where executive orders and political tensions weigh heavily, it's crucial to ground ourselves in love consciousness. This practice isn't just a sanctuary for our spirits; it acts as fuel for the actions we take in this world. Sometimes, as I experienced recently with emotional responses to political decisions, we need to break down before we can rebuild with love.

**A Conversation with Lip Bone Redding:**

Who better to accompany us on this journey than Lip Bone Redding? This idiosyncratic and spiritually harmonious musician from North Carolina embodies what it means to live with love. His presence is a testimony to divine masculinity expressed gently through music.

In our heartfelt dialogue, Lip Bone and I explored critical societal questions, thoughts on forgiveness, and the depth hidden in simple-sounding songs. Lip Bone's talents don't stop at singing; he's a storyteller who invites his audience into his narrative with songs like "How Does It Get Any Better Than This?"

This particular song, in its deceptively simple charm, pricks at the heart and invites reflection on our outlook—whether we're faced with joy or adversity. The essence of this question, derived from a friend's encouragement in times of self-reflection, illustrates how sometimes the simplest phrases open us to possibilities and teach us about the significant details in life.

**Embracing Forgiveness:**

A significant part of our conversation revolved around personal growth and forgiveness. The difficulty many face in forgiving themselves stems from not wanting to attach to past misactions. Lip Bone illuminated his thoughts on how revisiting every detail of past actions, even if painful, helps reclaim parts of our energy tied to those moments.

For Lip Bone, forgiveness is about presence – acknowledging every detail not to dwell but to release. Forgiveness often pairs with acceptance and compassion for our journeys and others', as both are nurturing facets of love.

**Songwriting and the Antenna of Artistry:**

Lip Bone shared his creative process as a musician, listening to the muse that guides his artistic expression. His belief in the power and responsibility of sharing through art reflects a natural state of being that gently disrupts and inspires. Art is a leading force, reshaping our perceptions and guiding us towards more profound questions and truths.

**Creating Spaces of Okayness:**

Living at a spiritual retreat center, Lip Bone has embraced the power of creating spaces that allow individuals to just ‘be.’ His work, especially through music and meditations shared on his YouTube channel "Infinite Okayness," extends the invitation

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Aminata reflects on the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., emphasizing 'justice without judgment,' a concept introduced to her by Gary Zukav. Sharing a personal experience from 2016-2017 while canvassing for a Democratic candidate in a Republican town, Aminata highlights the dangers of a judgmental attitude. The script explores the importance of love as the foundation for justice, urging a shift from labels and blame to understanding and connection. Aminata advocates for actions rooted in love, aiming to redeem the soul of America, a principle she attributes to Dr. King's vision.

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How do you know if your ancestors are trying to get your attention?

What does it mean to be shamana or a shaman?

Is the Sirius Star System sending messages via pop music and Lee Harris’ the Z’s?

These are just some of the questions Mother Tree Network podcast host Aminata and special guest Rosemary Reyes consider in this gripping conversation.

Trigger alert–There is some mention of gun violence and a stalker.

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Rosemary Reyes is a shamanic practitioner and visual artist that employs animation, collage, drawing, and painting as sacred practices to communicate with ancestors. By engaging sacred and ritualistic indigenous practices to produce psychedelic imagery, the result is an attempt to unite her stratified ethnic origins and to transform the devastating legacy of colonization in the Caribbean into something beautiful and playful that looks to the future with a generous measure of optimism. She recently exhibited a show of large-scale collages at Lightforms Art Center in Hudson, NY. Follow her on Instagram: mermami

#ancestorslegacy #siriusstarseed #siriusastarseed #sirianstarseed #ancestorhealing #spiritualawakening #shamana #mothertreenetwork

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“The real kids don't have to work for love. It's us fake kids who got to be out here proving ourselves so that we don't get kicked out.”

Juneteeth is comin up!  How will you honor this holiday, celebrating the emancipation of Black people after the Civil War?

In the latest episode of Mother Tree Network, I offer my Juneteenth reflections on Ancestors, Foster Care, and forgiveness. 

I give you my intimate thoughts after sitting with Juneteenth in my body.

Here are three ways You Can Celebrate and Reflect on Juneteenth for people of all backgrounds:

• Acknowledge your capacity for horror and extraction. Befriend these aspects of yourself; find out what they need so they don’t have to cause harm to get your attention.
  
  
• Tap into your ancestors and ask for their message. It's an important step towards healing and understanding the significance of Juneteenth.
  
  
• We belong to each other. The illusion of not belonging comes from colonization, but we can heal by connecting to earth and all of our relations. This is not conceptual.  Go outside!

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In this intimate conversation, Anna Gatmon and I delve into the trauma experienced by nations, specifically Israel and Gaza, and how individuals like you and me can use to subtle activism to shift global consciousness towards peace and wholeness.

Subtle activism is all about using meditation, prayer, and focused intention to tap into the collective consciousness for guidance and then taking inspired action. It's a way of making a difference on a deeper, non-physical level.

Our conversation revolves around three questions: 

1. How do we tap into our highest selves when we're facing collective trauma, like the conflicts between Israel and Gaza?

2. What is the Gaian Experiment and how can we use our free will to foster wholeness amidst suffering and separation?

3. How can we apply subtle activism to big issues like the Middle East conflict, and how 
does it help in healing and transformation?

Anna’s Bio:

A former fashion model, Anna Gatmon, PhD, describes herself as a catalyst of transformation and spiritual guide. An engaging speaker with a unique life story, Anna has spent the last two decades on an inner quest into the workings of our world, the nature of reality, the significance of living through the current turbulent times, and the nature of suffering and transformation.

For more on Anna go to her website: annagatmon.com

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I can’t wait for you to hear this two-part conversation with former super model and modern day mystic, Dr. Anna Gatmon.

In part one we discuss Anna’s journey as an ugly duckling with a learning disability and painful family secrets that made her question her intelligence and her value.

Discovered in a Swedish drugstore as a teen, Anna went on to become an international model sensation.  But she ultimately left the world of fashion for spiritual callings that included a stay at the Findhorn community in Scotland and now four books.

Anna shares with us hard won wisdom on: 

How to avoid collapsing into your trauma story

How to make a one degree shift to change the trajectory of your whole life

4 Keys to Spiritual and Material wholeness

This is an inspiring conversation on finding wholeness and creating positive change, one degree at a time.

You’ll want to listen to the whole interview because Anna shares an inspiring story of a rescue Dog who shows how you can lure your most wounded parts into the light.  

Anna’s Bio:

A former fashion model, Anna Gatmon, PhD, describes herself as a catalyst of transformation and spiritual guide. An engaging speaker with a unique life story, Anna has spent the last two decades on an inner quest into the workings of our world, the nature of reality, the significance of living through the current turbulent times, and the nature of suffering and transformation.

For more on Anna go to her website: annagatmon.com

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I had a deep and vulnerable conversation with Laura Hartley, Climate activist and Life Coach, about Acceptance as a Pathway to Transformation and Collective Liberation.

Acceptance is not giving up. Giving up implies a sense of resignation and defeat, often leading to inaction or a lack of engagement with the challenges at hand. 

In contrast, acceptance is about understanding and acknowledging the reality of a situation while maintaining agency and openness to new possibilities.

We also discuss the long term effects of galvinizing people based on fear and anger ultimately leads to despair and a lack of imagination and joy.

🌟 Here are 3 key takeaways from our conversation:

1️⃣ Remember your story that is not yet complete. The story of the world and our lives is ongoing, offering us the potential to affect change.

2️⃣Enoughness before action: Don’t act from exhaustion.  Get to a place of spaciousness and rest and then choose your action.

3️⃣Unlearning and understanding: Every individual in the pursuit of collective liberation has a unique responsibility to engage in unlearning toxic systems, honoring personal boundaries, and choosing the areas where they can make a meaningful impact without burning out.

For more on Laura Hartley go to her website: www.laurahartley.com

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Welcome to the world of ancestral healing and spiritual connection! 

Discover answers to key questions: 

How can I connect with my ancestors spiritually? 

What is ancestral healing and why is it important? 

Are there practical rituals or practices for healing generational trauma? 

In the episode, Aminata shares guidance on the spiritual practice of connecting with one's heart and ancestors. She emphasizes the concept of ancestral healing, extending beyond biological lineage to include non-human species, and the impact of colonization on our connection to ancestors. 

Aminata discusses the significance of addressing and healing generational trauma for the well-being of future generations, highlighting the need to heal backward, forward, and in the present moment. 

She also provides practical advice, such as creating physical altars as access points of love and forgiveness rituals as a form of emotional detox. 

The episode culminates in a discussion about the power of imagination as a form of communication with ancestors and the impact of sharing these practices with others. 

Aminata also offers insights into her apprenticeship program focused on reconnecting with ancestors and regenerating with earth through various practices. 

As a supportive resource, Aminata recommends the book "Wisdom Walk to Self Mastery" by Jojopah Nsoroma, which includes forgiveness rituals to aid in ancestral healing. 

We encourage you to listen to the full episode for a profound journey into ancestral healing and connection. 

Whether you're interested in personal transformation, healing ancestral trauma, or seeking guidance from your ancestors, this episode offers valuable insights and practices.

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Osprey Orielle Lake is dedicated to creating a more sustainable and harmonious world, where people are connected to each other and the land. 

Her recent book The Story Is in our Bones tells the story of local communities all over the world led mostly by women who are standing for climate justice.

The founder of Women’s Earth Action Network, (WECAN), Osprey finds renewal and wisdom in the redwoods, the oceans, and the stars, especially during difficult times. 

In this conversation we talk about the difficulty of shifting worldviews while simultaneously campaigning for local reforms.

Here are three key takeaways from the episode:

1. Urgent Environmental Issues: Osprey Orielle Lake highlights urgent environmental issues faced by the Women's Earth and Climate Action Network, including fighting against fossil fuel pipelines and deforestation projects. Understanding and addressing these issues is crucial for creating a sustainable future.

2. Activism and Connection with Nature: Aminata Desert Rose and Osprey Orielle Lake discuss the importance of cultivating the ability to listen and have a relationship with the earth. From embracing activism as a way of living to educating ourselves about nature, it's essential to connect with living earth, even in urban environments.

3. Energy Activism and Spiritual Approaches: The conversation delves into the concept of energy activism and the importance of spiritual activism, such as meditation and prayer, within the ecosystem of active activism. Balancing manifest and energy-based activism is key for driving positive change.

Together, we can learn, grow, and take action to protect our planet and create a more sustainable world. Stay tuned for more insightful episodes from Mother Tree Network! #EnvironmentalActivism #Sustainability #MotherNature #PodcastEpisode 

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In our latest episode of the Mother Tree Network podcast, Aminata Desert Rose engages in a thought-provoking conversation with the inspiring Beny Ashburn. The discussion covers a wide array of topics, from personal reflections to the innovative world of craft beer, offering a deep dive into black culture, resilience, and the pursuit of one's passion.

Aminata Desert Rose and Beny Ashburn touch on the importance of prayer in guiding their lives and the powerful impact of self-reflection and spirituality. Beny Ashburn shares her personal journey, which includes uncovering her family's rich history and her steadfast commitment to honoring her late father's legacy in both business and character.

The conversation transitions to the significance of historically black spaces, such as Martha's Vineyard, and the feeling of safety, community, and belonging they provide. Beny Ashburn's experiences from her visit to Martha's Vineyard underscore the emotional connection she established with her father's legacy, bringing to light the unique strength found in reclaiming familial ties and personal history.

As the CEO of Crowns and Hops Brewing Company, Beny Ashburn delves into the world of craft beer and her mission to create inclusive, community-focused spaces within the industry. She shares her experiences as a CEO, from the challenges she has faced to the profound impact her company aims to make in preserving culture and expanding palates.

Despite the hurdles of entrepreneurship, Beny Ashburn's drive and determination are unmistakable, as evidenced in the company's groundbreaking achievement of raising over $1,000,000 in equity crowdfunding with 1400 invested individuals. Her commitment to establishing a taproom in Inglewood further illustrates her dedication to fostering a sense of community and connection through her business endeavors.

The episode with Beny Ashburn is a testament to the power of resilience, the pursuit of purpose, and the impact of creating spaces that honor and celebrate culture. We invite you to listen to this enriching conversation and join the vibrant dialogue within the Mother Tree Network community.

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