Welcome to Compassiviste Dialogues. I'm Ali, your host, and my mission with this podcast is to shed light on critical social and environmental issues worldwide, exploring avenues for positive change.

ABOUT GUEST:

Rebecca Bratspies is a professor at CUNY Law and the founding director of the Center for Urban Environmental Reform. A scholar in environmental justice and human rights, she has published extensively in academic journals and public forums.

Her award-winning book, Naming Gotham: The Villains, Rogues, and Heroes Behind New York Place Names, received the NY Public Historians’ 2023 Excellence in Local History Award, the NYC Big Book Award for History, and the 2024 American Legacy Book Award for US History. Her co-authored textbook, Environmental Justice: Law, Policy, and Regulation, is used in classrooms nationwide.

Rebecca also co-created (with artist Charlie LaGreca-Velasco) the EPA-award-winning graphic novel series The Environmental Justice Chronicles, which engages young readers in civic education through storytelling and visual art.

KEY NOTES:

The Intersection of Creativity and Academia: How Rebecca Bridges Both Worlds Understanding the Importance of Census Data in Shaping Policy The Role of FOIA in Promoting Government Transparency What Happens When Policy Fails the People? Closing the Gap: Can Policy Truly Amplify Marginalized Voices? Defining a Healthy Environment: What Does It Really Mean?

TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 – Episode Trailer 01:30 – Intro 02:44 – What Sparked Rebecca’s Passion for Justice? 11:20 – Bridging Creativity and Academia 16:48 – What Is the Census and Why Does It Matter? 19:45 – Demystifying Census Data 22:38 – Can FOIA Ensure Government Transparency? 27:42 – What Can the Public Do When Policy Fails? 32:03 – Can Policy Truly Amplify Marginalized Voices? 36:53 – What Defines a Healthy Environment? 40:49 – Solving the Environmental Justice Placement Challenge 50:05 – From Privilege to Social Responsibility 58:17 – How Can We Spark Global Change? 01:02:59 – Why Do We Overconsume as a Society? 01:07:35 – Naming Gotham: The Stories Behind New York’s Neighborhoods 01:16:14 – Today’s Challenges in Justice and Environmental Law 01:19:51 – The Social and Environmental Crisis We Must Face 01:25:30 – Outro & Rebecca’s Book

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Welcome to Compassiviste Dialogues. I'm Ali, your host, and my mission with this podcast is to shed light on critical social and environmental issues worldwide, exploring avenues for positive change.

ABOUT GUEST:

Dr. Tina Schermer Sellers is a licensed psychotherapist, best-selling author, researcher, and professor emerita whose work explores the intersection of relational health, parenting, spiritual intimacy, and social justice. Her perspectives have been featured in Spirituality & Health, Refinery 29, Medium, and numerous media outlets including podcasts, radio, and television.

She is known for addressing how shame and cultural narratives can affect relationships, parenting, and personal confidence. Her latest release, Shameless Parenting, became a bestseller in eight categories and offers guidance on raising confident, shame-resilient children.

Dr. Sellers is the founder of the Northwest Institute on Intimacy, which trains professionals in healthy relational and emotional frameworks. She also launched InannaRising.org — a support and training network for therapists integrating advanced therapeutic approaches and equity initiatives in mental health care.

Follow Dr. Tina on Instagram @DrTinaShameless.

KEY NOTES:

Healing from Shame and Moral Wounds Healing from Shame Rooted in Belief Systems Why Healing Should Be Accessible to All Rediscovering Personal Identity and Wholeness How Marketing Taps Into Our Emotional Triggers

TIMESTAMPS:

01:30 – Intro 02:56 – Who Is Dr. Tina Schermer Sellers? 10:32 – Beyond Biology: Rethinking Intimacy and Identity 22:04 – How Belief Systems and Media Shape Relationships and Self-Image 36:21 – From Harm to Healing: Seeking Clarity in a Culture of Silence 42:04 – Capitalism, Influence, and the Beauty Myth 52:21 – How Body Ideals Are Marketed as Empowerment 54:20 – How Religious Views on Intimacy Have Evolved Over Time 59:30 – Eight Principles for Respectful and Healthy Connection 01:08:07 – Ancient Traditions Celebrating Love and Connection 01:15:26 – Breaking the Cycle of Shame, Power, and Silence 01:28:27 – Making Emotional Healing More Accessible 01:30:17 – Redefining Returns: Viewing Healing as an Investment 01:36:22 – What Healing Really Means 01:43:40 – When Would Tina Invest in Gold? 01:50:57 – One Piece of Advice for Listeners 01:57:03 – Outro

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Welcome to Compassiviste Dialogues. I'm Ali, your host, and my mission with this podcast is to shed light on critical social and environmental issues worldwide, exploring avenues for positive change.

In this conversation, Francis Xavier shares his profound journey—from a privileged upbringing through crisis and into a life of spiritual exploration. Along the way, we reflect on family legacy, identity in the digital age, and the inner work required for lasting peace

Through adversity, he discovers the essence of true success and the frameworks necessary for personal development and acceptance. In this conversation, the speakers explore the nature of truth, the importance of spiritual practices, and the role of doubt and certainty in faith.

They discuss how personal pain can shape one's purpose and the significance of self-reflection in personal growth. The dialogue also touches on the impact of ego on purpose and the collective good, emphasizing the need for a centered existence to achieve true success and peace. In this conversation, the speakers explore the importance of balance and tolerance in spiritual practice.

They discuss the quest for inner peace and the role of personal responsibility in spiritual growth, emphasizing that true understanding and enlightenment come from within. The dialogue highlights the significance of faith, the interplay of free will and destiny, and the need for individuals to seek their own path to purpose and guidance.

ABOUT GUEST:

Francis Xavier IV is a writer, web developer and public speaker driven by a deep curiosity about the intersections of spirituality, technology and the human condition. He operates an independent web development agency, is a core contributor to WordPress, author of the Digital Mastery column for Inc.com and as a public speaker speaks on spirituality, storytelling and understanding tech. Currently preparing for an Appalachian Trail pilgrimage, Francis continues his lifelong pursuit of knowledge, meaning, and exploration.

KEY NOTES:

One of the key challenges in modern life may be a spiritual void. Adversity can lead to profound personal transformation. Spiritual awakening often follows a period of deep crisis. Rebuilding the self requires acceptance and forgiveness. Life's purpose is centered around building your soul. Self-reflection helps in recognizing and correcting small daily mistakes. Meditation is a powerful tool for personal growth and understanding. Prayer and meditation serve different but complementary purposes.

TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 The Shattering of Illusions 02:56 From Wealth to Crisis: A Childhood Revisited 05:52 The Impact of Family Legacy 09:12 Finding Identity in the Digital Age 12:03 The Journey Through Adversity 14:50 The Path to Spiritual Awakening 18:11 The Aftermath of Transformation 20:54 Rebuilding the Self 23:57 The Purpose of Life: Building Your Soul 26:46 Practical Spirituality in Modern Life 30:08 Frameworks for Personal Growth 33:21 The Nature of Truth and Subjectivity 36:32 Spiritual Practices and Their Importance 39:55 The Role of Doubt and Certainty in Faith 44:20 Pain, Purpose, and the Soul's Journey 49:47 Self-Reflection and Personal Growth 55:36 Ego, Purpose, and the Collective Good 01:07:33 The Unifying Story of Islam 01:08:03 The Quest for Inner Peace 01:10:05 The Importance of Spiritual Retreats 01:12:03 The Role of Meditation in Spiritual Growth 01:14:55 Navigating Certainty and Doubt in Faith 01:17:00 The Essence of Prayer and Meditation 01:19:57 The Dangers of Extremism in Religion 01:20:27 The Common Threads in Major Religions 01:22:18 The Significance of Jesus and Faith 01:27:32 The Role of Personal Responsibility in Spirituality 01:30:52 The Interplay of Free Will and Destiny 01:37:30 Finding Purpose and Guidance in Life

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