In this episode of "When We're Not Hustling," Jessie Sage interviews Galen Grace, a Pittsburgh-based tantric massage therapist and writer who shares his profound spiritual journey and life experiences, including a near-death health crisis, spiritual awakenings through plant medicine, and the integration of his spiritual practice into everyday life. Galen's spoken word performance recounts his transformative trips to the desert Southwest and his endeavor to recover from significant personal losses and health challenges.

Throughout the discussion, Galen elaborates on his background in theater and writing, his transition to offering sacred touch professionally, and the impact of his spiritual practices on his resilience and well-being. He emphasizes the importance of integrating spiritual experiences into daily life and how these practices have helped him navigate physical and emotional trauma. The conversation concludes with Galen sharing his current reading list, music preferences, and his excitement for the future.

In This Episode:

00:00:00: Introduction to "When We're Not Hustling" Podcast

00:02:44: October Guest Lineup Overview

00:05:04: Announcement of Live Event in Pittsburgh

00:08:06: Guest Introduction: Galen Grace

00:15:36: Galen Grace's Spoken Word Performance

00:34:30: Discussion on Spiritual Practices and Integration

00:53:22: Personal Health and Healing Journeys

01:06:18: Closing Remarks and Where to Find Galen Grace

Guest:

Galen Grace was born in Wisconsin, grew up in Massachusetts, and presently resides in Pennsylvania, but he lives wherever he happens to be at that moment, feels at home everywhere in the universe, and steps through almost any door that opens to him. He's worked in academic and professional theatre, published a pair of award-winning novels, and performed sacred, healing touch since 2014.

You can find Galen:

Website: thegalengrace.com

X: @TheGalenGrace

Instagram: @thegalengrace

Recommendations:

Awe: The New Science of Everyday Wonder and How It Can Transform Your Life

by Dacher Keltner

Secure Love: Create a Relationship That Lasts a Lifetime by Julie Menanno

Krishna Das

Jai Uttal

Sleeping at Last

The Rest:

RSVP to The Holy Hour Book Launch Event in Pittsburgh on Oct 16: HERE.

Host: Jessie Sage

Producer: Emily Foster

Music: Benjamin J Benamati

Sponsor: Assembly Four

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