When life throws you into the depths of adversity, it’s the power of our feminine strength and resilience that often becomes our guiding light. My friend Joey Walters, a beacon of feminine leadership, joined me in a rich discussion that traced the contours of personal transformation and the awakening moments shaping our journeys. Together, we navigated the beautiful, intricate tapestry of life’s experiences, highlighting how the smallest moments are the threads that weave the fabric of who we are and who we are becoming. Joey’s wisdom, currently being channeled into her forthcoming book, serves as a reminder that life’s greatest lessons often come dressed as dragons, waiting to be faced with courage and grace.
The weight of the world’s trauma can be staggering, yet it’s through the embrace of feminine leadership that we find hope for balance and healing. Matthew Pruen brought his perspective into our conversation, illuminating the challenges and the beauty of maintaining one’s perspective amidst global conflicts. The call for a reconnection to our cultural roots, to community support—or sangha—resonated deeply as we acknowledged the transformative power of confronting our deepest fears. Whether it’s grappling with a health crisis like breast cancer or confronting societal pressures, the path to wholeness is paved with the acknowledgement of our emotions and the courage to face the dragons of our inner world.
Our journey together closed with heartfelt thanks to Joey for her profound insights and the lively dialogue that unfolded. The robust exchange of ideas and personal stories we’ve shared stands as a testament to the enduring wisdom that comes with age and the societal shifts we are yearning for. To all the listeners who have walked this path with us, I hope this discussion serves as a beacon of light, illuminating the importance of honoring our elders, the healing embrace of nature, and the power of community in the face of life’s trials.
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Malcolm Stern has worked as a group and individual psychotherapist for more than 30 years. He was a co-founder of Alternatives at St James’s Church in London and runs groups internationally.
He is the author of Falling in Love / Staying in Love (Piatkus 2004) and Slay Your Dragons with Compassion ( Watkins 2020). He co-presented Channel 4’s relationship series, ‘Made for Each Other’ in 2003 and 2004 and sailed on the ‘Rainbow Warrior’ with Greenpeace in the 1980s. The book he is currently writing is an exploration of the shadow and its necessity in our evolutionary development.
Malcolm Stern in conversation with guests overcoming & thriving through adversity.
