In a world increasingly driven by technology and superficial interactions, the quest for authentic human connection has never been more vital. In this conversation with Liz and Philip Watson, Pete Michaud (CFAR, UpTrust) shares his transformative journey into relational meditation practices.

Pete's background in software engineering intersects with his journey into Relatefulness. He observed a disconnect among his peers in the tech world, where intellectual discourse often overshadowed emotional connection. Recognizing the importance of addressing this gap, he sought to share the essence of being human beyond mere intelligence. "I knew it had to be different than just doing really good math," he asserts. This perspective drives his commitment to fostering genuine connections in a technology-driven society.

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In this episode Valerie Daniel, master coach, senior facilitator and managing director at The Relateful Company shares her journey from life as a corporate executive to discovering meditation, coaching and spiritual practices and eventually the practice of relational meditation.

She also shares a powerful and intimate practice that she calls "What's in the way of us being closer?" and models it beautifully in the moment in connection with Philip.

In this heartfelt conversation with Liz and Philip, singer, coach and Relatefulness facilitator Annabeth Novitzki speaks about the transformative journey of healing her relationship with food. She vulnerably explores the miracle of recognizing fullness and the relationship to the emotional hunger that has shaped her life. This episode dives into her insights, offering valuable lessons for anyone struggling with their relationship with food and more broadly with any kind of addictive or compulsive behavior.

The discussion also touches on the significance of group support in healing. Annabeth likens the experience of sharing her journey with others to belay climbing, where support from others allows for deeper exploration of oneself. This relational aspect of healing has enabled her to confront fears and emotions more bravely, fostering a sense of safety and connection that enhances her self-discovery.

Ultimately, she reminds us of one of the basic tenets of Relatefulness: the power of being with what's here, even when "what's here" is an experience of "not being OK," and doing so in connection with others.

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