13- Sacred Sundays- Jessica Schafer

In this episode of Sacred Sundays, Ross Tayler welcomes Jessica Schafer, a poet and psychotherapist, to explore themes of self-care, spirituality, and the power of poetry. They discuss the significance of nature as a source of inspiration, the importance of deep listening, and how poetry can help us connect with the sacred. Jessica shares insights from her work at My Inner Harbor, a community self-care space, and emphasizes the need for meaningful connections and self-reflection in our busy lives. The conversation culminates in a reminder to take a moment to breathe and connect with the sacred within us.

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Jessica Schaeffer and Her Work

04:51 Exploring the Poem: To Begin With The Sweetgrass

09:38 The Role of Poetry in Spiritual Engagement

13:40 The Impact of Poetry on Personal Growth

18:43 Understanding Spiritual Direction

24:11 Creating My Inner Harbor: A Space for Self-Care

30:04 Reflection and Connection

Check out Jessica’s work:

Website: myinnerharbour.ca 

Socials: @myinnerharbour

Check out Ross Tayler’s work at https://www.rosstayler.com/