In this honest episode, I take you inside our family's summer experiment and share the practical wisdom I've learned about staying connected to yourself and your children when everything feels unstructured and intense.

We explore why self-care isn't selfish but essential for summer survival, how to create anchoring practices that ground you when routines disappear, and finding the sweet spot between structure and spontaneity that allows real connection to flourish. I share personal stories about navigating summer transitions, managing expectations, and what happens when you're spending more time together in less structured ways. You'll discover practical strategies for conscious parenting, connected self-leadership, and creating space for both yourself and your children to thrive during the long summer days. We also dive into the gift of boredom, releasing the myth of perfect summers, and how the way we parent creates ripples that extend far beyond our immediate family.

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In this deeply moving episode, I share a story about my recent video call with Noorhan, a 25-year-old mother in Gaza, and explore how personal healing work and collective action are inseparably connected. We'll journey through the cost of speaking truth in today's world, the magic that happens when we gather in solidarity circles, and why your sensitivity isn't weakness—it's exactly what the world needs. Learn practical ways to stay present with collective trauma, find your authentic response to injustice, and join a community committed to connected action.

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This isn't about prescribed activism—it's about discovering your own path to integrity and resistance through deep self-leadership and heart-centered connection.

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I am so grateful to you for tuning into this episode of Connection Matters Podcast. This is my passion and where I share my hope for a better world. If you enjoyed what you heard, please consider subscribing, rating, and reviewing the podcast on your preferred platform. Your support helps us reach more listeners and spread the message of connection, healing and growth!

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This isn't your typical Connection Matters episode, but it might be one of the most important conversations we'll have. I'm sharing how to navigate the collective trauma of witnessing genocide in real-time while staying connected to your own healing and capacity for meaningful action.

Key Themes and Topics:
We explore why witnessing collective trauma affects sensitive beings so deeply, practical ways to stay informed without drowning in despair, and sacred rituals for processing grief while maintaining hope. I share my personal experience working in Gaza, the historical context that helps us understand how we got here, and most importantly - how our individual healing work contributes to collective healing. We'll cover trauma-informed activism, the power of conscious connection over spiritual bypassing, and specific practices for staying grounded while bearing witness to injustice. This episode offers both the hard truths about what's happening in Palestine and concrete tools for transforming overwhelm into conscious action.

Call to Action:
If this episode resonated with you, please share it with others who need this message. Join me for our upcoming online circle for peace on July 13th, and visit my blog page at https://www.leonajohnson.life/staying-awake-without-shutting-down for all of the infomation I shared plus free tools to support your healing journey.
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I am so grateful to you for tuning into this episode of Connection Matters Podcast. This is my passion and where I share my hope for a better world. If you enjoyed what you heard, please consider subscribing, rating, and reviewing the podcast on your preferred platform. Your support helps us reach more listeners and spread the message of connection, healing and growth!

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• Join the Community: Be part of our growing community by signing up for my newsletter here. You'll receive updates on new episodes, resources, and exclusive offers!
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• Follow Me: Stay inspired and connected on social media: Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn , Pintrest
• Connect with Me: Have thoughts or questions about the episode? I'd love to hear from you! Reach out at connection@leonajohnson.life. I always respond.

Upcoming Events:

• Don't miss out on upcoming workshops, courses, or events! Stay informed by visiting the website here for more details for details.