Anita Sanchez and Raghu Marx confront the effects of global warming, celebrate indigenous traditions, and explore humanity’s deep connection to nature.
This week, Raghu and Anita Sanchez have a fascinating conversation about: Anita’s recent trip to the Amazon rainforest The profound impact of global warming on the Amazon landscape The strength and leadership of Amazonian indigenous women Climate change as the greatest threat to national security Observations of plants and nature as our relatives Seeking answers from our ancestors in our dreams How Mother Earth cares for us Eliminating the illusion of isolation Anita’s epiphany at the Sundance ceremony Being involved in protecting our planet Reconnecting with sacred and ceremonial ways of being Indigenous Peoples Plant Medicine and the Benefits of Ayahuasca Appropriation of Indigenous Practices What are the Four Sacred Gifts?
“Eighty percent of the most biodiverse places left on Earth are inhabited by indigenous peoples, but we only make up 5 to 6 percent of the world’s population. That’s no coincidence. It’s because we have this relationship.” – Dr. Anita Sanchez.
About Dr. Anita Sanchez:
Anita was born into a Midwestern family that was economically poor but rich in Mexican American and Nahua (also known as Aztec) traditions. Strengthened by the strength of her elders and her connection to the Earth, she became the first in her family of over 100 cousins to earn a Ph.D. She has spent her career as an international transformation leader.
Dr. Sanchez is committed to bridging indigenous wisdom and science with modern work and life, supporting the evolution of our personal wholeness and collective consciousness in partnership with people, spirit and planet. I am. With her loving spirit, presence, and skills, Anita inspires people around the world to discover and trust their gifts and become life-giving connections to all through service and joy.
Learn more about Anita’s work at anita-sanchez.com and check out her own podcast, “The Four Sacred Gifts,” on the Be Here Now Network.
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