The Power of Story: Unveiling Spirituality and Holistic Healing with Anthropologist and Soul Aspirant Roslyn Lehman

Language of the Soul Podcast

Have you ever considered the profound impact of story on how we perceive ourselves and the world? That's what we're unpacking today with Dominick's dear friend, Roslyn Lehman—retired educator, anthropologist, and Soul Aspirant. We're venturing into the healing powers of narrative and the potential of epigenetics to rewire those narratives, especially in the context of trauma.
In this enlightening conversation, Dominick and Roslyn examine the transformative role of yoga in dealing with trauma. They explore the cognitive process of releasing emotions, hitting on the profound implications of our cultural narratives. The world-shattering pandemic made us all pause, irrespective of socioeconomic status and privilege, allowing us to reflect on the kind of world we really want to inhabit. Manifesting it may lie in rethinking our imperialistic, patriarchal, and colonial mindsets, as well as embracing the shadow side of human nature.
Dominick and Roslyn delve into the thin line between art and propaganda, the interplay of Western and indigenous cultures, and how their balance can benefit humanity as a whole. So, tune in to this episode for a captivating exploration of the power of story in shaping our world and the intersections of art, spirituality, and synchronicity.
Guest Bio: Roslyn Lehman is a recently retired educator of 30 years. Roslyn received her BA in Anthropology from SFSU. Her focus was in Cultural Anthropology, and her senior thesis was on how sociobiology supports the status quo. Her graduate work in Cultural Anthropology at Cal State LA focused on Ethnography as a tool of personal and collective testimony. Her graduate work also centered on Visual anthropology and a bit of linguistics, with a focus on silence and conversation.
The majority of Roslyn’s work has been with youth experiencing trauma, those with learning disabilities, or simply in need of extra support. She was an educator in Jamaica, where she helped set up a library and school board. She did volunteer work in the Ba Tays, in the Dominican Republic, helping to found and install a school. She volunteered for Mother Theresa’s institute, the Sisters of Mercy in Haiti, in both their orphanage and school. She worked as an educator in a lockdown facility in San Diego for children whose trauma was so profound they were excluded from the foster care system. Roslyn established a library at a Waldorf-inspire

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Now more than ever, it’s tempting to throw our hands in the air and surrender to futility in the face of global strife. Storytellers know we must renew hope daily. We are being called upon to embrace our interconnectivity, transform paradigms, and trust the ripple effect will play its part. In the words of Lion King producer Don Hahn (Episode 8), “Telling stories is one of the most important professions out there right now.” We here at Language of the Soul Podcast could not agree more.
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Chapters

1. The Power of Storytelling and Devotion (00:00:19)

2. Yoga, Catharsis, and Healing Trauma (00:17:07)

3. Interconnectivity and Reflection During the Pandemic (00:30:52)

4. Reflections on Paradigms and Interconnectivity (00:36:04)

5. Authenticity & Purpose (00:45:44)

6. Gender, Politics, and Social Issues Discussion (00:57:52)

7. Story's Role in Human History (01:12:46)

8. Exploring Indigenous Stories and Cultural Shifts (01:24:42)

9. Exploring Art, Spirituality, and Synchronicity (01:36:25)