Rooted in Delight with Leslie Avila

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Leslie Avila is a dynamic force in the wellness and community organization space. A storyteller and writer by passion, Leslie is also the founder of Delightful Co, a lifestyle and wellness company dedicated to creating multidisciplinary spaces for personal and professional growth.

With over ten years of experience, Leslie has a track record of bringing people together for workshops and classes centered on wellness and indigenous healing practices.

Currently, she's working on her first book and remains committed to using her platform for healing through private sessions and group workshops. Episode: In this engaging episode, we are introduced to Leslie Avila, a profound voice in the arena of spiritual growth and community building.

As a Latina navigating her journey both locally in Central Pennsylvania and on a larger scale, Leslie opens up about the challenges and rewards of her path. The conversation delves into her experiences moving from New York to Pennsylvania, the cultural awakening it spurred, and her subsequent entrepreneurial pursuit fueled by a desire to free individuals from societal constraints.

The dialogue flows from Leslie's initiation into spiritual discovery through plant medicine to the realization of her dual roles as a for-profit and nonprofit leader. Vanessa Codorniu adeptly steers the conversation to extract illuminating perspectives on cultural identity, personal development, and the importance of reclaiming one's "weirdness" as a unique strength.

The episode is rich with insights into Leslie's mission to provide wellness resources to the community and her passionate commitment to environmental stewardship through initiatives like litter cleanups and composting education.

Takeaways:

* Navigating cultural identity and the shift from urban New York City to Central Pennsylvania illuminated the contrasts and personal growth opportunities for Leslie.

* Leslie's spiritual awakening and path to entrepreneurship were sparked by a profound experience with plant medicine and an innate desire to bring delight and freedom to others.

* The establishment of her nonprofit focuses on environmental responsibility, such as litter cleanups and education, advocating for the interconnectedness of mental, environmental, and spiritual health.

* Reclaiming the ancestral wisdom and gifts within oneself is a critical part of Leslie's journey, highlighting the importance of healing from past oppressions and embracing one's authenticity.

The promo of Leslie's upcoming first book and her dedicated mission to transform lives through various wellness-oriented initiatives are a testament to her visionary outlook.

Find out more: Leslie Avila: https://www.delightisfull.com

Vanessa Codorniu www.thebizbruja.com #spiritual #spiritualentrepreneurship #delight #spiritualawakening

Timestamp Summary 0:00:00 Introduction and welcome to the interview 0:00:39 Leslie's experience as a Latina in central Pennsylvania 0:02:44 Growing diversity and inclusivity in central Pennsylvania 0:04:49 The challenges of cultural identity and finding relatability 0:05:40 The shift towards inclusivity and community connection 0:07:40 Leslie's spiritual awakening through plant medicine 0:09:45 Transitioning into entrepreneurship as a natural path 0:11:37 Leslie's motivation to help others find freedom 0:12:26 The reciprocal cycle of understanding and freedom 0:12:55 Leslie Avila started branding everything as delightful 0:13:55 Vanessa Codorniu discusses the importance of maintaining joy and wonder 0:15:17 Leslie Avila explains her decision to create a nonprofit organization 0:16:41 Vanessa Codorniu asks about Leslie Avila's experience with nonprofits 0:18:47 Leslie Avila discusses the initiatives of her nonprofit organization 0:23:24 Vanessa Codorniu emphasizes the importance of inclusivity in yoga and improv 0:24:09 Leslie Avila talks about reviving ancestral practices and honoring cultural expression 0:24:09 Healing ancestral patterns and embracing authenticity 0:25:03 Tackling shame, guilt, and judgment from colonization 0:27:08 Breaking free from societal norms and embracing uniqueness 0:28:21 Embracing the journey of learning and being a beginner 0:29:26 Leaning into gifts of listening to the body and embracing fire 0:32:48 Inspiring hope for future generations of healers 0:33:43 Where to find Leslie and upcoming projects 0:35:30 Message: Don't stop believing in your dreams

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Rooted in Delight with Leslie Avila

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With over ten years of experience, Leslie has a track record of bringing people together for workshops and classes centered on wellness and indigenous healing practices.

Takeaways:

* Navigating cultural identity and the shift from urban New York City to Central Pennsylvania illuminated the contrasts and personal growth opportunities for Leslie.

* Leslie's spiritual awakening and path to entrepreneurship were sparked by a profound experience with plant medicine and an innate desire to bring delight and freedom to others.

* Reclaiming the ancestral wisdom and gifts within oneself is a critical part of Leslie's journey, highlighting the importance of healing from past oppressions and embracing one's authenticity.

The promo of Leslie's upcoming first book and her dedicated mission to transform lives through various wellness-oriented initiatives are a testament to her visionary outlook.

Find out more: Leslie Avila: https://www.delightisfull.com

Vanessa Codorniu www.thebizbruja.com #spiritual #spiritualentrepreneurship #delight #spiritualawakening

94 episodes

#Religion #Entrepreneur #Business #Vanessa Codorniu

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Hola mi gente bella! We survived the Lunar Eclipse Full Moon in Libra...well the impact is still unfolding as we enter eclipse season! I received some heavy news this morning that my friend passed and wanted to honor my friend, student and colleague, Reverend Kandace V. Simmons by sharing an interview that Christine Gutierrez and I did in 2018 as part of our Elevate Voices Summit where we focused on spotlighting the voices of BIPOC and LATINX healers. We freeze on zoom a little but it's passing! Gracias por estar con nosotros! Thank you for being here. Kandace was an amazing person and a powerful soul. You will enjoy this! _______________________ In this episode of Elevate Voices, Vanessa Codorniu and Christine Gutierrez are joined by Reverend Kandace V. Simmons to discuss the lack of diversity in the wellness and spirituality communities. They explore the impact of culture and race on spirituality and share practical tips for incorporating mindfulness and meditation into daily life. They also address the issue of anger and rage in conversations about race and offer suggestions for creating safe spaces for expression. Tune in to gain insights on finding inclusive meditation resources and the power of creating your own spaces for healing. BIO: Reverend Kandace V. Simmons was a Spiritual Strategist, Sound Healer and Interfaith Minister as well as a graduate of Yale University, Award-winning businesswoman, sister, daughter, aunt and beloved friend. Kandace applied her knowledge of property management and development, building design, architecture, marketing, and finance to maintain and complete 37 contracted projects. Over a 10-year period, she worked side by side with builders, represented the firm to clients, community boards and other public agencies to achieve approval of projects. In 1997, The Brooklyn NAACP honored her as CEO of the Year. Among Kandace's most rewarding accomplishments was the completion of The Greater Allen A.M.E . Cathedral which her father had started. What a blessing that her Celebration of Life is being held in this magnificent Cathedral today! Kandace was a Strategy Management Consultant for Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation , owners of Foxwoods Resort Casino and MGM Grand at Foxwoods. She also served as Senior Director/Consultant for Management Consulting & Controls Group, Inc. , where she worked on projects that included the development of a $35 million new health care construction stimulus project, a $8 million rehabilitation and conversion of a landmark firehouse to a museum in Harlem, and a $3 million church renovation and expansion in the Bronx. Kandace served for eight years as Mayor Bloomberg's representative to the NYC Public Design Commission which approves the design of all buildings, parks and installations of permanent artwork on city property. At the time of her passing, she was employed by Civic Builders, Inc, the nation's first nonprofit charter school developer, where she served as Director of Real Estate Development. Timestamp Summary 0:00:02 Introduction to Elevate Voices and the purpose of the conversation series 0:00:29 Welcoming Reverend Candice Simmons as a guest 0:01:36 Reverend Candice Simmons shares her journey and the impact of her culture and race 0:03:51 Christine Gutierrez asks about dealing with emotions and diverse perspectives 0:05:44 Reverend Candice Simmons discusses the importance of mindfulness and meditation for self-care 0:08:17 Christine Gutierrez asks about holding and sharing anger in conversations on race and culture 0:09:19 Reverend Candice Simmons differentiates between anger and rage and suggests healthy ways to express anger 0:13:52 Connection issues, conversation temporarily interrupted 0:13:51 Reverend Kandace V. Simmons: I'm frozen. 0:13:55 Reverend Kandace V. Simmons: I can't hear Christine anymore. 0:14:06 Christine Gutierrez: Having safe spaces to express rage is important. 0:14:37 Reverend Kandace V. Simmons: Dealing with anger before it becomes rage. 0:15:21 Reverend Kandace V. Simmons: Using meditative practices to address anger. 0:16:25 Reverend Kandace V. Simmons: Paying attention to what we watch to avoid anesthetization to violence. 0:18:49 Christine Gutierrez: Lack of inclusion in meditation and mindfulness practices. 0:19:42 Reverend Kandace V. Simmons: Lack of diversity in meditation spaces. 0:20:13 Reverend Kandace V. Simmons: Importance of having a diverse perspective in meditation teachings. 0:20:53 Reverend Kandace V. Simmons: Starting with simple breathing techniques and utilizing online resources. 0:22:19 Reverend Kandace V. Simmons: Importance of having a toolkit of different meditation practices. 0:22:40 Vanessa Codorniu: Finding meditative space through improv and presence. 0:23:28 Christine Gutierrez: Different types of meditation and breath work techniques. 0:25:06 Christine Gutierrez: Utilizing the privileges in the United States to create solutions. 0:26:17 Creating spaces for all ages and diverse voices 0:27:30 Importance of resources and support for meditation practice 0:29:05 Addressing challenges and discomfort in meditation practice 0:29:44 Need for more meditation spaces for people of color 0:31:14 Creating inclusive and affordable meditation spaces 0:33:22 Power of breath and healing within ourselves 0:34:26 Importance of community in meditation practice 0:34:44 Making peace accessible to everyone 0:35:18 Taking action to create change and deepen meditation practice 0:36:23 Gratitude and appreciation for Kandace's work and message…

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