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SUMMARY:Lessons on Moving Through Change\, Loss\, and Disruption
DESCRIPTION:We all go through times when it feels like the ground is being pulled out from underneath us and what we relied on as steady and solid may change or even appear to vanish. Not only are loss and separation painful\, but even positive changes can cause great stress. Yet life is full of change: birth\, death\, marriage\, divorce\, a new relationship\, losing or starting a job\, beginning a new phase in life or ending one. Change is stressful\, even when it is much desired or anticipated. The unknown can feel scary and threatening. \nExperienced mindfulness teacher Kaira Jewel Lingo provides accessible advice on navigating difficult times of transition by drawing on Buddhist teachings on impermanence to help us establish equanimity and resilience. Her latest book\, We Were Made for These Times\, dives into her work\, providing essential teaching and meditation\, unfolding a step-by-step process to nurture deeper freedom and stability in daily life. \nIn this era of global disruption-where threats to our individual\, social\, and planetary safety abound-life can feel overwhelming. Kaira Jewel’s work provides us with powerful ways to meet life’s challenges with wisdom\, resilience\, and ease. The time-honored teachings that Kaira shares help us develop presence and compassion\, supporting us to release the fear\, doubt\, and resistance that hold us back. \nJoin CIIS Integrative Health Studies professor Megan Lipsett for a conversation with Kaira Jewel about her teaching and her latest book\, and learn how to move through change\, loss\, and disruption to find both freedom and stability. \nFree\, suggested donation of $10. \n  \nhttps://www.ciis.edu/public-programs/event-calendar/lingo-jewel-kaira-october-28-2021 publicprograms@ciis.edu 415-575-6175
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SUMMARY:Nikki Giovanni: Make Me Rain
DESCRIPTION:Presented by KPFA Radio 94.1 FM with Marcus Books \nHosted by Nina Serrano \nNikki Giovanni’s poetry has inspired\, enlightened\, and captivated generations of readers. She is cherished by the nation and revered in the African-American community as a potent and affirming siren of culture\, tradition\, and the issues of our time. In MAKE ME RAIN Giovanni is as sharp and outspoken as ever\, bringing profound and timely poems that call attention to injustice and give readers an unfiltered look into the more guarded regions of her heart. \nIn MAKE ME RAIN Giovanni celebrates her loved ones and unapologetically declares her pride in her Black heritage\, while exploring the enduring impact of the twin sins of racism and white nationalism. With this compendium she reaffirms her place as a uniquely vibrant and relevant American voice with poems such as\, “I Come from Athletes\,” and “Rainy Days\,” which call out segregation and Donald Trump; “Unloved (for Aunt Cleota)\,” and “When I Could No Longer\,” a personal elegy for the relatives who saved her from an abusive childhood home. \nThe poet recently trended on Twitter after thousands logged on to hear her chat virtually with activist Angela Davis.  From the records she released in the 1970’s\, to her devout tribute of a “thug life” tattoo to honor rapper Tupac Shakur\, Giovanni is recognized by younger generations for her insight\, connectedness\, and the comforting familiarity of her voice.  She is the admired elder stateswoman of African American letters\, and final representative of an extraordinary cohort that once included her dear friends\, writers Maya Angelou and Toni Morrison. \nWith MAKE ME RAIN\, a beloved American poet challenges us with a powerful and deeply personal collection of verse that speaks to the injustices of society while illuminating the depths of her own heart. Stirring\, provocative\, and poignant\, these poems pierce the heart and nourish the soul. \nSuggested Donation $5-$20. \nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/nikki-giovanni-make-me-rain-tickets-170040590985
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