Repairing the World
By Robin Bensinger
This podcast explores the idea of "Repairing the World" (Tikkun Olam in Hebrew) from a variety of perspectives. Two of the main ideas are that inner peace leads to outer peace, and everyone's mental health matters. I interview guests who do things that help heal or repair the world, in what I consider to be profound way. Listen and find out if you agree.
Repairing the WorldNov 10, 2021
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Friendly Discussion of Love, Relationships, God and Evolution
My friend Aru and I discuss what love is, what we wished we'd known about it sooner, what is really important in life, God and evolution. I hope you enjoy it!
Nov 10, 202121:25
Iraqi Humanitarian Worker Tells About Her Life
Shanga is a young lady in Iraq who works hard to help others. She has found peace and freedom in her Kurdish city, Sulaymaniyah.
Oct 27, 202154:24
The Healing Place: A Poem and An Interview with President Karyn Hascal
The Healing Place has managed to stay afloat in spite of the trials and tribulations of balancing a budget and dealing with Covid-19. They still help men and women suffering from addiction get the hope and help they need. Meet their fearless president and how she copes with it all with a smile. Www.thehealingplace.org
Sep 29, 202128:45
How Unity helps the World with Reverend Valerie Mansfield
This episode contains an affirmation I wrote (feel free to use it and adapt it to your needs), a discussion with the Senior Unity of Louisville Minister Valerie Mansfield, a Unity prayer and a poem by one of the Unity founders. This episode, as you can tell, is more for the spiritually minded, but anyone can listen and gain knowledge and wisdom, and hopefully be uplifted. If you wish to learn more about Unity or donate, please visit www.unityoflouisville.org and/or. unity.org. The church is located at 757 S Brook Street, 40203. Have a great day!
Sep 14, 202121:47
Can You Heal Your Mind?
Rory Colgan, author of nine books, lecturer, meditation teacher, and friend discusses diagnoses, mental health, society, spirituality and authentic healing with podcast host Robin Bensinger.
Sep 01, 202129:25
Green Thunder Woman on Vaccines, Etc.
Green Thunder Woman is a Native American lady who shares her perspective and that of her people on vaccines, Western medicine, how the U.S. government can help, and what she's grateful for. And stay tuned for a poem Robin wrote inspired by a conversation with her before the interview. Enjoy! Check out www. robinbensinger.com or email peacefulvariety@yahoo.com for more info.
Aug 16, 202131:27
Straight talk about vaccines and thoughts about the oneness of humanity
Tara Bassett lets us know about the current COVID situation from her perspective, and Robin shares some thoughts on trusting your mind and heart, and how we're all connected. At the end, Robin provides a takeaway of what she sees as the common denominator of both speeches.
Aug 07, 202108:53
Meet a Peer Support Specialist who discusses her views on living with mental illness
Andrea discusses her own personal theory on the origins of mental illness, how people recover, what person-centered language is and how it affects others, and more! I mention how warmlines.org helps me when I really need someone to talk to, but it's not officially an emergency.
Jul 20, 202110:35
Michael Kuhl reveals his intrinsic motivations for starting a mental health support group
I read a poem called "Life is A Beautiful Struggle" and then interview Michael Kuhl, the long-time past president, and one of the founders of the Louisville chapter of Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA). We discussed his motivations and his philosophies in running a mental health support group. Below you will find links to some helpful groups.
www.dbsalouisville.org (local)
www.dbsalliance.org (National)
www.namilouisville.org (local)
www.nami.org (National)
You can email me at peacefulvariety@yahoo.com with any questions, comments, or suggestions. Thank you!
Jul 05, 202118:49
Learn all about a new and exciting Project on PTSD!
Jessica Mathis, aka Divinity Rose, shares juicy details about her in-the-works multimedia project called "Triggered" on women's trauma and PTSD. She also explains a personal history which gives her greater insight into the subject matter. And we discuss the use of some cutting edge aoproaches to treating PTSD, and try to provide encouragement and hope to anyone who may be suffering. For more info, see Facebook.com/DivinityRose.
Jun 22, 202143:42
Great ideas for peacemaking!!
Christopher Chase, a professor at two universities in Japan, shares his views on the healing power of connecting to nature, and some other exciting ideas about how we can make peace in this world. Lori Lippitz, Director of the Maxwell Street Klezmer Band and the Salaam-Shalom Music Project in Chicago, shares how in her experience, music and meeting the "other" in person can heal divisions. https://www.salaamshalommusic.org
Jun 09, 202124:41
Finding Peace and Mental Health, first episode in series
Tamara makes Palestinian friends and it changes her life. Patricio feels awkward being a Sephardic Jew in 21st Century Spain. And Wendy survived 911 only to become an advocate for Muslim rights. Meet three people who have dared to challenge their culture's way of thinking. ------------------------------------------------- The Palestinians call the day after Israeli Independence Day "Al Nakba" which means "The Catastrophe".
May 25, 202136:24
Being the Light and the Change Troubadours of Divine Bliss
If all we had was their amazing music, it would have been enough. But these transcendent gals offer so much more! Love, positivity and success permeate everything they do, be it their Mighty Kindness festival, retreats at the beautiful Way of the Heart Woods, soulful concerts and more! ❤️ Delve into bliss and take a listen, then learn even more details at www.troubadoursofdivinebliss.com and www.wayoftheheartwoods.org
May 10, 202113:36
Why Single Payer Health Care a k.a. Improved Medicare for All? Here's why.
I interview Kay Tillow, Chair of Kentuckians for Single Payer Health Care, about the necessity for and benefits of Improved Medicare for All. Listen and find out why she's convinced that this is long overdue and would help us all be healthier and happier. Find out ways to get involved at kyhealthcare.org.
Apr 20, 202130:06
Can Your Hands Heal Humanity?
Learn about a new holiday I created and how it can change your life. Message the podcast creator, Robin Bensinger, on Facebook if you have questions or you are an app designer interested in helping create an app for this holiday. Art by Debbie Laskee.
Apr 18, 202109:05
OK Cupid song by Robin plus Discussion of 8 Kinds of Love and Beyond
This very special Valentine's episode includes an original song performed Acapella by the podcast creator, plus a very fun and meaningful discussion about love among four women friends. We explore many kinds of love, and how they show up in religion, cats, single motherhood, children, and gender roles. You can email robin at peacefulvariety@yahoo.com if you have any questions or suggestions for future episodes. All you need is love! 💕❤️💕❤️💕❤️💕❤️💕❤️💕❤️💕❤️
Feb 16, 202139:32
Robin & Shajuanda share how finding each other helped them be their best selves
Applying the Cherokee parable of the good and bad wolves inside us, Robin explores her dream--and how sharing her life with Shajuanda has helped her on her journey to fulfilling it. Their stories are ones of family violence, emotional turbulence, struggle--and ultimately love and redemption. They show how helping each other succeed feeds their good wolf. Which wolf have you been feeding lately?
Feb 02, 202110:13
Let's be inspired together! Come on a journey with me!
In this episode, you will hear Robin's first attempt at recording music on her new birthday keyboard, a Garden Visualization/Meditation she created, a birthday speech, and her poem called "Dream" ☮️ 🕊️
Jan 20, 202105:35
Harry Pickens--spiritual genius, jazz pianist, and expert healer--gives insights about Life and Love
The great teacher Harry Pickens, who also happens to be an internationally recognized jazz pianist, talks with me about his ideas and efforts to help awaken, energize and uplift our nation, and ultimately our world. One way he does this is by hosting a Zoom meditation which helps participants focus on Love and Healing on a large scale. Visit his website at www.onenationunderlove.org to get involved.
Jan 04, 202130:42
Meet Brigette Brouillard, Founder and President of Second Chances Wildlife Center
Brigette Brouillard talks about her important work leading an organization which cares for and rehabilitates injured wildlife, helps repair ecosystems, and educates school children about the scientific knowledge and compassion required to repair our world in this way. You can also visit www.secondchanceswildlife.org for more information.
Dec 22, 202020:59
Creatively Contemplating God and Covid-19
This episode consists of an interfaith poem and a song about seeing a rare smile during a difficult time.
Dec 07, 202005:08
Amanda Jones, a Certified Health Coach, talks about how she helps people rediscover wellness
Amanda Jones is a Family Nurse Practitioner, Functional Medicine Health Coach, and Owner of Life Care Health and Wellness Coaching. She explained to me exactly what she does in order to help people with various symptoms uncover root causes and find lifestyle changes and holistic wellness tools to help them return to vitality. You can find her on Facebook @lifecarehealthandwellness, on Instagram, and her website, lifecarehealthandwellness.com!
Nov 24, 202021:48
Karina Barillas on how she helps empower Latinx women and the immigrant community
Karina Barillas of La Casita Center tells her story of living through domestic and sexual violence to her triumph in the creation of a Center where Latinx families can feel safe and loved. Her philosophy "Somos un círculo" breaks down patriarchal barriers and transforms everyone it touches with togetherness, love and hope for a better world. To get involved, feel free to email her at Karina@lacasitacenter.org or call her at (502) 322-4036.
Oct 29, 202023:14
Rabbi Nadia Siritsky on the deeper meaning of Tikkun Olam
Rabbi Nadia Siritsky and I discuss the deeper meaning of Tikkun Olam and how we can apply it in healing today's world. Some of the edits may interrupt the flow a little when you're listening, but please bear with me as I learn the art of podcasting. I think you will get a lot out of it in any case.
Oct 25, 202028:52
Jud Hendricks on Building the Beloved Community
Jud talks about past, present and future efforts to make the world a more peaceful, just and equitable place, with a focus on healing the Louisville community.
Oct 08, 202024:39
Repairing your Soul through Poetry
Four poems by Robin Bensinger that will help your soul start to heal.
Aug 31, 202008:47