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Is there a way that we can feel better prepared for turbulent times as well as times of joy and harmony? Learning how to respond wisely rather than react impulsively is a possibility offered by life coach and counselor, Roxanne Howe-Murphy, through her decades studying the early 20th century system known as The Enneagram.

A light-hearted look at Moses, yes, the Biblical Moses who climbed Mount Sinai, with local author and publisher Gershon Siegel who’s imagined that there could have been a few more commandments.

An ordinary radio interview becomes “Unordinary” in the masterful hands and words of renowned poet-philosophers David Whyte and Henry Shukman. Take 23 minutes now to journey with them ahead of their autumnal morning in Santa Fe named “Unordinary.” Listen attentively and be prepared to cherish that which is ordinary in our daily lives and discover that maybe it is already Unordinary. Their collaborative morning takes place on Saturday, September 28th, from 10:00 to 1:00 at St. Francis Auditorium in the New Mexico Museum of Art, 107 W. Palace Ave. Full details on David’s website at davidwhyte.com And more about Henry‘s “unordinary” life and work at henryshukman.com

A unique opportunity to support student literacy through Reading Quest, hone your writing skills and participate in stimulating conversation with wonderful local authors. Coming up this Saturday, September 7th meet eight of New Mexico’s finest authors in the genre of Memoir and Mystery. As a preview, I interview historical mystery writer, Kari Bovee, author of 14 “cosy” mysteries including The Pryce of Murder series, and workshop organizer, memoirist Bettye Kearse author of The Other Madisons: The Lost History of A President’s Black Family. Saturday, September 7th, 9:00 am at Santa Fe Women’s Club. The afternoon session on mystery begins at 1:00 pm with a keynote by Anne Hillerman. Registration details for the full day or half day at bettyekearse.com

Do you ever wonder how to speak authentically to your friends, acquaintances and colleagues or do you even question that your words may not really be what you’re thinking and feeling deep down ? Robert W. Jensen, Professor Emeritus in the School of Journalism and Media at UT, Austin, poses these and many provocative questions and ideas in his latest book, It’s Debatable: Talking Authentically about Many Tricky Topics. While not necessarily a book about politics, Professor Jensen takes the wide view that almost everything is political and our personal thoughts, conversations, decisions and actions, when in congruence, can sow seeds and form a vital thread of influence. Even if only to influence and clarify our own thinking and nudge us out of denial. And because of the title of his book and the fact that we’re in such a head-butting political time I couldn’t help asking Bob how he would advise both Kamala Harris and Donald Trump if he was on their debate advisory teams! robertwjensen.org

Journey down to the Mississippi Gulf Coast of the turbulent 1950s with award-winning author Minrose Gwin and her unforgettable characters with enchanting names like Memory Feather. How does a writer portray the angst and terror and also the beauty of times past? Minrose Gwin has a deft and rich, descriptive style to her prose and composes a picture for us so vivid that might have us swatting (imagined) mosquitos as we read Beautiful Dreamers in our air conditioned living rooms. A fabulous storyteller from Albuquerque to add to our reading list and meet at Books in The Bosque on Sunday, September 8th at 2:00 pm minrosegwin.com

Last week, we learned about the intimate habits of insects, today we roar along with the largest ever-known creatures, dinosaurs. Meet author, therapeutic yoga teacher and wellness educator Taran Collis and Rex the protagonist of Dinosaurs Have Big Feelings Too. It’s a little story that teaches mindfulness and emotional resting to young children, their parents, teachers and caregivers alike. And you, too, the grown up podcast listener!Keep your hands free for a few minutes and learn gentle finger holds that help to restore emotional balance and which have been recognized in medical and educational settings around the world. Enjoy Taran’s teaching at tarancollis.com and more about finger hugging at capacitar.org

By popular demand a return visit by renowned entomologist Professor Barrett Klein with his truly fascinating book, The Insect Epiphany: How Our Six-Legged Allies Shape Human Culture. A volume filled with photographs and drawings and pages of notes Barrett’s contagious enthusiasm for bugs promises to delight you. Even if you’re a lifelong arachnophobe or terrified by anything that slithers or stings set your fears aside for 23 minutes to listen and be enchanted. Insects have informed humanity since the beginning of time, healed us, fed us, inspired us, comforted us, even taught us to fly! Learn much more at Barrett Klein’s website pupating.org where he invites you to explore a world at the intersection of science and art.

From the very first sentence, Abiquiu memoirist Karen Chrappa take us on a journey that will have us hanging on by a thread as we read, and alternately resting deeply with her into the breathtaking beauty of our enchanted state. From her New York City roots, through the mystical high Andes of Peru to New Mexico, Beyond Fear: A Woman’s Path to Enlightenment is a story of love, resilience and awakening of spirit. An intimate story of vulnerability and grace, of yearning for meaning, learning from ancient wisdom, and especially learning how to receive. We may recognize ourselves in Karen’s search to stretch beyond fear while looking fear firmly in the face. This interview and Karen’s book, published last week, comes at a time when fear is gripping half the country, yet as the author reminds us, fear, however seemingly real, is an illusion of our minds, a saboteur designed to disempower us individually and collectively. So, how do we use our mind and heart to go Beyond Fear to find our inner strength? www.karenchrappa.com

Don’t hesitate to press “Listen” for an absolutely fascinating dive into the world of bugs with renowned entomologist Barrett Klein. I was so caught up in his engaging, encyclopedic knowledge during this interview that I couldn’t wait to go back outside and dig, watch for and delight in the thousands of species we humans share our planet with in the ground, on flowers, and in the air. The Insect Epiphany: How Our Six-Legged Allies Shape Human Culture is a treasure trove filled with gorgeous photographs and one of those rare dip-into-any-page-anytime books and find a story and an answer about everything insects do for us and our planet. Without them the world would be far less beautiful, most food would cease to grow, and even music, medicine and color would be at risk. Find Barrett Klein at www.pupating.org