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Embark on a journey of self-discovery, health, and well-being with The Ripple Effect podcast hosted by Stephanie Romero, Ed.D.
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Episode 77: Bhante Pema (opens the original)
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In this episode of The Ripple Effect of Wellbeing in Work and Life, host Stephanie Romero speaks with Bhante Pema, resident monk at the Pittsburgh Buddhist Center. Bhante Pema reflects on his early ordination in Sri Lanka at age 10, inspired by his granduncle, and his journey to leading monastic and community spaces in the U.S. The conversation addresses the distinct ways Western and Eastern audiences approach practice, emphasizing that meditation cannot stand in isolation without ethical living
Episode 76: Dr. Jim Magaw (opens the original)
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In this episode of The Ripple Effect of Wellbeing in Work and Life, host Stephanie Romero sits down with Reverend Jim Magaw, minister at the Unitarian Universalist Church of the South Hills (Sunny Hill). Reverend Jim reflects on his personal journey with spiritual exploration and 28 years of addiction recovery, sharing how contemplative tools offer a container to observe life's challenges rather than escape them. The conversation explores practical strategies for preventing burnout in helping pr
Episode 75: Felicia Savage Friedman (opens the original)
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In this inspiring episode of The Ripple Effect of Wellbeing in Work and Life, Dr. Stephanie Romero sits down with master educator and 36-year Raja Yoga practitioner Felicia Savage Friedman to explore the powerful intersection of embodied mindfulness and anti-racism activism. Together, they discuss breaking free from perfectionism, recognizing rest and joy as innate birthrights rather than rewards, and using the eight-limbed path of yoga to heal internalized oppression. Tune in to learn how groun
Episode 74: Lower Body Awareness (opens the original)
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In this episode of The Ripple Effect of Wellbeing in Work and Life, Dr. Stephanie Romero walks us through a gentle, trauma-informed meditation designed to bring awareness to the lower body. Following the practice, Dr. Romero and Josiah discuss the practical applications of using physical grounding to manage panic, anxiety, and daily stressors. Learn More at www.awakencollaborative.com Music: Weather Any Storm by Cody Francis and Forever and A Day by Kim Aspen (canva.com) Produced by Say Some Thi
Episode 73: Gary Crouth (opens the original)
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In this episode of The Ripple Effect of Wellbeing in Work and Life, Dr. Stephanie Romero speaks with Gary Crouth about his path to Zen meditation and his volunteer work with The Still Workers at the Allegheny County Jail. Gary discusses why the stark simplicity and discipline of Zen resonated with him, how engaged Buddhism sparked volunteer efforts in the local criminal justice system, and the real-world impact mindfulness tools have on incarcerated individuals and jail staff alike. Together, St
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