Episodes

  • Global Healing Response: Honesty

    Global Healing Response: Honesty
    Jul 3 2025
    As we enter a new quarter of the year, Global Healing Response turns its attention to the theme of honesty. In this episode, we explore the often subtle connections between honesty and authenticity, and see how these may play out in political and organisational leadership, as well as within our own lives. We see that even those of us who believe we live honestly may be deceiving ourselves, as we reflect upon the subtle ways dishonesty can infiltrate, often without our conscious awareness. We offer practical tips on cultivating self-awareness to ensure that what we say and do always stays in alignment with our core values, and as always, look at where we might hone in with our intentions and prayers. Suggested Intention Focus for this week This week, as we consider the importance of remaining honest, both for ourselves and for others, we suggest holding as our main intention: We will that there will be a widespread shift in the collective consciousness toward honouring honesty in political leadership and in all areas of life. Please join us in holding this. Intentions and prayers start at 29 minutes 50 seconds. Mentioned in this episode: Global Healing Response 2025 Quarter 3 Theme, Honesty: https://globalhealingresponse.com/ . Suggested prayers, poems, words and resources to support spiritual activities focused on the theme of honesty. Our last episode, ‘Men Behaving Badly: Playing the Religious Card,’ can be found at: https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-s4zbu-18e6f49 Our episode concerning narcissism, ‘Unpacking Narcissism: The Leaders Among Us,’ can be found at: https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-3645z-18c9ad9 Book: ‘Games People Play’ by Eric Berne. Amazon.com link: https://www.amazon.com/Games-People-Play-Psychology-Relationships/dp/0241257476/ref=sr_1_1 Book: ‘The Four Agreements: A Practical Guide to Personal Freedom’ by Don Miguel Ruiz. Amazon.com link: https://www.amazon.com/Four-Agreements-Practical-Personal-Freedom/dp/1878424319/ref=sr_1_1 Chapter markers: 00:00:00 Introduction 00:01:27 The Power of Honesty 00:02:57 Honesty and Authenticity 00:06:09 Misconceptions About Honesty 00:08:34 Honesty in Leadership 00:12:49 Courage in Whistleblowing 00:16:46 The Cost of Dishonesty 00:17:20 Reasons for Dishonesty 00:20:31 Consequences of Dishonesty 00:22:24 Honesty in Personal Relationships 00:26:16 Subtle Dishonesty in Relationships 00:29:50 Intentions and Prayers Sources referenced in this episode: http://blog.tarabrach.com/2017/07/radical-self-honesty-deepening-our.html https://blog.shaadi.com/lying-and-dishonesty-a-major-red-flag-in-relationships/ https://cavendishconsulting.com/article/rebuilding-trust-in-politics-the-importance-of-honesty-and-transparency/ https://commentcentral.co.uk/reform-is-needed-to-ensure-honesty-in-politics https://coupleslearn.com/dealing-with-dishonesty-in-relationships/ https://democracyfund.org/idea/understanding-trust-to-strengthen-democracy/ https://emergenetics.com/blog/being-authentic-7-common-misunderstandings/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_political_scandals_in_the_United_Kingdom https://geediting.com/if-someone-displays-these-behaviors-theyre-probably-a-dishonest-person/ https://hansard.parliament.uk/Commons/2023-10-23/debates/4BF9E107-17B6-4633-86FA-D46057D11F2C/HonestyInPolitics https://journals.aom.org/doi/10.5465/amp.2021.0063 https://laurabarkercoaching.com/whats-more-important-authenticity-or-integrity/ https://myinnercreative.com/ain-9-signs-someone-isnt-a-very-honest-person-according-to-psychology/ https://news-archive.salford.ac.uk/news/articles/2018/lying-politicians-and-leaders-influence-others-be-more-dishonest.html https://openup.com/blog/a-psychologists-guide-to-being-your-authentic-self/ https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC6647169/ https://quarterdeck.co.uk/articles/when-leadership-lies https://renner.org/article/the-importance-of-honesty-in-relationships/ https://rollingout.com/2024/09/05/5-telltale-signs-someone-is-lying/ https://sisyphuslitmag.org/2018/01/intellectual-honesty/ https://sites.google.com/site/thepoliticsteacherorg/scandals https://theconversation.com/voters-value-honesty-in-their-politicians-above-all-else-new-study-175589 https://thefulcrum.us/crucial-role-of-intellectual-honesty-in-politics https://vixanderton.com/blog/the-discomfort-code https://wholeself.yoga/2019/08/06/how-to-live-an-honest-and-authentic-life/ https://www.awakeningself.com/true-authenticity/ https://www.becomingwhoyouare.net/myths-about-authenticity/ https://www.bodyholicwithdi.com/2008972/episodes/16327676-the-authentic-self-debunking-the-myth-and-the-science-of-you https://www.calm.com/blog/how-to-be-authentic https://www.forbes.com/sites/tomaspremuzic/2023/08/24/...
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    36 mins
  • Men Behaving Badly: Leaders Who Play The Religious Card

    Men Behaving Badly: Leaders Who Play The Religious Card
    Jun 26 2025
    In this episode, we delve into the all-too-frequent exploitation by some leaders and regimes of religious narratives to justify their ideologies, control populations and bolster their power. Taking an editorial approach in which we don't hold back from expressing our opinions, we examine historical and contemporary examples to understand the nature of how state power becomes mixed with religious dogma, revealing the detrimental effects on human rights and democracy, as well as the manipulation and misrepresentation of religious teachings to justify wars. As always, we invite listeners to nurture positive change with our focused intentions and prayers. If you wish, you can go straight to this guided time of prayer and intention sending, and join with us in sending energy at: 41 minutes. Suggested Intention Focus for this week This week, as we consider the abuse and exploitation of religion to justify personal power and political ideology, we suggest holding as our main intention: We will that there will be a movement of compassion, realism and integrity in the hearts and minds of those who might justify war on the basis of the perceived religious rights of their nation or people. Please join us in holding this. Mentioned in this episode: Listen to our episode, ‘Unmasking the Global Authenticity Crisis,’ at https://www.heartfulimpact.com/e/unmasking-the-global-authenticity-crisis/. Listen to our episode, ‘Unpacking Narcissism: The Leaders Among Us,’ at https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-3645z-18c9ad9. Chapter markers: 00:00:00 Introduction 00:01:33 Tyrants and Religion 00:06:48 Contemporary Examples 00:08:38 Religious Justifications in Conflict 00:13:26 Misinterpretations of Faith 00:19:31 Political Use of Religion 00:26:56 Consequences of Religious Exploitation 00:37:57 Gender and Religious Authority 00:41:00 Intentions and Prayers Sources referenced in this episode: https://adamah.media/immoral-pursuits/ https://apps.dtic.mil/sti/tr/pdf/AD1023006.pdf https://hub.edubirdie.com/examples/how-religion-became-a-powerful-weapon-for-the-ruling-class/ https://iep.utm.edu/rel-poli/ https://interminablerambling.com/2024/02/21/christianity-and-the-manipulation-of-power/ https://newint.org/features/2018/12/17/debate-should-religion-play-role-politics https://news.ku.dk/all_news/2023/04/religion-blocks-freedom-and-democracy-across-the-globe/ https://oxfordre.com/politics/display/10.1093/acrefore/9780190228637.001.0001/acrefore-9780190228637-e-999?p=emailAyHFot4feX3f6&d=%2F10.1093%2Facrefore%2F9780190228637.001.0001%2Facrefore-9780190228637-e-999 https://pomeps.org/womens-rise-to-political-office-on-behalf-of-religious-political-movements https://press.un.org/en/2023/sc15178.doc.htm https://research.library.fordham.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1105&context=international_senior https://researcherslinks.com/current-issues/Gods-and-Dictatorships-A-Defence-of-Heroical-Apatheism/9/5/237/html https://rlo.acton.org/archives/104217-the-political-manipulation-of-religion.html https://scholarworks.uno.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=3707&context=td https://scholarworks.uno.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=3707&context=td https://sociologicalscience.com/download/vol_12/march/SocSci_v12_180to201.pdf https://southasiajournal.net/religious-manipulation-in-pakistans-politics-a-historical-review/ https://web.econ.ku.dk/bentzen/Bentzen-Gokmen-2020Nov.pdf https://www.amacad.org/publication/daedalus/perils-politicized-religion https://www.armedgroups-internationallaw.org/2023/08/31/the-power-of-religion-religious-leaders-as-a-tool-for-or-against-ihl-compliance-by-non-state-armed-groups/ https://www.atheistrepublic.com/blog/sean-breen/religion-totalitarianism https://www.cambridge.org/core/journals/british-journal-of-political-science/article/preaching-politics-how-politicization-undermines-religious-authority-in-the-middle-east/19AD768E09BD03C272D12AD896DC720A https://www.cambridge.org/core/journals/politics-and-religion/article/abs/religion-gendered-authority-and-identity-in-american-politics/084D6EA209344BEA69CC2E873ED66C2C https://www.cambridge.org/core/journals/politics-and-religion/article/cooptation-and-repression-of-religion-in-authoritarian-regimes/F411CCF23635BE6F324B0CB8898B8B45 https://www.csmonitor.com/1986/1029/efath-f.html https://www.emerald.com/insight/content/doi/10.1108/iimtjm-12-2023-0076/full/html https://www.ipsa.org/wc/panel/authoritarian-use-religion-arab-world https://www.mdpi.com/2077-1444/16/5/589 https://www.monticello.org/research-education/thomas-jefferson-encyclopedia/thomas-jefferson-and-religious-freedom/ https://www.nytimes.com/2021/09/09/opinion/autocracy-religion-liberalism.html https://www.pewresearch.org/religion/2016/03/22/the-gender-gap-in-religion-around-the-world/ https://www.reddit.com/r/...
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    45 mins
  • Uneasy Neighbours: Thailand-Cambodia Border Dispute

    Uneasy Neighbours: Thailand-Cambodia Border Dispute
    Jun 19 2025
    This week, we take a look at the escalating conflict between Thailand and Cambodia over unresolved territorial disputes, including the contentious area near the ancient Preah Vihear Temple. As tensions reach their tensest point in many years, we explore the historical roots of the disagreement, recent developments, and the geopolitical dynamics, especially involving the power play between the US and China. As always, we share heartfelt intentions and prayers aimed at encouraging peaceful dialogue between the two countries. If you wish, you can go straight to our guided time of prayer and intention sending, and join with us in sending energy at: 11 minutes 22 seconds. Suggested Intention Focus for this week This week, as the border dispute between Cambodia and Thailand intensifies to one of its tensest stand-offs in recent years, we suggest holding as our main intention: We will that there will be a move among the governments and military leadership of both Thailand and Cambodia to avoid hasty or reactionary decisions that might escalate to military action between the two countries. Please join us in holding this. Chapter markers: 00:00:00 Introduction 00:00:59 Thailand-Cambodia Border Dispute 00:06:27 Current Developments in the Dispute 00:08:47 Geopolitical Implications 00:11:22 Intentions and Prayers Sources referenced in this episode: http://casebook.icrc.org/case-study/cambodiathailand-border-conflict-around-temple-preah-vihear https://archive.aessweb.com/index.php/5007/article/view/2465 https://asia.nikkei.com/Politics/International-relations/Thai-Cambodian-armies-clash-at-border-5-things-to-know https://asianews.network/cambodia-holds-ground-on-icj-resolution-of-border-issue-with-thailand-subject-off-table-for-june-14-talks/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cambodian%E2%80%93Thai_border_dispute https://rsis.edu.sg/blog/rsis/the-thai-cambodia-border-dispute-and-implications-for-asean/ https://spice.fsi.stanford.edu/docs/thailand_and_cambodia_the_battle_for_preah_vihear https://thai.news/news/thailand/thailand-cambodia-border-tensions-diplomatic-efforts-for-peaceful-resolution-2025 https://theasialive.com/u-s-ally-and-chinas-strategic-partner-exchange-fire-in-southeast-asia-cambodia-thailand-border-skirmish-raises-fears-of-renewed-regional-instability/2025/06/02/ https://thediplomat.com/2025/06/cambodia-says-it-will-take-thai-border-dispute-to-international-court/ https://thethaiger.com/news/national/tensions-rise-thai-cambodian-border-dispute-intensifies https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/6/6/thailand-ready-for-high-level-operation-in-cambodia-border-dispute https://www.arabnews.com/node/2603576/world https://www.bangkokpost.com/thailand/general/3043466/thai-military-prepared-for-high-level-operation-if-cambodia-border-row-escalates https://www.bangkokpost.com/thailand/politics/3042720/thailand-rejects-the-international-court-of-justices-jurisdiction https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-06-06/thailand-vows-to-defend-border-amid-tensions-with-cambodia https://www.dw.com/en/why-are-thailand-and-cambodia-clashing-over-koh-kood-island/a-71212061 https://www.eurasiantimes.com/cambodia-says-to-file-complaint/ https://www.euronews.com/2025/06/02/cambodia-to-take-up-long-running-border-dispute-with-thailand-at-uns-top-court https://www.euronews.com/2025/06/02/cambodia-to-take-up-long-running-border-dispute-with-thailand-at-uns-top-court https://www.khaosodenglish.com/politics/2025/06/05/thailand-cambodia-border-tensions-rise-with-nationalism/ https://www.nationthailand.com/blogs/news/asean/40050850 https://www.nationthailand.com/news/asean/40050884 https://www.nationthailand.com/news/general/40050890 https://www.nationthailand.com/news/politics/40050881 https://www.reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/border-tensions-whats-behind-row-between-thailand-cambodia-2025-06-06/ https://www.reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/thai-military-prepared-high-level-operation-if-cambodia-border-row-escalates-2025-06-06/ https://www.reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/thailand-urges-positive-engagement-after-cambodia-threatens-take-dispute-world-2025-06-05/ https://www.rfa.org/english/cambodia/2025/06/04/cambodia-thailand-border-dispute/ Join us in person for intention holding: https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/events-1 Labyrinth Activist Network Zoom calls https://insighttimer.com/cliverj Daily intention holding with Clive on Insight Timer. Our websites: www.heartfulimpact.com/ Our show website. https://globalhealingresponse.com/ Global Healing Response ~ Offers a wealth of prayers, suggested practices and prompts in response to environmental catastrophe, conflict, and other world events. https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/ Legacy Labyrinth Project ~ Creating global energetic connections through the labyrinth; inspiring active intention sending using the labyrinth via labyrinth...
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    15 mins
  • Air India's Devastating Crash: Offering Prayers and Intentions

    Air India's Devastating Crash: Offering Prayers and Intentions
    Jun 12 2025
    In this emergency episode, we turn attention to where our prayers and intentions are needed following the crash of Air India flight AI171 shortly after takeoff from Ahmedabad. We consider what's known about the incident and invite listeners to unite in collective intention, prayers, and meditation for the individuals and communities affected. If you wish, you can go straight to this guided time of prayer and intention sending, and join with us in sending energy at 9 minutes 8 seconds. Suggested Intention Focus for this week This week, as we record following the crash of an Air India flight en route beyween Ahmedabad and London, we suggest holding as our main intention: We will for an outflowing of light to protect, comfort and sustain all affected by the crash of flight Air India AI171 near Ahmedabad just after take-off. Please join us in holding this. Chapter markers: 00:00:00 Introduction 00:09:08 Intentions and Prayers for Healing 00:01:33 What’s known about the The Ahmedabad plane crash Sources referenced in this episode: https://economictimes.com/industry/transportation/airlines-/-aviation/ahmedabad-plane-crash-heres-all-we-know-about-the-air-india-flight-with-over-200-onboard/articleshow/121798739.cms https://news.sky.com/story/what-we-know-so-far-after-air-india-flight-to-london-gatwick-crashes-13382509 https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/ahmedabad/ahmedabad-air-india-plane-crash-news-live-air-india-london-flight-crash-sardar-vallabhbhai-patel-international-airport-deaths-injured-rescue-operation-latest-updates/liveblog/121799226.cms https://uk.news.yahoo.com/live/air-india-crash-live-ai171-ahmedabad-latest-news-091906454.html https://www.aljazeera.com/news/liveblog/2025/6/12/live-air-india-flight-carrying-at-least-244-people-crashes-on-takeoff https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/live/c8xgz1905ddt https://www.cbsnews.com/news/air-india-plane-crash-ahmedabad-flight-ai171-to-london-gatwick/ https://www.cnn.com/2025/06/12/world/video/india-plane-crash-digvid https://www.cnn.com/world/live-news/ahmedabad-india-plane-crash-06-12-25 https://www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/ahmedabad-plane-crash-live-updates-air-india-flight-crashes-ahmedabad-airport-death-toll-news-101749717953751.html https://www.indiatoday.in/india/story/passenger-list-of-the-ahmedabad-plane-crash-what-we-know-so-far-2739746-2025-06-12 https://www.lbc.co.uk/world-news/air-india-plane-crash-boeing-787-dreamliner-gatwick-live-updates/ https://www.lbc.co.uk/world-news/uk-bound-passenger-plane-crashes-close-to-indias-ahmedabad-airport-with-242-peop/ https://www.manxradio.com/news/world-news/what-we-know-so-far-after-air-india-flight-to-london-gatwick-crashes/ https://www.npr.org/2025/06/12/nx-s1-5431407/air-india-crash-ahmedabad-boeing https://www.nytimes.com/2025/06/12/world/asia/india-plane-crash-what-to-know.html https://www.reuters.com/world/india/india-plane-crash-updates-2025-06-12/ https://www.telegraph.co.uk/world-news/2025/06/12/uk-bound-plane-crashes-take-off-air-india/ https://www.thenewsminute.com/news/air-india-flight-crashes-after-takeoff-near-ahmedabad-240-onboard https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/2025/06/12/air-india-ai171-crash-ahmedabad-london/ https://www.yahoo.com/news/air-india-says-crashed-aircraft-092027618.html Join us in person for intention holding: https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/events-1 Labyrinth Activist Network Zoom calls https://insighttimer.com/cliverj Daily intention holding with Clive on Insight Timer. Our websites: www.heartfulimpact.com/ Our show website. https://globalhealingresponse.com/ Global Healing Response ~ Offers a wealth of prayers, suggested practices and prompts in response to environmental catastrophe, conflict, and other world events. https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/ Legacy Labyrinth Project ~ Creating global energetic connections through the labyrinth; inspiring active intention sending using the labyrinth via labyrinth activism. https://www.clivejohnsonministry.com/ Clive Johnson Ministry ~ Events and offerings aimed at building beloved community, including weekly energy holding vigils and Power of Eight group. https://insighttimer.com/cliverj ~ Daily intention holding. Impact! Is presented by Ellen Bintz and Clive Johnson. It is produced by Impact Productions. Our show content is hosted by Podbean and available from all major podcast platforms. Our theme music is by Chris Collins. indiemusicbox.com. Our logo artwork is by AltoClassic (Getty Images/istock). Contact us via Facebook Messenger from the Impact! Facebook group, or using any of the contact methods mentioned on our websites. Impact! www.heartfulimpact.com.
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    14 mins
  • Healing from Narcissistic Abuse: Practical Tips and Emotional Resilience

    Healing from Narcissistic Abuse: Practical Tips and Emotional Resilience
    Jun 10 2025
    In this episode, we delve into how to respond to narcissistic abuse of victims. Building upon last week’s discussion, we explore practical ways to identify, resist, and recover from the detrimental effects of narcissism in various aspects of life, including at work and in personal relationships. We draw on expert advice, including such things as recognizing narcissistic behaviors, setting assertive boundaries, and protecting one's mental and emotional well-being, as well as learning about effective communication techniques for managing interactions with narcissists, such as the grey rock method and the B-I-F-F approach . Intentions and prayers start at 25 minutes 6 seconds. Suggested Intention Focus for this week This week, as we reflect on protecting the wellbeing of those who are the victims of narcissistic abuse, we suggest holding as our main intention: We will that we will stay mindful of how we spend our emotional and mental energy in every situation, knowing that we needn’t accept any negativity that is directed at us. Please join us in holding this. Help sources for victims of narcissistic abuse include the following: General International and Virtual Support Crisis Text Line: Offers 24/7 support for emotional abuse. Text CONNECT to 741741 (available in the USA, Canada, UK, and Ireland). https://www.crisistextline.org/topics/emotional-abuse/ Online Communities & Support Groups: Websites like NarcissistAbuseSupport.com (https://narcissistabusesupport.com/) and See Through NPD (https://www.seethrough.org.uk/) provide resources, survivor stories, and forums for those affected globally. MyNARA App: A digital tool designed for narcissistic abuse recovery, accessible internationally. https://mynara.app/ Verywell Mind: Guides on finding narcissistic abuse support groups, including both in-person and online options. https://www.verywellmind.com/how-to-find-a-narcissistic-abuse-support-group-5271477 Meetup Groups: Local and virtual groups, such as “Support for Victims of Narcissistic Abuse” on Meetup.com, offer peer support. https://www.meetup.com/scottsdales-narcissism-not-needed-conversational-group/ Country-specific resources (selected English-speaking countries) USA & Canada Crisis Text Line: Text CONNECT to 741741 for immediate support. https://www.crisistextline.org/topics/emotional-abuse/ Center for Hope WNY: Provides education, support groups, and referrals for victims of narcissistic abuse in the USA. https://centerforhopewny.org/ UK & Ireland Crisis Text Line: Text CONNECT to 741741 (UK & Ireland). https://www.crisistextline.org/topics/emotional-abuse/ See Through NPD: UK-based resource offering information, validation, and community for victims of narcissistic abuse. https://www.seethrough.org.uk/ NHS and Local Domestic Abuse Services: Many local charities and NHS mental health services provide support for emotional and narcissistic abuse. Australia & New Zealand 1800RESPECT (Australia): 24/7 national counselling line for family, domestic, and sexual violence. Phone: 1800 737 732, Text: 0458 737 732. https://www.1800respect.org.au/online-chat-1800respect Lifeline (Australia): 24/7 crisis support. Phone: 13 11 14. https://www.lifeline.org.au/ MensLine Australia: Support for men and boys. Phone: 1300 789 9786. DVConnect Womensline (Australia): Crisis support for women. Phone: 1800 811 811. https://www.dvconnect.org/womensline/ DVConnect Mensline (Australia): Support for men. Phone: 1800 600 636. https://mensline.org.au/ myDr.com.au: Information on narcissistic personality disorder and self-care strategies for those affected. https://mydr.com.au/mental-health/narcissistic-personality-disorder-npd/ New Zealand: While not specifically relating to narcissistic abuse, services exist such as Lifeline NZ (https://www.lifeline.org.nz/) and Women’s Refuge (https://womensrefuge.org.nz/). Consider also what emotional support you may receive from trusted individuals such as friends, family, and counsellors, and legal and advocacy services that are available for victims of abuse. Chapter markers: 00:00:00 Introduction 00:01:04 Understanding Narcissism in Leadership 00:01:48 Resilience Against Narcissistic Abuse 00:08:45 Building Support Networks 00:12:41 Communicating with a Narcissist 00:17:13 Navigating Workplace Challenges 00:21:48 Engaging with HR and Reporting 00:25:06 Intentions for Healing Sources referenced in this episode: https://depthcounseling.org/blog/therapy-for-narcissistic-abuse-victims https://getcourtready.co.uk/blog/legal-strategies-against-a-narcissist-in-court-a-uk-perspective https://hbr.org/2016/04/how-to-work-for-a-narcissistic-boss https://heartcount.com/blog/employee-relations-examples/ https://highconflictinstitute.com/personality-disorders/7-tips-for-managing-your-narcissistic-boss/ https://...
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  • Unpacking Narcissism: The Leaders Among Us

    Unpacking Narcissism: The Leaders Among Us
    Jun 5 2025
    In what we hope is a thought-provoking episode, this week we delve into the world of the narcissism, especially in politics and organizations. We explore how narcissistic traits often permeate leadership roles, with the potential to impact organizations, societies, and global politics, not to mention having detrimental effects on individuals' wellbeing. Far from being a straightforward topic, we also see why some people in the public eye who may appear to be narcissistic may in fact, not be. And as always, we look at where we might focus our intentions and prayers, both for narcissists themselves, and for those affected by toxic narcissism in organizations, at home and in society more generally. Intention holding and prayers start at 23 minutes 45 seconds. Suggested Intention Focus for this week This week, as we reflect upon the damaging consequences of narcissism among political and organisational leaders, we suggest holding as our main intention: We will that there will be a movement of compassion among the leaders of all organisations and government worldwide, opening their hearts and minds to the responsibility of upholding the dignity and well-being of all the people they serve. Please join us in holding this. Mentioned in this episode: John Harden’s assessment of narcissistic traits seen among US Presidents: https://www.newsweek.com/most-narcissistic-presidents-modern-united-states-history-ranked-1743670 (original paper published in the Journal of Conflict Resolution Volume 67, Issue 5, September 2022, at https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/00220027221123757). Book: Dictator's Handbook: A Practical Manual for the Aspiring Tyrant, by Randall Wood and Carmine DeLuca. Amazon.com link: https://www.amazon.com/Dictators-Handbook-Practical-Manual-Aspiring/dp/0615652425/ref=sr_1_10 (we do not recommend our listeners aspire to take its advice). Our recent episode exploring polarisation and the authenticity crisis: https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-67aav-18bf480 Chapter markers: 00:00:00 Introduction 00:01:23 Exploring Narcissism 00:02:46 Understanding Narcissism 00:06:43 Narcissism in Leadership 00:07:13 Political Narcissism 00:11:39 Consequences of Narcissistic Leadership 00:15:49 The Impact on Society 00:17:48 Historical Perspectives on Narcissism 00:21:22 Navigating Relationships with Narcissists 00:22:55 Intentions and Prayers for Change 00:26:46 Holding Compassionate Intentions 00:23:45 Intentions and Prayers Sources referenced in this episode: https://apn.com/resources/14-signs-youre-dealing-with-a-narcissist/ https://assets.cambridge.org/97811070/08724/frontmatter/9781107008724_frontmatter.pdf https://balancerehabclinic.com/ceos-and-narcissism/ https://bpspsychub.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/joop.12555 https://corpgov.law.harvard.edu/2021/10/25/are-narcissistic-ceos-all-that-bad/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Narcissism https://fearlessculture.design/blog-posts/narcissistic-leaders-destroy-culture-from-within https://fortune.com/2024/05/23/ceo-narcissist-study-linkedin-profile/ https://journals.aom.org/doi/full/10.5465/AMBPP.2021.15212abstract https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/13684302241240689?icid=int.sj-abstract.citing-articles.66 https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/9742-narcissistic-personality-disorder https://neurosciencenews.com/dark-triad-politics-polarization-28648/ https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC5437163/ https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8292742/ https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8722452/ https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8965281/ https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9301298/ https://thenextwavefutures.wordpress.com/2023/06/24/choose-narcissists-as-leaders-johnson-trump-democracy-generations/ https://www.britannica.com/science/narcissism https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/psychology/articles/10.3389/fpsyg.2018.00422/full https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/psychology/articles/10.3389/fpsyg.2022.858779/full https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/psychology/articles/10.3389/fpsyg.2025.1579958/full https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/psychology/articles/10.3389/fpsyg.2025.1579958/pdf https://www.helpguide.org/mental-health/personality-disorders/narcissistic-personality-disorder https://www.hrmagazine.co.uk/content/features/the-prevalence-of-narcissist-ceos/ https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/impact-narcissism-politics-lauro-amezcua-patino-3ekic https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/narcissistic-personality-disorder/symptoms-causes/syc-20366662 https://www.nature.com/articles/s41599-024-03159-2 https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK556001/ https://www.psychiatry.org/news-room/apa-blogs/what-is-narcissistic-personality-disorder https://...
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  • Unmasking the Global Authenticity Crisis

    Unmasking the Global Authenticity Crisis
    May 29 2025
    In this episode, we explore the pressing issues of the social authenticity crisis affecting many societies globally, which is being driven among other reasons by AI-generated content, political polarization, and eroded trust in institutions. We discuss how this crisis impacts our daily lives, the difficulty in distinguishing genuine information, and the role of misinformation in deepening divides. We also explore the implications of polarization on mental health, relationships, and social well-being. As always, we guide listeners through intentions and prayers aimed at fostering dialogue, understanding, and a movement towards a beloved community that embraces difference. Intentions and prayers start at 17 minutes 10 seconds. Suggested Intention Focus for this week This week, as we consider the critical crisis of authenticity affecting many polarised societies, and in the face of increasingly unreliable and deliberately fake information sources that many of us are exposed to, we suggest holding as our main intention: We will that there will be widespread awareness of the value of working toward a beloved community that celebrates and embraces, rather than polarizes and demonises, differences of views and ways of being. Please join us in holding this. Chapter markers: 00:00:00 Introduction 00:01:56 Understanding the Authenticity Crisis 00:04:27 The Rising Polarization 00:09:06 Effects of Polarization on Society 00:12:28 The Personal Impact of Polarization 00:16:27 Moving Towards Healing and Change 00:17:10 Intentions and Prayers Useful resources relating to this episode: Global Healing Response Quarter 1 2025 theme, Authenticity/Groundedness https://globalhealingresponse.com/ghr-2025-q1-authenticity-groundedness/ Global Healing Response Quarter 2 2025 theme, Authenticity/Grit https://globalhealingresponse.com/ghr-2025-q1-authenticity-groundedness-2/ Listen to our episode, Embracing Authenticity at: https://www.heartfulimpact.com/e/embracing-authenticity-a-new-years-journey-to-true-change/ The 2025 Edelman’s Trust Barometer Global Report can be downloaded at https://www.edelman.com/trust/2025/trust-barometer Sources referenced in this episode: https://academic.oup.com/pnasnexus/article/2/8/pgad246/7234412 https://academic.oup.com/pnasnexus/article/3/10/pgae426/7821170 https://adata.pro/blog/5-things-you-should-know-about-crisis-communications-in-2025/ https://blogs.lse.ac.uk/europpblog/2025/05/14/the-perceived-independence-of-information-sources-has-a-powerful-impact-on-polarisation/ https://ifstudies.org/blog/now-political-polarization-comes-for-marriage-prospects https://mediate.com/bridging-the-divide-how-family-values-and-conflict-resolution-shape-our-polarized-world/ https://carnegieendowment.org/2022/01/18/what-happens-when-democracies-become-perniciously-polarized-pub-86190 https://carnegieendowment.org/research/2023/09/polarization-democracy-and-political-violence-in-the-united-states-what-the-research-says https://cess-nuffield.nuff.ox.ac.uk/files/Eugen-Dimant_Hate-Trumps-Love.pdf https://cio.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/next-gen-technologies/why-data-quality-and-authenticity-will-be-essential-for-ai-in-2025/117957184 https://cobsinsights.org/2024/10/16/the-ripple-effects-of-political-polarization-in-society/ https://coreywilkspsyd.com/2025-predictions/ https://ecpr.eu/Events/Event/PanelDetails/13043 https://ejpr.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/1475-6765.12623 https://fgsglobal.com/insights/crisis-management-2025-trends-and-developments https://home-affairs.ec.europa.eu/system/files/2023-05/ran_the_media_and_polarisation_052023_en.pdf https://hub.genwell.ca/political-polarization-impact-on-social-isolation-disconnection-and-loneliness/ https://indianexpress.com/article/trending/top-10-listing/top-10-most-powerful-countries-in-the-world-2025-where-does-india-rank-9816599/ https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/19401612251315597-articles.6 https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/full/10.1177/17456916231186409 https://llyc.global/en/ideas/the-psychological-factors-associated-with-polarization/ https://misinforeview.hks.harvard.edu/article/misinformation-in-action-fake-news-exposure-is-linked-to-lower-trust-in-media-higher-trust-in-government-when-your-side-is-in-power/ https://newdiscourses.com/2021/04/authenticity-and-the-woke-crisis-of-the-real/ https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/isj.12453 https://ora.ox.ac.uk/objects/uuid:cec60ee5-93b9-433c-b68c-a3081f1217f8/download_file?safe_filename=polarization%2520and%2520partisanship%2520&type_of_work=Journal+article https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10372506/ https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC11093341/ https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8630091/ https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9802430/ https://prsay.prsa.org/2025/01/03/...
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  • Political Turbulence in Serbia: A Democracy at a Crossroad

    Political Turbulence in Serbia: A Democracy at a Crossroad
    May 22 2025
    In this episode, we explore the current political turbulence in Serbia. The country is experiencing significant unrest marked by mass protests, democratic backsliding, and challenges to human rights. As international observers express concern over the erosion of democratic norms, we delve into the nature of Serbia's political scene, and the country's precarious stance between the EU and Russia. As always, we look at where we might focus our intentions and prayers, and invite you to join us in holding these. Suggested Intention Focus for this week This week, as Serbia’s political situation remains finely balanced, with the government consolidating power amid mounting domestic and international challenges and mass unrest at home, we suggest holding as our main intention: We will that Serbia’s President, Prime Minister and cabinet will be guided by wise and compassionate counsel that seeks to guard against democratic backsliding. Please join us in holding this. Our guided time of prayer and intention sending starts at 10 minutes 30 seconds. Chapter markers: 00:00:00 Introduction 00:01:13 Understanding Serbia’s Political Turbulence 00:10:28 Holding Intentions for Change Sources referenced in this episode: https://balkaninsight.com/2025/04/15/buying-time-serbia-gets-new-government-amid-ongoing-political-crisis/ https://ecfr.eu/article/cast-no-shadow-how-the-eu-can-advance-the-kosovo-serbia-dialogue-process/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Politics_of_Serbia https://europeandemocracyhub.epd.eu/serbia-past-the-point-of-no-return/ https://freedomhouse.org/country/serbia/freedom-world/2023 https://freedomhouse.org/country/serbia/freedom-world/2024 https://freedomhouse.org/country/serbia/freedom-world/2025 https://monitor.civicus.org/watchlist-march-2025/Serbia/ https://simple.wikipedia.org/wiki/Novi_Sad_railway_station_canopy_collapse https://theloop.ecpr.eu/the-student-movement-challenging-state-and-societal-capture-in-serbia/ https://tradingeconomics.com/serbia/political-stability-and-absence-of-violence-terrorism-estimate-wb-data.html https://www.allianz.com/en/economic_research/country-and-sector-risk/country-risk/serbia.html https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-17907947 https://www.bmz.de/en/countries/serbia/political-situation-119368 https://www.boell.de/en/2025/03/13/will-serbias-protest-movement-lead-to-a-democratic-beginning https://www.dw.com/en/no-end-to-serbias-political-crisis-in-sight/a-72133397 https://www.dw.com/en/serbia-students-run-to-brussels-take-protest-to-the-eu/a-72543381 https://www.euronews.com/tag/serbia-politics https://www.gmfus.org/news/protests-leave-serbias-politics-finely-balanced https://www.idea.int/democracytracker/country/serbia https://www.intellinews.com/serbia-s-growth-hampered-by-political-unrest-in-first-quarter-of-2025-374427/ https://www.mfa.gov.tr/sibistan-siyasi-gorunumu.en.mfa Join us in person for intention holding: https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/events-1 Labyrinth Activist Network Zoom calls https://insighttimer.com/cliverj Daily intention holding with Clive on Insight Timer. Our websites: www.heartfulimpact.com/ Our show website. https://globalhealingresponse.com/ Global Healing Response ~ Offers a wealth of prayers, suggested practices and prompts in response to environmental catastrophe, conflict, and other world events. https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/ Legacy Labyrinth Project ~ Creating global energetic connections through the labyrinth; inspiring active intention sending using the labyrinth via labyrinth activism. https://www.clivejohnsonministry.com/ Clive Johnson Ministry ~ Events and offerings aimed at building beloved community, including weekly energy holding vigils and Power of Eight group. https://insighttimer.com/cliverj ~ Daily intention holding. Impact! Is presented by Ellen Bintz and Clive Johnson. It is produced by Impact Productions. Our show content is hosted by Podbean and available from all major podcast platforms. Our theme music is by Chris Collins. indiemusicbox.com. Our logo artwork is by AltoClassic (Getty Images/istock). Contact us via Facebook Messenger from the Impact! Facebook group, or using any of the contact methods mentioned on our websites. Impact! www.heartfulimpact.com.
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