What does it mean to hold space for ourselves, for others, and for the tender in-between times of life?

In this conversation, host Elizabeth Mintun is joined by Heather Plett, author of The Art of Holding Space and Where Tenderness Lives. Heather shares her wisdom on navigating transitions with courage and compassion. She talks about how to live in liminal spaces - when one chapter ends but the next hasn’t fully taken shape, the role of grief, loss, and surrender in times of change, and why community and witness matter… especially when we’re in times of transition and change. 

Whether you’re moving through change yourself or supporting someone else, this conversation will offer insight, encouragement, and gentle permission to trust the unfolding.

Key Takeaways

• The metaphor of imaginal cells shows us that even when things feel like they’re falling apart, the blueprint for what’s next is already within us.
• Holding space means offering presence and compassion without trying to fix, control, or rush the process.
• Grief, loss, and uncertainty are not detours from growth - they are part of the path to becoming.

Resources 

Website:https://heatherplett.com/

Heather’s books: 

The Art of Holding Space 

Where Tenderness Lives

Learn more about 1:1 Coaching with Elizabeth Mintun here. 

Contact Elizabeth: elizabethmintun@thecalmingground.com

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