I Ching, the ancient Chinese Book of Changes, provides us practical, if often mysterious, guidance for our everyday lives. Based in understanding of Dao, or the Way, I Ching helps us find the path of the superior individual through all life’s circumstances and situations. On this episode of Woven Wings Live (Season 4, Episode 5), we take a break from our usual guest format to share reflections on Gabe's own life cultivation work in light of I Ching Hexagram 39 — the Hexagram of I...

What if everything you’ve ever believed about God, purpose, or consciousness could be placed as a node on a much bigger map? What if your longing for meaning wasn’t confusion—but a sign that you’re on the right path? In this eye-opening episode, meditation teacher, poet, and spiritual cartographer George Boyd joins hosts Gabe Crane and Rahul Deedwania for a deep exploration into his seminal work The Great Continuum of Consciousness—a spiritual map that charts the inner worlds of the mind and ...

In this powerful episode, we’re joined by Marshall Gillen, a narcissistic abuse recovery mentor, to highlight his remarkable journey from pain and self-destruction to faith and healing. Marshall shares his deeply personal story, including childhood trauma, struggles with addiction, and a formative relationship with a narcissist that led him to a profound reckoning with himself. Through trials, heartbreak, a battle with self-worth, and experimentation with many spiritual systems, Marshall ulti...

In this enriching episode, we welcome Heath Davis Havlick, an author and certified Enneagram teacher, to explore the deep connection between faith and self-discovery. Drawing from her Christian upbringing and decades-long spiritual journey, Heath shares how the Enneagram became a transformative tool for understanding herself and strengthening her relationship with God. We explore how to think about balancing religious tradition with personal introspection, and overcoming potential fear and re...

In today’s episode, we welcome Season 1 guest, Rabbi Adina Allen, to explore the transformative power of creativity, spirituality, and connection. Rabbi Allen, co-founder of the Jewish Studio Project and author of The Place of All Possibility, shares her groundbreaking work that merges ancient Jewish traditions with modern practices of art and self-discovery. - How does creativity serve as a gateway to spiritual connection and a tool for navigating the chaos and challenges of modern life? - ...

Welcome to Season 4 of Woven Wings Live! In this trailer, hosts Gabe Crane and Rahul Deedwania introduce the season's thought-provoking theme: exploring the role of religion and spirituality in modern life. Against the backdrop of a "spiritual crisis" marked by isolation, loneliness, and a waning connection to traditional institutions, the season seeks to uncover how people today find meaning and connection. - How does spiritual inquiry often occurs in secular or "spiritual-but-not-religious"...

We’re joined today by comedian, Max Wiener, for a humorous and profound exploration of comedy as a medium for self-expression, self-discovery, and personal growth. Max shares his journey from shy adolescence to finding his voice on stage, highlighting how stand-up comedy has served as both a therapeutic outlet and a craft requiring dedication and resilience. The conversation delves into: - The unique challenges and joys of performing comedy, including the dynamics of live audience feedback an...

In today's episode of Woven Wings Live, Joseph Ari'el takes us on a transformative journey of self-discovery, wholeness, and the power of intentional living. Joseph shares the profound impact of embracing his true identity, practicing deep gratitude, and creating spaces that reflect the life he aspires to live. We delve into the intersections of story, state, and space, and explore how aligning these elements can unlock synergy and bring us closer to a more fulfilled, vibrant life. From recko...

The ideas of presence and mindfulness seem to be all around us these days, including being frequent areas of focus on this very show! But what does it actually look like to integrate those practices into day to day life? We’re joined today by community builder and presence practitioner, Doug Finkelstein, to discuss: - What does it mean to slow down to go quickly? - How do we overcome the inertia, and actually slow down in a way that’s meaningful and sustained? - What are the different types o...

Tune in to our latest podcast episode featuring Gabe Crane, Founder of Woven Wings, together with Rahul Deedwania, which broadcast live in the Fishbowl Live event on the Fishbowl app. In this thought-provoking session, we explore the expansive nature of our lives beyond the confines of work. In a world where the rat race often takes center stage, this podcast invites you to lift your head and gain perspective on what truly matters. As we continue to unravel the complexities of burnout, we’ll ...

Why do we do the things we do? Why are we often NOT able to do what we want to do? And what makes us think of productivity and success in the way that we do? On today’s episode, productivity expert Sophie Chiche joins us to break down the Productivity Paradox – examining why it can be so hard for us to be productive, and the surprising factors that make it that way for us. Through our illuminating, light, and soulful conversation, Sophie draws on her decades of experience to help ...

In this far ranging conversation from September 2022, Andy Couturier illustrates - through his own story, and those of people he’s profiled - what it could look like to be deeply aligned with values of conscious consumption, rolling up our sleeves for our basic needs, and creating abundance of space and spirit through simplicity and elimination. We also delve into writing as a powerful personal practice, and how any expressive pursuit can act as a container for us to feel and live our lives m...

Are you or those around you grappling with the harsh realities of burnout? Whether you're currently experiencing burnout or concerned about its impact on colleagues, family, or friends, this podcast episode offers a beacon of hope. Join us for a rejuvenating hour where we confront the challenges of burnout head-on. Through open and uplifting discussions, we’ll explore practical tools and positive mindsets that can help transform stress into a pathway to greater authenticity and well-being. J...

In today’s “Weaving in Action” episode, we feature the story of Jesse Israel and The Big Quiet, a movement he started 9 years ago to bring large-scale meditation to thousands of people at world-class venues. The Big Quiet is a community-oriented, co-creation where each participant contributes stillness and silence to a larger shared experience, and in that stillness, reconnects with what it means to be their truest self. Jesse employs meditation as a surrendering technique, in which we must h...

In today’s age, it can feel like every day we hear about how our political leaders and media institutions pray on fear. It’s very likely that you’ve been on the receiving end of it, or at least known people who have, where any number of sensationalist headlines, articles, or videos can take us into our more basic fear, and anxiety ridden states. We’re joined today by editorialist, Alec Liu, to better understand this dynamic: - What’s driven the media to seemingly harness fear more and more? ...

Fear is a familiar part of most of our lives, from being afraid of the dark or dreading public speaking, to possibly experiencing life-threatening situations where our sense of safety is challenged and even taken away. And yet often we move through life being influenced by these fears, and not knowing exactly what’s happening for us internally. Neuroscientist and fear memory specialist, Kevin Sattler, helps us unpack: What is fear, and why do we often stigmatize it?How do fear responses...

How do we face our fears and pursue the challenges we wish to master? In today’s continuation of our mini-series on Facing Fear, Varun Deedwaniya, Rahul’s brother and former co-founder of BreakoutIQ, joins us to talk fear both in business and in personal life. Rahul and Varun’s warm and comfortable dynamic provides a clear anecdote to the butterflies and nerves both experienced as they built their business and contended with the loss of their brother to a struggle with Leukemia. Drawing...

Join our new mini-series, where Gabe and Rahul open the door on the vast, ubiquitous topic of “fear”. In this introductory episode, we start to share our own relationship with fear, and tease the topics that we hope to explore in the coming episodes: What is fear, and how does it manifest in our minds, bodies, and emotions?How do we know when fear we’re feeling is legitimate vs. something to overcome?How does fear affect us at many different layers: The way we relate to one another, the way w...

Do you sometimes feel that life is too busy to tap into the regenerative power of your creativity? That you’re squeezed on too many sides to even know what that means or looks like? Or alternatively, when faced with an opportunity to engage your creativity, do you feel the paralyzing pressure and fear of that inner critic that tells you you’re not good enough? We’re joined today by coach, father, and creative, Mark Augustine to jump into these questions and more. Mark reminds us that in the ...

Have you ever noticed how good it can feel to let out a breath, a sigh, or even a sound or a song? So much can become unconsciously stored in our throats, just waiting to be unlocked through our voice. In this week’s episode of Woven Wings Live, we look deeply at the healing power of voice witnessing, as brought to us by sound healer and holistic coach, Carina Renner. Through our conversation, we explore: The healing and therapeutic effect of vibration in our bodiesThe spiritual depths...