How to Follow Passion with Barbara Penningroth

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This episode features a deep and insightful conversation with Barbara Penningroth, exploring her multifaceted career journey and her philosophical approach to life, death, and the importance of being present.

This conversation shines light on Barbara's diverse professional background, from nursing to psychotherapy and energy healing, and her personal growth through spiritual and cultural experiences around the world.

She dives into the significance of mental health, cross-cultural perspectives on health and communication, and the transformative power of facing life's transitions, including dealing with death and the importance of preparation for a peaceful transition. Encouraging others

Barbara shares her valuable life lessons on following one's callings, staying present, and embracing every moment with love and attention. Concluding with insights into her book 'A Healing Divorce,' which reflects on transforming the end of a relationship through ritual and ceremony.

06:21 Barbara's Journey: From Nursing to Energy Healing

13:11 Cross-Cultural Health Projects and Mental Health

28:40 Reflecting on Health and Capacity in Later Life

29:34 A Journey to Living with No Regrets

29:55 Exploring New Paths: From Marriage to Mercy Corps

30:58 The Shift to Financial Advising and the Value of Money

32:15 Life Lessons from the ICU: Living Fully and Loving Deeply

34:37 Embracing Sexuality in Later Years

36:27 Navigating the End of Life: A Personal and Professional Perspective

39:46 The Importance of Preparing for Death

44:39 Organizing Life and Death: Practical Advice

47:46 Concluding Thoughts and Introduction to 'A Healing Divorce'

More from this episode:

Check out Barbara’s book “A Healing Divorce: Transforming The End of Your Relationship with Love and Ceremony”