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Go From: 'I don’t know…'To: 'Yes I Can!'
When you don’t emvision yourself connecting with animals in true kinship, it’s a challenge to do so.
You may not be familiar with that word “emvision”. That’s because I just made it up. It’s similar to the word “embody” meaning to give expression to an emotion or concept. Emvision is bringing the physical within you where you can see (emvision) the many potentials of what may become.
Pretending, or faking it ‘til you make it no longer works, if it ever did. We are called to be authentic, inclusive and to move from power-over to relationship-with.
Yet it’s hard to be authentic in a society that values inauthenticity and benefits from it. I know, I tried that for years decades and the only thing I learned was “authentic inauthenticity” is not what it’s cracked up to be.
At least IMO and especially when it comes to relationship with animals.
Animals are the first to know when you’re faking it and they’re superb at calling you out. Think of the last time you tried to get something past a domesticated animal family member and they were having no part of it. Did they give you that look? Did you get the one that says “I’m on to you but I’ll play along” or did you get the one that says “I’m outta here!”
We’re often not aware of practicing authentic inauthenticity, because we believe we’re doing what’s best for the animals. I mean, neither you nor I would intentionally do anything to harm animals. We’re doing what we think is best for them, based on the principles and ethics of animal professionals and trusted peers. NOW…..
It’s time to access your deep connection with animals by understanding them in kinship instead of through societal conditioning
Ready To Boldly Go?
Leaving authentic inauthenticity behind can be daunting. It takes courage and stamina, the willingness to boldly go where no [person] has gone before, paraphrasing Captain James T Kirk of the U.S.S Enterprise.
Before boldly going, take time to boldly assess your personal authentic inauthenticities. I’m going to go out on an incredibly sturdy limb and say you, I and a multitude others have many of these in common.
Do Any Of These Sound Familiar?
✅ I don’t know enough about true kinship
✅ I don’t know what else to do
✅ If it works for the neighbor’s dog, why doesn’t it work on Buddy?
✅ What if I make a mistake?
✅ I just can’t try that now
✅ I don’t think true kinship is my cuppa tea
These are often followed by the assumption ‘therefore true kinship is not for me’.
Regardless of how many you ticked off, the essence of true kinship with animals is alive. Why not greet it and leave the authentic inauthenticities behind?
What’s Important Here
It’s not what I think is possible for you, but that you recognize your yearning for a new understanding of relationship with animals, one based in kinship and not societal conditioning.
Sometimes simply having someone say to you “I see you, I witness your dreams and how you step towards them” is enough to light the spark on your true kinship path. The spark that was uniquely yours all along.
Let’s Do This Together
True kinship with animals is not a one and done deal, it’s a way of life. It’s changing your cosmology so that you’re meeting animals in a new place of understanding, one not based on authentic inauthenticity and societal conditions.
The good news is there’s no need to do this by yourself, this work is meant to be done in community. As a matter of fact, going solo is the antithesis of true kinship!
Kindred is the true kinship with animals membership site which believes animals are kin, have their own agency and are not subordinate to human whims and desires.
What would it be like if more folx practiced true kinship? What if someone is influenced by your true kinship journey?
When you practice true kinship, you can be an inspiration to others! Is it time to get support on your own journey? Are you ready to leave authentic inauthenticity behind and dive into your authentic authenticity with others in Kindred?
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In the Kindred community, we share stories, ideas, learn from each other & connect with like-minded folx.
Beginning at only $15.00 USD monthly, there are 3 levels in Kindred . Monthly everyone receives the teachings, a live Q&A session and unlimited access to the ever-growing library of tools and resources. Different levels also offer journal prompts, practice suggestions, affirmations, altar suggestions and a monthly community forum.
Which level will take you to your dream of being in true kinship with animals?
Join at the level you wish, participate in your way, at your speed.
Don’t Take My Word
I admire you for what you are doing to help people reconnect with the animals. It is crucial work. Thanks! — Rahima Warren, author
“I’ve been here since the beginning and it is really opening my eyes and heart. I just love being here!” — Sandy
“I felt an immediate connection...and [Janet] further assisted me in decolonizing my mind and heart in communicating with animals!” — Helena
Join me on the true kinship journey. Ready? I look forward to seeing you there!
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Thank You For Supporting The Free Teachings!
The work I do here is how I choose to show up in the world and support myself. The income I receive brings relief as it enables me to meet my financial responsibilities.
Every week you find my free teachings on the site, the podcast, in this newsletter and on social media. These are free because I want to nurture the practice of community and collaboration as best I can in a society that values power-over, competition and individualism.
I recognize there are folx who want to work with me but cannot afford a 1:1 session or a visit to the shop. These free teachings are a stopgap that gives you the teachings you’re looking for while giving me the means to meet my financial responsibilities.
I honor the integrity and wisdom of the teachings as well as the time I have spent learning, tending and passing them forward. If you are in a position to pay what you can for them I ask you to do so in a reciprocal exchange of energy.
Thank you!
About me…..
I am an animist, podcaster, intuitive practitioner and mentor identifying as she/they and respectfully acknowledge I am supported and sustained on the traditional and ancestral territory of the Séliš (Salish) and QÌispé (upper Kalispel or Pend d’Oreille) People who have stewarded this land throughout the generations.
As a practitioner of true kinship with animals, I pledge to recognize the descendants and practices of the original Peoples, Lands and Animals. I will not knowingly appropriate their wisdom, nor will I knowingly speak over their voices. When I have participated in colonialism practices, I will be accountable by publicly acknowledging the harmful practice, apologizing, and doing the needed reflection and self work to do better in the future.
For 30+ years I have facilitated clear conversations between animals and people. In my work I encourage people to recreate a bond with animals by disengaging from colonized approaches and relating in true kinship.
I am cheerfully owned and managed by a multitude of angel animals and several houseplants.
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We all do better when ALL creatures do better.
If you find value and support in this newsletter, please forward it to a friend or three. If you’re the friend (hello there friend!) you can learn more about my work and subscribe to your own copy here.