Circle, Storytelling and Ritual
Tune into Megan and Christina’s conversation in the Be Ceremonial App exploring the role of storytelling, circle and ritual in our daily lives and communities of care.
Circle, Storytelling and Ritual
In this conversation, Megan and Christina explore the intersection of story, circle, and ritual as foundational practices for navigating life. Christina shares insights from decades of teaching circle practice and the power of holding stories, as well as everyday rituals that help us build our capacity for ceremonial presence.
Together, they discuss how to step into leadership when ritual is called for, and how to reimagine ceremony for contemporary life. Whether you’re new to ritual or an experienced practitioner, this conversation offers practical wisdom for weaving more ceremony into the moments that matter most.
Why This Conversation is Needed
In a time when many of us feel disconnected from meaningful practices, this conversation offers a pathway back to intentional living. We’ve largely lost the art of ritual in modern life, leaving us ill-equipped when we face life’s inevitable transitions, griefs, and transformations.
Christina Baldwin reminds us that ritual isn’t reserved for major life events or religious ceremonies; it’s a muscle we can strengthen through everyday practices. By reclaiming the simple ceremonies that mark our days, we prepare ourselves to meet the profound moments with presence and grace.
Who is Christina Baldwin?
Author Christina Baldwin is a pioneer in the field of personal writing, a decades-long teacher of journal and story. For 25 years she taught the skills of circle practice across North America and around the world. She has written books such as One to One, Life’s Companion, The Seven Whispers, Storycatcher, Calling the Circle and The Circle Way.
She continues to contribute in her bodies of work through online presence and personal appearances, blogging, and an upcoming novel. She lives on an island north of Seattle, Washington with author and naturalist educator, Ann Linnea.
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