Entries by Elizabeth Hoke

Mt Tabor Drop-in Meditation

When: Tuesdays in July & August Time: 7:00-8:00 PM PDT Where: In person at Mt. Tabor near Reservoir 5 (details will be shared with RSVP) Suggested donation: Offered by donation, no one turned away for lack of funds. To RSVP or learn more: Email Liza at lizab@liberationinstitute.org Join us in the practice of presence and […]

Climate Wayfinding, and 8-Week Group Reading Journey

When: Mondays – June 22 to Aug 17  (skipping July 16) Time: 5:00-6:30 PM PDT Where: Online with Liberation Institute (link will be shared with RSVP) Suggested donation: Offered by donation, no one turned away for lack of funds. To RSVP or learn more: Email Liza at lizab@liberationinstitute.org Climate Wayfinding: Healing Ourselves and the Planet We Call Home […]

ep 5. Plants and Other Friends

The conversation explores the intersection of plant medicine, wellness, and community, highlighting the impact of cannabis legalization on mental and physical health. It delves into the concept of freedom of expression, conflict resolution, and the symbiotic relationship with nature as essential components of wellness. The conversation explores the impact of the current mental health system, […]

ep 3. Welcoming the Unknown

The conversation begins with an introduction to Miko and his role at the Liberation Institute, followed by a deep dive into Miko’s personal experience and healing journey. The discussion then explores the rediscovery of tradition, understanding suffering and healing, cultural traditions and healing practices, holistic non-dual state and healing, and the challenges of the mental […]

ep. 4 Plants and Other Friends

The podcast episode features a discussion with guest Alicia Navarrette, who shares insights on cannabis, plant medicine, wellness, and personal growth. The conversation delves into the impact of cannabis on health, the symbiotic relationship with plants, and the importance of freedom of expression and healthy conflict resolution in wellness. The conversation explores the power of […]

ep.4 New Ways To Love

The conversation explores the themes of mental wellness, healing, and the impact of the current medical mental health model. It delves into the complexities of diagnosis, the importance of witnessing, and the need for alternatives to the existing model. The conversation explores the need for a strength-based approach to mental health care, the impact of […]

ep. 3 Welcoming the Unknown

The conversation with Miko and the hosts delves into the intersection of spirituality, mental health, and wellness. Miko shares his personal journey and the transformative impact of discovering the Liberation Institute. The discussion explores the limitations of the medical model, the value of mental health, and the radical nature of self-care and healing justice. The […]

Second Spring

When: Tuesday, June 9 (Zoom) July 23 (Tabor Space) July 7 (Zoom) July 21 (Tabor Space)  August 4 (Zoom) August 18 (Tabor Space) Where: Zoom and Tabor Space Suggested donation: $10 per session (or what you can afford). No one will be turned away for lack of funds. To RSVP or learn more: Email Genevievel@liberationinstitute.org Second Spring is […]

Different Brains, Shared Relationships

When: Wednesdays 6-7:30 PM, Start Date: TBD/Interest List forming now! Time: 6-7:30 PM Where: via Google Meet Suggested donation: $5-10 per weekly session. No one turned away for lack of funds.  To join contact: groups@liberationinstitute.org Different Brains, Shared Relationship, is an 8- week psychoeducational and skills-based therapy group for California neurodivergent couples who want to better […]

ep. 2 Liberation Institute Founder Stever Dallman

The conversation with Stever Dallman, founder of The Liberation Institute explores mental wellness beyond diagnosis and pathology, emphasizing the power of love in healing and the limitations of the current mental health system. It also discusses hopeful alternatives in mental health and the practice of love as a key element in healing. The importance of […]