Author Archives: phebeallen

There has been a great deal in the news lately about the unrestrained misogyny coming from pundits, popes and politicians. Yes, I’m disgusted and outraged and I could say so much about that. But underneath it all, I’m left with … Continue reading →

In my last post I talked about an important role for certain human beings to especially find it in themselves to fulfill in service of the Great Turning, a role some have described as a “non-anxious presence” or “frequency holder.” … Continue reading →

Joanna Macy, one of the great elders of our time, talks about the “3 dimensions of the Great Turning.” They are: Actions to slow the damage to Earth and its beings ; Analysis of structural causes and the creation of … Continue reading →

I often feel like anything coming out of my mouth will sound crazy. There are so many thoughts going around in my head, so any big, HUGE thoughts that I’m at a loss to how to express them, or they … Continue reading →

This is the question that imbues my days with what often feels like restlessness and anxiety. I struggle with angst and fear and downright despair. I search for hope and possibilities and signs of awakening. I find myself cocking an … Continue reading →

… reflecting some simple shifts in focus and intention. First, Being Change will foremost be a container for my personal story of navigating the Great Turning. I will share my experiences, hopes, fears, dreams – as well as resources and … Continue reading →

Imagine: a dedicated physical space for BeingChange that has a room for gatherings, events, and circles, and a room for a studio, allowing you to go seamlessly from imagining, evoking, and envisioning to reflection and expression in a variety of … Continue reading →

You’ve succeeded this long in hoping, and you’re not stupid or selfish or imagine you’ll be one of the chosen few. You’re not holding out for a miracle of divine or human intervention, a grand fix from a savior, scientist, … Continue reading →

The next four Being Change circles will be a series exploring Margaret Wheatley’s “Eight Fearless Questions.” To begin to truly honor the intention of gathering art and stories for the Being Change work, I’ve asked that participants take some time to … Continue reading →

I’ve begun to keep what I’m calling my “pilgrimage catalog.” In it I have a page for everyone I want to visit, with their contact information and information about who they are and what they do. It keeps me inspired … Continue reading →