In today's episode, we're sitting beside one of the oldest, most enduring teachers this world has ever known-

Water.

Not only as a resource. Not only as a mirror. But as an Elder — one who has been here long before us and will remain long after.

What does it mean to listen to Water as a living relative, a teacher, a carrier of memory?

In this episode, we explore Water not only as a physical element but as an ancient presence — a witness to history, a carrier of stories, and a mirror for our emotional and spiritual landscapes. We'll reflect on how Water guides us, heals us, and invites us back into right relationship — with self, with Earth, and with time itself.

So, bring your presence. Let's sit by the river's edge, or perhaps deep beneath the waves, and hear what Water has to share. As we explore how the language of how this elder can guide the healing of both psyche and soul.

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Resources Mentioned

Malidoma Patrice Somé

Of Water and the Spirit

The Healing Wisdom of Africa

Ritual: Power, Healing, and Community

Sharon Blackie

If Women Rose Rooted

Sophie Strand

Make Me Good Soil Substack: https://sophiestrand.substack.com

Rosita Arvigo and Nadine Epstein

Spirital Bathing

Stay Connected

Erica Thibodeaux, MS, LPCC

Website: ericathibodeaux.com

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Music Credits:

Sounds of Nature, Birds, and Water by Burgh Records https://www.edinburghrecords.com

Tribal Joy by Alexander Nakarada, https://www.creatorchords.com

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Ancient Soul Modern Mind is a place where we share ancient stories for modern times and give voice to the unseen world of the ancestors, and the animate world of water, earth, nature, and mineral. May their voices enter our lives and hearts and help you to fall back in love with the Earth.