Gratefulness and gratitude are two intrinsic human qualities that can bring our personal lives more joy, peace, meaning, and ease. Both can be the key to unlock the fullness of life, turning what we have into not just enough, but into abundance. We talk about: * the important work of A Network for Grateful Living (ANG*L) * how to cultivate daily gratefulness * music and poetry’s positive influence on growing your “attitude of gratitude” * the wild and wonderful “Poetry of Gratefulness” benefit at the Herbst Theatre * some of the best online resources with practices and tools for grateful living * the many offerings on www.gratefulness.org – (61/2 million visitors last year!) Featured Guests Dale Biron is a speaker, poet and integrative coaching specialist to leaders and organizational teams. He is interested in the practical, no nonsense use of poetry in our everyday personal and business lives. Dale is co-founder of Core Action Associates, Inc., an organizational coaching company based in Marin. HE serves as a board member and Poetry Editor At Large for ANG*L. www.core-action.com www.dalebiron.com Linda Larsson is on the board of ANG*L and is a member of the Board Development Committee. She has been an English Instructor at a community college; an Analyst and Designer for administrative and engineering configuration management systems; and a Sales Administrator and Analyst for a technology company. Linda has also developed and managed residential property. lmlarsson@yahoo.com

In Tina Turner’s award-winning song, “What’s Love Got To Do With It?” – she sings, “Love is not a second-hand emotion”. So, what does it take to keep love alive and have a relationship not only last but flourish? We’ll explore the challenges of love and offer some helpful ideas to promote intimacy and handle rough patches. You’ll hear: * that difficult times can be transformed into deeper love * how men and women do indeed communicate differently * well-tested ideas for singles who want to find the right relationship * why past experiences impact how we perceive our partner * the reason commitment is so integral to relationship * what emotional infidelity is and isn’t – and why it’s important to know the difference Featured Guests Dr. Brenda Wade is a San Francisco-based psychologist, author, television host, and producer. National audiences know Brenda from her syndicated TV program, Can this Marriage be Saved, her PBS shows, and her guest appearances on the Today Show. She is also a regular host on the Bay Area TV show, Black Renaissance. Her books include: Love Lessons: A Guide to Transforming Relationships, What Mama Couldn’t Tell Us About Love. And her most recent offering is Power Choices. www.docwade.com Ed McClune is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in couples counseling. He also works as a supervising process teacher for the Hoffman Institute, where he facilitates transformational workshops throughout the US and Europe. Formerly a broadcast host for KBLX, “The Quiet Storm”, Ed maintains a private therapy practice in Marin and Sonoma, CA, where he lives with his family. He works primarily to help couples restore faith in their relationship. http://hoffmaninstitute.org

Holidays help us remember important times in our lives, and Valentine’s Day comes around each year to remind us of the magic of romance. But love and relationship involve so much more than the heady “falling in love” phase. It’s been said, “Where there’s love, there’s life!” We explore the wonders of love and offer some helpful ideas to promote intimacy and handle rough patches. You’ll hear: * how Valentine’s Day became a romantic holiday * what dynamics are involved when two people fall in love * stories that describe why love changes over time * the importance of honoring the various stages of loving * why commitment is both sexy and freeing * ingredients you need to form the mature phase of a relationship Featured Guests Dr. Brenda Wade is a San Francisco-based psychologist, author, television host, and producer. National audiences know Brenda from her syndicated TV program, Can this Marriage be Saved, her PBS shows, and her recent guest appearance on the Today Show. She is also a regular host on the Bay Area TV show, Black Renaissance. Her books include: Love Lessons: A Guide to Transforming Relationships, What Mama Couldn’t Tell Us About Love, Power Choices: Signposts on Your Journey to Wholeness, Love, Joy and Peace. Ed McClune is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in couples counseling. He also works as a supervising process teacher for the Hoffman Institute, where he facilitates transformational workshops throughout the US and Europe. Formerly a broadcast host for KBLX, “The Quiet Storm”, Ed now maintains a private therapy practice in Marin and Sonoma, CA, where he currently lives with his family. He sees his work primarily, as helping couples restore faith in their relationship.

Intuition – in its most practical sense – has been recognized for centuries as an important source of knowing and wisdom in many cultures. Eileen Caddy said “Cease trying to work everything out with your minds. It will get you nowhere. Live by intuition and inspiration and let your whole life be Revelation!” You’ll hear about: * the intuitive way to live with your relationships and your work * Sharon's four simple steps for enhancing your intuition * the way Megan uses body/mind clues to make important life choices * how this source of knowing is defined in other countries and societies * why developing intuition is essential for our evolution and global harmony Featured Guests Sharon Franquemont is the Education Director for the Life Science Foundation and is an international speaker, trainer, and coach on intuition and innovation. She is the author of three books, including You Already Know What To Do, and is working on an online learning module for the University of Minnesota's Center for Spirituality and Healing, called "Intuition's Role in Your Health and Wellbeing". She is also a co-founder of the Annual Interfaith Prayer Vigil for the Earth in Washington, DC. Her website is www.intuitionworks.com Megan Doherty, Sharon's daughter, recently changed careers from her role as a highly successful retail manager to a specialist in Corporate Community Outreach. In 2000, she worked as a Representative for Youth at the Wittenberg Center for Alternative Resources - an NGO at the United Nations. Megan also serves as a key role for the annual Prayer Vigil for the Earth. Intuition has been a constant influence in her life. She says, "A balance of intuition, heart, and intellect guide most of the major decisions I make in my life." www.oneprayer.org

Poetry can take us from the ridiculous to the sublime - from laughter to tears to healing. It can evoke emotional and profound responses within our souls. Thomas Gray said that poems are "thoughts that breathe, and words that burn". This program includes: * compelling life experiences that brought our guests into the world of poetry * the many ways poetic verse has the power to evoke profound responses * a lively in-studio poetry slam with Drew and Barbara * acknowledgment of some of the poets we know and love * how to ignite and cultivate your inner muse * information about the activist-driven collective - Poets for Global Justice * some of the best places to hear and perform poetry Featured Guests Drew Dellinger is a poet, teacher, activist and the founder of Poets for Global Justice. He has performed at events across the United States and the UK, speaking on justice, cosmology, ecology, and democracy. His collection, love letter to the milky way, has inspired readers on four continents. Drew has been called “a national treasure” by Joanna Macy and “a deep, courageous poet” by Alice Walker. www.drewdellinger.org Barbara Lyon has been writing poetry for more than a quarter century. Born in Chicago and raised in New York, she moved to the San Francisco and raised five children with her husband of 63 years. Her book of selected poems is titled Memories & Mysteries. At age 87, she paints, teaches yoga, and practices tai chi. At 60, Barbara received her Masters in Human Values at the SF Theological Seminary. 510-797-8971

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