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Root Wordz Podcast

Root Wordz Podcast

di Michelle Root

Corsi di lingua Filosofia

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Masculine and Feminine: Restrictive Labels That Hinder Us All

On this episode we will touch on the rigid binary that holds our society in a chokehold. Understanding the limits these heavy labels place upon us helps us better integrate both equally to become whole as an individual. Happy Pride!! Please connect with me! Any helpful suggestions are welcome at rootwordzpodcast@gmail.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/3699095346992626/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rootwordzpodcast/

Moist: A Phonetic Nightmare For All

In today's episode, we tackle one of the English language's most nauseating words. It's collectively hated for its connotation to unclean, dampness among other things. The cultural phenomenon of distain for this word and its usage is fascinating! So let's dive in. Please connect with me! Any helpful suggestions are welcome at rootwordzpodcast@gmail.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/3699095346992626/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rootwordzpodcast/

Freedom: Existing in a World of Unbridled Restrictions

The concept of freedom can feel illusive to many, and today we explore the more well known concepts of freedom and how its application ( or lack thereof) can make or break us as a society. In order to ensure we are fully exercising our freedoms, we must first know exactly what they are! Show Notes: https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/freedom Please connect with me! Any helpful suggestions are welcome at rootwordzpodcast@gmail.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/3699095346992626/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rootwordzpodcast/

Empathy: Heart bonds and Humanity

On this episode, we explore the concept of empathy while understanding the importance of finding commonality towards each other as a way to foster our humanity. Building bridges, not walls feels so important now more than ever, and I hope bringing focus to our need for connection helps someone, somewhere feel heard and seen. Content warning: Mentions of self harm, war, and genocide. Show Notes: https://www.theatlantic.com/health/archive/2015/10/a-short-history-of-empathy/409912/ Dictionary.com : https://www.dictionary.com/browse/empathy Please connect with me! Any helpful suggestions are welcome at rootwordzpodcast@gmail.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/3699095346992626/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rootwordzpodcast/

Dichotomy: Exploring the Essence of Duality

In today's episode, we will understand the importance of the word 'Dichotomy" as we confront the paradoxes inherent in dualistic thinking while also challenging the conventional notions of binary opposition. If you have any episode suggestions or questions, feel free to contact me at: rootwordzpodcast@gmail.com Or join the FaceBook group at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/3699095346992626 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rootwordzpodcast/

Resist: Standing Strong in a World of Adversity

Together in this episode, we uncover the dynamics of resistance in an ever changing world and find ways to stand up for ourselves in a society that would rather us remain silent. I hope to uncover aspects of the word resist that will help us advocate for ourselves and our wellbeing. Show notes/Citations: Dictionary.com https://americanhistory.si.edu yesmagazine.org Webpage: https://rootwordzpodcast.com Social Media: https://www.instagram.com/rootwordzpodcast/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/3699095346992626

Serendipity: Unexpected Blessings In All The Right Places

On this episode, we will find the hidden potential and benefits in unexpected circumstances. The word SERENDIPITY brings us into its mythical, illusive world to help us be more aware of the possibilities in our lives. EMAIL: rootwordzpodcast@gmail.com WEBSITE: https://rootwordzpodcast.com INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/rootwordzpodcast/ FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/groups/3699095346992626/ NOTES AND CITATIONS: (Zameer Careem/TMZ the historian YOUTUBE/theteknologist.wordpress.com) Towards a Theory of Serendipity: A Systematic Review and Conceptualization https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1111/joms.12890 dictionary.com http://MerriamWebsters.com

Existentialism: The Sobering Awareness of Existence

On our very first full length episode, we will explore how the word “existentialism” contributed to my own personal period of life reflection. And inadvertently aided in the creation of this podcast. We briefly cover the origins of the word, variations, and most importantly, the impact that existentialism has on our psyche, spiritual growth and well being. Thanks for learning and listening with me! If you have any episode suggestions or questions, feel free to contact me at: rootwordzpodcast@gmail.com Or join the FaceBook group at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/3699095346992626 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rootwordzpodcast/

Welcome to Root Wordz!

A quick episode to introduce myself and the vision I have for this project. I summarize the importance of education surrounding language so we can utilize it to its fullest potential. We also briefly emphasize the dichotomy of healing vs. harming others with our words and stress the importance of understanding the impact of the two. Email: rootwordzpodcast@gmail.com