Finding Freedom: Lessons from Harriet Tubman with Spring Washam
Episode Overview
Harriet Tubman’s belief in freedom shaped her legacy. Struggles can be gateways to growth and resilience. Historical abolitionism connects to inner liberation. Ancestral wisdom and spirit guidance play roles in healing. Cultivating hope is essential for personal transformation.
I think we have to be willing to trust that life is teaching us and often it's through enduring and experiencing suffering and difficulties that allows us to become much stronger.
In this episode of The One You Feed, host Eric Zimmer welcomes Spring Washam, a Buddhist teacher and healer, to discuss overcoming struggles and finding freedom. The conversation takes a deep dive into the life and spiritual wisdom of Harriet Tubman, exploring her legacy not just as a historical figure, but as a guide for breaking free from our own inner prisons.
Spring shares her thoughts on the importance of storytelling and how the tales of heroes like Harriet Tubman can inspire us to cultivate hope and resilience in our own lives. She also discusses the role of ancestral wisdom and spirit guidance in healing, and how struggles and hardships can be gateways to growth and personal transformation.
This episode is packed with insights on spirituality, justice, and personal growth, making it a must-listen for anyone looking to find strength and freedom in their own lives. By the end of the episode, you might just see your own struggles in a new light and feel inspired to embrace the journey towards inner liberation.