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Harness Ritual & Body Wisdom to Navigate Transitions

Day Schildkret & Tom McCook

Uncover the transformative potential of rituals and art with Day’s expertise, while Tom explores body awareness and movement. Discover how integrating these practices empowers individuals to navigate midlife changes with grace and purpose, igniting profound connections and clarity in the journey of self-discovery.


April 9, 2024 12:00 PM PT 03:00 PM ET

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Meet Your Hosts

Day Schildkret

Award-winning Author

Day Schildkret is an award-winning queer author, artist, and teacher known for Morning Altars, a practice in nature, art and ritual. His latest book is Hello, Goodbye: 75 Rituals for Times of Loss, Celebration and Change.

Tom McCook

Founder & Director of Center of Balance

Tom McCook is an internationally recognized fitness and movement specialist and certified Master Instructor of Pilates and CoreAlign for Balanced Body, Franklin Method Educator and Certified Somatic Coach.  For the past 30 years, Tom has created mind-and-body holistic workouts, for working professionals, people rehabilitating from injuries, and world-class athletes including Olympic Gold Medal swimmers Natalie Coughlin, Jenny Thompson and Misty Hyman. He teaches an accessible,  empowering and fun way to understand and use your mind and body better!

Discover Upcoming Wisdom

Who Am I Now? Clarity and Freedom to Thrive

Jill Nykoliation & Derek Gehl
May 1, 2025 1:30 PM PT 04:30 PM ET

After decades of moving at a million miles an hour – striving, building, compromising, accomplishing – have you paused to reflect on who you truly are now?

Join host Derek Gehl for an illuminating conversation with human insight specialist and award-winning business leader and brand strategist Jill Nykoliation. From guiding global brands to coaching executives through pivotal life transitions, Jill brings a unique perspective on identity and reinvention.

Just a few things we’ll explore:

  • The Science of Identity – what research tells us about shedding outdated versions of ourselves
  • The Midlife Opportunity – why this stage offers unique potential for transformation
  • The Liberation of Clarity – how defining who you are now creates freedom to thrive

Whether you’re feeling stuck in old patterns, seeking greater purpose, or simply curious about the next chapter of your life – you’ll leave this live chat with practical insights and renewed excitement about who you’re becoming.

Crossroads & Classics: Navigating Transitions with Art & Literature

David Carl, Dr. Claudia Hauer, Mary Hofstedt & Kari Cardinale
May 6, 2025 1:00 PM PT 04:00 PM ET

Join host Kari Cardinale for a warm and enlightening conversation with St. John’s faculty David Carl and Claudia Hauer, alongside MEA facilitator Lead Mary Hofstedt. Together, they’ll explore how classics, art, and poetry light our path through life’s transitions in this special MEA and St. John’s College collaboration.

  • The Power of Literary Wisdom – How Victor Frankl’s insights on choosing our response creates space for personal growth
  • Ancient Philosophy in Modern Life – Unpacking Plato’s allegory of the cave and the universal hero’s journey
  • Art as Transition Guide – Georgia O’Keeffe’s Santa Fe journey and how visual art illuminates our pathways

Come discover how the classics can walk beside you through life’s biggest moments in this special gathering of MEA and St. John’s College.