If you’ve ever wanted greater courage, strength, and wisdom in your life, especially during trying times, then do we have the A Fierce Heart show for you! Today I’ll be talking with Spring Washam, a visionary meditation and dharma teacher based in California and South America, founding teacher of the East Bay Meditation Center, a member of the Spirit Rock Teachers Council, Founder of Lotus Vine Journeys, and the author of a beautiful, transformative book, "A Fierce Heart" And that’s just what I want to talk with her about today, about finding strength, courage, wisdom, and self-compassion, in each and every moment. Key Points Discussed:  One simple way of finding courage when nothing appears to be going our way (03:19) Trying a hand at shoplifting and how getting caught changed her life (06:01) How did you find yourself out on the street at age 15? (06:50) What is the break down and why is it good for us? (12:00) What in the world do insane looking clowns have to do with anything? (14:55) The hike on the Andes mountains that taught her about inner strength, trust and belief systems (19:27) What she learned about her heart when she started working with the shaman in the jungle (28:58) Bringing forth what is within us before it destroys us (38:52) What does a fierce heart mean to you? (49:20) Motivating yourself to heal so you can access your heart for helping others (53:00) Additional Resources: www.SpringWasham.com www.LotusVineJourneys.com/ www.EastBayMeditation.org/ ……. For free meditations, weekly tips, stories, and similar shows visit: www.InspireNationShow.com To support the show and get even more great tools, tips, and behind-the-scenes access, visit: www.Patreon.com/InspireNationAnd to follow Inspire Nation (and the lives of Michael and Jessica) on Instagram, go to www.instagram.com/inspirenationlive