In this episode, host Susi Vine engages in an enlightening conversation with Lisa Markovits, a change agent and activist. Following a tragic crime of violence committed against a woman in India, a song that Lisa wrote evolved from a call for change into various community projects supporting women's empowerment, including workshops and an online resource platform.

Following 30 years in Ecuador and her work as director of the Pa'Arriba Ecuador Foundation, Lisa now brings the transformative power of art in healing and the empowerment of women gathering together in community with her new initiative, 'Own It Baby'. Her online program, ‘From Caterpillar to Butterfly: Shepherding Women from Trauma to Joy’, a self-paced digital course that helps women transition from trauma to joy through art and self-expression.

Listen in for insights on how community, creativity, and self-care contribute to personal growth and empowerment.

Inside this Episode:

• 01:04 Meet Lisa Markovits: A Journey of Empowerment
• 02:34 From New York to Ecuador: Lisa's Story
• 05:10 The Power of Art and Music in Activism
• 08:26 Creating Change Through Community Workshops
• 12:39 Building a Support Network in Ecuador
• 16:25 The Future of Lisa's Mission
• 18:15 The Importance of Community and Resilience
• 20:40 The Power of Community Support
• 21:37 Empowerment Through Shared Experiences
• 24:05 The Concept of 'Pearls of Inspiration'
• 26:41 Introducing 'Own It Baby'
• 29:02 From Caterpillar to Butterfly: A Self-Paced Course
• 31:42 The Healing Power of Art
• 38:57 Invitation to Self-Care and Community

Learn more about Lisa, find her ‘Wake Up’ checklist and hear her empowering anthem, ‘No Más’ on her website: www.lisamarkovits.com

Click here to explore the 'From Caterpillar to Butterfly' program

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