In this episode of the Revolutionary Social Work Podcast, Ace and Alicia sit down with Jerome MT, a Movement and Healing Artist, to dive deep into somatic awareness, race consciousness, and practical spirituality. Jerome shares his unique approach to spiritual growth, blending somatic expression through movement meditation with personal development, helping individuals foster authenticity, self-acceptance, and higher vibrational living.

Together, they discuss the evolution of the race construct, how cultural environments like Hawaii and San Antonio shape human connection, and why embracing unity is crucial for societal healing. This conversation is about breaking free from limiting beliefs, cultivating inner harmony, and applying spiritual practices to elevate your life. Chapters: 00:00 - Introduction and Hawaii’s Positive Atmosphere 06:35 - Cultural Dynamics: Urban vs. Island Life 12:39 - Race Consciousness & Social Constructs 22:08 - Race, Identity, and Human Connection 34:08 - Moving Beyond Racial Divisions 49:04 - Revolutionary Social Work & Becoming Fully Human 01:13:47 - Connecting Beyond Identity: Embracing Humanity 01:29:42 - Practical Spirituality: A Holistic Approach to Life Key Themes:

Practical spirituality for self-empowerment and authenticity

The Aloha spirit and its influence on connection and harmony

Understanding race as a construct that limits human potential

Somatic awareness and the body-mind connection for personal growthHolistic approaches to healing and unity in society Listen in to explore:

How spirituality, culture, and intuition coexist to foster personal development

The transformative role of narrative in shaping identity and growth

Breaking free from societal constructs for deeper human connection and empowerment Key Takeaways:

Practical spirituality empowers self-acceptance and authenticity.

Race is a social construct that can evolve to foster unity.

Personal growth and healing come through somatic awareness and movement.

Holistic living promotes unity and helps overcome societal divides. #revolutionarysocialwork #SomaticAwareness #Spirituality #CriticalConsciousness #HumanConnection #Race #SelfAcceptance #HolisticHealth #PersonalTransformation #YogaTherapy #MovementMeditation © A Conscious Party