this is emotionart

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By: Michael Avery

emotionart: Creative energy moving outward in conscious expression of feelingGuided by curiosity rather than agenda, I sit with people I love, people I’ve met, and people I’m still getting to know—asking questions that emerge from feeling, not formula. We explore childhood echoes, existential unravelings, spiritual awakenings, and the quiet revolutions that shape who we are and the world moving around us.More than storytelling. This is emotional cartography.I believe we are all becoming.If we listen closely, we can hear that becoming take shape—one breath, one memory, one unexpected insight at a time.this is emotiona...

thisisemotionart x The Curiosity Collective: The Worldwide Fatherlessness Epidemic and call to action
#44
Today at 2:12 AM

This episode is a collaboration with and introduction to The Curiosity Collective.

This is a conversation between my friends, Tim Rist and John Rist, son and father. They explore the profound impact of fatherlessness on individuals and society, and the journey towards finding connection and faith.

takeaways

Fatherlessness is a significant issue affecting many individuals today.Personal stories of fatherhood can provide insight and healing.Vulnerability is essential for connection and healing.Faith plays a crucial role in overcoming feelings of isolation.The journey through pain can lead to profound encounters with...


Tim: a story of miracles, healing the masculine & plant medicine with Brother J.
#43
Last Sunday at 6:01 PM

A conversation with our new friend and wizard of the elven realm: TIM

Get ready for a super fresh perspective from a deep thinker, with Jesus as a central pillar.

Tim is committed to building a new kind of community network in his mission to heal the world.

This conversation delves into the themes of emotion, spirituality, and personal growth. Explore Tim's journey through art, faith, and identity... experiences that shaped his understanding of love and community. We discuss the impact of family dynamics, the challenges of adolescence, and the transformative power of...


Melissa: primal medicine in an overclocked world
#42
11/17/2025

A conversation with Melissa Montague. Healing... Healer.

A hummingbird sits in an office cubicle taking a sip from his nectar ration as he crunches the numbers on the next nectar shipment...

Armadillo Moon Quantum Somatics

Armadillomoon.net

Insta @armadillomoonmedicine

FB @melissamontague

Music and Audio by the one and only... Buddy Anderson!

-Gigging music artist -Concert sound guy -Audio engineer and music production teacher at LBCC.

Check out his portfolio website: aaronbuddyanderson.com

Spotify @fromanothamista

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McPursifull: building community through McPeapod Popup connection market
#41
11/12/2025

A conversation with Corie McPursifull... event planner, community connecter, world healer.

Check it out!

The 1st ever McPeapod Pop-up Market in collaboration with Traveling Wheels Pop-up Roller Rink in Salem OR, December 19th from 7:30pm - 10pm.

The dream:

A pop up market that has cool vendors, yummy food, free goodies for the community, and third space vibes in and around Salem, OR.

Location:

The Mad House

1335 Madison St NE Salem, OR 97301

Follow on Instagram...


Luis: how to thrive in an abundant universe
#40
11/02/2025

A conversation with Luis... energy healer with helpful perspective on healing and the abundant nature of the universe around us.

Healing Hands by Luis - Matrix Energetics and Intuitive Healing

Text: 541-326-5738

Web: luisfnavarrete.com

Helping people change physical, emotional and spiritual patterns.

Life is learning, you can learn through pain or joy or anything else. To energy, there is not better or worse, only different. The universe will always give abundance, how would you like to experience abundance? What do you want to create?

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Justoneus: we're vulnerable humans and we're all in this together
#39
10/26/2025

A conversation with Justin Schwartzman -aka- Justoneus! Bounskee game creator, prolific musician, healing healer, community builder in seach of community.

Bounskee game:

website: www.bounskee.fun

socials @bounskee.fun

Justin's music: Youtube @justoneus

SoHA: Sanctuary of Healing Arts retreat center

&

SoHA Rd Afro-Cuban Jazz dance band

www.soha.center

Music and Audio by the one and only.... Buddy Anderson!

-Gigging music artist -Concert sound guy -Audio engineer ad music production teacher...


Hatza'ir: remembering the Brothers & Sisters
#38
10/12/2025

A conversation with Hatza'ir, who spent more than 4 decades with the Brothers & Sisters, aka Jim Roberts Group. I spent a lot of time with Hatza'ir's between my years 11-15. This conversation reminded me how deeply he impacted my development with his gentle grace and joyfully creative genius. That's how it felt to me.

Read Hatza'ir's writings at engaginginscripture.com

Earth’s Tears Reason For HopeCreation vs Evolution

Music and Audio by the one and only.... Buddy Anderson!

-Gigging music artist -Concert sound guy -Audio engineer ad music production teacher at...


Tylor: following visions - good spirits, evil spirits and how to tell
#37
10/07/2025

A conversation with a guy who loaded his family in an rv and literally followed a vision to the recording studio... I have so many questions! And the conversation did NOT disappoint... drugs, faith, healing, forgiveness, what even really is truth anyway?

Music reference: Sigaros, animal collective

YouTube reference: Dan Mohler

https://youtube.com/@armsoflove_africa?si=upfIs7yM3oNu9V4g

Books

Carlos Castaneda - book, “A Separate Reality”

Don Juan - shaman and student of Carlos Castaneda

Flatlander

My...


Steve Gregg: God and morality - emotions vs intellect
#36
09/28/2025

A conversation with Steve Gregg. Radio show host, itinerant Christian apologist, human.

Who is God? Where did he come from? What is morality? Is reality real? Should we use emotions or intellect for guiding life

Steve Gregg’s radio show: The Narrow Path

thenarrowpath.com

Movie reference: The Truman Show

Artist Spotlight:

Justin Michelson - Dharma teacher, wilderness guide and author of The Dharma of Healing (definitely read this one!)

Website: justinmichelsondharma.com

Socials: @justinmichelsondharma

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Michael, Angela, Marebear: people pleasing - gaslighting, narcissism and parenting
#35
09/21/2025

This is a conversation between 3 recovering people pleasers. Is there a middle ground between doormat-ism and narciss-ism? We pendulate to find that answer. Are you a people pleaser? Do you disagree? We're curious, let us know! In the comments or @thisisemotionart

Movies: Boondock Saints, Salt Burn

Gabor Mate parenting episode: https://youtu.be/tool-R8VJ2Y?si=1hZW6lA8QyWt5l2J

Artist Spotlight: Matt James - Lucky Tiger Tattoo Parlor, Philomath OR

socials @luckytigertattooparlor

Music and Audio by Buddy Anderson...

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Boston: child of The Forge (with Marebear)
#34
09/19/2025

A conversation with our own Boston!

Joyful sarcasm, chaos and storytelling... the absence of anything.

The Dizzy Hen: https://thedizzyhen.com/ Insta @the_dizzyhen

Music and Audio by Buddy Anderson...

Check him out on Spotify @fromanothamista

Here’s my contact…

Email: michael@thisisemotionart.com

Socials: thisisemotionart


Gage, Ryan, Mason: Tuesday String Band "have a good time, all the time"
#33
08/24/2025

This conversation explores the musical journeys of the Tuesday String Band members, their diverse backgrounds, and the collaborative spirit that drives their bluegrass music and above all their focus on the importance of community.

Tuesday String Band is a bluegrass trio of young music professionals who met through the music program at Western Oregon University. They perform more than 200 shows a year, entertaining crowds with fast pickin’, witty banter, and string band versions of music from a wide variety of styles.

Gage Carter: guitar; social media manager

Ryan Hanson: mandolin; booking manager

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Seder - part 2
08/19/2025

part 2


Kate: community, faith, friendship
#32
08/17/2025

A beautiful conversation with Kate, our local community building friend.

Music and Audio by Buddy Anderson...

Check him out on Spotify @fromanothamista

Here's our contact...

email: michael@thisisemotionart.com

socials: @thisisemotionart


Chace: concerning purity and spiky wallflowers
#31
07/28/2025

This is a conversation with Chace, husband to Laurel (episode 19). Coming of age and finding belonging as a misfit in rural Oregon. Chace! Thank you for sharing an honest and joyful perspective of our universe.

Topics:

Finding identity beyond video games and porn.How to care for a spiky wallflower.

Lifemetal song: Murderer by Impending Doom

Music and Audio by Buddy Anderson...

Check him out on Spotify @fromanothamista

Here's my contact...

Email: michael@thisisemotionart

Socials: @thisisemotionart


Buddy: music, vibes, and living easy
#30
07/11/2025

It's time to hear from our good friend and audio guru, Buddy Anderson, The view from his window and the music in his ears are of kindness and calm. Do yourself a favor and check him out on Spotify @fromanothamista.

Here's my contact...

Email michael@thisisemotionart.com

Instagram @thisisemotionart


Orlo: Why God Anyway?
#29
06/19/2025

Music and Audio by Buddy Anderson ... check him out on Spotify @fromanothamista

Here's my contact...

Email michael@thisisemotionart.com

Instagram @thisisemotionart


Brandon: self sustaining communities, mycology, rap
#28
05/28/2025

Brandon’s music: Acro

Book References:

My Side of the Mountain by Jean Craighead GeorgeInto the Wild by Jon KrakauerWalden by Henry David ThoreauHatchet by Gary Paulsen

Carlos Castaneda was a Peruvian-born anthropologist and writer who was considered a father of the New Age movement for his series of books based on the mystical secrets of a Yaqui Indian shaman.

QHHT: Quantum Healing Hypnosis Technique, a form of regression hypnosis developed by Dolores Cannon... (So so good... 10/10 would recommend for emotional healing!)

https://sa...


Page: a seeker asks, "how did I get here?"
#27
05/12/2025

Music and Audio by Buddy Anderson … check him out on Spotify @fromanothamista

References:

Chromatherapy: MOODVUES glassesLeft on Wilson is a psychedelic jam/rock band out of Eugene, OR.

- bandcamp: leftonwilson.bandcamp.com

- @leftonwilson (insta & FB)

Books by Barbara Brennan

- Light Emerging

- Hands of Light

- Core Light Healing

“Dance of the Photons: From Einstein to Quantum Teleportation”by Anton Zeilinger“Universe in a Nutshell” by Stephen HawkingThe Telepathy Tapes is a podcast and documentary series exploring the potential for telepa...


Theresa: a gypsy's perspective of Michael
#26
04/27/2025

A conversation with Theresa, my step mother. Theresa is a gypsy with a unique perspective on this crazy story of damage and healing, shared without fear.

Delicious.

Music and Audio by Buddy Anderson.... check him out on Spotify @fromanothamista

Here's my contact....

Email michael@thisisemotionart

Socials @thisisemotionart


Seder the 2nd
#27
04/14/2025

A conversation with my mom which has changed how I see the world. Thank you for facing your fear and sharing your story with us.

This is a long one, there's a lot to say, so we broke it into two episodes why not.

This is part two.

Names of God my mom uses

Elohim = God

Yahveh = The Lord

Yeshuah = Jesus

Here's my contact:

michael@thisisemotionart.com

Socials @thisisemotionart


Seder the 1st
#26
04/14/2025

A conversation with my mom which has changed how I see the world. Thank you for facing your fear and sharing your story with us.

This is a long one, there's a lot to say, so we broke it into two episodes why not.

This is part one.

Names of God my mom uses

Elohim = God

Yahveh = The Lord

Yeshuah = Jesus

Here's my contact:

michael@thisisemotionart.com

Socials @thisisemotionart


Randy: driving in a joyful universe
#25
04/06/2025

A conversation with Randy. This is my first collaboration with a fellow podcaster. Randy understands traffic and has wisdom to share with the world that will change the way we commute. Randy, thank you for sharing your art and making the interwebs a little bit kinder.

Music and Audio by Buddy Anderson … check him out on Spotify @fromanothamista

References:

Randy’s Podcast: Mastering the Commute on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@masteringthecommute?si=WI0Tb7G86EFQS9b9

Premier Dueling Pianos (Orlando, FL): https://prem...


David: stories from the cancer battlefield
#24
03/16/2025

A conversation with my long-time friend.

David is nearing the end of his life and an 8 year battle with thyroid cancer.

Music and Audio by Buddy Anderson... check him out on Spotify @fromanothamista

Here's my contact...

Email: michael@thisisemotionart.com

Socials: @thisisemotionart


Carl: joyful improv/all of life's a stage
#23
03/09/2025

Welcome to a conversation with Carl!

Friend. Entertainer. Dirt Road Personality.

A simple and joyful window into the universe we all share.

Roll up your pants for this perambulation, and above all.... Enjoy!

Book References:

The Courage To Be Disliked

The Courage To Be Happy

- by Ichiro Kishimi and Fumitage Koga, exploring the psychology of Joseph Adler

Music and Audio by Buddy Anderson... explore his art on Spotify @fromanothamistaEditing and all around genius by Angela Cook... check out her...


Hargobind: the visionary behind Hot Yoga Hotel
#22
02/23/2025

This is a conversation with Hargobind. Healing Healer.

We talk about all kindsa stuff... cult-like upbringings, community, living purposefully, building your own fairytale, self improvement, low pressure vs high pressure life.

Yea, super interesting worldviews and ideas.

Thank you for sharing your viewport for a minute Hargobind!

Enjoy!

Music and Audio by Buddy Anderson … check him out on Spotify @fromanothamista

References:

Casa Om hot yoga retreats: https://www.casaom.com/

- Mexico:

- Potomac:

...


Logan: finding faith in the chaos (w/Marebear)
#21
02/08/2025

A conversation with Logan.

Cohosted with MareBear.

In-ter-rest-ing world Logi, thanks for sharing the view! 🤗

Music and Audio by Buddy Anderson … check him out on Spotify @fromanothamista

References:

TikTok

Rednote

Charlie’s trailer: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DEdd-dvyp45/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

Portland independent horror film fest: https://portlandhorrorfilmfestival.com/

Wind talkers: In the United States 14th August is National Code Talkers Day. The Code Talkers were Native Americans who used th...


Damian: local community connector
#20
01/29/2025

A conversation with Damian. Community builder. Maker.

Music and Audio by Buddy Anderson … check him out on Spotify @fromanothamista

References:

Ethical Non-monogamy: Ethical non-monogamy (ENM), also known as consensual non-monogamy (CNM), is a relationship style where partners consent to romantic, intimate, or sexual relationships outside the couple.

Book: Poly Secure by Jessica Fern

Dungeons & Dragons: Dungeons & Dragons | The Official Home of D&D

SOAK: Regional Burning Man for Oregon: SOAK - Portland Regional Burn

...


Laurel: questions of faith and morality
#19
01/14/2025

A conversation with Laurel. My brave sister. She has questions...

Music and Audio by Buddy Anderson … check him out on Spotify @fromanothamista

Here’s my contact…

Email michael@thisisemotionart.com

Instagram @thisisemotionart


Ike: behind the stagelight (w/Marebear)
#18
12/29/2024

A conversation with our own Ike. A human with understanding that who he is, has mostly to do with who he sees himself to be. Free to be as he is.

Starting next week we’re going to adjust our release schedule to every other week. Watch this space for new projects and ever better life balance!

Music and Audio by Buddy Anderson … check him out on Spotify @fromanothamista

References:

Derealization: A type of dissociation that involves a distorted perception of the external worl...


Angela: a body needs rest
#17
12/22/2024

A conversation with Angela. Welcome to the fairy tale!

Music and Audio by Buddy Anderson … check him out on Spotify @fromanothamista

References:

‘What the thinker thinks the prover proves’

“Prometheus Rising” by Robert Anton Wilson

Here’s my contact…

Email averymedic@gmail.com

Instagram @thisisemotionart


Kay: of chasing dreams and Hot Yoga (w/Angela)
#16
12/16/2024

This is a conversation with Kay, wife to The Orlo (episode 15).

A woman who found her own power of choice... and a life that fits.

Music and Audio by Buddy Anderson … check him out on Spotify @fromanothamista

References:

Bikram Yoga: https://www.homehotyoga.com/bikram-yoga.html

“Brain Over Binge” by Kathryn Hansen

Americorp NCCC volunteer program for ages 18-26: Choose AmeriCorps NCCC | AmeriCorps

Montessori education: https://amiusa.org/about/montessori-philosophy/

“Sta...


The Orlo: rewriting the rules
#15
12/08/2024

This is a conversation with Orlo, once fellow army medic, now fellow seeker of joy. Welome fellow.

Music and Audio by Buddy Anderson … check him out on Spotify @fromanothamista

References:

“Rich Dad, Poor Dad” by Robert Kiyosaki

“The River Why” by David James Duncan

“Atlas Shrugged” by Ayn Rand

“Bitcoin, Hard Money You Can’t F*ck With” by Jason A. Williams

“Existential Kink” Carolyn Elliott

“The Almanack of Naval Ravikant” by Erik Jorgenson

Kay and Orlo’s Bikram Yoga studio: Hot Yoga...


Moriah: from the cult - a voice that grew
#14
12/01/2024

A conversation with Moriah... my sister by blood and by choice.

Music and Audio by Buddy Anderson … check him out on Spotify @fromanothamista

References:

Moriah Avery, realtor: Moriah Avery

Art of Charm podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/08XveTtMJIYffPwjjVwpSM?si=9NebM3woTzOzygNPhusr4w

Jim Roberts Group wiki page: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Brethren_(Jim_Roberts_group)

For more information about Moriah and Michael’s Cookeville, TN Amish experience, listen to the previously released emotionart epis...


Aaron: plain truths from an Amish man
#13
11/25/2024

A conversation with Aaron Stoll of Aylmer, Ontario and Cookeville Christian Community.

Amish life from the perspective of an Amish man indeed, in whom is no guile.

Music and Audio by Buddy Anderson … check him out on Spotify @fromanothamista

References:

Books by John Keim (available on Amazon)

Comfort for the Burned and Wounded

Comfort & Hope: A Holistic Approach to Wellness

Spring Valley Farms canning from a local market: https://oldegeneralstore.com/collections/spring-valley-farms?sr...


Jonmar: from agency to storytelling
#12
11/17/2024

Music and Audio by Buddy Anderson … check him out on Spotify @fromanothamista

Topics:

Jonmar’s artThe fabric of reality from a spiritual perspective

Links:

Ted Talk on Augmented Reality: https://www.ted.com/talks/jon_mar_augmented_reality_where_art_tech_magic?utm_campaign=tedspread&utm_medium=referral&utm_source=tedcomshare

Jonmar’s agency: Spectavo.com

Jonmar’s Books:

Little Yukka Series

… to come:

FabelonIf. And. When. (Trilogy)Agency of the Year

Music videos:


Charlie: writer, actor, musician, creator
#11
11/10/2024

A conversation with Charlie, 13.

Follow Charlie’s art on YouTube: IggyTheBlank.

To better visualize Sam Spiders, here’s how you make a Zero Eyed Bob:

- Make a fist with thumbs down and rest the tip of your thumb on a horizontal surface.

- Now hop it around and see how it interacts… just remember, don’t say the “c” word!

Here’s my contact…

Email averymedic@gmail.com

Instagram @thisisemotionart


Marcus: walking the path through addiction
#10
11/03/2024

Conversation with a fellow employment community member. A life story of Marcus, traveler at rest.

There’s conversation around addiction and recovery in here. If you have questions for Marcus, or wanting to find support in your recovery journey or for someone you know, please feel free to reach out to him at cooper503@icloud.com.

Oh, in case you catch the fumbled movie reference… I was thinking of Yes Man… not Love Actually. You’re welcome.

Here’s my contact…

Email averymedic@gmail.com

Instagram @thisisemotionart


Marebear: an Indiana girl finding my roots in Oregon
#9
10/27/2024

A conversation with my friend Mary, who is also my dad. Thank you for guidance! 🥹

Here’s my contact…

Email averymedic@gmail.com

Instagram @thisisemotionart


Bonnie: peacemaking, motherhood, and finding my true self
#8
10/20/2024

A conversation with Bonnie.

A bonfire is her own introduction.

Here’s my contact…

Email averymedic@gmail.com

Instagram @thisisemotionart