In this inspiring episode of And Now, Love, Cynthia Marks sits down with Richard Garcia, co-founder of Alma Backyard Farms, to explore the transformative power of urban agriculture and community. Rich shares his personal journey from a calling toward priesthood to discovering his true purpose—creating a space for formerly incarcerated individuals to heal, reconnect, and contribute through farming. The conversation dives into how Alma Farms offers job training, education, and meaningful connections, serving as a restorative space for both people and the land. Rich reflects on generational responsibility, childhood lessons, and the importance of recognizing our own capacity for growth, much like the plants they nurture. Together, they explore themes of original love, trust, and creating spaces where everyone—especially those society often overlooks—can thrive. This episode is a beautiful meditation on second chances, the healing power of nature, and how we can all grow something good.

In this profound episode of And Now, Love, Cynthia Marks and Dr. Loren Weiner recap on Dr. Bernard Bail's revolutionary psychoanalytic theory, emphasizing how early imprints from the womb shape our lives. They discuss how the unconscious mind, formed through inherited trauma and maternal imprints, influences self-perception, relationships, and personal fulfillment. Through dream analysis, Dr. Weiner explains how these unconscious patterns can be uncovered and dismantled, freeing individuals from self-sabotage and emotional pain. The conversation highlights the importance of reclaiming one’s true self, unburdened by inherited negativity, to achieve genuine love, purpose, and inner peace. This episode offers hope for personal transformation and societal healing, emphasizing how individual growth can lead to a more compassionate world.

In this episode of "And Now, Love," Cynthia Marks and Dr. Lauren Dolinsky revisit the theme of the feminine unconscious and its profound role in personal growth and healing. They explore how the balance between masculine and feminine energies impacts emotional health, relationships, and our ability to connect authentically with ourselves and others. Lauren explains how dream analysis helps individuals uncover hidden truths about their inner world, providing tools to navigate the complexities of inherited trauma and generational imprints. This episode offers insights into how dreams act as guides for transformation, showing us how to reclaim the parts of ourselves that have been lost or suppressed. Cynthia and Lauren share poignant examples of dream symbolism, emphasizing the courage it takes to face the unconscious and its deep-rooted messages. This heartfelt discussion inspires listeners to explore their own feelings and dreams as a path to true emotional freedom.